Renae’s POV Seated on the prince patio, I tended to his wounds, trying my best not to carelessly touch his body.Reaching for a cotton swab close to his hands, I raised my eyes slowly. His eyes met with mine and for a moment, it felt like I had just jumped into a pool of fireflies. My body heated up to his sudden stare.Immediately, my eyes fell back to his bruises, I hoped he didn’t find me staring. I could face dear penalties for a slight wrong move.I could feel his eyes on me, but I dare not stare back. My eyes hovered around an already treated injury, hoping he could stare away so that I could tend to other injuries.My thumbs swept across his skin which made my skin tingle in so many weird ways. My cheek warmed up to these slight touches, and each time, I fought a grin off my face so he didn't catch me blushing.All of his wounds were tended to, aside from the spot I had been avoiding. It was the wound on his chest where the poisonous arrow had hit him.He removed his shirt, ex
Renea’s POVWe had just finished making a potion for stomach ulceration. It was a new formula entirely. The principal just developed it. We are having the first clinical trial today. I looked gloomily at the set of kids that were lined up to take the potion, they reminded me of my old self.The potion contained an appreciable amount of snake venom and I wondered if any of the kids would survive it. Only a few lucky ones would.I couldn't watch them die. I had seen too many deaths around me already. I removed my gloves and coat, hanging them on the rack."It's time to get down to the palace," I announced, finding an escape."You stay too long in the palace. Get done with the Prince's treatment in time and return quickly. I hate the fact that you are entangled with them. Jennifer got you into this mess," Eden protested. It was the first time he would speak up since I resumed the Prince's treatment."That bitch!" June interrupted."We will take care of the kids, I pray that they don't d
Logan’s POVIt's been two months now. My wounds were almost completely healed but Jennifer kept asking the little doctor to help heal me. As usual, we had just finished our breakfast when the doctor walked in. I was leafing through some paperwork. It's a weekly update from Oasis Pack, the pack I had helped to plant. I have been receiving weekly updates since I left the pack.Jennifer was lying on my lap. She giggled as she tried to feed me with some grapes. I felt irritated by the contact but I held it in as usual."Common Jenny… you know I hate grapes… I hate the sour taste," I chuckled, trying to sound casual."And you know I won't take a no for an answer… They said it's good for quick recovery…" she said as she dressed one half of the grape.“Why don’t we do it this way, for every grape you eat you get a kiss”, I almost choked at the mention of a kiss, I already felt irritated by her touch, so talk more of a kiss."Are you…" I interrupted, but immediately my mouth opened up, she
Renae's POVMy eyes shone in horror when Jennifer ordered me to eat the unfinished soup. I felt irritated instantly and my stomach churned.Recently, I have been feeling unwell and I vomit a lot. Moreover, I disliked mushroom soup. I had lost a friend during training when she was force-fed with poisonous mushrooms. I have hated it since then.When Jennifer pushed my head into the plate of soup, the smell wafted into my nose and I felt nauseous. I couldn't hold back. I ran out to throw up. I was even more flustered with the Princess running behind me.When I was done throwing up, the Princess presented a cup of water. I collected it with a bow and I used up the water.I walked back into the living room, looking embarrassed and flustered."I am sorry…" "I am sorry about that." I and Logan said simultaneously. His eyes were fixed on me and he looked at me with concern."It seems our little doctor is unwell today. I don't think she will be able to carry out your duties," Logan said. "I t
Renae's POV"I am keeping the baby," I whispered brokenly to June. We were just walking into the potion room and she said nothing.All through the morning, she kept to herself whilst we proceeded with our work. When I tried to fix some of the work, she shoved me aside and did most of the work herself."What's up with you two? You are sulking, it's not funny," Eden teased but neither of us responded. The awkwardness continued until it was recess.My legs hurt badly and I retired on one of the benches around. June bumped out of nowhere and dragged me out of the potion room. She kept mute until she found a suitable spot."Are you out of your mind!?" She yelled, pulling me into an isolated corner. I stuttered, not knowing how to respond."Why did you say something like that casually? Do you want your misery to start even before it begins? If others catch wind of your condition early, you know what it means," she said angrily."I am sorry… I just felt it is a secret that will soon be out
Renae's POVI collapsed against the door of my dorm, too weak to do more. My skin was glistening with sweat and my heart was pounding in fear and hatred for Jennifer. Slowly, the door opened behind me, but I did not care who it was."Renae?" June's voice boomed behind me."Renae!" She shrieked."Goddess, Renae! It's you! What happened?" She squatted before me, wiping off the sweat on my forehead."Ahh…" I slurred aloud as pain sizzled through my body.A dorm door directly in front of us swung open, and a blonde head peeked out. I saw concern on the girl's face as she stared at my sobbing form. "What's going on?" The girl asked. "Do you guys need any help?""N..no, no!" I heard June stutter and smile nervously at the girl. The girl nodded, a curious look on her face, and withdrew back into her room.June turned to me, then crouched beside me. She placed a hand gently on my bare shoulder, but even that small touch sent needles of pain, puncturing what small relief I had."Please, stop
