Chapter 45 Chapter 27: Dangerous Accusations – 1 Chapter 27: Dangerous Accusations (Olivia’s POV) followed the rescue team out of Crescent Moon Stables in a daze. My mind kept replaying the horrifying moment when Moonbeam suddenly went wild, throwing Vanessa to the ground. Nothing made sense. The late afternoon sun
Chapter 44 Chapter 26: Dangerous Rides– 2 I didn’t mind this abrupt shift in demeanor. In fact, I found this blunt honesty +8 Points preferable to the forced intimacy she had displayed earlier. At least now I knew where we stood. “For beginners, posture matters most,” I explained, maintaining my
Chapter 43 Chapter 26: Dangerous Rides – 1 Chapter 26: Dangerous Rides (Olivia’s POV) The wind whipped through my hair as Moonbeam and I completed our second lap around the sprawling grounds of Crescent Moon Stables. Connor rode beside me on his powerful bay stallion, his posture relaxed yet commanding.
Chapter 42 Chapter 25: Reunion at the Moon Crest Stables Chapter 25: Reunion at the Moon Crest Stables (Olivia’s POV) The warm afternoon sun bathed Riverdale in a golden glow as I sat across from Rebecca and Lily at our favorite dessert café. The sweet scent of pastries filled the
Chapter 41 Chapter 24: Darkness and Secrets–2 In the adjacent bed, Tyler Jenkins shifted uncomfortably, his dislocated arm now set in a cast. Both men looked up sharply when the door opened. A man entered, his face concealed by a mask. Despite the disguise, they recognized him immediately the same
Chapter 40 Chapter 24: Darkness and Secrets – 1 Chapter 24: Darkness and Secrets (Olivia’s POV) The police officer’s face remained impassive as he delivered his verdict. “We’ve received your report. We will open an investigation on the charge of attempted assault, but your case of excessive force will also
Chapter 39 Chapter 23: Dangerous Encounters–2 I calmly pulled a tissue from my purse and wiped my hands, my lips curling in disdain. “Seriously? Not even worth the warm–up p> Tyler, despite his dislocated shoulder, tried to strike back with his other arm. I easily sidestepped, grabbed his wrist, and
Chapter 38 Chapter 23: Dangerous Encounters – 1 Chapter 23: Dangerous Encounters (Olivia’s POV) I sat between Rebecca and Lily at our corner table, the bar’s ambient lighting casting a warm glow over our faces. The fruity scent of my cocktail mingled with the low hum of conversation around us.
Chapter 37 Chapter 22: The Skilled Restorer and Severed Ties– 2 My brows knitted instantly, a surge of anger and hurt rising within me. “No p> His tone softened with a hint of pleading. “Let’s not quarrel anymore, okay? I’ve missed you these days. I was wrong that day, I
Chapter 36 Chapter 22: The Skilled Restorer and Severed Ties–1 Chapter 22: The Skilled Restorer and Severed Ties (Olivia’s POV) A graceful, refined woman around her thirties entered the private room of the Crescent Moon Hotel in Riverdale. Her confident stride and elegant posture immediately caught my attention. Connor’s voice
Chapter 35 Chapter 21: Reunion at the Banquet–2 I nodded, trying to keep my voice steady. My hands fidgeted with the strap of my purse. “I blocked him everywhere. He should get the message p> Lily tilted her head curiously, her sharp eyes missing nothing. “Suddenly realized something p> A
Chapter 34 Chapter 21: Reunion at the Banquet – 1 Chapter 21: Reunion at the Banquet (Connor’s POV) “We broke up long ago. Now I’m her ex–boyfriend,” I said, my face deliberately cold as I addressed Gabriel’s comment about Olivia’s past relationship. The cards in my hand suddenly felt heavy.
Chapter 33 Chapter 20: The Void Left Behind–2 There was a pause on the other end of the line. “Alpha Ethan, you mean the special healing broth Miss Winters used to make p> “Yes,” I growled, impatience sharpening my tone. Martha’s voice grew hesitant. “I’m afraid I can’t make that,
Chapter 32 Chapter 20: The Void Left Behind–1 Chapter 20: The Void Left Behind (Ethan’s POV) 425 Puntos7 The world tilted and swayed as I stumbled through the front door of Moonlight Manor. My driver had practically carried me from the car, his face pinched with concern that I barely
Chapter 31 Chapter 19: Departure and Denial–2 “Ethan? What’s up?” Sophie answered, sounding surprised. “Have you heard from Olivia?” I asked without preamble. “Olivia?” Sophie’s surprise seemed genuine. “No, she hasn’t contacted me. I don’t know where she went p> “Can you try messaging her?” I pressed. “Sure, hold on
Chapter 30 Chapter 19: Departure and Denial–1 Chapter 19: Departure and Denial (Olivia’s POV) The dining room felt suffocating. Every bite of food tasted like ash in my mouth as I sat across from my father and Natalie. Grace kept trying to catch my eye, her innocent face hopeful, but
Chapter 29 Chapter 18: Return to the Pack–2 “This is the finest herbal tea from Harbor City. It’s for you,” I said, my voice warm with affection. Agatha laughed through her tears, clutching the box to her chest. “I’ll make some for you tonight p> I gently shook my head,
Chapter 28 Chapter 18: Return to the Pack–1 Chapter 18: Return to the Pack (Connor’s POV) I handed the phone back to Olivia, keeping my expression deliberately neutral despite the irritation I felt seeing that message. “Your friend seems to have sent you a message,” I said calmly, watching her
Chapter 27 Chapter 17: Mutual Respect–2 To him, my meager salary was insignificant, barely enough for one of his extravagant meals at upscale restaurants. Worse, it was clear that he never respected my career. remembered how when I once excitedly told Ethan I won a sizable five–million dollar case, he
Chapter 26 Chapter 17: Mutual Respect–1 Chapter 17: Mutual Respect (Olivia’s POV) After dinner, Connor and I descended to the underground parking garage. I walked toward the glacier blue Bentley Continental GT, keys in hand. “How does the car feel to drive?” Connor asked softly. I tucked a strand of