(Victoria's POV)Blood trickled down my face as I knelt before Lily's grave, my designer clothes torn to shreds from Olivia's lashing. The pain was excruciating, but I refused to show weakness."I would never harm a pup," I declared, widening my eyes with practiced innocence. "Where is your proof of
Olivia sat beside my bed, her emerald eyes clouded with guilt. She hadn't spoken since we'd arrived, her shoulders hunched with the weight of her actions."Child," I said, reaching for her hand. "You mustn't blame yourself."Her fingers trembled in mine. "I lost control, Grandmother. I could have ki
(Olivia's POV)The fluorescent lights of the Silvercrest Pack Medical Den's morgue cast a harsh glow over Matriarch Evelyn's peaceful face. My legs nearly gave out beneath me as I approached her body, each step heavier than the last."Grandmother," I whispered, the word catching in my throat.Her ha
I turned to leave, noticing that Olivia was already heading for the door. Despite our estrangement, we were united in our need for answers.In the corridor outside the morgue, Olivia pulled out her phone and dialed a number. I caught the name on her screen: Chief Walter Garrison."Chief Garrison," s
(Victoria's POV)"It's me," I sobbed suddenly, my shoulders shaking with apparent grief. "I should be blamed for Grandmother Evelyn..."The room fell silent, all eyes turning to me in shock. Ethan's face darkened as he stepped closer."What happened?" he asked coldly.I cried harder, my apologies fl
They departed with professional nods, leaving the pack to handle the situation internally. I stood frozen, watching as Victoria was once again going to escape justice.(Victoria's POV)The moment my restraints were fully removed, I rushed to Ethan's side, clinging to him as I continued my stream of
(Olivia's POV)I stood frozen in Matriarch Evelyn's elegant study, watching Victoria cling to Ethan like a parasite. The Northern Territory Enforcers had just left, taking with them any hope of justice through official channels. My hands trembled with rage as Victoria's eyes met mine over Ethan's sh
(Olivia's POV)I stood before Ethan, my body trembling with grief and rage. The truth about Lily's death had been buried for too long, and I couldn't hold it in anymore."Ethan Stone, Lily suffered so much..." My voice cracked as memories of my daughter's pain flooded through me. "I finally found a
"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'