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30. Not Again
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Chasing Redemption 31. When an Alpha Cries
WHEN AN ALPHA CRIES MILES’ POV The rain poured in relentless sheets, pounding against the windshield like it was trying to drown out the chaos in my head. I barely noticed. My grip on the steering wheel was so tight my knuckles had turned bone-white, and my jaw was clenched like a vice. The incessant ringing of my phone on the dashboard was another thing I ignored. Whoever it was could wait or better yet, stop calling. My mind was too consumed, too numb to care. Tears blurred my vision, spilling freely down my cheeks. I didn’t bother wiping them away. What was the point? I couldn’t think. Every attempt at a coherent thought splintered into a thousand pieces, leaving only the raw ache in my chest. The car sped through the rain, splashing water in wide arcs as I turned into my parents’ compound. The thunder growled overhead, and it matched the storm raging inside me. The headlights dimmed, and I saw my mother standing at the door. She must have been watching for me. The mome
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-04Chasing Redemption 32. Confessions
CONFESSIONS ROXY’S POV An hour ago... The nurse entered with a clipboard in hand, her face was calm as she checked my vitals. I smiled politely as she went about her work. Things were finally falling into place. After this hospital stint, Miles would have no choice but to take me into his home. I would play my cards just right, subtle, vulnerable, irresistible. He would have to love me. He just needed time to see that I was the one he truly belonged with. “You’re healing fast, Miss Chapman,” the nurse said, her tone almost impressed. “Quite impressive, really. If you keep this up, you’ll be discharged sooner than expected.” “Well, I guess I’m lucky it wasn’t too deep,” I replied with a nonchalant shrug. The nurse smiled. “Yes, it was just a surface wound. Whoever did this must have been in a hurry, especially since you called Alpha Miles so quickly.” I nodded with another smile, but inside, I scoffed. She didn’t need to know the intricacies of my plans. As the nurse packed up
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-06Chasing Redemption 33. Caught and Furious
CAUGHT AND FURIOUS MILES’ POV Roxy jumped off her bed the moment I walked into the room. Her face was soaked with tears, and had I not known who she really was, I would have fallen for her drama. But now that I knew, I saw the tears for what they really were: crocodile tears. “Oh, Miles!” she sobbed, rushing toward me. Before I could react, her arms snaked around me, and she pressed her head against my chest. “Thank the goddess you’re here. I was so scared. I’ve never been threatened like this in my life!” I stood rigid, refusing to return her embrace. My hands stayed by my sides, clenched tightly. The only thing stopping me from strangling her at that moment was the sheer force of my restraint. I was really, really putting a lid on my fury. “Let me see the messages,” I said with cold detachment. She sniffled and pulled back, looking very vulnerable. Wiping her cheeks with the back of her hand, she hurried to her bed and picked up her phone. She handed it to me with trembling fin
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-08Chasing Redemption 34. Love Stories
LOVE STORIES MILES’ POV “I didn’t just hurt Rhea,” I said, staring blankly at the amber liquid swirling in my glass. My voice was low, almost a whisper. “I was a monster to her.” Evans and Rico sat across from me, their faces mirroring the somber mood that had consumed the room. It had been three days since I confronted Roxy, since I nearly strangled her in a fit of rage. But even now, the ache in my chest refused to dull. A part of me still thought she didn’t deserve to be breathing after what she had done. We had caught the man Roxy hired to stab her, thanks to a nearby CCTV camera that captured him before he donned his hat. The truck driver who had rammed into my car confessed after some… gentle persuasion. It was Roxy who had hired him, all to repay some twisted favor. Both men were now locked in the pack’s holding cells, awaiting trial. Even Roxy’s mother hadn’t escaped justice. Her role in the conspiracy ensured she joined her daughter behind bars. Yet, none of it felt l
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-08Chasing Redemption 35. Regret
