Veronica’s POVThe morning light made me open my eyes slightly, as I awakened from my slumber my hand fell to the other side of the bed. The feeling of the empty side next to me made me sit up. The night before flooded my mind, could it have been a dream? It felt all so real, the warm embrace of Logan, holding me so soft and comforting. The feeling that we shared in that moment. I rubbed my eyes, removing the sleep from them. The feeling of him holding me still felt so real, the feeling of being cared for and the feeling of feeling wanted. I scanned the room, the sense of emptiness settled over me.Logan was gone.A sigh of disappointment filled the air. Then I spotted a neatly folded piece of paper lying on the bedside table. With hesitation I reached out and unfolded it. I never saw his handwriting before, it was neat. Each stroke, written delicately.“Veronica,I apologise for not being there when you woke up. Something important came up at work, and had to rush out. Please don’t
Veronica’s POVMia stood with her arms crossed and a clear indication that she was not happy to see me. The tension in the air thickened and our eyes met. Her eyes were always cold and distant, but this time her gaze was filled with a fury I hadn't seen before. Fear started to take over my body, I didn’t know what to expect from her. Not knowing what words would escape her mouth, nor what she would do to me.“Veronica,” She she spat out my name like a curse, “It’s a fucking honor to see you.” Sarcasm filled her tone.“I…” I took a big breath trying to gather the courage to tell her off. But, nothing. It was like my words were frozen.“You what? Decided to abandon your pack, and go live a good life.” She said as she made air quotes. “Because of you. Because of your betrayal to our pack, your father had to pay the price.”It felt a punch in my gut as the words left her mouth. My father. What price did my father have to pay? And I didn’t decide to leave, I was forced to leave. I was told
Logan’s POVAs I held Veronica gently in my arms, feeling her fear and hurt that shook her body as she cried. Her cries broke my heart, I hated to see her like this. I hoped that her leaving that horrible place would bring her solace not heartache. “Little one,” I murmured softly as I stroked her hair gently. “Everything is alright now. You're safe here.”She slowly looked up at me, her eyes puffy and red. I held her face in my hands, our eyes locking with each other. At that moment time seemed to stand still. I could see she had questions, the uncertainty to trust me.Without thinking, I leaned forward, pressing my lips gently against hers. She didn’t resist, didn’t pull back. The kiss was tender, filled with reassurance and comfort. She was tense and stiff for a moment, then she relaxed in her touch.When we finally pulled back, I gazed into her eyes. With my thumb I wiped away her remaining tears that were still lingering on her cheek. “Little one.” I whispered, my voice husky wit
Veronica’s POVWaking up I futtered my eyes to the soft light filtering through the curtains. Scanning the room, I noticed that Logan wasn’t next to me anymore. I sighed, turning onto my back, I stared at the ceiling. A strange feeling of emptiness started to consume me. His absence made my heart fill with sadness. I was always so used to waking up alone, but this morning was different. I felt different. I lingered in the bed for a few more moments, before gathering the willingness to get up. Today was another day that I had to meet with Grace to continue my lessons. She had been helping me so much to help me refine my manners and present myself better. Though it hasn’t been easy, I was not willing to give up. I had to continue and be the true lady I have to be.After getting dressed in a beautiful but yet simple dress, I made my way to the study. As I walked to the study, the silence of the morning was only broken by the echo of my footsteps. When I finally made it to the study, I w
Logan’s POVA few hours had passed as I buried myself into my work, thinking of a plan to keep my pack safe. Then Andrew burst into my office, his face flushed with panic and anger. Without knocking, Andrew flung open the door, making me startle.“She’s gone, Alpha!” Andrew said as he tried to catch his breath. Barely pausing he continued, “Vernonia is gone. She is nowhere to be found. And, we found Grace tied up, locked in a room in your house!”My heart sank, my eyes widened in shock, “What? How-”“I have no idea!” He cut me off, pacing back and forth. His hands rubbing his head. “There was no sign of intrusion. Whoever did this, thought clearly and precisely. They knew what they were doing. Grace… Was shaken up, but she wasn’t hurt.”I stood up abruptly, my mind filled with questions and anger, “Veronica?”“I’m sorry Sir. But, there is no sign of her.”Clenching my fists, my gaze fixed on my desk, “Whoever took her won’t get away with this. Find Veronica. Now!”Andrew nodded, alrea
Veronica’s POVI started to wake up, my mind foggy as I tried to make sense of my surroundings. The cold, damp air clung to my skin, making me shiver. The sight of a bulb flickering above my head made the room feel more like a prison. I tried to move but the chains binding my wrists and ankles echoed through the small room. Panic started to take hold of my body. My breaths became unsteady and restless, but I forced myself to remain calm, focused on the voices that were in the distance. Shia’s voice was unmistakable, sharp. I could hear the cold and venom in her tone of voice. The other voice was a man, it sounded very familiar but I was too disorientated to make out who it was.Everything happened too fast. The abduction was almost a blur. I noticed that they were talking about something important, but they were too far to clearly make out what they were saying. All that I knew was they were serious, by the way of their tones. My thoughts raced as I listened, trying to piece togethe
Veronica’s POVMy voice was cracking as I whispered, my desperate plea was left with the deafening silence.The cold metal of the chains started to eat into my wrists. This was starting to feel like a horrible nightmare that I just couldn’t seem to wake up from. I knew there was no use in hoping for a miracle. I wanted, needed to get out of here.Closing my eyes, I focused on steadying my breaths. Now wasn't the time to let my fears take over. I had to think clearly, to find a way out. Marcus and Shia wouldn’t be gone for too long, I didn’t want to think about what they might do to me. If they would go against Logan to kidnap me, who knows what they would actually do to me when given the opportunity. Taking in the surroundings once more, searching for anything that I could use. The room was empty, only a little flickering lightbulb. But, in the distance, in one of the corners was a rusty old nail. It wasn’t much, but it will have to do. Shifting my body, they sound of the chains sou
Veronica’s POVMy voice was cracking as I whispered, my desperate plea was left with the deafening silence.The cold metal of the chains started to eat into my wrists. This was starting to feel like a horrible nightmare that I just couldn’t seem to wake up from. I knew there was no use in hoping for a miracle. I wanted, needed to get out of here.Closing my eyes, I focused on steadying my breaths. Now wasn't the time to let my fears take over. I had to think clearly, to find a way out. Marcus and Shia wouldn’t be gone for too long, I didn’t want to think about what they might do to me. If they would go against Logan to kidnap me, who knows what they would actually do to me when given the opportunity. Taking in the surroundings once more, searching for anything that I could use. The room was empty, only a little flickering lightbulb. But, in the distance, in one of the corners was a rusty old nail. It wasn’t much, but it will have to do. Shifting my body, they sound of the chains sou