Do you think going back to the city to is the best thing? Do you think her aunt will really accept her back after everything? Will she just forget the revenge now that she's back to the city? And go back to her boss who wants her back?
Ava’s POVThe warmth from the fire burning in the little cottage in the house had woken me up from a deep sleep. At the slightest move of my body, I felt my head bang a bit while I struggled with my vision. I could see tables like sticks, and soon it was all clear, and Aunt Janet was standing right in front of me with a cup of coffee. “Are you fully awake now? Can you see me?” Aunt Janet's voice jolted me out of my thoughts while I nodded my head like a five-year-old child. “Yes, yes I'm fine.” I nodded my head while I watched Aunt Janet hand down the cup of coffee she was holding to me before settling down on the sofa close to me, staring at me as if expecting something more. Upon taking a sip of the coffee, I started to feel uneasy, since Aunt Janet's eyes never for once left my face. “Is there something you want to talk to–”“No,” I interrupted her even before she could finish her statement. How the hell am I supposed to tell her that the one-night stand I had the other night
Ava’s POV Just as the knock kept coming, my aunt had no other choice than to leave me inside, making sure the chains were well tightened. “Aunt Janet! Let me go! I promise… I promise to be on…my best behavior!” I shouted, pulling the chains at regular intervals, even though I was sure it couldn't break this way. Why is everyone treating me this way? Why is everyone making me feel so less? Even my aunt? “I'm so tired!” I screamed in anger, tears flowing down from the fountain of my eyes. Ever since the death of my parents, I've always had reasons to cry every single day. I can't believe right now that I'm becoming a parent soon as well. I can't birth this baby if I can't find the father. I would rather flush out of my system or find a way to get out of here to look for him. “You can't just lock me here! Alpha Grindley will find me! Aunt Janet!” I screamed upon hearing the clanging of the padlocks on the gate. “Shut the hell up! I can't allow you to go back to Lyconia. You will b
Ava’s POV At first, I stood in fear as I watched the two werewolves walk towards me, while Penny stood fixed in a position shivering in fear. At least, I could feel Neva’s strength was back since I've been released. And I knew I could scare them off if I could take them down. Could they be looking for me? I mean—it’s rare to see wolves in the human world. Why are they here? I thought to myself. Could Alpha Grindley have found out that I ledr already, and he had sent these people to look for me? Are they going to kill us? “If you don't take my help, Penny's going to die!” Neva, my wolf, interrupted my thoughts. “If I do that she's going to get scared of me! I don't have any other friends, Neva.” I stuttered as I watched the two werewolves stand in front of us, with their mouths filled with blood. It appears they had just killed someone at the club, who happened to have strayed out. “They look fresh and succulent,” one of them spoke, wiping his mouth. “We are gonna die,” Penny s
Ava’s POV Just as I looked into his eyes again, I finally felt the energy I felt that night. That night, my boss introduced me to him. That was the same energy I felt when we had sex. The scent…the hot burning desire. The same eyes. The way he looked at me was–I can't explain it.I could feel the same passion. The way he caressed my hair. The way he looked at me to be sure I wasn't hurt. It made me question the whole thing that had happened the last time. I looked behind him, and quickly, six men in black suits rushed forward, creating space in between, just like the other time my aunt and I had seen him on the street while we were driving. I was right after all. It was him. My one-night stand. The one who took away my flowers. The one I have been waiting for. Hoping endlessly, the father of my unborn child. “You are…” Just as I was about to speak, he handed me over to his bodyguards and walked towards the guy who seemed to be laughing mischievously.“And so…who the fuck do you th
Ava’s POV Fear gripped me as I stared at Alpha Grindley, whose faces were all hardened at the sight of me. I can't believe he'd looked for me after I escaped from the attack the other time. It hadn't dawned on me yet that I was now the Luna of the Mooner's pack. But when the mark on my neck burned red-hot, I winced in pain. “Ouch!” I held Penny tighter as I felt my head bang consecutively while I tried to look for a way out even after knowing that there was none. “And where do you think you are going?” Alpha Grindley's voice stopped me halfway as I shivered to the marrow, my eyes darting from Lucian to Penny, while I avoided his eyes. I knew it was wrong to run off, but what do I do in a situation where the Alpha, my supposed mate, and his Beta left me for the invaders? Right now, I'm stuck between my one-night stand and my mate. What should I do? And why is Lucian bowing to Alpha Grindley? What the hell is happening here?! “Alpha,” Lucian bowed, raising his head afterward and
Ava’s POVPlacing my lips in thin lines, I watched Lucian approach me slowly, my hands trembling in fear, and once again, I was leaving for Lyconia without the consent of my aunt. Now I see why she never wanted me to leave. “Penny…” I rushed towards my friend, tapping her severely, but she wasn't coming up. I scoffed in anger, tears rolling down my cheeks, and for the first time in my life, I felt lost. I was terrified and scared of what else I was going to face in the Mooner's pack. How was I supposed to rule that pack filled with gossip? Not to even talk of my one-night stand being my mate’s beta. “Shall we?” Lucian's voice broke into my subconscious, causing me to look up from Penny, my gaze settling on him in frustration. “Shall we what?” I asked in anger, my face glaring with unspoken curse words. “I thought you were a reputable–”“I am. I've only taken the role of Alpha Grindley. I do represent –”“Lucian! What the hell is keeping you long with my mate?” Alpha Grindley gro
