Chapter 27: The Birthday Banquet

Chapter 27: The Birthday Banquet

(Elena’s POV)

After the unpleasant confrontation with Marcus a week ago, he hasn’t returned to Moonhaven Estate. The

silence between us has grown thicker than winter fog.

Now Margaret Blackwood’s birthday banquet approaches. Amber Stone’s message arrives with typical efficiency: “The old lady expects you to attend with Marcus.”

I understand my position as a Blackwood family Luna despite our strained mating bond. I cannot refuse this

command.

I hesitantly send Marcus a message through our mate bond. “Grandmother’s birthday banquet, she wants me

to go back with you.”

Ten minutes pass without a reply. The silence cuts deeper than any harsh words.

I block the mate bond connection and stop waiting. His indifference no longer surprises me.

(Sophia’s POV)

Meanwhile, I accompany Isabella Blackwood at the shopping district to select birthday gifts for Margaret Blackwood. The young woman beams with joy as we browse through luxury boutiques.

“Sophia, you have such good taste,” Isabella gushes, examining an elegant silk scarf. “Grandmother Margaret will definitely love what you pick!”

Isabella has known me for years. She considers me Marcus’s unforgettable first love, maintaining a goddess–like filter for everything I do.

When I express concern that the grandmother won’t be happy if she knows the gift is from me, Isabella nearly

lets something slip.

“Ele-” she starts, then catches herself quickly.

Her face flushes as she reassures me. “I only recognize you as my future sister–in–law. I’ll persuade

grandmother to accept you.”

The incomplete word echoes in my mind. What was she about to say?

Territory Central Healing Institute. The suspicious feeling gnaws at

by Elena’s office, then head to the nurse station. “I

staff.

nurses comply without question. I scan through the documents

as mated. My eyes narrow as I study the

ever seen Elena’s mate?” I

their heads in unison.

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she’s really mated to

the documents thoughtfully. My suspicions grow stronger

(Elena’s POV)

afternoon, Pack Nurse Rachel approaches my office with information.

investigating your records and asking

look up from my patient files calmly. “Let

surprised by my lack of concern. “Aren’t you

wanted Sophia to know about my mating bond

to let her know.

Sophia discovering our connection. The truth would only

delusions further.

the Blackwood Ancestral Manor buzzes with activity. Distinguished

leadership, remains a revered figure. As a pioneering businesswoman and an icon for independent Lunas, she still wields strong

Blackwood family.

often influences even Marcus’s actions through her wisdom

I wear an elegant light blue dress with my hair styled in a

I stand gracefully beside

every movement.

years in the Blackwood family under Margaret’s strict guidance. The old lady had insisted on proper training

Marcus?” Victoria asks sharply, scanning

explain honestly. “I notified him but received no

can’t even keep your own mate. Might as well sever the bond sooner rather

leaving me standing alone. The sting of her words

anymore.

Marcus entering the Great Hall, surrounded by wealthy young Alphas. He wears a light–colored casual suit

the room with

leader.

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