The Luna He Lost to the Alpha King

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Chapter 22

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LOGAN’S POINT OF VIEW

I had just finished breakfast when I glanced toward the empty seats across the table. Celine had already finished eating. With a bright smile, she took Naya upstairs to change her clothes, leaving me alone with Elysia, who was quietly clearing away the dishes.

I watched her for a moment before speaking.

“Elysia, have you seen Ava these past two days?”

Her hands paused over the plates.

“No, Alpha.”

The answer landed strangely.

I frowned. “My mate has been quite busy lately. She hasn’t been home much during the day.”

Elysia looked at me, surprise flickering across her face before she quickly lowered her gaze.

I shifted uncomfortably in my seat.

I should have known where Ava was.

I was her mate. Her Alpha.

So why didn’t I?

Maybe she had been staying at the packhouse, buried beneath whatever projects had been keeping her busy. Perhaps she had even spent the night there.

But asking someone would only make me look like an Alpha who didn’t know where his own mate

was.

The thought alone made my pride sting.

I said nothing more.

Still, the questions wouldn’t leave me alone.

When was the last time Ava had actually slept at home?

I couldn’t remember.

My fingers drifted to my temple as I tried to push the thought aside.

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“Logan!”

Celine’s cheerful voice broke through my thoughts.

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I looked up to find her walking downstairs with Naya, who was practically bouncing beside her. Celine had changed clothes too, and for a moment, I didn’t pay much attention to what she was wearing.

Until Elysia spoke.

“That’s Luna Ava’s dress.”

I froze.

My eyes dropped to the dress.

I knew it immediately.

I’d given it to Ava for our mating anniversary. It had been a limited-edition piece from one of the most

expensive luxury brands, and the design had been discontinued soon after.

Celine glanced down at herself before smiling.

“So?”

“What does it matter?” she asked lightly. “Besides, the Luna you’re talking about isn’t coming back.”

My brows pulled together.

She turned toward me, her expression suddenly innocent.

“Logan, can’t I wear my sister-in-law’s clothes?”

I opened my mouth.

Then stopped.

I didn’t want to upset her over a dress.

“Sure,” I said eventually. “Wear it if you like.”

Besides, it was only an old dress.

And, judging by the empty side of Ava’s wardrobe lately, I wasn’t even sure when she’d be coming

home again.

Celine’s smile widened.

“Did you hear that?”

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She looked directly at Elysia.

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“The Alpha of this entire pack has spoken. It’s not your place to question him, servant.”

Elysia’s expression stiffened, but she lowered her head without saying another word.

Celine reached for Naya’s hand with one hand and slipped her other arm through mine.

I stiffened slightly.

My gaze dropped to where our arms were linked.

For some reason, it felt wrong.

But it was only Elysia watching us.

And besides…

Celine and I looked like siblings.

Right?

A low scoff sounded inside my head.

Pathetic.

Fenrir’s voice dripped with disappointment.

I ignored him.

Instead, I walked toward the door and opened it for Naya. She climbed into the car, still chattering excitedly about her new school.

I opened the passenger door for Celine next.

She slipped inside with a satisfied smile.

Once everyone was settled, I got behind the wheel and started the engine.

Naya’s excited voice filled the car as she talked about Pup Academy, while Celine occasionally

laughed and encouraged her.

I tried to focus on the road.

But no matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t shake the strange heaviness sitting in my chest.

Something felt wrong.

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Ljust couldn’t put my finger on what.

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By the time Ava arrived that evening, everyone else was already seated around the dining table.

I noticed her the moment she stepped into the room.

My chair scraped against the floor as I stood.

Her father was here, and instinctively, I walked toward her and pulled out the chair beside the table.

Ava’s eyes flicked toward me.

The disgust in them lasted only a second, but I caught it.

She sat down without thanking me, barely sparing me another glance.

Something inside my chest tightened.

I quickly returned to my seat.

