~BREE~God, why did my life have to be like this? I knew apologizing to Isabella would end me, as she would use every opportunity to remind me of it and I wouldn't get the respect I wanted from the pack members. I shifted my eyes to Isabella, who had a challenging smile. I'm sure if Asher wasn't close, she would have asked me to get on my knees.“Now!” Asher roughly said, but I shook my head. “Alright, good. This is how you want to play, right?” I didn't understand what Asher meant until he closed his eyes and started talking, “Jerry.”God, he was communicating with Jerry, so he wasn't joking; he was really going to punish me.But was I willing to lose a body part, as I knew his punishments involved the removal of a body part?“I'm sorry, I... I apologize,” I quickly said as I needed my full body to carry out my revenge.“And I forgive you,” Isabella said and then turned to Asher, “Please Asher, don't do this.”“She needs to learn manners in this pack.” Asher didn't seem like he was
~BREE~I still couldn't believe it. Asher was asking me to give Isabella blood; he was asking me to give his girlfriend blood.I stood and dusted my back as I watched Jerry, who seemed to be on a call with the doctor, as he was asking him to come. My eyes roamed in the direction where Asher had disappeared with Isabella.I stared in the direction for a good moment before dragging my legs and following them. I didn't want Asher to come back and drag me, as he looked really upset.As predicted, I found them in the bedroom—our bedroom.Isabella was lying down, whimpering in pain, while Asher held her hand and said encouraging words to her.It was a silly feeling, but I wasn't happy seeing them like that. I don't even know why, when I didn't yet get their relationship, what if they were in love?Well, that feeling made me relax as I quickly walked in and sat on the couch.“Asher you…You know I wouldn't ask for her blood if it wasn't necessary?” Isabella asked in a weak tone.“I know and l
~BREE~I know it was cowardly of me, but I prayed Asher returned to save me before closing my eyes, as I knew nothing I would say would make her stop. It seems her wolf has taken control, and since Isabella hated me, her wolf's hate was ten times as much as I've seen it with other she-wolves. They are possessive and aggressive when it comes to their mates.Yes, mate.I was not sure if Asher and Isabella were mates, but I was sure with her obsession; the extent she went just to get Asher showed she deeply felt for him.I clenched my eyes shut as I felt her breath on my skin. I was sure her wolf had taken full control now, and Asher wasn't even back. Maybe this was it.Maybe this was how I was supposed to die. I couldn't believe there was a moment I thought I would get back at Zander.I was a nobody; why would Asher want to help me?My body was trembling as I felt her breath on my neck; she was very close to me, and I wondered why she hesitated to kill me.She trailed a finger down fr
~BREE~I raised my right hand and ran it through my hair as I tried to calm down.“I'm telling you because I don't want you to die,” she said, and it made me look at her. She was playing with her nails. “The last person Asher employed died; I don't want the same to happen to you.” She said she didn't sound like she was joking.“You…you…”“Yes, Asher doesn't want to accept that my life is over.”“But you-”“All part of the act, Aubree, I'm sorry.”“Why...why are you telling me?” I asked as if I was saving her life; then why was she telling me?“Because I've killed a lot, I'm sure you've seen how powerful I am; I don't have a normal wolf.” She said, and I nodded my head as I understood what she was trying to say.It was clear Asher and Zander planned it; maybe Zander sold me to him; he always wanted the worst for me; how better than to sell me to the most ruthless alpha? Asher was also the most feared, not only for his strength but also for his ability to do people's favors; maybe this
~BREE~He sounded shocked as he stood up from the floor and cleaned his hands on the back of his trousers.The little girl ran to me and hugged my legs. I was still confused, so I didn't hug her back as my attention was on the man.“This is Uncle Asher's new wife, Aunty; this is my daddy, Nicholazz,” the girl introduced us; little did she know that we had already met.I've been searching for Nicholazz to help me. I just didn't know he lived here, let alone have a wife and child. I couldn't involve him in my plans. I couldn't let his wife and child lose him.“I already met your aunty Sophie; I just didn't know he was married to the alpha.” Nicholazz didn't sound happy. He then bowed and greeted me. I knew it was the way Luna’s were greeted; they were given the same respect as an alpha. I just never expected to be the one greeted like that; I never expected to be a Luna.“Hi,” I awkwardly cleared my throat. “I'm just going to...” I pointed back at the door, and he nodded while Sophie ey
