Blurb：
With only one week left until her marking ceremony with Alpha Mason Wright, Cassandra Holt receives the devastating news – he’s postponing it again for his puphood sweetheart Eira Padmore. This makes the fourth delay, all because Eira claims she needs to visit Bhador to see the snow or she won’t be able to breathe. As the werewolf pack waits impatiently, Cassandra realizes she’s become the pack’s laughing stock. Despite carrying Mason’s pup, she decides she’s done waiting. But why does Mason suddenly go mad searching for her when she leaves? Discover the twisted dynamics between Alpha Mason Wright, determined Cassandra Holt, and manipulative Eira Padmore in this intense werewolf romance where marking ceremonies, pack politics, and hidden pregnancies collide. Will Mason finally choose Cassandra over Eira? Or will Cassandra build her own future without the Alpha who keeps breaking his promises?
Content：
There was only one week left until my marking ceremony with Alpha Mason Wright.
And this time, he was asking to postpone it yet again, all because his puphood sweetheart, Eira Padmore, the she-wolf who once saved his life, had another episode.
She was in tears, begging to go to Bhador to see the snow, just like every time before, claiming she wouldn’t be able to breathe otherwise.
The ceremony had already been pushed back three times. All the wolves of the north had been waiting for us to complete it.
But I was done waiting, and so was the pup growing inside me.
If Mason refused to mark me, then I’d walk away and build my own future.
But what I couldn’t understand was… Why was it that the moment I left, Mason went mad searching for me, and suddenly insisted on marking me after all?
Chapter 1
Mason Wright slipped off his ring and picked up his phone to book a flight three hours later to Bhador.
The marking ceremony will have to wait. We’ll continue once Eira is feeling better.
My heart sank.
We had been together for five years. He claimed me. The marking ceremony? It got delayedCand so many times, at that.
For werewolves, being marked was what truly made a bond official.
At this point, I lost count of how many times Mason had chosen Eira Padmore over me.
Just moments ago, I happily told my friend that I wanted her pup to be at the ceremony. After what Mason said, though, my eyes burned with tears.
All because of Eira, the marking ceremony kept getting postponed. I had long become the punchline behind the pack’s back.
Don’t worry, said Mason, still caught up in his own world. Once Eira and I come back from Bhador, we’ll hold the marking ceremony immediately.
When he finally looked up and saw my red, swollen eyes, guilt filled his.
You know she saved my life. If I don’t give in to her, she’ll fall apart. I can’t leave her like that. I’ve already found the best doctor for her condition. She’ll be fine soon, I promise.
I opened my mouth to speak, but Eira appeared at the shop entrance, dragging her suitcase.
Mason, are we going?
She was perfectly made-up, smelling sweet, smiling warmly. There was not the slightest sign of someone having an episode.
From an angle Mason could not see, she shot me a triumphant, taunting smile.
Cassandra, I’m heading out. When I’m back, we’ll do the marking ceremony. Pick whichever ring you like. Don’t worry about the money.
Before I could respond, the two of them left.
My heart slowly froze over.
Mason was not even an Alpha when we first started dating five years ago. Still, he loved me deeply, and I could feel it. I was his first priority in everything.
We claimed me in public after just one year. He told me that once he inherited the pack, he would mark me and make me his Luna.
Two years ago, he finally took over. I was over the moon, already preparing for our ceremony.
Then, Eira returned to the packand everything changed.
He started choosing her, time and time again.
He skipped dates, missed anniversaries, and postponed the marking ceremony
Eira used that one damned life-saving grace like a weapon, rampaging right through our relationship.
At first, I forced myself not to overthink it. After all, she did save his life.
They grew up together. It was only natural for him to look after her. I treated her like a younger sister.
However, the more I was ignored, the more I noticed the malice behind her smiles. When I told Mason, he only said I was being paranoid.
Eventually, I just stopped talking. I even thought about ending things.
