Jason's office was a fascinating mix of modern and ancient decor. The room was spacious, with large windows that let in plenty of natural light, and sleek modern furniture that blended seamlessly with the more traditional elements.One wall was lined with shelves, filled with books and files neatly organized and stacked alongside ancient artifacts and swords. The shelves were made of dark, polished wood and had small, intricate carvings etched into the corners.The desk was a large, solid piece of furniture made from a rich, dark wood. It had a leather blotter and an ornate inkwell, as well as a computer and several stacks of papers and files. On either side of the desk, there were two tall, narrow bookcases filled with more books and ancient artifacts.The most striking feature of the room was the collection of swords and blades that adorned the walls. These weapons were beautifully crafted and looked as if they had been taken from some of the greatest battles in history. There were m
"So, Jason, Aiden tells me you work for him," Janet said, breaking the silence. "What do you do?""I'm his right-hand man," Jason replied, his voice low and measured. "I handle a lot of his business affairs.""That must be quite demanding," Janet said, impressed."It has its challenges," Jason said, taking a sip of his wine. "But I enjoy the work."Chloe could sense the tension between them, and she decided to take matters into her own hands. "Janet, I'm curious. What did you think Jason in the first place?" she asked, hoping to get the conversation flowing.Janet blushed, and Chloe could tell she was nervous. "Well, he just seemed so...mysterious," Janet said. "And he's always so quiet, like he's hiding something."Chloe noticed Jason's eyebrows raise at Janet's comment, and she could feel the energy between them shifting."I suppose you could say I have a complicated past," Jason said, his eyes meeting Janet's. "But I try not to let it define me."Janet nodded, and Chloe could see t
Chloe's heart was pounding as she read the message from her pack. She knew what it meant. She would have to leave the palace, her newfound freedom, and everything she had come to love. She wasn't sure she was ready to face Liam and his father again.The thought of returning to her pack filled her with dread. She had been treated like an outcast and a failure, ever since she was a pup. And now, after all this time, they were summoning her back. She couldn't help but feel angry and resentful.Chloe knew that Liam would be waiting for her, with his cold, calculating eyes, ready to scrutinize her every move. She had always been his target, his punching bag. She had endured his verbal and physical abuse for years, but she was no longer the scared pup that he could push around.But what about Aiden? She couldn't bear the thought of leaving him behind. They had grown so close in such a short time, and she felt a deep connection to him that she had never felt with anyone else. He had shown he
Chloe was beyond angry. She had just returned to her pack, thinking that she would finally have a chance to live her life on her own terms. But instead, she was met with the news of her impending wedding ceremony. How could they do this to her? Didn't they care about her happiness at all?As she stormed through the halls of the packhouse, she was stopped by Linda. "Chloe, my dear, I'm so glad you're back. We have so much to plan for your wedding ceremony!"Chloe's eyes narrowed. "What wedding ceremony? I never agreed to this."Linda's expression faltered for a moment before she composed herself. "Well, dear, it's tradition. And your mate has already been chosen for you. It's time for you to settle down and start a family. It's for the good of the pack."Chloe could feel the rage building inside of her. "And what about my happiness? What about what I want? You can't just force me into a life that I don't want!"Linda placed a hand on Chloe's shoulder, trying to calm her down. "Chloe, I
Aiden sat in his throne room, deep in thought. The room was grand, with high vaulted ceilings and walls adorned with intricate carvings and murals depicting epic battles and legendary creatures. The floor was made of polished marble, reflecting the light of the chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. The throne itself was a masterpiece of craftsmanship, with intricate carvings of dragons and other mythical creatures adorning the arms and backrest.Aiden couldn't help but feel a deep sense of loss as he thought about Chloe. He had let her go back to Liam, and now he feared that he had lost her for good. He couldn't shake the feeling that he had made a mistake, that he should have fought harder to keep her by his side.As he sat there, lost in thought, Aiden couldn't help but think about what he could do to win Chloe back. He knew that he had to act fast, that he couldn't let her slip away from him. But what could he do? Liam was the Alpha's son, and he had the backing of the pack. How co
Aiden ignored Liam's suspicion and turned to Chloe, taking her hand in his. "I will help you, Chloe. I promise."Chloe looked up at him, her eyes filled with gratitude. "Thank you, Aiden. I knew I could count on you."Aiden smiled at her, then turned to Liam. "I will need some space to work. Can you give me a private room?"Liam nodded, still wary, but willing to cooperate for Chloe's sake. "I will have a room prepared for you. But if anything happens to Chloe, I will hold you responsible."Aiden nodded solemnly. "I understand, Liam. I will not let anything happen to her."As Liam left to prepare the room, Aiden turned back to Chloe. "You just rest, Chloe. I will take care of everything."Chloe smiled weakly at him, her eyes closing as she drifted off to sleep. Aiden watched over her, his heart heavy with concern but also with a fierce determination to heal her.Aiden couldn't believe Liam agreed to his proposal. He knew he was taking a risk, but he had to save Chloe. "You won't regre
Liam's jaw clenched, and he growled lowly, "You're wrong, Emily. You are my problem, too."Emily raised her eyebrows, looking amused, "Oh really? And why is that?""Because we've been sleeping together, and you know it. You have been manipulating me from the very beginning," Liam said, his voice growing louder.Emily's smirk faltered, "I have no idea what you're talking about. We have a mutual arrangement, Liam. Nothing more, nothing less."Liam shook his head, "You poisoned Chloe because you were jealous. You couldn't stand the thought of me being with someone who loves me, and now you want me to believe that you have no feelings for me? I'm not that naive, Emily."Emily's expression turned cold, "Chloe was never good enough for you, Liam. And she was getting in the way of your destiny as the future Alpha. You were starting to care for her, and that's why I had to do something about it."Liam narrowed his eyes, "Chloe and I were getting along just fine before she went to stay with Ai
Liam knew he had to be patient, but it was becoming increasingly difficult to watch Chloe suffer like this. He was determined to find a way to free her, no matter the cost.Liam took a deep breath as he approached his father's chambers, mentally preparing himself for what was to come. He knew that Alpha Aaron was not one to be trifled with, but he had to try to reason with him on behalf of Chloe. He knocked on the door and waited for the Alpha's deep voice to grant him entry."Come in," came the commanding voice from inside.Liam pushed the door open and stepped inside, his eyes scanning the room. The walls were lined with weapons and animal heads, trophies of his father's hunting expeditions. The air was thick with the scent of leather and musk, and Liam felt a sense of unease settle in his gut.Alpha Aaron was seated behind a large oak desk, his eyes cold and unyielding as they fixed on his son. "What brings you here, Liam?" he asked, his voice dripping with disdain.Liam took a dee