Chapter 32 Raven's POV The ride back to the pack house was quiet . I sat in the passenger seat , staring out the window as trees blurred past , trying to piece together the mess it my head . The silence in the car felt heavy , like it canied the weight of everything I couldn't say . " If you don't want to , I can ask him to let you rest for a few more days before returning , " Beta Matthew said gently , his voice breaking the silence I glanced at him , noticing the pity in his eyes . That was what I hated the most sifelt " I'm fine . I go back with you . Besides , it's already been two days ," I said , forcing my voice to stay steady even as I felt the tears threatening to spill . " It's time to po He nodded stently , but I could still feel his concer Thad gotten up from the healer's bed earlier , ignoring the ache in my body , and picked up the herbs she had prepared for me . With a deep breath , followed Beta Matthew out of the healer's house , my steps slow but determined No matter er how broken I felt inside , I refused to let anyone see it . When we got to the pack house , I quickly got down and made my way inside . The hallway was quiet , every maid buried in their own duties . ignored the stares of some of the maids as I made my way to my quarters . I sighed in relief as I stepped inside . Even though it wasn't spacious or smelled of luxury , it was my quiet place . The small table near my bad still had the dried herbs from earlier that I'd placed there before leaving . I gently set the new ones down and began sorting through then , trying to distract myself from the pain coursing through my body . My ribs still ached with every breath , and my limbs felt weak , but i couldn't afford to fall apart . I couldn't afford to show weakness - not here . I quickly tied up the bundles , putting them away in the corner of my draum , and made my way to the small bathroom attached to my room . The water was lukewarm , and every movement sent sharp stings through my muscles . But I didn't cry , I bit my bottom lip and powered through it , scrubbing my skin like I could wash away the memories of what had happened . The bruises were fading , but the scars beneath the surface ran deeper . Once I was done , I wrapped myself in a towel and leaned against the wall for a moment , trying to catch my breath . The room spun slightly , but I pushed past it and changed quickly into the standard maid uniform There was no time to rest By the time I got to the kitchen , the other maids were already busy chopping vegetables , stirring Bots , and preparing trays for dinner . The moment they saw me , they paused - some with wide eyes , some with narrowed ones . I felt the shift in the room , but no one said anything They never did . I silently took up a chopping board and joined in , keeping my head down and movements steady, even if my fingers trembled . No one offered help . Na one asked if I was okay . That was fine . I was used to that As dinner was almost ready , Head Maid Carla entered the kitchen , her expression sharp and unreadable . " You'll be serving in the Alpha's wing tonight , " she said , handing me a covered tray . " Take this the with the others . Luna Olivia asked specifically for you . " Of cour course , she did . My stomach twisted , but inadded and took the tray . I could feel the eyes of the other maids on me , some whispering as I left the kitchen , careful not to spill a single thing . My heart beat faster with every step I took toward the Alpha's dining hall . Not because I feared anyone - no . I just hated being so close to her . Chapter 32 To Olivia . My sister The one no one knew about . Our father had done a good job of hiding the truth - two daughters born of the same blood but different mothers . She grew up in lusury , while paw up in the servants " wing . She got the title . She got the gowns . She got the love And now , she had my mate . As Lentered the private dining room , Luna Olivia was already seated , dressed in a flowing satin gown the color of emeralds . Her golden hair was pinned perfectly , her lips painted a deep red , and her eyes sparkled with amusement the moment she saw me . " Well , well , " she said , leaning back in her chair . " The ghost returns. " I kept my eyes low , placing the tray in front of her . " Dinner , Luna ." She ignored the food completely , focusing only on me . " Still limping , I see . What a shame . A maid should be more careful ." She smiled sweetly , but her voice dripped with venom . I didn't respond . I was used to her games . " Tell me , " she continued , swirling her wine lazily . " Did you enjoy your little nap ? Heard you were unconscious for two days . Tik . And some say I'm the fragile one . " I hit my inner check , struggling to keep my expression neutral . " And Haven , " she added , her voice now playful , " you should be careful where you leave your hands . Accusing you of theft ? That's serious . Then again , maybe the rumors are true . " That caught me off guard . My head snapped up before I could stop myself , my eyes meeting hers . She smirked I mean , you did grow up poor . Desperate . Who could blame you for taking something that doesn't belong to you ? " I felt the heat rise in my chest , the words forming in my throat like file . But before I could speak , I felt another presence in the room . My gaze shifted slightly - and there he was Alpha Ethan . Standing at the far end of the room , his tall frame leaning casually against the doorway . His expression unreadable . His eyes , however , were focused directly on me . Like he was waiting I swallowed hard , my voice dying in my throat . " Nothing ! to say ? " Olivia asked mockingly . " Or have you suddenly found your manners ! " I lowered my gaze once more and stepped back , " Is that all , Luna ? " She tilted her head . " You may go . " Without waiting for further dismissal , I turned and walked out , careful not to let my hands shake as I gripped the empty tray . The hallway was quiet as I walked back , but my heart thundered in my chest . I wanted to scream . I wanted to throw something . I wanted to tip that snug 0:40 Fri : 18 Jul Chapter 32 expression off her face . But i couldn't . Because to the world , I was nothing but a maid . And she was the Luna . Even if we shared the same blood . Even if she'd stolen my mate . Even if I had every right to hate her . I reached the servants quarters and shut the door behind me . The moment I was alone , I let out a slow breath and dropped the tray on my bed , sitting ! beside it with trembling hands . She was playing games again , Dangerous ones . And now Alpha Ethan was watching me more closely than ever I didn't know if he suspected something or if he was simply intrigued by the tension , but I had a feeling this wasn't over Not by a long shot . And if I wasn't careful , Olivia would do more than just humiliate me She'd destroy me . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!