Marked By The Alpha's Cursed Blue Moon
Chapter 65. Hidden Miseries

Chapter 65: 65. Hidden Miseries

"Exactly what I’m trying to say, and if things don’t turn out that way, then we’ll have to act fast. We need to understand what the mind listeners and truth seekers really want from Maria and our family as a whole," Beta Gilbert said, his expression still clouded with confusion.

"So, in conclusion, we’ve all agreed not to alert anyone or inform the police about Maria’s disappearance, right?" Victoria asked, seeking confirmation.

"Yes, at least for now," Beta Gilbert replied. "Let’s be sure of everything we’re doing before raising an alarm and embarrassing ourselves. We haven’t even looked for her properly yet."

"Now, concerning Elijah Simons... when are we taking him to the packhouse to present him to the elders and the pack?" Bernard asked, sounding tense and impatient.

"We’ll send a message calling for an urgent meeting. He’ll be presented there, and all his crimes will be exposed to the entire pack," Beta Gilbert answered firmly.

"What kind of punishment do you think Elijah Simons would face?" Victoria asked, her gaze fixed on her husband, curiosity etched on her face.

"This situation hasn’t occurred in centuries. So, I can’t say what kind of punishment the elders will decide on," Beta Gilbert admitted with frustration. "If Bernard were Alpha by blood, he’d be the one passing judgment. But right now, he can’t—not without holding the rule book."

"Then why don’t we delay the judgment? We can use that time to demand the rule book be handed over to me. Could that work?" Bernard asked, eyes locking with Beta Gilbert’s, hoping for a favorable response.

"It’s too risky—a gamble we shouldn’t take," Gilbert said, shaking his head. "Betrayal is too common. I won’t risk Elijah escaping punishment. Let the elders handle it. Once you get the rule book, then you’ll have full authority to change things."

"Alright," Bernard agreed with a sigh. "I’ll do whatever the elders decide for now. But when the rule book is mine, I’ll change a lot—especially when it comes to punishing traitors more harshly."

"I believe you will," Gilbert said. "But remember—the rule book holds deep secrets only the Alpha can know. Even though the elders keep it, there are pages they’re forbidden to open. Only the Alpha has that right."

Bernard nodded, his face lit with anticipation. The hunger for power shone in his eyes.

That book must be mine, Bernard thought silently. Only then will I have total and absolute control over everything and everyone in the pack.

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Meanwhile, Maria was still lying in the strange place where she’d been taken in and cared for. She couldn’t tell how long she’d been there, but it felt like another day had passed since she first woke up.

Her eyes fluttered open slowly. The pain in her body hadn’t fully disappeared, but it had lessened. She felt the temptation to check the wound beneath the bandage on her abdomen, but just then, she heard footsteps approaching.

She quickly closed her eyes again, pretending to still be asleep.

"Maria, open your eyes. We know you’re not asleep anymore," a soft voice called out.

She recognized it instantly—it was the same nurse who had given her an injection earlier.

Reluctantly, Maria opened her eyes and looked at the two figures in front of her. The nurse was there, but beside her stood an elderly woman who didn’t bother to cover her face.

The older woman, likely in her late sixties, smiled warmly at her.

"Who are you?" Maria asked cautiously. She was sure she had never seen the woman before.

"I’m Mrs. Maureen Spencer, leader of the organization that saved your life," the woman said, her wrinkled face glowing with kindness.

"Saved me from death? And why aren’t you covering your face like the nurse did?" Maria asked, her confusion growing.

"I’m an old woman with nothing to hide," Mrs. Spencer replied calmly. "Since I was a teenager, I’ve devoted my life to helping others and doing what’s right. That’s what I live for."

"How do you know about me? And what’s the name of your organization?" Maria asked, searching the woman’s face for answers.

"I’ve known about you since you were a child," Mrs. Spencer said gently. "And if I’m not mistaken, you’ve always had unanswered questions—about yourself, your past, and even the nightmares that haunt you."

Maria stared at her, stunned.

"I’ve never told anyone about my nightmares..." she whispered.

"You’re a werewolf from a powerful pack, and so are we," Mrs. Spencer said. "We are called the Mind Listeners and Truth Seekers. We fight for righteousness and oppose all evil. That’s our oath."

Maria listened, her breath catching in her throat. She asked hesitantly, "What do you people really do?"

"We listen to minds," Mrs. Spencer replied. "That’s our ability. We use it to guide people and ensure the right path is taken, no matter how difficult it is."

Maria fell silent, absorbing it all. The thought of someone reading her mind felt terrifying—almost unreal.

"Stop wondering how we read minds," Mrs. Spencer said, interrupting her thoughts with a knowing smile. "We won’t force you to believe us. But know this—we won’t let evil touch you. And if danger comes, we’ll protect you."

Still unsure, Maria narrowed her eyes. "Who gave you the mandate to protect me? Or did you just decide to do it on your own?"

"You’re testing us, trying to provoke a reaction," Mrs. Spencer said with a chuckle. "But every single thought running through your mind—every test, every doubt—we heard it before you even spoke."

Maria froze. That was the moment she began to believe.

"I want to prove it to you," Mrs. Spencer added, her voice soft. "Let me tell you something you’ve never told anyone."

Maria leaned in, her heart racing.

"Once, you went into Beta Gilbert’s room to search for documents. Someone grabbed you from behind, and you passed out. When you woke up, you were in your own room, on your bed. It still baffles you, doesn’t it?"

Maria’s mouth dropped open. That memory had haunted her—but she had never spoken of it to anyone.

"How did you know that?" she asked, breathless.

"Because we were watching over you. One of our agents made you pass out to save you. Gilbert was seconds from entering the room. If you had been caught, you might have been cast out—or worse."

It all made sense now. For the first time, Maria truly believed.

"So what’s happening to me now? What’s going on around me?" she asked urgently.

"There are things we aren’t allowed to reveal—not because we don’t want to, but because the universe prohibits it," Mrs. Spencer explained. "The universe teaches us through experience. That’s how we learn to value moments and grow from our mistakes."

"So... the universe would let me go through life-threatening situations just for the sake of learning?" Maria asked, eyes fixed on her.

"There are truths we only appreciate after pain and hardship," Mrs. Spencer said, her gaze steady and deep.

Maria nodded slowly, the weight of everything sinking in. She reached forward, trying to sit up properly...

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