_Pandora's POV_
I took a deep breath, feeling a mixture of anxiety and relief as I prepared to share the most painful parts of my past with Aaron. "Xavier, the alpha of the Crescent pack, was my husband," I began. "Our marriage was not out of love as I had thought, but rather a union driven by power and control."
"Xavier's charm was undeniable," I continued, my voice shaking slightly as I recounted my story to Aaron. "He made me believe in a love that was profound and unbreakable. He would often shower me with affection, and every gesture seemed genuine. I felt special, wanted, and cherished. But little did I know that behind those affectionate gestures and whispered promises, Xavier was living a double life. A life that revolved around his true love, Elena."
Aaron's expression shifted
