Russell POV.She has a scent; I smelt it immediately after she came into my father's.How did she have a scent? The last time I rejected her she had no scent. How come she is now?And why did she look more beautiful as if her wolf enhanced her beauty?I needed to shake off any thought about her. I am marrying her to please my father so that he would make me his next of kin.Once he made me the Alpha, I would wait till he died, then divorce her.But I didn't think that was possible because the last time I rejected her broke me.Her face kept reappearing on my head. To make matters worse Luca was always friendly towards her.I knew Luca. He would never do something if he was not going to benefit from him.I closed my eyes to sleep as fear crept into me.Anytime I closed my eyes, I always saw myself having sex with a girl. Then I will see a little boy who looks exactly like me.The baby's face was always clear but the woman's face was not clear.No matter how hard I tried, it remained bo
I lay on the bed, eyes open throughout the night. I did not even bother sleeping.My mind kept racing back to what Luca said. Merlin had been almost attacked. I Hope Lexie was okay. At four o'clock I stood up and started pacing around the room. Once it was five o'clock I would go to Lexie’s house.Confused thoughts ran through me. Merlin has never been attacked. Up until now, I had succeeded in keeping Merlin a secret from everyone.No one knew about him. So how come the first night I spent in the palace, they attacked him?It only meant someone knew about Merlin's father. The only person who knew about it was Luca.Could Luca be the one who tried to hurt him? I mean how did he know he was about to be attacked?No. Luca would never want to hurt me.“He might not want to hurt you but remember he is Russell's enemy. His anger might hurt Merlin,” my wolf said.This was the first time she was talking to me since the night they unlocked her. I smiled with courage, I now had someone to b
Russell POVKnock!Knock!Knock!The loud knock on my door interrupted my sleep. I looked at the time I was just five o'clock in the morning.What could be so urgent that they had come to knock on my door?It better be something reasonable. I rubbed off the sleep from my eyelid and went to open the door.I met Alberto, the head of the palace guard, panting. Several beads of sweat dropped off his head.“What is the matter?” I asked as I closed my door behind me.He bowed his head “Two of our men were killed”“What?” I asked my voice low with surprise.“Are we under attack?” I asked“No.” They were the ones you appointed at the gate. Rose woke up a few minutes ago to go out, and we refused as you instructed,” he said and paused for a while.Goosebumps filled my skin. Could it be that Rose was the one who killed them?But she looked too innocent for that.“She went back and came out with Luca. They told him what you said and he told them to leave the gate. When they refused, he shot the bo
Rose POV.When we entered the palace and met the Alpha waiting for us. My heart sank deep into the depths of my stomach.They had followed us. How much information did they get?Did they find out about me and Merlin?What were they going to do?Did they trace Luca's car to Benedicta's house?To confirm my fear, the Alpha asked, “Why did the both of you visit a witch today?”It only meant one thing. They had found out that Luca had gone to visit Benedicta.But Benedicta was not old. She was a middle-aged woman. In her early fifties.If they knew that she was a witch it meant that they were going to kill her.I looked at Luca who seemed to care less about what they said. Many thoughts ran through my mind as I tried to fathom the reason why he seemed so unbothered.Did he allow them to see him?Gosh! Benedicta was the only parental figure in my life. I could not lose her.Immediately he confirmed that it was Sabrina, I heaved a sigh., I think Russell noticed my reaction because he immed
Russell's POVI stood rotted in my spot after I kissed Rose and nothing happened.Like no connection, nothing happened. Adrenaline rushed through my spine as my chest tightened.She was not my mate. The moon goddess had refused to remate us together after I had rejected her.Then who was her mate and who was my mate? Although I still feel drawn to her. I did not know why.I looked at her face which shone with a smile. She was really happy that she was not mated to me.I am meant to feel the same way, too, but a pang of sadness, missed with fear, gripped me.She looked at Luca, whose eyes shone with relief. Were they mated together and refused to tell anyone?I stood at the edge of the hall where they used to hold the ceremony. I watched as dignified people walked in.Alpha and Luna are accompanied by their Betta. I searched for Rose but she was not in the crowd. Maybe she went to change her clothes.I sipped my wine as I smiled at the some familiar faces I looked at the time it was
Rose POVThe room was silent, dead silent; gunshots continued outside until they died down, and all this time, I stood by the back of the library shelf. My back was pressed against the shelf.They came to get me, maybe use me as bait to make Russell do something for them since he was my mate. What they did not know was that Russell hated me.He would see their attack as good riddance to bad rubbish but that was not my main problem.The main issue for me was that I had a mate. A mate from an enemy pack. I did not know what position he obtained in the pack.All I knew was that he saved me, he let me live and he promised to get me. This meant that in no time, there might be a war between two packs just because of me. Not because Russell cared but because it would hurt his ego to let another take his Luna.After all, he did not have a Luna.The door clicked open, and someone entered inside. I peeped through the frame and it was Luca.“Rose, are you here?” He whispered, looking around, st