~BREE~I was finally going to get my revenge on Zander and Isabella too.“But I don’t like you either.”“What?!” Her words pierced through my heart as I was making us partners in my head: “I mean, you obviously like Asher, and Isabella is in your way; you can work with me, and I will help you have him.” I said, and she placed her cup down and then eyed me suspiciously. “I’m serious,” I said. Raven didn’t still respond; instead, her eyes darted between mine while her lips extended into an evil smile. “Deal?” I asked and extended my arm for a handshake.She lowered her gaze to my arm before she stood up and then came close to me. I thought she was going to take my hand, but she walked past me, pushing me a little.“I will never betray Asher.”“You won’t be betraying Asher; it’s Isabella you’ll be betraying.”“And I won’t betray Isabella to help you; I hate Isabella but you more!” She raised her voice, and before I could say anything, I heard the door slam against the frame, when I turne
~BREE~Now it made sense—the reason why Isabella suggested that Nicholazz could take over the business. It was because they were family, and if she was willing to recommend him, then it must mean they were very close.I picked up my cup of tea and sipped it to the bottom. This was too much to take in.“Is-”"Good, I've been looking for you,” someone badged, which cut Alma short, “Oh yeah, thank you.” She took the cup of tea from me and finished it; we were both in shock. After she was done, she placed the cup down and held me by my arm, and before I knew it, we were walking toward the door.“W-where am I going?” I asked; the woman was Cora, and I met her yesterday; she was very sweet, so I wondered why she was dragging me.She didn't respond; instead, she kept dragging me, not in a painful way.I also didn't want problems, so I stopped struggling and followed her pace. I knew it might be Asher or Isabella, but I trusted Cora.Reaching the pack house, she led me to a room, and upon ent
~ASHER~I couldn't get Aubree's reaction out of my head; she was so distant than before. I thought I was getting close to her heart, but I guess the recent incidents made her fear me again, and I didn't want that.I wanted her to love me even just a little.I know I was to blame for how harsh I'd been on her, but that was only because she hurt Isabella, and I owed Isabella my life; without her, I wouldn't even be here.‘We should apologize,’ Tylan said, and I nodded my head, agreeing, as I knew an apology would help.‘You know we owe everything to Isabella; you wouldn't even be here if it weren't for her.’‘I know, but she doesn't know that, and she's our wife; we need to tell her.’‘What?! Are you crazy? I can't tell her that.’‘Then she will continue fearing us, and I'm sure the decision whether to tell her or not must be made by both of us, and I say we tell her.’‘I can't; what if she still loves him?’‘Then we will take it from there.’‘Tylan-’‘We are going to tell her; if you d
~ZANDER~ Everything happened so fast that I don't even remember what I said or what she said, as when my senses returned to me, I was already back in my pack, in my office. I took a swig of my drink before I walked from the desk to the window. It was a very weird feeling, as I never liked Aubree. I always loved her sister, but I couldn't deny that I was a little jealous earlier when I saw Asher look at her in that way. Yes, I was now sure. Asher wasn't doing it to gain anything, apart from her love. I could see the way he looked at her. I was a man, and I knew that look well, but how could he love a nobody, someone who smelt like that, a wolfless, lowly she-wolf? He was powerful for god's sake. I even looked up to him, so why? I mean, it won't be possible for her to be his mate; even if she was, he can't just accept her. I really don't know why I was even bothered when I rejected her. ‘Maybe it's because I want her to save the pack.’ I convinced myself even though Ray disagreed w
~ZANDER~ I told Isabella about what my men found about Aubree and how her eyes glowed, and Isabella seemed to have no clue as she was shocked. “Really?” She took in deep breaths, calming down as she opened the window. Of course, I didn't tell her everything, just that she could lift the curse. I didn't want Aubree in danger, and before you think I like her, no, I was doing that because I needed her to be alive—for my pack, nothing more. “So any solutions?” I asked as Isabella had been silent for a long time now, “Like I said, I don't have a month; I need Aubree on my side before this month comes to an end.” “So that's the reason Asher is with her.” Isabella, ignoring my question, said more to herself, she was still processing everything. “Because she's stronger, do you know what this means?” She turned to me, and I rolled my eyes. “It means Asher might like me but can't be with me for this obvious reason.” Okay, she was sounding crazy.
