CHAPTER 10 ~Evan~ I geared the car to life and sped off, my mind racing as something in me kept hinting that there was trouble. It was the longest ride in my whole lifetime, maybe because my mind was so preoccupied with thoughts of Shannon, making it difficult to concentrate. After some minutes of driving in silence, I finally arrived at the palace. I pushed the car doors open and rushed out as soon as I pulled up in the palace building. âWhere's Shannon?!â I asked, gripping one of the guards' clothes, fire burning in my eyes. He trembled, surrendering his hands to the air. âSpeak!â âShe⌠she's in her room.â He finally replied, his voice shaking. I left him at once and spun on my heels, running straight towards Shannon's room. The moment I stepped in, I saw Owen sitting by her bedside, his eyes laced with concern. The compassion with which he looked at her was daring. It wasn't just ordinary care⌠there was something beneath those looks, something deeper than compassion itself.
CHAPTER 11 ~Shannon~ Is this really all I am to him? Just a tool he can use and discard whenever he pleases? How foolish of me to think he had changed. I should have known... He's still the same cold-hearted monster. I wanted to scream, to demand answers, but before I could even part my lips, his hand wrapped tightly around my neck, pulling me dangerously close to him. "I'm stepping out with my beta," he hissed, his eyes dark and filled with warning. "On no account should you leave this room. If you dare disobey me... I'll show you exactly what I'm capable of." With that, he released me and stormed out, not even sparing me a second glance. I gasped for air, my heart pounding as the door slammed shut behind him. Why does he do this to me? Why does he act like he doesn't care... yet still watches my every move? Why does he keep me locked up like some prisoner when all I ever wanted was freedom? A soft knock echoed through the room before the door creaked open. A maid walk
CHAPTER 12 ~Evan~ "You tried to escape, huh?" I sneered, my voice low and dangerous as I slowly approached her. "You've got some guts, little wolf." She stood there, trembling like a fragile leaf caught in a storm. Her wide, terrified eyes locked with mine, silently begging for mercy. But unfortunately, I had no mercy to give. She had just disobeyed me, so she ought to be prepared for the consequences. She clearly brought this upon herself.In a flash, I closed the distance between us, grabbing her roughly. A sharp gasp escaped from her lips as I threw her over my shoulder like she weighed nothing. "You're going to pay for this," I growled, walking towards the manor. Her weak fists pounded against my back, but her strength was laughable compared to mine. I tightened my grip, ignoring her helpless struggle as I carried her inside and tossed her onto the couch. She landed with a soft thud, her body trembling as she tried to crawl away from me. I leaned in, towering over he
CHAPTER 13~Evan~I froze and turned my gaze on him, my ears eager to hear what he had to say.âOkay? What could that be?â I quizzed, my voice deep with curiosity.âI once overheard Shannon talking to herself, questioning the moon goddess to know why she was forced to be in a place where she felt unloved, despite possessing remarkable healing powers.âFor a moment, I fixed my gaze on him, my mind slow to understand what he meant by those words. âWhat are you trying to say? What has Shannon got to do with this? What power does she possess that the pack healer doesn't?â I was getting impatient already, and Shannon was the last name I wished to hear. Right now, she's just as good as useless, and I honestly do not understand the reason why Owen keeps bringing her into our discussionâevery single time.His lips parted slightly, his eyes deep with concern. âKing Evan, I'm certain about this.â He affirmed. âI heard her clearly. Why don't we give it a try? Who knows, she might just be the so
CHAPTER 14~Evan~My mouth hung up in surprise, refusing to believe what just happened. At this point, I couldn't even utter a word, let alone threaten Shannon anymore.Obviously, she had just proved me wrong, making me look like a fool before my own beta and the warriors.As soon as we returned to the palace and the warriors were dismissed, I grabbed her arm, dragging her into the manor.The rage burning within me was undeniable, but beneath it was something far more dangerous â fear.I turned her around, forcing her to face me. My eyes locked with hers, desperate for answers. âWhere the hell did you get such powers from, Shannon?â My voice trembled with both anger and confusion.The fact that the greatest healer in the pack failed miserably, while Shannon effortlessly accomplished what seemed impossible, left me utterly speechless. It was nothing short of extraordinary, yet I refused to acknowledge her worth. To me, she was still the weak, pathetic omega whoâs worth absolutely noth
CHAPTER 15~Evan~ She no longer looked terrified. The fear that once danced in her eyes had suddenly faded, replaced with something I couldnât quite place. I locked my gaze ahead as I approached her. âGet in the car,â I ordered coldly before stepping inside without sparing her a glance. She hesitated for a moment but eventually obeyed, slipping into the back seat while Owen settled in the passenger seat beside me. I clenched the steering wheel, an unfamiliar tension building in my chest. My eyes turned to Owen. âStep out,â I said, my voice softer this time. âLet her sit here while you stay at the back.â Owen shot me a confused look but didnât argue. He gave a slight nod and stepped out, moving to the back seat. Shannon slowly slid into the front seat, her fragile frame stiff with tension. I didnât understand this strange pull I felt toward her. The bond I had once denied was growing stronger with each passing second. Yet, I refused to see her as anything other than t
CHAPTER 16 ~Shannon~ I couldn't understand the strange pull I felt towards him. It was terrifying how the same man who saw me as worthless, who insulted and humiliated me at every chance, was now the one my heart seemed to crave. Evan's eyes burned into mine, cold and unreadable, yet I couldn't look away. I felt trapped, drowning in emotions I couldnât explain. But just as quickly as the moment came, it shattered. He shoved me against the wall, his grip firm and unyielding. I flinched, expecting more harsh words, but he said nothing. Instead, he turned to me with a dark, furious glare before dragging me down the corridor. I struggled to keep up with his pace as whispers filled the air, curious eyes watching us. But he didn't care. When we reached the car, he flung the door open and tossed me inside like I was nothing more than an object. My body hit the leather seat with a thud, and I let out a soft gasp. Owen arrived shortly after, confusion written all over his face.
