Luna's choosing a game!.
It was more of a death trap than a game. That was what my father once said when I was still little—who knew I would participate in one myself one day? All through the night, I kept thinking about what it would be like. My mother-in-law doesn't like me, and she would even do anything within her power to make sure I was not chosen. I thought mate bonding was supposed to be all that I had to do. I looked at my surroundings and sighed. I slept in Ethan's room but woke up in mine. Does he really not want me again, or is he just avoiding trouble? I threw the sheet in a corner and headed out to look for him. The moment I opened the door, I saw him standing right at the door and adjusting his wrist watch. I could smell that he had just showered. "Are you feeling unwell?" Ethan asked, seeing my pale skin and my drowsy eyes. He placed his hands on my forehead, avoiding the part that was a bit swollen. I involuntarily hugged him tightly. I didn't even realize that tears were leaving my eyes. His body was huge and warm enough for me. "You had a nightmare?" "Do you not want me anymore?. I dreamt that you were married to someone else." Ethan sighed. "You know that would never happen. If you divorce me, I'd be lonely for the rest of my life." "I don't want a divorce either. What if I wasn't chosen as your luna?" "I'm scared that it would grant your wish of dumping me." Ethan's words were cold. I pressed my face into his shirt. "I can't think about how my life will be ruined without you, Ethan, so please give me a chance to right my wrongs." I was crying really hard this time. The thought of all I went through without him kept flashing back to me. "Is your head still hurting?" I looked up with tearful eyes and nodded. "Just slightly." "Maybe we'd go for a CT scan later. Madam Lucy has made breakfast, so just go and watch up and join me in the dining room." I calmed my emotions, only to realize that I hadn't even watched my face yet. I rushed inside, covering my face with my palms. Ethan giggled with laughter at my awkwardness. "This isn't our first day of marriage, Charlie." For the first time, he shortened my name. Today will count as my best morning ever. I quickly freshened up and rushed downstairs. At the table were chicken and waffles, which I always loved. I was still super excited about my breakfast when Ethan placed a glass of warm milk in front of me. I took a bite of the waffle and some milk and looked up at Ethan. "Nothing tastes better than this." "I like that you eat so well," he smiled, removing the junk food beside my mouth with his finger. Now I don't know if that was a compliment or sarcasm. I noticed Madam Lucy smiling and tugging the cleaner to look at us. Ethan's phone suddenly buzzed. He stared at it and ignored whoever it was. However, it kept buzzing so much that I had to take a look myself. Prince Ethan, please don't be mad at my sister. I tried to talk her out of it, but she would rather die than appreciate the love you shower her with. I will try to persuade her to accept you more. [I truly apologize on her behalf for causing you trouble the other night.] The phone number was familiar, although it wasn't saved on Ethan's phone. I already knew who it was judging by the message she sent. "Does my sister send you messages like this often?" "I wouldn't know. There are lots of spam messages that I don't open." My brows frowned. I scrolled more to read the previous messages she had sent, and in all of them, it was Isabella making me look bad while she painted herself as the good little sister looking out for her elder sister's happiness. "It seems like a lot of people have your number." "I don't understand. You mean your sister? You gave her my number yourself, don't you remember now?" I was silent and bit my lips in regret. If anyone was to be blamed, I dug my death grave by myself. "It's just that she seems so concerned about our marriage." I look at him, letting a bit of my jealousy show. "She sends them, but that doesn't mean I will read them." I eyed the man in front of me. He seems to have figured it out a while ago. No wonder he would ask me not to allow third parties to sleep over at his house.He knew all this while playing the schemes that Isabella had been playing. "Ma'am, your sister said she's coming over today," Madame Lucy said as if she knew who we were talking about. "Isabella? Get the guest's room ready and pack her stuff up too. She can't visit my home every time. In the past, she had gathered enough courage to let me believe she meant well for me. Unlike me, Isabella had a normal Wolf; she would always brag with her mother about how great her mate would be, but when she found out he was just a member of the pack without any official position, she immediately rejected him. "What are you so worried about, Charlotte? You will soon get a wrinkle if you keep frowning like that." The floor bell rang, and Isabella showed up like I expected. She immediately smoked and moved some straps on her head when she saw Ethan. "Prince Ethan, I hope my sister isn't giving you so much trouble. She must have locked herself in a room again. I have warned Charlie to