Alpha's Regret: The Seventh Time was Forever

Chapter 358: I like the woman you have chosen

The shaman fell silent for a long moment instead of answering right away.

She studied Voren with those ancient eyes of hers, as if she could see far beyond the walls of the room and straight into the heart of whatever future lay ahead.

"Do you truly want to restore the mate bond?" Her voice stayed calm, but there was something deeper and heavier hidden beneath the surface. "Things may not unfold the way you expect."

Voren’s jaw tightened, his hands slowly curling into fists at his sides as he held her gaze without flinching. "What I started," he answered with firm resolve, "I will finish."

The shaman watched him for another beat before giving a small nod. "You are determined." A faint smile curled the corner of her lips. "The Blood Moon Festival must be held after the next full moon. Between now and then, I need to isolate myself and prepare for what is coming."

Voren frowned, the way she spoke making it feel like something much bigger and more serious than just a ceremony was on the horizon. He drew in a slow breath.

"I’m not afraid of whatever’s ahead," he admitted, "but I’d appreciate some kind of warning." His eyes narrowed slightly. "What exactly is coming?"

The shaman’s smile widened, but it was that same mysterious kind that gave answers without really giving any at all. "This is all I am permitted to say." Her gaze softened unexpectedly. "But I like the woman you have chosen."

Voren’s expression eased a little at that. The old woman continued, her voice warm with quiet wisdom. "If you wish to keep her, make sure she is always happy."

she will stand beside you

her words strange at all. In fact, they lined up perfectly with what he already planned to do. Making Seraphine happy wasn’t some chore or burden. It was something he genuinely wanted more

comfort, and happiness that the old pain she’d carried for years finally

on his

turned around. "I shall take my leave now." She glanced over at the sleeping Seraphine. "When she wakes up,

her body thoroughly, and change her clothes." She pointed toward Seraphine with gentle emphasis. "And remember to keep

single, firm

the door. Her movements were so light and effortless that she almost seemed to float rather than walk. By the time the door closed softly behind her, it felt as though

solved a mystery that had lingered unanswered for many years. But that truth wasn’t meant to come out today. Everything would be revealed

gone, Voren pulled out his phone and called Ravyn. The call connected almost immediately. "Voren," Ravyn said, sounding relieved. "Are you back at the pack already? Should

nearly rolled his eyes. "There’s no need," he replied calmly. "I have an appointment in the city. I’m already

the other end, Ravyn opened his mouth to argue, but Voren knew him too well. Before Ravyn could get a single word out, he

schedule. Announce that the Blood Moon Festival will be held one month after the Full Moon

object, Voren ended the call.

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