Draven's POVI have always heard about people 'losing it' but I got to experience it firsthand today. When I saw Alexander near Emma, I experienced a turbulence of emotions I never knew existed.I was not the kind of man who would ever reduce myself to choosing physical violence over petty things, but today I did.I wanted to break his jaw for even taking her name. You can estimate the blood boiling within my veins when I saw him touch her.That asshole would have been dead if not for Emma and Roger stopping us. I hardly got a scratch while he was bleeding but did it make me feel better? No, it did not!I raised my eyes to steal glances at Emma every now and then and found her either talking to him or looking at him with concern.Those eyes…She used to look at me with that same damn look every time I came back home injured from war. I thought she only had that kind of care for me. Why was she looking at another man like that?My chest was starting to tighten with anger. Even Knox w
Draven's POVI was waiting outside of the room with Asher, this was the first time when I saw the kid worried. I asked, "Does she have a medical history?""No, but she has a weak immune system. She was born weak and had to be kept under observation for a whole week." He said, looking at the closed door of her room with impatience. "It's okay, she will be alright." I tried to pull him in a hug but he warned me against it, "Don't even think about it.""Sorry." And with that, we went back to being strangers again.The doctor came out of the room only to repeat what Asher had told me. I asked, "Is there any way to treat this permanently?""I am afraid not, Alpha. She can always eat healthy and increase her immunity but curing it completely is not possible.""Okay, thank you."He left a few antibiotics before leaving and I went in to check on her with Asher. She was lying down all alone on the king-sized bed, looking petite wrapped in a gigantic blanket. The nanny was trying to feed her t
Emma's POVI noticed that Ashel's body temperature was unusually high. I asked, "Do you have a fever?"Draven answered the question for her, "Yes. We already called the doctor, there is nothing to worry about."I looked up at him and asked, "Why are you here?"Draven put his hands inside his pocket and said, "Ashel was missing you. She wanted to meet you so I brought them here.""What is taking so long?" Natalie came out, grabbing her stomach. She was being casual thinking that it was just the delivery guy but when she saw Draven standing at the door, she immediately straightened up like an army soldier. "Alpha!" She greeted him respectfully."What are you doing here?" He asked her.She said, "I just came here to eat dinner with Emma, Alpha. "Is your father aware of this little plan?""I… No! It's best if he doesn't find out." She said, forcing a smile. "Mmm. Then leave as soon as you are done with dinner.""Yes, Alpha." The kids followed Natalie inside and once they were gone, I a
Emma’s POVDraven raised the bowl to his lips and chugged down the rest of the soup, not leaving a single drop behind. Me and Natalie looked at each other in confusion.The man kept the bowl down and wiped the corner of his lips with the tissue like a gentleman. Asher smirked, “Looks like the Alpha loved it.”“Yes, it was alright.”“Don’t lie, Alpha. You were only supposed to take a bite but did not even leave any for mommy.” He highlightedDraven looked at me as soon as the kid’s words fell. Our eyes met and my cheeks started to burn; I turned my gaze towards Asher and said, “Shush, eat your food.”“But, mommy. That was ‘your’ bowl of Ramen. What are you going to do now?”“It’s ok. I will have some from the takeout.”I was desperate to escape this awkward situation and luckily, Draven left the table because he had to take an important call.After he left, I asked Asher, "Why are you addressing him as 'Alpha'?" "He is our Alpha. What else should I call him?" He looked at me seriously
Emma's POVEmma’s POVI stood there, too dumbstruck to say anything. I did not know what I was supposed to be more concerned about, Ashel’s attachment to her father or the Alpha listening to the little girl without an objection.This bond was terrifying!“Okay, let’s get you both changed.” Draven took the kids to the room and I followed them. The Alpha stopped at the door and turned around, “Where do you think you are going?”“...” I looked at him confused and said, “To the kids.”“No need.” He objected sternly, “There is only one bed.”“So?”“So I will be occupying it.”“What is that supposed to mean? Where do you think I am supposed to sleep?” I inquired.“Anywhere. Do I look like I care?” He said“Draven, don’t be ridiculous. This is my house.”“And this is my pack. I can do whatever I want.” He took a step towards me, intimidating me with his Alpha aura. I glared at him and pulled my lips in a straight line. Right now, I am deeply condemning the werewolf system. Why can’t we choo
Draven's POVArguing with Emma and winning the argument gave me peace. Just take what went down now as an example.Was I gonna fit in that small bed? No.Was I seriously interested in sleeping with the kids?No.I just wanted to be petty.I did not bring a change of clothes, thank goodness I did not leave the house in formal clothes and opted for sweatpants and t-shirts. They were not the best but it was just a matter of one night.I lay down on the bed and scrolled through my emails to find out about my schedule for tomorrow. Out of nowhere, Asher said, "Can you turn off your phone?""Why?" I looked down at the guy lying down next to me.He said, "It is disturbing my sleep.""..." The phone was at the lowest brightness and it wasn't even directed at him. I sighed and kept my phone aside, this kid was difficult to be around.I rested my head on the pillow and watched as the two kids drifted off to sleep.Ashel was long lost in the dreamland, hugging her teddy bear. She reminded me a
