A Rejected Luna: Sold and Tamed

Raisin restaurant

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Diane intentionally waited for all the maids to evacuate the room before setting to leave. She had told them nothing about the Alpha's order to leave so she wanted to move quietly. She had decided on going to the human world to give it a try. She'd learn control over time and do her best not to get caught. Diane was almost out the pack's gate when the all too familiar scent hit her again. One that stimulated fright impulsively. Panic settled in, adrenaline pulsed through her veins, prompting her to run. To escape for her own safety but it was too late. It was already here. Her feet were glued to the ground, unmoving, her wolf winced, cowering as much as Diane did. She managed to get a grasp on herself, took a step back with every step the rogue took towards her. She never once thought of the possibility that the Rogue would be on rampage in this pack too. Rumor had it that it only Disturbed Crescent Pack for some unknown reason. Diane's feet soon stumbled on an obstacle. Her heart raced erratically as she hit the ground, Her back scraping against a tough gravel of the Stealth Pack's territory. The rogue wolf stood over her, his shadow lengthening over her figure. Blood curling screams escaped her lips and she cried for help. Unfortunately, everyone had gone into hiding. The pack's warrior was also nowhere to be seen. Diane clutched her bag, holding it closer to her chest, mentally preparing herself for what's to come... Death... The rogue doesn't let any of his victims go back alive. It kills them cruelly. She might have been lucky the first time, she doubts it'll be the same today. Diane's expression swarm with confusion when she noticed the rogue looking down at her with a curious expression when infact it should be launching its attack already. Although, Diane did try to back away again, but her strength failed her.

As the rogue wolf drew closer and began sniffing her, she realized that it wasn't trying to harm her.

To her surprise, the rogue wolf was gently nuzzling her neck. She couldn't believe her eyes. The wolf was showing her affection. Her tensed shoulders relaxed and she decided to take it as a bait to lure it. Maybe if she presented Alpha Asher the wolf, the freedom she's been seeking would be granted to her. She'd pay her adopted parents all the money they had used to bring her up the whole ten years of living with them, start a little life of her own.

As the wolf continued to sniff her, she realized that it wasn't just smelling her scent. It seemed to be communicating with her in some way. She could feel it probing her mind, trying to understand her thoughts and emotions.

As the rogue wolf pressed its nose against her forehead and closed its eyes, she felt a surge of energy coursing through her body. It was as if the wolf was passing on some kind of knowledge or wisdom that she had never experienced before.

The moment was abruptly cut short by the squish sound of an arrow which attached the wolf's neck. Diane gasped, staring back to where the attack came from. She was met with another surprise when she saw Alpha Xavier. He had another arrow aimed at the rogue wolf. An overwhelming sense to protect it from any more danger surged through her. She scrambled to her feet, positioning herself in front of the wolf.

'What the hell are you doing? Get down now!' her mate growled, glaring murderously at her.

By the time she succumbed, the wolf already pulled away and disappeared into the shadows. Diane was left feeling bewildered and confused. There's definitely something more to this whole situation than it looks.

The fear she felt earlier embraced her again. Except this time it's no effect of a rogue wolf. The Alpha's eyes were dark with rage. She stared at the ground, unable to meet his angry gaze.

'Did you just throw yourself in the way?? Trying to protect a blood thirsty rogue wolf?!!!' he thundered.

'I .. it .. I'm...' Diane stuttered..

'Isn't that the most wanted wolf in the Crescent Pack?!'.

'It is' she said in a small voice.

'I'll have them throw you in the dungeon for getting in my way! I would have caught that!'.

Diane fell to her knees. 'It was unintentional. Please show some mercy'.

He slowly handed his bow over to one of the guards...

'You are not allowed to leave the pack anymore. Resume your duties as the maid' he stated before turning around to leave, letting it slide this time.

Diane scurried to her feet and shakily went back into her room.

... Xavier slumped on his seat in the office, reminiscing his decision. He couldn't let her go. At least, not now. She'd be exposed to too many dangers and one thing he wouldn't want is her being exposed to danger.

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And so, Diane's boring, bully filled life continued. With every passing day, it got worse with absolutely no body to come to her rescue. Her wolf was weak, making it impossible to fight in very crucial times. For days now, she has not crossed paths with the Alpha. Something that's an actual blessing for her. At least, she was free of those dark, heated, and hostile glares of his. After the day of the incident with the rogue wolf, he had asked her to stay back and continue her work as a maid. A decision Diane was rather satisfied with to an extent. The garden continued to remain her only source of solace.

Diane was heading back to the mansion after spending her free time in the garden when she overheard two girls talking about the launch of a new restaurant in the pack. Due to the opening, the restaurant needed staff and at least three vacancies are available for whoever is ready to fill in. Diane saw this as a great opportunity to work and earn a keep for herself.

She immediately started to trail behind the girls.

'Excuse me? Please can I know where exactly the restaurant is located?' she politely asked, a small smile on her face.

Rather than getting responses from them, she was unapologetically ignored.

'I can't believe the outcast of the pack wants to talk with us..' one of the girls scoffed while walking away.

Diane fondled her fingers and took it upon herself to find wherever the restaurant is... The scorching sun did nothing to hinder her search. Barely two hours later, she found it. A small restaurant with a bill board outside of it, indicating the words 'Raisin restaurant'. Diane wondered what that meant. She shook the thoughts away and proceeded in, hoping she would get a chance to do it.

She pushed open the door, causing the little bell hung on it, to ring.