Rose's POV The drive to the pack house felt like an eternity, with my mind racing with questions and anxiety. What could they have seen to summon me to the pack house?The guards remained silent, and I couldn't help but glance at them occasionally, hoping to find any clues in their expressions. But their stern, unyielding demeanor provided no comfort or answers.Upon arriving at the pack house, my eyes scanned the familiar surroundings, yet they felt strangely foreign. The place was abuzz with activity, men, and women going about their duties, but there was an air of tension that hung in the atmosphere. It seemed like everyone knew something I didn't. As I looked around, the day I found out Adriel was my second mate replayed in my mind and I rolled my eyes.I followed the guards through the grand entrance, my footsteps echoing in the cavernous hallway. Elder Agatha's presence loomed in the back of my mind, and I wondered what business she had with me and who she was.I called Alex ea
Rose's POVAs we stepped out of the grand hall, the atmosphere around us felt heavy with tension. The wind carried a chilly breeze, rustling the leaves of the ancient trees that surrounded the pack house. My children and I walked briskly, not daring to look back, as if afraid that the eyes of the pack were still scrutinizing our every move."Mom, what just happened in there?" Lucien asked, his voice tinged with concern and confusion. "Why were they asking about Alpha blood? Do we have Alpha blood?"I sighed, trying to gather my thoughts amidst the whirlwind of emotions. "It's a long story, Lucien, but yes, we do have Alpha blood in our family. Your father is an Alpha, and that's why they were asking."Leilani chimed in, her eyes wide with curiosity. "But Mom, what does that mean? Are we special?""It means that we come from a line of powerful wolves, but it also brings attention and expectations from other people and packs," I explained. "It's something I wanted to keep hidden from yo
Rose's POVI stared at them in surprise, taken aback by their unexpected request. Moving back to the pack house was the last thing I had considered after the events of the past few days. The complexities and dangers that came with being associated with the pack made me hesitant to return."Are you sure about this, my loves?" I asked, trying to keep my emotions in check. "You know the pack house can be a challenging place, and I want to make sure you're safe and happy. Did your father tell you to ask me this?""No, Mom. He didn't," Lucien answered. "We just want to go there for a change. Right, Leilani?"Leilani nodded, and Lucien exchanged a determined look. "We will be fine, Mom," Leilani said with a small smile. "We know that you're a strong and powerful woman, and we believe in you. You'll always be there for us." Leilani added."Yeah," Lucien added, nodding. "We want to be with you and Father, and if it means living in the pack house, then we'll face it together."Their unwaverin
Rose's POVThat day, I didn't give him an answer and walked to the kids instead.As days turned into weeks, life in the pack house settled into a new normal. Leilani and Lucien were thriving, forming strong bonds with other young wolves and fully embracing their identities as part of the pack. They attended pack training sessions and started learning to control their shifting abilities and honing their instincts as wolves.As for me, I focused on my responsibilities as their mother and businesswoman and did everything in my power to ensure the well-being of my children. Everything went well, but amidst the busy days, I couldn't shake off the nagging feeling that something was amiss.One evening, as I casually walked through the main hall of the pack house, I overheard hushed whispers from a group of pack members. Their voices carried a mix of intrigue and curiosity, and I couldn't help but catch snippets of their conversation."Have you seen Lady Rose's white wolf?" one of them said.
Rose's POV"Oh!" I said, knowing the book would be impossible to get. I thanked the man and left but as I turned a corner, I bumped into someone, jolting me out of my reverie."Oh, I'm sorry," I apologized, looking up to see Fena standing before me with a tense expression.Her usually friendly demeanor was replaced by a guarded look, and I couldn't help but sense an underlying tension in the air. "Fena, are you alright?" I asked, concerned by her change in demeanor.She took a step back, her eyes narrowing as she studied me. "I'm fine," she replied coolly, "but I can't help but notice that you've been spending quite a bit of time with Adriel lately."I was taken aback by her accusation. "I— uh, we've been spending time together for the sake of the children," I explained, trying to keep my voice steady.Fena's expression hardened. "That's not what I meant, Rose," she said, her tone sharp. "I've noticed the way he looks at you, the way he's been trying to win you back. It's obvious he
Rose's POV.Since Eve couldn't answer my questions, the days rolled on, and life within the pack settled into a semblance of normalcy. Alongside my responsibilities, I cherished the moments spent with Leilani and Lucien, being a hands-on mother, and creating cherished memories with them.One morning, as the sun began to rise, I woke up early to prepare Leilani and Lucien for school. We gathered in our kitchen, sharing laughter and breakfast together. The children's laughter was a constant reminder of the joy they brought into my life.After breakfast, I helped them get ready for school. Leilani picked out her favorite yellow backpack, while Lucien double-checked that he had all his books and pencils in his bag."Mom, are you sure we need to go to school today?" Lucien asked with a mischievous grin, hoping for a day off.I chuckled. "Yes, Lucien. School is important for you to learn and grow," I said, ruffling his hair playfully.With their lunches packed and backpacks ready, we heade
Rose's POVAdriel's expression hardened at the mention of Fena's name. "That's impossible," he retorted firmly. "Fena wouldn't stoop so low and harm any of us. We broke up already, and she assured me that she moved on.""I understand that, but the evidence points in her direction," I explained, showing him the notes and clues I had gathered. "I hope I'm wrong, but we can't ignore the possibility."He scanned through the information, his jaw clenching as he processed it all. "We'll investigate discreetly. I'll assign some of the pack members to look into this without alerting anyone," Adriel decided, his alpha instincts taking over. "But until we have concrete evidence, we won't jump to conclusions. Can you do that for me?"I nodded, relieved that he was taking the matter seriously. "Thank you, Adriel. I trust you to handle this. Just promise me you won't let her near the kids until we know for sure.""Of course, I won't take any chances with our family's safety," he assured me, pullin
Rose's POV"Yes ma'am...." the lady continued but it got disconnectedMy heart was pounding in my chest, the fear and anxiety overwhelming me. Adriel needed to know about the kidnapping, but I couldn't wait for him to arrive. I had to get to him.Without a moment's hesitation, I rushed to the garage, my mind consumed by worry for our children. As I backed the car out, tears blurred my vision, but I couldn't let that stop me. I had to be with Adriel, and we needed to find Lucien and Leilani together.My hands gripped the steering wheel tightly as I sped down the familiar roads, my thoughts a whirlwind of emotions. My heart ached, and I tried to stay focused on the road, but the news had shattered me, leaving me in a daze.Suddenly, a car appeared from a side street, swerving right into my path. I slammed on the brakes, but it was too late. The impact was inevitable. The loud crash echoed in my ears, and my body jolted forward as the airbag deployed, cushioning my impact.Pain surged th