“Why now?” I asked. “Why give this to me?”“Because without my own Pak I can’t win this fight,” he said simply. “But you can. And… I meant what I said. I have feelings for you, Olivia. Real ones. Enough to do what I can to see you safe.”I stepped back, clutching the flash drive tightly. “You don’t
Olivia's POVThe familiar hum of Lunera Beauty’s lab greeted me like an old friend, a place where I could lose myself in precision and creativity.After the tension of the Alpha Council, the calm air and rhythmic tapping of my tools against glass felt grounding. But beneath my focus, so many emotion
I answered with a sharp, “Derek,” skipping any formalities.“Olivia,” he greeted, his tone clipped but calm. “I thought you’d want to know; Chloe’s already maneuvering against the Council’s investigation. She’s leveraging her allies, muddying the waters, and, unsurprisingly, framing you as the one p
Olivia's POVThe phone felt heavy in my hand as I stared at Aiden’s name on the screen. A strange mix of frustration and determination swirled inside me.Aiden’s release was a glaring failure of the Alpha Council’s judgment, and the knowledge that he was out there, likely scheming his next move, set
My pulse quickened, but I didn’t flinch. “You’ll be waiting a long time,” I said, my voice icy. “Because Ethan will end you first.”There was a moment of silence, and I wondered if I’d struck a nerve. Aiden’s delayed response was filled with hatred, “Let’s not forget, I know all about your little ar
Ethan's POVThe war room at Storm Haven was a flurry of activity as I spread the latest reports across the large table. Pack security updates, Rogue movements, and intel on Chloe’s alliances were stacked high.Kerrick and Marlus stood across from me, their faces mirroring the seriousness of the situ
“Aiden’s release might have emboldened Chloe,” Marlus said, his tone sharp as he leaned over the table, pointing to a highlighted section of the report. “Our scouts confirm increased Rogue activity near the neutral territories. It’s not random. Chloe’s recruiting, building for something bigger.”Ker
Ethan's POVI stepped into Derek’s office, the air thick with the unmistakable scent of aged leather and faint traces of whiskey. My father sat behind his massive oak desk, his face as impassive as ever, though I didn’t miss the tension in his shoulders.He gestured to the seat across from him, but
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