MARCELLUS POV.“Leave, now! I wish to be alone.” I ordered Trisha and Rosa, both exchanged curious looks but knew better than to say a word. I groaned from displeasure watching them leave while burying the edge of the cigarette into the ashtray, slowly reaching for the wine glass. I could feel an uneasiness within me.They were my mistresses too, tonight was scheduled for us to have sex, it was an outing that I put up with not thinking much about it, mostly because I was alpha. And it was my duty to bear an heir, just as it was my duty to retain them in bed and have sex,Partially I only kept up with it because it was my only means of blowing off my steam, I tend to work a lot and my mind needed to be cleared of certain things, gulping the wind glass I steered uncomfortably in bed, I haven't been able to get an erection tonight, no matter what they did, I couldn't, it was strange. And it irritated me the more I saw them try all sorts of things to no avail.I couldn't keep up with the
FIONA'S POV“We should go back now; I think we've had enough fun.“ I said, thugging at arms, he had a smile on his lips.“Are you certain? We have more than enough time.” He responded with a question, I shook my head, nodding positively; it had something to do with his confession. I had said nothing when he made those utterances, and stared down at the city, watching the busy night and sparkling lights.Yet my heart had trailed off to the words he spoke; he was indeed a cousin to Marcellus, which meant he probably knew who I was, and if he didn't, it changed nothing; I had seen the sincerity in him and He had a look in his eyes when he confessed, hinting that it wasn't a joke, and I couldn't probe further.“Fine. A minute.” He asked, dashing into and emerging as a wolf; a smile stretched on my lips as I climbed onto his back. He wasn't as fast as when we approached the cliffs. He was steady, and a bit careful, the wind brushing past my skin with ease as the sound of the chirping of b
FIONA'S POV“We should go back now; I think we've had enough fun.“ I said, thugging at arms, he had a smile on his lips.“Are you certain? We have more than enough time.” He responded with a question, I shook my head, nodding positively; it had something to do with his confession. I had said nothing when he made those utterances, and stared down at the city, watching the busy night and sparkling lights.Yet my heart had trailed off to the words he spoke; he was indeed a cousin to Marcellus, which meant he probably knew who I was, and if he didn't, it changed nothing; I had seen the sincerity in him and He had a look in his eyes when he confessed, hinting that it wasn't a joke, and I couldn't probe further.“Fine. A minute.” He asked, dashing into and emerging as a wolf; a smile stretched on my lips as I climbed onto his back. He wasn't as fast as when we approached the cliffs. He was steady, and a bit careful, the wind brushing past my skin with ease as the sound of the chirping of b
FIONA'S POV.“Why?” I whispered only to meet with his hardened gaze just as I had spoken, and I regretted my decision in a flash. Seeing him grin widely from ear to ear, he reached for a fancy belt, one I certainly had not placed there previously.And then, he had reached for a fabric, a scarf perhaps? I could tell just by how fast he had picked it up.“Get down, on all fours now, Fiona... Don't question me; I hate it.” He complained, something about his tone hinting at danger, yet a chill ran down my spine from excitement as I did just as he said, for a minute more, nothing else had happened.His gaze pierced through my skin as I glanced up at him, my hands and feet glued to the floor.“You look nervous taking this position.” He murmured, not exactly sure if he knew I heard, but his eyes had darkened now. And he was probably thinking to himself.“I wonder... How loud you'll scream kitten “ he mumbled in a husky tone,“I wonder how you will beg for more, and then beg for me to stop, i
MARCELLUS’ POV.Tossing from side to side, Light snores escaped her lips as she mumbled inaudible gibberish, smacking her lips. What was she dreaming about? A simple smile settled on my lips as I watched her sleep. I asked her to wake up after she gladly and graciously deep-throated me. She had fallen asleep quickly as soon as she had laid on the bed by my side.I feigned pretense, reading over a book in silence. At first, she was tense, but scarcely a few minutes after she had been snoring, I myself had dozed off only to wake up just now; it was dawn already, and I had barely slept at ease as I had done in a long time.I groaned from frustration, pulling myself off her bed. I didn't want to spread a baseless rumor amongst everyone about having a favorite amongst the mistresses, the only reason I'd been able to keep peace was by equal treatment. Besides I knew how harsh Lena could be, they would all probably dote on her like it had been her fault I barely slept in any of their rooms,
FIONA'S POV.I gritted my teeth, my body crawling with goosebumps feeling a sudden chill run down my spine, pushing open my eyes, I could see the woman over me, two of the ladies I had seen in the room with Marcellus the previous night. Lena was one of them. Lena was hovering above me with a bucket in her bandI panicked, standing from my bed, water dripping from my hair to my toe, my bed was soaking wet as my body was.“Why?” I managed to ask, holding back my tears brimming at the sides of my eye, I could see a wide smirk on Lena's Lips; she was having the best time of her life making my life a living hell, but I knew better than to give in; the bitch would have a splendid day if she knew she had hurt me and I broke down because of her.“Why?” The blonde amongst the two ladies mocked, yanking me by my hair.“You don't get to speak unless asked a question around here, little human.” Lena sneered, disgust evident in her words as she moved closer to me.“How dare you ruin their night?