Emma’s POV“What are you doing here?” He asked, making me halt at the door. My eyes first went to the cigarette in his hand and then to the dark circles underneath his eyes. Of course, I did not stare at him for too long and diverted my eyes. I said, “Since when did you start smoking so much?”“None of your business.”I took a deep breath and told myself that it was useless to try to have a normal conversation. In fact, why was I even trying to have a normal conversation with him?"Suit yourself." I shrugged my shoulders helplessly and turned around to go back to the couch.Draven spoke up, "You must be upset about the kids.""What do you mean?" I asked.He said, "You did not even want them to know about my existence but now not only they like me, they are going to be with me forever. It must be bothering you."I smirked, "Why does this matter to you? Don't tell me you have stooped down to the level of breaking families for your sheer joy."The man chuckled and lightly tapped his cig
Emma's POV"You can't do that!" "I can. Stella is far better than you, I am sure she will love the kids more than you ever can.""Draven, why are you so cruel?" I touched the bridge of my nose and repeatedly told myself not to lose my mind. I looked up at him and said, "Okay, you can try whatever you want and I will do what I want. No need to fight."I laid down on the couch and did not even bother to look at what he was doing. I was so exhausted that I fell asleep as soon as I laid down.The couch was small but it did accommodate my frame, it was not as bad as I thought it would be.By the time I woke up, the sun was already painting the sky red. I stretched and got out to the balcony to see Draven sitting on the chair. The floor around him was covered with half-burnt cigarettes of different sizes.He was talking to someone on a video call. I turned around to leave, thinking that it must be some pack-related stuff but when I heard him call out 'Stella', I stopped.Stella said, "Drav
Emma's POVXavier dropped me off at the gates of my complex and I walked in after saying my good nights. It was a fun day, I had even bought a dessert along with me which Xavier said was the restaurant’s delicacy. I was excited to try it with my kids and talk to them about their day.I walked in on the door to see the whole house engulfed in a strange atmosphere. The housekeepers were eerily quiet as they did their work and looked as if they were under some pressure.I removed my bag and kept it on the floor, asking, “Hey, what is wrong? Why do you all look so weird?”Jada, who was busy changing the tablecloth, shivered visibly when I spoke up. “Miss Whitemane…” She spoke softly, a mask of fear in her face.I furrowed, seeing her change the tablecloth. I asked, “What are you doing? Why are you tidying up the table out of the blue? And where did you get that tablecloth from, don't remember buying it.”“Because I asked her to.” Draven spoke up from behind me, scaring the literal hell ou
Emma's POVXavier looked very passionate as he looked at the menu and explained everything to me, but I could hardly keep my cool, given how close and intimate we were. My breathing was turning hot and even my wolf was reacting strangely to his scent.I was not aroused but something was making it hard for me to sit straight.Was I… nervous?I was so lost in thought that I missed everything that he explained. Xavier asked what I wanted to eat and was waiting for my answer which, obviously, he didn't get because I was lost in thoughts.Seeing that I was replying, he looked back and asked, “Are you okay, doll?”I shook from my fantasies and nodded, “I am sorry, I was thinking something.Xavier smirked cheekily as if he had read my thoughts and said, “No problem. I can go over all this again if you want.”“No. I don't want you to waste any more of your time.” I took the menu from his hand and admitted defeat, “Can you just suggest me beginner-friendly dishes?”“Umm… I don't know your tast
Emma's POVI sent both the girls and made sure they boarded safely in the car. I trusted Xavier and his men, the girls were in safe hands. Xavier and I watched as the car departed from the parking lot. “They are nice. No wonder you said you liked working.” The man commented.I nodded with a smile, “They are the only people in this pack who actually treat me with respect. For others, my existence is not even worth acknowledging.”“What are you saying? I heard you did a lot of things for the pack. You even solved some rogue issue.”“Yeah, I did.” I said, “It was just a two-day pomp and joy. After the sand settled, I was back to being the plain, old, wolfless girl hated by the entire pack.”Xavier did not say anything about the fact that I was wolfless. So I asked, “You have nothing to say?”“About what?”“Me being wolfless.”“I don't care about it.” He said, “You are better than many wolves I know.”I smiled to conceal my self-pity, “That is what I tell myself to.” Neither of us was d
