Tabitha's POV "Are you outta your fucking mind?! That was your flesh and blood, too!" I grabbed his collar with both hands, feeling my wolf's fangs punch through my gums, sprouting out. Sensing my rage, Crystal roared inside me. Derek's words tore my heart into pieces. Losing the baby had always been the biggest regret and trauma. And he was the one behind it? How could he do this to me? Faced with my anger, Derek unleashed his full Alpha aura, forcing Crystal to curl up. But I wasn't scared at all. Trying my best to resist, I snarled, looking him in the eye, "I'll never forgive you!" "Same." With that, he took his Alpha aura back and strode out. Once his scent was gone, I collapsed onto the ground, completely drained. It clicked why Derek'd been capricious for the past year. And why he sometimes looked at me as if I was a stranger. All these reports scattered on the ground were the result of Derek's efforts this whole year. I bet his initiative motive was to prov
Tabitha's POV Kyrian's fondness for me threw me for a loop. He was the baby of my foe, but I just couldn't bring myself to hate him. So I simply grimaced to spook him. But he wasn't afraid at all. Just giggled his heart out. "Mommy," he called out again, reaching out like he wanted a cuddle. Just as I was on the fence about it, hurried footsteps sounded from behind. "What are you up to?!" I spun around and saw Daphne. With a wary look, heading straight for the stroller. Then she scooped up Kieran real quick and checked him from head to toe. Kieran, hating her touch, batted his chunky arms right in her face. I swore I saw a hint of impatience flash across her face. Seriously? Call herself a mother! After handing Kieran over to the Omega beside her, she scolded, all worked up, "Alpha Derek asked you to care of Kieran, and now look what you've done? Why the hell did you bring him here? If some creep hurt him, Alpha Derek's definitely gonna banish you!" The Omega expl
Derek's POV I strode out of the pack house, leaving Tabitha behind. For I knew if I stayed for one more second, I would take her in my arms. Just now, she looked so heartbroken and desperate. It brought a lump to my throat, and Leo was on the verge of a breakdown. Before I knew it, I walked to Zack's old place. It'd been empty for ages, but I had the pack's Omega clean it regularly. So it was still looking neat. Planting myself at the table, I fixed my gaze on the old family photos of Zack's. It was the only way I could beat down the huge guilt I felt about Tabitha. "Fuck! Derek!" Leo was losing it. "I had to," I told him. "Our mate's all that matters, you idiot," Leo growled. "Why did you lie to Tabitha? You didn't mean to kill her baby. Why not spill about what went down that day?" "Enough, Leo..." I sighed in my head. "I want her to hate me. I did hurt her, no?" "But you love her, and you never want to hurt her," Leo's spirit seemed deeply wounded, so it got listle
Tabitha's POV In the cab, I covered my abdomen the whole time, trying to stop the bleeding and avoid arousing the driver's suspicion. Finally, I returned to the Black Thorn Pack. Thank God I had put on a jacket when I left home. Or the pack guards'd definitely notice the blood on my shirt. Biting back the pain, I rushed to the Alpha villa. After taking off my coat, I walked to the bathroom with a first-aid kit. Good thing that my wound had been healing fine, so this attack only caused minor bleeding. I didn't need to go to Orson. I rinsed the blood off my clothes real good before tossing them into the washing machine. After handling all that, I threw myself on the bed, trying to get some rest. The dull pain in my abdomen got me a bit agitated. Well, not exactly. Vilda was the real cause. Just when I was onto a clue, she came out and rendered all my effort pointless. Damn it! I couldn't help recalling Vilda's image. Her clothes were all ragged and wrecked. If s
Tabitha's POV "You're unbelievable!" Hearing Derek's words, I realized that he had been out of his mind. Yet he looked miserable, his pupils flickering with golden light. That was his wolf struggling, trying to take over his body. Then he accidentally touched my wound and tore it open. Fresh blood seeped through my clothes immediately. "Crystal!" I shouted in my mind. Crystal finally responded to me and took control of my body right away. My claws reached out for Derek's wrist, releasing my intimidating Luna aura. Derek was shocked at first, but soon came to his senses. He withdrew his hand stiffly slowly. I collapsed onto the ground the next minute. Derek took a step closer, intending to check my wound. But I backed away immediately, staring at him with caution. "You got hurt?" Derek's voice was hoarse as he stared at my blood-soaked clothes. I stood up from the ground quickly and went to grab my jacket. As I walked past him and headed towards the door, Der
Tabitha's POV While waiting for Gloria, I noticed a car stopped not far from me. Derek must have come to his sense and come here for me now," I thought to myself. Just as I thought, Derek rushed out of his car, looking around the surroundings as if searching for something. He then strode towards me. I stood still, my fingers tugging at my clothes nervously. I held my breath as his footsteps sounded louder and louder. I'm not gonna go back to the Black Thorn Pack no matter how.' The ground creaked as his leather shoes stepped on it. But the creaking sound disappeared suddenly. I waited for a few seconds, until the sound disappeared into the distance. I breathed a sigh of relief after realizing that he didn't see me at all. "Don't forget you're mates." Crystal's soft voice echoed in my mind, catching me off guard. "What do you mean?" "Leo just spoke to me. But I didn't respond," Crystal replied. If Leo could sense Crystal, how could Derek possibly didn't notice
Tabitha's POV"It's hard. Gloria, my mind tells me to stay away from him. But the bond between us says another," I said calmly.After being rejected, werewolves stood a chance to meet their second mate. Yet it was extremely rare.I didn't think I would be that lucky.And even if I did run into my second mate, would I still believe in him?Once, I was so certain that the mate bond would bring me closer to Derek, and that we would love each other for a lifetime.Yet the reality proved me wrong. For Elena's sake, my mate didn't hesitate to go against me.I lost my baby, and my wound wasn't healing. My wolf was so weak that I could hardly shift, and my father was still in a coma.Gloria wiped away her tears and leaned against me. She held my hand with both of hers, and I could feel the warmth of her palms.I smiled gratefully and said, "Don't worry. The mate bond affects both me and him. He's done so much digging cuz he was trying to prove that Elena's death had nothing to do with my dad.
