Aiden's POVI sat in my study, totally aware of what I had just done and although it wasn't planned, I couldn't help it. No one had ever spoken to me in that tone because no one dared to, and she herself had also never spoken to me in that manner as well. This was her first time coming at me like that so I should have given her a long rope and tolerated it because I knew she was angry and was probably unaware of her words but I was also angry and that was why I hit her. "There you go, justifying yourself— again!" "Who's there? Who are you?" "No one. I am you!" "What do you mean by that?""I'm that person you pay the least attention to and I'm the one you're most scared of." "I am not scared of anyone, I am an Alpha""Point of correction Aiden, you WERE an alpha. Not anymore." "How dare you say that to me with such boldness!?""How else am I supposed to say it? With fear and reverence? Aiden, I am you so there's little to nothing you can do about it!" "I refuse to be messed with
ISABELLA'S POV Aiden thought I was a fool, he thought I didn't know what I was doing which was to his own detriment. I needed to come up with a plan and I needed to do it fast. I didn't need it to be strategic, I just needed it to work. "How do you think your plan will work if it isn't strategic?" "Nope! Not today. We are definitely not doing this today." "Come on! Why not?" "Because your ways are gruesome and usually wrong." "But we…" "Nope! We do not make a good team, let alone a great one." "You're such a killjoy Bella." "And you're also a terrible part of me! You think the only way out of things is through illegitimate means but I don't believe we have to go that route." "No, no, no. You make me sound like a bad person. I don't always suggest illegal means." "Oh really? You want to know something?" "Yeah.." "Your way sounds good at first and then.." "You see! I knew that one day, you would admit that I make good suggestions." "You would have let me finish fir
Isabella's POV"You spoke of a cover, I thought you were going to change my appearance or something magical?""Didn't I?""I've been looking at myself in my rearview mirror and I can tell that I'm the same person.""Really?" "Uh–huh. I think your magic is broken." "Broken?" She let out a loud laugh "that's impossible, my magic can't break–No magic can break!""But yours is! I mean, I still look like regular old Isabella." "Well, just up ahead are Logan's men soo..""What do we do? I can't approach them looking like that!" "And you also can't turn around or else they are going to pursue you!" "Help me!" "I already did Isa! Learn to trust me! Now, stop fiddling around and drive like you own this car. Also, when you get there, A.C.T N.O.R.M.A.L!" "Good day officer.""Good day to you too miss. May I know where you're headed?""Uhm, we're on our way to Clear Crystal Pack.""We? You and who?" What did he mean by that question ‘me and’ who? I stylishly looked to my left and saw Mira s
Isabella's POV"Hello, Aiden? What's wrong? Wait what? So you called me to tell me that you don't know where the eggs are? Come on, you should know they're always kept in the refrigerator." I couldn't believe this man. He had grown so attached to me that he had become dependent on me for everything."You want me to walk you through cooking an egg? Okay. So do you want to fry or boil it? To fry, you place your pan on the fire, add a bit of oil and you crack it open into the pan. If you want sunny side up, when the underside of your egg is ready, you just get it out of the pan and into your plate and if you don't want it that way, go ahead to flip it once the side of the egg on the pan is ready." I rolled my eyes and wondered how it got this bad. "What? You need me to walk you through toasting bread as well?" I looked at Claire and her mum and asked them to give me a little more time."Okay Aiden, listen up. I was in a meeting before you called me and so immediately I tell you this, an
Isabella's POV I couldn't believe my ears. If Ava was the daughter of an Alpha and his queen, that only means that Ava was never an omega. I wasn't even sure if she knew that. This was a whole new twist to the story but how all this information was going to help was something I didn't know. "I have one more question to ask, and after that, I'll be done for the night." "Okay, go ahead and ask. We're listening, although Claire is going to do the answering." "How did you lose her?" "Ava had just entered junior high and was around eleven years of age if my memory serves me right and I had just entered high school so we were no longer together. Apparently, the bullies had reduced taunting and hurting her and by the time she was in seventh grade, she had friends that were not me. Looking back, we were very happy she was adapting and making new friends but we were just as blinded as she was. On a few occasions, her ‘friends’ would come over here to visit her and we would entertain them
Aiden's POVWas that what I thought it was, the sound of a car coming into the driveway? There was one person that had access to where we lived, and that was my mate. I was excited that she was back home, but I also wasn't expecting her back home as fast as this."Babe, I'm home!"I closed the book I was reading and went upstairs to meet her. I had a few things to tell her because I had discovered new things while she was away, but first, I had to find out how her trip went."My love," she turned around and ran into my already outstretched arms. "I missed you.""I missed you too, Aiden. How are you? How did you cope? Have you eaten?""Whoa, slow down. Those are a lot of questions, so where do you want me to start answering from?""You can start from the last question. Have you eaten?""Not today, I haven't. I ate toasted bread the whole of yesterday, and now, I don't even want to see bread for the whole of next week.""You see, if you had learned to cook, you wouldn't have had to go t
