Chapter 9 

By the time he came to his senses, most of his territory had been seized, and he was dethroned, a mere failure. 

He also grew to hate Riley for conspiring against him. And without his protection. Riley was as helpless as a lamb to the slaughter. She was completely at the mercy of those who wanted to exploit her, and her fate was sealed. 

Liam sent Riley to the coldest region in the North, where, after months of torment, she ended her own life. Her sins had finally caught up with her. 

for him, when he found out he had bone rot disease, he simply gave up, choosing to spend his remaining days in Silver Moon Valley, using it as a way to escape his guilt. 

I unblocked him. The most recent message was: “Seraphina, if I spend the rest of my life in Silver Moon Valley, will you forgive me?” His voice was full of remorse, desperate for my forgiveness, yearning for salvation, for a return to the past. 

My only reaction was to silently applaud. The Moon Goddess is just after all, ensuring everyone gets what they deserve. My inner wolf was rejoicing in his tragic fate. 

As for talking to Liam, that would never happen. I wanted him to live each day with his remorse. I would never forgive him. his sins were unforgivable and he needed to spend the rest of his days repenting for them.. 

Another winter arrived, bringing the first snow. I found myself standing outside Caspian’s apartment building again. After taking a brief glance upwards, I tightened my coat and turned to leave, trying to suppress my feelings, not wanting to fall back into that abyss. 

Then, a black umbrella appeared over my head. It was Caspian, who had shed his boyish features and become a mature werewolf. His gaze was unwavering, and his wolf had fully awakened, making him a strong protector. 

He smiled at me, “Still leaving again this year?” his voice gentle, full of hope. He was still waiting, he had never given up on me, his love was so resolute. 

I didn’t answer, I just pulled him close, finally finding the shoulder I could lean on, finally finding my belonging, my one and only mate. 

I had always been a coward, because a failed relationship had kept me from loving, and it had pushed away the people who loved me. I was scared to get hurt again, I was scared to lose again. 

Thank you, Caspian, for still waiting. I will spend the rest of my life repaying you for your steadfast love, and I will cherish your love for me, and use my life to protect you.