Her soft hands pounced on my cheeks. I furrowed my eyebrows, but the pain Vanished within a second. Without a word, she swept her hands over my chest, pushing me away from the car door. She opened it, started the engine, and drove off.The sleek BMW roared to life. As she drove off, the smoky exhaust and wind from the car swept over my face, leaving me rooted in place."Alpha," Beta Andrew said, his voice low as he approached from behind. "She’s not the same Evelyn we used to know. She’s changed completely. With the way speaks to me and everything."I clenched my jaw, staring after the trail of dust and smoke."Let’s go," I said, my tone cold and firm.Where’s the lie? She wasn’t the timid woman we used to know. She dared to talk back to me, her voice steady, sharp, and defiant. She didn’t just look me in the eyes, she held my gaze, challenging me without fear. And then… she slapped me. She actually slapped me.The old Evelyn would never have done that. She would’ve never raised her v
John Xavier POVGreat. Just what I needed. I am so not in the mood for drama tonight. "So, she's dating him?" I froze mid-motion, halfway to sitting on the bed. Her ridiculous question made me stop dead in my tracks, and a surge of anger flared inside me. "Are you blind?" I snapped, glaring at her. "Do they look like a couple to you? Where the heck is your brain, Diane?" My voice came out sharper than I intended, but she just stood there, blinking at me, looking utterly confused. "Why are you this mad? Is it because of Evelyn? Are you jealous because I said she was dating him?" she asked, her voice sharp yet trembling. Her eyes searched mine, desperate for answers, but I couldn’t find the words. I sank onto the edge of the bed, my shoulders heavy with silence. She crossed her arms tightly over her chest, her frustration palpable."So, she's the one, isn't she?" she accused, her tone biting. "No wonder you couldn’t take your eyes off her at the festival. You looked at her like
EVELYN POV"You mean you met with the Silvermoon Pack?" I asked, watching Giovanni rise from his seat, nodding slowly."I was supposed to have another meeting today," he explained, his voice calm, "but I canceled it. That's why I told you about the assignment, so now you’d be free. Maybe next time, you'll be invited."I clenched my jaw, reminding myself I had no right to be angry. This was his Pack, his business, and he had every right to make connections with anyone he chose though something felt off with the way he was talking to me, like he wasn't giving any interest whatsoever maybe me I will ask him tomorrow I really had a long today as I fell on the soft bed after taking my night bath. I smirked, my thoughts drifted to John, his face still burned in my mind, twisted in rage when I slapped him. The look on his face had been priceless. Next time, he’d think twice before running his mouth and crossing the line. Calling Giovanni and me "fuck buddies"? The audacity. He’d learn to s
EVELYN POV"Excuse me," I said softly, gripping my son's hand a little tighter. Harry tugged on my arm, trying to pull my attention toward something he wanted, but I couldn't afford to lose focus—not here, not now. I just wanted to move my cart to the side and let her pass, avoiding any confrontation. But she didn’t budge. She stood there, blocking my way.Her eyes narrowed as she looked me over with that same disdain I’d grown used to. "I wonder what’s so special about you," she sneered, "What’s inside you that keeps John so obsessed, huh, Eve? You’re still the same ugly little slave, and you’ll always be one in the Silvermoon Pack. A useless bitch!"She spat the insults at me, her anger clearly reserved just for me, as if hurting me gave her some twisted satisfaction.As she turned to go, her gaze fell on my son. My chest tightened. Panic flared. I quickly shifted Harry behind me, using my free hand to shield him from her line of sight. “You done with your rant?” I almost shouted,
EVELYN POVDiane turned her attention to him, her face lighting up as she stretched her arms wide and pulled him into a warm hug. Then, without hesitation, she kissed him slow and deliberate, for what felt like five whole seconds.I couldn’t help but roll my eyes. The whole thing was giving me major secondhand embarrassment.When they finally pulled apart, he glanced my way. His smile faltered, confusion flickering across his face, before he turned back to Diane."Is this... the one you were talking about?" he asked, his tone cautious, almost unsure.Her hands were still wrapped tightly around his waist as she gave a small nod. But then, slowly, he started peeling her hands off, his eyebrows pulling together in confusion.“Yes, baby... she was causing trouble here,” she murmured, her voice trembling. “To the point that... she even slapped me.” Her head drooped, as if she was on the verge of tears. I shook my head and let out a long sigh, staring at her. What could I even say to her?.
