ElaineMy apartment was a mess. Papers, books, and my laptop were scattered across the dining table. It was Sunday, and instead of unwinding and enjoying my day off, I was holed up inside, searching for information about the Elite Five. I was lucky we had a day off yesterday due to scheduled pest control in our building. Adding to the day today, it gave me two days to finish my task.The task Nancy had given me was like finding a needle in a haystack. It proved to be incredibly difficult since only a few in the business world knew about them. It was clear Nancy was serious about making things tough for me. If not, at least she would have given me some references for my research. But instead, she gave nothing but vague instructions. How the hell would I be able to accomplish this with my limited resources?My mind raced with worry as I felt the weight of the stress pressing down on me. Was there really a way for me to complete this task? Everything about the Elite Five was restricted on
ElaineI hurried down the dimly lit corridor, my footsteps echoing on the shiny marble floors. The air carried the scent of fresh coffee and a hint of lemon from the janitor's recent cleaning. Clutching a thin folder tightly against my chest, I made my way to Nancy’s office.Approaching my destination, my heart started racing. I paused, took a deep breath, and tried to calm myself. It wasn’t that I was afraid of her, but I dreaded interacting with Nancy. Whenever she was around, she imposed her authority and intimidated me. It had reached the point where she would humiliate me in front of others. The situation had become so toxic that I tried to avoid her as much as possible. Thankfully, Marie was always there to support me. Despite this, I couldn’t completely avoid Nancy, knowing she was our department head.The office door, made of dark wood, seemed more imposing than usual. Nancy’s nameplate gleamed in the artificial light. I knew what awaited me beyond that door, so I approached wi
ElaineWait, what? Me? What the hell is she talking about? I began to panic as all eyes were turned on me. My heart skipped a beat as shock surged inside. I hadn’t been informed about presenting today so I came unprepared. What was this all about?I gripped my folder tightly, trying to hide the tremble in my hands. Judging by the way Nancy smirked, I knew this was something she planned to humiliate me. Perhaps sensing my discomfort, Marie leaned towards me, attempting to intervene. “I think Elaine—”“Let Elaine give the update, Marie. It’s her task isn’t it?” Nancy declared firmly. Her voice left no room for argument, silencing Marie as she sat again. At that point, I knew there was nothing I could do to avoid this. So, I was forced to suck everything up and straightened up. I wouldn’t let her bully me like this without a fight. Gathering my courage, I took my folder and stood up.Desperation clawed at me, my legs feeling unsteady under the weight of everyone’s expectant gazes. I co
ElaineTwo days after that fateful meeting, everything went back to normal. And so, I thought.My workspace was a corner in the open-plan office, surrounded by the gentle hum of the busy office setup. Papers and folders lay scattered across my desk, a vivid testament to the day's overwhelming workload. I was deeply engrossed in updating a crucial report. A soft knock on the divider snapped me out of my concentration, jolting me from my swamp of work. I looked up to see Marie, smiling warmly at me."Elaine?" Marie's voice held a hint of urgency."Hi, Marie. What's up?" I replied, momentarily setting aside my work and adjusting my glasses."I just came out of Nancy’s office. She asked me to instruct you to see her in her office," Marie said. Although her expression remained smiling, I could see the hint of curiosity in her eyes"Oh, okay. Thanks for letting me know," I replied. Marie nodded and departed, leaving me to ponder Nancy's sudden request. Since the tense board meeting two days
ElaineI sat in a cozy corner of the bustling coffee shop, nursing my morning coffee. The rich aroma of freshly brewed beans filled the air, but my mind was elsewhere. I had just two days to secure a meeting with Everett Innovations. How the hell would I be able to do that?The thought alone made my temples throb. This Elite Five lived up to its name. Imagine being a discreet group of highly successful companies across different fields of business but still managing to keep a highly secretive profile. I remembered what Trevor had told me: this company only opened its doors to potential partners. They would only reach out if they were interested in partnering with you. If not, you won’t get any information from them. They would contact you to collaborate, not the other way around. Perhaps that was why they hadn’t answered any of our emails or calls. With this reality hovering above me, how would I get them to meet with us at Roma Aesthetics?I sighed and massaged my forehead, trying to
