I took her to the Civil Affairs Bureau but faced a problem with getting the marriage certificate. We'd gone through the entire application process, only to be met with a blank screen when my information was pulled up. No record of me existed. Since I was a werewolf, the government didn’t register any information regarding my identity in their system.It was strange. I was not aware of it.The news hit me like a cold splash. I thought we were finally integrating, and becoming part of human society. But this? It was a slap in the face. Anger, hot and primal, coiled in my gut."Mayor," I muttered, jaw clenching. I had put too much faith in that old coot, it seemed.I immediately dialed his number."Mr. Wilkinson," he answered, his voice breezy. “How did you remember me this early morning?”"Why isn't my information in your government database?" I growled, barely holding back a roar. "I helped you, invested heavily in your damn campaign – for what? To be treated like a ghost? Are you mess
The information overload hit me like a rogue wave, leaving me stunned and bewildered. The notion that werewolves were abducting and killing humans, despite the peace treaty, sent a chill down my spine. It shattered the illusion of safety and coexistence that I had naively believed in.My head spun as I stammered, "Why? According to the peace treaty, they can’t attack humans,” I countered. “Why this violence then?”“As I said,” the mayor leaned in closer, his tone grave, “they are very possessive about their mates.”I gawked at him. His words hung in the air like a heavy cloud, suffocating me with their implications. “You mean, humans can be their mates!” I exclaimed, my mind reeling at the thought.He gave a curt nod. "Indeed. That's why they take them to the packs. But humans can’t live with supernatural creatures. Some of them tried to come back but never succeeded.” His voice softened with a hint of pity. "They either end up dead or worse."Dread coiled in my gut, squeezing the air
I could see her fear. I ached for a way to soothe it, to spin a comforting lie. But unfortunately, I couldn't bring myself to sugarcoat the truth. With a solemn nod, I confirmed her worst fears. "If they find someone roaming around the woods, they attack because they feel threatened."“Oh, God.” A strangled gasp escaped her lips. Her hands flew to her mouth, the color draining from her face. Panic flickered in her wide eyes.“Hey, Adel.” I went to her side and sat down on the sofa beside her. "Don't be afraid, okay?" My arm wrapped around her shoulders. “We are monitoring everything. Trust me. All this arbitrary killing in the woods will be stopped soon.”She pulled away slightly, looking into my eyes. "They can't just kill somebody because they are in the woods," she protested. "The humans are weak as compared to the werewolves. How can we humans pose threats to your kind?"Her words were a stark reminder of the chasm that separated our worlds. I squeezed her shoulder reassuringly. "
Adelynn’s POV…My stomach churned beneath the sterile white desk I was forced to occupy, my gaze fixed on the opaque glass wall of the CEO’s office. The shades were drawn, blocking my view of the scene unfolding within.My mind raced with thoughts of what might be happening inside. My heart pounded in my chest as I wondered if Tina was going to reveal my deepest secret to Noel - the fact that I was carrying his child.Noel's revelations earlier had shed light on the significance of the child growing within me. This baby could solve all his problems. It held the key to his aspirations, his dreams of becoming the Alpha king.My fingers trembled with nervous energy as I grappled with conflicting emotions. On one hand, I understood the potential benefits of Noel knowing about the baby. But on the other, I couldn't bear the thought of him taking my child away from me, especially when I knew our relationship was temporary.The thought of losing my child filled me with a sense of dread and d
Days turned into a week, and Tina's friendly gestures toward me gradually dissolved my initial reservations. Our budding friendship blossomed with each passing day as we shared meals and enjoyed breaks together. As we chatted more and more, I gradually began to trust her.One afternoon, we decided to have lunch at a nearby restaurant. As we sat down and began eating, an inexplicable aversion to the smell of fried chicken washed over me, causing my stomach to churn unpleasantly."Excuse me," I murmured hastily, rising from my seat and hurrying towards the restroom, my hand pressed over my mouth."Adel?" Tina's concerned voice trailed after me, but I couldn't stop to respond. I needed to escape the overwhelming sensation of nausea.Once inside the restroom, I barely made it to the nearest stall before the waves of sickness overtook me. I doubled over, retching into the toilet until there was nothing left but the dry heaves.As the ordeal subsided, I leaned against the cool wall, feeling
I stared at the screen, my mouth agape. Noel just commanded me to go back. But I was still weak, and I didn’t want to face him. I didn’t have the energy and mood to answer his never-ending question.‘What am I supposed to do now?’“Why did you lie to him?” Lily's voice, sharp and accusatory, shattered the silence, breaking my trance.I flinched, heart hammering against my ribs, as I tore my gaze away from the phone. Her accusatory glare sent a fresh wave of panic crashing over me.“He is your baby’s father for God’s sake,” she continued. “You should tell him everything- about the baby and Tina’s manipulation.”"I can't," I choked out.“Why? He is successful and wealthy – everything you could ever ask for. He can take care of you and your baby. He is perfect for you. Why do you want to leave him?” Her words, laced with harsh logic, scraped at the raw vulnerability beneath my carefully constructed facade.Tears welled up, blurring my vision. "You don't understand," I whispered. "You hav
This potion!The sight of it filled me with a mixture of shock and anger. My mind raced with a torrent of emotions as I confronted Adelynn. "Where did you get it?" I demanded sharply, my tone tinged with accusation. The implications that such a potion was with her gnawed at my mind, leaving me unsettled. “It’s not an ordinary potion. Who gave it to you? And more importantly," I pressed, my voice dropping to a low growl, "are you taking it?" My eyes darted down to her stomach, a chilling dread settling in my gut.“This… T-Tina gave me,” she stuttered."Tina?" I spat. "Tina gave you this?" My jaw clenched, frustration warring with a blooming worry. "Do you even know what it's for?" I roared, my grip tightening on her arms.She flinched under my touch, a choked sob escaping her lips. Tears streamed down her face.My heart hammered against my ribs, a frantic drumbeat echoing the turmoil within me. "Are you pregnant?" I barked, the question a harsh accusation ripping from my throat. The ra
I flickered my eyes open, blinking away the blurry haze to find Noel sprawled on a nearby sofa, his face etched with a disgruntled frown.I knew I couldn’t hide my pregnancy anymore, but I was not ready to let him know that he was the father of my child.Since Noel had already suspected the child was Richard’s, I would play along with it. After all, the contract would be ended in six months. This would help me get away from him with my baby.Taking a deep breath, I met his gaze, forcing a weak smile. "Thank you," I murmured, the guilt twisting in my gut. He deserved the truth, deserved a chance to know, but I was too selfish.“I found out about my pregnancy the day I broke up with Richard,” I lied. “I have never been in contact with him after that. Trust me.”Noel didn't yell, didn't accuse. He just stared, his eyes searching mine with an intensity that made me nervous.“Why didn’t you tell me sooner?” His voice, when it finally came, was a low rumble, laced with a quiet hurt. “If I k