Luna's Deadly Deception: How She Made Her Alpha Pay novel Chapter 19

Kieran scanned the pack reports - all condemning him.

"Devoted Alpha betrays mate for first love, leads to Luna's death!" "Pack's most loyal mate exposed as deceiver, now drowning in regret!" "Protect your hearts from treacherous Alphas!"

When Kieran and Thea first mated, many wolves had celebrated their bond. Those who witnessed their journey from mating to dissolution now mourned Thea deeply.

After news spread of her death in Norvaria, the packs turned against Kieran, condemning his false devotion. The scandal severely impacted the Blackwood Pack's standing.

"You're banned from pack business for five years," the Elder declared. "Our ancient laws demand loyalty in mating bonds. Pack harmony requires fidelity!"

Kieran's eyes dimmed. In five years, other wolves would surpass him, likely costing him his heir status permanently.

But without Thea, what worth was pack leadership?

That evening, Aurora learned of Kieran's punishment. She sat alone, mind racing. Her attempts to contact Axel had failed - his moon crystal went dark after visiting his pack's den.

Unknown to her, Axel had died the day of Thea's ceremony. Thea had sent evidence of his assassination attempts to the Vale Pack Elder, asking only for justice while maintaining her survival's secrecy.

"Attend for the pup's sake," she begged. "Or they'll always view your heir differently."

Kieran agreed reluctantly.

At the ceremony, Aurora had spread word of Kieran's attendance, drawing many pack members. Despite his punishment, the Blackwood bloodline held power.

When Aurora began discussing pack matters as if she were Luna, Kieran's face darkened. "Mind your place. You have no right to speak of pack affairs publicly."