Peron's POV"How on earth did they find out?" I almost yelled, slamming the door behind me as I began to drive away from the mansion gate and out of the estate."Okay. This is what you're going to do," I started giving them orders and how to take legal action against those two who thought that because they were some Alpha and Luna, they could barge into any company looking for their son!"And as for the manager who tampered with the twenty-five million, I'm getting very impatient!" I hissed and they assured me he'll be caught soon.Hanging up, I dialed the number on the letter that accompanied the fucking tracker they sent. Luckily, Isabelle didn't ask about it so I didn't have to come up with a lie."Hey son," the Luna's said over the phone. "Took you long enough. Are you ready to talk now?" "Where are you?" I said through gritted teeth, my eyes not leaving the road. "Home." Her response and I hung up, knowing her voice made me sick. How could my once-sweet mother be so cruel?The
Max's POV"Cayden," I said his name over and over again. "Bella gave you a really nice name," I whispered, rocking myself back and forth as I gently patted his back, while he was lying peacefully on my bare chest. I found something online that told me this helped to facilitate bonding and to be honest, it was working. I could feel his warmth and he could also feel mine.Just as I began to hum a lullaby, my pocket buzzed with the vibration of my phone. I carefully reached for it, ensuring not to disturb Cayden's peaceful state. "Alpha Max," Dee's voice crackled through the line. "I've got important intel. Elizabeth has been transferred to another location, and Peron visited her. She told him about Louis too."My jaw tightened. "Keep an eye on them, Dee. Report any unusual activity immediately. I need to know what's going on especially what he is going to do now.""Understood, Alpha Max. I'll be in touch.""Who were you speaking to?" Bella's question came immediately after I hung up, h
Bella's POV"You didn't tell me you were giving Cayden out for others to carry now," Peron teased, now playing with Cayden. "He was crying and the Alpha offered to help. Besides, you left me to attend to who knows what…" I changed the topic as I got the chance. "Yeah about that… I had to settle some business issues. But rest assured everything is fine now and we can leave whenever you want.""Leaving? That would mean your training with Max wouldn't even hold and you'd be hiding like a weakling once again. Is that what you want, Bella?" Dessa asked, obviously wanting to spend more time with Max as she liked him more. "About that… let's stay.""Stay? Why did you change your mind?""Look, Peron, you're the Alpha's son and me, I'm just… me. I can't make you run away from your family.""I'm not running away. I'm moving away from them until they come back to their senses. They want to hurt you, Isabelle. I can't let them.""And you won't. But running away isn't the right way to approach
Bella's POVWithout saying a word, Max hung up and faced us. "You wanted to see me?" "Yes," I stammered then faced Peron. "We wanted to talk to you. If you're not too tired…?" Max nodded, a serious expression on his face, and gestured for us to enter his office."Alpha Max," Peron began as we took our seats, "it's no news to you that Bella is the target of my family. You've saved her once and we're very grateful. The thing is, we've got a plan to deal with my family, but we need your help."Max leaned back in his chair, his keen eyes focused on us. "Go on."Turn by turn, Peron and I took a deep breath and explained the rebranding strategy, emphasizing the potential benefits for everyone involved. Peron chimed in, adding details about his family's expectations and the pressure they were putting on him."Isabelle has a point," Peron said. "Your influence in the supernatural underground could be the key to making this plan work."Max listened attentively, his fingers steepled under his
Peron's POV “Isabelle, I've been looking for you,’’ I yawned but immediately my gaze fell on Cayden in Alpha's Max's arms once again, the sleep cleared from my eyes and I went to Max then carried Cayden from him. All of a sudden, cries filled the room and before I could even rock him to coax him, Alpha Max reached out wanting to take him from me. “I'll do it,” I dodged, rocking him in my arms but Cayden didn't stop. “Hold him this way,” Alpha Max, walked to me and corrected the way I carried him but it wasn't enough as Cayden was still crying. Unable to take the cries anymore, Isabelle wanted to take him from me but Alpha Max was faster and immediately began singing to him. Isabelle and I remained there, shocked at the way Cayden immediately calmed down at his touch. “All it takes is the right rocking position and a few words and he'll be calm. You'll get the hang of it baby daddy,” Alpha Max teased and I could see Isabelle rolling her eyes. “Once he's asleep, I'll take him in,”
Elizabeth's POV"Where are you?" Peron asked and I smiled. He has finally taken the bait."Right outside the estate. Shall I come in or should we go somewhere else?" "I'll be there in ten," he answered, then hung up. Not wasting another second, I quickly typed, "He's on his way. Begin the plan."Not long after, Peron arrived with his car then I got in before he drove off."How are you?" I asked, looking through the care safe for my stash but he already got rid of it."What do you want, Elizabeth?" "To apologize, Peron. Look, I'm sorry. I realized if I continue hating on Isabelle for no reason, I'm going to lose you. And I can't let that happen.""Or my parents asked you to talk to me and this is all a part of your plan?" "What? No! I haven't even spoken to them in a long time. And after the issue with Dave, my parents have also decided to shun me. All they did was to get me out of that crappy place to save their name."So why are you here? If Alpha Max should see you, it's a gunsho
Bella's POV"Don't you think it's time we started your training?" Max's voice startled me from behind and I turned around to see him leaning against the door."Now? What if someone sees us? What if Peron sees us?" "No one would see us. They've all left. It's just you and me, Isabella," he purred, making Dessa roll her eyes in pleasure. "You ready?""Yeah, sure. I'll go get changed," I replied then went to the room. I was about to close the door when I saw him inside the room with me. "Uhhh. What are you doing?" "Carrying my son," he quickly replied, then reached over to carry Cayden's rocker before heading back outside. "We'll be downstairs, behind the house."I quickly changed into my workout gear, opting for a pair of sleek black leggings and a breathable tank top. As I descended the stairs, a part of me was scared that we would get caught and our secret would be out but one particular wolf was just too eager to spend time with Max.Getting to the backyard, Max was there, gently r
Bella's POVShaking off the awkwardness, I picked up Cayden, who seemed blissfully unaware of the emotional rollercoaster I had just experienced. "You little troublemaker," I chuckled, nuzzling his tiny nose as we made our way inside.The house felt oddly quiet without Max's presence, and I couldn't help but feel a mixture of relief and disappointment. Heading to my room, I decided to take a quick shower to wash away the sweat and confusion that clung to me.Dressing in comfortable loungewear, I ventured to the kitchen, carrying Cayden on my hip then proceeded to make lunch. I was the only one home anyway."Hey, girl!" I heard Rosa's voice from behind, then she carried Cayden before hugging me."Where have you been, madam?" I asked with a pout and one hand resting on my hip. "Had some errands to run. Lunch smells good," she groaned sniffing the kitchen. "Can I have some too?" "Sure," I mumbled, knowing I actually prepared two portions thinking Max would eat but I guess the awkward k