The Alpha King's Contracted Luna (Ava and Grayson) novel Chapter 124

Chapter 124 

-Ava’s POV- 

The room tilted around me, as if the world itself had shifted. My heart hammered against my ribs, every beat an explosion of rage. My wolf snarled, its fury palpable at the very thought of what my mother had just said. “Signed me over?” I repeated the words in my head, unable to comprehend them. Was I truly hearing this correctly? Was I nothing more than some sor of possession to be passed around at her whim? 

Grayson wouldn’t do that. 

There was this even coming from? 

What kind of twisted game was she playing? 

I opened my mouth, intending to protest, to set the record straight, but the words caught in my throat, choking me. The silence hung thick in the air, suffocating, until Isabella’s voice broke through. 

“What the hell are you talking about? Grayson wouldn’t do that,” she spat, her eyes blazing with defiance. “Scratch that- Lilian isn’t a piece of property, and I suggest you leave.” 

My mother’s gaze hardened, her lips curling into a sneer as she looked at me. “I see you are still letting disrespectful brats speak on your behalf.” 

The words snapped something inside me. The shock and confusion evaporated, replaced by something cold and sharp. I unlinked my hand from Isabella’s and stalked towards my mother, each step purposeful and filled with intent. “Outside. Now.” 

The faintest smirk tugged at the corner of my mother’s lips before she made a show of stepping out into the hallway, just a few paces behind me. I didn’t waste a second before I turned on her, my voice low and filled with anger. “Grayson would never sign me over to you, no matter what twisted reason you’ve come up with. I’m not his property.” 

The conviction in my words surprised even me. My voice was steady, clear, and unyielding. 

My mother’s smile was infuriatingly calm. “Of course, you’re not. Grayson didn’t sign you to me because somehow, you’ve managed to worm your way into that dark heart of his. The man looks like he’d move mountains for you. And if it were t nyone else, I might actually be impressed and proud of you for it.” 

My blood boiled. “Get to the point, Mother.” 

She narrowed her eyes, her tone cold, almost dismissive. “You’ve truly lost all respect, do you know that?” 

“And you’re wasting my time,” I shot back. “Do you know that?” 

She sighed, as if she were the one patiently enduring some great trial. “As you know, the Pierces throw their annual ball every year. While you’ve gone out of your way to turn into someone I hardly recognize, acting recklessly, there are still many who aren’t aware of your recent actions. I’d prefer to keep it that way.” 

My arms folded across my chest. “So what? You came here to humiliate me publicly and then expect me to play nice at your precious ball to save your face? What kind of twisted logic do you have in that brain of yours?” 

Her eyes flashed with a dangerous gleam. “Watch your tone.” 

“No,” I shot back, my voice cutting through the tension. “You watch it. I’m not going to any Pierce ball–now or ever again. I 

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was disowned, remember? Let’s keep it that way. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a party to plan.” 

I turned to leave, but she grabbed my arm, her grip painful. “You insolent child,” 

My wolf surged to the surface, and my eyes blackened with barely–contained rage. “Don’t touch me.” 

Her eyes widened in shock. “So it’s true. You do have your wolf” 

I pushed past her, ignoring her words as I made my way back down the hall. But just as I thought I was free, her voice stopped me dead in my tracks, 

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If there’s one thing you should have learned by now, Ava, it’s that no matter how far you run, no matter how much power 

think you’ve gained, I will always have the ability to make you second–guess yourself. I know exactly what buttons to press to make you fall in line, just like I did just now. I made you, Ava. I molded you. And I can break you with a snap of my fingers.” 

I turned slowly, my expression one of disbelief. “Do you even hear yourself? What kind of mother says that to her own child?” 

She scoffed, a cruel smile tugging at her lips. “I thought you weren’t my child anymore.” 

I shook my head, my emotions a whirlpool of frustration and exhaustion. “I’m done with this. Have a nice life.” 

I started to walk away again, but her voice followed me like a haunting echo. 

“I sent that man to get information about Grayson’s company.” 

My heart skipped a beat, my blood running cold. I stopped dead in my tracks, every muscle in my body tensing. “You what?” I choked out, my voice hoarse with disbelief. “Do you have any idea what Grayson will do to you?” 

She waved a hand dismissively. “He already knows. In fact…” She took a step closer, her voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper. “That brings me to the real reason I’m here. I made him an offer when he came to confront me after he found out. I told him to break whatever hold he has on you and let you come back to me. And do you know what he did? He refused 

my 

offer but now I see the truth that even if he had said yes, you still wouldn’t have agreed to leave him. Grayson Blackwood isn’t the problem. You are. Because you are in love with him.” 

My mouth went dry. My breath caught in my throat. For a moment, I struggled to find words. 

But her smug smile only grew wider, as if she’d just won some victory. “Don’t try to deny it, I can see it in your eyes. You might think you’ve changed, but I still know you. I know you better than anyone. And I know you’ll be at that ball. In exchange, I’ll give you the same offer I gave Grayson. I’ll tell you everything I know about the curse hanging over his head.” My world tilted once more, the ground shifting beneath me. Grayson… cursed? Was that even possible? 

“I see you didn’t know about it,” she continued, a gleam in her eyes. “I’ve always said the Blackwoods were tainted. The curse is just the beginning. But since I’m feeling generous, I’ll tell you everything I know–if you attend the ball and play the part of the daughter I raised you to be.” 

I stood there, stunned, the words still swirling in my head. The curse… what was she talking about? 

I was completely at a loss for words, my mind racing, but her eyes gleamed with satisfaction. She knew she’d won, and she knew I would have no choice but to comply. 

“I’ll send you the invitation. Save the date,” she added, her gaze sweeping over my clothes. “And try to look presentable this time.” 

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With that, she turned and walked away, her footsteps echoing through the hall. 

I called after her, “I really can’t stand you.” 

But she didn’t break her stride. Instead, she tossed back one final parting shot: “I’ll always be a part of who you are, no matter how much you fight it.” 

She disappeared around the corner, leaving me standing there with a thousand questions swirling in my head. 

Grayson was cursed? 

He had spoken with her? 

Did he really know she sent the man? 

What had happened to all the promises of no more secrets between us? 

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I pulled my phone out and immediately dialed Grayson’s number, but it went straight to voicemail. Frustration flared inside me, and I tried again—same result. My mind spun, not knowing what to do, when Isabella’s voice broke through my thoughts. 

“Lilian, are you okay?” 

I turned to face her, wondering if she’d overheard anything, but her concerned expression told me she hadn’t. 

I shook my head, forcing a smile. “Yes, I’m fine. I think I am. I just… I need to find Grayson. Now.” 

Her eyes narrowed in confusion. “He really offered you up as a property?” 

I sighed, feeling the weight of everything pressing on me. “No, Bels, but I need to speak with him. Now.”