A soft moan escapes my lips as bright light pierces through my eyelids. I slowly blink my eyes open, the light nearly blinding me as the last dregs of sleep weigh heavy in my mind. Slightly fatigued, I take in my surroundings. My eyes narrowed once I realized where I was; I am in the wolf-pack hospital room. I turn to my left, hearing the beep of a heart monitor, I watch the zig-zag lines across the screen it makes me wonder how and when I came here.Through my blurry vision, I spot two figures standing near the door talking. Without taking a closer look, I can tell that one of them is Jacob, and the other…. well if I am not mistaken then I think it’s the doctor.As I take a deep breath, the unmistakable scent of antiseptic confirms my suspicion that I am indeed in a hospital. I blinked my eyes twice before everything gradually came into focus, and my vision started to adjust to the brightness of the room.It was quite a sight!"Damn!" I muttered, pressing my hand against my forehea
~ BELLA’S POVRight now, I am just enjoying some downtime on the couch in the living room, engrossed in a novel that Jacob recommended to me. Honestly, it is not really my thing, but he wanted me to give it a try and share my thoughts and since I loved the first book he recommended he thought of giving me another one to while away my time since I have nothing to do around here. I checked up on Layla this morning, she is doing good and she is so happy about her birthday. When I was on FaceTime with her, she kept talking about her birthday and I was so happy to see her this much happy. I never actually thought that accepting Austin's marriage proposal would bring so much joy to Layla. And as much as I hate to say this, signing that contract really changed my life and Layla’s life. I can not begin to express my thoughts on Jacob. If it wasn’t for him, Layla wouldn’t have had her dream birthday party and I would have never been able to adjust to living in this house.Sitting back with m
As I turned around, my gaze caught a captivating painting. At first, it didn't seem familiar, but as I took a closer look, my eyes widened with awe. My heart started to race, and I could feel my breath catching in my throat."What the actual fuck is this!" My wolf Kim, growls into my head. Completely stunned, I can not help but take a step closer, my eyes locked on the painting. I can't believe what I am seeing. It's like a mirror reflecting a different version of myself. My brows furrow in confusion, and my heart starts pounding rapidly in my chest. Overwhelmed, I quickly take a few steps back, feeling my back press against the wall for support.This is unreal!The painting is of me, a complete image of my nudity. "No, it can’t be. Austin is cruel and sometimes annoying but he can not be this to me. I don’t believe it." I say in disbelief shaking my head. My eyes are still set on the painting and my pulse is speeding up. Why the hell did he paint me and even if he wanted to do so
The palace gate swung open, revealing a magnificent view of the castle in all its grandeur. As the driver drove into the castle, I took in my view, starting with the front garden which took away my attention in a bit. It is beautifully manicured with touches of flowers, grass, and an elegant waterfall. I glance at the formidable guards stationed in front of the castle, their intense gaze sending a chill down my spine as if they were fixated on me. I quickly avert my eyes and marvel at the castle's majestic presence. Its towering spires seem to touch the sky, while the luminous grand windows emit a mesmerizing sparkle in the warm sunlight. The sight is truly enchanting and fills me with awe and wonder.The driver packed the car in front of the castle and the guards walked up to open the door for Jacob and me. Jacob walks alongside me, his hand resting on my small back, as we emerge towards the palace entrance."Remember, I am Austin so don’t make the mistake of addressing me as Jacob
"Oh, now I see what's going on here." Lycan Joseph statedJacob’s eyes met mine and I could see the tension in them. This is going to be bad; really bad."What do you mean?" Jacob asks, his voice trembling slightly as he stands rooted to the ground. I can see the struggle in his eyes as he desperately tries to maintain his composure, holding onto every ounce of strength within."You know exactly what I mean, Lycan Austin." Wait, did he seriously just refer to him as Lycan Austin? I think Lycan Joseph is completely clueless about what's going on. It feels like he is just messing with our heads, though I don’t seem to wrap my brain around why he would want to do that. There must be a reason why. "There is something going on with you," Fiona exclaims, her eyes narrowing as she carefully observes Jacob. "I can't quite put my finger on it, but there's definitely been a change in your aura. It's like a whole different energy. I can see it and feel it.""Nothing changed. I am who I have al