Renae's POVMy sleep that night was even more riotous. I tossed and turned on the bed, my dreams punctuated by Jennifer and Prince Logan and the ordeal I had endured in the laboratory.When I woke up, sunlight was already pouring from the window above my bed. I groaned and sat up, feeling my head pound with an ache.I looked around my room and found June entering the room with a glass of water in her hands."Good morning." She chirped. "How do you feel now?"She sounded cheerful, but what I felt was miles away from cheerful.I forced a smile for her. "Great, I guess."She reached the bed and handed me the glass of water. "Here. You should drink this. I already made a potion for you, so you should feel much better after taking that too.""Thank you, June." I raised the glass to my lips and took a sip. The potion had hardly settled in my stomach when I felt nauseated. I sprang to my feet but I couldn't make it to the restroom. In a projectile motion, I vomited the mixture across the ro
Outline E Logan’s POVTrudging through the corridor that led to the Grand hall, I made my way in with few guards behind me. Father was seated on his royal chair and beside him was my mother, looking radiant and elegant as always. Just below their seats were the seats of dignitaries that graced the occasion. Alphas of different packs that were in peace with our pack were present, all dressed to dazzle. Some were around my age and some were as old as my father. Right below them were the seats of the officials that worked under my father. Beta Peter whom my father favoured highly, stood out amongst them all. Guilt washed over me as I beheld Beta Peter. His daughter was my supposed bride, one whom I was displeased with. I wondered when I would warm up to her.I dissuaded the sore feeling and flowed with the moment. It was Lian's eighteenth birthday and I won't entertain anything that would get in the way.I let a wide grin spread across my face as I adjusted my regalia. I wasn't used
Logan's POVI didn't mourn Jennifer's death but a deep sense of sadness fell over me. Perhaps, she meant something to me after all. Memories of the time we spent together as children flooded my mind every day, leaving me sick and sad.Her delusion and greed were her doom. Yes, we were playmates and we were friends because her father was my father's Beta. But that was all. I never saw her as a lover and I never made such inclinations towards her. Thinking back now, I realized that there were signs that she had fallen for me, she did not hide it, but I was too busy and insensitive to take notice.I was always away from the Packhouse and when I returned, I hardly saw her.Flashes of the moment she walked into the cave where Renae saved me, posing as my savior flooded my sight. I shut my eyes as I remembered how I tried to love her despite having feelings for the small doctor.Sometimes we determine our fate and sometimes what will be will be irrespective of our determination. It all de
Logan's POVI lost communication with almost everyone as we sped back to the palace. I mind-linked my mother, Lian and Renae but they didn't respond. Tera, my guard didn't respond either. Fear gripped my heart and like a lunatic, I tore through the wild leaving my men behind.I broke into the palace and I saw the ruins. The first place on my mind was my mother's chambers. My men had caught up with me and they sprinted behind me.A small group of people came into view as I got closer to my mother's chambers. Drawing nearer, I realized that it was Jennifer and her men.I didn't know if she was just going in or if she was done with my family already. Her sword was bloody and I fretted.Hatred and disdain shone in her eyes as she saw me. She snarled and at the swipe of her hand, a few of her men charged into my mother's chambers while she led the remaining men towards us.Now, I had my answer, she sent her men in because she hadn't dealt with those inside. With renewed spirits, I gave
Logan's POV At this point, I could only pray that things worked out as planned and nothing would boomerang on us. After hearing from Lian, I realized that my plan just failed woefully. I should have seen into Jennifer's mind. But who knew what the psychopath was planning? All my focus was on saving Renae and our pups. I should have known that Jennifer wouldn't just go all the way out to attack only Renae. Since I knew that she had a grander plan, I should have seen it happening. Well, I am out here and I can't be there either. I just have to trust my men. I was glad that I left Tera back at the palace. He wanted to come help me out here but I told him to stay back. "Tera, listen and listen carefully. The palace has been infiltrated…" I mind-linked him and told him the situation. I gave him the order to act as he deemed fit. When he told me that Alpha Noel was around, I felt at ease. I knew there wouldn't be any problem and I could concentrate on the deal before me out here. The
