The Cruel Alpha's Unwanted Bride
"Love can't be worth all this pain."
Avery Sterling's heart was claimed by the captivating Logan Grey, a promising medic alpha in training the moment she saw him. But as Avery's love for him blossomed, she soon realized that her affections were one-sided. While she yearned for him, he pursued her seemingly flawless twin sister, leaving Avery to watch from the sidelines as her sister basked in his adoration.
Years later, Avery returns home after being gone for too long to a shocking revelation—her parents have arranged for her to marry Logan. While this should have been good news, the man she once admired is now a stranger, his heart hardened and his demeanor cold. Avery soon learns that Logan's marriage proposal was merely a means to be closer to the sister who broke his heart.
Despite Logan's cruelty and indifference, Avery resolves to win his love, determined to prove her worth and surpass her sister in his eyes. Yet just as she believes she's succeeded, her world is shattered by her sister's return, threatening to undo all Avery's efforts.
Will Avery forever remain second best in Logan's eyes, forever overshadowed by her sister's memory? Or will she defy the odds and claim the love she's fought so hard for? Dive into this gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption to uncover the truth that lies within Avery's heart.
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Chapter: Epilogue 3: Rustic Honeymoon pt 2{~~Avery Sterling~~}The waterfall is majestic and stunning. Logan suggested we go in naked since we’re the only ones here. I’ll admit, trusting a radically vegan hippie to plan my honeymoon was a bold and disturbing choice. Third year in college she lugged me off to the rain forest where we camped for six weeks so we could connect with the gods who brought us here.It was my worst summer vacation. Six long weeks. But I got so much work done that I felt like I came back even smarter. I love Agatha, but my goodness, her ideas of fun are always nature-like. The lack of wifi is going to kill me, but thank god I got another honeymoon present from Logan’s parents as an apology for the way they acted at the start of my marriage to their son.And that one is for two months on a cruise. We’ll be leaving for that after a week of getting eaten alive by mosquitoes.The water is cold, and the view is even better. I talk alot of crap about Agatha but the woman is far more connected to this world t
Last Updated: 2024-10-21
Chapter: Epilogue 2: Rustic Honeymoon pt 1{~~Logan Grey~~}My honeymoon is not at all what I expected. It’s one of those situations where you step back and think, How did I not see this coming? But I guess that’s what happens when you go with the flow and don’t plan out every last detail, just trusting that things will fall into place. We decided not to bring Hope with us, even though part of me wanted her to be here. She’s spending the week with my parents—her grandparents—which feels like a huge milestone, not just for her, but for me too. Avery and I wanted this time to ourselves, to really celebrate our marriage without any distractions, to focus on us for a change.We’re an odd pair to most people, and I know some didn’t expect us to last, but we’ve made it work in ways that surprise even me sometimes. Over the last year, we’ve settled into this rhythm that’s become second nature. It’s a good rhythm, one that’s brought us closer, and made us stronger. It’s funny—when you think about it, but it feels like so much longer.
Last Updated: 2024-10-17
Chapter: Epilogue 1: The Wedding\One Year Later/{~~Avery Sterling~~}So, you know how little girls always dream about their wedding day? It’s supposed to be this big, magical event, where everything falls perfectly into place, and for some, it’s the pinnacle of their dreams, right? But not me. I never had those kinds of dreams. You know how my life was, how crappy my sister and parents treated me. There was never much room in my head for fantasies like that. Growing up, I couldn’t even imagine what marriage would feel like because I was too busy surviving and getting through the mess of my family. But, okay, maybe deep down, I had some dreams. Everyone does, right? I just never thought they’d come true.And marrying Logan Grey—that’s a whole different thing altogether. I mean, when we started planning the wedding, I was so overwhelmed. There were just so many details, and so many decisions, and with everything I’ve been through, I just didn’t have the energy to care about floral arrangements or seating charts. So, I
Last Updated: 2024-10-16
Chapter: *~~One Hundred and Ninety-Three~~*{~~Avery Sterling~~}The almost-car accident shakes me up more than I expected, but Logan is fine, and I’m fine. It all happened so fast, and yet I can still feel the pulse of my heartbeat in my throat when I think about it. That truck had come out of nowhere. The driver didn’t even slow down. Had I not tripped over that stone while I was looking for a signal on my phone and he’d come to check on me... logan would have died a painful death before my eyes.So of course I was a fucking mess. That driver is crazy. Did he not see the car? Why did the car even stop? What was wrong with the engine? I have like six million questions!He called Ryan to come get us. I was in his arms on the side of the road, watching as other cars drove around the wreckage. They don’t stop but look on surprised at the mess. Whoever that driver was I hope to god his truck breaks down and he’s fired. Because what the hell?He should have at least stopped. Panic fills me but so does anger. The panic wins though.