After our delightful lunch, Jacob and Alpha Joseph stole away for a private conversation while Fiona, and I found ourselves in the serene ambiance of the living room. "You have beautiful skin," Fiona says trailing her finger on my arm. I slightly wave her hand off me and with a smile, I say "Thank you.""And your face…" She then slightly touches my jaw "Did you get Botox?""Do I did not?" I respond With a nod, she inquires "What about fillers?" "Not that either," I reply "Oh well, then I am guessing you got plastic surgery.""No, I didn’t, I’m all natural," I respond. Why the hell is she asking me such questions? I mean does she even know who I am aside from the fact that she knows I’m married to Lycan Austin… because if she did, she would have known that I am very poor, I can’t even afford my sister’s medicine talk less of a plastic surgery."Really? Well, I am not natural, I got surgeries and not to mention that I got a boob job." She admits confidently "Really?" I inquire. I
We walked into the guest room and It was like stepping into the pages of a storybook, absolutely breathtaking. It emanates a majestic aura and its lavish furnishings and intricate details. The grand chandeliers overhead bathed the room in a soft, golden glow, adding an extra touch of elegance. The master bed is adorned with plush pillows and regal fabrics. Every corner of the room was carefully curated, exuding an undeniable sense of elegance and refinement. "If you need anything please let me know." The servant says before he walks out of the room. I steal a quick glance at Jacob, hoping to gauge his reaction, but his expression remains completely neutral. As the realization sets in that it is just the two of us now, a slight unease creeps into me. This is not going to be weird at all, will it?As I stepped into the room, Jacob closed the door behind us, and I headed to the bathroom to freshen up. Splashing water on my face, my gaze caught my reflection in the mirror and I release
With a smile on his face, he responds, "You." A twinkle appears in his eyes as he continues to speak "You know, I told you that I met someone special? Well, that special person is you.""Wait, are you serious?" I ask with a smile on my face; my voice filled with a tinge of shock and excitement."What?" Jacob responds, his eyebrows furrowing in confusion. It's almost as if he is in disbelief and doesn't even realize what he said. The look on his face tells me that he is clueless about the impact of his words."You said I'm your special person?" I respond, a big smile spreading across my face. It's hard to believe that I hold such a special place in someone’s heart that is not Layla or anyone I’m related to. This truly means the world to me. "I said that?" He asks, his expression filled with disbelief and surprise.I nod enthusiastically, unable to contain my excitement. "Yes, you did! Just now!" I affirm."No way!" He denies it, shaking his head vigorously, clearly not remembering w
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~ AUSTIN’S POV Just like every single night, this scene keeps playing over and over in my head; a nightmare. It's etched in there, haunting me like the sound of a thunderstorm that won't let up. I can see it vividly, like a movie playing in my head. Jacob, he's there, begging for mercy. His voice and pleads are dancing in my ears, echoing and lingering. I wish I could do something to help him, I wish I could rush in and save him, hold him close, and tell him that everything's gonna be alright. But I'm stuck. It's like I'm frozen in time, unable to change what will happen no matter how much I try. I can see the killer attacking Jacob, he isn’t saying anything but his silence scares me. I watch him take slow steps closer to Jacob like a lion ready to prey. Though I can’t see his face, I can tell that he is dangerously aggressive. From his moves to his body to the shape bloody axe he is holding; it all screams danger and death. My heart immediately starts to race a mile a minute as
"Layla, are you done getting ready?" I ask, stepping out of my room. "Yes and I'm right here," she replies with her cute little voice, peeking out from the corner. I turn to look at her, and my eyes light up with delight at her appearance. "Wow, you look absolutely stunning!" I exclaim, unable to hide my admiration. "Thanks, Bell! I really love this dress. It's definitely the best Christmas gift ever," she says, her face beaming with joy as I wrap my arms around her. As we pull away, I can't help but smile. "Oh, silly girl!" I cup her face "The dress is just a present, not your actual Christmas gift. That's waiting for you under the tree." "Really? Can I open it now?" she asks eagerly, her excitement palpable. "No, sweetheart. We have to wait until after dinner," I reply, trying to contain her impatience. "Okay," she says, though her tone hints at her eagerness to tear into the presents. She's always like this when it comes to Christmas gifts. As we descend the stairs, I feel L
~ BELLA’S POVThose weeks seemed to pass by in a blur, and little by little, I felt my heart and soul healing. The pain and confusion I once felt about why Samaria tried to hurt me started to fade away. It finally clicked in my mind that she did it because she wanted to be with Austin. I can understand her perspective, but I can't help but think that her approach was completely wrong and unacceptable.If she had just talked to me, she would have known that my heart never throbbed for Austin. He's always been just a friend to me, nothing more than that. It's frustrating to think that if she had followed the right path, she could have had Austin without causing all this unnecessary pain. But alas, she didn't realize it.A lot has changed in the past few weeks, and I've noticed some interesting things. Layla has been doing so much better lately. She's not spending all her time sleeping anymore, which is a huge relief. And as for Austin, he seems to be a lot happier overall. But there are
