I rushed into the room and slammed the door, draining all my energy like a deflated balloon. I slid down the door and fell to the floor. Charles is not at home, and this bedroom is my refuge. I can finally vent all my emotions. I started crying again, because the conversation made me realize a ter
Charles’ POV "Soldiers!" With a mighty shout from Billy, the hundreds of fighters on the training ground rushed to Billy and me. They crowded around us, watching us eagerly, waiting for what we would say next. "I know you've all heard something recently. There was a tragedy in our pack that wa
He immediately bowed. "Yes, Alpha!" I put my arm around his shoulder and clapped, "Oh, man, you just became captain, and our pack had a terrible murder... it's not easy." My action made poor Kevin flinch visibly, but he couldn't hide the smile on his face. "Well, I was just doing my job, but you
Charles’s POV "Ah!" Kevin gave a short cry. His voice sounded strange, as if there was a bone in his throat that could not go up or down. Apparently, he didn't know this was the scene of the previous murder. He felt guilty when he heard what I said. His trembling voice and legs betrayed him. I
Billy’s POV I've been having some hung up these days, and one thing keeps popping into my head. It's like a seed that's about to break out of the ground but still hasn't been exposed. I think about it when I eat, when I brush my teeth, when I take a shower, even when I sleep... ... A few days ag
The words "old Place" made me feel happy for a moment, and then I was tangled up again. She was referring to the South Street Cafe & Bakery on the south side of King's Road, where I used to accompany her. Penelope loved the coffee and food there. When we were teenagers, we used to sit idly in our
Billy’s POV Penelope froze for a second, then lifted her butt out of the chair and quickly sat back down. "Oh my moon goddess..." her long red nails covered her plump lips, "That girl is Amelia!" Her eyes were full of a teasing smile. "Billy, you have unique taste... Oh, I mean, I know her quite
I was shocked beyond words. "Penelope, this is all about you being jealous of Selena!" I shook my head, determined to break her dream. “When are you going to learn the simple truth? Charles doesn't love you! Even if he wasn't married to Selena, he wouldn't love you!” Penelope struggled and broke f