Fianceé?
Grace immediately froze. Her eyes widened as if she had seen a ghost. She looked at the calm man beside her who placed a hand on her back patting her back, in a way to tell her not to say anything.
Alpha Nelson Divine.
As in President of the Divine group international Alpha Nelson Divine? The only grandson of the richest family in the world? The real Alpha Nelson Divine? She blinked. She was imagining things for sure. Nelson? THE Nelson? What mess had she gotten herself into?
Grace gulped and quickly averted her eyes, looking at her palm. As a fianceé, she was supposed to know his position and should not act too surprised knowing who he was. She tried to stay calm, without fiddling her fingers too much.
Victor immediately scoffed. “Unbelievable,” He folded his arms and smirked looking at Alpha Nelson. “What would a highly renowned CEO be found in an area like this? I don't believe you. You are just trying to deceive us. If it was the Alpha Nelson Divine I know, he would probably be dining in the world's biggest hotel not a four-star hotel like this Grace knew she should stay calm in this situation and not say anything but she couldn't keep it in.”
She took a deep breath and felt Victor's gaze on her. She looked at him expressionlessly, she forced herself to do it even though she was hurt and sad. That the person she loved would do something like this.
“I suggested it,” Grace said. She managed to blush and tighten the blanket around her. “I suggested to him that we meet here because it has been a long time since we saw each other and he was around the area. He didn't mind.”
She raised her head, confidence dripping in every word, and looked at the reporters in the room. “I suggest you all leave before you get into more trouble than you already are in.
This is a private session between two couples. It's not nice to have people staring at me.”Luckily enough, the reporters were smart enough to understand and quickly apologized leaving just Victor in the room who was about to say something.
“You are not leaving? Or is this a secret kink of yours?” Alpha Nelson asked him with a knowing smile.
Victor watched him for a while before bringing out his phone and furiously typing something.
He looked up from his phone screen and looked at Alpha Nelson. He did that a couple of times, his expression becoming dreadful as each moment passed.
“Mr…Mr…” he gulped. His head quickly bowed. “Mr. Divine I apologize for what I had caused you. I did not expect that you would be the person my lover would have used for this situation. I did not know. I would make sure not to share any rumors about you.”
Grace scoffed. She couldn't believe he called Cindy his lover in front of her. Her head slightly turned to the side, tears were already brimming in her eyes.
Victor was also a CEO. Vice chairman of the Digital consult group. Their family had known each other and thought it was wise for the two to get married. She was always spending time with him and him alone.
But after her father lost his position, the family was nice enough to let her join their company as an accountant.
Victor felt she should work elsewhere and that it might be bad for her image if he let her work with them. It could look like she got in through a connection. So she worked as an accountant in a publishing company. Junior accountant and she was too busy to even be with him as before.
But he always called. He always cared. Was that all for naught? Did he never love her for him to drug someone and then put her in this situation?
“You,” Victor said, pointing at Grace. “Get up from the bed now." The audacity was appalling and foul. How dare he tell her what to do after he fucking caused this whole situation!?Alpha Nelson who had removed his hand from her back then said, “That's no way to talk to my fianceé. You should leave before I change my mind about calling the cops."
Victor gave her a hateful glance before walking out.
Alpha Nelson shot her a look before getting up and heading to the bathroom. With that Grace was left alone in the room. She didn't waste any more time before leaving the hotel room.
As she walked out of the hotel lobby, she glanced around cautiously before heading down the street.
After ensuring she was alone, she made her way to the nearest dilapidated building.
As the moon's silver light spilled over her, her skin tingled with an unsettling sensation.With a deep, guttural growl, she moved to the edge of the building, her muscles contorting and bones shifting as an otherworldly force coursed through her.
The metamorphosis surged through her, an overwhelming and almost surreal ordeal she could never quite get used to.The sensations were intense as her body tingled, and convulsed.
With a primal howl that pierced the silence, her form twisted and changed, fur sprouting across her skin, limbs elongating into powerful limbs, and teeth sharpening into formidable fangs.
