Chapter 1 Chapter 1 At the werewolves' once-in-a-century "Eclipse Cycle Night", my Alpha's mistress, Ophelia Campbell, and I were ambushed by rogues. And I, Arabella Cochran, died that night. Because my four brothers and my mate chose to protect Ophelia. And the Alpha I loved most shoved me off the Cliff, killing me and the unborn pup in my womb. When my soul drifted free and saw my mangled wolf form, I laughed. The pack I'd devoted my life to protecting had all wanted me dead. My eldest brother, Eduardo Campbell, let the rogues mar my stunning face to save Ophelia. My second brother, Vincent Campbell, let them break my hands to keep Ophelia alive. My third brother, Samuel Campbell, allowed them to inject me with the most agonizing poison for Ophelia's sake. My fourth brother, Bryson Campbell, had my legs shattered so Ophelia could live. I had been six months pregnant. At my most broken moment, they arrived, only for the he-wolf I loved to shove me to my death to rescue Ophelia My body was unrecognizable and my wolf Nymeria's spirit coiled around me, brushing a final frost-kiss to my forehead, yet I felt at peace. I was free. But my soul couldn't move on. It lingered among my family for decades, witnessing their fates. Only when Emmett Dickerson died did I finally find release. I could leave now. My soul had been wandering for decades, unable to reincarnate, and I didn't know why. With Emmett gone, my resentment faded. I was ready to go somewhere. I took one last look at Emmett's photo, then walked toward the villa's exit without a shred of regret. As I reached the doorway, a blinding white light appeared. My heart surged with sudden joy. Emmett had been the shackle binding my soul all along. Now I could finally be free. Then, in the next second, an invisible force yanked me back. "Ah..." I gasped. I flailed for support but grasped only empty air. . "Arabella, quit pretending. Get up, a cold voice came from above my head. "How dare you orchestrate Ophelia's capture by rogues? You're digging your own grave." I opened my eyes and saw Emmett's face looming over me. His Alpha scene was acrid with anger. Why was Emmett here! "Damn it!" I cursed inwardly, furious. I had just seep him die, and now his soul was chasing mine? "Arabella, you vicious she-wolft How dare you have rogues capture Ophelia? I can't believe I bonded with such a horrible she-wolf. Cut the ach, Get up and sever the bond now!" He showed a piece of parchment towards me. I recognized it instantly: A bond-breaking contract, ready to sever our connection as mates. He pushed the wolf bone soaked in the sacred spring during our bonding ceremony before me. Severing the bond would rip apart our mate connection-the pain alone could kill an Omega $9951 Menu < Chapter 1 "Given that y you took care of me for two years, I won't pursue this matter, but we must sever our bond." "Sever our bond" I blinked groggily at my livid mate. He was in full wolf form, only his face remaining human. My gaze swept the familiar surroundings, and a sudden realization hit me Had I reborn and traveled back in time to Ophelia's wolfing ceremony? "Yes, Bella. The night we died was the 'Eclipse Cycle Night'. Wolves who die with unfinished rage may be granted a second life by the Moon Goddess's will. My wolf Nymeria has awakened too. On that very night, Ophelia had framed me for her capture by rogues. Then Emmett had first threw our wolf bone to me. My ly birth parents and four brothers held me down. With a silver blade, they sliced open my wolf-mark, letting Severroot's seep flood my veins severing our blood tie forever. Back then, I'd been too bond-blind to let go of Emmett, the he-wolf I'd nearly died saving. I'd refused to sever, only to end up dead months later with my unborn pup. The memory of Emmett pushing me down the Cliff when I Was six months pregnant sent fresh agony through me I could still hear the tremor in Michael Cochran's voice as he condemned my corpse. The he-wolf who'd raised me with infinite tenderness, who'd never raised his voice at me, now was reduced to cursing my dead body. My death must have driven him to such disappointment and despair. But this second chance brought clarity: A bond unreciprocated remained invisible, no matter how fiercely given. Never again would I love Emmett. This time around, I would be wholeheartedly focused on my career, My cardinal rule upon returning was: No more self-betrayal. If they came at me, I'd come back swinging harder. Every single wolf who'd wronged me would get their due. Just as I steeled my resolve, a furious voice shattered the silence: "Arabella! The Campbells will not tolerate such a venomous daughter. By witness of imoon and guest, we cast you out-fetch the Severroot!" I looked at my angry biological father, now holding the Severroot, ready to slit open my wolf-mark. I took in the scene before me, Ophelia's theatrical sobs, my mother's hateful glare, and my brothers' murderous stares. This pack's bond wasn't worth keeping. I met Quinton Campbell's eyes squarely. Fine. Do it." 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. 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