Ava’s POVNever in my life have I stood up for myself like I did just now. The maid I had just thundered a slap across her face bowed her head in total submission, fear written on not just her face but everyone surrounding me, except for Sandra, who looked at me scornfully. “I think you should have done this before,” Neva, my wolf, interrupted my thoughts while I raised my head, ready to address everyone standing. “Let this be the last time you will ever rudely talk about me. Anyone who does that will never be forgiven. It's death by hanging.” I charged in anger, looking at their faces, not even knowing where I got the whole confidence from. “Am I understood?” I looked into their faces, planting fear and anxiety into each and everyone in the pack. Silence fell on every corner of the hall, making it seem as if I was talking to myself alone. “I.said.am.I.understood?!” this time with authority, and my wolf displayed itself. “Yes, Luna!” Everyone chorused and hurried back to their wo
Ava's POVI stared at the door, my heart pounding faster as I stared back at Alpha Grindley, who was also staring at me, his grip firm on my shoulders.“Alpha!” another werewolf soldier called, but Alpha Grindley, thinking it was Lucian, got more angered.“I said leave!” Alpha Grindley growled, and in anger, he hit his hand on the iron door, causing it to bend.“The north region has been attacked!” One of the werewolf soldiers interrupted.I rolled my eyes in tears, thanking the moon goddess that I'd finally been saved from this whole bullshit.I mean, at least I won't be banged tonight, and apart from that, I'd have time alone to talk to Elder Jack.If Alpha Grindley doesn't tell me what killed my parents or who was behind their deaths, then I'm going to find out myself before this baby inside me starts showing itself.“I'll be back,” his voice was so threatening as I watched him point his finger at me before withdrawing.I closed my eyes, panting in fear, and before I knew it, I hea
Ava's POVAll through the journey home, no one said a word. Not me, nor Xander. As for Alpha Lark, he slept for a long time, without opening his eyes.By the time we finally get back to the pack house, Xander made me know he was going to attend Alpha Lark, while I go see my friend, Penny. Fortunately, she was asleep.I pecked her head and made sure the blanket was wrapped around her well. Heaving a sigh, I went back to the things I packed from Aunt Janet's side. The question as to who I was kept ringing in my head."I healed him, Neva. How is that even possible?" I closed my eyes, sinking into the chair next to me. Since we got home late, everyone had gone to bed, and just a few werewolf soldiers were available."What do we do now?" Neva questioned."I don't know, Neva. I just want Lark to get better." I responded, trying to pick up the white paper with the blood stains I had seen while packing Aunt Janet's stuff."What could she have written?" I reminisced aloud but was interrupted b
Ava's POVFear gripped me as I allowed Neva to take over my entirety. "Someone's coming," Neva purred.Quickly, I closed the door leading to Aunt Janet's room, and I remained silent.Suddenly I saw a shadow pass by the window side, causing my heart to leap. With my lips drawn into thin lines, I was ready to fight back by opening the door only for me to bump into Lark.Screaming hard, he curbed my hand, causing me to miss the attack. "Let me go!" I yelled, panting heavily."Calm down, sweetheart. It's me. It's Lark." he cautioned, holding me tighter."Goddess! You scared me." I paused, trying to catch my breath.Quickly Alpha Lark's guard rushed in. "Take everything packed into the car. We'll join you shortly," he added.I looked around, still trembling at the whole tense situation. I was sure I saw a shadow, and--"You are still shaking, Ava. What happened?" Alpha Lark questioned, his eyes fixed on mine."I feel someone killed my aunt. And the person is after me too," I trembled. Yes,
Ava's POVI had arrived on the day she was to be buried. My eyes fell on the memorial photo frame, which contained not just Aunt Janet's photo. I was shocked to see my photo alongside hers. Do they really think I was dead as well?My legs wobbled beneath me as I felt tears roll out of my eyes uncontrollably. I couldn't believe the next time I'd be seeing my aunt would be in this coffin. The white, and gold coffin staring at me-it was as if I could see her.Right now, I don't even know if getting back my memories was worth it. What I feel now is pain and anguish. I feel hurt. I felt the lungs in my air a bit restricted. Holding the wall for support, I picked up my overflowing gown, as I tried to help myself in. Refusing help from Alpha Lark's guards.I had wanted to come alone, but he wouldn't let me. My heart ached so much that I couldn't help but burst into more tears, causing everyone to look back.The first person that caught my attention was Penny. Judging from her swollen face, I
