151 You will not marry , L .


    Nathan D I chuckled , unable to suppress my amusement .


    Dad , youre so dramatic .


    I didnt know you had this side to you .


    Laugh all you want , he shot back , though his lips twitched for a second .


    But you need to choose a Beta .


    So that by the time you return from one of your escapades and you see your pack in shambles , itll teach you a lesson .


    Fine , fine , I nodded .


    But you know its up to Ragnar , I said , referencing my wolf .


    So far , he doesnt agree with all the candidates weve had .


    Its not my fault .


    My father muttered something under his breath but let the matter drop since we were already in front of the pack office building .


    When we got to my office , my father wasted no time in handing me a stack of files that required urgent attention .


    For the next few hours , I worked through the documents , signing and approving where necessary .


    While he stood nearby , asionally exining key points .


    Theplexity of the paperwork was a stark contrast to the adrenaline filled moments I usually preferred , but I knew this was part of my role as Alpha .


    When I was done , my father gathered the signed files for documentation and was almost leaving the office when he paused at the door .


    Oh, I almost forgot , he said , turning back .


    Miriam called earlier .


    Miriam ? I arched a brow without lifting my head .


    Ls Nanny .


    My head shot up as I rose from my seat , anxiety filling me up .


    What ? Why didnt you tell me sooner ? Is L , okay ? I forgot , Im sorry , he said .


    But rx .


    Miriam said shes fine .


    She has a slight fever yesterday , but shes recovering now .


    They took away her phone and other distractions to ensure she rested properly .


    Miriam said L will call you as soon as shes strong enough .


    The quick relief I had felt from being reached out to moments ago gave way to frustration .


    As I began pacing the room .


    Why didnt she take my own calls ? I knew something was wrong .


    I could feel it .


    Why didnt she tell me sooner ? Instead , they leave me in suspense , wondering if shes okay .


    They probably knew youd have this reaction , but dont worry too much .


    Im sure shes fine .


    Oh ! I sighed , running a hand through my hair as I stopped pacing .


    When I looked up , I saw my father watching me with amusement and exasperation on his face .


    After a moment , he spoke again .


    His voice was quieter .


    Is that how much you like her ? What ? I scoffed , offended .


    Like her ? Dad , I love her .


    How can you even ask that ? 23:32 1/3 < 151 You will not marry , L .


    He gave me a contemtive stare and came forward , cing a hand on my shoulder .


    Im not questioning your feelings , son .


    But you need to focus on your work .


    Youre the Alpha now , and you cant afford to be distracted .


    And before you get any ideas , youre not travelling to White Moon Pack .


    Else , Ill report you to the council .


    Understood ? I sighed before nodding slowly .


    I get it .


    But theres something you should know .


    My father raised an eyebrow .


    What is it ? Although I had promised to keep our rtionship under wraps for now but I felt I needed to tell my father so he would understand why I always wanted to be with her .


    I took a deep breath , deciding it was time toe clean .


    Well , I proposed to L , and she epted .


    Shes going to be my Luna .


    The silence after that announcement was deafening .


    My father stared at me ; his face unreadable .


    The longer he remained quiet , the more my confidence waned .


    Finally , he shook his head .


    No.


    You cant marry her .


    My eyes widened with shock that gave way to anger .


    What ? Why not ? Because its not the right choice , he said firmly .


    If you wont take my advice for anything after this … I beg you , Nath … you must listen to me now .


    Just this once .


    Whatever feeling you have for L must die .


    Forget about your future with her .


    @ I stared at him , still trying to wrap my head around what he was saying .


    Didnt you just hear me say I love her ? What does it mean to love someone if you have no intention of spending your life with them ? I love L … Dad … so much and for the longest time .


    Then you can date her for a few months or whenever .


    Youll realize in time that feelings change and , who knows , your fated mate mighte along .


    I am not interested in meeting my fated mate , Dad ! my tone rose .


    Arent you listening to what Im saying ? I love L to death .


    Either her or no one else .


    Ive repeatedly said I dont want to meet my mate and Ragnar has epted L … he loves her .


    Theres no other mate for us .


    If you will not approve of our union … THIS IS NOT ABOUT ME ! my father yelled .


    Realizing what he did , he exhaled , rubbing his temples before facing me again .


    This isnt about me , Nathan .


    There are so many things thats at y here .


    I like it when youre happy and I know she makes you happy .


    Anyone but L .


    Is this about what happened between you and Miriam ? His eyes widened as he turned to stare at me .


    W what are you talking about ? Oh ! I scoffed .


    Dont y coy , Dad .


    I know Ls mom is Miriam and has always been for the longest time .


    I also know that you once dated her .


    I dont know what bad blood you have against her mom , but you cannot take it out on L .


    She doesnt even know a thing .


    What happened between me and Miriam was a mistake .


    I never meant … Its fine , Dad .


    That was like three years after mom died .


    Its okay to wantpanionship .


    Miriam was a single , beautiful woman … I understand if … 23:32 2/3 WATCHER STA < 151 You will not marry , L .


    YOU UNDERSTAND NOTHING !!! he thundered , his chest heaving .


    It is moreplicated that what you think you saw or heard .


    You will break up with L because I will not approve of your joining .


    If you disobey me … fine , but just know this .


    I will not be a party to your marriage .


    My jaw tightened ; Ragnar was already stirring restlessly within me .


    I need a better reason than that , Dad .


    Shes my mate and my future Luna .


    What or why would you or anyone want to stand the way of that ? His gaze softened , but his tone remained resolute .


    I cant exin it fully , not yet .


    But trust me when I say this is for your own good .


    Let her go , Nathan .


    Please … he tried to touch me but I moved away from his reach .


    ? That will be all , Beta Jeremy , I breathed .


    I want to be alone .


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