Ava felt really sick. The last two days were like hell for her.The scratches on her back were causing her pain. She did not know where to go and asked for help. In fact, the Epsilon Wolf had told him that no one could help her.She could only wait to get her wolf to come back to her fully.She was missing her wolf. She was missing shifting in her wolf form in the forest. She was missing her old life.She did not go to the university in the last two days. Her friends asked her about her health. She told them that she was a little sick, and that was why she could not go.Though she told everything to Debra the next day of the party, she took their promise not to talk about it to anyone, especially Luke.Ava knew that Luke cared for her, and like last time, he might go to Ian to fight for her once more. She did not want that incident to repeat again.Today Ava got a call from Stephen; he asked her and her mother to have dinner with him and his father. It was the plan they made at the pa
Ian was fixating his gaze on Ava. He had come to the restaurant with Ronald. He called him here to talk to him.On the other hand, he had no idea that he would actually run into his other friend here, along with his ex-mate.He was about to pass this area when his eyes drew on Stephen. He was stroking Ava's hair. They were sitting together as if they were on a date. Ava was beaming at him with a smile.He got mad at Stephen once again. After warning him that night, he did not talk to him again. They did not meet each other in these two days either.The fact that Stephen would go against his warning and meet Ava once more was something that he did not expect to happen.His eyes locked with Ava's. It seemed as though she was stunned. Within his eyes, he desired to convey to her the level of rage that he felt toward her."Ian?"He heard Gamma Harper's voice. His focus shifted to the two other people sitting across from Stephen and Ava.He was surprised to see Gamma Harper and Angela, Ava
A look of grievance appeared on Ian's face as he turned around. He observed his mother giving him a sideways glance while she was speaking.“Okay, take care. You can count on me to accompany you tomorrow,” Carolina said to Angela and hung up the call.The conversation that Ian's mother was having puzzled him. In the belief that he was misinterpreting something, he approached her."When did you come?" Carolina inquired with a grin on her face.He frowned at her. "When you were talking on the phone. By the way, why do you look so happy today?"A look of surprise appeared on her face. “Why are you speaking like this? Are you not happy?"The question that she asked caught Ian off guard. "Do I need to be happy? What's the matter, Mom? I overheard you discussing marriage with Ava's mother.”His mother nodded her head and placed her hand on his shoulder. "I am thrilled that Ava and Stephen are mature enough to accept the proposal.""Proposal?" Ian asked while narrowing his eyes in concentrat
Stephen was shocked by Ian's question. As he reached out and touched the corner of his lips, he felt blood there.In response to Ian's question, he turned his head toward him and asked, "What do you mean, Ian?"Ian grabbed his collar in anger. Stephen cast a glance in the direction of his maids, who appeared to be in utter disbelief at Ian's actions. Stephen gave them a signal to leave them alone. They bowed their heads and left from there.The focus of Stephen's attention shifted to Ian's eyes. They turned red. He did not know what had happened to Ian so suddenly. He was fine when he saw him in the restaurant."Who gave you the audacity to think about that girl? Didn't I tell you to stay away?""Have you lost your mind?" Stephen asked him.Stephen's words did nothing but infuriate Ian. He pulled Stephen by his collar and warned him."Cancel this marriage."All of their friends showed up at the house at that time, only to discover that they were fighting with each other.Every single
Ava's POVIt had been two days since we had dinner with Stephen and his father. I really liked Uncle Harper. He was a kind and gentle man. In particular, he was kind and considerate toward my mother. It was the first time that I witnessed my mother appearing to be content with another person. I was very glad for her.I got up a little bit later than usual today. Last night, my mother went shopping with Luna Carolina. So when she got back to her house, she showed me all of the dresses, including the one she said she would wear to her wedding. After that, we engaged in a conversation for a span of time. I failed to keep track of time and ended up sleeping in the morning.It was my mother's suggestion that I should remain at home today if I was feeling sleepy. I refused and decided to go to my university.When it came to my studies, I could not make any concessions. Perhaps that was the reason why people perceived me as a nerd.Was I really a bookworm? These books were not even novels; r
I was completely taken aback by his apology. There was no way for me to know whether it was a genuine apology or a deliberate attempt to make me feel even more humiliated.I turned to him and asked,"For what?"When he was about to say something, he briefly parted his lips, but then, as if something were preventing him from doing so, he pursed them together tightly.My eyes scrutinized him.He wore black jeans and a half-sleeved white t-shirt. His muscles were bulging in the arm area. His tattoos were something that drew anyone's attention. The white t-shirt really made the tattoos look easy to observe.My eyes shifted back to his face. His thick brows and sharp jawline kept moving as if he were trying to find words."I had a conversation with Stephen," he said, avoiding eye contact with me."About what?" I asked in confusion.I was not delighted to talk to him. I had not forgotten what he told me that night and how he behaved with me.He looked at me and replied,“Look, I misundersto