Last Updated: 2024-10-13
Chapter: *~~Chapter One Hundred and Ninety-Two~~*{~~Avery Sterling~~}Logan and I had left Hope in the hospital. The tiny bundle of life—so fragile, yet resilient—was resting safely in the nursery, surrounded by the quiet hum of machines and the gentle presence of nurses. We’d return tomorrow, once we were sure they’d had time to scan her brain and ensure she was truly safe for release. My heart ached to leave her, but it was necessary. Thank goodness she was a baby, still too young to understand fear in the way that we did. She wouldn’t know the anxiety, the sleepless nights, the never-ending worry. All she knew was warmth and the safety of sleep, cocooned in blankets too big for her tiny form.The snow had started falling again, soft and silent, covering the world in a layer of purity that felt both soothing and unsettling. Logan drove carefully through the winding streets, the heater on low, warming our chilled fingers. We didn’t speak much, but the silence wasn’t uncomfortable. It was the kind of silence that sat between two peo
Last Updated: 2024-10-11
Chapter: *~~Chapter One Hundred and Ninety-one~~*{~~Avery Sterling~~}I’m back in this beautiful pack, surrounded by familiar faces, and yet it feels so foreign after everything we’ve been through. the rain stopped while I was away and now we have a new season. The landscape is stunning, especially now, with the first snowfall of the season transforming the dense forest and the lake into a quiet, white wonderland. The snow blankets the ground in thick, untouched layers, making the whole world seem calm and serene, but cold—bitingly cold. It's as if the snow carries the weight of my worries. The weather has shifted dramatically over the past few days, moving from endless, gloomy rain to this sudden onset of winter. So, congratulations on freezing my butt off, even with all the layers I'm bundled in.Logan and I had spent last night at the lake house, a place of solace for us, trying to reconnect after everything that’s been thrown at us. It was bittersweet, those quiet moments by the fire, the crackling logs filling the air with warm
Last Updated: 2024-10-10
Falling For My Alpha Stepbrother
[On hiatus until Jan. 01, 2025]
“You still hate me, don't you? even now?” He whispers against my lips. I can hear the hope in his words... he wants me to dispell his fears.
“Yes, don't expect it to change, Lucian. Hate is all we have.”
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Lucian Montague and Percival "Percy" Whitmore have never been close. As stepbrothers, their relationship is strained by years of resentment—the result of an affair between Lucian's mother and Percy's father that shattered both their families. But when Lucian becomes the victim of a brutal attack that leaves him unable to walk, everything changes. Now, with their parents desperate to find the culprit, Percy is forced to care for Lucian. Refusing would make him the prime suspect.
As they navigate the tension of being under the same roof and facing the pain of their past, the unthinkable happens—they start to fall for each other. Old rivalries give way to unexpected affection, complicating everything they thought they knew.
But when Percy uncovers a devastating secret, the real test begins. The person responsible for Lucian’s injury might be someone Percy has spent his life protecting. Now, he must decide: turn in his own mother, or risk losing the boy he never thought he could love.
A gripping NA novel about enemies turned lovers, family betrayal, and a choice that could tear everything apart. Can two people who truly hate each other fall in love?
