Theodore I watched Violet carefully. The challenge had been set, but I was curious about how she was going to react to it. I could see her pushing me away, yet she didn't move. The silence stretched between us, humming like a live wire and burning like the sun, and yet she said nothing. Her expr
“Come in,” I said, sitting up and straightening the covers around me. The door opened, and Theodore stepped inside, fully dressed for the day. “I suppose you want to get an early start on things?” A hint of a smile played at the corners of his lips. “I don't want you to go in and prepare
Violet Theodore left me to get dressed then. We didn’t talk over breakfast, and he seemed to be lost in his own thoughts as we ate. Good. I was having a hard time just trying to figure out a way forward for myself because he was right. No one would believe that Theodore’s fated mate wouldn’t be ph
A soft knock at the door pulled me from my thoughts. Sophia came in with a folder under her arm and a wary smile. “Is now a good time?” “It’s perfect. Come on in, and thank you for your notes. They were quite helpful.” She nodded stiffly and shuffled inside, closing the door behind her. “Tel
Violet I recognized the name and rolled my eyes. Of course, Lucas got the sleaziest lawyers possible. “You’re in violation of Alpha Lucas’ rights as the acting Alpha of Darkmoon,” he said smoothly. “By cutting him off financially, you are disrupting the pack’s economic stability, a direct breach
Theodore’s expression darkened slightly. “As much as you can stomach?” I tilted my head. “Did you expect me to jump for joy at the fact that you made this decision without even consulting me?” He glared at me. “We had a deal that you—” “Playing the part of your luna is not the same as playing
Violet A few moments of silence passed and I turned back to my laptop to pick up my work, discarding options and keeping others. “Why would you want to build a college?” I set my jaw at the question. “The Academy’s not good enough for you?” I took a deep breath and looked at him. I wanted to t
He scoffed. “I’m just trying to understand your hang-up on all of this. All that stuff you were talking about with Sophia before, this college deal… I get that you’re a good alpha, but the hold you have on Darkmoon is different than mine. I built Midnight. The fears you have about your people don’t
I scoffed. "He should have had the decency to kill her, at least I wouldn't be dealing with Theodore." I rubbed my forehead. "How much longr can we keep the records hidden?" "Indefinitely," he said. "The sector of the national system that is still managed by the crown is separate from the rest.
Owen There were too many people in the country who were doing whatever it took to not be a rogue and they knew it. If I hadn't restricted the number of people and how people can transfer between packs, a lot of packs who supported me would have lost all of their standing and power by now. I had
I set my jaw, glaring at the screen, seeing the paparazzi following Theodore and Violet walking down the street. Smiling at one another, seemingly overly happy, and blissful. The faint glow of the bands on their heads were clearly visible, just as visible as they had been since they were married.
Violet I watched them leave, then I looked up at Theodore who was glaring after the man, looking just as furious as before. If this was broadcast live, plenty of people saw it, and with any luck they'd start thinking. But more than that, I felt a bit hot under the collar. There was something inc
“And so you're suggesting that we let murderers and thieves live among us?” Theodore shook his head. “I’m suggesting that we stop pretending exiling them makes us safe. That we acknowledge the role we play in creating the monsters we claim to fear and hate. We have to take responsibility for the m
Violet I bit my lip, listening to the conversation rather than joining Theodore again. It was a beautifully worded question and the silence that followed the question spoke volumes. Victor stammered, unable to answer, but a reporter had a response. "Are you suggesting that all rogues should be k
Olivia’s smile returned, though it didn’t reach her eyes. “Yes, Shelter in particular seems to have sparked quite the debate. It’s rare to see something so… divisive. But that’s the beauty of the system, isn’t it? The law must be carefully considered before such changes are made.” She was careful
She took a step back, visibly rattled. Her hands trembled as she gripped the counter, trying to steady herself. “I…" "You can start with an apology." She set her jaw and turned to the door, but I heard it just as the door swung closed. "I'm sorry." "The offer stands," I said, loud enough f
Violet She didn’t even bother to hide her intention, her heels clicking purposefully against the marble as she approached the sink next to mine. “You know,” she began, her voice saccharine sweet, “you’re quite the bold one, stepping into a relationship so public with Theodore. You would think th