Ava's POVValerie? Again? What exact;y does this lady want from me?"Valerie, get back inside." Alpha Lark commanded."Seriously? Do you want me to say everything here?" Valerie asked, staring at me in anger."Xander!" Alpha Lark reached out to his beta."Alpha, there is a breach in the south wall where our other pack is, he went to settle that," One of the werewolf soldiers reported."Take her inside, right now." Alpha Lark commanded the soldier."I will not take that from you!" Valerie lashed out."And I am your Alpha, I won't allow you to disrespect me in this manner!" Alpha Lark shouted, controlling his wolf from taking over. I trembled in fear upon hearing him thunder at Valerie."I might be a gentleman, but do not take that for granted." Alpha Lark growled. Turning towards the soldier who had reported to him about Xander. "If I turn to meet this thing here, you'll be sorry!""You called me a thing because of her?" Valerie was still struggling with the soldier when she got hit fr
Ava's POVJolting us back into reality, the knock came yet again."Alpha, there's someone here to see you," the werewolf soldier announced.I quickly took a step back, heaving a sigh as if I had just got a load off my neck, I watched Alpha Lark walk closer to me. Holding my hand like a gentleman, I was short of words.Even though I'm pregnant, and have no idea what happened in my previous life, everything I feel for him this man looks new. Like I've never loved before. It all feels like a new start.Right now, I think I'd want to be like this. If my past was a painful one, and this is my reality. Then I want to be like this."Hey, Priceless," he moved closer to me, stroking my face gently. He kissed my forehead."I don't know why this is happening, but I want you to know that you are safe with me," Alpha Lark pulled me closer. Hugging me tighter, I felt a bit at ease."The visitor came for you," Alpha Lark replied.At first, I couldn't place what he was saying. But when he finally rea
Grindley's POV"I must have been thinking a lot," I smiled, reaching out for another drink, after realizing that the whole of Ava's Aunt being here was just my mind playing tricks on me.But I might actually be putting this pack at risk. Since I know that Ava's heart is a hunter-I've lived each day in fear of her coming back.What if she comes back with her hunter friends? Over the years, the werewolf world has been on the run from the hunters because we've never been able to contend with them.I think I need to just take away all these feelings. I can't stop thinking about Ava. Am I really sad?"Alpha, I think you need to get some rest," one of the soldiers whom I had been very kind to, over the years spoke from a mile away."And you think because I've been good to you...you think you have the right to tell me what to do huh?" I shouted, my voice holding some growls in it."I know since the Luna left the palace, you feel empty and sad, but--""Enough! Peter, go back to your position!"
Ava's POVJust as I opened my eyes, I could barely see anything, and in front of me, people looked like trees.Even though I could hear their voices, I could barely see who was standing right before me. I placed my hand gently on my forehand, as I tried to get out of bed."Hey, Priceless," A hand reached my shoulders, and I was fast to yank it off."Wow, that was--""Fast?" another person spoke before I finally saw who was standing in front of me."Alpha Lark," I heaved a sigh retreating into bed upon realizing I was in safe hands, only for me to see the Kitsune girl staring at me as if she wanted me dead."Priceless," Alpha Lark approached holding by the hand, while the whole place went quiet."Did someone die?" I was forced to ask seeing how tensed the whole place was.The doctor and everyone stared at me with pitiful eyes, one that I had yet to understand."There's something you need to know first--""That you are my mate?" I quickly chimed in. I know I might have lost the most impo
Grindley's POVIt's been days since Ava has gone missing, and I couldn't help but blame it all on each and everyone that contributed to it.“You motherfucker! You caused this!” I lashed at Lucan, my brother, in anger.“And you were told she wasn't here. You brought this up on us!” Lucan's voice resonated through my ears as I heaved a sigh, my hand clenched to the arm of my throne.Drinking every day became the order of the day, as I couldn't do without seeing, Ava.I never knew I've gotten this attached, not until her body went missing beside the river Lucian had drowned, and till day I found myself thinking of her.Every lady brought forward–none of them mattered to me. All I wanted was Ava.Surprisingly, Lucian's body was the only thing found, Ava’s body disappeared mysteriously, when I've just watched Lucian took her with him while he fell off the cliff.I was lost in thoughts when one of my soldiers called from behind.“Alpha!”“Yes! Did you find her?” I questioned, handling the gl
Ava's POVFear gripped me as I looked at myself in the mirror, and different thoughts ran through my mind.The maids watched my hands tremble as they braided my hair into a ponytail to suit the dress I was wearing.Knock!"Who is it?" I asked solemnly."The Alpha is at the dining table, and he's waiting," a masculine voice responded."Just a minute," I replied, my heart racing faster.Unsure of what to do, I asked that I be given a glass of water to cool off before I finally got set to meet him."Shall we?" Xander who was already at the door asked, stretching his hand to me.I heaved a sigh and swallowed hard before I put my hand in his, while he walked me down the hallway.Before I got to the dining hall, I could hear people chattering, and the clinking of glass cups, with some soft music below.My heart fluttered, as I froze on the spot, before thinking of what to say once I stepped into the gathering.I didn't know Xander his Beta could feel my resistance, not until he spoke funnily