The world below looked miniature from her new vantage point, and with an exhilarating rush of adrenaline, she leaped into the night, now a creature of the moon and shadows – a fearsome werewolf.
Her eyes growing keener and more vibrant, adapted for nocturnal pursuits. The change was completed with spasms and shudders, leaving her bewildered yet exhilarated.
Testing her abilities, she flexed her powerful limbs and felt the brush of fur against fur.
The air caught her as she surged upwards, her howl of excitement echoing through the night.
Grace, a rare shifter with the ability to transform into a werewolf raced through the city streets, her senses alive with the scent of humanity and the rhythm of urban life.A symphony of sounds faded into the background as her heightened senses took over, guiding her back home under the pale moon's embrace, her being now one with the night.
With the moon as her guide, she finally returned home under its pale glow, her mind cleansed of the past events.
In a world where shapeshifters were few, Grace stood out. Her mother had shared this unique gift, but circumstances had robbed her of it. Her brother could not shapeshift and till their father left them, he never knew that he had shapeshifters in his family. Her mum had said he could have sold them for money.
As for her situation, tomorrow she would have to face the consequences and ask him why he had done that to her. She needed answers.
Grace opened the apartment door and went inside. Putting on the light, the first thing her eyes met was her mother who stood before her with an angry expression.
“Mum!” She called out but the slap that landed across her face was enough to send her body to the floor.
“A disappointment! A disgrace, that’s exactly what you are!”Grace felt the words reverberate through her mind like a bell tolling in an empty room. The bitter taste of last night’s encounter with her mother still lingered. Her body tensed at the memory—her mother’s drunken fury, the stinging slap, and the sour smell of alcohol that filled the room.She blinked hard, pushing it away. The past would not own her today. Not now. Not in front of him.Victor stood casually before her, his arm draped lazily over the balcony railing, as though her fury meant nothing.“How do you sleep at night knowing what you did?” Grace’s voice was sharp, controlled—her eyes locked onto his, daring him to look away.Victor scoffed, a humorless grin curving his lips. “Your mother slapped you again?”“That shouldn’t concern you,” she shot back, fists clenched at her sides. “What you did was worse. You drugged me. You let that happen—you planned for it.”Victor tilted his head, eyes narrowing in mock amusement
Grace had expected Alpha Nelson Divine to clear the rumors. Surely, a man of his influence wouldn’t let such nonsense spiral out of control?But life, as usual, had other plans.Her face was everywhere. The photo was so clear that even if she tried to deny it, no one would believe her. The close-up captured every detail—her tangled hair, the blanket hastily draped around her shoulders, her bare skin peeking through. She was unmistakable.“Wow, Grace. I never knew you were such a big shot.” Kiana’s voice carried both awe and teasing.Grace ignored the comment, taking a steadying breath before sinking back into her chair. Her colleagues’ stares weighed heavy on her, their gazes filled with envy and curiosity.She raised a trembling hand to her forehead, shielding her face. “Grace, are you okay? You’re shaking,” Kiana whispered, concern lacing her words.Grace shook her head wordlessly and powered on her computer. As the screen loaded, her worst fears were confirmed. Every search engine s
The club was one of the most exclusive and luxurious in the city. Its reputation alone made Grace hesitate as she stepped out of the taxi.A man in a crisp suit approached her. “Miss Valdez?”She froze, studying him with suspicion.The man seemed to notice her hesitation and smiled politely. “Mr. Divine is waiting for you on the 15th floor.”Still wary, Grace nodded and followed him inside. The elevator ride felt endless. When the doors finally opened, she was greeted by the soft gleam of glass doors leading to an indoor pool. Behind those doors, two guards stood stoically. They exchanged a glance with the suited man, nodded, and stepped aside.The moment Grace entered, her breath caught.In the center of the pool, a man cut through the water with fluid precision, every movement smooth and powerful. It was as if the water bowed to his command. He wore only black swim trunks, his bare upper body glistening under the soft lights. Muscles rippled across his arms and torso, perfectly defin
