Chapter 161:Layla and Fey were in the reception and Leo wasn’t far away from them.“Why don’t you go talk to him at once,” Layla said to Fey after she caught her at interval stealing glances at him.“Why don’t you mind your business? You are not the one to tell me what to do,” Fey hissed at her.“You can’t do this for a long time. You love him stop trying to hide it. It isn't helping matters. He did nothing wrong to you...” Layla tried to remind her about her feelings towards him but Fey remained stubborn.“Will you stop already! You are getting on my nerves. I know what I want and he isn't the ideal guy in the picture, so leave me the fuck alone and let me breathe.” Fey yelled at her.Layla could not understand her friend. She had let her feelings known about him from the onset. Why was she making it a big deal now?“You didn’t know he wasn’t the ideal guy when you didn’t let me rest about him? You talk most of the time about him then, look at him.” Layla pointed to Leo direction wh
Chapter 162:Leo was dumbfounded. It caught him unaware, he started shivering. He knew what disobeying an order meant and he was caught red handed.“I am here,” Layla answered behind him.Darius turned to look at Layla “There you are...” he said.“Yes, here I am,” she replied with a smile.Leo's mind was suddenly at peace. He didn’t know what would have happened to him if she didn’t show up.“And you what was the instruction?” he asked, turning to Leo.“He isn't at fault here. I told him that I wanted to be alone, can’t I make such order?” she asked with a smile.“Of course you can,” Darius replied. "But he knows the rules—"“You can’t just talk to him anyhow. He isn't a thing he deserves some respect too!” Fey yelled at Darius thinking it was Lucius, she was yet to tell them apart.Darius paused and for the first time, he moved his eyes to her. Then he realized that it was just the nosy Fey and he rolled his eyes.“I don’t have time to waste on you, I am not Lucius so I can’t be was
Chapter 163:Stone walked into Carlos's sitting room and saw him sitting with his legs crossed drinking a cup of coffee.“What is it that you are doing here? I don’t get you at all,” he said and raised his hand out of frustration.He didn’t know why Carlos was acting so indifferent lately. If he wasn’t interested in becoming the Alpha at least he should let them know and not allow them to work in futility.Carlos gazed at the television as he wing his finger in the air, pretending to acknowledge his presence.Before Stone could complain about the way Carlos was treating him, the door flew open and Malcom stepped in.Malcom made himself comfortably in one of the chairs and turned hot stares at Stone.“Why are you here, Is this what you do?” Malcolm asked him.“Why do you speak like someone without a brain, how did you even manage to be a Beta?” Stone asked in amusement.He didn’t seem to get why Malcom didn’t think without doing anything.“It is called hard work, my dear. I was found w
Chapter 164:Layla was anxious about going to court, she didn’t think it was necessary for her to the court process but for the sake of Fey, she was willing to do just anything.If Vanessa can stick to her words then she is willing to give her whatever she wants in exchange for setting Fey free from all of this.She stood in front of the mirror examining her body before she left the room for the sitting room.It was the first day of the court hearing, she hated anything that had to do with the law but she was dragged into this.Lucius was already waiting for her in the sitting room.“Good morning, my gorgeous damsel, you are looking more beautiful than ever,” Lucius said and pecked her on the cheek but Darius didn’t give attention to them.He was so busy with his phone.“Good morning,” Layla replied and turned to Darius, “good morning to you,” she added.“Morning,” Darius gave a sharp response without even looking at her face.Layla was worried as to why he did that, “Don’t worry, he
Chapter 165:Leo escorted Layla to the courtroom but Lucius didn’t come closer to them, he didn’t want his identity to be exposed to the public yet.“It is good you came here early, we have about an hour left before the first hearing begins,” Maxwell said after he met them halfway, “This way please,” He said as he led the room.Lucius followed them gently as he bowed his head, wearing a hat and black shade.“Please, have your seat here,” Maxwell said to Layla after showing her her seat while Leo went to stay at the entrance of the door to prevent people from entering the room.“Oh, there you are,” Maxwell said immediately Lucius entered, “I was just about to ask about you, where is Darius? Is he not coming?” He asked.“Let's not worry about him, he isn't coming,” Lucius said.“But I don’t think that will be good for this case, he is one of our witnesses, he should be here,” Maxwell said.“That wouldn’t be a problem, I will stand in his place,” Lucius replied.“That is punishable unde
Chapter 166:Their lips made contact in an instant, Layla parted her lips slightly and Lucius took the avenue to slide his tongue inside her warm mouth.He wrapped his hands around her neck.Maxwell immediately looked while having an internal battle on whether to leave or stay.“Okay I will just leave,” Maxwell said, which made them stop kissing.“There wouldn’t be a need for that,” Lucius replied, he wished he could just strangle his neck right now, if he wanted to leave he should have done that without making any noise but instead he chose to announce to the world that he was leaving and ruin what was supposed to be a memorable moment for him.Maxwell could read the expression on his face that he wasn’t happy he said “I am sorry,” He apologized.“That is fine,” Layla answered with a smile."I love you," she said as she turned to Lucius."You are one of the few people that stood with me, even when I was being.... Impeccable," She confessed before she looked down at her feet, unsure o
