Chapter 36 Chapter 36 The rest of the drive was quiet , and by the time we arrived home , the girls were starting to yawn They were tired from the long day at the amusement park , and I was grateful for their obedience as they headed straight to their room to get ready for bed . Once Joanne and Joey were settled , Branwen and I sat in the living room . His expression was tense , and I could tell he was holding back his frustration . Do you want to tell me what you were thinking ? Branwen finally asked , his voice tight . Isghed , leaning back against the couch . I wasnt thinking , I admitted . I just … I forgot about the full moon . I was careless . Careless ? Branwens voice rose slightly . You know how these nights affect you , Lorelei . Why would you stay out so long ? I didnt mean to , I said defensively . It just … happened . Branwens eyes narrowed . Or was it because you were having such a great time with Silas ? I shook my head , sitting up straighter . Thats not it , I said firmly . I wasnt having a great time , Branwen . Every second I spent with him , I was thinking about one thing revenge . He studied me for a long moment , his expression softening slightly . Revenge , he repeated quietly . What happened today ? I hesitated for a moment , then decided to tell him everything . Silas asked me to be his Luna , I said finally . Branwens reaction was immediate . His jaw tightened , and his eyes flashed with anger . He what ? He said Lena isnt fit to be Luna anymore , I continued , keeping my voi No , Branwen said flatly . Absolutely not . Youre not marrying Silas . I didnt say I was going to , I said , frowning . And he thinks I should take her place . Good , he snapped . Because I wont allow it , Lorelei . I dont care what his reasoning is or what he thinks . Youre not going to become his Luna . I took a deep breath , trying to steady my emotions . Branwen , its part of the plan , I reminded him . The plan doesnt involve you marrying him , Branwen shot back . There has to be another way . There might not be , I said quietly . This is an opportunity , Branwen . If I can gain his trust , get close enough to him- No , he interrupted , his tone leaving no room for argument . Well find another way , Lorelei . I wont let you put yourself in that position . I didnt respond immediately , the weight of his words sinking in . I knew Branwen was only trying to protect me , but part of me also knew that this might be the opening we needed . Branwen POV : The soft light of the lamp cast long shadows across the room as I sat in silence , waiting for Rowena to speak . Her expression was unreadable , but there was a tension in her posture that set me on edge . Finally , she broke the silence . Ive made my decision , she said , her voice steady but laced with something I couldnt quite place . What decision ? I asked , my chest tightening in anticipation of her words . Im going to marry Silas . 12:33 Alphas Regret : Magnificent Return of the Rejected Luna . Chapter 36 The world seemed to tilt at her declaration . I stared at her , stunned . Youre going to what ? I said , mely keep my om fx4 , Its part of my plan , she explained , her tone resolute . Ill marry him , get close to him , and then make him peynir fling , stipe Her words churned a storm of emotions within me anger , disbelief , and a deep , aching fear . But beneath it all was the undeniable pull of our bond . She didnt know it , but Rowena was my mate I had known since I was eighteen . The moment I first felt the mate bond , it was like a tether had formed between on , connecting me to her swept couldnt explain . Her scent , her presence , the sound of her voice all of it became an intrinsic part of my existence , But I had let my prejudices cloud my judgment . Back then , I had heard rumors stories of Rowenas supposed crity and lack of men People said she was manipulative , that she preyed on the weak to elevate her own status . Those whispers had poisoned my mind , and I had believed them without question . I stayed away from her , ignoring the bond and suppressing my instincts . I convinced myself that she wasnt worthy of my loyalty , let alone my love . Eventually , I left the Snowfang pack altogether , distancing myself from her and everything she represented . Looking back now , I hated myself for how blind I had been . The rumors had been lies , spun by those who envied Rowenas strength and resilience . By the time I realized the truth , it was too late . I had alienated her , left her to face unimaginable hardships alone . 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