Another secret revealed , but that’s not all.
Alpha Nathan’s POVAfter laying Benita on the bed, I pulled the blanket over her and called for a maid to watch her until I returned.When I walked into my study, Darius was already waiting for me.“You sent for me? Is everything okay?” he asked, his eyes filled with concern.I shook my head and sank heavily into my chair. “Benita’s parents… they’re not her biological parents,” I revealed, my voice low.Darius didn’t look the least bit surprised. Instead, he leaned back, arms crossed. “Oh? How did you find out?”His calm reaction caught me off guard. I narrowed my eyes at him. “You don’t seem surprised, Darius,” I said, studying his expression.He shrugged nonchalantly and settled into the chair across from me. “I had my suspicions. Think about it, Nathan. If they were her real parents, they’d never treat her the way they did. It was obvious.”He wasn’t wrong. Memories of Benita’s isolated existence in that household surfaced in my mind—how Nina was the golden child while Benita was t
Alpha Nathan’s POV When we reached the grand hall, Alpha Zach was already waiting. The moment his eyes landed on Benita, a warm smile spread across his face. He strode toward her with confidence and stopped right in front of her. “Lady Benita,” he said, his voice deep and charming. Without hesitation, he took both of her hands in his, pressing tender kisses to each one. “It is an honor to finally meet you.” I stiffened, my wolf growling low in my mind. The sight of another man touching her, no matter how innocent it seemed, made my blood boil. Benita, on the other hand, looked startled. “I… I’m sorry, do I know you?” Alpha Zach chuckled, his eyes sparkling with admiration. “Not personally, but your reputation precedes you. Your healing skills are known throughout my pack, and I had to see for myself the woman behind such incredible abilities. Now that I have, I must say, the stories don’t do you justice.” He let go of her hands, but not before his gaze lingered, taking in her fea
Benita’s POV “There’s only one way to find out,” he said, and before I could process his words, he sealed his lips over mine. I gasped in shock, but he didn’t flinch; instead, he deepened the kiss. My mind screamed at me to push him away, to stop this madness, but my heart and body betrayed me. A soft moan escaped me as I pulled him closer, matching his intensity. It had been five long years since I’d felt his touch, and it was as if a dormant part of me had awakened, roaring to life. He groaned against my lips, kissing me with the desperation of a starved man, while I struggled to keep up with his fiery pace. My senses were slipping away, lost in the heat of the moment. I felt his hands slide under my towel, his fingers grazing my sensitive skin and sending shivers down my spine. One hand cupped my breast through the towel, his touch igniting every nerve. I moaned and kissed him deeply, wanting more of him. His fingers moved up, brushing against my entrance, causing me to mo
Alpha Nathan’s POV “Nina…” I stuttered with widened eyes I instinctively took a step back. My heart raced at the sight of the person standing before me. She looked exactly like Nina—no, she was Nina. I couldn’t mistake Nina for someone else. This was Nina standing before us with her usual sly smile spread across her face. “Nina…” Benita gasped, just as shocked as I was. Everyone in the room was frozen, staring as though we’d all seen a ghost. But this was no ghost—this was Nina, alive, standing before us with that same smug expression, though she seemed older, harder, as if life had carved something darker into her soul. I swallowed hard, my throat suddenly dry as my mind raced to piece together the impossible sight before me. Nina. She was supposed to be dead. She was dead. Yet here she was, alive and smirking like she had been waiting for this moment. But something about her had changed—her eyes held a darker glint, and she seemed older, more guarded, as if she had endured year
Benita’s POVEverything they were saying wasn’t making sense to me. In fact, I wasn’t paying attention to it at all. My entire focus was on the little pale, fragile girl standing a few steps away from me. I couldn’t explain it, but I felt drawn to her—even my wolf could feel it. She seemed so familiar, as though I knew her, as though I had seen her somewhere before. But I was certain I hadn’t met this little girl in my life.With furrowed brows, I continued staring at her and couldn’t help but notice the striking resemblance she had to Theo. One could easily mistake her for Theo, if she is dressed in his clothes and her long black hair trimmed down. That was how much they looked alike.I glanced at Nina, who was still talking to Nathan about the paternity of the little girl. I couldn’t believe she had sex with Nathan that night, and it resulted in a pregnancy that gave birth to this little girl who looked so much like my son. But somehow, it made a little sense. Nathan’s genes were st
