Rennon watched me with those familiar eyes, the same eyes that had once looked at me with love. But now, they held a mixture of guilt and resolve, as if he was steeling himself for my reaction. I could see he was waiting for the outburst, the tears, the accusations. I almost laughed at how predictable he was.
But I had changed. I had seen the end of this path and was no longer the same naive woman who had begged and pleaded for his affection. Alpha Rennon didn't deserve it, and frankly, he didn't deserve me. He and Paige were perfect for each other—two deceitful souls bound by their lies. But now wasn't the time to reveal my hand. No, I had something more important to focus on. My original pack, the South River Pack, was my true inheritance, and I had to get it back.
The memory of my parents weighed heavily on me. They had entrusted me with their legacy, asking me to care for the South River Pack and protect my sister, Emery. A bitter pang of guilt twisted in my heart as I thought of Emery—my sweet, loyal sister who had stood by my side when everything fell apart. She had been my shield against Paige’s messy plans, and she had paid the ultimate price for it. Paige had laid the trap, but I had led my sister right into it. Emery had died because of me.
The ache in my chest was almost unbearable, but I forced it down, replacing it with cold determination. I would not let Paige destroy us again. This time, I would protect Emery, and I would reclaim my pack. The South River Pack was rightfully mine, and I would take it back from Rennon's clutches, even if it meant playing this twisted game.
I softened my expression, schooling my features into something gentler. If it was innocence and naivety they wanted, then I would give it to them. I would be the perfect Luna, the picture of grace and acceptance. But beneath that facade, I would be planning and strategizing every move. They wouldn’t see it coming.
Rennon finally broke the silence, his voice careful, almost hesitant. "Senna, I know this is difficult for you. I never wanted to hurt you, but you understand… Paige is my fated mate. I have to accept her. It’s the law of the Moon Goddess."