Kingsley's POV
"Alpha, what made you decide to buy this perfume? Despite Alice's reputation, this one seems to have missed the mark."Jeremy glanced at me through the rearview mirror, a hint of confusion passing over his face."I can't say for sure, but whenever I smell this scent, it feels oddly familiar. I just can't recall where I've encountered it before."I rubbed my eyes, feeling a bit tired after a day of running around.I came to Norma on business and was going back today, and I was going to bring a gift for a friend, but instead I was unexpectedly attracted to this perfume."Alpha, are you still missing...""Jeremy!"I interrupted Jeremy with a cold tone, afraid of what name might come out of his mouth.Jeremy shrunk back and nodded apologetically."By the way, when you were paying earlier, an older gentleman mentioned that Alice wanted to thank you in person and asked if you had a moment.""Thank me? For what?"IKingsley's POV"So you must have accepted me as your mate because you love me too?"After a cheer, Finley took the microphone and locked eyes with Freya. The people around her gradually fell silent, all anticipating Freya's response, and so did I.Freya slowly lifted her head, appearing a bit flustered, perhaps uncomfortable with the situation, or maybe internally uncertain as well.She stood there without nodding or declining, and the time stretched on, making it feel like a century had passed.I couldn't allow any chance for her to answer him, so while everyone held their breath waiting for Freya to reply, I discreetly made my way to the DJ booth.When no one was paying attention, I turned the volume up to the maximum, causing a deafening sound that resonated across the dance floor, prompting everyone to instinctively cover their ears amid screams of excitement.This interruption helped alleviate Freya's predicament somewhat.
Freya's POVI looked around, attempting to locate the enigmatic man who struck me as somewhat familiar, but his scent had dissipated from the air."What are you searching for?" Finley's voice emerged.I turned my head to look at him. "Nothing. Have you taken care of your business?""It's been taken care of.""Then let's head back now. I'm starting to feel a little uncomfortable." I cast my eyes downward, suppressing the inexplicable emotions inside me.Soon, after reaching the vicinity of my neighborhood and parting ways with Finley, I walked home alone. Inexplicably, the image of that mysterious man reappeared in my mind once more.Suddenly, my wolf emitted an alert whine as a scent approached from behind me.I jerked my head back but found nothing.I calmed down and resumed my journey.When I turned a corner, I slipped behind a wall.In the moonlight, I could discern a figure gradually emerging on the ground behind the wall.Holding my breath, I seized the opportunity to reach for t
Kingsley's POVStanding in Luna Plaza, I gazed at the statue of Moon God before me, and memories of Freya flooded my mind.Her disappointment - "What was I thinking? Expecting anything from you?"Her stubbornness - "Let's see if I can thrive after leaving you."The way she looked as she moaned my name in the high pitch of her orgasm. "Kingsley."Her indifference - "You don't need to explain anything, Kingsley. I only believe what I see."Her mischievousness when she put on a gown to purposely lure me out of control - "Like what you see?"Her anger - "I was never exclusively yours, and I don't desire someone who desires another."Her desperation - "Kingsley, I, Freya, of the Dark Moon Pack, hereby reject you as my mate, Kingsley Wright, from the Shadowmoon Pack."...I closed my eyes, my heart aching, and my wolf let out a guttural whimper of sadness.After a long pause, I opened my eyes and gazed at the statue of Moon God, whispering in my most reverent tone, "She has rejected me
Freya's POVThe air always carried the scent of pungent antiseptic, and as I opened my eyes, I found myself surrounded by whiteness.I was about to sit up when I noticed a sharp pain in my shoulder and neck. Wincing, I instinctively reached for the source of the pain, realizing I was in the middle of a pristine white hospital room.Rubbing my head, I was haunted by vague memories as if I had seen Kingsley before passing out.Kingsley, what on earth had I been dreaming about?My eyes snapped open, and I was greeted by a cacophonous commotion in the hallway. The owner of the voice seemed rather irate, and it appeared that a large crowd had gathered on the ground floor."How is my mate? I warn you, if anything goes wrong with her, I won't spare you!""Alright, sir, you've repeated that sentence five times now. I've just confirmed with the doctor that there's nothing wrong with the patient, and she'll wake up later." The nurse's voice sounded helpless this time, leaving the other person d
Freya's POVSince my last meeting with Kingsley, I've always thought of him, consciously or unconsciously. There have been a few times when I mistakenly used the wrong spice in my work, which is almost unthinkable for me."Ms. Freya, are you alright? You could have rested more at home if you weren't feeling well," Bardier said, looking at me with concern and noticing that my mental condition was a bit different from usual."Thank you for your concern; there's nothing wrong with me. I probably just didn't rest well last night," I replied, offering a polite smile and a slight nod to Bardier to indicate that I was okay."Ms. Freya, if you're okay, I'd like you to take a look at this new bottle of perfume I've mixed up," Bardier said, pulling out a bottle of peach-colored perfume from the counter. After opening the lid, the delicate scent filled the air and made my heart skip a beat."This smell is so strong, Bardier. What's the name of this perfume?" I asked absentminded
Freya's POVThe next morning, I received a call from Bardier, who informed me of an urgent business collaboration that required me to rush to the office.Upon my arrival at the office, Bardier was already waiting for me in the conference room. He greeted me with a smile and said, "Freya, you're just in time. I have an important client to introduce to you. They want to work with us on a significant project."I was curious, wondering who this client might be.Following Bardier into the conference room, I was stunned to see a familiar figure.Kingsley?I stopped in my tracks in surprise and couldn't believe my eyes.Kingsley also saw me and appeared composed. He stood up, extended his hand to Bardier, and said, "Hello, Mr. Bardier." He then turned to me and said, "Hello, Ms. Alice. It's been a long time."I forced a smile and replied, "Hello, Alpha Kingsley."He called me Alice instead of Freya, and a pang of bitterness ran through me. Since our conversation
Freya's POVThe next evening, as night descended and the stars twinkled, a splendid dinner unfolded in an opulent banquet hall. The ballroom was adorned in a picturesque manner, featuring exquisite crystal chandeliers casting a warm glow. Each round table was adorned with white roses and delicate candles, imparting a gentle floral scent and fostering a romantic ambiance.Kingsley was attired in a finely-tailored black suit, complete with a neatly knotted tie. His deep eyes exuded confidence and determination, while he wore a slight, charming smile.On the other hand, I donned a captivating evening gown embellished with silver silk tassels that swayed like flowing water. My long hair cascaded over my shoulders, and I wore exquisite jewelry that captivated onlookers' attention as we entered the ballroom.Under the luminance of the dinner party lights, Kingsley guided me toward a round table, where a group of people had gathered."My apologies for the delay, Alpha Jason
Freya's POVI pushed Kingsley aside and hastily got out of the car, stumbling as I went.Unexpectedly, I met Finley there.What was he doing here so late at night?"Freya," Finley whispered my name, his eyes carrying a hint of bitterness. "Did Alpha Kingsley give you a ride home?"I hung my head in shame, contemplating what had just occurred. "Finley, I...""Freya, I know all about it. Can we talk about it?"I nodded and opened the door to my room, inviting Finley inside. He approached and settled on the couch as I poured him a cup of coffee.Finley took a cautious sip of his coffee and then seemed to come to a decision before speaking, "Kingsley isn't actually Grace's biological son."I froze in place.What?I had expected Finley to ask about what was happening between Kingsley and me, not to reveal such a significant secret.Seeing my stunned expression, Finley chuckled softly. "Surprised, aren't you? I was just as shocke