ATHENA'S POVThe gardens of the pack unfolded before me, a sanctuary of tranquility amidst the bustling responsibilities that burdened my shoulders. The fragrant blooms painted the air with a sweet aroma and the dappling sunlight filtered through leaves, casting a serene warmth upon my skin. I took my time strolling leisurely past the floral bushes when amidst this haven, a subtle "psst" disrupted the peace, compelling me to turn and uncover the source.Incredulous, I spotted Oneka behind an oak tree, her mischievous eyes peering out. "Nicky?" I whispered, confusion marking my father's before I made sure that it was really her. Before comprehension could catch up with me, I found myself hastening to her side."What are you doing here?" I hissed, aware of a vigilant pack guard nearby. Oneka, urgency etched on her features, wasted no time in revealing the gravity of the situation. "We'll do the greetings later. Can we first go somewhere more private?"Nodding in agreement, we slipped be
ATHENA'S POV“Athena? What are you doing here? Who's this?” Xavier's voice cut through the day, stern and questioning, My eyes widened, and a shiver ran down my spine as fear slipped into my consciousness. Oneka and I exchanged uneasy glances, knowing we were caught in a moment that shouldn't have existed.The weight of his words hung in the air, and I struggled to find an explanation. The fear in me deepened, realizing the consequences of this unexpected encounter. My back was facing his so I couldn't see him yet. But I could feel him. Standing a few feet away. Taking in a deep breath, I finally collected myself to turn around and face him. His piercing gaze locked onto mine. The soft glow of the sun light reflected in his eyes, revealing a mix of surprise and confusion. "Athena, what's going on here?" His eyes stopped to at Oneka, taking her in as they narrowed further. “Xavier?” My voice came out week, but I held it back from trembling. “What are you doing here? Weren't you on
ATHENA'S POV“Oneka?” Cameron looked at her surprised. “What are you doing here? My eyes widened as Cameron's inquisitive eyes locked onto Oneka. “You two know each other?” Xavier asked, looking at Cameron. Oneka, standing beside me, masked her anxiety with a faint smile. I could feel her fear, mirroring my own. The room hung in an awkward silence as Cameron and Xavier exchanged glances. Panic surged within me, knowing that Cameron and Xavier were oblivious to her reality. I desperately wanted to shield her from their scrutiny. My fingers, unable to contain the turmoil within, nervously chewed on a nail. The silence that followed hung like a heavy fog, the unspoken question lingering in the air. Xavier's raised eyebrow hinted at skepticism, an uncertainty that threatened to unravel the fragile web of deception.“Cameron?” Oneka finally spoke after what felt like hours, were a few seconds. Cameron raised his eyebrow, and I could see that he was also excited to see Oneka in the pack w
ATHENA'S POVI paced nervously across the intricately patterned rug, the muted light of the chandeliers casting an ethereal glow. The room felt stiflingly silent as Xavier's orders echoed in my mind. Oneka was locked away in the private quarters and I couldn't shake the unsettling feeling gnawing at my insides.The rhythmic ticking of the clock intensified the gravity of the situation, each passing second heightening my anxiety. Xavier had gone as far as appointing guards outside the door. I tried using my Luna card, but it had been rendered useless by the adamant guards stationed outside Oneka's confines. Their stern expressions spoke volumes, conveying that their loyalty to the Alpha's command superseded any allegiance to me. I tried to reason with them, even used my Luna tone on them, but simply refused to let me see Oneka, saying clearly they were under strict orders by the Alpha, to especially not let me see her. The whole situation made me even more pissed. Was Xavier even serio
ATHENA'S POVThe air was tense as I stood there, facing Xavier, my eyes pleading with him to let me accompany him to the crucial "talking session" he was about to have with Oneka. It took persistent persuasion, a careful selection of words, and a touch of sincerity to finally break through his initial resistance. Xavier, normally stern and unyielding, reluctantly agreed to my request. The gravity of the situation was etched on his face, and I knew this was my only chance to get Oneka out of here.As we walked down the dimly lit hallway towards Oneka's residence, I could sense Xavier's apprehension. The atmosphere weighed heavy with the unspoken tension of the impending conversation. My mind raced with possibilities of what Xavier might ask Oneka, and I couldn't afford to miss a single detail. This 'talking session' held the key to decide Oneka's fate. There was no way Xavier could find out she was his half sister. He would immediately see it as a threat. Especially since he would thin
ATHENA'S POV My heart thudded against my ribcage in anticipation as Xavier kept glaring holes in Oneka's head. I was sure Oneka might be in a similar condition if not less. Xavier's face was completely blank. He gave absolutely no clue of what was going on in his head. His face remained expressionless and I had started chewing my lips in nervousness. What would happen? Would Xavier believe it? Would he let Oneka go? Or had he already guessed that she was lying all along? Would he question her further? Does he think that I am lying as well? Would he figure out the many loopholes that were left in the story? I knew he was smart, but just this time I wanted him to be the dumbest person on the planet. The silence in the room after Oneka's explanation was deafening to an extent I could hear the ticking of the clock. I slightly saw Oneka gulp under Xavier's gaze and he took his time to assess the situation and all the words he was fed with. I also felt guilty of hiding so much from my ma
ATHENA'S POV I stared at Cameron blankly, before my brows curled up in confusion. “Xavier sent you to what?” “He said I could take Oneka to my room. As in, he accepted her to be my mate. He has no issue with her being a rogue or not. He said everyone deserves a chance with their mates and won't stand in my way of happiness. Although he wished the circumstances would have been different. But he believes that Oneka could be trained with the rules of the pack. Besides, since she is your childhood friend, we won't be facing much problem with it anyways. And I'll make sure to keep her happy, always. I promise that t you Luna, your friend is in safe hands with me.”“What?” I looked at Cameron appalled. Not at his words. But I was rather confused and shocked that Xavier was so gullible. He actually bought everything Oneka explained to him. Could it really be that easy? I couldn't come to believe it. But that only means double trouble. Shit. Oneka can't go back now! Shit. She has to stay h
ONEKA'S POVThe air in Cameron's room felt heavy with tension as Athena gracefully exited, leaving me alone with Cameron, whose grip tightened as if he feared I might disappear if he let go. I couldn't help but curse Athena under my breath, resenting her for orchestrating this awkward encounter. My eyes darted to the closed door, my mind echoing with profanities directed at the goddess who had played a part in my current situation.Xavier's unexpected decision to let me stay in the pack,baffled me. I was so sure that he wouldn't take this decision. I had spun a web of lies, carefully crafting a story to gain their sympathy only to be forgiven for coming into the pack uninvited, yet I couldn't fathom why Xavier would actually allow me to stay. It contradicted everything I knew about him – a leader who never bent his rules for anyone. I questioned whether he truly believed my fabricated tale or if this was just an elaborate ploy to unravel the truth. We never know, that man was very cle