Chapter 188:“A gas explosion occurred at around 11 pm at the residence of Attorney Myles, claiming his life. Authorities are still investigating the real cause of the explosion."Carlos reached for the remote and turned off the television. "Poor man, I saw this coming," he said to Malcolm."What do you mean they did this?" Malcolm asked."What kind of question is that? Who else could have done it, if not them? They lost a case yesterday, and there was an explosion at his residence on the same day. What does that tell you?" Carlos stated, raising an eyebrow."You are so intelligent. You deserve to be the Alpha. I never thought of this. No wonder you didn't continue with the plans," Malcolm said, laughing. "Finally, the police have them on their web."Carlos gave him a stern look. He couldn't understand how Malcolm thought at times, his senses were needed in this kind of situation."What! That's good news; they will finally be taken to prison. They are the only suspects in this," he la
Chapter 189:"Layla, the table is set, come and eat!" Fey called after she had taken her seat."Go ahead and eat. I'm not hungry," Layla responded "You're not hungry? What's wrong with you?" Fey looked at her with concern and asked."I just don't have an appetite, go and eat I will eat mine later when I am ready," Layla replied.Fey's expression grew stern, and she immediately got up, moving closer to Layla. She placed a pillow on her lap"Layla, what is wrong with you?" She asked staring at her."What!!" Layla asked, she didn’t understand why she was looking at her like that."What do you mean what? I asked you a simple question that requires an honest answer," Fey stated."The look...""What is with my look? I know what you are trying to do so don't try it, tell what is going on," Fey asked.Layla hesitated before responding, "There's nothing wrong... I just want to be alone," she stated.Fey wasn't convinced by what she just said and persisted, "You just want to be alone? Layla, t
Chapter 190:"You did that?" Lucius asked, turning to Darius.Darius grinned, "It was necessary, bro. I did it all for you," he repliedLucius, a bit annoyed, "I never asked for your help. I could have done it myself." he retorted."Come on, Lucius, what would you have done? I just beat you to it," Darius chuckled,Lucius shook his head, "That was supposed to be my kill. I wanted to handle it personally," he complained"I know you wanted to, but I beat you to that," Darius chuckled.Lucius sighed, and his mood shifted almost immediately. He looked worried."What's bothering you now? I thought everything was fine," Darius asked.Lucius sighed, "Yes, it was. But I was just thinking about Layla. I wonder how she's doing right now. If she's comfortable," he added."Don't worry, she's comfortable. I didn't tell you, my bad," Darius reassured him.Lucius was confused, "Tell me what? What have you done now?" he asked"Well, I beat you to it again," Darius chuckledLucius squinted at Darius,
Chapter 191:"May we speak with your daughter, please?" Tom inquired, his voice carrying a weight that left Carlos momentarily baffled."My daughter?" Carlos responded, his mind racing back to the day they'd won that pivotal case, it dawned on him that he hasn't set his eyes on her since then."Yes, we believe she authorized the transaction," Nick interjected, his voice heavy with a mix of concern and accusation."And from the information at our disposal, she transferred it to a certain account, claiming you were aware of it," Tom added with a sense of urgency."I was aware of what? You should have called me, at the very least," Carlos began, his confusion quickly giving way to concern. "Why would she resort to this secrecy? What could she possibly need the money for, and why keep it from me?" Carlos paused, his mind racing with a myriad of possibilities. "At least, you mentioned it was a small sum. I'll address this with her later, but I'm baffled. How could she do such a thing?"Car
Chapter 192:Alex walked with purpose, constantly glancing over his shoulder to ensure that he wasn't being followed. An unshakable feeling had plagued him since he left his home that morning, a suspicion that someone was trailing him, but no matter how many times he looked back, he found no one there.He checked one final time when he reached the entrance of his apartment, still finding nothing out of the ordinary. With a sigh of relief, he reached for his keys and found them immediately.The sudden sound behind him jolted him into action. He turned swiftly, heart racing, but again, there was no one to be seen.He entered his apartment and slammed the door shut, determined not to open it for anyone till the next day.Gasping for breath, he muttered to himself that he was too young to be dealing with such stress. Flicking on the lights, he was startled when a voice greeted him."Welcome home, darling," the voice said."Who are you?" Alex demanded, his heart racing faster than ever."
Chapter 193:"I don't know where he is, I swear I am telling the truth," he stated panicking."You seem to care less about your life," she stated as she took the knife he collected from him."I swear I don't know where he is..." He pleaded but Vanessa didn't listen to any of it as she drew closer to him and tried grabbing him by the neck."Okay I will talk," he said halfway before she reached out for his neck."Good boy, now tell me what I know," Vanessa said with a smile."I don't know where he is currently...""Fuck! Not again..."But wait, he only called me some days back, he said he ran away from the country because some people are after his life," Alex said frighteningly."Good, we are getting there. So what else did he tell you?" Vanessa asked."Nothing, I swear he didn't tell me anything, I just said he would call me back," Alex stated shivering as she looked at Vanessa, "I swear I am saying the truth," he added."Of course, I know that is the truth but I am not convinced that
Chapter 194:Carlos has been so unstable ever since he heard what Vanessa did and if anything wasn't done soon, his company would declare bankruptcy.But that wasn't the case, the most important thing at the moment was for Layla to die, if she found out about her true identity that was already game over for him.He needed to continue with the plan if he wanted to save his head.He reached out to his phone and dialed Danah's number."Hello, Danah now is the time," he stated."Okay, it will be done," she replied."Go and do it as planned, I will be waiting for you at our usual spot," He stated and hung up the phone.He dropped his phone and sipped a little wine before he stood and went upstairs.****Danah sneaked out of the house, it might be her last day on Earth, or she may end up in prison.This was one of the ways she could pay back Carlos for all he has done for her.He was the one that took her in when no one gave her a chance.He was the one he looked up to as her father, he tra
Chapter 195:Layla opened her mouth wide trying to assimilate what she just said, how could that be possible?“What did you just say,” she asked to be sure she heard what she said earlier.Danah began to cry a little to draw attention and compassion from her.“I know I should have said it before now but I don’t how you will feel about it. My guilty conscience wouldn’t let me rest, it took the best out of me that is why I have been avoiding you,” Danah stated.Layla stared at her confused more than before, why is she saying all of this? What is the point of this, she thought as she stared at her for some seconds.“You haven't told me the important aspect of it,” Layla said.“Yes, I haven't because I am not in the best position to tell you this, you need to meet someone now, he has all the answers to your questions,” Danah replied.“Someone! Who is this person and where is he? Did you come with him?” Layla asked as he stared at the door hoping her parents would walk in.There are a lot
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