The moment Grace placed the pen down, her heart pounded with the weight of what she’d just done.Alpha Nelson didn’t hesitate; he took the pen, signed his own name with a practiced flourish, and sealed their contract.“I’ll be going home now,” Grace said quickly, eager to escape the surreal atmosphere.“Not so fast, wifey,” Nelson said, a teasing smile tugging at his lips.She turned sharply to glare at him. “What do you want now?”Nelson leaned back casually, amusement flickering in his eyes. “As a married woman, don’t you think you should stick close to your husband?”Grace folded her arms, unimpressed. “You want me to sit here and watch you?”“That sounds great,” Nelson replied, smirking. “You’ll have the privilege of watching the hottest body in the world.”She rolled her eyes. What kind of man have I gotten myself involved with?Before she could respond, Nelson closed the distance between them. Grace felt her knees weaken as his presence overwhelmed her senses. His bare chest—stil
The moment Grace reached her boss’s office door, she let out a breath she hadn’t realized she’d been holding. Gathering herself, she raised her hand and knocked softly.“Come in,” came a deep voice from within.Pushing the door open, she stepped inside. “Sir, you sent for me?”“Please, sit down, Miss Valdez,” Mr. Mason said politely, gesturing to the chair opposite his desk.Grace sat down cautiously, her nerves on edge. “Is there a problem, sir?”Mr. Mason leaned forward slightly, his expression calm but probing. “I’ll get straight to the point. Is it true that Nelson Divine is your fiancé? The media certainly thinks so.”Grace froze. “Uh… I—” Her mind scrambled to find a convincing answer. How can I possibly tell him that Nelson Divine is not only my supposed fiancé but now my husband?Mr. Mason, noticing her hesitation, sighed. “I understand if you don’t want to discuss personal matters, but that’s not why I called you in here.”Relieved by the shift, Grace managed to ask, “Then wha
“Grace!” Kiana called, peeking into her office. “Aren’t you heading home?”“Home?” Grace blinked, glancing at her watch. It was already past 6 PM.She let out a tired sigh. I’ve been so buried in work that I didn’t even realize how late it is.“Thanks, Kiana, but you go ahead. I’ll leave shortly.”Kiana gave her a small nod before walking off. Grace quickly started packing her things, tossing her files and laptop into her bag. When she finally picked up her phone, her heart dropped—five missed calls from an unfamiliar number.Her chest tightened. Could that have been Mr. Divine?“Oh no,” she muttered to herself, pacing nervously. “He told me to expect his call. What if he’s angry now?”With no time to dwell, she finished packing and hurried out of her office.The moment Grace stepped out of the company building, she froze in surprise. Parked near the entrance was a sleek black Range Rover.“Mrs. Divine,” one of the bodyguards said, stepping out and opening the back door for her.Inside
The piercing sound of Grace’s alarm clock jolted her awake. With half-closed eyes, she reached out and turned it off.Five more minutes. She whispered to herself and immediately dozed off again.“Sis, wake up! It’s 6:30—you’re going to be late for work!”Grace stirred as her younger brother Elvis’s voice pierced through her dream.“And your phone’s been ringing nonstop! It’s your boss calling!” Elvis added.At the mention of her boss, Grace bolted upright, all traces of sleep disappearing instantly.“What?” she gasped, grabbing her phone from Elvis’s outstretched hand. Her heart sank when she saw the screen—five missed calls from her boss. A quick glance at the clock confirmed her fears: it was 6:35 AM.“Oh no!” she exclaimed, jumping out of bed. “I’m late!”Twenty frantic minutes later, Grace emerged from her room fully dressed and ready for work. In the dining area, her mother and Elvis sat at the table eating breakfast.“Sis, join us before the food gets cold,” Elvis offered cheerfu
Alpha Nelson Divine strode into his office with the powerful air of a man who commanded both respect and fear. His sharp eyes surveyed the room before landing on Nathan, his most trusted aide.“Nathan, go find out if Gerald was able to drop my wife off at her place of work,” Nelson said coolly as he sank into his chair.“Okay, boss.” Nathan nodded and left the office.As soon as Nathan was gone, a voice echoed in Nelson’s mind.“Do you love her?” Nelson’s wolf asked.“Of course not,” Nelson muttered, brushing the question aside. “Have you forgotten? She’s not our mate.”“Are you sure you don’t love her? I don’t want any problems when our mate finally shows up.”“There will be no problem,” Nelson replied firmly. “Our marriage is a contract—nothing more. Two years, eleven months, three weeks, and six days from now, it’ll be over.”“Alright, if you say so,” his wolf said reluctantly. “I’ve always respected your decisions, but I’ll hold you to this.”“You don’t have a choice,” Nelson smirk
