ROSE POV" Rose, will you be my girlfriend?" He questions with eyes filled with hope.Girlfriend!!!Do I really want to do that now?. After everything I have been through at the hand of love, do I still want to go through all that stress.What if I say no!!!What if he starts hating me?.What would I do if the only person who actually cares about me." Rose, what do you say about my proposal?" He questions impatient after a few minutes of waiting.' What to say? yes?'How can I bring myself to get intangled with a man I feel not for.Can I date a man I bearly know.I can't, I am not ready." Kane, the truth is I don't....." I start speaking but Roman's voice cuts in" Rose, come with me" He commands pulling me by the hand." Roman stop. What are doing?" I ask confused while trying to resist his pull. " Shut up and just follow" He commands in anger, pulling me out there by creating a scene.He looks mad, in fact he is fuming. His hair is a mess and his eyes are burning with unfountai
KANE POVI walk into my dark apartment with a cute skinny chick drowning in kisses. Immediately the doors are closed we proceed to take off our clothes, as the burning feeling of lust captures us in its embrace.Just when we are about to get down on the couch, I see a black manly figure leaking in the shadows, and immediately pull away.I hurriedly turn on the lights only to see Dad standing there silently." Dad, what is the meaning of this?" I ask with great displeasure as I hurriedly put on my pants, and the cheek with me scrambles for her clothes as well." Why did you stop. Continue" He commands, making himself comfortable on the couch" Babe, who is he?" She questions, hiding behind me in shame." My dad" I inform simply " Gosh!!! I am so sorry sir" She says dressing herself." Pa what are you doing here?" I question in anger" I want a chat" He informs simply.So typical of him to impose his will on me." Not now pa. I am busy" I inform rolling my eyes" That was not a request
ROMAN POVI am an idiot.Two bottles of wine, was that too much for me to handle.Now that I think of it, I doubt if I am still worthy to call myself a man.I still can't believe it took a slap to knock me back to my senses.What was all that nonsense about not wanting to share her with Kane.Could it be that I actually have feelings for her that I am yet to comprehend.Could I be in love with her but don't want to admit it?.No, that can't be the case.It's the mating bond that is messing with me.It couldn't be love, she is a barren Omega.I can't have that, I want kids and I want a woman that my people will be proud to call luna. " Take it easy the wine man. You might earn another slap if you continue like that" Landon teases with a laugh.Why exactly do I still keep this idiot around as a friend when he is so utterly useless.Why exactly did I tell him about Rose's slap in the first place." Remind me never to tell you anything important that happens in my life again" I voice wit
ROSE POVToday really isn't my day.I had a bad night last night and today which happens to be my day off I am stuck having to deal with the likes of my annoying psychologist who seems a little too obsessed with weigh loss.I am scared, Roman has been extremely nice to me for some reason. Today he even thanked me for coffee.Me, Rose, an Omega for coffee.It's so serial.I seriously thought I was going to loss my job and would have been right to do that, cause it was all my fault, I had no right to slap him in the first place.It's a dilemma, I am constantly looking over my shoulder from fear.To make matters worse, Kane wouldn't speak to me, he is practically ignoring my call, and wouldn't even acknowledge my presence a little. Guess he must still be angry about how last night end.To think I didn't even bother to call him last night.Talk of bad luck.I am so not getting fed up of all this stress surely there must be another way." Rose, I asked a question" My psychologist, Mr Roger
