I opened the door, my eyes guarded, and my expression hesitant. My father stood before me, his eyes filled with emotion, but I couldn't bring myself to feel the same way. He hadn't looked for me, hadn't tried to find me in all these years. And now, he was here, expecting me to welcome him with open arms?"Hailey…" he said, his voice cracking with emotion."Yes?" I replied, my voice firm but polite. I was so happy to see my big man but I won't give him the satisfaction. "Hailey, please, I just want to talk," he begged, his eyes pleading.But I remained firm, my arms crossed. "I don't want to talk, Father."Just then, Zac appeared, his eyes flashing with warning. "Who are you?" he asked, his voice firm.My father's anger flared, but I interrupted him before things could escalate. "Father, wait."Zac released my father's hand, and I led him to a nearby park. We sat on a bench, the silence between us thick with tension."Father, there's something you need to know," I began, my voice gent
Zac’s POV---I knocked on the door, hoping to catch Fisher at a good time. When he opened it, I was taken aback by the romantic atmosphere in the sitting room. Diana was snuggled up beside him on the couch, and they both looked like they were in their own little world."Ah, Zac! Sorry about the timing," Fisher said, clearing his throat. "Come on in."I felt a bit awkward, but I knew I needed his help. "Hey, no worries. I need some advice on how to surprise Hailey for her birthday."Diana smiled and patted the couch beside her. "Join us! We're happy to help."As I sat down, Fisher asked, "So, what've you got planned so far?"I explained my ideas, and Diana nodded enthusiastically. "We should call the girls! Natalie and Eliza would love to help plan this."Before I knew it, the two women were summoned, and we were all huddled in the sitting room, brainstorming ideas. Natalie pulled out her notebook and started jotting down notes."Okay, so we've got a picnic, a surprise party, and a sp
Hailey’s POV.I paced around the house restless. Zac wasn't home yet and it bothered me to no length. Fisher already called to verify if he came home already but I replied no. I haven't seen him since the time I left the hospital and it's pricking my heart. “Isn't Dad here yet?” Kendall yawned as she said this but she didn't let her yawn disturb her focus: Zac. She wanted to tell him how everything went at her picnic and her wish to have a little picnic with him and I. She was sleepy but she wouldn't sleep before he came home, or so I thought. Soon, she gave up trying to fight sleep and she let it take over her consciousness. The door slammed open and I thought for a second that it was Zac but it wasn't him: it was Natalie. She looked so worried. “Hi girl. Zac's passport and ID card is ready. I got everything done just in time and his bank account is already set but nobody has seen him.” She came towards me to hold my hands in hopes to calm me down but it wasn't working. I wasn't c
Hailey’s POV.“Cedric?” I stared at him for a while and it made me wonder if it was obvious that I was shocked to see him here. “In the flesh, M’lady.” He chuckled vibrantly. “Oh my goodness!” I screamed loudly and Cedric's chuckle went on. “How are you?” I asked with curiosity filling my eyes. I haven't seen this man in six years and he looked like he had not aged a day. Sweet. “I'm alright, hopefully you're doing well.” He responded with his famous grin. He looked like he was alright so, I knew he really was. “I am.” I said truthfully. I really was doing well, to an extent I was doing well. It was a truthful lie. I wasn't doing well. I missed Zac and it felt like half of my body disappeared. “You look glum. Is everything really okay?” He looked concerned. “Well, I…” “Is it his about Alpha Zac?” He interrupted me and what he had to say caught my interest already. Zac. “What?” “Well, he returned back to the pack yesterday after a long while. He's been out of the pack on a m
Author’s POV(The songs shod be in italics)Brown guilty eyes and little white lies yeah, I played them but I’d always knownThat you talked to her maybe did even worse, I kept quiet so I could keep you. “Oh God, will you ever stop playing this song?” Diana groaned and Natalie took a sip from the soda in her hands while Hailey just stared into the space helpless. Crystal was already informed of the situation and sh come to pick Kendall up from Hailey's house. Kendall can't see her mum in this state. Not now, not ever. “Change it to Vampire by Olivia Rodrigo.” Hailey said, staggering from her sea. She almost fell over but Eliza held her hands and took her to where she was going: the karaoke machine. Hailey bought herself a karaoke machine on the day she got news that Zac wasn't missing but he had gone back to his pack, to Matilda. She gave him a benefit of doubt as Cedric's story wasn't adding up but she was the one missing something. “I used to think I was smart but you made me loo
ZAC’s POV. “Oh Zac!” Matilda ran towards me and hugged me so tightly. “Who are you?” Pretending isn't really my thing and I wondered if I would be able to fool her for long. “Oh my God!” She cried out. We are both actors and this is beautiful. I wanted to laugh so badly but I restrained myself. “You've really lost all your memories.” She didn't release me from her embrace and it disgusted me so I pulled myself away from her. Two can play this game, Matilda. “Well, that's what I've been told although I don't think I've lost them. I'm the alpha of this pack, I know this much and you are…” I trailed off in hopes that she'd say she's the Luna and she didn't fail to do that. “I'm your Luna, Zac” her eyes weiled up with tears. It must be tiring to act this well and maybe I'll consider hosting an awards event in her honor after I oust her. “Oh. Right.” I nodded. “Is there any specific development that has taken place recently that you'd like to inform me?” Developments lik
Hailey's POV. I resumed work at the hospital a week after tearing myself apart. I have to rebuild me for Kendall and me. We have gone back to the beginning, where we only had each other. I still feel him around me and so does Kendall because she tells me he pats her to sleep. Her room is always arranged every morning by the time she wakes up and this a sign that he's still here somehow. He's not even dead and if he was, I would have concluded that his ghost was doing all of this. Kendall disarranged her room every nights o that she can feel connected to him in some way and I do the same thing with the kitchen. I leave greasy plates and pans in the sink because I know they'd be clean and dry ‘miraculously’ by morning. I didn't recognize me anymore after I saw myself two days ago. I looked like a shell and I questioned myself about the existence of the real me. “Hi Hailey. You are on duty this morning so go to the children ward.” Stefan told me as he passed by the nursing station.
