Chapter 4 The next morning , I put on delicate makeup , dressed beautifully , and headed for the wedding venue . Nate had prepared a bridesmaid dress for me . But I didnt wear it . Why should I follow his arrangement ? Besides , I wasnt even there to attend the wedding . When I arrived at the wedding venue , I saw Nate . He was smiling joyfully , receiving congratulations from the pack members . When he saw me , he quickly walked over , nodding with satisfaction , and said reassuringly , Rue , I knew you were a woman of understanding . He reached out his hand to take mine . I immediately pulled away , indifferent . I thought about it and realized Im not suited to be a bridesmaid . But still , congratulations . I wish you a happy marriage . Nate froze in place , his smile instantly stiffening . There was a tinge of guilt in his eyes . Id gladly accept anyone elses congratulations , but when you say those words , they feel like a thousand needles , piercing me with pain . Really ? I would never believe another word he said . At that moment , his friends approached , showering me with flattery . Luna Rue , youre the most magnanimous woman Ive ever met . Of course! Luna Rue is cultured , sensible , and understands the greater good . Nate , youre lucky to have found such a perfect Luna like Rue . Magnanimous ? Understanding the greater good ? In a moment , youll realize that I am indeed a woman of principle , someone who knows love and hate , and who truly understands the greater good . Hearing his friends praise me , Nate smiled nervously , but his eyes showed signs of panic , unease , Chapter 4 1/5 and guilt . Ever since I became involved with Nate , his friends had been calling me Luna . At first , Id felt shy , my heart fluttering with sweetness . But now , it felt like a mockery . It was ironic , and I couldnt stand it . I walked into the wedding venue , where everything was lively and festive . I sat quietly in a corner , blending in as just another guest , waiting silently . The wedding continued as planned . The pack elders stood between Nate and Kate , beginning the formal vows . Nate looked happy , but the smile on his face would quickly fade . It was hard to believe that this wasnt all for the sake of fulfilling Kates wish . But to me , whether it was real or a performance didnt matter anymore . Before coming , I had promised myself that no matter what happened , I would stay strong and not cry . But seeing the man I once loved so much , now about to seal his mate bond with another woman , my heart felt like it was filled with sourness , and the pain was unbearable . Once they finished their vows , my heart felt like it had been wrenched painfully . I was burning inside , but I clenched my teeth , determined to stay silent . Rue ! I snapped my head up , but everyone was still looking at the stage . No one had called my name . Who was it ? Im your wolf . My wolf ? Yes ! My name is Mia . Sorry , Im late . My mind went blank . I stared at Nate , and I saw him gently place a familiar sapphire necklace around Kates neck . But inside me , my wolf howled in agony . 2/5 Stop him ! No ! Hes our mate ! It suddenly dawned on me Im Nates mate, his true mate , and the position of Luna is mine ! The realization tore me apart . Wait … I stared at the sapphire necklace . No ! Nate ! You cant do this to me ! That necklace ! No ! Kate caressed the necklace around her neck , her eyes welling up with tears , filled with gratitude . Nate didnt hear the cries from me and my wolf . He took the microphone , continuing his vows : Kate , Ive loved you for thirteen years . My biggest dream is to make you my Luna and protect you . Now , Im putting this family heirloom around your neck to prove that you are my Luna . Kate , I , Alpha Nate of the Blackmoon Pack , will take you as my mate and my Luna . Watching Kate cover her mouth , tears falling , Nate stood up , gently pulling her into his arms . I will love you always , and nothing will ever change . As soon as he finished , they embraced , and the applause thundered . I just stared at the necklace , my heart feeling like it had been ripped out . I couldnt breathe . Nate , enough ! That necklace had been my mothers heirloom . Before she passed away , she gave it to Nate , tearfully telling him to place it around my neck when we married . That necklace was meant to bless our eternal love . Nate had promised her . And yet , because Kate liked it , he gave it to her during the wedding . Hed even made up a story about it being a family heirloom . Was he afraid shed feel disgusted knowing it was mine ? Chapter 4 3/5 What was supposed to be joy at realizing Nate was my mate was shattered when he casually gave away my mothers heirloom , turning into an overwhelming rage . Kiss her ! Kiss her ! Everyone started chanting . Nate grinned excitedly , as if he had married the love of his life . He gently pulled Kates head toward him , his eyes full of happiness , ready to kiss her . Wait ! I suddenly stood up and shouted . The lively atmosphere in the room froze immediately . Everyone turned to look at me , whispering among themselves . Whos that ? Seems like Nates ex girlfriend . A no wolf . Why is his ex here ? Is she trying to steal the Luna position ? Thats so shameless . Nates already rejected her , yet she still dares show up ? Their words stung like needles , making me feel sick . I ignored them all and walked up to the stage , locking eyes with Nate . His wolf seemed to sense something , howling in pain . Nate tightened his grip on Kates hand, his face filled with panic and disbelief . He stared at me , stunned . Mate ? But he and Kates fingers were still tightly intertwined . At that moment , my heart turned to stone . I no longer hesitated . 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