However, every time he neglected me, he would come back with an apology. This would be the 99th apology.
Once, I used to hope each one would be the last. No more; I no longer hoped for anything.
Leaving the jewelry store, I received a phone call.
Ms. Holt, I’m sorry to bother you again. We’re willing to raise the annual salary to one million dollars. Would you consider joining us as the Design Director?
It was the third time the famous Ularian jewelry company had reached out.
I had turned them down before, but this time, I said yes.
I’ll take the offer.
When can you arrive?
In three days.
Chapter 2
After deciding to leave, I went to the Blacknight Pack’s municipal office to submit my withdrawal application.
Ms. Holt, the clerk said carefully, once you leave the pack, you’ll lose all pack protection and will never be allowed to rejoin. Are you sure about this?
I’m sure.
When I stepped out of the building, a notification popped up on Instagram.
Thank you for being there for me when I’m at my weakest!
The photo beneath it showed the snowy scenery of Bhador and Mason wrapping a scarf around Eira.
My chest felt like it had been stabbed right through.
Even though I had decided to walk away from this relationship, I still could not stop the pain, nor the tears that slipped out on their own.
Then, something on her hand caught my eye: the moonstone ring.
It was the token of the Blacknight Pack’s Luna.
Mason’s mother had pressed it into my hand before she passed away.
Mason was supposed to slide it onto my finger in front of everyone at our marking ceremony next week, declaring me his mate.
All thatyet that ring was on someone else.
Before I could stop myself, I tapped the like button.
One second later, Mason called.
Cassandra, Eira said the ring was pretty and wanted to wear it for a few days. She’ll give it back when we return. Don’t worry. You’re the only one in my heart. The Luna position is yours.
Before I could respond, Eira’s voice chimed in, Cassandra, don’t be mad at Mason over a ring. You’ll make him sad.
I had not even spoken. Then, Mason transferred money to me.
Buy the wedding rings we tried yesterday. You liked them, didn’t you? Don’t be upset, okay? Don’t make things hard for Eira over something so small. Her condition can’t handle the stress.
I accepted the payment; I needed the money anyway. There was no point refusing it out of pride.
After hanging up, I contacted everyone to cancel the marking ceremony. They were utterly shocked.
They had gotten used to postponements over the years, but canceling outright?
They thought I was just rebelling again that I would cave like always. No one took it seriously.
Only my best friend, Selena, came over and hugged me tight.
You finally walked away. Honestly, I think you should’ve left the very first time he postponed the ceremony for Eira. You deserve better.
When I finished notifying everyone and returned home to pack, Mason called again.
He sounded exhausted.
This time I don’t know how long the delay will be. Eira isn’t doing well. You should go ahead and tell your friends the ceremony’s off. We’ll talk again when she’s fully recovered. And youC
I know, I cut him off.
I knew exactly what he was about to say. It was the same old routine of I’m sorry, a handful of gifts, and him trying to make up for it.
I used to blow up at him every time It no longer mattered, though.
There was silence on his end. He had clearly prepared a whole list of excuses and did not expect me to give in so easily.
Then he spoke again, carefully.
I’ve found a new doctor for Eira. She should improve soon. When that happens, she won’t affect us anymore.
Mason, can you bring me the towel? Eira’s sugary voice rang in the background, grating on my nerves.
I hung up before he could say another word.
I used to never understand
Why, whenever Eira got sick, did she insist only Mason could accompany her? Why did she chase away every doctor who tried to treat her?
I understood perfectly at this point: Eira never intended to get better.
After packing my luggage, I gathered everything connected to Mason and dumped it into the trash station.
A sudden wave of dizziness hit me, and I collapsed on the roadside.
In a daze, I dialed the emergency contact.
It rang several times before being rejected.
When the call finally connected, I gasped, Mason, I almost fainted. Can youC
Cassandra Holt, Mason is asleep. And pretending to be sick won’t work on us! Eira hung up immediately.
