Xander's POVI massaged my forehead, waking up with a head splitting ache was becoming a habit for me now. It's obvious I am stressed and it has affected my sleeping pattern. No matter how long I shift and run in the woods, I wake up feeling like I had lifted tons of flour bags while sleeping. If only she would pick the damn call and stop acting so sassy. I have tried to reach her and my ego couldn't endure being dragged any longer, and I had no choice but to stop. To make matters worse, two days after, Kira walked out on me and refused to talk to me. I got myself drunk and fell into the waiting hands of Mira. The sex was mind-blowing I can't deny that, to think I have been depriving myself for a long while now. However, at the end of it I couldn't look at myself in the mirror and all I could think of was to call Kira. Despite our history, she has been chosen to be my mate and I need to respect that. On the other hand is Mira, who has chosen to take advantage of the steamy night to
Xander's POVI staggered back towards the table, feeling like I had been punched in the gut. The Alpha is dead, and I couldn't even imagine what Kira might be going through at the moment. I swallowed hard. “When was that?” Miguel pouted, “yesterday. I hope he finds peace in death, I heard his sickness had taken a considerable toll on him.”I nodded in agreement, “yes, I guess so.”“Did you eventually talk it out with Mira?” He askedI pulled at my hair returning to the chair, “you would be surprised she connived with Leila and Declan to show up and throw Kira off the pedal. How foolish can they be? Thinking my relationship with Kira will be in ruins because of Mira.”I saw Miguel shake his head slightly, “well, in actual truth they did ruin it. It's not like you have been on actual talking terms with her for the past week now.” “Well, thanks for rubbing it in.” I snorted, “I will leave you to it, just needed to bring the news to your notice.” Miguel announced heading out. Exhalin
Author's POVLeila looked on in disgust at how happy Elizabeth and Declan were at the news of the Alpha's death. The two of them rejoicing over her almost fall. Her heart feels heavy with worry. Her altercation with Amber over the poisoning of the Luna, made her more suspicious of the fact that Kira might be aware of their plan. Kira's attitude when she and Declan had gone to sympathize with her over the Alpha's death, added to her suspicion. Even though she and Declan had arrived differently, the odd look on Kira's face didn't sway until they were forced to leave. Which means total failure for her and the rest of the team, finding out about the betrayal. Kira won't hesitate to report to the pack council, and they all get caught and killed in the end. She pulled at the necklace on her neck. Declan noticed her discomfort and moved close to her. “whats wrong baby?” Elizabeth snorted at their exchange. She would never get used to seeing them act so loving towards each other. She shru
Author's POVMira took a calculated step towards the bar, she was going to relay her thoughts and discomfort to Xander without hesitation. She couldn't keep up with his sour attitude towards her every time. She felt there was a need to command respect from him. The last time she had visited, and he accused her of causing a rift between himself and the other lady. She chided herself for backing out so easily. Clenching her fist around the handle of her bag, she ignored Miguel, who was acting polite towards her. She has always disregarded him, treating Miguel like he was irrelevant. He snorted at her receding back, it was no use trying to make friends with someone as shallow - minded as her. Xander jerked from his chair at the force of the door opening, he was almost excited about whom it might be. However, his face fell when it turned out to be Mira. Xander had thought she would be shameful enough to not show her face to him again.“What are you doing here, Mira?” He questioned, fina
Author's POVTanya stared at her sister, feeling embarrassed on her behalf. Luckily for Mira, she had been passing by in her car when the guard of the popular bar tossed her into the street like a sack of unwanted beans. Disappointment rocked her boat as she helped Mira to the car. “When did you become such a mess? I thought you would have learned your lesson since the time Xander told you off.” Said Tanya. Mira's affection for Xander wasn't hideous all through the time they lived next to each other. She drooled over, while Mira was supposed to have crushes towards her age mates. She longed for Xander, it got not just Tanya, but their parents worried at the time. However, they all thought it would play out when she grows older. Their parents died when Mira had just clocked nineteen, to Tanya's surprise, she connected with Xander. Got drunk with the flimsy excuse of mourning their dead parents, in the midst of it, they had sex. Tanya wouldn't have known about it, if Mira wasn't so b
Kira's POVI exhaled loudly, pushing the bed cover off me. My body felt heavy the moment my legs touched the floor. I haven't been out of the room for about two days, nobody came to check on me aside the maids who intend to clean the room or serve me my food. Ayla's whine is beginning to irritate me, I wouldn't blame her, though. It's been so long since she experienced any form of stretching. It's one of the things she can't resist doing. “Alright, Ayla. I'm heading out now.” I said tiredlyGetting myself ready, I stepped out of the room, not bothering to exchange pleasantries with anyone I ran into. I didn't realize how much I missed the natural space until I shifted and ran through the woods like a free bird. It's been precisely a week since my father, the Alpha of Blackstone pack, got buried. It still feels so surreal. I tried not to think of it, admitting he has gone to rest for good. He deserves the peaceful moment away from the ruckus of living. However, mum appears to be obl