ROSE POVThis day has been horrible from on trouble to another. At this point I am tired of everything.My head is a mess. I need some air, but unfortunately, I can't have that right now, because I have some work to do." Are you alright Rose?" Mark (a fellow comperigime) questions an hour into our sealing of the already prepared drugs. " I'm fine" I lie.Honestly, I am not fine. I have been thinking about my life recently and honestly it's weighing me down." I know you. You are always lively and happy. What's wrong?" He questions and I immediately burst into tears.Normally, I like to keep my feelings buckled up on the inside but there's just this concerned look on his face that crumbles all my walls." I'm not good enough" I confess, bursting in tears. My chest feels like exploding any minute now from frustration." Let's take a break" He suggests pulling me by the hand to a nearby room, for a private conversation "Take a sit" " Let it all out" He commands patting my back, as he
ROMAN POVRose! Rose! Rose!What an emotional wreck. I have been observing her the entire day for my mission and there's one thing that comes to mind.She is one depressed, desperate woman.She would do anything to feel wanted and that's where I come in.I will make her feel wanted and loved. I will make her fall madly in love with me, and when the time is right I will scatter that frigile little heart of hers.I watch as she drives out of the drugs warehouse in tears.I cautiously follow her from a reasonable distance, until she drove into the Pack, who is ruled by my brother.She then hides under the guise of darkness, quietly observing him and his wife.It was then it became obvious to me that her ex husband and mate is my brother.I am starting to really despise the moon goddess. How can she reduce me to the level of having to eat my younger brother's leftovers.Right now, just the thought of fucking Rose totally disgust me, but still. Letting her go unpunished would be a slap to
ROSE POV" I love you Rose"what a joke.Roman must be up to something, the Roman I know would never say that to me even if his life depended on it.Maybe he was just drunk, or feeling depressed.Even so. I have to give him a chance, that is if he meant it, if not for anything but for the sake of my assignment, and more for my revenge against Darrick.Just imagining the look on his face when he finds out that I have been screwing his brother.I walk into my apartment with an easy feeling of unhappiness weighing on my soul.Roman was right. Killing Darrick would be too easy a revenge on him.' I have to take everything he owes, redicle him and watch him beg for mercy'_ I think, taking out my cell and dialing Clark, my private investigator and errand boy." Hi boss" He answers" I need you to do me a favor" I inform nonchalantly" What is it boss?" He questions with anticipation" I need you to cause a public scandal against Sapphire Romeras" I inform coldly.Clark is a professional, he
VIXEN POV" Let's go somewhere, just the two of us" Isn't that an invitation made by a serial killer.Come to think of it looking at him sitting in the driver's seat with that mysterious grim, he really does look like a serial killer.I mean he has all the attributes to be one, he is handsome, sexy, and has been hurt by the women he love more times than he can count.Now that I think of it, why exactly did I agree to this.Last night he confessed that Darrick was in fact his brother what if they wants to get their revenge for my temerity.My heart is racing, my hands are trembling from the mare thought of what he might do to me.Gosh, I know I said I missed my kids but I longing to be with them this badly.'I am not ready to die yet I am too young'_ I think to myself before my subconscious so rudely interrupt' You are almost 31 you're in no way too young, so stop whining'_ It corrects' Well, maybe I am not too young but I don't want to die, I haven't achieved a single thing yet'_ I
