I knocked on the door softly and turned the doorknob. It was unlocked. I made sure to lock it when I closed. "Chad!" Bella beamed. She was sitting on the sofa. she was wearing silk pajama shorts with a matching short rob on top. Anger rushed through me when I saw her bandaged knees and some scratche
Bella's POV Chad looked at me intently after what I said. Rejecting a fated mate was not common. It was frowned upon and, in most cases, punishable. The only acceptable reason to reject a mate was that if said mate was cheating or was abusive. But even then, outstanding proofs were required in ord
Chad Jasper was now back on his feet. He stared coldly towards Bella. Bella held his gaze, defiantly. Staring an alpha directly in the eyes was a form of challenge in itself. I could see Jasper's jaw ticking. He hated my closeness to Bella. That much was clear, too bad for him, he lost his chance.
Bella My cheeks turned red when I heard the door reopen. I didn't have to turn around to know it was him. I could feel his eyes burning through my skin. The strong connection I felt with him scared me. My pregnancy hormones have no business having crazy thoughts about Lycan King Chad. He closed th
Bella Chad stiffened when he heard the woman. He didn't let go of my hand, but he avoided my eyes. My heart skipped. He told me he didn't have a mate. Who could this woman be? The woman's eyes jumped from me to Chad in bewilderment. Her fake smile looked like it was hurting her physically. "My
Chad's POV When Cobalt urged me to go to her, I didn't think it twice. My wolf's connection to her was growing rapidly day by day. I ran through the hallways, searching for her until her sweet scent reached me. Something was not feeling right. It was as if I could sense her restlessness. Just as I
Bella's POV Chad and I stand up at the same time. His chair scratched the floor noisily. The tidal wave of his aura made us gasp. Everyone present bared their necks except me. Anaisha didn't feel like she needed to submit. Chad reigned his aura when he saw the effect he was causing. Alpha Terrence
They left, and I made my way back through the garden with small steps. Chad caught up with me. "Bella?" He grabbed me by my bared shoulders. I can't explain the sparks I felt at his touch. They feel stronger each time. Is it possible to build a connection with someone other than your mate? I saw his