Emma's POVThat night, after we returned home, Draven decided to stay and I did not stop him. To be honest, I just couldn't make myself ask him to leave. I was strangely craving his presence, I don't know why.I was on the balcony, looking at the vast night sky and pondering to myself. Draven joined me and stood next to me, “Hi.”“Hey.” I smiled.He passed me the robe and said, “It is cold.”He was right, it was indeed freezing and my frail pyjama fabrics weren't helping me much either. I accepted the robe from him and put it on.Draven noticed that I was deeply in thought about something. He asked, “What are you thinking about?”At first, I wanted to dismiss it as nothing significant but I ended up telling him the truth, “It's the kids. I feel like they are growing up too fast.”“Too fast? How?”“I don't know.” I said honestly, “It was just yesterday I feel like they were born and tomorrow they are starting school.”Draven was really empathetic, he said, “It happens but they are not
Emma's POVThe alarm woke me up the next day and I could see the sun shining brightly out of the window. I stretched and held the blanket close to my chest to cover my naked body. A drowsy smile painted my face when I remembered the previous night.Draven and I had slept together a lot of times but none of those times could compare to what we shared last night. He was extremely gentle, treating my body like a shrine and loving me till I was overwhelmed. I did not know that he was capable of being so passionate and loving. In short, he just blew my mind. Earlier, I used to be extremely repulsed by his advances but last night when he took the lead, I was not at all uncomfortable and gladly let my guards down. Even Draven seemed to have had a change of heart regarding me.Our dynamics have changed completely and none of us were feeling alarmed or threatened by it.Damn…If I knew it was this easy to fix my relationship and save my marriage, I would have got myself kidnapped and touched
Emma's POV“Hello there.” She wished me, grabbing my attention. “Umm… Hello.” I wished back without even knowing who she was.She looked just around the same age as me but I could tell by the way she was carrying herself that she was born with a silver spoon in her mouth. Her dress was one from the latest collection of Thomas Haves, one of the most celebrated designer in the world. For her to get her hands over it just few days after it's launch, she must be mad rich. She was strikingly gorgeous and her professionally done makeup only enchanced her natural features.But there was something about her smile. It was warm and friendly but something about it was giving me creeps. Of course, I did not act upon my instincts and shook my hands with her.She introduced herself, “Marcela Gray. Luna of the Bloodmoon Pack.”Oh, the Bloodmoon Pack.They are one of Silvermoon's ally but our packs don't interract much because Bloodmoon Pack was very far from ours. “Nice to meet you.” I said, “I am
Emma's POVEven when I was eating, I could still feel a few people look at me with animosity. I did not know if this was really happening or I was being paranoid. I assured myself that it was all in my head; this day was an important day for my kids and I did not want to ruin it by starting a drama.I ignored whatever was going around me and concentrated on having a good time with my family.After lunch, we had another activity. We went to the school's playground and sat down in our respective places. The students were invited for a friendly game of dodgeball.Asher and Ashel were extremely excited and went over to play. The teams were being divided and the ambience of the playground was really nice.Suddenly, I heard a commotion not too far away. I turned my head towards the direction to see Asher and another kid fighting.The entire playground was stunned to see this sudden outbreak and stopped their respective work to look at the two boys rolling on the floor, pulling each other's
Emma's POVDraven looked around, setting up his authority and daring people to challenge him. This was how the Alphas established their rule, it was a rude awakening to all the wolves to remember their position.After he made sure that he had the crowd dominated, he spoke up, “I have been silent for too long but let me remind you that the woman you are talking about is my Luna. Speaking ill about her is like directly insulting me.”He further added, “She is not a mistress. I accepted her as my lawfully wedded wife under the werewolf norms nine years ago when Stella was not even in the picture. I am tired of everyone misunderstanding my wife and want this to end right now, right here. If anyone wants to have a say in this, can speak up now.”Everyone avoided making eye contact with him and were too scared to speak up. Draven nodded and said, “That's what I thought.”He then turned to the parent who was fighting with us and asked, “You, what pack are you from?”The woman looked scared b
Emma's POV“Hey. Sorry. Urgent work. Out of pack.’ Draven finally texted me back after multiple calls and texts. Since he was out of the pack house for quite some time, a lot of work has piled up. I threw the phone on the bed and dropped on it, looking at the ceiling. He has so much work that he sometimes works overtime on regular days, I wonder how many days it will take for him to finish this work load.I felt bad for Draven, he was unable to come home because he has work but I was feeling lonely. I closed my eyes and grabbed the pillow, it still had hints of his scent lingering on it. I took a deep waft of it and closed my eyes. I was tired because of everything that had happened today and decided to call it a night. I was just about to drift info sleep when my phone buzzed. I got up hurriedly hoping it was a text from Draven and hurriedly open the phone to check. To my utter shock and disappointment, it was not Draven but X. He had sent a single message which read, “How are yo
