Chapter 35Lenox POV…I don’t know how I came down from the podium after addressing the media. The only thing that I remember is my shirt was soaked with cold sweat and there was this buzzing sound in my ears.“Lenox, Lenox!” it was my betas voice that brought me back to reality.“What is it, Dylan?”“What are you daydreaming about? You did great up there?” he said with a grin on his face.“Really? I thought that I messed up? I have never been this tense in my life!”“No, you did well. You answered the reporters’ questions well, now it is time to come up with good campaign strategies.” Dylan said.“Yeah.”I know that after taking that step, there is no going back and even if I want to back out now, those cunning old foxes won’t give me a chance.My phone rang and looking at the caller ID, I did not feel like picking it up, but still…“It’s me.” I said through the phone.“Congratulations babe! You are amazing!”“Thanks.” I said in a non-committal tone. I did not see the need to be exci
Chapter 36Camilla POV…When I finally reached the living room, I was surprised that it was full of people.The whole of West pack important members were present and even some faces that I have never seen before.“You are here Camilla, quickly come in.” Matilda said enthusiastically which made me to frown. She has never treated me this nicely as long as I could remember, what came over her today?“What is going on?” I looked at everyone in the room and asked the old lady directly. I felt that something is not right. I felt like I was facing a court jury for interrogation.“Why are you in such a hurry when you have just arrived. Aren’t you even going to say hi to the guests? Is that how I taught you your manners?”“These are your visitors and not mine. What did you call me here for?” I asked. I was not in the mood to entertain anyone.“Sit down and have a cup of tea. Get to know our guests!”“Old lady, aren’t you getting the wrong person to accompany your visitors? I am only a slave gi
Chapter 37Camilla POV…“Mic…” I looked on as Matilda stuttered as she tried to say grandfather’s name.She has been acting all high and mighty just a moment ago, what has happened to her.I went over to grandfather and held his hand, “grandpa, why did you come out now?” I asked.“Everyone was harassing you, how can I not come out? I have never known just how disgusting some people are! Have I been blind all these years? Do some people don’t have a guilty conscious?” grandfather asked furiously.“Matilda… cough, cough!” grandfather started coughing profusely which scared me shitless.“Grandpa, can you please calm down? Don’t be agitated; you are still recovering.” I told him as I slightly rubbed his back.“And you, Moore, my family has been good to you and done a lot for you, but now, you cannot even wait to toss my granddaughter in the line of fire just because of your little ambitions?”“Michael, everyone says that you are dead. I did not know that you are still alive. If I had know
Chapter 38 Matilda POV… The moment I saw Michael appear; I knew that it was truly over for me. I wanted to pressure Camilla with my position as her elder and the leader of the pack so that she can marry Alex, but I did not know that nothing will go according to plan. Not only have I offended the Moore pack, I was on the verge of losing everything. The secret that I have tried so much to keep was finally being brought to light. No, I cannot possibly allow this to happen. Without the West pack name, I am nothing. I cannot allow everything that I have worked so hard for, to be flashed down the drain just like that. And now, Pete was thoroughly analyzing everything as if he was present when everything happened, I cannot let this go on. I felt that he was like a worm in my stomach, how could his analysis be so much on point? Although I have my reasons for doing everything, I cannot allow this bastard, who is not even related to me, to embarrass me in front of everyone. And my stupid
Chapter 39 Matilda POV… Just how much resentment towards me has this man been carrying throughout the years? And I have never even realized. I felt a cold chill travel from my heart to my spine. I don’t know if I have to thank the moon goddess that his wife had died without knowing the truth, or should I be sad that I have been fooled all these years. “Mom, why would you lie to me that dad… I mean Michael is my father?” Alphonse was getting on my nerve and I was starting to feel annoyed. “I told you it does not matter right now. What you need to do is make sure that no one leaves the pack, I cannot lose everything that I have worked so hard to achieve.” “You are still dreaming of continuing to be the alpha?” “What do you mean?” “You have offended the Moore family, with your current ability, can you go against them? besides, do you think that even if Michael has let you off, that girl Camilla will also forgive you?” “Don’t forget who is backing her! Do you really have the power
Chapter 40 Lucien POV… “Of course, you are my alpha, my husband, my best friend, so how can I not worry about you?” these words kept playing in my mind. I can still hear her crips voice in my ears as she said those endearing words. I have been used to living alone without anyone worrying about me, so these words brought an extremely new feeling to me. A feeling that I wanted to embrace for the rest of my life. As for the Jones family… My mind travelled to when I was only sixteen years old, a youthful boy who was full of vigor and who only wanted to do things for his pack. I had gone out for my hunting but when I returned, my whole world had been turned upside down. I stood behind a tree as I watched everyone in my family get butchered by the unknown group of rogues. I was too afraid to even make a sound and it was only after they left did, I move out from the tree and ran to the house like I have lost my mind. I went directly to my parents’ room and the horror after seeing thei
