Chapter 64Selena's POV The journey was longer than I expected, or maybe it was just the impatience I felt at the thought of finally seeing Axel after such a long time. It was two weeks but it felt like an eternity. A long line of servants waited at the entrance of the pack house, rushing to help unload the vehicle trailing behind us. Axel was there too. The moment my eyes met his, I felt instantly relieved. We had an audience but my fingers twitched in desperation to hug him, touch him, kiss him, mold our bodies until it became one.Just a few feet away yet so far. "You came at such a short notice", Blake, Axel's Beta chuckled, dissipating the tense air swirling between the brothers. Asher takes a step forward, pushing me behind him before assuming a protective stance.Axel and I broke our stare, turning simultaneously to Asher. "What's wrong?", I tapped his back now shielding me.
Chapter 65Selena's POV I broke the hug. "I missed you so much", I huffed out. Axel fondly stroked my hair, making me lean into his touch. He grabbed my face, drinking in every feature before bringing his lips to mine. Once our lips met, I felt a smile bloom on my face. The kiss was slow at first, like we were both testing the waters after the long break. It didn't take much time to get used to, the effect still the same as the first. This time, there wasn't an innocent thought crossing my mind. All I wanted was him to be closer, even the clothes seem like it gave miles of distance between us. A pool of warmth settled in my stomach while my heart pounded mercilessly, dragging me to a breathless state. Using his lips and a thumb right below my mouth, Axel pried open my lips, deepening the kiss. I was so turned on. Axel snaked his hand behind my neck, turning my head back for a
Chapter 66Selena's POV I stirred from my slumber, the warmth from Axel still radiated into my pores, as his chest rose and fell. His hair was mussed, causing a smile to sneak into my lips at the thought of our blissful night. I untangled myself from him, trudging to the bathroom on my bare feet. I passed the wall clock, not bothering to throw a look at its direction until I came to a screeching halt. Axel had said he would leave just before dawn. Throwing a silent prayer at the moon goddess, I sneaked a look at the clock, almost melting at the relief I felt. It was still four am, which meant Axel should be leaving right about now to prevent anyone from seeing him sneaking off. I rushed to the bed, tapping him frantically. "What?", he murmured, groaning before burying his face back into the pillow. With a growl, I tapped him again, "Wake up, it's four am already.""So?"
Chapter 67Selena's POV "I think the Alpha sent you some money. It's right on the table next to the bed", Lily immediately said the moment I walked in. She wasn't in the bedroom so I beelined towards the walk-in closet, unsurprised to see her dutifully hanging up some clothes. "What are you doing?", I asked, joining her on the floor. "You'll get a cold. Wait in the bedroom for me, I'll soon finish up here."I couldn't pay attention to what she was saying. My heart thumped loudly and my hands still trembled at the thought of the celebration tonight. It was nothing but a stupid setup and I just happened to be the highlight of it, literally. I could ask Axel for help but there wasn't much he could do without revealing he was well aware of everything happening. Then, it'd raise suspicions. Why was the Alpha and his brother's fiancée close enough to share such a groundbreaking secret? In the end, ther
Chapter 68Selena's POV Turns out, it was more difficult to sneak out of a crowded pack house where everyone basically ignored your existence on a normal day but suddenly had so many questions about a duffel bag. We had a few close calls. No, a lot of close calls. Lily was basically hyperventilating by the time we were in the car and out of the house. We couldn't comment on how crazy it was back in the pack house because the driver is a servant too. He pulled up to the dress shop, while Lily and I leapt out, sighing in relief the moment we were inside the shop.We pleaded with the driver to return in two hours and with much convincing, he rode off. "Okay. So, where to?", Lily asked, her eyes peeled for anyone who might recognize us. I thought deeply, realizing the only place I could get something about my birth parents was back in my step family's house. "I think I'll drop by my step parents", I
Chapter 69Selena's POV The orphanage home was an almost run down building with chipped paints and leaking ceilings. The children were huddled in a corner, each clad in warm clothes against the incoming storm. It wasn't fancy in any way but the aura was that of warmth and goodwill. "How can I help you?", an elderly woman appeared, a small smile on her face as she addressed us. "Umm, I'm looking for the boss around here", I provided, staring at her expectantly. "Why? Is there any problem?""No. I just need to ask a few questions concerning an adoption years ago", I blurted out, wondering if I had revealed too much. "Then you've come to the right place", she smiled. "Come on."Lily and I trailed after her limping form until she stopped at a door to presumably an office. "Come in"We walked in after her, settling ourselves on the brown leather couch after she permitted. She sat heavily on th
Chapter 70Selena's POV I immediately leaned in, waiting impatiently for Miss Agatha's next words. Her eyes were still fixated on the picture before her, a sad expression on her face.My patience was at its end by the time she finally looked up to me. "Your parents were wonderful. They visited this orphanage home after they got married and spent a lot of time with the kids, before they had you", she smiled sadly. Her eyes glazed over as she was taken down memory lane. "When they found out your mom was pregnant, they threw a huge celebration right within these walls...""But?", I asked, dreading her next words. "But, one day they rushed in here looking frantic and scared. You were in your mother's arms and she was obviously wounded and in pain. Your father too had a stab wound. I tried asking them what was wrong but they only cared about hiding you away. They signed the papers to give you up for adoption and left almo
Chapter 71Selena's POV Everything faded leaving just my shocked face and the paper. It was almost unbelievable but I was certain the universe, moon goddess and everything good and right is working in my favor. The surname was a dead giveaway. Who is this man? Uncle, cousin? I couldn't find myself giving a fuck about that. What were the odds of finding this single piece of paper in the midst of this mess? "Lily?", I called out. Lily's rummaging ceased as she popped her head out of one of the dusty shelves. "Yes?""I've found it", I stated, too dazed to even muster a smile. "Can you believe it? I can't."Lily rushed to me, pulling me in a tight hug. "I told you it'll work out, didn't I?""Yes. Yes, you did but I just...""It's fine. I know you're probably too excited to even muster a few words", she chuckled, patting my shoulder softly. "Come on."Just as we were walking