Alpha Perrin POV I scanned the room, my eyes sharp as I looked for Quinn. The party buzzed around me, conversations mixing with laughter, the clink of glasses echoing against the walls. I’d searched the entire hall, asking damn near everyone if they’d seen her, and now I was getting frustrated. Where the hell was she?I spotted her then, standing off to the side near a quiet corner. She wasn’t mingling, wasn’t even pretending to. Just... standing there, staring down at the drink in her hand like it was the only thing keeping her grounded. My jaw clenched. She wasn’t just drinking; she was hiding. I made my way over to her, the people around me fading into the background. As I got closer, she didn’t even look up. I stopped right in front of her, blocking her view of whatever it was that had her so focused. “What are you doing here?” I demanded, my voice low but sharp.She finally lifted her gaze, and for a moment, I didn’t know what to make of her expression. There was a smile on her
Chapter one Quinn's pov“No, no, no!!!” I screamed, joking up from the bed with my hair as rough as it could be. Thick sweat trailed all over my body, and my hands were shaking as though there was no tomorrow. My chase paced as my drumming heart, and it got really hard for me to swallow.“What kind of nightmare is this?” I asked, and just then, I heard a banging sound.“BOOM!” The house shook, making my eyes widen. I immediately threw my legs off the bed, holding on to my nightgown as I rushed out of there with worry in mind.“You’ve got to be kidding me,” I said when I got to the living room. My parents, who were leaders of the pack, were already dressed up in their armor, ready for battle.“Mom, Dad, what's going on?” I said with worry imprinted on my face. However, my mother rushed towards me and grabbed my shoulders.“You better save my daughter. You better!” She urged, pushing me towards the way I came.“Take Laila and carry her to the bunker. Do you hear me?” She asked, and I
Chapter 2Quinn's pov.“You don't need to be scared, he's just a crippled Alpha.” My wolf said.She wasn't wrong. We had heard a lot about the alpha over the past few years, but then one rumor about the reason why he never came out to invade or negotiate with packs was that he was crippled. “Maybe he wants me to be his servant,” I replied to my wolf, trying my best to be still as the vehicle carried us away.My hands were shaking. It was as though my body feared the future. I was trying my best to ensure that I wasn't bothered, but the situation needed fear.“We're here!” One of the guards announced to my hearing, and instead of feeling better about ending the excruciating journey, I wished the journey never ended.The guards helped me out of the car but secured me tightly so I wouldn't run away, and I tried my best not to annoy any of them because there was no one to save me there. My mind only reeled around what my life was going to become.Suddenly, the huge door was pushed open,
Chapter 3Quinn's pov“Well, why isn't she answering?” The audience became demanding. Little did they know that I was about to marry a man I just met.Alpha Perrin cleared his throat, and I raised my eyes to meet his glaring gaze. I knew what he meant, but was it all worth it? Was I really about to remain tied to a stranger for the rest of my life?“Ma'am, you have to answer. Do you take Alpha Perrin to be your lawfully wedded husband?" Even the priest sounded like he was urging me.I swallowed, my eyes being raised to the man who was standing there. He had a serious look on his face as though he was about to skin me alive."Yes!" I screamed hesitantly, or maybe it was the pressure I felt. However, no one seemed to care about it.The elder in that same faith turned to Perrin and asked him the same question. However, the man who had just met me for the very first time didn't hesitate to agree."Yes I do," Perrin answered, his voice firm.Then the elder nodded and continued."In the nam
Chapter 4Quinn's pov I stretched my hands feeling pains all over. My headaches, and so did my eyes.Suddenly, I opened my eyes widened, wanting to see if all I had been. Through was a dream, but it wasn't so."No!" I growled, hitting my hands against the bed. It seemed like I had woken up on the aggressive side of the bed this morning.My head suddenly turned towards the door, my eyes shaking due to fear. My hands grabbed the shit because I thought Perrin was the one behind the door. But then again, I knew Perrin wasn't going to knock."Who is it?" I asked, and the lady behind the door spoke."I'm sorry. I didn't mean to disturb you, but I was asked to prepare you for today, and also bring you to the breakfast table."I sighed. "Come in."In a short while, she came in and lowered her head."I'll be preparing a bath for you now..."I nodded and continued to ponder on what the other lady said last night."Was I going to be killed just like that?" I pondered and was worried about the w
