REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 24: what was I made for? .The evening sun bathed the elegant estate in a warm glow as Axel returned home, exchanging a few words with the driver who had been waiting to park his car."Thank you, Roger. It's been a long day," Axel said as he handed over the keys.Roger, the driver, nodded in understanding. "No problem, Mr Axel. Enjoy your evening."Stepping out of the car, Axel made his way towards the grand entrance. There, he was greeted by the head maid, who had a look of concern etched on her face.“Hello, Mrs Patterson.” He joyfully greeted her. "Mr. Axel, we were worried when you didn't return for dinner on time," she explained with a furrowed brow.Axel couldn't help but feel guilty for keeping the household waiting. "I'm sorry, Mrs. Patterson. Time slipped away from me at the daycare today. It won't happen again."Mrs. Patterson nodded in understanding, her expression softening. "We know how much you care for the little ones at the daycare. J
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 25: uncharted territory.In the quiet sanctuary of Axel's room, an air of melancholy hung like a shroud. The dim, soft glow of a few strategically placed lamps highlighted the modern and masculine décor of the space. Axel had always been a fan of darker shades, and his room reflected his affinity for understated elegance.The heavy, wooden furniture was complemented by deep charcoal walls, adorned with a few tasteful pieces of artwork. Despite the luxury and comfort that surrounded him, Axel couldn't escape the nagging feeling of isolation, the emotional distance that seemed to separate him from the rest of his family.Axel's footsteps were slow and heavy as he made his way into the room. He'd had a long day that had culminated in a confrontational exchange with his father, and the exhaustion etched across his features was evident. The weight of familial expectations had always been burdensome, and tonight it had felt almost unbearable.After several
•REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 26: future crinkling .The room crackled with tension as Axel's patience wore thin. His jaw clenched, and his voice took on an edge as he finally responded to Maverick's offending comments regarding Esmeralda."You do know that at the end of the day, it’s all Esmeralda's choice. Her family might have promised Father but if she calls it off, it’s all over for you.” Axel declared firmly, his gaze locked onto his brother's. "She's not bound to you, Maverick, and she can make her decisions freely."The words were a direct challenge to Maverick's claim of ownership over Esmeralda. Axel's voice held a touch of defiance, making it clear that he wouldn't yield to his brother's attempts to dictate Esme's choices.Maverick, on the other hand, bristled at the retort. His pride as an alpha was on the line, and he wasn't going to let Axel undermine his authority."And then what? You think she would go for someone like you? Esme needs a strong alpha," Maverick r
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 27: contemplation .In the quiet morning hours, as the sun's gentle rays seeped into her room, Esmeralda found herself lost in contemplation. The serenity of the daybreak only served to make the center of focus; the heavy realization that weighed upon her heart.The upcoming evening loomed in her thoughts, its significance eating at her. She remembers it all clearly. Immediately after the sleepover at Maverick’s place, she had ran to meet her father saying she wanted to marry him. And then her father organized an engagement party for them.Esmeralda’s heart plunged remembering how naive she was. And now if tomorrow was going to repeat itself again.In her past life, the event tomorrow was her happiest day and now, Esmeralda just resents it.Tomorrow was meant to be a gala night of grandeur and celebration. It was supposed to be the moment of her formal introduction as the omega heir of the Gonzalez family and then her engagement to the Gunner Alpha h
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 28: her and herself .“You could put Mercedes at the center of attraction.” Esme immediately suggested to him. “Announce something like she becoming this pack’s next leader or the company’s next president.” Esme said knowing that her two faced sister would like that title very much.But her father was adamant as he narrowed his eyes. “No.” The study, adorned with regal bookshelves and intricate woodwork, became a battleground of wills as Esmeralda and her father stood on opposite sides of a growing divide. What had started as a respectful and loving conversation had quickly taken a sharp turn into discord.Esme couldn't contain the frustration that simmered within her. She had come to her father, seeking his understanding and support, only to be met with resistance. The bond that had always been a source of comfort now felt like an impenetrable barrier.Her father, usually composed and steady, stood his ground. His brow furrowed in deep contemplatio
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 29: home and people in it.. *ESMERALDA GONZALES* Esmeralda sits up on her bed as she stared ahead into the oblivion thinking of how she would be able to get past this. In the former timeline, she was immediately elated the second she found out that she was to be married to Maverick Gunner. It was like her dreams come true but now …That wasn’t her dream anymore. She wasn’t interested in becoming a puppet for her father to handle. He seemed more interested in what he would benefit from his alliance to the Gunner pack than her own happiness.Esmeralda sighs wondering if he has always being like that and if she had just overlooked it because of the fatherly love that was being shown.And then her two siblings … Mercedes and Alexei. The fact that they would even try to convince her father to make her marry Maverick is really surprising. Alexei doesn’t even know Maverick that well enough to like him and it’s surprising because Alexei doesn’t like anyone