Jennifer's POVI sat in my facade waiting for the best news ever. I pushed the small table in front of me out of the way and rose to my feet to make my declarations."Tonight, the cup of their sins is full and I, Jennifer Tower, will avenge the blood of my father and his men on the royal family of the Moonlight Pack. I will destroy the royal family and even in death, Logan will realize the anger of a woman deprived of her love!" Of course no one could see me and one one cared to listen but it was a matter of time, tonight! I sipped from the whiskey in my hand before pouring libation to the death. Those that were long gone and those who were surely going to die tonight.I resumed my seat, waiting for the news. Then Renae came to my heart. Oh! Poor Renae.I knew Renae was obedient and easy going but her virtues won't help her this time.She had later sent a letter to me telling me that she was leaving the pack with her pups just like I had ordered.Good! Good! Good! It was a nice move
June's POVRenae had been sleeping all day long. If she hadn't resolved her issue with Alpha Logan I would have thought she was sleeping because of her anxiety.I was glad when she told me that she had told Logan about Jennifer's threat. I felt a huge lump fall off my neck. When Alpha Logan summoned me the previous day, I was too overwhelmed to talk. Moreover, I always like to respect Renae's opinion. Although in this case I knew that delay might be dangerous, I still waited for her and I was glad that she did the right thing.She told Logan and she even devised a means to outsmart Jennifer.Logan accepted her plans but felt it was too risky. He was all lovey dovey, saying he couldn't risk the life of his mate. After much thought he came up with another plan that seemed less risky.We were at the Queen mother's chambers with about three maids. All other maids were locked out and no one knew that we were there except those of us that were inside.We were all grounded at the Queen moth
Lian's POV I was sitting in front of my chambers thinking about everything that had happened recently. Renae's return was indeed a blessing, but it had made Jennifer bring out her claws. I had decided to spend more time in my chambers than at Renae's or mother's chambers. My chambers gave me a better view of Jennifer's chambers. I had men who were watching over her, but I felt better spying on her too. I need a break tonight. I would go on my hunting trip. And I just have a feeling that it would be a big one. I was going to catch a big game. "Targon, prepare my full hunting gear, we are going to the hunting range tonight," I said to my guard. "You mean we? Am I going with you?" Targon asked. "Yes, tonight," "On it, my princess," Targon said and vanished out of sight. What a good boy he had been. I lay down on the sofa on my porch, trying to catch some sleep before the night fell. I had hardly closed my eyes when my guards announced. "Alpha Noel has arrived!" "Alpha Noel!? Oh
Logan's POV I sat in my office with a heavy heart. Last night, Lian told me about the strange man she encountered in the palace who was disguised as one of the soldiers. The alarming part was that he varnished around Jennifer's chambers. This just confirmed my assertions about strange men visiting Jennifer's chambers in disguise. Last night, Renae didn't sleep well. Her sleep was riotous, she tossed her body here and there, muttering in her sleep. Her murmurings were deep reflections on how she met me by chance and fell in love with me. I couldn't help but smile. The other part was scary. They were reflections on what transpired between her and Jennifer at Eden's grave. My knuckles turned white and I held her in my arms all through the night. Jennifer was a piece of trash to me. It takes me nothing to chop off her head. But I need a reason big enough to justify such action, otherwise I might live with the guilt for the rest of my life. I needed to catch her red-handed. But she
Logan's POV I left my office later than expected. I had some files to deal with and other unexpected functions came up too. After dealing with them, I got down to the training ground to see my men. They had retired to refresh and after that, another round of training would come up. Seeing that all was going on as expected, I made my way down to my mother's chambers, Renae on my mind all the way. The guards announced my presence as I appeared and without wasting time, I burst in. "Why are you just coming now?" Lian questioned. She was hanging around the porch, possibly waiting for me. I ignored her and walked in. I met my mother standing by the window. She was pacing to and fro and I knew she was also waiting for me. "Good day, mother," I greeted and bowed. "It's a good day indeed, son." Mother gave me a demeaning look and walked away. June was not around either so I asked a maid to show me the room where Renae was staying. She wasn't in the room where I met them during the
Lian's POV "You worry too much, Renae. You were all over the place this morning… who knew this was… You almost lost it. You should be more careful henceforth," June reprimanded Renae and I stepped on her toes as I conjured words to lighten the mood. Renae wasn't looking happy about the news. "Those little soldiers are way too big for me. I can't wait to hold a tiny version of myself, cuddling and rocking them," I said as I held Renae's pale hands. "Congratulations Renae. Thank you for bringing goodness to the life of my son," My mother said with a smiling face. "Thank you, Mother," Renae replied to Mother and looked around for her husband. The royal physician had Just confirmed that Renae was a few weeks gone. She had fainted when she was on her way back from the Law School. At first, we thought it was just exhaustion, but when the royal physician examined her he confirmed that she was pregnant. My mother summoned Logan immediately, and when he came over we broke the news to hi