Ian narrowed his eyes while looking at me. It was clear from the look on his face that he did not like the way I had just spoken to him.I should not stay here any longer. I attempted to leave by turning my body to the left, but a hand stopped me from doing so.Ian placed his hand beside my head on the bookshelf to stop me from leaving, and he moved closer to me.I stopped, but did not turn my body toward him. I felt his breath in my left ear. I clenched my dress to control my disloyal heart, which was beating for this man.Everything he had done to me came back to mind.“I see what you are thinking,” he whispered in my ear.I felt a chill run down my spine as I listened to his whisper. I tried my best not to react in any way.After taking a few deep breaths, I quickly regained my composure. Once more, he uttered a hushed whisper."Do not think yourself superior just because I felt guilty for an incident and said sorry."Upon hearing him, I was unable to suppress the urge to sneer at
I gently stroked the old brown page, and I could feel the thick paper beneath my fingers. It seemed like it was an antique book.As I turned the page, I took a heavy breath.Every single piece of paper was written by hand. An ink that was very dark black was used to write the letters. Calligraphy was something that blew my mind.I started to read what was inside the book.“Alpha's rejection is like venom for his mate. Whether they are doomed to a world of curses or perish.”After taking a few deep breaths, I continued reading. I got to know how other people handled rejection in our ancient times.After being rejected by their mates, many people were forced to endure suffering.On the other hand, the rejection of an Alpha was not the same thing. They held the highest rank in the werewolf world, making them the most powerful. So they came with the ability to give their power to their mates.However, by rejecting their mates, they were rejecting their fates. So the consequences were ther
Freya walked toward Ian and held his arm. It caused Ian to look away from the elevator door."Let's go."He began to walk and remarked,"Never ask me to come here with you again."Freya frowned at him and asked,"But you promised me that you would help me to get back my projects."“I don't need to see your Alpha's face again and again. I will speak with the sponsors directly.”Freya knew she was not the reason why Ian was here. He came here because of Ava. She was not a foolish woman.She kept quiet and decided to leave the company with him.While exiting the building, their gaze was drawn back to Dane and Ava.They had not left yet. Ava was sitting in the passenger seat inside Dane's car. Dane was standing outside, conversing with Griffin.Ian's steps came to a halt in front of his own car. He turned his head to look at the woman in his rival's car.She appeared careless and delighted. How could she be happy after cheating on him years ago?He got into his car and pulled out his phon
Ava had no idea how her heels twisted on the stairs. She reached for the stair railing, but her fingers slipped and she was on the verge of falling.Her body was waiting to hit the stairs, so she closed her eyes tightly.But before she could fall, a pair of strong arms encircled her waist.She was holding the person's sleeves tightly with her eyes squeezed shut.A familiar scent touched her nostrils, and she furrowed her brows. Her eyes sprang open in shock. She raised her head to look at the person. He held her in his arms and pressed her head against his chest as if to protect her.Ava froze when she realized that it was Ian.He slowly lowered his head to examine her face. Her brows shot up when she noticed a glint of softness in his eyes."Are you oka—"His gentle tone nearly shook her heart. However, someone turned him around before he could finish his sentence.It was Dane who reached her after Ian.Dane grabbed Ava's waist and pulled her closer to him. He pushed Ian's chest, gro
Days passed with Ava's hard work on the project. Ava had been working at the new office. There was no time for her to go home early.The relationship between her and Dane was improving, though. He looked after her at work. Always, he reminded her to eat regularly.He even agreed to go with her to the reunion party. Ava was thrilled about it. She was grateful that he had agreed.Dane said it was nothing to be thankful about. Since everyone was going with their partner, she also had the right to go there with her partner.Ava's daily life was going well because she had not seen Ian again.She felt relieved that Ian did not say anything to Dane about their past. But she made the decision to tell Dane everything. She was afraid that Dane would be mad if he got to know that she was with his rival in the past. It was the reason she always stopped herself from telling him about it. But she knew she could not hide it from him forever. Since she was not with Ian anymore, it did not matter at a
