Kate’s POV
“I can’t believe him!” I rambled under my breath, stomping towards my room.
Mark has a lot of nerve confronting me after what I saw him doing. Maybe I would have kept my association with Leon minimal out of respect for him. However, it just dawned on me that he doesn’t keep to his words. If he can’t, then it’s of no use to me trying. Such nerve!
“Kate?” Karen called out to me as I entered the room. “Who got you angry?”
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Kate’s POV“It is wrong that you are hoarding details. Come on, Kate.” Karen kept poking me from the window. I refused to respond and turned my face to the window. We were getting ready to leave. Leon came by to say goodbye and I had to get into the car quickly to avoid any awkward interaction. He had texted and called all through but there was no response. He must have decided to give up when I refused to respond still. Last night was hectic for me, I couldn’t get any sleep in as I kept thinking hard about how low I was ready to go. That is so not me. I don’t even like Leo
Mark’s POV“They aren’t even familiar with the pack. Why would they go clubbing?” Lois whined as he plopped onto the couch next to me. Carl chuckled. “Don’t worry, your woman is safe. The club is right underneath us in the safety of the hotel. And if you are thinking of going, sit your ass down. They warned that none of us should be there.” I scoffed to myself, taking a swig at the beer in my hand. Like I would want to be there. Kate can do whatever she pleases. I saw her heading out of the hotel last night looking all radiant for Leon. It’s no surprise she looked dejected this morning. Must be missing her man. “What’s with the silence?” Lois asked. “Nothing,” I grumbled in response. They both chuckled at the same time. “What is wrong, Mark?” Carl asked. I heaved, sucking my teeth. “I will never understand what these ladies want. We talked and said we would think through our feelings to be sure we wanted to be together. But is just a necessary formality. We want one another. It
Kate’s POVMy wolf grumbles and a splitting headache had me awake. I let out a yawn and almost gagged from the foul smell that left my mouth. What the hell? What did I eat? Scratching my eyes roughly, I blinked rapidly to get a glimpse of the room I was in. This doesn’t look like my room and where is Karen?I turned my head to the side and almost let out a yell at the sight of Mark seated calmly on the couch staring at me. I shut my eyes tightly trying to grasp the situation. What the hell am I doing in his room? I can’t seem to remember anything. I do remember going to the club with the girls. It will be best to pretend to be asleep until Mark steps out of the room. Moving my body cautiously, I pulled at the covers with my eyes closed. “You might get frustrated if you keep up that act.” His voice bounced through the corners of the room. I gulped at his words moving the cover slightly. “What?” Mark snickered, “You have been awake for the past five minutes. Why you chose to act lik
Kate’s POVI didn’t find Mark until noon. I almost had the feeling he was intentionally keeping away from me. But he had only gone hiking with Lois and Carl. Wouldn’t have been bothered even if he had truly been avoiding me. I was determined to clear the misunderstanding and move on. “Hey,” I mumbled next to him just as he settled by the bar for a drink. Mark chuckled lightly. “Here I was thinking you would avoid me the whole day.” “Really?”
Mark’s POVThe rest of the road trip went on with no hassle and we had premium fun. Kate became freer and I got to understand her more. Returning to our reality felt like a pain in the ass. I chuffed in my wolf form as I jumped past a large rock that had missed my eye. These past few weeks have been nothing but fun. Catching up with friends and laughing together. However, that didn’t erase the fact that my days here in the Redmoon pack were numbered. Marilyn already put in a memo informing the company boards back home that I would be returning. The courage would have left me if Kate hadn’t insisted that I return home just so we could have a clear vision of our feelings.
Kate’s POV“Mark, where are we headed?” I asked as he turned on the car ignition. He beamed brightly at me. “Why don’t you just enjoy the ride?” He suggested. I didn’t exactly have much strength to talk, so I did as told and enjoyed the cold night air that swished as we drove past the free road. I had hoped no one would go over and above to celebrate my birthday. Now I feel pretty bad for running out on the people who have nothing but love for me in their hearts.
Kate’s POV“What do you mean we should borrow funds for the upcoming projects? What happened to the reserved funds?” I questioned. There shouldn’t be a need to license guns. One should be able to make a purchase and use it. I keep forgetting that Dame works in the same space as I do. I want to break his bones to pieces. Would have been better if he kept his distance and had the decency to feel guilty about everything he did. But as it stands karma is friends with him and wouldn’t do anything to make him pay. I try my best to ignore him, but he always finds a way to get to m
Author’s POV Lance inhaled deeply as his hand touched the doorknob. He shouldn’t be here, it’s against his values. However, the past few days have turned out to be a form of self-reflection on whether he is truly the person he claims to be. It's all his father’s fault. Even if he wanted to remain unshaken in his values, he should have avoided debts at all costs. Sitting with Dame again isn’t part of his life decision. But he has been thrown a curveball and coming to the one person he should run from is his nemesis. Sighing again, he eventually opened the door.
