Charia's Pov____________________ My wrist was tied with a band, where it was hurting, where Alpha Ryder's claws had pierced, but taking the pain aside, I walked to the front gate of the first Wolfenstein mansion, I was wearing an overall gown, one of Zara's dresses and I tied a scarf too. I didn't know what I was thinking when I dressed but I had the intention of not being recognized by anyone.I walked up to my father's guard and removed the veil on my face. It was late at night and I do not think they would recognize me, so I spoke. "I am Charia Wolfenstein, daughter of…"The gate was opened before I finished speaking, I was surprised I was recognized or better still allowed in. I rushed into my father's house and moved to the main entrance.Earlier today when Alpha Ryder caught me and gave me a two days ultimatum, I had been scared for my life, my family's life, and the good Samaritan I was staying with, Zara and Ice were not back when I left the house and I know they would searc
Charia's POV________________I knocked on the door when I got back to Zara's place. It was so late in the night and I deliberated on knocking, so as not to wake them, but on the first knock the door opened. Ice stood in front of me, his face in a deep frown. He locked the door back on me, but Zara opened it again. She pulled me into a hug immediately after she saw me and I was moved to tears. How could she love me so much?"Are you hurt?" She asked, checking out my body. I nodded negatively and she sighed in relief. She turned back to Ice with a frown. "Thank your stars, she's okay!""Where did you go?" Ice charged at me angrily."I'm sorry… I…""We helped you Charia and the least you can do is to keep us from trouble. At work, you almost made us lose our job and now we almost reported a missing person!""Don't shout at her!" Zara tried to defend but Ice yelled back at her."If you speak again, you wouldn't like what I'll do to both of you!" The tone of his voice was hurting and I fe
Charia's Pov_______________"Charia, Charia, Charia!""Jacob, do not wake her up, she still needs some rest""No. Mommy. I..my..toy…Charia" Jacob burst into a cry beside where I slept and Zara rushed to take him away from me. I was half awake so I could hear the conversation and I had no choice but to wake up. Jacob rushed back to my bed and giggled. "Look at my toy" he laughed showing me his new toy. I sat up with a banging headache but I didn't let the smile on my face fade."Wow. It's so biiiggg. Who gave you this Jacob?""Mommy""Did you say thank you to mommy?""No. Thank you mommy" he rushed back to Zara again who gave him a big hug and kiss. Jacob then sat on the floor and played with his new toy while his mother prepared him for school."You woke up late. I guess you're really tired" Zara said with a smile and I nodded my head. She handed me a rose flower and I took it with my brows raised. "It's for you, Ice picked it up this morning before he went to work"I had to check th
Charia's Pov______________________It took a whole lot of courage to throw my office shirt into the washing machine. The cloth smelled just like him, it reminded me of the intimate moment we had in the elevator, his body on mine, and how he shared his scent with me. I smell and feel him all around me, his kiss, his scent, his hardness.But I threw the shirt into the machine with anger, after all, I lost my job because of him, I'm in great danger because of him, I'm a target because of him -Alpha Ryder.His words rang in my ears again. He said I was going to scent him all the time, which was happening at the moment, he said I was going to crave him, which was also happening to me right now, but he also said I must look for him in two days, which counted as tomorrow. He was either going to give me a chance to say the truth gently or raid my house and pack my friends and me if I refused to go.I didn't want to put Zara and Ice in danger, and neither did I want to go into Alpha Ryder's d
Alpha Ryder's POV________________________"Is this feminine enough?" Emily asked putting the flower pot beside the window. I grunted and nodded negatively. "Take the flower pot away""You needed something pretty.""Not that kind of pretty""Who's she by the way and why so much preparation? Do I know her?" Emily sat on the bed "She's just a guest. I need some information from her and I plan to try to treat her nicely before getting what I want" I walked towards the bed and touched it. "Too soft. Ask Peter to change it""She's a lady, she's going to like it""But I don't use soft bed with you""Because we fuck Ryder. Will you be sleeping with her too?" Emily's eyes widened a bit."Maybe," I muttered."What?" She chuckled and moved closer to me. "You're hiding something, Ryder. Who's she? Did Aunty arrange a girl for you? I'm sure she's blabbing about how I'm not your mate and my job would affect your reputation""Believe me when I say, this girl is a spy, an intruder and I need a pie
Charia's Pov__________________I loved the excitement that comes with seeing Ice home with me."What's your favorite place in the world?" Ice asked when he got back from work. I was so happy he was back home, I had been alone pacing restlessly wondering if I should be at Alpha Ryder's house or not. The pressure and tension in me had gotten worse thinking of how my life was going to turn into a mess once Alpha Ryder got hold of me. Ice came back really late in the evening, I had locked myself in and when he knocked, I was so scared it was Alpha Ryder's guard or something. Zara had promised to be with Jacob at his daycare for the rest of the day after she came back from work and then she also said she wouldn't be coming home tonight also. I had been looking out the window scared that I would be taken away before anyone got back. I was so glad I was still here, and probably Alpha Ryder had changed his mind about me.He might have confirmed that I wasn't ready to give in or tell him th
