The Alpha Chasing his Ex-Luna again

Bella woke up feeling extremely ill. Xavier was not beside her in bed, and she struggled to walk due to dizziness. She hurried to the bathroom and began vomiting, realizing she had a fever. Bella thought that it might just be the flu, but as a werewolf with royal lineage, she doubted it could make her so sick.

After a few minutes of throwing up, Bella's personal maid heard her and rushed to her aid. "Luna, are you feeling unwell?" she asked, worried.

Assisting her in standing up, the maid asked, "Should I call the Alpha? He did not return last night. He informed the beta, that he is on a business trip and will be back tomorrow. But I should inform him about your condition."

Shaking her head, Bella replied, "No need. I'm sure it's just the flu." However, the maid suggested something unexpected, "What if you're pregnant?"

Surprised, Bella widened her eyes, hoping it could be true. She had been trying to conceive without success due to a reproductive issue. Deciding to confirm her suspicions, she decided to call the hospital and schedule an appointment with her doctor. Bella changed into casual clothes, a dress suitable for the pack's gynecologist examination. Ever since humans and werewolves coexisted after the treaty, they shared facilities like hospitals and shopping centers. While werewolves had the option to contact the police, they usually preferred reaching out to their own authorities if they encountered danger or a criminal rogue. Considering she had struggled for three years to conceive, Bella opted to stick with one doctor and focus on her treatment.

The day proved to be strange. Bella asked the maid to inform the limo driver to stand ready to take her to the pack's hospital, but the maid received news that the Alpha instructed him to retrieve some papers. After being mated to the Alpha for three years, Bella attempted to call her the Beta, to send his driver to pick her up. However, he did not answer the call. Ultimately, Bella had to hail a taxi since werewolves and humans coexisted, making taxis readily available.

Arriving at the hospital gate, Bella checked her cellphone and realized that her mate hadn't called her back. Feeling confused, she muttered to herself, "What's happening behind my back?" Dismissing the negative thoughts, she entered the hospital and greeted the doctor's assistant with a small smile. The assistant nodded respectfully and said, "Luna, the doctor requires a blood test first. Please follow me."

Bella followed the assistant and had her blood sampled for a pregnancy test. Then, she waited in the doctor's office for approximately half an hour. As the Luna of the pack and the Alpha's mate, she received respect from everyone since the doctor was a werewolf as well. After a few minutes, the doctor entered his office, holding the blood test results. Bella's heart skipped a beat as she felt dizzy. The doctor smiled and delivered the joyful news, "You're pregnant."

Taking a deep breath and struggling to believe it, Bella exclaimed, "Finally!" Despite wanting to celebrate, she knew she had to be cautious to protect her baby. The doctor warned her, "But be careful. We cannot risk losing this baby. Your pregnancy is delicate and unstable. Avoid anger, fights, jumping, or transforming into werewolf form. Just exercise caution."

Bella nodded and replied, "Of course, thank you. I need to inform my Alpha mate now. I'm certain he will be thrilled."

When Bella answered a call from her uncle later, he expressed concern, asking, "Are you okay?"

Feeling slightly uneasy about his worry, Bella responded, "We're fine, uncle. Why do you ask?"

Her uncle explained, "I heard Alpha Xavier took a pregnant she-wolf for a checkup a few days ago."

Laughing, Bella replied, "You think Xavier is with someone else?"

Her uncle confirmed it. Reassuring him, Bella said, "Uncle, if every male wolf in our species was unfaithful, Alpha Xavier would be the exception." However, when she called Alpha Xavier after ending the call with her uncle, his voice sounded cold. "I am busy right now. If it's not urgent, don't disturb me!" Before she could respond, he hung up, leaving her shocked and holding the test reports.

Bella and Alpha Xavier had been mates for three years, and she believed his love was deep and true. However, recently he had become distant, responding with coldness and silence. Bella couldn't help but wonder what had happened to her once sweet Xavier.

Lost in her thoughts, Bella was interrupted by a female voice. "Hey, sis." It was Samantha, her half-sister from her father's affair, accompanied by an older she-wolf.

Seeing Samantha, Bella felt irritated. "Don't call me your sister so casually. I am my mother's only daughter!"

