- 2 days ago
- #regret
He realized his deep love only after she terminated her pack contract and vanished, leaving her token behind. #Regret
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00:00:05Five years into our marriage, it all turned out to be lies.
00:00:09My Alpha Cain had an affair with his mistress Beta the day before our mating ceremony.
00:00:14He assumed I, being a wolfless wretch, couldn't hear a thing, unaware that I had awakened, and could clearly perceive
00:00:22every betrayal we uttered.
00:00:25Luna, we've prepared the substitute blood and staged the fake death scene exactly as you requested.
00:00:31In ten days, your death will be revealed at mate ceremony.
00:00:34The voice on the other end finally took the edge off the anger I'd been holding back for far too
00:00:39long.
00:00:40Good.
00:00:41My voice came out low, a restrained edge of something feral beneath it.
00:00:46Rest assured, no one will question it. We'll simulate a death by silver.
00:00:51No wolf survives that kind of damage.
00:00:54Only then, did I let out a slow breath.
00:00:58After confirming the remaining details, I hung up, and pushed open the door, to the private room.
00:01:05The noise inside died the instant I stepped in.
00:01:08Every wolf there could catch the faint pine scent clinging to me.
00:01:12The unmistakable mate mark left by Alpha Cain.
00:01:17Cain, seated at the center, rose immediately.
00:01:21His long fingers closed around my hand, his eyes filled with concern.
00:01:26His voice dropped, rough with Alpha authority.
00:01:30My little wolf, where did you go?
00:01:33I can smell fear on you.
00:01:35He started to pull me away, but I caught the possessiveness in his gaze,
00:01:40and forced down the bitterness rising in my chest.
00:01:43I shook my head.
00:01:45I'm fine.
00:01:46Let's just keep going.
00:01:48Still holding my hand, Cain led me back to my seat.
00:01:52The room gradually came back to life, until someone spoke up.
00:01:56Cain, you and your wild cat are about to seal your mate bond.
00:02:00So what are you planning to do with your little beta pet?
00:02:03My nails dug into my palm.
00:02:06Being the useless one who couldn't shift, I'd long since gotten used to names like that.
00:02:12But I could still clearly smell another woman's scent, lingering on Cain.
00:02:20Someone beside the speaker nudged him.
00:02:23Hey, watch it.
00:02:24Your Luna's right here.
00:02:26He just shrugged, completely unconcerned.
00:02:29What's the problem?
00:02:31It's not like the useless one understands the werewolf kind language anyway.
00:02:35I'm just curious how Cain plans to deal with his little bitch.
00:02:39All eyes turned to Cain.
00:02:41A flicker of disdain passed through his gaze.
00:02:45I'll keep her.
00:02:47He peeled a shrimp and placed it into my bowl before continuing casually.
00:02:52She's just a pet I keep around.
00:02:54My only mate is Aria.
00:02:56He smirked faintly.
00:02:58But if my wild bot Aria ever found out the truth, she'd run.
00:03:02So I've kept it well hidden.
00:03:05Even after the mate bond.
00:03:07I won't let her find out.
00:03:10His gaze swept across the room, a surge of alpha pressure thickening the air.
00:03:15Watch your mouths.
00:03:16If anyone slips up in front of her, I'll tear you apart.
00:03:21These were all dominant alphas from the same circle, and none of this shocked them.
00:03:26If anything, they sounded amused.
00:03:29Cain's got it bad.
00:03:31Can't even let his little toy get exposed.
00:03:34Well, she can't shift.
00:03:35Figures she'd be fragile.
00:03:38Someone's eyes lit up.
00:03:40Curiosity getting the better of him.
00:03:43Cain, if Aria can't sense anything, then you and that beta pet, have you ever, you know, at home?
00:03:52Cain chuckled, idly spinning the ring on his finger.
00:03:56Of course.
00:03:58It's been wild.
00:04:01The room erupted into crude laughter and wolfish howls.
00:04:05Cain really knows how to play!
00:04:07Yeah!
00:04:08A useless one like that?
00:04:10Easy to fool.
00:04:12Bet the whole place is covered in your mess.
00:04:18Man, I'd love to see that wild cat's face when she finds out.
00:04:23Their laughter cut through the room, sharp, and vicious.
00:04:28No one noticed how tightly I was gripping my silver fork.
00:04:32My knuckles had gone white.
00:04:33No one knew.
00:04:35Three days ago, I had my awakening.
00:04:40And no one knew that I had already decided to leave.
00:04:44I would never complete a mate bond with Cain.
00:04:48On the day of the ceremony, the only thing waiting for him would be a blood-soaked corpse.
00:04:54A fake one.
00:04:56Cain glanced at my untouched shrimp and immediately turned back to me.
00:05:01My little wolf, why aren't you eating?
00:05:04I looked at him.
00:05:05At the man whose eyes were filled with nothing but carefully crafted concern, and forced a faint smile.
00:05:13What were you all talking about that got you so excited?
00:05:16Cain smiled softly, and pressed a gentle kiss to the back of my hand.
00:05:22They were just saying they envy envy our bond.
00:05:25That will be the most devoted pair there is.
00:05:29Inside the private room, people exchanged knowing looks.
00:05:33I caught every single one of them.
00:05:35The mockery.
00:05:36The cruelty.
00:05:37It burned.
00:05:40My heart felt like it had been soaked in liquid silver.
00:05:43The pain sharp enough to cut through bone.
00:05:46They had been talking about him and that woman, yet somehow twisted it into admiration for what we had.
00:05:54Cain, I never realized you could lie so easily.
00:05:58I set my silver fork down and stood.
00:06:01I didn't want to hear another word of it.
00:06:04The moment I moved to leave, Cain was on his feet.
00:06:07A flicker of panic crossing his face.
00:06:10Little wolf, what's wrong?
00:06:13I shook my head.
00:06:15My voice came out soft, barely more than a breath.
00:06:19I'm tired.
00:06:21I want to go back to the pack house.
00:06:24I didn't wait for his response.
00:06:26I turned and walked out.
00:06:28Out on the street, I looked up and saw the massive LED screen across the road.
00:06:34A mating display was playing.
00:06:37Aria, be my mate.
00:06:40The words stretched across the center in bold impossible-to-miss letters.
00:06:46People passing by slowed down.
00:06:48Their voices full of envy.
00:06:53Oh my god, I heard Alpha Cain's girl can't shift, so he rented the biggest screen in the city just
00:06:58so she could clearly see the words,
00:07:00Be my mate?
00:07:01That's insanely romantic.
00:07:04He treats that girl so well.
00:07:07After the mate bond, he's going to be the perfect Alpha.
00:07:11I stood there, the subject of their admiration, and let out a quiet, self-mocking smile.
00:07:18A week ago, I would have reacted the same way.
00:07:22I would have believed in Cain's love without question.
00:07:26I was born into a declining pack.
00:07:30From the moment I came into this world, I couldn't shift.
00:07:34Among the werewolf kind, that made me a disgrace.
00:07:38A failure.
00:07:40Cain entered my life under those circumstances.
00:07:44He claimed it was love at first sight and pursued me relentlessly.
00:07:49But I had seen this kind of attention before.
00:07:52Cruel games disguised as affection.
00:07:55So I avoided him.
00:07:5899 times he confessed.
00:08:0099 times I turned him down.
00:08:04Until the nightly Silver Hunters attacked.
00:08:07He threw himself over me without hesitation.
00:08:11Even when Silver pierced straight through his shoulder blade, he didn't move.
00:08:15He held his position, shielding me with his body.
00:08:19When he woke up in the hospital, his condition was so weak he could barely maintain human form.
00:08:26And yet, the first thing he did when he saw me, was reach out and gently touch my face.
00:08:33My little wolf, as long as you're safe.
00:09:03That was the moment everything changed.
00:09:05For years, he never wavered.
00:09:07He treated me with the same devotion, the same care, as if I were the only one who mattered.
00:09:16Even when the pack opposed us, he stood his ground and asked me to be his mate.
00:09:22And for that upcoming ceremony, I wanted to give him something real.
00:09:28Something more.
00:09:29I risked my life to undergo blood awakening, just so I could truly experience his wild side during the mate
00:09:35ritual.
00:09:36If it failed, if it failed, I would have died.
00:09:40But I survived.
00:09:42Not only that, I gained something rare.
00:09:45Empathic sense.
00:09:47I decided to keep it a secret.
00:09:49I wanted to surprise him on the day of the ceremony.
00:09:53But on the very day I awakened, everything fell apart.
00:09:58Through that new ability, I sensed him.
00:10:01Cain.
00:10:02Talking to his beta pet.
00:10:04Their voices were intimate, careless, filled with open flirtation.
00:10:10That was when I learned the truth.
00:10:12He had already betrayed our bond.
00:10:15For an entire year.
00:10:17And I had known nothing.
00:10:20A sharp pain twisted through my chest, forcing me to crouch down and wrap my arms around myself.