Samaria stood in front of me, her eyes fixed on mine, waiting for a response. I tried to meet her gaze, but something held me back. Was it because I still had feelings for her, or was it just my own anxiety getting in the way?"I don't love you anymore," I say, looking into her eyes. It's hard to believe I actually said it, but strangely, I don't feel as anxious as I thought I would. It's like my heart knows it's the truth and it feels liberating to finally be honest."No!" she shakes her head, refusing to accept it. "You're lying to me. I can't believe this.""You have to leave now. I don't have time for this," I inform her, trying to be firm."No, you can't just tell me to leave, Austin. You need me," she insists."I don't need you," I reply, my tone resolute."Yes, you do. You need me," she repeats, holding on to hope."The door is that way, please," I point towards the exit, choosing to ignore her plea."I can't leave, especially when you need me," she says."For the love of God,
~ AUSTIN’S POVSamaria is definitely behind this. She has to be the one who tried to drug Bella, it only makes sense that way because she was the only one present there and she had the pill bottle with her. I am not so sure of this but I find it very much believable that she can do something of such. She’s done a similar thing in the past so I won’t be that much surprised if she tried to do it again. I have been constantly thinking about this and I want to let it slide but at the same time, I can’t. It’s hard to let go of a matter that is more of a life-and-death situation. Samaria must have been fully aware of the purpose and effects of the medication to intentionally use it on Bella.Leaning against the chair, I try to reason it, all pieces of this situation tell me how badly Samaria is behind this. I mean, first, she gets extremely upset at Bella for no particular reason and then suddenly she tries to get to know her better…. I knew something was off the moment Bella told me that
~ AUSTIN’S POVI have done a lot of thinking and I believe this is best for me. I just have to do it no matter how hard it is or how much it’s going to hurt me. I know this is going to be extremely tough but I believe I can handle it. I have dealt with so many tough things and even though I know that this won’t be easy, I believe I can do it. I have spent years being in constant pain, just trying to strive and be myself. I think that everything will be fine if I just go back to Samaria. She has always been the one my heart desires and maybe, just maybe her words are true and she wants to be back together. I know it's a long shot and I've said in the past that I don't want to be with her, but the truth is, my heart yearns for her. Every part of me is calling out her name, and all I can think about is spending the rest of my life with her.I thought of letting her go and just be with Bella but what if Bella doesn’t want to be with me? What if she wants to be with someone else? I mean B
~ AUSTIN’S POVI'm feeling super overwhelmed with all these thoughts and emotions flooding my brain. It's like my mind is running a marathon, going a mile a minute! And the craziest part is that I can't seem to control my own thoughts. It's like they have a mind of their own, trying to take over the little space in my head.And it only gets more confusing and complicated because, for some reason, Jacob keeps popping into my head, and that's so out of the blue because I usually never think about him. I try my best to keep him out of my mind to avoid getting hurt, but it's like he's on repeat in my thoughts and I can't hit the pause button. It's driving me nuts. I wish I had a magic trick to make those thoughts disappear, but unfortunately, I'm still figuring it out myself.It's been a tough week for me, and I didn't make it to the cemetery to meet Jacob because of all these negative thoughts clouding my mind. It's so strange how my thoughts keep circling back to Jacob, even though I ca
I've got every little detail meticulously planned out. It's going to be absolutely flawless, without a single blunder. I am determined to make sure everything goes smoothly so I can end this once and for all. I really need to put an end to this madness so Bella and I can have the perfect peace we deserve.I am pretty sure that I sound like a bad sister but trust me, I’m not the bad sister, Bella is. She is the one who is trying to take my man away from me. She is the one that trying to impose hateful comments about me on Austin. She is the one that ruined my life and now, I am going to make her feel the same. The only difference is that it won’t hurt as much as it did to me. I've got my plan intact in mind to ensure Bella rests in perfect peace before Austin returns home. After doing some research, I discovered that taking that large amount of pills would lead to death, but it takes time for them to take effect. All I am wishing now is for Austin to not come back before then, as I don