Novels by Nancy Grey

I gasped and stumbled back, barely managing to keep hold of the tray.A woman rushed out, nearly crashing into me. She looked to be in her early twenties, her long blonde hair a tangled mess, her makeup smudged as if she had slept in it—or rather, hadn’t slept much at all. She was clutching a pair of high heels in one hand while using the other to adjust the thin strap of her dress. The wrinkled fabric barely clung to her curves, and the scent of expensive perfume mixed with Alpha Ronan’s scent clung to her skin like a lingering memory of the night before.I didn’t need anyone to explain what had happened. The evidence was clear.Something twisted in my stomach, and I braced myself for the pain—the sharp, unbearable agony that was supposed to come when a mate was unfaithful. It was said to feel like your soul was being ripped apart, like a fire burning inside your chest.But… nothing.There was no fire, no overwhelming pain. Just a dull,

I was ironing my stepmother’s dress, carefully moving the iron over the fabric. I didn’t realize the heat was too high until I smelled something strange. A burning smell. My heart pounded as I lifted the iron and saw the dark, ugly scorch mark on the expensive fabric.Panic set in immediately. I knew what was coming.Before I could think of a way to fix it, I heard the sharp sound of heels clicking against the wooden floor. The air in the room seemed to freeze as my stepmother entered. Her sharp gaze fell on the dress, and her face twisted in fury."You useless, stupid girl!" she screeched, her voice making me flinch. "You can’t do anything right!"I quickly put the iron down, my hands shaking. “I—I’m sorry,” I stammered, my throat tightening. “It was an accident, I swear—”Before I could finish, she snatched the iron off the table. My breath caught in my throat as I saw the gleam in her eyes. A look I had learned to fear.“An accident?” she mocked, her lips curling into a cruel smile

I walked over to the bed, my steps hesitant, and picked up the paper lying there. My eyes scanned the neat handwriting, and I realized it was a list of rules. At the top of the page, in bold letters, it read: Dos and Don’ts – By Alpha Ronan.I couldn’t believe what I was reading. The list went on and on, ridiculously long and detailed.“Clean my room daily, serve my meals on time, and be on standby whenever I need you,” I muttered under my breath as I read. My eyebrows furrowed as I continued. “Prohibited from spending time alone with unmated males. Must seek permission to leave the mansion. Clothing must be approved by Alpha Ronan…”I stopped reading, my hands trembling with frustration. “Is he serious?” I said out loud, pacing the room.I looked at the list again, my blood boiling. I was supposed to be his personal maid, not his prisoner. He didn’t even want me as his mate, yet he thought he had the right to control every aspect of my life.“What a hypocrite!” I muttered angrily, c

Annie glanced at me and said, “Go on.” I hesitated, my heart thudding in my chest. “What if he’s angry?” I whispered. “Don’t keep him waiting,” Annie said sharply. “That’ll only make it worse.” I swallowed hard and slowly pushed the door open. The room was dim, lit only by the sunlight streaming through the tall windows. Bookshelves lined the walls, packed with books, and a large wooden desk sat in the center of the room. Behind the desk sat Alpha Ronan. His presence was overwhelming. He leaned back in his chair, his sharp eyes immediately locking onto me as I stood frozen in the doorway. I studied him carefully as he sat behind the desk. His black shirt stretched tightly over his broad chest and muscular arms, as if it could barely contain his strength. His features were sharp, and there was an intensity in his eyes that made me feel small. He was undeniably handsome, but the aura around him was nothing short of terrifying. “Come closer,” he ordered, his voice deep and com

The Alpha nodded, his face still stone-cold. “Good,” he said, turning to leave. “Annie will be here shortly to take you to the house and explain your duties.” He walked away, the door slamming shut behind him, leaving me alone again in the darkness. My heart felt heavy, but there was no turning back now. I had agreed to be his maid, and there was nothing else I could do. A little while later, the heavy door creaked open again, and an older woman stepped inside. She looked like she was in her fifties, with gray streaks in her dark hair and a kind but tired face. She gestured for me to follow her, and I got up slowly, my body still aching from everything I had been through. As we walked down the long, dim hallways of the dungeon, she spoke. “I’m Annie,” she said, her voice firm but not unkind. “What’s your name, girl?” I hesitated for a moment, unsure if I should trust her, but then I said quietly, “Aria.” Annie nodded and kept walking, leading me up a flight of stairs and out

He smirked, his eyes cold. “Your worst nightmare,” he replied before climbing back into the front seat. The car sped off again, and I turned my head to look out the rear window. My heart sank when I saw several other black cars following us. There was no escape.The car finally slowed down, and I felt the sharp jerk as it came to a stop. My heart raced, and I tried to sit up straighter, but my body felt heavy and sore from everything that had happened. The man who had taken me here didn’t say anything before getting out of the car, leaving me alone in the back seat. The door slammed behind him, and the sound echoed in my ears. I didn’t know what to do. The silence in the car felt so loud, so oppressive. I could still feel the throbbing pain in my neck, and the strange sensation from his lick was still there, but it had faded a little. I just stared out the window, my mind racing with thoughts of what was happening to me. A few minutes passed, and I heard footsteps approaching. I