Ignoring Bella's remark, Samantha asked, "Back for another infertility treatment?"

Annoyed, Bella retorted, "That's none of your business."

Samantha smirked and continued, "Don't you want to know why I'm here? I'm carrying Alpha Xavier's baby!

Noticing Samantha's slightly bigger belly, Bella knew she had always pursued Alpha Xavier, even when they were announced as mates. Dismissing Samantha's claim, Bella told her, "You're imagining things."

Samantha showed her a paper that shocked Bella. "Alpha Xavier's signature? Impossible!"

Four months prior, Samantha had proudly boasted to Bella about a night she spent with Alpha Xavier. She reveled in the fact that she was now pregnant with his child and believed that this meant Bella would have to step down as Luna when the baby arrived. Infuriated by Samantha's audacity, Bella couldn't contain her anger and slapped her. To her surprise, Samantha fell to the ground, clutching her stomach and crying out in pain. Bella noticed blood on Samantha's fingers and couldn't comprehend what had just happened.

Immediately, Samantha was rushed to the emergency room, and Bella reluctantly joined them, despite her initial reluctance. When they arrived, Elinor, Alpha Xavier's mother, stood in the doorway, her gaze icy and full of disdain. She accused Bella of attacking Samantha and insinuated that Bella's barrenness prevented her from allowing others to have children. Elinor's words were hurtful, but Bella couldn't deny the truth that was staring her in the face. Overwhelmed with despair, she felt herself losing consciousness until the pack's healer delivered the devastating news that Samantha had lost the baby.

Elinor's sorrow quickly transformed into rage, and she attacked Bella with such force that everything went black. When Bella regained consciousness, she found herself in a white room. Struggling against the aching pain in her body, she propped herself up against the unyielding headboard of the bed. Just as she caught her breath, the door creaked open, revealing a man with gold-rimmed glasses.

"Good afternoon, Miss Moonshadow. I am Alpha Xavier's lawyer," he greeted.

Bella was taken aback by the lawyer's presence and replied with surprise, "Lawyer?"

"Yes, that's correct. I am Alpha Xavier's personal lawyer. He asked me to discuss the matter of an impending divorce with you," the lawyer explained.

"A divorce? Xavier wants to divorce me?" Bella repeated, struggling to comprehend the situation.

Approaching her, the lawyer placed a document beside her. "This is the divorce settlement. Please take a look."

Trembling hands attempted to process the lawyer's words. The idea of Xavier presenting her with divorce papers was beyond her wildest imagination. She couldn't bring herself to even glance at the document. Turning to the lawyer, she mustered the strength to utter, "Tell Alpha Xavier to meet me in person and explain his intentions."

"Alpha Xavier is too busy for that. He won't be able to meet you," the lawyer responded coldly.

"He's too busy? He can't meet me?" Bella scoffed, realizing how distant they had become. When had their relationship deteriorated to the point where he would prevent her from seeing him?

Desperate for answers, she reached for her phone on the bedside table and dialed Xavier's number. To her horror, the call was blocked. The realization sank in that she and Xavier were now in a seemingly hopeless situation. First an affair, and now a divorce?

The lawyer stood there, glaring at the ticking clock impatiently. "Miss Moonshadow, please review the contract. I don't have much time."

Bella noticed the lawyer's change in attitude. During their three years of being mated, anyone associated with Xavier had treated her with respect and kindness. However, the lawyer's gaze now carried a coldness and detachment she had not experienced before. It was clear that this was what Xavier desired.

Taking hold of the divorce agreement, Bella reluctantly scanned the section that detailed the division of their belongings. Tears welled up in her eyes as she read the words, "All properties and belongings that Alpha Xavier owned before the mating shall remain his after separation."

Xavier had once vowed that Bella was his world, and everything he owned would be hers as well. Yet, within a mere three years, his love for her seemed to have vanished. Was this the true Alpha Xavier?

He had betrayed her, even impregnating another she-wolf. As his infertile mate, it seemed only natural for Bella to step aside. Her heart ached with bitterness. Unable to continue reading the agreement, she turned her attention to the lawyer who watched her intently. "Give me a pen."