Chapter 41 Asher Jones POV… I have tried everything possible but no one was willing to help my dad. I can’t let my dad go to jail. He is too old to withstand all the suffering in jail. But all my efforts have hit rock-bottom and I don’t know who to turn to anymore. What shocked me even more was that those bastards actually had the guts to announce Lenox! They were clearly distancing themselves from my family. I was busy calling them, and no one was picking up because they were hard organizing for the press conference! Hah, they really know how to get themselves out of trouble, don’t they! But still there is something that does not make sense. I remember dad telling me in the past that the Hart pack is no longer a threat to us and when I asked why, he refused to answer. It was only after he heard that there was someone from the Hart family who wanted to take over city N, did he divulge the truth to me. I was shocked that such an operation had been carried out and no one from my fa
Chapter 42 Asher POV… “Lucien!” I repeated the name, not quite believing what I was seeing. “Long time no see, Asher Jones!” “Is it you who killed everyone in my family? You know that I can call the police to arrest you for murder, right?” I tried to threaten him with the police. I was too tense to even think of something else. I could feel my legs shaking and my knees going weak at his cold glare. “Ooh, I am very afraid. Will they arrest me and then torture me, or will they pierce me with the silver arrowhead?” Lucien asked mockingly as he made his way toward me. I freaked out and I almost peed on myself. “What do you want, Lucien?” I questioned. “I want your life, and that of everyone in your family!” he said menacingly. “Why? It is illegal to kill people!” “Do you still consider yourselves people? I thought that you were already animals!” “You are the one who is an animal who goes around killing people like it is nothing!” I spat at him. Although I was filled with fear an
Chapter 123 (THE END)!!Jared POV…With the pregnancy news, the wedding preparations began.Actually, I had already started preparing one year ago when Zelma told me that she wanted to see the fields in South America and ride the horses. It was one of the places she wanted to visit and she wished that we could our wedding there.The preparations were in the last stage and it was done after one month.I had not planned to hold our wedding in such a hurry but because she was pregnant, we had to do it when it was still convenient, or else it would be hard for her to move around in the later stages of the pregnancy.Camilla was already heavily pregnant but she insisted on tagging along. There was nothing we could do about it.On the day itself…The weather was very sunny, just perfect for an outdoor wedding. Lucien was my best man and I was sitting on my chair nervously, listening to his nagging. I was about to marry the only woman who could make my heart race and blood boil, how could I
Chapter 122Jared POV…I have never felt this bad. It was only thirty minutes but I felt that I have been waiting for eternity. When the doctor finally lifted his head, I rushed over without hesitation. "Doctor Smith, what is wrong with her?" I inquired. I was so nervous that I held my breath for a moment."Young master, don't be nervous, nothing is wrong with the young mistress." The doctor and I looked at him as if he was joking.Nothing wrong with her? Then why would she be puking her guts out?"Are you a sure doctor? Earlier she…!""I am sure. She is totally fine, just a little exhausted. As for her vomiting, I think that she might be expectant." The doctor said and I felt my heart stop beating for a moment."What did you… what did you just say? Expe what?""Young master, I said that young mistress might expectant. The hormones in her body trigger the vomiting, which is a common occurrence when one is pregnant.""Are sure about that?" My head was buzzing with different sounds and
Chapter 121 Zelma POV… The huge dining table was filled with all kinds of dishes. From seafood to western cuisine. It was simply a feast to a foodie like me.On the huge table was Damon, Jared's father, sitting at the main seat. On his left was his wife Sara, who was Jared's mom, and my mother-in-law. The one next to him was her sister, Jared's aunt, and some other core members of the pack.On Damon's side, Jared sat next to his father and I naturally took the seat beside him. Camilla was sitting beside me and next to her was try them Lucien came last. It was a family gathering so, everyone at the table was an important member of this family."You did well tonight." Jared's mom said as she looked at me with a gentle smile."Thank you, mom." I lowered my head and said in a shy voice. I was not used to calling her mom yet, especially in front of so many people, so it sounded a little unnatural."Good, good girl. Let us eat before the food gets ready. Everyone has been busy the who
