Unclaimed Luna’s Desire
Chapter 57 Latest Experience of Mindlink

Ellie's POV:

When Paul threw that angry question at me, I couldn't help but ask myself if I really loved him.

Being with Paul was a blast, almost making me believe I was truly loved. This guy, who used to be a total player, hadn't been with anyone else since we got together. I saw all of it.

Paul had given me his whole heart, and he treated me like a queen.

We were practically living together, like a couple who saw each other every day. Even though I hadn't said yes to his love confession, he kept chasing me, planning one perfect date after another. It was something I'd never experienced before—romantic, sweet, and totally captivating.

I wasn't naive; I knew what was going on.

Even when he sensed something was off with me, Paul's first move was to comfort me, not to give up or blame me. I thought I had feelings for Paul. I mean, how could I not, after all the effort he put in? During our time together, he'd always ask if I was happy.

Paul cooked amazing meals, complimented my looks, bought me beautiful gifts and jewelry-things no one had ever done for me, not even Aelros.

Aelros just wanted me as a hookup, but Paul treated me like a girlfriend, maybe even a wife.

I thought I hit the jackpot.

But that was before I overheard that conversation.

I accidentally heard Paul and Aelros talking.

It yanked me out of my fairy tale and slammed me back into reality.

I leaned against the cold wall, hiding behind the stairs.

Paul's indifferent and joking remarks echoed in my ears. This was the real Paul, the playboy rumored to be emotionless and skilled at playing women. Everything before was just an act to get close to me, just to get my body.

I had been fooling myself, thinking Paul treated me differently, that he liked me.

But no, Paul didn't really like me. He just liked playing with my body, interested in my wolfish flaws.

I even suspected that if he could, Paul would prefer me not to be a wolf, to always be like a helpless person. That would fit his taste better. Paul's words poisoned my heart like venom.

My heart ached intensely, the overwhelming sadness making it hard to stand. I could only clutch my chest.

I started to regret why my hearing had become so sharp now.

If I were the old me, maybe I wouldn't have uncovered this cruel truth.

I could have stayed in the dark, always thinking I was loved.

But I was grateful I found out the truth early, so I didn't suffer more and endure deeper deception.

I should be happy.

But I felt warm tears streaming down my cheeks. When I touched the corners of my eyes, I realized I was crying.

I crouched down, curling up, feeling utterly heartbroken.

The betrayal was unbearable.

I didn't want to eavesdrop on their conversation anymore; I had already heard enough.

Taking a deep breath, leaning against the hard wall, I decided to leave.

I climbed a few stairs up, suddenly feeling a strong gaze on me.

During my time with Paul, my intuition had sharpened.

I looked back in the direction of the gaze, only to meet Aelros' smiling eyes.

Quickly, I lowered my head in guilt.

I was worried Aelros was still mad at me, not sure if Paul had explained why I had to leave Aelros' place.

I didn't dare to face Aelros, fearing his mockery.

I was the one who begged Aelros to let me stay with him.

Now, because I didn't listen to Aelros and went out on my own, I ended up getting kidnapped by my foster parents and brought here. It was my own fault. "Ellie." As I turned around, I suddenly heard Aelros' voice.

But it was weird Aelros' voice was in my head, not through my ears.

Confused, I looked at him, only to see Aelros talking to Paul, not showing any signs of calling me.

"Ellie, I look forward to your return." Aelros' voice echoed in my mind again. This time I was sure it wasn't a hallucination; it was really Aelros. I couldn't be mistaken.

But Aelros hadn't spoken at all. He was just listening to Paul.

'Is it Aelros' voice in my mind? How can I hear it?' I wondered.

"Mindlink. Ellie, you have connected with me." Aelros took a sip of his red wine, smiling at me when Paul wasn't looking. "It seems you are about to transform into a wolf." Mindlink?

This was my first experience with it, and it was fascinating.

Mindlink was a way for werewolves to communicate through their minds, something only werewolves could do. But many kids about to become wolves also temporarily had this skill. I realized this meant I was about to transform.

Excitement and anticipation filled my heart.

The wolf inside me had been restless lately, and every morning I woke up feeling sore all over.

At first, I thought it was because of Paul, but now with the mindlink, I knew my transformation was near.

I figured I should pick a day to prepare to leave this place.

I needed freedom, and I needed to face my upcoming transformation.

But even after Aelros and Paul stopped talking, I didn't get any more mindlinks from Aelros.

It seemed my ability was still unstable. After all, I wasn't a wolf yet.

I sighed with regret.

Aelros didn't suggest to Paul to take me away, and even when Paul escorted him out, Aelros didn't mention it.

I couldn't understand Aelros' intentions.

Maybe he didn't want to deal with me, a useless person. Maybe Aelros was just here as a guest.

Aelros found me, but he didn't intend to take me away.

At that moment, I realized no one truly cared for me, and no one could save me.

Only when I became strong and capable of saving myself would it be truly effective.

I realized that freedom was more important to me than Paul's fake love.

So, in response to Paul's question, I could only choose silence and avoidance, which undoubtedly angered Paul!

Paul's face darkened, and he grabbed my wrist, dragging me into the bathroom.

I was thrown onto the smooth, hard floor, feeling intense pain as my knees hit the ground first.

"Paul, let me explain!" I tried to reason with him, but he covered my mouth with his hand.

"Ellie, I've been too gentle with you all this time." Paul tied my hands with a rope, securing them to the doorknob. Though his tone was gentle, his face was unusually dark. "I think I've been wrong all along. Maybe you always liked someone as rough as Aelros. I think I should learn from him."

I was terrified and kept retreating, trying to hide in the corner.

I was afraid of the angry Paul.