00:10:26His words from earlier echoed in my mind, over and over again.
00:10:31Even with the mate ceremony approaching, he had no intention of ending that relationship.
00:10:37Did he really think I was so worthless that he could deceive me forever?
00:10:42The winter wind cut through me, cold and merciless.
00:10:46But my mind had never been clearer.
00:10:49I would show Cain the truth.
00:10:52Lies don't last forever.
00:10:54And I would never forgive betrayal.
00:10:57I took a slow breath, forcing down the ache in my chest.
00:11:02Just as I was about to head back, a pair of strong arms wrapped around me from behind.
00:11:09Cain's scent surrounded me at once, rich with cedar, and thick with possessiveness.
00:11:14It pressed in from all sides, leaving no space to breathe.
00:11:18Little wolf, why didn't you wait for me?
00:11:21Are you in a bad mood today?
00:11:23Then let me take you to see your mate dress.
00:11:26The custom piece just arrived.
00:11:29He pulled me into his arms, his hands sliding up to the back of my neck, gently stroking the spot
00:11:35where his marking remained.
00:11:40I don't feel like going.
00:11:42Just pick it yourself.
00:11:44I would be gone on the day of the mate ceremony.
00:11:47There was no reason for me to wear a mate dress.
00:11:51Cain seemed to sense the distance in my tone.
00:11:54His voice softened, almost cautious.
00:11:58Little wolf, why does it feel like you're not excited about the mate bond at all?
00:12:03Do you not want to bond with me anymore?
00:12:06I looked at him, at the flicker of panic in his alpha eyes.
00:12:11I almost told him the truth.
00:12:14Yes, I don't want this anymore.
00:12:17You were the one who betrayed us first.
00:12:19You were the one who dragged our bond through the dirt.
00:12:22You were the one who destroyed any anticipation I had for that ceremony.
00:12:26And now you're asking me why?
00:12:29But I wasn't ready to expose everything.
00:12:32Not yet.
00:12:34At the dress boutique, the moment we stepped inside, an attendant drew back a curtain to reveal the mate dress
00:12:41prepared in advance.
00:12:43Miss, the gown Alpha Cain had blessed by the moon goddess has arrived.
00:12:48Please let us know if you'd like any alterations.
00:12:51The dress was pure white, flowing and luminous.
00:12:56Moonstones were set into the bodice, casting a soft, sacred glow.
00:13:01Cain wrapped an arm around my waist.
00:13:03My little wolf, do you like it?
00:13:07I couldn't deny it.
00:13:09The design was exactly my taste.
00:13:11But no matter how beautiful it was, it couldn't mend what had already been broken.
00:13:17Look closer, Cain said softly.
00:13:20At the center of the moonstone.
00:13:22I followed his gaze.
00:13:24Engraved deep within the gem were the letters.
00:13:28A and K, forever.
00:13:30The moon goddess is our witness.
00:13:34My love for you will last forever, too.
00:13:37I stared at the stone, at the tiny letters carved into its heart.
00:13:42Then I turned to him, and met his eyes.
00:13:45Eyes filled with something that looked like love.
00:13:49Will your love for me really last forever?
00:13:54A flicker of unease crossed his face before he answered quickly.
00:13:58I, Cain, swear, swear that I will love Arya forever.
00:14:03For my entire life.
00:14:06If I break this oath, may the moon goddess strip me of my wolf spirit.
00:14:11Such a solemn vow.
00:14:13And yet, it couldn't warm a heart that had already gone cold.
00:14:19He had already broken it.
00:14:21And still, he kept acting.
00:14:24Didn't he get tired?
00:14:26I turned my face away, unwilling to look at him any longer.
00:14:31Cain seemed about to say something else, but his phone suddenly rang.
00:14:35His expression shifted, just slightly, before he stepped aside to answer.
00:14:40When he returned, there was a trace of apology on his face.
00:14:46Little wolf, something urgent just came up.
00:14:48Go ahead and try the dress.
00:14:50If anything needs adjusting, just tell the staff.
00:14:53He left in a hurry, not even waiting for a response.
00:14:58I watched his retreating figure, a bitter thought settling in.
00:15:03Cain had never walked away from me for pack business.
00:15:06And just before he left, I had caught it.
00:15:10That flicker in his eyes.
00:15:13Raw, instinctive desire.
00:15:16Work?
00:15:18Hardly.
00:15:19He was going to see her.
00:15:21When I returned to the pack house, I immediately felt it.
00:15:26The slight dip in the mattress.
00:15:29The air carried a cloying mix of vanilla, and lingering scent, thick with unmistakable desire.
00:15:35The thought hit me all at once.
00:15:38Cain and that beta had been here, on this bed.
00:15:42Entwined.
00:15:43My stomach twisted violently.
00:15:45I rushed into the bathroom and threw up, unable to stop.
00:15:50Cain had just come back.
00:15:52The moment he saw me like that, panic flashed across his face.
00:15:56Little wolf, did you eat something bad?
00:15:59I'll call a healer right now.
00:16:03I grabbed his wrist, my eyes still red.
00:16:07I'm fine.
00:16:07I just thought of something disgusting.
00:16:12Cain dropped to his knees beside me, gently patting my back, his expression full of distress.
00:16:18Don't think about things like that.
00:16:21Seeing you like this, it hurts me too.
00:16:24I looked down at him.
00:16:26At the open collar of his shirt.
00:16:29And the marks on his skin.
00:16:31Bite marks, fresh, obvious.
00:16:34Another wave of nausea rose in my throat.
00:16:38How strong did Cain have to be to carry another woman's marks on his body, and still look at me
00:16:44like I was the only one he cared about?
00:16:47His voice grew sharper, more agitated.
00:16:51Who did this to you?
00:16:53Who made Maid?
00:16:54My little wolf like this.
00:16:57Tell me.
00:16:58I'll tear them apart.
00:17:00A bitter smile tugged at my lips.
00:17:04Cain.
00:17:05You're the one who did this to me.
00:17:08Sometime deep into the night, I woke to the sound of a low, restrained growl.
00:17:14Half asleep, I reached out, instinctively searching for the alpha beside me.
00:17:19But the bed was empty.
00:17:21I sat up and went downstairs.
00:17:23As I reached the second floor, I heard it.
00:17:27A woman's breathless voice.
00:17:30Soft, broken.
00:17:32I froze for a second, forcing down the sharp ache rising in my chest, then walked toward the guest room.
00:17:39The door was wide open.
00:17:42Moonlight spilled across the room, illuminating two bodies tangled together.
00:17:47Inside, Cain was bare from the waist up.
00:17:50The beta wore a strapless mermaid gown.
00:17:54The long skirt pushed up to her waist.
00:17:56Her pale legs were wrapped tightly around him.
00:18:00Her cheeks were flushed as she clung to his neck, her voice unsteady.
00:18:05Alpha, the dress I just got today, you already torn it.
00:18:10Cain let out a low chuckle, leaning in close to her ear, his voice rough.
00:18:15You wore it for me, didn't you?
00:18:20I even had the designer make one just for you.
00:18:24So tonight, shouldn't you be satisfying me?
00:18:28She clung to him, her voice breaking, hoarse.
00:18:33Alpha, I can't, I can't take ache anymore.
00:18:38Then, breathless, she tilted her head back.
00:18:42What if Aria sees us?
00:18:44Cain stilled, his expression turning cold as he cut her off.
00:18:48She's useless.
00:18:50She doesn't understand anything.
00:18:52Don't you dare tell her about us.
00:18:55The beta traced circles against his chest, her tone soft, almost hurt.
00:19:00I know, I just...
00:19:03She's about to become your mate, and I'll always have to stay hidden.
00:19:09It makes me sad.
00:19:11Cain's expression softened slightly.
00:19:13You jealous little thing.
00:19:16I already brought you into this house.
00:19:18Isn't that enough?
00:19:20Don't worry.
00:19:21Even after the mate bond, I won't leave you.
00:19:25Whatever area has, you'll have too.
00:19:28Moonlight lit up my face, where I stood outside the door.
00:19:32I covered my mouth, but the tears were already falling, blurring everything.
00:19:39Every sound from inside the room pierced into me like silver blades, carving wound after wound
00:19:45into my chest.
00:19:46I turned and ran.
00:19:49Barefoot.
00:19:50Straight out into the rain.
00:19:52Cold water soaked through me, but I didn't stop.
00:19:55I just needed to get away.
00:19:57As far away as possible.
00:19:59Through the haze, I thought I saw him.
00:20:03A younger Cain.
00:20:05The one I had once loved.
00:20:08His eyes were clear, sincere, filled with something real.
00:20:13Little wolf, leave him.
00:20:16Leave the man who doesn't love you anymore.
00:20:19And never forgive him.
00:20:21My vision burned as I looked at that memory.
00:20:25At the alpha, I had once given my heart to.
00:20:29Okay.