“Ava,” I began, clearing my throat. “Today is Anaya’s first day at Pup Academy. It’s a big transition for her, so I thought we’d celebrate together. That’s why I invited Dad.”

Ava’s lips curved into a small smile.

“Then why didn’t you invite me first?”

Her voice was perfectly calm.

“Were you afraid I wouldn’t come?”

The smile didn’t reach her eyes.

I shifted in my chair.

“Dad is an elder. Of course I had to invite him first.”

“Yes.”

Ava nodded slowly.

“You’re right.”

Her gaze lingered on me for a moment.

“And you’re the Alpha.”

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There was something beneath those words.

Something sharp.

I swallowed.

Ava settled back in her chair.

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“Actually, it’s fine. The three of you can celebrate without me. You didn’t need to invite me.”

The table fell strangely quiet.

Evander’s gaze immediately shifted toward me.

My face warmed.

“Ava, what are you talking about? We’re mates. You’re my Luna.”

“Oh, right.”

She lightly tapped her temple.

“I almost forgot.”

I stared at her.

She smiled sweetly.

“I’ve been so busy with projects at the packhouse lately.”

Before I could respond, Evander’s expression darkened.

“How could you forget something like that?”

Ava turned toward him.

“Celine is Logan’s sister. Now that you’ve mated to the Silvercrest family, she’s your family too, and so

is Anaya. It’s only natural for you to celebrate her transition into Pup Academy.”

He shook his head.

“Not only did you fail to prepare a gift for the child, but I also heard you took hair accessories from her

You don’t behave like an aunt at all.”

Ava lowered her gaze.

For a brief moment, I thought I saw the corner of her lips twitch.

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She was enjoying this.

I reached for my glass and took a slow sip, pretending not to notice.

Inside my head, Fenrir was practically howling with laughter.

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This is what you get.

I ignored him.

Evander’s expression softened as he reached for the beautifully wrapped box beside him.

“Come here, Anaya. Your great-uncle has something for you.”

Naya’s eyes immediately went to the box. She hurried over, taking it from him with both hands before

tearing into the wrapping paper.

“What is it?”

The moment she lifted the lid, her eyes widened.

A delicate cartoon-shaped hair clip lay inside, its tiny diamonds catching the light as she tilted the box

from side to side.

“Wow!”

Her face broke into a delighted grin.

“It’s so pretty! Thank you, Uncle! You’re the best!”

She threw her arms around Evander, nearly knocking him back in his chair.

He burst into laughter, gently patting her head as his eyes crinkled with affection.

“Look at our Anaya. Such a sweet little mouth.”

Celine watched them with a fond smile before her expression suddenly softened.

“Uncle Evander, don’t worry. Even though Asher is gone, I’ll do everything I can to raise Anaya into

someone successful.”

She lowered her gaze and delicately dabbed at the corner of her eye.

I stared at her for a moment.

The gesture was so perfectly timed that I almost coughed.

Almost.

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Evander sighed sympathetically.

“It’s not easy for a woman to raise a child alone after losing her mate.”

My hand tightened around my glass.

Asher wasn’t confirmed dead.

He had disappeared.

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But after so long without a single trace of him, everyone had begun treating his disappearance as a

death.

Evander reached across the table.

“But don’t worry. Your household registration and Anaya’s are now under Logan and Ava. Their Academy district is excellent, and she’ll have access to the best educational resources. If you ever

need anything, come to me.”

He paused, his voice softening.

“We’re family. Your adoptive father-Logan’s father-and I went through countless battles together.

His child is my child.”

Celine’s eyes glistened.

“Thank you, Uncle.”

She looked genuinely moved.

I quickly picked up the serving spoon and placed another piece of steak onto Evander’s plate.

“Dad, eat more. Try this steak. It’s a local specialty.”

He chuckled and reached for his fork.

The conversation continued around me.

Everyone seemed comfortable.