The Pregnant Luna Mated to Ex’s Best Friend (Aria) novel Chapter 34

Chapter 34: Who is the She–Wolf Dominic Likes?

Chapter 34: Who is the She–Wolf Dominic Likes?

(Aria’s POV)

I couldn’t help but frown when I caught Claire’s hostile glare from across the room. What was she so upset about? Alexander was no longer beside her, and I honestly didn’t care where he had gone. It was no longer my

concern.

With a dismissive exhale, I turned away from her, refusing to engage in her silent challenge. I had more important things to focus on tonight than Claire Watson’s jealousy.

Around us, a small crowd had formed, all trying to catch Dominic’s attention. I wasn’t surprised. As Alpha King of the Northern Territory, his presence at gatherings like this was rare. These werewolves wouldn’t waste the opportunity to curry favor with him.

Dominic, however, looked completely indifferent to their fawning. A subtle impatience flickered across his features as he answered their questions with practiced politeness. His silver–gray eyes occasionally drifted to me, as if checking that I was still there.

One of the werewolves, a sleek businessman in an expensive suit, glanced past Dominic and noticed me standing slightly behind him.

“Alpha Blackwood,” he said with a practiced smile, “is this your intended mate?”

My breath caught. This charade was going further than I’d anticipated.

Dominic’s lips curved into a confident smile as he turned slightly toward me. “Yeah,” he answered simply, as if it were the most natural thing in the world.

The floodgates opened immediately. Suddenly, I was bombarded with compliments from people who hadn’t spared me a glance before.

“Such elegant taste in fashion!”

“Your eyes are enchanting in this lighting!”

“What a perfect match you make with Alpha Blackwood!”

I couldn’t help but laugh internally at the absurdity. These people were praising me only because they thought

I was Dominic’s chosen mate. If they knew I was just Alexander’s soon–to–be–ex Luna, they wouldn’t give me a second look.

“What’s wrong? Are you bored?” Dominic tilted his head to look at me, his voice low enough that only I could

hear.

I studied him for a moment. In his perfectly tailored black suit with subtle dark patterns, he looked different from his usual casual self. The laid–back, sometimes lazy demeanor that I’d grown accustomed to had been replaced by something more commanding, more regal.

“No,” I answered with a dry laugh, not wanting to seem ungrateful.

“Then I’ll take you out for some fresh air?” he offered, clearly noticing my discomfort despite my denial.

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I glanced at the circle of influential werewolves surrounding us. They were all waiting for their chance to speak with Dominic. It would be selfish of me to pull him away.

“No, Dominic,” I said quickly. “You chat first. I’m going to the bathroom.”

His silver–gray eyes held a gentle smile as he nodded. “Go soon and come back.”

I slipped away, relieved to escape the suffocating attention. The Hallway outside the grand hall was blessedly quiet, with only a few wolves passing through. Large windows lined the corridor, offering a spectacular view of the moonlit territory below.

Taking a deep breath, I moved toward the windows, enjoying the momentary solitude. My wolf settled contentedly beneath my skin, appreciating the brief respite from the overwhelming scents and sounds of the gathering.

“So you’re Dominic Blackwood’s new toy,” a familiar voice cut through my peaceful moment.

I turned slowly, already knowing who I’d find. Claire Watson stood a few feet away, her emerald gown making her eyes seem even more vivid with anger.

“I’m not interested in talking to you, Claire,” I said flatly, preparing to walk past her.

She stepped into my path, her face a perfect mask of righteous indignation. “We need to talk, Aria.”

“No, we don’t.” I tried to move around her, but she blocked me again.

“You’ve completely misunderstood Alexander’s relationship with me,” she insisted, her voice lowered but intense. “And now you’re throwing yourself at his good friend? How desperate can you be?”

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