Emma's POV“Emma? Where are you hiding? I know you are in there, come out.”The housekeepers were trying to tell her that I was sick and resting but it had no effect on her.To be honest, I saw this coming from miles away. Since the very beginning, she was very supportive of Stella. Now that Draven told me that Stella went and cried her a river, I knew she would come to find trouble with me.Even in the past, Sherry hated me not because I was not a good daughter-in-law or because I didn't treat her well. She was just unable to accept me and wanted to make me leave so that Stella would come back when she wakes up from the coma.That time, I used to be silent and let her walk all over me but not anymore! I was prepared for what she had.The rukoos she was creating were even starting to disturb the neighbors. I knew that this San won't leave and Draven is not here either, so I had to take matters into my own hands even though I had zero interest in meeting her. “Mrs Sinclair.” I greeted
Emma's POVSherry, being Sherry, did not leave and we had to call the security to literally kick her out. The security guard was a newly appointed young man so he was not very well aware of the rules of the complex. I told him not to allow anyone in just because they are related to the Alpha and called me once to verify.He apologized to me and told me how he himself was harassed by Sherry until he let her in. I instantly knew that he was not lying, I was very well aware that Sherry was indeed capable of doing such things.I went back to my house, my mood was so ruined to the point that I could not even sleep peacefully.I was watching television downstairs when Draven unlocked the door and came in. I greeted him from the sofa, “You are back.”“Yes.” He said before coming to sit on the single seater. He looked tired and the dark circles under his eyes told me that he hadn't slept for a long time. I asked, “Do you want to eat breakfast?”“No. I already had it.”“Okay.”He then said, “
Emma's POVThe hum of the airport was a blur in my ears as my focus remained on Desiree’s face.“Desiree?” I involuntarily called out her name, causing her to look up. The usual haughty confidence that had been always there in Desiree’s eyes were replaced by flickers of shock when she us.She came to a halt right in front of us, staring at our faces as if we had caught her red handed or something.I barely had time to process her presence before Draven’s voice sliced through the tension. “What are you doing here?” Draven’s tone was sharp, authority laced in every syllable. Desiree tilted her head, an infuriating smile playing on her lips, “What does it look like? I mean, why do people even come to Hawaii? I am here for a mini vacation.” “I thought I made it very clear—no one leaves the pack.” Draven said, his voice dropping to a dangerous tone.Desiree shrugged nonchalantly, “Oh, I saw your little decree, Alpha. I just chose to ignore it.” I glanced at Draven, his jaw clenched
Emma's POVThe security room was a cramped, dimly lit space filled with monitors and buzzing equipment. The owner fumbled with the controls, his hands shaking as he brought up the footage from the day of the kidnapping. I stood to the side, my arms wrapped tightly around myself as I watched the grainy footage play out on the screens. Her mind raced with a whirlwind of emotions—fear, hope, anger, and an overwhelming gratitude for Draven. I glanced at him out of the corner of my eye. He stood tall and unyielding, his sharp features illuminated by the flickering screens. There was something about him that made me feel safe, even in the face of the chaos surrounding us. “Here.” Draven said, pointing to one of the screens. The footage showed the children playing near the entrance of the restaurant, their laughter faint but audible. The grainy footage played on repeat, the flickering image of Asher and Ashel being dragged away at gunpoint seared into my mind. Three men—faceless, thei
Emma's POVMy mind was unable to process what was going on. Draven asked, “So, you were not intending to return my son if I stepped down from the position?”“Yes. We don't even have your son, Alpha.” The man said.“Where is he? How can I get him back?”“No idea.” He shrugged, “Maybe the group who has your son has a second task for you.”Draven was silent for a while, staring blankly at the screen. We could feel the tension well up in the room as his gaze intensified. Suddenly, he let out a chuckle confusing everyone.He let out a cold laughter before stopping abruptly, “The day I find you, I will wipe out your entire clan.”The man grunted before saying, “We will see about that. As for now, come get your kid.”The line went silent, indicating that the call was hung up.Draven stood up and came out of the room, I rushed to him immediately. Even though I heard everything, I was still in denial that our situation was so messed up. I asked him, “How is everything? You will get the kids b
