"I am sorry, Luna."

I swallowed hard as I heard Sebastian, the healer of the Blue Moon pack, say. My hands trembled as I covered my mouth, trying to stop myself from making noise.

"I am sorry, but you only have a month to live. The disease is eating your life force faster than we expected," Sebastian added.

But my mind went blank. All I could ever think was, why did it have to be me? I was faithful to my duties as the Luna of the pack. I am also loyal to my husband, Blake, the Alpha of the Blue Moon pack. All of my life, I tried to be good. I tried to make everyone happy. But why am I being punished?

My phone rang, pulling me away from dark thoughts. I hurriedly picked up my phone from my pocket; I saw my mate's name on the phone screen. I tapped and answered it. I cleared my throat. "H-Hon?"

I glanced at Sebastian, motioning him to be quiet.

"Where are you?"

"I am still in my office. Why?" I tried to sound typical, but Blake didn't know my condition. I plan to tell him once I get home.

"Nice. I won't be home again. I have a lot of things to do in the office. I have to review the plans that have been submitted.” I heard footsteps. “Blakey, who's that?” A soft voice stopped Blake from talking to me. "I gotta go," Blake continued and ended the call.

My stomach churned. And it dawned on me that my mate was with Viviene again. My phone beeped with my trembling hand. I tapped my phone screen again, and the tears I had been trying to hold fell. It was a photo of Viviene smiling, and behind her was my mate, Blake. Hugging her while smiling warmly at the camera. I had always asked my alpha to take photos with me, but he always refused. Telling me how annoying it would be to pose in front of the camera.

"Luna?" Sebastian asked worriedly.

I know that my mate didn't love me the way I wanted to be loved. But I loved Blake with all my heart. I defied Abuelo and married Blake because, in my eyes, Blake was the perfect man for me. He is kind and loved by everyone. He was chosen as the Alpha because of his outstanding strength. And when I became his wife, I tried hard to be perfect. So that I can stand beside him proudly and no one will criticize Blake. Blake deserves an outstanding wife, similar to him. Consequently, I exerted myself excessively over the years, which led to my frequent illness. And my immune system weakened as the years passed by.

I stood up and walked away, not looking back. Right now, I just wanted to be home. I arrived at our manor, and the warm breeze fondled my skin as I went inside. I sat down and stared at our wedding portrait. I remember that day. I had a massive argument with Abuelo. He insisted that I should never marry Blake, but I still did. A year after that, Abuelo passed away.

And now, I realized he was right all along. I am terminally ill, and my Alpha doesn't even know that I am dying. And he is with his secretary, Viviene. Viviene had been Blake's secretary since he became Alpha. She has always been in our lives since then. I always shrugged off the idea of Blake cheating on me with Viviene because Blake always tells me I will always be his wife. And that Viviene is just his secretary who needs a little help. Since he is the pack's Alpha, he needs to help everyone. That is what he always tells me, and I was naive to believe that. I was blinded by the love I had for him.

A loud thud made me flinch. I automatically snapped my head in the direction of the front door. I saw Blake running towards me. He stopped in front of me, towering over me.

"Why are you with that damn Sebastian again?"

My brows furrowed, I tried to stand, but Blake pushed me down. I glared at him, his mouth parted in surprise.

"What is wrong with you?"

He glared at me, "Why are you with him? Why did that bastard answer my call? Why is your phone with him?"

"What?"

"I called your number, and he answered my call," he growled.

"I think I left my phone in his office," I answered. "I had a minor accident in my office, and everyone insisted that I should see a healer. That's why I was with Sebastian. And I think I accidentally left my phone in his office."

Blake's expression changed. He looked at me worriedly, "What happened? Are you hurt?"

This is one of the reasons why I fell in love with him. He is kind... to everyone, including me. But I was never his priority. I cleared my throat and didn't want to cry in front of him.

But before I could even answer him, the door swung open.

"Sir?"

I smiled bitterly; Viviene entered our manor. I looked at Blake, and he hurriedly went to Viviene. And again, I was left alone. I no longer want to witness how my husband treats his secretary like she is his wife.