stop all of those weird attitudes that cause you a lot of trouble. "Weird attitudes like what Isabella. Aside from my bad temper, what other weird attitude do I have? You seem to be so familiar with it." "Sis! I am surprised to see you out of your room so early.She was indeed surprised. "You should learn to visit less, Isabella; this house is not our family house." "Are you trying to chase me away from your house because I'm not your mate now?" Isabella acted so pitiful. She gave me that look that I would have fallen for if I didn't die because of her. . Ethan looked at his wristwatch and patted my back. "You guys should talk. I will be right back. Less I forget, five candidates have been chosen for Luna's game. However, you should be worried, even a bit. I will protect what's mine. At any cost!" Ethan's words came out so smoothly, and I felt reassured by his promise. He kissed my lips gently before leaving for work. Isabella's eyes were red, burning in anger as she faked her beautiful smile. Our action almost caused her to explode. "Brother in law! I have just arrived, and you are leaving?." "Your brother-in-law has a lot of things to do; you cannot expect him to push things aside while he stays to play with you." "That's not what I mean..." Isabella was short on words. She gritted her teeth in anger. "Are you guys still getting a divorce? You shouldn't have to act anymore; since Luna's game is starting soon, maybe you could use an easier way. Just make sure you intentionally fail the tests and" "Isabella!" I quickly cut her out. "Why do you care so much about my divorce?. Ethan is the most prestigious and eligible man in the pack. His looks, charisma, and skills... You know every lady in the pack wants him as a mate. Are you also eyeing my husband, little sister?" Isabella's expression changed in an instant. "What are you talking about? From the start, you were the one who was bent on rejecting Ethan as your mate. If not that father had to force you into marriage, you would have been happier. I know you have suffered so much; that's why I couldn't bear you spending the rest of your life with the man you don't want to marry." If not for rebirth, I would have fallen for those words. "I have something—good news—that I came to tell you." Isabella's lips curled up with smiles. "I am listening." "You won't believe that I am among the candidates selected for Luna's game." "..." "What?!"I smirked at what Isabella just said. I know she has her own plans. Maybe it was through Luna's choosing game that she got what she wanted. I won't be surprised if I find out that she tricked all the participants to win.However, too bad for her, Ethan is already working against that game taking place. He insisted to his father that he wouldn't marry another woman and make her his luna just because she found a way to win a life-threatening game. "Good for you, Isabella. I guess you will be competing with your elder sister for her husband.""No Charlie. I will just make sure you don't win the game, and when I win, I will also make sure I don't get married to him. That way, you can easily get a divorce and live in peace."I nod my head at her beautiful suggestion. I was about to tell Madam Lucy to bring out all of our wedding pictures, enlarge the most beautiful ones, and hang them in the sitting room, but then I got a call from the hospital. I drove straight to the general hospital
When I left the hospital, it was already dark. Ethan had called me repeatedly and even offered to drive me home, but I assured him I was okay. My phone dinged again, and since I was relaxed in the car, I decided to check out what notifications I had been receiving since morning."Oh shit! No way did I forget about that?!" I screamed as I read out the notification: October 30th, Ethan Sheln's birthday !I bit my lips in regret; I couldn't even wish him a happy birthday. How would he then believe I had changed for the better? "Could you stop me over there?" I pointed to Terrace Jewelry and Co. once I sighted it. It is one of the best jewelry shops in the Crimson Stone Pack. They have gold, silver, diamonds—whatever gem you want, just name it; they've got it. When I got into the store, the sales personnel didn't bother to attend to me. The reason was obvious. This store is for the rich and influential members of the pack, but today I dressed so casually because I had to rush, so I w
The luxury shop was in the district. Many people had already gathered, both inside and outside.cameras were flicking. "Don't try to change the topic. Are you able to buy this wrist watch? If you are not able to say so now, I will pay for it.".Surprisingly, I was neither shocked nor bothered. The more people came, the more my smile grew. If I wanted to deal with these two, there were several methods I could use.However, standing here and allowing them to take advantage of me is not my character. Not when it's a low-ranking werewolf like Mrs. Veronica, who's not even qualified to be shown in public. "I have a lot of things going on at the moment, and today is exceptionally busy. You both can continue your shopping while I pretend that I never met you guys here.""Stop acting aloof, crazy runt. Do you think you are so special? Let's wait and see if you will manage to pass the first test of Luna's game. At the end of the day, you will be thrown out and rejected," Stephanie said, stan