Chapter 167:“We just need you to be yourself and stand up for your friend to get justice. Your testament will go a long way to make sure Jake goes to prison,” Maxwell explained to Fey.“I don’t want to hear any word from you again, I know what to do so don’t tell me,” Fey hissed —it was as if the lawyer had a signboard on his forehead that just irritated her.All the while Lucius was quiet, he didn’t say anything because she was already making him angry from the first time she set foot in the room.“I don’t know why you are acting this way, did someone offend you?” Layla asked Fey.“Yes, you offended me. You left this morning as though I wasn’t needed and you just called me out of the blue and told me to come, if not for the love I have for you I wouldn’t have come,” Fey stated.Layla got up from her chair and hugged Fey. "I am sorry... You know I love you, I wouldn't willingly offend you..."“Good and fine, all this talk is interesting but I need to eat now. I am famished,” Fey stat
Chapter 168:Layla didn't know what to do to satisfy Fey. One minute she wanted to leave, and another minute she was saying something entirely different.Her friend was impossible.She moved away from the room they had been in and walked in the direction of the courtroom to join Lucius. As she took the bend, she saw the devil.Jake.He was coming towards her with such arrogance in his steps it only increased the hatred she had for him.Layla hissed at the sight of him and completely ignored him. There was nothing she wanted from him.She decided to walk fast to enter before him so they wouldn’t have to cross paths but he also noticed the pace of her movement and decided to move fast too.They met halfway but Layla looked away. She didn’t want to have anything to do or say with him.“It is nice seeing you again,” Jake said chewing gum but Layla ignored him completely and tried to enter the room but Jake stood in front of her.“At least good morning wouldn’t be a bad thing to say to you
Chapter 252:The sun painted the sky with hues of orange and pink as Layla, Darius, Lucius, Diane —her mother— and their energetic quadruplets spread out a vibrant picnic blanket on the lush green grass years after the incidence that almost took her life.The scent of blooming flowers and the distant sound of a babbling brook created a tranquil ambiance around them. The family had decided to take a break from the hustle and bustle of their eventful lives, choosing to immerse themselves in the serenity of nature a few months after everything that happened to them.Layla watched with a smile as the children, a whirlwind of laughter and energy, chased butterflies and played tag. Darius was setting up a portable grill, the scent of sizzling barbecue already wafting through the air."You know they pretty much look like you when you were at their age,” Diane said, which made Layla come out of her mind and smiled.“Do they? They are draining the life out of me with their stubbornness,” Lay
Chapter 251:The moon cast an eerie glow over the ancient clearing where the Council of Wolves convened. Tall trees surrounded the clearing, their branches intertwining to create a natural canopy that shielded the area from prying eyes. It was where the Council held their meetings any time a member committed an offense.A hushed silence settled over the assembly as Rosa and Vanessa were escorted to the center, where a circle of powerful wolves awaited them.Magnus, from his seated position, fixed his penetrating gaze on the two culprits. "Rosa and Vanessa," he growled, his voice echoing through the clearing. "You stand accused of heinous crimes against the pack. Your actions have sown discord, mistrust, and fear among us. Explain yourselves."Rosa stepped forward with defiance in her eyes. "It was never my intention to cause any disharmony in the pack. All I have ever wanted was the unity of this pack. I never knew it would end up this way. It was all for the greater cause," she
Chapter 250:The café was bathed in the soft glow of afternoon sunlight as Leo walked in, searching for Dane. She practically denied him access to her house after everything he had done, this was the last time to make things right with her. He spotted her sitting at a corner table, engrossed in a book. Determination set in, he approached her, ready to confront the tension that had lingered between them.Leo cleared his throat. "Dane, can we talk please?"Dane looked up, her eyes narrowing with a mixture of surprise and skepticism. "What do you want, Leo? There is nothing to talk about?" she stated and continued readingLeo took a deep breath, his gaze steady. "I want to apologize. I messed up, and I want to make things right. Sincerely I am sorry for everything I did, I should have done better."Dane scoffed, a defensive wall evident in her posture. "Apologize? Is that supposed to make everything okay? So you expect me to receive you with an open arm."Leo sat down across from her,
