Chapter 39 She looked thin and frail , her once vibrant complexion now pale and dull . Her eyes burned with hatred as they landed on me , and before I could react , she lunged forward , her hands restrained by cuffs . You ! she spat , her voice filled with venom . You think you can take my place ? Silas stepped between us , his voice cold and commanding . Enough , Lena , he said sharply . If you dont cooperate, youll be sent back to your cell immediately . Lena froze , her defiance faltering under Silass glare . She lowered her head , her shoulders slumping in defeat . Fine , she muttered . Asve sat down to go over the Lunas duties , Lenas demeanor was subdued , though I could feel the hatred simmering beneath the surface . She handed me the Lunas key and several documents , her voice flat as she explained their significance . Silas remained by my side the entire time, his presence a silent warning to Lena . Despite her bitterness , she complied , though her hands trembled as she passed me the final set of papers . Is that everything ? Silas asked , his tone sharp . Yes , Lena replied , her voice barely above a whisper . Silas nodded , his expression stern . Youll remain under watch until the handover is complete . Dont give me a reason to send you back . Lena said nothing , her gaze fixed on the floor . As we left the detention center , I couldnt help but feel a strange sense of satisfaction . Watching Lenas defeat , knowing she was powerless to stop me , was a small but significant victory . But as we drove away , Silass voice broke the silence . Are you sure about this , Lorelei ? he asked , his tone soft . I turned to him , my expression calm . Ive never been more sure of anything , I said . Silas nodded , a faint smile playing on his lips . Then well make this work . Together . I leaned back in my seat , my mind already racing with plans . The road ahead was dangerous , but I was ready for it . This was my chance to reclaim everything I had lost and I wouldnt let anything or anyone stand in my way . Silas had invited me to move into the Alpha Palace , and though my heart wavered , I agreed . I had a mission to fulfill , and going back meant placing myself in his territory under his watchful eye . It wasnt easy , knowing what this decision might cost me , but my daughters and my purpose were my priorities . As I packed my things that morning , memories of the palace tugged at the corners of my mind . It had been five years since Id left that place , or more accurately , since Id died . Back then , the palace had been my home . But now , I was returning under a new identity . Silas didnt know who I truly was , and I planned to keep it that way for as long as I could . When I arrived at the Alpha Palace , the sheer size of it overwhelmed me . Its tall , commanding walls seemed colder and less inviting than I remembered . Once , Id felt at ease walking through its grand halls . Now , it felt like walking into a trap . The staff opened the grand double doors for me , bowing slightly as I stepped inside . My hands gripped my bag tightly , the weight of my decision pressing down on me , Silas stood waiting in the foyer , his expression unreadable . 12:34 Alphas Regret : Magnificent Return of the Rejected Luna & 4.5 % > Chapter 39 Ive had a room prepared for you , he said , motioning toward the staircase , I paused . A room ? He nodded . It used to be Lenas , but Ive had her things cleared out . Its yours now , The words made my breath hitch . My chest tightened as the truth settled over me , He didnt realize what hed done didnt recognize that the room hed prepared for me had been mine long , before it was Lenas Thank you , I said quietly , my voice steady even though my thoughts were anything but . The walk down the hall was eerily familiar , every step stirring emotions Id buried long ago . Then Silas pushed open the door , I hesitated before stepping inside . The room looked almost identical to how I had left it . The bed , the curtains , even the little side table were the same . For a moment , I felt like Id stepped back in time . But the air in the room felt different , Cold . Unwelcoming You didnt have to clear out Lenas things , I said softly , glancing around . Its fine , Silas replied . Youll need the space . The statement was simple , but it carried He had no idea that this room wasnt just another guest space for me it had been mine . Id dreamed , planned , and lived before everything fell apart . I placed my bag on the bed , pushing aside the memories threatening to overwhelm me . Thank you , I repeated . Silas gave a ef nod . Ill let you settle in . I didnt respond , unsure how to pro As I placed the flood of emotions swirling inside me . I set my bag on the bed and began unpacking in silence . y clothes in the wardrobe , I heard a noise behind me . 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