FIONA'S POV.“Be like me? Be careful what you wish for, Fiona.” Darla whispered, approaching me. She helped me up against the couch. I watched in silence as she picked up the bucket, placed it in the bathroom, raised the Curtains, and changed the sheets, not because I didn't want to offer to help.But rather because I was too drained, too weak to even move an inch or say a word, Darla approached me, a smile on her face, settling right next to me.“I'm not the best person to wish for; I may be the first mistress, but that only goes so far. I'm not his favorite or anything, but I keep myself out of trouble, and Marcellus respects that.” I, in turn, respect her too; I've barely seen her apart from the first day, and she is right; she looked as though she wasn't interested in anything.“If you were the first mistress, why then did you allow more mistresses?” I wondered why she wasn't hurt; it was bad enough to have one co-wife, not to speak of ten or nine… the number went as fast as I co
MARCELLUS’ POV.Anger coursed through my veins as I turned over the file in my hands, irritably I tapped my finger against the desk, my mind somehow had managed to trail back to the previous night, and the annoying look Raphael had, also the courage he mustered this morning,He wanted Fiona. I understood her as lovable, sharp, and pretty, but I swear I would murder that bastard like I had promised if he laid his fingers on Fiona, or worse if I caught something as simple as his shadow lurking around her.I peered slowly, raising my glance in the direction of the door; a gentle knock was placed on the door, causing me to roll my eyes. Whoever it was would have to deal with my aggressions today, I was looking to blow off some steam anyway.What was it again? What more this time? Mumbling beneath my breath, I pushed off the file in my hands against the desk. Certainly, I ordered Trevor not to let anyone in or around my study today.“Come in,” I asked curtly, a frown on my face, which was
MARCELLUS’ POV.The world around me was chaotic. I held Fiona in my arms, her body limp and lifeless. Blood soaked my hands, her shirt, and the floor. My mind screamed at me to do something, to fix this, but for the first time in my life, I felt utterly powerless. “Get the car ready!” I barked at the couple, my voice trembling with urgency. The woman, pale and shaking, nodded and ran outside while her husband brought towels. “Press this against the wound!” he shouted, handing me a bundle of fabric. I did as he said, applying pressure to her side. Fiona’s blood seeped through the towel almost instantly. My chest tightened as I looked at her face. She was so pale, her breathing shallow. “Stay with me,” I whispered, my voice breaking. “Don’t you dare leave me, Fiona. Don’t you dare.” The minutes felt like hours, but finally, the car screeched to a stop outside the house. I carried her out, cradling her as if she might shatter, and laid her gently in the back seat. “Drive!”
FIONA'S POV.The sun poured through the window, bathing the room in golden light. I stretched my arms above my head and smiled to myself. The past few days had been peaceful, almost like a dream. The couple who had taken me in were kind, their warm smiles and gentle voices making me feel safe. For the first time in a long while, I felt free. I busied myself organizing the small space they’d given me. The bed was neatly made, and my clothes were folded into the old wooden dresser by the corner. I glanced around the room, feeling a sense of accomplishment. Everything looked perfect. On the bedside table, a vase held a single sunflower. I had picked it from the garden that morning, and its bright yellow petals seemed to brighten the entire room. I hummed a tune as I moved about, wiping down surfaces and arranging the few belongings I had. My heart felt light, and I couldn’t remember the last time I’d felt so content. As I placed a book on the small shelf by the window, a sudden n
MARCELLUS’ POV.The early morning sun barely lit up the study when I slammed the report onto my desk. My head was pounding, my patience stretched thin. Days of searching and still no sign of Fiona. It was unacceptable. Made me feel more miserable.I barely slept a wink, it had begun taking its toll on me, I felt miserable, I was the alpha and yet I couldn't even find my mate, just one thing that finally belonged to me, one person with whom I shared my soul with was never to be foundMy incompetence mocked me, Raphael had searched around the mountains, and the woods, and extended his armies yet nothing had been found, and now it was draining me,I rubbed my temples, trying to make sense of the scattered leads my men had brought in. Each report felt like a dead end, a cruel reminder that she was slipping further out of my grasp. The thought of her out there alone, unprotected, drove me mad. A knock on the door broke my thoughts. “Enter,” I barked, my tone harsher than I intended. T
MARCELLUS POV. The warm sunlight brushed against my face, nudging me awake. My eyes fluttered open, and for a moment, I felt disoriented. The soft, unfamiliar bed beneath me, the faint smell of lavender in the air—it was nothing like the cold, suffocating walls of the pack house I had known. Slowly, the events of the past day pieced themselves together in my mind. I had run away. I had been found. I sat up, the cozy quilt slipping off my shoulders. The room around me was simple but inviting, with wooden furniture and a vase of fresh flowers by the window. It felt strange to wake up in a place that didn’t carry the weight of judgment or whispers behind closed doors. A part of me wanted to sink back into the bed and never leave. Voices from downstairs caught my attention, and I climbed out of bed, stretching my stiff limbs. My borrowed dress hung neatly over the chair, a soft blue fabric that smelled like detergent and warmth. As I slipped it on, I couldn’t help but feel a flicker
MARCELLUS’ POV The search continued, not seeming to end soon. Every passing hour without a single lead on Fiona's whereabouts chipped away at my mental stability. Reports came in regularly—territories checked, patrols doubled—but they all said the same thing: no trace of her. My frustration was increasing, not at the effort of my men, but at myself. I had failed her. Sitting in my study, the air felt heavy with the weight of my decisions. I stared at the phone in my hand, my thumb hovering over Raphael’s contact. I had already called him earlier, several times, but there had been no answer. I couldn’t wait any longer. Swallowing my pride, I dialed his number again, pacing the length of the room as it rang. One ring. Two. Five. Still nothing. My hand clenched around the phone, and I nearly hurled it across the room. But then I stopped myself, letting out a frustrated sigh. I couldn’t afford to lose control now. Not when Fiona was still out there, alone and possibly in danger.
