(Kennedy's Pov)
Days passed with Alina receiving treatment for her injuries but there was still no sign of her talking. Communication has been hard but I was glad she could write. I watched her sleep, wake up, eat little, and stay in a daze all day without being responsive, and I could do nothing other than sit with her, hoping my being close to her would help a bit since I was her mate. But, to be honest, I couldn't help it anymore, I wanted her to pay attention to me, I wanted to know what was going on in her heart, I wanted to know her past, I wanted to know who had hurt her so badly so I could go for a kill! But she wasn't telling me, and the mate pull was not helping at all as it seemed to affect just me and not her, making me wonder if she truly accepted me. *Sitting in the infirmary as I talked with Jerry.* “So what do you want to do? Do you want to keep her here? What if her family is looking for her?” Jerry asked worriedly as he mixed the next herbs that were to be taken by Alina. With a confused face, I looked at him, “ What do you mean? She is my mate, meant to stay with me! She stays with me!” My wolf growls as if agreeing with me. He stared wide-eyed at him then sighed softly. “ I never knew I would see you show a possessive look on your cold face,” He laughed. “But have you asked for her opinion Alpha? What is her choice? Or does she not have a choice of her own? Why don't you ask her?” His tone was serious. And as much as I hate to admit it he was telling the truth, but… “Does it matter? She is meant to be mine! She would choose to stay, why would she leave? I can give her everything she wants, but she can't leave!” Jerry looked shocked with a weird look. “What is it?” I asked coldly. “She is not a toy! And if I have to remind you, that girl has a bruised heart, so it's better to be her protector and make her feel safe rather than… “What do you suggest I do?” I cut him off rudely and didn't want to listen to his nagging. “Talk to her, Alpha. Make her feel she is important by talking to her. Sit her down and make her feel valued, I can feel she lacks security.” His words made me reflect on myself. Have I made her feel insecure? Is that why she wasn't talking to me? “Darn it!” She is driving me crazy. Not up to two weeks since I met her and I am going insane. “Fine! I would talk to her, but I wouldn't take no for an answer. If she truly has family looking for her, I can make them live with her but she goes nowhere!” I declared and stood up, taking the already finished processed medicines with me as I strolled out of the infirmary. **************************** I knocked on the door gently, but there was no response so I pushed it open and entered. Looking at the girl sleeping on the bed, my eyes were locked on her figure. She was curled up in the bed with her knees to her chest, sleeping soundly like a baby, her hair scattered over the pillows, covering part of her face. I wonder how she felt comfortable sleeping that way. It will be so uncomfortable. Then I remembered Jerry's words… “Insecurities.” My eyes grew darker with the thought of her feeling insecure in my house, even when we were the closest at heart and soul. I walked softly to the bedside and sat gently. Looking at her palm-size cute face, my heart shuddered. I could feel the mate pull, it was so strong. I traced my finger on her face. Her eyelashes were so long, and I noticed when she blinked, it made me want to give her the whole world. Then down to her straight little nose, and her pink cheeks, then her lips… I want to… Mark her! Take her as mine, I know it’s wrong, but her mouth— I can imagine how it would feel having it clench my Little man down there, going deep down, her eyes looking at me enchantingly, with me shooting it all, holding her neck until she takes it all, take all of me…Fuck! I snapped out of my thoughts when she stirred, her eyes opened wide and when I looked down, my hand was on her neck. I looked into her and I couldn’t take my eyes away. Her eyes were in a daze as she looked at me cutely, my heart melted and grew soft. “She would be the death of me,” I muttered softly. Her eyes blinked softly as she raised her hand and asked if there was something wrong. But, why wouldn’t there be something wrong?! “I want her! My mind and body are craving for her, I want to go deep in her, I want to mark her as mine, I want her scent to be filled with mine, I want her eyes to be filled with just me!” But how can I tell her? I bet she would run away. “How are you? Did you sleep well?” I asked softly as I bent low to look at her closely, with my two arms on the bed for stability. She gestured, “I am fine. You want to see me?” She smiled gently. I hesitated, I didn’t know how to bring it up, but I knew I had to put that thought in her head. I looked deeply into her eyes, “Alina…” My voice sounded hoarse after the stimulation. “Have you forgotten we are mate!” I asked and I was not surprised to see her shocked face. She looked at me in surprise and then she looked lost. I sighed, “ I knew you forgot.” Seeing her face had gone red. I continued, “ Alina, I want to make you mine, I want to feel your pain, I want to know your thoughts, I want to care for you as my mate, I want you to be protected, can you let me in?(Kennedy Pov) I waited with bated breath after asking the question. I couldn't wait anymore, it was time for her to know what was going on, I know it was too early and she was facing some challenges but I wished to help her legitimately. I looked at her widened eyes as she looked surprised and then she furrowed her brows in contemplation, I wanted to know what was going on in her mind. This is one of the reasons I said I want to make her mine. After she becomes mine, then I will be able to read her thoughts and know when she is in distress. Then she sat up gently and looked deeply at me then shook her head heavily. My heart clenched painfully.“Are you rejecting me, Alina?” I asked and it seemed my voice came out too hard as I saw her flinch. I softened my voice, “Why? You are my mate! Don't you feel the connection between us? You can't deny it, it will happen anytime. The bond is real. Don't reject me, hmm..” I looked at her expectantly. Then she took her pen and book to write,
