Kate’s POV“We should go for a run.” My wolf suggested. I shook my head in refusal, throwing my head to the back. If I do anything close to moving too fast I might collapse to the ground. My body feels tired, my brain fogged and anxiety has my cores in shatters. I just can’t deal with this anymore. Need something to cheer me up. Karen isn’t around to keep me company, she has her classes on today. Lois on the other hand won’t talk to me because I had taken Bianca to meet his mum and have a conversation. He said I was preventing her from seeing her mistake for what it was. He expected her to take the initiative to see his mother herself. Sometimes I am forced to think my best friend might be insane. The way he thinks is so annoying. It’s as if he doesn’t want to get back with her. Shutting my eyes tightly, I tried to get the thoughts out and think straight of anything that I might be able to do outside the office. Deciding that a drive would do, I picked up my bag. Just as I attempted
Kate’s POV“So you are just going to agree to be his girl?” Lois inquired with a displeased look on his face. I chewed rapidly on my fries, nodding. “Not exactly, i only intend to see how this goes.” He didn’t seem to agree with my excuse. Now that we have been able to resolve our differences, I updated him on everything I had been up to. Most importantly, Charles. I never expected him to agree with my intention. However, his blunt refusal wasn’t what I imagined. “You see, I do not have a problem with whatever it is that you do. As long as it makes you happy. But the clause here is your words to Mark. Does he know that you have finally made up your mind and moved on?” “Why do you have to put it like that?” “It is exactly how I see it.” He insisted stubbornly. “You knew me before you knew Mark. What is it with this staunch loyalty?” “Because I am a good friend. The one who looks out for the happiness of his friends. Like I said, if you are happy then I am too. But Mark has to als
Kate’s POVThe rate at which my wolf has been restless lately bothers me. Especially here in the office. It’s beginning to feel like I am not keen on working. These past few days have been draining for me. I come in and it just gets tiring. I end up seeking a means of escape at every given chance. My phone rang pulling me out of my thoughts. A small smile played on my lips when Charles turned out to be the caller. He is really standing on business. “Hi, Charles.” I cooed. “Good morning, beautiful. How was your night?” He asked. “Restful. Yours?” “Just as splendid. Wanted to know how you are doing?” “I am fine, thank you. Are you at the office already?” There was a brief movement on the other end. “Not yet. I needed to take Daisy to school. She was throwing a bit of tantrums today.” I furrowed my brows. “Why does she have to act out before you get her to school?”“Because her mother always insists she wants to take her. Daisy just decided she wanted me today and I couldn’t refus
Kate’s POVA light giggle escaped my lips after reading through Charles's message. He is so intentional that it has me feeling like a little girl. It is safe to say I am little in this situation. I haven’t had much experience dealing with a he-wolf’s keen interest in me. My wolf made a taunting sound. My eyes searched the cafe for Karen. I have no idea what is taking her so long in the restroom. Since it is the weekend, we decided to come over to Lois cafe and just have fun. Even though Lois will keep himself busy, he will still make sure to join us. My phone rang, jolting me out of my reverie. Seeing the caller, I slapped my forehead. How could I have forgotten to call back?Coughing softly, I answered the call. “Hey, Mark,” I said in a high-pitched tone. His laughter rumbled into my ear. “Hey, beautiful. Why do you sound like someone who has been caught messing up?” “I am sorry I didn’t return your call. It skipped my mind.” There was a little pause on the other end, like he was
Mark’s POVMy wolf almost tripped over a broken tree branch. The unexpected occurrence made me stagger a bit. Getting a grip on myself, I jumped past it and kept running. Kate has taken a different turn in her attitude, and it bothers me. I was on the verge of taking the plane down to the Redmoon pack this morning when I called her, and she didn’t respond. I expected she would call back, but when she didn’t, I had to text Karen to be sure everything was okay. When she eventually answered, one could tell the distraction in her voice, and it didn’t sit well with me at all. We have been going back and forth this way for a few weeks now. I am tempted to think she might have lost interest in
Kate’s POV“You are toying on a dangerous route.” My wolf warned. I shut her voice out as I texted Charles back, saying I would love to have lunch with him and watch movies afterward tomorrow. Calming Mark felt easy as I had taken my time to listen to him. I really have no plans to leave Mark for the sake of Charles. Something about him, Charles, doesn’t seem right yet, and I intend to find out. Letting everyone’s opinion lay to sleep, I went into my closet to check for something to wear, but nothing seemed appealing. So I went to raid Karen’s instead, she had her head deep in her drawing boo
Kate’s POVShifting at night and running through the woods can be exhilarating. The moon shining and the crickets doing what they know best just put me in the best of moods. After a long day at work, it helps relieve all the knots I must have piled up throughout the day. It didn’t take long before I returned to the house. Paid less attention to Karen who was in a corner of the living room sowing. I got into my shower, showered, and got dressed in one of Mark’s shirts that I stole from him. Feels super comfy and has his smell in it. It reminded me of him so I decided to put a video call through. “Hey, baby.” His voice came alive. I blushed at how handsome he looked, relaxing outside the house with his arm over his head. “Hi. Are you by the pool?” “Yeah, thought to enjoy some air. Carl is also here making my life miserable. How are you? Looking fresh.” He commented. “Well, I just had my bath after running in the woods. And now I am feeling comfortable in your shirt.” I drawled wigg
Kate’s POV“You are resigning?” I uttered with my eyes glued to the laptop screen. Lance muttered, “I just think it is time I step back from all this.” I leaned back into the chair, folding my arms. “I have a strong belief that your decision didn’t stem from nothing. Please sit.” I urged. He sat down gingerly, I can tell only half of his butt was on the chair. “Believe me, ma’am. There is nothing to tell, you will only be disappointed.&
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.
Kate’s POV“What in the world is this?” Karen blurted. My eyes almost popped out of their sockets as I tried hard to process the view in front of me. How did this get out? Who would make such spiteful remarks about me? What I can’t process is how the picture got to the media in the first place. As if it wasn’t fair enough that they claimed Charles Sanders and I are dating. Some headlines said the project we are working on must have been gotten because I was sleeping with Charles. Pictures of us kissing filled the entire tabloids. This wouldn’t have been worrisome if I was just by myself and didn’t just confess to Mark not too long ago how much he means to me. I hate being in the face of everyone. It doesn’t seem right that I have to constantly get judged by people who know nothing about me. I gasped as the reality hit me. Did Charles know I was going to turn him down, so he kept this image to spite me?“He wouldn’t dare to do that.” My wolf interjected. “What if he did?” I mouthed