00:20:30I whispered.
00:20:31I will leave you.
00:20:34And I will never forgive you.
00:20:55Five years into our marriage, it all turned out to be lies.
00:20:59My alpha Cain had an affair with his mistress Beta, the day before our mating ceremony.
00:21:05He assumed I, being a wolfless wretch, couldn't hear a thing.
00:21:09Unaware that I had awakened.
00:21:11And could clearly perceive every betrayal be uttered.
00:21:15Luna, we've prepared the substitute blood and staged the fake death scene exactly as you requested.
00:21:21In ten days, your death will be revealed at mate ceremony.
00:21:25The voice on the other end finally took the edge off the anger I'd been holding back for far too
00:21:30long.
00:21:31Good.
00:21:32My voice came out low, a restrained edge of something feral beneath it.
00:21:37Rest assured, no one will question it.
00:21:40We'll simulate a death by silver.
00:21:42No wolf survives that kind of damage.
00:21:45Only then, did I let out a slow breath.
00:21:49After confirming the remaining details, I hung up, and pushed open the door, to the private room.
00:21:55The noise inside died the instant I stepped in.
00:21:59Every wolf there could catch the faint pine scent clinging to me.
00:22:03The unmistakable mate mark left by Alpha Cain.
00:22:08Cain, seated at the center, rose immediately.
00:22:12His long fingers closed around my hand, his eyes filled with concern.
00:22:17His voice dropped, rough with Alpha authority.
00:22:20My little wolf, where did you go?
00:22:23I can smell fear on you.
00:22:26He started to pull me away, but I caught the possessiveness in his gaze.
00:22:30And forced down the bitterness rising in my chest, I shook my head.
00:22:35I'm fine.
00:22:37Let's just keep going.
00:22:39Still holding my hand, Cain led me back to my seat.
00:22:42The room gradually came back to life, until someone spoke up.
00:22:47Cain, you and your wild cat are about to seal your mate bond.
00:22:51So what are you planning to do with your little beta pet?
00:22:54My nails dug into my palm.
00:22:57Being the useless one who couldn't shift, I'd long since gotten used to names like that.
00:23:02But I could still clearly smell another woman's scent, lingering on Cain.
00:23:11Someone beside the speaker nudged him.
00:23:14Hey watch it, your Luna's right here.
00:23:17He just shrugged, completely unconcerned.
00:23:20What's the problem?
00:23:22It's not like the useless one understands the werewolf kind language anyway.
00:23:26I'm just curious how Cain plans to deal with his little bitch.
00:23:30All eyes turned to Cain.
00:23:32A flicker of disdain passed through his gaze.
00:23:36I'll keep her.
00:23:37He peeled a shrimp and placed it into my bowl before continuing casually.
00:23:43She's just a pet I keep around.
00:23:45My only mate is Aria.
00:23:47He smirked faintly.
00:23:49But if my wild bot Aria ever found out the truth, she'd run.
00:23:53So I've kept it well hidden.
00:23:56Even after the mate bond, I won't let her find out.
00:24:00His gaze swept across the room, a surge of alpha pressure thickening the air.
00:24:06Watch your mouths.
00:24:07If anyone slips up in front of her, I'll tear you apart.
00:24:12These were all dominant alphas from the same circle, and none of this shocked them.
00:24:17If anything, they sounded amused.
00:24:20Cain's got it bad.
00:24:22Can't even let his little toy get exposed.
00:24:25Well, she can't shift.
00:24:26Figures she'd be fragile.
00:24:29Someone's eyes lit up.
00:24:30Curiosity getting the better of him.
00:24:33Cain, if Aria can't sense anything, then you and that beta pet, have you ever, you know, at home?
00:24:43Cain chuckled, idly spinning the ring on his finger.
00:24:47Of course.
00:24:49It's been wild.
00:24:51The room erupted into crude laughter and wolfish howls.
00:24:56Cain really knows how to play.
00:24:59A useless one like that?
00:25:01Easy to fool.
00:25:03Bet the whole place is covered in your mess.
00:25:09Man, I'd love to see that wild cat's face when she finds out.
00:25:14Their laughter cut through the room, sharp, and vicious.
00:25:19No one noticed how tightly I was gripping my silver fork.
00:25:22My knuckles had gone white.
00:25:24No one knew.
00:25:25Three days ago, I had my awakening.
00:25:31And no one knew that I had already decided to leave.
00:25:34I would never complete a mate bond with Cain.
00:25:39On the day of the ceremony, the only thing waiting for him would be a blood-soaked corpse.
00:25:45A fake one.
00:25:46Cain glanced at my untouched shrimp and immediately turned back to me.
00:25:51My little wolf, why aren't you eating?
00:25:55I looked at him.
00:25:56At the man whose eyes were filled with nothing but carefully crafted concern and forced a faint smile.
00:26:04What were you all talking about that got you so excited?
00:26:07Cain smiled softly and pressed a gentle kiss to the back of my hand.
00:26:13They were just saying they envy, envy our bond.
00:26:15That will be the most devoted pair there is.
00:26:20Inside the private room, people exchanged knowing looks.
00:26:24I caught every single one of them.
00:26:26The mockery.
00:26:27The cruelty.
00:26:28It burned.
00:26:30My heart felt like it had been soaked in liquid silver.
00:26:34The pain sharp enough to cut through bone.
00:26:37They had been talking about him and that woman.
00:26:40Yet somehow twisted it into admiration for what we had.
00:26:45Cain, I never realized you could lie so easily.
00:26:49I set my silver fork down and stood.
00:26:52I didn't want to hear another word of it.
00:26:54The moment I moved to leave, Cain was on his feet.
00:26:58A flicker of panic crossing his face.
00:27:01Little wolf, what's wrong?
00:27:04I shook my head.
00:27:05My voice came out soft, barely more than a breath.
00:27:10I'm tired.
00:27:12I want to go back to the pack house.
00:27:14I didn't wait for his response.
00:27:17I turned and walked out.
00:27:19Out on the street, I looked up and saw the massive LED screen across the road.
00:27:25A mating display was playing.
00:27:28Aria, be my mate.
00:27:31The words stretched across the center in bold impossible to miss letters.
00:27:37People passing by slowed down.
00:27:39Their voices full of envy.
00:27:44Oh my god, I heard Alpha Cain's girl can't shift so he rented the biggest screen in the city just
00:27:49so she could clearly see the words,
00:27:50Be my mate?
00:27:52That's insanely romantic.
00:27:55He treats that girl so well.
00:27:57After the mate bond, he's going to be the perfect Alpha.
00:28:01I stood there, the subject of their admiration, and let out a quiet, self-mocking smile.
00:28:09A week ago, I would have reacted the same way.
00:28:13I would have believed in Cain's love without question.
00:28:17I was born into a declining pack.
00:28:20From the moment I came into this world, I couldn't shift.
00:28:25Among the werewolf kind, that made me a disgrace.
00:28:29A failure.
00:28:31Cain entered my life under those circumstances.
00:28:35He claimed it was love at first sight and pursued me relentlessly.
00:28:39But I had seen this kind of attention before.
00:28:43Cruel games disguised as affection.
00:28:46So I avoided him.
00:28:4899 times he confessed.
00:28:5199 times I turned him down.
00:28:55Until the night the Silver Hunters attacked.
00:28:58He threw himself over me without hesitation.
00:29:01Even when Silver pierced straight through his shoulder blade, he didn't move.
00:29:06He held his position, shielding me with his body.
00:29:10When he woke up in the hospital, his condition was so weak he could barely maintain human form.
00:29:16And yet, the first thing he did when he saw me was reach out and gently touch my face.
00:29:23My little wolf, as long as you're safe.
00:29:54That was the moment everything changed.
00:29:56For five years, he never wavered.
00:29:58He treated me with the same devotion, the same care, as if I were the only one who mattered.
00:30:07Even when the pack opposed us, he stood his ground and asked me to be his mate.
00:30:13And for that upcoming ceremony, I wanted to give him something real.
00:30:18Something more.
00:30:20I risked my life to undergo blood awakening, just so I could truly experience his wild side during the mate
00:30:26ritual.
00:30:27If it failed, I would have died.
00:30:30But I survived.
00:30:32Not only that, I gained something rare.
00:30:36Empathic sense.
00:30:38I decided to keep it a secret.
00:30:40I wanted to surprise him on the day of the ceremony.
00:30:44But on the very day I awakened, everything fell apart.
00:30:49Through that new ability, I sensed him.
00:30:52Cain.
00:30:53Talking to his beta pet.
00:30:55Their voices were intimate, careless, filled with open flirtation.
00:31:01That was when I learned the truth.
00:31:03He had already betrayed our bond.
00:31:06For an entire year.
00:31:08And I had known nothing.
00:31:10A sharp pain twisted through my chest, forcing me to crouch down and wrap my arms around myself.
00:31:17His words from earlier echoed in my mind, over and over again.
