ElaineI was startled for a second by her sudden touch. It seemed like she had read my mind. I hated to admit it, but I felt jealous of his wife for having such a devoted husband. My forgotten memories led me to ask if Tristan had treated me in a similar way before.Did he?Nah, I guess not. Tristan was a jerk, and Liz’s testimony and his current actions proved that. Perhaps if he had, this divorce would never have happened or even been considered in the first place. I mean, who in the right mind would divorce a husband who his wife well?Liz didn’t let go of my arm while driving. She showed her support in such a loving way, and I appreciated it in my heart so much. After a few moments, Liz suddenly asked, “What’s the plan after the divorce? Anything in mind?”I paused for a moment, thinking about the future. “I’m not entirely sure yet. I just want to find myself again, you know? Maybe travel, focus on my career, or pick up a hobby I’ve always wanted to try. But mostly, I just want t
ElaineUgh! Give me a break! I crossed my arms, feeling annoyed. Meanwhile, the smile on Liz’s face disappeared as she spoke. “Fancy meeting you here, Megan."Megan didn’t seem bothered. She leaned in for a kiss on Liz's cheeks, but Liz stepped back, causing Megan to pause and chuckle. Despite her laughter, I could see the hurt in Megan's eyes from Liz's rejection. I was about to interject, but Megan spoke first.“I guess time really changes everything. It’s like those times we laughed together never really existed. Isn’t it, Liz?”Liz scoffed and rolled her eyes, clearly not wanting to engage. Megan then turned to me with a fake smile. "Good to see you, Elaine."Liz scoffed again and moved closer, clearly upset by Megan's appearance, particularly her thick makeup. I couldn't help but smirk, knowing Liz was about to let loose.“Sorry, but I don’t keep snakes in my life,” Liz said, her tone cutting.Megan pretended to be hurt. “Me? A snake? What did I do to you, Liz? I don’t remember
ElaineFinally, Wednesday came. I kept checking my watch. “Don’t you think we’re too early?”Liz swallowed the cake she was eating before responding. “An hour early isn’t bad. Remember, this lawyer isn’t just any lawyer you can get. And besides, I’m here to entertain you!”I took a sip from my latte, trying to calm my nerves. Today was the day I would meet the wolf who would stand with me in this battle. I poked Liz's arm to get her attention and asked, "Tell me, bestie, how did you find this guy?"Liz poured out the details while checking her phone. "Gamma Lucian became our family lawyer when my mom decided to get divorced. He’s the one who led my mom through everything. He’s a respected man and a perfect fit for the job. You’ll see once you talk to him."I took another sip from my latte. "Is that so..."I was about to ask another question when a deep, old voice came from behind. "Greetings, Liz."Startled, I turned around. "I apologize for that. Mind if I sit here?" the man asked.I
ElaineGamma Lucian went back to writing, and a moment of silence settled between us. I observed him closely as he worked, noticing how seriously he took his job. Despite his serious demeanor, the passion in his eyes was burning, and I could feel it. Every question he asked wasn’t just about gathering details; he genuinely cared about my case. I was sensitive enough to know that.Unknowingly, my thoughts came out of my mouth. Leaning towards the table, I asked, “Gamma Lucian, would you tolerate a question not related to my case?”Lucian stopped writing and slowly lifted his chin to make eye contact with me. “Sure.”I sighed and told him, “It’s a bit of a personal question, so I hope you don’t mind.”The Gamma nodded and waited.“You know, in our society, divorce is not yet accepted. But why do you still choose this profession? What makes you pursue this unusual dream?”Gamma Lucian looked out the window and sighed. “Ahh... that question again...”I was a bit surprised to hear that fro
Tristan“Why can’t I get it right?” I threw the pen I was holding, watching it shatter against the wall. I tried to act cool and calm, but Elaine’s confident smile and mockery kept replaying in my mind, making it impossible to focus on the papers in front of me. I yanked at my tie and took a deep breath.I was upset, wondering what went wrong. Elaine used to tremble in my presence and cower in fear whenever I was around. She was a weakling who listened to my every demand. But now, she was like a wild predator ready to devour her prey. What the hell happened? How did she end up like that?I growled and gripped the side of my desk. The poor, helpless puppy I used to control had turned into a mad dog, ready to bite me at any moment. My breathing became shallow as frustration ate at me. I couldn’t believe my puppet had gained the strength to cut her strings and move on her own. It felt like Elaine had been reborn. I couldn’t recognize my own wife anymore. She was a different person, some
Tristan.Megan stared at Elaine as she walked away from the office. She rolled her eyes and approached me with a smile. I scoffed and yanked open my drawer. My hand trembled slightly as I grabbed the half-empty bottle of alcohol, and I took a long, burning swig. Megan took a deep breath."I could already sense something happened between you two."She walked behind me and started rubbing my shoulders. My muscles were knotted and tense, but I kept sipping the alcohol, not saying a word."Tell me, honey, what happened?"I couldn't hold back my foul mood. The bottle slammed down on my desk with a force that sent papers fluttering. My eyes narrowed, and my voice came out in a low, venomous hiss."That bitch! She thinks she’s a big shot now!"I grabbed the divorce papers from my desk and crumpled them in my hands."Elaine kept on embarrassing me. If she succeeds with this divorce, I'll definitely lose face with everyone."Megan suddenly leaned in and gave me a smooch on the cheek. Normally,