Chapter 5Quinn's pov"What condition?" He asked, his eyes glaring at me. However, I didn't feel like discussing it with him at this time, so I decided to do something else about it."When we get back home, I'll tell you," I said, crossed my hands, and left his side without looking back.By the time we got into the pack house, there were a lot of things already going on. I really couldn't explain all I was feeling. I knew there was a way to finally get my freedom back. This was my time to finally experience life."Enough!"He yelled, causing me to stop in my tracks. Perrin was just something else."You can't keep running. What are your conditions?" He asked, eyes fixed on me, and I felt like he was going to seem alive any minute from now."I wanted us to discuss this behind closed doors, but it seems like you aren't patient enough.""Just say it already..." He expressed. Waving his hands for his servant to bring his wheelchairAs soon as they did, he sat in the wheelchair and his eyes
CHAPTER SIX:Quinn POV I grumbled all the way to Alpha Perrin's room, knowing full well how much I didn’t want to be near him—not even a little. But deep down, I knew it was something I had to do. If I wanted to get out of the enemies’ grip as soon as possible, this was a small sacrifice I needed to make. “Can I come in?” I called out after knocking on the door. Silence. Typical Perrin. He wasn’t much of a talker. After a moment, I added, “If you are not decent, Alpha Perrin, I suggest you fix that. I’m coming in.” I waited for a beat, then pushed the door open. The cold air hit my face as I stepped inside. The room felt emptier than I expected, almost lifeless. “Maybe he’s not here…” I muttered, scanning every corner of the space, hoping he would appear. “Then why call for me if he’s not even going to show up?” I sighed, turning to leave.Suddenly, I nearly walked right into him—a wall of a man standing silently in my path.My mouth fell open slightly as I took him in. He stood t
CHAPTER SEVENQuinn POV What does he mean he wants me in his bed? That can only mean he wants to sleep with me, right? And even if it doesn’t, it should. Either way, that’s not something I want—especially not with someone as vile as Perrin.“I am not interested in you that way!” I blurted out. The words tumbled out before I could stop them.I watched his face shift. His whole body went rigid, his expression twisting into confusion. His brow lifted, like he was waiting for me to repeat myself.“What?” he finally asked, his voice sharp.I pushed him back, putting some space between us as I sat up and stared down at the bed. “I have zero interest in you,” I said firmly, though my voice softened into a whisper. “Our marriage isn’t real, and you know it. Sleeping in your bed, being... intimate with you? That was never part of the plan. I don’t want you touching me” Alpha Perrin’s expression twisted into something unreadable—anger? Amusement? I couldn’t tell.“You are really full of you
Alpha Perrin POV I scanned the room, my eyes sharp as I looked for Quinn. The party buzzed around me, conversations mixing with laughter, the clink of glasses echoing against the walls. I’d searched the entire hall, asking damn near everyone if they’d seen her, and now I was getting frustrated. Where the hell was she?I spotted her then, standing off to the side near a quiet corner. She wasn’t mingling, wasn’t even pretending to. Just... standing there, staring down at the drink in her hand like it was the only thing keeping her grounded. My jaw clenched. She wasn’t just drinking; she was hiding. I made my way over to her, the people around me fading into the background. As I got closer, she didn’t even look up. I stopped right in front of her, blocking her view of whatever it was that had her so focused. “What are you doing here?” I demanded, my voice low but sharp.She finally lifted her gaze, and for a moment, I didn’t know what to make of her expression. There was a smile on her
Quinn POV Alpha Perrin stood just a few feet away, his eyes locked on us with a stare so strong it made my skin crawl. I couldn’t really read his expression, but the seriousness and curiosity in his voice made me scared.“What exactly were you two talking about?” His voice was calm—too calm.No one answered.I couldn’t. Laila wouldn’t.My heart was pounding so fast in my chest, so loud it felt like it was about to explode. Panic took over me, suffocating me from the inside out. He had heard us. He had to have. But how much? I prayed he didn’t know everything, though the curiosity in his eyes made it clear he suspected something.I swallowed, my thoughts getting 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.Perrin was ruthless. He didn’t tolerate deception, betrayal, or mistakes. And this? This was all three. I couldn’t forget how he had beaten a man to death for
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 I stepped into the room and let out a sigh, my body drenched in sweat, every muscle hurting. I felt exhausted, making it impossible to reach my wolf. I tried, but the connection was weak—nonexistent. She had never been through this kind of training before, and it was all too much for her. For both of us. Before I could even catch my breath, the door creaked open. I turned just as Alpha Perrin stepped inside, his eyes sweeping over me. “You did well,” he said, his voice as calm as ever. “Gianna is skilled, but you still managed to bring her down. That’s impressive.” I let out a tired scoff, rubbing the back of my neck. “Didn’t feel impressive. She nearly broke my ribs.” Perrin’s lips twitched like he was holding back a smirk. “You will live.” Then, before I could respond, he added, “Get ready for tonight.” I frowned. “What’s happening tonight?” “There’s a gathering,” he said simply. “Alpha convergence, Pack leading families from different regions are coming to