00:31:22Even with the mate ceremony approaching, he had no intention of ending that relationship.
00:31:28Did he really think I was so worthless that he could deceive me forever?
00:31:33The winter wind cut through me, cold and merciless.
00:31:37But my mind had never been clearer.
00:31:40I would show Cain the truth.
00:31:42Lies don't last forever.
00:31:45And I would never forgive betrayal.
00:31:48I took a slow breath, forcing down the ache in my chest.
00:31:52Just as I was about to head back, a pair of strong arms wrapped around me from behind.
00:31:59Cain's scent surrounded me at once, rich with cedar, and thick with possessiveness.
00:32:05It pressed in from all sides, leaving no space to breathe.
00:32:09Little wolf, why didn't you wait for me?
00:32:12Are you in a bad mood today?
00:32:14Then let me take you to see your mate dress.
00:32:17The custom piece just arrived.
00:32:20He pulled me into his arms, his hands sliding up to the back of my neck, gently stroking the spot
00:32:26where his marking remained.
00:32:31I don't feel like going.
00:32:32I would be gone on the day of the mate ceremony.
00:32:38There was no reason for me to wear a mate dress.
00:32:42Cain seemed to sense the distance in my tone.
00:32:45His voice softened, almost cautious.
00:32:56I looked at him, at the flicker of panic in his alpha eyes.
00:33:01I almost told him the truth.
00:33:04Yes, I don't want this anymore.
00:33:07You were the one who betrayed us first.
00:33:10You were the one who dragged our bond through the dirt.
00:33:13You were the one who destroyed any anticipation I had for that ceremony.
00:33:17And now you're asking me why?
00:33:20But I wasn't ready to expose everything, not yet.
00:33:25At the dress boutique, the moment we stepped inside, an attendant drew back a curtain to reveal the mate dress
00:33:32prepared in advance.
00:33:34Miss, the gown Alpha Cain had blessed by the moon goddess has arrived.
00:33:38Please let us know if you'd like any alterations.
00:33:42Miss, the dress was pure white, flowing and luminous.
00:33:46Moonstones were set into the bodice, casting a soft, sacred glow.
00:33:52Cain wrapped an arm around my waist.
00:33:54My little wolf, do you like it?
00:33:57I couldn't deny it.
00:33:59The design was exactly my taste.
00:34:02But no matter how beautiful it was, it couldn't mend what had already been broken.
00:34:08Look closer, Cain said softly.
00:34:11At the center of the moonstone.
00:34:13I followed his gaze.
00:34:15Engraved deep within the gem were the letters.
00:34:18A and K, forever.
00:34:21The moon goddess is our witness.
00:34:24My love for you will last forever too.
00:34:27I stared at the stone, at the tiny letters carved into its heart.
00:34:32Then I turned to him and met his eyes.
00:34:36Eyes filled with something that looked like love.
00:34:40Will your love for me really last forever?
00:34:45A flicker of unease crossed his face before he answered quickly.
00:34:49I, Cain, swear, swear that I will love Arya forever.
00:34:54For my entire life.
00:34:57If I break this oath, may the moon goddess strip me of my wolf spirit.
00:35:02Such a solemn vow.
00:35:04And yet, it couldn't warm a heart that had already gone cold.
00:35:10He had already broken it.
00:35:11And still, he kept acting.
00:35:15Didn't he get tired?
00:35:17I turned my face away, unwilling to look at him any longer.
00:35:22Cain seemed about to say something else.
00:35:24But his phone suddenly rang.
00:35:26His expression shifted, just slightly, before he stepped aside to answer.
00:35:31When he returned, there was a trace of apology on his face.
00:35:36Little wolf, something urgent just came up.
00:35:39Go ahead and try the dress.
00:35:41If anything needs adjusting, just tell the staff.
00:35:44He left in a hurry, not even waiting for a response.
00:35:49I watched his retreating figure, a bitter thought settling in.
00:35:54Cain had never walked away from me for pack business.
00:35:57And just before he left, I had caught it.
00:36:01That flicker in his eyes.
00:36:03Raw, instinctive desire.
00:36:07Work?
00:36:08Hardly.
00:36:10He was going to see her.
00:36:12When I returned to the pack house, I immediately felt it.
00:36:16The slight dip in the mattress.
00:36:19The air carried a cloying mix of vanilla, and lingering scent, thick with unmistakable desire.
00:36:25The thought hit me all at once.
00:36:29Cain and that beta had been here, on this bed.
00:36:33Entwined.
00:36:34My stomach twisted violently.
00:36:36I rushed into the bathroom and threw up, unable to stop.
00:36:41Cain had just come back.
00:36:42The moment he saw me like that, panic flashed across his face.
00:36:47Little wolf, did you eat something bad?
00:36:50I'll call a healer right now.
00:36:54I grabbed his wrist, my eyes still red.
00:36:57I'm fine.
00:36:58I just thought of something disgusting.
00:37:02Cain dropped to his knees beside me, gently patting my back, his expression full of distress.
00:37:09Don't think about things like that.
00:37:11Seeing you like this, it hurts me too.
00:37:15I looked down at him, at the open collar of his shirt, and the marks on his skin.
00:37:22Bite marks, fresh, obvious.
00:37:25Another wave of nausea rose in my throat.
00:37:28How strong did Cain have to be to carry another woman's marks on his body,
00:37:33and still look at me like I was the only one he cared about?
00:37:37His voice grew sharper, more agitated.
00:37:42Who did this to you?
00:37:43Who made Maid?
00:37:45My little wolf like this?
00:37:48Tell me.
00:37:49I'll tear them apart.
00:37:51A bitter smile tugged at my lips.
00:37:55Cain, you're the one who did this to me.
00:37:59Sometime deep into the night, I woke to the sound of a low, restrained growl.
00:38:05Half asleep, I reached out, instinctively searching for the alpha beside me.
00:38:10But the bed was empty.
00:38:12I sat up and went downstairs.
00:38:14As I reached the second floor, I heard it.
00:38:18A woman's breathless voice.
00:38:21Soft, broken.
00:38:23I froze for a second, forcing down the sharp ache rising in my chest,
00:38:28then walked toward the guest room.
00:38:30The door was wide open.
00:38:32Moonlight spilled across the room, illuminating two bodies tangled together.
00:38:38Inside, Cain was bare from the waist up.
00:38:42The beta wore a strapless mermaid gown.
00:38:44The long skirt pushed up to her waist.
00:38:47Her pale legs were wrapped tightly around him.
00:38:50Her cheeks were flushed as she clung to his neck, her voice unsteady.
00:38:55Alpha, the dress I just got today, you already torn it.
00:39:01Cain let out a low chuckle, leaning in close to her ear, his voice rough.
00:39:06You wore it for me, didn't you?
00:39:11I even had the designer make one just for you.
00:39:15So tonight, shouldn't you be satisfying me?
00:39:18She clung to him, her voice breaking, hoarse.
00:39:23Alpha, I can't, I can't take ache anymore.
00:39:29Then, breathless, she tilted her head back.
00:39:33What if Aria sees us?
00:39:35Cain stilled, his expression turning cold as he cut her off.
00:39:39She's useless.
00:39:41She doesn't understand anything.
00:39:43Don't you dare tell her about us.
00:39:45The beta traced circles against his chest, her tone soft, almost hurt.
00:39:51I know, I just...
00:39:53She's about to become your mate, and I'll always have to stay hidden.
00:39:59It makes me sad.
00:40:02Cain's expression softened slightly.
00:40:05You jealous little thing.
00:40:07I already brought you into this house.
00:40:09Isn't that enough?
00:40:11Don't worry.
00:40:12Even after the mate bond, I won't leave you.
00:40:15Whatever Aria has, you'll have too.
00:40:19Moonlight lit up my face, where I stood outside the door.
00:40:23I covered my mouth, but the tears were already falling, blurring everything.
00:40:29Every sound from inside the room pierced into me like silver blades, carving wound after wound into my chest.
00:40:37I turned and ran, barefoot, straight out into the rain.
00:40:43Cold water soaked through me, but I didn't stop.
00:40:46I just needed to get away, as far away as possible.
00:40:51Through the haze, I thought I saw him.
00:40:53A younger Cain.
00:40:55The one I had once loved.
00:40:58His eyes were clear, sincere, filled with something real.
00:41:04Little Wolf, leave him.
00:41:07Leave the man who doesn't love you anymore, and never forgive him.
00:41:12My vision burned, as I looked at that memory.
00:41:15At the Alpha, I had once given my heart to.
00:41:20Okay.
00:41:21I whispered.
00:41:22I will leave you, and I will never forgive you.
00:41:46Five years into our marriage, it all turned out to be lies.
00:41:50My Alpha Cain had an affair with his mistress Beta, the day before our mating ceremony.
00:41:56He assumed I, being a wolfless wretch, couldn't hear a thing.
