PENELOPE~ ~"One… two… and three!" I slumped to the ground after freezing on air by squatting for some minutes, panting.Wiping the sweat dripping down my eyebrow, I rushed to gulp down some water.Oh well! The day finally came. The day Giovanni would finally take over in personally training me.I was all bundle of nerves. I fidgeted with my hair, my training gear, trying to appear presentable.Why was I even concerned about what his opinion about me would be like?Sighing for an umpeenth time, I straightened my shoulders and then turned to see Giovanni making his way into the training hall, a smile on his face."Hey!" I blurted and he sent a wink."Good morning, pretty lady. Did you sleep well?" He asked, untying his boots and I gave a slow nod, feeling giddy and watching him."Did… did you sleep well too?" I noticed how full his eyes appeared.He gave a little smile before shrugging, saying nothing."Perhaps that's a yes?* I give an uncertain expression and watched him nod.."Are yo
PENELOPE ~ ~"Mmh…" I moaned."Is it delicious?" Oliveria asked, giving me hopeful eyes."Yes dear." I smiled and then moaned when the taste hit my taste buds again.Dipping the flakes of the fish in the rich, buttery sauce, I hummed in satisfaction.Oliveria is such a good cook.Oliveria dug into her rice and began to eat."How's little Hana coping with Nate?" I dab my mouth, before taking a sip from the lime juice.Oliveria's movement stopped for some seconds before she resumed eating.With a mouthful of food, she hummed. "They're guff and they seemf to interag well–""Jeez, Oliveria, can you swallow what's in your mouth? I can't comprehend a thing you said."She slowly swallowed before drinking water and then leaned back in the chair. "I said they're good and they seem to interact well with each other." She averted my gaze, and moved to munch on her fish.Her expression does nothing but reveal the unsaid plight she was feeling."Do you keep in contact with Nate? What's your communi
GIOVANNI ~ ~Fuck! I am exhausted.I reclined on the chair, while the pile of paperwork sat on the table before me like a mountain of despair. Each piece of paper seemed to glare up at me, taunting me with its endless rows of numbers and words.My eyes ached from staring at the tiny print, and my head throbbed from the weight of all the information. I wanted nothing more than to sweep the entire pile off the table, to watch it float down like snowflakes or vanish into the air. But I knew that was impossible - the documents were too important to be discarded so carelessly. I sighed and reached for another document, hearing the door click open and then shut."Got you coffee." Nate said, placing the cup beside me, and then took a chair.I sighed for the umpeenth time, glaring at the files like they were the enemies."So many pack reports…" Nate murmured, picking some of the files and swiping at their pages. "This one states about how the pack has strengthened their security and easily br
PENELOPE ~ ~I lay on the ground, panting heavily, the boxing pad still clutched tightly in my palms. Sweat dripped down my face, stinging my eyes, as I struggled to catch my breath. With a sigh, I closed my eyes, seeking solace in the cool breeze that brushed against my skin.Moments passed, and I began to notice a change in the air around me. A strange, bone-chilling coldness seeped into my exhausted body, causing me to shiver uncontrollably. I frowned, my brow furrowing in confusion, trying to comprehend the sudden change in temperature.The cold only continued to grow, and a feeling of unease began to creep into my mind. I jolted awake, my eyes snapping open to find the sky darkening, even as it was still daytime. A feeling of dread washed over me.I staggered to my feet, my muscles protesting against the sudden movement. My gaze darted around, searching for any sign of an explanation for the bizarre turn of events. The air grew colder still, and a sense of impending doom loomed o
GIOVANNI ~ ~"Enough!" I roared, and everywhere instantly turned quiet.My heart was aching so much that it was as if someone was using a drilling machine on my heart. The betrayal had come unexpectedly, and it almost swept me off my feet.Reasons I did no shit with emotions. Try to make strong men like me weak! Look at me struggling to comprehend and take in what had just happened right in front of my eyes. The bloodthirst growing in my fucking throat. I should have killed that asshole that touched her, and then deal with Penelope for playing with my feelings.Was I in love with her?Absofucklutely no!But there was this burning sensation that kept squeezing my heart, which was generated by several thoughts of other things they might have done before I arrived.I glared at her with utmost contempt. I thought she was different? She was just the same!Like the fucking rest of them.It made my heart squeeze more.I continued to glare at Penelope, my anger so intense it felt like it coul
PENELOPE~ ~I could see the panic start to set in as the color drained from Jannie's face. Her eyes darted around the room, as if searching for a way out.Her hands began to tremble, and she started to fidget with her clothes, her fingers shaking as she tried to still them. Her breathing became shallow and rapid, and I could see her chest heaving with each breath. She looked like she was about to break down, her composure starting to crumble under the pressure."Are you alright over there, Jannie? You seem to be sweating right now?" I pinpoint, a mischievous smirk on my face, and everyone turned to stare at her.Jannie took some steps back, almost wobbling before she steadied herself. She gave a nervous laugh, looking around her before waving. "You… guys can't possibly believe her. Penelope, you're insane! Isn't this such a gullible story?""We don't care if that is a gullible story or not, all she asked was if you were ready to try it. Give a yes or a no!" Iris grated out, pinning Ja
