Author's POV Ruel watched as she tried to make sense of what just happened right now but wasn't able to find the words. "I mean, someone brought me here right now, and the kids, didn't you see them?" Ember cocked her head. "No, I didn't, anyway, it's good to see you. We were able to drive away the rogues and Alpha Trent is busy fighting them in the mountains. He went in search of you." Ember was still speechless because everything was like a dream before her eyes. She was with a man a few minutes ago. "Are you okay, ma'am?" Sonia inquired again when she saw that her mistress looked puzzled about something. There was worry in her eyes and she felt a bit worried for her too. "I'll just take the kids in while you come in." She offered and Ember handed over the kids to her absentmindedly. Ember knows that a lot of things have gone wrong. That mystery man had disappeared in the blink of an eye and no one saw him. This was unnerving so she trudged gently ignoring the gazes
Ember's POVNow, I was saddled with the responsibility of getting to know myself afresh. It was just as I expected only that I wasn't ready to be in that mix and in that stupid situation but all the same I wanted to get out of this box. I needed to understand what Ruel meant. It was just two weeks later and there was no explanation that seemed to suffice. Trent and I were on good terms but we weren't really talking. I didn't know what was wrong with him and I was having a turmoil that was threatening to consume me."Did you see what happened at the market yesterday?" I inquired from Sonia who was busy arranging the yarns. "No, not really... You should know that I don't really have the time for that ma'am, but I overheard a few maids saying that it was all Elise's fault."I stopped writing, my pen hovering over the book. "Was Elise present at the market?" "Yes, she was. I think it was... I don't really remember all that they said because I was going to send the goods through the fer
Author's POVThe room suddenly went silent after she had spoken the words. Ellie stared at him squarely. Those were her demands and she was going to get it no matter what. Xander chuckled at her audacity. Only a few people were brazen enough to spew trash and still look confident after doing that. "I see that you might have done something that made you think that your request would be granted but I'd love to inform you that it won't work. You will not be getting any celebratory dinner for the kids and at the same time, I won't be making any godforsaken speech about him being my heir." 'Especially not when I have two heirs before this one.' He added inwardly.His wolf gave a wolfish snort at the lady's brazenness. It was his human who was too slow to speak and tell her what he wanted. This was utter rubbish and he couldn't wait to knock this lady out of the way. Ellie sighed. She knew that he was going to suddenly be prudent and see no reason in doing that but she had a shocking sur
Ember's POVI was walking down the hallway only to find out that there was light coming from Trent's room. Why was he not in his office as promised? I turned toward his room and heard soft music coming from within. Well, this was a first and I never thought that this was possible. If there was a new thing that I wanted to discover, it was the fact that my husband was a music connoisseur. This was lovely to find I knocked calmly and waited for his permission to enter. "Hey, come in." He muttered and I didn't wait to be told twice before rushing in. I was smiling when I took a seat. "I didn't know that you were awake. Why are you up at this time? It's quite late?" He responded and I shook my head. He was lovely and I was feeling very bored tonight His eyes bored into mine and I smiled. "Hey... Why are you gazing into my eyes like we just met?" "I know right? It's just because you're the most beautiful woman that I've had in the previous meeting. Others don't compare to your matchl
Author's POVEllie stared at her father as they approached the weathered shack that looked like it had seen better days, yet there was no renovation. Yhr people were obviously complacent with living in such a place. She shuddered at the mere thought of having to stay here for a minute and it wasn't even as if she was trying to be condescending. This wasn't what she was looking for. Instead, she felt like there was something missing as she trudged down here."Do these people even function properly?" She inquired from her dad because this was one of the most humbling things that she had had to do. That was why she believed that it must work because all of this couldn't go to waste at all. She would be so mad if any of this happened "You do know that he can hear you right?" Her eyes widened, but there was no one around, how then could he hear her thoughts? "you're kidding right?" "No, I'm not. So that's why I say drop that ego of yours. You asked for a solution, now we are here to ge
Ember's POVI jumped out of bed immediately I heard the car sound. It was growling loudly like it had so much to say. When last did Trent service this car again? That would give me an inkling to know if I should blame the car or blame him.I glanced at my watch. We were having a meeting with a few Alphas who thought that it was their right to claim what we had worked earnestly for and it got me laughing After that accusation, Elise left the house and not only that, he made sure that there was a bit of display of love here and there which I only took in good faith without bothering to know if there was a thing attached to this.I donned my two-piece suit as I twirled to stare at myself in the mirror because that seemed to be the only way that I could actually know how I looked."There is a difference between being stunning and looking beautiful." Trent's voice wafted into the room and I turned with my hands placed across my heart. He got me scared for a minute."You shouldn't do that.
