Alana’s POVI stayed in bed for a few more minutes, hoping that Kai would come back soon and tell me that everything was fine, that the intruder was just a random rogue who posed no threat, and not Alex as I had thought.But the more I waited, the more seconds stretched into minutes, and soon, a whole hour had passed. I grew more restless and impatient. I couldn’t just lie here and do nothing. I had to find out what was happening out there and not just sit here and wait.I had to see if Alex was really here or if I was just letting my imagination ruin this moment for me. I threw off the covers and got out of bed, ignoring the pain in my leg. I limped towards the door, hoping that no one would stop me and that I could easily slip by without being noticed.But as soon as I opened the door and stepped into the hallway, I was met by a guard who blocked my way, stopping me in my next hasty step before I could move out of the door completely.“Where do you think you’re going?” He asked me,
Kai's POV I was overcome by a flood of rage and curiosity when I was told by my Beta, Adam, that an intruder had been spotted near my mate Alana’s old house. I had to see and interrogate him for myself. I didn’t want to leave any stone unturned.As soon as I stepped outside the door, I called one of the guards, and he came running. “Greetings, Alpha,” he said with a slight bow and waited for further instructions.“Do not let anyone in or let her out under any circumstance unless I tell you to, understand?” I ordered.He nodded and took his place in front of the door. “As you wish, Alpha”.Walking down the hallway, I felt a bit of dread settle deep into the pit of my stomach, and I knew why. There is something that just doesn’t sit well with me.What does the intruder want, and why was he lurking around in Alana's house and not someplace else? Why her? Was she in danger? Too many questions and scenarios are playing in my mind and making me even more anxious.Nonetheless, I had to make
Alana’s POVKai's question had taken me by surprise. His eyes dimmed completely as he continued to look at me with a piercing gaze. I swallowed quietly, my heart starting to pound in my chest like a drum.I had no idea what Alex had told him during the interrogation, forcing me to trade rather carefully with my reply. Kai was already suspicious with his question. The least I can do is not make him even more distrustful of me.I want to tell him about Alex and me, but not like this. Now is not the time. Kai might kill Alex without a second thought if I did, and if that were to happen, I might never live through the guilt of his death.“What? No, of course not. I mean, why would you even think I know something about some intruder who broke into our pack?” I answered with a chuckle as I tried to act casual.He gave a careless shrug, running his hand through his dark hair, making it even more messy than before. “Well, I don’t know, Love. You just seem so curious about him that it made me
Alana POV I eased out a satisfied breath, my cheek flushed at the warm feel of Kai’s heated body still pressed against mine. It’s been an hour since he made love to me, but I'm still far from coming down from cloud nine.My heart skipped in my chest, recalling the way his mouth caressed my bare skin. The way his rough, calloused hands squeezed my breast in silent demand, drawing out a silent moan from my parted lipsI closed my eyes, savoring the way his face was leaning so close to mine. The feel of his stubble left a tingling sensation across my sensitive skin, and with each inhale of his captivating aroma, I felt my core clench with needs.Kai’s face was so close to mine that I could see every detail on his face so finely; his lips curled into a small kissable pout, and snoring. He was perfect, even as he slept.I felt a stink of guilt in my heart as I continued to look at Kai’s peaceful face, sleeping soundly next to me. He had been so gentle and loving with me, his soft and edib
Alana’s POVAdam stood tall over me, his eyes looking at me with a mixture of concern and curiosity.“Alana? What are you doing out here so late and all by yourself?” He asked me, his voice gentle yet firm and filled with suspicion, before he reached out and pulled me back to my feet.“I… I couldn’t sleep. I had to take a walk to clear my head.” I lied, hoping he would buy it. I didn’t have to tell him the truth; it was none of his concern.Adam raised an eyebrow, giving me a skeptical look. He didn’t look like he believed me one bit, but I didn’t care. He had been kind and supportive from the moment I arrived back in the pack, and I had even begun to see him as a good friend, but things had changed since our last confrontation at the arena. Adam had distanced himself from me completely.Whatever reason he had, he never quite mentioned it. But I couldn’t blame him. Adam had always been loyal to Kai, and he probably saw me as a bad distraction.“walk? At this odd hour? What kind of wal
Alana’s POVKai’s lip continued to hover feverishly against mine in the dark before he pulled away for a moment, his face twisting into a slight frown. “Aside from Adam, who else did you come in contact with?”I swallowed nervously, my heart starting to race with fright. “No one, just Adam, and it was because he helped me off the ground when I fell.” I half told the truth and a lie.Alex had held my hand back in his prison cell, leaving his scent on me as well. I’m lucky Kai can’t outrightly point it out because I was still covered in his own scent and clothed with his shirt. Without it, he would have smelled him on me.“Why? What happened? Why did you fall, Alana?” He sounded panicked and skeptical even as he pulled us back under the lampstand placed in the hallway. His eyes hurriedly scanning me over.“It’s nothing serious. I only slipped and fell." He was about to scold me once again, but I was quick to place my lips against his, shutting him up. He grumbled against my lip, but not
Kai’s POV I could feel Alana’s heart beating against my chest, steady and soothingly, as she lay wrapped up in my arms and sleeping peacefully, completely unaware of the chaos running through my mind.I love the feel of her soft skin against mine. The steady rhythm of her heartbeat was like music to my ears. I love her more than anything—even more than life itself.Alana is my fated mate, given to me by the moon goddess. She was my soul and everything. And I will do anything to protect and keep her safe and happy.But lately, I have been feeling this strange sense of unease. A nagging doubt that keeps clawing mercilessly at me, making me question everything. Is she still mine? Does she still love me as much as I love her? Or is she pretending to? What exactly is she hiding from me?Too many questions I can’t even figure out the answers. Maybe I'm overthinking again. I know I shouldn’t think like this. I know I should probably trust and believe in her with all my heart and being. But
Kai’s POVI feel like I’ve been punched in the gut by Adam’s words. His words were plain and clear. I couldn’t be mistaken. He absolutely meant to tell me that my Alana was also that man’s Dakota.I have known Adam my whole life, and he has never been wrong about anything. Once he had a hinge on something, it comes out right, but can I dare say he has done it again? I mean, what are the fucking changes that he was telling the truth.Am I been blind or just foolish not to have seen it. I mean, I saw just how nervous she was when I mentioned the intruder! Could there be a connection? A possibility? Could my Alana be the same as that intruder, Dakota?I thought I was close to getting answers, but here we go again, another round of what ifs and maybes.. Too many questions flood my mind, each fucking one just unbelievable to me. I feel a pang of anger and betrayal, mixed with fear and confusion, coursing through me, making me want to punch something.It was hard for me not to feel all th