Nathan’s POVI stared at Melisa, her words echoing in my mind. A love potion. Sabotage. It all sounded ridiculous. My wolf stirred uneasily, but I shoved him back, unwilling to entertain the possibility that she could be right.“You’re saying someone did this to me, and you can’t even tell me who?” I demanded, my voice rising. “Ridiculous, isn’t it?”Melisa remained calm, her piercing gaze steady. “I understand your doubt, Alpha Nathan, but the truth—”“Enough,” I snapped, cutting her off. “This is a waste of time. You’re just spinning tales because you don’t have answers.”Darius stepped forward. “Nathan, maybe she’s—”“Don’t,” I growled, turning to glare at him. “Don’t side with her, Darius. This is absurd. A love potion? Sabotage? It’s nothing but excuses.”“Nathan,” Melisa interjected, her tone sharper, “denying the truth won’t change it. The bond you’re fighting is real. You need to—”“I need to do nothing,” I interrupted coldly, stepping back toward the door. “You can keep your
Benita’s POVIt was night, and I had been in my room all day—or should I say the confined space I called room. I wanted to stay away from everyone and wished I could remain locked up here forever so I wouldn’t have to face anyone.My thoughts drifted to Nathan's words about how he couldn’t stop thinking about me. For a moment, I was supposed to be happy—at least he might be feeling something for me—but I brushed it off. Of course, there was no way he was having feelings for me. He was just saying it to accuse me of using a spell on him.“What if it’s really true?” my wolf asked, but I shook my head against it. Nathan hates me, and maybe I want it to stay that way.“Bring two bottles of water to my room,” Nathan spoke to me through the mind link, and I frowned.“Bring it this moment,” he ordered abruptly, ending the mind link without waiting for my response.I grumbled under my breath, annoyed at Nathan’s abruptness. For a moment, I debated ignoring his order, but I knew better. He alw
Benita’s POV“Got you,” Nathan growled, his voice low and strained. His body pressed into mine, his hands gripping my wrists to stop my frantic attempts to crawl away.“Get off me!” I screamed, thrashing beneath him, my anger boiling over.“Stop!” he barked, his tone sharp and commanding. “You’re going to hurt yourself!”I froze for a moment, my chest rising and falling as I tried to catch my breath. “Why do you care?” I choked out, tears streaming down my face. “You hate me, remember? I’m just your slave, right?”Nathan didn’t respond immediately. Instead, his grip on my wrists loosened slightly, and I felt his warm breath against the back of my neck.“You drive me insane, Benita,” he finally said, his voice rough. “Damn you.”I turned my head slightly, trying to see his face. His expression was shadowed, but his eyes burned with a mix of anger and something else—something deeper, more dangerous.“Then let me go,” I whispered, my voice trembling. “Reject me, Nathan. End this.”His ha
Nathan’s POVFuck! That was insane.I could hear the happy howling of my wolf in my head as I lay on the grass beside a panting Benita. I didn’t know what had come over me, but I couldn’t deny this sex was absolutely one of the best of my life. No, this wasn’t just fucking—this was sex, real sex. All my life, I had sex with a few ladies, and I thought being with Nina was the best. But now, it seems I was wrong. Don’t get me wrong—Nina was a good fuck! She gave it to me whenever and wherever I wanted it. It could be in the woods, the marketplace, a bathroom in a coffee shop…or even in the back seat of my car. Nina was wild, adventurous, and knew how to please a man. But with Benita, it was different. It wasn’t just physical—it was raw, consuming, and maddening. Every touch, every sound she made ignited something primal in me that I couldn’t control.I turned my head slightly to look at her. She was still lying there, her chest rising and falling as she tried to catch her breath. Her ha
Alpha Nathan's POV“I want you to get clothes for my…” I hesitated for a moment, the word tasting unfamiliar on my tongue, before I finally completed it. “My wife. I believe you know her size,” I said, my tone cold and clipped.The silence on the other end of the line stretched for a beat too long, and I could practically hear the curiosity stirring.“Yes, Alpha,” came the reply at last.“One more thing,” I added, my voice lowering as I leaned back in my chair. “Make sure she doesn’t know they’re from me. Tell her they’re from my mother.”“Your mother?” The voice on the other end carried a note of disbelief, quickly masked by professionalism.“Yes, my mother,” I repeated firmly, cutting off any room for questioning. “Benita doesn’t need to know I had anything to do with it. Do you understand?”“Yes, Alpha. I’ll handle it.”“Good. I’ll expect updates.” Without waiting for a response, I ended the call and placed the phone on my desk, staring at it for a moment longer than necessary.Why
Alpha Nathan’s POVBenita froze in her spot, her eyes widening slightly before she masked her surprise. “Assist you?” she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.I nodded, keeping my expression as unreadable as possible. “Yes. Is there a problem?” My tone was sharp, but inside, I was anything but composed. What the hell was I doing?For a second, she didn’t respond, and I wondered if she was going to outright refuse me. A part of me almost wished she would—anything to end this torturous game I was playing with myself. But then she took a deep breath, her posture straightening.“No, Alpha. I will assist you,” she said, her voice steady, though I caught the flicker of defiance in her gaze.Without another word, I stood from the couch, my movements slow as I made my way to the adjoining bathroom. Her presence followed behind me, her footsteps hesitant yet steady.Inside the bathroom, the tension between us thickened. The air felt heavier, the silence louder. I turned to face her, my eye