In the end, a passerby called an ambulance and sent me to the hospital.
When I woke up, it was already the next night.
The doctor said, Ms. Holt, you’re pregnant. You need to rest more once you go home.
He left after giving instructions.
I sat there in complete shock.
Pregnant? Right when I chose to give up on Mason, too?
Chapter 3
Cassandra, are you okay?
The hospital room door burst open, and Mason rushed in, panic written all over his face.
I quickly slipped the pregnancy report under my pillow.
Why didn’t you tell me you were sick? Do you know how dangerous it is to faint in the streets all on your own? Luckily, the doctor called me. I leave for two days, and you manage to get yourself hospitalized. What are you going to do without me?
He scanned me from head to toe, finally letting out a sigh of relief once he saw I was intact.
As an Omega, my health had always been fragile. Every time I got sick, Mason would stay up through the night to watch over me.
I did not expect him to come back this time.
I took a sip of water to steady myself, hiding my nerves. I could not let him find out I was pregnant.
Did you not see the call log? I called you more than ten times. You never answered. The last one was picked up by Eira. She said youC
Before I could finish, he cut me off.
Cassandra, I know you don’t like Eira, but you don’t have to slander her.
I froze. Slander?
He pulled out his phone.
There was no trace of my calls in his call history.
I opened my mouth and reached for my own phone to show him, but then Eira called.
Mason, how could you leave me alone like that?
Cassandra fainted. I need to take care of her.
She’s faking it! Did you forget last time? She pretended to fall just to make you come home.
I looked at Mason.
Sure enough, doubt flickered in his eyes, but he still refused her.
She’s not doing well. When she’s better, I’ll come with you. Go have fun on your own for now. If you need money, just tell me.
After he hung up, he turned to me. You were saying?
Nothing.
I turned my head away. I was leaving anyway; there was no point explaining anything anymore.
The next morning, I received a notification from the municipal office.
Your pack withdrawal request has been approved.
I then called to book an afternoon flight to Ularia.
Plane ticket? Where are you going? Mason walked in.
It’s the honeymoon tickets I booked earlier. I just canceled them, I replied calmly.
He lowered his gaze, looking guilty. When Eira gets better, I’ll take you there. I promise.
I silently nodded.
The next second, Eira barged in. So, you were supposed to be sick? Funny, you look perfectly healthy to me.
She looked at me from head to toe disdainfully.
Mason frowned. Eira, Cassandra will be my mate. Don’t talk to her like that.
The moment she heard ‘mate’, Eira broke down.
You said you’d always take care of me! It wasn’t enough that you abandoned me in Bhador, and now you’re scolding me too? I should’ve just died that day when I saved you!
Then she burst out of the room in tears.
Mason hesitated, glancing back at me.
Go, I said softly. Don’t let anything happen to her.
He stared at me, stunned by my tone.
Then instinct kicked in, and he ran after her.
On his way down the hall, a strange uneasiness spread through him.
The look in my eyes He had never seen me so resolute.
I had been too compliant this time.
A dangerous thought flashed through his mind. His lips trembled.
No impossible. I would never leave him.
I had given up my career to be with him. Without him, as an Omega with no job, where could I possibly go?
He convinced himself he was overthinking it.
He and Eira were innocent. He only gave her a little extra care. Why would I leave him over something so silly?
After he left, I checked out of the hospital too.
I asked the doctor to prescribe me some prenatal vitamins.
I might be done with Mason, but I was not giving up my pup.
The baby and I would begin a new life together.
I went home, grabbed my suitcase, and headed straight for the airport.
By the time my plane landed in Ularia and I sipped my first glass of the local wine, Mason arrived home.
The empty apartment made his chest tighten.
The doctor said I had been discharged, so why was I not at home?
He walked to the bedroom, and on the table lay a sticky notealong with the pregnancy report.
Goodbye, Mason.
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