My Claws Were Sharp, But His Love Cut Deeper Novel

Chapter 3 When I opened my eyes again , Lyra stood by the bed , looking at me with tearful eyes .

Im so sorry , Yara .

If it werent for me , you wouldnt be hurt so badly .

I stared at her silently .

Had I not shifted my body at the last moment , that knife would have killed me .

Simon held her close : Silly girl , shes my shadow guard .

This is her duty .

You dont need to blame yourself .

The wound ached terribly , but it was nothing compared to the pain in my heart .

Lyra sniffled , placing an ornate jar on the table : Yara , I brought you some healing salve .

Make sure to apply it .

I forced a smile : Thank you for your concern , future Luna .

Ill be fine .

As a shadow guard , Id suffered far worse injuries .

After they left , I couldnt maintain my composure and fell back asleep .

When I awoke , night had fallen , and a dark figure sat at the edge of my bed .

Recognizing Simon , I tried to rise .

He pushed me back down , his brows furrowed : Yara , youve gotten sloppy .

I didnt defend myself .

I deserve punishment , Alpha .

The room fell into silence .

After a long while, Simon sighed : Rest well .

You dont need to report for duty these next few days .

I acknowledged with a quiet sound .

Decnor 1.3 % Chapter 3 Yet strangely , Simon remained seated , showing no intention of leaving , and I had no energy to deal with him .

Before I knew it , I had drifted off again .

In my dream , I thought I heard a sigh filled with helplessness and compassion .

I figured it must be an illusion how could the mighty Alpha ever show such emotion for someone like me ? I slept until midday .

Upon waking , I heard that Simon and Lyras mating ceremony had been moved up .

It would happen in two days the same day I planned to leave .

I also learned that after I was injured , Simon had carried me back himself .

He was always like this inflicting a wound , then offering a small comfort .

This time , I wouldnt fall for it again .

I quietly packed my belongings .

There wasnt much to pack anyway .

After more than a decade by his side , my possessions were pitiful just a few clothes and a silver dagger , nothing more .

The dagger was a gift from Simon when I completed my first mission as a shadow guard .

I had never been without it for ten years .

I stared at it , then silently removed it from my luggage .

If I was making a clean break , it should be complete .

The night before my departure , Lyra unexpectedly came to my door .

She said she had no close female friends and felt a connection with me , wanting me to attend her during the mating ceremony .

Lyra looked at me with seemingly innocent eyes , but I didnt miss the flash of malice behind them .

1.5 % Chapter 3 At that moment , I finally confirmed that she had deliberately tried to have me killed that day .

She knew about my secret relationship with Simon .

Despite recognizing her scheme , as a subordinate , I had no right to refuse .

With Simons approval , I accompanied Lyra back to her pack .

She claimed there werent enough rooms and sent me to a damp , cold storage closet .

I spent the night huddled against the firewood , my wound throbbing again .

The next morning , an omega woke me early , ordering me to help Lyra dress and prepare her hair .

She sat while I knelt , and when I accidentally pulled her hair , Lyra turned and slapped me .

Worthless bitch , you cant even do this simple task .

I suppressed my pain : Sorry future Luna , I deserve punishment .

Lyra snorted , lifting my chin , her eyes no longer showing any trace of the previous days innocence and kindness , replaced only by contempt and disgust .

I thought after serving Alpha Simon for so long , youd be better at this sort of thing .

Or are you so used to his favor that you dont take me seriously ? I lowered my head : I wouldnt dare .

She scoffed dismissively : Once I become the Luna of the Silver Ridge Pack , you should know what you can and cannot do .

I smiled silently .

After today , I doubted we would ever meet again .

Seeing my compliance , Lyra didnt torment me further .

When the time came , I helped her arrived the Pack edge , unexpectedly meeting Simons gaze .

He sat proudly on his ceremonial mount , dressed in formal attire .

I had imagined this scene 1.60 % Chapter 3 countless times , but seeing it in person still pierced my heart .

I forced myself to look away , helping Lyra to her carriage .

She waved away the footstool brought by other wolves , gesturing toward me with her chin .

You .

Kneel .

I instinctively looked toward Simon .

His lips were pressed tight , but he said nothing .

I understood his meaning .

Under everyones watchful eyes , I knelt on the ground , bending forward to let Lyra step on my back to enter the carriage .

She deliberately stepped hard , grinding her heel into my wounded shoulder .

Soon , the scent of blood reached my nose .

The wound had reopened .

Enduring the tearing pain , I followed the procession back to the Silver Ridge Pack , watching Simon and Lyra complete their mating ceremony .

When it was all over , I took my packed bag and left without looking back .

Simon , farewell ! ♡ ( 0 )