Alyssa and Ebsy stood frozen, the world around them dissolving into a blur as Ace's sudden support sent shockwaves through the tense scene. Alyssa felt like her lungs had collapsed, gasping for air in the midst of the chaos. Ebsy felt small. This was why he hated his family. They brought out the worst in him and demeaned him before the people.Ace, sensing the escalating tension, tried to mediate once more. "Perhaps we can discuss this calmly and find a solution that—”Ebsy's father cut him off. "Enough, Ace. We’ve heard all we need to hear. Ebsy, make your decision. Show us you have what it takes to be an Alpha, or step aside.”The room fell silent as everyone waited for Ebsy’s response.At that moment, Ethan, who had been standing quietly beside Ace, spoke up. He was tired and irritated at what was happening."Whether it's true or not, we can find out right now. Let's check her for signs of poisoning,” he suggested.Alyssa's heart skipped a beat at the sound of Ethan's voice. She sp
Chapter 71Alyssa sat in the small, dimly lit room, her mind spinning, and for the first time in hours, there was silence. No accusations, no glares. Just stillness.Ebsy stood nearby, leaning against the wall. He had that look he always wore when things got heavy—worried but trying to hide it. He was terrible at hiding things, though, not from her. “Are you okay?”“I don't know,” Alyssa whispered, letting out an unsteady breath. She still hadn’t fully grasped how close she had come to being caught. “You have to stay in here till you're better,” Ebsy proposed.“I'm fine,” she swallowed, her hands shaking slightly as she ran them through her hair, trying to calm herself. “How long will they be here?” She inquired, gazing up at him.“I don't know Ally,’’ he said, shaking his head slightly. “But I'm pretty sure it's going to be a long one with everything that happened today.”“I shouldn’t have dragged you into this,” she whispered, staring at her hands. “I’m sorry.”Ebsy shook his head.
Chapter 72 “Where have you been?” Ebsy's voice broke out immediately when Alyssa stepped into the room.“Oh my goodness. Do you have to blend with the dark?” She asked, clutching her chest. “I've had enough jump scares for the day. Besides, what are you doing here?”“What am I doing here?” Ebsy repeated, his voice growing hoarse. “It's fucking late.”“I know, and you don't have to be so loud. It's just us two,” she said distastefully.Ebsy's frown deepened as he glared at her. “I was worried. Haven't I told you not to stay late? What if my family had hurt you?”“I'm sorry but I had a lot of work to do. It's your family's fault they hate me,” she chuckled as she undid her apron. “Now I'm forced to work all day, as a punishment. I bet you didn't know that.”“I was Informed,” he said coldly.Alyssa shrugged her shoulders. “Fairs. Well it's late.”“We need to talk.”“Can't it wait?” She asked in a low voice. “All I want to do is sleep. I've been working.”“Or you've been messing around?”
Alyssa forced herself to her feet and grabbed Ebsy roughly by the arm as he stepped forward. “What are you doing?”“The right thing,” he said firmly.“Are you crazy? You promised,” she said, turning him forcefully to face him.Ebsy shrugged her hands off him and called everyone's attention in a loud and firm voice. “Kalista's right. This girl here is not an outcast. She's indeed Alyssa and she didn't die in the fire. No, she survived because I pulled her out. And there's proof.”“No,” Alyssa yelled, grabbing him again. “Please don't.”“I'm sorry Ally, but that's the only way I can make you stay,” he whispered.“Show us the proof!” Someone demanded in anger.Alyssa's eyes searched his in bewilderment.“What do you mean?”“That's the only way Ace won't get back with you and you'll be able to stay with me,” he whispered.A gasp escaped from Alyssa's mouth as she stared at him with foreign eyes. “All this…You're doing all this because of Ace?”“No, because I love you,” he said.He snapped
Alyssa couldn't help but feel giddy with excitement. **Of all the packs, Blood Moon had decided to take her and her brother in. I**t still felt surreal to her. **She had always fantasized about getting mated to someone from the Blood Moon pack**. They were known for their strength, pride and skills. She had thought she and her brother would die as rogue outcasts until that very morning when she and her brother's presence were requested at Alpha Larole's abode.Alpha Larole by his title, was the current Alpha of Blood Moon.She took in his office where she was made to wait. All black with the finest furniture, and alluring designs. She caught sight of the CCTV and screwed her mouth. What could be the reason he wanted to see her personally?She was snapped out of her thoughts when she heard the sound of the door and in came Alpha Larole. She hastily got on her feet and bowed her head."Alpha""Do have your seat please"Allysa was touched by his politeness. This was the first time she wa
