Kent was on his way to see Nicolai when he ran into Cruella. He wanted to ignore her, but she didn't let him."Wait, Kent." Cruella blocked his path.Kent sighed deeply. "What do you want this time, Cruella? I really don't have time for you. I'm in a hurry to see Nicolai." "I know, and I promise I won't take much of your time." Cruella smiled.Kent had a huge frown on his face, he wonder if he should just leave rather than listen to what she's trying to say."You know me well, Kent. You know I'm not going to let you leave until you talk to me." Cruella said, as if reading his mind.Kent mentally rolled his eyes at her words. Now this is another reason he doesn't like Cruella. She always wants to have her way with anything at all. "Fine." Kent said in surrender. "What do you want to talk about? And you better make it quick because I haven't got much time to spare."Cruella smirked. "I want to know about the lady staying with Nicolai. She's not just a person he wants to have some fun w
Jasmine was in her room reading a novel Nicolai got for her when a knock on her door interrupted her."Jasmine." She heard Nicolai's voice and instantly permitted him to come in.When Nicolai walked in, she dropped her novel and made to stand up from her bed, but he stopped her."You don't have to get up, it's fine." He said to her. "How are you and the baby? Do you need anything?" He asked, going to stand beside her bed."We're fine, and I don't need anything." Jasmine replied with a smile."What about food? Aren't you hungry?" He asked. Jasmine shook her head. "It hasn't been long I ate, so I'm not hungry." "Alright, just let me know if you need anything." "I will. Thank you.'' The reason he came to see her was to talk to her about going to see a psychiatrist, but he didn't even know how to tell her. He fears she might get upset, and refuse to go see one."Nicolai?" Jasmine called, jolting him out of his thoughts."Yes.""Are you okay? You look worried." She said, her concern ev
"What do you want?" Jasmine asked.Cruella smiled at her, then she slowly approached her bed, and when she got there, she roughly pushed Jasmine's leg away and took a seat on her bed.Jasmine wanted to say something, but she let it slide.Cruella's eyes went to the little bump on Jasmine's tummy. "How could I have missed this the first time? You're not only a rejected mate, but also pregnant." She closed her eyes and focused on listening to the heartbeat of the baby. When she reopened her eyes, she smiled mischievously. "I hear three heartbeats. One is yours, and the other two belongs to the babies in your tummy." She looked at Jasmine."What?" Jasmine asked. Confusion was written all over her face."Why do you look confused? Didn't you know you're having twins?" Cruella asked.Jasmine placed her hand on her tummy. She couldn't help but wonder why the ultrasound didn't pick this up. I'm having twins?" She said in shock. She thought she was only having a baby, but now she's found out t
Nicolai has just closed from work and was on his way home when Jasmine crossed his mind. He remembered that she hasn't got much clothes and thought to get her some, so he swiftly turned his car around, heading for the clothing shop. Even though this is a bit embarrassing to him, he wanted to do this for her.Nicolai soon arrived at the clothing shop, he parked his car outside and got out. He inhaled and exhaled deeply before walking to the shop."Nic!" He heard him name and sharply turned around to see Cruella.Cruella smiled when he looked at her, then she ran to him and linked her hand to his. "I didn't expect to see you here. What brings you here Nic?" She asked with a bright smile plastered on her lips.If Cruella hadn't been his childhood friend and someone he was comfortable with, Nicolai won't hesitate to push her away because he always feels irritated when other women come close to him. Although he doesn't feel that way with Jasmine, and as for Cruella, he's only tolerating he
''What do you mean she's missing?" Nicolai demanded, his voice laced with concern. "How can she be missing?"The maid, out of breath, hurried to stand before him. "Alpha, I'm so sorry. I checked on her as you instructed, but she didn't respond to my knock. When I entered her room, she was gone."Nicolai's eyes narrowed. "What did you do next?""We searched everywhere, but she's nowhere to be found," the maid replied, her voice trembling. "That's when we called the beta.""Don't worry, Nic. We'll find her. I've sent some guards to go search for her. I would have gone with them, but I wanted to wait until you returned so I could tell you what happened.""I don't understand. Why would she want to leave? If she was having any issues she could have just talked to me about it. I just don't understand why she would want to leave." Nicolai ran his hand through his hair in frustration. He was so worried about Jasmine and her safety."Was she having any troubles? Did anyone do anything to her w
When they returned to the pack, two maids hurriedly came to help Jasmine get off Nicolai's back and took her back to her room, then another placed a new pair of clothes in Nicolai's mouth. He went to a secluded place to transform and put on the new clothes. When Nicolai was done, he hurriedly went to Jasmine's room first. He knocked on her door and waited until she permitted him to come in before he went in.Nicolai met the maids tending to her, for a while he said nothing, he could only stare at her, and Jasmine looked at him apologetically. She wanted to say something, but he stopped her by raising his hand up. "I'll come back once you're ready." He said. "Make sure to take good care of her. Feed her and keep a close eye on her. Inform me once she's all done." He said to the maids. "And if she leaves this pack while she's in your care, I promise you two that I will have both your head's served on a silver platter, and that will be after the punishment I'll give to you two." He thre
