Chapter 41

Hi dear readers, thank you so much for the feedback — I completely understand. Lyra’s hesitation isn’t meant to drag the story. She’s an omega who was publicly rejected, humiliated, betrayed, and raised to think she’s worthless. She’s spent her life hiding her scent and avoiding Alphas, so from her perspective Kael sleeping with her could only be a cruel game, not genuine desire.Her “prank” belief isn’t stupidity — it’s trauma and survival instinct. She’s protecting herself and her child, she has no idea about the prophecy, Kael’s feelings, or her bloodline. She assumes the worst because that’s all she’s ever known. That’s why she keeps her distance and avoids confrontation.