RICK'S POVI decided for dinner with Anna, I wanted to make it up to her that I wasn't annoyed with her or whatsoever. I know my actions this morning hurt her so badly, and I accept my faults.She deserves the best. She deserves an apology.I noticed Olivia wasn't serving as she used to, I grew suspicious of her absence. She should be here, knowing of my return. “Why is Olivia not here?” I asked Anna.She shrugged her shoulders, making a face of ‘I don't seem to care.’ “Well, I haven't seen her since you left this morning. Maybe it's because I'm not you, she doesn't seem to value me that much. But then… who cares?”There was something about her reply. Of course I know Anna to be the nagging type of person, she would have complained about her even before I thought of asking. But her showing an I don't care attitude seems strange.Could it be that she has come to terms with caring less about Olivia? Did my words hit her hard?I hope so.I waved off the thoughts of Olivia, focusing on t
RICK'S POVIt's been two weeks now. Two weeks with Olivia avoiding me. I tried to know why, but she kept pushing me away. I've done everything in my power to see that she's happy and safe, but for so many reasons best known to her, she preferred to give me a long spoon.The last time I asked her why, what she said to me almost gave me a cardiac arrest. I wouldn't have minded hearing those words from a different person, but since it was coming from her, I couldn't explain how it felt.“Whatever happened between us that night was a mistake. I only let you touch me because I needed someone, I needed something to distract me, and you were the only available figure at the moment. That doesn't mean I love you, I can never have any feelings for someone like you. You're nothing but a monster, you're a beast.”I knew she does hate me, but the confidence in her to have said that spoke a lot. I could tell she was scared, she was threatened to do so.I don't want to believe it was Anna's doing, b
OLIVIA'S POV“Why does he keep troubling my life?” I muttered to myself, growing increasingly uncomfortable with his persistent intrusion into my life, as if I'm obligated to love him.I don't know why he was making it look like we are meant to be or something. I don't like him, isn't that enough to let him know that I don't need him in my life?I might have had feelings for him before but that doesn't mean I have feelings for him now. I can't even imagine myself loving him, not after all he's done. Not after watching him kill that maid, which alone is a thousand reasons why I can't even let him in my life.Now he thinks I am avoiding him. I mean why not? Because of him, Anna almost ruined my life, she gave me the worst torture I have ever had in my years of existence.After facing such pain, who in her rightful sense would think of loving someone with a she-devil he calls a girlfriend? Definitely not me.I was pacing at one part of the hallway while my mind roamed with thoughts. I si
OLIVIA'S POVI scrubbed the floor furiously, trying my best to keep the toilet as clean as ever. As I kept working, a sudden wave of dizziness swept over me, causing me to pause. My eyes grew heavy, my limbs weak. I couldn't ignore the overwhelming fatigue that consumed me at that moment. Reluctantly, I abandoned what I was cleaning and sank to the floor beside the water system toilet."Oh, God! What the hell is wrong with me?" I rubbed my face frustratedly.I can't remember the last time I ever felt sick. That was years ago. But since all I've been doing for these past few weeks is to work my ass out, it's definitely going to be a fever.I couldn't even get myself to stand up, it's as if I had lost my strength. I just wanted to remain this way, but then, I couldn't get myself to sit any longer before. I forced myself to stand up but fell. My breath increased. I couldn't help it, the weakness persisted, leaving me powerless to continue. Taking a deep breath, I tried to steady myself
RAVEN'S POV{Three Months Later…}I sat on my throne seat, listening as the elders made their report. My mind wasn't in what they were saying as I couldn't get myself to concentrate. It's been three months and yet, Sophia hasn't gotten pregnant.I was tired and devastated, and I wanted to leave this place. But it would be unwise of me to walk without a reason. Instead, I asked them to leave.“You all should leave, we'll have this conversation tonight.” “At what time, sir?” The chief elder asked.“I'll inform you when. For now, I want to be left alone.” “Alright, sir.” I watched them leave the room one after the other.I couldn't think straight sitting on my throne chair, I had to stand up, hoping it would help. This month just made it three fucking months, and I can't stand to be proud of myself before the people.And alpha king without an heir? This was one reason why I broke up with Olivia, because she couldn't conceive despite the countless times we've slept together.Now, I thou
RAVEN'S POVAfter she had had her dinner, I discussed with her about the idea of visiting the hospital. At first, she felt uncomfortable with the idea, but I had to convince her that it was the best for us.“Alright.” She agreed.When morning came, we were already up. She seemed even more concerned about visiting the hospital than I was, and she kept hurrying me to be fast or more patients would crowd the hospital.If she was this concerned, why did she act like she hated the idea the previous night? “I thought you hated the idea of meeting the doctor?”“Me?” She pointed at herself. “I never said I don't like the idea of meeting a doctor. I mean, I do wanna see a doctor but… I was only surprised you thought of the idea first.”“That’s because I am worried, Sophia. It's already a year and… we don't have a child of our own.”“I understand you, and I do feel the same way. I just… I can't question fate for putting us in such a situation.”“That is why I have made up my mind to involve wi
