CHAPTER 17QUINN POV“Couldn’t they have gone a little easier on your makeup? Now I have to walk around with you looking like a circus act.” He sighed, running his fingers through his hair, while I rolled my eyes so hard I almost pulled a muscle.“And just when I was about to thank you for catching me before I fell flat on my face back there…” I said, staring out the car window like it held all the answers, not interested in engaging with Alpha Perrin. “By the way, I saw how you were staring at me back there. If anything, you looked smitten.”“Smitten?” He scoffed, looking at me like I just suggested we take a trip to the moon. “I stare when I’m appalled, not when I’m admiring. Don’t get it twisted.”The urge to strangle him was like a sweet, sweet melody in my head, but I restrained myself. Barely…He had been surprisingly chill with me lately, letting my sharp tongue fly without much backlash. But I knew why, he needed me for his legs, or whatever. Who knows what he would have don
QUINN POV How long has he been standing there? Just how much has he heard? A chill ran down my spine as I stared at Alpha Perrin’s face. He was waiting patiently waiting for me to explain myself. What am I going to do? What should I say? My mind was blank, my body frozen in place. My heart pounded so fast it didn't feel normal. “I asked a question. I expect an answer.” His tone was with impatience, his voice sharp as he repeated himself, waiting for one of us to break. I swallowed hard, my thoughts spiraling out of control. If he knew, if he figured out the truth, that he had married the wrong sister—he would burn our entire pack to the ground. He would destroy everything. From the stories I have heard and from my own brief experience with him, Perrin did not tolerate deception, betrayal, or mistakes. And this? This was all three in one. “I will ask one more time.” His voice was darker now, the calm slipping away as his frustration grew. “What were you talking about
Quinn pov “Oh, my dear, we are horrible parents. I know…” my mother cried as she pulled away from the hug, tears streaming down her face as she looked at me. “I know nothing we say can truly earn your forgiveness, but the least we can do is say we are sorry for everything,” she said, wiping her tear-streaked face. I took a deep breath, trying to process everything. What was going on? Why were my parents suddenly being so nice to me? I had so many questions, but none that I could get a clear answer to at that moment. So I just stood there, staring in absolute confusion. “How have you been?” my mother asked as she gently grabbed my hand, sniffing back her tears. “Have you been okay at least? I know it must have been really hard for you, but you don’t look bad. If anything, you look nice, so I assume that evil Alpha has been lenient with you…” “Don’t say that,” my father interrupted, looking at me with an affection I had never been given before. “She might look physically okay
QUINN POV "Are you sure you should be drinking that much, ma’am?" the barman at the far corner of the party asked. I ignored him, taking another drink and drowning into intoxication. My alcohol tolerance was rock bottom—horrible, to be more precise. I knew drinking this much wouldn’t sit right with my body, but at that very moment, I could barely care. I needed to forget. Forget the torment. Forget the horrible memories flooding my mind. I needed a desperate escape from reality. "Can I have another one?" I asked, holding up my empty cup and waiting patiently for him to pour me something else. "Ma’am..." He leaned in closer, his voice dropping to a whisper. "I am sure you have noticed—this is a private party for elites across various packs. The fact that you are here means you are important. And trust me, you want to keep that noble image of yours. Alcohol probably isn’t the best idea right now." "What are you saying?" I slurred, my words thick and clumsy. My vision
Quinn pov “What the hell is going on here?” he said coldly, walking closer with no expression on his face. The entire party froze. No one moved. Everyone stood still as Alpha Perrin closed the distance between us, his eyes raking over my mother. She immediately lowered her hand, recoiling in fear. “I will ask again. What is going on?” he said, his voice patient but firm. Something about him sent a weird, creepy chill through me. He was serious—so serious that it made my skin prickle with fear.“Just family matters, Alpha Perrin…” my father suddenly said. “Actually, I don’t know what came over my daughter, Quinn. She had too much to drink and suddenly started attacking her sister. My wife and I were just trying to diffuse the situation.” “Diffuse the situation by hitting my wife?” Perrin asked, his tone growing even more serious—more intimidating, more dangerous. Did he just call me his wife too? “Not exactly hitting…” my mother said quickly. “It was more like scolding. I ju
PERRIN POVThis feeling, this intense, unbearable craving… It hit me out of nowhere, knocking the breath from my lungs. What the hell was happening to me? Seeing her earlier today in that dress, fuck.. That dress had done something to me. I hadn’t been able to stop looking, wanting, imagining what was underneath. And now? Now she was sitting next to me, and I wanted to ruin her. Her scent was messing with my head, making my body burn in ways I couldn’t explain. I needed her closer, needed to feel her against me, under me, everywhere. She had kissed me first, and I swear I lost all control; I wanted more.My fingers slid to the back of her neck, gripping gently as I pulled her in. The moment our lips touched, a groan rumbled from deep inside me. Fuck, she tasted good. Better than I imagined, sweet, soft, sinful. My tongue pushed past her lips, teasing, claiming, devouring. She whimpered, melting against me, and I nearly lost my mind. "You taste like cherries," I murmured a