Hearing his assuring statements, Freya felt relieved. There was a grin on her face as she gazed at his handsome face.She noticed him raising the bottle and swallowing the drink. The movement of his Adam's apple caused her to move closer to him.She put her hand on his chest and fiddled with the button of his shirt. He cocked his head to the side in order to look at her face.While Freya was getting closer to his face, she began to unbutton his shirt.She tilted her head and kissed him on the cheek. She moved her lips close to his mouth and whispered,"It's been six months since we decided to live our life together in the future. But you never tried to kiss me."She closed her eyes, knowing their lips were only a few inches apart.As just her lips were about to touch his, he gripped her jaw, stopping her from kissing him.She was shocked by his action as her eyes flung open. She was startled when her eyes met his dark orbs."It's because I don't like it.""D-Don't like what?" she mumb
The night was completely dark. There was no moon to light up the ground. There was only darkness that was engulfing outside.Ian was sitting on the floor, with his back against the bed.There was an empty bottle lying on the floor. He held one bottle in his hand.The redness surrounding his dark orbs was maniacal. He was going through an emotional breakdown. A cold man like him could not cry. But his emotions were visible in his eyes.Bringing the bottle close to his mouth, he chugged a few more gulps. The bitter taste and the high level of alcohol burned his throat.But he did not stop drinking.In the last four years, Ian Dawson had made an image in the werewolf world. People knew the young man was cold and heartless. He showed no mercy and was ruthless toward others. He did not even let go of his own parents, mocking them if they opposed him.If anyone saw him in this condition, they would be shocked.He had the bottle in one hand and one hand that was resting on his knees. His oth
Because the car was silent, Ronald heard everything. His eyes were on Ian.Ian's eyes grew intense. His one hand, which was gripping the steering wheel, clenched tightly.Ronald's gaze moved to his other hand. His fingers were bleeding. Because of his pressure, the glass broke, and the sharp edges cut his fingers."Ian!"Ian removed the phone from his ear and threw it near the gearbox. Ronald gulped, not knowing how to calm his anger.He was surprised to know that Ava was with Alpha Dane. Wasn't it something unbelievable? He could never have imagined thinking like this before.Ian moved his leg away from the brake pedal and slammed on the accelerator.On the busy road, the car moved like the wind. The speed of the vehicle astounded the people.To get past every other vehicle on the road, the car swerved to the left and right.It was obvious to Ronald that his best friend would not listen. He recalled Ian's accident. He hurriedly pressed the emergency button, letting other cars behind
Ava said whatever was on her mind and walked out of the room. She felt her cheeks getting wet as she made her way to the canteen. Realizing that she had nearly revealed her vulnerability to the man, she quickly wiped away her tears.Crying was not a sign of weakness. She was in anger and she did not want to burn everything around her. That was why her anger flowed down with tears.She entered the canteen and took a seat at one of the tables.She looked out the window from where she sat at the table.She recalled the incident that happened many months ago.It was a night when she was partying with her friends at a club. It was a birthday party, so they had their own spot in the corner to celebrate while cutting the cake.She was drunk that night.She was not aware that a man was following her. In the name of helping, he led her to a room and began to open the button on her shirt.She was not in her right mind, but she understood that something was happening with her. She became traumat
Ian's hand had frozen around her waist. His muscles tensed as if someone had poured a bucket of ice water on him in the cold weather. That time the bone froze, and his hands also froze like that.Ava moved back and stood on her feet. She saw how he was unmoved. She slowly unwrapped his hand from her waist. She brushed his shoulder as if removing invisible dust."It's okay. That happens sometimes. Your reaction is so natural. But..."She looked into his eyes and asked,"Don't you think you are overreacting? I mean I thought you would be happy after learning that. You hate him and he got a whore like me-"She could not finish speaking as he grabbed her waist once again. This time, he spun her around and pressed her against the wall."What did you say?" he asked."Y-You heard me," she responded, taken aback by his unexpected action.She gasped when she saw how instantly his eyes turned red. She was not startled by looking at them. His red eyes were filled with something that looked like
Ava blinked her eyes when she heard Ian. She realized that there were so many things about her that he did not know. Everything had changed in four years. But she was surprised that he still remembered that she was afraid of darkness. She remembered once he told her, "Come to me whenever you feel afraid of the dark. I will always be there for you." Ava's face turned cold as she shoved the old memories. He was the man who put her in the darkness, the darkness from where she needed three and half years to come out. She gathered her strength and pushed his hand away from her mouth. "Alpha Ian, what the hell are you doing?" Because of her push, his other hand, which held a lighter, moved. The flame blew out. The room returned to darkness and silence. The man in the room expected her to ask him to light it again. However, she proved him wrong when she stated, "No, I am not afraid of the darkness. Not anymore." His brows furrowed as he was not expecting this. He was mad