RICK'S POVI was with the elders when Isaac, my bodyguard, walked in. “Alpha.” He called. There was a sudden silence as all eyes turned to look at him. “Yes, I'm listening.” I said, giving him a go ahead.“It's a message from our spy in the Dark Moon Pack.” He reported. On hearing the Dark Moon Pack, I felt interested to know.“Go ahead.”“Lately, he's been feeling depressed. The spy did say that for the first time he visited the hospital.”“Hospital?” I repeated to be sure. “What was he doing in the hospital?”“He didn't go alone, he was accompanied by his Luna. So, from what he overheard, Alpha Raven had gone to visit a consultant concerning the issue of not having a child yet.”I burst out laughing. I had no idea he wasn't a father yet, I mean… he did mocked me for not having a mate yet, so I was going to do the same to him.I know doing so would definitely get to him harder than it had gotten to me. I'm definitely going to show him what it means to stay out of other people's pers
OLIVIA'S POVOh, it's been two days since Anna traveled. It's been a relief to me since she left, and I've been thankful for that.She said she was going to come back after a day, but it's two fucking days already. Just this morning, I overheard Alpha Rick asking her where she was and why she hadn't returned as said.I couldn't hear what her reply was but from his response, I knew she had given another excuse to him. And I'm certain he must have believed her. “Have you guys noticed anything since the last two days?” Stella asked Victory and I.“What did you notice?” Victory and I asked in unison.Least I forget, Victory and I are back to being friends. We've understood our differences, we've let bygones be bygones. Now… we're back to being cool. Though, he did say why he was acting that way, and I understand.I really do. It's natural to feel this way towards people, especially to your opposite gender.“Ever since the mistress left, the pack house has been quiet.”“I was thinking I w
JESSICA Murmurs spread through the wolves and Lycans, and I could see some of Blake’s men lowering their stance, unsure of what to do next. Even Priscilla seemed uncertain now, and the Lycan King, though standing tall, yet he looked more cautious than he had before.“What do you want?” Raven asked. He wasn’t one to easily trust, and neither was I, but something about this figure made it hard to doubt its power.“To end this needless war,” the figure replied, its eyes now fixed on the Lycan King. “Your thirst for revenge has led you astray. And you, Blake, have let your past cloud your judgment.”Blake bristled at the words. I could feel the tension radiating off him, but he stayed silent, waiting for the figure to continue.“You all fight for reasons rooted in pain and loss,” the figure said, its gaze now on Priscilla, Antonio, and the rest of us. “But the moon does not favor endless violence. There must be balance.”I felt a sudden peace in me, but was tinged with fear. What would h
JESSICAThe fight was chaotic, with an endless clash of fangs, claws, and blood all over the ground. Just when I thought we were gaining the upper hand, things seemed to have shifted a bit. I saw Priscilla step forward, her eyes locked on Blake. My stomach twisted. All I could see in her was revenge. Revenge. It had swallowed her whole.I couldn’t just stand by and watch. I had to do something.I ran toward Priscilla, trying to reach her through the bond we once had. I pushed my thoughts into her mind, pleading with her to stop. *Don’t do this, Priscilla. It doesn’t have to be this way.* But she didn’t even flinch. Her mind was closed off, her heart totally consumed by rage. She was too far gone.Before I knew it, I grabbed her arm, trying to pull her away, but that only made things worse. She jerked around, her eyes burned with fury. And then, out of nowhere, the Lycan King appeared, moving so fast that I barely saw him coming. He smacked me hard across the face, and everything went
JESSICA The morning was quiet, but I could feel the tension in the air. Today was the day—the day of the war we had all been preparing for. Blake had met with Alpha Raven the day before, and they promised to fight with us. Not just Raven, but another wolf clan that was a close friend of his had joined in too. Seeing how determined they were gave me some comfort, even though the fear of what was to come still weighed heavily on me.Blake’s men were already gathered, standing at attention, waiting for his orders. I stood beside him, my heart racing, but I knew I had to stay strong. This was the moment Blake had promised me—fighting alongside him, just like he said we would.Beside him was Lyra, he had also made her the same promise. Even though she tried to play courageous with the smile on her face, I could tell she was shit scared like I was.Then the alarm went off. The knight watcher signaled that Antonio and the Lycan pack were on their way. My breath caught in my throat. This wa
