The car started up and left me standing there, looking at Bennett with a desperate expression. He looked determined, like he was planning something. I knew something was going to happen, it was all my fault! As I was wandering in my thoughts, Anna and Karla ran up to me, next to them was Max, who took my hand. "Hester, are you okay?" he asked me. I looked at him and remained silent until Anna spoke, "What was that all about, Hester, what are you hiding?" asked Anna. I looked at them and lowered my face. I couldn't tell them the truth, Bennett had ordered me to, so I just apologized and said goodbye. They nodded without forcing me to tell them anything, they just gave me space. After that, I walked to the cab stand and took one back home. The ride was short and, as soon as I got home, I quickly went up to my room. I threw myself on my bed and began to cry silently. I couldn't tell my mother what had happened, she couldn't have any worries because of her heart. So I just cried
Delilah's friends tried to grab me, but I kicked them to push them to the ground. On the other side, I grabbed Delilah and punched her in the face that made her let out a painful groan. We were both ready to not let the fight go, but in an instant, Max ran to me and grabbed my waist as he pulled Delilah's grip off my arm. "You're a bitch, Hester, everyone knows it," she shouted mockingly. I couldn't help but punch her in the face until two boys held her down and pulled us apart. "You call me a bitch? Maybe they should all know your story, don't you think?" I said smiling mischievously. At that moment, Delilah's eyes widened and her movements stopped. "I think it's time to tell the truth..." I said, turning my gaze to those present "Everyone here knows Delilah, but you've never asked her why she suddenly disappeared?" "Shut up, you have no right!" she shouted tormentedly at me. I ignored her words and looked around at everyone around me. "This girl used to be my best friend, bu
After a couple of hours at the mall, I came home and helped my mother cook. She loved to cook, but was often too exhausted to do so. On the other hand, when it got to be six o'clock in the evening, Karla showed up at my house with a woman in a white robe. "Please, we're just going to see some friends in town, it will be in a lounge at the Grand Monte Hotel," Karla said in a pouty voice. My mother nodded and sighed, as I arched my eyebrow. As soon as I left the house, I looked at Karla and gave her an odd expression, "Weren't we going to the club?" "Obviously, yes," Karla said looking at Anna in the car. "Come on, we're going to have a lot of fun. Maybe we'll find a man for you," Anna added winking at me. I looked at her with an arched eyebrow and shook my head. "I'm not thinking about that," I said. "Hester, it's time for you to move on. You can't stay single because of that idiot ex-boyfriend of yours. Maybe today you'll find the guy of your dreams or better,
Bennett seemed to be glaring at me without even saying a word. At his dangerous aura, I shook my head and swallowed dryly.... "Hester, I'd like you to meet a friend" Anna said. "A pleasure, Hester" I hinted at the boy. The boy reached out his hand and took mine, kissing my palm. "That's a beautiful name, would you like me to get you something to drink?" he asked. At first I didn't want to drink, but just thinking about everything that had happened in my life the last few days, I just wanted to forget it all. Besides, Anna would be driving and I would be staying at her place, so I just shook my head and asked for a vodka. The guy smiled and went after the drink. On the other hand, I fought myself not to turn my gaze back to the second floor where Bennett was. Soon, the guy brought the drinks and set them on the table. "I'd love to stay, but I have to meet some friends," the boy said. "Oh, really?" I said flirtatiously "Yeah, maybe I'll see you guys later" he said wink
From Bennett's point of view.It had been an exhausting week and I needed to relax. After all, I used to go to the club with some friends so I contacted my beta and headed there. However, that night the manager informed me that one of the VIP rooms had been reserved for a high school alumni celebration. When I heard that, I frowned. I kept thinking about the scene I experienced when I visited that place. Despite that, I shook my head and just got out of the car and went up to the second floor of the club, where I used to sit with a couple of members and my friends. However, when I finished the pack business, I noticed that all the men were staring at a girl in the vip area. Without hesitation, I turned my gaze and saw her. Her back was beautiful, her skin clear. Her dress was fitted at the waist, exposing one of her legs.My heart began to beat uncoordinated and my breathing quickened. I didn't understand what was going on, until the woman spun around and her eyes locked onto m