REGRET MILES’ POV FLASHBACK CONTINUES The room was dark, the only light was coming from the faint moonbeam filtering through the window. I sat in one corner with a half-empty bottle of whiskey on the table beside me. I saw her figure pause at the door for a moment, and her hand moved toward the switch. Moments later, the bedroom flooded with light, exposing me sitting there, sprawled on the couch like a predator waiting for its prey. Her wide eyes landed on me, and I could see the flicker of shock in them. Slowly, I raised my glass, drained the rest of the wine, and flashed her a grin that felt as sharp as a blade. This was our first night together as a couple, our wedding night, but I was about to make it unforgettable for her. “Wife,” I growled, my voice low and menacing. The word came out like venom, meant to sting. Her fingers fidgeted with the hem of her dress; her gaze fixed on the floor. “Is there anything you want me to do for you?” she asked softly, her voice barely
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-09Chasing Redemption 36. A Night at the Ball
A NIGHT AT THE BALL RHEA’S POV I stood by the window, staring out into the stormy night. Rain drummed steadily on the roof. Droplets slid down the glass in uneven patterns, illuminated by occasional flashes of lightning streaking across the dark sky. I wrapped my arms around myself, trying to ward off the chill creeping into my heart. Memories I thought I had buried began surfacing, one by one. No matter how much I promised myself I wouldn’t cry over Miles anymore, the pain had a way of sneaking in when I least expected it. Tears welled up, stinging my eyes as the storm outside continued. FLASHBACK Miles strode into the ballroom, leaving me trailing behind like a stray dog. My heels were elegant but also merciless and I struggled to keep up with him. This was our first ball as a married couple, and Miles was supposed to introduce me to the other Alphas and high-ranking werewolves as his wife and Luna. But I doubted he would do that. He didn’t even bother to hide his disd
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-10Chasing Redemption 37. Cold Nights, Colder Hearts
COLD NIGHTS, COLDER HEARTS RHEA’S POV FLASHBACK CONTINUES “What the hell was that?” Miles snapped, turning to face me. His eyes blazed with an intensity that made me shrink back slightly. We were now inside his car after the party, about to go home. He had dismissed his driver, opting to drive himself. He hadn’t been able to reach me after that dance with Alpha Zane because another Alpha had caught his attention as he approached me. Instead, he had carried the anger until after the party. And here we were about to have this dreaded conversation. “What was what?” I asked, trying to keep my voice firm and nonchalant, though I could hear the slight tremor in my words. “You know exactly what I’m talking about,” he growled, his tone low and dangerous. “Dancing with Zane? Letting him put his hands on you?” I frowned, confusion and frustration bubbling to the surface. “Why does it matter to you, Miles? You ignored me all night. You’ve made it abundantly clear you don’t care abo
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-10Chasing Redemption 38. The Verdict
THE VERDICT MILES’ POV A month later... Elder Aldric Silvermane cleared his throat and scanned the council room. The room fell silent as he began: “Roxy Chapman, you stand before the Wolf Council accused of grave crimes that strike at the heart of pack law and harmony. These crimes are not minor transgressions; they are deliberate and malicious acts that endangered lives, undermined leadership, and tore at the fabric of our society. The charges against you are as follows: identity theft, attempted murder, conspiracy to commit murder, fraudulent manipulation, endangering pack stability, false reporting, and the misuse of pack resources. Each of these charges has been supported by substantial evidence, witness testimony, and your own actions. The Council finds you guilty on all counts. Guilty of stealing Luna Rhea’s identity to advance your ambitions. Guilty of hiring someone to ram into Alpha Miles’ car, an act that could have cost him his life. Guilty of orchestrating a staged
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Chasing Redemption Team Sekani
