I looked at him, my heart already heavy.
“We just found out… your father is alive,” he said gently. “And he’s not guilty. He didn’t do any of the things they said he did.”/
I nodded slowly. “I know.”
Their eyes widened a little in shock.
“I found out not long ago,” I said. “That’s why I have to go. I have to find him.”
The room went quiet for a moment, the weight of everything thick in the air.
I took a step back and gave them one last look. “Goodbye.”
Just as I turned, Levi spoke. “Wait-Olivia… can we hug you? Just once?”
I paused.
Every part of me wanted to say no. I was scared it would weaken me… make it harder to walk away.
But then… my wolf whispered softly inside me.
“Let them.”
I slowly turned back, and nodded.
Levi moved first.
His arms wrapped around me gently, but firmly. No mate bond. No sparks.
And yet… it felt like home.
It reminded me of the past-of being younger, when everything was simpler, when I’d run into his arms and feel like nothing could go wrong.
For a second, I closed my eyes and let myself feel it.
When he pulled away, Louis stepped forward and wrapped me in a warm hug.
His arms were calm, steady… comforting.
Just like always.
Like the quiet peace I used to feel during storms, when he’d hold me until I fell asleep.
Then came Lennox.
He said nothing. Just pulled me into his arms.
And that was when it broke me.
The moment his arms wrapped around me, I felt it-
That protectiveness. That strength.
It was like being wrapped in a shield from the world. Like nothing could touch me if I stayed there.
Tears spilled down my cheeks before I could stop them.
I pulled back quickly, wiping my face. “I have to go,” I whispered, my voice breaking.
Then, without looking back, I turned and ran out of the room.
I ran before the pain dragged me back in.
Before I forgot why I needed to leave.
Before I let love make me stay.
Olivia POV
“Mother, I’m coming over,” I announced through the mind link, hoping to hear excitement in her voice. But she was silent.
I frowned, the awkward silence stretching too long. She was supposed to be happy… I hadn’t seen her in almost two months.
“Mother?” I called again, uncomfortable with her silence.
She finally let out a deep breath before responding, her voice soft but serious.
“Dear… I think you should stay back in the Full Moon Pack”
My frown deepened as I slowly sat on the edge of the bed.
Nora and Lolita, who had been quietly folding clothes, paused and gave me a mood. concerned look. They must have noticed the shift in my
“Why would you suggest that?” I asked, confused. “I thought you’d be happy… I thought you wanted me there.”
She sighed again through the link, slower this time.
“There’s… a bit of a rift going on between our pack and the neighboring one. Some tensions, border threats. Nothing too serious yet, but I just worry about your safety, Olivia. Maybe staying in Full Moon is the better choice for now.”
Her words felt off. Like she was holding something back.
Still, I didn’t press. I didn’t have the energy to argue or dig deeper.
“Alright,” I said softly and ended the mind link.
I sighed deeply and rubbed my temples.
“What happened?” Nora asked gently.
I looked at her and Lolita and forced a tired smile. “She said I shouldn’t come. The there’s some tension going on with the neighboring pack, and she’s worried about my safety.”
Lolita frowned. “So… what now? Are you staying?”
I shook my head firmly. “I can’t keep staying here. I feel… suffocated. Like I’m being watched every second. Like I’m trapped.”
They both went quiet for a moment before Nora said, “What about Alpha Gabriel?
I blinked. “Gabriel?”
She nodded. “He’ll be happy to take you in, Olivia. He cares.
I thought about it for a moment. I needed a place where I could feel safe and protected.
And I knew Gabriel would give me that.
So I took a deep breath and picked up my phone….
Gabriel answered on the second ring.
“Olivia?”
“Hi… Can I come stay at your pack for a few days?” I asked quickly. “It doesn’t have to be your house… I just need some space.”
“What nonsense,” he replied almost instantly, a bit of laughter in his voice. “Of course you’ll stay at my house. In a room close to mine, where I can keep an eye on you.”
I couldn’t help the small smile that tugged at my lips.
“When are you exorcizing yourself from that suffocating place?” he asked next.
I chuckled. “I’ll take the road. I should be there in two hours.”
“Good,” he said. “I’m sending my men to pick you up halfway. Text me when you leave.”
“Okay. Thank you,
Gabriel.”
His voice softened. “Always, Olivia.”
I ended the call and looked up at Nora and Lolita.
“I’m going to stay with Gabriel.”
They both nodded in support and started helping me repack.
They helped me zip up the last bag, and we all stood there for a moment-none of tis moving, none of us speaking. The weight in the air felt heavy.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.