Chapter 23 Freya , that s … all wrong , Vlanche stammered , her voice trembling as she stepped forward . In fact , Lucian doesnt even care about me . It was all a lie ! He was forced to be with me because … because he thought you couldnt get pregnant ! Her desperation was palpable , but her tone felt hollow , insincere . I tilted my head , a faint smirk tugging at the corner of my lips . Oh , it doesnt matter , Vlanche . I know whats real . Freya , please , she begged , her eyes glistening with unshed tears . You have to believe me … its all a misunderstanding Lucian opened his mouth , ready to speak , but my mothers voice cut through the air like a blade . Theres no misunderstanding here , she said sharply , stepping forward with an 85 12 41 1/7 Chapter 23 authority that made the entire room fall silent . Her gaze burned into Lucian , who flinched under its weight . Yes , I told the other packs to refuse alliances with you . And why wouldnt I ? My daughter is worth far more than you , Lucian . The crowd murmured softly , and my mothers tone grew even colder . In fact , I found out about the vile comments your weak and powerless family made about Freya . You think you could insult her , ridicule her , and still have the audacity to stand here ? Thats not the truth ! Lucian blurted out , his face pale as he took a shaky step . I mean … did Freya tell you that ? No , my mother said , her voice steady but unforgiving . Alpha Darian did . And so did my spies , who are everywhere . Lucian froze , his mouth opening and closing like a fish out of water . His shoulders slumped as the reality of his 12:42 217 Chapter 23 situation sank in . Im sorry ! he suddenly cried out , desperation thick in his voice . He rushed toward me , his movements frantic and unhinged . My mother stepped forward to block hist path , her stance protective and firm . But I raised a hand , my voice cool and composed . Mother , let him , I said , my tone devoid of warmth . He moved with the speed and intensity of a wolf whose mate was slipping away . His voice was raw . It was my fault last time . I let my temper and instincts get the better of me . I said things I didnt mean did things I regret . But don t let this escalate to a pack council decision , please . Ill fix it I 11 banish Vlanche the moment I get home ! No , forget that I ll cast her out of the pack right now ! She means nothing to me . Freya , please say something . He desperately said , Vlanche told you 855 , 12-42 3/7 Chapter 23 already that I dont care about her ! Thats the truth . He left Vlanche trembling behind him , her once confident posture shrinking under the weight of his rejection . Lucian stepped closer , his movements deliberate , his voice almost a whimper like a wolf baring its neck in submission . I regarded him with a calm composure that belied the storm within me . She destroyed our bond ? You re good at spinning stories . Did she hold you down . and force you to betray the mate bond ? His eves dimmed as he stammered . I … I admit I had a moment of weakness , but she pursued me ! She said you sent her to look after me when you were always away … with the healers , tending to the pack s needs . You were distant , Freya always distant . I thought you didnt love me . I was angry . But I swear , I never wanted her to replace you . I never intended that ! 417 12:42 84 Chapter 23 For a moment , I froze . Eight years ago , Lucian had looked at me the same way , his eyes burning with unwavering determination . Ill never let you down , Freya , he had promised under the full moon . But now ? I shook my head , my voice as cold and final as winters breath . The moment you broke the mate bond , Lucian , you ended us . His fists clenched , and his jaw tightened . I could see the wolf in him struggling- wanting to fight for me , yet knowing the battle was already lost . Freya Stormhood , I cant believe you re still listening to these low life . wolves , Mother said . Vlanche snapped , How is this possible ? She was literally just an omega ! She pointed a trembling finger at me , her voice rising in disbelief . Shes just a 85 12 12 577 Chapter 23 Luna who mated beneath her ! Why would she bond with someone like Lucian if she were truly an alpha born ? My gaze darkened , and a low , threatening growl rumbled from my chest . But instead of lashing out , I smiled faintly helplessly . Yes , I said softly , why did I ever choose you , Lucian ? I left my pack for you . I severed ties with my family and risked everything . I poured my power into helping you establish yourself as an alpha . For eight years , I stood by you , cooked for you , supported you … and you still betrayed me . But thank you , I added with a quiet strength , my smile sharpening . If you hadnt broken our bond , I might have wasted the rest of my life as your Luna, never stepping into my rightful place as an alpha . His shoulders sagged under the weight of his own regret . His wolf whined softly , a 85 % 12:42 617 Chapter 231 sound only I could hear , as he took another step toward me . Freya , he murmured , his voice breaking , I dont care who you are . You re my mate . Whether you re an alpha or not , my feelings for you havent changed ! He reached out to me , his eyes pleading . Come back to the den , please . Ill do whatever it takes . I swear , no one else will ever come between us again . Ill never touch another she wolf , and I don t care about having pups anymore . Just … come back . You re my world . Without you , Im nothing . At the mention of pups , I paused , my sharp resolve softening for the briefest moment . My voice was low , almost a whisper . 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