Logan's POVI heaved a sigh as I walked out of the hospital. Nova; my horse was there waiting for me. As soon as I walked closer, he reared up his muzzle and stared at me."I must look pathetic to you too…," I said brokenly as I patted his mane."Do not worry, I will come for you," I said to him and refastened his reins before embracing the cold night.Shoving my hands into my pockets, I halted and took a long look at the hospital. Although I had turned away from the small doctor, my heart was troubled. I wondered why she returned bloody and unconscious."If you are troubled, let's go see her… it takes you nothing," Leon said, but I shut him up. I might be concerned about the small doctor, but she was none of my business.Slowly, I turned away from the hospital and took a long stroll back to the palace.The first place I went was Lian's chambers. The royal physician was just leaving."She is going to be fine. She is asleep already," the physician answered the worried look in my eyes.
Logan's POV "Lian?" I asked, I called out, unsure of what I just saw. It was the beginning of a new day, the sun was just starting to rise. I had checked on Lian alongside my mother earlier, but she was asleep and I wasn't allowed into her bedroom. But now, I was in my room staring through the window. I caught sight of someone standing on my patio, it was Lian. "I must be seeing things," I said to myself and rushed out. "I miss you, Logan… I didn't want to miss our morning squabble, I came to say hi as usual," Lian said in a whisper as I stared at her blinking my eyes in utter shock. "What the heck! You're driving me crazy!" I snapped and helped her in. I pushed her into one of the seats in anger. "What the heck!? You should have sent for me or mind-linked me. You know I will definitely come to check on you. You should have waited. You ain't up for this!" Lian smiled sheepishly and I shut my eyes in dismay. I ordered one of the maids to get her a glass of water which she ex
Renae's POV"Thank you June," I whispered as June set up my breakfast."Common, I am doing this so that you can get well soon. It's tiring," June pouted with a sarcastic smile planted on her face."I know… I promised to get well soon," I said, playing along."Nevertheless, thanks for the care," I added meaningfully and she patted my back.While I ate, she handpicked some hand tools into her bag as she prepared to leave. She slung her backpack on her back and I looked at her curiously."It's quite early, don't tell me you are going…" I said but she interrupted."Yes, it is what you think. Eden and I are going to gather some herbs. Our team was assigned for today… We have to set out earlier so that we can get your cut done too. We still return in time…You know, we are trying to appease the principal," June responded."Oh! I see… thank you June," I whispered."Eden…." I stuttered, "...he hasn't shown up since yesterday…""He hasn't forgiven you…he also mentioned that you needed privacy.
Renae's POVWhile the nurses helped me prepare to meet the prince, my mind was filled with different possibilities as to why he visited It was quite early and he did not look like he came to have fun. I was filled with dread. Is something wrong with the Princess? Is she still unwell? Has Logan figured out that I was the one who saved the Princess? Did he find out that I was the one who mind-linked him? "We are done," one of the nursemaids said, breaking into my thoughts."Thank you," I said as they supported me on both sides, I could barely walk on my own. Despite their help, I felt dizzy as my feet hit the ground. As we took each steps I groaned in pain"Sorry dear," one of the nursemaids said as we took baby steps out of the dorm.Leaving the dorm when I could barely walk was a bad idea. I made an open disgrace of myself as students cast auspicious glances at me. They called me names and cussed out loud."Where were you after you were thrown out of the party!?" Logan's voice boo
Logan's POVThe students who had gathered bowed their heads and made way for me as I stormed out of the cafeteria. I strutted out of the hospital and I made my way down to the palace.I just confirmed my fears. The small doctor was in the woods at the same time as the Princess when the Princess was poisoned. It is safe to predict that she saved the Princess, but if the Princess's testimony is correct, then the small doctor was the same person that poisoned the Princess.How could she!? That bitch. She attempted to murder the Princess. If this gets out, she will be annihilated alongside her family members. Thinking about it made my heart sink. There must be some misunderstanding… thinking about the way the small doctor cared for me, I don't think she could do that to the Princess. Moreover, Lian was right. Until yesterday when Jennifer turned me on, I felt something strong towards the small doctor. Although it was in the past, I still didn't want her to be harmed.But one thing tha
Logan's POV"What about her?" Jennifer asked, nudging my head to look at her."Yes," what about her, I asked again, chewing some cheesecakes in my mouth."Didn't you hear the rumors?" Jennifer asked."What rumors? Common… I am a busy man. I have no time for that.""If I had known that she was such a bitch, I wouldn't have insisted that she treat your wounds.""What is this all about?" I asked calmly."The small doctor is pregnant! She isn't just pregnant outside wedlock, she can't even name the father," Jennifer broke the bombshell.I smirked and looked away."Really? Don't tell me you are aware," Jennifer questioned in shock."I am aware. The night she was thrown out of the party, she returned to the hospital bathed in blood… she almost had a miscarriage… it's all because of your sick plot!""What? Don't tell me you are standing up for her again.""Why not? That's why you should be careful with people. No one knew she was pregnant until you turned her into a maid and made father thro
Logan's POVI have been expecting Beta Peter to come to see me privately, but he hasn't shown up.I still wondered why he lied to my father about my visit to the hospital. I was sure he definitely saw that I went there to question the small doctor.Although his action was questionable, he saved the small doctor. If he had told my father that I went to question her, she wouldn't be safe. Father would have commanded that she should be dragged down for questioning irrespective of her condition.As far as I was concerned, I still wanted to have a full grasp before deciding on what to do. If she was indeed guilty, I wouldn't hesitate to turn her over for punishment. The punishment for such an offense is death by hanging.Heaving a sigh, I rose to my feet and took a stroll around my chambers. I was smiling at the beautiful sunrise when the door opened. Lian walked in in the company of her guards. She had recovered fully and she was back on her feet. Mother had insisted that she stopped h
Lian's POVI couldn't lay low and watch things unfold. I was going to find things out my own way. I only waited to heal up and now I am as fit as a fiddle.Going out to find the small doctor was only an excuse to leave my chambers. Well, it wasn't just an excuse, I needed to see her. That night, I saw her in the woods where I was poisoned. I had walked along a beautiful creek when I found myself in the woods.I fell in love with the woods instantly. For some reason, l loved the serenity. I was a lively person and I loved a lively environment. But I was appalled by the beauty of the woods.It was surrounded by beautiful hills. The light from the full moon cast shadows over the hills making it feel all eerie. Funnily, I loved the feeling and I was compelled to have my first shift there.Walking deeper into the woods, I saw a field of wild lilacs. The fragrance reminded me of the small doctor, reminding me of what happened at the party.Walking past the flowers, I noticed a lone cave no
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