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 30: scent don’t lie .It was time to go home. For someone who didn’t have a home, those words were dreadful.Axel and Maribel bid the children goodbye at the door with hugs and high fives, not taking their eyes off of them even as they crossed the little garden, chirping loudly with their parents, until finally, they drove off, leaving the two with impending silence, one that wasn’t as peaceful as Axel would hope. Oh, well, it wouldn’t last too long anyway.“Cue waterworks in 3, 2—”This time Maribel didn’t get to finish his countdown when Ari’s wails filled the entranceway. Usually, they made it back to the room before the pink-haired omega’s baby girl would start screaming and crying to bring back the children she had grown so attached to over the months. “There, there, my baby, my love, it’s okay, they’ll be back tomorrow,” Maribel tried to soothe her, nuzzling and scenting the baby. It worked. For a second. “You go ahead, she’s not gonna stop
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 31: my love mix up .When Axel stayed over at Maribel’s home last night, after having finished all the paperwork for the morning and tidying the daycare to perfection, he saw something he hadn't seen in quite a while— the lights of the room apartment facing the guest room he was in were on. When he usually stayed by the balcony whenever he was here or while he waddled to the Maribel’s partaking, loud and chirpy noises were flowing around him, seeping within the alpha and bringing along with them a muffled, stifling ache of sorts. So it’s a happy family, huh, Maribel and Knox’s neighbors. He wondered who lived there.Axel had let out a deep sigh, hands shaking as he unlocked the guest door and let his dark and silent home consume his soul. Having finished his nightly routine, taking a long, refreshing shower, and having a simple meal for one, he had trudged to the balcony, a chilled beer can snug in his hands. It was the only companion he had to re
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 31: my love mix up .When Axel stayed over at Maribel’s home last night, after having finished all the paperwork for the morning and tidying the daycare to perfection, he saw something he hadn't seen in quite a while— the lights of the room apartment facing the guest room he was in were on. When he usually stayed by the balcony whenever he was here or while he waddled to the Maribel’s partaking, loud and chirpy noises were flowing around him, seeping within the alpha and bringing along with them a muffled, stifling ache of sorts. So it’s a happy family, huh, Maribel and Knox’s neighbors. He wondered who lived there.Axel had let out a deep sigh, hands shaking as he unlocked the guest door and let his dark and silent home consume his soul. Having finished his nightly routine, taking a long, refreshing shower, and having a simple meal for one, he had trudged to the balcony, a chilled beer can snug in his hands. It was the only companion he had to re
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 30: scent don’t lie .It was time to go home. For someone who didn’t have a home, those words were dreadful.Axel and Maribel bid the children goodbye at the door with hugs and high fives, not taking their eyes off of them even as they crossed the little garden, chirping loudly with their parents, until finally, they drove off, leaving the two with impending silence, one that wasn’t as peaceful as Axel would hope. Oh, well, it wouldn’t last too long anyway.“Cue waterworks in 3, 2—”This time Maribel didn’t get to finish his countdown when Ari’s wails filled the entranceway. Usually, they made it back to the room before the pink-haired omega’s baby girl would start screaming and crying to bring back the children she had grown so attached to over the months. “There, there, my baby, my love, it’s okay, they’ll be back tomorrow,” Maribel tried to soothe her, nuzzling and scenting the baby. It worked. For a second. “You go ahead, she’s not gonna stop
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 29: home and people in it.. *ESMERALDA GONZALES* Esmeralda sits up on her bed as she stared ahead into the oblivion thinking of how she would be able to get past this. In the former timeline, she was immediately elated the second she found out that she was to be married to Maverick Gunner. It was like her dreams come true but now …That wasn’t her dream anymore. She wasn’t interested in becoming a puppet for her father to handle. He seemed more interested in what he would benefit from his alliance to the Gunner pack than her own happiness.Esmeralda sighs wondering if he has always being like that and if she had just overlooked it because of the fatherly love that was being shown.And then her two siblings … Mercedes and Alexei. The fact that they would even try to convince her father to make her marry Maverick is really surprising. Alexei doesn’t even know Maverick that well enough to like him and it’s surprising because Alexei doesn’t like anyone