00:42:00Unaware that I had awakened, and could clearly perceive every betrayal we uttered.
00:42:06Luna, we've prepared the substitute blood and staged the fake death scene exactly as you requested.
00:42:12In ten days, your death will be revealed at mate ceremony.
00:42:15The voice on the other end finally took the edge off the anger I'd been holding back for far too
00:42:21long.
00:42:22Good.
00:42:23My voice came out low, a restrained edge of something feral beneath it.
00:42:28Rest assured, no one will question it.
00:42:30We'll simulate a death by silver.
00:42:33No wolf survives that kind of damage.
00:42:36Only then, did I let out a slow breath.
00:42:39After confirming the remaining details, I hung up, and pushed open the door, to the private room.
00:42:46The noise inside died the instant I stepped in.
00:42:50Every wolf there could catch the faint pine scent clinging to me.
00:42:54The unmistakable mate mark left by Alpha Cain.
00:42:58Cain, seated at the center, rose immediately.
00:43:02His long fingers closed around my hand, his eyes filled with concern.
00:43:08His voice dropped, rough with Alpha authority.
00:43:11My little wolf, where did you go?
00:43:14I can smell fear on you.
00:43:17He started to pull me away, but I caught the possessiveness in his gaze,
00:43:21and forced down the bitterness rising in my chest.
00:43:24I shook my head.
00:43:26I'm fine.
00:43:28Let's just keep going.
00:43:29Still holding my hand, Cain led me back to my seat.
00:43:33The room gradually came back to life, until someone spoke up.
00:43:38Cain, you and your wild cat are about to seal your mate bond.
00:43:42So what are you planning to do with your little beta pet?
00:43:45My nails dug into my palm.
00:43:47Being the useless one who couldn't shift,
00:43:50I'd long since gotten used to names like that.
00:43:53But I could still clearly smell another woman's scent, lingering on Cain.
00:44:01Someone beside the speaker nudged him.
00:44:05Hey, watch it.
00:44:06Your Luna's right here.
00:44:07He just shrugged, completely unconcerned.
00:44:11What's the problem?
00:44:12It's not like the useless one understands the werewolf kind language anyway.
00:44:17I'm just curious how Cain plans to deal with his little bitch.
00:44:20All eyes turned to Cain.
00:44:23A flicker of disdain passed through his gaze.
00:44:26I'll keep her.
00:44:28He peeled a shrimp and placed it into my bowl before continuing casually.
00:44:33She's just a pet I keep around.
00:44:35My only mate is Aria.
00:44:38He smirked faintly.
00:44:39But if my wild bot Aria ever found out the truth, she'd run.
00:44:43So I've kept it well hidden.
00:44:47Even after the mate bond.
00:44:49I won't let her find out.
00:44:51His gaze swept across the room, a surge of alpha pressure thickening the air.
00:44:56Watch your mouths.
00:44:58If anyone slips up in front of her, I'll tear you apart.
00:45:02These were all dominant alphas from the same circle.
00:45:06And none of this shocked them.
00:45:08If anything, they sounded amused.
00:45:11Cain's got it bad.
00:45:13Can't even let his little toy get exposed.
00:45:15Well, she can't shift.
00:45:17Figures she'd be fragile.
00:45:19Someone's eyes lit up.
00:45:21Curiosity getting the better of him.
00:45:24Cain, if Aria can't sense anything,
00:45:28then you and that beta pet,
00:45:30have you ever, you know, at home?
00:45:33Cain chuckled, idly spinning the ring on his finger.
00:45:38Of course.
00:45:40It's been wild.
00:45:42The room erupted into crude laughter and wolfish howls.
00:45:46Cain really knows how to play.
00:45:50A useless one like that?
00:45:52Easy to fool.
00:45:54Bet the whole place is covered in your mess.
00:45:59Man, I'd love to see that wild cat's face when she finds out.
00:46:05Their laughter cut through the room.
00:46:07Sharp and vicious.
00:46:09No one noticed how tightly I was gripping my silver fork.
00:46:13My knuckles had gone white.
00:46:15No one knew.
00:46:17Three days ago, I had my awakening.
00:46:22And no one knew that I had already decided to leave.
00:46:26I would never complete a mate bond with Cain.
00:46:29On the day of the ceremony,
00:46:31the only thing waiting for him would be a blood-soaked corpse.
00:46:35A fake one.
00:46:37Cain glanced at my untouched shrimp and immediately turned back to me.
00:46:42My little wolf, why aren't you eating?
00:46:45I looked at him.
00:46:47At the man whose eyes were filled with nothing but carefully crafted concern
00:46:52and forced a faint smile.
00:46:54What were you all talking about that got you so excited?
00:46:58Cain smiled softly and pressed a gentle kiss to the back of my hand.
00:47:03They were just saying they envy, envy our bond.
00:47:06That will be the most devoted pair there is.
00:47:10Inside the private room, people exchanged knowing looks.
00:47:14I caught every single one of them.
00:47:16The mockery.
00:47:17The cruelty.
00:47:19It burned.
00:47:21My heart felt like it had been soaked in liquid silver.
00:47:25The pain sharp enough to cut through bone.
00:47:28They had been talking about him and that woman.
00:47:30Yet somehow twisted it into admiration for what we had.
00:47:35Cain, I never realized you could lie so easily.
00:47:39I set my silver fork down and stood.
00:47:42I didn't want to hear another word of it.
00:47:45The moment I moved to leave, Cain was on his feet.
00:47:49A flicker of panic crossing his face.
00:47:52Little wolf, what's wrong?
00:47:54I shook my head.
00:47:56My voice came out soft, barely more than a breath.
00:48:00I'm tired.
00:48:03I want to go back to the pack house.
00:48:05I didn't wait for his response.
00:48:07I turned and walked out.
00:48:10Out on the street, I looked up and saw the massive LED screen across the road.
00:48:16A mating display was playing.
00:48:19Aria, be my mate.
00:48:21The words stretched across the center in bold, impossible-to-miss letters.
00:48:28People passing by slowed down.
00:48:30Their voices full of envy.
00:48:34Oh my god, I heard Alpha Cain's girl can't shift, so he rented the biggest screen in the city just
00:48:40so she could clearly see the words,
00:48:41Be my mate?
00:48:43That's insanely romantic.
00:48:46He treats that girl so well.
00:48:48After the mate bond, he's going to be the perfect Alpha.
00:48:52I stood there, the subject of their admiration, and let out a quiet, self-mocking smile.
00:49:00A week ago, I would have reacted the same way.
00:49:03I would have believed in Cain's love without question.
00:49:08I was born into a declining pack.
00:49:11From the moment I came into this world, I couldn't shift.
00:49:16Among the werewolf kind, that made me a disgrace.
00:49:20A failure.
00:49:22Cain entered my life under those circumstances.
00:49:26He claimed it was love at first sight and pursued me relentlessly.
00:49:30But I had seen this kind of attention before.
00:49:34Cruel games disguised as affection.
00:49:37So I avoided him.
00:49:3999 times he confessed.
00:49:4299 times I turned him down.
00:49:45Until the nightly Silver Hunters attacked.
00:49:49He threw himself over me without hesitation.
00:49:52Even when Silver pierced straight through his shoulder blade, he didn't move.
00:49:57He held his position, shielding me with his body.
00:50:01When he woke up in the hospital, his condition was so weak he could barely maintain human form.
00:50:07And yet, the first thing he did when he saw me was reach out and gently touch my face.
00:50:14My little wolf, as long as you're safe.
00:50:45That was the moment everything changed.
00:50:47For five years, he never wavered.
00:50:49He treated me with the same devotion, the same care, as if I were the only one who mattered.
00:50:57Even when the pack opposed us, he stood his ground and asked me to be his mate.
00:51:04And for that upcoming ceremony, I wanted to give him something real.
00:51:09Something more.
00:51:10I risked my life to undergo blood awakening, just so I could truly experience his wild side during the mate
00:51:17ritual.
00:51:18If it failed, I would have died.
00:51:21But I survived.
00:51:23Not only that, I gained something rare.
00:51:27Empathic sense.
00:51:28I decided to keep it a secret.
00:51:31I wanted to surprise him on the day of the ceremony.
00:51:35But on the very day I awakened, everything fell apart.
00:51:39Through that new ability, I sensed him.
00:51:43Pain.
00:51:44Talking to his beta pet.
00:51:46Their voices were intimate, careless, filled with open flirtation.
00:51:51That was when I learned the truth.
00:51:54He had already betrayed our bond.
00:51:56For an entire year.
00:51:58And I had known nothing.
00:52:01A sharp pain twisted through my chest, forcing me to crouch down and wrap my arms around myself.
00:52:07Well, his words from earlier echoed in my mind, over and over again.
00:52:13Even with the mate ceremony approaching, he had no intention of ending that relationship.
00:52:18Did he really think I was so worthless that he could deceive me forever?
00:52:23The winter wind cut through me, cold and merciless.
