Only if he knew Rebecca was faking it.She groaned. She was excited at how close David was to her now. She could smell his breath.He had been avoiding her since she got here. He didn't like to come near her.Now that she saw how worried he was, she was convinced he cared for her and their unborn child."It's this side."She placed his hand on one side of her stomach.He had never placed his hands on her stomach before. She was happy she was doing this.Now, she would have to keep faking it so she would always get his attention like this."Come. Sit first."He helped her sit carefully."Let me call the doctor."Rebecca gazed upon him. She never could believe he was this compassionate."I'm fine now. Don't worry."David sighed. He didn't believe she was fine."I'm sorry for putting you through all this."Rebecca apologized.David pinched his brows. He had put himself in this trouble he wasn't ready for.David ignored her and walked away. If she said she was fine, there was nothing he c
David had come home one rainy Friday night.Rebecca was in her room carefully applying cream sparingly on her face and neck.She heard the door to David's room slammed. Fear gripped her. She peeped through the keyhole to see what was happening.David was talking fiercely to one of his bodyguards. Rebecca was curious.David seemed very angry. He had just come home after several weeks he had been away. Now he came home with an angry face?She scoffed. Did she irritate him that much? Would he ever love her?Many questions raced through her mind.When she was sure David had entered his bedroom. She opened the door and walked outside.She wanted to catch up with Ryan."Wait."She whispered. She did not want David to hear her. It would be bad if David knew she wanted to ask his bodyguard what they were discussing.Ryan did not hear Rebecca until she touched him."I have been calling you."She did not know if he heard her, or refused to answer him. They didn't regard her in this house. She w
"I don't know what to do."David wanted Leila back into his life. He badly wanted to see her, he wanted to fix things between them.He had never felt useless in his entire life. He needed help, and he had sought for it.Silas sighed.He knew about everything that had happened between him and Leila."You know, you cannot send Rebecca out. The unborn child has your gene."David nodded. He would not make that rash decision. He pressed his eyes with the heels of his palm.She had offered that greedy slut a reasonable amount of money."I offered her money but she declined my offer. She would rather birth that child."David shook her head."You think I will love that child? I have no feelings for his mother."He was burning with rage.Silas placed his hand on his shoulder."There are important matters you should face now. You will have to deal with this Rebecca issue later."There was one mysterious person behind all this. They had to discuss it first."The werewolf is still out there. He w
Leila found it difficult to concentrate on her work. She had been given a break from work so she could clear her mind.She knew in her heart it was a suspension she had been given. Her boss had called it a break so it would not look offensive.Her mind had been preoccupied with everything that had happened so far in her life. She moved toward the table to serve customers drinks.Her focus wavered. She didn't notice her hand was shaking, her grip on the tray loosened, and she accidentally tilted it too far. A delicate glass cup teetered precariously on the edge before it eventually slipped from her grasp.The glass cup shattered on the floor.It had gone on like that for a few days now, losing focus and breaking plates too.The manager had called her aside one evening."You've not been yourself recently. You've not been focused. I know you know."Leila sighed."I'm sorry for breaking the plates and glass cups. I will...."The manager cut her short."I understand It's an accident."The
Scarlet's ex-husband, Thomas, came to visit Scarlet with their son, James.Scarlet hugged her son affectionately with tears in her eyes. She had missed him so much.Thomas glared at Collins. He didn't like him.He knew something was going on between him and Scarlet. That was the reason he disliked him so much.Collins didn't care. He returned the glare. There was an awkward silence between them. It was as if they were communicating with their eyes.Collins smiled at James."Hi."He also returned the smile.Collins headed out. He knew he had to give them privacy."I miss you love."Scarlet kissed James's head. She had agreed with Thomas it was safe to stay with him for now.Thomas was enraged. Collins's presence enraged him so much, he furrowed his eyebrows at Scarlet."Mummy. We went on a family trip and it was awesome. I saw a zebra. I wish you were there with us.""Really?"She met Thomas's gaze on her.She sighed. Even when they were still together, they had never gone on a family
"James!"Scarlet could feel her heart beating out of rhythm. They had left the little boy here alone by himself.Where had he gone?Thomas checked the other rooms if he could find him there. They both were worried."I found him!"Thomas shouted so Scarlet could hear him. He was in Jane's bedroom checking out her drawings.Tears slid down his face. Thomas consoled him, pulling him closer, and kissing his head softly."It's my fault."James sobbed.Scarlet's heart shattered into tiny pieces hearing him say that. She walked toward him."It's not your fault love."She would not allow him to take the blame. It was not his fault."I shouldn't have left her there on her own. We should have just gone home.""I'm sorry darling. It's not your fault. She would not want you to blame yourself either.""I left her there. Tell me why it's not my fault. I...."He trailed off. He would have done anything to turn back the hands of time. He missed his sister so much.Sometimes it felt like he was dreamin
David did not give up on finding Leila. He had all the money and connections to find her wherever she was.A few of his security guards who were skilled in tracking down people began their search by analyzing Leila's online presence, tracing her digital footprint, and monitoring any communication networks she might have used.They examined her social media accounts, emails, and financial transactions, hoping to find any potential leads.They had been doing all this for quite some time now, monitoring any financial transactions from her but it was as though she knew about all this.She had not been online, she changed her line, and everything. She didn't want to be traced.David was restless. It was as though he wasn't doing enough. His security guards knew how important the search was, they had put in all effort, monitoring her social media handles.They had even tried to message her on all her social media handles, hoping she would reply. It had been three months now, and she hadn't