Benita’a POV For a moment, I considered walking away. She deserved it—every ounce of coldness I wanted to show her. After everything she’d done to me, after the chaos she’d caused in our lives, now she was here, demanding my help as if I owed her something. I opened my mouth, ready to refuse helping, but then my eyes drifted back to the little girl. She was so small, so fragile. Her pale face seemed even paler under the oversized clothes she wore, and her big, round eyes darted nervously around the room. She looked scared—lost, even. My heart twisted. She wasn’t responsible for Nina’s mistakes or Nathan’s choices. She didn’t ask to be dragged into this mess. And no matter how much I wanted to despise her because of who her parents were, I couldn’t bring myself to do it. I took a deep breath, willing the tension to ease out of my shoulders. I turned to Nina, meeting her hostile gaze with a calmness I didn’t feel. “I’ll help her,” I said quietly, ignoring the flash of surprise in Ni
Nathan's POV My chest tightened, and my wolf growled angrily as I watched Benita and Theo walk out of the living room. A part of me wanted to follow her, to explain myself, but what could I possibly say? “So, I think we’ll need a room. The journey was long,” Nina said, snapping my attention back to her. She stood there, watching me with an infuriating calmness, her lips curving into a faint smile. “Alpha Nathan, you don’t seem pleased to see me back,” she said with a cocky smile, and my frown deepened. Of course, I wasn’t happy she was back. No, I was happy and relieved she wasn’t dead because somehow, I blamed myself for her death when I didn’t go after her. And now that I realized she was alive, I was a bit relieved, but then why did she have to show up now? Why now, when I was trying to win back Benita and my son? Why now, when there seemed to be a tiny bit of progress with Benita and me? “Did you wish I never returned?” she asked, but I couldn’t give a response. What could I
Nathan’s POV “Benita will never forgive you,” Nina said, her voice trembling now, though it was hard to tell if it was genuine or another manipulation. “You’ve done too much damage, Nathan. And when she leaves, you’ll be alone. Again.” “Maybe,” I admitted, my tone softer now. “But I’m willing to take that chance. Because even if I lose her, I’m not going back to you.” Her lips parted in shock, and for a moment, I thought she might lash out, but instead, she laughed bitterly, shaking her head. “You’ll regret this,” she said, stepping back toward the door. “You’ll regret pushing me away, Nathan.” I didn’t say a word. Instead, I walked to the minibar located in my office. I took out a bottle of whiskey, poured it into a glass, and then turned back to face her. “I’m doing a DNA test,” I announced, studying the expression on Nina’s face and realizing she looked unbothered. It was pretty obvious the child was mine. She shrugged. “Suit yourself,” she said and moved closer to me. “What
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Still thrusting inside her, Theo moved over to the left crook of her neck and licked it. Then he took out his fangs and sank them into her. Lagertha exclaimed in discomfort, but Theo kept sinking his fangs in until he got a taste of her blood and marked her. Slowly, he pulled away and began licking the spot he had marked while his wolf howled in pleasure. Initially, Lagertha felt discomfort, but through the licks and continued thrusting inside her, the pain was later replaced by pleasure and her wolf was purring. “Mark me,” Theo grunted as he pulled away from her neck, taking his fangs in. Lagertha swallowed. She leaned forward, her lips finding the spot where his neck met his shoulder, her teeth grazing his skin. She bit down, sinking her fangs into his flesh, marking him as hers. Theo groaned, his body tensing, his hands gripping her tighter as he felt the bond form, the connection between them strengthening. “That is it,” Theo moaned in pleasure while she licked her mark, and
Theo pulled his fingers out slowly, and Lagertha bit her lip at the emptiness that followed. A soft gasp escaped her as his thumb gently brushed over her sensitive nipple, sending a shudder through her body. He shifted his weight, settling between her legs, and her breath caught when she realized what was about to happen. “Say it again, my love,” Theo murmured, his voice barely above a whisper, filled with warmth and vulnerability that only she ever got to hear. “Please… I want to hear you say it.” Lagertha hesitated, her chest rising and falling with uneven breaths. She wanted this—she had never wanted anyone the way she wanted Theo. Her heart was full of him. Still, there was a trembling in her soul, a fear of how deeply she was giving herself. But his presence grounded her, and the love in his gaze made it impossible to pull away. “Please,” she whispered, her voice trembling with desire and trust. “Make love to me.” Something softened in Theo’s eyes. He leaned forward and press
He leaned in and kissed her again, this time with more intention. His lips brushed hers slowly, delicately, as if he were savoring the moment. Lagertha's hands clutched at his shoulders, her breath catching as he deepened the kiss, his tongue flicking gently against hers before retreating. Theo pulled back just slightly, eyes never leaving hers. “May I?” he whispered, his fingers grazing the thin straps of her gown. Lagertha nodded, her voice lost to the lump in her throat. Theo slid the straps down her shoulders, the sheer white fabric slowly cascading down her body until it pooled silently at her feet. She stood before him, naked, her breath shallow and skin tingling with awareness. The candlelight caressed every inch of her skin, wrapping her in a warm golden glow that made her look otherworldly. Theo's gaze roamed over her body with admiration, not lust—though the heat in his eyes made her shiver. “You’re so beautiful,” he whispered, his voice husky. “Even more than I imagined