LOGAN'S POV"I missed you Logan.""I missed you more, my love. Alphonso asked his wife to keep you company on my behalf, and I was supposed to tell you, but I forgot.""Yeah, she came in a day after you guys left, and I must say, she really is a good person. She and I have become friends already. She's my first friend here.""I know, and I'm happy to hear that you both are getting along pretty well. Now that I'm back, it's time for you to officially begin your duties as queen.""I know. Anabelle briefed me a bit on that, and I must say, they are a lot. Logan, I'm scared. This is something I haven't done before. The only thing I know how to run is a clinic and not a kingdom.""I know you're scared. It's okay to be afraid because that fear is the proof that you're doing a great thing. Besides, I'm here, and you have Anabelle as well as Alphonso with you. We're here to help you through every process, and I'm sure you'll get the hang of it in no time at all.""You have such a huge faith i
Ava's POVAs the sun began to set on the horizon, the anticipation was building within me for the evening summit. I had carefully selected every aspect of my attire and appearance to make the strongest impression possible. The gown I chose was a masterpiece - a cascade of midnight blue silk that flowed around me like a gentle breeze. Intricate lace in subtle patterns adorned the luxurious fabric, whispering elegance with every movement. A short train extended from the back, trailing behind me like a celestial comet streaking across the night sky. My accessories were understated yet impactful. A pair of dangling sapphire earrings caught the light with every turn of my head, their deep blue color matching my gown perfectly. A delicate silver bracelet encircled my wrist, its intricate design sparkling as if tiny stars had been set into the metal. When it came to makeup, I opted for a classic yet bold look that would accentuate my natural features. A smoky eye blended shades of deep blu
Ava’s POVThere was a fight outside, and after a while, the basement doors swung open."Are you okay, ma'am?" Alphonso asked.It was Alphonso.Alphonso said he got some signals from Logan and followed them, leading them here."How did he do that, I thought...""That doesn't matter right now, please. Let's get Logan to the hospital ASAP.""Sure, ma'am, we will."Alphonso then gave instructions to the other guards. "Secure the pathway outside. We are bringing the Alpha out."Alphonso then assured me that I shouldn't worry; Logan would be fully fine.They rushed Logan to the hospital, and his heart was barely beating. I felt really sad and scared, thinking about the worst.Aiden's messed-up plan had put us in a tough spot, and Logan got hurt a lot because I was involved. I promised myself I wouldn't forgive me if Logan didn't make it.As they took Logan to the hospital in a hurry, my mind was all over the place with feelings of guilt and hope. The results of what we did were tough, and I
Ava’s POVAiden, still perched on the stool, smiled smugly. "Did you think I would let you walk away so easily after bringing Logan here?"Ava's surprise was palpable. "Wasn't our deal to make Logan confess his crimes?" she questioned, her disbelief evident.Aiden's laughter echoed through the room. "Oh, my dear Ava, you were a pawn in a much larger game. Our plans went beyond what you could see. We were using you all along."Ava's eyes widened, a mixture of shock and anger contorting her expression. She struggled against the guards, attempting to break free from the invisible chains that held her."No," she exclaimed, desperation lacing her voice. "This can't be happening."Isabella, Aiden's partner in deception, approached Ava from behind. "Oh, dear Ava, you were so blinded by your anger that you failed to see the bigger picture. We never intended to set you free. You were merely a means to an end."Ava's world crumbled around her as the realization sank in. Aiden and Isabella had m
Logan’s POV In a fit of rage, I tightened my grip on Aiden, my desire for answers overwhelming me. "Tell me the truth, Aiden! What have you done to Ava?" I snarled, my patience wearing thin. Aiden, still chuckling, managed to straighten his disheveled shirt. "What if I told you those triplets are yours?" he sneered, reveling in my shock. I recoiled, disbelieving. "That's a lie! Ava would never have an affair with a bastard like you!" I retorted, my blood boiling. Aiden's laughter only intensified. "Oh, but Logan, what if we hear it from the horse's mouth?" he teased, his words dripping with malicious intent. In a blind rage, I drew a knife, the metallic glint reflecting the anger in my eyes. "You're lying!" I growled, my voice low and menacing. Aiden, seemingly unafraid, continued to taunt me. "What if Ava herself confirmed it? What if she admitted that those triplets are a product of our secret affair?" he jeered, the revelation slicing through me like a knife. Rage consumed m
