Book 2 of Mated to the Rogue Alpha. After her father’s death, Karina was seen as cursed/ a bastard due to her questionable birth. On her own, she was cornered by several of her pack members and physically and sexually assaulted. Unable to take it anymore, she ran away from her pack. She lives alone, carrying the scars of her assault and has a distrust for traditional packs due to their bigotry and values that harmed her mother and her. After she meets Connor, she spends one night with him irregardless of knowing that and left, assuming that he would hate her for her rogue nature. She conceives a child and goes to another city only to cross paths with Leo and Isabella who invite her to their pack. She agrees and lives with them, adjusting to a pack made out of rogues and making friends along the way. She gives birth to her son and calls him Levi. Everything turns on its head when whilst attending to Isabella's visitors, her long lost mate and the father of her child is among them.
Lihat lebih banyakKarina
I walked cautiously amongst the other pack members, avoiding their eyes and stares. Amongst them, I was an alien.But wasn't that the truth?I was never treated as their own.My palms stung from the places where thorns had once pricked into my skin. I didn't care for it. In the face of my new routine, it was now a new constant in my life. One I embraced wholeheartedly. Roses were my father’s favourite flowers after all. If putting flowers on his grave meant being stung every single day, it was worth it.The news of his death had come the past week, with them explaining it as a rogue attack. Numbness filled me as I heard the news, only gaining enough of my senses to hold my mother as she broke down.He was buried five days ago, given a burial worthy of his position as the Gamma of the pack. He has protected me ever since I was born. With his presence, even though the rest of the pack loathed me, they never openly said so otherwise, only passing disgusted glares my way.He had barely rested in his grave, and they had already lost all their inhibitions.I ignored all the insulting glares I got and all the murmurs I could hear. In the end, they still said the same things time and again.BastardRogue mutt.Shutting my eyes, I did my best to block all of their words away. I had heard those words all my life and I was used to it. It shouldn’t have bothered me as much as it did, and yet…I curled my hands into fists.I had been raised in this pack my whole life, born from members of this pack and yet they called me cursed. An anomaly. Even whilst I was in grief, why couldn’t they spare any mercy?If not for my sake, then for the sake of my father, who had served as the Gamma of the pack? Why not for my mother, who had suffered for something that was out of her control?So lost in my thoughts, I didn’t pay any mind until suddenly, a sharp hot pain filled my senses. When I opened my eyes, seeing the stone that rolled past me stained with blood, I instantly understood what had happened.Their snickering came from behind, as though injuring people was something worth laughing about. Nobody tried to help, believing that I deserved it.Burning rage flickered through me, I could easily recall how my father patted me on my head, laughing heartily.“Dear child, you may have your Mother's features, but anger? You certainly took that from me.”The reminder of my father was enough to douse my anger back into the bottomless grief. I blinked back the burning tears that fought to leak out, shutting my eyes tightly.In spite of the abuse and stigma I had faced within the pack, he had loved me unconditionally. They both had.For their sake, I would walk away.So ignoring the snickers and mocking, I moved forward, toward my home.I made sure to cover the bloody stain by weaving my hair at the nearest reflection. It would have been difficult considering the light nature of my blonde hair, but I was satisfied once I didn’t see any bloodied strands.I entered the house to find my mother in the living room, staring into space as she often did now. My heart hurt at the sight. When she turned to me, her face eased a little as she came forward to lightly hold me.I had gained all her features, from her golden blonde hair to her green eyes. I recalled the teasing from my father that I was a carbon copy of her.The grief hit me once more with a pang.She was the same in most ways, but no longer shone as she used to. Her hair was limp and greasy, face holding more and more lines which made her look older than she actually was. Most of all, her eyes, once bright with life, were now hollow.The weight of her grief hammered down on her. We both suffered the same pain. I had lost my father and anchor and she had lost her mate.“Are you alright, my darling?” She asked, looking at me. It hurt that in spite of her pain, she still held so much concern for me.The back of my head throbbed, but I forced a smile on my face.“Why wouldn’t I be?” I spoke in a false bright tone, hoping she wouldn't notice. I looked toward the dining room, only for the slight hope in my chest to crumble. A mix of sadness and disappointment struck me once my gaze met the table. The food I had made for her earlier lay uneaten.“You should eat, mom,” I chastised her, pushing her blonde strands away.She nodded absentmindedly. Inside, I knew she wouldn't take my advice. Still, I forced my lips into a smile.