30 Days to Freedom: Abandoned Luna is Secret Shadow King novel Chapter 182

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Chapter 182: You and Your Ex–mate Live In the Same Place???

Chapter 182: You and Your Ex–mate Live in the Same Place???

(Olivia’s POV)

My gaze snapped toward Matthew Kane, who calmly met my eyes and pulled me into his embrace. The

warmth of his arms should have been comforting, but my heart hammered against my ribs.

The reporter.pressed on, his voice sharp and cutting. “As far as I know, you are now living with your ex–mate

and are separated from the Alpha King.”

He held up several photos for the cameras to capture. The images showed me entering my apartment

building, with Theodore following just minutes later from the same angle.

My blood turned to ice. How had they gotten these photos?

When we didn’t react immediately, the reporter shoved the microphone toward me aggressively. “Could you please respond to these rumors?”

Nestled in Matthew’s arms, I looked up at him, utterly bewildered. I didn’t know what was happening, but I

knew the situation was detrimental to him.

His political position, his reputation – everything could crumble because of me.

Matthew shot a cold glance at the impolite microphone. Gamma Joric Slate immediately stepped forward to

push it away with firm authority.

He handed a ring box to Matthew, who opened it with practiced ease. Inside was the very same women’s mating ring from our ceremony.

Matthew took the ring and slid it onto my ring finger. The metal felt cool against my skin, but his touch

burned.

He then took my right hand in his left. I was stunned to see he was wearing the matching men’s mating band.

When had he put that on?

Gamma Slate addressed the press with professional composure. “The mating ring’s size was off and was

just recently adjusted.”

His voice carried the weight of absolute authority. “Alpha Theodore is Luna Kane’s ex–mate, but he is also a

savior to both the Alpha King and his mate.”

The explanation sounded so reasonable, so carefully crafted. “It’s not strange for them to appear in the same building, as Alpha Theodore owns that property.”

My heart sank. Theodore owned my building?

“Luna is living in a flat there that was left to her by her mother,” Gamma Slate continued smoothly. “If you have any more questions, please follow me to the designated interview area outside.”

As most of the reporters followed Gamma Slate, the persistent one tried to approach again. He raised his microphone toward me once more.

Suddenly, he cried out in pain. Aurora had kicked him squarely in the shin with surprising force.

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My mommy doesn’t live with a bad unclel” she declared fiercely, her small face scrunched with righteous

anger

The reporter was immediately hauled away by plainclothes pack enforcers who materialized from nowher

I moved to squat down and hug Aurora, my maternal instincts taking over. But a warm hand gently stopped

1. me.

Matthew pulled me up, then bent down to lift Aurora into his arms. His movements were fluid, protective.

His gaze was deep as he smoothed my messy hair with tender fingers. “You were exposed,” he said softly.

My face flushed red with embarrassment and confusion. What did he mean?

“Just don’t squat,” he added, his hand still holding mine against my back.

The intimate gesture sent shivers through me. His touch was possessive yet gentle.

He turned to Aurora with a stern but loving expression. “You can’t just go around kicking people.”

Aurora pouted, her lower lip jutting out defiantly. “He’s a bad man. He bullied Mommy.”

She hugged her father’s neck tightly. “If I don’t hit him, Daddy will.”

My heart fluttered as I heard Matthew reply gently, “Daddy will teach him a lesson and protect Mommy. But

you can’t be reckless.”

A photographer called out from across the room. We posed for a family photo, presenting a united front

against the storm.

The camera flashes felt like lightning, capturing this moment of false intimacy.

After the interview, Victoria Kane and Barrett Kane arrived. Their presence filled the room with an aura of power and authority.

I felt a wave of unease, suddenly recalling my intention to stay away from the Kane Family. I wanted to leave, to escape this suffocating situation.

But Victoria took my hand warmly, her grip firm and reassuring. “Thank you for your hard work tonight, Olivia.”

Her voice carried genuine gratitude. “If you hadn’t come to help, I don’t know how we would’ve dispelled these

rumors.”

Seeing my confusion, she explained with careful precision. “Matthew had just unified the European territories and was still in a period of political turmoil.”

The weight of her words settled over me like a heavy blanket. “Any slight movement could have a huge

impact.”

She continued, her voice growing more serious. “Someone must have leaked the video and audio of your

mating ritual.”

My stomach dropped. Our private ceremony had been compromised.

“Combined with recent events, the European Parliament believes he has been here too long,” Victoria said. “Some people want to use public opinion to strike him down and then replace him.”

I finally understood the severity of the reporter’s questions. This wasn’t just gossip – this was a political

attack.

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