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Paxton's POVThe moment I heard Hailey scream, my heart felt like it stopped in my chest. I’d been nearby, keeping my senses sharp, but nothing could have prepared me for the sight that greeted me when I burst into the hospital room. A rogue wolf, hulking and scarred, loomed over her. The smell of burnt flesh was thick in the air, mixing with the metallic tang of fear that radiated off her.Hailey sat crumpled on the floor, her chest rising and falling in panicked gasps, her wide eyes darting between the rogue and me. She looked so fragile, so terrified, and seeing her like that made my blood boil.The rogue snarled when he saw me, but his bravado faltered as he took in my stance. "Alpha," he muttered, his voice low and gravelly, recognition flashing in his red-black eyes.I didn’t waste time with pleasantries. "Step away from her," I growled, my voice sharp and commanding.The rogue hesitated, his hands twitching like he was debating whether to obey or attack. Big mistake. Without an
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Paxton's POVThe moment I carried Hailey out of the chaos and into the dimly lit hallway, I couldn’t ignore the nagging fear that gripped me. Her fainting wasn’t just shock—it felt deeper than that. Something was wrong, and I wasn’t going to rest until I knew what it was. The rogue wolf, Greg, had already left as per my instructions. His task was simple: to protect Hailey from the shadows, ensuring her safety without revealing himself to her. But right now, my priority was Hailey.I pushed the door to the principal’s office open with my shoulder, my arms tightening protectively around her limp form. The principal, a sharp-eyed woman with silver-streaked hair, was already gathering medical supplies when she saw us.Her face fell. "What happened to her, Paxton? Why does she look like this? Did she faint? Tell me everything."I laid Hailey down gently on the bed in the corner of the room. My chest tightened as I watched her, her face pale, her breathing shallow. She looked so fragile lyi
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Paxton's POVThe hospital room was eerily quiet, save for the rhythmic beeping of the heart monitor and the occasional rustling of the blinds as the wind brushed against the windows. I sat slumped in the chair beside Haley’s bed, my elbows on my knees and my hands clasped tightly together. It had been two days since the incident, and she still hadn’t woken up. My chest felt heavy with guilt, worry, and something else I couldn’t quite name—a deep, clawing fear I didn’t want to acknowledge.The nurses had come and gone, administering medications and assuring me that Haley was stable, but none of their words brought me comfort. Every passing hour felt like a knife twisting deeper into my gut. What if she didn’t wake up? What if my presence, my secrets, had dragged her into this nightmare? I rubbed a hand over my face, my fingers grazing the stubble that had grown over the past few days. Sleep had been an elusive companion. How could I sleep when Haley, the one person I swore to protect,
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Paxton's POV I…I…think it’s Dimitri, I stammered, my voice barely above a whisper as the realization hit me like a bolt of lightning. My heart raced in my chest, the weight of the truth crushing down on me. “I think Dimitri is a rogue wolf. That’s why he’s been so powerful—more powerful than I am.” I couldn’t even meet her eyes as I said it.Haley gasped, her hand flying to her mouth as her wide eyes locked onto mine. “Dimitri? Are you being serious? How…how is that even possible?” Her voice trembled, a mixture of disbelief and fear coloring her words.“Yes,” I said, nodding, my throat tightening with guilt and regret. “At the bar, I couldn’t find you, and Nikki…Nikki took advantage of the situation. I swear to you, Haley, I didn’t know she’d be there that night. I thought she had already left for the States—that’s what everyone said!” My words tumbled out, desperate to explain, to make her understand.Her expression wavered between anger and confusion as she shook her head. “I…I don
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Hailey’s POVI knew I was supposed to be angry at Paxton. He’d left me when we should’ve been together, kissed Nikki right in front of me, and hidden the truth about what he really was—a hybrid. All of that should’ve been enough for me to scream, cry, or demand answers. But I couldn’t.How could I?Paxton saved my life. If not for him, that aggressive rogue wolf would have ended me. But he didn’t hesitate—he fought for me. He protected me in ways Dimitri, my ex-fated mate, never had. While Dimitri claimed to care for me, he had never stood between me and danger the way Paxton did.As I looked at him now, the weight of everything he had done melted away, replaced by gratitude and a familiar warmth in my chest. It felt like the love we once had—my big-time crush on him—had come rushing back. When he smiled at me, I couldn’t help but smile back.But then, from the corner of my eye, I noticed someone approaching. A bouquet of flowers was cradled in his arms, but my focus wasn’t on the fl
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Hailey’s POVI should have trusted my instincts. Something felt off the moment Mr. Williams approached me in the garden. There was a tight knot in my stomach—a warning, but I brushed it off. I wanted to believe he was just a concerned guidance counselor. I should have known better.When Greg collapsed, my heart almost stopped. One moment, he was growling protectively behind me, and the next, Mr. Williams moved with alarming precision, a syringe in his hand. The needle pierced Greg’s neck, and the contents emptied in a blink. His body hit the floor with a thud, his eyes rolling back.“No! Greg!” I screamed, panic rising in my chest like a tidal wave. My voice echoed in the quiet hallway, but before I could turn or run, I felt the sting of a needle in my own neck. A cold, sharp sensation traveled through my veins, and my vision blurred. My knees buckled beneath me.The last thing I saw before darkness consumed me was Mr. Williams smiling. That smile. It wasn’t warm or kind. It was trium
