Liam's POVI can't believe Christine is here.My first reaction was to get Faye out of here, out of danger.“Leander, why don't you take Faye and Sibyl to get something to eat? I have something to do,” I said.I don't want anything to hurt Faye.The second reaction was, what's Christine going to do now?I'm very vigilant.I never told anyone, not Leander. Christine hasn't stopped contacting me since we broke up. At first, she kept texting me, then she would call me every day like crazy, and finally, I had to block all of her contact information.This is far from over.Christine often visited me at school, and I was very careful to avoid her.But why did she follow us here?“Hello again, Liam.”Christine greeted me nonchalantly.I don't want to talk to her at all. I just want to clear things up with her and go to Faye and Leander. I'm worried about Faye's random thoughts. I've been careful ever since she tried to reject Leander.“Christine, I've been very clear with you.”“Yes.”“So wh
Faye's POVLeander asked me to take a seat in the Piazza Lounge, and he went to order food for me.As for Sibyl, she was particularly interested in a magic booth on the way and stayed there to watch it.I found a seat. It's not easy because there are so many people around, some in huge puffy skirts or doll clothes that could occupy at least two seats.I sat there in a daze, guessing who that woman had come for Liam.Liam doesn't have many women around him (unlike Leander) except his ex-girlfriend Christine.I don't know Christine that well. Is she really back for Liam?The idea made me uneasy. There's a voice that I don't want to face. If we're not werewolves, then I'm a shameful third party. So I never asked about Liam and his ex-girlfriend. I just naturally accepted my relationship with Liam.Leander walks slowly from a distance, holding a box of food. When I saw him, my random thoughts drifted away.“What did you buy?”“Hot dogs.” Leander handed me the hot dogs and had no intention
Faye's POVThe brakes are broken.I'm doomed.The thought of impending doom grows wildly in my mind. I can't help but imagine the worst outcomes and how I'm going to die.The person just now wasn't the real Leander.Mom, Louis, Liam, Leander, and Layla. I might never see you guys again.My heart throbs painfully, and the wind makes my tears flow uncontrollably. I can hardly see the road ahead."Faye! What are you doing? Stop this damn car!!"Erica appears, angrily shouting at me.I shout back, "I can't! The brakes are broken!!"Erica paces anxiously and then makes a determined decision, "Gee! Let me take over. I'll jump out.""No, you haven't fully recovered!" I can't let her take the risk.Since the explosion incident where she saved me last time, Erica hasn't fully recovered. She's been healing and rarely appears."I may not be fully recovered, but I'm still stronger than a human body. We'll die if we don't do something. Hurry up!!" Erica shouts impatiently."Okay, just be careful..
Faye's POVLiam and I exchanged glances. Liam subtly shook his head, so I didn't press further."So, who's the mastermind behind all this?" Andrew fumed. "I found some clues a few days ago, tracked them down to here. The scent indicates the person who locked me up in the gym or their accomplice is nearby. Earlier, I thought the driver was the culprit, but it turns out to be Faye.""Sorry, Faye. I almost hurt you!" Andrew hugged me apologetically.I hugged him back, "You saved me.""So, we're looking for someone extremely skilled in disguise. They posed as Leander to gain Faye's trust!" Sibyl concluded.Leander nodded, "Yes, he used me to harm my beloved. If I catch him, he'll taste the bitterness of wolfsbane."Andrew clenched his fists, "If I get my hands on him, he'll experience all the tortures the Blue Lake pack has prepared for criminals!"Liam finally spoke, "Listen, Andrew, this person is within the Silver Moon pack's territory, and it's our responsibility to handle it. Of cour
Faye's POVAfter the holidays, I insisted on going back to school even though my family wanted me to stay home for a while longer.Louis said that Sheffield home is the safest stronghold in the Silver Moon pack, and once I leave, who knows where the fox might be lurking, waiting to strike.But everyone was so busy dealing with this issue, and I just couldn't stand being at home, basking in everyone's protection while doing nothing myself. Besides, Sibyl had left.That night, after Sibyl went to check on Liam and Andrew, she came back totally out of sorts, trailing behind them.Liam doesn't usually show his emotions openly, but at that moment, he looked furious."We would have caught the fox if it weren't for your friend Sibyl's warning," he said, his words barely concealing his fury.Andrew didn't say much, but his expression revealed his dissatisfaction."What happened?" I was completely lost.Sibyl came forward from behind Andrew. "I'm sorry, it's just as Liam said. The fox... got a
Faye's POV"I heard you like group activities. How about adding one more for a group s.ex?"I looked up at this stranger in shock. His words echoed in my ears like a bomb. How could he... how did he even know...?"What are you talking about?!" My voice involuntarily trembled, my thoughts in chaos. But I forced myself to appear more assertive, at least not to let him see my panic.The guy shrugged, "I mean it literally. I want to have s.ex with you and your partners. I don't mind a g.angbanging."It was only then that I realized the malicious intent behind his words. His friendly greeting had been a cruel mockery."Stop spreading rumors about me!" I shouted sternly, "And listen, there's no way I'd ever be interested in someone like you – arrogant, foul-smelling, and lacking basic respect for others!"After saying that, I was left stunned. I had never used such a long sentence to insult someone before. The guy seemed taken aback too, as if he were trying to process what I had just said.