Ember's POVI ran straight to the room where the kids were kept. Trent had offered to follow me but I said no. I didn't want any bodyguard right now. The only thing I wanted was to be able to close my eyes and sleep as much as I could. My kids were in the infirmary.My phone buzzed. It was definitely from Trent. I had threatened not to go back to the Pack before he was finally able to let me go. He still waited till I got a cab that took me there. I returned in one piece staring at the kids who were lying down on the mini couch."Doctor, what happened to them?" Inquired."Oh, nothing much. It's just that I would have to see you in my office." I glanced at the sleeping Sonia. She must have been worn out when she heard the news. Going from not sleeping to watching over kids was definitely not an easy feat.Sue stirred and finally woke up. "I thought that you weren't here already. Sorry I didn't call you. My phone was faulty, ma'am..." She let out a yawn which drowned the rest of her co
Ember's POVI didn't know how hard it would be to be able to reach Xander? It was not going as well as it ought to even with the way I tried to send Sonia to get through to him. "You don't mean that he is not reachable. I mean, someone would have been able to reach him right?" "But no one was able to reach him, he just went off the radar." Sonia replied.Panic filled my heart as I stared at her. She didn't know why I was interested in getting to see him but she just found it hard to ask which I respected because I wasn't about to share anything with her.Trent walked in and I sat up straighter. "Where are the kids?" "Oh, they are in the hospital, I'm going to return soon. They are about to take their shots, you know how it can be." "I understand, but I don't really understand either. Is there any reason that I should be worried?" I shook my head, not wanting him to suspect a thing. It wasn't going to end up well but I didn't want that to happen. "I don't know, the doctor says tha
Ember squealed. "You're a naughty boy." She replied when Xander took her inside the shower. "We are too old to be having these sessions." She replied. Xander didn't think that anything was wrong with him wanting to have an alone time with his lovely wife so he smiled at her. Ember smiled at him. "I'm sorry, I was just kidding." She told him.His eyes crinkled with mirth. "I know, right. I don't even care about what you want to say but I believe that you will enjoy today's session. It promises to be mind-blowing." He bragged. She smiled at him while stroking his beards playfully. "Do you even know what this means?" She teased him.Xander peeled off the dress from her shoulders quietly and stared at her figure. "You look exquisite. I don't think I've seen anyone like you." He muttered softly while smacking his lips for effect.She rolled her eyes at his words. He would say anything just to have his way with her. "What do I expect? It's been almost twenty years." She complained.Xande
Sixteen Years Later, Dennis bounced into the room dripping with sweat and ran down to the kitchen to get a bottle of water from the fridge but met a restriction. He looked up and saw his twin brother staring at him with a glare. "Take a shower instead, you'll feel calm." He said.Dennis went mute for a minute before throwing a punch at him but his brother was faster and had predicted the move so he ducked at the last minute."Get away from the fridge, both of you!" Ember yelled and they jumped apart. She saw that they were mad at each other which made her worried. "You too are supposed to have each other's backs not be a thorn in each other's flesh." She whispered. She was trying so much to raise children who were devoid of hate and malice. The Alpha position was an edgy one which she hoped that they didn't fight each other for but coexisted perfectly together. "Why do you feel the need to show your powers when you are supposed to be each other's best friends?" She demanded The
Three years later"Mummy, can I have a taste now?" One of the boys asked and Ember shook her head, looking down at him with a smile as he had his hands around her legs."Don't be such a baby. It's not ready yet," His twin replied, rolling his eyes as he crossed his arms. The one who had his hands around Ember's leg, shot his brother a glare."Well, I wasn't talking to you" He snapped and Ember downplayed a smile threatening to form on her lips.She stirred the pasta, before turning around to face the boys just in time, when her favorite head came into her view.Xander's hair was disheveled and sticking out. He looked like he just walked out of the shower. He rounded the counter, wrapping his arm around her waist, pulling her flush against his body."This smells delicious," He closed his eyes, taking a sniff. His stomach growled in response and Ember laughed."Easy there, big boy. Soon" She muttered.Xander leaned into her, brushing his lips against the shell of her ears."But taste be