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Paxton’s POVI couldn’t stop pacing back and forth, my heart pounding like a war drum in my chest. My mind was a whirlwind of anger, anxiety, and desperation. Where the hell was Hailey? My jaw tightened, the tension in my body so taut it felt like I could snap at any moment. It had only been a few moments—a few damn moments—since I had left her in Greg’s care, and she was gone. Just like that. Vanished into thin air.I slammed my fist against the nearest wall, the sharp pain doing nothing to quell the fury raging inside me. Hailey was everything—she wasn’t just special; she was irreplaceable. And now, someone had her. Someone who knew exactly how important she was and what she was capable of. I had warned her about this, hadn’t I? Told her time and again that she was a target, that people would come for her because of her power. But Hailey—stubborn, fiery, unyielding Hailey—never listened.I turned to Greg, who sat slumped in a chair, looking as though he’d been through hell. His face
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Hailey’s POVI was aware of the sensation of lying down, of being cocooned in warmth, yet my body refused to move. My limbs felt like they were bound by invisible chains, my eyelids heavy as stone. Panic clawed at my chest as I realized I couldn’t wake up, no matter how much I struggled. It was like sleep paralysis, only darker—there was an unnatural force holding me in place.And then, it happened.The stillness gave way to a vision, vivid and surreal. I found myself standing on a deserted beach, the crashing waves a symphony of power and chaos. The moon hung low, casting a silvery glow on the water’s surface. The air was heavy, as if the atmosphere itself was holding its breath. That’s when I saw them.A wolf, its golden eyes piercing through the dim light, padded toward me with silent authority. My heart jolted as recognition dawned—it was Kay, my wolf. But she wasn’t alone. Beside her was a woman dressed in flowing black robes that rippled like shadows around her. Her pale skin gl
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Hailey’s POVThe moment our eyes met—if they even did—my breath hitched in my throat. Paxton. My past, my mistake, my regret. Or was he? My mind spun as I struggled to process his presence here. Did he see me? Did he recognize me? A part of me wished he didn’t, but another part—a buried, stupid part—wondered if he’d been looking for me all along.Jessie’s voice pulled me back to reality. "Hailey, are you even listening?" she asked, nudging my arm.I blinked, snapping my attention to her. "Jessie, isn’t it obvious?" I gestured discreetly toward the crowd, my fingers trembling. "Look over there! Paxton is here." I exhaled sharply, feeling a mixture of frustration and panic bubble inside me. "If I had known he’d be here, I wouldn’t have followed you. You dragged me into this mess, and now I’m stuck in the same space as the one person I’ve been avoiding for years!"Jessie crossed her arms, a teasing smirk curling on her lips. "Wow, Hails, you’re acting like he’s a monster or something. Re
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Hailey's POVI never planned on attending this party tonight. In fact, I had outright refused when Jesse first suggested it. But she had a way of convincing me, and truthfully, I needed the distraction. My mind had been a chaotic mess lately, tangled up in endless thoughts—especially about Paxton. It wasn’t that I wanted to think about him, but no matter how much I tried to push him out, he always found a way to creep back in.After making sure my daughter was sound asleep in her room, I took a deep breath and dressed up. Nothing too fancy—just a simple but elegant dress that hugged my curves in the right places, though I couldn't help but feel a little self-conscious. Jesse was already waiting for me outside the party hall, excitement practically radiating off her.The moment we stepped inside, the atmosphere hit me like a wave. The bass from the music thumped against my chest, the air thick with the scent of alcohol, sweat, and expensive colognes. Laughter and chatter filled the spa
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Here’s your revised and lengthened scene with deeper emotional expression, character reactions, tension, and a plot twist to keep things engaging.Hailey's POVAfter my encounter with Paxton at the shopping mall, I felt something I hadn’t felt in a long time—happiness. The way he stood up for me, like I actually mattered to him, sent warmth through my chest. But that feeling didn’t last long. Seeing him again, surrounded by those girls, laughing and flirting like he hadn’t just been my hero moments ago, made my stomach twist painfully. I hated how easily he affected me.Pushing those thoughts away, I focused on getting home. My daughter, Ava, barely mumbled a word before heading straight to her room for her nap. I sighed, brushing a hand through my hair before heading to the kitchen.Tonight was supposed to be fun. Just me and Jessy—my best friend—having a housewife and wine night, gossiping, laughing, forgetting the real world for a while. I pulled out some noodles, setting them to b
