A Warrior Luna's Awakening (Freya and Caelum) novel Chapter 375

Trapped in You by Morrison Lee: Shadows of Our Love 375 Summary

Kade drives Freya and Lana back to Lana’s new high-rise apartment after a tense evening. Though the storm outside has calmed, Freya remains uneasy. She thanks Kade quietly, who reminds her to take her time considering something he previously mentioned. After Kade leaves, Lana immediately presses Freya about what Kade wanted her to think over, teasing her about a possible romantic interest. Freya dismisses the idea, explaining she just ended things with Silas and is focused on finding her brother Eric, who now calls himself Parker and refuses to accept his true identity.

The conversation shifts to Eric/Parker’s strange choice to cling to a pack name he doesn’t belong to, which confuses both women. Freya is determined to uncover the truth and not lose her brother again. As Freya retreats to shower, Lana begins tidying up but is interrupted when Victor unexpectedly arrives. His commanding presence immediately unsettles Lana, who tries to keep her distance despite his intense advances. Victor’s provocative behavior escalates quickly from teasing to a forceful kiss, overwhelming Lana with a mix of panic and desire.

Victor carries Lana toward her bedroom despite her protests, pushing boundaries she thought she had established. Lana worries about Freya overhearing, but Victor threatens to reveal himself to her. Lana struggles with the complicated feelings Victor stirs in her—he is neither mate nor lover, yet uniquely capable of unraveling her defenses. As Freya’s footsteps approach, Lana instructs Victor to stay put, tension thick in the air as secrets and emotions collide in the confined space of the apartment.

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Chapter 375

From a Third-Person Perspective

Kade was behind the wheel, driving Freya and Lana back to the sleek high-rise apartment that Lana had recently acquired. Outside, the storm had finally settled into a quiet drizzle, but inside Freya, a tight knot of unease remained firmly lodged in her chest.

As they pulled up to the building’s entrance, Freya spoke softly, her voice calm yet tinged with a subtle tremor. “Thanks for tonight, Kade.” She tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear, her fingers shaking just slightly. “Get some rest when you get home.”

Kade leaned casually against the car door, locking his steady gaze on her. “Alright,” he replied, his tone serious but gentle. “But about what I said earlier—take your time to think it over, Freya. Don’t feel pressured to answer me right now. Take as long as you need.”

Freya gave a small nod, deliberately avoiding his eyes. After one last lingering look, Kade slid into his car and pulled away, the soft growl of the engine fading into the night’s quiet.

No sooner had he disappeared than Lana edged closer, her amber eyes sparkling with curiosity. “So,” she whispered conspiratorially, “what exactly did Kade want you to think about?”

Freya’s cheeks flushed, and she answered a bit too quickly, “Nothing.”

Lana raised a skeptical brow. “Nothing? Don’t tell me he asked you to consider being with him.”

Freya sighed, a faint smile tugging at her lips. “You really don’t miss a thing, do you?”

“Of course not,” Lana grinned playfully. “Come on, Freya. Kade’s not a bad option. He’s loyal, intelligent, and dangerously handsome. The golden boy—and the only one who dares to talk back to his commander. Around everyone else, he’s sharp as a blade, but with you, he’s like a puppy waiting for your command.”

Freya shook her head, her expression serious. “I just ended things with Silas. I can’t… not right now. Finding my brother has to come first.”

Lana’s tone softened. “Speaking of that—didn’t you meet him tonight? Eric, I mean. Or… Parker, as he’s calling himself now?”

Freya’s chest tightened painfully. “Yes, I did. I showed him the DNA report, but he said that even if it’s true, he’d rather remain Parker Williams.”

Lana frowned, confusion knitting her brows. “That makes no sense. Eric was never the type to chase wealth or power. He lived for duty, for family. Why would he cling to the name of a pack he doesn’t even belong to?”

Freya’s voice dropped to a whisper, heavy with resolve. “I don’t know. But I intend to find out.”

Her eyes darkened, a storm brewing within—the unmistakable mark of a Bloodmoon wolf. “Now that he’s back in the Capital, I won’t lose him again.”

Lana offered a sympathetic smile. “You should rest first. You’ve been through so much today.”

Freya nodded, exhaustion finally washing over her like a wave. “I’ll take a shower.”

She disappeared into the bathroom, the steady sound of running water filling the otherwise silent apartment. Lana began tidying up, but midway through, the doorbell rang unexpectedly.

Frowning, she wondered aloud, “Who could that be at this hour?” Maybe Kade had forgotten something. She opened the door—and immediately froze.

Victor was standing there.

Her heart skipped a beat. He wore a dark shirt that clung to his well-built frame, the collar casually loosened. His eyes gleamed like tempered steel beneath the pale moonlight.

“Victor?” Lana whispered, her voice catching. “What are you doing here?”

“Why didn’t you come find me?” His voice was low, rough, and undeniably commanding. Before she could respond, he stepped inside, closing the door behind him. One hand slid behind her head, pulling her backward until her back pressed against the cold wall.

Lana’s pulse surged. “Why would I come looking for you? I had nothing to—”

“Nothing?” His lips brushed against her ear, his breath cool and steady. “Did I not leave an impression that night?”

Her face flushed fiercely. “You mean the night you nearly broke my back? No, not at all. Your ‘technique’ was… average.”

Lana swallowed hard, his words striking too close to the truth. The reality was, she didn’t know how to define whatever existed between them. He wasn’t her mate. He wasn’t her lover. Yet somehow, he was the only one who ever made her feel… undone.

“Victor, it’s not like that,” she whispered.

“Isn’t it?” His voice dropped to a quiet rumble that stirred something uneasy within her wolf. “You keep your distance, keep me hidden. Yet you tremble every time I touch you.”

Lana looked away, a tangled mix of shame and anger twisting inside her. “You’re impossible.”

He chuckled darkly. “Maybe. But you don’t seem to mind.”

Freya’s footsteps echoed faintly down the hall as she headed back to her room. Lana tensed, her voice dropping to a whisper. “Just stay here until she’s gone.”

Conclusion

The chapter delicately captures the tension and unresolved emotions swirling between the characters, highlighting the complexity of their relationships. Freya’s internal struggle, torn between her past with Silas and the present uncertainties with Kade, reveals her resilience and determination to prioritize family above all. Meanwhile, Lana’s encounter with Victor stirs a potent mix of desire and apprehension, exposing the vulnerabilities beneath her guarded exterior and the magnetic pull that defies simple definitions.

Amidst the quiet storm outside and the charged atmosphere within the apartment, the characters stand on the cusp of change, grappling with loyalty, identity, and the boundaries they’ve set for themselves. The chapter leaves us suspended between longing and restraint, underscoring the intricate dance of love and power that shapes their intertwined destinies.

What to Expect in Next Chapter?

The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the tangled web of emotions and loyalties that bind Freya, Lana, and the men who orbit their lives. As Freya grapples with the weight of her recent decisions and the haunting mystery of her brother’s true identity, the tension between duty and desire will become even more pronounced. Meanwhile, Kade’s steady presence may offer a semblance of calm, but the unspoken questions hanging between them suggest that the path ahead will be anything but simple.

Lana’s encounter with Victor ignites a volatile spark, one that threatens to shatter the fragile boundaries she’s tried so hard to maintain. His unpredictable intensity and their charged history will force her to confront feelings she’s long buried, setting the stage for a confrontation that could change everything. As secrets begin to surface and alliances shift, the next chapter will test the strength of their bonds and reveal just how far each of them is willing to go when love and danger collide.