"Selena, I'm leaving now!" Karina shouted with a mouthful of toast as she ran towards the door.Seeing Karina running like that, Selena immediately panicked and shouted, "Hey, don't run like that! You're pregnant, you know!" she yelled.Karina just laughed and waved her hand before exiting the apartment.As she reached the elevator, she bumped into Xavier, who happened to be leaving for work as well."Well, Karina, it looks like you're also heading to work?" Xavier greeted.Karina nodded her head and took a bite of her toast. "Yes, I'm actually running a little late. But hopefully, I'll make it on time," Karina replied."Shall I give you a ride to the office? I happen to have a meeting at one of the restaurants near Deverell Apparel building," Xavier offered.Karina thought for a moment and eventually nodded in agreement to his offer. "Sure, that would be great. I owe you one today," Karina replied after briefly considering the offer.The elevator door opened, and Xavier and Karina en
Karina walked into the general division room and suddenly...Bang!A surprising shot containing confetti inside it was fired right above Karina's head as she entered the room."Oh my gosh!" Karina exclaimed, startled by the confetti shot."Congratulations on your promotion, Miss Karina!" the employees said simultaneously.Karina's eyes welled up with tears upon hearing it. She even covered her face with her hands, feeling embarrassed.Sophia approached Karina, holding a cake in her hands with the words 'Congratulations on your promotion as the new manager of the general division, Karina Magnolia.'"Blow out the candles," Sophia said, offering the cake to Karina."Why did you all go through all this trouble just to celebrate my promotion?" Karina said, wiping away the tears that unconsciously rolled down her cheeks.Sophia laughed, followed by the other employees from the general division."It's our duty to congratulate you, Miss," another employee replied."That's right. We don't mind
Viggo rushedly carried the unconscious Karina to the health room. His usually flat expression now showed his worry.Viggo's mind felt empty, and all he cared about now was Karina's condition and what had happened to her. Even the company hall was in chaos because of Karina's fainting incident.News about Karina being unmarried and pregnant had spread to various divisions, including Hank and Nolan, who now knew about the news. People started openly discussing Karina.Meanwhile, Viggo, who had arrived in the office health area, entered and knocked on the door, startling a nurse who was on duty in the health section."Are you a nurse here?" Viggo asked, gasping for breath as he had been running with the unconscious Karina to the second floor, where the office health room was located.The nurse on duty in the Deverell Apparel office health room immediately got up from her position and approached Viggo, running a little."Yes, I am a nurse here. What's wrong with her?" the confused nurse a
Karina walked into Hank's room, who was none other than the CEO of Deverell Apparel, feeling nervous and scared. Since she left the treatment room, she kept her gaze lowered, unable to look at the people staring at her with disgust.Everyone regarded Karina as a cheap woman, especially because she was pregnant and didn't even have a partner. Karina was confused about how to explain her situation, especially considering the fact that she was indeed pregnant at the moment."Excuse me, Mr. Hank, Mr. James, Ms. Karina has arrived," said Hank's secretary.Hank and James, who were sitting together on the sofa, immediately turned their heads towards Karina, showing their disappointment in her.Both of them remained silent for a moment before finally asking Karina to sit with them."Please have a seat, Ms. Karina," Hank commanded.Karina only nodded her head, unable to answer. She was certain that her voice would sound hoarse and trembling if she tried to speak.Hank's secretary stood behind
Karina and Viggo left the office area and headed to one of the cafés near the Deverell Apparel building. They both sat in a chair near the window.Right in front of them were two glasses of chocolate ice with whipped cream toppings and sprinkled with chocolate powder. They both remained silent and didn't know where to start.Karina's mind was in turmoil. She still couldn't believe that the man in front of her, the father of her child, was a wealthy man as Sophia had suspected.Viggo's appearance, including his handsome face with thick eyebrows and a sharp jawline, as well as his branded watch that clearly wasn't a fake, proved that he was not just an ordinary man."Damn, how could I end up sleeping with a man like this? Am I lucky or unlucky?" Karina muttered in her mind as she stirred her drink in front of her and started sipping it slowly.As the chocolate drink touched Karina's tongue, her eyes widened in surprise because she didn't expect it to taste so good and become addictive t
When they crossed paths at the minimarket and fought over meat, Viggo instead backed down and gave it to Karina. Even now, knowing how much he liked chocolate, Viggo immediately added a piece of cake for her to enjoy.Karina's eyes suddenly welled up, causing Viggo to panic. He quickly stood up and sat next to Karina.Without permission, Viggo pulled Karina into his embrace, causing her to burst into tears. Karina's tears flowed within Viggo's embrace, and he didn't ask why she was crying. All Viggo cared about now was allowing Karina to release her emotions on him.Viggo's hands were not idle either. He gently stroked the top of Karina's head, then moved down to her shoulders, rubbing them slowly.Karina's shoulders began to tremble, making Viggo hold her tighter as if giving strength to the woman.After a while, Karina's crying gradually subsided, and she began to feel calm with her current emotions. Karina stood up straight and looked at Viggo.Karina's hand suddenly struck Viggo's
