CINDY'S POV
The pack council interrogated the girl, who was temporarily staying at the council's quarters while the investigation was ongoing. I didn't know what the deal was with her, but I was sure she wasn't telling the truth. I was the true owner of the necklace.
I was walking in the hallway of the quarters, taking Alpha Luis his lunchbox, when I turned the corner and saw Patricia, the girl who claimed to be the necklace's owner.
"I'm amazed you have the guts to be in the council's quarters when you're not the real Luna," Patricia said, crossing her arms.
"I am the real Luna," I emphasized. "You're the impostor, the alpha's ex-girlfriend trying to win him back to improve her reputation."
She looked surprised by my reply.
Did she think I would back down just because I look innocent? She was wrong. I had been through a lot at my old home at the hands of my stepmother and stepsisters. After years spent in Mr. Jerry's town and at the pub, I'd learned to fight back and stand up for myself. I was no longer someone who could be easily treated like an animal.
"Let's see," she said, raising an eyebrow. "When the investigation proves I'm the real owner of the necklace, you'd better pack your clothes before I throw them out of the mansion."
She walked past me, hitting my shoulder.
When I reached Alpha Luis's office, I gave him his lunchbox, and we spent some time talking and laughing. Then, someone knocked. Beta Eric entered.
"Alpha, the investigation is over. We need your presence in the meeting room to discuss the findings."
Alpha Luis looked at me and took my hand. We walked together to the meeting room, where the Gamma, the Omega, two elders, and Patricia were waiting.
Alpha Luis sat at the far end of the table, and I sat beside him.
"We've figured out Patricia's identity," Beta said, looking at Patricia. "She isn't the Alpha's Luna. She's just after Alpha's power. It's you, Ms. Cindy. You're his Luna."
"What? No!" Patricia shouted, slamming the table in rage. "You're deceived by that girl! I am the real Luna!"
I stood up. "If you won't accept the truth, you can leave."
At Alpha's whistle, two guardians entered, grabbed Patricia, and dragged her from the meeting room, amidst screams and protests.
"You did great," Alpha whispered after I sat down.
Because of the incident, Alpha Luis, wanting to avoid further damage to his reputation and prevent my humiliation, decided to parade us around the country.
We took a five-day trip in a float, showcasing my presence as his Luna. The float was surrounded by werewolf scouts and guardians to ensure our safety. The locals were cheering our presence. The radio constantly announced the parade and my status as the official Luna.
It was slightly embarrassing, but also great, that Alpha Luis wasn't ashamed to have me as his Luna. If it had been Henry, he would have certainly denied me. I wonder what he'll react with this. I hope he'll regret breaking up with me for Jenny and receive the karma he deserves.
We returned to Alpha's mansion safely. A small celebration was held in the banquet hall with the councils, elders, and powerful men from around the country. A small crowd applauded as Alpha and I walked the red carpet to our seats on stage.
The emcee kept the celebration lively with his witty punchlines. I laughed a couple of times, and during that, I noticed Alpha looking at me lovingly. After dinner, the audience lined up to give me gifts. Some gave vegetables, domestic animals, and plants; others gave packaged gifts.
When it was time to unwrap the gifts, all eyes were on me. I chose the red gift first because of a fascinating smell emitting from it. When I opened the gift, my eyes widen with shock and horror.
"It's a time bomb!"
