Chapter 37 : Possessive Protection ( Scarletts POV ) The late afternoon sun cast long shadows across the polished floor of my healing center . I stood near the back , carefully arranging the freshly arrived shipment of rare herbs . The intoxicating aroma of moonstone elixirs and crushed petals lingered in the air , mixing with the faint hum of activity around me . Claire , my human secretary entered the room holding a clipboard , her sharp eyes scanning through the inventory list . This shipment . Her voice trailed off as she gestured toward the row of neatly packed crates . Impressive , to say the least . Any issues with the logs ? I didnt look up as I gently set down a crystalline vial glowing faintly with an iridescent liquid . Each elixir was worth more than most could comprehend . No , everything checks out perfectly . Claire hesitated , her curiosity evident as she stole glances at the priceless items . Scarlett , how do you even manage to acquire things like this ? I mean … this is beyond the scope of any normal supplier , Theres no way any simple healer could- I raised a brow , cutting her off with a faint smirk . Keep asking questions like that , Claire , and youll find yourself tangled in things no human should ever be tangled in * Her cheeks flushed , and she quickly busied herself with double checking the inventory . Of course . None of my business . She was learning . Behind me , I could feel the steady pulse of Romans presence lingering in the air , even though he hadnt stepped inside yet . His energy w … unmistakable . Through the newly awakened mate bond , his emotions stretched toward me , steady and unyielding . Impatience simmered beneath his stoic exterior and Logans protective strength Eltered through the bond like a soft hum against my senses . It made my skin prickle , and as much as I hated to admit it , there was a certain comfort in il I had Claire oversee the logs , giving her specific instructions to maintain order while I was gone . Roman wouldnt wait much longer . Suddenly , Claire hurried back , her phone in hand , looking unusualy pale : 11s s Sarah Winter she said , her voice barely above a whisper as she extended the phone to me I arched a brow . You answered ? 1-1 thought it might be important ! she stammered , is voice spilled With a sigh , I snatched the phone from her , pushing away the annoyance rising in my chest . As soon as I placed it to my ear Sarahs through the receiver , sharp and frantic Scarlett ! I need you to listen to me for once ; she snapped , her initial tone nothing short of a command before dipping into desperation . Graces condition has worsened significantly . You must call Hazel back , immediately ! Her audacity made me laugh a cold , biting sound that froze the air around me . Oh , now you need Hazel ? Now you suddenly remember I have resources that are useful to you ? How convenient . I cut , the sarcasm dripping from my words . Dont you dare mock me , Scarlett she snapped back , her voice trembling with barely contained fury . This isnt the time for your petty grudges ! Grace … Grace is- Is what ? I interrupted sharply . In pain ? Dying ? Struggling because of her own actions ? Remind me again why I should care when youve spent years tossing me aside in favor of her glowing halo . My grip on the phone tightened . Sarahs hypocrisy tasted bitter on my tongue . This isnt about her past mistakes anymore , Sarah hissed . As Luna , I demand you do your duty to this pack ! The sheer nerve , I almost laughed again . Is that so , Luna Winter ? I drawled coldly . You lost the right to call on me when you daughter over your own flesh and blood Scarlett- en you chose a rogues Save it , I growled , my voice silencing her attempt to interject . Call whoever else you want , but dont call here again Without waiting for her response , I hung up the phone and handed it back to Claire . Problem solved I said lightly , grabbing another vial to continue the inventory . The satisfaction of cutting Sarah off left a smirk on my lips that FOO worked . ( Sarahs POV ) slammed the receiver down with enough force to rattle the desk . Scarletts words circled in my mind , each one hitting harder than the last . How could my own daughter be so callous ? So twisted by anger and defiance ? She THINKS she can just turn her back on us like this ? Daniels voice broke through my spiraling thoughts . His fists slammed against the edge of the table his wolf prowling just beneath the surface . She needs to be shown her place ! Enough , Daniel i snapped , my voice cutting through his rage . Anger will accomplish nothing here . But she he began to protest , but I rose to my full height , silencing him with a pointed glare , one that only a Luna could possess . Threats wont work on Scarlett . If you havent realized it by now , she thrives on proving us wrong , I said , my voice sharp and steady You want her cooperation ? Youll need more than brute force . Daniel growled at my words but didnt dare arque further . He turned toward the nearest hunter at the door , barking orders to track Scarletts latest movements . He was relentless . The heat of his fury blinded him to reason . 1 , however , would not repeat his mistakes . Scarlett wasnt a normal daughter . She wasnt even just part of our packs bloodline anymore . She was untouchable , smart , and as dangerous as any wolf Id ever known . A different approach was needed . One that tugged at what was left of our bond our connection as mother and daughter , Her words earlier had stung , but they were the screams of a wounded heart . If I could peel those protective layers away , perhaps she would come back to us willingly Perhaps she would help save Grace . It was over yet . It couldnt be . ( Scarletts POV ) As soon as I stepped out of the healing center , Romans sleek black SUV sat waiting at the curb . The deep purr of the engine and the striking design of it caught a few curious stares from passersby . Not that Roman cared about subtlety I opened the passenger door , only to freeze . Sitting inside , across from Roman , was Erik Blackwood . His sharp eyes gleamed with a mix of amusement and mischief as he nodded in greeting . Scarlett , Erik began his tone smooth as silk . Its been far too long . Hiding yourself this well impressive . Ink I replied coolly , sliding inside and closing the door behind me . My gaze darted to Roman . His emotions rippled through our bond , guarded yet heavy with discontent . I could feel it brewing under his controlled demeanor . Why is he here ? I asked , directing the question to Roman rather than Erik . Roman didnt answer immediately . Instead , he reached out and , without hesitation , pulled me onto his lap . His grip was firm but not overbearing , his blue eyes locking onto mine as if daring me to challenge him . Because I trust wm , Little Woll , Roman said simply , his voice carrying an authority I couldnt deny Erik chuckled softly . Youre in safe hands , I assure you . I rolled my eyes , crossing my arms as I settled into Romans embrace despite my mounting irritation . My annoyance deepened as Roman casually took my phone , flipping through my contacts and recent messages as if he owned it . Excuse me , I said flatly . What exactly are you doing ? Roman silenced me with a single glance , one that sent a shiver down my spine . He wasnt playing games this time . Checking for wolves who might be wasting your time he said , his tone clipped yet deceptively calm . Like your fiancé , perhaps ? but the inside of my cheek to suppress the surge of defensiveness threatening to rise . Theres nothing to worry about I said , but my voice lacked the sharp conviction it usually carried . Alexander wouldnt dare mark me . Hes obsessed with Grace , not me . Romars eyes darkened , an icy storm swirling in their depths His woll , Logan , stirred beneath his skin , and I could feel the protective rage building through our bond Chapter 37. Possessive Protection And you just let him think he had a claim on you all this time ? Roman asked , his tone dangerously low . His words were filled with quiet fury , the kind that made my heart race . it was a temporary arrangement , I said , lifting my chin defiantly . For survival . Thats all . His grip on me tightened slightly, his wolfs energy radiating through him . It ends now , he growled , his voice leaving no room for argument . No one lays false claim to what is mine . 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