His Luna’s Rejection, Her Alpha’s Mistake

Chapter Nine

As Anna turned to see who had called out to her, she was surprised to see Ethan, the patrol officer of the pack, watching her with a curious expression.

"I...I was taking a walk to clear my head," Anna replied, trying to keep her voice steady despite the nervous flutter in her stomach.

Ethan's gaze lingered on her for a moment before he spoke again. "Is everything alright, Anna? You seem troubled. If there's anything you need to talk about, I'm here to listen."

Anna hesitated, unsure of how much to reveal to Ethan. She knew he was loyal to Xavier and the pack, and she didn't want to risk him reporting her actions to the alpha. But there was something in Ethan's eyes gave her a flicker of hope, a sense of understanding that she hadn't felt from anyone else in the pack.

"I...I appreciate your concern, Ethan. It's just...things are complicated right now," Anna admitted, her voice barely above a whisper.

Ethan stepped closer to her, his expression one of genuine care. "I may be a patrol officer, but I'm also a friend. You can trust me, Anna. Whatever it is, I'll do my best to help." Anna smiled and shook her head, politely declining his offer. She didn't want anyone to know she had been to see Sage, of all people, since she couldn't afford to have anything happen to her.

As Ethan watched Anna politely decline his offer of help, he couldn't shake off the feeling that there was more to her troubles than she was letting on. He respected her decision not to confide in him, but a sense of unease gnawed at him as he watched her walk away.

After Anna had left, Ethan stood there momentarily, lost in thought. He knew his duty as a patrol officer was to protect the pack and ensure its unity, but he also valued honesty and trust among its members. The inner conflict between his loyalty to Xavier and his concern for Anna weighed heavily on his mind. Anna had always had a special place in his heart, and he had always hoped she would notice him.

Deciding to trust his instincts, Ethan made a discreet decision to keep an eye on Anna and see if he could uncover the source of her troubles. He knew he was risking Xavier's trust by questioning Anna's actions, but he couldn't ignore the feeling that there was more at stake than pack dynamics.

Anna moved stealthily through the shadows, her heart pounding in her chest. She knew she had to be careful to avoid being seen by anyone else in the pack as she returned to the pack house. Every rustle of leaves, every snap of a twig, sent a shiver of fear down her spine.

She moved with cat-like grace, her senses heightened as she navigated the familiar terrain of the forest, her keen eyes scanning the darkness for any signs of danger. The branches swayed gently in the night breeze, casting eerie shadows on the forest floor as Anna approached the pack house, her breath coming in quick, shallow gasps.

Finally, as she approached the pack house, Anna could see the lights still on in some of the windows, indicating that there were still pack members awake. She knew she had to be careful, to stay out of sight and avoid any potential encounters that could jeopardise her mission. Spraying herself down with the spray that Sage had given her to hide her scent from anyone knowing what she was up to.

Gently, she crouched down very low and kept to the shadows; Anna moved swiftly towards the back entrance of the pack house, her heart racing as she tried to remain undetected. She could hear the low hum of voices coming from inside, the sounds of laughter and chatter carrying on the night air.

As she reached the back door, Anna paused momentarily, her hand trembling slightly as she reached for the door handle. With a quick, silent twist, she slipped inside the pack house, the familiar scent of the pack members filling her senses.

She moved quickly and quietly, her eyes scanning the hallway for any signs of movement. She could hear voices coming from the standard room, the sounds of footsteps echoing down the hallway. With each passing moment, her fear grew, her breath coming in short, sharp bursts.

As she reached his door, Anna's hands trembled with nerves and adrenaline. She knew that one wrong move could spell disaster, but she also knew that she had to go through with her plan, no matter the risks.

Taking a deep breath to steady herself, Anna pushed open the door to Xavier's room and slipped inside. The room was dimly lit, the only illumination coming from the soft glow of the moonlight that filtered through the window. Xavier's bed was neatly made, the room silent and still as he had yet to return from his nightly patrol.

Anna wasted no time, moving swiftly towards Xavier's pillow. With a steady hand, she sprinkled the herbs she had gathered earlier that day onto the pillow, their fragrant scent filling the room as she completed her task.

Just as she finished, footsteps approaching the room sent a shiver of fear down Anna's spine. She knew that Xavier was coming, and she had to escape before he discovered her presence.

With a glance around the room to ensure that everything appeared undisturbed, Anna quickly slipped out the door and disappeared into the shadows of the corridor. She moved with the skill and grace of a huntress, her senses sharp as she listened for any sign of Xavier's approach.

Just as she reached the end of the hallway, the door to Xavier's room opened, and he stepped out into the corridor. Anna held her breath, her heart pounding in her chest as she watched him gaze around the empty hallway, a frown creasing his brow.

"Is someone there?" Xavier called out, his voice echoing through the stillness of the night. Anna's pulse quickened, the fear of being caught threatening to overwhelm her as she remained hidden in the shadows.

But just as Xavier began to turn towards her hiding spot, a sudden distraction caught his attention. A howl rose in the distance, its mournful sound piercing the silence of the night. Xavier's expression hardened, his pack instincts kicking in as he turned away from Anna's hiding place and headed towards the source of the disturbance.

Anna breathed a silent sigh of relief, her tension easing as Xavier's footsteps faded. With a deep breath, she slipped out of her hiding spot and collided right into Martha.

“What are you up to, omega?” she asked with her hands on her hips and lips formed into a thin line.