Elaine I followed Leo as he led me down the street. My mind was a whirlwind of thoughts. I should have been at the office of Everett Innovations, trying to schedule an appointment for Roma Aesthetics. Instead, here I was, trailing after this poor kid. I had offered to walk him home, thinking it wouldn’t take long, but now I was starting to worry. I couldn’t shake the feeling that I was making a mistake and poor judgment call. My concern for Leo's safety battled with my worry about the difficult task assigned to me by Nancy.Feeling defeated, I sighed and tried to reassure myself. "Making sure this kid is safe won’t take much time. I can get back to work soon." After a few minutes, we turned a corner. There, I saw a small house made of cardboard, held together with tape and string, next to an old trash bin. It was tiny, with a worn-out blanket for a door and newspapers on the floor. Leo stopped and turned to me with a small smile. "Welcome to my home, Aunt Elaine," he said. My h
ElaineI turned my head, recognizing the voice instantly."Well, well, who do we have here?" Megan's tone was dripping with sarcasm. She stood there, a smug smile playing on her lips. Her eyes glittered with a predatory gleam, and her posture was as sharp and poised as ever. She was with another wolf, a man dressed in corporate wear, clearly indicating they were on some business errand together. I stood up and dusted myself off, determined to face this unexpected encounter with dignity."What are you doing here, Elaine?" Megan asked, her eyes scanning me with a mix of curiosity and disdain, her lips curling into a smirk. I could feel her trying to assert dominance, trying to make me feel small. I didn't want to give her the satisfaction of knowing the details, so I simply said, "It's work-related."Megan's eyes widened in shock, her expression quickly morphing into one of false pity. "Elaine, the previous Luna of Wolfsilver Pack, working as an employee?" Her words dripped with thinly v
ElaineI was taken aback when I realized the wolf I had bumped into was Trevor. I had been lost in my thoughts, not expecting to see a familiar face in this place.“Elaine?” Trevor said, his surprise evident. He looked just the same, with his bright eyes and easy smile.Feeling awkward, I managed a small smile. “Hi,” I said, my voice a bit shaky.Trevor’s curiosity got the better of him. “What are you doing here? No work today?”I shook my head, my stomach growling audibly. “Actually, I’m here because of work,” I admitted, feeling a blush creep up my cheeks.Trevor’s smile widened. “It’s lunchtime already. How about we grab something to eat? There’s a diner nearby.”“Hmmm…”“Don’t think about it, come on. You might be thinking to say no but your stomach is saying otherwise.”I felt my cheeks heat remembering the embarrassing encounter. With that, I nodded and followed Trevor as he led me to Whimsy Diner. The diner had a cozy, nostalgic feel, with checkered tablecloths and the smell of
ElaineAt last, the awaited day arrived. The mating ritual would happen in just a few hours. Liz had stayed at Trevor’s place last night, which made it much easier for us to get ready and head to the venue together.I had already taken our relationship to another level and moved in with Trevor a while ago. So far, I haven’t had any issues with him.Liz and I were doing the final touches on our makeup. Thankfully, I’d learned most of my makeup skills from Liz. At an event like this, those skills came in handy.“Are you done yet? I’m just doing my lips now,” Liz said Her focus was on the mirror as she applied her red lipstick.“Almost…” I replied while carefully fixing my eyebrows.In no time, Liz was done, and I followed shortly after. We checked ourselves one last time before heading out the door. But just as we were about to leave, Liz suddenly blocked my way with her body. Her face turned serious. Her usual bubbly and energetic vibe was momentarily replaced.I met her gaze, confused
