VALERIE My chest burned as I ran, and I pushed myself to run faster so it wouldn't catch up to me. This time, it took the appearance of Josh, his teeth snarling and jaw snapping as he growled."Give me what I deserve!"Panting wildly, I weaved through the woods, my vision blurred by tears as I struggled to escape him, but he was so close, too close.."I'm going to catch you, Valerie."A scream erupted from my lips as his hand caught my hair, yanking me backwards with so much force, I felt the air knock out of my chest.His canines extended and claws trailed on my skin. "Give up, Valerie. You can't run anymore."And then he bit down on my neck, causing a gut wrenching scream to tear out of my throat. The feeling of being shaken awake brought me back to the present."Wake up Valerie. You're safe. Wake up!"A gasp left my throat as I woke up with a start, and I sprang up, pushing away from the hands on my skin."Leave me alone!" I roared, my vision blurred by tears, and my chest pumpin
KADENStraightening my suit jacket and shooting myself one last look in the floor-length mirror ardoning my room, I walked out with my briefcase in hand, heading to the direction of the car.but my legs had other plans, and I saw myself headed towards the direction of a particular person's room. I had no idea why my efforts to hate her weren't working.I've been constantly drawn towards her, and it's beginning to seem like I didn't hate her, but I did. I hate her so much, but I don't have any idea why all I wanted to see feel and breathe was her.it was the mate bond. I could feel it. Our closeness was getting to me. they did say the closer mates were, the more the mate bond grew stronger. Then that's the solution. I had to stay away. but first, I just need to check up on her to see if she hasn't run away yet.Approaching Valerie's room with conflicted emotions, I was intercepted by the last person I wanted to see after what happened yesterday. fiona. I let out a sigh as she smiled
ValerieAngry doesn't begin to describe what I was as I eyed Kaden and Fiona and their extremely close proximity. I could hear hearts racing, and the sight left a bad taste in my mouth.Why was I angry? That was the one question I kept asking myself as I shot them a disgusted look and turned back into my room, trying my best to keep my cool.Fiona was a snake. An ugly disgusting stupid snake. I guess Josh wasn't enough for her, and now that he's out of the picture, she wants Kaden. Who after him now that he has stupidly fallen for her manipulative moves?Grey? Ansel?Anger filled me the more as I glared the flower pot filled with tulips, and I wanted nothing more than to fling it apart.Fuck you Fiona. Fuck you Kaden.I stormed up to the tulips, my hands itching to tear something apart. But they were too beautiful. whoever gave the instruction of putting them here knew me so well and my weakness for tulips.I turned away from it angrily. Well fuck them. I hate these men. Nothing they
VALERIE Not leave the house? Who the fuck does he think was to tell me not to leave- Thats it. I'm done sitting prettily waiting around for nothing. Today, I would leave the house. They could go crazy for all I care, but I'm leaving this house today.Of course I would return, but they had to know they didn't own me in any way. I would do what I wanted when I wanted. they want me to live here, that I would, but every other thing would be according to my terms.spotting a wicked smile, I scrambled off my bed, but as the big question, 'Where would I go?' came to my mind, my smile fell off quicker than I could think.I had no friends. Being a loner because I was constantly bullied by the Alphas and Fiona, people stayed away from me like the plague, avoiding me like I had a virus.no one wanted to be my friend. No one had the guts.Sighing, I walked back to my bed in shame.Guess I would just do how my Alphas commanded.My whole body was against that. I refuse to.Springing off my bed a
VALERIE Ansel and I both stared at Skylar in shock as the words left her mouth, and her eyes darted between the two of us. She rolled her eyes, folding her arms. "Oh I see what's happening here.""Cousins?" I blurted out, still trying to wrap my mind around that.My eyes darted to Ansel's, ignoring the blush that crept u to my lips as he stared at me with confusion written all over his face."She's your cousin?"I instantly felt stupid as he nodded slowly at the stupid question that left my lips, while I struggled with myself. I really thought she was his girlfriend. But they were just cousins?And what she said about-I gasped, ny hand flying to cover my mouth as my face heated on its own accord. "We aren't in laws!"Skylar roared with laughter at my out burst, while Ansel's eyes gleamed with mischief."What's so wrong with her being your in law, little wolf? Does the idea of being with us irk you that much?""Yes! You guys are pigs!"Skylar's laugher doubled, and I rolled my eyes
AnselAs I walked away from Valerie and my nosy cousin, a stirring occurred in my chest, one that gas been happening way too often when I was around her. It wasn't a coincidence. She was causing it, but I didn't like it.This just deepens my need to get rid of her. without my brothers knowledge, of course. Neither of them wanted to let go. They claim to hate her, but only i know the signs because I have felt love once. At least, what seemed like love. I was fifteen and weak. A phase in my life I would fight heaven, and he'll make sure stays buried forever.She caused Ansel to die. This Ansel would never let another woman come close to hurting him.She would be gone before she knew it, and that was what would happen to Valerie.Oh no, I wouldn't kill her if I don't need to. she was connected to our destinies.But i would make sure we never see her again.Before she ruins my brothers and I. kaden didn't notice. He was obsessive. That was his flaw. He hyperfixates, then becomes obsessed