Elaine“Finally!” Satisfied, I stared at my living room after a long day of cleaning. What better way to start integrating myself into my new apartment than by making it feel truly mine?Feeling tired, I sat down on the light brown couch and rested my body, even putting my legs up on the coffee table for extra comfort."Aghh, this feels great," I sighed, taking in the results of my hard work. With some spare money, I managed to make the apartment look better. I bought a few things to liven it up, like the vase on top of the coffee table. The fake daffodils in the vase added a touch of life to the room. And it wasn’t just that—I also got matching items for the kitchen and new curtains for every window.A smile spread across my face. Finally, the place was starting to feel like home.Later that evening, I decided to reward myself for all the effort. I lit some scented candles, turned on my favorite playlist, and settled back on the couch with a good book. The soft glow from the candles
TristanI grabbed Beta Jared and threw him into the air. He groaned in pain as his back hit the mat. I smirked and relaxed from my fighting stance."Tsss, still weak as ever. I still can’t believe you’re the best our pack could offer."Jared struggled to get up, clearly in pain, but he managed to chuckle and respond."We’re just getting started, Alpha," he smirked, and the next thing I knew, he was tackling me. Good thing I managed to stop him with my full strength. Otherwise, such an attack would have resulted in a nasty fall for me. That would be ugly for sure.I could feel his sweat on my skin, the heat of our bodies mingling in the humid air.With a desperate attempt to break free, I aimed a knee strike, but he cunningly released one of my arms to block it. Then, he seized the advantage, using my loss of balance to lift me and throw me to the ground. As I hit the hard surface, frustration welled up inside me, making me threw curses in the air. Jared smirked, "You’ve been hanging o
MeganMy heart raced as I adjusted the hem of my dress for what felt like the hundredth time. This wasn’t just any dress. It was my favorite. It was the one that always made me feel confident and beautiful. The deep emerald green brought out the hazel in my eyes. And the way it hugged my curves just made me feel like tonight could be the start of something new. Something I’d been waiting for.I’d spent hours getting ready and perfecting every detail. My makeup was flawless. My hair fell in soft waves around my shoulders. And the heels I’d chosen gave me just enough height to feel elegant but not overdone. Tonight was the first time Tristan had ever asked me out for dinner. A real dinner. Not a casual fuck or a brief meetup. But a proper and planned evening at an upscale restaurant. A fucking intimate dinner for two. For us. I checked my reflection one last time and I couldn’t help but smile. This had to mean something. Maybe Tristan was finally starting to see me. To really see me
TristanI sat in the dim light of my office as I stared blankly at the half-empty glass of whiskey in front of me. My mind swirled with thoughts I couldn’t seem to escape. Everything was spiraling out of control. And no matter how much I tried, I couldn’t stop thinking about Elaine. I couldn’t stop thinking about what she meant to me, what I’d done to push her away, and whether there was even a chance to fix it.Maybe… maybe it was time to step back.The thought felt like a knife to the chest. But it was becoming harder to ignore. Elaine had made her choice. And it wasn’t me. She deserved happiness. And if that happiness was with Trevor, who was I to stand in the way? Still, the thought of giving up made my wolf stir uneasily.“Fix yourself first,” my wolf growled. “Stop chasing her and fix the mess you’ve made.”I leaned back in my chair. Then I closed my eyes. Maybe he was right. If I focused on myself, on fixing everything I’d broken, maybe Elaine would finally see that I was wor
ElaineI never thought i would be in this situation but at that point, I waited for death to knock on my door.My breath hitched and my body tensed as I braced for the inevitable explosion. Every nerve in my body screamed for it to happen for I no longer want to stress about it. I just want to get it over and done with. But the seconds ticked by, and nothing came. No loud explosion that was supposed to shake the earthNo burning heat that was supposed to toast my flesh. Nothing. I dared to open my eyes as confusion swirled with my lingering fear. Trevor was suddenly there. He dropped to his knees beside me. Then he gripped my shoulders.“Oh, god! I thought I lost you," he uttered while still feeling extremely worried. I could also see the desperation in his eyes as he held me. "Are you okay?" “I…” My voice faltered because my mind was still catching up to what had happened. Slowly, I pushed myself up. My gaze fell on the grenade that had landed inches away from where I stood. It