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Chapter: A New Stage Of Horror»»─────ஓ๑♥Percival Whitmore♥๑ஓ──────««Enemies with benefits.... what the fuck?I asked as I sat on the bed the very next morning, having had no sleep and feeling even more enraged. Sure, we’ll be stuck here, but why did I say yes? I can’t make nice with this guy. I moved off the bed, not bothering to be quiet about it. I know he didn’t sleep. For once, the drugs didn’t work, and he was wide awake. Eyes followed me as I went straight for the bathroom to brush my teeth. I think our parents are already out without telling us.It’s not unusual. What they claim to be doing is very unusual. They have found nothing on the people who attacked Lucian. And where the hell are they even staying?Now for the kicker, what the fuck is Pauline going to do? She’s as dumb as a wrong, an omega with no skill or training, what use does she serve?Yusuke owes me alot of explanations, but for now, I will worry about making nice with my new friend.Ugh, that is such a disgusting word when it refers to Lucia
Last Updated: 2024-12-08
Chapter: Let's Make A Deal✧༝┉˚❋Lucian Montague❋˚┉༝✧The first night sharing a bed with my sworn enemy was.... I have no words I’m still living through it. Just three hours ago I had dinner with the family, that is what the hell looks like. It was awkward, even more, awkward than it was when I was in high school and Percy had learned how to swear at me in my native language. Which just shows his devotion to hating me.My mother’s food had been nice, but she kept looking at Percy and Yusuke. I know it has something to do with the way Percy killed those men. They seem shaken by it, I didn’t see so I’m only observing their frightful behavior. Although they know better than to show their fear in front of him.So they bottled it and made everything really awkward. After dinner, Percy helped me to the elevator, his movements careful but brisk, like he was holding back a flood of emotions. The ride to the floor where we’d be sleeping was quiet, the hum of the elevator amplifying the weight of his silence. Once we arri
Last Updated: 2024-12-05
Chapter: My New Roommate✧༝┉˚❋Lucian Montague❋˚┉༝✧I’m not sure why I felt like something was wrong. Perhaps it was the fact that I woke up in a strange room with my mother and Percy having a heated conversation. I really can’t tell you what it is, but I feel like something is different.My medicine is stronger. Really really strong. I tried to sit up but I couldn’t really move. The parts of me that I thought were working weren’t.I started to panic, and that was when my ears picked on the argument.“Why can’t I sleep on the floor in the hallway?”“I can’t let that happen. All your rage, all your anger, and hatred towards the world, Percy those make you strong. And that strength is needed to protect Lucian. I need you very close. You can sleep on the carpet by the bed, or on the bed. You’re brothers you can share a bed, it’s not weird.”My heart which had begun to race, got even faster. What? What? What? A bed? With Percy? Not weird?“What the fuck?” I said out loud. Both of them turned their heads to me. Loo
Last Updated: 2024-12-04
Chapter: Forced To Be A Protector»»────ஓ๑♥Percival Whitmore♥๑ஓ ──────««After the check-up, Lucian slept for a really long time. My father didn’t call me back for another few hours, which only served to anger me. When he finally did he had the nerve to sound upset.“What do you want, Percy?”“Don’t make me angry at you. You failed me as a father, and now you’re failing your stepson. Way to go, Yusuke. The award for worst father and worst stepfather goes to you.”He growled into the phone. “How did I fail him?”“The people who hurt him showed up at the house.”A woman screaming could be heard. Then the speaker made scratching sounds, I had to pull the phone away from my ear briefly. “Come again? Those people came for my son. Oh god, oh my god. Percy, you stay with Lucian, I am going to call Ben’s father and we will have you both sent to a safe house. No contact with anyone. In fact, we’ll take your phones to ensure that your only communication is through laptops or computers. But nothing that they can use to track you
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Chapter: The Check-up »»───ஓ๑♥Percival Whitmore♥๑ஓ────««When I heard Lucian’s call, I knew immediately what the problem was. I’d tried getting in touch with my father last night, after what happened. My heart sank, and a wave of unease washed over me as my mind flashed back to those people I saw that night—the ones lurking in the shadows, the ones who seemed to watch with malicious intent. I didn’t need him to explain anything; the fear in his voice told me everything I needed to know. Whatever was happening now, it wasn’t good. I swallowed down whatever pride or hesitation I might’ve had and rushed to help him through the shower.Seeing him like this—vulnerable and shaken—made my chest tighten in a way I wasn’t expecting. Lucian was always so composed, always so sure of himself, even in the worst situations. And I should know, I am in those worst situations for him. But now, there was something in his eyes I had never seen before: fear. Genuine, bone-deep fear. He kept glancing nervously at the window, h
