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\nMarked By the Pureblood Alpha (Deanna and Luis) novel Chapter 28<\/p>\n
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Chapter 28 Signing the Contract<\/p>\n
Deanna\u2019s POV:<\/p>\n
I was fuming inside, but my face stayed perfectly composed.<\/p>\n
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Every time I clashed with Jillian, Kathryn would take her side\u2013without ever stopping to consider who was actually right. I used to just walk away.<\/p>\n
I kept telling myself I didn\u2019t care that she favored Jillian.<\/p>\n
That I didn\u2019t mind if she loved her more.<\/p>\n
That I was simply too dignified to stoop to their level.<\/p>\n
But the truth was it stung. I was just too proud to admit it.<\/p>\n
Now I finally saw it for what it was\u2014pretending not to care never changed a thing.<\/p>\n
Walking away might look graceful, but it only fuels Jillian\u2019s ego.<\/p>\n
This time, I refuse to hand her the win.<\/p>\n
Just then, someone stepped out of the crowd\u2013it was Tessa Jones, Philip\u2019s loyal beta, always glued to his side.<\/p>\n
She addressed Kathryn with a nod. \u201cLuna, the meeting\u2019s about to begin. Why don\u2019t you and Ms. Jillian head in first?\u201d<\/p>\n
Kathryn gave a nod, and Jillian immediately linked arms with her. She strutted past me, deliberately brushing my shoulder on the way, chin lifted like she owned the place.<\/p>\n
Tessa didn\u2019t even acknowledge me. \u201cAlright, show\u2019s over. Get back to work,\u201d she barked at the employees lingering nearby.<\/p>\n
Once the hallway emptied, I pulled out my phone, tapped into a pinned chat, and sent a<\/p>\n
message.<\/p>\n
After a beat, I smiled to myself\u2013and walked into the banquet hall,<\/p>\n
This space was typically reserved for Mistbane Pack\u2019s major press events and VIP guests.<\/p>\n
Today, it was transformed\u2013floor\u2013to\u2013ceiling LED screens, a raised stage, and rows of polished tables lined with high\u2013ranking executives and business partners.<\/p>\n
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Journalists were huddled along the edges, cameras already rolling.<\/p>\n
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Clearly, Philip was using Mooncrown Pack\u2019s investment as a grand launch for the Moonline Expansion Project.<\/p>\n
I made a beeline for Jillian\u2019s table and sat down across from her.<\/p>\n
She scowled. \u201cWhy are you here?\u201d<\/p>\n
I smiled calmly. \u201cWhat? Am I not allowed to celebrate with you, my sister?\u201d<\/p>\n
I set my phone down on the table.<\/p>\n
Her eyes flicked to it. \u201cYou better be here to celebrate. Don\u2019t try to make a scene.\u201d<\/p>\n
Kathryn interrupted with a light cough. \u201cThat\u2019s enough. Today\u2019s a big day. Your dad\u2019s already giving his speech.\u201d<\/p>\n
Jillian finally went quiet.<\/p>\n
On stage, the emcee handed the microphone to Philip.<\/p>\n
He stepped forward, confident and composed.<\/p>\n
\u201cThanks to Mooncrown Pack\u2019s generous investment of eight billion dollars, the Moonline Expansion Project is officially underway. We\u2019re grateful to the Alpha, Luis Eaton, for his trust and partnership.\u201d<\/p>\n
Gasps and murmurs rippled through the crowd.<\/p>\n
Philip continued, \u201cLadies and gentlemen, please join me in welcoming Pamela Dugan, Director of Mooncrown Corporation\u2019s Investment Department, as she takes the stage for the signing ceremony.\u201d<\/p>\n
Heads turned and cameras flashed as Pamela rose from her seat at the head table.<\/p>\n
Pamela stood, flashing a polished corporate smile, and gave a brief wave to the reporters and<\/p>\n
guests.<\/p>\n
Pamela\u2019s POV:<\/p>\n
I was just about to step on stage to sign the contract for Mooncrown Pack when my phone buzzed in my hand.<\/p>\n
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One glance at the screen made me pause.<\/p>\n
It was Luis Eaton, the Alpha.<\/p>\n
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He almost never reached out directly, especially not for details. His interest usually stopped at the company name and investment amount.<\/p>\n
Even this deal with Mistbane Pack for their Moonline Expansion Project had been a last- minute decision on his part.<\/p>\n
The investment department hadn\u2019t even been looped in.<\/p>\n
That alone had been a major favor\u2013I had no idea what Mistbane Pack did to earn his attention.<\/p>\n
Without a second thought, I ignored the etiquette coordinator and the executives waiting on me and answered.<\/p>\n
\u201cYes, Alpha. What can I do for you?\u201d<\/p>\n
He spoke only a few brief words.<\/p>\n
\u201cAlright, I understand.\u201d<\/p>\n
I hung up, composed myself, and walked up to the stage with a steady smile.<\/p>\n
Philip extended his hand. \u201cWe truly appreciate Mooncrown Pack\u2019s support. Please tell Alpha we\u2019ll make sure the Moonline Expansion Project exceeds expectations.\u201d<\/p>\n
I returned the handshake and smiled. \u201cIf you want to thank someone, you should thank Ms. Wiley.\u201d<\/p>\n
Philip froze for a second, then quickly recovered. \u201cYou\u2019re right, Ms. Dugan. My daughter worked hard to bring this investment in. After we sign, I\u2019ll officially transfer ten percent of Mistbane Pack\u2019s shares to her.\u201d<\/p>\n
I raised an eyebrow slightly. \u201cThen let\u2019s have Ms. Wiley up here as well. Alpha said she\u2019s the reason this deal happened.\u201d<\/p>\n
Philip hesitated, then nodded. \u201cOf course. I\u2019ll have my daughter join us on stage to sign it on behalf of Mistbane Pack.\u201d<\/p>\n
He turned to his assistant. \u201cTessa, bring Jillian up for the signing.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Jillian\u2019s POV:<\/p>\n
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Signing the contract on behalf of Mistbane Pack was my moment.<\/p>\n
Maybe I\u2019d even make the front page tomorrow.<\/p>\n
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I was ecstatic. I slipped off my red shawl, letting my plunging neckline take the spotlight.<\/p>\n
\u201cMom, I\u2019m going up to sign for Mistbane Pack.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cGo, go! I\u2019ll snap pictures from here\u2013you\u2019re my shining star,\u201d Kathryn beamed.<\/p>\n
As I passed Deanna, she sat there with her arms folded, wearing that smug little smirk.<\/p>\n
I let out a sharp breath.<\/p>\n
\u201cJealousy\u2019s a bad look, Deanna\u2013and you\u2019re wearing it head to toe.\u201d<\/p>\n
With that, I lifted my skirt slightly and strutted confidently toward the stage.<\/p>\n
My dad, usually so stiff and serious, actually gave me a soft look and nodded.<\/p>\n
I<\/p>\n
gave him my sweetest smile, took the pen from his hand, and with all eyes on me, signed: \u2018Jillian Wiley.\u2018<\/p>\n
But just as I handed the contract to Mooncrown Pack\u2019s rep, she glanced at it\u2013then froze. Her expression turned icy.<\/p>\n
She tossed the pen aside. \u201cWhy isn\u2019t Deanna Wiley\u2019s name on this?\u201d<\/p>\n
Deanna? What does this have to do with her?<\/p>\n
Panic surged through me. My palms went clammy.<\/p>\n
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