Chapter 24: Chapter 24

LUCIUS

I was engrossed in my thoughts while sitting on my bed. I couldn't help but reflect on the events of the last few days. All I could think about was what had overcome me to express everything that was in my mind. It was only when Freya forced me to admit my feelings for her that I realized I was in love. I was aware that I would have been upset with her if it had happened earlier. I knew that asking Samuel for assistance was the appropriate thing for her to do. When Freya first introduced us, I recognized her name.

I knew I would never have been able to tell her how I really felt if it weren't for Samuel's assistance. Then I knew what I wanted with Selene. I was aware that all I felt for her was sympathy, and that sympathy stemmed from the fact that her partner had turned her down. I had anticipated experiencing that. I was aware that she would experience heartbreak with her boyfriend, as I had her during that time. By then, she had fallen in love, and she confided in me once she had overcome her heartbreak.

That was the first time I had accepted her since I had assumed I would be rejected; this time, however, things turned out differently. After learning all of this, there was nothing I could have done to stop myself from telling my partner how much I loved them. I'm happy I seized the chance since it gave me hope that I could be with my partner. I'm prepared to call off my engagement to Selene since I understand that being with my mate would require me to do so. I'm prepared to go to any lengths to claim her as my own. gazing at my reflection in the mirror while wearing a broad smile. I knew that if I continued to dwell in the past, I would never get over it.

I made my way to my room to change into my clothing. I was staring at my biceps when I was taking my bath earlier. It has never occurred to me to exercise in order to stay in decent shape, but that has changed today. I was aware that improving myself as a person required training. I was aware that I would need to improve if I wanted to lead this pack as its alpha one day.

I understood that improving wouldn't turn me into a powerful werewolf breed, but rather would help me get better at everything. Even though I have no desire to vie for dominance, I nevertheless need to be able to defend myself. I sometimes ponder why I am Freya's partner, chosen by the moon goddess. I was aware that the moon goddess was always right when it came to how she gave birth to one of her species or how our companion came about.

I'm going to protect Freya because I understood that being with someone as strong as her would demand someone strong to do the same. I'm going to see to it that my partner is protected. I understood that I would need to defend myself if there were to be a war and that I would not need to rely on Freya. I am now the future Alpha of the Bright Wood Pack, not the Omega of the Blood Moon Pack.

While the warriors were practicing, I peered in on them and worked on being a better person. I would get up as early as possible and sprint to the self-training center of the pack. Before anyone could catch me or see me, I would slip out of the training facility, and then I would perform some push-ups. I needed to be prepared since I understood that anything could happen at any time. This is what I've been doing covertly. I knew that having to defend her would not be simple, but I'm not going to allow that to happen. Any force capable of taking her down will undoubtedly do the same to me. I would put in the necessary training to become at least as good as her.

Though I couldn't quite figure out why I was acting in this way, I knew it had to be something to do with my unidentified feelings for her. I was aware that the mate bond was the reason. All I want is to keep her safe and secure, so no harm comes to her. I'm going to fulfill my wish. I will not allow anything to happen to her in any way.

To be able to defend my mate, all I could think about was training hard and eventually being stronger than her. Even though I was aware that my request would not be granted, I refuse to give up until it does.

The bird that used to speak with Selene flew into the room and into its cage as I was buried in unknown thoughts. After feeling strange for a bit, I peered in that direction. I heaved deeply as I spotted the bird. I was aware that I would still need to do this task. I was aware that I would have to tell her that I was no longer in love with her. I realized that I had to tell her how I truly felt about her. Although I knew it would upset her, I also knew I would have to act in that way to prevent needless conflict between Freya and her.

I knew Freya would be upset if she found out I was still writing to Selene. I had always disregarded Freya's messages because I knew that if I continued to message her, I might lose her. I understood that in order for that to occur, I would need to put the past behind me and concentrate on the here and now.

I was aware that some people could believe that because Freya is an alpha and we would both be in power if we mated, I would desire to be her mate, but that is incorrect. Anytime, anyplace, and under any circumstances, I'm ready to be hers. I don't mind defying everyone else in order to be with her. My pal is the one I'm trying to please, not anybody else. I would do everything in my power to make my friend Tibbe proud of me.

I moved slowly in the direction of the bird. I felt uneasy, and my feet were difficult to carry. Even though I know she won't hurt me, I can't help but feel uneasy. I was aware that things would not proceed as I had hoped, and I anticipated that Selene would become extremely upset if I announced our engagement in writing. Every time I saw her, I knew I had to act that way. I understood that our single status was a blessing because things wouldn't be as simple if we were married. That pleased me, and I felt grateful that the moon goddess had made it possible. I knew that our wedding was only a few months away and that I would marry Selene in the upcoming months if I wasn't forcibly removed from my pack.

Being physically removed from my pack has occasionally felt like a blessing since it has made me realize that my only emotion for Selene is sympathy. I knew she would be sad and heartbroken if she found out that I was merely feeling sorry for her, but I also realized that it would be better now rather than later, when she would become furious. I knew that things would get heated and she would injure herself if she became angry at me for saying that I'm willing to accept Freya later.

With unsteady hands, I took a position before the bird. Even though I knew what was in the letter wouldn't be good, I also realized that I would have to deal with it.

I stared at the letter for a long time after opening it to read it because what I saw shook me to my core.

I was going to inform her, even though I knew she would find out later. The fact that she was aware of this without my informing her bothered me. That makes me feel horrible, and I couldn't help but think about what she might be going through. The news that I accepted my partner's invitation to travel surprised me, but it has come to pass already. I realized that my only option was to confront reality.

I read the letter and sighed deeply. I felt furious and heartbroken all at once. I was infuriated by the way she addressed my friend and devastated that she had learned about the wonderful news through hearsay.

I was aware that this was the reason she was depressed and saddened. I struggled to hold back the tears that threatened to spill out of my eyes. I was aware that I was to blame and that there was nothing I could do. I will tell her all that is going on here if I can go back in time and respond to every message she has sent me.

I was searching for the ideal time and day to respond to her messages, but it appears that she was aware of it beforehand.

I shrugged it off and sighed deeply. I replied to her with an apology and an explanation that my partner had not rejected me and that all I was feeling was pity rather than love.