(Alina Pov)I looked at his shocked face speechlessly, then dressed myself appropriately with an embarrassed smile. I felt ashamed. I said I didn't want him but my body reacted so heavily to him. Thinking about the way my body has felt putty. I couldn't control myself, I didn't feel disgusted, all I felt was sweet sensations all over my body, I can't deny that. But… I can't give it a chance, I can't get hurt again, I don't want to face that same embarrassment, that same pain I had faced that day. And what I need now is not love, but power, I need to strengthen myself, I want to take revenge, I want to save my parents and take them out of the hole they are. I looked at him and decided to make things clear, so I wrote in the book, “Yes, I truly had a mate before, but we didn't get married, but he is one of the reasons I left and you met me in that situation. I was rejected by my mate and now I don't have a mate. But you saying you are my mate is more confusing, because how is it possi
(Kennedy's POV)I stormed out of her room, my mind storming with all sorts of emotions. Her words echoed inside my head, each word deeper and more painful than the last."I don't have the heart to take in someone as beautiful as you."Beautiful? That's all she thought of me? Like some passing fancy, something she could admire but never have. And her rejection wasn't a hit against my pride, it ripped the bond I felt so well. She thought she was saving me from pain, but in doing so, she was ripping me apart.My hands fisted, my nails digging into the palmar surfaces. The mention of her past mate, Marcus, seemed to fan the fire in me. He had rejected her? Hurt her so deeply she couldn't even see her worth anymore? I wanted to hunt him down and make him pay for what he had done to her. My wolf growled low in my mind in complete agreement."Weak fool," my wolf growled. "He didn't deserve her. But you do. She's ours to claim!I exhaled sharply, trying to steady myself. No. She wasn't ready
(Kennedy's POV)The woods smelled damp from the morning dew, the faint aroma of pine and earth mingling with something sharper—a metallic tang carried by the wind. I didn't need to smell it to know it was blood. Faint traces lingered in the air, old enough to dull its freshness but recent enough to remind me that rogues had passed through.My grip tightened on the reins as my steed snorted uneasily, ears flicking at invisible dangers. The stillness of the woods was unnatural; it felt forced, the kind one experienced before a storm or the ambush of an enemy."Alpha," Dean called out softly, his voice low and to my right as he flanked me. "Signs of movement ahead. Inconsistent tracks, but they're moving deeper into the woods.I didn't turn to him; my eyes stayed fixed on the shadowed expanse before us. "Scattered patterns," I said, my voice listless. "They're rogues. Sloppy, disorganized. They don't even know what they're running toward."Dan, riding just behind me, let out a low chuckl
(Alina's POV)The walls in my room felt looming over me, the air stale despite the soft breeze, the open window let in. I sat on the bed and began running my fingers up and down the frayed stitching of my dress while my mind worked out its unruly thoughts. Days had passed, each one spent within these very walls, convincing myself that this was the safest haven for me. The world outside wasn't safe; it was just so very unpredictable, full of memories I didn't want to go through.But it wasn't helping to stay in here, either. It made me trapped, not just physically, but in every other way, my life was contracted down to this space. The only thing I had was my thoughts: dangers, spiraling thoughts, remembering me of all I'd lost.And then there was him.Kennedy.There was a mate bond, tenuous but insistent, this thread I couldn't quite cut. Every time I thought about leaving the bond tugged at me, made me hesitate. How was I to move on when his presence weighed on every decision? He was
(Alina's POV)The smile of that woman lingered on warmly in my mind. It was not the smile of a stranger, an image reminiscent of my mother, comforting, patient. Suffice it that memory made me bend my head and place my hand in hers without misgivings over what road it was to take me, which was all the same with no destination to look for in my search.She firmly but tenderly took my hand as she led me through the jostling streets. Soft yet talkative, words spilled from her lips, filling in all those silent gaps I could not seem to break. "I saw you at the bun shop," she started in a light casual tone, "You looked so lost. So sad. I followed you because I knew something was wrong.”Her words caught me off guard, and I turned towards her in surprise. She giggled as if she knew how hesitant I was going to be. "Hope you don't mind my nosy nature; it's just me. I mean, one can never ignore a soul that looks hurt.”Her words stirred something in me, some mix of gratitude and shame. I was us
