---- Chapter 3 The next morning, I drank the dark potion in one gulp. The dark blue liquid slid down my throat, carrying an icy chill. Instantly, a tearing pain ripped through my abdomen. I could feel the spiritual bond with the pup in my womb snapping, thread by thread, like someone was ripping a hole right through my soul. But I clenched my jaw and made no sound. Tears, however, streamed down my face uncontrollably. Forgive me, little one. You don't deserve to be a sacrifice in this filthy game. I collapsed onto the floor in agony, my thoughts broken only by a frantic knocking at the door. I opened it to find Clara, her eyes red and swollen, her hair a mess. ---- "This is all your fault! All of it!" she shrieked hysterically. "What is?" "Liam saw me and Fabian together!" Her voice was shrill. "He said he's cutting all ties with me, forever!" Inearly laughed out loud. "Isn't that the result you wanted?" "What?" "You were seducing my fiancé while stringing along your first love." I stared at her coldly. 'Now that your game has blown up in your face, you're blaming me?" "T wasn't seducing Fabian!" Clara screamed. "It was you! You used some kind of dark magic to make him obsessed with you, then you set it up for Liam to see us!" Her logic was hilariously twisted. "Clara, are you insane?" "Shut up!" She lunged at me, clawing at my face. "I'm ---- going to rip you apart!" My wolf roared. The sheer force of my presence threw Clara against the wall, and she crumpled to the floor. "Ah!" she cried out, a trickle of blood at the corner of her mouth. "Regina!" Fabian and Liam burst in. Their faces went rigid when they saw Clara on the ground. "What are you doing?" Liam rushed over to help her up. "She's just an Omega with no wolf soul!" "She attacked me first," I said calmly. "Liar!" Clara wailed even louder. "I just wanted to talk to her, and she used her Alpha power on me!" "Regina, you've gone too far!" Liam roared. "Clara is defenseless, and you used your presence against her!" ---- "Twas just protecting myself." "Protecting yourself?" Fabian walked over, his face a mask of disappointment. "Clara's power isn't even a tenth of yours. What did you need protection from?" They had their story straight. No matter what I said, it would be twisted into another crime. "And from what I've heard," Liam's gaze grew colder, "the only reason Clara and Fabian were seen together is because you used an enchantment to control Fabian in the first place." Enchantment magic? That was a much more serious accusation. "Yes!" Clara immediately played along. "Fabian told me you put a potion in his food to control his mind! Then you deliberately set me up to meet him there so Liam would find us!" I looked at Fabian. Title: ReelTalk EP11-From Memory Lane to Fast Lanes Author: CrushReel Genre: Romance Status: ongoing Embark on an exhilarating journey alongside Luke Charles Stafford as he navigates from the heartland of the Midwest to the glitzy realm of Hollywood in "ReelTalk EP11-From Memory Lane to Fast Lanes" by CrushReel. This ongoing romantic tale delves into the intertwined lives of characters amidst contrasting backdrops, promising a narrative rich in depth and emotion. Within this captivating episode, Luke's transition from a quaint Midwestern setting to the bustling streets of Hollywood unveils layers of personal growth and unforeseen encounters. As he grapples with newfound challenges and connections, themes of love, ambition, and self-discovery intertwine to create a tapestry of emotions that resonate with readers on a profound level. "ReelTalk EP11-From Memory Lane to Fast Lanes" stands out through its nuanced portrayal of relationships and the pursuit of dreams against a backdrop of contrasting landscapes. CrushReel's expertise in crafting authentic characters and evocative settings ensures a reading experience that transcends traditional romance narratives. Immerse yourself in this spellbinding story, available to read at CrushReel, and witness firsthand the magnetic pull of fate as it weaves its intricate web through the lives of Luke and those around him. Experience the magic of "ReelTalk EP11-From Memory Lane to Fast Lanes" as it unfolds online at CrushReel, inviting you to explore the depths of love and ambition in a world where paths cross and destinies collide.