Killian's POVI didn't care much about Blair's injured arm as I did about seeing my secret love and crush, Avyaane. Yes I was in love with her since I first saw her six years ago when she joined middle school and was barely 12.There was something about her that captivated me. You are safe to say I fell for her way before Chad did and dated her for two years before they broke up recently.I was trying to make my move on her after their breakup but I couldn't summon the courage, not that I was weak, but that was a different courage.And now she suddenly became our mate.I can't tell you how happy I felt because now I can have her please me and no one will raise a brow, because she's ours after all.If I chose to sleep with her, that's my choice. I swear I'd even get in a fight with my brothers if they would suggest we reject her or not touch her. Because, that was something I'd never agree on.Just then, Logan pulled up at the hospital, bringing me back to reality from the journey of m
Avyaane's pov My mouth felt dry and every part of my body felt sore as I struggled to drag myself into consciousness. I could hear the faint beeping of a heart monitor and from the smell of antiseptic and saline drifting Into my nostrils. It was clear I was in a hospital. I pried my eyes open and looked around. I was alone in the room and an oxygen mask was affixed to my face. I had no recollection of how I ended up here at first. I didn't know how long I'd been here for either. A few days? A week? Possibly a month? It was hard to tell exactly. I tried to get the mask off my face just as a nurse walked in. Her small eyes widened when she saw me awake. “Hello Avyaane. You woke up earlier than we thought”She rushed over to me and assisted in getting the mask off. After propping me to sit, She offered me a glass of water from the side table. “What happened” I asked her when I'd taken only a few sips. My mouth was dry and I was terribly thirsty but it hurt even more to
Chapter 11Chad's Pov She looked so small, swaddled up in a flimsy hospital bedsheet. Her eyes were hollow and her cheeks sunken. She looked like a scared little puppy. “Looks like the little mutt survived afterall” Logan growled from beside me as we filed into the small room, our presence taking up the space. The nurse shrinked out of the room quietly and the doctor looked he wanted to as well. “Looks like the doctor was wrong. Didn't take you up to two weeks too wake up now did it?” Blair said with an evil smile. He was fully healed up from the bullet wound Avyaane had given him four days earlier but his pride wasn't and he was itching to make her pay. “I knew you were stronger than you looked” Killian said, a little less loudly, staring into Avyaane's eyes with a smirk on his face. His words were meant to sound sarcastic but his tone had made it sound like he was praising her. “Let's give her a little room guys” The doctor said, making halfhearted hand gestures to
Chapter 12 chapter twelve Avyaane's pov I numbly walked with the Alpha's as they led me towards their waiting SUV outside the hospital. The discharge papers were processed very quickly and a nurse had handed me my clothes, freshly washed and ironed, to wear. The Alpha's never left the room, leering at me as I slowly took off the flimsy hospital gown and put on my clothes. I felt their eyes ravage my naked body but I refused to look up, to look at them. I was theirs now. In word and in writing. My father had signed the papers giving my off as property to the Alphas, sanctioning them to do with me whatever they pleased. I had ready the papers twice, going over the words in disbelief. I stared at my father's words and signature in shock. And then in anger. The good for nothing bastard. In a way, I was glad to be rid of him once and for all but I knew it wasn't for the better. It was like jumping from a frying pan into a big,roaring open flame. With my father, at least I knew w
Chapter ThirteenAvyanne’s POV“I’m sorry.” I immediately muttered as soon as I saw Logan walk towards me. I didn’t know what made me think that talking in that type of situation was a good thing to do. Logan walked closer to me like he was going to hit me any moment from then and I was ready for anything because I knew that I should have just kept quiet.“Let her go.” Chad interrupted walking closer to Logan as he wiped off the blood that was on his mouth.Logan walked back to where Killian and Chad were like he was ready to start another fight. I wondered why brothers would fight this way because judging from the way they spoke to each other, it seemed like this happened frequently.I wondered how things were going to be here because I didn’t know what to expect and I was scared, I didn’t want to get caught up in all of this. “Why do you always act like you are the boss? It always gets me so pissed.” Logan said but his voice was calm this time around.“I don’t always act like I’m
Chapter 14: SharedAvyaane's POVMy heart thumps on my ribs like a trapped bird. I'm breathing heavily and leaning against the wall. The heat pouring from my hot skin is a sharp contrast to the cool plaster at my back. Chad quickly pulls away, leaving me completely bereft. I'm reeling from the abrupt lack of his contact, my body buzzing with unmet want.The hush is broken by Logan's sharp, accusing voice. "Man, this was never the plan."The shame burns in my cheeks. I stare at the floor with an ashamed expression, my body betraying me. My arousal's smell lingers in the air, a constant reminder of my frailty. There's nothing I would rather do than disappear into the floor.Chad clears his throat, speaking in a rough voice. "You're accurate. We must talk about this." Near the middle of the room, the brothers form a loose circle. I never move from my position against the wall because I'm scared of being noticed. I feel like a deer in headlights, all tense and prepared to charge at the fi