Kennedy's POV)The air was heavy with the stench of blood and smoke, clinging to my senses like a heavyweight. My arm throbbed from the gash that stretched across it; the crude bandage wrapped on it did little to stop the steady trickle of blood. It was only a minor wound, nothing that could not heal with time; however, the pain kept nipping at my mind, a never-ending reminder of my failure in letting the ambush catch me by surprise.What we had thought of as a handful of rogues, the worst they could be, escalated into an excellently executed plot. It was not a series of senseless attacks; they lured us deeper into the heart of their territory and then pinned us from all sides. The battles went on for days: outnumbered and with endless tension.We managed to break through, however.When they realized the advantage had passed, the rogues scattered. My pack was exhausted, with blood-matted fur, and slow-twitch movements from weariness. Yet even as we stood among the broken bodies of our
(Kennedy POV)She flinched on hearing my voice, then followed my voice as she turned to look at me, then surprise filled her face which later turned to a quiet smile, but to me it's was not bright enough, the smile was just little compared to the one she gave to that boy, it's was like a mocking smile that says I can't make my woman smile but another man can. She stood up to come to my side but I didn't allow her because I am already rushing in, I pushed the door open with a strength I didn't control, my anger already uncontrolled as I strolled angrily to her, but who knew the boy would stand in front of her as he shed her from him, which made my wolf more angry as he growls inside. “Alina,” I growled her name, “Come here.” My voice sounded calm but everyone could see the boiling anger in my eyes and the aura I am emitting. “Who are you to Alina? Besides, you can't just come in here and just order her to go with you.” The pretty boy said, still protectively protecting my mate. I s
~Alina Pov ~ A YEAR AND HALF LATER… I sat in front of the mirror with Omegas running about in my room, I stared tiredly at my bare face in the mirror. I am so tired! I hadn’t rested the night before as Klaus had been a disturbance and even if Kennedy had taken care of him last night, I still felt tired. That little guy is a little devil, he wouldn’t sleep at night and always wanted to play when everyone was sleeping. I gritted my teeth thinking of how Kennedy and his son just wouldn’t shut up and kept mumbling and laughing at night when I was asleep and now this —It’s my wedding and I have to be dressed but if I am to choose, I will go bare face in a simple dress. “Luna! Do you want this head jewel or that?!” An omega asked happily. I looked at the two pieces in front of me and sighed, “This!” I said loudly choosing the Blue one. Yes, I restored my voice two months ago, but it was a hard process. Kennedy became weaker after that and it’s said he would only go back to his peak
~Kennedy Pov~ Days had passed since the battle. I had killed and destroyed the Silvercrest pack and as for the aftermath, it’s something I have been handling for days. My men had found out about the packs that had collided with Richard and I had them go ahead to annihilate them but I kept those people. I planned to rebuild the Northern pack and make it wider so it could contain more members.I stood up after the meeting and then hurried towards home. I still haven’t been able to hug or meet with Alina since the battle and I don’t know how she is as she hasn’t come to look for me which is strange. I walked towards our home but when I got home, I was told she wasn’t indoors which made me frown. I closed my eyes and tried to reach her and my eyes lit up with happiness after being able to link with her. “Alina!” I called out excitedly. “Where are you?!” I asked anxiously. I wanted to see her right now and hug her to sleep as I hadn’t rested for a long time. “Kennedy…Can you come to th
~Kennedy Pov~ I looked at the cocky Alpha Richard with a look of disdain on my face, I turned and looked around and saw the Northern Warriors had been surrounded by the warriors of Silvercrest who had suddenly appeared, I laughed softly because I had expected it.I looked at my warriors who looked ready to risk it and none looked afraid to lose their life on this battlefield and it filled me with pride. I nodded then turned to look at the idiot in front of me.“Surrender?” I asked then shook in my head I regret, “I have never been the one to surrender especially to weak people. You should have heard about me right?” I asked then watched his cocky face become angry then he calmed down and returned to his usual fake smile but with the blood all over him, he looked anything but gentle. My eyes were cold and Ruthless as I waited for him to utter his rubbish.“Alpha Kennedy, the truth is I have always been wowed by your level of strength and I had always wanted to compete with you and to