Emma's POV“Xavier Stone?”“Is that really him?”Everyone gasped and looked at the man in shock. They could not believe that one of the most famous personalities was standing right in front of them.Sonia and Merely were equally stunned. They looked at me, unable to blink, “Is your friend really Xavier Stone?”“Yes.”“Holy… Moly!” The two said in unison.The cop was scared shitless after listening to the chief’s words, “Mr Stone…” Xavier did not say anything, instead he indicated for the cop to uncuff him.“Yes, yes. I am sorry!” He immediately pulled out his keys and unlocked his handcuffs.By the time he was done releasing Xavier, a set of three black cars rolled inside the premises. A tall, lean man wearing spectacles got out of the car and made his way towards Xavier.“Boss, are you alright?” This man was Brandon, Xavier's assistant and the one who had been representing him all these years.If people had any doubt regarding Xavier's claims, it must have vanished the second Brando
Emma's POVThe crowd stood there stunned and were talking amongst themselves. “He is the boss?”“No, he is not! I have seen Wilson and he does not look like this.”“Aren't you aware? Wilson sold Florence to XS Group.”“What? When?”“A few days ago. Wilson is not the boss anymore.”“So… the new boss would be the CEO of XS?”I picked up from the conversation. I had no idea that Xavier had bought Florence, but I wasn't surprised; he had already mentioned that he was here to expand his business. What better way to expand your business than by buying the largest commercial hub of the pack?The words that XS bought the bar quickly spread amongst the group and it caused a whole other set of arguments.“Ain’t no way he is Xavier Stone!”“He could be. No one has ever seen him in real life.”“Yes, no one has ever seen him. He is always secretive about his identity.”“Exactly. There is no way he would hang out here and reveal himself just like that.”“This man is looking for troubles, that's it
Xavier's POVGift giving is my love language and when I went to Italy for a business deal, I knew I had to get something for Emma from there. But what…Guns? No, she doesn't need them. She can't even shoot properly. I will teach her how to shoot, and then maybe I will buy her one for self defense.Fancy Pasta? She doesn't even like those and only eats them because her son likes them.After much contemplation, I settled on cookies. They were nice and sweet and she liked them too.I did not tell Emma about this and wanted to surprise her. I was glad that she liked them!After I hung up, I leaned back on my chair and looked at her picture framed on my table. My eyes turned mellow just by looking at her, this girl was like the first drop of rain on a barren land. Just then, my assistant walked in and whispered something in my ear. What he said made my eyes turn cold and I immediately got up from my seat.We went to the basement where my men had someone kneeling on his knees.“What do w
Emma's POVThe security guard did not answer our question but it was quite loud by his expressions that it was the case. My eyebrows knit themselves together, “This is ridiculous. We are coming back from work, we don't have time to put on something fancy for a bar.”“That sounds like a ‘you’ problem. I have seen plenty like you; you get your sugar daddy to get you the membership and walk in with your poor etiquette, corrupting the whole environment.”“Mister, watch your tone.” Sonia stepped in to defend me, “You can't just bad mouth us by assuming random things.”“I am assuming?” The guard laughed, “Florence is not a place everyone can hang out in. Just look around, this is not the place you belong.”I said, “We might not have money to squander on fancy dresses like this, but it doesn't mean that we don't fit in here, or you can stop us from entering.”“Yes, the only thing that we need to enter is the membership and we have that right here.” Sonia added.The guard, however, refused to
Emma's POVAs soon as I hung up, I was bombarded with questions by the nurses. “Emma, who is this?”“Is he your boyfriend?” “Do we know him?”The girls were more excited about this than me and all I could do was laugh. I said, “No, he is not my boyfriend. He is just a friend.”“Is your friend rich?” Sonia asked.Merely was the one to reply, “He gifted her cookies that were worth hundreds of thousands. Of course, he is rich.”Sonia grinned, “What is his name? Is he single? Is he looking for a date?”I nodded, “He is single but I don't know if he is looking for a date.”“Oh, no worries. I would just like to know him.” She waved her hand, “What does he do?”“He is a businessman. He is currently in our pack to open a new branch here.”“Wow, he sounds super rich.”I shrugged my shoulders, “You can say that.”Sonia said, “I am intrigued. Emma, why don't you introduce this new friend of yours to us.”“Of course.” I said, “I am going to meet him at a bar after work. Would you two like to co
Emma's POVA week passed just like that and there wasn't much development. I was continuing my work at the hospital and my kids were getting busier and busier with school stuff. Alexander was out of the hospital and he resumed his work for the divorce proceedings.This time, we had more evidence of Draven's atrocities and the case was stronger against him. I was heavily relieved because there was a huge chance of the verdict ending in my favour.There was not much time left so I was also going through job listings for once we moved out of this stupid pack.That day, I was in the common room, and we were chatting about the usual things. Our conversation got interrupted when a delivery guy knocked on our door.“Yes?” We all turned to look at him and asked.He checked the package in his hand and said, “I have a delivery for Emma Whitemane.”“Me?” I muttered and we all looked at each other in confusion.Sonia was the one who directed him towards me, “That's her. Emma Whitemane.”The deliv