The lawyer rifled through his briefcase, retrieved a pen, and handed it to her. As she took the pen, he added, "Alpha Xavier has also mentioned that you cannot keep any of the valuable items he has given you."

Bella stared resolutely ahead, seemingly frozen in time. Just as the lawyer anticipated her rejection, she murmured, "Fine."

Then, Bella picked up the pen and signed her name on the divorce papers. The lawyer briefly reviewed the agreement before turning to leave.

Outside the hospital, a luxurious car gleamed in the sunlight. As the window rolled down, revealing an incredibly handsome face, the lawyer hurried over to the vehicle. "Alpha Xavier, Bella has signed the papers!"

"So, she signed it?" Xavier whispered slowly, studying the lawyer beneath thoughtful eyes.

The lawyer appeared nervous, as if he wanted to respond, but remained silent. Xavier then averted his gaze from the lawyer and shifted his attention to the night sky. After a moment of contemplation, he simply uttered, "You may leave."

Refusing to let Xavier drive off without speaking to him, Bella jumped in front of his car, forcing him to step out and face her. She shouted at the top of her lungs, "Xavier, get out and confront me. Don't be a cheating coward."

Once sweet and innocent, Bella's days of naivety were long gone. The driver audaciously yelled at her, "Move out of the way!"

Defiantly, Bella snapped back angrily, "You can run me over, but I won't budge until I speak with my ex-mate, Alpha Xavier."

"Alpha Xavier, step out of your limo and face me. Don't be a cheater and a coward," she shouted with frustration, her voice filled with determination.

"You've already signed the divorce papers, so what more do you want? Money?" Xavier responded with boredom and indifference, refusing to meet her gaze.

In response, Bella raised an eyebrow, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "Living among humans seems to have caused you to forget that those papers only concern property division. But we are werewolves."

Confusion flickered in Xavier's narrowed eyes as he attempted to process Bella's words. She accepted the money from him, and just as he turned his back to return to the car, he muttered, "I knew you were only after the money."

However, Bella stopped him in his tracks, declaring loudly, "I, Bella Moonshadow, am breaking the mating bond with you, Alpha Xavier."

His gasp revealed his shock as if she had taken his breath away.

A sudden pain pierced Xavier's chest, a sensation he tried to conceal. He never expected that severing the mating bond would mean Bella would not only take his heart and soul, but also a part of his essence.

Looking back at Bella, he saw her holding her head up high. She threw the money back at him and walked away with her dignity intact, and her unborn child protected.

Three years had passed, yet the world still seemed as chaotic and unjust as ever. Bella found herself in an unpleasantly night in their Pack's Territory, sandwiched among the extravagantly dressed elites and the restless media at the Moonlight Howl Hotel.

The pack held a grand gathering, inviting all the high-ranking wolves of the Alpha Territory. The reporters, sniffing out a juicy story, had swarmed in anticipation. As the night swelled to eight o'clock, a flashy car rolled in front of the hotel, igniting a frenzy among the crowd.

"It's Alpha Trevor, Alpha Trevor of the pack has arrived!" Reporters tripped over one another, pointing their cameras like some kind of modern weaponry.

And out came Carl Trevor, dressed in a pristine white suit, a questionably innocent smile tugging at his lips. From the other side of the car, Alice, a she-wolf, surfaced in a stunning fit of elegance. Hand in hand, they posed for the media, generously offering the photographers their best shots.

Meanwhile, Bella sat in the car, riding on a wave of contempt. Forced to trail along as Carl's assistant, she couldn't help but question his reasoning. What use would an assistant be at a social gathering?

"Miss. Moonshadow, please exit the car. Alpha Trevor will be displeased if you're tardy," cautioned the driver.

Reluctantly, Bella stepped out, briefcase in hand, suffocated by the resignation slowly tightening around her. Carl and Alice had already made their grand entrance. She hurried to catch up, but as soon as she did, a reporter's voice rang out.

"Alpha Xavier is here too!"

The mere mention of Xavier's name yanked Bella's attention around. There he was, dressed in a sharply cut black suit, his confidence as dazzling as ever. Three years, yet nothing had changed - he was still the same magnetic force.