Faye's POV"She doesn't watch TikTok? I don't believe it...""TikTok? Wait, is that some kind of short video app?"All the clues were coming together. Hedy, after seeing me, nervously turned off her phone while hinting that I shouldn't watch short videos. The guy who had just provoked me for no reason also said, "Check your phone," and these girls mentioned the short video app again."What kind of videos are they?" I grabbed one of the girls and asked.Someone handed me a phone. "Take a look."I tremblingly opened the video on the screen. The person in the video was hidden behind an AI-generated cartoon avatar, and the voice had been altered, making it impossible to determine if it was a man or a woman."Guys, I just got some juicy gossip. A girl from Silver Moon University is dating two guys at the same time, one of whom is a sports star we all know. As for the other guy..." Suddenly, the video exploded with special effects. "The other guy is her teacher!"I couldn't watch anymore an
Faye's POVThe sports stadium was deserted on a weekday with no games or many people around. The somewhat empty venue made me feel a bit anxious. I guess I was experiencing some PTSD from the previous explosion. But just the thought of Leander waiting for me inside gave me a little bit of courage.In front of me stretched a rectangular grass field, which was where Leander trained. On the field were a few players in full football gear. They all looked pretty much the same, with no noticeable differences. I had no idea which one of them was Leander.The nearest person to me was a janitor cleaning up the area."Hi... um, do you know where Leander Sheffield is?" I asked the janitor.The janitor glanced at me, "You're looking for Lee. Who are you?"It felt like the first time I introduced my relationship to Leander to a stranger. I used the term "girlfriend." "I'm Leander's girlfriend, Faye.""Oh, Faye, Lee's girlfriend... alright, alright, poor boy, he's over there, go see him," the janit
During that time, Joanna was always off somewhere, traveling by herself. No one knew where she went. She would leave for long stretches, sometimes disappearing for years, and didn’t bother checking in with anyone. Naturally, her parents freaked out, not knowing if she was safe or if something bad had happened to her.As I sat there by the water, Sasha handed me a drink. It was this weird, green liquid that I wasn’t sure about at first, but after a sip, I realized it was lemon tea, with a hint of mint. Not bad at all, really refreshing."And then?" I asked, curious about what happened next with Joanna.Sasha sighed, shaking her head like she regretted it a little. “Well, her parents eventually went to Michael's dad for help. Since Michael was good at handling this kind of stuff, his dad put him in charge of finding Joanna.”I sipped my drink again, enjoying the way the mint cooled me down from the inside. "So, Michael went after her?"Sasha looked at me with a mix of guilt and understa
Joanna might be an amazing actress, but honestly? She's not fooling me. It's like she's playing a role, trying to be someone she's not—probably because she can't stand that Michael and I are together. I could feel her trying to mess with us, but I wasn’t about to let her win. If she wanted to act, well, I could act too.The sunlight felt warm on my skin as I stood there watching her. I smiled confidently, letting Joanna see me looking totally unbothered. She dove into the water with all the grace of a fish. I had to admit, she did have an incredible body—she was rocking a white bikini that had these thin straps crisscrossing over her chest and waist, making her look like some kind of living sculpture. Even the lower half of her bikini had those same crisscrossing straps under her belly button. Honestly, it was a look.Meanwhile, Sasha was already in the water, her swimsuit much louder and flashier than Joanna's. She was wearing this fluorescent green bikini with stripes and a skirt th
Joanna’s POV“So, I’m not the kind of girl who lets a man push her around. After all that happened, I left anyway. But no matter how long I stayed away, I’d always get messages from Michael. Some of them were about family stuff, other times he’d talk about finding his mate or being engaged or something. Honestly, it was pretty confusing for me during that time.”Despite saying she was troubled, a small smile crept onto Joanna's face as if remembering something amusing.“Eventually, I figured out that all of those excuses were just Michael’s way of trying to get me to come back. There was never a fiancée or mate. It was all just a big story. So, I was a little surprised when I heard this morning that you two were mates. But, hey, you’re mates arranged by the Moon Goddess, so everything should be fine, right?”Joanna finished her little story with a bright smile, clearly satisfied with herself. But me? I was furious. My fists were clenched so tightly, I could feel my nails digging into
It wasn't until Michael had completely disappeared from view that I became aware of the unsettling stare from behind. I could feel Joanna’s eyes boring into me, but I refused to acknowledge her directly. Instead, I turned and made my way toward my room, hoping to escape the tension she brought with her presence.But, of course, Joanna just happened to be standing in my path.She wore that same infuriating smile, the one that didn’t quite reach her eyes. "Your relationship with Michael seems... strong. You’re quite adorable when you're with him, Cecily."Her words dripped with something—sarcasm? Malice? It was hard to tell. I wasn’t sure what she was getting at, but I didn’t care to find out. I wasn’t in the mood to engage with her."I'm heading back to my room," I said, keeping my tone as neutral as possible."I know I upset you yesterday, and for that, I’m truly sorry," Joanna replied, taking a step closer as if that would make her words more sincere. "I didn’t mean to offend you. Le