___________________Alpha Ryder's POV______It was almost twenty-four hours, she wasn't here yet, I hadn't smelled her not seen any traces. No one has welcomed her in and no sign of any stranger at my mansion. My place was never hard to find, I wasn't a random wolf, I was a landmark of my own.Did she have trouble getting here? Is her pack against her confessing the truth to me? Do they want to wage a war instead? Do they have other plans? Is she going to hypnotize me again, just like that night?I was extremely confused and furious. Her time was up, her grace was over, and I had been too lenient, whatever her pack was planning, I needed to know at all costs. This just proved to me that she seemed tougher than she looked. I wasn't going to look at her in any innocent form. She wanted it the hard way and had provoked the beast in me.I wasn't going to take the plan of my murder lightly, because a freaking hot young wolf was used as my bait. I would have been less involved - I should h
Alpha Ryder's POV__________________As Peter approached me in the hallway, he had a smile on his face, he was compelling himself not to laugh but he still walked towards me anyways. "What's funny?" I asked him with the frown still stored on my face from earlier."Nothing, Alpha Ryder," he said, and a chuckle came out of his lips. "That was a mistake" he quickly said coming back to a more serious face. "I drove here as soon as you called me. And why are you at a hospital?" He looked around cautiously."Oh," I muttered looking around too like I just got here. Okay, yeah, I did listen to Charia's request. Her last word was to save the boy and she was going to come with me, she was trembling in so much fear and I couldn't reject such an offer, she melted my heart and I felt I was being too awful to her, I didn't want to make a scene in the harsh way I did earlier but the guy had stopped me from taking her and it vexed my wolf.I didn't mean to hurt him for real."I need you to watch som
FINAL CHAPTERCHARIA'S POV.______________A few days ago when it happened right in my eyes, and I stood there, watching the outcome of the intense battle between Ryder and Ryker, I couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions. Happiness washed over me as I realized that the wild wolf Ryker, who had caused so much chaos and confusion, was finally gone. The house was now filled with a sense of peace that had been absent for far too long. My heart swelled with joy at having my Ryder back by my side, where he belonged.But amidst the joy, there was a tinge of sorrow. Ryder had been forced to take his own brother's life, a burden that no one should have to bear. I approached him, my voice filled with so much condolence, "Ryder, I'm so sorry you had to do what you did. I know it was a difficult decision, but please know that I'm here for you, and we will navigate this together."He looked at me with a mixture of gratitude and pain in his eyes, and he squeezed my hand gently. "Thank you, Chari
Melissa's Pov________I felt so delighted everything was over and the imposter was finally buried in ashes a few days ago. But the one thing I did not feel relaxed with was Peter's attitude towards me and then when he invited me for a date to talk about it, I was relieved.Peter had been acting awkward since all this was over and I needed an explanation on why he was doing that to only me. He walked into the private place where our tables and food were placed and I stood in respect. He asked me to sit back and apologized for being late."I'm so glad you set this date up for us" I nervously smiled.Peter and I spent months of vacation together and in my entire existence have never felt or experienced something as sweet as that. It was the best moment of my life and I wouldn't trade Peter for anything."Yeah. I'm glad too" he responded. "I have something to say to you Melissa" his face wasn't friendly and he really looked bothered.I was scared, and my heart beat faster. I had no idea
______The room fell silent as Ryder and Ryker locked eyes, the tension between them noticeable. The air crackled with a mix of anger, resentment, and a deep-seated rivalry that had been festering for years. This was the moment where the brothers would engage in a battle of words, each determined to prove their superiority.Ryker, his voice laced with smug confidence, began, "Ryder, you've always been the obedient one, the one who followed the rules. But you see, being a wild wolf means embracing our instincts fully. Feasting on the flesh of other wolves, tasting their blood, it's in our nature. It's what sets us apart, makes us powerful."Ryder's eyes flashed with indignation. "Being a wild wolf doesn't mean losing our humanity, Ryker. We can control our urges and live harmoniously with our wolf nature. If you want to fully embrace the wild, then shed your human form and go live in the forest."Ryker scoffed, his tone dripping with sarcasm. "Oh, and you think you're better because yo
_______Late at night, Ryder changed his mind. After thoroughly thinking about things, he decided not to stay one more hour at Emily's place and so he called for Melissa and asked that they leave.Ryder and Melissa carefully made their way out of Emily's house, staying in the shadows and avoiding any attention. They knew