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40Compliant 40 Compliant Olivia’sPOVSPOV Olivia’s POV SPOV Isignaledoneof theguardsatthedoortostepforward.Hegavemearespectfulnodbeforeaddressingthehall. I signaled one of the guards at the door to step forward . He gave me a respectful nod before addressing the hall . “Anyshe–wolfwithamattertopresentbeforetheLuna,stepforwardnow,”heannounced. “ Any she – wolf with a matter to present before the Luna , step forward now , ” he announced . Foramoment,noonemoved,andIcouldsensethehesitationripplingthroughthecrowd.Then,ayoungshe–wolf,probablynoolderthaneighteen,nervouslymadeherwaytothefront,herhandstremblingslightly. For a moment , no one moved , and I could sense the hesitation rippling through the crowd . Then , a young she – wolf , probably no older than eighteen , nervously made her way to the front , her hands trembling slightly . Iofferedheragentlenod.“Speakfreely,”Iencouraged,softeningmytoneto easehernerves.Shehesitatedforamomentbeforespeaking.“L–Luna,L…Iwantedtoreportthatmymatehasbeenrefusingtoprovideforourpup.Hespendshistimedrinkingandgamblinginsteadofworking,andwe’rerunningoutoffood.I’vetriedspeakingtohim,buthejust…getsangryAngerflaredinsidemeatthethoughtofamateneglectinghisfamily,butIkeptmyexpressioncalm.“Whatishisname?” I offered her a gentle nod . “ Speak freely ,” I encouraged , softening my tone to ease her nerves . She hesitated for a moment before speaking . “ L – Luna , L … I wanted to report that my mate has been refusing to provide for our pup . He spends his time drinking and gambling instead of working , and we’re running out of food . I’ve tried speaking to him , but he just … gets angry Anger flared inside me at the thought of a mate neglecting his family , but I kept my expression calm . “ What is his name ? ” “Troy,Luna” “ Troy , Luna ” Iglancedattheguard,givinghimacurtnod.“Writedownhisname.Iwillmeetwithhimafterthismeeting.Amate’sdutyistoprotectandprovideforhisfamily,andneglectinghispupwillnotbetolerated.Youandyourchildwillbetakencareof,andIwillensurehefulfillshisresponsibilities–orfacespunishment.” I glanced at the guard , giving him a curt nod . “ Write down his name . I will meet with him after this meeting . A mate’s duty is to protect and provide for his family , and neglecting his pup will not be tolerated . You and your child will be taken care of , and I will ensure he fulfills his responsibilities – or faces punishment . ” Theshe–wolf’seyeswidenedinsurpriseandgratitude.Sheboweddeeply.“Thankyou,Luna.”“Gotothekitchensandgetfoodforyouandyourpup,”Iorderedgently.“Oneofthewillassistyou.” The she – wolf’s eyes widened in surprise and gratitude . She bowed deeply . “ Thank you , Luna .” “ Go to the kitchens and get food for you and your pup ,” I ordered gently . “ One of the will assist you .” / <![CDATA[ / fpm_start( "true" ); / ]]> / Shenodded,herfacelightingupwithrelief,andquicklyhurriedout, She nodded , her face lighting up with relief , and quickly hurried out , omegas omegas BeforeIcouldaddressthenextmatter,anothershe–wolfsteppedforward,hergazefilledwithpain.“Luna,Ineedjustice.Mymatestruckmeinafitofrageyesterday.I’mtiredofhistemperandfearfornysafety. Before I could address the next matter , another she – wolf stepped forward , her gaze filled with pain . “ Luna , I need justice . My mate struck me in a fit of rage yesterday . I’m tired of his temper and fear for ny safety . MyfrowndeepenedasIrecalledthefirstandonlytimeLennoxhadslappedme.Ithadbeenpainful,yes,butevenworsewastheheartbreakofbeinghurtbythemanwhowassupposedtoprotectme,andIwouldnotwatchanothershe–wolfgothroughthatcountlesstimes. My frown deepened as I recalled the first and only time Lennox had slapped me . It had been painful , yes , but even worse was the heartbreak of being hurt by the man who was supposed to protect me , and I would not watch another she – wolf go through that countless times . “Whatishisname,andwhereishenow? “ What is his name , and where is he now ? “Logan,Luna.He’sprobablyatthetraininggrounds.” “ Logan , Luna . He’s probably at the training grounds .” Iturnedtotheguardwriting.“Writedownhisname.Anymalewhoharmshismatewillanswer I turned to the guard writing . “ Write down his name . Any male who harms his mate will answer

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googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1746729984974-0'); }); Whenthelastcasewasheardandtheguardshadtheirorders,Ifinallystoodandaddressedthehallagain.