(Ethan's POV)The two men knelt before me, their faces bloodied from my security team's efficient handling. Despite their predicament, they continued their desperate pleas."Alpha Stone, please," the taller one begged, blood dripping from his split lip. "She approached us first. She was flirting, to
"Alright," he conceded, pulling a chair beside my bed. "I'll stay until you fall asleep."It wasn't exactly what I wanted—I'd hoped he would join me in bed—but it was better than nothing. I accepted the compromise with a grateful smile."Thank you," I whispered, reaching for his hand again.Martha a
(Olivia's POV)"Bitch! You're looking for a beating, aren't you?!" The man's voice cut through the darkness like a knife.His large hands clamped down on my arm like iron pincers. The pressure was excruciating, but I refused to let go. "You stupid bitch," he growled, frustration evident in his voic
I straightened my posture. "I don't know, sir. Alpha Ethan sent me to collect Luna Olivia, but she's not here."Lucas Blackwood's expression darkened. "When did you last hear from Ethan?""About an hour ago," I replied. "He said he had to attend to an emergency with Miss Frost and asked me to ensure
His large hand remained on mine, his thumb tracing small circles on my skin. The gesture was comforting, grounding me in the present when all I wanted was to slip back into unconsciousness and escape the reality of what had happened."The doctors say you have three broken ribs, a fractured wrist, an
(Ethan's POV)I descended the stairs of the abandoned warehouse, my footsteps echoing against the concrete. The dim lighting cast long shadows across the floor, illuminating the scene before me.My security team had done their job well. Too well, perhaps.Darius Reed knelt in the center of the room,
"Lily," she whispered, reaching for the pendant with trembling hands.In her eagerness to reclaim our daughter's ashes, Olivia lunged forward too quickly. Her weakened body betrayed her, and she began to fall from the bed.I moved instinctively, catching her before she hit the floor. Her small form
(Olivia's POV)"No!" The scream tore from my throat as I watched Lily's remains disappear into the water below. My eyes, bloodshot and wild with desperation, tracked the crystal pendant's arc through the air before it vanished beneath the rippling surface of the Moonlit Reflection Pool."Lily..." I
"I want you to authorize Connor Blackthorn's release," I stated firmly. "Today.""He tried to kill you," Ethan growled, his protective instincts flaring."That's my concern, not yours," I countered. "You lost the right to protect me when you abandoned me and Lily."The words hung between us, sharp a
(Olivia's POV)Rain pounded against my windshield as I drove toward Stone Pack Enterprises headquarters. The wipers fought a losing battle against the downpour, much like my emotions battled against the memories this place evoked.I gripped the steering wheel tighter. No way was I going to Ethan's M
(Olivia's POV)Morning sunlight streamed through my kitchen window as I carefully arranged fresh moonberries atop a stack of fluffy pancakes. The rare berries had cost a small fortune, but my mother deserved something special.I packed the breakfast into my Crystal-Infused Thermal Food Container, en
(Victoria's POV)"He attacked me like a wild animal!" I sobbed, clutching Ethan's arm as tears streamed down my face. "She knew I couldn't defend myself with my paralyzed legs!"My wolf whimpered pathetically inside me, playing up our victimhood. The bruises on my face were already darkening, and I
The door shuddered as something—or someone—slammed against it from the outside."Victoria!" Ethan's voice called, concern evident in his tone.With a splintering crack, the door flew open, kicked in by Ethan's Alpha strength. He rushed in, his amber eyes taking in the scene before him.(Ethan's POV)
(Olivia's POV)Victoria's legs were useless, dragging on the ground like dead weight as I pulled her across the private dining room floor by her hair. Her perfectly styled blonde locks twisted in my grip as she whimpered pathetically."Not so powerful now, are you?" I whispered, my voice eerily calm
Olivia was alive. My mate had returned from the dead, only to reveal she was engaged to Lucas Blackwood. The pain of that revelation had been consuming me since the night of Gwendolyn's gathering.But regardless of her feelings toward me, I would protect her. Connor Blackthorn would remain imprisone
(Olivia's POV)Two years ago, my life changed forever. Not just because of Lily's death, but because of what came after.The car accident should have killed me. My brakes failed on a winding mountain road, sending my vehicle plummeting over the edge. By some miracle, I survived the initial impact, t
"Ms. Winters!" Gwendolyn exclaimed, steadying me. "You're hurt!"I looked down to see blood seeping through my dress. The cut wasn't deep, but it was bleeding freely.From the corner of my eye, I saw Ethan moving toward me, concern etched on his face. For a moment, our eyes met, and I saw the Alpha'