Chapter 172“Defense counsel your witness,” The judge said.Myles bowed his head slightly, “Can we have you Mr. Jakes on the podium,” Myles said.Jakes removed his chewing gum walked slowly to the podium and sat shortly after getting there, looking at Layla straight in the eye, but Layla looked elsewhere.“Can you tell the honorable court who you are?” Myles asked facing him leaning with one of his hands on the podium.“My name is Jakes and I am a consultant to one of the most reputable companies in this country,” Jakes answered.“The lady sitting right there,” he said pointing at Layla, “Have you seen her by chance or do you know her before?” Myles asked.“Yes, I do,” he replied after a brief look at her with a nod.“Good, thank you for your honest reply, if you don’t mind can you share with this honorable court your relationship with her,” Myles said.“She is my very good friend, we are very close, so close,” Jakes said.“Ouch, so you were close, if you were close why is she accusin
Chapter 173:“Good, which shows you were a very committed guy, is that a yes from you,” Maxwell asked.“Yes, I am,” Jakes reluctantly answered. Myles was staring at Maxwell, he kept wondering what he wanted to achieve by all the questions he was asking him.“Good, I like that, do you by chance anyone by the name Becky,” Maxwell asked.The name he mentioned came to him as a shock, how was he able to find out who Becky was?“No,” he summoned the courage to reply.“Remember you are under oath, so for your own good, I will want you to say the truth, so I ask again do you by chance know anyone named Becky,” Maxwell asked again.“Hmmm, I need to be sure of the Becky you are talking about, I might not know her as Becky,” he replied.“Becky Williams,” Maxwell stated.“OH,” he acted as though he just remembered her, “Becky she is a friend of mine,” he replied.“Friend, I guess she is a close friend too,” Maxwell chuckled. "There are many such names that I can mention to this honorable court
Chapter 174"Shit...I am screwed for life," Jakes spat immediately after he got to his apartment."There is no end to this yet, you just need to follow my lead," Myles tried to make him calm."Follow your lead? you don't seem to understand what this means to me, this is not just a case. it is between life and death," Jakes cried out.He sat down and tried to think things through, he could have just run away when he had the chance."I am the lawyer here, I know what I am what to do," Myles stated calmly."You know what to do?" He asked sarcastically with a raised brow, "For crying out loud I did exactly what you told me to do, I said what you told me to say, now look where I am," Jakes complained."At least have some faith, just a few days you were showering me with praises telling me how confident you are with me. So what suddenly went wrong?" Myles said."I did all of that because I thought you could get the job done but now, I am not sure you can, it is obvious. You have nothing to
Chapter 175:"I don't like that look, it isn't going to happen to me, I can't waste my time on you, death is near for you both," Carlos stated.Why wouldn't he say both of them? He was just a lawyer doing his job why did he have to involve him in something like this? Myles thought."You should have done your research before handling this case but as it is now you have no choice but to win if not a whiskey will be what I would drink at your funeral," Carlos said as he reached for the bottle of wine on the table."Do you care for more?" He asked to offer them the bottle but they both shook their heads, refusing the drink."Common, you don't have to be afraid, If I were you I would drink as much wine as I could because he who is dead can't drink wine," he chuckled.Myles was dumbfounded, he looked lost as he stared at Carlos, why did he have to say all this? What did he have to gain in this case?"Don't worry, I will make things known to you, do have your seat," Carlos stated pointing at
Chapter 176:The court stood up as they all welcomed the judge.They sat briefly after the judge took his seat and immediately Myles stood up.The judge looked at him pulling his glasses down a little."Yes, what do you want defense counsel?" the judge asked."I would like to call up the victim on the podium to stand as a witness for questioning," Myles stated.Both Layla and Maxwell were shocked, why would he call on her all of sudden knowing what this could cause?The judge was silent for a while, "Can we have the victim on the podium," the judge said after clearing his throat.Maxwell gave Layla the go-ahead with a nod, though it came to him as a shock all the same, it was for their good, there was nothing else to unveil than the truth.Layla quietly moved to the podium and her eyes locked with that of Jake, he looked relaxed as though he was aware of what was about to happen."Can the court meet you please?" Myles stated.Layla looked at Maxwell once again and he gave her the go-a
Chapter 177:Lucius was already sitting inside the conference room with his legs crossed."Why did you ask for the recess, I thought we had it under control," Lucius stated the moment they all settled down."So do I but as it is now, I think they are up to something, and to be frank I don't think it is good," Maxwell stated."That is not my business," Lucius stated as he stood up and walked towards Maxwell, "I know what it took to get you on in this case, I have given you everything you asked for," Lucius stated while he adjusted Maxwell's tie a little."I know but—""But... how dare you, you know how much that 'but' of a word irritates me? I don't pay you this much for you to complain to me, fix it, it is your job to do it," Lucius yelled at him.Maxwell bowed in fear. He didn't like Lucius when he was annoyed, and he most times preferred to work with Darius at least he would be calm to listen to what he had to say.Maxwell knew for now, that talking to him wouldn't yield any fruitfu
Chapter 178:"I am hungry but this isn't what we are talking about here," Fey snapped."You are always hungry, is there no day you will say you are okay," Layla said just to divert her attention from what she asked her."This is not what we are saying here, I ask you again, why did you lie to him?" Fey questioned again."Lie to who? What the hell are you talking about?" Layla asked, beginning to take this lie of a thing seriously."You know what I am talkin' about, You and I know that what you said to Maxwell was a lie," Fey stated with a rolled ball."You and I don't know anything, I don't know what you are talking about. How can I be hiding things from him? He is supposed to be my lawyer!" Layla replied with a raised brow.Fey stared at her for a while "Are you serious about this?" She asked."I don't have time for all of your questions, I have to be inside now, it's almost time," She said after checking the clock on the wall."Okay, that is fine...But what about the food," Fey aske
Chapter 179:Maxwell was once again shocked that he invited Lucius before him, how did he know that Lucius was the one coming instead of Darius? As it was now, he knew they were up to something, and what they were up to wasn't good at all but how was he supposed to know what it was after asking them questions and they said nothing?Maxwell looked around but Lucius was nowhere to be found, where could he be? He wondered if this was the right time for him to be missing in court after telling him he was going to be needed in the court.The judge looked around expecting Lucius to step forward, but he was nowhere near.“Lucius, we are waiting for you?” the judge stated.Maxwell looked back in Layla's direction but Lucius was there. Layla tried to look for Fey, she could be able to get Lucius for them but she too wasn’t anywhere near.Why had they all chosen today to disappoint her, she never wanted this whole thing in the first place but he dragged her to this and now he was missing.“P
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