A moment later, I heard my mother’s voice through the mind-link. ‘Rhea, I need you to do something for me.’ I sighed. Couldn’t I go one night without someone summoning me? “Evans, I’ll be right back,” I said, excusing myself and making my way to my mother. She greeted me with an oddly warm smile,
Minutes later, feeling the warm buzz of the alcohol and the telltale signs of needing a restroom, I noticed the elders had all left. Alpha Dennis and Luna Lisa had excused themselves too, leaving the younger crowd to take over the night. It was a relief, at least, that I could slip away without anyo
RHEA’S POV I stretched out in bed, feeling a sense of happiness, I hadn’t felt in a long while. Miles’ scent still enveloped me, meaning he was still on the bed. I could still feel his warmth beside me, the solidity of his chest, and his strong arms around me. My eyes fluttered open, and I came
We both froze, our heads snapping toward the door. It was Roxy. Goddess, no. If Roxy found me here like this, naked in her boyfriend’s room, the fallout would be catastrophic. Miles’ face mirrored my own panic, his eyes darting around the room in search of a solution. “Get in the closet,” he hisse
ROXY’S POV “Arrrgh!” I screamed, sweeping everything off the table in one violent motion, feeling the hot surge of rage burn through me. My mother was at my side in an instant, placing a steadying hand on my shoulder. “Roxy, honey,” she said, her voice calm. “Losing your temper won’t solve a
MILES’ POV I still carried the guilt of what happened between Rhea and me. It had been a few days now, and I still couldn’t bring myself to put it behind me. Knowing I betrayed Roxy like that made me loathe myself. Stepping into the role of Alpha had been nothing short of overwhelming. Endles
Two Months Later... RHEA’S POV “Mommy, Mommy, Mommy!” Roxy’s voice rang out like a siren as she burst into the living room. I ignored her, focusing instead on setting the last plate on the table for dinner. It was a small victory that she’d come home just in time. The last thing I needed was for
“Oh, come on,” Mom pressed. “This is a celebration. Be happy for your sister!” “I am happy,” I said, forcing the words through gritted teeth. “I just don’t want to drink.” “At least pour yourself a glass so we can toast properly,” she insisted. Reluctantly, I nodded, pouring the champagne into my
“I mean he will come back,” I said with a shrug, though my voice lacked conviction. “But Pa, Ma… I didn’t just come to tell you about the baby. I’ve also come to tell you that we’re getting a divorce. I’ve already left the mansion.” They both stared at me, their eyes wide with shock. I could see th
RHEA’S POV “Look who we have here,” Luna Lisa exclaimed, her eyes lighting up the moment she saw me. She rose gracefully from her seat and enveloped me in a warm hug. Despite my inner turmoil, I managed to plaster a smile on my face as she pulled me into her embrace. “How are you, dear?” she
Rose shook her head and sat down beside me, wrapping me in a warm, motherly embrace. She was like a mother to me. She used to be Luna Lisa’s right-hand woman, but Luna Lisa, trusting her enough, handed her over to me to take care of me and Miles. “No, Luna. You did nothing wrong. The only mistake
RHEA’S POV I lay flat on my back on the hospital bed, staring blankly at the stark white ceiling. The room was quiet except for the occasional hum of machines, but inside me, it was very chaotic. I had cried until there were no tears left, and now all that remained was a hollow, aching emptiness.
“Alpha,” she said, her voice light with just a hint of hesitation. “What a coincidence.” “Roxy,” I said evenly, glancing at Rico, who gave her a curt nod of acknowledgment. “What are you doing here?” She offered a polite smile. “Oh, I’m staying here. I was just heading back to my room.” I blinked
MILES’ POV The deal had been a success. Another financial milestone secured, another round of applause from the boardroom filled with sharp suits and fat wallets. It was almost six in the evening, and I should’ve been celebrating, or at least feeling satisfied. Instead, I was sitting in my hote
My breath hitched. “Address this situation?” What did that even mean? “I’ll speak to Dr. Shawn,” he added, his tone clipped. “She will take care of you and the pregnancy.” I looked at him in bewilderment, my heart pounding so loudly it drowned out the sound of his words for a moment. But when the
RHEA’S POV “I’m sure you’re satisfied standing there with that test result in your hands,” Miles said sharply the moment we stepped into his suite. His voice was cold, and he paced frantically. “And, of course, according to you, pregnant with what I presume you’re going to claim is my child.”
Despite myself, I couldn’t help but smile faintly. “Thank you, Evans,” I said quietly. Without further protest, I slipped into the passenger seat as he held the door open for me. He shut the door gently before rounding the hood and sliding into the driver’s seat. * As we pulled into the hotel par