“Are you nervous?” Lila asked Lagertha, who was standing before the dresser in just a white, transparent, sexy gown. The dress was a gift from Lila. Just a few hours ago, Lagertha and Theo had exchanged vows as husband and wife, and Lagertha had just been crowned as Luna. Guests were still downstairs, music was still playing, when Lila had to drag Lagertha away so she could get her prepared for her first night with Theo. “Yes, I am nervous,” Lagertha responded as she turned away from the mirror and looked at Lila. “But I am excited,” she added with a smile. Lila chuckled and took both her hands. “Coming from someone who has experienced it, I will tell you it is the best experience in one’s life, and especially when you are doing it with a man you love.” Lagertha smiled at Lila, but she was still worried. “What if I don’t match up to his expectations? You know Theo is more experienced with women… What if…” she trailed off. Lila squeezed Lagertha’s hands gently, cutting off her
Lagertha’s POV A big smile spread across my face as I looked through the window, staring at the familiar trees of the pack. It was great to be back home — to be with Theo — who sat beside me, gently stroking my hair. For strange reasons, I could feel he was tense. I couldn’t explain why, but I felt it deep in my bones. Slowly, I lifted my head from his shoulder and looked up at him. Our eyes met, and he smiled. It wasn’t fake, but it wasn’t completely relaxed either. It felt like a smile laced with nerves. “Are you okay?” I asked, worry threading my voice. Theo nodded quickly. “Of course,” he said, placing an assuring kiss on my forehead — but it did nothing to ease the knot in my stomach. Something was definitely up with him. “Are you worried the pack won’t accept me?” I asked, my voice soft. Theo scoffed lightly. “What nonsense. Of course they will. They have no choice, Laggy… You are my mate, and I love you so much. My family loves you too—” Before he could finish his
Lila’s POV Oscar’s home is just a few drives away from the pack house. When we reached his home, his men stationed at each corner of his home greeted us, but we barely responded; all that was in our mind was getting to Oscar’s room. It seemed we were so eager for it. Oscar led me up the stairs and to his room. Reaching his room, we stepped in, and I took in the surroundings. Oscar's room was exactly what I had imagined—clean, simple, but with a distinct masculine charm. A faint scent of cedarwood and something uniquely him lingered in the air, making my pulse quicken. His bed was neatly made, navy sheets stretched tight across the mattress, and a soft glow from the lamp on his nightstand bathed the room in a warm hue. I stood there for a moment, unsure of what to do or say. Oscar shut the door behind us, the soft click echoing in the stillness. I turned to look at him, and he was already watching me—his gaze intense, searching, as if he were trying to figure out what I was th
Lila’s POV I checked my wristwatch and realized Oscar’s flight had arrived. Any moment now, he’d be walking out of that terminal, and just the thought made my heart race. It had only been two days since he left, but it felt like an eternity. I missed him so much it ached. I craved him—his arms around me, his lips on mine. I wanted to feel him again. God, I was horny. My wolf scoffed in me, clearly annoying me even more. Where I stood beside the car, leaning on it with my back, I stood beside the car, leaning against it with my back, trying to stay calm as I waited. Passengers began pouring out of the terminal with their luggage, and my eyes scanned the crowd, searching for him. But suddenly an intoxicating smell hit my nose. My nostrils flared. That scent. It wasn’t just intoxicating—it was maddening, wild, and warm, curling into my lungs like it belonged there. My wolf froze, then jolted forward in my mind with a snarl that shook me to my core. Mate. My body straighten
Oscar’s POV “When are you arriving… I’ll come pick you up myself,” Lila said through the mind link, and I chuckled. “Already missing me?” I teased. “Of course I am… you’ve been gone for two days. And good news—Theo and Lagertha are coming back tonight. Theo has a surprise for Lila, and Mother is helping him prepare it. I want you here before they arrive,” Lila muttered, and I smiled. I was happy with how things turned out between Lagertha and Theo. After my fight with Grey, Ma’am Benita told us the truth—that Theo and Lagertha wouldn’t be going through any surgery because Lagertha could see. They hid it from us. She explained why she did, and I understood. “So what time am I expecting to pick you up at the airport?” Lila pressed on. A smile spread across my face. “I’m on my way to the airport… so in the next four hours, I’ll be arriving in California,” I said. “Good… I will be waiting for you. Have a nice trip back, darling. I love you.” My heart fluttered. “I love you,