Emma's POVDraven's phone beeped, notifying him of an incoming message. He checked it and the expression on his face told me that it was from those men. He said, “Okay, I will go now.”The Alpha played smart here and decided to attend the video call from the investigation room. Not only was there a camera to record everything, even we could watch everything unfold through the one way mirror. Before the call, Draven made sure to alter the investigation room to look more like a hotel room. He did not want the kidnappers to get the hint that we were already in talks with the cops.I was shivering involuntarily watching all of this unfold, and Alex was always there to tell me that it was alright and that we would find the kids. I didn't even have the strength in me to respond to him, all I did was nod mindlessly while my eyes were hooked on Draven.He sat down on the chair and opened the laptop in front of him. His fingers flew across the keyboard, creating a symphony out of the clicking
Emma's POVThe tension in the air was suffocating as I paced the small room, my heart racing in sync with my restless thoughts. The kids…Draven…The pack…Everything was in shambles, all because of me. I looked at Draven, he had been silent since the call was hung up. It was worrying me more and more. I have always seen him as a man who was clear about his next move, it was my first time seeing him so clueless. It was haunting me.Alex stood by my side protectively, even though he was bleeding he refused to leave me alone. I know he was blaming himself deep down as well. Just then I saw Robin walk into the room, his pace as brisk as always.“Alpha!” He greeted Draven who was silently staring at his phone.The man nodded his head in acknowledgment and asked, “Do we have anything?”Robin nodded and said, “They were smart and kept their IP bouncing but we managed to find their location. They are in the forest near the pack.”My eyes widened, a flicker of hope piercing through the dark
Draven's POVI looked him dead in the eye and said in the most impolite tone possible, “Stay out of this, Alex. You have no idea what you are dealing with. This is family business.”The mutt did not say anything but he did not break eye contact either. It was as if he was challenging me.Before I could say anything, Emma spoke up in her meek voice, “Let's not do this here…”I gave Alex a scornful look before asking Emma why she did not heed my order and come back to the pack. The Emma I have known for so long was not this irresponsible and definitely not someone who would put our kids at risk. I was desperate to know what changed.“I did not know it was serious.”Did not think it was serious? I did not know how to react to it. How can a summon given to the entire pack by the Alpha himself not be of importance? Why would anyone think it was not important unless…My eyes widened in shock as I realised. She did not take it seriously because she thought it was a bluff!I said, “You must h
Draven's POVI looked him dead in the eye and said in the most impolite tone possible, “Stay out of this, Alex. You have no idea what you are dealing with. This is family business.”The mutt did not say anything but he did not break eye contact either. It was as if he was challenging me.Before I could say anything, Emma spoke up in her meek voice, “Let's not do this here…”I gave Alex a scornful look before asking Emma why she did not heed my order and come back to the pack. The Emma I have known for so long was not this irresponsible and definitely not someone who would put our kids at risk. I was desperate to know what changed.“I did not know it was serious.”Did not think it was serious? I did not know how to react to it. How can a summon given to the entire pack by the Alpha himself not be of importance? Why would anyone think it was not important unless…My eyes widened in shock as I realised. She did not take it seriously because she thought it was a bluff!I said, “You must h
Draven's POVThe sound of the private jet’s engines faded as I descended the steps onto the Hawaiian tarmac, my strides purposeful and my mind consumed with worry. I didn't even have the time to properly pack or prepare. The moment I got to know that the children were missing, everything else had ceased to matter. Emma. The kids. My entire focus was on finding them and bringing them home. The sun blazed overhead, its warmth doing nothing to thaw the ice in my veins. As I approached the sleek black SUV waiting to take me to Emma’s resort from where the kids had vanished, Robin jogged up beside me. His phone was in his hand and his serious face was grim. "I just got the word." Robin said, falling into step, “Miss Whitemane has been arrested."I froze as his words didn’t register at first, "What did you just say?""Arrested.” Robin repeated, "Apparently, she caused a scene trying to find the kids. Police didn’t take kindly to it."My jaw tightened, the veins in my neck throbbing. A
Draven's POVThe scout barely had time to catch his breath as he came rushing into my cabin, “Alpha, we have an emergency.”The panic on his face was evident and I looked at Robin wordlessly. This matter seemed to require my urgent attention, so I hung up on the call and looked at him, “What happened!”The scout caught his breath and said, “We have new intel about the Rogues.”My eyebrows furrowed themselves and my ears perked up. It was never good news when it was about the Rogues.“They are rallying up into an organized force this time, not the usual scatterbrained attacks. Worse, they have a new benefactor, someone powerful enough to pull their strings.”“What?” Robin was shook. Someone was helping the Rogues? Why would anyone want to help those sinister, good for nothing?I inquired, “Are we positive?”“Yes. We are positive.” The scout, “Whatever they are planning, it is huge.”The implications were clear: danger wasn’t lurking in the shadows anymore; it was at the gates.I didn’