Michael's POVI sat in my office, Gabriel's words echoing in my mind. "Tell Ruth the truth, Michael. She deserves to know why you need Cynthia's father's alliances."But I hesitated. How could I tell her that I was using her, that my feelings for her were secondary to the pack's needs?Now, a week had passed since Ruth found out the truth. She had run away from the pack, and no one had seen her since. Sarah and Emily told me they hadn't seen her at work either.I felt a pang of guilt and worry. Where is she? Hope she is, okay?Just then, my aunt Michelle stormed into my office, her face stern. "Michael, I'm disappointed in you. Marrying Cynthia just for the pack's sake? It's wrong."I sighed, knowing she was right. But what choice did I have?Just then, my father returned from his trip, his face thunderous. "Michael, what's this I hear about you marrying Cynthia? Absolutely not!"I knew he would object. No one liked Cynthia's father's pack. They were ruthless and power-hungry.Sandra
RUTH’S POI couldn't believe what was happening. One minute I was meeting Michael at the old oak tree, the next I was being dragged away by Cynthia's goons. I struggled against my bonds, but they were too tight.Cynthia's smile was twisted as she revealed her plan. "You see, Michael, I have insurance. Something that will keep you in line."I knew I had to think fast. I couldn't let Cynthia use me as leverage. But before I could come up with a plan, Michael agreed to her terms."Fine," he spat. "I agree to your terms."My heart sank. What was he doing? Didn't he know that Cynthia was using him?But before I could react, Cynthia pulled out a small vial of liquid. "This is a special potion. It will ensure your loyalty to us."I knew I had to act fast. I couldn't let Michael drink that potion. So, I did the only thing I could think of - I struggled free from my bonds and shouted "Michael, no!"And then everything went black.When I came woke up, I realise I was lying in a dark room. I had
Micheal’s POVI paced back and forth in my room, my mind racing with thoughts of Ruth. Where IS she? Hope she is safe?I couldn't shake off the feeling of guilt that had been eating away at me since I agreed to Cynthia's terms. I knew I had made a mistake, but I didn't know how to fix it.I thought about the look on Ruth's face when she realized I had betrayed her. The hurt, the anger, the disappointment. It was etched in my memory forever.I knew I had to find her, to make things right. But where did I even start?As I walked out of my room, I ran into Gabriel. "Michael, I've been looking for you," he said, his expression serious."What is it?" I asked, my heart racing with anticipation."We've received a message from Marcus," Gabriel said, his voice low. "He wants to meet with you. Alone."My heart skipped a beat. What did Marcus want?But I knew I had to go. For Ruth's sake, I had to know what was going on."Where is he?" I asked, my mind racing with possibilities."He's waiting fo
Ruth's POVI couldn't shake off the feeling of betrayal. Michael had agreed to Cynthia's terms, putting me in danger. I knew he was sorry, but I couldn't forgive him. Not yet.I needed time to think, to process everything that had happened. So, I did the only thing I could think of - I teleported to another country.I had never used my powers like this before, but I knew I had to get away. I focused all my energy on a place I had always wanted to visit - Japan.As I materialized in a bustling street in Tokyo, I felt a rush of excitement. I was finally free.But as I looked around, I realized that I had no idea where I was or what I was doing. I had no money, no phone, no nothing.I was completely alone.And then, I saw him. A mysterious man watching me from across the street.My heart skipped a beat. Who is he? And what did he want?I tried to ignore him, but he kept following me. I knew I had to lose him, but I had no idea how.As I turned down a narrow alleyway, I felt a hand grab
Michael's POVI couldn't shake off the feeling of restlessness. I had to find Ruth, but I had no idea where to start. I had tried everything, from tracking her scent to searching for her in the most remote corners of the world.As I walked through the forest, I stumbled upon a clearing. And there, in the centre of it, stood Cynthia. Her eyes gleamed with malice, and her smile sent shivers down my spine."You'll never find her," she spat, her voice dripping with venom. "She's gone, Michael. And you'll never see her again."I growled, my instincts taking over. I wanted to attack her, to make her pay for what she had done. But I knew I couldn't. I had to keep my cool, had to think clearly."Why are you doing this, Cynthia?" I asked, my voice low and even. "What do you want from me?"Cynthia laughed, the sound sending chills down my spine. "I want everything," she said. "I want your pack, your power, your heart."I snarled, my anger boiling over. "You'll never have any of it," I spat. "I'
Ruth's POVI stood in the bustling streets of Tokyo, my eyes scanning the crowds. I had been in Japan for weeks now, trying to escape the pain of my past. But no matter how far I ran, I couldn't shake off the feeling of betrayal. Michael had promised to protect me, but he had failed. And now, I was alone.I thought of Kenji, my ally, my friend. He had promised to help me, to teach me how to control my powers. But I knew I couldn't trust him completely. He had his own agenda, his own motives.I sighed, feeling a sense of unease. I was trapped between two worlds, two loyalties. I didn't know what to do, where to turn.And then, I saw him. A man with piercing green eyes, watching me from across the street. I felt a shiver run down my spine. Who was he? What did he want?I turned away, trying to lose myself in the crowd. But I knew I couldn't hide forever. I had to face my demons, my fears. I had to find a way to overcome them.I thought of my grandmother, her pattern of bad luck. I didn'
Michael's POVI paced back and forth in my office, my mind racing with thoughts of Ruth. It had been weeks since she disappeared, and I was getting desperate. I needed to find her, but I had no idea where to start."Gabriel, I need your help," I said, turning to my beta."Of course, Lycan," Gabriel replied, his expression serious. "What do you need me to do?""I need you to find Ruth," I said, my voice firm. "I don't care what it takes or who we have to ask. I need to know she's safe."Gabriel nodded, his eyes narrowing. "I'll do everything I can, Lycan. But I have to warn you, it won't be easy. Ruth is a skilled teleporter. She could be anywhere."I knew Gabriel was right, but I couldn't shake off the feeling of unease. I needed to find Ruth, not just for myself, but for my sister Sandra, who missed her dearly."Sandra is devastated," I said, my voice softening. "She misses Ruth terribly. We all do."Gabriel's expression softened. "I know, Lycan. We'll find her. I promise."Just then
Michael's POVI slowly came to, my head pounding with pain. I was lying on a cold, hard floor, my hands bound behind my back. I struggled to sit up, but a sharp pain shot through my head, making me gasp."Welcome back, Michael," Cynthia's father sneered, his face hovering above me. "I see you're just in time for the main event."I tried to speak, but my mouth was dry and my voice was hoarse. I looked around, trying to take in my surroundings. I was in some sort of underground chamber, the walls lined with stone and the air thick with the scent of dampness.And then, I saw Ruth. She was standing across the room, her eyes fixed on me with a mixture of fear and determination. She was still bound, but she looked unharmed."Ruth," I whispered, my voice barely audible.Cynthia's father laughed. "Ah, yes. Ruth. My dear, sweet Ruth. She's been quite...cooperative."I felt a surge of anger and hatred towards Cynthia's father. I knew I had to get out of here, had to save Ruth. But how?Suddenly