Chasing His Wolfless Luna Back (Rayna Quinn) novel Chapter 44

That Night Seven Years Ago (Part 1)

Thea’s POV

Seven years ago.

The ping from my phone jolted me from restless sleep. I hadn’t slept well in nearly two years. On some level, I knew it had everything to do with Sebastian. He went to college, and my heart had felt unsettled, like something essential was missing.

Whenever he left Ashworth territory to attend university, I’d toss and turn all night. But during holidays when he returned, I’d sleep like a baby.

Grabbing my phone, excitement surged through me as I read the notification. I’d paid good money to have a special program installed that would alert me the moment Sebastian returned to pack territory. And now it was telling me he was back.

I jumped out of bed, throwing on clothes at lightning speed. He might be back with Aurora, or maybe with Roman or Damien, but I didn’t care. I just wanted to see him, even if only from a distance.

Ready to go, I slipped out through my bedroom window. Being the least favorite anomaly of the Sterling family had its perks–my room was tucked away in the most remote corner of the house, making secret escapes considerably easier. Once on the ground, I called a car, my heart pounding harder with each passing minute.

This isn’t going to end well. The warning whispered through my mind, but I pushed it aside, my thoughts already filled with visions of Sebastian. I hadn’t seen him in months and was desperate for even a glimpse.

Go home, Thea. You’re making a mistake. The warning grew louder, more insistent. I hesitated, as if struggling against myself. No, nothing concerning Sebastian could ever be a mistake. In the end, I shoved those concerns into the darkest corners of my mind and

got in the car.

I should have listened to that warning. Thirty minutes later, we pulled up outside a dimly lit bar. After paying the driver, I stared at the unfamiliar establishment, puzzled why Sebastian would come to a place like this.

It wasn’t his style at all. Squaring my shoulders, I used my fake ID to get inside and

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3:23 pm

That Night Seven Years Ago (Part 1)

quickly found a secluded spot to observe. Within seconds, I spotted him. Surprisingly, he was alone. I watched from the shadows for a while, waiting to see if Roman or Damien would join him, but no one did. He was genuinely here by himself.

This might be my only chance to get his attention, especially with Aurora not around. Taking a deep breath, I approached him.

“Hi, Sebastian.” My voice came out softer than intended.

He turned, and to my complete shock, he flashed me a brilliant smile. We barely ever spoke–he usually went out of his way to avoid me–so this smile caught me completely off guard.

“Little Thea!” His voice was loud and cheerful. “How are you doing?”

That’s when I realized he was already drunk, the alcohol having wiped away his usual coldness. He gestured for me to sit, immediately ordering me a drink. After the first sip, I nearly spat it out–it tasted awful. I’d never had alcohol before, but I forced myself to

continue.

“How’s school?” I ventured, gradually relaxing.

He laughed, bumping my shoulder. “Is that really what you want to ask me?”

“No, I want to ask why you’re drinking alone in this dump, but I didn’t want to seem nosy.” I surprised myself with my boldness.

“Did something happen?” I asked, concern evident in my voice.

He didn’t answer, just continued drinking. I followed suit, maintaining the silence. After a while, he spoke suddenly.

“She won’t marry me.”

I looked at him in surprise, already feeling the alcohol’s warmth climbing my cheeks.

“Who? Aurora?”

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