Kate’s POVThe call was getting intense and I had to park my car by the side of the road to avoid ramming into a truck. I placed the phone right flaring my nose at Mark who seemed to be avoiding my eyes. “Why won’t you just make a report to the authorities since it keeps persisting?” I queried. Mark sat down and groaned. “Kate, it is not as easy as that.” “How? Can you see the harm they have done to you? Is it until one of you can’t be saved that w
Kate’s POV“For someone that went to a party. Why are you chugging down the cereal as if starved?” Karen questioned. I chewed the ones in my mouth slowly trying not to choke. It wasn’t until I got home that I realized I didn’t get to eat anything at the party which doesn’t even sound right. There were varieties of mouth-watering meals on the buffet table. I think the problem was me being too reserved to dive into those premium delicacies. Charles was too preoccupied with himself that he just dropped me at home and drove off. Would probably be pissed that I have to thi
Kate’s POVWhen Charles had boasted about his daughter, I thought she was a pretty little thing. Only to be slammed in the face with a young teen celebrating her thirteenth birthday. And I have to say, there is nothing pretty about her. She acts like a little bitch. Coupled with the fact that she already got her wolf, I pity the meek children she must be attending school with. Daisy my ass. Since I walked into the party space all she has done is order the house workers around and scream at every little thing. When Charles said to go say hello to the birthday girl, I wasn’t sure how I felt about it. “Hey, my princess. Meet my friend, Kate.” Charles introduced us.
Dame’s POVI can feel my dick deep in her throat but the excitement wasn’t there. Instead, I feel the strong urge to jam her head right against the wall for being so sloppy. What does she think she is doing gagging like that? Sucking my teeth, I pushed her roughly backward. She blinked like a dummy. “Did I do something wrong, my lord?” She asked. “Yes, you suck. Get the hell out!” I ordered, ruffling my hair. Picking up my whiskey-filled glass, I stared at it
Author’s POV“Was it that fun?” Karen cackled as Kate narrated her date with Charles and how much time they spent together. Kate giggled on the other end. “Believe me, Karen. He is the most interesting man I have ever come across. I want more outings with him and I can’t wait for you to return and meet him. He invited me to his daughter’s birthday this weekend.” “Oh, wow. He has a child and he wants you to meet her already. He sounds like someone who knows exactly what he wants and doesn’t hold back from getting it.”
Kate’s POV“Is it that funny?” Charles asked, taunting me when he knew well that his words were hilarious. It's unlikely that I have had this sort of moment with anyone before. From Charles's words, one can tell just how mischievous he is. Regaling me with tales of his childhood and the silly things he has indulged in being an adult. It was worth calling him. I can’t believe I have been pushing a moment as delightful as this back for a long time. Waving my hand, I cleared my throat. “If we continue this way I might lose my voice. Charles, you are a handful. How is it that you are still single?” I inquired nosily. He is obviously in the same age group as Dame. And men of power like them like to show just how much hold they have on a woman. He shrugged taking a sip of his drink. “Well, it seems my baggage might be too much for others to carry.” Quirking my brow, I asked. “How is that?” “I have a daughter.” He announced. “Oh.” I wasn’t expecting that. Maybe I should have just maint
Kate’s POVNo one told me just how bored one can get when there isn’t much to do or long conversations to get by. After spending two days all by myself I had to come to the conclusion that I can’t do much alone. Lois who would have made it easier for me to cope followed his woman home. She had lost her maternal grandmother and needed the support. Lois had offered that I come with them. But I hate being in an unfamiliar environment with no one to stick to my side through it all. Throwing my arms out, I rolled on the rug countlessly. I have exhausted my wolf so much that she has refused to respond to me. I have done more runs in the woods to clear my head in the last two days than I have ever done in years. If I were her, I would blank out too. I have had long talks with Karen, Marilyn, and Mark. They all seem to be having fun without me. But that sounds silly of me to say knowing no one is stopping me from showing up. Inhaling deeply, I sat up looking around the house as I thought of
Mark’s POVMy eyes remained glued to my phone screen as I took a sip of my drink. I don’t know why she hasn’t called me yet. It’s been over an hour. If that asshole tries anything stupid, I would have him beaten to a pulp. “If you wanted to remain glued to your phone. You shouldn’t have accepted my invitation to come out with me. Are you expecting something or someone?” Carl inquired with his nose up. I clicked my tongue in response. “It’s Karen. She asked that I pick her up from where she went. But I haven’t gotten any message or call from her.” “She is probably still busy where she is. Moreover, when did she arrive?” Early this morning.” I was surprised when she called and said she was arriving at the Diamond Pack airport. I spoke to Kate yesterday and she didn’t mention anything about Karen coming home. It wasn't until Karen told me exactly why that I realized why Kate didn’t say anything. I have always regarded James from afar and didn’t expect him to put up such a crappy att
Kate’s POVLois was right about me not getting over the trauma of being assaulted so quickly. In the past three days since the incident, I have become a scared cat. I close my eyes and Dame with his vicious hands are the things that haunt me. When I am alone, I am on alert glancing back and forth like I fear he would leap out of nowhere and pounce on me. That bastard! Even though I know in my head that he isn’t coming. I still feel anxious no matter how much I try to downplay it. I have worked out persistently to keep my mind focused on something else, but it does very little. The more I see the scar on my neck the more I am reminded of it. Checking the mirror now there are little to no scratches there and it brought relief to me. I finally wouldn’t have to keep seeing it. Karen and Lois have been amazing. Watching over me and treating me like I was truly deserving of all they had to offer. Every day I wake up and thank the goddess for putting this amazing set of people in my life.