Chapter 15: New TerritoryAvyanne's POVWith a start, I wake up and my body clock goes to its typical 6 AM routine. I feel a little lost for a moment. The room is large and the bedding are lovely, a huge contrast to my small flat. Then reality strikes again. It's sold to me. My father's alcoholic temper tantrums and his sneering pals are no more to contend with. However, I now have four more masters to satisfy.They're at least, I believe, my friends, attempting to take solace in the circumstances. The idea sounds empty.There's a part of me that wishes to curl back up under the covers and shut out the world. However, ingrained behaviours persist, and agitated energy flows through my body. I have to do anything at all to take my mind off the nagging fear in my stomach.With my bare feet soft underfoot on the velvety carpet, I slide out of bed. I stop at the door and listen carefully. There is silence in the home. They have to be asleep still. Good.I head for the kitchen, intending t
Chapter 16: Pain's EchoesAvyaane POVI turn and toss, unable to fall asleep. It's difficult to relax with the noises coming from the walls. My ears are bombarded by grunts and groans, a woman's high-pitched moans, and the constant creaking of a bed frame. I try to drown out the noise by burying my head beneath the pillow, but it does not work.Blair's deep, raspy voice pierces through. "That's it, sweetheart. Take everything in."My breath is taken away by a searing ache that pierces my chest. I know the mate bond. I can't completely avoid its affects, even with my wolf hidden deep. I hunch down, hoping the pain will go away. I vehemently tell myself that it doesn't matter. My worries are more serious.Monday is next week. At school, I'll have to deal with Alison.I get a new surge of anxiousness at the prospect. I try to slow down my heartbeat by concentrating on my breathing. Finally, tiredness takes over, and I drift off to a restless slumber.My body clock is still adjusted to my
Chapter 111: Eternal LoveAvyaane pov As I stood on the balcony, looking out over the vast expanse of the pack lands, I couldn't help but feel a deep sense of thankfulness and astonishment. The sun was just starting to set, painting the sky in a stunning array of reds and golds, and the gentle breeze carried the familiar scents of home - the earthy richness of the forest, the sweet fragrance of the blooming wildflowers, the faint hint of pine that had always been a comforting presence in my life. I felt completely at peace in moments like these, when the world appeared to slow down and all of the noise and commotion of daily life faded away. This area, this pack, and this family. It was where I belonged, where I had discovered the unconditional love and acceptance I had sought for so long. A gentle giggle from behind me grabbed my attention, and I turned to see Chad stroll out onto the balcony, a playful grin on his lovely face. "Penny for your thoughts, my love?" He muttered, throwi
Chapter 110: Family Avyaane povAnd we were. In the weeks and months that followed, the darkness of Allison's breakdown vanished, giving way to the dazzling, unshakeable joy that filled our lives. The triplets thrived, becoming more beautiful and lively with each passing day, and Chad's commitment to them - and to me - appeared to grow stronger every time. The rest of our family took note of the transformation as well. Logan, Killian, and Blair, who had previously viewed Allison's presence in Chad's life with a mixture of wariness and hatred, Now she welcomed our growing family with open arms, adoring the babies with a zeal that touched my heart. "Look at you, all grown up and starting a family of your own," Killian had taunted one day as he cradled our daughter. "I never thought I'd see the day." Chad had chuckled, his arm wrapped securely around my waist. "Yeah, well, don't get too comfortable," he had said. "You three are next in line, you know." The accompanying laughing and frie
Chapter 109: Closure and New LifeAvyaane pov Finally, the day came. As I held our baby daughter in my arms, the intensity of my love and appreciation threatened to overwhelm me. Her tiny, flawless features—the button nose, the delicate rosebud lips, the thick, dark lashes that fanned across her plump cheeks—filled me with a sensation of astonishment that I had never felt before. When I looked up, Chad's eyes were filled with tears of joy, his gaze riveted on the small infant cradled in my embrace. He reached out and carefully touched the curve of our daughter's cheek, his touch gentle and reverent. "She's... she's perfect, Avy," he said softly, his voice full with emotion. "Absolutely perfect." I felt a flood of pride and love wash over me, so I leaned into his touch, enjoying the warmth and comfort of his presence. After all of our hardships and tribulations to get to this point, finally having our family together and whole was more than I could have asked for. My heart swelled as