“Thanks, mom,” I said.Suddenly, the air shifted as she looked at me in silence. Confusion filled me and I was about to speak when she smiled. All my thoughts froze to a halt.Rarely had I seen a smile on her face. Although it had only been a week since his death, it felt like eons had passed. “Look at you, so young yet so grown up." She said.I flushed at her teasing. I was only a few days to eighteen, but she made it seem like I was older.I waited for her to say anything else, but she remained quiet, eyes full of contemplation.“Mom?” I asked.She smiled once more, and my heart fell at the sad look in her eyes.“You're my treasure. Your… your father's treasure.” My heart ached as her voice broke at the last part.But she wasn't done just yet.“It doesn’t matter what anyone says. You are a blessed child. I love you so much.”My throat grew heavy from those words. I would have held her then and there, if not for the fear of breaking the moment I did. Instead, I reached down for her hands, holding her tight.“Thank you, mom,” I whispered to her.Her shaky smile made my heart hurt.She didn’t stay long, retiring to bed with the excuse of exhaustion. I pretended like it was okay, smiling supportively as she slipped into her room.I looked through the window. The clouds were darkening. It was nearing evening and by now, the people outside would be very little.This was my chance. Our food storage was near finished. Even in this time of grief, I couldn't let us starve.Taking a basket, I cautiously slipped out of the house.I weaved through my path into the forest, away from the prying eyes of other people.From the little plants and fruits to vegetables, I collected all I could find, inwardly mapping out all the dishes I could cook. I would have laughed in irony at the thought. Usually, it was my mother who did most of these things. I only serve as an assistant most times, helping her through her work with the occasional complaints just to make her laugh. I could imagine it clearly. Her cooking in the glowing kitchen whilst my father would be laughing on the couch, teasing my mother and I.But it was all in the past, an illusion which could never become a reality anymore. My father was gone, and my mother was a hollow shell of the person she used to be, lost in her grief.I had to be strong for the both of us.The basket was overfull, bouncing against me as I made my way out of the forest, back to my home.My blood ran cold in alarm the moment a voice stopped me in my tracks.“Well, well, look who it is.”Connor‘Alpha? Alpha!”I snapped back to reality to face Fallon who looked at me with a mix of worry and confusion. Rightfully so, considering how I'd just acted. Had I spaced out for that long? I wondered. Shaking my head I gave him a terse smile.“I'm sorry Fallon, but I'll have to talk to you later. Tell the others not to worry, I think I have the solution but I can't give much details yet.” I said, patting his shoulder firmly to affirm myself.He didn't look too pleased or assured despite it all, but I fully understood.“Why don't you guys take a break for today? You can get drinks at Aunt Abby’s place, my treat.” I smiled, encouragingly at him.I could tell how the idea circled his mind temptingly by the way his frowning eased slightly. It was a good idea on both ends to relieve stress and boost morale by a little bit. They had been working hard nonstop since I proposed the project and I had to help them now.Finally he conceded, nodding.“Okay then. I trust you Alpha.” He said.
Chapter 227Elizabeth's POV I woke up later that day and realized that I was in a different room. It was all white and had a window that led out to the hospital courtyard. I got up from my bed and stood by the window looking out at the garden and watched as the wind blew the leaves of the plants gently. I had to admit that the garden was beautiful.As I continued to gaze at the scenery, I heard a knock on the door and I turned around to see who it was. It was Winston."You're awake" he said as he came to stand beside me."Hi" I smiled at him and he smiled back. "Hi""I'm so glad to see you looking much better," he said and I nodded."I'm also glad that the surgery was a success. How is Tiana doing?" I asked and he gave me a genuine smile."She's doing so much better. The doctors say she's progressing very well" he replied and I heaved a sigh of relief."That's good to know. When can I go see her?" I asked eagerly. I was eager to see how she was doing for myself."The doctors say that
Karina.“Hi.” I blinked in surprise as it wasn't only my voice but his. Concern was all over his face as he closed the door behind me. And despite everything that I thought could have gone wrong between us all these while, I still couldn't believe that he would be surprised by everything that was going on. But then again, it was not just him that has been surprised by it all. I also have been.“You seemed strange in the dining room. Did something happen?” he asked. I could read two expressions on his face as he asked the question.One was that of curiosity, the other was that of annoyance. And maybe a hint of worry was etched on the sides of his face despite how obvious he tried to make it appear like it wasn't so.But then again...Oh the irony. I had asked him that same question once before. I shook my head in negative.“Do you want to talk about it?” He asked. It made me huff in response. Small talk, that was what we mostly went for now. I was already getting tired and bored of stu
