Jealousy Alpha's Regret novel Chapter 33

Jealousy Alpha’s Regret

Chapter 33

These past years had been a complete waste. He’d never accepted me, not even a little bit. Not as his wife, not as his mate, not even as a

person worthy of basic respect.

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I heard the front door open and close, followed by the sound of an engine starting outside. Through the window, I watched Sebastien’s car disappear down the driveway, the taillights growing smaller until they vanished into the darkness.

Maybe this is the end, I whispered to myself, one hand drifting unconsciously to my stomach where our child grew. “It’s time to let go. For me

and for the baby?”

Sleep eluded me for the rest of the night, but by morning, my mind was clear. I knew what I needed to do.

1 got up at eight, taking extra care with my appearance, I chose a simple but elegant outfit dressing for anyone else anymore, just for myself,

– a soft cream blouse and tailored pants. I wasn’t

When I entered the dining room, William was already seated at the table, his eyes crinkling with a warm smile as I approached.

“Good morning, Iris,‘ he greeted me, gesturing to the chair across from him. “Sleep well?”

“Good morning,” I replied, taking my seat and reaching for the cup of tea a staff member had just poured. I took a small sip, organizing my thoughts before meeting his gaze directly, “William, there’s something you probably already know about.”

His expression remained neutral, but his eyes – sharp and observant despite his age – studied me carefully.

‘Sebastien and I have started the Cooling Period,” I continued, my voice steadier than I expected. “It’s the first step toward divorce.”

William nodded slowly, confirming my suspicion that he was already aware Nothing stayed secret in a wolf pack for long, especially not from

the Alpha,

“Two wolves without a true marking can’t continue together,” I explained, though I knew he understood these things far better than I did. “A contract is just a piece of paper, in the end.”

“The Grey pack would still protect you, Iris,” William said, his voice gentle but firm. “You’re family, marked or not.”

I felt a rush of affection for the old wolf. Despite everything, William had always treated me with kindness and respect. In some ways, he’d been more of a father to me these past two years than my own had been in the years before his death.

I appreciate that more than you know,” I said, meaning every word. “But I can’t stay here anymore. I need to find my own path now.”

After breakfast, I returned to my room and pulled out a small suitcase. I only packed the clothes I’d bought myself, leaving behind all the expensive gifts William had given me over the years. I stared at the closet full of designer outfits and jewelry, remembering how I’d once thought dressing the part would somehow make Sebastien see me differently.

‘No outfit in the world can make someone love you if they don’t want to,

murmured, closing the closet door with a sense of finality.

I snapped the suitcase shut and took one last look around the room that had been mine but never really felt like home. There was both sadness and relief in leaving–like setting down a heavy burden I’d carried for too long.

When I reached the front entrance, William was waiting for me, leaning on his cane. His face showed the conflict he felt

– concern for me

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Chapter 33

warring with respect for my decision.

“You don’t have to be mates to be pack,” he said, his voice gruff with emo

I set my suitcase down and stepped forward to embrace him, breathing in everything, William. But I need to do this. I’ll be fine, I promise. I have so

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