My throat tightened as I recalled my last heart-shattering talk with my ex. As usual, I exhaled deeply, pushing him out of my mind. We reached the massive, elegantly-decorated hall moments later and were immediately separated. "Oh good. They're here," someone called out. A omega female. Clearly,
I loved this wolf before. I did not wish death upon him even though he did me wrong. But this was too much. How could he be here? This was so unexpected. So unwelcome! As he said my name again, I couldn't find my voice to speak, so I stood there assessing him the same way he was doing to me. He w
Richard POV The hallway was empty except for me and the she-wolf. I waited for her to turn around, though I already knew it was the stray. That Night Storm she-wolf with the nice breasts. Her profile was unmistakable, and so were those gentle curves under the flay, long-sleeve gown. The sound fro
"Of course, Chief." Fear flashed in the girl's eyes, causing an unpleasant tug in my gut. Again, I recalled how she'd been assaulted by that Night Storm Gamma. I wondered what she thought her punishment would be. A small part of me hoped that she didn't think someone could do that to her here in
"Having a good time, mother?" I took a large gulp from my glass. "No, not quite." Here we go. Damn it, I shouldn't have asked. "All of the Carlisle kids are mated," she sighed. "I'm so jealous, it hurts, Richie." I didn't make the mistake of commenting on that. If I did, she would go on and on a
"Oh, is she expecting you? Don't let me keep you." "No, it's fine. Actually, I'm kinda nervous. And since she's having lunch with your mom, I'm thinking I should come back another time." She dipped her chin. "You're home for the holidays, I take it," I said. "Yes, it's been years." She drew in th
The night of the party, Tessa POV Fiona's grip on my arm was so tight that it hurt, yet I barely noticed. I was overcome with anxiety that the Chief had caught me on my first attempt at scoping the place. Goddess, how would they punish be? Vivi had once mentioned that people where punished with s£
"Get the cleaning supply. Begin mopping the floor on this side," Fiona said. "You'll get food once you complete all of this part." Despite the sophisticated steam mop, it took a whole hour and eight minutes to finish cleaning that entire area. I was sweaty and dizzy from hunger as I stood at the
Tessa PoV Richard's words caused my heart to leap to my throat. I didn't dare assume anything. Live in his house like his other staffs. These were his words. He didn't say like his female. I held my breath, waiting for him to offer more details. "I'll be away for a few days," he said, shifting h
I didn't see Richard again until I was escorted back to my apartment. As soon as I entered the building, Peyton was waiting by his door. "Yo, superstar," he called out. I hadn't seen him at all, but that's because he was not on duty tonight. He had gone to the party as a pack member with his fri
Tessa POV Richard was taking my side. I couldn't stop my heart from swelling as I fought to recall if anyone had ever done this before. Things had been quite eventful here in the Forest Moon. I hardly ever got into fights or quarrels at the former pack. And I certainly couldn't recall anyone ever t
"What happened?" I asked no one in particular. Tessa and Ivy didn't speak. Instead, both shot daggers at each other with their eyes. The two Gammas exchanged looks as each waited for the other to tell the tale. It was Grace who began speaking. "I heard the two talking in the bathroom. Then there
Richard POV The first thing I noted as I entered the party hall was Tessa Nile's absence. The Alpha, Beta and their mates were not there either. I stomped forward, looking about for Tina and Grace. The two guards were nowhere on sight, which meant they were with Tessa. She probably went to the bath
Instead of an attack, Miss Johnson forced a smile. "Like mother like daughter, huh," she seethed. "Just cuz he introduced you to the Luna, you think you'll be something more?" Another bitter laugh echoed in the bathroom as she went on, "Does he know about your master, Mister Fox. Do you still servi
Tessa POV The evening had been going too well. Knowing my luck, I should've expected something to ruin it sooner or later. As I washed my hands, I recalled the look on Kevin's face again and shuddered. The harshness in his eyes had brought Curtis Burns to mind. In that moment, I had immediately re
"You're dressed up," he said simply. "So are you. And stop calling me that!" Her curt tone confused him. She resumed walking. Wait, was she not interested in talking to him? After looking at him like that? He reached out and grabbed her arm. She yanked free. "What do you want? I'm working ri
Kevin Kevin had nearly died of relief when the Deputy Chief, Killian Forrest, reached out to assign him work. He expected to hear from Richard Wolfe himself. Apparently, the Chief didn't want to deal with him too. Kevin was more than happy to avoid dealing with him too. At least, for now. As a t