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I saw my boyfriend and my best friend lying together in our bed, naked.
Tomorrow is my 18th birthday, and is this the âBig Surpriseâ they had planned for me?
Two years together, and just one more day until I would finally find out if he was my fated mate... but now, everything felt like a cruel joke.
"So-Sophia?" Bruce looked at me, stunned, as if seeing a ghost.
"I am sorry. Please forgive me, baby." Bruce came close and held my hand. I felt disgusted when he touched me.
I yanked my hand out of his grasp and slapped him.
"How long?" I asked.
He was silent. Why? Why was he so quiet right now?
He promised me to be a loyal man. He vowed to me that he would mark me as his mate.
But what exactly was he doing now?
"I ASKED HOW LONG???" I yelled at him.
He remained silent, not even making eye contact.
I turned to Luisa. "You, tell me. How long have you been doing this behind my back with him?"
I wanted to hear for myself how long they had made a fool out of me.
"O-One year." She clutched the blanket around her body tightly, but the marks on her bare skin still stung me deeply.
One year. For a year, they'd been lying, cheating, breaking me piece by piece without me even realizing it.
Tears pricked at my eyes, but I refused to let them fall. Not now. Not in front of them.
I took a deep breath, steadying myself. "WE ARE DONE." I said, the words cold and final. Then I ran, my vision blurring as my legs carried me down the hallway.
I wasnât sure where I was going, but I needed to get away from them.
In my haste, I collided with a solid wall of muscle.
I looked up, and for a moment, I was too stunned to move. It was Alpha BryanâBruceâs elder brother.
Unlike Bruce, who was always calm and friendly, Bryan was known for his icy demeanor. The entire pack feared him!
I let out a gasp, and my hand began to shake.
"S-Sorry, B-Big Brother-in-law!" I said subconsciously, but soon I realized something was wrong, I had broken up with Bruce and shouldn't call him that anymore.
"Brother-in-law? Is what I've heard correct, Bryan?â A woman stepped forward, positioning herself beside Bryan.
She was stunning, with a beauty that could make anyone feel small in comparison. This had to be Bryanâs fiancĂ©e, our future Luna.
After giving me an in-depth look from head to toe, she turned her attention to him.
âIs she Bruce's girlfââ
Bryan raised his hand to stop her from continuing to speak. His gaze moved to me, sharp and unreadable, and for a moment, I thought I saw something flicker in his eyesâbut just as quickly, it vanished, replaced by his usual cold demeanor.
âLEAVE." he ordered, his voice as icy as ever.
The command left no room for argument. I flinched under the weight of his stare and fled the room, holding back the tears burning behind my eyes. As I passed the woman, her voice followed me like a dagger.
"What's wrong with our Bruce? Does he really like that girl? I can't believe this. He has such a bad choice!"
My steps faltered, but I didnât look back. I did not want to stay a single second here. I did not come here to take any humiliation.
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A day later
"I don't want to go, Mom" I said quietly, staring at the simple white dress I was supposed to wear.
How could I go to that house? It was my ex-boyfriend's house. I did not want to see his face again.
"You have to go. It's Alpha Bryan's engagement ceremony. Your name is clearly stated on the invitation card. You can't deny it, my child. It's a rule."
I sighed, reluctantly pulling on the dress and applying light makeup.
"You look so beautiful, Sophia." Mom said, her voice filled with a bittersweet pride.
"Thanks, Mom." I gave her a hug then got into the car.
As I stepped into the grand hall, the scent of flowers filled the air, their delicate petals cascading down the walls in elaborate displays of elegance and wealth. This place once felt like a symbol of beauty and grace to me, but now it was just a prison of painful memories.
I found a quiet corner, hoping to avoid Bruce. I didnât want to see him, especially not today.
My eyes wandered across the room, eventually landing on Alpha Bryan and his fiancée. They stood together, poised and perfect, as the guests eagerly awaited the ring exchange.
Suddenly, my view turned foggy. A mixed smell of rain and forest hit my nose.
My wolf stirred, taking control of my movements. I tried to resist, but it was no use.
I pushed the crowd and took long strides in front of the royal family.
They turned their heads toward me. I could sense Bruce's eyes on me.
However, my eyes were not on him but on his brother.
As I drew near, Bryan's eyes also locked onto mine, burning with fury. He didnât seem pleased to see meânot at all.
My wolf could not take his cold look. Tears streamed out of my eyes.
I could not stop myself from calling him in front of everyone.
"MATE"
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