Last Updated: 2024-11-30
Chapter: They're Not Done pt 1✧༝┉˚❋Lucian Montague❋˚┉༝✧I slept for a really long time. I know this because the sun was out when I came too. My body must have been tired from the mental mess of yesterday. I was in my bed shockingly. Which surprised me. I smell like crap, but I didn’t want to have to call my unhappy caretaker. For some reason, he seemed a bit jittery. Like he’d been spooked. Perhaps he’s reeling from what happened last night.Ugh, I told him to kiss me.Why did I do that? What imaginary liquor did I take? Look at me, I’m paying the price for it now. I patted my stomach. I’ve still got my abs. I knocked on my head, empty as fuck. Ahhh. What is my fucking problem?I can’t tell Ben or Lionel. They’d spread that news like wildfire, and I would never be happy again in my life.I knocked on my head again, I swear I could hear the echoes of past mistakes, and worthless decisions bouncing back and forth. If this place was full then perhaps I would not have said something so stupid.I’m glad he didn’t do it
Last Updated: 2024-11-27
Runaway To My Alpha Brother-In-Law
[On a hiatus until January 1st, 2025]
Kaiser Volkov is the 27-year-old Alpha of the Viperthorn pack, known for being everything an Alpha shouldn't be—brash, strategic, and a notorious playboy. He's the life of the party, admired by women and envied by men, but no one truly knows the secrets buried beneath his charming exterior. Kaiser has successfully hidden his past from his new pack, until a pregnant woman collapses at the pack's gates, calling his name before passing out. To his shock, the woman is Esmarie Cruz, his childhood best friend and the wife of the very man who drove Kaiser away from his old pack.
Esmarie's life spiraled into chaos when Kaiser vanished in the middle of the night when they were eighteen after kissing her. Forced to marry his brother, she has endured relentless suffering at the hands of his family. Now pregnant and fearing for her children's lives, Esmarie escapes, desperate and uncertain, and finds herself at the gates of Kaiser's pack. Though unsure of why she sought him out, he's her only hope to hide from his brother.
The Kaiser Esmarie once knew is gone, replaced by a man unprepared to shoulder responsibilities. Burdened by the past, both struggle with the baggage they carry. Yet, amidst their turmoil, old feelings flicker—a testament to the saying that first love never truly fades. When Kaiser's brother resurfaces, threatening Esmarie and her children, Kaiser must decide: run away again or confront his past and family to protect Esmarie and avenge the wrongs done to him years ago. As old flames reignite, Kaiser and Esmarie are forced to confront their shared history and the love that never really went away.
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Chapter: Ch 107: Saying The Right Words[--Kaiser Volkov--]The website was set up as a front to buy cupcakes, but they didn’t hide anything. The moment you scroll through the first page, you can immediately find a tag asking if you want information about me. There’s a place to leave reviews. I didn’t leave one; I know a good hacker. Unfortunately, that person happens to be Sam. I was hoping I wouldn’t have to talk to her again.I chucked that conversation up to tomorrow and brought my attention back to Elias. I rubbed my face, my head pounded. What else can I say to him? I want to hit him, over and over again, until there’s nothing left of him but a pile of pulp on the floor.“Get comfortable, boys. You’ll be sleeping here throughout the night.” I gave them my best smile before waving goodbye and leaving the room. They were still tied to the chairs, so this would be an uncomfortable night for them.With nothing else to do, I went up the stairs to my office. As expected, esmarie was wide awake. I should have asked her some
Last Updated: 2024-12-08
Chapter: Ch 106: Don't F**k With Me[--Kaiser Volkov--]I was pissed, I don’t think I can even explain what being pissed means. Someone is dying tonight. No, no, that is the wrong mentality. I pulled on the spare clothes Will had brought on and told him to go with Jackson to the hospital. That man did a good job defending the pack, so it is me... and some of the wolves who drove Elias and his men here.I had to count to sixteen to remind myself that violence is never the first option. Yup, that’s as far as my mind can go. I headed into the room where they were being held. I know Will is not happy with how bruised Jackson was but he looks alot better than these fuckers. I actually felt like I was about to laugh.“Give us some alone time, boys. Go back to your wives. Enjoy the rest of the precious festival. Then vet the whole place and everyone. I’m gonna find out how they got in here even if it means I murder a Domeros.”Elias cut me a glare but I wasn’t fazed by that stupid attempt to threaten me. The alphas didn’t argu
