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No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend Had left
LilaSunlight spilled through the delicate lace curtains, bathing my room in a soft, golden hue. It was the kind of morning that begged to be enjoyed, but my body rebelled against the idea of leaving the warm cocoon of blankets. The muffled chirping of birds barely registered as I dozed, teetering on the edge of sleep. Then came the knock. Loud, insistent, and utterly disrespectful of my desire to remain dead to the world. “Come in,” I croaked, my voice a hoarse whisper. The door creaked open, and in marched Joan and Emily, as if they owned the place. Joan, with her hair bouncing in rhythm to her dramatic strides, planted her hands on her hips. Her eyes sparkled with amusement. “Well, well, Sleeping Beauty,” she drawled, tilting her head. “Do we need to call Prince Charming to wake you, or are you planning to hibernate until next winter?” Emily, perched on the edge of my bed in a flash, stifled a laugh. Her golden hair was tied back in a messy ponytail, and her green eyes
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-23No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend It too
LilaThe sound of the morning birdsong outside my window grated against my ears as I grudgingly dragged myself out of bed. My limbs felt like lead, weighed down by the reluctance bubbling in my chest. The hardwood floor beneath my feet was cold, a jarring wake-up call that I could’ve done without. The bathroom mirror greeted me with a reflection that screamed exhaustion—hair a tangled mess and dark shadows under my eyes that even a full night's rest couldn’t erase. The warm water of the shower pounded against my skin, coaxing some of the tension from my muscles but doing little to soothe the unrest swirling in my head. The steam fogged the mirror, blurring my face when I stepped out and wrapped myself in a towel. I didn’t bother drying my hair properly, letting the damp strands cling to my neck as I rummaged through my wardrobe. Comfort over effort, I thought, pulling on a loose gray hoodie that had seen better days and black leggings that were one wash away from fading complete
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CadenThe dining table at the Frost Mansion was anything but peaceful. It felt like a battlefield, though none of them seemed to know it but me. I sat rigid in my seat, willing myself to focus on the breakfast before me, but it was impossible to ignore her.Damn those eyes, Lila. She waltzed into the dining room looking like a vision meant to torment me. Her dress, a deep green that hugged her in all the right places, was a masterpiece. The soft fabric teasing glimpses of her delicate curves without giving too much away. It was maddening, really. She was maddening. I forced my attention to the food on my plate, though my grip on the fork tightened. The clinking of silverware and the low hum of conversation around the table blurred into the background as my senses zeroed in on her. Why does it feel like we are all playing some sort of game? Her seat was directly across from mine, a deliberate choice, I was sure. Lila didn’t do anything without a reason. She slid into her chair,
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Ethan The breakfast table was calm on the surface, but beneath the quiet clinking of cutlery and casual conversation, something simmered. I sat back, taking in the dynamic around me, though my attention kept drifting to the silent exchanges between Caden and Lila. It wasn’t obvious. Not the kind of interaction anyone who wasn’t paying attention would catch. But I was paying attention. I always paid attention. Caden’s sharp gaze flicked to Lila’s more often than necessary. And her subtle reactions—a twitch of her lips, the slight tilt of her head—were enough to confirm my suspicions. There was something between them, something they thought they could hide. I swirled the wine in my glass, feigning disinterest, but every stolen glance, every fleeting expression, fueled my unease. How was I supposed to pursue someone whose heart held another?It was like setting up myself for trouble and heartache.Caden was back in Silver Lake to take a rest from work. At least, that was the
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LilaThe door to the lab creaked open as Emily and I stepped inside, the faint, clinical scent of antiseptic greeting us like an old, unwelcome acquaintance. The bright fluorescents overhead hummed softly, casting a cold, sterile light over the pristine counters and neatly arranged equipment. It was like stepping into a different world—one where order reigned supreme, unlike the chaos my personal life had become.Emily let out a low whistle, her sharp green eyes scanning the room with a kind of reverence. “Still spotless,” she murmured, setting her bag down on one of the stools. “Honestly, it’s creepy how they manage to keep it looking like no one works here.”I snorted, dropping my own bag beside hers. “You know that’s what makes this place so perfect. No judgments. No questions. Just science and peace. And no one cares if I wear the same hoodie for three days straight.”She arched a perfectly plucked brow and smirked. “Correction: you don’t care. I, however, would be crucified for