ElaineLiz didn’t say anything. Her mouth opened a little, yet no words came out of it. The usual brightness in her hazel eyes turned into something uncertain She glanced down at the floor, then back at me. The pink color in her cheeks earlier was gone. Now, her face looked pale. The happy look she had when she arrived was replaced by sadness. Her lips pressed together tightly as if she was trying to hold back her feelings.“I’m sorry,” she finally said. “I didn’t mean to ruin the mood. I should have kept quiet instead of sharing—”“Stop,” I said gently as I cut her off. I reached out and took her hand. I held her warm hand firmly to let her know what I really felt inside. “You don’t have to say sorry, Liz. You were just telling me something about your life. And I’m happy you did. That’s what best friends are for.”Her brow furrowed. "Yeah. But I don’t want to make things harder for you. I didn't even know what you were going through. What kind of best friend am I?”"It's my fault a
ElaineTrevor and I were sitting on the sofa. We do not talk much but feel relaxed in each other’s presence. This was how we normally spent the rest of the night before going to bed. Then, we heard a knock at the door. Trevor gave me a quick nod before telling me to stay while he got up to check. My heart was pounding inside my chest. Eventually, I reminded myself to stay calm and don’t let my overthinking get the best of me. The door opened, and Liz rushed in before Trevor could say a word. She was so full of energy and was like she was bringing the sunshine into the room. In one hand, she held a paper bag that smelled amazing. In the other, she carried a pile of colorful board games that wobbled as she moved. Her smile was so big, it made me smile too. “Hope you’re both hungry!” Liz said, setting the bag on the coffee table. The smell of sesame chicken and fried rice filled the room right away. Expectedly, it made my stomach rumble.“I’m in the mood to play some games tonight. Wh
Elaine“Hmm…”The kitchen was filled with the warm aroma of coffee brewing and the faint sizzle of something cooking on the stove. Trevor stood at the counter with his sleeves rolled up. He was too focused on chopping vegetables with such precision that seemed almost out of place in such a casual setting. I leaned against the counter opposite him as I watched his hands move.“You’re really good at that,” I teased to break the silence. “Where did you learn to cook like this?”He glanced up at me. A playful smile appeared at the corners of his lips. “A man’s gotta eat, Elaine. Besides, you’d be surprised what a few cooking shows can teach you.”I laughed softly. And it sounded light and free. Something I hadn’t felt in days. It amazed me how easily Trevor could make me forget the heaviness that seemed to cling to me lately.“Do you want to help? Or are you just going to stand there admiring me?” he teased before tossing a piece of chopped carrot in my direction.I caught it mid-air and
MeganI was knee-deep in paperwork. My desk was full of piled files and documents demanding attention. The sound of the clock ticking faintly in the background was the only company I had in the silence of my office. I barely glanced up when Marie entered. But she sounded like something was urgent which made me pause.“Miss Megan, the peacekeepers are here. They said it’s about Elaine Scott,” she announced.Elaine Scott. My hand froze mid-signature. I looked up sharply and masked my unease with a calm smile. “Send them in.”Marie nodded. Then she stepped aside to let them enter. Two officers walked in. Their presence was shouting authority. I gestured toward the chairs opposite my desk. “Please, have a seat.""Thank you," They uttered before settling in. I put down the pen I was holding and smiled at them before asking, "How can I help you, officers?”One of the officers, a tall man with a stern expression, got straight to the point. “We’re investigating an incident involving Miss Ela
TristanI had not planned to follow them. It wasn’t something I’d intended to do, but the moment I saw them leaving Elaine’s apartment together, curiosity turned into an uncontrollable pull. Trevor’s car disappeared into the distance. And I found myself trailing them. I couldn't resist it. The mere sight of Elaine beside him stirred a storm within me. I noticed how she smiled at him so easily. My blood was boiling as I realized that it seemed to belong to that bastard now. It was hard to believe that she would easily give it to another wolf just like that. It felt like all the moments we shared had disappeared. It felt like those were replaced by something I couldn’t reach.“As if you shared something wonderful with Elaine. You’re not fooling anyone, Tristan,” My wolf uttered sarcastically inside my head which I chose to ignore.Even if I walked a few distances away from them, they didn’t seem to notice me. They were too engrossed in their world. Trevor’s hand guided Elaine protecti
ElaineThe drive to my apartment was quiet. Trevor was driving beside me, and his calm presence made me feel safer. That was something I was so grateful for.Earlier, Trevor said something that stuck in my mind. He told me I couldn’t let my fear control me. He was right. If I stayed afraid forever, I would lose who I was. I've come so far to claim my life back from my failed marriage and I couldn’t let all those efforts go to waste simply because I was afraid to die.As we arrived at the apartment complex, Trevor parked near the entrance. He looked at me and smiled. “I’ll wait here,” he said gently. “Take your time. I’m not going anywhere.”His words made me feel a little braver. “Thank you,” I said softly before stepping out of the car.Walking into the building, I felt a mysterious chill. Everything looked the same, but it didn’t feel the same. My heart started beating faster as I opened the door to my apartment. Suddenly, the memory of that awful box flashed in my mind. I stood