Rose's POV Lost in my thoughts, I barely registered the murmurs and whispers around me as the meeting came to an end. The hall began to empty, and I found myself standing alone in the midst of the departing crowd. It was as if the weight of my emotions had rendered me invisible, an insignificant figure lost in the sea of shifting bodies.With a heavy sigh, I turned towards the exit, my feet dragging on the polished wooden floor. The chilly night air greeted me as I stepped outside, offering a temporary respite from the suffocating atmosphere within. I clutched the edges of my jacket tighter around my trembling form, my breath forming small clouds in the crisp evening air.As I made my way toward the parking lot, my footsteps echoed in the silence, matching the hollow rhythm of my heart. Each step felt heavier than the last, burdened by the weight of my emotions.Lost in the depths of my despair, I failed to notice the approaching headlights. The screech of tires and the blaring horn
Rose's POVHer gaze flickered between the invitation and me, understanding dawning in her eyes. She reached out and took my hand, her touch grounding me in the present. "You're ready, Rose. I can see it in your eyes. We'll face this together, and you won't have to do it alone."A mix of gratitude and determination surged through me as I squeezed her hand, finding strength in our bond. "Thank you, Linda. I couldn't imagine doing this without you by my side."And so, as the sun rose higher in the sky, casting its golden glow upon the world, Linda and I began to prepare ourselves for the wedding happening in a week. In the face of the impending wedding, I would no longer be a victim of my past. Instead, I would emerge as a survivor, ready to embrace the future that awaited me, with Linda standing steadfastly by my side. It was my free day from work and I sat on the couch, my gaze fixated on the flickering flames in the fireplace, my thoughts consumed me. The weight of the upcoming wedd
Rose's POV My heart raced as I debated my next move. His voice stirred up different emotions and reactions in me, from a fast heartbeat, sweaty palms, and a swirling mix of anxiety and anticipation. The memories of the past flooded my mind, threatening to overwhelm me, although I refused to let them consume me, I wasn't sure I could hold it off much longer."Rose? Talk to me. I know it's you," he said, moving closer, then he placed his hand on my shoulder and I knew there was nothing I could do to avoid him now.I turned around, trying to hide my sobs, "Ben, yes it is me.” I replied, my voice portraying a mix of vulnerability and trepidation.He closed the gap and then pulled me into a hug, his breath was heavy and my tears increased and streamed down my face as I hugged him back. "Rose, my dear, it's been so long. How have you been? We've all missed you terribly. I have missed you terribly."His words tugged at my heartstrings, stirring up a whirlwind of emotions within me. The we
Rose's POVMy heart skipped a beat at Ben's words. Seeing my mother again after all these days? It was a mixture of longing and trepidation. The pain of her absence had lingered within me for so long, and now, the opportunity to reunite with her had unexpectedly presented itself, she was so close to me. Tears welled up in my eyes, and I couldn't contain the rush of emotions that flooded my being. The thought of my mother being a mess broke my heart. Despite the pain and resentment I had harbored towards my father and his decision, I couldn't ignore the love I still held for them deep within."Yes, Ben," I whispered, my voice trembling. "I would love to see her. Take me to her, please."Ben nodded, his expression filled with empathy and understanding. He opened the door to the house, and we stepped inside, entering a realm of memories and nostalgia. The walls seemed to echo with whispers of the past, and the air was heavy with anticipation.As we walked through the corridors, my step
Rose's POV*Knock Knock Knock*"Ben, open the door! Where are you that you can't hear me knocking?" He yelled trying to contain his anger. "I'm coming, Alpha. I was attending to the Luna," he yelled and came to meet me, still rooted to the ground, trembling in fear.Ben glanced at me, concern etched on his face. "Rose, we need to hide you. Don't worry, we'll figure something out. Follow me," he whispered urgently then placed the tray on the chair.He guided me to a small closet in the corner of the room, motioning for me to squeeze inside. It was a tight fit, but I managed to wedge myself in, my heart pounding in my chest. The closet smelled musty, filled with the scent of old clothes and dust. I pressed my trembling body against the back wall, trying to make myself as small as possible.Ben closed the closet door and left to open the door for my father. Just as my father stepped into the house, his heavy footsteps echoed through the house, and it took quite an effort to calm my rac
Rose's POVMy mother sighed heavily, her voice laden with sadness as she continued her painful account. "It was after a meeting with Luke, arranged by your father. They had a private conversation, and whatever was said during that meeting caused your father to have a change of heart."I leaned in closer, my curiosity piqued. "What did they talk about? What could Luke have said to make Father change his mind?""I'm not entirely sure, my dear," she replied, her brows furrowing. "Your father didn't share the details with me. But from what I gathered, Luke must have presented a compelling argument or made some kind of promise that convinced your father to reconsider his stance on your marriage."Frustration and confusion swirled inside me. "But why? What could Luke offer that would make Father betray me like this?"My mother's eyes met mine, filled with a mixture of sadness and resolve. "Rose, I believe Luke's offer was not just about our pack's alliance. I think there might be something