CHAPTER 17 ~Shannon~ I lowered my head, my body trembling slightly as I nodded. I couldnât say no to himâI dared not. The moment I gave in, he let go of me, his lips pressing into a thin line. âGood,â he muttered, his voice cold and final. Without another word, he turned and strode toward the door. âThe maids will get you ready⌠just the way I want.â Then, with a sharp slam, the door closed behind him. I stood there, frozen, his words echoing in my mind. My chest felt tight, my stomach twisting with unease. He really believed I was nothing more than a puppet, something he could command and control as he pleased. Like I had no will of my own. How long would I have to endure this? How much more could I take? I barely had time to process my thoughts when the door swung open again. My breath caught in my throat, thinking Evan had returned. But this time, it wasnât him. It was Owen. My eyes widened, fear striking me like lightning. âW-what are you doing here?â I stammered
CHAPTER 23~Karen~âWe can't let this happen. Never!â Father spat, pacing about restlessly. He bit his index finger, his facial expression showing just how stressed he was. We had just experienced the most unbelievable encounter of our lives earlier today. When we thought we had finally gotten rid of Shannon, she suddenly resurfaces, not as an ordinary omega this time, but as the bride of the powerful wolf king! Who would ever believe that the king would ever look her way, let alone accepting her as his mate?âKing Evan is clearly out of his mind.â Mother snapped, her tone just as high and disappointed as father's. âHow could he stoop so low to be with a lowly omega when he has a lot of women at his disposal?âI remained silent, watching quietly as they voiced out their frustrations. I had a solution to all these, but I was not so sure they would welcome the idea. But I had to give it a try anyway. I cleared my throat loudly, hoping to catch their attention, and thankfully, I did.
CHAPTER 22~Evan~Though she had left, I still couldn't get those words off my head. Freya was not one to just make empty promises. She always ends up fulfilling whatever she says, and now I couldn't help but wonder what she's up to this time.Nonetheless, I didn't let that get to me. She could as well go to hell for all I care. And the elders advocating for her? They are just as good as useless. If they think I'd succumb so easily to choose her as my mate, after everything she had done to me, then the joke is obviously on them.My gaze shifted to Shannon when I closed the door, and she lowered her head, darting her eyes away as soon as she saw me turn.I marched forward, crossing my arms and waiting for an explanation from her. She had to explain the reason why Logan was so confident speaking so ill of her back at the grand hall.Why did she have to run when the only thing she was supposed to do was stay back there and defend herself of all those allegations? Running away only implie
CHAPTER 21~Evan~With the chaos going on in my head, I could have as well chosen to go with everything Logan had said, but I waved it off instead.I made my way to my quarters, my head pounding as I reminisced on those words over and over again.I couldn't believe it, no matter how certain and sure Logan had sounded earlier. I needed to hear from the horse's mouth herself⌠only then would I be able to conclude that she was really guilty after all.âPut your eyes on ShannonâŚâ I said, turning to Owen. He looked terribly worried, and he wouldn't just leave my side after everything that just happened. âAs soon as she tries to get out of the room, get her and bring her to me. Am I understood?âHis eyes stretched slightly, but he nodded, too scared to even utter a word. He walked out at once, and at that point, I felt like a huge burden had been lifted off my shoulders.I heaved a deep sigh, leaning towards the large dressing mirror beside my bed. I guess I just needed some time alone to g
CHAPTER 20~Evan~I went after her, yelling her name relentlessly, but she didn't bat an eye. She didn't even bother to look back, let alone stop to at least hear what I had to say.But that didn't stop me from going further. I had a lot of questions to ask and she clearly was in the right position to answer them.I hastened my steps, desperate to catch up with her, but I was rather too late. Before I could get any closer, she had already stormed into the room ahead, shutting the door firmly behind her.I pressed forward and knocked on the door repeatedly, but she never responded, not even once. At that point, I heard someone yell my name, and when I turned, there he wasâone of the guards. He stood before me, his breath ragged and shallow.My gaze turned towards him, my eyes cold and impatient. âWhat do you want?â I asked, trying so hard to control the anger boiling inside me.His breath stopped almost immediately and he snapped his head upwards, facing me. âMy kingâŚâ He started, his
