Chasing His Wolfless Luna Back (Rayna Quinn) novel Chapter 114

Caught in the Act

Thea’s POV

I nervously watched as Attorney Bernold flipped through the business plan Sophia had sent. It surprised me how fast she’d moved. Yesterday we were just discussing the sex toy company idea, and today she’d already sent a complete business plan. Either her efficiency was incredible, or she’d prepared this plan long ago and was just waiting for Iris

and me to agree.

“So what do you think of this plan?” I finally broke the silence. Since founding my charity and earning my first million, he’d been more than just my lawyer–he was my advisor. I never entered a new business venture without his advice. So far, his judgment had always been spot on, never leading me astray. His opinion mattered a great deal to me.

Bernold set down the document and fixed his sharp gaze on me. “From a business perspective, it’s a promising field, especially with the focus on products customized for

werewolf mates.”

I knew him too well–there was definitely a “but” coming after that statement. The slight furrow of his brow told me he had reservations.

“What’s the problem?” I asked, my stomach tightening with nervousness.

“Ms. Thea, I understand your desire to seek new business opportunities, but have you considered how this might affect your foundation’s image?” he cautiously suggested. “Particularly those projects you’ve established for parentless pups in the Pack.”

I gently rubbed my swollen belly, contemplating his words. Since the Kane incident, I’d converted an empty room into a home office so I wouldn’t have to leave the house to handle foundation matters, allowing me to focus on preparing for my new baby’s arrival.

“You’re saying that being the founder of a sex toy company would damage the reputation I’ve built in the charitable world,” I summarized.

“More precisely, once everyone discovers that the founder behind Moon Bay’s largest charitable foundation also runs a werewolf sex toy company, donations could significantly

decrease.”

I sighed, feeling a twinge of disappointment. Although I initially thought Sophia’s

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proposal was ridiculous, somehow this crazy idea had genuinely sparked my interest. Starting such a company with my friends sounded fun and was one of the few things that excited me lately.

I knew Bernold was right. As the public face of the foundation, I had to maintain a certain elegance and propriety. Especially since I was wolfless, I needed to prove my worth in other areas. If I ventured into an industry that traditional Packs considered undignified, it would give those who wanted to discredit me even more ammunition.

Just as I was about to admit this plan might not work, Bernold suddenly spoke up: “However, I believe we can find a compromise.”

My eyes immediately brightened. “What kind of compromise?”

“You could be a silent partner. You invest, receive dividends, and even participate in major decisions, but your name wouldn’t appear on any public documents.”

This suggestion perfectly met my needs. I could participate in this fun project without risking the foundation’s reputation.

“That’s brilliant, Bernold! You always find solutions.”

“It’s my job, Ms. Thea.” He offered one of his rare smiles as he gathered his documents. “I’ll draft the relevant agreements. Meanwhile, discuss this with your friends.”

After Bernold left, I immediately grabbed my phone and called Iris first. The phone barely rang once before she answered.

“Iris, about that project-”

“Thea, I’ve been wanting to apologize to you,” she interrupted, her voice filled with guilt.

This caught me off guard.

“What? What are you talking about?”

“I really shouldn’t keep implying that Sebastian has feelings for you. I know bringing up

Sebastian causes you pain, but I’ve always thought there might be a chance… I mean, I just want you to be happy, and I feel like Sebastian is part of your happiness. You loved him for so long, it’s hard to believe it’s all gone.”

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“Iris, listen,” I cut her off. “Whether Sebastian actually cares about me or not, I’m no longer interested or concerned. I loved Sebastian, and part of me might always love him. Yes, you can’t completely get rid of that kind of love, but it can be slowly killed by the actions of the person you love. Sebastian hurt me in so many ways that burying that love was the only way I could survive his storm.”

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