Chapter 120 Zelma POV… After seeing my sister, I was much more relieved and my tensed heart finally relaxed.I knew that Jared's parents were doing what was best for us and they will never do anything to harm me but regardless I was still considered new to this place. Having a familiar face around was the only thing that I needed."You guys talk but don't take too long. Zelma, you have to finish your makeup, the party will be starting soon." Jared said. I looked at him with grateful eyes as he dragged everyone outside the room, leaving only me and my sister.The moment I heard the door close from outside, I immediately threw myself at my sister without caring about anything."Sis, thank you for coming," I spoke, letting my tears flow freely on her shoulder. If someone asked me why I was crying, I would surely have nothing to say. I just wanted the moment I saw my sister enter the room. Maybe just missed her too much."It is okay. You need to be careful." My sister said, caressing
Chapter 119Jared POV…It was great that this little girl had graduated. We could finally go home and start our life. I have been with her for more than two months, from the time she started preparing her exams to the time she graduated. I left the pack matters to my father and I have never felt so relaxed in my life.My mother had been nagging for a long time so we had no choice but to take the next flight out of the city the moment the graduation ceremony ended.I wanted to celebrate with her but my mother said that they have organized everything so, we could only go back.It was not far from school to my home and we took approximately one hour on the plane. The driver was already waiting when we landed so we went home directly.“Why do I feel so nervous.” Zelma said and I looked at her.“Why are you feeling nervous? It is not like it is your first day going home!” I spoke.“I don’t know why I am feeling that way. My heart is just a little nervous.”“Just be yourself. You know how m
Chapter 118Zelma POV…I was busy with exams and graduation and before I realized it, one month had gone by in flash.I was sitting in the graduation square with Jared and other grandaunts. He had already graduated a year ago and he was just here accompany me.“I can’t believe that I am actually graduating. It feels like yesterday when I remember the first time I set foot in this school.” I lamented as I looked at my excited classmates. I had been here from primary to high school and now I was graduating.It was a little hard to part with people that I have known for years and I felt a sense of nostalgia, just thinking about how I will not be able to see them again.“I was only a little girl when I joined this school, but look at me, all grown up and about to receive my graduation certificate.” I spoke, looking at Jared who was sitting beside me with a calm look on his face.“Did you feel this excited when you were graduating last year?”“What was there to feel excited about? It was s
Chapter 117Lucien POV…After venting, I felt much better. But after looking at her eyes that were filled with guilty, I felt that I have done something wrong.Why would I reprimand her? I loved her so much that even seeing her frown made my heart hurt. wouldn’t I have just given in one last time. I know that she did not mean it but I could not keep my displeasure this time round.I have been looking forward to this day and I had not even gotten time to give her the surprise that I had prepared for her before it got ruined. I was just in a bad mood, and felt pretty bad about it.Seeing her throw herself at me and apologize, my anger dissolved to nothing. I have already pampered her to this stage, who else could I blame? I guess that I will just have to get used to it.I was about to say something when I heard her ask if she could make it up for it. I swallowed the words that I wanted to say swiftly and I looked at her in anticipation. I never imagined that she would be able to reflect
Chapter 116 Camilla POV… Hearing that my darling son missed me, I did not even have the zeal to travel the world anymore. I just wanted to fly to his side right at that moment.The next morning, I looked at Lucien who was all gloomy as we went to board our private plane. He did not seem very willing to go back, but what could I do when my heart had already flown to where my son was. I could not just say no to him when he already acted so cute."What's up?" I asked. He had been looking outside the car window on our way to the airport, not uttering even a single word."It's nothing." He said in a glum voice. He was clearly throwing a tantrum although he did not want to admit it."You look unhappy. Is it because our honeymoon was interrupted?""It is nothing." Seeing that he was not willing to talk about it, I stopped asking....The flight was very comfortable and we soon reached city N. When we arrived home, I immediately went to find my son for a hug without caring about anything.
Chapter 115Lucien POV…Having finally heard her say yes I do and seeing her bearing my family heirloom on her slender finger, I could finally firmly believe that she is mine, for life! It has been quite hectic ever since we met, a lot of things happening, but we could finally relax and enjoy a few days of happiness on our honeymoon.“What are you staring at?” I asked Camilla who was looking outside the window. It was already the morning of the following day and the weather was really great.“I can’t believe that we are officially husband and wife already,” she said. I had just come from the shower so I walked over while drying my hair.“I thought that you had already gotten used to the title already,” I said calmly, casually throwing the wet towel on the sofa in the room.“Yeah, but it still kind of feels different. I am now bearing your mark. Although it is not some kind of tattoo or something, it still symbolizes that we belong to each other.”“Did you want a tattoo?” I inquired.