Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

Chapter 450 Half Truths Caden's POV: I fell silent for a moment, thinking about what Rosaline had told me. I had been ready to refuse outright, but the words got stuck in my throat. In the end, I nodded, letting Heidi helpchange.

One button at a time, my shirt cundone, revealing my well-toned chest, built from years of training.

Heidi kept her eyes lowered, but I could hear her breathing grow heavier. At first, she was just helpingchange, but soon, her fingers started wandering over my body. From the hem of my shirt, they trailed over my skin, brushing against my muscles.

Her fingertips traced lightly over my chest. When I glanced at her, she was watchingwith a teasing smile. I turned my gaze away, avoiding her eyes as naturally as I could.

"Caden, do you like me?” she asked softly. “Why does it feel like you've been avoidinglately?" "Why would I?" I composed myself quickly, turning back to face her. Catching her wrist gently, I stopped her from continuing her little game.

Looking into her eyes, I softened my expression, pretending to be deeply sincere. "I've just been really. busy lately. And I don't want our ttogether to feel rushed or half-hearted." I reached out, tucking a stray strand of her hair behind her ear. "The reason I don't want to get intimate is because I want to save it for the day we get married. You've been amazing to me-how could I ever let you down?" A bright smile spread across Heidi's face. She wrapped her arms around my waist, pressing her cheek against my chest as she nodded earnestly.

Yura's POV: Ryan had been staying at my place for several days.

He had been working hard behind the scenes to suppress the rumors about us and tried not to bothertoo much. But since we'd been around each other constantly, he was thrilled, even toldthat he wished he could stay longer.

I didn't feel the same.

During lunch, I paused for a moment before speaking to my parents. "Dad, Mom, Ryan, and I have been here for too long. I still have work to do back in Rivemon. If you don't mind, we should probably head back soon." Under the table, I lightly kicked Ryan's foot, signaling him to backup.

Catching on instantly, Ryan flashed his signature charming smile at my parents. "Yeah, I snuck away from my company to cwith Yu. They probably have a ton of work lined up for me." "You're leaving so soon?" My mom asked, clearly disappointed.

1/2 Chapter 450 Half Truths +8 Pearls Over the past few days, she had grown more and more fond of Ryan. He had been nothing but warm and respectful, knew when to advance and retreat. Moreover, as the heir to his pack, Ryan was a perfect match for me. Even my father, who had initially been indifferent, had started warming up to him. They had even played chess together a few times.

"Work is work," I said, pouting slightly at my mom.

My father set his fork down and gave her a reassuring look. "They're adults now. Of course, they have their responsibilities. And Ryan's a public figure-he must have a lot to deal with. That's just how it is." "Indeed, Ryan chimed in sweetly. "We'll cto visit whenever we have time." My mom nodded reluctantly, while my dad thought for a moment before turning to me. "Ryan has been staying with us for days, but you two haven't gone out much. Since this is his first there, why don't you take him around town after lunch? Show him sof the sights. Let's not make him think there's nothing interesting here. Hahaha." Ryan quickly waved his hands and said sweetly, "Oh, no, Mr. Isadore, I'd love to stay and play a few more rounds of chess with you. And honestly, just being around Yu makeshappy enough." I forced a small smile in return, but my mind was elsewhere.

After all, I just wanted to get back and see Timothy.

After lunch, my mom practically pushed us out the door, insisting I take Ryan sightseeing.

Hego was just as lively as Rivemon, if not more so, and the scenery was even better.

As we stepped out of the house, I wasn't in the mood to talk, keeping quiet as we walked. Meanwhite, Ryan trailed beside me, taking in the sights with a bright expression. "I've never taken a proper look at this place before. It's way prettier than Rivemon. Even the air feels fresher." Soon, we reached the edge of a forest park. The place was lush and green, with a few older werewolves stretching and exercising in the morning sun.

Ryan kept talking, his voice droning on like a wind-up toy. It was drivingcrazy

"Enough," I finally interrupted, stopping in my tracks and turning to him with an exhausted look. "If you want to walk around, go ahead. If you get lost, just call me. I just need a moment alone. Sorry."

Without waiting for a response, I walked away, lowering my head as I O headed for a large rock in the Nora distance. I sat down, gazing into the horizon, my thoughts already drifting far away. I missed Timothy. And I wondered-how is he doing now? mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1 mmMwWLliIofifl0&1 mmMwWLlilofiflo&1