HAILEY'S POV.We went to the diner, sneaking in through the kitchen door, all thanks to the fact that Gary knows the owner of the diner and he spoke to him beforehand. Stefan sat on an empty table and we watched diligently as he waited for our dear friend Eliza. My heartbeat became erratic and I was scared that she'd not turn up but knowing that her curiosity is probably eating her up, I became rest assured that she'd show up. She wouldn't miss it for anything, anything at all. No sooner than fifteen minutes, Eliza slammed the door of the diner open. Her dress was as fierce as her emotions. She adorned herself with several pearl jewelries and hair adornment. I could count five hair adornment that were pearl and her two neck pieces were pearl too. We are in for a show today. Her hair was styled to have a side part and curls that cascade her back. Her gown was sparkling: a sparkling gold gown that shone into every eye that cared to look. We cared to look and we were almost blinded by
Alpha Zac’s POVI arrived somewhere leading to the woods as I followed Cedric’s scent, I couldn't go any further in my human form. Snatching a small leather bag that contained my guns and my phone. I kept it in between my teeth as I changed to my werewolf form, my clothes ripping as I changed. I rushed through the woods, my senses aware of every fucking sound. I was in my predatory mode now, ready to kill anything in sight, no turning back. That asshole, Cedric, how dare he take my family? He was a dead man, that, I would make sure.I fucking trusted him. He was my beta for fucks sake. Well, I now understand the saying that it's not the stabbing in the back that hurts but it's when you see who stabs you that kills you. I stopped , zeroing in on everything but my senses to guide me. He was close by, I was beginning to catch his scent again. He was somewhere south ahead of me. I ran, my predatory mode kicking in again. His scent was getting stronger meaning I was near. I could he
Alpha Zac’s POVThe weight of worry and determination bore down on me as I set out to find Cedric. I knew that involving others could put them at risk. Cedric was desperate and dangerous, and I couldn’t afford to let him hurt anyone else. With a fierce resolve, I followed the faint traces of his scent, my senses heightened by adrenaline.In preparation for my departure, it was of utmost importance to me that Mark was handling all matters on the home front. I couldn't afford to leave any loose ends untied, particularly considering the potential threat still posed by Matilda. With a heavy heart, but a steady voice that belied the turmoil raging within me, I dialed Mark's number. As I awaited his answer, my mind raced with thoughts of everything that could go wrong in my absence. I had entrusted Mark with the responsibility of keeping our family safe and secure, and I couldn't help but feel a twinge of anxiety about leaving them in his hands. However, I knew that he was a capable and res
Alpha Zac’s POVThe morning sun broke over the horizon as I quietly left the house, careful not to disturb Hailey or Kendall. Today was special, and I wanted everything to be perfect. I made my way to the most luxurious jewelry store in town, determined to find the perfect ring for Hailey. The previous night’s proposal had been spontaneous and heartfelt, but now I wanted to make it official with a symbol of my love and commitment.The jewelry store was filled with sparkling treasures, but I knew exactly what I wanted. I spent time examining each piece, ensuring I chose the most exquisite ring that would capture the essence of our bond. As I finalized the purchase, my phone vibrated in my pocket. I glanced at the screen and saw multiple missed calls from Mark, my PA. A frown creased my forehead, but I decided not to call back immediately. Today was about Hailey and our future together.Satisfied with my purchase, I hurried back home, eager to surprise Hailey with the ring. Entering the
Hailey's POVEarly morning light poured through the kitchen windows, giving the dining table where I was seated across from Alpha Zacs warm glow. Before the day truly began, the home was stilla rare and precious moment of peace. Our vibrant five-year-old daughter Kendall was still asleep upstairs, so the two of us could enjoy this quiet breakfast together.Alpha Zac grinned at me after sampling the fluffy scrambled eggs; his eyes softened with a kindness that always made my heart skip a beat. "This is fantastic, Hailey," he remarked with genuine gratitude in his rich voice. "You really didn't need to go through the hassle of cooking. We have maids specifically for that."Feeling both pride and satisfaction, I returned his smile. "I knew, but I wanted to do this. It feels more personal, more... us." I stretched across the table and he grabbed my hand in his, his touch firm but gentle.We held hands for a moment, our relationship stronger than words could express. I inhaled deeply, feel
