Mark’s POV“Hmmn, this coffee tastes so good.” Carl complimented, putting down the cup.I smirked with pride. “Didn’t I tell you he makes the best coffee? I didn’t just get close to him because of Kate, I have had a taste of his awesomeness,”“Is that me?” Lois asked above us.“Hey, man.” I stood up to embrace him. “Please join us. I actually came here to see you.”“Okay, this is nice. I am guessing this is your friend Carl.” He said.“Yeah. Carl meets Lois, he is a mutual friend of Kate and me. Lois meet my best friend, Carl.”“Nice to meet you.” They both chorused as they exchanged handshakes.“I hope you aren’t too busy, Lois?” I asked.“It’s not something my staff can’t handle.” He replied.“So, Carl and I wanted to go on a road trip for vacation. We stop at will wherever we please and have fun. Kate and Karen will be joining us. I just wanted to know if you and Bianca might want in too.”Lois chortled, “That's a nice thought.”“It was all Carl’s idea.” I gave him his flowers and
Mark’s POVI pushed past the crowd quickly to get to Rayna. The truck had stopped and people had gathered around it. My heart thumped crazily as I was beginning to imagine different scenarios of Rayna lying on the road in the pool of her blood. To my relief, she was standing on the other side of the road pale-faced. Luckily, she was able to make it to the other side before the truck came falling.I staggered backward, feeling my legs give way. Just when I thought I would fall to the ground, two strong arms grabbed me to hold me up. It turned out to be that of Lois and Carl.“It’s okay, man. You are fine, she is fine too.” Carl’s voice assured me.I breathed hard, feeling choked. My panic attack was almost creeping in but I had to fight it back. They helped me back to the cafe. I sat down staring into space. Lois made me a relaxing tea to keep me calm.“Damn, that was heart-wrenching. I thought she was gone.” Lois noted.Carl tuttered. “Everything flew out of my head. Why would she ru
Kate’s POV“Ouch,” I exclaimed as the coffee burned my lips.Blowing on it, I read through the email Lance had sent to me. Since I won’t be around, I had to update him and make sure nothing is amiss for Dame to tamper with. I have decided to keep his suspension on the side for now. But that doesn’t mean he is off the hook. I have eyes on him just in case he misbehaves again.Mark made his way to the kitchen, he didn’t bother to acknowledge me. I giggled to myself knowing he must have met with Rayna.“Good morning to you too, Mark. I bet your outing yesterday went well.” I taunted with my lips to the cup.He thinned his eyes at me, lips parted like he planned to say something. He seemed to have a rethink and turned away instead. Wow! That's a first. Whatever happened between him and Rayna must have touched him a bit. It won’t be a surprise if they already got over their differences. These folks will never cease to amuse me.The doorbell rang and I went to get it. “Lois.” I giggled, hug
Mark’s POV“Are you sure it is advisable to drive the car yourself?” I asked Carl, not fully convinced about his ability. “Shouldn’t we just hire an available driver?”He held up a snort. “The worst that can happen is me handing the wheels over to you. Don’t forget we have Lois too.”“Carl, I get that you are excited about this trip. But you should know that there is nothing wrong with seeking assistance.”“Of what use would the road trip be if we have someone else driving us and meddling in our private discussions?” He was beginning to sound cranky.I shrugged, “does that even matter? What matters is that we get what we want and that is enough. The destination is what matters.”“You coward, just admit that you are feeling too lazy to drive and would prefer to not be involved in it.” Carl sneered.I gasped dramatically, “Wow, am I that obvious.”“You are an asshole.” He sucked his teeth and walked away from me.I sighed in exhaustion, putting the bags in the car booth. This is my firs
Kate’s POVMark is still ignoring me. He sure knows how to hold a grudge and all along I thought I was the best at it. I have decided to shake the thoughts away and focus my attention on enjoying the road trip. Karen seemed the most excited, she kept chattering away about the itinerary she had laid out for the number of days we would spend away. As we moved into the bus, I noticed Bianca grumbling about something. She chose not to sit with Lois and came to join Karen and me at the back. I exchanged a glance with Karen and she shrugged in response. “Are you guys ready to get on this trip?” Carl’s excited voice inquired. “We are!” The response was a chorus followed by bursts of laughter. “Our first stop will be the Dark Storm pack. So let’s get on it.” He mused starting the car. Karen stretched out her hand to pinch me. “I hear there is eye candy at the Dark Storm pack.” I turned my lips up. “What sort of candy?” Bianca giggled, shaking her head. “Male candy. They do have good-lo
Kate’s POVMark leaned against the wall with his head thrown to the back like he was thrown into a meditating space while puffing smoke into the air. My wolf purred at how sexy he looked. I cleared my throat to get his attention. He gave me a brief side glance and returned to staring into nothing in particular. “I am trying to get your attention,” I stated the obvious. He only hummed in response. “Mark, can we not act childish please?” “Childish?” He repeated and scoffed. “Kate, I just want to have my smoke in peace. Aren’t you hungry? We might be mo
Kate’s POVMy excuse for not researching much about the road trip was that I had no intention to go and Karen had practically dragged me with her. I realized after a day that the pack picked to arrive at had booming tourist attractions. Leon handed each of us an itinerary of what our days in the Dark Storm pack involved and it was packed with so many activities. Yesterday, we went hiking on their highest mountain which had an amazingly beautiful sight underneath it. Neither Redmoon nor Diamond Pack have mountains to explore or climb. Even if they had, it doesn’t seem likely that I would have thought to explore. We ended up at the beach and it was a party through the night. Bonfire appears like it mi
Mark’s POVEveryone is having fun on this trip, but it seems Kate is the one having the most fun. Whenever I see her, she is either on her phone giggling at a text or smiling a bit too widely at whatever it is Leon says. I actually tried liking Leon, but seeing Kate get too comfortable around him is bothering me. They are both seated around a table near the swimming pool watching something on a phone. Their heads were together like they couldn’t seem to see whatever it was on the phone apart. She always does this, appearing happy with someone else and I am here looking like a moron and wondering when she would get my time.