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Hailey’s POV As I fingered the necklace Paxton had given me, a flood of emotions swept through me. The delicate pendant sparkled faintly under the mall’s fluorescent lights, but its significance weighed heavily on my chest. When he told me not to get myself into trouble again, his tone was teasing, but there was something else there—concern, maybe? I couldn’t help but smile at him, a soft, genuine curve of my lips, as though for a fleeting moment, we were something akin to a family. But deep down, I knew better. This fragile sense of togetherness was as fleeting as a shooting star, especially with his mother in the picture. That woman had the power to shatter any semblance of peace in our lives. I tightened my grip on the necklace and made a silent vow to keep Emily away from Paxton and his world. He couldn’t know she was his daughter. If he found out, everything I’d worked to protect would come crashing down. My thoughts spiraled as I glanced at Emily. Did he even remember today
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**Hailey’s POV**I hadn’t expected to run into Paxton—of all people—today. The odds of it happening were slim, but somehow, there he was, stepping between me and the grumpy woman who had been eyeing me like I didn’t belong in this high-end mall. His sudden appearance made my heart jump. Had he been calling me? Instinctively, I reached into my bag, fumbling for my phone. When I pulled it out, my stomach twisted—fifteen missed calls. I swallowed hard, quickly shoving it back into my bag, guilt blooming in my chest. But what really threw me off was the way he spoke. "You’ve got a nice taste in jewelry," Paxton said smoothly, taking the necklace from the woman who had been glaring at me moments ago. I blinked at him, stunned. Did he really just say that? He never noticed little things like this before, not when we were… Well, not in a long time. Then came the words that truly caught me off guard. "Hey, baby. So, you’re here. You’ve got such a good taste—just the kind I love." Bab
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**Hailey’s POV** When the jewelry was found in Emily’s possession, my heart froze. It felt as though the ground beneath me had opened up, threatening to swallow us whole. Emily? My sweet little Emily, the child who could barely keep her room tidy, now being accused of stealing something so precious? I wanted to believe this was all a mistake, a cruel misunderstanding that would soon be resolved. But as the store attendant held up the gleaming necklace, its brilliance mocking my disbelief, the reality of the situation hit me like a sledgehammer. The murmurs from onlookers grew louder, each whisper slicing through my fragile composure. “Why?” I muttered under my breath, staring at Emily as though searching for answers in her wide, tear-filled eyes. “Why would you do this, Emily?” “I didn’t, Mommy!” she cried, her voice trembling with fear. “I just wanted to look at it, I swear! I didn’t mean to—” “Enough!” the attendant snapped, her voice sharp and unforgiving. She snatched th
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Hailey’s POV I wouldn’t lie—I was fuming. The nerve of Paxton, ordering me to pick up his clothes on a weekend of all times, especially knowing it was my daughter’s birthday. I had made it clear when I took the job as his personal assistant that weekends were off-limits unless it was an emergency. And this? This was no emergency; this was a power play. The way he dismissed me during the call, cutting me off before I could even explain how important today was, made my blood boil. Was this his way of getting back at me? For what? Something I’d done years ago? Something recent? I couldn’t figure it out, but the bitterness in his tone was unmistakable. Still, I didn’t have much of a choice. Emily deserved a happy birthday, and if swallowing my pride meant keeping my job to provide for her, then so be it. “Emily, darling, go to Auntie Jessie,” I said, plastering on a smile to mask my frustration. “She’ll help you get dressed, okay? Mommy has to take care of something really quickly,
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**Hailey's POV** The sun streamed into my bedroom, casting a golden glow across the room as I stood in front of the mirror, staring at my reflection. My mind wandered to eight years ago—a day filled with both excruciating pain and immense joy. I had fought tooth and nail to bring my daughter into this world. I smiled at the memory, my eyes misting slightly as pride swelled in my chest. My baby girl wasn’t a baby anymore. She was growing into a smart, curious, and wonderful young lady. Today, she turned eight—a milestone that felt like it came too fast. I turned away from the mirror, wiping a tear that escaped, and walked over to wake her up. She was still bundled under the covers, her small face peeking out as she slept soundly. " Emily, my love, wake up," I said softly, brushing a few strands of hair from her forehead. Her eyes fluttered open, and she blinked sleepily at me. "Mom?" she mumbled, her voice laced with drowsiness. "Happy birthday, sweetheart!" I said, grinning wi
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**Hailey’s POV** I stood there, rooted to the bathroom tiles, my heart hammering so loud I was sure Paxton could hear it. His piercing gaze burned into me, a mixture of frustration and something else I couldn’t quite name—pain, maybe? His words echoed in my head, bouncing off the walls of my uncertainty. Why didn’t I tell him about my daughter? The question lingered in the air, suffocating me. I wanted to run. Every nerve in my body screamed at me to turn and bolt, but my feet refused to cooperate. My hands trembled as I clutched my dress, the fabric bunched in my fingers like a lifeline. What could I say? The truth? That the little girl he had no idea existed was his? Or should I lie? Tell him some fabricated story about a nonexistent relationship to push him away? But then he asked again, his voice softer this time but no less intense. "Hailey, why didn’t you tell me? Are you trying to hide her from me?" I swallowed hard, my throat dry as sandpaper. My lips parted, but no so