QUINN POVDamn... I winced in my half-asleep state, shifting uncomfortably in bed as I tried to understand the pounding pain in my head. Sunlight slipped through the windows, hitting my face directly. At the same time, Nausea rose in my throat, making it impossible to function properly. “Help…” I mumbled, still half-asleep, the headache throbbing deep in my skull. It was overwhelming, unlike anything I had felt before. “I see you are awake,” a familiar voice said suddenly. Slowly, I opened my eyes, only to be blinded by the bright rays streaming through the curtains. I quickly shut them again, using my hand to block the light while my vision adjusted. “What’s going on?” I asked groggily, sitting up and running my fingers through my hair. My breath caught when I saw Alpha Perrin sitting across from me, his expression serious. My stomach dropped. What had I done to deserve such a cold stare this early in the morning? “I have been waiting for you to wake up,” he said icil
QUINN POV Too much was happening at once, and my brain was struggling to keep up. The council expected Perrin and me to be locked in a room for three days, doing nothing but breeding like animals. Three days of relentless intimacy to ensure I got pregnant with the future heir. And what happens when they realize that is never going to happen? That the moment I fix Perrin’s legs, I am out of here? "You look deep in thought, my queen. Something troubling you?" Fiona asked, eyeing me with concern. I forced myself to swallow the lump in my throat. "Drop the 'my queen,' Fiona. Just Quinn is fine." She hesitated, lips pressing together like she wanted to argue, but she let it go. I inhaled and asked, "Let’s say a queen doesn’t get pregnant after those three days. What happens to her?" Fiona's expression darkened instantly. "Nothing good." Her voice dropped into a near whisper as she leaned closer, glancing around like someone might be eavesdropping despite it being ju
QUINN'S POVWe all watched Gianna as she took a bite of the food. My heart pounded so hard I could hear it in my ears. Any second now, she would start choking or clutching her stomach in agony. Something dramatic. Anything.But nope. She just chewed, swallowed, and then had the audacity to look straight at us like we were the crazy ones.“Are you happy now?” she asked, raising an eyebrow.Wait what?My stomach dropped. This wasn’t right. Fiona swore there was poison in the food. Was I losing my mind? Did she lie?I glanced at Alpha Perrin, hoping for some kind of reaction, but all I got was his usual cold expression. “See?” he said, leaning back like he had all the time in the world. “Told you. Gianna would never poison you. You stress yourself out for nothing.”I whipped my head toward him, my frustration bubbling over. “No. I know what I heard. What I saw. She tried to poison me. Let’s just wait a little longer.”I folded my arms and stared at Gianna, waiting for something, anythin
QUINN'S POV I was worried to the marrow. The way Fiona had suddenly barged in, and then she looked agitated.“Speak Fiona. What's the problem? What happened to you?” I shook her a bit when she didn't speak up.That seems to do the moment.“Just a few minutes ago, I heard Gianna speaking to someone..”“Okay. What did you hear her say to this person?” I sat upright, my heart pounding against my chest.“She.. she is planning on poisoning you…”“What?” My eyes bulged, the words hitting me in the chest. Fiona nodded her head. “That's right. She's plotting to poison you, and I'm absolutely sure they're going to go on with this plan of theirs soon.”Heat brewed in me. I became uncomfortable, rising quickly to my feet. My feet moved across the room, pacing.“Are you sure you heard right?” I couldn't help but ask even though I knew how stupid it sounded.She nodded. “Of course. I even saw her with both eyes of mine.”I bit at my lower lips, my mind racing with worry. I tried thinking of wha
Quinn's POV I froze.Did he just say what I think he said? My brain short-circuited, my body going stiff as my eyes stayed locked on Alpha Perrin.What the hell? Where was this coming from?It was so sudden, so out of nowhere, that my throat went dry. I swallowed hard, trying to force some moisture back into my mouth.“What… What are you even talking about?” My voice came out shaky, my heart pounding like a damn drum. Was it possible for a heart to actually explode? Because mine was giving it a damn good shot.Perrin didn’t blink. His sharp gaze burned into me like he could see straight through my skin, through my bones, all the way to my soul.“You know exactly what I am talking about, Quinn.” His voice was smooth, almost amused. “You are not actually your father’s first daughter, are you?”I jerked back slightly, blinking fast. “What?” A laugh bubbled up my throat, but it came out forced. “Of course, I am. What kind of weird question is that?”Perrin chuckled, but it wasn’t the fri
