Chapter 102: Dawn's Cruel Light
(Olivia's POV)
The faint light of dawn crept through the window of Moonlight Haven, illuminating my pale face. I had been sitting by this window all night, unable to find peace in sleep.
My wolf Cora whimpered softly in my mind, her distress echoing through our bond. The severed pre-mating connection with Connor left us both restless and aching.
I managed only brief moments of dozing as morning arrived. Each time I closed my amber eyes, haunting dreams pulled me back into consciousness.
The dreams were cruel. In the last one, Connor stood before me, his ice-blue eyes cold and distant.
He held Layla Lawrence's hand, their fingers intertwined. His voice was calm as he spoke the words that shattered my heart.
"Olivia, I'm taking Layla as my chosen
