FATHER IN LAW Iris' POV He looked at me with a small smile, but it quickly turned serious. ‘Yes, Iris, I love you,' he said.” I know our past is complicated, but my feelings are real. Do you feel the same way?' He gazed into my eyes, searching for an answer. I tried to brush him off, hiding how his words made my heart skip a beat. 'Let's not talk about this now, there’s no time for chitchat,' I said. 'I need to get ready for our engagement . I'm not interested in romance and you know that,' I lied, trying to sound convincing.I slipped into the dressing room and started trying on the outfits set aside for me. With each new look, I admired myself in the large mirror. I couldn't help but smile - I looked amazing in every single one!My mind kept wandering back to my conversation with Gavin. If he truly loved me, why was he still paying attention to another woman who even knew my whereabouts and had the guts to even visit? I wondered if the lady who came earlier was right - was he re
LURKING ENEMY Iris' POV I stood there, feeling like I'd been punched in the gut, as Gavin's father walked away with a smug look on his face. His harsh words kept echoing in my mind, making my heart feel heavy and my thoughts a jumbled mess. What did he mean when he said I wasn't welcome? Did he really dislike me that much? And what was Gavin hiding? His father's words made me wonder if I was just a pawn in some game Gavin was playing. I tried to tell myself it didn't matter, that this was just a temporary arrangement, but the hurt and rejection I felt wouldn't go away. I felt like I'd been slapped in the face and couldn't shake off the sting. His father's dislike for me felt personal, and it hurt more than I expected.I have heard of Mr Williams of the Russel family several times but never have I ever heard that he was hostile. Or maybe I didn’t know it all like I thought. I paired what he said to what Ciara had said earlier and it made my stomach turn. The air in the building be
DANGER IN THE PACK Iris' POV Jane got shot.Helen ran out of the mansion and immediately sprang into action, her heart racing as she rushed to Jane's side. "Oh no, Jane! Oh God, no!" she exclaimed, scooping up her limp body in her arms. I spun around, scanning the area frantically for any sign of the shooter, but there was no time. Jane's eyes fluttered closed, and her head lolled back, a crimson stain spreading across her shoulder."Jane, stay with me!" I begged, my voice trembling as I rushed alongside Helen. "Don't close your eyes, stay awake!"Helen hastened towards the mansion, her breath coming in ragged gasps. "We need to get her inside, now!" she yelled, bursting through the doors.I followed close behind, my eyes darting wildly around the room. "Where's the first aid kit? We need to stop the bleeding!"Helen laid Jane on the couch, her hands shaking as she ripped open Jane's jacket. The wound was deep, and blood gushed out, soaking the fabric. Helen grabbed a nearby cloth a
A LITTLE SEDUCTIONGavin's POVI slumped back in my office chair, rubbing my tired eyes. Two days had passed since I got officially engaged to Iris, and what should have been a joyful time was instead marred by a series of unsettling events. All these pack attacks by omegas who seemed to be under some sort of mind control. They were acting like higher-ranking werewolves, but with a feral edge that made them almost unrecognizable.What even worried me more that It wasn't just my pack that had been hit - Iris's pack had been attacked at the same time. And then, to make matters worse, someone had tried to assassinate Iris the moment she arrived at her territory. My heart still raced at the memory of it. I had almost lost her before we even had a chance to start our life together.I sighed, running a hand through my hair. I was determined to get to the bottom of this, to find out who was behind these attacks and put a stop to it once and for all.As I sat there, my mind began to wander.
UNWANTED GUESTGavin's POV "That's it, little boy," I said, gently ruffling his hair. I wondered why my dad would try to involve a child in his schemes. I had warned him many times to stay away from anything involving Iris and me, but he won’t listen until I squeeze life out of him with my bare hands."Uncle Jerry said I could go toy shopping," Logan said, smiling widely, showing all his little teeth. "So I got something cute for Lyra.""That's sweet, Logan," I teased. "Lyra will be proud to have a thoughtful brother like you." I praised.Logan giggled softly."Come on, buddy, it's time to go," I said. I didn't want him to be seen around, especially during this critical time. I needed to keep him safe, or Iris would never forgive me."Bye, Daddy!" Logan exclaimed, running off with his little box. My dad would never seize to amaze me. Bringing our little boy into this was just out of it, I think he needs to be warned and I hope he doesn’t extend his hostility to my little Lyra. My
ALONE WITH GAVINCiara's POV I was so happy to finally be here with Gavin. It felt like I had ticked one of the boxes on my to-do list. I had wanted this for a while now. To be in his face every moment so he'll at least notice me and ditch that scumbag. But there’s a little problem, I'm not so happy. I know you would ask why because this is what I wanted badly but the reason is simple— the twins are here too. They are always around Gavin, talking to him and playing with him. I don't like it.Not to mention that Logan seized every opportunity he had to remind me of how bad I was and he was never going to accept me. That hurt but didn't matter so much. I wanted to be alone with Gavin, to have him all to myself, shove myself in his face until he falls for me, but the twins are always in the way. They are like a wall between us.Whenever I try to hold a conversation with Gavin. They interrupt us. I try to sit next to him, but they sit on either side of him. Arrggh!! I'm getting frust
THIN LINE BETWEEN MY BEAST AND I GAVIN’S POV I trudged into the bathroom, the fluorescent lights overhead flickering like my mood. I rubbed my tired eyes, the day's stress boldly still stamped on my face. I splashed water on my face, feeling the coolness calm my skin. It was a relief after a long, hot day. I felt some sort of calmness until I looked in the mirror, and I saw a worn-out man staring back. My eyes were red from looking at pictures of missing people, and my jaw was tight with frustration. I felt overwhelmed and helpless.For days, I've been racing from one attack scene to another. It seemed like no one was safe, especially Iris who was in their mouths. The people behind these attacks were ruthless and determined. I knew I had to stop them, but so far, I'd failed. That feeling of powerlessness made me feel even weaker.I stepped into the shower and let the warm water wash over me, feeling it soak into my skin as I closed my eyes and gently massaged my head. I hadn't had
FIGHTING THE INNER MEGavin's POV “Daddy, did you want to hurt her?” Lyra asked as I patted her back slowly trying to put her back to sleep. I was at a loss for words and didn’t know what to say. But I had to say something else: she will keep being scared.“Errmmm, no baby, I didn’t want to, I was just, you know… angry.” She wanted to say something else and I didn’t want that because she could ask one question after another until morning. “Don’t say anything else dear, just close your eyes and go to bed so I’ll get you ice cream by morning,” I bribed. She stayed quiet shitting her eyes and allowing sleep engulf her.After ensuring Lyra was safe and sound in her bed, I walked towards my room and stumbled on Ciara who was still cowering in the corner of the staircase. I knew I had to get her out of there, not just for my sake but for Lyra's as well. I couldn't let my daughter see her like this, and I definitely couldn't let Ciara's presence upset me further. I felt like smacking her