Chapter 91
Matthew’s POV
Blood dripped from my claws as I dispatched another rogue wolf. The
bastard had barely put up a fight, but I couldn’t afford to feel any
satisfaction.
Are there any more? I mindlinked to the security team, scanning the forest while standing protectively over James’s injured form.
All clear, Alpha. The remaining three fled south, came Ryan’s response.
I shifted back to human form and quickly pulled on the clothes stashed nearby. “James, how bad is it?” I asked, kneeling beside him as
he also shifted.
His face was pale, but what struck me was the strange mixture of pain and joy in his eyes. “Not as bad as it looks,” he winced, pressing a hand to the deep gash on his shoulder. “But Matthew, I need to get
back. Now.”
“You’re bleeding heavily. We need to-
“It’s Olivia,” he interrupted, his voice thick with emotion. “She’s in
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The vulnerability in Matthew’s eyes receded slightly, replaced by the
determined protectiveness I’d glimpsed earlier. “Where would you
go?” he asked, his tone softer but still carrying that unmistakable
Alpha authority.
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Chapter 95
I refused to rise to the bait. What do you want, Nathan?
A meeting, he replied simply. Between Alpha Collins and me. He can
bring his security team–I expect nothing less.
Why should he agree to meet you at all? I said immediately.
Because it benefits everyone, Nathan countered smoothly. The northern cliffs, where your territories meet the wilderness. Tomorrow at sunset. I’m not foolish enough to think I could defeat him in direct combat, Julia. My attacks might cause trouble, but they won’t give me victory, and they
certainly won’t help me.
It’s still a trap, I said bluntly.
Nathan’s amusement rippled through our connection. Such distrust. I simply want to discuss our situation like civilized Alphas. Even I recognize when a tactical retreat is necessary. Fighting Alpha Collins directly serves neither of us.
You’ve never been civilized, I retorted.
The northern cliffs, Nathan repeated, ignoring my comment. Sunset. Tell him he can bring whatever security makes him comfortable. I just want to talk. Or the next attack won’t be at your borders–it’ll be right in the heart of your precious new home.
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I stared at him, struck by the fierce protection in his eyes. After his
confession, it carried new weight–this wasn’t just an Alpha
protecting a guest in his territory. This was a man protecting
someone he cared about, someone he might even…
Something warm unfurled in my chest at the thought. When was the last time someone had stood up for me like this? Not out of pity or
obligation, but out of genuine respect and care?
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e,” I c
we can deal with this.”
y phone, scrolling to Nathan’s contact. My finger
the call button for a moment before I tapped it. Each
ed to stretch endlessly before going to voicemail. I tried
with the same result.
His phone’s off,” I said, tucking it back into my pocket. I looked up at Matthew, suddenly aware of how differently I saw him now. “There’s… another way I could try to reach him.”
“How?” Matthew asked, his brow furrowed with concern.
“Mindlink.” The word came out slightly tremulous. “If he’s not too far away, I might be able to reach him.”
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Matthew’s eyes widened slightly. “I thought you weren’t mated?”
“We’re not,” I said quickly, suddenly feeling the need to make that very clear to him. “But there’s still a connection. Even though he
rejected me.”
The memory of Nathan’s voice in my head made me shiver involuntarily. I remembered how he’d used our connection to torment me, whispering threats and mockery directly into my thoughts when
no one else could hear.
Matthew must have noticed my reaction because his expression
softened, the protective Alpha and the vulnerable man I’d just glimpsed merging into someone who made my heart beat a little
faster.
Without hesitation, he placed a reassuring hand on my shoulder. His touch was warm and steady, a gentle weight that somehow made me
feel more grounded.
“You don’t have to do this,” he said quietly, his eyes holding mine.
“I do,” I insisted, but the weight of his hand on my shoulder made me braver. “If there’s a chance it could help end this…”
“Then I’m right here,” Matthew said simply. “You’re not alone.”
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Chapter 94
Julia’s POV
Miss me, mate?
Nathan’s voice slithered through my mind like ice water down my spine. Even after all these days, the familiar sensation of his presence in my thoughts made my skin crawl. I felt Matthew’s steady hand on my shoulder, anchoring me to reality as I fought the instinct to break the connection immediately.
I see you’ve found yourself a new protector, Nathan continued, his mental tone dripping with condescension. How touching.
I swallowed hard, focusing on maintaining the link while keeping my thoughts guarded. “He’s here,” I whispered to Matthew, whose eyes were fixed on my face, concern etched in the lines around his mouth.
What do you want, Nathan? I projected the thought as firmly as I could, fighting to keep the tremor out of my mental voice.
Is that any way to greet me? After all this time? His amusement rippled through the connection. I’ve been looking for you, Julia. You’ve been quite difficult to track down.
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You found me, I responded coldly. Now answer the question.
A wave of irritation emanated from Nathan’s side of the link. Even at
this distance, I could feel his Alpha power pushing against my
consciousness, trying to intimidate me.
If you hadn’t blocked our mindlink, none of this would have happened.
His voice hardened. The attacks on your new friends could have been
avoided entirely.
Matthew’s grip on my shoulder tightened slightly. I glanced at him,
giving a subtle nod to indicate I was still okay.
You’re blaming me for your actions? I shot back. You attacked innocent people because you couldn’t find me?
Nathan’s laughter echoed in my mind, hollow and mirthless. Innocent? That Beta nearly died protecting his territory from outsiders. That’s hardly innocent–it’s what he’s supposed to do.
What do you want? I repeated, struggling to keep my growing anger from seeping into the connection.
I want what’s mine, Nathan replied simply. You’re the daughter of a
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