Rose POVMy heart sank into my stomach at the sight of Finn in my room, not just in my room, but on my bed, and not only was he in my bed, he was shirtless. Displaying his godly abs.“What are you doing here,” I asked in a whisper. It was meant to come as a bold threatening voice.He was our enemy, even though he was our mate. His father wanted my head.Could it be that he came to take me secretly, lure me out of the palace maybe fuck me once or twice, and then kill me.Different thoughts ran through my mind. The air in the room became so thick that I could not breathe, beads of sweat laced on my forehead.He stood up from the bed and walked towards me. I bent my head in fear, and my hands trembled.His two middle fingers found my chin as he lifted my head to him making me stare at him.All the fear vanished, it was replaced by a burning sensation that crept on my skin as I looked at his dark blue eyes.“Breath” he ordered slowly.I inhaled and exhaled for a while trying my best to co
Russell's father was dead. He was killed by Leo, Finn's beta. The same Finn who was my mate. The same Finn who had been in my room and kissed me.Here I thought he risked his life to see me. I suddenly felt dirty and used. He did not come here because he valued me. He came to my room to pass the time while his friend killed my Alpha.He knew he would be safe with me. After all, I was his mate. No one would come here so he let himself play with my feelings.I curled my palms into a fist as anger swept through me.“Did you see him?” Luca asked me. His eyes were red with anger. Russell’s father was the only one whom he had on his side.Even though he committed such an atrocity he still welcomed him when he came back. Losing him must have been painful to him.I shook my head “No. I don't even know who he is”Luca sniffed around the room. I sucked in my breath. Hope he did not smell him. I would be dead. It would mean I harbored a killer in my room.Luca's eyes reduced to a split, he glanc
Russell pov.I watched Lorenzo's shocked face as I professed my desire to bring Rose back. I knew it was risky but what was more risky was allowing Finn to get away with what he did. Up until now, I had always thought it was better for Rose to go. She brought a side of Luca that no one brought a raw side that can be activated by her tears or complaints. Yes, he was a rogue, but I would rather not have issues with him. Even with him being a rogue he had perfectly managed to send my mother to the land of no return.I stared at my laptop screen as I waited for Lorenzo to bring in Luca's phone. Did I know how he would get it? No. But will he get it? Yes, because he was a cunning twat.As expected Lorenzo knocked on my door an hour later when I was already engrossed in my work.“Come in” I and he walked in with a frown on his face. He glared at me; sometimes, I forgot he was my best friend.“Did you get what I asked for?” I asked my attention still on the screen.“Yes but-” he begged, bu
Russell pov.I have always had a hard time trusting Sabrina. She was too cunning, too scheming. Hell! She could convince you to walk into your trap, and you would never find out until you are there, and there is no turning back. That was why I felt fucking insecure when she came and asked that she speak to Luca alone. After so many years I had finally gotten Luca to my side. During this year, I came to discover how cruel he can be if he is angry.With him by my side, together with Lorenzo, we could withstand anything Jenny had in mind. Because if there was one thing I was sure of is that Jenny had a hidden motive. She did not come back because she was in love with Luca or she missed him. She came back for something and was trying to use Luca’s weakness to get, and thankfully, Luca had outgrown his bond for her.Although he did not tell me I got to know when he ordered her to stay in the guest house. The Luca I knew would never do that. He would rather die than spend a night without h
Rose pov“This is the main palace where we gather together and host parties. We will be having a party tomorrow where I will introduce you to everyone as their Luna,” he said,” his arms wrapped around my waist as we stood inside the hall. I restrained the urge to remove his arms from my body. How can he be so comfortable? I mean, we just met, and he is already all warm and cozy.“They have all been waiting for you. You don’t know how thankful I am that I met you and that you agreed to follow me even when you had a thing with your husband’s brother,” he said in a non-judgmental tone.I bit my tongue from telling him that he was the love of my life and probably the only man I would ever give my heart to. Luca had shown me how great love can be. Just the thought of him comforted me.Instead of telling him those words, I asked, “You talk as if I am some savior you have been waiting for. Surely you would have been sleeping with someone else”“Nahh. I am not the flirting type, and it scare
