Chapter 100
But I’d been gone for a month; the effects were fading; his insomnia had returned. My wolf felt a pang of guilt, a low whine echoing within me.
Jared’s anger flared even more.
“Isabella is doing this on purpose, waiting for us to beg her! She’s truly despicable!” His wolf snarled, its fury palpable.
He turned abruptly, striding toward the door.
“I have to bring her back. She can’t leave treatment halfway! I won’t let her be so willful!”
“Jared, come back!” Caleb suddenly yelled. He sat up abruptly, trying to stop Jared’s impulsive actions. His wolf sensed the danger, a low growl rumbling in his chest.
However, the sudden movement made him dizzy; he fell back.
“Caleb!” Emily exclaimed, rushing to help.
Her wolf was alert, sensing the shift in the pack dynamic.
Jared turned, rushing to his side, supporting him.
Emily, her eyes red, supported Caleb, sweetly advising,
“Jared, don’t be angry. Isabella is just upset; don’t go find her. I’ll make soup for Caleb.”
She didn’t mention the massage; her delicate fingers tightly gripping the hem of her clothes, knuckles turning white from the pressure.
After all, massages are exhausting. Her wolf was seething, resentment building.
Caleb looked at Emily with approval and relief.
His wolf, sensing the calming presence of Emily, felt a slight easing of its tension.
He sighed, his voice softer.
“Thank you, Emily.”
Jared’s face relaxed, pleased with Emily.
“Emily is sensible; so much better than that ungrateful brat!” His wolf agreed, the satisfaction evident in his scent.
That evening, Emily entered Caleb’s room with a thermos.
Her wolf was carefully masking its emotions, presenting a facade of gentleness.
She smiled gently, like a warm light in the night.
“Caleb, I made you soup. Drink it while it’s hot.”
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Caleb leaned against the headboard, pale and sleepless. But seeing Emily, his eyes softened. His wolf instinctively responded to her calming presence.
Emily, thank you, his voice was hoarse and tired.
She opened the thermos; steam wafting up.
She ladled a bowl of soup and held it out to Caleb, her eyes filled with concern.
“Caleb, try it; I made it especially for you.” She intentionally revealed the burn on her hand, a red, swollen mark standing out against her fair skin. Her wolf was subtly displaying its sacrifice.
As Caleb reached for the soup, he noticed her injury and quickly took her hand in his.
“How did this happen?”
Emily quickly pulled her hand back slightly but didn’t fully withdraw, allowing Caleb to hold it, making him heart
ache.
Her wolf was calculating, playing the victim.
Then, she feigned nonchalance.
“It’s nothing, Caleb. I burned myself making soup.”
Caleb’s eyes filled with concern as he gently held Emily’s hand, examining the burn closely. His wolf felt pity and concern, oblivious to the manipulation.
“How careless! Does it hurt?”
Emily shook her head, tears glistening in her eyes, but her lips curled into a brave smile.
Her wolf was savoring its victory.
“It’s okay, Caleb. I’m not as good as Isabella, but if I can help you, this little injury is nothing.”
Caleb looked at Emily, warmth flooding his heart. His wolf was completely charmed.
“Emily, thank you. You’re such a good sister.”
Emily secretly resented that he didn’t say she wouldn’t have to cook for him anymore.
There were so many servants at home, yet he insisted on having her make the
Were her hands meant for such rough work?!
Her wolf was simmering with suppressed anger.
soup herself.
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.

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