A Sisters Smile
904 Words
The silence in the hall grew heavy after Sophia wrapped her arm around Damien.
Elena stood frozen.
Her mind struggled to understand what was happening.
Sophia had always been affectionate with people in the pack, but this felt different. The way she leaned against Damien, the way her fingers rested comfortably on his arm it was almost possessive.
Damien slowly removed her hand.
His eyes were still fixed on Elena.
The tension between them pulsed like an invisible current.“So,Sophia said lightly, breaking the silence, “does this mean you two have discovered something interesting?
Her tone was playful, but there was a sharp edge beneath it.
Elena swallowed.
“My wolf… recognized him,she said softly.
Several wolves nearby gasped quietly.
A few curious whispers spread through the crowd.
Sophia’s smile tightened.Oh? she said. How surprising.
Damien finally spoke, his deep voice calm but strained.
“It seems… fate has made its decision.
For a brief moment, hope flickered inside Elena’s chest.
Maybe things would be okay.
Maybe her life was finally changing.
But when she looked at Sophia again, something cold settled in her stomach.
Her sister’s eyes were dark with something Elena had never seen before.
Jealousy.
Sophia clapped her hands suddenly, drawing attention.
Well, she laughed, “This calls for a celebration!”
The tension in the hall loosened as people began talking again.
Music slowly filled the room, and servants started bringing drinks to the guests.
Sophia turned to Elena with a bright smile.
“You must be overwhelmed,” she said sweetly. Come, let’s get you something to drink.”
Elena hesitated.
But Sophia was already guiding her toward a nearby table.
Two glasses of sparkling wine waited there.
Sophia handed one to her.
To new beginnings, she said cheerfully.
Elena smiled nervously and lifted the glass.
To new beginnings.
The wine tasted sweet and slightly bitter.
She didn’t notice the small satisfied look that crossed Sophia’s face as she watched her drink.
Across the hall, Damien was surrounded by pack members congratulating him.
But every few seconds, his gaze drifted back toward Elena.
The mate bond between them was growing stronger by the minute.
Elena could feel it.
Her wolf felt warm and restless, pacing inside her chest.
Maybe everything really would be okay.
Maybe fate had chosen well after all. Sophia suddenly leaned closer.
“You should rest for a moment,” she murmured gently. “You look pale.”
Elena blinked.
The room seemed warmer than before.
Her head felt strangely light.
I’m fine she said quietly.
But when she tried to take another step, the floor tilted slightly beneath her feet.
Sophia quickly grabbed her arm.
“Oh dear, she said softly. You’re definitely not fine.
Elena frowned.
Her vision blurred for a moment.What did I drink?
Just wine,Sophia said smoothly.
But something in her voice made Elena uneasy.
The music in the hall suddenly sounded distant.
Voices blended together like echoes.
Her body felt heavy.Very heavy.
I think I need to lie down,” Elena whispered.
Sophia smiled. Of course you do.
She guided Elena toward the exit of the hall.
The cool night air hit Elena’s face, but it didn’t help.
Her legs felt weak.Everything was spinning.
Sophia she murmured.Yes, dear sister?
I don’t feel right.Sophia’s smile slowly changed.
It wasn’t sweet anymore. It was cold, calculating.
You’re not supposed to feel right,” she said quietly.
Elena’s heart skipped. What?
But Sophia ignored her question and continued guiding her through the corridor leading to the pack house.
The hallway was quiet and dimly lit. Elena struggled to stay conscious.
Sophia where are we going? To fix a little problem,” Sophia replied.
Her voice was calm. Almost amused.
They stopped in front of a door.
Sophia pushed it open.
The scent inside the room hit Elena instantly.
Warm. Familiar.
Her wolf stirred weakly
Mate.
Her eyes widened slightly.
This was Damien’s room.
Sophia… why are we here?
Sophia helped her stumble inside.
Then gently pushed her onto the bed.
Elena tried to sit up, but her body refused to cooperate.
The drug was taking full effect now.
Sophia leaned over her.
For the first time in their lives together
Elena saw her sister’s true face.
Cold.
Cruel.
Jealous.
You always take things that should belong to me,Sophia whispered.
Elena blinked slowly.
“I never
“Oh, don’t pretend,” Sophia interrupted softly. “You know how the pack loves you for your kindness.”
Her smile twisted slightly.
But kindness doesn’t make someone Luna.
Elena’s heart pounded weakly.
What are you doing…?
Sophia brushed Elena’s hair away from her face.
“You see,” she said calmly, “Damien was always supposed to be mine.”
The words echoed inside Elena’s fading mind.
No
But fate made a mistake tonight, Sophia continued.
So I’m simply correcting it.
Footsteps suddenly approached outside the room.
Sophia’s smile widened.
Perfect timing.
Elena tried to move.
Tried to speak.
But her body wouldn’t obey.
The door slowly opened.
And the tall figure of Alpha Damien stepped into the room.
His eyes immediately landed on the bed.
On Elena.
And the moment he saw her lying there…
His expression turned dark with anger.
Sophia gasped dramatically.
“Damien!” she cried.
Her voice trembled perfectly.
I tried to stop her!
Elena’s heart dropped.
And in that moment
She realized the trap had already closed around her.
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