Rose's POVAs I stepped out into the cool night air, I took a deep breath, willing myself to be strong. The moon cast a soft glow on the path ahead, its gentle light illuminating my way. I walked briskly, feeling a mix of trepidation and excitement coursing through my veins. "Mood Goddess, please watch over my mom. I don't want to lose her," I prayed, hoping she would start to get better after I leave.I walked and walked until I got to the spot where Ben met me. I was going to meet my dear friend, Linda. She had been a constant source of support and understanding, and I knew I could rely on her during these uncertain times.I got there and looked around but she wasn't there. "Goddamnit Linda. Where are you? You shouldn't leave me in this dilemma," I mumbled to myself while searching for anyone I recognized. Hopefully, they could direct me to Linda's location."Ma," I called out to one of the women who came to apologize to me a while back. "Have you seen Linda? I'm searching for her
Rose's POV I froze at the sound of Luke's voice. "Shit!” I cursed, as I jolted upright, my heart pounding in my chest.I can let him know I'm here. How did he even find me? What am I going to do now? I looked around, trying to find something or somewhere to escape, anything that would get me away from Luke.My heart raced, and a mix of fear and anger coursed through my veins. I debated whether to ignore him or confront him directly, but deep down, I knew that avoiding the conversation wouldn't make it go away. Reluctantly, I stood up and walked towards the door.As I took baby steps near the door, he knocked again, "Rose, I know you're not dead! Open the fucking door!"I trembled, unable to take another step forward, thinking of what to do. "They already told him in death. What would I tell him when he sees me now with a baby bump?" I asked myself, trying to think of something.Instead of going to the door, I paced back and forth beside the bed, thinking of something that would ge
Rose's POV"Mother? Is that really you?" I cried, unable to believe my eyes.My heart raced as my eyes locked onto the familiar face of the woman who had given me life. It had been years since we were separated, and I had often wondered if I would ever see her again. But here she was, standing before me, tears of joy in her eyes as well.I extended my trembling arms toward her, and without hesitation, she rushed to my side. Our embrace was tight, filled with a depth of emotion that words could never express. Tears streamed down both our faces as we held each other, mother and daughter, reunited at last."Rose, my dear, my sweet girl," my mother whispered, her voice choked with emotion. "I've missed you so much. I never stopped thinking about you ever since..."I couldn't find my voice as I clung to her, burying my face in her shoulder, inhaling her familiar motherly scent. It was a scent that I longed for, a scent that had been absent from my life for far too long."You're here," I fin
Adriel's POV"I'll call you back, Uncle," I said and stepped out of the hospital room, my heart heavy still with worry for Rose but I needed to find the lady who was calling my name.As I followed the sound of the enraged voice, I soon found myself in the hospital's bustling lobby. There, in the midst of the chaos, was Emily, Luke's mother, shouting and demanding to see me."Where's that bastard Alpha? Where is he? Adriel? Do you think you can murder my family and go scot-free? Show your face!" she raged, her eyes wild with grief and anger.I approached her cautiously, aware of the emotions that must be coursing through her. "Emily," I said gently, "I'm here."She turned to me with a look of pure hatred in her eyes. "You killed my son and his wife, Adriel. You're going to pay for what you've done."I swallowed hard, looking for the right words to console the woman. "I didn't kill them, Emily. I swear. The last time I saw Luke, he was injured, but dead. And Sienna, she..."She grabbed
Adriel's POVAs I held Sienna's lifeless body, the weight of sorrow pressed down on me like a leaden sky. Although she wasn't a good person, she could have lived a better life. With trembling hands, I dialed the number of my uncle."Adriel, what's happened?" came the urgent voice on the other end."Luke and Sienna are gone," I choked out. "I need you to prepare for their arrival and burial."There was a brief pause on the line, followed by a solemn, "Of course, we'll be ready."I hung up, realizing that I needed to act swiftly. With one last, lingering look, I whispered, "Rest in peace, Sienna." I said, asking one of the guards to take her away to the hospital, then together with Luke's body, they will take them to the Denver Pack.As I turned away, my phone rang, its harsh sound cutting through the stillness of the morning. I quickly answered, my heart pounding in my chest."Alpha Adriel," a familiar voice crackled through the line, "we found the twins."Relief washed over me like a