I groaned when I felt a searing pain in my stomach. I clutched my stomach as the pain increased. I felt nauseous; I hurriedly stood up, went to the bathroom, and vomited. My illness is getting worse day by day. I thought Sebastian could help me, but unfortunately, I acquired an incurable disease.

My knees wobbled as I stood up away from the toilet. Before leaving, I had to make sure to flush the toilet. When I left the bathroom, I saw my mate enter our room.

"What happened?" Blake hurriedly went to me.

"Just an upset stomach," I lied.

"You sure? I don't want to leave you knowing that you're sick."

"I am fine," I cut him off.

I don't want to hear any nonsense from my Alpha. Contrary to what he said, he always leaves for work or because of Viviene whenever I am sick. Viviene often gets sick, and since she is an orphan and has no one else to rely on, I always believed what he said because he is Alpha, and he needed to take care of everyone in the pack. But I also have no one to rely on because, for my mate, I can do everything alone.

Blake helped me go back to bed.

"Sir?"

My eyes widened when I heard that familiar voice. Then a knock came after that. I looked at my mate, asking for an explanation.

The alpha sighed, "She slept here last night. After you go to bed, something happens in Viviene's apartment. There was a fire, and instead of going to a hotel or something, I told her to stay here for a while until she finds a new flat."

"This. Is. Our. Manor!" I angrily said, emphasizing each word.

That alpha caressed my face. "I know, Baby. But Viviene needs help. That's why I let her stay here last night. She will stay here for a week, just a week. I promise."

I shook my head and angrily stared at him, "This is our home. Our manor was given to us by the elders of our pack. Why would you let a stranger in?"

"A stranger? You've known Viviene for four years, Luna. And she had been my secretary for years, and she's a childhood friend of mine. Why can't you be a little considerate?"

I scoffed, "When will you be considerate of what I feel, Blake? This is our home, our manor! Yet you let a stranger sleep here." I paused when I felt a searing pain in my stomach again. "Get that damn woman out of our home, Blake!"

"Luna!"

I don't want him to see me weak. I don't want Viviene to win this time.

"Leave, Blake. Leave. If you don't let that woman leave our manor, I will be the one to leave!" I spat angrily, trying to hide the pain.

Alpha didn't answer, but he just walked away. And because of that, I know he will choose her again this time. That day, I didn't go to work nor went to the healer's office. I just slept all day due to the medicines that I had been taking. And I feel blue; I don't know what to do with my life anymore. I only have a month to live, but my mate is busy being an Alpha. I don't want to die. I am scared of dying.

The next morning I woke up even more tired. But instead of doing nothing today, I decided to go to Sebastian. I know that he said that there's no cure, but I don't want to give up. I need to fight, not just for myself but for someone else.

I headed to the kitchen after doing my morning routine. I must consume food, as I neglected to consume any sustenance last night, which is detrimental to my health. But my brows furrowed when I saw Viviene in the kitchen, sitting comfortably while drinking a glass of milk.

"Good morning," she said with a smile.

Just as expected, Alpha entered the room carrying a bundle of fresh fruits.

"Why is she still here?" I asked, and I didn't hide the hostility in my voice.

"Luna!"

"I am sorry, Luna. I know you don't want me here. But I didn't have a choice last night. My stomach hurt, and I was afraid that something would happen to my baby."

I couldn't breathe after hearing those words. Alpha hurriedly went to Viviene to comfort her. He gently wiped her tears.

"Calm down, Viviene. Crying isn't good for your health or the baby. We don't want that to happen," Alpha muttered softly to his Omega secretary. Blake snapped his head in my direction. "Couldn't you be a little considerate, Luna? Viviene has no one to rely on. She only had us."

I smiled bitterly. I wanted to correct what he said. Viviene isn't even my friend, yet my mate kept telling me to help her. When he couldn't even take care of me? And to think that Viviene is pregnant, and I am sure that Alpha is the father of her child. I unconsciously touched my stomach. The reason why I still want to fight the incurable disease is not just for me but also for my unborn child. Hoping that once I give birth, our family will be complete. But right now, I couldn't even tell Alpha that I was dying and carrying his seed.

"Sebastian!" I screamed as I entered his office. I was clutching my stomach. When I left the manor, the pain started to increase. I don't know if it is because of my illness or because of the baby. I am scared to lose my child, to lose myself.