Quinn's POV The door to the room suddenly flung open. I raised my head, curious as to who it was..Alpha Perrin sauntered in, his face long and stern. His feet dragged against the floor, creating a loud upsetting noise.I hissed, irritated by his presence. How dare he come to me after all that's happened?“What brings you here, Alpha Perrin? You shouldn't be here.” The words traced out of my lips before I realized it.He exhaled, his face falling with annoyance.Without uttering a word, he sat next to me, feigning a smile. His face? It made my belly twist into a knot.I gulped down saliva, still uncomfortable with his presence. I was shaken from all that had happened, and it was quite visible.It sure would take a while before I regained myself. That was certain.My hands and feet- they shook hard like I had just walked out of an ice cold bath. Emotions clouded my thoughts, and all I could do was stare into oblivion. My feet tapped against the floor as I remained quiet.The only sou
QUINN POVKnowing Gianna, I knew she wasn’t one to bluff. I tried to keep my cool, but fear had already wrapped its icy fingers around me."Why wait until nightfall? If you are going to do it, just get it over with now."She smirked, tilting her head. "Aww, eager to die, are we? But where is the fun in that? No drama, no suspense? That would be so boring."The air felt heavy, my heartbeat pounding like a war drum. The thought of dying sent chills down my spine. No. I couldn’t die. No matter what."Well," she continued, her voice filled with amusement. "I am feeling generous today. So, I am giving you another option. Think of it as my way of being merciful to you and that pathetic excuse of a man, Adler."I rolled my eyes. "Can you just get to the point? I’m tired of listening to your whining."Her smile faltered for a second before she scoffed. "Fine. Let’s fight. A real fight."I blinked. "You want to fight me? Seriously? That’s the best you have got? How childish.""Call it chil
Alpha Perrin Having been away from the pack for some time, I was elated to finally return. An important mission made me leave the pack, a few days ago. As Gianna stood before me that very day I prepared to leave, her hands clasped together, I ogled hard at her.She had this look on her face, I couldn't exactly decode. I ignored it like a plague, going on with the main reason why I had summoned.“Gianna,” I began, my voice loud and fierce. “I'll be out of the pack for a few days, and during the time that I shall be away, You would be in charge of the affairs of the pack.”She nodded her head in agreement, smiling at me. “You have got nothing to worry about. The park is in entirely safe and hands.”I smiled back at her, satisfied. She turned and was about to take her leave When something struck within me. “Gianna, Wait a minute.”She halted, resting her gaze on me. “I have a strict warning for you, and knowing kind of person I am, I wouldn't expect you to go against it.”“Speak, I'm
QUINN'S POV I gulped down saliva, hesitant to speak. My eyes flickered as I stared at him.He had a deadly expression, one that managed to push out the hesitation. I exhaled, cleared my throat, and began to speak.“The men!! There were about three of them.” I paused, the memory of the incident gnawing at my chest.“Gianna had ordered me to strip before the guests She had invited for a party, and I refused her order. As punishment, she asked the men to beat me to a pulp.“Damm it!! What exactly has come over Gianna?” he slammed his hands onto the bathtub. “Can you describe these men?”I nodded, “Yes I can. They all are tall and lanky. Heavily built as well.”“You can recognize them if you see them?” “Yes I can. How could I ever forget the faces of those who plunged me in such pain and affliction?” My voice was filled with spite and anger.Alpha Perrin patted me on the shoulders. “I will have this handled as soon as possible. For now, I have something to show you.”My brows furrowed,
QUINN'S POV Alpha Perrin's eyes burned with fury.I wasn't sure I'd ever seen him as upset as he was at that moment.The men bowed at him, their hands shaking uncontrollably. They seemed smitten and had the look of a toddler about to be punished.Soft sobs escaped from my lips, glad that he had arrived at the moment. “Is nobody going to answer me? Or would you rather have me kill you all?” He yelled at the top of his voice, his eyes moving between the men. They shivered in fear, none able to bring themselves to speak. I wiped the tears off my eyes as I tried to get up, but to no avail.Gianna rushed forward, standing right beside him. “Long leave, the Alpha,” She praised, bowing to him as well.Alpha Perrin was totally uninterested. All he wanted from them was an answer, something he wasn't getting at the moment. “I didn’t realize you will be coming in today.” Gianna smiled, rubbing her hands in anxiety.“Would you like something to drink in the main house?” Turning towards her,
QUINN'S POV Seeing what had happened, there was only one option left - to flee.I gathered strength, muttered a few words and raced out of the room. My feet moved swiftly along the interlocked floor, and I was sure to escape this time.“Get her!! If she manages to escape, then you're all dead.’’Guards came on my tail, sprinting quickly behind me. I wasn't sure I could keep up from them for long.“You scheming witch!” A guard cussed as they caught up with me. He was infuriated, his breathing ragged. “Why do you have to stress us out so much?”They dragged me back to the house where Gianna was waiting. She wore a frown over her face like a plaque, her arms clasped together.“Did you really think you could escape from me? Didn't I already make it clear that you're mine.”Gianna moved closer, raised her hand and brought it heavily on my face. I recoiled, almost falling to the floor. The impact was crazy.Quickly, I pulled myself up, standing tall before her. My face bore within to the a