Evelyn POV The room became silent and everyone stared in shock. The look on their faces was so obvious as it changed from shock and confusion and then to curiosity. Their eyes moved between us while trying to fathom what was to happen.The girl who approached had an apparent facial expression. Her brows were raised and her eyes widened in disbelief. The strands of her brown hair fell over her face as she shook her head in refusal.“How can you have a girlfriend? Don’t you care about me?” I could hear the hurt in her tone and the anger in her eyes as she asked.Dylan seemed rather composed even after his announcement. Her reaction seemed to have no effect on him, instead I could see the plain look on his face as she questioned him. “What does my having a girlfriend have to do with you?” he replied lazily while he kept his hand around my shoulder, not the least bothered by the eyes of the onlookers. His gaze on her sharpened as she continued. “My father is your father's most loyal pa
Evelyn's POVDylan looked at me for a while without saying a word but even if he didn't admit it, I already knew that everything that happened in that room was a performance. He had invited me to the birthday for a reason and it wasn't because he wanted to be there but because had to clear something. Something that had to do with his relationship with Celine. Whatever it was that he had with her was definitely something he wanted to end. He had used my presence and made a public announcement of his relationship with me to clear the air of his engagement with Celine. “You really have a clever plan; bringing me here just to shift the blame for the broken engagement onto me. I’ve become the other woman who ruins someone else's engagement. That way, Celine will be sad and disappointed, and won’t bother you anymore. You’ve gotten rid of a big problem.” I said with certainty and a smile curved the corner of his mouth. The knowing smile was enough to confirm that I had been right all along
Evelyn's POVSeth's face contorted into a frown and his eyes narrowed at me. "Why are you here? To mock her? She almost lost the child. Look how badly she was beaten up and you still come here to make fun of her?" He asked like he hadn't been listening to everything I said. Judging by his reaction, I could tell that he was angrier about what I just said about him. He hated it when everyone praised me for my efforts. "Is that what you think I came here for? You think I'm as shallow as Veronica? I won't put up an act or wear a facade after hurting someone," I replied but he scoffed."And you think anyone would believe you? I don't believe you. And Veronica was right. You're putting on a facade," he said with certainty. My brows drew into a hard knot as I listened to him. Soon I burst into a fit of laughter and I saw how they shuddered in front of me. Did he really think I care about anything he said? This was not why I came here. I put my hand into my bag and brought out a voice reco
Evelyn's POVThe sunlight peeked through the curtains and I stirred in my sleep. I groaned, stretching in the bed, satisfied by how free my muscles were. I never thought I'd wake up to the day I would feel relaxed.My eyes fluttered open and I stared at the ceiling for some time, my vision cleared and my mind recalling the incident that occurred in the hospital. It had been days ago but they were still clear in my memory. I felt relieved that I didn't have to wake up with the sound of the alarm. These past few days had given me the time to reflect back on everything that happened both at the station and in the hospital.The temporary leave had been helpful somehow and I was actually grateful because I needed time for myself. I was tired of always looking over my shoulder even at work. Getting up from the bed, I got ready for the day. I ate breakfast and thought of what to do in my free time. I decided to spend my time designing jewelry. I couldn't remember the last time I did that a
Evelyn's POV I stood in front of the building, looking at the place only to make memories rush back in. It was a place I once called home, a place I couldn't leave without.Exhaling sharply, I finally moved towards the place. I knocked on the door and waited for someone to pull the door open. I heard footsteps and soon the door was pulled open and the housekeeper stared at me in disbelief. Her familiar face had a slight change as the corners of eyes had wrinkled and her lips were thinner. "Miss, the Alpha told me you would be home tonight, so I made your favorite butter cookies." She beamed as she scanned me, her expression changing."You look different from when I last saw you," she pointed out.I let out a sigh, she knew me too well. She had been there during my childhood to adolescence. She knew when I was happy or sad."I'm really happy to see you again," she added. The last time we saw each other was a few months back. Although I was known as the daughter of Orion Pack's Alph
Evelyn's POVHer face grew pale and her eyes darted around to confirm if anyone was listening to our conversation but once she realized that we're alone, she let out a sigh of relief. "What nonsense are you talking about?" Her voice was shaking but she continued to probe for answers. "Who told you that? What else do you know?"Her next question made me tilt my head and stare at her with pure amusement. The fear on her face grew but I could see anger burning in her eyes as she tried to relax. Suddenly her face darkened and her jaw set. She took a step forward again, trying to intimidate me with her gaze but I remained unfazed, clearly showing her that nothing she did affected me.I just wanted answers to my questions. I wanted to know the truth behind everything. "You're just a dog raised in this house, and I can kill you anytime." She threatened, her eyes searching mine but I kept a blank expression. Rolling my eyes upwards, I scoffed at her threat. She really thought her words wo