Derek's POVWhen Tabitha arrived, I had already been waiting at the entrance of the council chamber for a while.There was no one else there but me.Before she even approached, Leo had already sensed her, and he kept affecting me.As her light footsteps sounded, I opened my eyes and turned my head.Tabitha wrapped herself with a gray coat and a hat on her head.I couldn't help but start reminiscing, wondering if Tabitha used to be like this, not able to handle the cold.As she stopped a few feet away from me, I fixed my gaze on her face.She looked extremely pale, and her lips were slightly cracked. From a distance, she appeared even thinner than I had remembered.My gaze shifted downward, and I couldn't help but look at her belly.I was worried about her wound. She bled a lot last night, and I didn't know if it had healed now.But I knew that I was in no position to ask.A month ago, Tabitha suddenly agreed to be rejected.Yet we didn't have the chance to conduct the ceremony, though
Third person's POVZander's words made even the eloquent Ambrose turn to look at him. "What did you say?""Dad, Derek was caught in the explosion, and there's been no sign of him since. It's highly likely that he's passed away," Zander said, delivering the harsh truth in the gentlest tone possible.Everyone present was stunned. Although Derek had been based in Seattle for years, his status and position were unquestionable.If he were dead now, wouldn't all the family fortune
Third person's POVPhoebe was crying so hard she could barely catch her breath. Between sobs, she said, "Ambrose, I thought that once you divorced, if I raised Zander well and managed the household, your father would eventually see my sincerity. But after all these years, we're still outsiders. Let's just go. We're not welcome here."Ambrose was brimming with anger at Phoebe's instigation, even though Andrea hadn't said anything yet.As he helped Zander up, he blurted out, "Why are you leaving? If anyone should be leaving, it's them!"
Third person's POVThe dinner party was going pretty smoothly, but now the atmosphere had suddenly gotten tense.Tabitha was cramping so badly that she couldn't even speak.Her face was as pale as a sheet, and her body slightly trembled. She tightly clutched her stomach with one hand, trying to ease the excruciating pain.Andrea was sitting on the sidelines, planning to enjoy the spectacle, since she didn't have much fondness for Phoebe and Zander.
Tabitha's POVUpon hearing this familiar voice, I instinctively furrowed my brow.It was Zander again.I lifted my head and looked at him with annoyance. "What?"This guy was wearing a white suit today, and coupled with his handsome appearance, he appeared to be a charming gentleman in the eyes of others.But only I knew that beneath his seemingly glamorous appearance, there was a malicious he
Third person's POVTime seemed to be frozen at this moment, and everyone was amazed by the two women's beauty.Tabitha looked as vibrant and captivating as a tulip, while Andrea looked as delicate and cool as a daisy.When Ambrose saw this, his fingers holding the champagne tightened subconsciously, and he felt it was a bit unbelievable.After all, the Andrea in front of him now looked completely different from that in his memory.
Third person's POVAndrea had picked out a dress for Tabitha. Different from her dark green gown, Tabitha's was a moonlight white, complemented by Australian white pearls and the exclusive bracelet of the Greenwood family's leading lady. Tabitha looked like a gorgeous and prosperous flower blooming among the people in it.It was Phoebe's first time attending the Greenwood family's dinner for the first time as the hostess.Her attire was like that of a jewelry spokesperson as if she was afraid others wouldn't know she was rich.
Third person's POVDerek hurried through the night, not feeling any bit of fatigue despite the late hour.The thought of capturing the culprit and living happily with Tabitha spurred him on to rush to Seaside Road as quickly as possible.Cars sped through the darkness. Dozens of vehicles were on the way, along with hundreds of people, had already surrounded the entire villa, leaving no way out.Derek stepped out of the car in haste and ran towards the villa.
Third person's POVDerek lifted his finger and said, "Let's go. Keep in touch.""Understood," replied Rolf.He led several pack guards and swiftly disappeared. However, Derek showed no excitement, his face remaining calm.After several encounters with Bloodrose, Derek found him to be extremely meticulous.To win, he had to ensure nothing was left to chance.
Third person's POVJust as Black Fox had described, the North Star encompassed a diverse array of individuals.Not all of them were highly skilled in combat. Some served as eyes and ears, while others acted as intermediaries.Some were responsible for preliminary work, while others executed missions.Soon, Adrian was under control.Under Derek's coercion and temptation, Adrian could only revea