Sebastian, sitting on the swivel chair, hurriedly went to me.

"Help," that's the only thing I said before I lost consciousness.

I woke up feeling lightheaded. When I opened my eyes, the first thing I saw was the white ceiling. My hands automatically went to my stomach.

"Don't worry, your baby is fine, Luna."

My eyes went to Sebastian, who was sitting beside my bed. I breathed a sigh of relief. I know that I don't have much time left. But I'd like to believe that there will be a miracle. That maybe one day, my baby and I will survive.

Sebastian held my hand, "Luna..."

I smiled bitterly, "I am dying. Is it a week?" I scoffed angrily. "Why did the deity give me a chance of being pregnant? Yet, I only have weeks to live. Am I being punished, Sebastian?"

Sebastian had been my friend since we were kids. When our family left the town, I was hurt knowing I would leave my friend behind. And when my parents died, I had to go back to town. That's when I met Blake and fell in love with him. Even when I married Blake, Sebastian remained my friend. Although sometimes, I

have to avoid Sebastian due to Blake's request that he isn't comfortable with Sebastian being my friend.

Sebastian squeezed my hand, trying to comfort me. "I have a way, Luna."

My heart pounded.

"But this isn't easy to do and should be done."

My forehead creased, "What do you mean?"

Sebastian shut his eyes as he breathed a sigh, "This is forbidden magic, Luna. This has been buried for centuries."

"Don't tell me..." I trailed off. My eyes widened in disbelief.

Sebastian nodded, "This is black magic, Luna. But this is the only way for you to live."

"No," I firmly said and shook my head.

"Please... Luna. I can't lose you again. I lost my best friend for years, and I can't afford to lose you again," Sebastian pleaded.

"But Sebastian, you told me that this is forbidden magic!"

"Yeah. But I don't care as long as you live. It will be fine, I will be fine."

My throat went dry. I don't know what to say. I stared at Sebastian intently.

He squeezed my hand gently again. "For you to be able to live again. We must find a new host for your soul-"

"What?" I asked frantically. "How about my baby? I don't want to lose my child, Sebastian!"

"The fetus's soul will also be transferred. I already did my research, Luna. For the past few days, I've been trying to find ways to help you. When we were kids, I promised you that I would protect you, right? And now I am doing my best to help you."

"Why are you doing this?"

He gently smiled, "Because you're my best friend. And you deserve all the world could offer, Luna."

Sebastian was always there. He would help me without asking for anything in return. Even if Blake's rude to him, he would just shrug it off. He has been nothing but the best. While my mate couldn't be with me when I needed him the most. He wouldn't go against his morals just to help me. But Sebastian will and will always be my soulmate.

A tear escaped my eyes.

"Why are you crying? Are you in pain?"

And I cried harder. I cried like a kid all night. Thinking and asking God why my life became like this. All I ever did was love Blake more than myself. Sebastian never left my side even until I fell asleep. I woke up the next morning feeling a little lightheaded. I haven't agreed with Sebastian's plan. Without Sebastian knowing, I decided to go home.

When I arrived at the manor, everything felt heavy. I went upstairs, heading to our bedroom. Every step I took felt heavy. My heart is pounding crazy. I could hear giggles inside our bedroom. And it dawned on me, that the familiar voices talking inside made me want to throw up.

"Blake, stop it!" Viviene said between her giggles. "When will your mate be home?"

"She isn't my mate, Viviene."

"Well, in the eyes of our elders. She is legally your mate," Viviene's voice laced with annoyance.

"Stop pouting, Vivi. You know that you are my only mate. Luna's just a tool for me. She's the reason why the elders chose me. But soon she will die. And after that, you will become the Luna of our pack. The elders won't oppose my decisions anymore because I have solidified my position as the Alpha of our pack. No one will oppose you if you become my mate."

"I hope she will die sooner," Viviene said.

I took a step back. My stomach churned. I wanted to push the door and attack them. But who am I kidding? My constitution is weak. I don't have the power to attack them. I love Blake with all that I have, but right now? I want to kill him with my bare hands. He betrayed me and deceived me. He even knew I was dying, yet he wanted me to die sooner.