Evelyn's POVThe Alpha shook his head, looking displeased by the news. He stared at her in disbelief. "And you think that would work?" He asked, looking uncertain by her decision.Stella placed a hand on her hip with her chin high. "Dad, I told you already that I know what I'm doing and I'm sure I'll get my brand to make it into the Alpha King's mall. Or don't you believe me?" He sighed, washing his hand over his face. "That's not even what I mean. Think about it, Stella. Don't you think that at this point you're just being overly fanciful because we both know the requirements in getting into the Alpha King's mall. It's not as easy as it seems," he tried to explain but Stella was that stubborn child that would never agree that the sky was blue even with it being so clear to her. "Why are you so bothered about that, Dad? We both know that I have what it takes. I'm both competitive and I'll always get what I want if I put the right effort," she replied with a smile curling her lips up
Evelyn's POVMy legs refused to move back as I stared at that blank space in front of me, unable to fathom or put meaning to what was happening around me. I could feel Seth's heartbeat as his chest pressed against mine. I wanted to say something but my lips parted and closed with no words coming forth.I swallowed, trying so hard not to be affected by the name he called me but they only brought back memories that I had tried too hard to forget."Lyn," he repeated and my throat tightened as the emotions all came rushing back. I could barely remember the last time he called me that.I barely remembered how it sounded and why I had been so affected by it. I only remembered how comfortable it made me feel whenever I was with him and how happy I was because only he could call me that name. It wasn't a special nickname but no one had ever called me that. Everyone called me Evelyn but only he called me Lyn, saying it was his nickname to me. At first it sounded normal, just a diminutive of
Evelyn's POV As I walked into Dylan's office building at noon, I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and nervousness. I had come to invite him to dinner at Luna Janet's house, and I was eager to see him again. As I entered the building, I was immediately struck by the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff seemed to recognize me, and they greeted me with friendly smiles and nods.As I made my way to Dylan's office, my heart began to beat faster with anticipation. I couldn't wait to see him, to feel his warm smile and his gentle touch. When I finally reached his office, I pushed open the door and stepped inside.Dylan looked up from his desk, a look of delight spreading across his face as he saw me. He jumped up from his chair and strode over to me, a warm smile on his face. As he reached me, he leaned in and placed a gentle kiss on my forehead.I felt like my heart was going to explode. The touch of his lips on my skin sent shivers down my spine, and I felt like I was melt
Evelyn's POV As Luna Janet's warm smile still lingered on her face, she began to speak again, her voice filled with excitement and pride. "I also have some wonderful news to share with you, Evelyn," she said, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm. "The Jupiter Pack has secured the development project for the new territory."I felt a surge of surprise and delight at this news, and Luna Janet's face lit up with a pleased smile. "I must say, I'm convinced that it was your influence that led Dylan to choose the Jupiter Pack in the end," she said, her voice filled with admiration.I felt a blush rise to my cheeks at this compliment, and Luna Janet's eyes crinkled at the corners as she smiled. "Please, do thank Dylan on my behalf," she said, her voice warm with gratitude. "And I would be delighted to invite him to dinner at our home. Would you please extend the invitation to him?"I nodded eagerly, feeling a sense of excitement and pleasure at the prospect of Dylan visiting the Jupiter Pack's
Evelyn's POV The station director rushed over, a look of excitement on his face, I felt a sense of confusion wash over me. What was he going to say? And he introduced Luna Janet to everyone.“Ladies and gentlemen,” the station director began, his voice booming across the room. “I would like to introduce you to Luna Janet, the Luna of the Jupiter Pack.”The crowd exchanged confused looks, their eyes darting back and forth between Luna Janet, Veronica, and me. I could almost see the wheels turning in their minds as they tried to figure out the relationship between the three of us.But before anyone could ask any questions, Luna Janet stepped forward, a commanding presence that seemed to fill the entire room. Her eyes flashed with a fierce inner light as she began to speak.“I am Evelyn's mother-in-law,” she announced, her voice clear and authoritative. “And Veronica here is a mistress who has been interfering in Evelyn's marriage.”The room seemed to erupt into chaos as Luna Janet's wo