~Alina Pov~ I watched as Kennedy led the Wolves Warriors to battle. I watched him with a hot gaze, even if I had faith in my man I still couldn't help but be worried. I don't want him to be injured again. He had just recovered and I wouldn't want him to go unconscious again as that would drive me crazy. I bit my lips as I watched the gate close but I didn't move from the gate and guided it with the other soldiers. I know I couldn't do much but I know the sight of me will calm the non fighters down. My parents had disagreed with me coming out but I had been stubborn. My child is a strong one and he should know the kind of family he came from but I wouldn't put him in danger. I wouldn't fight but I can also use my brain.I pulsed my lips and looked towards the battleground but I could only see the backs of a few of them. After waiting till late at night and the sounds of growls could still be heard, my father walked towards me and then handed me a loaf of bread and water. I looked at
~Kennedy Pov~ “BOOM!!” The sound of something blowing up sounded in my pack which woke up the warriors from the daze. It was just early morning and the warriors had been resting as they had just finished training. My eyes narrowed as I stood on top of the pack in the highest place where we fought battles when intruders attacked. I shifted into my wolf form and stood there vigilantly with eyes as dark as the night watching the thousands of wolves match my territory like it was nothing to them and they were bound to win. I let out a loud growl that shook the whole pack, waking everyone up and letting the ordinary wolves be prepared. Even if they were just members of the pack and wouldn’t be fighting I had to make them aware that the yoke had come and they must prepare themselves. I looked back and saw Alina standing far away in black armor and sharp eyes that looked so fierce. She stood protectively in front of the gate guiding the whole pack. I smiled gently at her then I let out
~Kennedy POV~Days passed peacefully but tense. The pack was filled with soldiers training for the unexpected. I walked into the huge meeting room and sat down coldly. I looked around with my cold eyes and saw all the important generals and commanders in the room with others with important positions, I nodded in satisfaction then I saw Jerry sitting in the middle. “How is Derek?!” I asked coldly which froze the already frozen air. They gulped and looked at one another then Dean stood up and bowed respectfully, “Alpha! He has been silently staying in the prison and doing fine but he wouldn’t say a word no matter how we asked.” he said and I narrowed my eyes and tapped my finger on the chair in deep thought. I pulsed my lips then nodded, “Oh..” I said then looked around with piercing eyes, “How is it going?!” I asked sharply.Dave stood up and walked to the front, “Alpha! We found out something very important and interesting! And this will be the turnover!” He said with excitement wr
~Alina POV~ I looked at him in surprise, then furrowed my brows, but nodded as I could remember that day and what he had said clearly but I don’t know why he was repeating his words now. I smiled calmly at him and asked him to continue. He smiled gently and then snickered which made me glare at him.He raised his two hands in surrender, “Okay! Okay! I will say it. Just stop glaring at me.” He said then I rolled my eyes speechlessly.His face turned serious, “I told you then that method will put Ken in trouble and will endanger him. That’s because it will endanger him truly and he might die then but not now!” He said then without waiting for us to ask him to explain, he continued. “If he had forced his power to awaken then, he might blow up and bleed to death, but since it’s come naturally now, then you can surely be saved!” He said and I looked at him with shock.I can’t count how many shocks I have received today. And I don’t want to receive more of it. I looked at him with my mo
~Alina Pov~ We walked fast-paced towards the entrance, and when we got there, I ignored the look the man who had opened the door when I came in was giving me. All I want is to take my parents to meet Adana and solve all these problems. After leaving the hidden pack, I led the way and walked forward, my parents were still weak so they couldn’t change into their wolf form so I had to lead them this way. Though slow we later got to where I was going—Jerry’s place! I took my parents’ hands and walked towards his private pack healing house and knocked on the door, I kept knocking but I didn’t hear a response until I heard the door open with a loud noise. I came face to face with Jerry’s irritable face.I forced a smile but seeing the glare he sent my way, I became speechless then I saw two frames stand in front of me making me feel warm. My mum glared at Jerry so much that he flinched and scratched his head, “Baby, is this the way they treat you? And you are still nice to them?!” My mu
~Alina Pov~I stirred awake, I looked around in a daze then turned to look outside the window, and seeing it was already dark, I wasn't bothered and turned to look at Kennedy who was deep into his dreams.I leaned closer to him and kissed his forehead, then caressed the eye bag under his eyes. I know he is tired as he hasn't been resting but this was good too, he needs to rest. I sighed quietly then climbed down from the bed and picked up my clothes to wear. I did everything quietly and even I was shocked that Kennedy who had always been alert hadn't woken up, but I smiled gently as I knew he was only like this because he loves me. I tied my hair up, then looked at him deeply and walked out of the door. Immediately I locked the door, busted out, and ran downstairs then into the forest. While running I shifted into my wolf who feels better and energetic. My wolf ran towards the place where had come from this morning and I was glad I had put the setting and Lane in my heart so it was