Who Stole The Healer's Potion?

“You really think you can outsmart me, Sabrina?”

I said this as I walked back and forth in the room, my hands shaking with anger. This was not just about the past; it was about survival. Every night since I returned, I focused on making the potion that could help me regain my position as the pack’s lead healer.

But whenever I tried to relax, memories flooded my mind—the betrayal, the accusations, and how Sabrina had humiliated me. I wouldn’t let that happen again.

On the seventh night, a soft knock interrupted my thoughts. The door opened, revealing my mother. She smiled warmly and placed a bowl of soup on my desk.

“Jade, you’re working too hard,” she said gently, her eyes full of concern. “You’ve been at this for days. It’s not good for you.”

I glanced at the piles of notes and herbs scattered across the desk. “I’m fine, Mom. I need to finish this.”

She shook her head softly and put a comforting hand on my shoulder. “You’re stronger than you think, sweetheart. Just don’t lose yourself in it.”

Her words felt like a splash of cold water. For the first time in days, I took a deep breath. Why hadn’t I thought of this before? I didn’t have to rush. I could create this potion in peace, away from prying eyes. This time, no one, not even Sabrina, would be able to steal it.

I kissed my mom on the cheek, thankful for her support. “Get some rest, Mom. I’ll handle the rest.”

Once she left, I grabbed a pen and began writing the new formula for the elixir by hand. This time, I wouldn’t leave any digital files for anyone to copy. I would perfect every ingredient and step in secret.

By morning, I had finished the first draft of the potion's formula. I felt proud. This elixir was my chance to restore my honor, and I wouldn’t let Sabrina ruin it again.

But as the sun came through the window, doubt crept in. I remembered how, in my past life, Sabrina had stood before the entire pack, accusing me of treason. She claimed I had stolen her family’s ancient healing formula, and her tears made everyone believe her.

Sabrina Voss, with her perfect looks and manipulative charm, had turned the entire pack against me. They called me a traitor, saying I had endangered their lives with a stolen potion.

The whispers and accusations came rushing back.

“I heard Jade’s been up to something shady. She shouldn’t even be allowed near the pack’s archives.”

“Sabrina’s family trusted her with that formula for generations, and Jade stole it? What a disgrace!”

My anger flared as I remembered my packmates' cruel words. They didn’t hesitate to turn against me and exile my family because of her lies. Even Samuel, my mate, had chosen her over me.

I clenched my fists at the memory of Samuel looking at her like she was the only one that mattered.

I shook my head, pushing those thoughts away. This time would be different. I wouldn’t let Sabrina ruin my life again.

As I finished my preparations, I heard whispers outside my window. The pack was already talking.

“Did you see Sabrina’s latest post? She said someone’s trying to steal her family’s formula again.”

“No way. Is that true? Who could it be?”

“Sabrina’s been working on a new elixir for the pack. Whoever it is will get themselves exiled for this. You know how Alpha Samuel cares for his childhood friend.”

The gossip felt like a punch to the gut. My instincts screamed at me to confront her, but I knew better. I needed proof. I couldn’t rush into this without a plan, not again.

My heart raced as I pulled up my phone. There it was—Sabrina’s post, timestamped early that morning. She claimed someone had stolen her work again, hinting at my name.

She was doing it again. Stealing my work and twisting it into her own. But this time, I wouldn’t let her get away with it.

I scrolled through her post, narrowing my eyes at the details. She mentioned working on a healing potion—my potion. The one I had been perfecting for weeks. How could she know? I hadn’t shared it with anyone.

My mind raced, piecing it together. Someone must have leaked my work to her. But who?

Suddenly, it hit me. Samuel.

Of course. He had always defended her, always found ways to praise her, even at my expense. Was he feeding her information? Was he helping her sabotage me again?

My heart pounded as I stared at my phone, the weight of betrayal settling in. Samuel was my mate, the one person who was supposed to protect me. But he had let me down before, and now it looked like he was doing it again.

I couldn’t trust anyone—not even him.

But I wasn’t the same Jade I had been in my past life. This time, I had a plan. I wouldn’t let them take everything from me again. And when the time came, I would expose Sabrina for the fraud she was.

For now, I needed to be smart. I couldn’t let them know what I was planning.

I grabbed my notes and headed to the pack’s training grounds, where I knew I could work without interruption.

As I stepped into the clearing, the familiar scent of pine and earth filled my senses. The pack was gathered, sparring and training under the watchful eye of the beta, Lucian. He had serious eyes, and then suddenly, he glanced my way. I looked away immediately, feeling a chill run down my spine.

I spotted Samuel and Sabrina near the edge of the group, laughing together as if they didn’t have a care in the world.

My blood boiled, but I kept my face neutral and minded my own business.