VALERIE"Are you telling me you do not have a single lingerie here? wait, do you even know how a lingerie looks?"Skyler, my self-proclaimed best friend who I just met a few minutes ago, yelled as she destroyed my closet, making it resemble the aftermath of an elephant stampede in the jungle.I rolled my eyes as I snacked on some cookies I found in my cupboard. she was such a drama queen. What the fuck woykd I need lingerie for? I had no love interest, and I'm so not dressing up in that way for her stupid cousins to see.If they wanted to see a half-naked woman juts for therm, I'm sure Fiona woykd be happy enough to give them a show."Stop ignoring me, you." She threw a shoe at me, but I expertly dodged, years of things been thrown at me have finally come in handy.She peeled herself from the floor where she sat in the closet, and ran towards me with so much speed, making sure I couldn't avoid her as she crashed into me like a sea diver."ughh, what do you want?" I groaned as I attem
GREYI delivered another punch to the dummy head, and if it was human or a wolf, it would have been long dead by now because of the force I was hitting the head with.I was supposed to be torturing that useless beta in the cell underground for hurting my mate, but after seeing what I saw at the border just an hour ago, I feared that I would kill him if I saw him.my head whirled with thoughts and contemplations.who dared to kill my most trusted men? my friends?A grunt tore from my lips as I kicked the dummy head, causing it to snap back.who dares to cut off all their heads in my pack, yo show they are more powerful than I was?Another anger filled grunt left my lips as the dummy snapped back.Those guards weren't just guards, or my men. They were my friends. I knew their mates.A grunt left my lips one more time, but this time the head of the dummy flew off, exposing the white stuffing, but instead of the stuffing I could only see red line the blood that flowed from the bodies of m
Scott and Skylar were back from their weekend away, and I was happy to see them. They were the only good part of waking up this morning, given that I had cried myself to sleep the night before. But my pretense didn’t take me far, as Skylar immediately figured out something was wrong the minute she saw me.“What did my stupid cousins do now?” she groaned, pulling me into a tight hug. Scott shot me a sympathetic look as he brought their things out of the car, handing them to a maid who then took them to their suite.I let out a sigh, reveling in the embrace I had with Skylar. “Nothing I can't handle. I'll be fine.”Skylar pulled away, her caring eyes studying my face. “You are too good for those assholes. What unhealed part of you is attached to them?”“All of me, unfortunately. Now, off to resume being assistants to them. I have to join Grey on the training grounds, and I'm already five minutes late.” I didn’t want to give Grey the satisfaction of making me seem incompetent, especially
Ansel groaned into my mouth as he deepened the kiss, hungry, like his life depended on it. I opened my mouth a bit more, giving him all the access he needed. My palms pressed against his chest, feeling his heart pounding wildly under them.My hands slid from his chest into his hair, gripping the long, dirty blonde strands and tugging, pulling him closer. I could barely breathe. How I missed him—his taste, his touch, his scent. My head felt light as he moaned into my mouth, his hands roaming my body, his fingers leaving sparks in their wake. Heat pooled in my core as he bit my lip before pulling back, brushing my hair behind my neck. His warm mouth and hot breath on my skin sent a moan tumbling from my lips.“Fuck, Valerie. You make me lose control,” he groaned against my neck, his hands reaching the hem of my top.My hands mirrored his, pulling his shirt off. I didn’t want to rip it like he always liked.I took a moment to admire his beautiful chest, my fingers teasing one of his nipp
AnselIts been two days since i last saw Valerie, but everytime i closed my eyes, i saw her. It made no sense. Was this Sorcery? I just met this woman ans she was all i could think of! My wolf didnt even majke it easier for me as he wanted her more than anything. It made no sense to me.But i couldnt stop. I wnated her. I needed her. But i couldnt have her so i decided to distract myself.And what better way than doing the one thing i knew i was good at?I could hear the screams of the rogues as i approached the dungeons. The criminals and monsters in the cages shivered as they saw me walk in, terrified to their limbs at what i was capable of. The king of death, they called me.Which was beffiting, because everytime i walked in here, people died. Most times they deserved to.The man responsible for the dungeons and the criminals, Dean, bowed as i entered the dungeons, noting the whole place.“Your highness.” He gruffly greeted, his huge form bigger and taller than mine, but i was stil
