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Christine felt a pang
seeing Eugene’s state.
Some truths needed to be voiced all at once, or she might never find the courage again.
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She continued, “As someone from the Ironclaw Pack, I shouldn’t share this with you. We should hide these disgraceful matters. If she hadn’t planned to dissolve her mating and re–mate you, I’d never have spoken up.”
“You know, today she returned to the Ironclaw Pack, just like that year, begging Luna Cynthia for medication to terminate her pregnancy. After an abortion, she intended to dissolve her mating with Ulrik and re–mate with you,” she said.
“I’ve come to tell you this, against my better judgment, in hopes that you can cut her off completely. Only then might she abandon the idea of an abortion,” Christine explained.
Eugene was utterly stunned.
He looked at Christine, his throat choked with emotion, unable to utter a word.
Despite the sweltering heat, he felt icy cold.
He would rather believe Gloria had unrequited feelings for his cousin than face this reality .
Christine turned to wipe her tears and said, “Eugene, this concerns the Ironclaw Pack’s reputation and our family honor. If you feel wronged or seek compensation, I’ll grant it. But please keep this a secret. I only want to spare you further hurt and deception. For my sake, keep this confidential, will you?”
Eugene nodded mechanically and finally spoke after a long pause, his voice trembling, “I’ll keep this to myself. You have my word.”
Gazing at the shattered charm pendant on the floor, Christine felt a wave of unease.
She had deliberated for a long time before disclosing this, her heart filled with turmoil.
The secret had been like a ticking time bomb in her mind, threatening to explode.
Now that it was out in the open, she felt a strange
sense of relief.
She trusted Eugene to keep the secret, but if he chose to reveal it, there was nothing she could do.
The Ironclaw Pack must bear the consequences of its own actions.
Having weathered the trials of war and emerged from the bloodshed, Eugene gradually regained his
composure.
He bowed slightly to Christine and said, “You’ye risked your family’s reputation to tell me the truth, showing genuine concern for my well–being. I won’t bring disgrace or scandal to the Ironclaw Pack . This matter ends with me. No one else will hear of it, and I won’t confront Melvin or her.”
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“Whether she dissolves her mating or continues her mating is none of my business now . My mother recently mentioned arranging matches for me. I’ll spread the word first. As for finding the right mate , we’ll see how things develop.”
Christine dabbed at her tears with a handkerchief, her restrained emotions finally spilling over.
If all men could be as noble as Eugene, everyone would be truly fortunate.
Eugene’s eyes also glistened with unshed tears. He was merely holding himself together.
Gloria’s mate with another was understandable, and he even felt he had wronged her.
However, the thought of her betraying him with his cousin within half a year of his deployment was too much to bear, leaving him heartbroken.
At the Southern Border, he had been the most diligent correspondent, often teased for being a “hen- pecked” husband.
Alpha Bentley once told him, “You should write more to ease your family’s worries. A man at war leaves his mate in constant anxiety, only a letter can soothe their troubled hearts.”
He had been grateful for Alpha Bentley’s understanding, believing his letters brought Gloria comfort.
But reality… he couldn’t voice whether it was pain or bitterness , only that his heart ached profoundly. He wouldn’t rush into another mating but would spread the word to dissuade Gloria .
“Eugene, it’s the Ironclaw Pack that owes you an apology,” Christine said, wiping her tears and composing herself.
“If you need any form of compensation, please let me know.”
“No need,” Eugene shook his head and smiled at her. “On the contrary , I’ll tell my mother that you’ve persuaded me to consider marriage. She’s been worried about my marital status and will thank you.”
“You really don’t have to. Your words make me feel even more ashamed. We’re the ones who’ve wronged you,” Christine replied.
“There’s no talk of who owes whom. Everyone makes their own choices. But I understand your intentions today; you genuinely want to help me. I’m reasonable enough to see that,” Eugene said.
Christine sighed deeply.
Gloria, oh Gloria, what a fine man you’ve let slip through your fingers!
Eugene escorted her to the door. Upon his return, Sibyl asked, “Was she here to inquire about Tad?”
Eugene replied, “She partly wanted to know about Tad’s time at the Southern Border and also advised me that I’m no longer young and with my career established , it’s time I settled down. I think she has a point , so I’ll leave my marital matters in your hands.”
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