00:52:28But my mind had never been clearer.
00:52:31I would show Kane the truth.
00:52:33Lies don't last forever.
00:52:36And I would never forgive betrayal.
00:52:39I took a slow breath, forcing down the ache in my chest.
00:52:43Just as I was about to head back, a pair of strong arms wrapped around me from behind.
00:52:50Kane's scent surrounded me at once, rich with cedar, and thick with possessiveness.
00:52:55It pressed in from all sides, leaving no space to breathe.
00:53:00Little wolf, why didn't you wait for me?
00:53:02Are you in a bad mood today?
00:53:05Then let me take you to see your mate dress.
00:53:08The custom piece just arrived.
00:53:10He pulled me into his arms, his hands sliding up to the back of my neck, gently stroking the spot
00:53:17where his marking remained.
00:53:21I don't feel like going.
00:53:23Just pick it yourself.
00:53:25I would be gone on the day of the mate ceremony.
00:53:29There was no reason for me to wear a mate dress.
00:53:33Kane seemed to sense the distance in my tone.
00:53:36His voice softened, almost cautious.
00:53:39Little wolf, why does it feel like you're not excited about the mate bond at all?
00:53:44Do you not want to bond with me anymore?
00:53:48I looked at him, at the flicker of panic in his alpha eyes.
00:53:52I almost told him the truth.
00:53:55Yes, I don't want this anymore.
00:53:58You were the one who betrayed us first.
00:54:00You were the one who dragged our bond through the dirt.
00:54:03You were the one who destroyed any anticipation I had for that ceremony.
00:54:08And now you're asking me why?
00:54:11But I wasn't ready to expose everything, not yet.
00:54:16At the dress boutique, the moment we stepped inside, an attendant drew back a curtain to reveal the mate dress
00:54:23prepared in advance.
00:54:24Miss, the gown alpha Kane had blessed by the moon goddess has arrived.
00:54:29Please let us know if you'd like any alterations.
00:54:33The dress was pure white, flowing and luminous.
00:54:37Moonstones were set into the bodice, casting a soft, sacred glow.
00:54:42Kane wrapped an arm around my waist.
00:54:45My little wolf, do you like it?
00:54:48I couldn't deny it.
00:54:50The design was exactly my taste.
00:54:53But no matter how beautiful it was, it couldn't mend what had already been broken.
00:54:59Look closer, Kane said softly.
00:55:01At the center of the moonstone.
00:55:03I followed his gaze.
00:55:06Engraved deep within the gem were the letters.
00:55:09A and K, forever.
00:55:12The moon goddess is our witness.
00:55:15My love for you will last forever too.
00:55:18I stared at the stone, at the tiny letters carved into its heart.
00:55:23Then I turned to him and met his eyes.
00:55:26Eyes filled with something that looked like love.
00:55:31Will your love for me really last forever?
00:55:35A flicker of unease crossed his face before he answered quickly.
00:55:40I Kane, swear, swear that I will love Arya forever.
00:55:44For my entire life.
00:55:47If I break this oath, may the moon goddess strip me of my wolf spirit.
00:55:53Such a solemn vow.
00:55:55And yet, it couldn't warm a heart that had already gone cold.
00:56:00He had already broken it.
00:56:02And still, he kept acting.
00:56:05Didn't he get tired?
00:56:08I turned my face away, unwilling to look at him any longer.
00:56:13Kane seemed about to say something else, but his phone suddenly rang.
00:56:17His expression shifted, just slightly, before he stepped aside to answer.
00:56:21When he returned, there was a trace of apology on his face.
00:56:27Little wolf, something urgent just came up.
00:56:30Go ahead and try the dress.
00:56:31If anything needs adjusting, just tell the staff.
00:56:34He left in a hurry, not even waiting for a response.
00:56:39I watched his retreating figure, a bitter thought settling in.
00:56:45Kane had never walked away from me for pack business.
00:56:48And just before he left, I had caught it.
00:56:52That flicker in his eyes.
00:56:54Raw, instinctive desire.
00:56:58Work?
00:56:59Hardly.
00:57:00He was going to see her.
00:57:03When I returned to the pack house, I immediately felt it.
00:57:07The slight dip in the mattress.
00:57:10The air carried a cloying mix of vanilla, and lingering scent, thick with unmistakable desire.
00:57:17The thought hit me all at once.
00:57:19Kane and that beta had been here, on this bed.
00:57:23Entwined.
00:57:24My stomach twisted violently.
00:57:27I rushed into the bathroom and threw up, unable to stop.
00:57:31Kane had just come back.
00:57:33The moment he saw me like that, panic flashed across his face.
00:57:38Little wolf, did you eat something bad?
00:57:40I'll call a healer right now.
00:57:44I grabbed his wrist, my eyes still red.
00:57:48I'm fine.
00:57:49I just thought of something disgusting.
00:57:53Kane dropped to his knees beside me, gently patting my back, his expression full of distress.
00:57:59Don't think about things like that.
00:58:02Seeing you like this, it hurts me too.
00:58:06I looked down at him.
00:58:08At the open collar of his shirt.
00:58:10And the marks on his skin.
00:58:12Bite marks, fresh, obvious.
00:58:16Another wave of nausea rose in my throat.
00:58:19How strong did Kane have to be to carry another woman's marks on his body, and still look at me
00:58:25like I was the only one he cared about?
00:58:28His voice grew sharper, more agitated.
00:58:32Who did this to you?
00:58:34Who made Maid?
00:58:36My little wolf like this.
00:58:38Tell me.
00:58:40I'll tear them apart.
00:58:41A bitter smile tugged at my lips.
00:58:46Kane.
00:58:47You're the one who did this to me.
00:58:50Sometime deep into the night, I woke to the sound of a low, restrained growl.
00:58:55Half asleep, I reached out, instinctively searching for the alpha beside me.
00:59:01But the bed was empty.
00:59:02I sat up and went downstairs.
00:59:05As I reached the second floor, I heard it.
00:59:08A woman's breathless voice.
00:59:12Soft, broken.
00:59:14I froze for a second, forcing down the sharp ache rising in my chest, then walked toward the guest room.
00:59:20The door was wide open.
00:59:23Moonlight spilled across the room, illuminating two bodies tangled together.
00:59:29Inside, Kane was bare from the waist up.
00:59:32The beta wore a strapless mermaid gown.
00:59:35The long skirt pushed up to her waist.
00:59:38Her pale legs were wrapped tightly around him.
00:59:41Her cheeks were flushed as she clung to his neck, her voice unsteady.
00:59:46Alpha, the dress I just got today.
00:59:50You already torn it.
00:59:52Kane let out a low chuckle, leaning in close to her ear, his voice rough.
00:59:57You wore it for me, didn't you?
01:00:01I even had the designer make one just for you.
01:00:05So tonight, shouldn't you be satisfying me?
01:00:10She clung to him, her voice breaking, hoarse.
01:00:14Alpha, I can't, I can't take ache anymore.
01:00:19Then, breathless, she tilted her head back.
01:00:23What if Aria sees us?
01:00:26Kane stilled, his expression turning cold as he cut her off.
01:00:30She's useless.
01:00:32She doesn't understand anything.
01:00:34Don't you dare tell her about us.
01:00:36The beta trace circles against his chest, her tone soft, almost hurt.
01:00:41I know, I just, she's about to become your mate, and I'll always have to stay hidden.
01:00:50It makes me sad.
01:00:53Kane's expression softened slightly.
01:00:56You jealous little thing.
01:00:58I already brought you into this house.
01:01:00Isn't that enough?
01:01:01Don't worry.
01:01:03Even after the mate bond, I won't leave you.
01:01:06Whatever area has, you'll have too.
01:01:10Moonlight, lit up my face, where I stood outside the door.
01:01:14I covered my mouth, but the tears were already falling, blurring everything.
01:01:20Every sound from inside the room pierced into me like silver blades, carving wound after wound
01:01:26into my chest.
01:01:28I turned and ran.
01:01:30Barefoot.
01:01:31Straight out into the rain.
01:01:33Cold water soaked through me, but I didn't stop.
01:01:37I just needed to get away, as far away as possible.
01:01:41Through the haze, I thought I saw him.
01:01:44A younger Kane.
01:01:46The one I had once loved.
01:01:49His eyes were clear, sincere, filled with something real.
01:01:55Little wolf, leave him.
01:01:58Leave the man who doesn't love you anymore.
01:02:00And never forgive him.
01:02:02My vision burned, as I looked at that memory.
01:02:06At the alpha, I had once given my heart to.
01:02:10Okay.
01:02:11I whispered.
01:02:13I will leave you.
01:02:16And I will never forgive you.
01:02:37Five years into our marriage, it all turned out to be lies.
01:02:41My Alpha Cain had an affair with his mistress Beta the day before our mating ceremony.