JESSICA The door creaked open behind me, and I didn’t need to turn to know who it was. Blake’s scent, that familiar mix of warmth and safety, wrapped around me as he stepped closer. “Jessica,” his voice was soft, yet I could feel the cling of sleep in his tone. “What’s wrong? You’re shaking.”I hadn’t even noticed my body trembling. I tried to pull myself together, but I knew he could sense it. He always could. I forced myself to look up at him, his eyes still sleepy but alert now, searching mine for answers."I'm fine." I lied. "I couldn't sleep anymore so I thought I should get some air. Besides, the guards are everywhere, you need not to worry. You should go back to sleep."He sighed, crossing his arms around his chest. "How am I supposed to go back to sleep when you're not on the bed?" I looked at him, and we both chuckled. "I can wait until you feel sleepy."That was one habit of Blake, he wasn't ready to give up on me no matter how minor or major the situation may be."It's re
JESSICAI felt my heart sink after hearing what the spy had said. Antonio had made it so obvious after speaking to someone over the phone, his laughter filled the air so it was loud enough for the spy to have eavesdropped on him.It hurt me that it was at this point Priscilla was being silly and stubborn. I don't know what her master had done to her, but whatever it is, I wouldn't let her have her way. I don't care if it would cost my own life, I wouldn't sit and watch her hurt my man.I welcomed nature with the purpose of meeting Priscilla at least for the last time. I knew I was disobeying Blake's order not to meet her again since she had made up her mind. Somehow, I believe there could be a chance for hope.The dream was so vivid, so real that when I saw her, standing there in the distance, my stomach dropped. "Priscilla." That name tasted like poison on my tongue. She didn’t look surprised when I called her out, anger burning in my chest as I stormed toward her. "Priscilla!" I sh
PRISCILLAIt was a week before Deluca finally came to a conclusion on the day to attack. Though it wasn't fixed yet, it was something he assumed to be. I was more than excited that I wouldn't have to wait any longer than I have. I didn’t see the need to attend Deluca’s meeting with his friends. We had already gone over every detail of the plan. Besides, the thought of sitting through hours of more discussion felt like a waste of time. So, I stayed back in my room, but as the night dragged on, I couldn’t deny how restless I was becoming. How long were they going to talk? It's been since morning, weren't they tired already? I can't even imagine myself sitting for hours, not to talk about talking for more than five hours over a particular conversation.I paced for a bit, trying to distract myself, but eventually ended up lying on my bed, waiting for Deluca to return. I kept glancing at the door, hoping to hear his footsteps. But he never came, and the heaviness of the day slowly lulle
JESSICAI felt strange, this time it was a different feeling. I could tell Priscilla was happy, and in a good mood. I wouldn't say I didn't like it but... the happiness felt kinda strange."What's wrong?" Blake asked."I need to dream.""What?" Aria looked at me like I had gone crazy."Yes, I need to dream. I need to see Priscilla right now.""But it's still morning." She said, "I mean, you can't see her except if you both are sleeping, right?""Shit." I cursed under my breath. That was the fucking truth. If I need to speak to Priscilla, we both have to be asleep."Do you feel like she's in trouble or something?" Blake asked and I looked at him. How am I to answer him when I can't even tell my actual feelings right now."No. I can only feel her excitement right now." He raised an eyebrow like he wasn't expecting that answer from me."You should be happy." He added."Yes, I should. But this happiness comes with something different and I need to figure out what it is."I never knew how
PRISCILLAWhat?!I mentally screamed and before I could know it, he had grabbed my lips into his. I felt my adrenaline rise in want, and I couldn't hold back the desire to kiss him back. As much as I wanted to fight him off, I found myself succumbing to his temptation.His hand moved to the back of my neck, pulling my face closer. While his other hand held my waist, causing our body to meet, my chest resting against his. And for some reason, I wished I wasn't this bursty.This man was all charming, and no matter how hard I tried to resist him, I just couldn't. I felt weak in his arms, and the way he touched me was way too strong than my resistance. And I can't do anything but give up trying."You know," He muttered between the kisses. "I love it when you fill your thoughts about me." I knew well, he was aware I was thinking so much about him. But him asking me minutes ago was like he was playing the innocent man who doesn't read everyone's mind."So, I'm gonna make every thought you t
PRISCILLAIt was a hot morning. I couldn't believe the sun would shine this bright at such an hour of the day. I learned Antonio was paying Deluca a visit, I knew my anger would get a better hold of me so I decided to remain in my room for the rest of the day.I went to my wardrobe to search for something to wear. Or maybe, I can just take a drive outside to one of the eateries, rather than sharing the same air with an enemy. That was a perfect idea, and I was going to stick with it.I laid my clothes on the bed, and that was when Ivy, my maid, was showing up. Always late when needed. "Ma'am, your meal is ready." She walked in with my breakfast."Just drop it on the table." I said,She did so. "Anything else I can do for you?" She asked."No. I have everything done already." I walked into the bathroom. I just don't know how to get her changed to someone better. I have tried everything and yet she still seems dull to my liking.I heard the sound of the door closing, I let out a sigh b