Logan’s POVI tried hard to break free from the ropes, feeling them scratch my skin. They held me like strong chains, keeping me stuck in this strange place. I pulled and pulled, hoping to get away from this scary situation.The room was so quiet, and it made me feel trapped. It wasn't a nice quiet; it felt like something scary was hiding in the air. But I didn't want to be scared. I needed to stay calm and figure out how to leave.The room was really cold, and it gave me shivers. I wanted a clue or a sign to help me understand why I was here. But the flickering candle just made weird shapes on the walls, like they were dancing.Time went by really slowly, and my head hurt a lot. I needed to think clearly and get out of this mess. "Stay calm, Logan," I told myself quietly. Even though the dark room felt heavy, I didn't want it to make me feel too scared. I listened hard, hoping to hear something that could help, but it stayed quiet, keeping its secrets.The candle's dim light showed t
Logan’s POVThe pain was all over me, like being stung by a bunch of bees at once. My body felt all shaky, and I could taste blood in my mouth. I couldn't let them win, though. Not for me, but for my wife, Ava. I had to show them I was stronger than they thought by getting up.It was like, "Come on, Logan, you can do this." I tried to get up, even though the ground was hard and my body felt heavy. I could see fuzzy forms moving as the world spun around me. There was talk, but it sounded like whispers from far away. "Ava needs me," I groaned. I can't let them keep me down." The pain was like a fire burning inside me, but I focused on my love for my wife. I had to get back on my feet. One of the guys—the one with the sneer—kicks me in the stomach with his foot. I gasped for air, feeling like all the wind got knocked out of me. I fell back to the ground, my body hurting all over. "You won't break me," I whispered to myself, trying to find power in those words. The men were laughing no
Logan’s POVI couldn't shake the unease settling in the pit of my stomach as I glanced once more at the mysterious man across the room. Ava's laughter and the clinking of utensils against plates filled the air, but my attention was fixated on the stranger, who seemed to be deliberately avoiding eye contact this time.Ava noticed the shift in my demeanor and reached across the table to gently touch my hand. "Logan, you seem really distant. Are you sure everything's okay?"I forced myself to smile, appreciating Ava's concern. "Yeah, just lost in thought. You know how it is sometimes." I didn't want to worry her further, but the weight of the unknown pressed on me.Ava studied me for a moment before nodding. "Okay, if you say so. But if there's anything you want to talk about, I'm here."Taking a deep breath, I decided to confide in Ava, albeit cautiously. "Actually, I did see someone earlier. A guy who seems to be watching us. It's probably nothing, but it's got me a bit on edge."Ava's
Ava’s POVI couldn't help but marvel at the grandeur of the 5-star hotel as Logan and I stepped out of our car. The lobby was adorned with glittering chandeliers, and the marble floors reflected the soft glow of ambient lighting. The atmosphere exuded luxury and sophistication."Wow, this place is wonderful," I exclaimed, my eyes wide with awe.Logan nodded in agreement, a hint of a smile playing on his lips. "I know, right?" he said. "They have a really nice view, and their services are top-notch.""That's why I brought us here, babe," I replied with a grin, taking Logan's hand as we began walking towards the entrance of the hotel. The valet attendant quickly took charge of our car, allowing us to focus on the elegance that surrounded us."Hmm, that's nice," Logan remarked, glancing around as we entered the lobby.I continued to admire the opulence of the hotel, my gaze drawn to the artwork on the walls and the stylish furnishings. As we approached the reception desk, a friendly conc
Logan’s POV Considering the question, I replied, "I thought about that too. I'll make sure to assign some of the pack chiefs and guards to assist him. That way, the workload won't be too much for him to handle." Ava nodded, appreciating the plan. "That's a thoughtful approach, Logan. It's good to consider everyone's well-being." Feeling a sense of relief, I continued, "Yeah, I want to make sure everyone is taken care of, especially during our absence." Ava's eyes lit up. "Well, it sounds like you've got everything under control, Logan. Now, I can't wait to spend this coming vacation with you and our little one." I smiled, knowing that Ava was looking forward to the vacation as much as I was. "It's going to be amazing, Ava. "It's the perfect time for us to relax and enjoy some quality family moments." Ava, suddenly more lighthearted, asked, "So now, what hotel are we selecting?" She scrolled through her tablet, searching for the perfect place. I chuckled, "Well, let's go for some
Logan’s POVI propped myself up on my elbow, looking down at Ava. "What if we take a vacation, just the two of us? A break from all the stress and responsibilities," I suggested.She raised an eyebrow, intrigued by the idea. "A vacation? That sounds tempting. Where do you have in mind?" I asked.Ava grinned, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "How about a cozy cabin in the mountains? A place where we can disconnect from the pack and work, just focus on each other, and recharge."I considered the idea, a smile playing on my lips. "You know, that doesn't sound like a bad idea at all. We both need a break. The pack and work have been weighing us down lately."Ava nodded in agreement. "Exactly! We deserve some time for ourselves. It's been so stressful, and I can see it's taking a toll on you too.""A cozy cabin in the mountains does sound tempting, Ava," I said, my brow furrowed with thoughtful consideration. "But you know the pack needs someone around, especially with the threats we're