Author's POVAt the sight of the satisfied smile on Declan's face, Leila lost her cool. She had been waiting for his return after texting him two hours ago, and he promised to return soon. Leila would have tried to overlook it if he weren't looking so happy and pleased with himself. “Hey, Leila. There was a bit of an emergency, I had to stay back for a while.” Declan lied, not looking at her. Leila kissed her teeth, “do you know the most shameful look on you? It's when you lie. That stupid face of yours has no pocket to keep your fakeness in. Not only did I text you that it was urgent, I mind linked you too. And you choose to take care of that emergency, not caring about what might become of me.” Declan ignored her tantrums and made a sorry face. He had envisioned Leila's anger and because he knew just how she would act. It had made him more relaxed, and she was doing just as expected. “You do know how hard these times are for Kira. What kind of boyfriend would I be tagged as if I
Kira's POV“Don't you think it's time you get off your high horse and speak to him?” Amber whined for the umpteenth time into my ear. The downside to having a younger sister is having a walking reminder. Especially when she knows I am clearly trying to avoid the situation. Even though I must admit, it's fun having more of a close relationship with my family. In my past life, I was too dependent on Leila, which made it easy for me to sway from them. Since I had an open discussion with mum, I feel more relaxed discussing on everything bothering me. Amber's loud snort brought me back to the present, “I am sure you haven't gone deaf, Kira.” She stomped her bare foot on the hard floor. I rolled my eyes, “your continuous nagging will obviously make me deaf. What is it with you, Amber? Why won't you let me be?” “I can't, until you do what is expected of you. Stop being so adamant, I should really involve mum In this.” “Don't you dare!” I warned, sighing in frustration. I sat back on my
Kira's POVIt's been a month since the Blackstone pack got rid of its plotters, a month since Elizabeth died. Leila and Declan have since been locked up in the dungeon awaiting their trial. There was no need to hurry it up, it's not like they would ever get an escape from there. Their sentence would be judged based on their two times attempted murder and plotting against the throne. I wish them nothing but the best in their forthcoming trial. After the deed, Xander got to investigate on the fraud Elizabeth had engaged in while she ruled as the CEO of his father's company. It didn't take long before he got his rightful position back and took over his inheritance. I was thrilled for him, as for Mira, I had to have her released. She didn't really do much, even though she had kidnapped me. I didn't need to tell the pack council that. Uncle John kept to his promise and has been visiting from time to time. He and my mum seem to enjoy spending time together playing Scrabble. I'm glad she
Kira's POVXander didn't wait for me to explain further, he said he was on his way. I wanted to avoid making any hasty decisions without the key members of the pack. In less than thirty minutes, the large meeting room was filled up with every member of the pack council and Xander. “Why did you call a meeting all of a sudden, princess Kira?” Zeta Felix inquired.Asking for them to wait for me, I called in John to repeat his information about Elizabeth and the rest to them. Which he repeated without mincing a word. They couldn't doubt him, my father had ensured the pack members could trust the rogues with their words. Beta Mason scoffed, “how dare them even think of going up against us? Such audacity!” “What should we do now? Should we go after them?” Asked Felix.I sighed, turning towards John. “What do you advise we do uncle?” He shrugged, “there is much to do, I have no intention of taking my men on a fruitless journey. So, since you won't be crossing anybody's territory without
Kira's POVI feel like whatever it is that has brought uncle John to the pack house must be vital. Whatever it is I can only hope it would be of help to the course on the ground. The entire pack has been on high alert for the past week over the escape of the pack traitors. Knowing they wouldn't give up and might be planning something big against us. I have asked the zeta to engage in rigorous training with the soldiers. They need to be as prepared as possible.After lunch, John asked to have a word with my mum and me. Amber left reluctantly, I am sure she is just as keen to know what he has to say just like every one of us. Calling him into the study with my mum, we all settled on the couch waiting for him to speak. John cleared his throat, clasping his hands together. “I want to start by saying that this family means a lot to me, and I am not just saying this to sweet talk you. Kendrick made me understand that being different from the rest of the people doesn't mean you must be evil
