Rejected Luna: Royal Blood

ver everything. The fire had died down to embers, leaving a comforting warmth in the air. As I lay there, s

ures stepped inside. My heart leapt into my throat as I recognized them instantly-Alph

ercing shade of icy blue, seemed to hold an intensity that could freeze you in place with just one look. He was dressed in a dark, tailored shirt that stretched across his broad shou

nd falling slightly over his forehead, giving him a more approachable, almost boyish look. His hazel eyes, however, were sharp and calculating, taking in every d

ollins's eyes locked onto mine, and I couldn't help but feel exposed, vulnerable under his intense gaze. Liam's expr

bre that commanded attention. It wasn't just a casual question; it was an i

ghter, ignoring the dull ache in my head. "I'm... better, thank you," I manage

nd was already moving on to more pressing matters. "Good," he said, his tone b

es on me, waiting for an explanation. My heart raced as I struggled to find the

ing slightly. "I didn't realize I had crossed into

a's expression softened slightly as he spoke. "You were found deep in the forest, far from any trails.

my hands, which were clenched tightly in my lap. "I didn't m

s's voice was sharper now, a hint

ure I could trust them with it. But there was something in Alpha Rollins's gaze-an unwaveri

ely above a whisper. "By my own pack. I was humili

could feel both men processing what I had said. I dared a glance up and saw that Alpha Rollins's expressio

is tone more thoughtful no

"I'm... different," I said finally, choosing my words carefully. "I haven't... s

down on me. I forced myself to meet their gaze, bracing for the inevitable jud

n remained unreadable. He studied me for a moment longer, then exc

being rejected by your pack," Alpha Rollins sum

ds trembled slightly as I clutched the blanket

u should have shifted by now," he said bluntly. "But you haven't. T

ny hint of mockery or pity. It was just

, my voice trem