Ryan's POVAfter observing and considering if I could satisfy her curiosity, I responded, "I'm not a hybrid. I was born like this. Since you'll be the mother of my child, I wanted to let you know because I couldn't keep the secret to myself any longer. My mother isn't aware of this; otherwise, she would have revealed it to the world after rejecting my dad. My dad didn't own the former Luna of this pack; they were only mated together by the moon goddess. In this case, I am your Alpha, and you should always follow my lead.""Understood, Alpha. I'll pretend I never saw it, but you can talk to me about it if you want. I'm here for you."I didn't respond, but instead, I picked up my gloves and started putting them on. I couldn't go without gloves for too long; it was affecting me.I felt relieved as I wore my gloves. I silently prayed to the moon goddess that this woman wouldn't betray me because it would be terrible. I had thoughts of harming her if she did, but I didn't dwell on it becaus
Ryan POV Her eyes widened at what I said, and she immediately retracted her hand from mine."Now?""Yes, right now.""I still haven't learned how to seduce, and I don't know how it's done. I can't seduce you right now; I'm exhausted. It could be because of crying excessively, that's why I'm feeling this way.""I don't need your seduction anymore. Let's just mate.""Oh… I.. I'm not in my heat.""It doesn't matter. Let's just proceed with the reason for which I bought you, before I end up changing my mind and killing you instead.""Was it necessary for you to make it obvious that I was bought?" She fiddled with her fingernails."I don't care, Scarlett. All that matters is that you're mine, which means I can do and say whatever I want to you. Don't you dare question me again, because if you do, I wouldn't warn you again, but you'll face the consequences. Am I clear?""Yes, Alpha Ryan."Her voice sounded like the saddest thing I've ever heard, she was staring down at her fiddling hands, s
Ryan's POVShe raised her head, a sad expression still on her face as she stared at my hand.Reluctantly, she placed her hands in mine. She had no other option but to comply. I could feel the difference. Her hands were tender and soft, emitting their gentle warmth.I wrapped my palm around hers, which fit perfectly into mine, and I spoke, "I don't do love. Whatever we do together shouldn't involve feelings of love. It's all for a business purpose, for the sole intention of securing an heir.""I apologize for telling you earlier that I loved you, but I've learned that my love is different from that of others. It isn't what I initially thought. It isn't deep, which is why I told Jayden that I loved him. I won't say it to anyone again. It's a promise I've made to an Alpha. But what if you end up falling in love with me first?"I listened to her confidently spoken words, my brows furrowed in response. Why was she so confident about this? She still has no idea who I truly am, and I can't e
Scarlett's POVI remained on my bed, crying silently, snuggled into my duvet and cuddling the cushions.I've lost count of the time that has passed since Ryan mated with me because I've been drifting in and out of consciousness. The pain was excruciating, and I had initially tried to stop him, but it ended badly with Ryan forcefully mating with me. To make matters worse, his wolf took over, and I could barely walk now."The end," the maid, who appeared to be in her early forties, said, offering a comforting smile.She had been with me since Ryan left my room, presumably assigned to take care of me, as I was quite sick and struggling to stand."Mrs. Ryan, why are you crying? Is it the story's touchiness, or is it due to the pain?"I wiped my tears away but remained lying on the bed. "It's the pain," I replied with a sore voice and sighed."Don't worry, dear. The pain will subside with time, okay?" She patted my hand.I nodded without uttering a word, as the maid sat on the floor, gentl
Scarlett POVI exited the elevator on the eleventh floor from a VIP room where I had just finished a modeling gig.My work wasn't limited to skincare; I also did fashion modeling, and I absolutely loved their outfits. Everything went smoothly, and I received compliments on my modeling skills, which brightened my day.I had also met with top models I've always wished to be like, and was astonished by the respect they all gave me.They complimented on my beauty and how good I modeled, and I felt awkward. OkayIt felt like a dream come true, I've always dreamt of things like this happening in my life, and it happened in reality today.It's all thanks to Jayden, and his Boss, Ryan. They've made my dream come true, and I was grateful.Upon stepping out of the elevator, I found myself in a luxurious hall teeming with people seated at different tables, engaged in lively conversations and laughter.A group of men, impeccably dressed in expensive black suits, followed closely behind me. The f
Scarlett's POVI was trapped in the confined space between the wall and the strange man, fear gripping my every nerve. My voice quivered as I stammered, "W... who are you?"My mind raced with questions. Who was this enigmatic man with a peculiar mask? And why was he staring at me as though he knew who I was?Instinctively, I considered pulling off his unusual mask to reveal his face. But before I could make a move, he pulled me closer, silencing my growing panic with a harsh kiss.Through the mask that obscured his identity, I sensed his surprising handsomeness. His smooth jawline and well-built physique were reminiscent of Ryan, making me wonder if it could be him. But a glaring difference stood out: Ryan always wore gloves, and this man's hands were exposed.Deep down, I knew that I'd recognize Ryan's touch, thanks to the distinctive mark he left on me. This masked man was an enigma, and a dangerous one at that. If Ryan were to see me in this compromising situation, the consequences
