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 POVI shook my head, feeling exhaustion weigh heavily on my shoulders. "I don't want to see anything. I just want to sleep, Linda. I want to shut out the world for a little while."Understanding filled Linda's eyes as she nodded. "I completely understand, Rose. We'll make sure you get some rest. Finn and I will handle everything until you're ready to join us again."I let out a grateful sigh, relieved to have such loyal friends by my side. "Thank you, Linda. I don't know what I would do without you."She smiled warmly, her hand reaching out to squeeze mine reassuringly. "We're in this together, Rose. We'll keep you safe and help you through this."As we made our way back to the shelter given to the rogues from Nedan, the weight of the day's events settled upon me. The impending danger from Luke, and the uncertainty of what lay ahead, all felt overwhelming. Once we arrived at the shelter, Linda led me to a small, quiet corner where a bed awaited. She pulled back the thin blanke
Rose's POVI slumped into the seat, desperately trying to make myself smaller, as if I could hide from Luke's penetrating gaze. The bus continued to rumble down the road, and I held my breath, hoping that we would soon be out of my Father and Luke's reach.Linda, sensing my distress, placed a comforting hand on my shoulder. "Rose, we'll be okay. We are leaving already," she whispered, her voice filled with determination. "I nodded, trying to steady my racing heart. Linda was right. We had come so far, and overcome so many obstacles together. We couldn't let Luke's presence derail us now.As the bus rolled on, the atmosphere inside became heavy with tension. Whispers and anxious glances were exchanged, and I could feel the fear and uncertainty gripping everyone's hearts. Finn, always the pillar of strength, walked up and down the bus aisle, reassuring and organizing, his voice steady and commanding."We're going to get through this," Finn declared, his voice projecting over the hum of
Rose's POVThe car engine died again, as the command echoed through the bus. A collective sigh of apprehension filled the air. The passengers exchanged worried glances, their faces etched with fear and uncertainty."What is going on?" Someone asked Finn and he shook his head. "I don't know too, but let's go down. He seems to be someone with authority," Finn answered.Reluctantly, from the front of the bus, we began to stand, one by one, and filed out of the bus in an orderly manner to meet the Alpha who was looking for me.Luke, the imposing leader of the guards, stood at the back, his eyes scanning the line of people stepping off the bus. His gaze was sharp and piercing, seemingly capable of peering into the depths of one's soul. I couldn't help but feel his eyes lingering on me for a moment longer than necessary, sending a shiver down my spine. With my mini disguise, I tried to blend in, to become invisible among the crowd, hoping desperately that my presence would go unnoticed.T
Rose's POVMy mind raced, desperately seeking an escape plan as I prayed for a miracle.I couldn't let them discover my true identity, couldn't let them ruin the fragile peace that I just found. I had to think quickly, to find a way to divert their attention.As I was thinking, the voices of the people grew louder by the minute until someone finally spoke up, "There is a lady, her name is Rose. Although she doesn't fit your description.""What do you mean she doesn't fit my description?" Luke asked."Well for starters, she is carrying a high-risk pregnancy. She doesn't smell or look like someone with Alpha blood. And the whole time during the festival, she wasn't feeling too well due to the road sickness. She doesn't fit in the description of the Moon girl you're looking for," the woman said and I sighed. "Thank you, Linda. If not for you and your wisdom, they must have recognized me as someone with Alpha blood," I said to myself."Where is she? The Rose girl,” Luke asked and they al
Rose's POVAs the bus lurched forward, I gripped the edge of my seat, my heart pounding in my chest. The engine roared to life, and the tires screeched against the pavement as the bus accelerated, leaving a trail of dust in its wake. The wind whipped through the open windows, carrying with it a sense of urgency and freedom.I glanced out the window, watching my former pack's grounds fade into the distance. "Bye, Moon family."The trees blurred together, their branches reaching out like fleeting memories. The sun hung low on the horizon, casting a golden hue over the landscape. It was as if nature itself was holding its breath, waiting to see what fate had in store for us.Finn, after moments of standing, sat beside Linda, his gaze fixed on the road ahead. The muscles in his jaw clenched, and his grip on the seat tightened. I could sense the tension radiating from him, the weight of the responsibility he carriedDespite the danger we had just escaped, there was no time for celebrati