Chapter NineteenDeclan’s POVI woke with a jump, my heart pounding in my chest as sweat soaked my sheets. Another nightmare, another sleepless night. The memories of that fateful night of the fire accident haunted me relentlessly, refusing to let me find peace even in my dreams.Pushing myself out of bed, I paced the length of my room, the weight of the memories heavy in my mind. My eyes fell upon the shattered photo lying on the floor, and a surge of anger welled up inside me. How dare Kendall intrude upon my space like this?Cursing under my breath, I bent down to pick up the broken pieces, careful to avoid the jagged edges that could cut me. As I did, I felt a sharp sting in my toe, and I winced in pain. Irritated, I tossed the broken photo aside, my frustration mounting quickly.Kendall. The mere thought of her filled me with a rage that threatened to explode out of me. She was the reason my parents were dead, the reason I had been robbed of a normal childhood. And yet, fate had
Chapter TwentyKendall’s POVAs the realization settled in that Declan would never love me, no matter how hard I tried, a sense of desperation washed over me. I couldn’t continue living in this endless cycle of rejection and humiliation. I needed to take matters into my own hands.With Declan away at a meeting in another pack, I saw an opportunity to enact my plan. I knew that he desired an heir, someone to carry on his legacy. Perhaps, if I could give him that, he would finally see me in a different light.I made my way to his bedroom, my heart pounding with nervous anticipation. The room felt suffocating, but I pushed aside my doubts, determined to see my plan through.As I waited for his return, I busied myself with preparations, arranging the room in an attempt to create a romantic atmosphere. I wanted tonight to be special, a moment that would change everything between us.As I waited in the room, my heart raced with nervous anticipation. I knew what I was about to do was risky,
Chapter Twenty-oneKendall’s POVAs Olivia entered the room, her trembling form caught my attention immediately. Without a moment’s hesitation, I rushed over to her. “Olivia, what happened? Are you okay?” I asked, my voice filled with worry, even though I hated the sight of her.But before she could respond, Declan appeared in the doorway, his presence commanding attention. “Olivia,” he called out, his voice soft yet authoritative.Olivia’s eyes lit up at the sound of his voice, and she hurried over to him, collapsing into his arms. I watched in silence as Declan wrapped his arms around Olivia, comforting her with his embrace.The sight of them together, so intimate and familiar, filled me with a strange mix of emotions. Jealousy, anger, and confusion swirled within me, threatening to overwhelm my senses.Declan lifted Olivia effortlessly, cradling her in his arms as he carried her out of the room. I couldn’t tear my gaze away from them, the ache in my chest growing with each step the
Chapter Twenty-twoKendall’s POVI woke up the next morning with a heavy heart, the events of the previous night weighing on my mind like a crushing weight. Declan’s betrayal stung like a fresh wound, but despite the pain, I couldn’t bring myself to give up on him just yet. I refused to let Olivia come between us, no matter what it took.Determined to confront Olivia about her presence in the house, I marched towards the room Declan had now put her, my anger simmering just beneath the surface.As I reached her door, I took a deep breath to steady my nerves before knocking loudly. The door swung open, and Olivia stood before me, a look of smug satisfaction on her face. “What do you want?” she sneered.Ignoring her hostility, I squared my shoulders and met her gaze. “I want to know why you’re here,” I demanded, my voice steady despite the anger boiling within me. “And I want to know what your intentions are with Declan.”Olivia’s lips curled into a mocking smile, and she crossed her ar
Chapter Twenty-threeKendall’s POVAs I sat at the desk, trying to focus on the papers Declan had assigned to me, a dull pain suddenly shot through my abdomen, causing me to cry out in agony.Tears streamed down my cheeks as the pain intensified, leaving me feeling dizzy and disoriented. Something was terribly wrong, but I couldn’t figure out what.I felt utterly defeated as I sat at the desk, staring blankly at the papers before me. No matter how hard I worked, no matter how much effort I put in, it seemed like everything was destined to fall apart.Olivia’s presence loomed over me like a dark cloud. I tried to push aside the hurt and frustration, to focus on the paperwork, but the pain in my chest only grew stronger with each passing moment.It started as a dull ache, but soon it became a sharp, stabbing sensation that made it hard to breathe. I clutched at my chest, gasping for air as tears streamed down my cheeks.I reached out to Declan through the mindlink, desperate for his hel
Chapter Twenty-fourCaden’s POV As Kendall passed out in my arms, fear had gripped me. I’d held her close, feeling her heartbeat erratic beneath my touch. Panic threatened to consume me as I struggled to remain calm and focused.I had tried to reach Declan through our mindlink, but there was only silence on the other end. His walls were up, impenetrable, leaving me feeling helpless and frustrated.Carrying Kendall to the hospital as quickly as I could, my heart pounded with worry every step of the way. When the doctor finally checked her condition, my fears were confirmed. Kendall was under extreme stress, and her body was on the verge of shutting down.As the doctor tended to her, I stepped outside the room, feeling a surge of anger and frustration coursing through me. How could Declan be so careless? How could he let Kendall reach this point of exhaustion and despair?I clenched my fists, cursing under my breath as I tried to make sense of it all. It didn’t take long for me to real
