Cassian
“Hmmn.” I let out a painful groan, unable to keep it to myself any longer.It's almost as if the more we get into the exercise, the harder it gets. And Lyra isn’t being nice tome. It is probably her means to get revenge on me for how I had judged the argument betweenher and Amy.“I can’t go further,” I said breathless.“Just three more to go,” Lyra replied stiffly.Shutting my eyes tightly, I managed to scale through the rest while consoling myself with thethought of the massage. Only for me to get on with taking my clothes off and she stopped me.“Why?” I inquired genuinely taken aback.“I need you to take the juice for a few days before we do that again. It is just to make sure that itis working.” She mumbled.I searched her face for any kind of spite she might be hiding away. I have been anticipating themassage like my lifeMark’s POV“What do you mean by Kate is returning to the company? She was suspended from the companyremember.” I stated eyeballing Marilyn.Marilyn looked up from the file she had in front of her and stared me down. “Kate is a key pathof the company and has to be involved in the projects.”A disgusted scoff escaped my lips. “Do you hear yourself? She is barely four years in the companyand you also enlisted her as a key part of us. How much did she pay you to slot her back in.”“If you aren’t Jake’s son, I would have smacked the living daylight out of you.” She said calmly.“What?” I shifted on my crutches while trying not to relax on the healing leg too much.“Act deaf all you want. Kate has been let back into the company, so I would advise you to get agrip on yourself. We need this project to work out without you creating any kind of mess and I
Kate’s POV“Where is this place?” Jake asked as I opened the car door for him to get off.I laughed a little and stood next to him. “When we go in you will see. But for a heads up, It is aprivate beach. And I invited Marilyn.”He gave me a suspicious glance. His wolf seemed to be growling in disapproval too. “Why? Whyinvite Marilyn when we are supposed to be spending time together?” His voice seemed raisedand I can almost tell why it is like that.I scratched the back of my neck. “She wanted to be here. Also, I had asked her to come.”Marilyn had bumped into Jake when he thought no one was watching as he coughed up blood. Ididn’t need to be there to be fully aware of the gruesome sight that must have been. She fearedsomething terrible was going on and thought to share it with me. I couldn’t respond to herupright that I knew what was happening. Bringing Jake
Mark’s POVA light yawn escaped my lips as I entered the house, i pulled at my tie feeling exhausted. The dayseemed so long that I was worried it wouldn’t end soon. From one meeting to another, I almostdidn’t catch a break. Just when I thought the rest of the day would go smoothly. I caught sight ofKate strolling casually down the stairs.How did I miss the car outside?“What are you doing here?” I questioned.Kate gave me a stare-down and walked towards the kitchen like she didn’t hear me. I wanted togo after her but my wolf cautioned me. Putting too much pressure on my legs that I practicallyjust laid off crutches wouldn’t be too nice. I acquiesced and headed to my room.Dad sure knows how to do everything to get on my last nerve. I thought there was an unspokenagreement to not let her back into the house. I got changed and headed towards his room.Marilyn stood in my way.
Kate’s POVJake died when the moon was in its full glory in the middle of the night. He went so soundly, thatone would have thought he was just sleeping. Mark had gone bonkers as he kept calling severalspecialists in different packs begging them to save his father. It turns out that most of the travelsJake indulged in, he went to seek for the specialist's help. But nothing came to play.He must have been desperate to remain alive and had been a hard time for him going through allof that alone. Such a shame that he couldn’t get what he sought. I haven’t been able to cry sincethe incident two days ago. My heart seemed like it was frozen and my eyes laced heavily withunshed tears. My tongue has taken an involuntary break making it difficult for me to want to sayanything.I sighed again in exhaustion, it is so hard to lose someone that you have almost idolized to neverbe gone. My heart is in shamble
Dame’s POVAll my life I have never been so eager to see someone on their return from a trip as I am feelingtowards Lance’s arrival from Diamond Pack. He has been gone for over two weeks, tending toother things. He had called to say he had some important news to share when he got on theplane back home. Which I really hope is in terms of the company. With the major owner dead, Iasked him to speak to the son if he was willing to sell.I don’t mind selling off the pack to get it. I need my company back. I paced the study back andforth, sucking my teeth. I checked the time and he should be here by now. Just when I was aboutto put a call through again, the door opened, relieving me of my stress.“What the hell, Lance? Are you a snail? Why did it take you so long to get here?”He made a snorty sound, plopping onto the couch with a smirk on his face. “I do not owe you mymovement. I had to go h
Jean’s POVDame’s grip on me loosened, causing me to fall on the floor panting slowly. My heart raced twiceas fast as I remembered it to be. I had almost forgotten that I was pregnant. The doctor had justaffirmed it to me today and I am already on a journey to lose it.He looked very shocked at the news and seemed to be doing a calculation in his head. All of asudden he snapped.“You bitch! Are you trying to escape my wrath by lying so blatantly?” Dame growled, his eyesfilled with hatred for me. It made my heart clench tightly.I bit back on my quivering lips. “You can call the packhouse doctor to affirm. I have no reason tolie.”The wheels were beginning to turn in his head now. Which I feel very glad for, I thought we wereover the discussion of Kate. But I guess it was just wishful thinking on my part. He would neverforget her unless I was out of the picture. And I will be damn
Kate’s POVLosing someone dear to one’s heart rips you of a shield that you find hard to express. I didn’tknow just how much he meant to be me until I returned from work and ended up with an emptyroom. Jake was nowhere near to help massage my aching feet or dazzle me with stories of whenhe was young and notorious.I miss his ever-teasing wiggle of his brows when I am trying to get upset at something. He alwayshad the right thing to say. Jake was my father until the very end. Giving me everything andmaking sure that I lacked nothing even when I didn’t deserve it.The tears formed again but my eyes had grown too tired to let it out. Inhaling deeply, I let out ashaky breath and stood up to wash and take my bath. The family lawyer is visiting today. Hecouldn’t read the will immediately after we buried Jake as it appears none of us is interested inhearing what affirms the death of the man we ha
Mark’s POV“Take a moment to breathe, Mark, and stop stressing your legs out so much,” Carl said.I sucked my teeth, pausing abruptly. I couldn’t stay back at that damned house after hearingwhat the lawyer had to say. Carl was the only person that I could come to.“Can you believe what they just did?” I questioned.“I can believe it considering how you were towards Jake before his last days.” He stated bluntly.“What are you saying? All of this is Kate’s fault. I am very sure she turned my father against meto get the inheritance. She has been doing so for years. How possible is it that someone asinexperienced as her was gifted a company? The one at Redmoon to be precise.”He cackled. “You are acting really delusional. Kate had nothing to do with you and your father’srelationship going sour. Why won’t you just admit to your shit? This is wrong! Y
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.
Kate’s POVMy eyes felt swollen from crying so hard. I struggled a bit to get on my feet. My wolf whimpered at the strangling pain in my neck. Lois was right about seeing a doctor. Fear had taken a soul grip on me when Dame had grabbed me by the neck. The short life that I have lived flashed in front of my eyes and I wished I had lived a more fulfilled life. Nothing prepared me for his actions. I couldn’t process the thought of him being someone that I once sought solace in. For a long time, I wondered if the problem was with me and I just couldn’t be loved as desired. But the answers came to me today. Dame is a horrible person who doesn’t deserve any good person in his life. That might sound too harsh of a judgment coming from me, but it is how I feel. I feel so sorry for Jean who had to endure such file treatment every now and then. One thing I am proud that I did though was giving him the taste of his own medicine. He would reel in pain for the most part of today. He doesn’t dese