Karyna’s POV I woke up the next morning, feeling tired and overall drained. I didn’t want to get up if I was being honest. But I had to. “Ugh,” I groaned, forcing my body out of bed. I sluggishly walked to the bathroom, where I managed to bathe and brush my teeth. Then I wrapped a Hello Kitty Pink towel around myself and walked out, trying to plan my day. I had only a class today, in the afternoon, but I didn’t feel like going at all. Slipping into a pair of dark blue jeans and a simple cream sweatshirt that has a graphic of Naruto pasted on the front, I paired the outfit with my Adidas samba and I was satisfied with my look. I grabbed my Hermés Birkin bag, and then began to count the rest of the cash I had left. It was enough for today, but it was going to dwindle at the end of the day. As Adam had promised, he gave me money in exchange for the gold. I spent a hefty amount of what I exchanged on the unfortunate housewarming party I threw a few days back. Thankfully, it was
Henri’s POV I sat behind my desk, tapping my feet against the carpeted floor restlessly. I felt so irritable and confused. Why wouldn’t I be? Karyna has dominated my thoughts, her absence a gaping hole I couldn't ignore. It wasn't merely guilt weighing on me now; it was an insatiable longing to see her, to feel her presence beside me once more. But she remained elusive, a ghost haunting the edges of my consciousness. No one has heard from her for the last fourteen days. Not even her best friend, Sophia. She hasn't been able to contact her either. Apparently, they were supposed to meet up the day she disappeared. I went to her apartment a handful of times, in hopes of seeing her, but she wasn't there. She just vanished. Like smoke. Even the men Julian hired to look after her said that they hadn't seen her since she went out, two weeks ago. That made me think deeply. Was it because I asked her to wear the butt plug? Did she not want anything to do with me to the point
Julian’s POVMy phone rang beside me, and I picked it up, frowning at the caller ID. Onyx? Why did he pick such an unfortunate time to call me?I answered the call before it dropped, placing it against my ear. “What?”“Hey, Julian. It’s been quite a while,” he greeted, his voice was friendly, easing my irritation.“Yeah…I’ve been busy,” I didn’t even try to force any cheer or happiness into my voice, I couldn’t. I was annoyed and frustrated, and that was how I would express myself.“I guess so. What’s going on between you guys and Karyna? I saw the news, and I was incredibly shocked. With how close she was with you guys…” he drawled.I gritted my teeth, fighting the urge to end the call as he continued. “My biggest surprise is who she’s marrying,”That caught my attention immediately, as my anger immediately turned into curiosity. “What do you mean?”“Wait, you don’t know him?” His tone held disbelief and shock. “Adam Caldwell is a werewolf. He's a notorious rogue even though he's a
Karyna’s POVI didn't know how long it had been since I was kidnapped. All I knew was that day faded into night, several hours ticked by, and it made me incredibly restless and depressed.I’d also been awfully nauseous and bloated lately, but that was the least of my problems.Thankfully, they had long released me from the chair. They also let me to wander the space that I was locked in. The house was made of a wooden structure, like a cottage.I wasn’t allowed to access or use my phone for obvious reasons, and it made me really angry. Although I was provided everything I wanted, I was completely cut out from the outside world, and there was nothing I could do about it.I sighed heavily, adjusting the strap of my bathing suit before diving into the warm water.The house boasted a built-in pool in the backyard, and with boredom gnawing at me and my mind clouded with dark thoughts, a swim seemed like the perfect distraction.Submerging my body underwater for a bit, I could feel my he
Julian’s POVIt was the day of Karyna’s wedding.Or it would be, if I didn’t intend to steal the bride. The past week, I spent time researching and going over my findings on Adam Caldwell, the man who was delusional enough to believe he could marry my woman. Thanks to Ryder, I found out that Adam and Venom were in cahoots with each other, dealing with business together. I was shocked when I found out too, but it made sense. After all, Venom was a slimy sack of shit. Why wouldn’t he work with a filthy rogue?Apparently, it was Adam who bought my designs from Venom. He paid back with gold bars because his company was already manufacturing the clothes. The gold bars were the ones that Venom had given me, and that I had gifted to Karyna.Not only that. Ryder also discovered that Adam was the one who caused Henri’s accident, believing that it was me.The security footage revealed his presence in the same club where Karyna and I first met. From then on, he had been closely monitoring m
Karyna’s POVI stared blankly at myself in the mirror, standing stiffly as the staff were trying to do some last-minute adjustments on my dress and some finishing retouches on my makeup.I could only let myself be picked and prodded upon like a doll, not really caring. I looked beautiful, I would not deny the truth. I had on a full face of makeup, that made me look light and dainty. The olive green around my eyes helped to add a pop of color to my skin.My hair was styled back tightly into an intricate bun that was held down with a lot of Bobby pins and Got2b spray, and a Tiara sat nicely on my hair, also holding the veil in place.The dress itself, was a gorgeous white ball gown, with endless tule down the bottom. It was perfectly tailored for my body, with crystals at the bust and shiny fabric downwards. And the train was limitless. The dress looked like it was made for a Royal Princess. I would have been pleased to wear it, if today wasn’t the worst day of my life, and I was no
