Jace's POVAs I approached the water, a sinking feeling intensified. There, by the pond, sat Bella. But she wasn't alone—in the arms of another guy. My jaw clenched, and anger boiled beneath the surface."What the hell, Bella?" I muttered to myself, my heart pounding with a mix of jealousy and fury. I couldn't tear my eyes away, as if the sight was etching itself into my memory.Trying to mask the turmoil within, I forced a casual tone. "Well, well, look who's found company by the water. Didn't expect to see you here, Bella."Bella turned to me, a mixture of surprise and irritation in her eyes. "Jace, please stay away from me."The guy beside her shot me a challenging look. "Can't you see we're busy? Look, man, you heard her already, she doesn't want to see you, so stay away."Ignoring the guy like he didn't exist, I focused my attention on Bella. "Bella, please, just give me a chance to explain."She shook her head, frustration evident. "I don't want to speak with you, Jace."The guy
Bella's POV"Enough of this madness already," Jace declared with frustration and anger. He turned his attention to Brent. "Brent, leave this pack immediately. You're not welcome here."Brent shot him a challenging look, a defiant smirk playing on his lips. "Unless what? What are you going to do if I don't leave, tough guy?"I couldn't believe the chaos unfolding before me, Jace and Brent on the brink of a confrontation. I rushed in between them just in time, my frustration boiling over."Enough!" I yelled, the force of my voice cutting through the tension. "You two are acting like overgrown kids. I have too much on my mind right now, and the last thing I need is babysitting two grown men with inflated egos."Just as I screamed, Matthew and Fredo, who were passing by at a distance, overheard my voice and rushed over.Matthew turned his attention to Jace, questioning with a furrowed brow, "What's going on here, bro?"Jace instantly replied in a defensive tone, "None of your business and
Jace's POVThe bar's dim lights offered a sanctuary as I angrily walked in, seeking solace in the familiar atmosphere. I took a seat, the worn leather creaking beneath me, and the bartender, a seasoned pack member, approached with a knowing look."Young Alpha, you seem tensed, and I know just what you need," he said, his tone a mixture of sympathy and understanding.Before I could respond, he swiftly returned with a shot glass filled with an unfamiliar mixture. I glanced at it briefly, contemplating, but the frustration within me didn't leave room for second thoughts. I picked up the glass and downed its contents in one go.Surprisingly, it tasted good—strong enough to distract me from the chaos outside. I flashed the bartender a brief smile and said, "Bring me the full bottle."Moments later, the bartender returned with the bottle, and I took another gulp, letting the fiery liquid burn away the edges of my anger.As I sat there, alone with my thoughts, I couldn't shake off the irrita
Jace's POVThe hardened expression on my father's face reflected the severity of the situation. His grip tightened as he declared, "Kill her immediately. Chop her into pieces and have her sent to them in a wooden box. We don't want any trouble."I stood up, locking eyes with my father in a daring confrontation. The air crackled with tension as I spoke, my voice firm, "You would have to kill me first."Hearing those defiant words, my father shot me a look that could have pierced steel. "What is it that I just heard you say, son? Have you lost your mind?" he questioned, his tone laced with anger and disbelief.I maintained my stand, avoiding his gaze by tilting my head sideways. "I think I have," I replied, my voice steady and unyielding.His temper flared, and my father barked, "You must be mad to think that you can challenge me over a stupid omega.""I'm not trying to challenge you, Dad," I asserted, my expression still hardened. "All I'm saying is that it's unfair to condemn her to d
Jace's POVThe courtyard remained in a stifling silence after the call with Alpha Diablo. Beta Ryan, the tension evident in his every step, cautiously approached my father. His question hung heavily in the air, "You know he's going to find out eventually. What are we going to do, Alpha?""Shut up, let me think," my father barked impatiently, his forehead beaded with sweat as the weight of the situation pressed down on us.An agonizing hour passed in silence, the courtyard standing witness to the collective anxiety. Finally, my father spoke, his gaze distant as he contemplated the perilous path ahead. "I've met a lot of bloodthirsty people in my life, but none of them comes close to Diablo he's the worst of them all. He once suspected his mate to be cheating on him with a pack warrior, he didn't even bother to confirm if it was true or false he simply strangled them both to death with his bare hands. He would have killed that boy too, but he was his biological son, and since he was get
Jace's POVAs Bella stood before me, I couldn't resist the pull of desire. I pulled her into a passionate kiss, my fingers tracing the curves of her body. The intensity of the moment heightened, and just as swiftly, I withdrew, surprising Bella. Concern etched her features as she asked, "What's the matter, Jace? Don't you want me anymore?"I reached into the closet, retrieving a robe to cover her body. "I do I want you more than the air I breathe, but not like this, Bella. This is not the way I pictured our first night to be."Covering her nakedness with the robe, Bella's confusion surfaced. "I don't understand you, Jace. How did you picture it?"Seating her on the bed, I explained, "On the day I take over the alpha position – remember, my father promised to hand over the alpha position to me when I find my mate – I was hoping to mark her on that same night, besides you're not in the right state of health, especially after the beating you received from those losers."Bella took a de