The car's door swung open again, revealing Samantha. Her fiery red dress underscored her radiant smile as she stepped out leisurely.

"What a perfect couple!" gushed one reporter.

"Absolutely! A strong Alpha and the daughter of a Beta - a match made in heaven!" agreed another.

Scathing remarks had become the night's theme. Bella watched the pair being admired and scoffed at the blatant hypocrisy. "A disloyal wolf and his lover? They are indeed a perfect match!" she thought, her heart boiling over with scorn. The grand balancing act of this cruel world continued, and she was merely a player forced to act her part.

She could not bear to see the monstrous charade playing out before her. With haste, she swiveled away to follow closely behind Carl.

By this time, Carl and Alice had already entered the elevator. The lift was nearly ready to close, and from fear of being left behind, Bella sprinted as fast as she could.

At the very last moment, when the lift was almost shut, she managed to stretch out her hand, allowing the doors to reopen. Carl scoffed as he watched her stumble into the lift. "Miss. Moonshadow, it seems you have a knack for causing a ruckus?"

"I-I'm sorry!" Bella quickly bowed her head and apologized.

Carl purely snorted in response. "Keep up properly next time. If you pull something like this again, I'll leave you behind!"

"Yes, Alpha Trevor, I'll surely keep that in mind!" she replied hastily.

Observing that her behavior was subservient and submissive, Carl did not continue his lecture.

The elevator halted on the 18th floor. Arm in arm with Alice, Carl sauntered out of the elevator. Bella accompanied them dutifully, her grip tight on the briefcase. As they reached the grand hall's entrance, Carl turned to her and commanded, "Wait in the lounge and ensure you're available. If I can't reach you, there will be deductions from your monthly bonus!"

"Yes, Alpha Trevor, I understand," Bella replied.

Watching Carl and Alice disappearing into the grand hall, Bella turned and retreated to the lounge.

Simultaneously, the lift on the other side chimed its arrival, out walked Alpha Xavier and Samantha. Xavier's hawk-like gaze scanned the large corridor when he noticed Bella retreating into the waiting lounge. Xavier faltered and squinted, "Was that Bella?"

"No, she vanished three years ago. How could she be here? It must be a mistake!" Xavier comforted himself.

Samantha noticed Xavier's gaze fixed on the end of the corridor and followed his sight. However, she only found an empty corner. "Xavier, what are you gazing at?"

"Nothing, let's proceed!" Xavier, shaking away his confusion, commanded.

Starving and waiting in the lounge for over an hour, Bella was beginning to feel weak. Carl was indeed inhumane, enjoying an opulent feast with a gorgeous she-wolf, leaving her, his assistant, to starve here. Such unfairness!

As she mentally complained about her circumstances, Carl's voice came through the intercom, "Find something to eat in the hall. Remember my instructions. Don't linger around! Once you're done, head straight back to the lounge and wait!"

"Yes, Alpha Trevor!" she responded.

Opening the door, she walked directly into the grand hall, a bustling hive of werewolf high society. She shot a cursory glance over the sea of well-dressed wolves before heading to the buffet lineup.

She picked up a glass of juice and filled a plate with food. Just as she was about to sit down somewhere and eat, a voice boomed behind her. "Fetch me some food, Bella!"

The voice, laced with arrogance, stirred a sense of recognition in Bella Moonshadow. She turned around and found herself face-to-face with a woman caking herself in excessive makeup. "Isn't this Samantha's best friend, Yelena?" she thought to herself.

Yelena seemed just as startled to see Bella. Bella was dressed in her work uniform, so Yelena naturally mistook her for a waitress. However, her surprise was palpable when they locked eyes and Yelena recognized her as Bella Moonshadow.

"It's you?" Yelena gasped.

Ignoring her, Bella set off to carry on with her work. Yelena looked stunned momentarily, but she quickly collected herself and barred Bella's way. "So, you're a server here? This is too funny!" she jeered.

"Is it really that amusing?" Bella retorted, cool as ice.