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CadenThat was one of a fucking morning! I walked away from the mansion and slipped into the sleek black car waiting for me outside the Frost building. I did not have time to sit and ponder on what occurred back at the breakfast table, I just went ahead and turned on the ignition. The car roared to life and I zoomed out of the estate.Time to head over to Peru’s agency to see what was going on. That Ethan of a guy didn’t seem as one dangerous, but pesty? He was one hell of a kind.In no time, the streets blurred into a haze outside the tinted windows. My thoughts, however, were already elsewhere. Lila was pulling dangerous strings here.I guess we were lucky that Ronan has not noticed anything yet or maybe he just has not gotten enough evidence yet. But I’m certain that he has his suspicions. I arrived in front of Peru’s agency. The sun hung high up in the sky, casting long shadows over the towering building. The entrance was discreet, the type that promised anonymity but whispered
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-23No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend In frustration
EthanWe arrived at Alpha Ronan's study. My shoes are thudding against the polished wood. The Frost mansion loomed as it always did—oppressive, grand, and suffocating.But today, it felt worse. There was a tension in the air, a weight I couldn’t ignore.The heavy sound of our shoes echoed in the hallway, growing louder as we approached his study. My pulse quickened, but I forced myself to stand tall, locking my nerves away behind a mask of indifference.When the doors swung open, Alpha Ronan entered like a storm with his broad shoulders cutting a shadow across the room, his golden eyes sharp and unyielding.“Ethan,” he said flatly, his voice low, measured, but carrying the unmistakable weight of authority. “You seem to have more to say."I swallowed but didn’t flinch. “Yes, indeed. I have something important to tell you, Alpha.”His eyes narrowed slightly. “It had better be. I don’t waste time on trivialities.”“It’s about one Felix.”His expression changed instantly. The air around h
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-23No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend Caden was
LilaThe Ball.“Get the fuck in here, Lila!” Emily’s voice cut through the muffled chatter like a whip.I flinched, the sound of her yell breaking my daze. Sighing, I slipped off the plush robe, letting it slide off my shoulders before pulling on a velvet dressing gown. The buttery fabric clung to my skin as I padded barefoot into the adjoining room.Emily stood in the center like a queen addressing her court, a stunning emerald gown shimmering under the soft chandelier light. Her hair was pinned into an elaborate updo, her makeup bold and unapologetic. She held out her arms with an exasperated expression.“You’re wasting time! Do you want to look like a wallflower tonight?” she demanded, gesturing toward the untouched dress hanging by the vanity.I crossed my arms, leaning against the doorframe. “Relax, Emily. We still have time.”“Time?” she scoffed, hands on her hips. “This isn’t just any party, Lila. It’s the ball. The one where everyone is important and by that, I mean everyone w
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No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend Believe him
Emily The moment Ethan and Caden stepped back into the room, I could feel the shift in the air. My heart stuttered for a second as I took in the sight of my husband, his expression softer but still lined with the weight of everything that had just happened. Caden, on the other hand, looked like a man who just put out a fire, calm and assured. He caught Lila’s eye and gave her a subtle nod, a silent message passing between them.Lila turned to me and smiled. “Emily, Caden and I need to grab some groceries. We’ll pick up the kids on our way back.”I knew exactly what she was doing. She was giving us privacy, a chance to talk. A warm appreciation swelled in my chest, and I nodded, smiling back at her. “Thank you.”She waved me off as she grabbed her purse, and with a final knowing glance, she and Caden stepped out of the house, leaving Ethan and me alone.The silence stretched between us, heavy and uncertain. Ethan shifted his weight, rubbing a hand over the back of his neck. I stayed
No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend Ever was
EthanI slammed my fists into the steering wheel, the sharp sting running up my arms doing little to curb the frustration boiling inside me. I shouldn’t have let my temper get the best of me. I shouldn’t have snapped at Emily. But goddamn it, everything is falling apart, and I feel like I’m drowning with no way to get my head above water.I wasn’t supposed to make mistakes. I was supposed to take care of her, protect her, build a future where she’d never have to worry. Instead, I got swindled like a fool.Reuben. That bastard. He’d played me like a puppet, and I had danced to his tune, convinced that the deal would put us ahead. My financial advisor had warned me.“Ethan, this is too risky,” He said, but I had been arrogant, thinking I could handle it. Reuben must have been laughing behind my back, knowing full well what he was doing. And now? Now I was standing in the ruins of that stupidity, watching everything I worked for crumble.I rear back and punch the dashboard again.
