Catherine's POV
After dinner at Mabel's place, Noah and Hedwig were already sleepy. "Daddy..." Hedwig immediately crawled into Blake's arms, wanting to sleep. Noah was also a little sleepy and somewhat tired. After I said goodbye to Mabel, Blake and I left Mabel's place with Hedwig and Noah in our arms. "You take the kids home. I'll drive myself." When we reached the door of Mabel's place, I decided not to go with Blake. Blake did not insist. "OK. Drive safely." His sudden concern surprised me. I didn't say anything. I simply nodded and handed Noah over to him. After I got into the car, I didn't start the car immediately. I sat in the car and was in a daze for a while. I had to admit that Blake was becoming better. He wasn't as aggressive as before. Also, his indifferent and hostile demeanors that I hated were gone. I found it easier to communicate with him, and just now, he showed his concerns about me. Why theCatherine's POV At Blake's insistence, we went to the best hospital in Sayreville, though it was relatively far from the lakeside villa. After the doctor examined Hedwig, we gave her something to reduce her fever. Soon, Hedwig started to sweat, and she was no longer burning. The doctor said that Hedwig's fever was because of her inflamed throat. The doctor prescribed some medicine and told us to go back to see how things went. If Hedwig didn't get better, we had to come back tomorrow for further treatment. On the way back, I was a little tired. Hedwig was in Blake's arms, and I leaned against the back seat with my eyes closed. Maybe I was too sleepy. I just wanted to take a nap, yet I fell asleep. I slept soundly and did not realize that I was leaning against Blake's shoulder. The car drove back to the villa. It was already past four in the morning. I woke up and suddenly found my head resting on something warm.
Catherine's POV I turned around and smiled when I saw Leo's flushed face. "So what? If you think you are a joke, well, you deserve it. Experience must be bought, right? Be nicer to others from now on. Don't push people into the corner just because they refuse to work with you. How do you feel now shooting yourself in the foot?" "Don't think you can talk to me like that just because you had two kids with Blake..." "Leo, is everyone in the royal family as unreasonable and condescending as you are?" I raised my eyebrows and talked back a little unhappily. Leo was stunned! I didn't bother to talk to him anymore. I wanted to go to the kitchen to grab something to eat. "You... You have to apologize to me. You knew the truth, yet you still watched me make a fool of myself yesterday." Leo caught up with me and said so. I opened up the fridge and took a look. There were a lot of fresh ingredients inside. Dowen might have gone out on an
Catherine's POV It was ten o'clock in the evening. I helped Hedwig and Noah take a bath and read bedtime stories to Hedwig. "Daddy hasn't come back yet. It's so late!" Hedwig had taken a nap, and though she was feeling sleepy now, she did not want to fall asleep when she realized that Blake was not back yet. I stroked her head and comforted her gently, "Hedwig, daddy might be caught up with something important, so he will be back late. Go to sleep. You can play with your daddy in your dream, OK?" "Mommy, is daddy in danger?" Hedwig was so worried. She blinked. I chuckled. "Your daddy is the Lycan King. Nothing will happen to him. Don't worry. Just go to sleep." "I can't. I miss him!" Hedwig pouted and said pitifully. "Then Mommy will sing you to sleep, OK?" I thought of a way. "Well, Mommy, you can give it a try. I don't know if I can sleep." Hedwig gave in and decided to hear me sing. I began to hum a few lulla
Catherine's POV I woke up early the next morning, and I checked Hedwig's temperature again. It was normal. It seemed that Hedwig was recovering well after taking the medicine. I ran next door to wake Noah up, and then I helped Noah and Hedwig wash up in the bathroom. Finally, I took them downstairs for breakfast. When I was walking downstairs, I deliberately took a glance at the sofa. Blake was no longer there. I didn't know where he had gone. "Dowen, did you see my daddy? Did he stay out last night?" As soon as Hedwig entered the dining room, she asked Dowen. Dowen immediately smiled and replied, "Good morning, Princess. King Blake came back and stayed here last night, but he went to the Chavez Group early in the morning." "Oh? Daddy didn't stay out yesterday? But where did he sleep? Why didn't he come to my room to sleep? Bad daddy." Noah was unhappy. I quickly urged Noah and Hedwig to have breakfast. "Enough with the quest
Gina's POV I had already agreed to the termination of my contract. Two days had passed, and things for me were not getting any better. All kinds of bad news keep coming. I finally couldn't bear to stay at home anymore. Today, I came to my studio with a sullen face. After I became a star, I asked Harley to help me set up a studio. Of course, not all the employees were werewolves. I walked into the studio and saw all my assistants sitting there sighing. "What's wrong?" My heart sank. I had a bad feeling. Harley walked out of his office with a bunch of contracts in his hand. "Gina, all your trips have been called off. And the talk show you were supposed to be on today had a last-minute change." "What? Then who will be the guest?" I felt a little unsteady on my feet, and I couldn't help but hold the wall beside me. Coldness penetrated my heart. I tried to look at him with widened eyes. "Tell me!" "Lorelei Pope." Harley said. I kn