Kate’s POVMy heart felt like it would rip out of my chest and I would die from excessive bleeding. Mark drove off recklessly and the only thought that kept going in my head was for him not to get hurt. I have never seen him so full of rage and hurt at the same time. Not even during the years we had spent feuding against each other. I could feel his emotions right within my pores. The rage and disappointment was visible. Shutting my eyes tightly, I let out a growl as that bastard's name flashed in my head. Dame! No wonder he has been asking cryptic questions and throwing snide remarks. The bastard must have felt on top of the world after doing what he did. What I can’t seem to understand is how he g
Mark’s POVAll of the caution from my wolf to calm down wasn’t working on me. I really need Kate to come here and explain this madness that is driving me nuts right now. The content of the envelope looked like animation to me. I tried to not think it through since the person who brought it to me couldn’t be trusted. Yet my treacherous mind kept going back to it. I had to send the pictures out to affirm that it wasn’t photoshopped. Also, the name of the guy Kate locked lips with was Charles. I had heard of that name before. It rang a very familiar bell in my head. Without thinking I got on the plane and came down to the Redmoon pack. Calling Kate to affirm what I witnessed wouldn’t
Kate’s POVAs if the trouble I encountered with Charles this morning wasn’t enough. I had to bump into Dame in the elevator. My already ruined mood went on to become sour. “Wow, just the exact thing I need for my morning.” He said as soon as the doors closed up. All I could mumble was that the elevator stopped on time. I do not want to be around a moron like Dame. Can’t tell what I might do to him or myself. I have been riled up enough. So I chose to pretend he doesn’t exist at all. Because in reality, the fool has no count in my world. But as expected, a moron like Dame wouldn’t know when it is the right time to talk or not. He just keeps yapping like he is doing at the moment. “I see you are still very relaxed and not rattled yet.” He said that there is something he is aware of. “You know something, Kate. Do you have this premonition recently like I do that something is about to go wrong for you? I mean it won’t just rip you out, it will tear you apart. I doubt your situation wi
Kate’s POVMy wolf was restless. I have been having this strange feeling lately like something is about to go wrong. Even though I continuously push the thoughts away, it keeps coming. It’s as if I have no control over it. It torments everything inside of me and I am helpless to the effect. I barely have nightmares. But I have been having them persistently lately and it’s quite dark. More disturbing is that I have been seeing Jean in my dreams. It seems as if things are about to go awry. “Stop thinking so negatively.” My wolf urged. “I can’t really help it,&rdqu
Mark’s POVI let out a long breath, wiping off the sweat that dripped down my face. It’s been so long that I have almost forgotten how enjoyable it is running in the woods at night. My wolf felt thrilled and wouldn’t stop howling. I intend to get a long sleep after this. But first a filled belly. The chef already left for home. I opened the fridge to find the meals she prepped. Series of options to pick from. Smirking to myself, I pulled out a chicken casserole bowl. Put the portion that would be enough for me to eat on a plate and microwaved it. Waiting patiently for it to warm up with a spoon in hand, I sat on the stool staring around the house. I don’t know why I am in a particular mo
Kate’s POVMy head felt like it would split into two. I haven’t been myself since I woke up. I crave to get drunk, go on a wild drive, and just disappear into thin air. I have been put through so much with the stupid play Charles indulged in. I am so gullible, it’s almost unbelievable. For someone who has had to go through so much disappointment from men, I should have acted smarter with this one. How I let myself get so gullible is disgusting. I can’t be tagged as anyone’s role model. It’s obvious they will be led astray with me just opening my mouth. “Don’t be so harsh on yourself. It’s not worth it.” My wolf advised. “Also, you can just remain
Mark’s POV“Do not mind that bastard! He is obviously trying to get into your head.” My wolf urged as my eyes remained glued on the envelope Dame dropped. “The things in it are probably photoshopped.” Inhaling deeply, I sucked my teeth, relaxing back in my chair. That bastard sure has a lot of nerve walking in here. Did he think I would believe him? I was so stunned by his attitude that I couldn’t really piece my words together. Fucking asshole! My focus has already been messed with and it seemed proper to just head home. Standing up, I reached for the envelope. Promising myself to not check through. I should put a call through to Kate. Considering how that moron showed up, h
Dame’s POV“This looks quite fancy.” My wolf drawled in a mocking tone. A satisfied smirk appeared on my face as I got out of the car feeling good. I have never been in the Diamond pack before. This happens to be a first and it is the most joyous moment for me too. Caressing my jacket, I walked towards the building. Not sure which floor I am headed to just yet, but I am certain all I need to say is the name. Saw a pretty lady and asked her where Mark Mccatty’s office might be. She directed me and I went straight to business, ignoring the urge to ask for her contact. Got on the el
Kate’s POVI have always prided myself in being courteous, but today I am throwing all of the damned rules in the wind. I didn’t care that Charles' secretary might end up losing her job as I barged into his office rudely. He had some people with him who had to leave on my insistence. “What’s going on, Kate?” He asked like he wasn’t the one who orchestrated the problem at hand. I fished out my phone with fidgety hands. Didn’t let that deter me as I tapped on the blog link Bianca shared with me and put it in his face. He stared at me like I had just blasphemed.