"This is your room"Alyssa dropped the box on the floor with a thud, taking in the appearance of the maid's bedroom assigned to her with a heavy heart. The air was thick with humidity, making it difficult to breathe. The small window barely allowed any natural light to filter in, casting an eerie shadow over the room. It was far from the comfortable living space she had anticipated."This is where I'll be sleeping?" She almost whispered, stunned at the sight of it.Lydia rolled her eyes "What is it? Do you want to complain? If it doesn't suit your preference, you could just leave."Alyssa was startled. If this was Ace's mate, then she was sorry for him. She had no manners at all. She knew almost immediately that they would never be chummy with each other. Lydia didn't rate her and didn't bother disguising her contempt."It's so dark and there's barely space for breath. What if I suffocate?""Let me guess, you die..then your body is hung on the trees for the birds of the air to feed on
A few days ago, In the aftermath of that eventful day when Lydia accompanied Ace to the monthly gathering; an intake of rogues and members from other packs, which were to be admitted to their pack,she found herself grappling with a mixture of shock and apprehension. Ace had discovered his mate amidst the crowd, but he hadn't caught a glimpse of her face.His grip on her waist suddenly tightened, and she winced. His gaze rested on the back of a figure, among the rogues who had applied for intake."What's wrong Ace?" Lydia didn't know who exactly Ace was looking at, but she felt something was different."It's nothing. Nothing serious," Ace said, as he forcefully withdrew his gaze. He ran his hands through his hair, "My mate is here.""What? Which one…"He hadn't seen her face, so he couldn't tell.It was a moment that had taken her completely by surprise, but despite the shock, Ace held onto the promise he made to her." You have absolutely nothing to be worried about. We would have a
It had only been days since Alyssa started working in Alpha Larole's mansion but it felt like ages. She had gotten so many bruises as a result of trying to navigate her way around the house and do the chores in a blindfold before her brain grasped the mental map of the house. Her wolf had become her companion, aiding her in memorizing everything that would get her hurt.Alpha Larole had also been fulfilling his promises to her bit by bit, ensuring she and her brother were safe and also well-fed. Except for Lydia's nonchalant behavior and constant fusses, everything else was good. The rest of the household seemed to like her or so, she thought. But they were nice to her.Alyssa hummed as she went about the day's work. she detested cleaning but what could she do? And today was the day she got to clean Ace's office. Of all days, today! It was also the day Ace was to return.The household was busy. Everyone was doing their thing, trying to make sure all was in order before his arrival. Ac
Alyssa forced herself to her feet and grabbed Ebsy roughly by the arm as he stepped forward. “What are you doing?”“The right thing,” he said firmly.“Are you crazy? You promised,” she said, turning him forcefully to face him.Ebsy shrugged her hands off him and called everyone's attention in a loud and firm voice. “Kalista's right. This girl here is not an outcast. She's indeed Alyssa and she didn't die in the fire. No, she survived because I pulled her out. And there's proof.”“No,” Alyssa yelled, grabbing him again. “Please don't.”“I'm sorry Ally, but that's the only way I can make you stay,” he whispered.“Show us the proof!” Someone demanded in anger.Alyssa's eyes searched his in bewilderment.“What do you mean?”“That's the only way Ace won't get back with you and you'll be able to stay with me,” he whispered.A gasp escaped from Alyssa's mouth as she stared at him with foreign eyes. “All this…You're doing all this because of Ace?”“No, because I love you,” he said.He snapped
Chapter 72 “Where have you been?” Ebsy's voice broke out immediately when Alyssa stepped into the room.“Oh my goodness. Do you have to blend with the dark?” She asked, clutching her chest. “I've had enough jump scares for the day. Besides, what are you doing here?”“What am I doing here?” Ebsy repeated, his voice growing hoarse. “It's fucking late.”“I know, and you don't have to be so loud. It's just us two,” she said distastefully.Ebsy's frown deepened as he glared at her. “I was worried. Haven't I told you not to stay late? What if my family had hurt you?”“I'm sorry but I had a lot of work to do. It's your family's fault they hate me,” she chuckled as she undid her apron. “Now I'm forced to work all day, as a punishment. I bet you didn't know that.”“I was Informed,” he said coldly.Alyssa shrugged her shoulders. “Fairs. Well it's late.”“We need to talk.”“Can't it wait?” She asked in a low voice. “All I want to do is sleep. I've been working.”“Or you've been messing around?”
Chapter 71Alyssa sat in the small, dimly lit room, her mind spinning, and for the first time in hours, there was silence. No accusations, no glares. Just stillness.Ebsy stood nearby, leaning against the wall. He had that look he always wore when things got heavy—worried but trying to hide it. He was terrible at hiding things, though, not from her. “Are you okay?”“I don't know,” Alyssa whispered, letting out an unsteady breath. She still hadn’t fully grasped how close she had come to being caught. “You have to stay in here till you're better,” Ebsy proposed.“I'm fine,” she swallowed, her hands shaking slightly as she ran them through her hair, trying to calm herself. “How long will they be here?” She inquired, gazing up at him.“I don't know Ally,’’ he said, shaking his head slightly. “But I'm pretty sure it's going to be a long one with everything that happened today.”“I shouldn’t have dragged you into this,” she whispered, staring at her hands. “I’m sorry.”Ebsy shook his head.