ROMAN POVI dismount, approach Darrick with respect,"Thanks for letting Claire go with us," I say, gratitude in effect.Darrick nods, resigned, "No problem, Roman," hollow tone,My eyes narrow, sensing something's not quite shown."Darrick, is everything okay?" I ask with concern,His gaze drifts to Rose, longing in his eyes, forlorn."No, Roman," he admits, tormented, "I still love her so,"Vixen, Rose, my heart sinks, unexpected, I know.My face hardens, protective, "Rose is mine, Darrick," I warn,Firm, Darrick's eyes flash, acknowledging defeat, torn."I know," he whispers, resigned, "But I couldn't help myself,"My voice softens, sympathy, "Darrick, move on," I advise with wealth."For your own good," I add, gentle, Darrick nods, empty, hollow,I return to Rose, mount our horse, "We're leaving," I say, firm, to follow.Darrick watches as we ride away,From him, from his love, unrequited, forever to stay.My arm wraps around Rose's waist, secure, possessive,"Mine," I whisper, cl
SAPPHIRE POVI watch Roman and Rose, reunited and happy as can be,My heart aches with regret, why did I meddle, why interfere with glee?Darrick's eyes mirror mine, sorrow and remorse we share,We exchanged a glance, regret and guilt we can't bear."What have we done?" I whisper, tears welling up inside,Darrick's voice barely audible, "I lost her," he can't hide."Rose, forever," his eyes well up, tears fall like the rain,"I'm sorry," I offer, useless words, but all I can obtain.Darrick shakes his head, resigned, "It's my fault," he confesses true,Self-blame in his voice, a sorrow that we both pursue.I take his hand, comfort offered, "We both made mistakes," I say,Shared guilt and regret, our hearts heavy, lost along the way.Darrick's gaze drifts to Roman and Rose, happy and free,While we're trapped in regret, a pain that's all we see."Let's leave," I suggest, escape this heartache and sorrow,Darrick nods in agreement, we turn and walk away tomorrow.Away from what could've
DARRICK POVI kneel beside Rose, pleading and desperate,"Reconsider," I beg, one last chance to erase." I was desperate. I was confused. Mom tricked me. She assured me you weren't going to get hurt" He begs in tears as he continues his stupid lies" I love you Vixen with all of my heart. God knows that"Rose's expression remains unyielding and firm,"Darrick," she says, "I don't love you anymore, my heart's torn.""My heart belongs to another," she confesses true,"Roman," she whispers, love shining through.My chest constricts in pain, overwhelmed and defeated,Memories haunt me, what I had, what I've retreated.Self-loathing consumes me, tears fall silent and dark,I whisper "Forgive me" to myself, to Rose, but forgiveness leaves its mark.@@@@@@@@@@@@ROSE POVI wake up groggy, Darrick still kneeling beside,Eyes red-rimmed from tears, a sorrowful, regretful tide."Darrick," I say firm, "we need to talk," I declare,"About Claire, our daughter, her well-being's paramount, we must
ROMAN POV"Sapphire, what happened?" I demand, panic rising."I thought she went with you," Sapphire stammers, fear etched on her face."Darrick took her horseback riding," she adds.My grip tightens on the phone. Alone. No Sapphire. No protection.My mind races. Darrick's obsession. Vixen's past. Danger lurks."Find them," I bark at Sapphire. Now. Get them back. Safe.Sapphire's voice trembles. "Roman, I—" Guilt and regret in her tone."Go!" I shout into the phone. Sapphire's sobs echo as I slam the phone down.Pacing frantically, I plan to rescue Rose from Darrick, protect my love at all costs.============="Sapphire, calm down," I tell her firmly, but she's hysterical."You don't understand," she cries desperately. "What Rose went through with Darrick before."My jaw clenches. "I trust Rose," I insist resolutely.Sapphire's eyes flash. "Trust?" she spits. "You're blind."My patience wears thin. "Sapphire, stop," I warn.The rain intensifies outside."Rain's getting worse," Sapphir
ROMAN POVAs I gaze at Rose, sleeping peacefully in bed,My heart swells with love and protection, filling my head.I lean down, brushing my lips against her forehead so bright,"Good morning, beautiful," I whisper, gentle, without a fight.Then I turn and leave the room, seeking Claire's shining light,My little girl, full of joy, my heart takes flight."Claire, sweetie," I ask, serious, "do you want a new sister to love?"Claire's face lights up, "Yes! Yes!" she squeals, bouncing up and down from above."Why do you want a sister?" I ask, curious, bending down,"To play with!" Claire exclaims, eyes sparkling all around.I smile, knowing what I must do, to make our family whole,Adopting Rose's other daughter, giving Claire a sister to call.My mind is resolute, I'll face any challenge, any test,For my family's love and happiness, I'll do my best."I'll talk to Rose," I tell Claire, "and make it happen soon,"Claire claps, excited, "Yay! Thank you, Papa!" she croons.@@@@@@@@@@@ROSE