Quinn POV "Why are you late?" I walked into the training ground, and the first thing I saw was Alpha Perrin's disapproving stare. A few shirtless guards stood around, looking nervous, probably because their alpha was overseeing everything."I had a little trouble finding my way here, but I promise it won’t happen again," I said, trying to sound as sincere as possible.Perrin didn’t respond right away. His eyes stayed on me for a few seconds, then he sighed and said, "Go back to training, everyone."The guards immediately got back to work, and Perrin looked at me and said, "Just follow their lead. Soon you’ll catch up." His tone was dismissive.And here I thought I would get some special lesson or something. Turns out, I was just supposed to follow them? How... interesting.I moved to the back and watched the rest of the men move with precision, like every step had been rehearsed. I tried to follow their lead, but it was actually a lot harder than it looked, and it left me frustrated
CHAPTER 14QUINN POVDo you really think I have time for your joke right now?” Alpha Perrin asked. His tone was serious, and damn it, for a moment, I could feel the fear taking over. But then I remembered—no, I couldn’t let myself be scared. Not by him. He had turned me into a slave for just one mistake. One mistake. I had tried to help him, and yet, he threw me aside. Well, now he was going to have to work for my help.“I couldn’t save the guard on my first attempt,” I said, voice cold as I met his gaze, holding it. “And instead of giving me a chance, you threw a maid uniform on me and decided I was useless." I paused, giving him the full force of my look, not backing down. “I want an apology.”Alpha Perrin let out a scoff as he settled into his usual chair. His movements were smooth, like he was in control of everything. He reached into his pocket, pulled out a cigarette, and lit it. The smoke curled up around him as he took a long drag, exhaling slowly.I couldn’t help but stare.
CHAPTER 13QUINN POV One of her friend sitting behind her, a blonde with nice features, stood up from her sit, walked over to Gianna and whispered something in her ear. Gianna’s laugh was like nails on a chalkboard.“Well, well, well," she said, taking a step back and tilting her head. "Let’s see how good you really are at your job. Maybe a little test, hm?"Before I could react, Gianna pushed me in the chest. It wasn’t soft and the way she did it made me lose my balance. My foot twisted and before I could catch myself, I felt my ankle snap beneath me.I gasped, falling hard on the ground. The pain that shot up my leg made me wince . They erupted in laughter, the sound of it ringing in my ears. It felt like the world was spinning around me as I tried to pull myself up, wincing with every movement. “Oh, darling, did you hurt yourself?" Gianna cooed, bending down to look at me with fake concern, her lips curling into a smile that didn’t reach her eyes. "Guess that’s what happens when
Quinn's POV (Few minutes earlier )A spy? A freaking spy? I stared at the note in my hands, reading it over and over again as if the words would magically change into something less ridiculous. Why in the world would my father want me to spy on Alpha Perrin? What the hell was he up to? And more importantly—why did he think I would be remotely good at this? One wrong move and Perrin would wipe out our entire pack without breaking a sweat. Was this really a risk anyone was willing to take? Because I, for one, was not. I was still trying to wrap my head around it when a voice snapped me out of my thoughts. “What took you so long?” The head maid stood at the bottom of the stairs, arms crossed, her expression as stiff as the apron wrapped around her waist. I barely had time to react before she continued, “I said thirty minutes. You are two minutes late. I will let it slide since it’s your first day, but next time, I expect you to be on time.” Two minutes? I swallowed a sigh
CHAPTER 11Alpha Perrin “No scar at all? It’s completely gone?” I asked, staring at the guard who now looked perfectly fine. “It’s nothing short of a miracle,” the doctor replied. “The leg was beyond saving, marked for amputation due to its inability to heal and the lack of a cure.” He inspected the guard closely. “But now, he’s completely fine.” “It seems the healer’s magic worked,” the guard added respectfully, glancing at me. “Otherwise, how else can one explain how I healed so suddenly, Alpha?” I stroked my chin, studying the guard’s fully healed leg. The scar was completely gone, and he looked as if he hadn’t been on the brink of death from wolfsbane poisoning. “And you are absolutely sure none of the medicine you gave him caused this?” I asked the doctor again, needing confirmation. He shook his head. “For a wolfsbane poisoning that severe, none of the medicine I have would have worked,” he admitted. I let out a deep breath, processing his words. So, she wasn’t us