Exhausted from her ordeal, she curled up instinctively and fell into a deeper sleep. I tucked the blanket around her, my movements mechanical.With one last look at her sleeping form, I left the ward. Maxwell was waiting outside, his posture straightening as I approached."Mr. Stone," he acknowledge
(Ethan's POV)The hospital's emergency room doors slid open as Miles Blackwood stumbled out, his head heavily bandaged. Blood had soaked through the white gauze, a testament to the severity of his wound.He cursed under his breath, touching the bandage gingerly. His eyes darted around the parking lo
I squeezed her hand reassuringly. "You're still the perfect match for Mr. Blackwood.""Can I really still be Lucas's wife?" she asked, her voice small and hopeful."Of course," I replied without hesitation. "Who else is worthy of him?"The relief on her face was almost comical. She believed me compl
(Ethan's POV)I entered the Grand Reception Hall with measured steps, my eyes immediately finding Olivia sitting beside Lucas Blackwood on the sofa. My grandmother sat between them, her face alight with satisfaction.The sight of them together sent a surge of possessive rage through my veins. Lucas
"A pretend courtship," Olivia mused, considering the idea."Exactly," Lucas confirmed. "We can be friends and allies, nothing more. But to the outside world, we'll appear to be a developing couple."Olivia extended her hand with a genuine smile. "I accept your proposal, Mr. Blackwood."Lucas took he
(Olivia's POV)I hurried back to Matriarch Evelyn's villa, my mind racing with thoughts of Ethan. The memory of his possessive grip on my wrist still burned on my skin. I knew him well enough to anticipate his next move.Last time, he had simply bypassed my locked door. I needed a different strategy
"Breaking news this morning," the reporter announced. "Miles Blackwood, son of prominent businessman Harold Blackwood, has been arrested on multiple charges of assault."My teacup froze halfway to my lips as I stared at the screen. It was indeed the same man who had attacked me at the restaurant."S
(Olivia's POV)"Sorry, the number you dialed is powered off." I exhaled with relief at the automated message. At this hour, Jay was probably still asleep. I quickly typed a text: "Call me when you wake up," then tucked my phone back into my handbag.As I turned toward the subway entrance, a car hor
"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'