Harley's POV "You had a crush on me? When? I have no idea." I was telling the truth. Catherine had been the center of my attention, so, I was a little dazed at Gina's words. Status didn't matter to me. I didn't like Catherine because she was once the daughter of Alpha. "I'm sure you know it, Harley. You're just too shy to admit it, right? But I'm serious. I had a crush on you five years ago. Back then, you were close to Catherine, so I never dared to tell you," Gina said with a serious face. "Gina, why are you saying all this? It's water under the bridge now. Let it go." I calmed down in a short while. I stayed by Gina's side for the last five years through all the ups and downs. However, I only thought of her as my friend and colleague. That was all. "No, I don't want to let it go. Harley, you know that there are some sponsors in Hollywood with more resources. I've decided to find myself a rich sponsor. But before that, I hope that you wil
Harley's POV At noon, Catherine found a table in a restaurant near the company and sent me the address. Ten minutes later, I showed up in front of her. The clothes I liked to wear didn't change over the years. I still liked casual clothes, just like when Catherine and I used to live in the same pack. Catherine sized me up. Then she smiled and said, "Harley, what happened? Why did you suddenly want to eat with me?" I looked at her, feeling uneasy. I swallowed the questions I wanted to ask her. "Nothing. I just felt that I messed up the last meal and wanted to treat you to another," I said with a smile, trying my best to be calm. "Why did you ask Gina to come over last time?" Catherine was still a bit angry at the mention of last time. I was stunned for a second and replied casually, "Actually, it was Gina who offered to eat together that day. She said that the three of us hadn't seen each other in ages, so she wanted us to have
Catherine's POV I told Melinda the truth today, and I had lunch with Harley, knowing that he was going to pursue his dream. Therefore, I felt better. I wasn't as agitated as last night. With this in mind, I went back to work. In the afternoon, my phone rang. I glanced at the screen. It was my father, Troy, the Alpha of Black Moon Pack. I hesitated for a few seconds and still picked up the phone. "Catherine, do you have a minute? I have something to tell you." He had always been so indifferent to me since I was a kid. "Alpha Wyatt, what is it? Let's talk about it now. I'm still working." I was telling the truth. I really couldn't go out to see him now. Ever since I was banished from Black Moon Pack, I addressed him differently. "I want you to come with me to the hospital." "The hospital? Are you sick? Can't the doctor in the pack do anything?" I was shocked when I heard the word "hospital". "I'm not
"You could still meet with my father if you both have time. Blake and I wouldn't mind," Catherine suggested softly."There's nothing left to say between us," Abigail replied with a light laugh, her tone final yet tinged with resignation."Thank you, Abigail." Catherine's gratitude spilled out."Alright, no more formalities. I'm content now. Rest now—you'll need energy for tomorrow's flight," Abigail said with a gentle smile.Catherine nodded and quietly left. Back in the bedroom, Blake was sitting on the sofa with a strange look. On seeing her, he got up and walked over. "What did my mom say?""Nothing much. Just reminded me about Dad's medication," Catherine replied softly."Is he ill?" Blake's gaze sharpened."Old health issues," Catherine deflected, unnerved by his sudden intensity.Blake said no more and put his arms around her. "Let's rest early. The flight will drain you.""Okay. Good night." Catherine leaned
"I understand, but if I don't visit him during such an important festival, I'll feel guilty. On my engagement day, my dad gave me so many gifts—he gave me almost everything he had. He's truly a great father, and I want to be a good daughter in return."Catherine was in a dilemma.Blake knew Catherine had fully forgiven and accepted Halsey for abandoning her."Fine, I'll go with you to visit him." Blake made his decision."You'll accompany me?" Catherine was surprised since Blake had a grudge against her father."Yes. I don't want you to go alone, but as his daughter, you must visit him." Blake didn't want his past issues to affect her. She had the right to love her father."What about the kids?" Catherine asked suddenly."Leave them here. Let my mom and grandma take care of them." Blake didn't want to put the children in danger.Catherine agreed that leaving the kids behind would be safer.Given Blake's ongoing str
Three days passed in a warm haze for the Royal family—a rare stretch of uninterrupted togetherness amidst their perpetually busy lives.The family rarely gathered, as they were usually busy with work and chores. So, the time they spent together was precious.Blake and Catherine skipped elaborate vacations, opting instead to fill the estate with laughter.They built snow forts with the children, baked gingerbread cookies in the sunlit kitchen, and read bedtime stories by the crackling fireplace. For Noah and Hedwig, these simple moments became their first true childhood memories.On the third evening, as snowflakes settled like powdered sugar over the grounds, Catherine needed to discuss visiting her father abroad with Blake, but the words stuck in her throat like winter sap.Blake definitely didn't want her to go far away, but she couldn't be trapped here forever just because she was afraid of the dangers outside.That night, the snow