Team SekaniMILES’ POV Taking Sekani to his game was the highlight of my day. We weren’t exactly on the same page yet, but I could tell, he was glad I came. He didn’t say it outright, but it was in his eyes, in the way he kept glancing over from the field like he wanted to be sure I was still there.The sun bathed the school field in warm, golden light, casting long shadows over the grass. Kids ran in every direction, their colorful jerseys flashing with movement. Sekani didn’t know it, but under my tracksuit, I was wearing something special. The moment the game kicked off, I unzipped my jacket, revealing the custom jersey underneath; black and white, with “SEKANI 10” bold across my back. I was here for him. Win or lose. “Let’s go, Sekani! That’s my boy!” I yelled, cupping my hands around my mouth. He looked over mid-run, his curls bouncing as he smiled, just for a split second. It was enough. My heart did a full backflip. I had never done this before—being a dad. I wasn’t sur
Chasing Redemption 77. Bruises Beneath the Skin
Bruises Beneath the SkinMILES’ POV Holmes eased the car to a stop in front of Rhea’s house. The sun was just beginning to peek through the early morning clouds, casting long shadows across the driveway. Rhea was standing on the porch with Sekani at her side. His suitcase was already packed and resting at his feet. Rhea had dressed him warmly for the day, zipped him into a soft navy hoodie. Her hair was tied back in that same no-nonsense bun she wore on work days. She was already in her scrubs, her arms folded across her chest. They both looked like a portrait I could never quite touch. Like something behind a glass frame, beautiful and distant. I pushed the door open, gripping the crutch in my left arm, and stepped out with effort. My leg still ached with every step, but I was getting better. I limped up the short path to the porch. Sekani didn’t smile nor rush toward me, he just stared down at his sneakers. We've not had any time alone since my parents left. He wasn’t avoiding m
Chasing Redemption 76. Where We Stand
Where We StandRHEA'S POVFive days later. “Mummy! Grandma took me to an ice cream shop!” Sekani announced the moment I stepped into the hospital room.The sound of his excited voice was the first thing that hit me, followed by the cool scent of antiseptics and the soft hum of machines. I smiled gently as I closed the door behind me. “Oh, did she?” I asked, walking toward Pa Dennis' bed. Sekani was perched on Ma Lisa’s lap, his legs dangling off the edge as he scooped ice cream from a bright blue bowl. He grinned at me, his lips already smeared with vanilla. “Yeah! And she let me get two scoops!”I let out a soft chuckle. “Two scoops? That’s a lot of sugar, champ.”Ma Lisa winked at me over his head. “It’s only once in a while.”Miles was seated in the chair beside the window, his head still wrapped in bandages. A single crutch leaned against the wall beside him. His right arm was in a cast, but he looked better and stronger. I was relieved when the doctor said his gen
Chasing Redemption 75. A Soft Place to Fall
A Soft Place to FallRHEA’S POVI stood by the doorway of Pa Dennis ward, my heart pounding with uncertainty. I wasn’t sure what kind of reception awaited me. Would Ma Lisa lash out again? Would she say more things that would leave me shattered?I sucked in a deep breath. Ma Lisa turned at the sound, and her eyes landing on me. I braced myself for another storm. But what happened next caught me completely off guard.Her face crumpled. “Rhea,” she whispered, voice trembling, “my dear… how could I be so hard on you?”She stood shakily, clutching the edge of the hospital bed for support. “How did I say all those awful things to you… when you’ve suffered more than any of us?”I stared at her in bewilderment. She came over and hugged me tightly. My chest heaved. "Oh, my dear, you don't deserve all of that," she wept. "Please, forgive me. Forgive me." Her body shook with tears.Tears welled up in my eyes and without a second thought, I wrapped my arms around her and burst into tears. Her s
Chasing Redemption 74. Between Love and Law
Between Love and Law Rhea’s POV The sky was just beginning to turn pale outside the kitchen window, that soft grey blur that comes before dawn fully arrives. The house was quiet. None of the live-in staff was awake. Not even the birds had started their morning song. I sat alone at the kitchen table; a half-drunk cup of tea had gone cold in front of me. My elbows rested on either side of an open law book, a few printed articles, and drafted letters scattered across the table. Child custody laws in our region. Alpha-bloodline inheritance rights. Exceptions for rogue-born offspring. I had read them all. And I was still reading. One of the letters was addressed to the Council of Regional Alphas, petitioning an investigation into Alpha Yuri Cassian's repeated violations of the protective order I had placed on file years ago. Another was a formal complaint to the Inter-Pack Justice Committee, detailing how Yuri had disregarded multiple warnings to stay away from Sekani, culminating in