"Can I go back to the office now?" Karina asked after finishing all the drinks and food that Viggo had ordered for her.Viggo looked at Karina beside him and furrowed his brow. "Are you sure you want to go back to the office now?""Why not?" Karina asked."Let Arlo take you home," Viggo suggested, glancing at Arlo sitting across from them."I can still continue working, Mr. Viggo. Besides, I need to sign my readiness documents as the new manager in the general division, right?" Karina replied.Karina's statement was valid. Viggo finally gave in. "But once we're done at the office, we'll go home together. How about that?" Viggo asked.Karina nodded. "That seems appropriate. Besides, people already know that we're getting married, right?" Karina replied.Now they no longer needed to hide their relationship from everyone. Moreover, the whole office knew that Karina was pregnant with Viggo's child, and they would soon be getting married within a month."Alright. I'll wait for you to finis
Viggo, who had just arrived in his room, quickly sat down. The room felt empty because he couldn't hear the usual commotion outside. Usually, when Viggo was focused, Karina would shout to remind him of deadlines or ask for revisions from the general division employees before giving them to Karina. Somehow, Viggo's mind brought him back to that moment and made him miss it. "She must have a lot of piled-up work now that she's become the manager of that division," Viggo muttered as he turned on his computer. Viggo's room was now twice as large as his previous one. There was even a row of sofas for ten people in front of him. But the larger the room, the more lonely Viggo felt. Just like at home. His house was as big as the apartment building he lived in. Making Viggo feel lonely because he only lived with Arlo. The housekeeper only came once a week to clean specific areas. Even then, they never met Viggo because he was busy working to pass the time. Maybe if Viggo didn't work, the
The atmosphere was filled with the warmth of friendship and the joy of reunions. As Harry, Emma, and Martin joined the festivities, their presence added to the sense of togetherness that had come to define this group of extraordinary individuals.Harry, with his usual charisma, shared stories that had everyone laughing, while Emma's bright smile and Martin's witty remarks kept the conversations flowing. The camaraderie was palpable as old friends caught up and new connections were formed.Dante and Natalia, the inseparable couple, joined the group, their laughter blending seamlessly with the chatter around them. Emma's curiosity led her to ask Natalia about her profession, and with a proud smile, Natalia confirmed that she was indeed a midwife.Harry, intrigued, turned to Dante. "And what about you, Dante? What's your role in all of this?"Dante chuckled, exchanging a knowing look with Natalia. "Well, I'm not as directly involved in the medical field as Natalia, but I do support her i
Seven years later….Gathering around the barbecue, the pleasant aroma of grilling meat filled the air. Viggo arrived carrying a bag of meat, his son Easton walking by his side. As he stepped into the scene, Karina's eyes lit up, and she approached him with a smile, planting a warm kiss on his lips, a familiar and comforting gesture that spoke volumes about their love and connection.A sudden commotion caught their attention. Eloise, now a lively 7 year old, darted away, her laughter filling the air as she was chased by Kaiser, the young son of Odette and Lancelot.Eloise's playfulness was evident as she skillfully maneuvered around the tables and chairs, Kaiser hot on her heels. However, the carefree chase soon transformed into a playful argument.Eloise's voice rang out, "Kaiser, stop it! I don't want to be your Luna!"Kaiser, his youthful determination evident, responded with a cheeky grin, "But Eloise, we're going to get married
Upon hearing Scarlett's news about Harry's continued breathing after Gandalf left his body, Richard's eyes widened in disbelief and hope. Without wasting any time, he swiftly moved towards Harry's side, his heart pounding with a mix of worry and urgency.He signaled Poldo to assist him in transferring Harry to the nearby dining table, a more stable surface for medical treatment."Careful, Poldo. Let's get him over here," Richard instructed, his voice steady despite the turmoil within him.The two of them carefully moved Harry's unconscious form, and as Richard began to assess his condition, the room was tense with a mixture of anticipation and anxiety.Scarlett watched anxiously as Richard skillfully worked, his hands moving with precision as he used his medical equipment to assess Harry's vital signs. Every second felt like an eternity, the weight of the situation pressing heavily on everyone present. The room was filled with the beeping of medical devic