01:02:46He assumed I, being a wolfless wretch, couldn't hear a thing, unaware that I had awakened, and could clearly perceive
01:02:54every betrayal we uttered.
01:02:57Luna, we've prepared the substitute blood and staged the fake death scene exactly as you requested.
01:03:03In ten days, your death will be revealed at mate ceremony.
01:03:06The voice on the other end finally took the edge off the anger I'd been holding back for far too
01:03:12long.
01:03:13Good.
01:03:13My voice came out low, a restrained edge of something feral beneath it.
01:03:18Rest assured, no one will question it. We'll simulate a death by silver.
01:03:24No wolf survives that kind of damage.
01:03:27Only then, did I let out a slow breath.
01:03:30After confirming the remaining details, I hung up, and pushed open the door, to the private room.
01:03:37The noise inside died the instant I stepped in.
01:03:40Every wolf there could catch the faint pine scent clinging to me.
01:03:45The unmistakable mate mark left by Alpha Cain.
01:03:49Cain, seated at the center, rose immediately.
01:03:53His long fingers closed around my hand, his eyes filled with concern.
01:03:58His voice dropped, rough with Alpha authority.
01:04:02My little wolf, where did you go?
01:04:05I can smell fear on you.
01:04:07He started to pull me away, but I caught the possessiveness in his gaze,
01:04:12and forced down the bitterness rising in my chest.
01:04:15I shook my head.
01:04:17I'm fine.
01:04:18Let's just keep going.
01:04:20Still holding my hand, Cain led me back to my seat.
01:04:24The room gradually came back to life, until someone spoke up.
01:04:28Cain, you and your wild cat are about to seal your mate bond.
01:04:32So what are you planning to do with your little beta pet?
01:04:36My nails dug into my palm.
01:04:38Being the useless one who couldn't shift, I'd long since gotten used to names like that.
01:04:44But I could still clearly smell another woman's scent, lingering on Cain.
01:04:52Someone beside the speaker nudged him.
01:04:55Hey, watch it.
01:04:57Your Luna's right here.
01:04:58He just shrugged, completely unconcerned.
01:05:01What's the problem?
01:05:03It's not like the useless one understands the werewolf kind language anyway.
01:05:07I'm just curious how Cain plans to deal with his little bitch.
01:05:11All eyes turned to Cain.
01:05:13A flicker of disdain passed through his gaze.
01:05:17I'll keep her.
01:05:19He peeled a shrimp and placed it into my bowl before continuing casually.
01:05:24She's just a pet I keep around.
01:05:26My only mate is Aria.
01:05:29He smirked faintly.
01:05:30But if my wild bot Aria ever found out the truth, she'd run.
01:05:34So I've kept it well hidden.
01:05:37Even after the mate bond, I won't let her find out.
01:05:42His gaze swept across the room, a surge of alpha pressure thickening the air.
01:05:47Watch your mouths.
01:05:49If anyone slips up in front of her, I'll tear you apart.
01:05:53These were all dominant alphas from the same circle, and none of this shocked them.
01:05:58If anything, they sounded amused.
01:06:02Cain's got it bad.
01:06:03Can't even let his little toy get exposed.
01:06:06Well, she can't shift.
01:06:08Figures she'd be fragile.
01:06:10Someone's eyes lit up.
01:06:12Curiosity getting the better of him.
01:06:15Cain, if Aria can't sense anything, then you and that beta pet, have you ever, you know, at home?
01:06:24Cain chuckled, idly spinning the ring on his finger.
01:06:28Of course.
01:06:30It's been wild.
01:06:33The room erupted into crude laughter and wolfish howls.
01:06:37Cain really knows how to play!
01:06:41A useless one like that?
01:06:43Easy to fool.
01:06:45Bet the whole place is covered in your mess.
01:06:50Man, I'd love to see that wildcat's face when she finds out.
01:06:56Their laughter cut through the room, sharp and vicious.
01:07:00No one noticed how tightly I was gripping my silver fork.
01:07:04My knuckles had gone white.
01:07:06No one knew.
01:07:07Three days ago, I had my awakening.
01:07:12And no one knew that I had already decided to leave.
01:07:16I would never complete a mate bond with Cain.
01:07:20On the day of the ceremony, the only thing waiting for him would be a blood-soaked corpse.
01:07:26A fake one.
01:07:28Cain glanced at my untouched shrimp and immediately turned back to me.
01:07:33My little wolf, why aren't you eating?
01:07:36I looked at him.
01:07:38At the man whose eyes were filled with nothing but carefully crafted concern, and forced a faint smile.
01:07:45What were you all talking about that got you so excited?
01:07:48Cain smiled softly, and pressed a gentle kiss to the back of my hand.
01:07:54They were just saying they envy, envy our bond.
01:07:57That will be the most devoted pair there is.
01:08:01Inside the private room, people exchanged knowing looks.
01:08:05I caught every single one of them.
01:08:07The mockery.
01:08:08The cruelty.
01:08:09It burned.
01:08:12My heart felt like it had been soaked in liquid silver, the pain sharp enough to cut through bone.
01:08:18They had been talking about him and that woman, yet somehow twisted it into admiration for what we had.
01:08:26Cain, I never realized you could lie so easily.
01:08:30I set my silver fork down and stood.
01:08:33I didn't want to hear another word of it.
01:08:36The moment I moved to leave, Cain was on his feet, a flicker of panic crossing his face.
01:08:42Little wolf, what's wrong?
01:08:45I shook my head.
01:08:47My voice came out soft, barely more than a breath.
01:08:51I'm tired.
01:08:53I want to go back to the pack house.
01:08:56I didn't wait for his response.
01:08:58I turned and walked out.
01:09:01Out on the street, I looked up and saw the massive LED screen across the road.
01:09:07A mating display was playing.
01:09:09Aria, be my mate.
01:09:12The words stretched across the center in bold impossible-to-miss letters.
01:09:18People passing by slowed down, their voices full of envy.
01:09:25Oh my god, I heard Alpha Cain's girl can't shift, so he rented the biggest screen in the city just
01:09:30so she could clearly see the words,
01:09:32Be my mate?
01:09:33That's insanely romantic.
01:09:36He treats that girl so well.
01:09:39After the mate bond, he's going to be the perfect Alpha.
01:09:43I stood there, the subject of their admiration, and let out a quiet, self-mocking smile.
01:09:50A week ago, I would have reacted the same way.
01:09:54I would have believed in Cain's love without question.
01:09:59I was born into a declining pack.
01:10:02From the moment I came into this world, I couldn't shift.
01:10:06Among the werewolf kind, that made me a disgrace.
01:10:11A failure.
01:10:13Cain entered my life under those circumstances.
01:10:16He claimed it was love at first sight and pursued me relentlessly.
01:10:21But I had seen this kind of attention before.
01:10:24Cruel games disguised as affection.
01:10:28So I avoided him.
01:10:3099 times he confessed.
01:10:3399 times I turned him down.
01:10:36Until the night the Silver Hunters attacked.
01:10:39He threw himself over me without hesitation.
01:10:43Even when Silver pierced straight through his shoulder blade, he didn't move.
01:10:47He held his position, shielding me with his body.
01:10:51When he woke up in the hospital, his condition was so weak he could barely maintain human form.
01:10:57And yet, the first thing he did when he saw me, was reach out and gently touch my face.
01:11:05My little wolf, as long as you're safe.
01:11:36That was the moment everything changed.
01:11:37For years, he never wavered.
01:11:39He treated me with the same devotion, the same care.
01:11:43As if I were the only one who mattered.
01:12:12As if I were the only one who mattered.
01:12:13Not only that, I gained something rare.
01:12:18Empathic sense.
01:12:19I decided to keep it a secret.
01:12:21I wanted to surprise him on the day of the ceremony.
01:12:25But on the very day I awakened, everything fell apart.
01:12:30Through that new ability, I sensed him.
01:12:33Kane.
01:12:34Talking to his beta pet.
01:12:36Their voices were intimate, careless, filled with open flirtation.
01:12:42That was when I learned the truth.
01:12:44He had already betrayed our bond.
01:12:47For an entire year.
01:12:49And I had known nothing.
01:12:52A sharp pain twisted through my chest, forcing me to crouch down and wrap my arms around myself.
01:12:59His words from earlier echoed in my mind, over and over again.
01:13:03Even with the mate ceremony approaching, he had no intention of ending that relationship.
01:13:09Did he really think I was so worthless that he could deceive me forever?
01:13:14The winter wind cut through me, cold and merciless.
01:13:18But my mind had never been clearer.
01:13:22I would show Kane the truth.
01:13:24Lies don't last forever.
01:13:27And I would never forgive betrayal.
01:13:29I took a slow breath, forcing down the ache in my chest.
01:13:34Just as I was about to head back, a pair of strong arms wrapped around me from behind.
01:13:41Kane's scent surrounded me at once, rich with cedar, and thick with possessiveness.
01:13:46It pressed in from all sides, leaving no space to breathe.
