GIANNAMy head turned so fast to Rina that I was sure I would have whiplash. I could feel my heartbeat begin to speed up as panic and fear started to take root in me. "I.. is it true? Are you dying?" My voice was trembling.She looked startled at first at my question, but soon her face turned somber and she lowered her head and bit her lips as if contemplating if she should reply or not."I didn't expect or want Helena to tell you about my condition. I'm sorry." Rina said.A stifling feeling engulfed my chest making it hard to breathe.She continued, her eyes wet with unshed tears. "I know that it's sudden and I planned to take it to my grave - I mean I didn't even know that it would come to this. This was the main reason our family became short of cash and wasn't able to save you from those rogues."I flinched, memories I wanted to bury being pushed up again. Could this possibly be true? Or was I just letting myself be deceived again? Or maybe I wanted to hope they weren't completel
GiannaAfter that, all I could hear was the tiny yet foolish hope I had harbored shattering over the awkward bout of pointless explanation that Hector and his family tried to do to salvage the situation, despite knowing fully well that they were done for.I can't believe I let myself get tripped up despite all they did to me before. Despite how much I had faced at their hands - betrayal and heartbreak alike.I couldn't sit still anymore. I couldn't look them in the face. I couldn't watch them as they tried to convince Enzo of how they meant no harm, and how they were saying the truth.Even now that their mask had been brutally pulled off, they still didn't care for me who they supposedly came to bring home.My lips were trembling but I bit down on it with my teeth, trying to stop myself from screaming like a lunatic.I could see realization appear on their faces and then Helena still had the guts to approach me with fake tears in her eyes. “Gianna, please believe us. Enzo,” she coughe
ENZOI watched Gia run off, a happy grin on my face. This was the second time she had told me that she loved me but it didn’t make it any less a happy occasion for me.Back when I had found out about my little sister still being alive, at first, I had my doubts as to if I could accept the presence of another after being alone for so long. I have lived my life wary of everyone and unwilling to let anyone in, so I was unsure if I would be able to let her in.That all changed though when I set my eyes on her face – so alike to that of our mother – so beautiful. I knew right there and then that she was going to be the only reason I lived. She was going to be my first thought in everything.I was also afraid she would never be able to fully accept me as her family. But I was just worried for nothing.I had vowed to make sure that she never suffers any grievances which is why immediately I was sure she was out of hearing range, the smile on my face dropped and I spoke to my Beta, Ian, throu
HELENA’S POV“You’re an absolute fool! Why can’t you do anything right for once in your miserable life?” I screamed at my ridiculous mother who had the audacity to look wronged after the idiotic crap she pulled.“Don’t even give me such a look. How could you fuck up something as faking a damn illness?” She flinched and ran to hide behind my father who was obviously not pleased with the turn of events. What a wimp. Absolutely useless. If only I wasn’t maintaining a certain image, the goddess herself wouldn’t have saved this wretch form being torn into pieces.Stupid bitch.“Enough!” My father roared, eyes ablaze with anger. I rolled my eyes, while that wimpy bitch jumped and took a few steps away from him.Why was this old dude trying to scare? He probably forgot who held all the cards. Me. They should have tried harder to get me into Alpha Enzo’s pack.“Stop talking to your mother this way. No matter how much of a mistake she made, she’s still your mother. Also, you keep forgetting t
Helena’s POV“My dear Luna! Helena dear.” I opened my eyes as I heard my name, blinking rapidly to try and adjust to the sudden brightness.Once I was well adjusted to the light, I tried to remember where I was. No matter how hard I tried though, I found that I couldn't piece together anything though.I tried moving my limbs and I was able to realize two things.First, I was standing upright, and right in front of a floor to ceiling length mirror.How I had dozed off in that state was beyond me.Two, I was dressed in a luxurious looking gown with a shimmery wreath crown made up of flowers and diamonds perched on my head.Sure, I looked stunning but I was confused. What was going on?“My Luna.” That raspy male voice from earlier called again and I jumped turning my head sideways so fast I was sure it would give me whiplash.I had forgotten that someone was there.A raven haired handsome looking man was staring at me, his eyes speaking volumes on his worry, confusion and affection?Was
He crouched and touched my chin making me flinch. I tried to lean back but his grip only got tighter.“I can see that you are trying to shift. I advise that you don't, as it would be a colossal waste of time. The drug I gave you guys will make you unable to tap into your wolf for at least three days. It's quite illegal but effective.”I froze. Since that didn't work, I decided to try and appeal to his conscience. “Please don't do this.” My voice came out raspy and hoarse due to not using it for a while instead of being sexy and cute like I wanted, making me wince.Still I hoped it would be enough. It wasn't.His hand wrapped around my throat and he squeezed, cutting off my air supply and I spluttered as I tried to breathe.“Now why would such a pretty and smart fox like you try to use such a trick? That just made me extremely mad. Your seduction tactics can only succeed on weaker males.”He paused and stared at her for a few seconds before he spoke again.“You see I hate females like
