3/4 Chapter 7 When the united pack warrior saw me pulling my suitcase , he quickly blocked my way . Rue , what are you doing ? I dont want to see him . And were not mates . Ive already rejected him . Hes been lying to all of you . He stood firm , not letting me pass . Im sorry , Ms. Whatever your relationship is with him , you need to wait until our captain and Alpha Nate arrive . Please be patient . I snapped back , If hes planning to hurt me , are you going to help him ? The warrior froze . Standing tall , he said with conviction , If he tries to harm you , I will stop him immediately . If necessary , Ill even restrain him . But until we have the situation cleared up , you cant leave . Thats my duty . I was determined to leave , but he blocked my path . With no choice , I had to wait . About half an hour later , Nate arrived , panting and covered in sweat . His suit jacket was off , and his white shirt , soaked through with perspiration , was dirty and disheveled . When he saw me , a smile spread across his face . But instead of rushing to greet me , he shook hands with the united packs warrior and thanked him . I was fed up and impatient . I turned to the warrior and asked , Can I leave now ? Nate quickly turned to the warrior . Ill take it from here . Youve all worked hard , thank you . The warrior , still uneasy , asked , Are you two really mates ? Yes . No ! Nate and I answered simultaneously , locking eyes . Even though wed broken up , our old unspoken understanding was still there . I immediately pulled out my phone and showed the warrior the photos I took at the wedding . Hes already married . How can we possibly still be mates ? Nates face darkened in an instant . The warriors gaze shifted from uncertainty to clear disdain . His 1/3 tone became colder . Alpha Nate , since you are not Omega Rues mate , please stop harassing her and stop abusing the resources of the united packs . If you fail to comply , we will take appropriate action . The warrior who had been helping Nate find his mate now turned on him , and Nate was caught off guard . Realizing he couldnt explain himself to the warrior , Nate turned to me , his eyes pleading . Rue , please , dont make a scene . We can talk privately , okay ? If youre still upset , you can yell at me or even hit me I wont mind . They say that when youve loved someone deeply , its hard to just cut ties . Seeing his exhausted face , I couldnt help but feel a twinge of sympathy . But then , I heard Mia , my wolf , whimpering in my mind . I told myself firmly : I cannot turn back . Why should I be angry ? Whatever choices you make are up to you , and I have no right to interfere . So , please , dont try to interfere with my life . Ive already left the pack . I made an effort to sound indifferent , showing him that I no longer cared . And Nate believed it . His eyes you are ? welled up with his jaw trembling , his voice cracking . Is that really how heartless drs , I couldnt help but let out a cold laugh . Now , after everything , he still had the nerve to accuse me of being heartless ? Wiping away the tears that were about to fall , Nate turned to the warrior , forcing a smile . Warrior , youve all been busy . Why dont you head back ? They could tell Nate and I were obviously mates . But with our relationship in turmoil , it was clear there was no immediate danger . So , they lef . I made a move to leave , but Nate grabbed my arm . He dragged me into the hotel room , slamming the door shut behind us . In "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" by CrushReel, the storyline unfolds as renowned photographer Jane finds herself drawn to the charismatic rookie model, Hector. Little does she know that Hector harbors a secret—he is actually the heir to a powerful business empire. As their romance blossoms, Hector grapples with concealing his true identity to capture Jane's heart. However, their love story takes a tumultuous turn when jealousy rears its ugly head, threatening to unravel the delicate balance they've built. This modern romance novel delves into themes of hidden identities, unexpected love, and the complexities of maintaining a relationship shrouded in secrecy. With its blend of sweet romance and suspenseful twists, "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" stands out for its exploration of hidden feelings and the consequences of revealing long-held secrets. For readers seeking a captivating tale that combines elements of romance, intrigue, and emotional depth, this ongoing story is available to read at CrushReel. Immerse yourself in the world of Jane and Hector as their journey unfolds against the backdrop of hidden truths and heartfelt revelations.