Chapter 14 No … this cant be , he whispered , his voice breaking . When did she … ? His breath hitched . How could Freya have carried my pup and not told me ? His wolf howled within him , a sound of anguish and denial . This has to be a lie , he muttered , shaking his head violently . She s trying to hurt me . This report it s fake . It has to be fake ! But deep down , he knew . He felt the emptiness , the severed connection where our bond used to burn strong . When I returned to the Stormhood stronghold , my father was the first to greet me . His piercing amber eyes studied me , taking in every detail the way my shoulders . 85 % 12:39 1/5 84 Chapter 14 slumped , the faint scars that werent there the last time hed seen me , the exhaustion etched into my face . I told you that you shouldnt be hiding on what you are anymore but you defied my rules . I paused , offering a bitter smile as I shook my head . I was so wrong . Come in , he said finally , stepping aside . You wont be the Luna of a second rate pack anymore . The disapproval in his tone was clear . Hed warned me , years ago , not to choose Lucian . To not ever choose someone like him and that I should flaunt to all people that I have an Alpha blood but I was stubborn . Im embarrassed even to tell anyone about it , he continued . Remember , Freya , you are the future Alpha Heir of this pack . You were born for greater things than that wolf could ever offer . 85 % 12:39 2/5 Chapter 14 My familys unwavering support gave me the strength I needed to rebuild . I was no longer the barren Luna whispered about in the Crimson Moon Pack . No longer the mate overshadowed by betrayal and pain . I was Freya Stormhood daughter of the most powerful Alpha in the region and future leader of this pack . I threw myself into the work of managing the packs affairs . People began calling me Little Storm , a nod to my determination and fierce presence . It wasnt long before I started making changes, building alliances , and showing the world that I was more than just someones mate . But even as I rebuilt , ghosts from my past continued to haunt me . One evening , my phone buzzed . I didnt recognize the number , but I knew the voice the moment I answered . 85 % 12-39 3/5 Chapter 14 Freya , Lucian growled , his tone sharp and angry . I didnt respond , letting him talk . It took me forever to track down your new number , he snarled . Did you really go to the city alone ? Do you realize how dangerous it is for you to wander without a pack ? I stayed silent , unbothered by his anger . How long are you going to keep this up ? he demanded . You re still joking about the pup ? Whats the point of being angry and leaving ? We can fix this ! His desperation seeped through his words , but I remained calm , my voice steady . Lucian , Ive already signed the severance agreement . If you refuse to sign , Ill take you to the Council and have it . finalized anyway . He hesitated , his breathing heavy . … Fine , if you re that brave , take me to the Council . But without me , whos going 85% 12:30 4/5 Chapter 14 to call you Luna with respect ? You think you re so capable pretending with some fake report . His voice grew louder , angrier . If you were really pregnant , how could you bear to abort it ? he spat . For a moment , I faltered , my wolf stirring uneasily . And forgetting our anniversary ? he continued . Is it really that serious , Freya ? Do you hate me that much ? Do you really hate me that you ve ruined everything ? That Ive lost Crescent Fang Pack and Alpha Darian s ? His voice sounds so hollow . Title: Crimson Revenge: Bride Sacrifice (English-dubbed) Embark on a riveting journey with Misty, a fresh police academy graduate, as she fearlessly undertakes a perilous mission to infiltrate the enigmatic 'Divine Marriage' ritual in Florals Village. 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