Chapter 14: Car accident
Chapter 14: Car accident
(Olivia’s POV)
Theodore covered his reddening cheek, staring at me with those amber eyes full of hurt confusion.
“Darling, what’s wrong?” His voice was soft, wounded. “We always say goodbye with a kiss.”
The gathered pack members watched in stunned silence. I could feel their shocked stares boring into me as I frantically wiped the spot on my forehead where his lips had touched, using a tissue.
“I’m sorry!” I hurriedly covered my forehead, “I suddenly have a headache and can’t control myself.”
This wasn’t entirely a lie. Ever since my wolf fell into slumber, I often experienced intermittent severe headaches. Theodore’s expression shifted to worry and concern.
“Are you okay on your own? Would you like to rest in my office for a while?”
“It’s fine, you know, it’s better now.” I refused in a flustered manner.
“Drive carefully,” he said softly, bending closer. “Let me know when you arrive safely. He glanced at his watch. “I still have some work to finish, but after that, we’ll pick up Leo together and head back to the ancestral hall.
Mother is so happy we’re moving back–she had Martha prepare all your favorite dishes.”
I noticed Caleb in my peripheral vision, standing by the roadside like a patient sentinel.
“Okay.” I managed, my voice barely audible.
I climbed into the Ferrari with shaking hands, my whole body trembling as I started the engine. Through the rearview mirror, I watched Theodore walk toward a nearby SUV where Caleb joined him.
Why would they need to travel together after dinner?
Instead of driving home, I found myself following the SUV at a distance, my hands gripping the steering wheel so tightly my knuckles went white. The traffic flowed toward Crimson Pack Territory, toward our old house.
My heart hammered against my ribs as we approached The Northwood Manor. I’m completely disappointed with this pack.
Clara stood at the entrance, her face bright with anticipation. The moment Theodore stepped out of the SUV she threw herself into his arms with enthusiastic joy, like a lover welcoming her mate home.
But it wasn’t Clara who made my blood freeze.
It was the woman standing behind her, smiling as she watched the reunion.
Evelyn
My best friend. The woman who’d wiped my tears just hours ago. The woman who’d called Clara a b**th and sworn to beat her every time she saw her.
They entered the manor together Theodore, Clara, Caleb, and Evelyn–laughing and chatting like old friends.
I sat in the Ferrari, staring through the windshield in complete shock. My mind couldn’t process what I was
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seeing. Images flashed through my consciousness: Evelyn defending me, Evelyn’s tears over Caleb’s supposed betrayal, Evelyn promising to keep my secrets.
Why would my best friend be here, calmly socializing with the woman who’d destroyed my family?
My eyes stung, though I had no tears left to cry. The betrayal cut deeper than any blade–deeper even than Theodore’s affair. Evelyn was supposed to be my anchor, my safe harbor in this storm,
I stumbled out of the car, my entire body stiff with shock. My legs gave out, and I crashed onto the asphalt, scraping my knees and palms raw. The physical pain barely registered through the emotional agony
Crawling to my feet, I approached the manor on unsteady legs. Through the large window, I could see them all gathered in the living room. Their voices reached my ears clearly.
“Honey, explain what’s been going on with Olivia these past two days,” Caleb said. “Theodore is worried sick.”
Evelyn’s laugh was sharp, bitter. “Why does Theodore need to care about Olivia’s feelings when he’s been secretly with Clara for five years?”
My world tilted. She knew. She’d known all along.
“Olivia is Theodore’s legitimate Luna, Caleb explained patiently. “If she ignores him in public, people will think
he’s bullying her. They’ll call him a heartless Alpha. This scandal could affect the Crimson Pack’s image and Theodore’s reputation. With our current prestige, it’s only a matter of time before Theodore becomes Alpha
King of the Northern Territory.”
The words hit me like silver bullets. I wasn’t a Luna. I wasn’t even a wife. I was a political asset–a pretty ornament to polish Theodore’s Image while he indulged his true desires in the shadows.