Scarlett's POV"Would you get inside now, and stop attracting unnecessary attentions?" Ryan's cold voice brought me back to reality, and I stared blankly at passersby who had already stopped to watch me.I clutched my head, trying to ease the severe ache I felt. I was sick to my stomach, my mouth as dry as a desert, and swallowing the lump in my throat felt like taking a bitter pill.I stood up from the floor and wiped the back of my pants, then entered the car. Curious drivers were still watching me, so I wanted to avoid any more attention.Once I sat in the car, the raised door closed down, trapping me alone with Ryan, and I whimpered.I felt scared, and Ryan's cold aura circled the dark car, and breathing felt like a sin, because I felt like an offender.I remained silent, staring at my trembling hands placed on my thighs. Ryan hadn't said a word after telling me to get into his car. He didn't even ignite the car's engine. It was eerily silent.I couldn't feel his gaze on me, but I
Scarlett's POVHis voice remained eerily calm as he spoke, but his emotionless face told a different story."Whoever took that picture chose the wrong moment. If only they'd captured me slapping him, it would be clear I'm telling the truth. Why just one photo? Why wasn't it numerous? I can't explain it, but there's no reason for me to kiss a masked stranger. It's not like you'd let me kiss you, even if I wanted to. I wasn't desperate for a kiss. I could hug my pillow if I needed to. I didn't ask for his kiss because I'm not addicted to kissing."He glanced at me, skepticism written all over his face. I suppressed a pathetic hiss, wiping away my tears in secret. Couldn't he just believe me, and tell me nevermind, so we'll drive back to the mansion? I wasn't physically and emotionally fit for this discussion, and glancing at me alone should make it obvious to this man that I was sick."I told you where I was waiting for you, didn't I?""Yes, you did.""If you wanted a kiss, why not com
Ryan POV She suddenly bursted into laughter, and after staring at her for a while, I also joined her, but when everyone joined the laughter of shock, her face paled."Ryan, what is going on? Why does she look like me? Why are they all here?" She asked me again."Scarlett, you know I love you and would never lie to you anymore?" I asked, and she nodded."So now, I want you to believe me that Gianna, your late mum, and Easton aren't your parents, they're your aunt and uncle. These people here are your biological parents, I did DNA myself. If you were living with these people when you were little, your childhood would have been awesome, you wouldn't have gotten parents who hated you and didn't really care about your well being, but you got switched, your late mum exchanged you. She's not your mum, she's your aunt, she wanted her daughter, which is the original Scarlett, to live a luxurious life, while they pulled you into their shit. Easton has been arrested, and he confessed. I'll play
Ryan POVIt has been a week now, and Scarlett hasn't woken up, but has been discharged alongside the kids.We're been staying in Raven's Villa, since it wouldn't tok proper to abandon it. Wherever he was, he would be happy that the kids stayed in his house.Jayden stayed with Scarlett and the kids, alongside with the maids who were staying with her when she left the mansion to leave alone. They were trustworthy, so I had transferred them over to take care of her.I had returned to my pack for Raven's burial, and after that, I visited the royal family to do a DNA test, since I had gone with strands of Scarlett hair, and the results were shocking.My Dawson couldn't believe it, it was like I brought chaos into their always peaceful home.But when we did DNA with Ava's hair, it was even more shocking than it didn't match at all, which explained the fact that Scarlett is the original daughter. The Royal Family had no idea of who Scarlett was, and demanded to be taken to their real daught
Ryan POVI went back to Raven's house, and saw that the gammas had already left with his phone.I remained in his office, crying and regretting everything I had done to Scarlett.I spent hours praying and crying, and my heart was bleeding. Why am I an Alpha if I couldn't protect those that I loved? I couldn't save the raven from dying, and now I still can't save Scarlett. What is the extent of having such stupid power which can't raise up the dead? I couldn't explain the extent at which I hated myself, I felt so bad.I had transferred all the power I had in me to Scarlett when I was carrying her out of that building, so that she would be able to conceive the child, and also survive, and I was desperately praying to the moon goddess to make it work."Jayden, meet in Raven's Villa, we have some unfinished business to take care of," I said to Jayden through a mind link, my angry voice sounding like that of an unleashed demon.Ryan has always been called a demon, it's time to unleash out
