Crippled Luna's Farewell Half A Life Without My Alpha's Deadly Deception novel Chapter 16

Chapter 16 

In the afternoon, Sarah wandered aimlessly through the pack’s territory.. familiar, yet somehow 

distant. 

Her footsteps slowed, hesitating as she debated whether to share one last dinner with them before 

leaving. 

Her internal conflict was abruptly interrupted by a mind–link from Arnold, delivered in his usual 

clipped and emotionless tone: 

“Something came up. Dinner is canceled.” 

Sarah froze mid–step, her breath catching in her throat. She shouldn’t have been surprised. Disappointment had long since become a companion in her marriage. 

It wasn’t the first time he’d canceled plans with her–and likely wouldn’t be the last. 

After all, whether he was meeting a business partner, a friend, or even spending time with Linda, everything else seemed more important than her. 

The shrill ring of the school bell jolted Sarah from her daze. 

It was then that she noticed her surroundings. 

Unknowingly, her wandering feet had brought her to the school where Alex studied. 

The gates swung open, releasing a flood of students. 

Her gaze instinctively sought him out. 

Alex stood out easily, his sharp features already reflecting Arnold’s near–perfect looks. He was going to be a striking man one day. 

Sarah’s lips parted, ready to call out to him, but the words died on her tongue. 

A brilliant smile lit up Alex’s face–not for her–but for someone else. 

He dashed across the crowd and threw his arms around a tall, long–haired woman. 

“Aunt Linda! Did you come to pick me up for dinner?” 

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Linda’s smile was warm, but her eyes glinted with triumph. 

“Of course, sweetheart. Your father is already waiting for us in the dining room.” 

She took Alex’s hand, leading him toward a sleek limousine. 

Sarair’s breath caught in her throat, She knew that car well–she had chosen it herself, specifically for its spacious cabin, perfect for family trips, 

But now, another woman sat inside it. 

Her heart pounded painfully as she flagged down a nearby cab. 

Sliding into the back seat, she gave the driver a single command. 

“Follow that car,” 

The driver obeyed, weaving through traffic until the limousine pulled up in front of an upscale 

restaurant, 

Sarah’s stomach churned as she took in the name of the place. 

It was the same restaurant she had suggested countless times for family dinners, only to be brushed off by Arnold with excuses. 

Through the wide windows, she could see them.. the perfect picture of a family. 

Arnold, Linda, and Alex sat together, laughing and smiling in a way Sarah hadn’t seen in years. 

Arnold’s eyes lingered on Linda, warm and full of admiration. 

It was a look Sarah had longed for but never received. Her breath hitched as her nails dug into her palms. 

So that was his reason for canceling. 

Sarah forced herself to smile, though her chest felt hollow. 

Her gaze lingered on the scene a moment longer before the driver interrupted her thoughts. 

“Miss, are you getting out?” 

She shook her head, voice faint. “No. Take me home.” 

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Hey fingers brushed against her bag, feeling the weight of the divorce papers inside. 

She had prepared them long ago but never found the courage to bring them out. 

Warrentons spent their lives searching for their fated mate, and Sarah had thought she’d found hers 

the moment she caught Arnold’s scent earthy and rich, like pine and aged cigars. 

It was intoxicating, the kind of scent that spoke of strength and elegance. 

“Mate…” Lena, her wolf, had whispered with overwhelming joy. 

Sarah had believed in the Moon Goddess’s blessing. She’d believed it would be enough. 

But Arnold had never loved her. 

If she hadn’t fallen pregnant with his heir after that drunken night, he would never have married 

She had spent almost seven years waiting for him to see her.. to truly see her. 

Now, she finally understood. Some dreams weren’t meant to be. 

When Sarah arrived home, she placed the divorce papers on her desk. 

The documents were meticulously detailed. 

Once Arnold signed them, they would need to present the papers to the werewolf council to make the separation official. 

The rejection ceremony required the presence of the council elders. 

It was a long and arduous process.. fitting for the severing of a bond that was meant to last a lifetime. 

Sarah exhaled softly, brushing her fingers over the papers one last time before turning away. 

She dragged her suitcase to the waiting cab, gave the driver an address, and didn’t look back. 

The driver hesitated, glancing at Sarah through the rearview mirror. 

“Are you sure, miss? It’s quite far, and it could take hours to get there.” 

Sarah’s gaze remained steady, her voice calm but resolute. “Yes. Just take me there.” 

It was the place she used to call home.. a place that now felt like a distant memory. 

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By the time Arnold and Alex returned to the villa, the clock had already struck past nine. 

“Dad, I don’t want to go home,” Alex whined, clinging tightly to Linda’s arm as though letting go would make her disappear. 

Linda ran her fingers gently through his hair, her tone soft and coaxing. 

“Be a good boy, Alex. Go home, or your mom will feel sad.” 

“That’s not the way to convince him,” Arnold interjected, his tone indifferent. “You should’ve said, ‘If you don’t come home, your mom’s coming on a trip with us.“” 

“No way!” 

Alex’s eyes widened in horror. He jumped out of the car, his voice sharp with protest. 

“I don’t want her to ruin our travel plans!” 

Linda shot Arnold a reproachful look, but he only smirked, leaning in to drop a light kiss on her 

cheek. 

Turning to the driver, he gave a quick instruction. “Take Linda home safely.” 

When Arnold stepped inside the villa, the maid was already waiting in the foyer. 

She handed him a sealed envelope with a respectful bow. 

“Alpha, this is the letter Luna left for you.”