Samantha was still in Jasmine's room when Nicolai walked in."Leave us.'' He ordered, and she wasted no time in scurrying out of the room.After Samantha left, Nicolai looked at Jasmine for a while before turning his back to her. He was so mad at her, and is literally trying his bed to keep his anger in check. "Do you realize how dangerous it was for you to just leave the pack like that?" He asked, his back still turned to her.Jasmine swallowed the lump in her throat, she could tell he was very much angry with her from the tone of his voice. "I'm sorry." She replied, her voice almost a whisper."Why did you do that? Why did you leave?" Nicolai asked, turning to face her once more. "Were you having any issues here? Did someone say or do anything to you?" Jasmine shook her head in response to his question."Then why did you leave, Jasmine? Why did you have to make me so worried about you? Do you even realize the kind of danger you put yourself in? You not only risked your life but the
Nicolai and Jasmine were still having a conversation when a knock interrupted them."I'll get it." Nicolai said and stood up before Jasmine could.He went to open the door and saw Kent standing outside, looking so stressed. "I see you're already with her." He said, trying to peek into Jasmine's room. "How's she?""She's alright." "Did she say anything about why she ran away in the first place?" He asked."I don't know, she just said she didn't want to be a burden to me. I don't fully get why she would think that, but I didn't want to stress her out even further, so I didn't press much, but be rest assured that this won't happen again." He replied, then he turned to look at Jasmine who was staring at him innocently. He could clearly tell that she must be wondering who he was talking to."It's Kent, he came to check up on you." He opened the door a little bit more and moved aside, now making Kent visible."Mind if I come in?" Kent asked, and she nods her head. "Thanks." He said as he w
Jasmine's eyes fluttered open, her mind foggy and her head pounding. She was met with an unfamiliar ceiling, and her memories were hazy. She tried to sit up, but a wave of dizziness washed over her, forcing her back onto the bed.As she lay there, her memories slowly began to return. She recalled walking down the street, enjoying the city view, and then... and then, men grabbing her, injecting her with something.Panic set in, and Jasmine forced herself to get out of bed. She stumbled towards the door, her heart racing. She grasped the doorknob, but it wouldn't budge. The door was locked.Jasmine's panic turned to desperation. She banged on the door, crying and screaming for someone to let her go. But her pleas were met with silence. No one came, no one answered.As she continued to bang on the door, a sharp pain shot through her stomach. Jasmine winced, clutching her abdomen. She slowly slid to the ground, her vision blurring."What's happening to me?" She whispered, tears streaming
Nicolai turned to Jasmine, concern etched on his face. "Will you be alright on your own? I have a meeting I need to attend."Jasmine's gaze wandered around the office before she nodded. "I'll be fine.""This might take a while." Nicolai cautioned. "If you need anything, just step outside and let the receptionist know. She'll take care of you."Jasmine smiled reassuringly. "I'll be okay. You should get going."Nicolai's eyes lingered on hers for a moment before he leaned in, brushing his lips against hers in a brief, gentle kiss. With a nod, he excused himself and headed out to his meeting.As Nicolai closed the door behind him, Jasmine's gaze followed him, a soft smile still on her lips. She turned her attention back to the office, her eyes scanning the spacious room.She wandered over to the floor-to-ceiling windows, gazing out at the breathtaking view of the city skyline. The sunlight streaming in highlighted the elegant furnishings and state-of-the-art technology that equipped Nico
SHADOW MOON PACK...."Going somewhere?" Laura heard Stephan's voice, and her hand instantly froze on the car's door handle. Her heart was beating rapidly as she slowly turned to face him. "S... Stephan." She stuttered, fear suddenly gripping her.Stephan's gaze went to the suitcase beside her, a huge frown appearing on his face, then he looked at her. "Where are you heading to, Laura?" He asked, staring intently at her. "I...I was..." Laura trailed off, not knowing how to explain herself."You what?" Stephan calmly replied, too calm for her liking. "Are you really leaving me like you said you would?" "What?" "Laura..." Stephan slowly approached her, but she moved back in fear. Laura frantically looked around her and saw that she has nowhere to escape. Her back was now pressed against the car, and Stephan used that opportunity to trap her, placing both hands at either side of her head.Laura struggled to stay calm, and seeing that Stephan has no idea of what she's up to, she decide
