Rose's POVI blinked in confusion, my tear-stained face turning pale. "Wh- what? But you… you look just like him," I stammered, my voice trembling.The man sighed heavily, running a hand through his hair. His eyes held a mix of frustration and annoyance. "I get it. As a rogue you need money and your tactics are getting old. It's this the new trick to get money right?" He asked, feeling disgusted as he clearly misunderstood me."No, please. That's not it. What do you mean by tactics? I'm not begging for money. It's me, Rose, last time we met, you called me Hazel- like the color of my eyes. Don't you remember? You have to, you have to be Hottie, the voice, the facial features, you…""Enough! Take," he said and handed me a wad of cash. "Do not bother me again and stop this new tactic of yours, it's not working."I shook my head, my mind reeling with confusion. "No, I swear, I'm not trying to trick you or beg for money. I genuinely thought you were Hottie because of the uncanny resemblanc
Rose's POVThe deafening sound of the gunshot echoed through the air, shattering the tense silence that had settled over the scene. We all bent down as we heard the gunshot trying to avoid the shot.I heard a man yell and I turned around. Time seemed to slow down as I watched in horror as the bullet missed me, its intended target, and struck a passerby instead. A middle-aged man who had been innocently walking by stumbled and fell to the ground, clutching his shoulder, blood staining his clothes.The realization of what had just occurred crashed over me like a tidal wave. "Ahhhhhhhh," I screamed at the sight of blood, my trembling legs threatened to give way as my gaze locked onto the injured man. Panic and guilt consumed me, threatening to suffocate any rational thought. I couldn't believe that my presence had led to such an unfortunate event.The men who had confronted us froze in shock, their expressions shifting from smug confidence to wide-eyed disbelief. They hadn't intende
Rose's POVMy sleep was fitful and restless, plagued by fragmented dreams and snippets of conversations. The voices grew louder, and closer until they finally pierced through the haze and roused me from my uneasy slumber. The sounds of urgent whispers and raised voices seeped into my room, stirring me to consciousness.I sat up, rubbing my eyes and blinking away the remnants of sleep. The hospital room was bathed in pale, sterile light, and the air hung heavy with anticipation. Linda, who had been standing vigil beside me, exchanged worried glances with me. "Rose, you're awake? How are you feeling?" She asked worriedly."Yeah, I'm fine. What's happening?" I asked, my voice laden with grogginess.Linda leaned in closer, her voice hushed but tinged with urgency. "There's a heated argument going on outside, Rose. They're saying that you're responsible for the man's gunshot condition."My heart jolted in my chest, the remnants of sleep instantly vanishing as a surge of adrenaline course
Rose's POVI could hear my heartbeat in my ears and even the child in my womb was anxious to hear the outcome of the surgery.The doctor's voice trailed off, his tone grave and heavy with the weight of the words he was about to utter. The hallway seemed to grow colder, and the anticipation in the air thickened. Linda and Finn stood beside me, their eyes filled with concern and worry, mirroring the emotions swirling within me."Talk to us, Doctor. How's my husband now? Is he stable? Is his condition improving?" the woman asked."I am sorry, but he didn't make it," the doctor finally revealed, his voice laced with sorrow. "We did everything we could, but the injury was too severe coupled with his health condition. I'm truly sorry for your loss."A gasp escaped my lips, and I instinctively reached out to grasp onto Linda's arm for support, feeling as if the ground had been pulled from beneath me. The news hit me like a physical blow, the weight of it settling heavily on my chest. Tears w
Royal's POV"What is going on?" Linda and Finn asked the people. "Rose must leave! Rose must leave!! Rose must leave!!!" They all chanted in unison."What do you mean she must leave?" Linda asked."It's what we want. We don't want her arrest any longer. We want her out of here. Her presence has done more than enough."I stood there, frozen, unable to say or do anything. Linda, her voice trembling, tried to reason with the angry crowd. "Please, everyone, let us explain. Rose is innocent. She had nothing to do with that man's death. It was an accident!"But her words fell on deaf ears, drowned out by the collective anger that fueled the mob. They had already made up their minds, blinded by their desire for vengeance. Their accusatory gazes bore into me, and I felt a surge of desperation rise within me.I finally found my voice and said, "Please, listen to us!" I pleaded, my voice barely audible over the rising clamor. "I never meant for any harm to come to him. It was an accident. I'm
Rose's POVI felt sprinkles of water on my face and I opened my eyes to see Finn and Linda standing over me, concern etched on their faces. They had found me just in time."Finn! Linda!" I exclaimed, my voice trembling with relief. "You saved me!"Finn helped me sit up, his strong arms supporting me. "We heard the commotion and rushed over as fast as we could," he said, his voice laced with worry. "Are you okay, Rose? Who are these men? Hope they didn't do anything to you.I nodded, still reeling from the shock of the encounter. "I…I am fine. They were the same people who threatened me before. They were out for revenge, trying to silence me. Thanks for saving me. I think I fainted."Linda's eyes widened, her protective instincts kicking in. "If you fainted, who beat them up into a pulp?”"You're not the one who attacked them?" I asked confused."No, we didn't. we just got here now." Finn explained."If you didn't do it, then who did?" I asked again."I don't know but I am happy they d
Rose's POVThe silver-haired elder, her expression grave and solemn, approached the cubicle where I stayed her gaze piercing through my shattered spirit. "Rose," she said, her voice tinged with regret, "I understand this is a difficult time for you, but the decision has been made. You must leave Nedan."Tears streamed down my face uncontrollably as I struggled to comprehend the magnitude of her words. "But... but this is my home," I managed to choke out, my voice quivering with anguish. "I've lived here and I don't know anywhere else. How can you just cast me aside? What about my baby?"The elder's face softened for a fleeting moment, a glimmer of sympathy shining in her eyes. "Rose, I implore you to understand that the community has spoken. They fear the accusations against you, and it has shaken their trust and their belief in safety here. This decision is not taken lightly, but it is believed to be the best course of action for the sake of harmony and peace within Nedan."Her words
Rose's POVFear and adrenaline coursed through my veins as I watched the man closing in on my scattered belongings. The men wasted no time, quickly grabbing what they could before disappearing into the many alleys of the market. I was left stunned and vulnerable, my bag was torn and almost empty. "What just happened?” I asked myself as it all happened too fast, my brain could not register it all.The fruit vendor, witnessing the scene, rushed to my side, concern etched on his face. "Are you alright, miss? Did they take anything important?"I took a deep breath, trying to steady myself. "No.""Are you sure, Miss? You seem shaken." "I'm fine, thank you. I'm just shocked. The things they took are just some personal belongings. They were of sentimental value, but I can replace them. Thank you for your concern."The kind vendor helped me gather what little remained of my scattered belongings, and as I collected them, I couldn't help but feel a sense of desolation. The world seemed to con
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