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Aubrey resists Alpha Henry’s tight embrace, but he holds her firmly, showing his deep attachment. Meanwhile, Alpha Mateo and Charles witness this scene and realize Aubrey has not lost her memory, which dashes their hopes. Frustrated, Alpha Mateo leaves after handing his purchases to Charles, who later suggests they travel to the Southern Continent to find a witch selling a memory-loss potion. Charles contemplates whether such a potion could make Aubrey fall in love with him, despite his current ruined standing and lack of support.

In the hospital, Aubrey receives the items brought earlier, and Alpha Henry ensures she is never left alone, arranging for Barry and Perry to watch over her when he cannot. Perry brings a green-eyed Omega werewolf, whom Aubrey finds somewhat strange. Aubrey’s wolf, Ella, remains missing, slowing her healing process, so she must stay in the hospital until she recovers. Upon discharge, Alpha Henry personally picks her up, and she is warmly welcomed by Adelyn at home, where the family shares a harmonious dinner, celebrating Aubrey’s survival as a sign of good fortune.

Aubrey and Alpha Henry discuss plans for the she-wolves from the Mountain Pack, deciding to build a sanatorium where they can live and work independently if they wish. They also arrange a burial site for the werewolves who died in the prison, including children, refusing to hide the tragedy. The outside world speculates about the poisoning of the Mountain Pack, fueled by rumors secretly spread by Alpha Henry implicating a werewolf from the King’s City.

After dinner, Alpha Henry scoops Aubrey up despite her protests, declaring he is taking her somewhere. Ignoring the amused looks from the servants, he carries her to his room, suggesting a private moment or important conversation is about to unfold.

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“I don’t!”

Aubrey protested in his arms. Alpha Henry said no more, just held her tighter, as if trying to knead her into his own flesh and blood.

At the door of the hospital room, Alpha Mateo and Charles, who had returned with their purchases, saw this scene, and their expressions couldn’t help but turn ugly.

Aubrey hadn’t lost her memory. They had no chance….

Alpha Mateo’s face darkened. He shoved the things he was holding into Charles’s arms and turned to leave.

Charles didn’t say anything either. He stood quietly for a moment, placed the items on the floor by the door, and left.

In the parking lot, he happened to run into Alpha Mateo, who was on his way out.

“How about we take a trip to the Southern Continent together? I hear a witch over there is selling a memory–loss potion,” Alpha Mateo called out.

“Sure,” Charles replied casually, then opened his own car door and got in.

Alpha Mateo raised an eyebrow, then smiled and drove away first.

After he left, Charles’s hands, gripping the steering wheel, suddenly tightened. A memory–loss potion… If Aubrey lost her memory, would that make her fall in love with him?

He had nothing now. The Lynn family had fallen, his father was imprisoned for his crimes, and his own inaction, as well as his defense of Aubrey, had made his relatives extremely dissatisfied with him. He had no home.

He was left with only Candy and that small apartment…

Inside the hospital, a nurse finally discovered the items at the door and helped bring them in.

Alpha Henry just said he had someone buy them, and Aubrey accepted them with a smile.

For the next two days, Aubrey was never left alone. When Alpha Henry wasn’t there, he had Barry come and watch her. When Barry was too busy, he had Perry come over. When Perry came, he also brought a green- eyed Omega werewolf–although Aubrey thought she was a bit strange.

Moreover, her wolf Ella still hadn’t reappeared, which meant she couldn’t speed up her own healing. She could only stay in the hospital and wait for the wounds to heal slowly.

On the day she was discharged, Alpha Henry came to pick her up personally.

After returning home, Aubrey received an enthusiastic hug from Adelyn! As the family ate dinner together in harmony, Adelyn even exclaimed that surviving a great catastrophe meant good fortune would follow.

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As for the she–wolves from the Mountain Pack, Aubrey and Alpha Henry had also discussed it. They would build a sanatorium for them, settle them all there, and provide part–time work so they could support themselves. If those she–wolves wanted to go out, they wouldn’t be stopped.

And for the werewolves who died, they also sectioned off a piece of land in the Shadowmoon Pack, helped bury them, and erected tombstones. Everyone in the prison had died, including the children….

Alpha Henry chose not to suppress this matter. Now, the outside world was discussing who could be so vicious as to poison the entire Mountain Pack, not even sparing the children.

With more people discussing it, all sorts of speculations naturally emerged, including the rumor Alpha Henry had Cam secretly spread–that someone had seen a werewolf from the King’s City at the prison around that time…

After talking about these things, dinner was finished.

Seeing Adelyn had left, Alpha Henry glanced at Aubrey, then reached out and scooped her up into his arms.

Aubrey let out a small cry. “What are you doing?! Put me down!”

But Alpha Henry wouldn’t. He said eagerly, “I’m taking you somewhere!”

With that, ignoring the teasing looks from the many servants, he carried Aubrey to his room.

The chapter closes on a tender yet charged moment between Aubrey and Alpha Henry, encapsulating the deepening bond forged through trials and unwavering support. Despite the shadows cast by past betrayals and the lingering scars of loss, there is a quiet resilience in their connection, underscored by Henry’s protective embrace and Aubrey’s reluctant acceptance. The delicate balance of care and vulnerability highlights the emotional core of their relationship, where love persists amidst uncertainty and pain.

Simultaneously, the chapter weaves themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the quest for healing—not only for Aubrey but for the wider community affected by tragedy. The efforts to honor the fallen and provide refuge for the survivors reflect a commitment to justice and compassion, offering a glimmer of hope amid sorrow. As the characters navigate their intertwined fates, the narrative gently reminds us that even in the darkest moments, the promise of renewal and the strength of human (and werewolf) connection endure.

The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the tangled web of emotions and power struggles that bind Aubrey and the Alphas around her. As Alpha Henry’s protective hold tightens and the shadows of past betrayals loom, Aubrey’s inner strength will be tested like never before. The uneasy peace at home contrasts sharply with the dark undercurrents swirling outside, hinting that the sanctuary she’s found may soon face new threats—both from within and beyond.

Meanwhile, the uneasy alliance between Alpha Mateo and Charles, sparked by a mysterious memory-loss potion, suggests that desperation might push them toward dangerous choices. Aubrey’s memories and feelings are at stake, but so is the fragile balance of power between rival factions. As secrets unravel and loyalties shift, the coming chapter will explore how far each character is willing to go to claim what they desire—and what they might lose in the process. Expect tension, emotional confrontations, and the stirring of long-buried conflicts that could change everything.

Sara Lili

Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.