hapter 4 For the next moon cycle , Xavier didn't return to the Pack house . During this period , he didn't contact me once . Just like our usual fights , neither of us was making the first move to mind - link . But I knew his whereabouts . Menu The Howlnet was full of Vivian's posts flaunting how Xavier took her to candlelit feasts , booked entire pack cinemas just for her , and even put on extravagant moon howl displays - never repeating the same romantic gesture . He showered her with designer pelts , enchanted jewelry , luxury dens , and an unlimited black claw - card . His displays of affection were even more lavish than those he had given his actual Luna . Meanwhile , I wasn't idle . I stayed home , quietly clearing out every trace of myself . Since I had decided to leave , nothing tying me to him would remain . My wolf was getting weaker as I let go of these memories . On the first day , when Vivian posted nine intimate photos of them together , I burned all nine hundred and ninety - nine commemorative photos of my fated - mate and me in the sacred fire . On the second day , as Vivian boasted about the handmade clay pups they crafted , I smashed every piece of antique porcelain Xavier had ever given me . My wolf felt nothing . On the seventh day , when Vivian shared a moon howl video of Xavier declaring his love , I finally took off my blood bond ring . The pigeon's blood diamond still sparkled brightly , but our love had long since withered . I took one last look , then carelessly threw it into the latrine and flushed it away . Xavier returned in the middle of the night that day . The other side of the bed sank in , and Xavier wrapped his arm around my waist , " Sweetheart , can we stop giving each other the silent treatment ? Tomorrow's the Pack's tenth - moon anniversary gala , and we'll attend together . " It was also our fifth blood bond anniversary . A significant day . I'd always planned it myself , and this year would be the last . My wolf was entirely absent . I shifted slightly away from him , murmuring , " Mm - hmm . " His hand fell away , his body stiffening . The scent of Vivian was still clinging to him , a constant reminder of betrayal . He thought I was still upset , but thankfully , he'd prepared a big gift that would surely smooth things over . With that thought , he drifted off to sleep . But things went sideways at the gala the next day . On the huge screen on the yacht , a Pack history reel played , followed by a montage of Celeste and Xavier's ten years together . My 00.56 1.4 % < Chapter 4 stomach turned . They'd been through thick and thin , their love a testament to enduring commitment . I no longer recognized the she - wolf in those images . The audience was awestruck , even Xavier's eyes softened . Menu But at that touching moment , the screen suddenly switched , displaying dozens of intimate photos of Vivian and Xavier , along with some of Vivian's personal pictures . The scent of scandal filled the air . An uproar ensued . Everyone assumed I was behind it ; only a scorned Luna would pull such a stunt to expose her mate's omega . Xavier's eyes narrowed , his voice booming . " Celeste , what do you want to do ? " His alpha voice was a threat . Before I could explain , Vivian ran to us , crying . " Luna Celeste , Alpha Xavier and I haven't crossed any lines . Why are you using these photos to ruin my reputation ? " Her scent was a mixture of fear and manipulation . " Alpha Xavier , to prove my innocence , I'll just resign and leave . I don't want to affect your blood bond ! " She ran out of the party in tears . Xavier didn't her in time , his eyes frantic as he tried to chase after her , but I grabbed his hand . stop " I didn't do it . " My wolf was trying to surface , desperate to defend itself . I didn't want to take the fall for this . But Xavier didn't believe me . He roughly shook me off , sending me stumbling backward into a champagne tower . I fell to the ground . Several cuts instantly appeared on my body . The sharp edges sliced through my skin , drawing blood . " Now you're resorting to stalking , secretly taking pictures , and spreading rumors ? Is there anything you won't do ?! I just wanted to cheer you up , but now there's no need . " His scent was now pure rage . He pulled out an emerald necklace . It was a Sloane family heirloom , a generational piece of jewelry I'd pawned years ago to help the Pack's cash flow . I'd tried to get it back but couldn't find it . Xavier had found it . But the next second , he threw it into the ocean and chased after Vivian without looking back . The necklace sank into the dark depths . " No !! " Unable to stop him , I jumped over the railing and plunged into the water . My wolf could not let go . < Chapter 5