Jace's POVReturning to the lounge, my mind was deep in contemplation over the argument with my father. I was definitely worked up, no matter how hard I tried to cover it.As soon as I stepped into the room, Bella, who was now awake, noticed my expression. She approached gently teasing, "What's the matter, baby? No good morning kiss for me?"I couldn't help but flash a big smile at Bella as I leaned in, placing a kiss on her forehead. Even though I wanted to be angry, I just couldn't. It was a huge challenge for me to be angry when she smiled at me with her big beautiful eyes. I looked into her eyes with a loving gaze "You know that I love you, right?"Bella responded smiling through her eyes , "Yes." She said as she wrapped her hands around me.playing with my beard she she locked eyes with me she questioned, "What's the matter, baby? You know you can tell me anything."I sighed, brushing her hair gently. "It's just pack business my dear , nothing serious .Well the truth is my fathe
Jace pov."Since you've refused to reject Bella, well, you can keep her as a side bitch, I have no problem with that. I was just discussing with Alpha Jack of the Red Wolf Pack, pairing you and his beautiful daughter together as a couple since she's yet to find her mate. You'll love her when you see her; she's beautiful, not like that good-for-nothing omega girl."I glared at my father, a mix of anger and disbelief in my eyes as I responded, "Read my lips, Dad. I said I am not interested."My father got up from his seat, glaring back at me. "Dinner is at 8:00 p.m. this evening. If you miss it, you won't believe I'm your father."I couldn't help but break character for a minute, as I burst out into laughter saying, "Oh really, Dad? It's so sad that you still think threats have any effect on me at this point."My dad got irritated by the laughter and lost his composure, barking out, "Well, guess what, Jace? If you think you're so out of control, guess who isn't—your stupid omega girl Bel
BELLA’S POV The next day, I woke up to see that Jace wasn’t in the room as well. Already, his attitude since he came back from the war, was beginning to piss me off.I had waited for a few minutes, and hadn’t seen him, so I decided to go to the living room to check on him. On getting to the living room, I walked down to the kitchen, only to find him, making breakfast. This made my cheeks, flush, and burn.“I’m making breakfast, my lady. And it is done. It’s just for me to serve it.”I blushed, and covered my mouth as I wanted to cover how much I was blushing. “I never expected you to cook.” I said, with a smile, which revealed my teeth.“I know, right? But I was trying to make up for last night. I know I acted so strange, but I was really tired. So, I’ll be making up, this way.” He said, and winked at me.I felt an adrenaline rush through my veins, and the way I stared at him, I could tell something was going to go on. I could see it in his eyes, already.Then the atmosphere around u
BELLA’S POVIt had been two days now, and Bianca had been coming to our pack, without being stopped. Although, it was for the alliance reasons, but I wasn’t still okay with her presence.The evening breeze blew past me, softly, and I let out a sigh.“Hey. How long have you been here?” Jace asked as he wrapped his arm, around my waist. “Maybe an hour or two.” I responded with a smile, and then he gave me a kiss on my check. “Oh, really? I’ve been looking everywhere for you, but it didn’t come to my mind to check on this place.” Jace uttered, with a smile on his face.“Oh, really? Well, I’ve been here, sine you’ve been really busy with planning the war, with Bianca and her people.” I said, and looked back at the sky.“Hmm. Honey, I know you still aren’t comfortable with her presence, but if it’s left to me, I think she is much better, now. She isn’t giving this antagonistic vibe, anymore, neither is she trying to seduce me. So, I’ll say you should endure until the war is over, and I’m
BIANCA’S POVOn my way home in my car, I felt my heart grow sour. Recalling the way Jace had placed power in Bella’s hands, made my hatred grow for her, more and more. She didn’t deserve that power, neither did she deserve to be respected.I was trying my best to be calm, but just getting into my car, the pretense and the restrain I put in my anger, set loose. I was literally burning in anger. On getting to my home, I headed to my room, in great and sharp strides. On getting to my room, I threw away all the things that I kept on my table, and then kicked the table, as well.“Ahhh!” I screamed out in anger. “Shit!” I cursed out loud. That wasn’t enough to cool my temper, so, I removed my bed cover in anger, and threw it on the floor. As it fell to the floor, I began to stomp on it, like I was trying to rip into pieces with my toe, claws.Then my door flung open immediately, and Lyla dashed in.She walked up to me, and held my shoulders, then looked into my eyes.“I heard about how th