Rina’s POV“Ughh” I groaned as I felt as if my whole body had been ravaged by a pack of beasts. My throat felt dry and my eyes felt heavy as I tried my best to pry them open.The last thing I could remember was trying to fake an illness and then when it didn’t work, that stupid and ungrateful bitch, Gianna, threw me out. I could feel more memories trying to surge into my head all at once, and it gave me an intense migraine as I shook my head as much as my sore body could allow.Why did I feel so much pain and why did my bed feel so hard, cold and damp?I knew that the hideout we used for transactions and illegal meetings smelt awful, but it was even more so today. The whole room reeked of manure, piss and blood?Wait, blood?Just like that, it finally clicked. The memories that my brain was desperately trying to let in, showed.How we were captured, how that unreasonable brute tortured my husband in front of me and how he tried to torture me but since I couldn’t handle it, I blacked
Enzo’s POVI landed carelessly on my king-sized bed. My whole body felt sore, and my head was pounding as the events of the day finally caught up to me.I hoped to relax but I knew that it was not possible, as being pack Alpha had its perks but the strains and limitations outweighed it all. Still I wouldn’t give up my position as I had a duty to uphold; both for my sister and my parents who were already long gone.I swept my hand through my hair, hoping to at least serve as some sort of relief or half assed attempt at a massage. I already know that this time of rest is only temporary. As if the universe heard me, a knock soon came from the door. I let out a frustrated groan. You could have at least given me up to ten more minutes!!I sat up and patted myself down as I wanted to look more presentable – more like an Alpha than the tired mess I was.“Come in”The door creaked open and in walked a burly looking guard I recognized to be the one in charge of my secret dungeons. Yes, I di
Enzo’s POVI landed carelessly on my king-sized bed. My whole body felt sore, and my head was pounding as the events of the day finally caught up to me.I hoped to relax but I knew that it was not possible, as being pack Alpha had its perks but the strains and limitations outweighed it all. Still I wouldn’t give up my position as I had a duty to uphold; both for my sister and my parents who were already long gone.I swept my hand through my hair, hoping to at least serve as some sort of relief or half assed attempt at a massage. I already know that this time of rest is only temporary. As if the universe heard me, a knock soon came from the door. I let out a frustrated groan. You could have at least given me up to ten more minutes!!I sat up and patted myself down as I wanted to look more presentable – more like an Alpha than the tired mess I was.“Come in”The door creaked open and in walked a burly looking guard I recognized to be the one in charge of my secret dungeons. Yes, I di
Rina’s POV“Ughh” I groaned as I felt as if my whole body had been ravaged by a pack of beasts. My throat felt dry and my eyes felt heavy as I tried my best to pry them open.The last thing I could remember was trying to fake an illness and then when it didn’t work, that stupid and ungrateful bitch, Gianna, threw me out. I could feel more memories trying to surge into my head all at once, and it gave me an intense migraine as I shook my head as much as my sore body could allow.Why did I feel so much pain and why did my bed feel so hard, cold and damp?I knew that the hideout we used for transactions and illegal meetings smelt awful, but it was even more so today. The whole room reeked of manure, piss and blood?Wait, blood?Just like that, it finally clicked. The memories that my brain was desperately trying to let in, showed.How we were captured, how that unreasonable brute tortured my husband in front of me and how he tried to torture me but since I couldn’t handle it, I blacked
He crouched and touched my chin making me flinch. I tried to lean back but his grip only got tighter.“I can see that you are trying to shift. I advise that you don't, as it would be a colossal waste of time. The drug I gave you guys will make you unable to tap into your wolf for at least three days. It's quite illegal but effective.”I froze. Since that didn't work, I decided to try and appeal to his conscience. “Please don't do this.” My voice came out raspy and hoarse due to not using it for a while instead of being sexy and cute like I wanted, making me wince.Still I hoped it would be enough. It wasn't.His hand wrapped around my throat and he squeezed, cutting off my air supply and I spluttered as I tried to breathe.“Now why would such a pretty and smart fox like you try to use such a trick? That just made me extremely mad. Your seduction tactics can only succeed on weaker males.”He paused and stared at her for a few seconds before he spoke again.“You see I hate females like
