Rejected Luna's Silent Vengeance

Xavier Ford, the Alpha of his pack, had fallen for a young she-wolf barely out of her teenage years.

He pressured Thea Gonzales, his once-Luna and mother of their pup Celine, into severing their mate bond. "Thea, she’s not interested in my status or power. She just wants to be recognized as my mate, and I owe her that."

Thea and Xavier had been together since their teenage years, standing side by side through the pack’s darkest days. She had been his rock when the pack was weak, their resources scarce, and their future uncertain. But now, as his pack thrived and his influence grew, he found himself drawn to the youthful energy of someone younger—someone who didn’t carry the weight of his past struggles.

He claimed that Thea’s presence reminded him of the hardships they had endured together, a part of his life he wanted to leave behind. In contrast, the young she-wolf admired him with wide-eyed innocence, sparking a sense of excitement and renewal that he couldn’t resist.

Eventually, he got what he wanted and severed their mate bond, but it wasn’t long before regret began to creep in.

***

The day Thea and Xavier finalized their separation at the pack’s council hall was the first time she met Addilyn Freeman.

Addilyn, barely in her twenties, radiated a youthful charm and vitality that was almost intoxicating. Her carefree demeanor reminded Thea of her own younger days, when the world had seemed full of endless possibilities. As they exited the council hall, Addilyn skipped into Xavier’s arms like an exuberant pup, affectionately linking her arm with his.

Xavier, slightly anxious, steadied her. “Be careful, Addilyn. You need to think of the pup,” he said, his voice low but firm, his hand instinctively brushing over her still-flat stomach. Addilyn responded with a playful pout, her eyes sparkling with mischief.

Unable to resist, Xavier pinched her cheek gently, savoring its softness. Addilyn acted as if she had just noticed Thea, withdrawing her hand with a shy smile. “Alpha, stop it. People are watching,” she said, though her tone was anything but chastising.

With the formalities of their separation complete, Xavier felt no need to hold back. He turned to Thea, his voice steady but devoid of warmth. “Addilyn is carrying my pup. We’ll be marking our mate bond soon.”

Thea’s eyes flicked to Addilyn’s stomach, her fingers tightening around the parchment that confirmed the end of her own bond with Xavier. She said nothing, her expression unreadable.

Addilyn, however, was eager to bridge the gap. She pulled a small, intricately wrapped box from her bag and offered it to Thea with a genuine smile. “This is the first box of spiced honey cake we’re giving out to celebrate our new beginning. I truly hope you find happiness, Luna.”

She clung to Xavier’s arm even tighter, her voice soft but earnest. “And thank you for shaping Alpha Xavier into the leader he is today. He’s thoughtful, strong, and kind. I’ll treasure him always.”

Then, with a hint of vulnerability, she added, “If you’re comfortable, could we exchange mind link connections? I’m new to this pregnancy and could really use your guidance.”

Xavier’s jaw tightened, clearly uncomfortable with the idea of the two women maintaining contact. But Thea, ever composed, nodded and accepted the connection, if only to unsettle him further.

As Thea walked away, Xavier’s mind link buzzed with a message from her. “Alpha, if you’re worried about Addilyn’s safety, don’t be. I have no interest in harming her. But remember—this is your choice, not mine.”

Xavier’s response was swift, his tone laced with unease. “Thea, if you’re angry, direct it at me. Addilyn is innocent. She’s carrying my pup. Don’t drag her into this.”

Thea didn’t reply. She simply walked away, her posture straight and her head held high, leaving the two of them standing in the shadow of the council hall.