BELLA’S POVThe sun shone brightly on my skin as I stood at the balcony, with the intent of taking in Vitamin D. Even the sun’s brightness complemented my happy mood. To be able to overcome darkness or your enemy was one thing which made one feel very happy.Many people had always thought of Theresa to be the strongest witch, but ever since I came into the picture, that label had been washed off her.“Good morning, my love.” I heard Jac greet me as he walked into the balcony.And just before I could turn to look at him, his arms wrapped around me, and I felt butterflies fluttering in my stomach. All of me just wanted to snuggle in his arms, and if possible, become one with him.“Good morning, honey. How was your night?” I asked, with a smile as I looked at his hands which were knotted right below my breasts.“It was great, thanks to my love, who slept by my side.” Jace responded, and I couldn’t help but feel a burning sensation in my cheek.“Aww… that’s so sweet to hear. Well, how abo
BELLA’S POV“Never will I listen to your advice of giving in to failure.” I spoke with, confidence and a mix of anger.How dare she try to make me give up on people who had accepted me, and tell me to live alone, starting all over again, in looking for people who would accept me the way I am?I formed my hands into a ball, although, they didn’t connect. Then I could feel power emanating from my hands. Great power, and it was surging from inside of me. All I just wanted to do was to unleash it on Theresa, and most especially, Bianca.The power was building up, and finally! A great power, rested in my hands, and I was ready to throw it like a ball when Theresa created a force field that covered them like a transparent ball. But I wasn’t going to stop. I directed a force at them, and from the look of it, my mother seemed to be struggling, trying to endure the power force I lashed on them, and then I noticed she looked back at Bianca, like she was saying something.What could she be sayi
BELLA’S POV“Never will I listen to your advice of giving in to failure.” I spoke with, confidence and a mix of anger. How dare she try to make me give up on people who had accepted me, and tell me to live alone, starting all over again, in looking for people who would accept me the way I am?I formed my hands into a ball, although, they didn’t connect. Then I could feel power emanating from my hands. Great power, and it was surging from inside of me. All I just wanted to do was to unleash it on Theresa, and most especially, Bianca. The power was building up, and finally! A great power, rested in my hands, and I was ready to throw it like a ball when Theresa created a force field that covered them like a transparent ball. But I wasn’t going to stop. I directed a force at them, and from the look of it, my mother seemed to be struggling, trying to endure the power force I lashed on them, and then I noticed she looked back at Bianca, like she was saying something. What could she be sa
BIANCA’S POVI couldn’t let Jace get away with what he did, dumping me like that like a piece of trash. Even if what we had agreed on, was no longer valid, he ought to fear how capable our pack was, of destroying him. To think that he was going to have a mating ceremony very soon, got me angrier. What effrontery!But then, I wanted to get his pack into ruins to an extent that it would never be able to rise again, and to do that, I needed something more powerful than the physical. To achieve that, I would probably need the help of a witch.Considering the fact that they had a witch in their midst, which was none other than Bella, I had to also get a powerful witch who would be able to defeat her, and that’s also none other than Theresa, her mother.What was interesting about this, was the fact that both mother and daughter were going to war against each other, and with what I have heard, Theresa doesn’t want to acknowledge Bella as her daughter, so that was to our advantage.“Come clos
BELLA'S POVI wondered what Matthew had called Jace for, but it was obvious it was for pack issues. It was expected that he would have to sort out some things; especially after the zombie invasion and what had transpired between him and the Red Wolf Pack.Knowing the Red Wolf Pack, I just hoped that things were going to go smoothly, and there wouldn't be any cause for alarm or sort.It had been almost thirty minutes and I was beginning to think if I should just quit waiting for him and lie on the bed until I sleep off. I wouldn't want to distract him from doing his pack duties. Everyone looked up to him as the Alpha, so he had to live up to their expectations and plan the best for them.Just when I made move to lie on the bed, the door opened and I looked towards the door."I'm sorry I delayed you a bit." Jace apologized as he walked up to me, and joined me sitting on the bed."Oh, it's fine. You're now the Alpha, and the one everyone is looking up to, so I should understand all the
JACE’S POV“Jace, please believe me. He…He tried to rape me” Bianca pleaded as she followed me through the hallways which led to the living room.“Oh, shut it, Bianca! Who cuddles with a rapist? He tried to rape you or you already both had the sex.” I voiced out, feeling irritated by the lies she was spitting out.I didn’t really give a damn about her explanation or what really transpired between them. It was time to do the necessary, since everything had now come to an end.“Is there something wrong?” The Alpha of the Red Wolf asked as I got to the living room.They had all settled down since everything was over, and now at peace.“I’ve come here to make an important correction.” I said as I stood firmly.He looked at me like he , like he was trying to read my mind then he drifted his eyes to look at Bianca.“I’ll be ending the contract with you. Since Alpha Diablo is dead, there is no need for me to get myself entangled with her. We can now go our separate ways.” I stated, and a loo