A Z R I E LI nodded my head composedly, despite the storm brewing in my head. “Does she know?”“I haven't told her about the pregnancy. I thought it was best to inform you first then you could break the news to her.”“Thank you, Doctor Roland.” I said, nodding my head.“It's always a pleasure to work with you, Mr. Marino. I've heard so many good things about you and the success of your company.” He said with a broad smile. Now wasn't the time, man… I thought dejectedly.When he didn't get a response, his smile dimmed a little as he stuttered, “I'll leave you to it, I have to get back to work. Congratulations again, Mr. Marino.” He said, finally walking out.I stared at the door that led to Delilah's room, my mind reeling with a million thoughts. “Shit, what am I going to do?”“I definitely wasn't expecting that,” Sienna breathed out from behind me. “I'm finally going to be an aunty.” Her last sentence drew my attention as I looked at her like she was crazy.“Really? That's all you ca
A Z R I E LMy heart felt tight as I felt like everything was finally falling into place. Because it was. I looked at Delilah, my expression conveying how I felt. I placed my hand over the one of her belly, already hearing the tiny heartbeat of our little one. “I'm never going anywhere, detka. I promise to be with you every step of the way and hold your hands as we go through this new phase. You have no idea how happy you just made me.” I said, sincerity dripping in my words.Delilah sniffed, tears blurring her eyes as she squeezed my hands. “You make me happy, Azriel. I never realized how sad and boring my life really was until you came into the picture. Though, we didn't meet on good circumstances, you and this baby are the best thing to ever happen to me. I can't think of a future without you in it. I love you, Azriel.”Those words. Those were the words I've been waiting for her to say. Those three forbidden yet powerful words. I know I had heard her confess to them last night duri
A Z R I E LAs soon as the car parked in front of the station, I and the guys immediately made our way inside. The police looked shocked to see us as they looked between each other. Of course, they were humans and they only knew me as the CEO of Marino construction company, but that was also enough to instill fear in them.M-mr. Marino, we weren't expecting you.” One of the officers said with a grin but I couldn't miss the smell of fear radiating off of him. Disgusting.“Where is he?” I seethed impatiently.“Who?” The officer asked, further infuriating me. I reached out and grabbed him by the collar, slamming him to the wall as he stared at me with horror filled eyes. “Don't fucking play dumb with me or I'm going to make you lose your fucking job and make sure you remain jobless for the rest of your miserable life. Don't fucking test me. Where. is. he?”His lips trembled as he tried to fight for air, his eyes darting between the guys and I. “He– he has been granted bail. He left not
D E L I L A HAzriel never told me about how his confrontation with the truck driver went no matter how much I asked. It's been two days since I've been discharged from the hospital and now I'm practically living in Azriel's room. He had ordered for all my clothes and belongings to be brought into his room.I couldn't even walk without him breathing down on my neck about being careful and watching my steps. If I had thought he was controlling before, it has gotten even worse now. A wave of dizziness and nausea suddenly hit me, making me jump from the bed and make a beeline to the toilet where I puked out everything I ate last night. I dry heaved, spitting out the bitter taste of vomit from my mouth as I tried to catch my breath. Azriel rubbed my back soothingly and I couldn't be more grateful. He helped me to my feet as I walked towards the sink and washed my face and my mouth.I stared at my sickly reflection in the mirror. It was as if my morning sickness had gotten worse now that
D E L I L A H “What the fuck are you doing here?” Azriel growled, abruptly standing on his feet, causing the chair to screech loudly. Azalea smirked, shoving his hands into his pocket. “Now, is that a way to greet your beloved parents?” Azriel took a threatening step towards him as I watched the whole scene unfold. “You haven't answered my fucking question. What the fuck are you doing in my house?” “Azriel, son…” The older woman started but Azriel immediately caught her off. He turned to her gritted, “What is this bitch doing here?” He shouted, pointing at the younger girl. “As if still staying with this bastard after he cheated on you isn't enough, you let him bring his bastard daughter into my house?!” The girl in question looked like she wanted to be anywhere but here. She looked so out of place and I almost pitied her. It was all adding up now. Azriel had a stepsister? As if only now noticing my presence, Azriel's father's eyes turned to me and I suddenly felt the urge to s
D E L I L A H It was getting pretty late and Sienna was getting ready to leave. The rest of the day was spent in awkward silence except the occasional questions at Sienna who barely gave her answers. Without thinking, I said, “Why don't you all stay here? I mean that if you don't want to stay in the pack house, we have spare bedrooms that you could stay in.” I suggested and Sienna narrowed her eyes at me, trying to discreetly shake at head. “No dear, Azriel wouldn't like that–” Ravenna started but I cut her off softly. “I'm sure Azriel wouldn't mind. This house is big enough for all of us.” Ravenna's mouth split into a warm smile. “If you insist, dear. Thank you.” I smiled in return, turning to Sienna. “Will you stay too?” I asked, my eyes pleading. But she shook her head. “I'll pass.” Her voice was loud of emotions and suddenly I could see hints of Azriel's traits in her. Sienna might be playful and appear too jovial, but she definitely has a dark side no one knows about. Just
D E L I L A HToday is going to be my first doctor's appointment at the pack's hospital. Azriel was supposed to go with me but I haven't seen him since last night.I tried swallowing the pang of sadness I felt at the thought of hearing our baby's first heartbeat without him. I walked into the kitchen to find Carla and Ravenna talking with smiles on their faces. When they caught sight of me, they immediately called me over.I sat next to Ravenna with a smile. “Good morning.”She smiled back but looked at me worriedly. “Morning dear. Are you okay? I heard Azriel yelling last night and I thought–” Was his voice that loud? I I didn't want her to know that her son and I had a fight because of her. She already felt bad enough as it is.“Uhm, yeah. We just had a little misunderstanding.” Carla looked at me worriedly, knowing I was probably lying.Ravenna smiled sadly. “Was it because of me?” She asked, placing her warm hand on mine. “Delilah, I don't want you both fighting because of me. Y
D E L I L A HAzriel had to go to the pack house, so we drove there right from the hospital. I was so not looking forward to seeing Azalea and as if Azriel could read my thoughts, he glanced at me.“I'm never going to let him hurt you, you know that right?” He asked, squeezing my hand.“But why does he hate me? What did he mean when he said I'd be tossed away after I give you an heir. Is that really what's going to happen?” I tried to hide the fear in my voice but I failed woefully.“Azalea hates everyone,” Azriel admitted with gritted teeth. “And do you really believe I would do that to you?”I turned away, looking out the window. “After last night, I don't even know what to think anymore. You suddenly doubt my love for you and call me a liar when you know very well how I feel about you.”Guilt clouded Azriel's eyes. “Last night was a moment of weakness, Delilah. I was just so hurt that you would invite people into my house without my consent.”“But they aren't just anybody, they are