Peron's POV As I slowly opened my eyes, the harsh fluorescent lights of the hospital room pierced through my vision, intensifying the throbbing pain in my head. A dull ache spread like wildfire, and I winced at the unwelcome sensation. Confusion engulfed me as I tried to recall the events leading to my current state. The last thing I remembered was the screeching tires, the blinding headlights, and the sickening crunch of metal, then the notification on my phone and Elizabeth. What roller coaster events! I tried to move to find Bella and Cayden but my body felt heavy and unresponsive. Just then, a kind-faced woman, most likely a nurse, with a gentle smile noticed my awakening and came in. "Mr. Peron, you're awake. How are you feeling?" she asked. "My head is pounding," I mumbled, struggling to sit up. The nurse gently pressed me back onto the bed. "You've been in a coma. You need to take it easy. Your body needs time to adjust," she insisted. “Coma?” I groaned, looking at her co
Bella's POV “What do you mean?” I asked, shocked at his outburst, and a bit nervous as he mentioned Max. I've been working on the company and immediately I heard you were awake, so I rushed here immediately to tell you the good news. Why are you angry with me?” “Don’t play me, Isabella. You've been spending time with him. It's written all over you! You have his scent all over you! “But…” “Okay, tell me, who helped you with the company preparations? Tyler? Rosa? Your family?” he asked and I became mute. “Say something, Bella,” he demanded and I nodded. “Yes, Alpha Max helped me,” I admitted. “He was the only one I could go to for help. Why are you making this seem like a bad thing?” “So now I'm making it seem like a bad thing? That you left your family and our friends and went to another man for help? A man you know I do not like seeing you around?” He scoffed. “You have got to be kidding me, Bella.” Understanding that he was hurt, I moved closer trying to touch him but she smac
Bella's POVPeron's eyes darkened more and I could see him clench the bed in anger. Immediately, I tried to remove Max's arms from me. “Why did you push me?” I faced the Luna. “Push you? But I didn't even lay a finger on you!” She lied, acting like a saint now that Peron was looking.Next thing we knew, Peron stood up and came to the door."Peron, it's not what you think..." I began, but Peron pushed his mother out of the room and my words were drowned out by the harsh slam of the door against my face. “Look at what you've caused now,” The Luna tried to threaten, but seeing as I didn't back down and Max was also there, she just mumbled a few incoherent words and left, but I heard her clearly say. “This isn't over Isabella.”Max reluctantly released his hold on me, and I mumbled a half-hearted thanks as I retreated to the solitude of my roomMax's voice cut through the heavy silence, his concern evident. "What happened back there?"I met his gaze, my tone hushed. "Like you don't kno
Bella's POVI found myself standing outside, the cool evening air doing little to calm my nerves. I looked left and right, then left again and that was when I saw the same man in the clothes in his car. “Hey!” I crossed the road and headed to the man, fumbling his keys to get into the car. Of course, he would. I caught him and there was no way he was going to get away from me.“Hey!” I called again, grabbing his wrists tightly.“May I help you?” He asked turning around to face me and that was when I realized, it wasn't the same man. The one I saw in the window wore a face mask, but there was something about him that this man just didn't have.The man removed his hand from mine, looked at me like I was a weirdo, entered his car, and zoomed off but just to be safe, I memorized his plate number. Looking around, I couldn't see anyone suspicious, but at least I had a lead. Since the road back to the hospital was just a direct line, I decided to use the opportunity to check who that man wa
Bella's POV“Where could he have gone?” I groaned in frustration, knowing he must have left while I took Max inside.“What are you going to do now?” Dessa asked as I scanned the whole room.“Search his things,” I grumbled and headed to his locker. There has to be some information about him here. I rummaged through the doctor's belongings, my fingers delicately brushing over papers, pens, and various medical instruments. The room held an eerie silence, the only sound being the hushed rustle of papers as I sifted through them. As I opened one drawer, my heart quickened. A neatly organized collection of files caught my attention. Each folder seemed meticulously labeled with patient names and dates. I skimmed through them, hoping to find something.“Bella, this is risky. What if he comes back while you're searching?” Dessa echoed in my head. “He won't. With the way he was fidgeting earlier, I doubt he'd come back,” I replied, still searching and that was when I saw his business card.“
Bella's POV“What footage?” Rosa inquired, wearing her shades now.Giving her a random excuse, she decided to go home after asking me to make up my mind on whether we should attend Lady Lee's funeral or not.Sitting in front of the screen, I watched the scene from the camera watching my room over and over again but the guy's face wasn't clear. Even from the footage of days ago, it still wasn't clear.“At least they didn't order the footage to be wiped,” I mumbled, then asked if I could get a copy of the footage. Taking it, I headed back to my room with a head filled with questions.With a sigh, I grabbed my phone and dialed Max's number with sweaty palms. At first, his number was ringing but he didn't pick them the next few times, it was unreachable.“He must still be angry,” I mumbled, and changed into my pajamas, then hopped to the bed, and placed Cayden on my chest while I rewatched the video.I must have slept off while rewatching and jotting down what I noticed in the guy from th
Bella's POV“What's wrong Bella? You look like you saw a ghost,” Rosa placed her hand on my left shoulder and asked.“I just saw something unexpected,” I gave a not too direct answer and took my things. “Shall we?” I asked and she nodded. The drive to the hospital was a quick one and luckily I was able to book a last-minute flight to the pack. Although I never thought I'd go back there so soon, my desire for answers pushed me.Dropping me off at the hospital, I waved goodbye to Rosa and then headed to my room but was blocked by a nurse, well the same nurse I saw at the doctor's office. She came to tell me to sign the discharge papers. Seeing as I had a flight to meet up with and important things to do, I quickly signed the papers and then put Max's contact as the emergency contact.With the papers signed, I quickly packed a bag, tossing in some baby essentials and a few changes of clothes for myself. “Going somewhere?” I heard a voice behind me while packing. Turning to meet Kira,
Bella's POV“Shit!” I cursed and my heart raced as I listened in horror, realizing the danger I was inadvertently walking into.These people, the doctor, and his accomplices were clearly in league with someone powerful. A cold shiver ran down my spine as I clutched Cayden tighter, the realization sinking in that I was in danger and I couldn't fight them, especially when I was outnumbered and I could clearly see they had weapons.As I debated my next move, I noticed movement in the corner of my eye. A group of masked figures emerged from the shadows, armed and ready. I immediately knew I had to act fast and get out of there.Swiftly, I retreated from my hiding spot, making my way to the main entrance of the building. The footsteps behind me quickened, and I knew I had little time. The Alpha on the phone had given the order to eliminate intruders, and I was now on their radar.As I burst out, the chilly night air hit my face. The sound of approaching footsteps echoed, and I sprinted tow