Chapter Twenty-fiveKendall’s POVAs I lay in the hospital bed, my mind was swirling with a sea of emotions. Caden’s words echoed in my head, each one striking a chord deep within me. How could Declan do this to me?After everything I had done for him, after all the sacrifices I had made, he still chose to be with Olivia. It was like a knife to the heart, a betrayal I couldn’t bear to even understand.Eventually, I couldn’t take it anymore. I needed to get out of this place, away from the suffocating walls and the memories that haunted me at every turn. I turned to the doctor, my voice steady despite the turmoil inside me.“I want to go home,” I said, my tone firm and resolute.The doctor nodded, understanding flickering in his eyes. “Alright, Kendall,” he said kindly. “I’ll arrange for your discharge right away.”“Kendall, are sure about this? Perhaps you should rest more here?” Caden said standing up, concern etched on his face and he glanced from me to the doctor.The doctor nodded
Chapter Twenty-sixKendall’s POVAs Declan whisked Olivia away from the room, holding her hand tightly, I stood there in shock, my heart sinking with each step they took. The sight of them together filled me with a sense of jealousy and anger.I watched helplessly as they disappeared down the hallway. Turning away from the empty doorway, I caught sight of Caden leaning against the wall, his expression etched with concern.I moved towards him, eager to confide in him and seek comfort in his presence, but he turned away before I could utter a word. His sudden dismissal left me feeling even more alone.Frustration simmered in me as I watched Caden retreat, his figure leaving me with more questions than answers. What was he thinking? Why did he seem so distant all of a sudden?After a while, I just shook my head, pushing aside my concerns for the moment. I had more pressing matters to attend to. Determined to take control of my life, I began to formulate a plan to rid myself of Olivia onc
EpilogueWith their love reaffirmed and their bond stronger than ever, Declan and I embarked on a new chapter of our lives together. In just a few short days, surrounded by our loved ones, we exchanged vows and pledged our hearts to each other in marriage. It was a day filled with laughter, tears, and overwhelming joy, as we celebrated our love and commitment to each other.And then, four months later, our joy knew no bounds as I gave birth to twin boys, healthy and strong, who bore a striking resemblance to their father. Holding them in my arms for the first time, I felt a sense of completeness wash over me, knowing that our family was now complete.A week later, as the moonlight filtered through the curtains of our quarters, causing a warmth over the room, I stood watching our twin boys sleep peacefully in their crib. Their tiny chests rose and fell in perfect rhythm, a sight that never failed to fill my heart with warmth and gratitude.Suddenly, I felt Declan’s presence behind me.
Chapter 150Declan’s POVAs the sun painted the sky in colors of red and orange, our pack returned to our home, weary but victorious. With Kendall and her mother by my side, we made our way back to the safety of our camp, the weight of our recent battles slowly lifting from our shoulders.That night, we gathered together for a feast, a celebration of our hard-won victory. The air was filled with laughter and music as we ate and drank, the scent of roasted meat and spiced wine mingling in the air.Around the fire, our pack members shared tales of bravery and triumph, their voices raised in joyful celebration. Kendall’s mother, her face illuminated by the flickering flames, shared stories of her own, her words a testament to the strength and resilience of our pack.As the night wore on, the tension of our recent battles faded into the background, replaced by a sense unity. For the first time in what felt like ages, we were able to relax and enjoy each other’s company, free from the con
Chapter 149Declan’s POVAs the excitement and rejoicing of our victory began to fade, I knew there was still one matter that needed to be addressed. I gathered everyone in the camp, their eyes fixed on me with a mixture of anticipation and apprehension.“Friends,” I began, my voice carrying across the clearing, “we have emerged victorious from this battle. But there is still one question that remains unanswered: what should we do with him?” I asked, pointing to my father-in-law bounded in chains.A murmur of voices erupted from the crowd. Some called for mercy, while others demanded justice. But as I looked around, I could see the steely determination in their eyes. They knew as well as I did that Kendall’s father was a threat that could not be ignored.Turning to Kendall, I sought her counsel, knowing that her opinion held weight among our people. “Kendall,” I said, my voice gentle yet firm, “what do you think we should do?”Kendall’s gaze was steady as she met mine, her expression