I glanced behind me, staring in shock at Ethan's cold and straight figure now walking towards me. How did he know I was here? Why would he show up here? Or was it a coincidence?The people watching from the sidelines were also shocked. They all bent and hid their faces from his imposing figure.The moment Mrs. Veronica and Stephanie turned around and saw Prince Ethan,. Their faces froze in shock."My lovely wife was deserted by her family? How do I know if this? " Ethan. Asked in. Low tone. Although his question was inoffensive, the temperature in the shop dropped in an instant. One of the sales attendants, the particular one who was very rude to me earlier, stood out and bowed her head, almost touching her knees. "CEO Sheln, why would you be here at this time?"Ethan didn't spare her a glance. He walked to where I stood. The employees at the side unconsciously stepped back. I raised my hand and smiled. " I am fine. There's no need to stand up for me."Whoever called him to this p
The evening sky was heavy, and it started to drizzle. The street seemed very bleak at night, accentuated by the fall of the hazy drizzle, which made the streetlight seem a little dimmer. The autumn air was cold, yet standing by Ethan's side, I didn't feel any cold. I finally found the moment to ask the question that has been on my mind ever since."How did you know I was in there?"Ethan didn't reply; he gently opened the door for me to enter. "Get in the car."I got in the car. "What do you want to eat?" Ethan also got in the car and asked. I really felt bad at that moment. It was his birthday and not mine yet. I have stressed him enough, and he was still going to buy me food?"I will eat anything you want, but the bills are on me.""It's fine; spend your time on me; I will spend the money," his warm voice said as he adjusted and fixed my seat belt. I couldn't help it. I blushed at his response and looked away. "Meanwhile. The issue of your card being frozen, you didn't let me kn
"A middle-aged woman was found laying in the pool of her own blood this morning. Luckily, she was still alive and had just lost an arm. She's being rushed to the hospital for immediate medical attention. The new Alpha's crowning will be in the coming weeks; however, the custom is about a Luna being selected."I didn't care much about what they were saying about Luna's selection. I stared in disbelief at the woman I saw on the screen. Mrs. Veronica was almost the ghost of herself. As if the hand she grabbed me with yesterday was amputed. "Are you scared?" Ethan asked, messaging my hands with smiles. I understand that he was mad that the woman caused trouble with me yesterday, but he was looking too happy for someone whose pack member just got an attack."."No. It's just terrible and unfortunate for her. I hope she wakes up. I wonder who did this thing to her.""The pack elders will look into it, so don't worry a bit about that." Ethan's calm, sooting voice came again, but then the smi
I start to think about what I'll actually do that day. What if my wolf was still too weak to shift? Then I remembered that this year's was going to be different because of the date it fell on. "Wait. What about the children?" I suddenly asked when the meeting was as good as over. Matteo, who was already standing, sat back."Children don't have a wolf yet; hence, they are exempted. They can go ahead and sleep however they want or help clean up the environment.""I know that right, but that day is also Halloween. How are the children going to spend it alone?""It's just a holiday; they should go do their homework or something and play hide and seek later," Matteo said."I am sure the children will be fine. So you don't need to worry about them. They won't die if they miss the holiday for a year," Ethan added. "Of course they won't." I said. There was no need to talk to them. It was heartbreaking that they didn't take that into consideration. They could shift Ethan's coronation until t
Since about 40 percent of the pack was filled with children, there wouldn't be enough space for all the activities of Halloween, so I decided to cut it down to the ones we could pull off. Madam Lucy would help spread the news to others. She also volunteered to gather those who would cook alongside her. I just hope the news doesn't get to Ethan yet before I tell him. He's been so busy lately, and most times he would even say that he wouldn't make it home. So I understand. I was also so busy to miss him so much. We'd spend most times together, though, visiting the different packs that Matteo enlisted in. I know most pack members wouldn't let their children show up here because they probably don't trust me as their Luna yet. I would be happy if at least half showed up. After the whole week of preparation, we were finally ready for both Halloween and full moon night. But then I have to show up at the two events. First as the Luna of the pack, and second as the person who planned the wh