The weekend was a time for family and friends toe together and enjoy a break from their usual
routines.
I was getting ready to head out with my kids, their excitement practically radiating from their eyes.
But it wasn''t just because of me-it was because they were going to be with their dad, all of us together.
Memories of my own lonely childhood surfaced. I used to wonder what it would feel like to have parents like other kids did. I had often questioned the moon goddess, asking why she had denied me a family or why she had taken them away, leaving me to navigate life alone.
When Gamma Curtis took me in, I had been overjoyed, thinking I would finally have a normal childhood. But that hope was quickly shattered when he made it clear how he truly saw me. He and his wife, Leah, never treated me as one of their own or took me anywhere with them.
Instead of love and care, they gave me a life filled with fear.
"Mommy, are you ready?"
Luna''s voice pulled me from my thoughts. I turned to the mirror and saw her standing in the doorway, twirling to show off her ck skirt and white top.
I smiled as I watched her spin with excitement. A momentter, Leo joined her, dressed entirely in
ck.
I turned to look at him closely.
He was the spitting image of his father. I had once seen pictures of Kane as a
child at the pack house, and Leo looked exactly like him at that age.
A perfect replica. I just hoped he wouldn''t inherit his father''s cold heart.
"Mommy, you look so pretty," Luna said, running up to me.
She wrapped her little arms around my legs and tilted her head back to look at me with wide eyes.
Both of my children were small in size but so full of personality. The way they spoke and carried themselves made them seem far beyond their years.
"Thank you, baby. Mommy''s ready. Let''s go."
Still holding Luna''s tiny hand, I reached for Leo''s. He sped mine firmly and guided me out of the
room.
As we descended the stairs, I noticed my parents deep in conversation. Their voices quieted the moment they saw us.
"Have fun," my mother said warmly.
"Yes, Grandma," Luna chirped, shing two tiny fingers in a peace sign.
My father chuckled at her adorable gesture. When I met his gaze, he simply nodded in
acknowledgment.
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Stepping outside, my eyesnded on a sleek white car parked at the curb.
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It was the one Kane had bought specifically for the kids. Anytime they traveled, whether to school or to visit me, this was the car that picked them up.
"Mommy, Dad sent our car for us," Leo said matter-of-factly.
I quickly averted my gaze from the vehicle. Their father was incredibly wealthy. I, on the other hand, couldn''t even afford my own car to take them ces.
Suppressing a sigh, I walked toward the car as the driver stepped out, opening the back door for us. Once inside, I gave him the address of the restaurant where
I had reserved a table. Without a word, he started driving in that direction.
As the car moved, I noticed the driver typing something on his phone with one hand while steering with the other.
After sending the message, he finally put the phone down and ced both hands back on the wheel.
Curious, I nced at the screen before he locked it. He had sent our location to Kane, his contact saved as ''Alpha.''
Rolling my eyes, I leaned back against the seat. I had almost forgotten Kane would be joining us. Now I was left wondering how to avoid him once we got there.
Just as I was lost in thought, my phone rang.
Reaching into my bag, I pulled it out and saw Grayson''s name shing on the screen. A small smile tugged at my lips as I answered.
"Grayson."
"Where are you?"
"I''m on my way to the restaurant."
I didn''t invite him, knowing Kane would be there, but I wanted to be upfront so
there wouldn''t be any misunderstandingster.
"Got it. I''ll meet you there," he said.
I hesitated for a moment, biting my lip. I knew I shouldn''t, but I couldn''t bring myself to turn him down.
"Sure," I said softly. "How could I possibly say no to you?"