Chapter 108 :HomecomingAvyaane pov "I'm glad you're here, Avy," he muttered. "We all are." I nodded and moved my gaze over to where Chad was standing, watching the reunion with a soft, almost reverent face. Our eyes connected, and I knew I'd made the proper decision. This was where I belonged, with him and his family—my family. As time passed, it became evident that this return was not without difficulties. Allison, Chad's on-and-off-again girlfriend, was not pleased with my homecoming and made no secret of it. "I can't believe you're just letting her waltz back in here, after everything she's done," she snapped one evening, her eyes narrowing with anger as she stared at Chad. Chad, to his credit: stayed calm, his voice steady as he responded. "Avyaane is my dear companion, Allison. She and our child belong here, alongside me. I will not turn my back on them again." Allison's lips tightened into an angry line, but she said nothing more and walked away with a huff. I watched her leav
Chapter 107: Second Chance Avyaane pov The subtle click of the church door shutting behind me echoed in my ears, drowning out the quiet murmuring of the guests inside. My heart hammered in my chest as I stood there, grasping the fabric of my dress, torn between the life I had chosen and the one offered to me. Just moments earlier, I had been standing at the altar, ready to devote my life to Ethan, to start a new future with him. A future that was secure, straightforward, and free of the complexities that had plagued my past. A future that, while not what I had hoped for, seemed like it could bring me happiness. And now, in only a few heartbeats, That well planned future had been turned on its head. Because standing in front of me, with desperation and hope engraved into every line of his face, was the man I had loved with every fiber of my being - and still loved, if I was honest with myself. Chad. The sight of him storming through the church doors and yelling to halt the wedding ha
# Chapter 106: Last-Minute RescueChad pov The road stretched out before Chad, a ribbon of tarmac cutting across the thick jungle. His hands held the steering wheel so firmly that his knuckles became white, and his gaze was locked on the horizon, as if he could will his destination into view with sheer willpower. Avyaane was getting married. The words rang in his thoughts like a constant drumbeat, matching the pounding of his heart. Married. To somebody else. To a human who will never completely understand her or offer her the life she deserves. Chad's jaw clinched as he imagined this unknown man - Ethan - holding Avyaane, petting her, and nurturing the child he should have had. Their child. He had no idea the youngster existed until only a few hours before.Guilt and regret rushed over him in waves. How had he let things get this far? How had he allowed Avyaane slip away, making her believe she had to face this alone? "I should have fought for her," Chad mumbled, barely audible abov
Avyaane pov Blair's face was lighted by the gentle glow of the computer screen in his darkened room. His fingers paused over the keyboard, hesitating for a little minute before he began typing: *Hello, Avy. * *How do you feel? Is the small one causing you any problems? Blair pushed send and leaned back in his chair, running his hand through his unkempt hair. It was late (or early, depending on your perspective), but he knew Avyaane would be up. She reported in her last email that the baby had been really active at night. Sure enough, a response came in almost immediately: *Blair! I'm fine, just sleepy. Your niece or nephew appears to believe my ribs is a soccer ball. *How are things doing on your end? Blair's lips curved into a faint smile. Even through the impersonal medium of email, he could hear Avyaane's voice and imagine the sarcastic twist of her lips as she complained about the baby's antics. *Same old, same old," he texted back. *Logan is still on his redemption trip, Killian
Chapter 103: New BeginningsAyvyaane povWillow Creek, a small town, was not at all like the pack areas I had left behind. Nestled in a valley surrounded by rolling hills, it was a community where everyone knew everything about everyone else, and outsiders were received with equal parts curiosity and distrust. It had been three months since I left the quadruplets and my previous life behind. Three months spent creating a new identity and learning to navigate the human world on my own. And after three months of watching my body transform, the small life inside me becomes stronger by the day. I had found work at the neighborhood bookstore, a little business that smelled of old paper and possibilities. The owner, a kind-hearted woman named Margaret, had taken one look at me: alone, pregnant, and plainly out of my element, and gave me not only a job, but also a home in the small apartment above the business. It wasn't a lot, but it was mine. A location where I could start over, where I c
Avyaane povKillian's gaze became gentler. "I am aware that you have," he mentioned. "And perhaps you are correct. However, Avy, at what price? To what extent are you prepared to give up part of yourself in the hope that Logan might transform?"His words had a strong impact on me, leading me to face the questions I had been ignoring. To what extent was I ready to sacrifice? Was it right to make Killian wait while I sorted it out?"I confessed, barely whispering, "I'm not sure." "I simply understand that I must make an attempt."Killian nodded, his face adorned with a melancholic smile. "I comprehend," he responded. "And I'll be here, Avy. No matter what happens, I'll be here."As he pulled me into a hug, I felt a wave of gratitude and love wash over me. Whatever happened with Logan, I knew Killian would always be my rock.The next day, I sought out Chad. Of all the quadruplets, he was the one I knew least. He'd always been on the periphery, quiet and watchful. I found him in the train