Cara The instant Lilia says the word “pregnant,” I know that my escape plan is in danger. That my baby might be in danger. I pretend I didn’t hear her words and rush out of the office. I have to see Ruby. I need to know my baby is okay after Lilia tripped me and I fell. I need to see an obstet
Whatever he’s up to, I don’t have time to deal with it right now. I turn and nearly run down the hall before he can stop me again. “...Thank you!” I hear him yell behind me. Just as Ruby and I had discussed, I return to the apartment. I’m thankful I took the time to pack everything up earlier.
Cara's POV This is it. Alaric’s wedding day is finally here. My mind is racing with thoughts of my escape plan, the plan that Ruby and I hatched to get me out of Pack DarkWood and away from Alaric. I’m running through my mental checklist, pulling my fiery red hair into a ponytail when my phone
It couldn’t have been Alaric. He wanted me to be at the wedding today, and I couldn’t exactly do that with a broken car. Plus, I don’t think he wants to hurt me… “Lilia on the other hand…” My wolf, Lucy, growls lowly in my mind. I almost laugh at the ridiculous notion that the pack’s soon-to-be
Eamon's POV “Conference room on the second floor. Meet me there in 5 minutes. It’s urgent.” I send the text to my five brothers, hoping they do as they’re told. We’ve all gathered at the hotel in Pack DarkWood territory for Lilia and Alaric’s wedding. At least the hotel staff was kind enough t
The news is sure to be shocking enough, I don’t want to fan the flames with excess emotion. They’re all staring off, mulling over the idea in their minds. I can almost see the wheels turning in each of their heads. *** Landon speaks first. “But… Lilia… went missing?” He’s trying to process the
Alaric's POV The moment’s almost here. I’m about to marry Lilia. I've always been the calm one, but at this moment...I’m trying to ignore my nervous. Nothing rattles me. But for some reason, the idea of getting married without Cara present really has me thrown. She said she would be here.
Alaric's POV “A-HEM!” I hear Lilia clear her throat in a comically annoyed manner. The sound draws me from my distracted thoughts. I look at the officiant, who is staring at me expectantly. This is my and Lilia's wedding. Lilia and I are tucked in together under a beautiful canopy of red r
Cara’s POV I’m in Alaric’s car and he’s driving Mia and I to the DarkWood hospital. The car was speeding, but Mia's expression and the pain on her face changed even faster. All I could do is gently stroke her hair. I admit, I was really worried about my daughter—so very worried—but I couldn’t
Alaric’s POV The Arbun family of Pack BloodyMoon is renowned for their deep care and loyalty toward their kin—a trait that is on full display at this very moment. “What’s going on?!” “What’s wrong with Mia?!...she's weak!” “What did you do, Alaric?!” Those sounds come from Cara’s
But I must go to her, for my little Mia. “Yes,” I reply. “Let’s go.” Every second that goes by is another opportunity for Alaric to realize who he is to Mia. That she’s his child. Or for Mia to realize that he’s her father. I can’t let that happen. Not now. If that means facing Alaric agai
Alaric’s POV I fall silent. How can I supposed to explain this to Cara’s child? But Mia notices my hesitation and, in her thoughtful way, quickly changes the subject. “The ice-cream is so good! Can I have some more?” Mia takes another lick of her ice cream cone. “No, this is the last scoop
* “Just leave, Alaric. Just go,” Cara replies softly. Her voice is filled with sorrow. * Her words keep popping up in my mind. I'm lost in my thoughts, driving to my Alpha villa. Six years ago, I was more used to having a driver take me places...but after spending time with Cara, I grew to
Eamon’s POV I answer the phone as soon as I see Cara’s assitant's name on the screen. “King… You need to come… quickly. We’re close to the border, in DarkWood…” Her signal seems really bad. The voice keeps breaking up. “We’re on our way.” I ask her as I rush down the hall towards the garage. A
She must be Cara’s child. But my children with Cara miscarried long ago. The gravestones I placed for them still stand near the site of the car accident in Pack DarkWood, and I visit them every year... So, these two children must be Cara’s—just not mine. She‘s mom now. She finally has that f
Alaric’s POV I can’t believe it. It’s her. It's Cara. After all these years…this is our first reunion. A trace of fear still lingers on Cara’s face. Her cheek is scraped, a streak of blood visible on her skin. Yet, even like this, she still looks stunning. I find myself captivated by her—h
The skin on my face stings and burns, and I realize I must’ve scraped it against the pavement. I feel something wet on my cheek and realize with terror that it must be blood. My blood. My blind date’s laughter rings in my ears, mean and chilling. He walks up to where I lay on the ground, and one