Olivia's POV I woke up with a pounding headache on Ethan’s couch, fragments of last night still blurry around the edges. The last thing I remembered clearly was Ethan dragging me away from Aiden and that punch he threw. I was still piecing everything together when my phone blew up with messages.
Olivia's POV I threw myself deeper into work, trying to shake off the strange fog that seemed to follow me after Ridgecrest. I kept playing it over and over in my mind. Everything seemed to remind me of the way Ethan’s gaze felt almost… genuine. My hand stopped mid-movement as flashes of the n
Olivia's POV A whisper of dread sunk into the back of my stomach. I wondered if Derek could see right through me; could he see the secrets I was desperate to keep? What if he’s already figured it out? What if all of this – dinner, the charm, even the rented-out restaurant – was to corner me and
Olivia's POV As Ethan and I entered the grand hall for the Alpha Council meeting, an air of tension crackled like electricity. So much power in one room could be oppressive. Alphas from various packs filled the room, their sharp gazes assessing everyone who dared to cross the threshold. I could
Ethan's POV The weight of the Alpha Council’s stalemate loomed over me as I stared out the window at the darkening sky. Tension crackled around me, my power leaking out with my frustration. There were ten days until the next round of voting, and every second felt like a countdown to a confrontat
Olivia's POV I settled into my office, finally ready to dive into the Lunera Beauty books. My life had felt so out of control lately, it was like a breath of fresh air to be back, in control of my own space. I had barely opened my laptop when Mia knocked and slipped in, her expression hesitant,
Olivia's POV Mia appeared in my office doorway, a familiar glint in her eye that meant only one thing: she had a proposition. She didn’t even need to say a word; the look on her face already had my nerves bristling. I hadn’t completely recovered from Aiden’s last ‘proposal,’ and I wasn’t eager t
“Good luck,” Ethan said, his hands on the wheel as he glanced at me. “You’ll call me if something happens.” I gave him a quick nod, flashing a faint smile that I hoped looked convincing. “Thanks. I’ll let you know how it goes.” With one last look, I stepped out of the car and watched him pull aw
Olivia's POV The sunlight filtered softly through the nursery window, casting a golden glow over the room. I sat in the oversized rocking chair, holding one of the twins – our daughter, Marley – close to my chest. Her tiny fingers curled around mine, her soft coos a melody that calmed my heart.
My heart raced, but not from fear. This was it, the moment I’d been bracing for, waiting for, and dreading in equal measure. “Breathe, Luna,” Maren’s soft voice instructed. I tried, but it was impossible to focus with the mix of emotions swirling inside me. Anticipation. Pain. Joy. Panic. The
Ethan's POV I sat at my desk, staring at the reports of final integration for the Pack merger. The words blurred together as my thoughts wandered to Olivia. My wolf stirred, not with restlessness but with quiet contentment. A smile tugged at my lips as I ran a hand through my hair. If someone ha
As Kelvin left with his warriors, I turned to Olivia, her expression contemplative. “You’ve built something incredible,” I said softly. “And now, it’s going to make a difference far beyond what we imagined.” She smiled, the tension easing from her shoulders. “We’ve built it,” she corrected. The
Ethan's POV Alpha Kelvin’s arrival was as unexpected as it was intriguing. I stood on the porch of the Pack House as his car pulled into the driveway, flanked by two of his warriors. His presence here wasn’t entirely surprising; Kelvin had been a consistent ally, but the timing piqued my curiosity
He shook his head, stepping forward. “No, thank you. I won’t stay long.” His voice was confident as ever, but lacking the usual edge. We led him to the sitting area, the warmth of the fire casting shadows across his face. He sat stiffly, hands clasped in front of him, and for a moment, I could see
Ethan's POV I stood at the edge of the newly built meeting hall. Inside, the chatter of Stone Haven and Thorne Ridge Pack members blended into a hum of anticipation. The final steps of the merger were unfolding, and for the first time, everything felt... right. I glanced across the room where
Ethan stepped closer, his presence grounding me in a way no one else could. "You’ve been handling it flawlessly, though. Everyone’s captivated by you tonight." I tilted my head, raising an eyebrow. "Captivated? That’s a strong word." He smirked, his voice dropping into a softer, more teasing ton
Olivia's POV Crystal chandeliers cast shimmering reflections across the floor of the Lunera Beauty gala, the elegance of the venue matched only by the energy buzzing through the room. Dressed in a sleek gown that hugged my frame, I stood at the edge of the crowd, watching as Council members, Alp