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 28: her and herself .“You could put Mercedes at the center of attraction.” Esme immediately suggested to him. “Announce something like she becoming this pack’s next leader or the company’s next president.” Esme said knowing that her two faced sister would like that title very much.But her father was adamant as he narrowed his eyes. “No.” The study, adorned with regal bookshelves and intricate woodwork, became a battleground of wills as Esmeralda and her father stood on opposite sides of a growing divide. What had started as a respectful and loving conversation had quickly taken a sharp turn into discord.Esme couldn't contain the frustration that simmered within her. She had come to her father, seeking his understanding and support, only to be met with resistance. The bond that had always been a source of comfort now felt like an impenetrable barrier.Her father, usually composed and steady, stood his ground. His brow furrowed in deep contemplatio
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 27: contemplation .In the quiet morning hours, as the sun's gentle rays seeped into her room, Esmeralda found herself lost in contemplation. The serenity of the daybreak only served to make the center of focus; the heavy realization that weighed upon her heart.The upcoming evening loomed in her thoughts, its significance eating at her. She remembers it all clearly. Immediately after the sleepover at Maverick’s place, she had ran to meet her father saying she wanted to marry him. And then her father organized an engagement party for them.Esmeralda’s heart plunged remembering how naive she was. And now if tomorrow was going to repeat itself again.In her past life, the event tomorrow was her happiest day and now, Esmeralda just resents it.Tomorrow was meant to be a gala night of grandeur and celebration. It was supposed to be the moment of her formal introduction as the omega heir of the Gonzalez family and then her engagement to the Gunner Alpha h
•REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 26: future crinkling .The room crackled with tension as Axel's patience wore thin. His jaw clenched, and his voice took on an edge as he finally responded to Maverick's offending comments regarding Esmeralda."You do know that at the end of the day, it’s all Esmeralda's choice. Her family might have promised Father but if she calls it off, it’s all over for you.” Axel declared firmly, his gaze locked onto his brother's. "She's not bound to you, Maverick, and she can make her decisions freely."The words were a direct challenge to Maverick's claim of ownership over Esmeralda. Axel's voice held a touch of defiance, making it clear that he wouldn't yield to his brother's attempts to dictate Esme's choices.Maverick, on the other hand, bristled at the retort. His pride as an alpha was on the line, and he wasn't going to let Axel undermine his authority."And then what? You think she would go for someone like you? Esme needs a strong alpha," Maverick r
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 25: uncharted territory.In the quiet sanctuary of Axel's room, an air of melancholy hung like a shroud. The dim, soft glow of a few strategically placed lamps highlighted the modern and masculine décor of the space. Axel had always been a fan of darker shades, and his room reflected his affinity for understated elegance.The heavy, wooden furniture was complemented by deep charcoal walls, adorned with a few tasteful pieces of artwork. Despite the luxury and comfort that surrounded him, Axel couldn't escape the nagging feeling of isolation, the emotional distance that seemed to separate him from the rest of his family.Axel's footsteps were slow and heavy as he made his way into the room. He'd had a long day that had culminated in a confrontational exchange with his father, and the exhaustion etched across his features was evident. The weight of familial expectations had always been burdensome, and tonight it had felt almost unbearable.After several
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 24: what was I made for? .The evening sun bathed the elegant estate in a warm glow as Axel returned home, exchanging a few words with the driver who had been waiting to park his car."Thank you, Roger. It's been a long day," Axel said as he handed over the keys.Roger, the driver, nodded in understanding. "No problem, Mr Axel. Enjoy your evening."Stepping out of the car, Axel made his way towards the grand entrance. There, he was greeted by the head maid, who had a look of concern etched on her face.“Hello, Mrs Patterson.” He joyfully greeted her. "Mr. Axel, we were worried when you didn't return for dinner on time," she explained with a furrowed brow.Axel couldn't help but feel guilty for keeping the household waiting. "I'm sorry, Mrs. Patterson. Time slipped away from me at the daycare today. It won't happen again."Mrs. Patterson nodded in understanding, her expression softening. "We know how much you care for the little ones at the daycare. J
REBIRTH OF ESMERALDA .Chapter 23: all that was and before .Esmeralda sat with her father in the living room, an air of warmth and tenderness enveloping them. Her dad's eyes, kind and caring, gazed at her with genuine affection. She missed him deeply, for in the previous life, she had believed him to be lost to her forever."Esmeralda, I'm so glad you're back," Her father said, his voice filled with love and gratitude. “I missed my only omega.” He added.Esmeralda chuckled lowly knowing that it was words like this that must have made her sister develop a jealousy towards her.Although, It was evident that the bond between her and her father was unbreakable, transcending the boundaries of time and reality.Her heart swelled with emotions as she remembered the pain of losing him before. The tears she had shed for her father in the past had been replaced by a renewed sense of joy in the present. His presence was a beacon of hope, reminding her that her life had taken an unimaginabl