Alyssa and Ebsy stood frozen, the world around them dissolving into a blur as Ace's sudden support sent shockwaves through the tense scene. Alyssa felt like her lungs had collapsed, gasping for air in the midst of the chaos. Ebsy felt small. This was why he hated his family. They brought out the worst in him and demeaned him before the people.Ace, sensing the escalating tension, tried to mediate once more. "Perhaps we can discuss this calmly and find a solution that—”Ebsy's father cut him off. "Enough, Ace. We’ve heard all we need to hear. Ebsy, make your decision. Show us you have what it takes to be an Alpha, or step aside.”The room fell silent as everyone waited for Ebsy’s response.At that moment, Ethan, who had been standing quietly beside Ace, spoke up. He was tired and irritated at what was happening."Whether it's true or not, we can find out right now. Let's check her for signs of poisoning,” he suggested.Alyssa's heart skipped a beat at the sound of Ethan's voice. She sp
Ace and Ethan listened intently to the heated argument unfolding before them. The girl at the centre of the commotion seemed to be the reason for a deep-seated conflict within the pack. They heard the accusations clearly: "She almost killed my daughter! We demand an explanation!"Ebsy, standing protectively in front of the girl, countered just as fiercely. He eyed his father in anger. "Your daughter poisoned her first! She was defending herself!"The crowd around them was not convinced, their voices rising in a crescendo of disbelief and anger. "She's a danger to our pack! We can't have her here! Alpha she almost hurt your sister yet you defend a stranger.”“Because Kalista sought trouble. I know the sister I have and what she can do. This new girl can't hurt a fly.”“She can't hurt a fly. Yet she pounced on your sister.what are you saying?” Kalista’s mother demanded in rage, trying to rush for Alyssa but the guards held her in place, firmly.Ace glanced at the girl standing behind E
Alpha Larole had noticed the strain on his son's face and the heaviness in his demeanour. Concerned, he decided to send Ace on a mission to visit neighbouring packs. "Take Ethan with you," he suggested, hoping the trip would serve as a distraction and a chance for both young men to recover from recent events.Ace agreed, seeing it as an opportunity not only to fulfil his father’s wishes but also to help Ethan, who had been drowning in guilt and anger. At first, Ethan wanted to turn him down but he had to respect Alpha Larole's wishes.The two set off, their journey taking them through lush forests and bustling pack territories. Ethan remained silent for most of the trip, his thoughts a stormy sea. Ace, unperturbed, looked after him with the care of an older brother, ensuring he was fed, rested, and safe.They visited four or five packs over the span of more than ten days, each visit offering a glimpse into different lifestyles and traditions. Ace was always attentive, noting the diff
In the middle of the night, Alyssa woke up to the soft glow of moonlight filtering through her bedroom window. When did she get here? Probably when she was asleep.Her head throbbed slightly, a dull reminder of the recent chaos. As she stirred, she noticed Ebsy lying asleep by her bedside, his face etched with exhaustion and worry. She moved to sit up, her slight gesture enough to wake him.Ebsy’s eyes fluttered open, and he quickly sat up, concerned immediately replacing the sleepiness. "Alyssa, are you okay?" he asked, his voice husky with fatigue."I'm fine," Alyssa reassured him, her voice soft but steady. “You don't have to stay by my side every time, you know.”He shrugged. “I wanted to,okay. If I had been more careful, none of them would have hurt you.” "It’s not your fault, Ebsy. None of this is.”Ebsy's expression darkened, guilt evident in his eyes. "I should have protected you better. If I had been more vigilant, Kalista wouldn’t have been able to—”Alyssa cut him off, rea
Ebsy hurriedly dialed the number for emergency services, his voice steady despite the chaos. "We need an ambulance at 122 Willow Street, immediately.” His sister's breathing slowed and he couldn't tear his eyes away from her.He scoped her in his arms when she vould no longer walk and she whimpered in pain from the slightest touch. “You shouldn't have found fault with Jada and you know it.”“Even in a critical situation like this, Jada is all you think about? She's not even family. I was the one who got hurt.”“Because you were the one who started the fight,” he said. “Jada would never do that.”“So much trust in someone you don't know,” she said.Ebsy arched his brow. “What are you saying?”She shrugged. “What I'm saying is, you don't know her from anywhere yet you defend her a lot.”Moments later, the paramedics arrived and whisked Kalista away to the hospital. Rather than go with her, he went back to Alyssa's room and found her unconscious on the floor. Ebsy carried Alyssa out, his
Alyssa wondered what was going on. She had been trying to find peace but it seemed as though the universe had other plans. The noise grew louder and she recognised the voice leading the charge– kalista.Kalista was blocking her doorstep with a group of people, her voice ringing with authority and disdain. “Jada! You promised! Get out of the pack!”The crowd behind her joined in echoing the sentiment. Their anger and roar was deafening.Alyssa's wolf stirred within her as the urge to fight back surged through her veins. Her wolf's voice was clear and persuasive.-Teach them respect.But Alyssa couldn't. She had already told Ebsy she wouldn't be trouble and she will stay out of any that came her way. She pushed her door open and glanced at them, her resolve melting. “What is going on here? What's the cause for the noise?” She demanded.Kalista eyed her. “Turns out thr bitch is out of the hospital and looking well. That's a good thing. I did my part and you did yours, now is the time t