Contract Marriage With Alpha Snow - Chapter 354

Chapter 354: Summoned 2
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CHAPTER 354

~Zara’s POV~

“No,” I gritted out through clenched teeth, every ounce of my being fighting against her pull. “I won’t.”

Suddenly, a spark ignited deep within me, a faint but fierce light that pushed back against the darkness.

The head witch’s smirk faltered, her eyes narrowing. “What’s this?”

The light grew stronger, spreading through my body and pushing against the tendrils of dark energy. The chanting of the witches faltered, their voices trembling as the light began to fill the chamber.

The pain in my chest lessened, replaced by a warmth that felt like sunlight breaking through a storm. I grasped onto it, holding it tight as I pushed back against the head witch’s power.

“You can’t have me,” I spat, my voice trembling but firm.

The head witch growled, her calm demeanour shattering. “You foolish girl! You don’t know what you’re doing!”

But I didn’t stop. I let the light consume me, let it pour out of me in waves that sent the witches stumbling back.

The head witch hissed, shielding her eyes as the light engulfed the chamber, dissolving the dark tendrils that bound me.

And then, just as suddenly as it began, the light faded, and I collapsed to the ground, my body trembling from the effort.

When I looked up, the witches were gone, the chamber empty except for the flickering torches.

I gasped for air, my heart pounding as I tried to process what had just happened.

“Zara…”

The voice was faint, but it pulled me back to reality. Slowly, I opened my eyes to find myself back in my bedroom, the familiar warmth of the sheets grounding me.

But the pain in my chest lingered, a reminder of what had just transpired. I looked around, my eyes settling on Snow beside me.

“Hey, hey, hey, you are alright,” he cooed as he pulled me closer to him in his embrace.

My first thought was to tell Snow all that transpired when he asked what happened, but I didn’t want to disturb him.

He had his fair share of problems with his pack and family.

Now, I knew who best to go to for my own problem—my family, my mother.

Snow patted me after some time and with a soft kiss, I drifted back to sleep in his arms.

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When I opened my eyes the next morning, the sunlight streaming through the windows felt unusually warm, like a soft reassurance after the storm I had faced during the night.

I stretched, feeling the soreness in my chest and body. For a moment, I wondered if Snow was still beside me, but the empty space on his side of the bed told me otherwise.

As I shifted, my hand brushed against a folded piece of paper resting on his pillow. My curiosity was piqued instantly as I picked it up and unfolded it.

Good morning, my love,

I didn’t want to wake you—you looked so peaceful, and I know how much you needed the rest. I’ll be at the office today, but not for long. Breakfast is on the trolley, just the way you like it.

Don’t overthink anything today, Zara. Just take care of yourself. You’re my heart and my everything.

Always yours, Snow.

A smile spread across my face, a warm flutter blooming in my chest. “You hopeless romantic,” I murmured under my breath.

My gaze shifted to the trolley beside the bed. A tray sat atop it, holding a steaming cup of coffee, scrambled eggs, toast, and a small vase with a single red rose. It was such a simple yet thoughtful gesture that it made me fall even harder for him.

Still clutching the note, I got up and headed to the bathroom to brush my teeth. As I looked at my reflection in the mirror, the events of the previous night crept back into my thoughts.

The pain. The head witch’s voice. The light that had surged from within me.

It wasn’t a nightmare. It had been real—just not in the physical sense. My body may have been here, but my spirit had been dragged into their dark, sinister world.

As I splashed water on my face, I tried to shake the unease settling in my stomach. They wanted my powers, and now I knew for sure that Thorned Crescent and Shadow Clave were involved.

No more hesitation. I needed answers, and there was only one person who could give them to me—my mother.

Once I finished breakfast, I picked up my phone and dialled Scott. He answered almost immediately.

“Good morning, Luna.”

“Morning, Scott. I need you to get the car ready. I’m heading to the Golden Claw pack today.”

“Understood, ma’am. I’ll arrange for a warrior to drive you as well.”

“Thank you.”

After getting dressed in a simple outfit—a loose white blouse paired with light blue jeans and comfortable flats—I made my way downstairs. Scott and the warrior-driver were already waiting by the car.

“Ready, ma’am?” Scott asked as he opened the door for me.

I nodded, sliding into the backseat. “Let’s go.”

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The drive to the Golden Claw pack was uneventful. My major companion was my thoughts, as I had shut Astrid out.

The scenery outside was beautiful—rolling hills, dense forests, and the occasional glimpse of wildlife. But I was too consumed by my thoughts to appreciate it fully.

When we reached the pack’s territory, my heart lightened at the sight of my mother standing outside the packhouse, waiting for me. Her long blonde hair caught the sunlight, giving her an ethereal glow, and her warm smile instantly made me feel safe.

“Zara!” she called, rushing toward the car as soon as I stepped out.

“Mother!” I enveloped her in a tight hug, the familiar scent of lavender and honey bringing me comfort.

She pulled back slightly, her brows furrowing. “I sensed you coming, my dear. Is everything alright?”

“Not exactly,” I admitted, forcing a small smile. “And I am also sorry for how I left the last time.”

Mother beamed at me and nodded. Then her expression turned serious. “Let’s go inside.”