ROSE POVI step into the hotel lobby, elegant and serene,Roman and Helen wait outside, loading luggage, a helpful team.I approach the reception desk, with a smile so bright,"Welcome to—" the receptionist starts, but then a voice takes flight."Sapphire," a voice says, familiar, yet detestable too,I turn to face her, poised, polished, but fake, through and through."Sapphire, darling," I say sweetly, with a hint of disdain,"Still clinging to Darrick?" I ask, with a playful, teasing refrain.Sapphire's eyes narrow, her smile forced, a fake concern,"Don't think you've won this round," she warns, with a hint of scorn.My eyes lock onto hers, "Game on," I say with a grin,Sapphire's gaze falters, before she recovers, but I win.Roman appears at my side, supportive and strong,"Ready?" he asks, and I nod, leaving Sapphire seething, all wrong.Roman's arm wraps around me, "Everything okay?" he whispers low,I nod, for now, but this isn't over, no.===============I step into the hotel
SAPPHIRE POVI storm into Lucinda's room, furious and bright,"Mother, you won't believe, Vixen's alive, it's not right!"Lucinda's eyes widen in shock and dismay,"Impossible," she says, but I nod, rage boiling away."Darrick's obsessed with bringing her back," I snarl and spit,Lucinda's face hardens, "Unacceptable," she says, her anger to fit.I pace around the room, my mind racing with fear,Thinking of all the ways Rose Georgia will bring us to tears.She'll ruin our lives, our marriage, our perfect little lie,Darrick will leave me, and I'll be left to wonder why.I pull my phone, dial Sam's number with speed,"Sam, it's Sapphire, find out about Rose Georgia's deed.""Uncover her secrets," I urge, with a determined tone,Sam's voice calm, confident, "I'll dig deep, alone."Relief washes over me, Sam will uncover the truth,Exposing Rose's lies, and all her hidden youth."Darrick thinks she's Vixen, back from the dead,"But I know better, Rose Georgia's hiding something in her he
DARRICK POV:I pace in my office, waiting with hope,For Mrs. Rose Georgia, our last scope.This meeting could save our company's fate,From bankruptcy's dark and dismal state.But where is he? Late, unprofessional too,Sapphire's voice rises, impatient, "I told you, Darrick, it's true.""You're wasting time with this company's plight,And these people, who can't save the night."I shoot her a warning glance, calm and serene,"Patience, Sapphire, he'll come, our last beam."Sapphire scoffs, rolls her eyes with disdain,"You're naive, thinking some mysterious client will sustain."Our future's on the line, desperation's stake,But Sapphire doesn't understand, my heart does ache.The door bursts open, my assistant's voice so bright,"Mr. Darrick, Mrs Rose Georgia has arrived, all's right."Relief washes over me, but Sapphire's face,Changes from annoyance to shock's dark place."Rose Georgia?" Sapphire repeats, stunned and still,"The woman I have been waiting for?" My heart sinks, wha
ROSE POVWe walk into the studio, hand in hand,Excited for our voice-over session, in a magical land.Roman squeezes my hand, with a grin so wide,"Can't believe we're finally doing this," Roman says with pride.Me too, I smile back, feeling happy and free,We're seated in the recording booth, just you and me.Headphones on, script in front, we're ready to go,Roman leans in, whispers, "Remember that wedding scene, don't you know?"My cheeks flush, "Which part?" I play along,Giggling, Roman's eyes sparkle, with a love so strong."The kiss," Roman whispers, suggestive and sweet,Our lips touching, in the scene, but real, our hearts beat.I blush more, "Shh," I tease, "We're working," I say,Roman chuckles low, sultry, "Can't help it, thinking of you each day."The director's voice cracks through, "Alright, let's start,"Roman winks at me, we begin, our voice-over, a work of art."Action!" the director calls, the intense scene unfolds,Crystal, my rival, confronts me, with anger, youn