Mated by Contract to the Alpha (Rebecca and Dominic) novel Chapter 142

Rebecca’s POV

That was last night–my tearful confession to Sofia under the stars, my decision to eventually leave everything behind. Now, as evening approached again, I sat alone on the private terrace of my suite, watching the sunset paint the mountains with hues of amber and purple. The lake below stretched like a mirror, reflecting the dying light of

day.

Twenty–four hours had passed since I’d declared my intention to walk away from the Silver Moon Shadow Pack, from Dominic, once I’d fulfilled my obligations. The words had felt so firm, so final when they left my lips. Yet here I was, still aching, still wondering if I was making the right choice.

Sofia had tried to engage me throughout the day, suggesting activities and excursions, but my heart wasn’t in it. Eventually, she’d given up and gone to explore the resort on her own.

I traced my fingers along the wooden railing, wondering if this was truly the beginning of the end. Had I become too much trouble? Was he tired of constantly having to rescue me? Or maybe he’d simply grown bored with me, his initial fascination wearing off like morning dew under the harsh sun of reality.

A soft knock interrupted my spiraling thoughts. The door opened, and Sofia poked her head out.

“Want to check out the hot springs area?” she asked, her voice cheerful but careful, as if she was walking on eggshells around me. “Raymond says you can see the stars from there. It’s supposed to be incredible.”

I forced a smile, though I knew it didn’t reach my eyes. “You go ahead, I think I want to be alone for a while.”

Sofia hesitated, concern evident in her dark eyes. “Are you sure? It might help take your mind off things.”

“I’m sure. Have fun.”

After a moment, she nodded, “Okay. Text me if you change

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Once she left, I turned back to the darkening landscape. The first stars had begun to appear, twinkling faintly against the deepening blue. I wondered if Dominic was looking at the same sky, if he was thinking of me at all, or if he was relieved to have some space. The thought made my throat tighten with unshed tears.

As darkness settled fully over the mountains, the terrace lights automatically dimmed to a soft glow that wouldn’t compete with the starlight. I remained motionless, letting the cool night air wash over my face, listening to the distant sounds of the forest beyond the resort’s manicured grounds.

A rustling from the tree line caught my attention. I tensed, suddenly alert, memories of Dylan’s threats flashing through my mind. Standing slowly, I peered into the darkness, my heart hammering against my ribs.

The moon emerged from behind a cloud, bathing the landscape in silver light, and that’s when I saw it–a massive wolf at the edge of the forest, its silver–gray coat almost luminescent under the moonbeams. It stood perfectly still,

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watching me with startling blue eyes that seemed to glow in the darkness.

I gasped, taking an involuntary step back. The wolf took another step forward, now fully visible at the forest’s edge, its gaze never leaving mine.

There was something hauntingly familiar about those eyes–their intensity, their intelligence. My skin prickled with awareness, a strange heat spreading through my limbs despite the cool night air. Recognition dawned on me slowly.

“Dom… Dominic?” I whispered, my voice barely audible..

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The wolf dipped its head once in what could only be a nod. My legs weakened, and I gripped the railing for support. Before I could say anything else, the wolf turned and disappeared back into the shadows of the forest.

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