MARCELLUS’ POV The study was dim, lit only by the soft, flickering glow of the fire. Shadows danced on the walls as I stared at the mountain of paperwork in front of me. Documents about rogue sightings, territorial disputes, and pack finances lay scattered across the desk. They demanded my attention, yet my mind refused to focus. I leaned back in my chair, pinching the bridge of my nose. The weight of my responsibilities pressed down on me like an iron chain. Every decision felt heavier these days, and no matter how hard I worked, the burdens only seemed to grow. And then there was Fiona. Her face, her voice, her very existence haunted me. Every time I closed my eyes, I saw her. But I had no right to think of her, no right to care—not after what I’d done to her. The sharp rap of knuckles against the door startled me from my thoughts. I frowned, irritation rising. “Who is it?” I barked. Before I could receive an answer, the door burst open, and Darla stormed in. Her urgency wa
DARLA’S POV. The journey back to the pack house was filled with mixed emotions. Leaving my parents behind was never easy, especially when my mother was still recovering. But I’d done everything I could for her, ensuring she had the medicine and care she needed before I left. As I approached the pack grounds, the familiar sights and sounds of home greeted me. The towering trees, the scattered houses, the faint rustle of the wind—it was all comforting yet tinged with a sense of unease. Something felt off, though I couldn’t quite place what. After handing my bags to a nearby omega to take to my quarters, I made my way inside the pack house. The grand halls were quiet, the air thick with tension. It wasn’t unusual, given the recent events—the Luna ceremony, Raphael’s departure, and the ever-present whispers of unrest. I headed straight for my room, hoping to freshen up and settle in before checking on Fiona. The thought of her brought a small smile to my face. Fiona had always been
FIONA'S POV.The city lights blurred in the distance as I trudged down the road, my legs feeling like they would give out any moment. The cold bit at my skin through my thin sweater, and my stomach growled angrily, reminding me that I hadn’t eaten since the night before. I kept moving, though every step felt heavier than the last. The sound of passing cars in the distance grew faint as I stumbled further into what seemed like a quiet neighborhood. The towering buildings gave way to smaller homes, their windows glowing warmly against the night. But I didn’t belong here. I didn’t belong anywhere. A sharp pain shot through my foot, and I winced, realizing I’d stepped on a jagged rock. I leaned against a nearby tree, my vision blurring as exhaustion finally caught up to me. The last thing I remembered was the world tilting and the ground rushing up to meet me. --- When I opened my eyes, I was no longer outside. Instead, I found myself in a small, cozy room. The walls were pain
FIONA’S POV I woke up to the sound of Maya’s hesitant knock on my door. My body felt heavy, as if I’d been carrying a weight too big for me to bear. The moment I opened my eyes, the room felt colder and emptier. Something was wrong, but I didn’t know what.“Come in,” I croaked, my voice hoarse from last night’s tears.Maya stepped in, her eyes darting nervously. She was wringing her hands, and the look on her face sent a chill down my spine.“Miss Fiona,” she started, her voice trembling, “I… I thought you should know. Raphael… he’s gone. He left early this morning. I overheard the guards talking. He’s not coming back to the pack.”Her words hit me like a punch to the stomach. My heart sank, and my vision blurred with tears I hadn’t realized were forming. “He’s gone?” I whispered, my voice shaking.Maya nodded, her expression full of pity. “Yes, miss. He left for his own pack. He didn’t tell anyone goodbye.”I sat there, frozen, as the reality of her words sank in. Raphael had left w