01:13:50Little wolf, why didn't you wait for me?
01:13:53Are you in a bad mood today?
01:13:56Then let me take you to see your mate dress.
01:13:59The custom piece just arrived.
01:14:01He pulled me into his arms, his hands sliding up to the back of my neck, gently stroking the spot
01:14:08where his marking remained.
01:14:12I don't feel like going.
01:14:14Just pick it yourself.
01:14:16I would be gone on the day of the mate ceremony.
01:14:20There was no reason for me to wear a mate dress.
01:14:23Kane seemed to sense the distance in my tone.
01:14:26His voice softened, almost cautious.
01:14:30Little wolf, why does it feel like you're not excited about the mate bond at all?
01:14:35Do you not want to bond with me anymore?
01:14:38I looked at him, at the flicker of panic in his alpha eyes.
01:14:43I almost told him the truth.
01:14:46Yes, I don't want this anymore.
01:14:49You were the one who betrayed us first.
01:14:51You were the one who dragged our bond through the dirt.
01:14:54You were the one who destroyed any anticipation I had for that ceremony.
01:14:58And now you're asking me why?
01:15:01But I wasn't ready to expose everything, not yet.
01:15:06At the dress boutique, the moment we stepped inside, an attendant drew back a curtain to reveal the mate dress
01:15:13prepared in advance.
01:15:15Miss, the gown Alpha Kane had blessed by the moon goddess has arrived.
01:15:20Please let us know if you'd like any alterations.
01:15:23The dress was pure white, flowing and luminous.
01:15:28Moon stones were set into the bodice, casting a soft, sacred glow.
01:15:33Kane wrapped an arm around my waist.
01:15:35My little wolf, do you like it?
01:15:39I couldn't deny it.
01:15:41The design was exactly my taste.
01:15:43But no matter how beautiful it was, it couldn't mend what had already been broken.
01:15:49Look closer.
01:15:51Kane said softly.
01:15:52At the center of the moon stone.
01:15:54I followed his gaze.
01:15:57Engraved deep within the gem were the letters.
01:16:00A and K, forever.
01:16:02The moon goddess is our witness.
01:16:06My love for you will last forever too.
01:16:09I stared at the stone, at the tiny letters carved into its heart.
01:16:14Then I turned to him, and met his eyes.
01:16:17Eyes filled with something that looked like love.
01:16:21Will your love for me really last forever?
01:16:26A flicker of unease crossed his face before he answered quickly.
01:16:31I Kane, swear, swear that I will love Arya forever.
01:16:35For my entire life.
01:16:38If I break this oath, may the moon goddess strip me of my wolf spirit.
01:16:43Such a solemn vow.
01:16:45And yet, it couldn't warm a heart, that had already gone cold.
01:16:51He had already broken it.
01:16:53And still, he kept acting.
01:16:56Didn't he get tired?
01:16:58I turned my face away.
01:17:01Unwilling to look at him any longer.
01:17:03Kane seemed about to say something else.
01:17:05But his phone suddenly rang.
01:17:07His expression shifted, just slightly, before he stepped aside to answer.
01:17:12When he returned, there was a trace of apology on his face.
01:17:18Little wolf, something urgent just came up.
01:17:20Go ahead and try the dress.
01:17:22If anything needs adjusting, just tell the staff.
01:17:25He left in a hurry, not even waiting for a response.
01:17:30I watched his retreating figure, a bitter thought settling in.
01:17:35Kane had never walked away from me for pack business.
01:17:38And just before he left, I had caught it.
01:17:42That flicker in his eyes.
01:17:45Raw, instinctive desire.
01:17:49Work?
01:17:50Hardly.
01:17:51He was going to see her.
01:17:53When I returned to the pack house, I immediately felt it.
01:17:58The slight dip in the mattress.
01:18:00The air carried a cloying mix of vanilla, and lingering scent, thick with unmistakable desire.
01:18:07The thought hit me all at once.
01:18:10Kane and that beta had been here, on this bed.
01:18:14Entwined.
01:18:15My stomach twisted violently.
01:18:18I rushed into the bathroom and threw up, unable to stop.
01:18:22Kane had just come back.
01:18:24The moment he saw me like that, panic flashed across his face.
01:18:28Little wolf, did you eat something bad?
01:18:31I'll call a healer right now.
01:18:35I grabbed his wrist, my eyes still red.
01:18:39I'm fine.
01:18:40I just thought of something disgusting.
01:18:44Kane dropped to his knees beside me, gently patting my back, his expression full of distress.
01:18:50Don't think about things like that.
01:18:53Seeing you like this, it hurts me too.
01:18:57I looked down at him.
01:18:58At the open collar of his shirt.
01:19:01And the marks on his skin.
01:19:03Bite marks, fresh, obvious.
01:19:06Another wave of nausea rose in my throat.
01:19:10How strong did Kane have to be to carry another woman's marks on his body, and still look at me
01:19:16like I was the only one he cared about?
01:19:19His voice grew sharper, more agitated.
01:19:23Who did this to you?
01:19:25Who made Maid?
01:19:27My little wolf like this.
01:19:29Tell me.
01:19:30I'll tear them apart.
01:19:32A bitter smile tugged at my lips.
01:19:36Kane.
01:19:37You're the one who did this to me.
01:19:40Sometime deep into the night, I woke to the sound of a low, restrained growl.
01:19:46Half asleep, I reached out, instinctively searching for the alpha beside me.
01:19:51But the bed was empty.
01:19:53I sat up and went downstairs.
01:19:56As I reached the second floor, I heard it.
01:19:59A woman's breathless voice.
01:20:02Soft, broken.
01:20:04I froze for a second, forcing down the sharp ache rising in my chest, then walked toward the guest room.
01:20:11The door was wide open.
01:20:14Moonlight spilled across the room, illuminating two bodies tangled together.
01:20:20Inside, Kane was bare from the waist up.
01:20:23The beta wore a strapless mermaid gown.
01:20:26The long skirt pushed up to her waist.
01:20:28Her pale legs were wrapped tightly around him.
01:20:32Her cheeks were flushed as she clung to his neck, her voice unsteady.
01:20:37Alpha, the dress I just got today.
01:20:41You already torn it.
01:20:43Kane let out a low chuckle, leaning in close to her ear, his voice rough.
01:20:47You...
01:20:50You...
01:20:50You wore it for me, didn't you?
01:20:52I even had the designer make one just for you.
01:20:56So tonight, shouldn't you be satisfying me?
01:21:00She clung to him, her voice breaking, hoarse.
01:21:04Alpha, I can't...
01:21:07I can't take ache anymore.
01:21:10Then, breathless, she tilted her head back.
01:21:14What if Aria sees us?
01:21:16Kane stilled, his expression turning cold as he cut her off.
01:21:21She's useless.
01:21:22She doesn't understand anything.
01:21:24Don't you dare tell her about us.
01:21:27The beta traced circles against his chest.
01:21:29Her tone soft, almost hurt.
01:21:32I know.
01:21:33I just...
01:21:35She's about to become your mate.
01:21:38And I'll always have to stay hidden.
01:21:41It makes me sad.
01:21:43Kane's expression softened slightly.
01:21:46You jealous little thing.
01:21:48I already brought you into this house.
01:21:51Isn't that enough?
01:21:52Don't worry.
01:21:54Even after the mate bond, I won't leave you.
01:21:57Whatever Aria has, you'll have too.
01:22:00Moonlight lit up my face, where I stood outside the door.
01:22:05I covered my mouth, but the tears were already falling, blurring everything.
01:22:10Every sound from inside the room pierced into me like silver blades, carving wound after wound into my chest.
01:22:19I turned and ran.
01:22:21Barefoot.
01:22:22Straight out into the rain.
01:22:24Cold water soaked through me, but I didn't stop.
01:22:28I just needed to get away.
01:22:30As far away as possible.
01:22:32Through the haze, I thought I saw him.
01:22:35A younger Kane.
01:22:37The one, I had once loved.
01:22:39His eyes were clear.
01:22:42Sincere.
01:22:43Filled with something real.
01:22:46Little Wolf.
01:22:47Leave him.
01:22:49Leave the man who doesn't love you anymore.
01:22:51And never forgive him.
01:22:53My vision burned, as I looked at that memory.
01:22:57At the Alpha, I had once given my heart to.
01:23:01Okay.
01:23:02I whispered.
01:23:03I will leave you.
01:23:06And I will never forgive you.
01:23:12I will never forgive you.
01:23:12I will never forgive you.
01:23:13I will never forgive you.
01:23:13I will never forgive you.
01:23:14I will never forgive you.
01:23:17I will never forgive you.
01:23:17I will never forgive you.
01:23:17I will never forgive you.
01:23:18I will never forgive you.
01:23:18I will never forgive you.
01:23:20I will never forgive you.
01:23:21I will never forgive you.
01:23:21I will never forgive you.
01:23:22You
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