Chasing Redemption 73. Mothers at War
Mothers at War Rheas's Pov "He’s fine," Dr. Singh said gently. "No internal bleeding, no head trauma. Just a few scrapes and bruises. We’ve cleaned them up, and he’s doing great." I closed my eyes for a second, letting out the breath I didn’t realize I’d been holding. Finally, my lungs pulled in air properly again. Ms. Lucy gave my back a reassuring pat as I nodded slowly. “Thank you,” I breathed. Dr. Singh gave me a kind smile, his hand resting briefly on my shoulder. “Nurse Marston, you can take a breather now,” he said warmly. “You can take tomorrow off if you wish.” "Thank you, Dr. Singh," I replied with a faint smile. With a final nod, he turned and walked away. I turned and reached for Sekani’s hand. His little fingers clutched mine tightly. He looked smaller somehow, his face pale, his shoulders slouched, his eyes shadowed with guilt. He didn’t say a word, and neither did I. He just walked quietly beside me, while Ms. Lucy trailed behind in silence. My chest felt like it
Chasing Redemption 72. In the Name of the Son
In the Name of the Son THIRD PERSON POV (I will use the third person's POV here because a lot of events are going to take place in this chapter. Please pardon me.) Sekani lowered his gaze, twirling his tiny fingers in his lap. “Mommy won’t let me talk to you. She won’t let me tell you anything. So I thought… maybe this way…” His voice trailed off to a whisper. Yuri stared at the boy, unsure whether to yell or cry. Sekani peeked up at him with those soft, innocent eyes. The look on Yuri’s face made the boy shrink slightly. Maybe he had done something really bad. Maybe Uncle Yuri was angry. “I’m so sorry, Uncle Yuri,” he said quietly. “I didn’t mean to make you mad.” Yuri closed his eyes and exhaled slowly through his nose, trying to stay calm. “Come on, Sekani… I’m not mad at you. But sneaking into my car and following me all this way? That’s not okay, champ. Your mom’s probably going crazy right now.” Sekani shook his head, gaze dropping again. “Ms. Lucy thinks I’m asleep. Nobo
Chasing Redemption 71. Faster than Fear
(I'm using the third person's POV for this chapter because so many events will happen at the same time. Please, pardon me.) Faster Than Fear THIRD PERSON POV Yuri sped down the highway, his foot heavy on the gas, engine growling as the city blurred past in streaks of color. His jaw was tight, and the muscles ticked with tension. His fingers gripped the steering wheel like it had personally wronged him. He weaved between cars, honking without restraint, his eyes fixed ahead like he was chasing something, or running from it. But he couldn’t outrun her words. “Because I don’t love you! I never did. And I never will!” They kept playing in his head. Was it that hard to love him? After all these years. They could easily pass as a couple. He knew Rhea would have loved him back if Miles didn't fucking show up. He slammed his palm against the steering wheel. BAM! “Fucking bastard!” he muttered under his breath, honking at a car that appeared in front of his, as he cut across another
Chasing Redemption 70. The Edge of Letting Go
The Edge of Letting Go RHEA'S POV “Ree, I know you’re mad at me, but just hear me out,” Yuri pleaded, his voice barely holding together. “Yuri, what’s there to hear out? That you’ve been lying to me for goddess knows how long?” His face twisted in frustration. “I did what I had to do. I was trying to protect you. You said you didn’t want to hear about him anymore.” “I did say that,” I snapped, blinking hard. “But it was still my life. You didn’t have the right to make choices for me. I never told you to lie. Never asked you to twist the truth. Yuri, you told me Miles didn’t want his child. Sekani grew up without a father because of you!” "But I have always been there," he defended. “You didn’t have to!” I shot back. The words ripping out of me before I could stop them. He stared at me, eyes wide like I had slapped him. Like he couldn’t believe I just said that. I knew I had hurt him. But he had hurt me first. Deeper. And the truth was, yes, he had been there for Sekani. Yes, h