CHAPTER 19~Karen~âI saw her!â I said in a firm voice, trying to convince everyone to believe me, but it was obvious they still had their doubts.Father especially. He refused to believe me when I said I had seen Shannon back at the Wolf King's palace.âI'm not sure you know who you saw. What would King Evan possibly be doing with a worthless omega?â Dad snapped, refusing to believe every single thing I said.âBut I know who I saw⌠and it's definitely her.â I screeched, desperate to make him believe me, but it was certainly not working.Damien was not helping matters either. He also wouldn't believe me⌠no matter how much I tried to convince him.âOkay⌠why don't we wait till tomorrow to know if this is true?â He suggested, and father nodded in approval. âThat way, we will be convinced that you had actually seen her like you claim.âI blinked, fighting back the frustration clawing at my chest. I'm definitely not going insane, am I? I saw her, and I know for a fact that my eyes were
CHAPTER 18~Shannon~I froze on the spot, my heart racing as I slowly turned around, bracing myself for Evanâs furious gaze. My heart pounded so loudly I could hear it in my ears. But when I turned, it wasnât him. A wave of relief crashed over me. It was just the maid. She stood in the doorway, clutching a bundle of clothes in her arms. Her expression was blank, but her eyes turned towards the doorâtowards the very place Owen had just fled from without a second glance. She had seen him. She had seen everything. My stomach twisted. But she said nothing. Her silence was deafening, and for a moment, all I could hear was the sound of my own ragged breathing. Did she know what had just happened? Would she tell Evan? My entire fate now rested in her hands.I swallowed hard, watching as her expression smoothed into something unreadable. And just immediately, she turned to me, her voice calm, almost mechanical. âThe King has ordered me to prepare you for tomorrow.âShe moved acro
CHAPTER 17 ~Shannon~ I lowered my head, my body trembling slightly as I nodded. I couldnât say no to himâI dared not. The moment I gave in, he let go of me, his lips pressing into a thin line. âGood,â he muttered, his voice cold and final. Without another word, he turned and strode toward the door. âThe maids will get you ready⌠just the way I want.â Then, with a sharp slam, the door closed behind him. I stood there, frozen, his words echoing in my mind. My chest felt tight, my stomach twisting with unease. He really believed I was nothing more than a puppet, something he could command and control as he pleased. Like I had no will of my own. How long would I have to endure this? How much more could I take? I barely had time to process my thoughts when the door swung open again. My breath caught in my throat, thinking Evan had returned. But this time, it wasnât him. It was Owen. My eyes widened, fear striking me like lightning. âW-what are you doing here?â I stammered
CHAPTER 16 ~Shannon~ I couldn't understand the strange pull I felt towards him. It was terrifying how the same man who saw me as worthless, who insulted and humiliated me at every chance, was now the one my heart seemed to crave. Evan's eyes burned into mine, cold and unreadable, yet I couldn't look away. I felt trapped, drowning in emotions I couldnât explain. But just as quickly as the moment came, it shattered. He shoved me against the wall, his grip firm and unyielding. I flinched, expecting more harsh words, but he said nothing. Instead, he turned to me with a dark, furious glare before dragging me down the corridor. I struggled to keep up with his pace as whispers filled the air, curious eyes watching us. But he didn't care. When we reached the car, he flung the door open and tossed me inside like I was nothing more than an object. My body hit the leather seat with a thud, and I let out a soft gasp. Owen arrived shortly after, confusion written all over his face.
CHAPTER 15~Evan~ She no longer looked terrified. The fear that once danced in her eyes had suddenly faded, replaced with something I couldnât quite place. I locked my gaze ahead as I approached her. âGet in the car,â I ordered coldly before stepping inside without sparing her a glance. She hesitated for a moment but eventually obeyed, slipping into the back seat while Owen settled in the passenger seat beside me. I clenched the steering wheel, an unfamiliar tension building in my chest. My eyes turned to Owen. âStep out,â I said, my voice softer this time. âLet her sit here while you stay at the back.â Owen shot me a confused look but didnât argue. He gave a slight nod and stepped out, moving to the back seat. Shannon slowly slid into the front seat, her fragile frame stiff with tension. I didnât understand this strange pull I felt toward her. The bond I had once denied was growing stronger with each passing second. Yet, I refused to see her as anything other than t