Hailey’s POVOne moon later,“What do you want for breakfast?” Zac called out to me from the kitchen.Just finished dressing up for my baby girl and I went downstairs to go to Mide’s and open that’s what it was doing in the kitchen because I knew that he couldn’t do everything on his own even if he always acted like he could.I bathed her gently and got her dressed in the best outfits I could see. Zac made sure she had everything and more.She always had an excess of everything.It all always landed out on the right spot and I knew how much I felt so overjoyed because of that.I had the perfect family and I don’t ever think you can wish for anything more than that.As soon as I went down the staircase, a maid came running to me.She smiled at Kendall and collected her from me to go and feed her.I have waited so long for this happily ever after life because me and my husband have gone through so many things and this was just what we needed now.After all of the hardships and trials,
*Back to present * ALPHA ZAC'S POVI was so tired that I wanted to sleep today but I was awakened by a phone call from Mark and I knew he had news…I immediately sat up and picked up the call.“Good morning master,” he said calmly.“Good morning Mark, what's wrong?”“I'm sorry for calling you this early because I know it's interrupting your sleep but I have news and they can't wait.”“It's fine but what's the news?”“It's about Cedric.”“What about him?”“I found him and I'm on his trail as we speak. He's been meeting with someone for a week now and the identity of the person is still unknown. So I want to follow him to where he's seeing the unknown person so I'll go after he leaves.” “Make sure Cedric never finds out that you're on his trial. I don't want him to know that I know that he's back here. So you mean he meets the same person at different locations for a week.”“Affirmative and I believe that this person can give us meaningful information about Cedric that we'll be able t
*Flashback*Hailey’s POV“You! What are you doing here? Can’t you knock or something?” I yelled in a mixture of anger and shock at the same time.“Well, I did knock and there was no response and that’s the only reason why I came in, and I didn’t even know you were in the shower.” He said calmly, still staring at my body casually, which made me uncomfortable immediately.“Turn around and stop looking at me, don’t you have any manners or courtesy at all?” I yelled and he turned around immediately without saying anything.I was embarrassed and shocked at the same time. Why would he see me in such a position and why didn’t my wolf announce his presence in my room? I immediately reached for my towel and I wrapped it around my chest, finally feeling comfortable I asked him to turn back.“What are you doing in my room anyway? Can’t you just wait for me to come down by myself or something?” I snapped at him but still, he had a calm countenance plastered on his face.“Take a chill pill, I was
Hailey’s POVI helped Kendall out of the car while Alpha Kendall decided to carry her on his back and Kendall giggled. “ This is a fun father. "Kendall said excitedly.“Anything for you my little girl .” He said, carrying her joyously. I could see the joy in Kendall’s face amidst the pain I could also see there.I knew she was trying to be strong for us and I appreciated my little girl for that. I wish there was a way to relieve her of this pain because she didn’t have to go through this.She was just a child with a lot of medical conditions and I’ve done a lot and given up a lot just for her, everything I ever wasn't through was for her and I would do it all over again. That was why I didn’t hesitate when Alpha Zac called, I didn’t want to see her but of course, I wanted to see Kendall happy and I wanted her to know one way or the other that he was her dad. .As we walked into the house I carried her bag of clothes in my arms while the nurse held some other things. It took a lot fo
Flashback Hailey’s POV I looked at the lady with a confused expression on my face. "Uhhhh, excuse me. What do you need?" I asked her. "Oh darling, you're already excused. Say whatever it is you want to say," the lady said, looking at me with an annoyed expression on her face. "I'm sorry but I don't know what you're talking about," I said to her, further confusion written all over my face. "Oh really, you don't? Well, I guess it's time I introduced myself. My name is Matilda and I'm Alpha Zac's wife. Well actually, I'm his fiancée but we all know it would end up in marriage and I'll be referred to as his wife soon," the lady said. I rolled my eyes in my mind. No wonder she has been acting this way since I came in, I thought. "Oh it's nice meeting you, Matilda," I said, faking a smile, while stretching my hand to shake her but she looked at my hand with contempt. "Earlier you said your relationship with the Alpha is that you're a mere healer and I hope that that's all