Alpha Nathan’s POVHer breath hitched, and I felt the tension in her body shift. She wasn’t immune to me, no matter how much she tried to pretend. Her defiance faltered for a heartbeat, replaced by something raw, something she couldn’t suppress.“You’re something else,” she whispered, her voice trembling with anger and something else entirely.“Maybe,” I admitted, my hand trailing down her neck to her shoulder. Her skin was soft, impossibly smooth beneath my fingertips. “And yet, you wanted me?”Her lips parted as if to argue, but I didn’t give her the chance. I closed the space between us, capturing her mouth with mine. The kiss was rough, demanding, a collision of anger, frustration, and need. For a moment, she froze, her hands pressed against my chest as if to push me away. Then, just as quickly, she melted into the kiss, her fingers curling into my skin.I pulled her closer, her body sliding against mine beneath the water. The heat of her bare skin ignited a fire I could no longer
Benita's POVI went back to my room and lay on the bed, staring at the ceiling as if it held the answers to the mess I called my life. My skin still tingled, the phantom sensation of Nathan's touch lingering like a ghost I couldn't shake. We'd just had sex in the bathtub—raw, passionate, and utterly devoid of tenderness.I closed my eyes, a heavy sigh escaping my lips. This wasn't love. It had never been. It was a twisted power play—a game he seemed intent on winning while I kept losing pieces of myself. My wolf whimpered in the back of my mind, her bond to Nathan a constant ache I couldn't numb.The bond made it impossible to resist him, no matter how much I wanted to. And he knew it.I turned onto my side, curling into myself. The sheets smelled like him, a mix of lavender and mint, and it made my chest tighten.It was obvious that Nathan was just obsessed with fucking me and nothing else. His eyes burned with desire, but there was no warmth in them, no care. It was all about contro
Benita's POV“Where is Theo?!” I demanded, my voice trembling with panic as I clutched Nathan’s shirt tighter. My heart raced wildly, and every possible worst-case scenario flashed through my mind.Nathan’s brows furrowed as he placed his hands gently over mine, trying to calm me down. “Benita, breathe,” he said softly, his eyes filled with confusion. “Theo’s isn’t gone. We’ll find him. He might have wandered off.”“Wandered off?!” I snapped, shaking my head as tears threatened to fall. “He’s a child, Nathan! He wouldn’t just disappear without someone seeing him!” My voice cracked as I released his shirt, turning to scan the room, searching for any sign of my son.Nathan stepped in front of me, his hands on my shoulders this time, forcing me to meet his gaze. “Listen to me,” he said firmly, his eyes locked onto mine. “I’ll call the guards to start searching. We’ll find him. I promise.”I glared at him. “Tell me you don’t have a hand in this! Did you ask your men to hide him? You want
Benita’s POV Nathan carried me like I weighed nothing, cradling me against his chest with ease. My breath hitched in surprise, but I was too drained to argue or push him away. The murmurs of the crowd grew louder as Nathan turned toward the pack house, his movements quick. “That’s enough for today,” he announced, his authoritative tone leaving no room for objections. “She’ll return tomorrow to continue the healing.” I barely registered his words, my body sagging against him as exhaustion consumed me. The healing process had taken more out of me than I expected. Pulling toxins from others and into myself wasn’t just painful; it was draining in a way I couldn’t describe. Nathan glanced down at me, his expression unreadable. “You should’ve stopped sooner,” he muttered under his breath, more to himself than to me. His voice, though low, carried a hint of concern I didn’t want to acknowledge. “I’m fine,” I mumbled weakly, though the weight of my own body said otherwise. My eyelids flu
Benita's POV“Mother,” I whispered under my breath, staring at her in disbelief. She was a shadow of the woman I once knew.“Mother,” I whispered again, my voice trembling, unsure if it was from anger or shock. She stood there, frail and thin, her once sharp eyes now dulled with exhaustion. But the coldness I remembered—the hatred that had shaped my childhood—still lingered in her gaze. Even now, she still hated me. I vividly remembered the last time I saw her, standing outside my cell, wishing for my death.“Benita,” she said, her voice dry, almost cracking. Her lips pressed into a thin line, and for a moment, she studied me as if I were a stranger. “You’ve returned.”I straightened my back, refusing to let her see how her presence rattled me. “Yes, I’m here,” I replied firmly. “Not that you ever cared whether I was gone or not.”Her lips twitched with pain. It seemed she was also affected by the illness. She looked around, her gaze brushing over the sick pack members gathered in the