ValerieAll stares were on us because of Kaden and Elara, the Alpha with a baby, and a woman beside him was sure to bring in stares. The pack members shot different glances our way, different expressions crossing their faces. Some of curiosity, some of shock, Kaden almost never comes here, and even few of jealousy.But Kaden did not spare them even a single glance as he put Elara on his chiselled chest, and ate his fries silently, while i wondered how this stoic man, loved me more than life before this all happened. This whole experience makes me realise how lucky i was because they worshipped the ground i walked on.I had to get that back. Elara, awake again, cooed at him, and he flashed her one of his rare dimpled smiles. I was suddenly jealous of my own daughter.Kaden caught my gaze and his flickered to my plate which was practically untouched. His eyes met mine again. “Why aren't you eating?”I blinked once, and my face reddened as i realize he caught me staring, again. “Uhm…” I
ValerieThe week flew by faster than i could imagine, after all the drama, it was nice to have this day off to just be with my baby, and a break from her dads who had no idea that they were living lies.That was my fault. Butr people are allowed to make mistakes now, arent they?Skylar, Scott and dennis went back to Scott’s mansion for the weekend, leaving just Elara and i , and i decided to run errands today. Elara ws lacking some baby clothes and food, and even though i knew i could send a maid to get these items, i just wanted to leave the pack house. I needed to feel like I could live a little, even if it was just for a few hours.I placed Elara in her carrier and secured her snugly as I made my way to the car. She looked up at me with those wide, innocent eyes, and for a second, I could almost forget about the complicated mess my life had become. I had a baby to care for, and that was the one thing that kept me grounded. She was my world.The sun was shining, and it seemed like a
ValerieGrey mostly worked on the training grounds, so settled for something fitting for that. I wore a tank top, with shorts, and trainers. I packed my hair into a high ponytail and headed to the pack’s training grounds. I didnt want to overthink this. This verson of Grey hated me and liked Ramona, it was that simple.I just need to make him realise there was something under the hatred. Something, anything at all. Now i knew where i stood with Ansel and Kaden, alhough blurry.But all i knew was that Ramona had a claws in him. And i had to ply those claws out no matter what.The sounds of sparring and sharp commands greeted me as I approached the training grounds. Grey’s voice, authoritative rang out above the noise. The sight of him gave me pause—shirtless, sweat glistening on his skin as he demonstrated a series of combat moves to a group of warriors. His sharp gaze and controlled movements were a reminder of the Grey I had once known, the one who had been my fiercest protector an
ValerieMy heart thumped in my chest as I stared up at Kaden who’s eyes were boring into my soul, thinking of a million ways to answer the question. How did he know his memories were cleared? How did he even know enough to suspect me? How do I reply to him?“I’m not hiding anything, Kaden… i didn't realise you couldn't remember anything. I'm just meeting you… i’m so lost.” i lied through my teeth, hoping he couldn't hear my heart rattling harshly against my ribcage.He narrowed his gaze, studying me intently, boring holes into my face as he searched for the truth. I schooled my emotions, hoping i gave nothing away. After moments that felt like an eternity, he pulled away, his jaw clenched hard as he glared out of the window.I held my breath, my mind reeling from this discovery. How much did he know? Kaden’s silence was more unnerving than the question. His jaw tightened, the veins in his neck standing out like they did when he was livid. My breath hitched, but I refused to let the
ValerieI couldn't stop thinking about how Ansel’s body reacted to me, but that stopped when I realized i forgot my watch in his room.“Ugh you just had to forget your watch didnt you?” I chastised myself. It was already ten minutes since i left the room, and the last thing I wanted now was to be near him. I may love him, but he wasn't the Ansel i knew right now.I headed back to his room, steeling myself against any harsh insults or hated gaze he may throw my way, but as i approached his door, i was stopped in my tracks.Ramona was leaving his room, and she cleaned the corner of her lips as her gaze landed on mine.“Hey you,” She gave a sly smirk as she walked towards me. I bit my tongue from asking her what she was looking for in Ansel’s room, and i just kept walking past her.But her next words caused me to freeze in my steps.“Those Alphas actually taste the way they look.” she whispered to me. “Delicious.” she winked.My heart sank, the words hitting me like a punch to the gut. D
Ansel“Fuck!” I roared, slamming my fist into the mirror. Glass shards flew, tinkling as they hit the floor. My knuckles bled, but I didn’t care. The pain was a welcome distraction from the chaos swirling inside me.Why did she have to look at me like that? Like she wasn’t afraid. Like she didn’t care that she was standing on the edge of a knife, with me ready to push her off. That defiance in her eyes—it was maddening.I stared at the broken mirror, my fractured reflection glaring back at me. My chest heaved as I tried to steady my breathing, but it was no use. Every time I closed my eyes, I saw her. That smirk. That fucking skirt. The way she had the audacity to clean my tools, my sanctuary, like she belonged there. Like she knew me.She didn’t.She couldn’t.I ran a hand through my hair, pacing the room like a caged animal. She wasn’t supposed to be here, wasn’t supposed to worm her way back into my head But now, everywhere I turned, she was there, pulling at the parts of me I thou