HappyNovel(Lucas's POV)
The words almost escaped my lips before | caught myself.
"What if Lily isn't dead?"
But | swallowed the question back. | was still investigating the mysterious young wolf pup in the Northern Packs
who bore a striking resemblance to Lily.
Without conclusive results, | couldn't mention this possibility to Olivia. The risk of giving her false hope and
watching her emotional collapse was too great.
Olivia noticed my hesitation through our growing bond. Her emerald eyes searched my face.
"If what?" she asked softly.
"Nothing," | replied, forcing a gentle smile.
| needed to shift topics before she pressed further. Gently pushing her toward the sofa, | suggested, "You should
rest. Letmake breakfast."
She shook her head stubbornly. "I want to help."
Together, we prepared a simple meal of venison and herbal tea. The domestic routine felt natural between us,
our wolves content in each other's presence.
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After breakfast, | reluctantly prepared to leave for Moonstone Pack business. Olivia mentioned her plans to visit
Shadow Creek Mall.
"I need outfits for my mother's release from the medical den," she explained. "And a birthday gift for Sophia."
| kissed her forehead gently before departing, my wolf already missing her warmth.
(Olivia's POV)
At Shadow Creek Mall, | moved with purpose through the boutiques. | selected several comfortable outfits for my
mother's homecoming, choosing soft fabrics that wouldn't irritate her healing skin.
For Sophia Blackwood's birthday gift, | searched the jewelry section carefully. She was Lucas's free-spirited artist
sister, preferring unique pieces over famous brands.
| found the perfect moonstone pendant at an independent artisan's stall. The
stone caught the light beautifully, its surface shimmering with ethereal blue fire.
"This one, please," | told the shop assistant, reaching for my card.
"I want that pendant."
The familiar, provocative voice made my wolf bristle beneath my skin.
bu:
Victoria Frost sat in her wheelchair
behind me, her pale face twisted with malicious satisfaction.
I ignored her completely, quietly handing my card to the assistant.
The young woman looked between us nervously. Her hands trembled as she recognized Victoria's status as Ethan
Stone's former favored mate.
"I'm sorry, Miss Winters," the assistant stammered. "Perhaps | could offer you a discount on other items
instead?"
She refused my card, intimidated by Victoria's presence and the special privileges once bestowed upon her.
Victoria's laugh was sharp and cruel. She produced a black card from her purse, waving it triumphantly.
"My unlimited VIP card," she announced loudly. "Granted by Alpha King Ethan Stone himself."
Her voice carried across the store, drawing stares from other
customers. "While you once begged Ethan for money for your bastard pup's medical bills, | enjoyed unlimited
spending and luxury."
Despite knowing Ethan now
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despised her, Victoria's bravado was fueled by dangerous confidence. As long as Emma was with her, she
believed Ethan's protective instincts would never truly abandon them.
"Clear the store," Victoria ordered the assistant imperiously. "I want to shop in private."
The staff exchanged uncomfortable glances before approachingapologetically. "Miss Winters, we'll need to
ask you to leave."
The humiliation burned throughlike silver poison. My wolf snarled silently as | prepared to walk away with
whatever dignity remained.
Suddenly, the store's entrance burst open. James Knight stormed in, his amber- flecked eyes blazing with fury.
He grabbed Victoria by the collar of her designer jacket, yanking her forward in her wheelchair. His phone was
already dialing, the speaker crackling to life.
"Ethan Stone," James's voice was deadly calm. "Do you see what she's doing? Even now, you let her flaunt your
power in front of Olivia."
Victoria's arrogance collapsed instantly. Fear replaced her smug satisfaction as she recognized the dangerous
edge in James's tone.
"How will you face the spirit of dead Lily?" James continued, his words cutting like silver blades.
Ethan's face appeared on the video call, his amber eyes cold and furious. The temperature in the store seemed
to drop several degrees.
Maxwell Chen's nervous voice cthrough the speaker. "Sir, Victoria's card was frozen an hour ago. All her
privileges have been revoked."
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