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James quickly steadied me as he glared at Emil,
his voice full of challenge: “Sylvie is the mate I.
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James, have chosen. Why shouldn’t she wear
this dress?”
“Emil, you’re pressuring Sylvie for the pack’s resources and forcing her over a dress? Aren’t you worried about how this might tarnish your reputation as the future Alpha of Blood Moon
Pack?”
Emil responded dismissively, “Sylvie claiming she wants to be your mate is just nonsense to get my attention–it’s nothing serious.”
I merely smiled coolly, “Emil, I made it very
clear in the council hall, before Alpha Rex
and all the pack members, that the mate I’m choosing is James. You’re just refusing to
accept it.”
“I know you and Miss Julia are destined mates.
I, Sylvie, would never come between you two. I truly wish you and Miss Julia lifelong happiness.
under the witness of the Moon Goddess.”
James gently held me close, “Come; my mother has prepared many treasures from the pack
for you. Check them out and see what you like.
to make your ceremony stand out, so all the women in the pack will envy you.”
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As he spoke, Emil suddenly pulled at my hand. from behind, “Sylvie, don’t mate with him!”
“Sylvie, why did you choose him? Didn’t you always say you wanted to be my
my mate?”
“You said you only liked me and were only attracted to my presence, right?” Emil
practically roared.
James quickly pried Emil’s hand away, shielding me behind him, eyes cold: “Emil! She’s my chosen mate now, James’s–not someone you can casually lay a hand on or
covet!”
“And by the way, the pack elders have already set our ceremony date–it’s the same day as your and Julia’s. The whole werewolf domain will celebrate both couples then; it’ll be quite the spectacle, wouldn’t you say?”
With that, he no longer spared a glance at Emil, and took me away by the hand.
On the day of my bonding ceremony with Cousin James, Isabella, aunt had sent experienced Elders early in the morning to
oversee every aspect of the event.
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The splendid dress was made with the rarest moonlight threads, embroidered with the Silver
Moon Pack’s emblem.
A fine yet substantial headpiece symbolized the honor and responsibility of my future as an Alpha.
One of the Elders respectfully handed over a softly glowing token, said to be specially found for me by James.
“Ms Sylvie,” the Elder spoke softly, “James had this prepared just for you. He hopes you carry this Moon Goddess stone with you during the ceremony, so her brilliance may always protect. you, letting your wishes come true and granting peace for a lifetime.”
I couldn’t help but smile softly.
In my previous life, only after my passing did I understand Cousin James’s intentions. Thankfully, this time, I made it in time.
Amidst the thunderous cheers and blessings from the pack members, we began our procession towards the Moon Goddess altar. James looked radiant, so handsome it was hard to avert one’s gaze.
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“Sylvie!”
“Sylvie, don’t mate with that James guy!
Sylvie!”
It was Emil.
Cousin James swiftly positioned himself in front
of me, glaring at him: “Emil! Today’s the day
of my mating ceremony with Sylvie, and yours with Julia! Aren’t you going to prepare for your own ceremony rather than coming here to act
out?”
Around Emil was already a crowd, desperately trying to hold him back.
But Emil seemed like a wild, uncontrollable
beast, ignoring their restraints and trying to
reach me.
“Let me talk to her! Sylvie’s marrying you out
of spite! She’s not sincere! James, you know
better than anyone, the one she’s truly liked since childhood has never been you!”
James’s voice roared with anger: “It’s Emil’s day to mark his mate as well–you Warriors are just letting him act recklessly?”
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The Warriors tugged harder at Emil, pleading, “Please change into your bridal attire and go greet Miss Julia! If you delay the ceremony, the
Moon Goddess will be furious!”
Emil broke free from them, screaming hoarsely,
“Sylvie!”
I
I stepped out from behind James, calmly speaking, “Emil, today marks the sacred day of my bonding ceremony with Cousin James. We are about to receive the blessings of the Moon Goddess. Please don’t waste any more of our precious time.”
“Emil, I was young and mistook admiration for a brother as affection. But now, I’ve grown up; I clearly understand that the one I love is not you, but James.”
I signaled to the nearby Warriors, “Return those
items in that box to Emil.”
Looking him square in the eyes, I spoke firmly, “These are all the things Emil gave me in the past. Now, I’m returning them to you in their original state. From this moment forth, there is nothing left between us.”
Emil was dumbfounded, staring at me in
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Emil was dumbfounded, staring at me in
disbelief, “I’m the future Alpha of the Silver Moon Pack! Even if you don’t become my Luna, staying at my side would mean no one would dare slight you. Why go to such extremes?”
I cast a scornful glance at him, my voice unwavering, “Move out.”
James’s voice was loud and resolute: “Move
out! Towards the Moon Goddess altar!”
