Rose's POV.Adriel turned to me, his eyebrows creased with worry, "There's an urgent matter that requires my immediate attention," he said, his voice, urgent. "I need to leave, but don't worry, I promise I'll be back soon."I felt a knot form in my stomach, and my pregnancy hormones kicked in as I didn't want him to leave me. I just found him and I didn't want to let him go. "But where are you going?" I asked, concerned. "Is everything okay?"He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself before answering. "I don't think so. My men need my help in dealing with an issue back at home."My heart skipped a beat, realizing the seriousness of the situation. "Is it safe for you to go alone?" I asked, my voice trembling slightly. " Will you be taking striker with you? Won't you need him?"Adriel's eyes softened and he reached out to hold my hands, massaging them softly. "I won't be alone, Hazel. I'll be accompanied by a few of my trusted men. And yes, I will take Striker with me, although one
Rose's POVI paused, my eyes and mouth wide open from his question. His question took me by surprise, but as I looked into Adriel's eyes, I knew he was dead serious.Although I already thought about it, I didn't expect him to ask me to live with him so soon."Live in your pack?" I repeated, confirming if I heard him right and he nodded. "Adriel, I... I don't know. I mean, I'm a rogue, and bringing me into your pack, are you cool with that? Will the pack members even accept me?"He nodded, understanding my point of view. "I know it's a big decision, Rose. But I want you to know that my pack, would welcome you with open arms. We would take care of you and the children, even protect you. And I would be there by your side every step of the way."I pondered his words, and the idea of living among new people, and embracing their way of life, was both nice and intimidating. After what happened in Nedan, I didn't know if I was ready to join a community again.But then again, what did I have t
Rose's POVI used all my strength to fight back my tears as I watched Adriel look at me and back at the lady, wondering what he would say."No, Fena, this is Rose," he said, his voice calm yet tinged with unease. "She's my cousin's pregnant mistress.""Your cousin? His mistress? What is going on?" I asked myself, mentally breaking down.Fena's eyes widened with surprise, her gaze switching between Adriel and me. "Your cousin's pregnant wife?" she asked in disbelief.Adriel nodded, "Yes, it's a long story," he replied, calmly. "She needed a place to stay for a while, and I offered her shelter here, pending the time she and my cousin would sort out their issues."Fena's brow furrowed, looking a bit confused. "Baby, but I thought we were going to start our life here together," she said, feeling disappointed.Adriel sighed, his grip on her tightening slightly. "Fena, I never expected this to happen," he explained. "But you know family comes first, and she needs our support right now."Fen
Rose's POV"Adriel,” I whispered with a drumming heart. The air around us thickened, as we stared at each other, not knowing what to say or do. Adriel's eyes, a mesmerizing shade of deep blue, bore into mine with a flicker of surprise. It was as if everyone present faded away, leaving only the two of us standing there, in a staring competition.I felt my heart race in my chest, pounding with a mixture of hurt and fear. The scent that had drawn me here, was coming from him, although deep down I wished it was someone else.Adriel was my mate, the one person destined to be with me for eternity but as I stared into his eyes, images from last night flashed in my mind and I knew it was all a fantasy for me to think he'll ever be mine.Adriel's lips parted as if he wanted to say something, but the words seemed to elude him. I could see the conflict in his expression, the struggle of finding what to say and how to say it. He couldn't call me his mate because of Fena, his lover. Adriel a
Rose's POVAdriel's blue eyes bore into mine with an intensity I had never seen before. His jaw clenched, and his fists tightened at his sides. It was as if he was trying to control a vortex of emotions swirling within him. He took a deep breath to calm his nerves and stepped forward."You can't leave, Rose!" he ordered, his voice thick with frustration and growing anger. "You're carrying my child, my heir, and it's my responsibility to ensure your safety and the child's well-being."I stood my ground, my heart pounding in my chest. "I understand that you want to keep your children safe. I mean that's the reason you brought me here, isn't it? Anyways, being here, knowing I'll be under your constant gaze, and knowing I'll be in the same building with your fiance is suffocating me. I need space to think, to heal, and to find myself again. Please, Alpha Adriel, let me go! I won't let any harm come to the twins but I need to leave here, to leave you!""I can't and won't do that, Rose. You
Rose's POVMy heart raced as Adriel presented his options. On one hand, staying with him and his lover, Fena, meant having a form of familiarity and protection, but it also meant constant reminders of the love I craved and could not get.On the other hand, living far away from them, with strangers could be lonely and uncertain, but then, it offered a chance to start afresh, away from the painful memories of the Alpha who couldn't, or rather, wouldn't accept me.I sighed, nodding my head. "Living in isolation here or being with strangers?" I mumbled to myself, contemplating the pros and cons of each choice."Rose, I'm waiting. I need your answer." He reminded.I looked at him, searching his eyes for any sign of relenting, but it was clear he was going to pick Fena over and over again. "Fine," I finally said. "I'll live out there with the strangers instead."Adriel looked pained, but he nodded. "Very well, if that's your decision, I won't stop you. But I need to make sure you're safe a
Rose's POV"Oh my goodness, Miss Rose! Are you serious?!" Alex asked, his voice filled with worry and urgency."Yes, I am. I need to get to the hospital quickly. Can you come over and help me take the baby's things to the hospital?" I replied, trying to stay calm."Of course, I'll be right there! Just hang on, Rose. I'm on my way. I'll inform the Alpha too." Alex assured me."No!" I said through gritted teeth. "Do not tell him I'm in labor or that you're taking me to the hospital. He doesn't need to know …ahhhh""Okay. I'll be there soon." He said and I hung up.I took deep breaths to manage the pain and tried to gather some essential items I might need at the hospital. My mind was racing with thoughts of what was to come. Just as I was about to leave, there was a knock on the door. It was Alex, looking worried and rushing in with a bag in hand. "Miss Rose, are you okay? We need to get you to the hospital now!"I nodded, "Let's go, Alex. I don't want to delay any longer."As we hurri
Rose's POVAs I gazed at the ceiling, a mix of emotions washed over me. The joy of becoming a mother was undeniable, but the uncertainty about Adriel's role in our lives weighed heavily on my heart. On one hand, I desperately wanted to believe that Adriel would step up and be the caring father and husband we needed, but on the other hand, I couldn't ignore the painful reality that he already abandoned me for another woman during my pregnancy. Why would he come now?My father abandoned me, my mother couldn't help me, my cousin wanted to kill me, my friend deceived me, and now, my second chance mate rejected me. Everyone I trusted in one way or another left me all alone. They all left me to fend for myself in this cruel world and I was blinded by trust! I was toyed with and tossed around by all in search of love but instead, I'm here, all alone.I took a deep breath and turned to Alex, who has been looking at me."Alex, to be honest, I don't know what will happen with their father. To