PENELOPE ~ ~The morning sun peeked through the window, casting a warm glow on the room. The birds outside chirped in unison, their sweet melodies filling the air. As I slowly regained consciousness, the rumble of several cars being warmed up in the mansion's driveway seeped through the closed windows.A splitting headache throbbed in my temples as I groaned, trying to sit up. My eyes fluttered open, and I realized I had fallen asleep on the ground. I curled into a fetal position, trying to shield my throbbing head from the light.Beside me lay an empty glass bottle of alcohol I must have taken from Giovanni's bar, its label glinting in the sunlight. As my gaze traveled around me, I noticed the shattered remains of a tumbler scattered on the floor above my head, glinting in the morning light.I rubbed my temples, the throbbing intensifying with each passing moment. Next, a knock landed hard on the door, making me wince. I could barely stand, my brain was about to explode."Who's there
GIOVANNI ~ ~Penelope's expression morphed into one of surprise before quickly changing into anger.As I met her gaze, a sharp pang struck my chest, squeezing it painfully. The expression on her face felt suffocating and agonizing, like a weight pressing down on me. I knew a storm was about to break loose. Her mouth began to form words, sharp and cutting, ready to snap at me.Before she could speak, to unleash her fury, I acted on pure instinct, pulling her into a tight hug. A gasp escaped her lips, her body stiffening in surprise. I trembled, overwhelmed by the rush of emotions. My wolf growled within me, a mix of happiness and fear swirling through him. He was delighted to finally have his mate in his arms again after a long separation.I shared in his emotions, feeling the grip of fear tightening around my heart. The fear of losing her, fear of facing rejection once more, fear of another man stealing her away from me haunted my mind. It was an uncontrollable surge of emotions, thre
GIOVANNI'S POV~My jaw clenched as I observed my warriors, their determination etched on their faces. My eyes gleamed with pride, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction as I watched them push themselves beyond their limits. "Keep going!" I shouted, my voice resonating with authority. "Remember, the enemy never sleeps. You must be prepared for anything!"One of the warriors faltered, gasping for breath, but I was there in an instant, grabbing him by the shoulders. "Never give up!" I roared, my eyes blazing with intensity. "You're stronger than you think!"He nodded, gathering his strength and rejoining the others. I watched, as they continued to fight, their bodies glistening with sweat.Suddenly, the air was pierced by the sound of my phone ringing. Nate approached, holding out the device. "Alpha, Luna has been trying to reach you," he said, his brow furrowed.My heart skipped a beat. I nodded curtly at Nate before turning to address my warriors. "Continue training! I ex
PENELOPE'S POV ~A few days passed, and despite Giovanni's efforts to convince me to talk to my father, I stood against it. The last thing I wanted was to get into a fight with Giovanni, so he let me be.My health had miraculously improved, and I could go about my daily activities without any problems. We had the most mind-blowing love-making and rough, dirty sessions throughout those days. Giovanni made me feel loved more than ever, and I didn't need a father popping out of nowhere to make me feel complete."Guess what, baby?" The door clicked open, and Giovanni strode in, holding a paper in his hand. He placed a kiss on my lips before sitting beside me. "What are you doing?"I looked down at the large book in my hand and shrugged. "As your wife and Luna, I think it's best to be familiar with all the fields you're in. I need to be your support everywhere, so I'm reading this book to gain more insights on how to run a business," I grinned at him, and he flashed me a proud smile, which
GIOVANNI'S POV~"Good morning, baby," I whispered, kissing her crown before sliding off the bed to answer the door.Upon checking who it was and seeing it was the maid, I gestured for her to lower her voice. I didn't want her to wake Penelope up."Good morning, Alpha," she bowed, and I nodded. "The meal has been prepared according to your request. Should I bring it up or leave it at the dining hall?" she asked.I hummed, glancing back at Penelope, who was still fast asleep."Just leave it downstairs. We'll be coming down," I informed her and closed the door before she could respond.I returned to Penelope to find her wide awake."Hey," she said, and I beamed."Hey." I climbed onto the bed and placed a chaste kiss on her lips. "Good morning. How are you, darling?"She hummed before snuggling closer to me. "I feel better. I'm sorry that you were stressed because of me," she apologized, and I found myself smiling even more."Stop. It's my responsibility to take good care of you. I'm glad