Ember's POV. A pang of headache hit me as I felt my eyes open, my legs shaking beneath my gown. Everywhere seemed black, but the sun rays through the barred hole on the door shone brightly. I strove to stand up, taking what felt like an eternity to raise a leg. Something that felt like shaped iron clashing against each other rang in my ear, and I felt compelled to know what was happening outside. I sprinted toward where the backdoor was, my legs shaking after every step, my heart racing faster with every step I took. The sound of crashing iron and steel and the rise of cries grew closer and thicker with every step I took. I had no idea what was happening outside, all I sought was to escape from this dungeon. Most of the guards were distracted by what was happening outside, none were looking my way. I guess it was lucky, and a chance for me to escape. I walked toward the exit door, but just as I reached there, the roar of a wicked smile halted me in my spot, and I was force
Xander's POV. I was seated in my palace when an emissary holding a sealed letter was brought before me by one of my pack guards. As the emissary approached, I could sense a mix of curiosity and unease from my pack members "Greetings, Alpha Xander. I bring a message from Trent's pack." He fretted going down by reclining his head onto his knees. I took the letter, breaking the seal. My eyes scanned the parchment, and my gut twisted with every word. Trent was declaring war on us. I called a gathering with my elders. We sat in a circle, the letter passed among us. "This is madness," One of them growled. "Trent knows we won't back down." "We need to prepare for battle," Another suggested, her voice steady. "Gather our strongest warriors, Xander. We'll show Trent the strength of our pack." "I'll start scouting for allies. We can't face Trent's pack alone." I looked at my elders, determination burning within me. "We'll defend our pack" The elders nodded in unison, and I k
Ember's POV I walked down the hallway slowly, this part of the house seemed to be more empty than the path I walked through once I reached the end of the house. I frowned wondering what wild goose chase Ellie sent me on. Xander wasn't here. Why would she send me here for no reason had she completely lost it? angry I turned to leave when I spotted Trent standing there with a wicked smile on his face, holding a sword. My stomach dropped knowing there was no way this was going to end well. “Trent! What are you doing here?” He smirked, the glint of the sword reflecting in the fading light. “Hello, Ember. Fancy meeting you here.” I took a step back, feeling panic rising. “Where’s Xander? He’s supposed to be here, did you do something to him?” Trent chuckled, his voice dripping with malice. “Oh, Xander isn’t coming. Ellie sent you her for me. I’m the one you’re dealing with.” Realization hit me like a punch to the gut. Ellie must have played me, setting me up for Trent. My instinc
Author's POV. Xander walked hurriedly towards the port. He had booked a safe passage through the tunnel for Ember. It had not been cheap, but he knew it was going to be worth it since he was sure she would appreciate his efforts in helping her get her complete freedom. He arrived at the spot they had both agreed that they would meet. The port was mostly deserted at this time of the day so it was going to be relatively safe and easy for her to wall around without being found by people who work for Trent. He stood around for the next ten minutes, stifling the anxiety that was quickly growing in his chest. After ten minutes, he started to call her name as he looked around the area. It could have been possible that she had missed her way and was staying at another spot instead of the one they had initially agreed to meet. She was supposed to have been here. They had agreed that they would meet at that spot and he had been exactly on time. If there had been any delay or anything t
Ember's POV. I wasn't moved by her words because I knew that I had a higher backing that would help me out when it was time. All she just needed was the go-ahead from me. Then I knew that she would be able to go ahead to focus on getting the answer. I chuckled softly and looked at her. "Did you want us to respect you, Ellie? You should accord yourself some respect." I told her and she looked at me. "Who the hell are you?!" She challenged me. Her eyes flared at me and I smiled at her. "Are you my husband's concubine?" She asked and I held myself from saying just like you were. That would be a big slap on her face which I didn't really mind though. I liked the fact that she was really struggling to make it work. I didn't care about her and all that she was doing. All I wanted to know is that there would be a need for us to just stay for a while and rest before finally talking about our past life. In just a few years she would be controlling the whole arena but if I stood up rig
Ember's POV. I couldn't help but feel very remorseful when he came close to me. I was a bit skeptical in the beginning but after a while I finally realized that there might be something missing which I wasn't taking into cognizance. Xander reclined into the seat as he stared at me but I maintained his glare. He wasn't going to unnerve me. So what if he didn't sleep with her? All of this was still his fault. If he had not taken those steps when he finished getting her pregnant, then maybe I wouldn't resent him this much. "You didn't defend me when I needed you the most, I don't think you remember that incident, or do you?" I asked him and he shook his head. "I don't think I do. Why would I purposely not want to talk to you? I was under an influence and believe me when I say that it's something that I regret till this day because of this now we are in deep shit. Call me sentimental, but as much as I hate this man I don't feel like harming him at least not yet, do you underst