"It's different this time. They're interested in getting to know you. Your reputation has grown since those days; you're a celebrity now, Sunny. I'm not trying to hurt you. Won't you come back and see for yourself?"Moira was truly unaware of her husband's schemes. She simply wished for Sunny to emerge from her heartbreak, embrace life anew, rather than languish at home, like a soul hiding from the light."Mom, stop worrying about me. I'm fine now," Sunny offered a few comforting words, then abruptly said, "I'm not going back. Gotta go, bye!"And with that, Sunny ended the call.But her harsh refusal angered her stepfather.Patricia had invited Richard and Nick over for dinner, but they declined.In truth, Richard and Nick were in foul moods.Leo and Catherine's successful engagement felt like a bad omen to them, dampening their fighting spirit.As for Nick, since returning from the engagement party, he'd been like a lost soul,
"Grandma's right, Sunny and Leo are perfect for each other," Catherine agreed quickly.Sunny's face turned bright red. Why was everyone focusing on her?Abigail noticed Sunny's other hand hanging still and asked quietly, "Sunny, what's wrong with your hand?"Remembering the video of Sunny fighting the thugs, Catherine explained, "Her hand is injured. Sunny, are you feeling better now?"Sunny nodded. "Much better!"Patricia was shocked. "How did your hand get hurt? Was it that naughty Leo?"Sunny shook her head and explained what had happened.Patricia and Abigail listened with concern. Catherine pulled up the video, and after watching it, both Patricia and Abigail's faces showed worry."Sunny, I didn't think you had so much courage!""Did you practice martial arts when you were young?"Sunny answered all their questions. The two elders looked at her with new respect.They couldn't believe such a small and t
Hedwig's little face was covered with Noah's fingerprints, pink and white, and she looked cute. Her head was full of flour, and when she shook it, a cloud of dust came out.Patricia and Catherine were amused by the two kids. Patricia laughed so hard that she thought her grandson was naughty and her granddaughter was pitiful."Mommy, look at what I made! It's a little ball!" Hedwig couldn't make pies, so she just kneaded the pie crust into a round ball and proudly showed it to Catherine.Catherine didn't want to hurt her daughter's confidence and praised her immediately, "Hedwig, you're really hands-on! This circle is so round!"Hedwig, upon hearing the praise, decided to make another round shape.Catherine quickly moved the pie crust away and said with a smile, "Hedwig, this is for making pies. Why don't you go play with your daddy?""Oh!" Hedwig pouted, a little unhappy. Her mommy was so mean."Grandma's here!" After running out, Hed
"Aren't you supposed to have dinner at home? I need to go back too."Sunny recalled Patricia's call to Leo last night, where he promised to return early.She felt a tinge of sadness. Although she and Leo were back together, she still felt insecure. Celebrating Christmas's Eve would mean another separation."Are you going home?" Leo narrowed his eyes, staring at her dangerously. "What if your stepfather introduces another suitor to you? How will you refuse him?"Sunny was surprised. "How do you know about that?""Wasn't it? I know he's introduced five suitors to you. I didn't get that wrong, did I?" Leo sneered, his face turning cold."He treats you like goods to sell. Are you still going back to his place?" Leo's face darkened, as if ready to punch someone.This was Sunny's dark secret, something she had always feared and been hurt by.If Leo hadn't investigated her, she would have kept these secrets until old age, not letting
Third Person's POV"By the way, did you report this to the police? Any updates? Who would want to target you?" Jessica asked curiously."The police have identified the attackers, but they're still at large," Leo replied grimly, his expression darkening."They'll catch them eventually. Don't worry, Sunny—bad guys always get what's coming," Jessica reassured."I hope so. I just want to know who's behind this," Sunny said, frustration flashing across her face.Jessica hesitated, then turned to Leo. "Boss... do you think there's a mole in the company?"Leo's eyes turned icy. "You mean Samuel?""You suspect him too?" Jessica raised an eyebrow."His recent behavior makes it hard not to," Leo sneered.Jessica frowned. "I think he's been leaking company secrets to that new rival firm. Someone approached me recently—they knew details only insiders should—my project fees, endorsement rates... They even tried to o
Third Person's POV"Free tonight? Cedrick and I would like to invite you for dinner," Jessica asked with sincerity."Sure, see you tonight. Just message me the location." Leo agreed and hung up.Jessica raised an eyebrow and smiled, "He accepted. Actually, our company has been turbulent lately with quite a few issues.""What kind of issues?" Cedrick frowned with concern."A media company has risen rapidly, taking a lot of market and resources. This has never happened before; our company has always been dominant," Jessica shrugged helplessly, "And that company is aggressive, posing a significant threat to us. They integrated over ten companies in a short time, expanding their scale dramatically.""Is that so? Who dares to openly challenge the Royal wolf pack?" Cedrick was surprised because Leo's entertainment company had always run smoothly, with no one daring to trip him up."I'm not sure, but I think the opponent is well-prepared," J