Last Updated: 2024-12-06
Chapter: Ch 105: What Makes A Wolf Howl pt 2[--Esmarie Cruz--]I kept myself firmly between the two massive wolves, feeling the weight of their power pressing against the air. The energy crackled, sharp and threatening, like the moments before a storm unleashes.“Elias,” I said, my voice steady despite the adrenaline racing through me, “you’re breaking the rules. You don’t step into another alpha’s territory without permission. So, here’s the deal—I need you to tell your men to stand down, right now, before Kaiser humiliates you by making you the newest bitch on the block.”Elias’s wolf froze, his molten gaze locked on me, calculating. The sharpness of his fangs glinted in the moonlight as his lips twitched into something between a snarl and a grin. It was clear he was considering my words, and weighing his options, but he was taking too long.The sound of approaching paws thundered through the clearing as more wolves arrived, their growls low and steady. The festival, after all, had drawn in more wolves than this territory had
Last Updated: 2024-12-05
Chapter: Ch 104: What Makes A Wolf Howl pt 1[--Esmarie Cruz--]I made a split-second decision since none of the options in my head sounded right. I pulled out my cellphone, and quickly took a video of the Elias lookalike while he was still distracted before ducking into the nearest booth. Which turned out to be a photo booth, with a long curtain so thank goodness.I texted Kaiser the picture then I waited for him to call me. After five minutes I peeked out between the curtains. The Elias guy was still there. Looking at everyone. I took a photo before he could turn his head, then I ducked back in. This time I dialed kaiser.He’s a busy guy, I can’t expect him to look at every notification he gets.“I just saw your message. What the fuck is Elias doing in my fucking pack?”“I... don’t know,” I whispered.“I texted Jackson, he’s nearby. He will handle it. Where are you?”“I’m at a photo booth.”“Jackson will get you once Elias has been brought to me. Stay where you are. Don’t move an inch.”“Okay.”Kaiser hung up, leaving me in th
Last Updated: 2024-12-04
Chapter: Ch 103: The Visit To A Fortune Teller[--Esmarie Cruz--]The next few days of the festival went by quicker than I expected. The end of the first week was exciting, and I even won one of their games. I won two unicorn teddy bears for my children, the amount of freedom I felt being here was enough to silence the the nightmares that normally plagued my mind.And Kaiser, he was different. It was kind of scary how nice and charming he acted towards me. Today was like most days at the festival: lively. In fact, I think the number of people here has tripled. The second week was kicking off with a banger.Martha’s booth was closed today as she wanted to mingle and chat as much as she could with people. I walked around, tried some new food, and finally came across a booth I’d seen on the flyer: Ralph’s fortune-telling booth.I don’t believe in fortune tellers, but this could be fun. I bought a ticket and went in. The aura inside was .... strange if I had to be honest. It felt like I was walking into a whole new world. Someplace th
Last Updated: 2024-12-02
Chapter: Ch 102: The Feeling Of Starting Over[--Esmarie Cruz--]After the speech, Kaiser stepped down from the stage, and the crowd around him buzzed with energy. The sun had set hours ago before he arrived, and the festival grounds were lit by warm, glowing lanterns that cast a golden hue over everything. It was the kind of night that felt endless, with laughter still ringing out in the distance and people lingering as if they didn’t want the magic of the evening to end. Kaiser moved through the crowd with ease, stopping to talk with some of the elders who had waited patiently for a moment of his time.I stayed back, watching him from afar. He had a way of commanding attention without demanding it. People naturally gravitated toward him, and he gave each person his undivided attention as if their words were the most important thing in the world. It was...endearing. And maybe a little infuriating. Why did he have to be so him? Ugh.I couldn’t help myself; my eyes followed his every move, like a moth drawn to a flame. The twins s
Last Updated: 2024-11-30
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