“Iwillnottoleratemistreatmentorneglectofmatesandpupswithinthispack.Ifanyofyoufeelunsafeoruncaredfor,youmaycometomedirectly.Iwillmakesurejusticeisdone.”Murmursofagreementandcautiousapprovalfilledtheroom.Iknewitwouldn’tbeeasytogaintheirloyalty,butatleasttheywerebeginningtoseethatIwasn’tjustafigureheadtobeignoredordisrespected.IwastheirLuna,andIwouldprotectthem–eveniftheydidn’tthinkIdeserved.thetitle. When the last case was heard and the guards had their orders , I finally stood and addressed the hall again . “ I will not tolerate mistreatment or neglect of mates and pups within this pack . If any of you feel unsafe or uncared for , you may come to me directly . I will make sure justice is done .” Murmurs of agreement and cautious approval filled the room . I knew it wouldn’t be easy to gain their loyalty , but at least they were beginning to see that I wasn’t just a figurehead to be ignored or disrespected . I was their Luna , and I would protect them – even if they didn’t think I deserved . the title . Dismissingthegathering.Iwatchedastheshe–wolvesslowlyfiledoutofthehall,somewithnewfoundhopeintheireyes. Dismissing the gathering . I watched as the she – wolves slowly filed out of the hall , some with newfound hope in their eyes . Anitarosefromherseatandstrodetowardme. Anita rose from her seat and strode toward me . “Don’tgettoocomfortable,Olivia.Very soon,I’lltakethispositionfromyou,andyou’llgobacktobeinganOmega–thedaughterofathief.” “ Don’t get too comfortable , Olivia . Very soon , I’ll take this position from you , and you’ll go back to being an Omega – the daughter of a thief . ” Ismirked.“I’mnotsurprisedyoulikemy I smirked . “ I’m not surprised you like my myleftovers. my leftovers . Anita’seyesdarkenedwithanger.“Enjoyitwhileitlasts,”shehissed. Anita’s eyes darkened with anger . “ Enjoy it while it lasts ,” she hissed . Isteppedcloser,loweringmyvoicejustenoughthatonlyshecouldhear.“Andyouenjoywatchingfromthesidelinesbecausethat’swhereyou’llalwaysbe I stepped closer , lowering my voice just enough that only she could hear . “ And you enjoy watching from the sidelines because that’s where you’ll always be Ididn’twaitforherresponse.Turning onmyheel,Istrodepasther,thelistofnamesclutchedinmyhand.Ihadrealmatterstohandle,andwastingtimeonAnita’spettyjealousywasn’tone I didn’t wait for her response . Turning on my heel , I strode past her , the list of names clutched in my hand . I had real matters to handle , and wasting time on Anita’s petty jealousy wasn’t one ofthem. of them . ThetraininggroundwasbuzzingwithactivitywhenIarrived.Warriorssparredintheopenfield,thesharpclangofweaponsfillingtheair.MygazesweptoverthespaceuntilIfoundtheoneIwaslookingfor. The training ground was buzzing with activity when I arrived . Warriors sparred in the open field , the sharp clang of weapons filling the air . My gaze swept over the space until I found the one I was looking for . Logan Logan Hewasatall,broad–shoulderedwolfwithasmugexpression,hisarmscrossedashewatchedtwoyoungerwarriorsduel.Hiseyesflickeredwithamusementasiftheentireworldexistedforhisentertainment. He was a tall , broad – shouldered wolf with a smug expression , his arms crossed as he watched two younger warriors duel . His eyes flickered with amusement as if the entire world existed for his entertainment . 40Complaint 40 Complaint Iapproachedwithouthesitation,stoppingjustafewfeetfromhim.“Logan.” I approached without hesitation , stopping just a few feet from him . “ Logan . ” Hebarelysparedmeaglance.“What?” He barely spared me a glance . “ What ? ” “Youwerereportedforstrikingyourmateyesterday.Istated,mytoneleavingnoroomforargument.“Thatwon’tbetoleratedinthispack. “ You were reported for striking your mate yesterday . I stated , my tone leaving no room for argument . “ That won’t be tolerated in this pack . Atthat,heturnedfullytofaceme,lookingmeupanddownwithasneer.“Andwhothehelldoyouthinkyouaretotellmewhattodo?”Hislipcurled.“YoumaybeplayingLunanow,butdon’tforgetwhoyoureallyare–adaughterofathief,anOmegainstolenrobes.” At that , he turned fully to face me , looking me up and down with a sneer . “ And who the hell do you think you are to tell me what to do ? ” His lip curled . “ You may be playing Luna now , but don’t forget who you really are – a daughter of a thief , an Omega in stolen robes .” Iclenchedmyjawbutremainedcomposed.“That’snottheissuehere.Theissueisthatyouputyourhandsonyourmate,andyouwillanswerforit.” I clenched my jaw but remained composed . “ That’s not the issue here . The issue is that you put your hands on your mate , and you will answer for it . ” Loganletoutashort,harshlaugh.“Answertoyou?You’renotmyLuna.”Hetookastepcloser,toweringoverme.“You’rejustarejectedmatetheAlphasdon’tevenwant.Howdareyou-” Logan let out a short , harsh laugh . “ Answer to you ? You’re not my Luna .” He took a step closer , towering over me . “ You’re just a rejected mate the Alphas don’t even want . How dare you- ” Icuthimoffwithasharpslaptotheface,mywolfsnarlinginsideme. I cut him off with a sharp slap to the face , my wolf snarling inside me . Logan’shead Logan’s head snappedtotheside.Adarkscowlcrossedhisfaceasheturnedbacktome, hisrageboilingover.BeforeIcouldbracemyself,hishandlashedout,strikingmehardacrosstheface. snapped to the side . A dark scowl crossed his face as he turned back to me , his rage boiling over . Before I could brace myself , his hand lashed out , striking me hard across the face . Thepainwasunbearable,ButbeforeIcouldreact,thefamiliarfuriousvoiceofLennoxroaredthroughthetraininggrounds. The pain was unbearable , But before I could react , the familiar furious voice of Lennox roared through the training grounds . “Howdareyou!” “ How dare you ! ” Hisvoicewaspurerage,shakingtheverygroundbeneathus. 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