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Scarlet POV “Jackson said we can go back to our rooms.” I told Courtney as I pressed the clear button on the emergency panel. “That was weird. Must not have been very big to already be over.” Courtney shrugged. “I guess. Hopefully, everyone is okay.” Opening the door, Courtney headed for her room. “I am going to go check on the people at the hospital.” “Okay, goodnight!” Courtney waved and kept on walking. I walked to the front door and started going to the doctor’s office. I can’t believe I am willingly going back here. The whole place gave me the creeps. The stars were out and shining brightly as the moon cascaded light to the ground below. It was absolutely beautiful at night. The magical feel of being hidden in the shadows but the natural light leading the way was something I will always cherish. As I approached the hospital, the lights were on and people were going in and out. Some crying and some smiling. Taking a deep breath, I opened the front door and headed inside.
Jaxson POV The hot water spraying my back was doing little to ease the tension I was feeling. It was five fucking a.m in the morning. Pretty sure I didn’t sleep at all. Scarlet was like dead to the world. So much was riding on this but I just had a feeling that things weren’t going to be over after this, regardless of the outcome. I still had to find Penelope’s killer. If there is another assassin out there, that is bad news to us. Scarlet had to come and testify. It will be so much harder to keep her safe outside the walls of my pack. Any number of things could happen. We could get into a plane crash, car wreck or even someone could blow the court up. I never really thought about all the ways to kill someone until you are trying to protect someone. Even as an assassin. The bathroom door flew open and brought me out of my thoughts. I was about to see who it was but the sound of someone vomiting filled the room. Scarlet has had a rough couple morning lately with this pregnancy. Shutt
Scarlet POV When the tires hit the runway, I’m pretty sure that I jumped. My white knuckles were gripping the armrest so Jaxson just had his arms crossed over his chest. I could tell he was trying to control his emotions by the little bit I received from him. If it wasn’t the nerves that were getting the best of me, it was the nausea that still hadn’t gone away for the day. My hand covered my mouth as I tried to breath through my nose so I didn’t vomit. Jaxson kept looking at me in sideways glances, like he was waiting for me to blow. Jennifer was both sympathetic and amused. “Bite me.” Is all I could get out as the plane settled to a stop. That pushed Jennifer over the edge and she busted out laughing. “Come my pitiful sister. Let’s get you off the plane.” Jennifer stood up and took my hand as the flight attendant opened the doors. Jaxson had already stood up and the men were already up and moving around. I needed a few seconds to stand so Jennifer waited patiently. I focused o
Jaxson POV I had full confidence this trial would go our way but what I wasn’t sure about is what Jared will do after. I just had a feeling that something was going to happen. “Let’s begin,” Councilman Jeff announced without looking up from his paperwork. “Mr. Smith, you may start with your opening statement.” Mr. Smith stood up, straightened his jacket and stepped forward. “Thank you, Councilmen. We have brought you all here today to present the heinous acts of Alpha Jared. Acts that not only violate werewolf laws but basic human decency. Alpha Jared has not only stalked Ms. Scarlet, excuse me, Luna Scarlet but successfully kidnapped, tortured, bound and threated sexual abuse on. Alpha Jared has also shown to be unstable as an Alpha should be by sending his own people to their deaths, solely for his own personal gain. By the end of this trail, we are asking for Alpha Jared to be stripped of his title. Releasing him from the power to control, hurt and manipulate the good citizens
Scarlet POV “How would you feel to learn that she was hired to steal them back from you?” Mr. Smith inquired. This is crazy. Jaxson must have contacted Jonathan about this and to even have that list pisses me off. He would have had to go through my phone and through my email to fully get it. Time and effort went into this and all of this was behind my back. I prided myself on confidentiality and he is blowing it. Alpha Jared looked shocked, “Hired to steal it?” He asked more to himself than to anyone. “Yes, that is what I just said.” Mr. Smith stated as he waited for Alpha Jared to process what he asked. “Do you have proof?” Alpha Jared inquired suddenly. “I think I will ask the questions here. Do you realize that the law states that until someone is marked and mated, and/or not a member of your pack, you do not have the authority to discipline without the consent of their Alpha?” Mr. Smith blasted Alpha Jared. “Since she was mine, via her dad, I had every right to handle the s
Jaxson POV The whole courtroom just stared at Scarlet. She said it like it was nothing. Like it was just another day, a walk in the park. Most of these people will and would not ever understand what it meant to be tortured, beaten or abused in anyway. But the ones who know… know. “Thank you, Luna Scarlet. I believe we heard enough.” “May we address the witness now?” Mr. Wilson stood up and started gathering his papers like knew something we didn’t. “I suggest you tread lightly.” Councilman Mitch warned. “Luna Scarlet, you admit you broke into Alpha Jared’s office?” Mr. Wilson asked. “Broke into'' is one way to put it. I would say we just sort of walked it. There was basically no security at the border so scaling was fun and then we practically just walked right in.” Scarlet was throwing it in his face how easy she did this. It made me so proud of her. “Are you aware that that is against the law?” Mr. Wilson pressed, ignoring her comments. “Actually, There is no law that state
Scarlet POV “I challenge you, Alpha Jaxson, for the title of Alpha!” I heard a male voice bellow out from the crowd of men that stood in front of the packhouse door. My heart rate accelerated as the thought of this actually happening. I mean, when Mason stated that fact, I mentally knew that but I emotionally wasn’t ready for it. Knowing in your heart that someone can win a fight doesn’t make it easier to watch the fight. Glancing out the window, I saw Jaxson crack his knuckles and nod his head in agreement. “First, I accept your challenge. Second, no one is to lay a hand on my mate or anyone else I brought with me while these challenges are going on. Third, show me your fighting ring.” Jaxson announced. Mason walked with Jaxson, I assume for protection but I was not about to be left behind. Opening the car door, I saw Jaxson stiffen and halt. Getting out, I started walking toward Jaxson. I felt Ted behind me as I walked to Jaxson and dozens of eyes from the group of guys. Jaxso
Jaxson POV Scarlet pulled the book back and the whole thing protested as it moved. Opening up to reveal a dark and dingy tunnel. Holy fuck! I haven’t seen something like this in ages. There appeared to be lanterns lining the wall about five feet apart and it went on into nothingness. “Ready?” Scarlet was still royally pissed at me. I will need to make this up to her and figure things out. This is not how I want my future to go. “Yes doll.” I flirted as I gave her a half grin. She rolled her eyes at me and started walking into the tunnel. “Do you know how to turn these on?” flicking the lantern, and looking for a switch. “Um, no but let me see…” Scarlet trailed off as she went back to the office. I heard some papers being moved. My face was inches from the lantern trying to find a switch when suddenly, they turned on. “Got it!” Flinching hard, I rubbed my eyes as all I saw was a little ball of light in my vision. “I’m blinded.” I muttered as water spilled from my eyes. Mason w