SHADOW MOON PACK....It's been a few days since Cruella's visit, and all this time, Laura couldn't stop thinking about her offer. She was at a loss and didn't know what to do.She was currently pacing around her room, the card Laura gave her still in her hand. "Should I really go?" She muttered to herself. "What will Stephan say when he finds out about this? Heaven knows what he'll do to me." She panicked."Then don't let him find out." Her subconscious said."But if I want to secure my position here, then I must get to Jasmine first." She said, a hint of confidence in her voice. "Jasmine can't be brought here, she can't ruin everything for me." Laura spat. She then rushed to grab a suitcase and hurriedly went to start putting some clothes in it. She's going to make her escape from here tonight.****Jasmine woke to the gentle pressure of a muscular hand wrapped around her. "Nick?" she called, a hint of surprise in her voice. She hadn't even noticed him joining her in bed."Good morni
Cruella was just returning home, and when she saw Nicolai's car parked outside her home, her hand froze on the steering wheel. Her blood ran cold as she thought that Nicolai must have discovered where she went to and that's why he's here. But there's no way he could have found out, right? Not unless he has someone following her, but why would he even want to do that? Does he suspect her? He shouldn't!So many questions ran through her mind, and the only way to get the answer is to go meet him. She turned off her car and braced herself for what's to come before stepping out."Cruella." Nicolai called as he met her half way."N...Nick.'' Cruella stuttered, she was so nervous but tried to maintain her cool. "What are you doing here? I wasn't expecting you.""Yeah, I just wanted to talk to you about something but you weren't home. Where have you been?" He asked.Cruella studied him for a while, and she only calmed down when she saw that Nicolai truly had no idea of where she's been. That
Cruella was just leaving the Shadow Moon Pack when Laura rushed outside to meet her."Wait!" She half yelled.Cruella stopped walking, she slowly turned around to meet her, a smile plastered on her lips. "I was starting to wonder what was taking you so long." "What?" Laura asked, confusion etched on her face."What? You thought I wasn't aware that you were eavesdropping on my conversation with your Alpha?" She scoffed. "Come on honey, I'm not stupid, but it's okay because I don't mind you listening at all. We can both be of help to each other.""You must be mistaken." Laura replied, folding her hands across her chest. "You're helping Stephan bring Jasmine back to the pack, and that's something I don't want.""Why? Because you think she's going to ruin your perfect plan of becoming the Luna?" "You seem to know too much don't you." Laura stated, she didn't like the fact that Cruella was acting all high and mighty; like she knows everything."Reading you isn't hard; you're just like an
"Cruella Reed." Laura repeated. "What's your business with Jasmine?'' "If you stick around, you'll find out soon. I'm pretty sure you and I can be of great help to each other." Cruella replied, her smirk still in place.Laura was about saying something when a guard interrupted them. "The Alpha is ready to see you now." He informed Cruella. "Please come with me.""Sure.'' Cruella smiled. Just as she was about to follow the guard, Laura instantly held her hand."Do you know where Jasmine is?" She asked.Cruella looked at her for a while before she finally replied. "Yes.""And that's what you're here for? To reveal her location to Stephan?" "Yes."Laura shook her head. "You can't. I can't let you do that." She stated, a hint of urgency in her voice.Cruella scoffed, then she shrugged Laura's hand off. "Isn't that too late now." She replied with a smile before leaving with the guard.Laura wanted to stop Cruella from revealing the truth about Jasmine's whereabouts to Stephan, but Cruell
SHADOW MOON PACK...Stephan's eyes locked onto Drake, his beta. "Any news?"Drake shook his head. "Nothing, Alpha. We've been searching for months, but there's no sign of her. Maybe it's time to consider that she doesn't want to be found." He said calmly.Stephan's eyes flashed with anger, and he hurled his whiskey glass at Drake, missing his face by inches. "Don't dare tell me to give up!" He thundered. "You don't understand what she truly is."''The search continues until we find her, and I don't care if it'll take years. I will find her and have her to myself once again." He stated firmly."Keep searching, and you're not allowed to stop." He ordered.Drake sighed deeply. "Yes, Alpha." He bowed in respect before leaving.Soon after Drake left, Laura walked into Stephan's office, not bothering to knock. When she saw the look on Stephan's face, she instantly guessed that his search party must have failed to locate Jasmine again."No progress?" She questioned with a small smirk on her
Jasmine and Nicolai lay side by side on her bed, their faces inches apart. They gazed into each other's eyes, the love and adoration between them palpable.Jasmine's voice was barely above a whisper as she spoke, her words filled with wonder. "I keep thinking I'm going to wake up, and this will all be just a dream."Nicolai's eyes crinkled at the corners as he smiled, his fingers brushing against Jasmine's cheek. "This is real, Jasmine.'' He whispered back. "We're real."Jasmine's eyes sparkled with tears as she looked at Nicolai. "I know." She whispered. "It's just...I never thought I'd find someone like you. Someone who loves me for who I am."Nicolai's expression softened, his eyes filled with emotion. "You deserve all the love in the world." He whispered. "And I'm honored to be the one to give it to you."As they spoke, their faces drew closer, their lips almost touching. The air between them was charged with tension, their love for each other hanging like a promise.Without anoth