"Absolutely, Bella. Weren't you all high and mighty prior to this? Look at you now, reduced to a mere waitress. Life surely takes unexpected turns, doesn't it? Now, how about you fetch me some food," she continued, her words like slaps in Bella's face.

Yelena appeared to relish her newfound dominance over Bella. She had always carried deep-rooted animosity towards Bella. Bella had been blessed with beauty, luck, and nobility, but now, abandonment by Alpha Xavier left her as a common server, providing Yelena with the perfect chance to humiliate her.

Bella found Yelena's attitude revolting. She walked past her, resolved not to waste her time arguing with a bully.

However, Yelena seemingly had her heart set on pulling Bella down. "Bella, do you honestly think you can disobey me? Don't underestimate me, I can have you fired," she threatened.

"You intend to fire me? Yelena, you're very good at self-flattery!" Bella snapped back at her.

"Dare you disrespect me?" Yelena's foot stomped angrily. Her fury was evident. Previously, she had been hesitant to mess with Bella as she was Alpha Xavier's mate, and he was fiercely protective of her. But with him out of the picture, Bella was merely a lowly server to her. In Yelena's eyes, crushing Bella would be as easy as squashing an ant.

"I'll get the Alpha informed right away and have you dismissed!" Yelena yelled, her voice echoing across the room.

"What's the matter, Yelena?" a soft voice infiltrated the situation.

"Samantha, you couldn't have shown up at a better time. Look who's here!" Yelena sneered, gesturing towards Bella.

Bella stared steadily at Samantha, meeting her gaze head-on. Unmistakable shock flashed across Samantha's face. "Why is Bella here?" she must have been wondering.

Samantha looked utterly stunned, but she did a good job at concealing it. She flashed a polite smile and said, "Hello, sister!"

Bella regarded her icily and retorted, "Miss, I think you've mistaken me for someone else."

"Dear sister, I know you still hold a grudge against me. Yet my hands are clean. Alpha Xavier was the one who fancied me."

Even though it had been three years, the past still ached like a fresh wound. Bella didn't want to expose her torment to these people, so she pivoted and strode away.

However, Samantha's arrival seemed to empower Yelena. She scuttled towards Bella and shoved her hard, causing her to spill her drink all over. Some of the juice splashed onto Yelena as well, sparking an outburst, "Hey, look what you've done!"

As Yelena fussed, her eyes sparkled with a strange glee. Clearly, she now perceived Bella as a simple waitress, eager to slander her in hope of getting her fired.

Bella's eyes smoldered with indignation. In days past, she would have countered Yelena's audacious move with a firm slap. But times had changed; she was no longer Bella Moonshadow, beloved mate of Alpha Xavier. With this in mind, she swallowed her anger and attempted to leave.

However, Yelena was not done. Seeing Bella not retaliate, she shot a triumphant glance at Samantha before making a grab for her hair. Without any warning, she upturned a glass of red wine onto Bella's neck.

The freezing beverage seeped down her neck and drenched her clothes. Whether it was intentional or not, Yelena had pushed her into Samantha's path. Samantha carelessly swung her arm, spilling more wine onto Bella's face.

The stinging assault on her eyes was unbearable. Bella had wanted to maintain her dignity and walk away. But Yelena's relentless goading stirred up her anger. It was obvious that Yelena and Samantha were on the same team, ready to tarnish her reputation once again. Since they were hell-bent on painting her as the villain, she saw no reason to show them any courtesy.

Enraged by their blatant disregard, Bella seized the food-laden plate she was holding and dumped it on Yelena's head.

Yelena let out a piercing scream. Clearly, she hadn't anticipated that. Being a fan of spicy food, Bella's plate was packed with it. The chili-laden sauce ran down Yelena's hair and soon seeped into her eyes. The pain must've been unbearable. Yelena's grip on Bella's hair slackened as she shrieked in agony.

Without heeding Yelena's cries, Bella turned towards Samantha. Then, without any warning, she slapped her across the face. Samantha wore a flabbergasted expression – probably didn't expect Bella to retaliate. Casually, Bella flicked some leftover sauce from her plate onto Samantha, ruining her designer gown with spice splatter.

Visibly distressed, Samantha began hollering, "Come here, someone! Help me out here!"