Ryan POVThe men in the room exclaimed in shock, gasping, even Jayden, and it startled me.It was Scarlett, unconscious, her two hands tied up, and her mouth was gagged. But the worst of all was that she had a silver knife buried inside her pregnant stomach, and her white dress and pants were covered in coated blood.I staggered backwards, too shocked to do anything, so Jayden ran inside and began loosening her.The gammas also went to help, while I remained standing outside, and watched as the men immediately loosened her and carried her unconscious body out of the wall to where she could receive ventilation.They've suffocated her in that little space with no ventilation."She's still alive, she needs more breeze," Jayden announced, and immediately took off his shirt and began fanning her.The rest of the men did the same thing, and I could feel the breeze from where I was standing, leaned on the wall for support."Her water has broken, take her to a hospital," I managed to recover
Ryan POV We pulled up in the location sent to us, but was met with a heartbreaking sight.The Villa looks as though it has been visited by thugs.The details I found inside the villa explained that we were in the right place, it was my younger brother's house, but I couldn't find him or Scarlett."Could they have been abducted?" I asked, and turned to my Beta who was seated on the couch."I have no idea, Ryan. I think I saw something outside, it looks weird, I think we should check it out." Jayden stood up from where he was seated and began going outside, and I followed behind him.He led me to the garden which was at the back of the house, but the sight that welcomed us left us speechless."Raven?" I called, my eyes scanning his figure which was on the floor in the garden.I slowly approached him. I couldn't tell how I felt right now, but I was staring at the lifeless body of my younger brother, who had a silver knife buried inside his heart."Raven?" I called again, and squatted be
Ryan POVI raised my head slowly, thoughts about Scarlett racing in my mind. The possibility of being able to survive silver despite losing her wolf was having a meaning now, but I snapped out of the trance."This can't be possible, she can't possibly be exchanged at birth.""That's what the portrait is trying to tell us. The baby with blue eyes is the daughter of the Dawson's family, and is named Ava, while the baby with emerald eyes is the daughter of the Easton's family, and is named Scarlett. But right now, everything has been twisted.""Does this mean Scarlett is –""Don't mention, don't even mention it," Jayden interrupted, pacing in the room."Are you sure Scarlett doesn't have emerald eyes and we've just forgotten about it due to her absence?" I diverted my eyes to the television when Jayden's question sank in. The picture was paused on the twins, so I stood up, picked up the remote I had thrown away, and pressed the play button.Scarlett pictures, blue eyes, naturally red li
Ryan POVAfter Scarlett asked if the reason I was caring wasn't because of my child, I heard her question clearly, but chose to remain silent.I knew the answer to her question, but I had to be cautious with what I said. This lady was dying in my arms, and I didn't know what to do.The truth was that I've always cared about Scarlett.Her body went numb in my arms immediately she finished talking, and she passed out.I placed my head on her chest, checking if she was still breathing, and relief washed over me when I heard her faint heartbeat."I love you, I've always loved you, but failed to realise it. I've realised it now, that's the more reason you need to stay, I want both of you. You've struggled to accommodate him inside you, so why now? I know I hurt you, but the feelings were strange at that time," I cried, holding her protectively. I refused to give too much thought about what I was doing. I was crying over a she-wolf, but this she-wolf is the mother of my child, if anything h
Scarlett POV I was thrown away from where I was standing in front of Ryan, and was now a distance away from him.I knew my spinal cord had been damaged, and the child in my stomach had twisted really bad, to a very bad position, and I felt the air knocked out of my throat.I couldn't do anything, I couldn't move a muscle, my stomach hooked in a scary position.I remained seated on the floor, staring at Ryan's back which was facing me, and I managed to make a weak whimper.I wasn't even whimpering, I couldn't even whimper, I was only making muffled sounds like a badly wounded introvert cat.He glanced back at me, but seeing the condition I was in, unable to stand up, he rushed towards me.He tried raising me to my feet, but I cried out in pain, my legs feeling like rubber.He was scared, I could see it in his eyes, this is the first time I've seen him this scared, and it made me wonder how bad my situation was.He didn't know where to touch and raise me up, because I felt pain anywher
Scarlett POVIt injured him, but he remained seated on the couch, staring at the floor without muttering a single word.I threw the remaining part of the bucket in my hand on him, and began searching for anything I would use to hit him."You're a terrible monster!" I yelled, and began throwing the cushions on him.I threw all the cushions on the couch on him, before I proceeded to throw the cushions on his bed on him.I was breathing hard when I finished, but he still remained seated on the couch without doing anything."You're definitely going to kill me today, because if you don't, then I will kill you. You don't deserve to live," I said angrily, my cold eyes watching him, before I stumped away from him.I began destroying everything my hands could reach in his room, not minding how expensive they are.I pulled down his television from where it was hanging, and let it fall to the floor.The screen cracked immediately and landed on the floor with a thud, and I proceeded to destroy th