Benita’s POV A knock landed on the door, and without being told, I knew it was Nathan. I frowned, wondering what he wanted this time. Pushing the door open, I found him standing before me. His eyes locked onto mine instantly, and I glared at him. “It’s 9 PM, Alpha Nathan. What do you want?” I asked in an annoyed tone, but he didn’t seem bothered by my attitude. Is Theo asleep already?” he asked. I continued to glare at him but nodded reluctantly. “Yes. Is there a problem?” Nathan sighed and remained silent for a moment before speaking. “I just came to inform you that the sick pack members will be in the courtyard by 8 AM,” he announced. I scoffed, shaking my head in disbelief. “Who would have thought that the same girl they once screamed should be hanged would be the one to save their lives someday?” I sighed and folded my arms. “Is that all?” I asked, raising a brow. Nathan hesitated, taking a step closer until only a few inches separated us. “I looked for you everywhere, Be
Benita’s POV “So, Theo, tell me, would you like a room on one of the lower floors?” Nathan asked, his tone brimming with enthusiasm. I frowned instantly. “We’re not staying here long, so there’s no need for Theo to have a separate room,” I countered sharply. Nathan’s lips parted as if to argue, but he thought better of it and nodded. There was no way I was letting my son out of my sight, not even for a moment. You must be hungry. I’ve already asked the cook to prepare something,” Nathan announced, his voice laced with forced cheerfulness. I barely spared him a glance before looking at Theo. My son sat silently, his wide, curious eyes darting between us. The sight made my heart ache. No child should have to witness the broken shards of their parents’ relationship displayed so blatantly. But what could I do? This was the reality we had to live with. “Alpha Nathan,” Theo’s voice broke the silence as he addressed Nathan directly. His young, steady tone carried a weight that caught bot
Benita’s POVOpening my eyes, I was greeted by the sight of Theo deep in conversation with Alpha Nathan. The mere sight of them together made my heart flutter nervously.“Mother, you’re awake!” Theo’s voice brimmed with excitement as he rushed to hug me. I wrapped my arms around him, holding him tightly before gently pulling away to sit up, resting my back and head against the headboard.Are you fully recovered? Do you need anything?” Theo asked eagerly, his concern for me obvious in his eyes. I responded with a faint smile, not trusting my voice just yet.“Mate!” Olivia, my wolf, howled in my head. Her sudden outburst made me frown, and my gaze instinctively shifted to Alpha Nathan. Our eyes locked, and for the first time since we’d crossed paths again, I allowed myself to truly see the breathtaking man seated beside me.At twenty-nine, Alpha Nathan had grown more striking than I remembered. Time had refined him, sculpting the boy I once knew into a man who commanded attention effort
Alpha Nathan’s POV Her admission hit me like a blow, and my wolf snarled in my mind. “You knew? And you didn't tell me?” “I didn't tell you because I didn't trust you, Nathan,” she replied, her tone calm. “Benita needed to be safe, and I wasn’t sure you could provide that. Not after everything that happened.” I took a step closer, my jaw tightening. “So you helped her escape?” “Yes,” she admitted without hesitation. “I helped her disappear. And I'd do it again if it meant protecting her and Theo.” Her words ignited anger I hadn’t felt in years, but beneath the anger was a deep, gnawing guilt. “You had no right to keep my son from me,” I growled. “Or to decide what was best for Benita without consulting me.” Aunt Anne's eyes narrowed. “I had every right. You broke her, Nathan. You treated her like she was nothing, and when she finally found the strength to leave, I made sure she could. She was pregnant, Nathan, and she was so scared you would force her to abort the child. I, myse
Alpha Nathan's POV“I can’t,” I said, my voice rough with emotion. “I won’t.”Her hands slammed against the table, and she rose to her feet, her eyes blazing with frustration. “Why? Why are you doing this? Is this about control? About possession? You don’t love me, Nathan. You never did.”“That’s not true,” I said fiercely, standing as well. My voice echoed in the room, louder than I intended. “I did love you, Benita. I do love you.”She froze, her lips parting in shock. For a moment, she just stared at me as if trying to decipher the truth in my words. Then she laughed—a bitter, broken sound that made my chest ache.“I fell in love with you without realizing it,” I said, my voice low and strained. I took a cautious step toward her. “I’m sorry. For everything. For how I treated you.”Benita let out another bitter laugh, her arms folded across her chest. “Why now, Nathan? Why are you apologizing after all these years?” she asked, her voice sharp. “I’m still the same—still plus-size, st
Nathan's POVThe door suddenly pushed open, and Aunt Anne walked in. The moment she did, I furrowed my brow at her. I had numerous questions to ask her. How was she able to find Benita? Did she know Benita's whereabouts all this while? Did she know I had a son with Benita? Was she the one who helped Benita escape? All these were questions I needed answers to.“Aunt Anne, could you please watch over Theo while Alpha Nathan and I have a brief private discussion?” Benita said, and Aunt Anne nodded.“Mommy, where are you going?” Theo asked, his tone filled with concern and worry. Benita cupped his cheeks and placed kisses on them.“Don’t worry, my champ. I just want to have a word with Alpha Nathan, and once I’m done, we are leaving, okay?” she said, and I swallowed hard. The thought of her leaving was something I would not take.Theo nodded, then looked at me with resentment and anger in his eyes before turning back to Benita. “If he hits you, call for me, okay?” he said worriedly and pr