We Built a Kingdom From Ashes That Still Remembered Love by Aila Frost 808
We Built a Kingdom From Ashes That Still Remembered Love by Aila Frost 808 Summary
Irene is deeply upset, sitting on her bed and trembling while absorbed in her phone. When the narrator enters with pizza, Irene refuses to eat, overwhelmed by her emotions after a confrontation with Erik. The narrator tries to comfort her, acknowledging Erik’s harsh approach but insisting he cares for Irene. Irene remains bitter and distrustful, especially after feeling betrayed by Chuck, who hasn’t reached out to explain himself.
The narrator gently probes Irene about Chuck, wondering if he’s ever asked for anything from her, but Irene dismisses the idea. Their conversation shifts to the narrator’s own troubles with she-wolves at the packhouse, which Irene recognizes as Liv and her group. Irene offers to help the narrator deal with the situation by training her to become a proper Luna, using her knowledge and experience.
Despite her own pain, Irene shows a willingness to support her friend, seeing this as a distraction from her own troubles. The narrator hesitates but ultimately agrees to the deal, hoping it might also help Irene open up more. They shake hands, sealing their agreement to help each other through their respective struggles.
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Chapter 808
Irene sat on her bed; her face buried in her phone, and her body trembling.
“Hey,” I said, stepping into the room and shutting the door behind me. “I brought you pizza.”
She glanced up at me with a frown before looking back down at her phone.
“I’m not hungry,” she murmured. “Yeah, but you should eat something,” I tell her. “I know you’ve had a long day and you weren’t expecting Erik to bombard you like that, but you need to keep up your strength.”
“Erik is such an asshole for what he did,” he muttered.
“Maybe he’s an asshole for how he went about it,” I admitted. “But his heart was in the right place. He cares about you, Irene.”
“He lied to me.”
“Or maybe he didn’t. Did you stop and think maybe he’s telling the truth? That Chuck isn’t who he says he is? I mean, what kind of mate cheats like that?”
“Ethan cheated on you,” Irene reminded me, making me flinch.
“Yes, and then your father saved me. Maybe Erik is the one who’s going to save you,” I told her, glad that my voice didn’t falter.
She rolled her eyes.
“Doubtful. He’s just another guy wanting to play with my heart, and I’m not going through that again,” she muttered, her voice was bitter and unlike herself. It made me shiver.
“Have you spoken to Chuck since everything went down?” I found myself asking.
She shook her head.
“No,” she muttered. “But I think about texting him all the time. I hate that he hasn’t called to explain things to me.”
I wasn’t sur what there was to explain, but I bit back my words.
“Has Chuck ever asked you for anything?” I asked, changing the subject drastically, and it made her blink.
“Like what?”
“I don’t know… anything,” I said with a shrug. “Money, jewels… anything you might have given him?”
“I don’t think so,” she said, getting lost in thought for a moment before shaking her head. “What’s with the questions?”
“No reason,” I said, forcing a light laugh. “I was just wondering.”
“What’s up with you? You seem off, too.”
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I decided against telling her the situation with my family because I wasn’t sur where her head was at, but I did tell her about the she-wolves at the packhouse. Her eyes grew wide.
“You should tell my father. He won’t stand for that. They’re slandering their future, Luna… his mate,” she said, folding her arms across her chest. “I bet it was Liv and her stupid posse.”
“It was,” I said, unsurprised that she knew that without me saying it.
Irene scoffed.
“Figures,” she muttered. “I used to be a part of that posse before I realized they didn’t actually like me.”
“I’m not exactly sure what to do if they protest,” I admit. “Gavin will think I’m incapable.”
“My father would never think that. But if you’re worried, I could help you.”
I raised my brows.
“Help me how?”
“I mean, I have been training my entire life to be a proper Luna, and I know this world better than anyone. I can help you… train you… turn you into a Luna.”
“You’d do that?” I asked. “Why?”
She shrugged.
“Despite everything, you’re still my friend. Plus, I could use a distraction,” she told me. She held out her hand with a sly grin. “Do we have a deal. Help me with my distraction and getting my mind off of all this shit… and I’ll help you be the best Luna you can be.”
I thought about it for a moment before I took her hand; if anything, I can maybe convince her to open up to me
more.
“Okay,” I relented. “You have a deal.”
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Conclusion
The chapter closes on a note of tentative hope and renewed connection, as two women, each burdened by their own pain and doubts, find a reason to lean on one another. Irene’s bitterness and mistrust are met with gentle understanding and an offer of friendship, suggesting that healing might come not just from confronting external challenges but from the quiet support of a true ally. Their pact to help each other—one seeking strength and the other seeking distraction—hints at the possibility of growth and resilience forged through shared experience.
Underlying the tension and emotional wounds is a theme of loyalty and the complexity of love, where betrayal and forgiveness intertwine. Despite the shadows cast by past hurts and the uncertain path ahead, the chapter affirms that bonds built on honesty and compassion can become a kingdom from ashes—one that still remembers love and the promise of new beginnings.
What to Expect in Next Chapter?
The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the evolving bond between Irene and the narrator, as they forge an unexpected alliance rooted in mutual support and shared struggles. With Irene offering to help train the narrator to become a stronger Luna, readers can anticipate a journey of growth, empowerment, and perhaps a rekindling of trust between two friends navigating their complicated emotions. This partnership may bring moments of vulnerability and strength, highlighting the complexities of friendship amidst turmoil.
At the same time, the tension surrounding the packhouse drama and the she-wolves’ protests looms large, hinting at conflicts that could challenge loyalties and test the characters’ resolve. As the characters confront external threats and internal doubts, the emotional stakes will rise, leaving readers eager to see how these intertwined challenges will shape their futures. The chapter ahead is sure to balance personal healing with the pressures of leadership, setting the stage for both confrontation and unexpected solidarity.
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