Rose pov.Dread crept into my skin at Finn's words. He fixed his gaze on me with a permanent creepy smile. What was he talking about? What did he know about me that others did not know?I swallowed hard as I tried to pacify whatever was willing up within. I cleaned my hand on my skirt even though I knew my face was filled with guilt already.“What are you talking about?” I asked in a sudden, calm voice that contrasted how I was feeling inside.He shrugged and strolled towards me, his arms wrapped against his chest. “Well, I did a brief check” up on you. I got to know about who raised you. What is her name again?” He asked.Fear blocked my throat as I tried to speak. “Benedicta,” I said.He nodded."Thanks for the correction. Don’t mind me; I forgot about her nod. But with time, I would meet her. You know, I don’t have a mother of my own, so my wife's mother would automatically be mine. Who is that boy that lives with her?” He asked.At this time, sweat was already tricking down my spin
Luca pov.I groaned in frustration. Immediately, I saw Jenny's plastered smile. Seriously? What did this girl want? I thought I drove her out of my room a moment ago. Frustration washed within me, itching my skin. I needed time to concentrate, time to think about what Sabrina just said. To know which side I should be on. What I needed was a cool bath, playing Rose’s white Mustang, a song I felt was too feminine till now. Now that she was gone, I would gladly attach myself to anything that would give me a close connection with Rose. Not this twat that was standing before me with a fake smile.“What do you want?” I asked with a bored expression. I did not even try to hide my anger.Her face fell as I spoke. “you seem so in a hurry to dismiss me,” she said in a disappointed tone.I nodded, too tired to kid or feign concern. “Yes. Jenny, I want to be left alone”“But I am your mate and we need to work things out. You know that. Rose is gone and I am here. She is probably fucking Finn”Ang
Luca pov“I have a message for you,” Sabrina said, smiling at me. I looked at Russell and Lorenzo. They both had raised eyebrows on their faces as they scanned Sabrina’s face, trying to detect what was wrong. Why would she be here?I sat up, facing her. “Go on,” I said with a tone of nonchalance. Trying my best to convey to her that she could say anything before them.She glanced at them and then at the office. She walked around the office, her heels making a sound.“serious?” She asked with a raised eyebrow, her voice deepened with anger as she glared at me.I nodded. She plastered a smile on her face and continued walking around.“Nice decor,” she said in an overly bored tone. I rolled my eyes in return. She has been to the place before. Why would she be saying that?I heaved a sigh “Sabrina, you have been here before. Don’t you think that is an unnecessary compliment?” I asked.She stopped and smiled at me, then used her fingers to caress the shelves. And don’t you think it is foo
Luca POVI turned to face her, seeming genuinely honest. “Tell me, Jenny. What does it look like inside your brain?” I asked.Her eyes widened, and she seemed shocked by my question.“What do you mean?” “Don’t you know how to interpret English? Or has cheating also eaten your interpretation aspect?” “Luca, I am sorry,” she apologized.A chuckle escaped my lips. “You cheated on me and left without a single word, and you expect me to still be in love with you? You still expect me to worship your cheating ass?” I asked angrily.A glint of anger passed through her eyes as she took in deep lips. Sorry, the breath to control herself and spoke in a sensually soft voice, “I am sorry Luca, as besides Russell left me with no choice”“Well, I left you with a choice, and that is to be with me. Be my mate and stand by me, out of choice, but you didn’t. Instead, you opened your legs for my cousin the moment I was gone and claimed he killed you”She scoffed, looking unapologetic. "You criticize me
Luca POVShe’s gone. Like she is gone. After all the promises and all the sacrifices, she is gone. She did not bother fighting for us. She just left with Finn.I know I was kind of a coward for hugging Jenny when she came, but I missed her. I had always missed her. I missed her to the point that my heart ached at the mention of her name. So it was only natural to hug her, but I expected Rose to understand and not just decide to leave me alone. Does she think she would be happy there? With a man that she does not know? Finn might even try to harm her and she has no one.I rake my hands on my hair as different thoughts cross my mind. Jenny is in my room waiting for me to come and talk to her as usual. If it was the former me, I would have done that. Maybe kiss her in the bedroom and make love to her, but I was different. Rose had changed me and left with a part of me.“You know you eventually have to talk to her?” Russell said, breaking me from my thoughts.I glared at him with disdain
Rose povBloodhound Pack is an entirely different pack from my home. When I say they are different, I mean they have their law and norms, but they behave differently.For instance, we have an organized pack. We all know where the market is and where the cinema is, and most of them dress according to their rank, making it easy to identify, and every commercial institution is owned by the Alpha family.Whereas, in Finn Pack. There are different little stalls, with various cinemas and other locations, and they bear different individual names. Lastly, I do not see anyone dressing according to their rank.This is strange. I mean, how do they make their money if they don’t own things and how do I know that I am not about to run into a rogue or greet a council elder with a little respect?Clearing my throat, I decided to ask Finn, “Who owns the cinema and other commercial places?” I ask, clearly making sure I do not sound insulting.“The wolves,” he likes it means, reply nothing. To me, the