Author's POVJohn got lost in thought as he drove towards the pack house. He couldn't seem to feel sorry for Elizabeth. She deserves whatever comes to her, he never would have thought that a time would come when he would be able to look her in the eyes without breaking down. John would have never imagined himself to be a lover. But then love knows no rogue or anyone else, as soon as your heart finds interest in someone. You are doomed and nothing else helps. He didn't get a chance at finding a mate, which implies he could choose any woman to be with. His treacherous heart had him fooled by Elizabeth, and he fell for her with no caution.For some reason known to her alone, Elizabeth comes to drink at the usual spot of the rogues. He had noticed her countless times, she would sit alone drink herself to stupor and somehow find her way home. The day he finally got the courage to approach her, she was still on her first bottle. That was how he got to know of her husband's maltreatment. Jo
Author's POVTaking another look at his wristwatch, Declan's heart remained unsettled as he thought about what would become of him is John refused to show up. It's almost noon, and he still hasn't caught a glimpse of him. His eyes continue to glance at his mother, who seems to be having a swell time mocking him. This might probably be the end of Declan ever trying to do things on his own if a flop occurs. Gripping the edge of his chair tightly, he exhaled. “Are we going to sit here all day waiting for no one to show up?” Elizabeth inquired. “It's not noon yet, Elizabeth. There is still plenty of time to be patient.” Leila chipped in, tired of Elizabeth gloating about her ability. Leila wants Declan to have enough control, which would put Elizabeth on the sideline and give her more power. She wished more than anyone that John would arrive and show his support to Declan. Standing up, she patted his back to comfort him. “What if he doesn't come?” He asked her. She shook her head, wh
Author's POVRunning as fast as his legs could carry him, Declan moved at the full speed of rage. When he got to the rogues' territory, he was beginning to feel fear at how tough the guards looked. Bracing himself, he walked towards them with a determined stride.“Where do you think you are going?” One of the guards said in a tough voice. Declan held his gaze, “I want to see your leader, John.”The guards stared at each other, laughing, one of them said. “you have got a lot of nerve to come in front of us and seek for our leader. Who are you?” “Tell him, I am Declan, the son of Elizabeth and the next Alpha of Blackstone pack. And I won't leave here until he talks to me.” They burst into another fit of laughter, wondering if he was crazy. Their laughter faded at the sight of his determined look. Whispering to one another, one of them ran into the pack to find their leader. John was seated in front of his cabin, enjoying the atmosphere, with the damsel next to him massaging his feet.
Author's POVDeclan clenched his fist hard, trying to suppress the anger inside of him. His wolf was the most furious, and he felt like jumping at someone. John had demeaned him with no regard, and his mother had sat there acting like it's nothing. His ego felt bruised, even if he hasn't done much, that doesn't make him weak. “I will make him regret ever talking down at me like that. Is this what you want, mum? For people to see me as a weakling and have no fear of calling me one. Thanks for birthing a fool like me!” He glared. Leila sighed, the room had been tensed since the leader of the rogue left. It was more tiring considering how angered Declan is. “Calm down, baby. There is no need to act fussy, what we need right now is to find a solution. It's obvious we can't give up now.” “You had better listen to your girlfriend, she appears more sensible than you are.” Elizabeth mocked him. Tears pricked at the back of Declan's eyes, as he stared hard at his mother. “I should have kno
Author's POVElizabeth had waited it out for two days before taking any step to be sure no one tailed them to their hiding place. For some reason, she had purchased the hideout during Declan's looming trial. Knowing it might come back to her, she had planned a means of escape. However, it did really save them In the end. She was seated in one of the cabins, with Leila and Declan looking tensed. The both of them couldn't seem to hold themselves up for a while as their fears and doubts were obvious. Elizabeth knew she wasn't going to back down soon, her promise to have Kendrick's family pay too wasn't fulfilled yet. Her eyes lingered on her wristwatch and the cabin entrance again. “How long are we going to seat here for?” Declan asked. “Who is this person you have been waiting for, for two days? You haven't said a word since we got out here, and no plans on how to get back our place in the pack. Are you sure you thought this through?” “Can you keep quiet, Declan? Shouldn't you be abl
Kira's POVXander and I entered the meeting hall to find a full room, my mum was there too. They all stood up to welcome me, I didn't realize I had that much relevance already. Bowing my head lightly, I sat in the reserved chair. “Good day everyone, thanks for honoring my invitation at such short notice.” I said to them. Beta Mason stood up, “this is the first time we would be having a general meeting with the apparent heir. And we couldn't just sit back without showing our faces.”I inhaled, looking towards Xander, who gave me an affirmative nod. “I don't know how to say this, but I will start by appreciating every one of you for standing by my father all this year's. We're still keeping the pack glued together despite his absence. Thank you. Today I have called you altogether, to save our pack. This has been going on for a long while, but I didn't see any reason to call onto anyone until there is some level of certainty.”The gathering murmured among themselves for a second, befor