No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend Do it
Emily I knew something was wrong with Ethan before he even opened his mouth. The way his shoulders tensed when he thought no one was looking, the dark circles under his eyes from sleepless nights he never spoke about, the way he ran his hand through his hair when he thought too hard about something these were the little signs that only someone who truly knew him could catch.And I knew him. Knew him well enough to understand that he was keeping a secret. A big one.Lila and I stepped back into the living room, balancing the glasses of pineapple juice in our hands. I handed Ethan his glass, offering a soft smile. “Here you go, love.”He accepted it without looking at me. “Thanks.”Lila, ever the smooth one, slid onto the couch beside Caden and passed him his drink, shooting me a quick glance, almost as if to ask, Are you ready for this?I wasn’t. But I had no choice.I cleared my throat. “Ethan.”He sipped his juice. “Yeah?”I hesitated for a moment, gathering my thoughts, and then
No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend The kitchen
LilaThe mood in the living room had shifted. The tension was palpable, as though the walls themselves were closing in on us. Ethan was unusually quiet, staring into his drink as if it held the answers to questions he wasn’t ready to ask, let alone answer. Caden and I exchanged looks, but neither of us dared to speak up. It had been a while since we’d all been together, and I could sense the heaviness that hung in the air, especially around Ethan.But it wasn’t until I caught Emily’s face, suddenly drained of color, that I felt a shiver of unease. She had been laughing just a minute ago, her usual lighthearted self, but now she sat there, a shadow of herself, her eyes flickering nervously. She was hiding something. I knew her too well.I didn’t want to push her in front of everyone, but I also couldn’t let it slide. I stood up, my feet carrying me toward her. "Emily," I called gently, "You good?"She froze for a moment, then forced a smile that didn’t quite reach her eyes. "Yeah,
No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend We realized
EmilyTen years had passed and for two weeks now the rain had not let up. It was as if the clouds themselves were mourning, drenching everything in their sorrow. The funeral was anything but ordinary. Reuben had taken his own life, leaving behind a legacy as dark as the storm above. Pack traditions dictated that the body should be cremated, the ashes scattered to allow the soul to roam free. But for me, it wasn’t so simple. I’d known Reuben, and although his narcissistic and manipulative lifestyle had led to us going our separate ways and ultimately his sentence to the prison, I could not deny that I had once loved him and that he was also Ethan’s relative. “Ethan,” I whispered, my voice barely audible over the howling winds, “Are you sure about this?”He didn’t answer immediately, his eyes fixed on the freshly dug grave. His jaw clenched, his brow furrowed. I could tell he was fighting with himself—struggling with a decision that felt so wrong but so necessary. Finally, he turne
No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend Epilogue
Emily's POV Two years had passed since that life-changing day when everything seemed to fall into place. I stood at the kitchen counter, gazing out the window at the garden beyond. The sun was shining, a golden light spilling across the earth, painting everything in soft hues of warmth. The twins were playing outside, laughing as they chased each other around, their tiny feet kicking up little clouds of dust. Joan's son, almost two years old, was toddling along beside them, his innocent grin lighting up his entire face as he followed the twins’ every move. Lila’s baby, just a year old, was content in her arms, the tiny bundle snuggled against her chest, peacefully asleep.And then there was mine. My son. Our son. He had just turned one, and his bright eyes followed the others, his small hands reaching out to touch the world around him. I couldn’t help but smile as I watched him, my heart swelling with a love that felt boundless. He was the perfect combination of Ethan and me, with
No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend It together
Emily’s POVThe morning was crisp, the air just chilly enough to make me wish I had a scarf but not so cold that it drove me inside. I had grabbed my camera before heading out, planning on capturing the beauty of the city and the world around me for my blog. It wasn’t the most glamorous job, but I loved it—those quiet moments, the things most people overlooked, caught forever through the lens of my camera. I had started blogging as a way to reclaim some of my life after everything that had happened with Reuben, and over the past two months, it had been an escape. But now, it felt like something more—a way to share what I had found in the quiet spaces between moments, my own healing journey.I’d never been much of a morning person, but I had to admit, there was something beautiful about the way the world woke up. The soft golden hue of the rising sun filtering through the trees, the chirping of the birds, and the occasional rustle of leaves as a gentle breeze blew through the streets.
No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend Her again
Ethan’s POVThe tension in the air was thick with the weight of what had just transpired. My wolf, still surging with adrenaline, felt like it was still in the thick of the fight, the echo of my claws scraping against Reuben’s skin. But the battle was over. Reuben had been captured, and now all that remained was to ensure that the twins were safe and that justice was done.I couldn’t help but glance over at the twins as I carried them, still unconscious but alive—thank the gods. The small bodies of the children felt impossibly light in my arms, but the fear gnawing at me wasn’t going away anytime soon. I could already imagine the damage done to them—mentally and physically. The kind of trauma they would have to overcome.As I moved through the woods, my thoughts kept drifting back to Emily. Her tear-streaked face haunted me. She’d been through too much—more than anyone should have to endure. I hated that Reuben had forced her to go through all this, but at least, for now, we had saved
No Strings Attached: My Brother’s Best Friend The war
Ethan’s POVThe forest was eerily quiet, the air thick with tension. My pulse pounded in my ears as I led the way through the thick trees. Every step felt heavier than the last, each footfall a reminder of what we were about to face. The twins were close. Too close. I could almost taste the fear in the air, the bitter tang of it sinking into my chest.The plan had been simple: get in, get them out, and deal with whatever came next. But there was no plan for what was about to happen. The forest was quiet now, too quiet, like the calm before a storm, and I could feel it deep in my bones.As we moved deeper, I could sense them—Reuben and his men—waiting. Their presence, looming in the shadows, thickened the air. The anger was palpable, like a storm cloud ready to burst. I didn’t know what to expect, but I knew one thing for sure: we were walking into a confrontation that could change everything.When we finally reached the clearing, there they were. Reuben stood at the edge of the trees,