I could see Hester's eyes filled with tears and her face no longer radiated brightness."Why did you do it, Freddy? I.... I loved you... and you just went off to fuck Delilah. Now I... I'm unhappy and I'm a laughing stock. You... you're to blame." Hester said over and over as she cried. Hearing that, my eyes widened like two saucers. Suddenly, my mind flashed back to that day, when Hester told me that Freddy had cheated on her with another girl. Fuck, was it true, had my brother done that?Unable to ramble on in my thoughts, I heard again what Hester was saying."...I ended that relationship. I didn't want to see you again after you cheated, but you... you keep making my life miserable with that bitch. Why don't you stop following me? I'm exhausted," she said plainly. She didn't seem to have any idea who she was talking to, let alone what she was saying. She was just venting to the wrong person.I sighed and tried to push her off my chest, but she spoke again "I want you to stop fo
I arched an eyebrow and looked at Hester. She didn't even know where she was. Then she just offends me and now she throws up in my car.This girl was trouble. As I was thinking that, the chauffeur got in the car and looked at me in the rearview mirror with indifference. "Let's go to my Gamma Lucas' house," I said with a cold tone. As soon as I said those words, however, I saw Hester's body straighten, her eyes widen like two saucers, and her head move from side to side in denial. "No... no... alpha... I...! I'm sorry" She said waving her hands in panic. I stayed silent and tried to ignore her, but she continued, "Alpha, please, I can't go to my house, I don't...". Had I heard wrong? I didn't even wait for her to finish speaking. "What, where are you going? Are you staying with someone else?" I asked, baring my teeth.Could she be any more shameless? Even though I didn't care for Hester, the very idea of her going with another man was killing me. "Yes, I will," she said without
From Hester's point of viewPain, and pain, was all I felt in my body. Nausea swept over me and light dazzled my eyes. Fuck, I couldn't even open my eyes until I heard a familiar voice next to me. "Finally, you've woken up." Anna touched my shoulder and patted it gently. "Fuck, I thought you died, are you okay?" she said. "My head is going to explode," I said, forcing myself to sit up. I hadn't even realized I was in Anna's room, but how the hell had I gotten here? I looked at Anna with a confused expression and she immediately caught my expression. "Anna, how did I get here? I don't remember having... "I didn't finish my words when my eyes widened like two saucers. I felt my heart begin to beat rapidly and my breathing quicken. "Oh, shit, shit!" I said, as I massaged my temples. "Hester, what's wrong?" Anna asked me arching an eyebrow. "Anna, I messed up. Fuck, fuck, fuck, I was so stupid! I ran into Alpha Bennett at the club last night," I finally said, getting out of bed a
I never thought I could yell at Bennett like that; however, the man kept pissing me off.First he forbade the dean to sign my transfer, then he brought me to this place with the intention of having me fuck him, and now he wants me to call off my wedding. He's a complete idiot!"No! I won't leave you alone! You're my mate. Don't you understand that's all that man wants you for? If you weren't my mate, he wouldn't even see you!" He shouted, leaving me dumbfounded. His words were like a sharp dagger to me. Did he really say that? Did he think I wasn't capable of liking a man? However, an idea crossed my mind "You know... you know Walter knows about our mate bond. Now I understand everything, that's why you came for me""Hester..." she started to sayBut her words trailed off when I interrupted her "The solution to all your problems is to reject me as your mate" He stood still and silent as he shook his head in denial."Oh, Don't worry, I don't need the transfer certificate anymore. I
I waved my hand and sat down on one of the couches by the railing while looking at my fingernails."Stop playing games and open the damn door!""I won't. I'd rather spend the day alone than be with you. I have a fiancé who trusts me and I'm not going to betray him", I hinted with a laugh.He yelled again and again, while I just concentrated on the beautiful scenery. However, as much as I tried to enjoy the fresh air, a thousand thoughts ran through my mind.I didn't know why I was so broken inside. I hated that man whose black eyes were looking at me through the glass of the room.Almost a year ago I had loved that man more than any
It had been almost 20 minutes since Bennett had been in the kitchen. I felt bored and reached for my phone to check it.In fact, since Walter had left, I had done nothing but fill his message inbox with questions. However, he ignored them all."-Honey, I'll answer all your questions when I see you again-""-I'll be back soon, just stay away from Alpha Bennett-""-I want to see you-"I read his messages over and over again. In fact, I had done everything I could to stay away from Bennett; however, when he blackmailed me again I had no choice but to come to this place with him."The food