They got to Alpha Nelson's mansion after about one to two hours of driving home. Alpha Nelson's house was really so far from where he had gone to pick up Grace and her family.The truth was that he had gone to Grace’s mother’s house to take her home when realisation dawned on him that they had left the airport, so he sent police and some security to join him at the airport, knowing fully well he had been having a lot of threat messages and didn't want to get himself in trouble. This was exactly how he also saved Grace, Cassandra, her younger brother, and mom.“I love you! I love you! I love you!” Alpha Nelson couldn't stop chanting these words to Grace as they drove home. Grace's face plastered with a beautiful smile z giving her that beautiful look, she had really forgotten she almost lost her life just a few minutes ago. It's been long since she smiled genuinely, and she prays she continues to smile and smile with Alpha Nelson by her side; now her mother's wish is granted: the chi
It was the early hours of the morning; Grace was already up, and Cassandra too.“I will go make a sandwich and coffee; we have to take something before leaving for the airport.” Casandra said and stood up to go prepare something while Grace yawned and stretched herself tirelessly on the bed.“Okay, I will just get some things ready.” Grace said and then tried to sit up from the bed.✓✓✓✓✓✓✓“Hi, Ma, we have done some investigations, and we found out that Grace, her best friend, and her family are leaving the country at 9:00 am this very morning.” The man had reported to Sophia.Sophia was still asleep when the call had come in, but immediately the men had said leaving the country with her family, her eyes snapped open and she was alert.“What do you mean by leaving the country? Leaving the country to where! Make sure you have to shoot them all before they even use their eyes to see the airport.” Sophia said and sighed.“Yes, ma! We are attacking them on their way to the airport.” The
News was flying all over the media; Victor was pronounced dead, not just him, the other lady he had introduced to Cindy as his new girlfriend, all this leaving a lot of persons surprised.Not just that, the investigation they have been carrying out concerning Cindy since she had given them her phone that contained some secret of hers, they discovered that Victor and his fiancée were killed by the unknown men Cindy sent; they didn't kill just Victor and his fiancée; they also killed all his workers and maids.News also had it that he was killed that exact day Cindy had an accident, and it was already two days, and they had discovered it in the early hours of the morning.“What the hell is all this all over the media? Victor is dead?” Grace squealed; goosebumps could be seen on her body.“I saw that; that serves him right. He was with a sweet lady like you and traded you for a killer. Don't you think that serves them right?” CASSANDRA said and laughed out loud; there was no feeling of e
“Who the hell is that” Alpha Nelson sneered, he was asking the driver , driving himin his latest Whit Roy Royce car.“I have no idea sir, the gateman just opened the door, just for me to go in, I noticed that a car is about to leave too.” The driver complained to Nelson.“Go down and stop that car from moving till I go inside the premises! Who the hell is that?” Alpha Nelson sneered and the driver not wanting Alpha NELSON'S Anger to be vent on him quickly slid out of the car to know who was that.To his surprise, it was Grace and Cassandra, they were leaving the mansionAlpha Nelson had already climbed down from home car also to know who the hell was that.“Can we just leave in peace!” Cassandra sneered as she truch her forehead.She has already revised out of the hell Nelson call a mansion and was leaving with her sweet bestfriend when Alpha Nelson came down from the trash he called a cae and started blabbing out rubbish from the pit he called a mouth.“Excuse me, we were leaving alr