they had to be cautious to ensure a successful escape. As they reached the back gate, Melissa glanced around to make sure no one was watching. Satisfied with the coast being clear, she motioned for Ryder to follow her.They hurriedly made their way through the dark alleys, their hearts pounding with a mixture of fear and determination. Ryder's mind was filled with a whirlwind of emotions as he thought about Charia and the possibility of her being with his twin brother, Ryker. He couldn't shake off the feeling of betrayal, yet a twinkle of hope remained within him that everything Emily had said was a lie.Melissa led them to a secluded spot where Emily's car was parked
Ryker's Pov____ ___My mind was preoccupied with thoughts of Charia and the disheartening news I had just received.As I paced restlessly in the room, contemplating my next move, the door swung open, and a maid entered to serve me food.I didn't need any of that. I didn't need any of the things Emily was offering me, I just wanted to know the truth and how the situation was. I dismissed the maid with a wave of my hand, but as she turned to leave, she called out my name, and I heard her say. "Alpha Ryder"Something about her voice struck a chord of familiarity within me and recognition dawned upon me—it was Melissa.Quickly, I turned over to her and she removed the veil she used on her face. "What are you doing here?" I had to ask.She hurriedly locked the door, ensuring our privacy. "What going on?""Ssshh!" She said putting her fingers on her lips. "I'm sorry" she quickly apologized for the attitude. "We need to talk quietly so Emily would not hear us," she said."Where Charia, wh
___________________Ryder's eyes fluttered open, his head throbbing with residual pain from the accident. As his senses slowly returned, he took in his surroundings, realizing he was in an unfamiliar room. Confusion washed over him, and his thoughts immediately turned to Charia. Where was she? He hadn't seen her since he was rushed to the hospital.Just then, the door swung open, and Emily entered the room, a wide smile on her face that didn't reach her eyes. Ryder's gaze locked onto her, desperation was evident in his voice. "Ryder! Oh, my dear Ryder, you're finally awake! I've missed you so much."Ryder said with a strained voice "Where... Where am I? This doesn't look like home. Emily?""Emily... What's going on? Why am I here? Where's Charia? I need to see her.""Ryder, you just woke up, take your mind off something like that""No. I need answers. Where's Charia?"Emily hesitated for a moment, her eyes darting away briefly before meeting his gaze again. She took a deep breath, he
Charia's Pov_____The door to the room was knocked on severally and I struggled to open the door very early in the morning. I was surprised to see Delphi standing in front of me."Some of the elders are here to see Ryder…Ryker. I haven't been announced officially, so you'll need to be beside him for the meeting." She tried to walk out. I dragged her back."Delphi. You know the truth and you chose to stay with him?""Stay out of it""Delphi, you know my kind heart towards you. If you wanted something you know I would strive hard to get it for you.""I already have it. You destroyed my family and I will destroy yours"I didn't need to argue with her anymore. Delphi already made up her mind about me and her decisions. I walked over to the meeting room where Ryder always held meeting with the elders, I met Ryker sitting on Ryder's spot already and it pricked me like a needle.One of the elders started the meeting with a wolf chant and then stated the cause of the gathering.The meeting
Melissa's Pov______After a terrible round of sex with the head guard, he let me sleep and rest in his room as he went to his duty. Yesterday I wasn't able to hang around because he didn't want Emily to see me and ask where I was from and so I stayed an extra night.After I had taken a shower and gotten an hour's rest. I stood up in the middle of the night and walked toward the room I saw Alpha Ryder in earlier. Luckily for me, he was alone. I was careful to confirm his privacy before I stepped in. But I could hear the sound of showers in the bathroom and I assumed Emily was in there. I walked towards him and tapped his skin trying to wake him up. I whispered his name, but he wouldn't hear. I tapped harder looking around so I wouldn't be caught.He turned in his sleep and his eyes flashed a bit. "Yes, yes, wake up" whispered.The shower suddenly went off and I ran out of the room very carefully, leaving the door opened a bit.I cautiously peered through the crack in the door, my hea
______Ryker and Delphi sat outside the mansion, the moon hung high in the night sky, casting a glow over the surroundings. While they spoke and the moon shone further on his skin, Ryker, no longer able to restrain his primal instincts, felt an uncontrollable rise of power through his veins. The moon's influence had taken hold of him once more, and this time, he wanted blood and flesh.Delphi stood beside him, her eyes wide with a mix of fear and disbelief. She had suspected the truth, but witnessing the transformation firsthand was a shock beyond cognition. She watched as he turned into a wild wolf, his growl harsh and scary. There was only one person she had seen this way and it was Dwight. She was overwhelmed at this sight and began to think of what was said to her by Charia yesterday.As Ryker fought to maintain control, he could see the fear etched on her face."Alpha Ryder, what is going on?" She moved away from him."Delphi," he growled, his voice strained with the struggle ag