Evelyn's POV My feet moved faster as I stepped into the TV station, I was immediately enveloped in a flurry of activity. My colleagues swarmed around me, their faces alight with excitement and curiosity. I could feel their eyes upon me, boring into my skin as they whispered and gossiped among themselves.I wasn't surprised, of course. I had expected something like this to happen. The television and news had been abuzz with the story of the Alpha King's new girlfriend — namely, me. I had been the center of attention for what felt like an eternity, and I knew that my colleagues would be eager to get the scoop on the latest developments.As I made my way through the crowded room, I could hear snippets of conversation drifting through the air. “Did you hear that Alpha Dylan declared her his girlfriend in public?” someone whispered. “I know, I saw it on the news,” another colleague replied. “I wonder what it's like to be the Alpha King's girlfriend,” a third person mused.I felt my face g
Evelyn's POV I wrapped myself in Dylan's arms, I couldn't deny the way my heart skipped a beat whenever he was near. It was as if my very existence was tied to his, my heart beating in tandem with his, my breath catching in my throat whenever he looked at me.I felt like I was drowning in his eyes, like I was being pulled under by a riptide of emotions. I wanted to give in to him, to let him sweep me up in his arms and carry me away on a tide of passion and desire. But I was scared, so scared, of what it would mean.What if I let him in, only to have him break my heart again? The thought sent a shiver down my spine, a cold dread that seeped into my bones. I had been hurt before, hurt so badly that I thought I would never recover. And now, here I was, standing on the precipice of another potential heartbreak.My mind was a jumble of conflicting emotions, my heart torn between the desire to surrender to Dylan's charms and the fear of getting hurt again. I felt like I was trapped in a n
Evelyn's POV A playful glint in my eye, as I teased Dylan about his earlier declaration. “You've already announced to the entire world that I'm your girlfriend,” I said, my voice light and airy. “I'm sure tomorrow's newspapers will be filled with reports about it. 'Alpha King Declares Love for Mysterious Woman' — I can already see the headlines.”I laughed, as I imagined the reaction of my coworkers tomorrow. “This day has been quite eventful, hasn't it?” I said, my eyes sparkling with amusement. “I'm sure I'll have to hear about it at work tomorrow. 'So, Evelyn, how's your new boyfriend, the Alpha King?'”But Dylan remained silent, his eyes fixed on mine with an intensity that made my heart skip a beat. He didn't smile, didn't laugh, didn't even react to my teasing. He just looked at me, his gaze burning with a fierce inner light that seemed to see right through me.I felt a shiver run down my spine as I met his gaze, my heart pounding in my chest. What was he thinking? What was goi
Evelyn's POV The final notes of the music faded away, the hall erupted into a thunderous applause, the sound waves crashing against me like a tidal wave. I felt like I was floating on air, my feet barely touching the ground as Dylan led me to the stage. The spotlight's glare enveloped us, making me feel like a star, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder and awe.“Good evening everyone, I'd like to offer each one of you a lifetime VIP membership in this prestigious restaurant,” he said.Dylan's voice boomed through the microphone, his words echoing off the walls as he declared that every single person present would receive a lifetime VIP membership at the famous Restaurant. The crowd went wild, their cheers, and applause reaching a fever pitch as they surged forward, their faces alight with excitement.I could barely believe my ears. I looked at Dylan in utter disbelief, my eyes wide with shock and amazement. He simply smiled at me, his eyes crinkling at the corners as he nod
Seth's POVI rushed back to the restaurant, the cool night air whipped through my hair, sending my thoughts into a frenzied whirlwind. Memories of Evelyn flooded my mind, and I couldn't help but wonder if she'd be at the restaurant, celebrating Stella's birthday. The thought of seeing her again, of making things right between us, drove me forward, my feet pounding the pavement in a frantic bid to reach her.Everything that had happened between Evelyn and me - the fights, the misunderstandings, the ultimate betrayal - it had all been because of Veronica's meddling. Her lies, her manipulation, her deceit. I felt a wave of anger wash over me, directed not just at Veronica, but at myself.How could I have been so blind? So stupid? I'd believed Veronica's lies, hook, line, and sinker. I'd cheated on Evelyn, the woman I loved, with her best friend. The shame and guilt threatened to consume me, but I pushed them aside, focusing instead on the anger I felt towards Veronica.As I pushed throug
Seth's POV As I gazed into Veronica's eyes, I saw a fervent intensity that only served to heighten my doubt. Her words, laced with conviction, insisted that the divorce papers were indeed from Evelyn. But I knew better. The trust I had once placed in Veronica now lay in tatters, shattered by the weight of her deception.My mind reeled as I thought back to the diary Veronica had shown me, the one where Evelyn had allegedly written about hating me. I was almost certain now that it was a fabrication, a clever ruse designed to manipulate me. The realization was like a punch to the gut, leaving me breathless and confused. Was this her plan to set us apart? Never did I ever imagine that she'd be capable of something like that. How was I so blind not to see the truth? However, now that I'd finally found out the truth I didn't know how to react and what to think. I was both confused and speechless, wondering if she'd ever been this way. I twisted with fear and pain, worried that I might not