Chapter15 The courtroom was frigid and unwelcoming , but I couldnt tear my eyes away .
The nurse sat on the witness stand , her posture rigid yet her voice steady as she recounted the events of that fateful day in the operating room .
I was told not to ask questions , she said , her expression flat but her tone charged .
But it was obvious the surgery wasnt following standard protocol .
The orders came directly from Alpha Thomas .
I sat silently , my hands knotted in my lap .
Across the room , Alpha Thomas shook his head , defiance etched into every line of his face .
His lawyer spun a web of excuses , weaving counterarguments designed to 1/12 Chapter15 + 5 Points poke holes in an airtight case .
But the evidence was overwhelming my mothers surgery was the centerpiece , but the stage was crowded with more damning revelations .
Embezzlement .
Bribery .
A tangled web of illegal dealings tied to the Blue Moon Pack had come to light .
And now , all we could do was wait for the verdict .
After court adjourned for the day , I returned home with Alpha Xavien .
The house felt different too quiet , the silence almost suffocating .
I busied myself with meaningless tasks , but my thoughts kept circling back to the baby I had lost and the fractured pieces of a life I was still trying to heal .
2/12 Chapter15 + 5 Points Of course , Alpha Xavien noticed .
He always noticed .
Youve been stuck in this house too long , he said one evening , settling beside me on the couch .
Im fine , I replied , though even I could hear the emptiness in my words .
He tilted his head , narrowing his eyes as he studied me .
No , youre not .
And thats okay .
You dont have to be fine all the time .
I let out a long sigh , leaning back against the cushions .
Okay , Xavien , what do you suggest ? A mischievous grin spread across his face , a spark flickering in his eyes .
Pack a bag .
Were leaving this weekend .
3/12 Chapter15 + 5 Points I raised an eyebrow , more out of disbelief than curiosity .
Oh ? And where exactly are we going ? Its a surprise , he said , standing and ⚫ extending a hand toward me .
You just have to trust me .
I hesitated , but the warmth in his gaze melted any resistance I had .
I placed my hand in his .
That weekend , I found myself seated beside him in a helicopter .
Youre seriously flying this thing ? I asked , half laughing , although a subtle nervous tremor betrayed me .
Alpha Xavien chuckled , his hands steady on the controls .
Relax .
Ive got this under 4/12 Chapter15 + 5 Points control .
The rotors roared to life , and within moments , we were leaving the earth behind , the city below shrinking to a glittering patchwork of lights .
I glanced out the window and , for the first time in weeks , felt a flicker of something I hadnt expected excitement .
Okay , seriously where are we headed ? I asked over the hum of the engine .
Youll see , Alpha Xavien replied , his gaze fixed on the horizon , the faintest hint of a smile tugging at his lips .
When the helicopter finally descended , it revealed a private island below us , its white sandy beaches embracing crystal clear water that reflected the cloudless blue sky .
5/12 Chapter15 + 5 Points As soon as we touched down , Alpha Xavien unbuckled and stepped out , opening my door with a flourish .
He extended his hand toward me .

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Welcome to paradise .
The view stole my breath .
Palm trees swayed lazily in the breeze , their fronds whispering secrets to the oceans gentle waves .
We walked along the beach , Alpha Xaviens arrangements immaculate .
Near the shore , a cabana waited for us , complete with a table for two and a picnic basket perched perfectly on top .
This is … I trailed off , turning to him in disbelief .
Its incredible .
Alpha Xavien shrugged , his grin widening , boyish yet sincere .
You deserve incredible .
6/12 Chapter15 + 5 Points And for the first time in what felt like an eternity , I laughed .
A real , unrestrained laugh that rushed out like Id been holding it captive .
Alpha Xavien was different .
He didnt just ⚫ hear he listened .
He didnt just watch- he saw .
Every word , every fleeting thought , every half smile , he somehow caught them all .
When we reached a secluded cove , he pulled a small bottle of champagne from his bag , uncorking it with practiced ease .
He raised his glass , his voice low but steady as he said , To new beginnings .
I lifted my glass to meet his , a soft smile curling my lips .
To new beginnings .
As the sun sank into the horizon , splashing the sky with hues of gold and rose , we 7/12 Chapter15 + 5 Points returned to the cabana for dinner .
The meal was simple fresh seafood , tropical fruit , and , to my surprise , dishes prepared with Alpha Xaviens amateur but heartfelt culinary touch .
Youre telling me you made this ? I asked skeptically , raising an eyebrow as I took another bite .
He smirked , not even trying to hide his pride .
Okay , I may have had help .
But I did wield a spatula at one point .
We ate as twilight painted the world in soft blues and purples .
Afterward , we sat on the sand , our shoulders brushing as we looked up at a sky freckled with stars .
I dont think Ive ever felt this calm , I admitted softly , my head resting on his shoulder .
8/12 Chapter15 + 5 Points Alpha Xavien stayed silent for a moment before threading his fingers through mine .
His voice came like a whisper carried by the tide .
You deserve calm .
And happiness .
And every good thing this world has to offer .
I tilted my head to look at him , my heart tightening in a way that left me breathless .
Thank you , I murmured .
For what ? he asked , his brows furrowing in genuine curiosity .
For being here , I said simply .
For everything .
The next morning , we flew back to Alpha Xaviens estate , the helicopter cutting fluidly through a sky just warming with the first rays of sunlight .
The sprawling fields surrounding the property glimmered like 9/12 Chapter15 + 5 Points waves of gold in the soft morning light .
Home sweet home , Alpha Xavien said with a grin , grabbing our bags as we disembarked .
I smiled too , following him toward the familiar front entrance .
But the moment we approached the doorway , that warm .
tranquility shifted .
Something was … off .
Alpha Xavien noticed it too .
He paused mid step , his posture subtly tensing .
Standing on the front steps , a ghost from the past materialized .
Alpha Gilbert .
My heart slammed into my ribs as his strained voice broke the silence .
Camille .
I froze , every shadow I thought Id outrun surging forward .
I clenched my fists , my 10/12 Chapter15 + 5 Points breath catching .
I just want to talk to her , Alpha Gilbert said quickly , raising his hands as if to surrender .
Please , thats it .
Alpha Xaviens tone turned sharp , lethal .
Youve got five seconds to get off this property before I call security .
Its okay , I said , my voice quiet but steady as I rested a hand on Alpha Xaviens arm .
He turned to me , his protective gaze searching mine .
Are you sure ? I nodded , swallowing hard .
Ill hear him out .
Alpha Xavien hesitated but finally stepped aside , though his displeasure hung thick in the air .
Alpha Gilbert took a cautious step forward , 11/12 Chapter15 + 5 Points an almost forced smile on his lips .
Camille , he started , his voice cracking with carefully rehearsed remorse .
I just came to say Im sorry .
For what I did to you .
For cheating on you with Audrey .
I … I never got the chance to apologize .
Not properly .
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