Karyna’s POVI walked down the aisle, staring ahead dully. My arm was firmly clasped in the crook of my father’s arm, and to anyone, it might have looked like a loving father leading his daughter off for marriage, but the way he gripped me so tightly was nearly painful. Like a threat.I ignored the guests who were smiling and looking at me with awe and joy, and focused on Adam instead. He was dressed in an expensive black, tailored Armani suit and pants, with sleek black dress shoes.His surfer blonde hair was styled to perfection, and there was a blue corsage on his suit.The procession was painfully long, and the wedding was huge, agitating me a little. The guests seemed to be over a hundred, but my Dad made sure not to let any News outlet in here or paparazzi. It was heavily guarded.Probably because he was worried that I might act up and cause a scene. Speaking of guests, I caught a glimpse of Sophia and her parents and immediately turned my gaze. I didn’t want to look at her d
Julian’s POVI kept my eyes focused on the road, the tension in the car was palpable, that it was nearly choking. I stole glances at Karyna from time to time, noticing the unchanged expression of shock and sadness etched on her face. She seemed drained, like a mere shadow of her former self.It pained me to see her in such a state, knowing all that she had endured over the past weeks. From being abducted by her own father to being coerced into a marriage with a psychopath, and now facing the abduction of her best friend, she had been through hell and back.Feeling powerless to alleviate her suffering, I remained silent, unsure of how to offer comfort in the face of such overwhelming misfortune.I felt a lot of pain on her behalf, and I was overall delighted that she was now with me. I believe she would appreciate being given some time to gather her thoughts. For now, I would focus on getting us to safety, where her father wouldn’t dare find us, not to talk about reaching us.It was
Julian’s POV “Don’t kill him yet. I want to return all the ten slaps he gave me.” Karyna’s words rang in my ears and I felt a dark cloud of rage enveloped me. I shot forward but she grasped my hand, restraining me as I fumed. “Release my hand,” I ordered her, breathing heavily. Karyna shook her head stubbornly. “No. You promised me not to kill him if Henri didn't.” She whispered, her hand squeezing my clenched fist. I wasn't aware he hit her 10 times before I made that oath. No one can stop Venar from dying today. “I can't keep this promise, Karyna. Only his death can dispel the anger rooted in my chest.” I growled, my whole body convulsing with fury. I released my Alpha aura, thinking the overwhelming energy would push her away but she remained steadfast, unwilling to leave my side. Any sensible werewolf would have kept their distance from a raging Alpha, knowing that the raw power could easily crush them, and they would never be able to shift again. But of course, my Kary
Henri’s POV I had made a vow to kill Venar with my own hands, just like I did his father, Venom. Why? Because both of them are nuisances. That son of a gun kidnapped my Karyna and nearly slapped her to death. “Fucking bastard!” I growled, my hands clenched tightly on the steering wheel as I trailed after Venar. I wanted to go after him that morning, but Karyna was badly injured, and I feared we might lose the surviving baby in her womb, so I let him escape. I placed the highest fucking bounty on his head, but none of the hitmen found find him. I had a feeling he had been lurking in the shadows like a rat scuttling away from the light, and I was right. “You think you can hide forever, don’t you?" I muttered under my breath, a venomous smirk lifting my face. “I’ll make you regret every choice you’ve made. You’ll wish you never crossed me, just like your father did. When I finally catch up with him, I will make sure you taste what it felt like to be slapped to death.” Th
Karyna’s POV The short skirt I wore did nothing to conceal the wetness trickling down my thighs. I could even catch a whiff of my own arousal in the air, and I was sure Julian and Henri could sense it too. “Jules, please,” I let out a desperate plea when he wouldn’t slip his fingers inside me. Julian had been tormenting me; using his middle finger to rub my clit in circles, lightly pressing kisses against my neck. He growled lowly, that deep sound sending explosive waves of arousal down my spine. “What are you begging me for, my love?” Julian whispered in the shell of my ear, and it suddenly felt like we were the only ones in the car. The sensation in my lower stomach was too consuming. I could feel my pussy throbbing painfully as my heart pounded under my chest. The intensity of the moment was almost too much to bear, so I just looked into his green eyes, hoping he’d understand just how much I craved him at that moment. “Alpha. I don’t think your fingers can d