Alpha Nelson was really not happy staying in his mansion any longer; he couldn't just wait for Sophia and Grace to leave already.He had left for work before Sophia had left earlier in the morning and had, at first, strictly warned Grace, Cassandra, and Sophia that he didn't want to see them in his house if he returned; if not, he would throw them out by himself.‘Grave is not going anywhere; she is your wife, and Morgan and her son are the ones leaving.” Alpha Nelson's mom has opposed what he had said.“Mom, this is my house; whatever I say stands.” Alpha Nelson had said in the morning before leaving.Alpha Not has also promised himself that he will run a DNA test on the son to know if truly it was his son because sometimes people can have similar looks, and he really didn't trust Morgan so well.He was still at his office when he received the information that Morgan is dead, and he read everything; to his surprise, he was really not incorrect about the fact he had called the lady Mo
“The headline, check the news headlines, what am I hearing?” Grace asked Cassandra as she waited for her to check her phone and see exactly what she was talking about.“What can't you believe, babe?” Cassandra said checking the news headlines, there was a lot of news, and she really couldn't understand the particular one Grace couldn't believe.“Just check, keep on checking, just keep on searching.” Grace said, scratching her hair as though she wanted to go mad all of a sudden.“What? Cindy is dead? She had an accident?” Cassandra screamed as she read the headline; Cindy was no one special to her, but she was shocked to the fullest.Cassandra had to come down to observe Grace; she really didn't know why Grace was panting; she was supposed to be happy.“You look sad, Grace. Why, if I may know?” Cassadra asked Grace; she was surprised, shocked, angry, and also confused, and it was written all over her.“Please go through it, just go through the write up after the headline, this girl rea
You can just go to Morgan; I'm so sorry things didn't work as planned.” Cassandra said to Cindy that she really had no idea why Grace' had told her to come to the estate at first, but she believed it was business related.“Okay, ma'am.” Cindy said and bowed her head, leaving almost immediately.“We are leaving!” Grace said to Cassandra boldly and stood up from the floor, wiping her tears.She won't damn cry for a man that doesn't even care about her and treated her like a piece of trash; this was even an understatement; anything more than that is how Alpha Nelson treats her.“Are you serious about this? You are giving up on him?” Cassandra asked Grace, taking Grace's hand into hers as she squeezed it tightly.“Yes, I am sure about this; we are leaving tomorrow during evening hours, and then our things will be ready.” Grace said the way she spoke, one will know she is holding herself from crying.“Babes, you are my best friend, and I am always here for you. You don't have to cry or wor
“What the hell just happened!” Cassandra sneered as she watched Alpha Nelson walk angrily as he climbed the stairs.Grace was really short of words too, not just Cassandra.The air in the room was palpable, because everyone was shocked at what had happened.“Nelson just chose this bitch over me.” Sophia sneered and walked furiously to Morgan, Morgan, who was not ready for any problems, just had to carry her son and was heading upstairs, and Sophia had to draw her with her clothes to stand in front of her.“That mob is a bitch! Is he even okay?” Cassandra asked Grace, who sat down on the bare floor and was scattering her head.It felt as though he had wanted to explode.There was also one thing they all noticed: Alpha Nelson's mom had drastically hated Sophia and had even told her to leave.It was obvious she now wants Grace; however, Alpha Nelson now wants Morgan. Was he really not confused? Or something was wrong with him mentally.Cindy, seeing that they had started suspecting her
“Cindy? What the hell are you doing inside my house? Who invited you here? Alpha Nelson sneered and tried to take her phone from her.“Good morning, sir. Please, I am not Cindy; I have no idea what you are talking about,” Cindy said, proudly denying herself.“You are not Cindy? Then who the hell are you?” Alpha sneered, giving her an intense look; he was sure he knew what he was talking about.“I am Morgan, sir. Once I had come to your company to apply as a staff member for your wife, I was here today because she invited me to be here,” Cindy said, trying her possible best not to stutter as she said it.“He is not lying, babe; she really looks like Cindy and also has almost the same voice as her. Can't you see the height and shape?” Cassandra whispered to Grace.They had both talked about this that very day. They had conversations in the office with Cindy, who was in disguise.Cindy had told them she was glad she looked like someone they knew, and they had laughed out loud.“She is no