Bella's POVEssie's voice echoed through the speaker, and a knot formed in my stomach. "Come to my house. I'll explain everything."Max exchanged a glance with me, and I could see the concern etched on his face. "We can't come right now," he replied. "But we'll pick you up soon. That play with you?” "Yeah," Essie agreed. "But hurry. We don't have much time."As the call ended, Max turned to me, determination in his eyes. “I'll go now. I'll call you when we're back."I nodded. "I'll be waiting for you then."I went back inside the house to freshen up then sat at the table as I needed to finalize my thoughts on the company today. While I prepared my speech, the knock on the door interrupted my thoughts. I went to answer it.Opening the door, I found Tyler standing there."Hey, Bella," he greeted. "Hi Tyler," I said with a smile. "Uhh, Peron isn't home.""Yeah, I know. I came to see you.""Me? Why?" I asked myself but stepped aside and let him in. Tyler entered, and I gestured for hi
Bella's POVHearing that Jessica was pregnant with Max's child kind of destabilized me. Although he said the child wasn't his in mind-link, it didn't change the fact that they had sex after he found out I was dead. He couldn't keep his dick in his pants or what?That aside, Tyler coming to meet me to give Max a chance didn't feel like a coincidence either. Hours passed, and the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow across my workspace. The company speech was taking shape, but doubts lingered like shadows in the corners of my mind. I took a deep breath, reminding myself that the stage was my domain, a place where I thrived.Peron's arrival interrupted my solitude. He greeted me with a warm smile, his eyes reflecting genuine concern. "How's it going, Bella?"I sighed, grateful for the distraction. "It's been a bit challenging, but I think I'm getting there."He pulled up a chair, his presence reassuring. "Let me hear what you have so far. Maybe I can offer some insights."I
Peron's POV"WHAT DO YOU MEAN YOU LOST THE LEADS!" I yelled at my men. "Her birthday is in three days and you're telling me there's nothing you have on her parents? Nothing at all?" I yelled watching every one of them shiver in fear. "We're doing everything we can, sir.""It's not enough! I need to find them fast," I growled, pacing back and forth now as I thought of what to do.My frustration reached its peak as I paced around the dimly lit room, the urgency of the situation weighing heavily on my shoulders. Isabelle's birthday loomed, and the absence of any leads on her parents gnawed at my every thought. The clock was ticking, and time seemed to slip through my fingers like fine sand.Just then, my phone vibrated, startling me. I quickly retrieved it from my pocket, glancing at the caller ID. It was Elizabeth. With a mix of anticipation and desperation, I answered, "Elizabeth, I hope you have good news for me."Her voice crackled through the phone, "Peron, I've got something. Some
Alpha Max's POV"Alpha, Young Alpha Peron just left the area,” one of my men informed me. "He left? A few days to Bella's birthday? For what?" I asked, trying to think of what Peron could be up to."I don't know, Alpha. Do you want me to find out?"“No. I need you to be available to book any restaurants and places I need for Bella's birthday. Peron is a man who can deal with anything he gets himself into." I said and hung up. Now that this guy wasn't around, this was my chance to spend time with Bella and give her a very nice birthday. But what can I do for her?I paced around my office, racking my brain for the perfect birthday surprise for Bella. My sister, Essie, was always the creative one when it came to planning events. I grabbed my phone and dialed her number."Hey, Max! What's up?" Essie's voice came through the phone."Essie, I need your help. Bella's birthday is just around the corner, and I want to plan something special for her. Any ideas?"There was a brief pause before
Bella's POVAfter enjoying myself with Max, he finally dropped me home and the first thing that greeted me immediately after I got in was Kira with crossed arms and legs."Where have you been? She asked and I rolled my eyes. "What I do with my life is none of your business, Kira," I said, kicking off my shoes and going into the house. "You were sent here to be with Peron not monitor my life."As I began to drift into a restless sleep, I felt the fatigue pulling me under. The constant questions from Kira echoed in my mind, but I pushed them away, seeking refuge in the darkness of sleep.The next morning, the soft rays of the rising sun crept through the curtains, gently coaxing me awake. The room was bathed in a warm, golden glow, and a peculiar scent lingered in the air. Instinctively, I turned my head, and my eyes met a sight that instantly dispelled the lingering shadows of the night.Peron, my boyfriend, stood at the doorway with a tired but warm smile. "Hey, beautiful," he said,
Bella's POV“Surprise!" The lights turned on now, and I gulped harder, staring at the faces of those I spent months running away from."Bella," my parents chuckled. "You're alive," my mother, Luna Irene, beamed and cried, pulling me into her hug. "I can't believe you're safe and sound, my child!” she mumbled My father, Alpha Callum, stood beside her, his eyes filled with a mix of disbelief and overwhelming happiness. "You had us all worried sick," he said, his voice catching in his throat as he hugged me tightly.Around us, the room was filled with a symphony of emotions. Friends and family gathered for what they thought was a somber occasion, now wore expressions of shock and disbelief. Peron, the orchestrator of this surprise, stepped forward, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "I told you all it's a joyous occasion! No tears, only smiles! Well, she's here, safe and sound. Let's focus on the celebration!" He clapped his hands, trying to shift the atmosphere from sorrow to joy.The
Bella's POVWith Cayden securely strapped into the baby carrier, I took a deep breath, mustering a façade of composure. As I re-entered the lively celebration, Peron's keen eyes caught mine, and he approached with a knowing look."Bella, what's wrong?" he asked, concern etched across his face.I hesitated for a moment, debating whether to confide in him or keep my worries to myself. Finally, I opted for a half-truth. "It's just overwhelming, Peron. Seeing my parents again, I thought they were gone. It's a lot to take in."Peron nodded understandingly, his eyes reflecting empathy. "I can only imagine, but this is a chance to mend things. Try to bond with them, Bella. You might be surprised."His words hung in the air as I nodded in response, the weight of my unspoken fears still lingering. I made my way into the room, where friends and family were still immersed in laughter and joy. As I approached my parents, their eyes lit up, hopeful for a reunion they never thought possible.Withou
Max's POV"What do you mean the Dasilva family found Bella?" I tried not to roar but the shock in my tone was evident. "How did this happen?" "Peron,” came Essie's reply. "It seems while you took Bella out on a birthday date, he went to search for her parents," Essie answered, focused on her laptop. "It's very bad.""Yes, I know. I've been so focused on protecting Bella, I haven't really focused on finding the attacker and now they know she's alive? With Cayden? Fuck! I feel like squishing Peron's head,” I growled.Essie looked up from her laptop, her expression serious. "Max, we need to act quickly. I've already instructed the security team to enhance Bella's protection, but we also need to gather more information on how the Dasilva family discovered her. Peron might have unwittingly led them to her, but we can't rule out other possibilities."Nodding, I clenched my jaw, feeling the weight of responsibility on my shoulders. "Alright, Essie. We need eyes on Bella at all times. Arrang