Joanna's giggle echoed through the room, its beauty contrasting with the venomous intent behind it. Her voice was as sweet as a siren’s, but I could feel the malicious undertones. "Former friends, Sasha? That's not quite accurate. Michael and I were more than friends."I knew Joanna was up to no good. I had seen it in her eyes the moment I met her. Whatever her goal was—whether to make me jealous, provoke anger, or worse—I wasn’t going to give her the satisfaction of seeing me unravel.She turned her gaze toward Michael, who remained focused on his coffee cup, now almost empty. He hadn’t acknowledged her presence, which gave me some comfort, but Joanna wasn’t finished. "If you two are truly mates," she said, her voice dripping with false innocence, "may I ask, was it the Moon Goddess who arranged this, or did Michael choose you?"Her question cut deep, even though it was wrapped in a seemingly casual tone. I clenched my fists under the table, my wolf surging with rage. Joanna was impl
"Would you like to come downstairs for breakfast, or should I bring it up to you?" Michael asked, his voice soft and tender. As he spoke, he reached out, gently brushing a strand of hair away from my face. His touch sent a warm shiver down my spine, the closeness between us undeniable.I found myself smiling at Michael, wondering how I hadn’t fully appreciated this side of him before. I had always been so caught up in our arguments, his domineering ways, and the battles for control that I had somehow missed these moments where he could be... sweet. The realization washed over me—there was more to him than the arrogance and possessiveness I had been focusing on. If I allowed myself to let go of the tension between us, there was an undeniable pleasure in being with him.“I’d like to go downstairs to eat,” I replied with a soft smile, feeling more at ease than I had in a while.We walked down the stairs together, and I found myself momentarily at peace. But as we descended, my mind wande
The night had ended in a comfortable silence, with both of us content in each other's presence. By the time I had finished my tasks, Michael was still seated at his desk, absorbed in a pile of paperwork. His brow furrowed in concentration, and I didn’t have the heart to disturb him, nor did I want to leave his side. So, I watched him, feeling the steady calm he radiated.Before I knew it, I had dozed off in the warm cocoon of the study, lulled by the scent of Michael that filled the room. It wasn’t long before I felt someone gently lift me. I knew it was Michael, and feeling safe in his arms, I allowed myself to drift deeper into sleep.When I finally woke up, the morning light was already creeping in through the curtains. My body felt well-rested and refreshed. At some point during the night, I had been changed into my pajamas, and I couldn’t help but wonder if Michael had been the one to wash and dress me while I slept. A small smile tugged at my lips at the thought.I glanced to my
"Oh god, absolutely not," Michael exclaimed, his voice laced with frustration. "Yes, we had a relationship in the past, but we broke up a long time ago. Joanna came by a few times after that, but it wasn’t for me. She had business with Samuel and others. I was too busy to even notice when she came or left. But I swear, Cecily, nothing happened between us after we ended things."I turned to face him, my mind clouded with uncertainty. Should I believe him? Jealousy burned inside me, poisoning my thoughts. The mere idea of him being intimate with Joanna made my skin crawl."My little wolf," Michael's voice softened as he lifted my chin gently. His expression was tinged with regret. "If you want me to apologize for my past, I can. But remember, I’ve lived a long life, Cecily. I’m not a saint—I’ve had relationships, felt emotions, just like anyone else. But if you're blaming me for something more than that, it's unfair. I’ve never been in two relationships at the same time. When I met you,
"I can't just pretend nothing happened, especially after my wolf reacted the way it did." I shrugged, trying to stay calm. "I need to know, Michael. I'd rather hear it from you than find out through Sasha."Michael hesitated, his brown eyes locked on mine as if weighing his options. I held his gaze, determined to get the truth. If he wanted honesty between us, he needed to practice it too."Okay," he muttered, running his hand through his hair, clearly uncomfortable. "She's... a friend."A friend? Joanna's behavior toward Michael was far from friendly. It was passionate, intense—nothing like the casual interactions between Sasha and him. I took a deep breath and asked the question I had been avoiding but couldn't ignore any longer."An ex-girlfriend?"Michael's expression stiffened. He didn’t nod, but he didn’t shake his head either. Silence hung between us, thick and heavy. I knew the truth was coming, but it didn’t make the waiting any easier. If Michael wanted me to be honest with