Helena’s POV“My dear Luna! Helena dear.” I opened my eyes as I heard my name, blinking rapidly to try and adjust to the sudden brightness.Once I was well adjusted to the light, I tried to remember where I was. No matter how hard I tried though, I found that I couldn't piece together anything though.I tried moving my limbs and I was able to realize two things.First, I was standing upright, and right in front of a floor to ceiling length mirror.How I had dozed off in that state was beyond me.Two, I was dressed in a luxurious looking gown with a shimmery wreath crown made up of flowers and diamonds perched on my head.Sure, I looked stunning but I was confused. What was going on?“My Luna.” That raspy male voice from earlier called again and I jumped turning my head sideways so fast I was sure it would give me whiplash.I had forgotten that someone was there.A raven haired handsome looking man was staring at me, his eyes speaking volumes on his worry, confusion and affection?Was
HELENA’S POV“You’re an absolute fool! Why can’t you do anything right for once in your miserable life?” I screamed at my ridiculous mother who had the audacity to look wronged after the idiotic crap she pulled.“Don’t even give me such a look. How could you fuck up something as faking a damn illness?” She flinched and ran to hide behind my father who was obviously not pleased with the turn of events. What a wimp. Absolutely useless. If only I wasn’t maintaining a certain image, the goddess herself wouldn’t have saved this wretch form being torn into pieces.Stupid bitch.“Enough!” My father roared, eyes ablaze with anger. I rolled my eyes, while that wimpy bitch jumped and took a few steps away from him.Why was this old dude trying to scare? He probably forgot who held all the cards. Me. They should have tried harder to get me into Alpha Enzo’s pack.“Stop talking to your mother this way. No matter how much of a mistake she made, she’s still your mother. Also, you keep forgetting t
ENZOI watched Gia run off, a happy grin on my face. This was the second time she had told me that she loved me but it didn’t make it any less a happy occasion for me.Back when I had found out about my little sister still being alive, at first, I had my doubts as to if I could accept the presence of another after being alone for so long. I have lived my life wary of everyone and unwilling to let anyone in, so I was unsure if I would be able to let her in.That all changed though when I set my eyes on her face – so alike to that of our mother – so beautiful. I knew right there and then that she was going to be the only reason I lived. She was going to be my first thought in everything.I was also afraid she would never be able to fully accept me as her family. But I was just worried for nothing.I had vowed to make sure that she never suffers any grievances which is why immediately I was sure she was out of hearing range, the smile on my face dropped and I spoke to my Beta, Ian, throu
GiannaAfter that, all I could hear was the tiny yet foolish hope I had harbored shattering over the awkward bout of pointless explanation that Hector and his family tried to do to salvage the situation, despite knowing fully well that they were done for.I can't believe I let myself get tripped up despite all they did to me before. Despite how much I had faced at their hands - betrayal and heartbreak alike.I couldn't sit still anymore. I couldn't look them in the face. I couldn't watch them as they tried to convince Enzo of how they meant no harm, and how they were saying the truth.Even now that their mask had been brutally pulled off, they still didn't care for me who they supposedly came to bring home.My lips were trembling but I bit down on it with my teeth, trying to stop myself from screaming like a lunatic.I could see realization appear on their faces and then Helena still had the guts to approach me with fake tears in her eyes. “Gianna, please believe us. Enzo,” she coughe
GIANNAMy head turned so fast to Rina that I was sure I would have whiplash. I could feel my heartbeat begin to speed up as panic and fear started to take root in me. "I.. is it true? Are you dying?" My voice was trembling.She looked startled at first at my question, but soon her face turned somber and she lowered her head and bit her lips as if contemplating if she should reply or not."I didn't expect or want Helena to tell you about my condition. I'm sorry." Rina said.A stifling feeling engulfed my chest making it hard to breathe.She continued, her eyes wet with unshed tears. "I know that it's sudden and I planned to take it to my grave - I mean I didn't even know that it would come to this. This was the main reason our family became short of cash and wasn't able to save you from those rogues."I flinched, memories I wanted to bury being pushed up again. Could this possibly be true? Or was I just letting myself be deceived again? Or maybe I wanted to hope they weren't completel
"I don't care for the reason you're giving me. All I know is that you let a young child who grew up in a well to do family, work endlessly to raise herself. That is bullshit to me, and it speaks volumes on what kind of life she led in your place."Helena's father was stumped, unable to utter another word."I realize that what my parents did was very wrong and I apologize sincerely for that." Helena, who had stayed silent for a while, finally spoke up.I glanced at her only to almost roll my eyes when I saw her eyes misting over with unshed tears.Did she think that her sad puppy eyes could solve everything??She continued, not glancing at my direction in the slightest. Her eyes were focused on Enzo. "In fact, we all want to atone for our sins which is why we're here today."She then turned to me and stared at me with such pitiful eyes that people who didn't understand the situation would instantly blame me."I'm sorry, big sis. No, I misspoke. I'm sorry. I mean Gianna. I know we did y