Chapter 249:The minutes stretched into an eternity as Lucius and Darius waited in the hushed anticipation of the hospital reception. The swinging doors leading to the theater remained steadfastly closed, concealing the fate of Layla and their unborn children.Finally, the doctor emerged, his expression somber. Lucius and Darius shot to their feet, their eyes locking onto the doctor as a silent plea for information hung in the air.The doctor approached, his gaze heavy with a sadness that echoed through the room. Lucius's heart sank, and Darius's grip tightened on the edge of the chair. They urged the doctor to speak, their words a symphony of anxiety."Please, tell us. How is Layla? How are the babies? Please say something, are they fine?" Lucius implored, his voice strained.The doctor took a deep breath, the weight of the news evident in his eyes. "I'm sorry. Layla experienced complications during the surgery. We couldn't save the baby, it had to be between her or the baby."A h
Chapter 248:The hospital reception was a canvas of subdued hues, the gentle hum of conversation and the distant shuffle of footsteps creating an ambience of anticipation. Lucius, perched on the edge of an uncomfortable chair, checked his watch for what felt like the hundredth time. The sterile white walls seemed to close in as minutes stretched into an agonizing eternity.Lucius was oblivious to his environment, not minding the activity going on in the hospital.The goal was Layla, nothing must happen to her. It was the second time she was facing this kind of situation and it was irresponsible on his own side.How could he not protect their supposed Luna as an Alpha that he was?Lucius couldn't shake the knot of worry in his stomach as he waited for any news about Layla. The theater doors loomed before him, a barrier between him and the answers he desperately sought. He stood, pacing the small waiting area, glancing at the doors every few steps as if expecting them to swing open wi
Chapter 247:Lucius felt a cold shiver run down his spine as he burst through the door, closely followed by Darius and Leo. Layla lay unconscious on the floor, her usually vibrant eyes now closed. Panic gripped Lucius's chest."Darius, something's not right. We need to get help," Lucius urged, rushing to Layla's side.Darius swiftly pulled out his phone and dialed the emergency number, his voice urgent as he described Layla's condition to the operator. Meanwhile, Leo crouched down next to Layla, gently trying to rouse her."Layla, come on. Wake up," Leo muttered, his voice filled with concern.“I should have known from the start,” Darius spat angrily.“What happened?” Lucius asked turning to Mary while attending to Layla at the same time.“I don’t know I just saw her lying there, I swear I don’t know,” Mary stated in fear.“Why the hell are they taking so much time?” Lucius yelled at Darius, ignoring Mary, “Can you call them again?” he urged.“I am trying to..." Darius replied but h
Chapter 246:Leo paced back and forth in his quarters, his mind a whirlwind of conflicting thoughts. The weight of the discovery in Dane's wardrobe pressed heavily on his shoulders, and he couldn't shake the unease that gnawed at him. He glanced at the folded letter in his hand, the evidence that threatened to unravel the fragile peace within the pack.As he mulled over his options, he couldn't escape the turmoil within. The pack had been through enough, especially Layla. She didn't need another layer of deception and manipulation. Leo clenched his fists, the frustration building within him.Eventually, he made a decision. He needed to tell Darius that Dane was the traitor, he wasn’t going to let emotions get the best out of him.But it pained him that Dane wasn’t the person she claimed she was.Leo stormed towards Darius's office, his determined strides echoing in the quiet hallway. He knocked briskly on the door, and Darius looked up from his desk, a questioning gaze in his eyes
Chapter 245:The room was cast in a soft glow as Leo surfs through Dane's wardrobe, a single purpose guiding his search. He needed his credit card, but as he moved the clothes aside, his fingers brushed against a stack of letters. Curiosity piqued...He pulled them out, his eyes narrowing as he recognized the distinct handwriting that mirrored the ominous letters from Jake.He took a look at the letter once again if it was a dream but it wasn't.It was the letter from Jake with the same content and handwriting.Dane walked into the room, catching Leo off guard. He held up the letters, his voice steady but laced with suspicion. "What's the deal with these, Dane? They look a lot like the letters we've been getting from Jake."Dane's eyes widened, and she stuttered, "Leo, what are you doing going through my things?"Ignoring her defection. Leo pressed on. "Answer the question. Why do you have letters that mirror the ones from Jake? I need you to start talking now?""What letter?" Sh
Chapter 244:Layla and Rosa sat in the living room. The air filled with the warmth of shared secrets and laughter. They were surrounded by the familiar comfort of their home, a safe haven from the challenges that awaited them beyond its walls. The twins had always been a source of support, and today was no different.Rosa glanced at Layla, etching her features. "You sure you're okay, Layla? You've been coughing a lot lately. Maybe you should see a doctor. This pregnancy is very taking a toll on you.”Layla waved off the suggestion with a weak smile. "It's just a cold, Rosa, nothing to worry about. Besides, we have more pressing matters to discuss."Rosa leaned forward, her curiosity piqued. "The letters, right? But your health should be your greatest priority now. Have you figured out who might be behind the letters?" she asked wanting to know the recent information concerning the situation.Layla sighed, her eyes reflecting a mix of frustration and fatigue. "Not yet. It's like ch