Chapter 15
Hestial
Is it true? The news about Lucian Ducani, the alpha of the Duncan pack’s marriage is about to come to an end. It is said that his wife, Hestia Ducani, has filed for divorce, while Lucian Ducani was seen dating the daughter of a wealthy businessman.}
That’s what greeted me the next morning, right on the hotel TV I was staying at. My face turned sour at the sight of Lucian, letting a woman pull him into a kiss on the cheek. I know it’s not him who initiated that. Lucian, when he wants to kiss someone, keeps his hand firmly on the waist to ensure the kiss stays in place.
He was like that with me, and even when he was drunk and mistook Chesca for Beverly, he behaved the same way. But this woman is different. However, in some other photos, it seems like they didn’t just have a short conversation.
There were many shots. One even showed them leaving a party, both holding wine glasses, and it looked like they were planning to talk outside, or perhaps they had other places to go.
“Pretending not to want the divorce…” I whispered. “And then having to spend his whole night with another woman.”
If I knew it right, he must be so happy. Lucian is known to be a womanizer before my sister. Maybe he stopped because he couldn’t risk ruining his image now that he’s an alpha. He has something to protect, and another reason could be that divorce is forbidden in their family.
If only I knew, if he can cheat with any woman, he would. He’s just being cautious! He’d lose everything if he tries to, though. But now, maybe he thinks he doesn’t to stop me from divorcing him. Maybe he’s seeing it as an opportunity now.
At least, I’m not foolish enough to go back just because he asked. That would be a huge mistake if I returned, not because I wanted to, but because they wanted it. Because they asked for it and I am weak. I would have no one to blame but myself if I go back there and there’s no change in how they will treat me.”
Lucian
“Did Mom see the news?” I heard Lorde murmur while looking at his tablet.}]
We were eating breakfast with Beverly when he saw the pictures released by the press.
“Don’t worry. I’m sure those pictures don’t mean anything,” Beverly said, smiling at my son, but it was forced. “Right, Lucian?“}
I didn’t bother answering her. What she said was for her own peace of mind, not for Hestia’s. She’s the one who wants to believe it means nothing. Well, indeed, it means nothing. We just had a conversation with Katrina.
She’s a philanthropist who always wanted to help with the charity I founded two years ago. Actually, it was Hestia who founded and managed it. She just didn’t want her name attached to it because she didn’t want attention or press.
She likes to help that charity. We didn’t discuss anything else, nor did Katrina show any ulterior motives.}
But the pictures posted by the press somehow suggest something else. I know because my mother and Hestia’s stepmother have already called me about it, and no matter how much I deny it, no one will believe me. Maybe unless they see Hestia with Katrina, they won’t believe that the woman will never be the reason for this marriage truly ending.
“Dad, what if Mommy sees that?” Lorde asked again.”
“She’s not insecure,” I told him to calm his nerves.
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But Lorde started fidgeting with his hands, stopped eating, and shakily drank his juice.}
“Lorde, your mother won’t be bothered by that news.” I added. I knew he was worried about her, no matter how much he tried to hide it. “But everyone thinks you’re having an affair,” he insisted, his tone now angry. “I don’t like that woman! You should have brought Aunt
angry Beverly last night so no one would try to flirt with you!”
I stopped eating to breathe and prepare my damn explanation for that. He’s more jealous of Hestia than she is. Damn it! My son is still on her side no matter what.”
“She wants to help your Mommy with her charity case. I’ll have Katrina meet her, don’t worry.”
Lorde gave me a doubtful look. He didn’t say anything but quickly left the dining table, not touching his food and even leaving his tablet behind. He stormed out.”
Thinking he’s sulking, I planned to check on his room before leaving for court, but I met “What is that?” I asked, referring to the overly designed paper bags in his hands. “Lorde asked me to send this to Luna Hestia’s place,” he replied. “But look, Alpha.”
my
butler.
He showed me the note on the paper bag. My eyes widened at that.
“He didn’t put his name as the sender. He used yours,” he said, chuckling.”
I rubbed my jaw and couldn’t decide whether I should let my pride accept the fact that the gifts Lorde bought for his mother were being sent using my name.
But I remembered my friend’s suggestion. Hestia’s not jealous, of course. I can see that. She didn’t message me about the photos. Maybe… a gift would work?!
I sighed.
“Buy some flowers and chocolates too. And her favorite steak,” I mumbled, accepting defeat and eating my damn pride.