ElaineDays passed quickly. I stood beside Trevor as we both watched Tristan serve as a witness against Melina’s schemes. We were in the process of filing a report against her. Tristan eagerly presented facts about Melina’s capabilities. The peacekeeping committee listened intently to his every statement. Everyone paid close attention to his account as he narrated the events from the very beginning up to the present.Trevor remained silent as he held my hand. It was probably his way of reassuring me that everything was going well and I didn’t need to worry too much.Once Tristan finished speaking with one of the officers, he approached us and said, “We’re done here. The chief officer assured me that no one would dare to harm Elaine under their watch.”He turned and nodded at the officer, who was preparing to leave the office. Then he added, “I’m positive Megan is involved in this. She’s secretly working with Aunt Melina. But, of course, Megan will deny everything, so we’ll need soli
Elaine“Melina Lewitt?”I couldn't even recall encountering someone by that name. I hadn’t heard it before. I tried delving into my memories and searched for anyone who might have had the same name. But nothing came to mind.As I sat in silence and focused on remembering. Trevor tapped my shoulder. He leaned in and asked, “Do you know this woman?”I shook my head at his question and turned to Tristan, hoping he could shed some light on who she was.“I don’t know any Melina. Who is she?”Tristan picked up a glass from the tray and poured some water into it. He took a deep breath before sipping. Finally, he said,“I figured you wouldn’t know. She’s Shawn’s mother.”Hearing that name was like a jolt of electricity. My eyes widened, and I nearly jumped off the couch.“YOU MEAN SHAWN LEWITT? YOUR OMEGA BEST FRIEND?”Tristan locked eyes with me and nodded. Memories of Shawn came flooding back. He and Tristan had been inseparable. They were like brothers. Wherever Tristan went, Shawn follow
ElaineThe cars passed by in the opposite direction. Their headlights brushed across my face. Nervousness followed me throughout the journey. I fidgeted anxiously with my fingers, thinking about what might happen today. I didn’t know our exact location, but surprisingly, despite it being almost winter, the air was warm. Beads of sweat formed on my forehead and trickled down my skin. I wiped them with my arm and reached for the AC in front of me.Trevor was driving silently as I adjusted the airflow and tried to make the car more comfortable for my troubled body. After a long stretch of silence, Trevor’s voice broke through. His words echoed in my ears.“Relax, darling...”I had no idea how to respond. I knew Trevor was trying to comfort me, but how could I stay calm when every fiber of my being was bracing for what I was about to face?Trevor had already driven us to a secluded area. I scanned my surroundings and realized we were at Marine’s Bay. The road was eerily quiet. No other ca
TristanA sense of purpose settled over me as I dabbed some cologne on my wrist. I adjusted my sleeves and made sure my grey tie was perfectly in place. And then, smiled at my reflection. It had been a while since I felt this way…to be eager for the day ahead. I had made the extra effort to choose something special from my collection of clothes as I wanted to look my best for her. I didn’t want Elaine to see me in anything less than impressive.I stared at the mirror and then caught myself thinking. Maybe this time, she’ll finally see I’m here for her no matter what.I’d always known she was hesitant to trust me again, and she had all the reasons to think that way. But after everything that happened, I still wanted to be the one she could count on.Then came the phone call.It felt like everything shifted at that moment. My plans were starting to align with what I truly wanted. After all the rejection, I could finally show Elaine that I had something valuable to offer. I just wanted h
ElaineI couldn’t stop pacing back and forth in the living room. My mind was spinning and my nerves were already frayed. Trevor and Liz sat on the couch. Their eyes followed my every move as I wrung my hands together. The phone sat on the coffee table, mocking me with its silence.“You’re going to wear a hole in the carpet,” Liz teased, but her voice lacked its usual edge of humor. “It’s just a phone call, Elaine. Relax.”I stopped mid-step and turned to her. My frustration was already bubbling to the surface. “It’s not just a phone call,” I snapped. But I immediately regretted my tone after seeing her flushed in embarrassment. I sighed as I ran a hand through my hair. “Sorry, Liz. It's just that... I tried so hard to get away from Tristan’s grip. And now, here I am, about to ask him for help. I literally ran away from him only to come back to get some assistance? It feels like I’m undoing everything I fought for.”Liz’s expression softened. She opened her mouth to reply, but Trevor
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