KarinaI sat up straighter at the mention of ‘connor and scrutiny.Was Connor going through anything?I recalled how stressed he previously looked when he was usually at dinner fresh from working. What were the Elders saying about him? Was he going through any problems?Was it something to do with me?She seemed to recognize my worry as she stood up straighter, frantically shaking my head.“Oh no, please don't think too much about it. It really isn't serious, at least from what I heard.” she quickly corrected.“What did you hear then?” I asked She shrugged looking down at her cup.“This talk was here far before you came, and I would hear people talking about it all the time from the moment he became Alpha.”“Apparently the Elders were complaining about how he hadn't found his mate.”‘Oh.’ I relaxed in my seat, now fully understanding.An alpha usually rises with a Luna. “Is that so?” I raised my eyebrows before taking a sip of the cider drink.“It was strange that he hadn't found hi
KarinaI spent another hour with her before leaving.Emma was kind and compassionate. She was willing to meet me with a smile and a cup of whatever new concoction she had whipped up. She also cared for Alya more than anything. There was nothing wrong with her in any way which made me even more incensed that others had simply decided to ignore her.Shed spoken about it on that same day.“I don't think that theyre doing it fully on ourpose anymore. It feels more like, that's how it is now. My parents are old, but they never reached out even though we aren't so far apart. But aside from that, other treat me relatively normal.”“I think I've also come to embrace the solitude in a way.”‘Thats what happens when your pushed into it.’ I thought to myself. I didn't want to think beyond what was necessary, but at the sane time, it felt like I had no other option other than that to do.By the end of the day after I left with a promise to come back my decision was already firm. In the evening I
Karina The air might as well have been sucked out of the room because the silence was too heavy.The more I waited the more antsy I got and the more uneasy I felt. Her fidgety attitude did nothing to ease my worries.Was this some kind of joke? What motives did she have.“Well,” she cleared her throat blinking frantically fro a moment.“I can't hide it. In all honesty I'm..nervous. and afrair.” she said, lowering herr head slightly.‘Of me.’ the unspoken word hung true.“Bevause I'm a rogue.” I deadpanned, waiting for her reaction, she stiffened before shaking her head, but I stood up already. I was thankful I didn't bring Levi here. Leaving would be easy.Standing up, I headed for the door only for a hand to stop me in place.“Wait, please don't leave just yet.” she cried out.I spun around whipping my hand harshly away from her. The hurt look on her face made guilt bubble up.“You really didn't need to invite me out if obligation. I would have done just fine without.” I said icily.
KarinaI laid there in silence. Perhaps it was that exhaustion or the overwhelming events of the day but I didn't know when I fell asleep. I was woken up by Levi's cries in what felt like hours later. The place gleamed a bright orange spelling the evening.I moved to action quickly, patting him and feeding him whilst pacing. It took time to grow fully conscious but after, it was easier to process everything that happened, especially the woman. She had invited me for tea. It was like a fever dream of sorts.After I silently agreed she had given me her directions and told me her name. I listened to it all listlessly, nodding.‘Her name was Emma.’ I noted, nodding to myself.The real question I needed to ask was if I was going. A part of me wanted to reject it, but I didn't want to be rude.Thinking back to the look in her eyes, a part of me resisted. She wouldn't want me to come in the first place.‘Then why would she ask?’ Minutes passed as I patted Levi while he fed from me. There w
My breath hitched as I recognized her. She was hanging on a tree on her own, yet didn't look bothered. About the height.It's dangerous height. How on earth did she even get there?I was moving before I could think, pulling Levi closer while my heart hammered in my chest. Nobody else was in sight. If she hadn't seen her…By the time I reached , she fell and I wanted to scream before Harriet's frame came into view. She'd caught her.Relief instantly flooded me as I came closer. Harriet put her to the ground.“That was dangerous! Where is your mother? Goddess, what if you'd gotten hurt? Goddess.” Harriet was speaking, her voice raised a full octave higher, her hands were threading through her red locks and I could practically feel the panic bleeding from her.The closer I came I could see the young girl clearly. She was staring blankly at Harriet before she caught my gaze. “Miss Karina!” She squealed, quickly recognizing me. Before I could think she ran past Harriet and towards me.As
KarinaAfter that, all the tension from earlier seems to seep away. She didn't speak a word for a moment, but peeked at the bundle in my arms several times.A minute or so passed before her voice came.“Is that Alpha Connor's baby?” she asked.I stiffly nodded, “Yeah.”Another pause came, this time lasting for half a minute before she spoke “Can I ask what his name is?”“Levi.” I quickly replied, nodding slightly. She hummed and looked away. My insides clenched. Maybe I wasn't being too forthcoming.“How old are you?” I finally asked, turning to her.Her head turned towards me and she blinked in surprise.“Twenty years old. I just turned two months ago.” She said tentatively though her gaze glittered slightly. She seemed excited that I was asking her questions.I couldn't fully read her. She was wary at first but turned a complete 180 at knowing my identity. She was young and seemed to wear her heart on her sleeve. I couldn't find a hint of ingenuity in her actions.The change I cou
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