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A Beta with Secrets
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Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts A Bond Unbroken
Darius I wiped the sweat from my brow, feeling the burn in my muscles as I surveyed the group of warriors sprawled on the training grounds. They panted and shook, clearly worn out from the relentless drills. Today, I’d pushed them harder than usual, teaching them techniques my old master once drilled into me.“All right, enough,” I called, my voice ringing with authority. “We’ll pick up where we left off tomorrow.”The warriors groaned with relief, exchanging looks of exhaustion and gratitude before dispersing. For me, training was just one part of the endless responsibilities of a chief commander. Planning, strategizing, and, lately, dealing with pack politics seemed never-ending. I’d lost track of how many hours I’d been out here. My body was heavy with fatigue, and I decided I’d earned a long, scalding shower.When I stepped through the door of the Clawson estate, I pulled off my shirt, tossing it over my shoulder as I headed for the stairs. But the sight of someone lounging in th
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts New Office, Old Secrets
Jade’s POVI took a step back, admiring the final touches on my new office. The walls were painted a calming shade of blue, the kind that reminded me of early dawn, rich and promising. My father hadn’t spared any expense; shelves of dark wood, brass fixtures, and an expansive desk were carefully arranged to convey authority yet ease. This space was a reminder that I was acting Alpha now, and he’d made it clear I couldn’t just lounge around in my room anymore or find excuses to avoid responsibility.“Omegas, set the files on the left shelves and the meeting notes near the desk,” I instructed, motioning to a small stack of documents waiting to be organised.The Omegas nodded respectfully, hurrying to complete the task. Just as I turned to review the files, I heard the door click open, and my new beta, Liliana, entered with a confident stride. Her presence was commanding, almost electric. She was beautiful, powerful, and radiated this effortless sense of authority. Sometimes, I still cou
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts Behind Close Doors
JadeFor a few agonising seconds, uncomfortable silence hung thick in the air. I could feel Darius’s gaze searing into me, every second a quiet demand I wasn’t ready to answer, and it took everything in me not to shift under his scrutiny. My eyes darted around the room until they landed on the chair across from me, and I awkwardly pointed to it.“Why don’t you… take a seat?” I said quietly. I just needed him to sit further away, somewhere that would let me keep my head straight.Darius followed my gaze, his lips pressing into a barely restrained smile as he looked at the chair. It looked ridiculously small next to his powerful frame, almost laughable. I swallowed hard, feeling heat creep up my neck.“Actually, maybe…” I gestured to the larger chair nearer to me, hoping he wouldn’t notice how nervous I felt. He nodded, stepping closer and lowering himself into it. The air between us felt tighter now; every inch he moved closer, making it harder to ignore how his presence stirred someth
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts The Heat of the Moment
Jade Lilian’s gaze stayed glued to Darius, her eyes wide and too focused, like seeing him had knocked the air out of her. The silence stretched, uncomfortable and strange, making my nerves spike. I cleared my throat, hoping to break the awkward tension."You must have seen him around Mrs. Clawson's house," I said, trying to sound casual. "She’s his mother."Lilian blinked, breaking eye contact with Darius. “Actually, no, I… I haven’t,” she replied calmly, though there was a flicker in her eyes that betrayed her. “Once, I thought I saw a shadow built like him, but it... disappeared too fast.”I nodded, feeling a tiny prickle of doubt but deciding not to press. I didn’t want to make things any more awkward than they already were. "Right," I said, forcing a small smile. "So, why did you stop by, Lilian?”Her face softened, and she bent down to retrieve the file she'd dropped. “I wanted to help you with this.” She extended it to me, her hands steady. “They’re contacts I know—good people,
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts The Thin Line Between Love and Hate
Jade’s POV“Da—Darius.”The name slipped out before I could stop it, as if speaking it aloud would shatter the spell he seemed to cast over me. My pulse quickened as I stared up at him, surprised—I had expected him to be tucked away somewhere, whispering secret words with Lilian, just as my gut had warned me. But here he was, standing right before me, his eyes locked on mine with a look that was almost... challenging.Darius extended his hand, that maddeningly cocky grin plastered across his face. I took a shaky breath, fists clenched with the urge to wipe that grin off him so strong I could almost taste it.“Darius,” I repeated, my voice sharp with accusation. Pushing myself up, I dusted the dirt from my hands, facing him fully, my eyes narrowing.His cocky grin only widened, one brow arching with infuriating casualness. “What?” he asked, his tone light, almost mocking.“You said there was training going on here,” I shot back, crossing my arms. “Where is everyone?”He shrugged, his g