PENELOPE'S POV ~Giovanni gently slid me off him and tucked me beside him, covering my body with the sheets before pulling me closer."Talk to me now, baby. I'm all ears," he encouraged softly, his eyes filled with concern.I sighed and shut my eyes for a moment, gathering my courage before opening them again. "When I was 10, I remember when Violetta asked me to play with her. I didn't want to play in the woods because I knew Angus and his wife would be furious and punish me, so I rejected her idea and insisted we play indoors. But Violetta said she had gotten permission from her mother to play in the woods, so I reluctantly followed her."Giovanni listened attentively, his brow furrowed as he absorbed every word."We went into the woods, and Violetta wanted to mark the trees before we played. I waited for her, and when she returned, she said she had marked the trees to prevent us from getting lost. After playing for a while, I noticed boys flooding into the forest, heading towards ou
PENELOPE'S POV ~His eyes darkened, the pupils dilating with the weight of his memories. "He threatened her always," Giovanni said, his voice hoarse. "Made her miserable and even warned her not to birth weaklings like her. He warned her that if she ever birthed any omega, he was going to kill the kids."As I listened to the horror unfolding, I could almost picture the fear in his grandmother's eyes."Fortunately for my grandmother," Giovanni continued, "she gave birth to two strong Alphas."I heaved a slight sigh of relief at that and nodded my head."My uncle, who was the eldest, was killed during a rogue attack," Giovanni said, his voice laced with sadness, "so my father had to step in as the next Alpha. But despite having a strong son just like my grandfather wanted, the asshole kept beating up my mother, abused her mentally and physically, and wrecked her emotionally. She became a shadow of herself, so weak to defend herself."The room felt colder, as if a chilling breeze had swep
PENELOPE'S POV ~My mind awakens to a gentle rise and fall of a deep, rhythmic breathing. As my eyes fluttered open, I was met with the sight of a warm, huge figure beside me. It was Giovanni, his head gently resting on my breasts, his breathing slow and steady.My heart instantly filled with warmth and a deep sense of affection. I carefully shifted my arm, taking care not to disturb his rest, and gently placed a soft kiss on his lips. A soft smile crept across my face before I pulled away and just as I attempted to rise from the bed, I was struck by a sudden wave of soreness, my body protesting the movement.I tried to push past the aches, only to be thwarted by shaky, wobbling legs that refused to support me. A soft groan escaped my lips in frustration.Shit! Giovanni was a beast! I threw a glare at him before looking away.Glancing towards the window, I was met with the dark night sky, speckled with glimmering stars and a gentle half moon casting a soft glow into the room. My eyes
GIOVANNI'S POV~“This goes off." I pointed at her thong. Claiming her lips again, I climbed on the bed,trapping her with my legs on both sides of her. Then, I released her lips and took her hardened nipple into my mouth, biting on it until she cried out.“Giovanni, please…”A moan escaped her mouth as I slipped two fingers into her sweet pussy, while continuing to suck on her nipples. I wanted to feast onher. Her sweet scent was driving me insane… driving my wolf crazy as well. I finger-fucked her for a little while until she was gasping for breath. The sounds of her moans were like the most beautiful music. A moment later, I pulled out my fingers, and went down on my knees.Holding on tight, I pulled the thong down her beautiful thighs, and then dove my face right between her thighs. I was going to devour Penelope’s pussy—and the thrill of it just made me so fucking hard, my dick hurt.I lifted my gaze to find her staring down at me with her lips slightly parted, breathless. Her top
PENELOPE'S POV ~I close my eyes, and a dream pulls me in.A sun-kissed field unfolds before me, and my eyes are drawn to a small family under a towering oak tree.Alistair is there, younger, his eyes twinkling with warmth and affection. A woman sits beside him, her features mirroring mine. Their hands intertwined, their love, palpable.A child that looks very much like me, a little girl, darts around them, giggling, full of life. Her hair bounces with each bound, her face, a tiny echo of my own.A lump forms in my throat as I watch them. Their joy, their love, it’s a beacon, illuminating their world.The child, breathless and grinning, runs to Alistair, launching herself into his arms. His laugh is rich and deep, his love for her etched in every line of his face. She turns to the woman, her mother."Mommy, catch me!" she cries, before darting away, her laughter dancing on the breeze.Their love, it’s almost tangible, filling the field with warmth and joy. A family, bound by love.I w
PENELOPE'S POV ~Memphis captured Aurora, and he hurt her," Alistair continued, his voice wavering. "I saw it through my powers, and the pain I felt was unimaginable. I felt every blow, every agonizing moment twice over. She was dying, and so was I. I tried countless magic spells and relied on our bond, but I couldn't pinpoint her location..." He released a heavy sigh, and my heart clenched in my chest as I observed his torment.As he spoke, his voice trembled, each word cracking under the weight of his inner turmoil. It seemed as though he was on the verge of breaking down, and his distress was evident to everyone present.His shoulders sagged, the burden he carried nearly crushing him. His features twisted into a mask of hurt, his brows drawing together as he struggled to maintain his composure.I quickly averted my gaze, focusing on my toes as I bit my lip."Do you know why I haven't appeared for so many years, Penelope?" Alistair asked, prompting me to look up, though I remained s