David sighed.He would do everything possible to get Leila back into his life.They would be going to Asheville, North Carolina, tomorrow morning.It felt like the longest night for David. He just couldn't wait for the day to break.The plane took off as early as possible. They tracked her down to the suburbs.David alighted from the car. He stood akimbo before a quaint and inviting four-story building house.Ryan was beside him, also staring at the building before them."Should we ask the neighbors?"Ryan asked David. A man had just come out from the house. He had a grocery bag with him.What were they waiting for? It was obvious the man was her neighbor. They should just ask him if he knew anyone who bore the name, Leila.David shook his head. He knew something wasn't right. He could sense it."I don't know this feeling. I think something is not right."David approached the man himself.He asked him if he lived there. He responded positively.He sighed and paused for a while. He ask
The soft, white sand stretched as far as the eye could see, and the rhythmic sounds of crashing waves provided a soothing backdrop for the joyous occasion.David and Leila would be celebrating their love on a picturesque beach.The beach was beautifully adorned with delicate white and pastel-colored flowers, carefully placed to enhance the natural beauty of the surroundings. A romantic arch, intricately woven with cascading blooms, served as the focal point for the ceremony. Gauzy white curtains billowed gently in the coastal breeze, creating an ethereal atmosphere.Rows of comfortable seating, decorated with flowing ribbons and flower petals, awaited the arrival of their beloved guests.It was a beautiful day for both Leila and David. Leila was adorned in a stunning white gown, gently gliding down the aisle, Scarlet took her arms as they walked side by side.Her eyes were locked on David, the man she cherished and would spend the rest of her life with. It was the best moment, seeing
Leila's heart raced with excitement as she strolled hand-in-hand with David through a romantic park on a cold night.David held her hands and began."You complete me. Your smile awakens me, making me want to burst open...you are my strength and weakness. Without you, my life is meaningless."Tears glistened in Leila's eyes. A warm blush rose to her cheek. She felt a surge of ecstasy washed over her.She loved him so much too. Her eyelids fluttered.She gasped. She wrapped her hands around him and kissed him like it would be her last."I love you so so much."As they walked along a moonlit path, Leila saw a soft glow in the distance. Curiosity lit up her eyes as they reached an open area of the park, revealing a breathtaking sight: a dark sky illuminated with bursts of colorful fireworks dancing in the air which said,'will you marry me?'Leila wasn't sure she had seen it. She wasn't dreaming.She was amazed. Her eyes lit up."Oh my goodness! David, did you see that?"She turned her he
David ran down the stairs."See who's here."Rebecca cringed when she saw David.David sighed and removed his hands from his pocket. He was not expecting to see her.Leila knew Rebecca stayed with Collins and also lost her baby. David had told her all about it."I know you've learned your lesson. I hold no grudges against you."Leila meant what she said. Rebecca just had to start doing the right thing from now on.David furrowed his brows at Rebecca. She should thank her stars she did the right thing. If she had not come to apologize, he would have come for her.Ryan gazed at Rebecca. Her eyes were begging Leila and David. Ryan had intentionally let her in.She had to apologize to Leila for everything she did to her. Leila deserved all the apologies.Now that Ryan gazed intently at her, she was not on her knees. How could she be standing and apologizing?Ryan made her knelt. He pressed her down.He then winked at her. That was the right way to apologize."You can leave now. I will for
Scarlet, Thomas, and James came in with bouquets in their hands and wide smiles on their faces.Leila was ecstatic. Scarlet and Thomas looked like a couple when they stood side by side.They hugged. Scarlet was glad to see Leila. She meant the whole world to her.James had grown tall.They all had a lengthy conversation, giggling and laughing.It was all Leila needed at that moment. Their enemy was no more, it was everything to Leila.Now, she didn't have to sleep in fear. She had always worried herself out, doubting if everything would be alright in the end.She was glad her mind had found peace now.It was over.Thomas and James later took their leave. Scarlet stayed back, she had a lot to discuss with Leila."I know."Scarlet began.Leila did not get her. What did she know?"I know about Collins and David."Leila still did not get her. She wondered what it was she knew about Collins and David."Someone by the name.....Anna. Yes, Anna. She explained everything to me."Leila gazed in
He shoved it inside his mouth."Eat your eye! You evil bastard."He spat it out, moaning.Collins felt the World closing in on him. He muttered,"I hate you."He cackled softly. He would come again for Leila even after death. He would haunt her in her dreams and become her nightmare.David drove a sharp dagger into his mouth. He pulled it out and stabbed him all over the face.After he had destroyed his face, he unsheathed a silver dagger and drove it into Collins's chest.TWO DAYS LATEREverything felt like a dream to Leila. Her eyes snapped open.She didn't feel weak or felt any pain in any part of her body.She easily slid out of bed and made her way through the hallway to the living room. She had no idea what was happening.She was stunned at the sight that greeted her in the living room.She gaped.Anna saw her first."Leila."The rest of the werewolf family were having a discussion, they had not seen Leila quickly.Anna rushed toward her."How do you feel? Is your jaw stretching?