Chapter 148Declan’s POVAs the battle raged around us, I caught sight of Kendall’s mother among the chaos. My heart skipped a beat at the sight of her, a sense of dread flooding through me.What could she be doing here? I asked myself. Before I could approach her, she met my gaze with an expression. She approached me, her eyes filled with a fierce determination.“I can help weaken them,” she said, her voice steady. “But I need your men to attack fiercely when the time is right.”I nodded, understanding the gravity of her words. Even though she appeared weak and powerless, Kendall’s mother was a force to be reckoned with, her unique blend of werewolf and witch abilities giving her a power unlike any other.As she began her chants, I watched in awe as the magic began to take effect. The rogues fell to the ground, their movements sluggish and uncoordinated. The rest of our warriors seemed strengthened by the rogues’ weakness, their attacks more focused and precise.With a renewed sense
Chapter 147Kendall’s POVI sat in the small tent, my heart heavy with worry and fear for Declan and the men at war. The sounds of battle echoed in the distance, every sound sending shivers down my spine.As I prayed for their safety, a wounded warrior stumbled into the tent, his face pale and painted with blood. He gasped for breath, his words tumbling out in a rush.“We’re losing,” he said, his voice trembling with fear. “Your father… he’s using the rogues. They’re tearing through our men like… like nothing I’ve ever seen.”My heart sank at his words, a cold knot of dread forming in the pit of my stomach. I knew what it meant if my father succeeded in taking over our pack. We would become slaves, forced to bend to his will or face the consequences.The others in the tent looked at each other with wide eyes, the weight of the news sinking in. We were facing a force unlike anything any of us had ever encountered before, and the possibility of defeat seemed all too real now.But even i
Chapter 146Kendall’s POVOver the next hours, the palace courtyard buzzed with the energy of warriors readying themselves for battle. Guns were loaded , swords sharpened, and strategies were whispered among the ranks.Declan had ordered all women to stay back, to tend to the wounded who might make it back, but I had no intention of staying behind.Declan stood before me, his eyes filled with worry. “Kendall, you need to stay back with the others. It’s not safe for you and the baby to be out there.”I shook my head. “I can’t do that, Declan. These are my people. I can’t just sit back and watch them suffer the consequences of my father’s actions.”His face hardened with frustration. “It’s not just about them. It’s about you and our child. I can’t lose you, Kendall.”“I understand that, but if there’s going to be a war, I need to be there. I need to try and save as many people as I can. I’ve known these people all my life. I can’t abandon them now.”Declan sighed, running a hand through
Chapter 145Declan’s POVBack at the palace, the weight of Caden’s betrayal pressed heavily on my mind. Kendall and I couldn’t shake the horror of the things we saw, along with knowing that my best friend had been working with the enemy all along.We sat in the guest room given to us. Kendall’s eyes reflected my worry, her presence both a comforting and a reminder of the gravity of our situation.I had always relied on Caden, counted on him to have my back, and now that foundation had been destroyed by his greed and betrayal. I suspected Kendall’s father promised him control over my pack in exchange for his alliance.“I can’t believe it,” Kendall whispered softly. “How could he do this to you? To the pack?”I shook my head, the anger and hurt boiling within me. “I don’t know, Kendall. I thought I knew him, trusted him with everything. But now…”“I trusted him too, I sincerely thought he was my friend.” Kendall chimed in.My voice trailed off as I clenched my fists, trying to contain
Chapter 144Declan’s POVMy mind raced as the gravity of what we’d uncovered settled in. Turning humans into Lycans and placing them under his control—Kendall’s father was trying to resurrect an ancient power for his own gain. The implications were deadly.Just as we were about to leave, we heard footsteps through the corridor. We exchanged a panicked glance and quickly sought cover behind a large machine. The outside door creaked open, and my heart nearly stopped when Kendall’s father walked in.“Stay quiet,” I whispered, barely moving my lips. Kendall nodded, her face pale with fear.We peered through the gaps in the factory, watching as her father surveyed the lab with his men. He moved with a confidence that showed his confidence in the security of this place. He approached the table we had been examining and began rifling through the papers, humming to himself.“He has no idea we’re here,” Kendall mouthed, her eyes wide. I nodded, grateful we had locked the door when we entered.
Chapter 143Kendall’s POVThe atmosphere of the basement was thick with dust too, and the echo of our footsteps was the only sound in the emptiness.It looked like a factory, with machines and equipment, more sophisticated than the ones we saw above, spread around.“This place is huge,” I murmured almost to myself. “It feels like we’re in the wrong place.”Declan’s brow furrowed as he scanned the room. “We might not be. The spy said this was the place. We need to figure out what is going on here.”I couldn’t shake the feeling that we might have been led into a trap. “What if he set us up, Declan? What if my father knew we were coming and had the spy mislead us?”Declan shook his head, his eyes sharp and focused. “I don’t think so. I can sense something. There’s more to this place than meets the eye.”I nodded, trusting his instincts. We began to search through the factory, moving cautiously through the huge space.As we moved deeper, I noticed a section of the floor that looked differ