The revelation that Theo had deceived me was painful, but Evelyn’s betrayal pierced my heart like silver needles dipped in poison. A violent spasm seized my stomach, doubling me over as agony radiated through
my core.
We were supposed to b
moments of our lives.
best friends, sharing each other’s joys and sorrows, witnessing the most sacred
I’d trusted her with my deepest fears, my most vulnerable truths. How long had she been laughing at
naivety?
my
The severe pain in my lower abdomen intensified until I couldn’t hear their voices anymore–only the roaring of blood in my ears. Cold sweat erupted across my forehead as my consciousness began to drift.
My body shook uncontrollably, but I couldn’t collapse here. Not where they might find ine broken and helpless
I forced myself upright and stumbled back to the car on legs that felt like water.
(Gods POV)
Just after Olivia’s swaying figure disappeared into the darkness, Clara’s sharp gaze followed her retreating. form, then revealed a satisfied smile.
She skillfully drew the kitchen curtains, walked lightly into the living room, carrying tea and exquisite pastries arranged on bone china:
Watching the conversation between Evelyn and Caleb made Olivia’s face turn pale, and she was filled with
face- she couldn’t keep her Alpha mate, and she couldn’t
the thrill of revenge. So what if she had a beautiful fa keep her friends either.
After Clara set down the pastries, she said she needed to go upstairs to change clothes for the evening’s
activities, while Caleb continued his discourse on Alpha privilege.
“Every powerful alpha has several she wolves by his side,” he said. “Theodore only has Clara, which is already quite restrained. Even if Olivia eventually discovers the truth, what can she do? She’s just an orphan, she
won’t be able to do anything-”
“Olivia cannot know” Theodore’s stern voice cut through Caleb’s words like a blade.
But Olivia had known all along. Even while he was still feeling smug about himself, she had already begun.
planning her escape. Evelyn couldn’t help but want to laugh.
She could hardly believe that just one Clara could break the bond between Theodore and Olivia,
Finally, Olivia had tasted the bitter pain of having her beloved taken away. Thinking of Olivia’s heartbroken expression just now, a dark smile of satisfaction crossed Evelyn’s lips.
“So, what’s been going on with Livvy lately?” Theodore looked at Evelyn.
“Just some discomfort from the aftereffects of losing her wolf, don’t worry.” Evelyn said with a smile.
She had no intention of revealing Olivia’s plan to Theodore. His love for Olivia was bordering on obsession- only when she completely disappeared could he return to his former self. Only then would Evelyn have a chance to reclaim what she had long desired.
With everything said, Caleb and Evelyn prepared to leave. As Evelyn reached out to close the door, she saw Clara coming down the stairs wearing only a sheer black nightgown, her full breasts and hips on clear
display.
Dirty b***h, seducing men with her n***** like a p********. Evelyn cursed inwardly. Once Olivia is gone, I’ll
deal with you properly.
Across the street from the courtyard, Olivia sat motionless in the driver’s seat of the Ferrari. Her face was as pale as fresh snow, witnessing the second–floor curtains suddenly open, Theodore’s arms wrapping around Clara’s waist, pulling her tightly toward himself, thrusting against her.
She tried to start the car, her hands shaking violently as she fumbled with the ignition. But then something
went terribly wrong.
Bright red blood began flowing from beneath her body, soaking through her dress in an ever–widening stain. Her eyes rolled back as the double assault of physical and emotional trauma overwhelmed her battered
system.
The Ferrari lurched forward suddenly, her consciousness escaping with it, but fortunately not at high speed. The car crashed into the manor’s decorative fence with a jarring screech of metal, the front bumper
crumpling and sparks flying.
The crowd instantly gathered, their voices filled with panic and confusion. Theodore, immersed in his s**** encounter, suddenly looked up and turned pale the moment he saw that distinctive red sports car
roughly pushed Clara aside, straightened his clothes, and ran out.
My little wolf! My lovel
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