Karyna’s POVAs we made our way to Henri’s car, a whirlwind of emotions washed over me. I couldn't bring myself to accept that my abusive father was truly gone. I was still in shock. I could feel the overwhelming amount of fear I had for Thomas Vegas dissipating with each assurance that he was indeed dead. He was killed by Julian. I was caught between feeling relieved that he could no longer harm me, or force me to do his vile wishes and the nagging question of whether I should feel sorrowful for his death.I’d known that cruel man all my life, and I’d always thought he was invincible, so it was crazy to believe that he was dead, just like that. He had been wealthy and influential during his life, but now he wouldn’t have a final resting place because Julien had killed him to avenge me, and his body would remain lost forever.When we got in front of the car, Julian pulled the back seat door for me, and I slid in. I could feel the sizzling heat coming from his body as he sat beside
Julian’s POV I was anticipating kissing Karyna until she was lost for words again when an iPhone ringing echoed in my ears. “Who's fucking phone is that? Fuck, it’s mine.” I groaned inwardly and went to pick it up, licking my lips to savor the pancake I had just eaten. When I saw that it was Leah who was calling me, my suppressed anger returned. I didn't want this woman calling me. But I was still using the same phone I was using when I was wearing the skin mask that was similar to Onyx’s face. Jeremy deserves his phone and number. I made a mental note to sort that out today before turning to Henri and Karyna. “It’s Leah,” I revealed, bitterness coating my voice like poison. I felt Karyna’s worry surge, even without her saying a word. She looked at me with those baby-blue eyes, her gaze filled with concern and thoughts of another threat. Another threat from my family. I clenched my jaw at that. I contemplated whether I should step outside to answer her. Leah knew I acce
Karyna’s POV I'd been eavesdropping on Julian and Henri's conversation after Henri entered. I heard Henri's laughter and Julian's question of what was funny. Henri's response of “everything” was followed by Julian's shocking revelation that made me blink in disbelief. Besides the fox he killed, he had also attempted to harm one of them. Did he see killing as a normal thing? “I was simply bullying her back for you,” Julian stated, walking over to retrieve the bowl of pancakes in my hand. My eyes widened in astonishment. I couldn't fathom his nonchalant attitude towards serious actions like this. I paused my lips, my heart sinking as I gazed back and forth between the Alphas I had fallen hopeless for. I didn't want to think that I had judged them wrongly or I had underestimated their animalistic nature. “I understand where you're coming from, Julian. But you can't go around ending lives or torturing animals just to defend me from bullies or make me accessories,” “I alre
Henri’s POV As I dashed after Karyna, my heart pounded with worry. How could she be so reckless, especially after yesterday's events? The arsonist might still be out there, and here she was, venturing off alone because she was pissed about the death of a fox. Her blind courage angers me and it fills me with worry. Why couldn't she be more concerned about her safety? I finally caught up to her just before she reached the guards who were stationed in front of the house. Without hesitation, I grasped her arm firmly and stopped her in her tracks. “Karyna, stop!” I urged, my voice thick with concern and frustration. “This is just our way of life. It's normal for werewolves to hunt and kill other animals. Hunting and killing are what we do. There's no need to get upset,” I deadpanned. Karyna turned to shoot me an angry glare, her baby-blue eyes revealing bitterness and confusion. “Normal? Are you freaking serious right now?” Her voice trembled as she spoke. “Just because
Julian’s POV The snow poured heavily on me, stinging like a thousand icy needles, yet I refused to halt my sprint. What was supposed to be a simple 15-minute early morning run turned into a relentless sprint fueled by my escalating anger. It wasn't just Henri's continuous provocation to abandon the Pack that fueled my fury. It was the unsettling realization that his reasons were valid, and I might be forced to confront a truth I wasn't ready to face. I was certain he'd only come back to safeguard Karyna and our child. Yet, deep down, I clung to a foolish wish that his return would reignite the memories of the beautiful life we once shared here and he would want to protect the pack, but as I said, it was a foolish wish. It hurt like crazy to admit that he didn't see this Pack estate as home but as a refuge camp, where he could hide from his enemies, and leave at any slight inconvenience. “Do you really think they want me back as their Alpha? All they want is a pack to b
Karyna’s POV In my dreams, Julian and Henri were having a heated argument. Julian was clearly upset, warning Henri never to mention abandoning the Pack, but Henri insisted it was necessary for our survival. I thought it was all just a dream until a loud door slam woke me up, and there was Julian storming off in frustration. “Henri,” I called out, my voice filled with surprise. I saw the worry etched on his face as he locked eyes with me, and I felt a pang in my heart. Did he insist on abandoning the pack because he was triggered by my mention of needing a break from the chaos surrounding us? Henri sighed softly and walked closer, he climbed on the bed and pressed a kiss to my forehead. “Morning, sweetheart,” he greeted, his voice above a whisper. Though his tone seemed light, the somber look in his green eyes and the shadow of regret on his face showed he was sad about the argument he just had with Julian. “Did you really believe we will be safe if we abandon the Pack?” I