In a chaotic and fierce battle, the clash between the werewolves and the army of artificially created humans under Gandalf's command intensified. The battlefield was a symphony of roars, clashes, and the crackling of magical spells. The moonlit night bore witness to the desperate struggle for dominance, each side fighting with all their might.Gandalf, his body now a mosaic of scars and wounds, moved with an eerie determination. The dark magic coursing through him granted him an unnatural strength, but it was clear that his body was reaching its limits. The wounds inflicted by the werewolves and their relentless attacks had taken a toll, and his ability to regenerate had slowed down considerably.As he pushed through the battlefield, his gaze was fixed on the castle in the distance, his ultimate target. The castle, once a symbol of power and unity among the werewolves, now stood as the last line of defense against his relentless advance. He was determined to break thro
As the intense battle raged on, Viggo's vision slowly cleared as he struggled to regain his senses. His body ached, and the taste of blood lingered in his mouth, evidence of the toll that the fight had taken on him. Yet, something within him had changed. It was as if a dormant power had been awakened, fueled by the urgency of the situation.Summoning all his strength, Viggo pushed himself up from the ground, his eyes flashing with determination. He knew he couldn't afford to falter now, not when the fate of Celestria hung in the balance.Coughing up blood, Viggo managed to stagger to his feet, his presence commanding and formidable. With a newfound energy coursing through his veins, he felt the power of the alpha surging within him, stronger than ever before. The injuries and exhaustion seemed distant as he focused solely on the battle at hand.“Sir, are you okay?!” ask Arlo panicked when see blood in Viggo’s hand.Ignoring the pain, Vig
As the full moon cast its ethereal glow over the surroundings, a chorus of howls echoed through the night as the werewolves emerged from the shelter of Celestria. Meanwhile, inside Eloise's old room, the atmosphere was charged with a mixture of anticipation and tension.Karina's face contorted in pain as the contractions intensified. Natalia, Selena, and Zayn stood by her side, offering words of encouragement and support. Lavinia had departed, her presence now among the werewolves outside.Karina's grip tightened on the bedsheet beneath her as another wave of pain surged through her. Natalia adjusted her medical equipment, ready to assist in the process. Selena held Karina's hand firmly, her eyes filled with empathy and reassurance. Zayn was standing a bit farther, giving Karina the space she needed while his face displayed a mix of worry and determination.Suddenly, the room seemed to vibrate with a primal energy. A resonating roar, not of agony but of power, r
Everyone gathered in Viggo and Karina's room, watching as Karina began to feel the pain in her abdomen. They were all enthusiastic about the impending birth of the twin babies that would soon arrive tonight.Richard, who was also in the room, glanced out the window and saw the moonlight of the full moon still obscured by clouds. He turned and nodded to Arlo, signaling something unspoken."It's time to move Miss Karina to Miss Eloise's room, sir," Arlo said to Viggo.Viggo, who had been sitting beside Karina, holding her hand, gently kissed her forehead, providing a sense of calm. "I'm sure you're strong, my love. You're my wife, and you've come so far to overcome everything. Now it's time for you to fight for the last time," Viggo told Karina, trying to encourage his wife.Karina nodded her head, feeling her pain increasing as if the time to give birth was near. Her contractions continued to intensify as time passed.Slowly, Viggo released his grip
Viggo and Zayn stood casually outside a small convenience store, each holding a cup of steaming coffee. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafted in the air as they leaned against the wall. The evening was cool, and the soft glow of the store's lights added a cozy ambiance to the scene.Zayn chuckled softly as he observed Viggo taking a sip of his coffee. "I can't help but find it amusing, you know," Zayn said, a mischievous glint in his eyes.Viggo raised an eyebrow, looking puzzled. "What's amusing?"Zayn's grin widened. "You, drinking coffee. I mean, I've heard about werewolves and their unique diet. Coffee isn't exactly part of that, is it?"Viggo chuckled in response, his lips curling into a wry smile. "You've got a point there. No, coffee isn't a usual part of our diet."Zayn playfully nudged Viggo's arm. "So, what's the occasion? Celebrating a successful arrest?"Viggo took another sip of his coffee, his expression thoughtful. "Not ex
The sound of a knock on the door made Zayn, who was immersed in his work, finally look towards the source of the sound. Coinciding with the knocking, the door to his office opened, and a man appeared behind it."What's up, Shawn?" Zayn asked as he saw Shawn, his assistant, entering the room.Shawn walked closer to Zayn and handed him a piece of paper. "The arrest warrant for Lucas has been issued. The CCTV footage you requested to be enhanced has been clarified, and the evidence is strong enough to prove that he ignited the fire at the hospital," Shawn explained.Zayn's eyes lit up instantly. He stood up from his seat and glanced at the arrest warrant. "Do the police know?" Zayn inquired."Yes, they do. They're heading to the location to apprehend Lucas," Shawn replied."Then let's go there too," Zayn said decisively.Shawn nodded and left Zayn's office first. Before leaving, Zayn reached into his pocket, took out his phone, and dialed Viggo