Fate always has a way of correcting its mistakes.

ISABELLA

“As the Alpha, I am expected to make choices that will secure the future of our pack,” he said as he continued. Immediately, he shifted his gaze towards Nadia who was very happy about the unexpected turn of event.

It was as though my heart was pierced with a very sharp object when the realization hit me. The Moon goddess’ choice did not make things any better but worsened it.

I was brought back to reality the moment I made a very heartbreaking statement. “Nadia, I choose you as my chosen mate,” he said.

This time, I wished the ground would open so it could swallow me but no, it's not possible. The jubilation and celebration of victory everywhere as the alpha extended his hand towards Nadia was enough to kill me.

“My life was a mess when she was an Omega like me, what will be my fate now she has become the Alpha’s chosen mate?” I cried within me.

As Nadia stepped forward while casting a triumphant glance in my direction, I felt the weight of betrayal, not just from the Alpha but from the very celestial forces that had seemed to guide me moments ago.

Nadia, who is now elevated to the status of alpha’s chosen mate now seized the opportunity to magnify my humiliation.

“Hello, Isabella,” she said to me as her voice was dripping with scorn. “It seems like fate always has a way of correcting its mistakes. You thought you could escape your pitiful existence, but the Alpha has spoken.”

The pack has now shifted their attention from me to Nadia.

Also, the Alpha did his best to avoid his eyes meeting with mine as he spoke to Nadia, “May the Moon’s light guide us in this new union.”

I stood frozen as I watched everyone celebrating Nadia's triumph and my abrupt disappointment.

As the pack celebrated Nadia, I was left with a mix of emotions — betrayal, humiliation, and an overwhelming sense of abandonment.

The Alpha now bonded with Nadia and left me to face the pack’s judgement alone.

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Just then, Nadia, who is very happy about the twist of events, approached me with a fake smile. “It looks like you are not the chosen one after all, Isabella. How does it feel to be cast aside like a worthless fellow?”

The pain these words inflicted in me cannot be explained but I refused to let her see the pain. It's true that the Alpha’s decision hurt me but I will not allow it to define my worth. I straightened my shoulders and was determined to face Nadia regardless.

As days passed by, I sought solace in myself.

“Beta Caius wants to see you right away,” said one of the servants.

“Why? What does he need?” I asked.

“”Who gave you the right to question me? Do I look like someone as useless as you?” He said with anger.

I hurried to Beta Caius' place and he gave me a task meant for three persons to perform.

Though it was a tough job, I had to do it because complaining wouldn't help and besides, no one cared.

It took me four days to complete the task and on the fifth day, I went to give him a report about the task.

As I made my way to his place that fateful day, eager to report the completion of the task he assigned to me, my heart was filled with rejection, but duty still called, and I aimed to prove my worth to everyone in the pack.

As I approached Beta Caius’ place, I heard whispers. I hesitated to believe what my instincts were telling me because the bond between Beta Caius and Alpha Damon has always been the one of trust.

I stepped into the place and my eyes widened at the scene before me. Beta Caius, Alpha’s supposed best friend, and Nadia, the one the Alpha chose over me, were found having intimacy.

I was shocked and marveled at the same time as I witnessed a betrayal that hurt deeper than rejection. My breath got caught in my throat and the words I had planned to speak to Beta Caius were forgotten.

Nadia, the wolf in sheep's clothing, has been wearing a deceitful mask that had fooled not just me but the Alpha himself.

As I stood there, my mind struggled to comprehend what was happening before me as the weight of the revelation threatened to crush my spirit.

At this point, tears blurred my vision as I stepped backward with my heart shattering into pieces. The betrayal was so deep and heartbreaking that even the Moon above seemed to dim.

Beta Caius was the first to notice my presence and his eyes widened with guilt. “Isabella, it's not what it looks like,” he stammered as he tried to justify the betrayal.

Nadia on her own was not bothered as she moaned in satisfaction. “Anyways, see who stumbled upon our little secret. What does it feel like to be betrayed by those you trusted, foolish Isabella?”

“No matter what you have seen here today, just know that I am not bothered because I cannot be disturbed because of a powerless and rejected Omega like you,” she said before going back to her position.

This time, the pain I felt was overwhelming as I battled with a storm of emotions within me. I had to turn away immediately as I could not bear the sight of the deception anymore.

As I moved backward, the whole scene came refreshing in my memory as I could feel the deceit all over the place. I felt for the Alpha not just because I was once in love with him but because this kind of betrayal is unbearable and shameful at the same time.

In as much as he chose Isabella over me, he doesn't deserve this kind of betrayal from his supposed chosen mate.

In the midst of the betrayal, I found a new kind of strength. I was determined to rise above the wolves who wore the masks of friendship and loyalty but yet stab you behind.

I vowed to find my way through the shadows and be stronger so as not to be defined by the rejection that had marked my path.

With tears in my eyes, I turned back to face Nadia with my voice steady despite the whole situation.

“The Alpha must hear this,” I declared and left for the Alpha's place immediately.