Reclaimed By My Alpha (Natalia and Andrei) novel Chapter 35

Natalia

The Northern River Basin lived up to every bit of its legendary reputation. Mist curled gently around the jagged peaks above, while clear streams wove their way through the lush valley below. Towering evergreens stood sentinel alongside sturdy oaks, their leaves whispering in the soft morning breeze. Wildflowers in a riot of colors nodded and swayed, painting the landscape with vibrant splashes of life.

As I stepped out of the car, the delicate fragrance of those blossoms immediately filled my senses, prompting me to take a deep, calming breath. This place radiated peace and ancient strength. It was no surprise that our ancestors had chosen this very spot for their sacred ceremonies, nor that Andrei had selected it for the hunt. Personally, I would have preferred a leisurely picnic here, soaking in the tranquility. Yet, the idea of dashing through those dense woods sparked a thrill within me—an exhilarating promise of freedom and adrenaline.

“Stay close to me,” Damon’s voice was low, almost a murmur, as his hand slid to rest on the small of my back. The touch was firm, possessive. “No wandering off, no matter what happens.”

I nodded silently, trying to suppress the flutter of emotions his grip stirred. We’d talked about this during the drive—how important it was to present ourselves as a united front, a true Alpha and Luna pairing. The pack needed to see strength and harmony between us.

But knowing the plan and actually feeling his fingers spread protectively along my spine were two different experiences altogether. Lately, Damon’s possessiveness had grown more pronounced, more like a mate’s claim than just a partnership. Yet, we weren’t mates. Not really. And love? That was still a complicated, distant thing between us.

I pushed those thoughts aside. Four years of this arrangement had gone smoothly enough. I was content, even happy in my own way.

One jealous ex’s bitter remarks weren’t going to unravel that.

As we neared the main clearing, I noticed a gathering of familiar faces clustered near the tree line, their voices lively with anticipation. I exchanged polite nods and soft smiles with a few members of neighboring packs as we passed by, feeling the subtle hum of camaraderie in the air.

Then, my gaze landed on him.

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