It wasn’t easy for Laura and Rufus to finally get along with each other, but now, she had to lie to him because of me.
“You shouldn’t blame yourself, Sylvia. It’s not your fault. All of us are already involved in this mess anyway. Besides, the choice you made is the right one. We can talk about the future at another time. Just take your current path first. I hope you don’t stray from it,” Laura sensibly replied.
Tears welled up in my eyes as I gave Laura one last hug. Then, I let go of her, turned around, and was about to leave.
However, she grabbed my arm, causing me to stop in my tracks. Then, she asked, “Where are you going?”
I smiled. “The world is a big place, and I want to explore it. I’ll tell you as soon as my baby is born though.”
Just then, Laura took out a document and handed it to me. “Why don’t you have a look? I think this place is suitable for you.”
Sylvia’s POV
I opened the file, and a card fell out. It was a new JD card with the name Clystal Quinn. She was the daughter of Leonard’s relative.
“Sylvia Todd is dead. You need a new identity. I know you are Leonard’s daughter. Although you both couldn’t officially recognize each other as father and daughter, you can at least now take Leonard’s surname,” Laura said.
Tears welled up in my eyes, and I sobbed, “Thank you.”
I had never expected that after all this, I could still have a dignified identity to live on the land of the werewolf race. Before this, I had intended to live in seclusion in a remote place and never have contact with the outside world again. Laura had given me a big surprise, infusing me with a little excitement.
“There is another gift for you. ” Laura smiled and handed me a letter that stated I had been appointed as the Alpha of the border pack.
Panic overwhelmed me, and I instantly refused, pushing the letter back toward her. “My Queen, I’m afraid I can’t accept this. The Alpha of every pack has traditionally always been carefully selected from thousands of candidates. I don’t think I’m capable enough to hold this position.”
However, to my surprise, Laura’s expression became serious again. “This appointment as Alpha is not just for you, but also for my grandchild. I don’t want my grandchild to live a nomadic lifestyle with you.”
I became worried. “But isn’t it too conspicuous? After all, everyone at the border pack knows me.”
“Don’t worry. I have given orders to block the news about what happened today, and I’ve ensured there is no trace of you on the Internet. The border is far away from the capital city. The people there are only concerned about their own lives. They have nothing to do with what happened in the capital, let alone have time to pay attention to it. ” Laura was determined and wouldn’t allow me to refuse her. She directly thrust the letter into my hands.
I was filled with mixed emotions as I studied the letter and didn’t know what to say.
“Don’t overthink it. Live a good life in the future. I trust in your ability to rule the border pack well. In the future, the chances of Rufus coming to the border pack are next to impossible after becoming king. ” Laura sat down again and took a sip of tea before asking me to join her. Then, she poured me a cup of hot milk from a small kettle and said, “Have some milk. You’ve been running around all day. Even if you feel okay, the baby in your womb must be tired. You’ve got all your affairs in order. You should relax now.”
“But I’m afraid I won’t be able to perform my duties well,” I said wearily as I slowly lowered myself into the seat next to Laura. I picked up the cup and took a sip of the milk. My cold limbs slowly warmed up.
Laura didn’t take my worries seriously and laughed. “Don’t be scared. You have performed commendable deeds at the border pack before. The people there like you quite a lot. You are absolutely suitable for the position. And ever since the problems at the border were resolved, we haven’t picked a suitable successor for Alpha. If you go there, you can share our burden. Ethan also has the same idea.”
“Has the lycan king woken up?” I noticed this point and my eyes flew up in surprise.
Laura nodded. “Yes. Thank you for discovering the source of the poison in time, or Ethan might not have survived this time.”
“I’m glad I could be of help,” I said with a shy smile. I didn’t feel smug. After all, Ethan was Rufus’ father and the person he respected the most in the world. No matter what, I would have done my best to save him.
“So accept the appointment. This is the best choice you can make right now. ” When Laura brought up the topic of the Alpha position again, she turned to look at me seriously.
Sylvia’s POV
I couldn’t refuse Laura and finally agreed. Her face broke into a smile again. She took a bank card from her bag and tossed it in my direction. “This card is registered to your new identity, and there is a huge amount of money in the account. Don’t overthink it. It’s for my grandchild’s sake. By the way, I have also got you a new phone.”
Then she took a pink phone out and handed it to me. “The SIM card has already been activated. You can use it normally. I have saved my number in it. Call me if you need anything.”
I didn’t expect Laura to have already arranged everything for me. As I studied her, I realized that she was stubborn on the surface but soft-hearted inside. My mind flew back to how indifferent she was to me when I had just come to the palace. How time did fly!
“A car is waiting for you at the side door of the imperial palace. It will take you to the border. When you get there, live a good life with your child. You still have many years in front of you. Just know that everything will be fine.” Laura patted me on the back of my hand and tried to comfort me like an elder.
I appreciated everything she had done for me. I got to my feet and bowed to her. “Thank you, my Queen. I won’t let you down in the future, neither as an Alpha nor as a mother.”
“I’m glad to hear that. It’s late now. You should go.” She helped me up and asked me to change my clothes in the cloakroom before letting me leave.
As I made my way to the side door, I noticed there were no soldiers or passers-by around. Laura must have ensured this in advance.
I lowered the brim of my hat and looked up at the magnificent palace behind me one last time. The palace looked the same as it had been when I’d first arrived here, but so many things had already happened.
It was here that I found my true love, good friends, and many beautiful memories. I realized that I’d missed this place already.
“I really don’t want to leave this place. From now on, there will be no Rufus or Omar in our lives.” Yana was sad and depressed.
“It doesn’t matter, Yana. We can still watch the news of the royal family on the Internet and see the people we wish to see. I will be content as long as they can live happily,” I comforted Yana softly. Although I didn’t want to leave, I had to force myself to move on.
“We’ve promised to attend Flora’s wedding. We’re going to break that promise.”
“I’ve already wrote her a letter. She will understand.” This topic also filled me with sorrow. Flora had always wished for me to be her bridesmaid. But now, I wouldn’t even be able to physically witness her walking down the aisle.
“You have bid goodbye to everyone. Won’t you say goodbye to Rin?” Yana asked in a low voice.
“I can explain my decision to Harry and Flora. Even though they will be angry, they will understand me. But Rin will definitely be furious and won’t let me leave.” A bitter laugh escaped my lips. In fact, in a certain way, Rin was as overbearing as Rufus. If I couldn’t manage to convince her, she would certainly act recklessly.
I had secretly sent her last wolf pup back to her last night.
Now that I had a special identity, I was afraid that I wouldn’t be able to good care of the little wolf pup, so I sent him away.
I believed Rin would understand what I meant by doing so.
I sighed helplessly. “I hope I will get to meet her again in the future.”
Although I wished this, I knew the chances were slim.
As I got closer to the side door of the palace, I spotted a black off-road vehicle parked outside the door from a distance.
I quickened my pace to get to the car. Just as I was about to get in, I heard the sound of running footsteps behind me.
Sylvia’s POV
When I turned around, I immediately saw a wild wolf run toward me. It was Rin!
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