Olivia's POV Shock rippled through me. I swallowed hard, hoping my expression was neutral, but inside, my mind reeled. How much did Aiden really know? Ethan and I were married, but we weren’t officially Mated—not technically. If that knowledge spread, it could mean the end of Ethan’s bid for the
Ethan’s jaw tightened, but he didn’t respond, his attention shifted to me. “You alright?” he asked softly, his eyes searching mine, his voice an anchor of calm amidst the tension. I gave a small nod, feeling the intensity of his gaze ground me. Despite my resolve not to let Aiden or Amelia get to
Olivia's POV The voicemail came through while I was still sorting through Pack paperwork. Seeing Dr. Calder’s name light up my phone, I felt a pang of worry. “Olivia, hi. It’s Matthew – er, Dr Calder. I think you should come down to the hospital. Your mother’s health has taken a bit of a turn, a
Olivia's POV Ethan and I had been avoiding each other the last couple of days. The hot and cold treatment between his possessive episodes was starting to muddle up my feelings more than before. The phone call came just as I was settling in, the caller ID brought a jolt of tension shooting throug
“Of course,” he replied, his tone softening. “Take your time. Just remember, the next vote is approaching.” And if I didn’t have a mating mark on display, Ethan – and the support and protection he offered my Pack – would be gone. *** The thought of a forced Mating bond left a sour taste in my
Olivia's POV I paced back and forth in my office, chewing my bottom lip. I needed to focus on work but couldn’t focus on anything except the nagging feeling that Ethan’s refusal to complete the Mating Bond was a giant neon sign of personal rejection. No matter how many times I tried to shake it
A tiny smile broke through. “Thanks, Mia. I just… I don’t want to keep wondering what I did wrong.” “Babe, you didn’t do anything wrong,” she replied firmly. “Remember that. And whatever happens, I’ve got your back. Pack has your back too – shit, you’re doing this for us.” I nodded, feeling ligh
Olivia'sPOV Ethan and I sat across from each other in his office, the atmosphere thick with the anticipation of the upcoming Council vote. If we weren’t going to complete the Mating bond, we needed to present an even more united front if we wanted to win the support of more Alphas. Ethan leane
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