Claimed And Marked By Her Stepbrother Mates novel Chapter 251

Chapter 251: 251-Got Myself In Trouble Once Again

Helanie:

"I guess you didn’t want to seem unapologetic?" Lamar muttered, shaking his head. His tone made it clear he was furious that Lord Dewitt was leveraging information to force me into forgiving Rayden.

"Lamar," Dewitt began, his voice laced with authority, "you’re in my pack. Do you know one of the rules of my pack? Never sleep with my daughter. You come here, guilty of that very crime, and then try to act tough with me?" His words were sharp, calculated. He was a man who wielded power like a weapon, using it to control and silence anyone who dared oppose him.

Lamar didn’t flinch. "Go ahead, punish me. But you’ll have to tell the council and your pack members why. Are you ready to admit that I was between your daughter’s legs?"

The sound of his hand slamming onto the table echoed through the room. Lord Dewitt’s smug smile vanished instantly.

I gripped Lamar’s hand tightly, a silent warning. Jenny wouldn’t appreciate his reckless words, no matter how justified his anger.

"What’s wrong? Not so smug now, huh?" Lamar sneered, pulling his hand free from mine to glare directly at Dewitt.

"Do you want the information or not?" Lady Estella’s calm yet commanding voice cut through the tension. She turned her sharp gaze to me, ignoring Lamar entirely.

In that moment, I realized the gravity of the situation. My complaint against Rayden wasn’t just a nuisance--it was a threat. If they were going to such lengths over a simple grievance, what would they do if they discovered I intended to accuse him of far worse--of rape and murder?

"I’m ready," I said through clenched teeth. Lamar shot me a look of disappointment, his voice dropping to a whisper. "Helanie..."

I understood his frustration, but I had my reasons. A minor punishment wouldn’t change anything, and expelling Rayden would only send him back to his pack--a safe haven. No, I needed him to stay at the academy, where I could watch his every move and make his life miserable. If I wanted to destroy my enemy, I had to do it while keeping him close.

"I already know who the smarter one is between you two," Dewitt quipped, his tone mocking before his expression turned serious again. "There’s a pen in front of you. What are you waiting for?"

I gave a small nod and reached for the pen. Lamar grabbed my hand one last time, his eyes searching mine for any sign of hesitation. But I didn’t waver. He let go with a defeated sigh, and I signed the papers, officially withdrawing my complaint.

Dewitt snatched the papers from the table, a triumphant smile spreading across his face.

"Now, my beloved Luna," he said, turning to his wife, "share what you know."

Lady Estella smiled, proud and confident, as though she had just won a great battle. She began to speak, her voice dripping with satisfaction.