Tears streamed down her face.She had begun to feel nauseous. Something was pulling her from the inside.She wondered if that was her inner wolf. Her eyes widened. She had no idea what it would look like for her to change into a werewolf.She was sure she had been infected by Collins. A bite alone meant something."It's almost getting dark. I will begin the first phase of the honeymoon. The first phase of the honeymoon would be before we wed and the second phase would be after we have wedded. When it's full moon."Leila had not been listening the whole time. Her mind was occupied with the thought of changing into a werewolf.Collins didn't care if she was listening or not. He had come a long way. He could not wait to start the first phase of his honeymoon.He stripped her off.Leila was gobsmacked."What? What are you doing?"She was left only with her undies. She tried to break free from the chair she had been bound to.She was screaming.Collins did not stop. He fondled her breast a
Anna was sure Valerie had seen something."If you had seen the innocent Collins, you would feel pity for him. I thought it was cruel of Valerie to say that. I was angry.""You didn't ask her why she said you could kill if need be?"Anna asked Silas."She said I would know if the time comes."Silas answered and continued."I flared up and told her she shouldn't have adopted him if she could not show him care and love. Our parents didn't raise us to be cruel."David didn't say anything. He was just listening attentively. He knew Silas was going somewhere."I raised Collins. He was a sweet boy, I thought he would be aggressive. It baffled me I didn't see anything strange about his behavior."He paused and continued."My anger at Valerie intensified. I thought she said all those mean things about Collins because she didn't want to take responsibility for him. Some weeks later, Valerie divorced her husband and moved to California with her new lover."David had now become impatient. Silas w
She meant it."If David had not caught us, I would have slapped your dirty face. You have no shame!"She spat. He disgusted her.Collins exhaled deeply."Well, there's nothing you can do about it. If you do not want me, I want you. Jane would not have died if you did what asked you to do.""Get my niece's name out of your decaying mouth.""Should I brief you on how she died?"His lips curved into a smile."I also bound her to the same chair you are currently bound to. She begged me to take her out of this creepy place. She cried for her mummy and Aunt."Leila stared dagger at him. If eyes could kill, hers could have killed Collins by now."She was scared, she hugged me, I had no other choice. When I thought of you and David fucking, it made my heart bleed, and there was no room for mercy."He paused. He bent over Leila. He wanted her to hear what he was about to say clearly."I drove the knife into her left eye first."His breath brushed her face. Leila was shaking. She wanted to brea
They knew they deserved no mercy because they failed to do their job.David opened his eyes. He exhaled deeply."Collins is the devil behind all this. Get your things and disperse. We are hunting him down."He was sure they understood he meant weapons when he told them to get their things.They all looked at themselves with wide eyes. How was that possible?"Collins?"Ryan asked. He was lost. He wanted to be sure David had not mentioned the wrong name."Yes. I found out...he deceived us all."Scarlet was sure she had not misheard him. How could he be spewing nonsense?"What?"She moved closer to him and gazed at his face. Was he sure of what he was saying at all?David knew it would be hard for everyone to believe. Collins had the most innocent face that concealed his darkest heart.He slipped his hand into his back pocket and brought out Jane's journal.He handed it over to her. Scarlet collected it. She wondered where he saw it. Thomas had given the journal to Jane as a birthday gif