My heart skipped a beat. I hadn’t expected him to include me in the run, not like this. I wasn’t one of them, and yet, he was making sure I didn’t feel left out.Before I could respond, a loud scoff cut through the air. Zara, still in her human form, rolled her eyes. She crossed her arms over her chest, clearly displeased, but thankfully, she didn’t say anything.She knew better than to protest. The pack had already accepted that the child growing inside me was their future Alpha. Denying me this experience would mean denying my baby a chance to bond with their pack.With a huff, Zara shifted, her sleek brown wolf shaking out her fur before trotting off into the crowd of waiting wolves.I turned back to Kai, who gave me a small nod before stepping back.Then, right in front of me, he finally shifted.I had seen the others transform, but watching Kai was something else entirely. His bones cracked loudly, his muscles rippling as his body changed shape. His clothes tore apart as thick, d

Something flickered in Zara’s expression—something bitter and resentful. But she didn’t argue. Instead, she gave me one last smirk, then turned on her heel.As she walked away, her voice floated back down the hall.“You’ll see, Lily. He’ll always choose his own kind in the end.”She disappeared around the corner, leaving silence in her wake.I let out a shaky breath, my grip on the doorknob tightening.Kai exhaled, rubbing a hand over his face before turning to me. His expression was unreadable again, his emotions hidden behind a carefully constructed mask.“Get some rest,” he said quietly.And then, just like that, he walked away.I stood there, frozen for a moment, staring at the spot where he had been. I could still feel the air where his presence had been, the warmth of him close to me. But it felt like a distant memory now, fading with every step he took away from me.A lump formed in my throat, and I fought back the tears that threatened to spill. Zara's words echoed in my head,

I stopped walking and turned to face him fully. "Kai, why are you doing this?" My voice came out softer than I intended, but I needed to know.For weeks, he had treated me like I was invisible. Now, suddenly, he was walking me to my room, looking at me like I was something more than just the mother of his child.He took a step closer, and my breath hitched. "Because I should have done it sooner," he murmured.His words sent a shiver down my spine.I didn’t know what to say, so I turned and started walking again, my heart hammering against my ribs.When we reached my door, I hesitated at my door, my fingers hovering over the handle. The air between Kai and me was thick, charged with something I couldn’t quite name. His presence was overwhelming—his scent, his warmth, the intensity in his gaze. I swallowed hard, suddenly hyperaware of how close he was.I turned to face him fully, my heart racing. “Goodnight, Kai.” My voice came out softer than I intended, almost breathless.He didn’t mo

Dinner time arrived, and the dining room was as lively as ever. The long wooden table was surrounded by pack members, their conversations filling the air with a steady hum. The scent of roasted meat, fresh bread, and rich gravy drifted through the room, making my stomach growl in anticipation.I took my usual place, expecting to be seated far away from Kai, but to my surprise, I was placed at his left. I figured it was because Rhys wasn’t back from his trip yet. Zara sat at Kai’s right, her usual spot, and even though she was engaged in a conversation with one of the warriors, I could feel the occasional sharp glances she threw my way.Mer was having dinner with her mother, Margaret, in their private quarters, which left me alone at the table. It wasn’t unusual. Most of the pack members still didn’t talk to me unless they had to. They barely acknowledged my presence, as if I didn’t belong, as if I was just some outsider forced into their world.I focused on my plate, deciding not to l

As we walked out of the baby store, the small bag of baby clothes nestled against my chest, a strange warmth spread through me. I couldn’t stop thinking about how much I was looking forward to having a little one. The thought of becoming a mother seemed overwhelming and exhilarating at the same time. Kai’s presence beside me was comforting, and though I still wasn’t entirely sure where things stood between us, there was a subtle shift in the air. It felt like he was finally paying attention, like maybe he was ready to be a part of this."You didn’t have to come with me," I said, glancing up at him. "I could've managed alone."Kai shrugged, his hands casually shoved in his pockets as he walked alongside me. "I wanted to," he said, his voice surprisingly soft. "It's... my child too."His words were simple, but they held a weight that made me pause. I hadn’t really thought of him as being fully involved, but hearing him say that felt different. There was a vu

I frowned and turned to see what she was talking about. My heart nearly stopped when I spotted Kai walking in our direction. My first thought was that maybe he wasn’t here for me. Maybe he was just passing by. But a small part of me—one I didn’t want to acknowledge—hoped that he was.How did he even find me? I hadn’t told him I was coming here.Before I could dwell on it, Kai was already at our table. He looked effortlessly handsome, dressed in a crisp white dress shirt with the sleeves rolled up slightly, paired with black slacks. His dark hair was tousled, giving him a rugged yet refined look. Even in a simple outfit, he exuded power and authority, commanding attention without trying.He greeted Selina with familiarity, his deep voice smooth and controlled. “Selina.”“Alpha,” she responded with a small smile, her tone teasing. “What brings you here?”He didn’t answer her. Instead, he turned his gaze to me. His grey eyes were sharp, but