Chapter 47: Those Who Covet His Luna Should Disappear
Chapter 47: Those Who Covet His Luna Should Disappear
(Olivia’s POV)
Theodore’s gentle gaze instantly turned murderous as he reached out to take the dark gray hair clip from Killian’s palm. “Why is my Luna’s hair clip in your hands?”
His voice carried a dangerous edge that made my blood run cold.
However, Killian avoided Theodore’s hand completely. He walked directly toward me and placed the clip in my palm
instead.
I stared at Killian in confusion. Why was he revealing himself to be so aggressive when we were supposed to pretend we
didn’t know each other?
This Killian felt completely different from the cautious professor I once knew. His boldness terrified me.
“I picked it up in the laboratory,” Killian stated calmly.
Theodore immediately grabbed his collar with both hands. “Why did you take my Luna to the lab?”
His amber eyes blazed with Alpha fury. The veins in his neck bulged as his rage intensified.
Theodore suddenly realized something and pointed at the ruby necklace around my neck. “Did you remove it using the
high–precision instruments in your laboratory?”
His voice dropped to a menacing whisper that sent chills down my spine.
Killian remained completely indifferent to Theodore’s anger. He didn’t answer the question at all.
Instead, he gently placed the hairpin in my palm. His fingers brushed against mine briefly.
When Theodore was about to throw another punch, Killian casually reminded him. “Many people are watching.”
His tone was almost bored, as if Theodore’s threats meant nothing to him.
Indeed, numerous reporters had gathered around us like vultures. Some held cameras broadcasting live footage.
Their confrontation was turning into entertainment about two Alphas fighting over a Luna. The crowd pressed closer,
eager for drama.
Beta Gideon Frost stepped forward quickly. “I was the one who found the hair clip.”
He handed me a thick document folder. “This is our innovative drug project proposal.”
“Despite yesterday’s unpleasantness between Alpha Theodore and our professor, the research institute still wishes to collaborate with Crimson Pack.”
Only then did Theodore release Killian’s collar. He regained his composure with visible effort.
Theodore pretended to casually straighten his wrinkled collar. In reality, the two Alphas had already exerted enough
pressure on each other.
They were trying to make the other unable to cope with their dominant energy.
Theodore declared coldly, “Any project involving Killian will not interest Crimson Pack.”
His voice carried absolute authority. “I can guarantee no pack in Stonehaven City will invest in his projects.”
Both Alphas struggled against each other’s overwhelming presence. The air crackled with tension between them.
Reporters‘ jeering finally made them separate reluctantly. Theodore patted Killian’s chest threateningly.
“Remember my warning,” he said with deadly calm.
I didn’t understand why Killian would offend Theodore to get close to me. Hadn’t Matthew told him that I was about to leave Theodore?
Killian showed no fear whatsoever. “The Crimson Pack will eventually beg to cooperate with our research institute.”
When we left the laboratory building, the large screen on the wall was broadcasting a press conference.
The host introduced Killian enthusiastically. “A genius scientist well–known in both the human world and the supernatural realm.”
“He began studying in Europe at the age of sixteen. After twelve arduous years, he achieved outstanding discoveries in mechanics, materials science, mechanical engineering, and biomimetics.”
“He now serves as a distinguished professor at Crestwood University and director of the Sanctuary Research Institute.”
I felt genuinely happy for him. I recalled how he had faced life–threatening situations multiple times in Europe.
His journey had been incredibly difficult and dangerous. Yet he had persevered and succeeded brilliantly.
Theodore saw my expression full of admiration for Killian. He turned me by the shoulder forcefully.
He looked at me with a deeply furrowed brow. “Promise me you won’t let Killian get close to you again.”
His grip on my shoulders was almost painful. I brushed his hand away and walked straight ahead.
Returning to the Redgrave Pack Tower, Evelyn intercepted us in the lobby. “Olivia, you didn’t answer my dozen phone calls!”
She looked frantic and desperate. Her usually perfect appearance was disheveled.
“Theodore stopped the collaboration between Crimson Pack and the Croft Consortium,” she accused him with blazing eyes.
However, I stated coldly, “It was my decision, not his.”
My voice cut through the air like ice. “The Croft Consortium wasn’t qualified.”
Evelyn was visibly shocked. “But you encouraged me before! You said hard work would improve the Consortium’s situation.”
“After trying several projects without success, even your efforts were useless,” I replied harshly.
“I no longer want to help those who disgust me continue to leech off me.”
When Evelyn desperately grabbed my hand, I felt only revulsion. “We’re best friends! You promised to help manage projects!”
I looked directly into her guilty eyes. “I no longer want to help.”
I forcefully removed her hand from my arm. The memory of her chatting and laughing with Clara made my heart ache.
Evelyn fell to the ground dramatically. She turned to Theodore for help desperately.
“We grew up together! You know me!”
Theodore ignored her completely. He followed me and praised my decision.
“Very wise, my love.”
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Evelyn shouted from behind, “You’ll regret treating me this way!”
I returned to my office, trying to focus on work. Soon Caleb knocked on my door.
“Luna Olivia, I couldn’t reach Theodore,” he said nervously.
Caleb looked genuinely panicked. “Because of my broken engagement with Evelyn, my father is furious.”
“I need to secure other projects from Theodore. Otherwise, my father will break my legs.”
He apologized profusely. “I’m sorry for Clara’s repeated offenses. Please help me mediate.”
Looking at his hypocritical apology, I tugged at the corner of my mouth. He had always exploited my kindness for his own gain, then turned around to mock me in front of Theodore. Now he was here with his fake apology.
I just wonder what his expression will be when he finds out that I’m the one who canceled his project?
We went to Theodore’s office together. Through the door, I heard Eleonora’s voice clearly.
“You can be with Clara and our pack can flourish thanks to Evelyn, who discovered Clara and introduced her to me.”
My blood turned to ice in my veins.
“Our pack owes Evelyn a great favor. You should not only collaborate with the Croft Consortium but give them major projects.”
“You’re right to treat your Luna well, but you can’t listen to everything she says.”
“Evelyn is such a good she–wolf, good to both you and her. As a best friend, instead of helping, she’s kicking her when she’s down.”
“I’m so disappointed in her.”
I couldn’t believe what I was hearing. I kicked open the glass door. It slammed against the wall stop with a deafening bang.
The sound startled all three people in the office. They turned toward me in shock.
I strode toward Evelyn with murderous intent. My hand connected with her face in a resounding slap.
“How dare you face me?”