Sienna's steps were heavy as she led Rose towards the border."Sienna, please tell me where you're taking me,” Rose begged but Sienna didn't answer her.They continued walking for what felt like eternity, Rose looked up ahead and saw the moonlight casting a shimmering path on the water's surface. The waves crashed against the shore, their calm rhythmic sound in stark contrast to the turmoil Rose felt.Finally, they arrived at the bridge, the ocean sounding beneath them."Stop walking," Sienna yelled. The air was thick with tension as Sienna turned to face Rose, her eyes burning with a mixture of anger and grief. Rose looked around but there was nothing or no one. Just the two of them."Why, Rose?" Sienna's voice was a low growl, her fingers clenched into fists at her sides. "Why did you have to come into our lives and tear everything apart for me? When you finally died, I was happy. Things were going smoothly for me. Luke finally forgot about you. But you just had to show up as his si
As Sienna's grief-stricken cries echoed through the night, a newfound determination took root within her. She would kill them all, one after the other. The world seemed to blur around her, her vision clouded by pain and anger. In her hand, she gripped the dagger tightly, the metal cold against her trembling fingers.With her heart pounding, Sienna made her way through the forest, her steps guided by a singular purpose. She just lost Luke, and although their relationship was not based on love, he was her husband, and now she sought revenge. Her mind was consumed by a relentless need for justice, a thirst for vengeance that seemed to drown out all reason.And then, in the moonlit darkness, Sienna's path intersected with Fena's. The woman who had entered their lives with promises of help and change. But in Sienna's eyes, Fena was now a symbol of the chaos and the cause of loss that had torn her world apart.Fena's form came into view, her figure bathed in the moon's pale light. Sienna's
With a tense silence hanging in the air, Luke and Adriel faced each other. "You're going down, brother!"Then, in a surge of primal instinct, Luke transformed first then Adriel followed suit. In a split second, both alphas transformed into their wolf forms. The transformation was swift and seamless, their human selves giving way to powerful creatures of fur, fang, and claw. The air seemed to crackle with energy as the wolves circled each other, their eyes locked in a fierce, unyielding gaze.In their wolf forms, they moved with a fluid grace, each step deliberate and calculated. Their muscles rippled beneath their fur as they lunged.The sounds of growls and snarls filled the night, echoing through the clearing.As they fought, Luke's thoughts were a jumble of conflicting emotions. The pain of betrayal, everything swirled within him. Every strike, every clash of teeth, was a release for the anger that consumed him for so long.But despite the ferocity of their battle, Adriel's skills
"Sienna, I don't know where you are but run to your husband and warn him. It's not safe to continue!" Fena warned.Amid the tension and warnings, Sienna came to her husband's side, her expression a mix of concern and determination. She placed a hand on his arm, her touch urging him to reconsider. "Luke, we need to listen to reason. If Adriel has found out, it's too dangerous to continue."Luke's gaze remained fixed in the distance, his jaw clenched in determination. "Sienna, this is our chance. We can't let it slip away. I won't back down now."Sienna's voice was laced with worry. "But…." Luke's grip on his weapon tightened, his resolve unyielding. "But nothing! I won't let Adriel take everything from us. We've come too far."The man who had warned them urged them once again, his voice desperate. "Alpha, we're outnumbered. We can't win this."Ignoring the pleas and warnings, Luke turned to Fena, his eyes unwavering. "We're going in."Fena's voice was tinged with frustration. "Luke, y
"Something like that," Emily answered.Sienna leaned forward, curious. "Tell us everything, Mother. We need all the insight we can get."Emily took a seat at the table, her gaze steady as she began her tale. "Alpha Gabriel and Luna Isabella ruled with the people, just like Adriel. To weaken their hold on the pack, we used a combination of psychological warfare and strategic sabotage. It wasn't about brute force, but about undermining their authority and creating divisions within their ranks."Fena leaned in, her expression intense. "How did you do it?"Emily nodded, her eyes taking on a distant look. "First, we focused on planting seeds of doubt and mistrust among their most loyal followers. We carefully leaked information that made them question the motives of their leaders, causing internal conflicts and undermining their unity. With me in the pack house and Luna Isabella away, it was relatively easy.Luke's eyes lit up with realization. "Like we're planning to do with Adriel's pack
Luke's Office.The lady's smile didn't waver as she adjusted her sunglasses, seemingly unfazed by Luke's skepticism. "You may call me Fena."Sienna exchanged a wary glance with Luke, the tension in the room increasing. "Who is the woman? Do you know her from somewhere?" she asked through mind link."No, I don't. This is the first time I'm seeing her too," Luke answered.Sienna faced her. "And why should we trust you, Miss Fena? Why do you want to help us in defeating Adriel?"Fena leaned back in her chair, her fingers tapping rhythmically against the armrest. "You don't have to trust me, but I have information that could be of great interest to you."Luke crossed his arms, his eyes narrowing. "What kind of information?"Fena's lips curled into a smirk as she looked directly at Luke. "Information about Adriel's past, his vulnerabilities, his secrets. Things that could help you bring him to his knees. Isn't that what you want?"Sienna's brows furrowed. "Yes, it is. But Why would you wan