I stared silently as Bennett's lips quirked into a faint sneer. His scent freshened my nostrils, but I shook my head and folded my arms."Alpha Bennett. I don't want to be here. What did you bring me here for? Are you planning to sleep with me?" I asked with annoyance. At my words, Bennett's eyebrows rose as he fell silent. His expression was softer, but at the same time his eyes were resting on mine, as if he was trying to read my mind. A derisive snort escaped my lips when I noticed his silence. Did this man think I would not respond? However, as I wandered in my thoughts, I saw him walking toward a mini-bar. Ignoring him, I walked towards the stairs and looked up to the second floor, where strangely only one door was visible. What the fuck, did this huge mansion only have one room? It was impossible! On the other hand, I looked around and saw the kitchen, a huge living room and a door that seemed to lead to a garden. At that, I took a step to move away, but at that moment, I h
The car drove through the woods for almost 30 minutes. My body felt numb when suddenly the car stopped in front of a huge old mansion.It didn't look like the ones in the pack, it was different, it looked like something out of a fantasy book. There was a huge garden of blue and purple flowers all around, while the pillars were black and the walls were opaque white.There were even several artificial fountains that seemed to have colored water.I was so engrossed by the beautiful scenery that I didn't notice that Bennett had gotten out of the car.I came out of my trance when I saw him open the door on my side and hold his hand out to me with a smile.
I could feel everyone's gaze on me; they were obviously upset. Me, Alpha Walter's fiancée, getting into Alpha Bennett's car? What kind of woman was I?"Shit Did you see? What a bitch that girl!""But what about Alpha? How can he go with that girl? Is he planning to cheat on the beautiful Agatha with that woman?""She was Alfa's assistant. Maybe they already fucked and now she's running into the arms of another alpha?"The murmurs were heard until the car window was rolled up.On the other side, I reached across the seat and crossed my arms angrily. Bennett seemed to sporadically turn his gaze toward me, making me uncomfortable.&n
In fact, I was well aware that everyone at the institute knew that I had been the girlfriend of Alpha Bennett's younger brother, so perhaps the man felt a little strange."Alpha, I'm sorry, but I don't understand what you said" hinted the dean with a confused expression. Although the dean had power over the students, Bennett had power over him and all the higher ranks of the pack, so whatever Bennett said was binding, whether they liked it or not. At that, I saw Bennett look away and focus on the man behind the desk "Hester Winters will get her transfer effectively only if she is my assistant for one day. After that, you can leave the pack without any problem and continue your studies there", he said seriously. The dean's eyebrows went up. Everyone at the institute knew that I had been Bennett's personal assistant, so the dean snapped his fingers and sighed, “Oh, that makes sense."Oh, that makes sense. I see that Ms. Hester Winters did her job well as an assistant. I am very proud
From Hester's point of viewThe days were passing quickly, yet Walter still hadn't returned from his pack, which created an emptiness in my chest.The reality is that Bennett didn't miss any opportunity to tease me. He even started sending flowers, chocolates and gifts to my house. I would just take them, throw them in the trash or give them away to the kids at school. How could that man possibly think of buying me gifts? That morning I woke up early and took a shower; however, my phone started ringing as I was getting dressed."Dean?" I said when I saw the contact."Miss Hester, good morning. I am calling to inform you that your transfer request has been denied" said the dean in a soft voice."What? How is that possible? Why?" I asked with my eyes wide open."I don't know. It was orders from my superiors. So you will have to reapply or speak directly to the superiors" said the man.As soon as I heard that, I hung up the call and threw the phone on the bed. I clenched my fists in f
Fuck, I understood perfectly what that contract meant. With a sigh, I closed my eyes and tried to calm down. I didn't want Bennett to do something he might regret. So I turned around and walked over to the picture next to the wall. I pulled the painting out and looked at the hidden safe. For a second I stopped and looked back at Bennett, expecting him to make a gesture of regret, but no, he was more elated than ever. Without further ado, I had to turn around, put in the secret key and pull out the black folder. With a worried snort, I walked back to the desk and handed the folder to Bennett, who took it before looking at me with a terrified expression."Leave your worries alone. I'm fine" he said with a deep tone. On the other hand, I saw him focus his attention on the folder and open it. His eyes roamed over each and every page as my chest nearly exploded.***From Bennett's point of viewI read every single word of this damn contract. However, my eyes stopped on a couple of red