~ZANDER~ After apologizing to Aubree, I was dismissed. I still couldn't believe that I kneeled to apologize to her. Me? I was in the men's restroom pacing around as I was not happy with what I just did. How can an alpha kneel to a lowly she-wolf who didn't even have a wolf? Well, apart from the mysterious magic, she was just a nobody. I scratched the back of my head as I tried so hard to communicate with Kaden. I didn't come with my phone, so I was trying to mindlink him, but it just wasn't working. I mean, years ago I would be in another city and still be able to communicate with him, but now? Not only was the pack weak but also the mindlink; at times I wouldn't even be able to communicate with any of my trusted members even when we were in the same room. “Fuck!” I punched the wall and screamed as this was all getting to me, and then the witch’s warning played in my head. I only had a few days to get Aubree to lift the curse. I knew what woul
~JOCELYN~ I don't know if I was losing my mind or if Aubree has started haunting me, but I think I saw her earlier by the poolside. The hotel staff said I wasn't allowed by the poolside, but I managed to use my powers on them, and they didn't bother me. I wanted a peaceful night, and as usual, only the poolside had that effect on me. I was shocked when the woman approached me; they were all under my spell, but when I looked up, I realized she looked so much like Aubree. I couldn't believe it then, as I knew it wouldn't be possible for Aubree to be in this place; the man only confirmed it as the Aubree I knew was single; no one would want her, not after what Zander did to her. I knew then that it was not her, but I couldn't stand there any longer, so I quickly left, reaching my room, I started pacing, as even if it was not Aubree, I still had a slight doubt that she might be her, and that doubt bothered me. I called my man, who confir
~BREE~ I couldn’t believe my sister was still alive—that Jocelyn was still alive. I mean, the shock on her face must explain it right, but when she looked up, I realized her eye color was not the same. She then told me I must be hallucinating. I tried to speak, but nothing could come out as I was confused. Was I perhaps hallucinating? Then she walked away, and I couldn’t even stop her as I was not sure anymore. That’s when I felt a hand on my shoulder, and when I realized it was Asher, I told him I was tired. Asher didn't argue as he followed behind me; yes, I was faster than him. Another power I had discovered was that I could walk faster than anyone, so I used that and got back to the room before him. I didn't know how to tell him that the woman at the pool was my sister, and I didn't want him to think I was crazy. That's why I got in bed and faked a snore just to avoid him, which worked as he didn't try to come to the bed as always.
~ASHER~ After sending a text to Tyler instructing him on what to do, I looked up, hoping to see Aubree and probably apologize, as I felt like I neglected her for the minutes I was concentrating on my phone, but when I looked at the side where she was earlier seated, I realized she was not there. “Aubree?” I quickly got up and looked around. I almost panicked, but that's when I saw her across the pool, and she didn't seem to be alone but with a woman. I couldn't wait, so I quickly rushed to them, but as I reached there, the woman walked away, and Aubree seemed frozen. I slightly shook her, which snapped her out of her thoughts. “Is everything okay? Who was that woman?” I asked, and she looked at me, her chest now moving up and down as she took in deep breaths. “Wait, did she?-” “I want to sleep.” She cut me off and looked at her confused. I almost asked why, when she started walking without waiting for me, I had to run to catch up wit
~ASHER~ Aubree was so kind to help me as she gave me water, and it instantly relieved me. I made a mental note to call Glinda and threaten her, as this was getting out of hand. I mean, the useless bracelet she gave me must be able to prevent this, but all it did was prevent pain from being close to her not mating. My head was starting to hurt just thinking of it. What if she started to think that I didn't want her anymore and that I was faking the pain since she couldn't feel any pain? Well, I just wished and prayed she didn't because that would make her hide the mate bond even more. Yes, after spending days with her and getting pain in my chest whenever I was close to her, I started to avoid her as I wanted to understand. That's when I called Glinda, who explained that Aubree was still tied to my brother and that their bond would take more than just a normal rejection. I couldn't keep avoiding her, so she came up with a spell and bound it on the bracel
~ASHER~ I knew she knew, but I wondered why she was hiding it. First, I had to confirm with Olivia and Isabella if she really felt the bond with them, and then I would try to figure out why she didn't want me to know I was her mate. I mean, I've done nothing but support her since I met her. I knew she was mine, even with her funny smell. I still found it intoxicating, so why? Well, I wasn't just going to ask her since it wasn't confirmed, so I pretended to know nothing; she made it better as she didn't ask questions or anything. After a few minutes, I asked her to call the pack members back since she was the one who invited them, but she refused, saying she had a second surprise. She dragged me out without allowing me to change from my bloody clothes—the blood was mostly from the people I hit the ones Tyler called me for, I took my stress out on them.When she got on the wheel and started the car, my heart swelled with happiness at the sight. S
~ASHER~I was seated waiting for Aubree, as she was still by the office at one of my companies. After a month of training, she was finally ready to take over as CEO, so after announcing it to everyone, she took over, and she was already doing a great job.I didn't wait long as Aubree arrived with the waitress; I hadn't stayed long with her to observe her body as I could now see that the training with Nicholazz was not in vain. I thanked Cora for forcing her to eat, as I once found her literally forcing a spoon of oatmeal down her throat because with training she was gaining all in the right places; her curves, boobs, god, it was all making it so hard to breathe.She already drove me crazy before this; now she was just making me dumb. It was rude to stare, but I couldn't help. After pulling a seat for her, I took my own, and we ended up chatting; we accidentally touched, which caused an electric wave to hit the both of us.Tylan was not with me, so he couldn't confirm anything. I thoug