Chapter 11 Lucian stood and shook hands with Darian , their movements tense , almost forced . I couldnt bring myself to look at them , the weight of the moment pressing down on me . Why is your Luna not seated with you ? Darian asked , his tone cold and cutting . Lucians mother let out a laugh , light but mocking . Oh , don t mind her ! She walked off earlier wouldnt even listen when we called her back . She s … well , you know , she muttered dismissively . But this meeting is far more important than her antics . Darians gaze hardened , his eyes . narrowing as he looked at them . The air around him grew heavy , almost suffocating , and I couldnt help but feel a mix of embarrassment and shame . They were treating me like this in front of their potential ally , as though I were nothing 85 12:08 1/7 Chapter 11 more than an afterthought . Lucian growled , his irritation palpable . Are you really going to keep embarrassing yourself like this , Freya ? Just say something and sit , he said , his tone weary and indifferent . I opened my mouth to respond , but before. I could , Vlanche s voice cut through , sharp and mocking . Oh , I think Freya s just shy , she said with a smirk . Our Luna must be tired . Her words struck like a slap , and I bit the inside of my cheek to keep my composure , my confidence crumbling . Alpha Darian , you may sit , I murmured softly , forcing my voice to sound polite , though my heart felt heavy . But instead of taking a seat , Darian did something unexpected he reached out and took my hand , his grip firm but reassuring . No , he said , his voice cold and resolute . 15 % 12:38 217 Chapter 11 I wont sit at a table where a Luna is disrespected by her own pack . His words shocked me , and the room fell silent . I wont be forming an alliance with a pack that treats its Luna this way . Instead , Id rather make my own alliance with Luna Freya . His declaration hung in the air like a thunderclap , and before anyone could respond , he pulled me toward him , away from the table . The bond between Lucian and me flared , his anger searing through it like fire . I could feel it , sharp and suffocating , as Darian led me out of the room . What are you doing !? I demanded , yanking my hand free once we were outside . You don t even know me ! Darian turned to me , his expression calm but intense . I know you better than you think , he said simply , his gaze unwavering . 86 12 38 3/7 Chapter 11 Before I could respond , Lucian stormed out , his face dark with fury . Alpha Darian , you ve misunderstood , Lucian said , his voice tense , his anger barely contained . He grabbed my hand , his grip tightening to the point of pain . No one dares to disrespect my Luna , not here and not in our pack ! His words were desperate , almost pleading , but his actions betrayed something else- control , a need to assert dominance . His hold on me wasn t protective ; it was possessive . I glanced between them , caught in the middle of their storm , my own emotions swirling in chaos . Is that so ? Darian asked , his tone sharp , eyes narrowing slightly . Yes , Lucian snapped , his grip on my arm tightening painfully . Tell him , Freya ! He shot me a look before mind- linking , Well talk about this at home . 85 12:38 477 Chapter 11 Darians eyes flicked to Lucian s hand on me , then back to his face . Unfortunately , my decision is final , he said evenly . Even if Freya were to speak up now , it wouldnt change what I saw . You lack respect for your own Luna , and thats not the kind of alliance I want to form . And why do you even care about her ? Lucian hissed , his voice low and dangerous . She s mine to handle . Shes my Luna ! He yanked me closer , his possessiveness palpable . Darian smiled faintly , but it didnt reach his eves eyes . Well see about that soon enough , he said before shifting into his wolf form , his massive frame radiating power as he bolted into the forest . The tension in the air lingered even after he was gone , and Lucians fury simmered all the way back to the pack house . Once inside , his anger exploded . WURE 12 SE 5/7 Chapter 11 What the hell did you do , Freya ?! he roared, pacing the room like a caged animal . I folded my arms , meeting his gaze head- on . I didnt do anything , Lucian . I have no idea what you re even implying . It s not my fault that Alpha Darian canceled the- Dont lie to me ! he interrupted , his voice a snarl . You talked to him , didnt you ? Why were you even with him in the first place ? I rolled my eyes , my patience thinning . Because he was outside and asked for my guidance . Thats all . His eyes darkened , and he stepped closer , his voice dripping with venom . Guidance ? Are you kidding me ? Hes a grown man , Freya ! What , are you so desperate for another mans attention . now- His words cut off as my hand connected 85 % 12.08 617 Chapter 11 with his face , the slap echoing in the room . Dont you dare speak to me like that , I snapped , my voice low and trembling with fury . Or do you want me to slap you again ? Maybe in front of your favorite girl ? I turned my gaze to the doorway , where Vlanche stood frozen , her eyes wide with shock . Lucians jaw clenched , his hands balling into fists . You re not like this , Freya , he said through gritted teeth , his voice softer but still taut with anger . I smirked , my confidence unshaken . Your family disrespects me at every turn , Lucian . Dont think Ill just stand by and let it happen . And as for Alpha Darian rejecting your alliance ? Thats far from the worst thing that could happen . I stepped closer , my eyes locking with his . This is only the beginning . 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