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts Silent Fears
JadeI took a deep breath, finally pushing Darius from my mind as I closed the last file with a satisfying snap. My desk was cluttered with papers and research notes, all narrowed down to one goal: finding the best scientist to help us develop the weapons we needed to take on Alpha Jericho and any future threats that dared challenge us. Lilian’s file had been a godsend; she’d gathered names and contacts I would have struggled to find on my own. I made a mental note to thank her next time I saw her.Lilian was a good beta, and with her help, all that was left was to show Darius the list and set up meetings with these experts as soon as possible. The last thing we needed was for Jericho to catch wind of our plans and get a head start. I stretched, feeling the fatigue settle in my bones as I leaned back and rolled my shoulders, wincing at the stiffness.When I glanced out the window, I was surprised to see it was already evening. The sky was tinged with soft pinks and oranges, fading int
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts Ties That Bind
Darius PovI dismissed the young warriors with a wave of my hand, barely managing to hide my smile as they groaned in protest.“That’s it for today,” I said. “We’ll pick up again tomorrow.” I watched them drag their feet away, reluctance etched into every line of their weary bodies."Come on, Commander! We’re just getting started!" One of the warriors called, eyes still shining with that eager spark.I chuckled, shaking my head. "You’ll thank me later when you’re not collapsing before dinner," I said. "This isn’t just about strength—it’s about lasting through the whole fight. Think of your sisters, your mates, and your mothers. This training could save their lives one day."That quieted them, and one by one, they nodded, murmuring their goodbyes and dragging themselves back toward the pack house. As the last one left, I exhaled, running a hand through my damp hair, feeling the sweat on my skin. I needed a quick rinse before reporting in.“Commander,” a voice sounded behind me. I turne
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts The Ex-Factor
Darius Pov.As Lilian’s furious gaze seared into me, I darted a glance up and down the hallway behind her, my heart pounding at the thought of anyone—especially Jade’s father—seeing us together. We were, after all, standing at the entrance to his office.The last thing I needed was for him to catch wind of this mess.Gritting my teeth, I quickly seized Lilian by the arm, steering her toward an empty room down the hall. I pushed her inside with enough force to send a message but was careful not to hurt her, then closed the door firmly behind us.She stood there, crossing her arms and giving me a bitter glare, her lips curving into a mocking smile. "So, it looks like Jade doesn’t know we were mates, huh? What would she think if I told her the truth?” Her voice dripped with satisfaction."Enough, Lilian," I said, my patience wearing dangerously thin as I struggled to keep my tone level. I took a step toward her, my eyes cold as ice. “The only reason I’ve treated you with respect is becau
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Jade"Darius, please," I whispered, though I knew he could hear the tension trembling in my voice—it was impossible to hide my anxiety. "Tell me... what kind of woman is Lilian? No—better yet, who exactly is her father?"Darius looked up from the documents, pausing mid-turn of the page, his brows knitting together as he studied me. “Why the sudden interest in my ex-mate?”I pressed my lips together, clenching my fists, frustration and anxiety mixing uncomfortably in my chest. I knew I should let it go, and I also didn't want to tell him how much Lilian’s words had haunted me since our run-in, the way they clung like thorns. “Urgh!” I huffed, throwing up my hands, my pulse a drumming I could feel everywhere. “Can’t I be curious? Why are you acting so defensive?”He sighed, setting the papers down as his eyes softened. “It’s not about that. It’s just…” He hesitated, his gaze searching, as though the right words were somewhere hidden between us. “I don’t feel comfortable talking about he
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Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts In-laws and Outbursts
JadeWe gathered around the breakfast table, and I could feel the tension hanging in the air—so thick I could almost taste it, and it made my skin prickle. Everyone was seated, but no one spoke, and the silence pressed down on me. I was acutely aware of Darius’s hand brushing against mine under the table, his touch a small comfort in this unnerving atmosphere. I sat beside him, holding onto that small touch, drawing strength from it as his family’s unreadable faces seemed to study my every move, especially his mother’s. She sat at the head of the table with a regal authority that made my stomach twist.Stanley, his brother, was the first to break the silence. "Mom," he said, forcing a smile, “your food is delicious."“Yes, Mom, it’s really amazing,” his sister chimed in, nodding enthusiastically.Their words seemed to hang in the air, and for a fleeting moment, it felt as though everyone was holding their breath, unsure what to say next. The silence that followed felt even more loade
