After Severance,Alpha Fell in Love With Ex-Luna

The silence stretched between us as we sat in the Blackthorne Family Hall. Nathan's presence felt different now,

charged with unspoken intentions.

Nathan noticed my distracted state and leaned forward. “Elena, if your relatives cause trouble again, you can

always turn to me.”

His words carried weight beyond simple friendship. | felt uneasy, wondering if | was overthin

this was a veiled confession.

“I appreciate your help,” | said carefully, avoiding his intense gaze.

nings or if

Nathan sensed my discomfort and fell silent. Had he scared her? He wondered if his feelings were too

obvious.

Just then, my phone vibrated. Marcus Blackwood’s nflashed on the screen.

| immediately hung up, my heart racing. Moments later, the doorbell rang, fillingwith dread.

Patricia emerged from the kitchen, wiping her hands on her apron. Nathan quickly intercepted her.

“Letanswer that,” he offered, his protective instincts kicking in.

Nathan opened the door to find Marcus standing there. The two Alphas locked eyes, territorial tension

crackling between them like electricity.

Marcus's golden eyes held dangerous amusement. “Nathan Sterling. How convenient to find you here.”

“Marcus,” Nathan retorted with equal sharpness. “Always a pleasure.”

Marcus shifted his attention to me, then to Patricia. “Mother-in-law, why so formal? Elena and | haven't severed

our mate bond yet.”

| quickly intervened, panic rising in my chest. “Marcus, what's the purpose of your visit?”

He smiled coldly. “Do | need a reason to visit my mate? Or are you too busy seeking a new partner?”

Nathan stepped forward, his voice cutting. “Perhaps you should grant Elena a proper separation so you can be

with Sophia Rivers.”

Marcus's expression turned murderous. He grabbed Nathan's collar, his Alpha dominance flaring dangerously.

“Don’t test me, Sterling. Marcus growled, his wolf barely contained.

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“Stop!” | rushed between them, my hands pushing against Marcus's chest. “Both of you, stop this!”

Marcus released Nathan, his movements controlled but threatening. “I heard about the corrupt official's injuries.

Will you visit him, Elena?”

Nathan dismissed it with a wave. “He brought it upon himself.”

Marcus's smile turned predatory. “Interesting. He had quite a lot to say about schemes to frme. About. Heidi

Cross escaping the investigation.”

The implications leftpuzzled. What was Marcus hinting at?

Nathan maintained his composure, though | caught a flicker of something in his eyes. ‘Evidence, Marcus. Do you

have any?”

“I have all the evidence | need,” Marcus asserted, his voice deadly calm. “Are you ready to face it?”

Marcus approached me, his presence overwhelming. “My mate doesn’t need your care, Sterling.”

Nathan recognized defeat when he saw it. I'll take my leave then.”

Patricia tried to stop him. “Nathan, please don’t-

But Marcus's intimidating Alpha presence silenced her protests. Nathan left without another w

Soon after, Amber Stone arrived with four Elite Guards and two Estate Caregivers. They filed into our modest

hlike an invasion force.

“Mrs. Blackthorne, Luna Elena, Amber greeted us professionally.

Marcus explained to Patricia, his tone deceptively gentle. Tm worried about leaving you alone. These caregivers

are for your safety”

Patricia looked more concerned than grateful. “That's very kind, but-"

Marcus noticed my indifferent expression, his jovial mask slipping. The lunch was ruined before it began.

“We're leaving,” he announced, his hand closing around my arm.

| couldn’t even have lunch with my mother. The caregivers were already settling in, making themselves at

home.

In Marcus's luxury vehicle, | remained silent, gazing out the window at the passing scenery. The Northern

Territory looked different through the tinted glass.

Marcus’s annoyance was palpable. “Did | interrupt your good twith Nathan?*

| turned to face him, my voice sharp. “Were you happy when | interrupted you with Sophia?”

Marcus forcedto meet his gaze, his grip firm on my chin. “We're still mated, Elena. Don’t forget that.”

“When will we sever the mate bond?” | asked desperately.

“Im not in a hurry,” he replied with infuriating calm.

“You're toying with me,” | accused, anger flaring in my chest.

The events of the day suddenly clicked Into place. “Did you orchestrate this? Forceinto a corner?”

Marcus initially denied it, then embraced the idea with cruel satisfaction. “If that’s what it takes. | can involve the

entire Blackthorne Pack if necessary.

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Desperation clawed at my throat. T'm sorry. What do you wantto do?”

Marcus studied my face, slightly appeased by my submission. “Anything?”

| nodded reluctantly, knowing | had no choice.

“Professor Andrew Kelly will be in the Northern Territory for an academic exchange,” he said casually. “Would you

like to attend?”

I was fully aware of Professor Andrew Kelly’s prestige. This was manipulation at its finest.

“Yes,” | agreed quietly, calculating in my head. | needed his signature on the separation papers within twenty

days.

Back at Moonhaven Estate Great Hall, | followed Marcus inside like a shadow, Catherine Hayes greeted us

warmly

“Welchome, Alpha, Luna”

Marcus stopped abruptly, causingto bump into his solid back. He turned to look at me, seeing my demure

compliance.

Something stirred in his golden eyes, a desire to teasefurther.

Catherine sensed the charged atmosphere and excused herself quickly. “I'll prepare refreshments.

After Catherine left, | felt uncomfortable under Marcus's intense scrutiny. | tried to retreat to my chambers, but

his voice stoppedcold.

“I haven't had lunch.”

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