EVELYN POV "Who's that kid in your arms?" John asked, his tone sharp, eyes narrowing as he scanned us with a squeezed forehead.I swallowed hard, rolling my eyes. "None of your business," I shot back at him. "Now, if you'll excuse me, I've got better things to do."Turning on my heel, I started walking away, but I could feel his gaze burning into my back. Harry, completely unaware of what was going on, piped up, his voice bright. "Handsome uncle, what's your name?"His innocent question seemed to trigger something in John. Before I could take more than a few steps, he closed the gap between us in a few fast strides. He grabbed my arm, his grip firm. "Don't walk away when I'm talking to you," he growled, his voice low and demanding.I spun around, jerking my arm free with a sharp tug. My eyes locked with his as I hissed, "Respect yourself John and the woman waiting for you inside the supermarket. Like you should be very much ashamed of your...""My name's John, little boy. What's you
ALPHA GIOVANNI“A spy?” Evelyn’s voice was a mix of surprise and curiosity.We stood on the rooftop, the moonlight casting a soft glow over the Pack members’ houses below. Their windows twinkled like stars. I glanced at Evelyn, the night wind gently lifting her hair. “Not just that,” I replied, my gaze drifting toward the dark woods. “There’s been trouble with some strange creatures tearing through our farmland. I wanted you to check it out, but I canceled the assignment. I was worried something bad might happen.”I met her bright blue eyes, and a rush of memories flooded back—rescuing her from the woods five years ago. She had captured my heart that day, and even now, standing beside her, I felt the same pull. Evelyn nodded, a sigh escaping her lips. "Then we have to do something about it. I could round up the other Pack workers to check which farms were damaged.""You're right, but we managed to catch one of them," I replied.Her eyes sparkled with excitement. "That's a good start
EVELYN POV “Mom, what’s this?” Harry's eyes widened as he pointed at the laptop screen in front of us. He was sitting on my lap, his tiny fingers almost touching the image of a tall oil construction building that I had just opened.“It’s an oil building, sweetheart,” I replied, smiling gently. “But even if I tried to explain, you might not get it just yet.”“What’s an oil building?” he asked, curiosity lighting up his face.I sighed softly, scrolling down to show him more of the image. “It’s a place where workers help make oil. It’s all about oil production,” I explained, hoping to make it clearer for him.Harry pouted, his eyes glued to the screen as I closed the image. Suddenly, my office door swung open.“Uncle!” he shouted, jumping off my lap, his face lighting up with a big smile. He dashed toward Simone, who spread his arms wide, grinning.“My boy!” Simone exclaimed, wrapping Harry in a warm hug and lifting him high into the air.“Uncle, your white hair is getting so much! The
EVEYLNMy mind raced, desperate for an excuse to leave. I shouldn’t have come here in the first place, and now there were only thirty minutes left until my son’s ritual. Time was slipping away too fast."Your kids… they’re Alpha John’s, aren’t they?" she asked.I froze, my eyes widened as I stared at her, completely shocked by her question. My plate was half empty and suddenly, I had no appetite at all."I knew it," she muttered, spinning her wine before placing the glass down with a quiet clink."So that’s why you joined this pack? To be with John?" she pressed, her gaze locked onto mine."No!" I blurted out, shaking my head. She couldn’t be more wrong. "I didn't join this Pack, like I said earlier...""If John asked you to rejoin this pack, would you?" she asked with a soft voice. but her eyes studied me closely."With all due respect, ma’am, I’ve moved on," I said, keeping my voice as calm as possible. The conversation was starting to make me uncomfortable, and I shifted slightly i
JOHNWhat did she even mean by that?"How is it too much?" Charles asked as he drank water from the glass cup and yes he was right about it."I'm just trying to help Eveyln" Diane barely looked up as she replied, she was a bit offended with what he said. "Because if she’s surrounded by controversy, it’s going to affect you and your campaign." Her fork clinked softly against her plate.I glanced at Evelyn. She looked tense, her jaw tight, but she kept eating, like she was trying to pretend the conversation wasn’t annoying her."Alright, that's enough," I snapped but in a low voice . "He was asking her, not you."Diane lifted her head, meeting my eyes with a concern laced in her voice. "I’m just worried about my father-in-law. That’s not wrong, is it?" Her voice was light, like she needed someone to tell her it was okay. The dinning room fell silent for a moment, the only sound coming from the quiet clinking of cutlery. I watched my mum, her gaze fixed on Evelyn as she ate.Then, fina
EVEYLN John’s face went stiff the moment he saw her outside. It was obvious he hadn’t expected her to be there. Diane’s eyes found me first then her expression twisted, like she was surprised to see even my figure here since John didn't tell her about my coming to this Pack, before it hardened into anger. Her hands clenched into fists at her sides.She opened her mouth to say something, but before she could, a feminine voice spoke from behind her.“What’s going on out here? Come inside.”A middle-aged woman stepped into view, her diamond earrings catching the light. She had the kind of quiet authority that made it clear she was used to being listened to. Her sharp eyes flicked to Diane, who immediately softened, her expression shifting just enough to look composed.“Yes… Mum,” Diane said, her voice suddenly sweet and controlled. “It’s nothing, really. I just saw John outside with… her.” She gestured toward me, forcing a smile. “I guess I got a little upset.”The woman, John’s mother,
EVEYLNThe strong, scent of herbs and burning incense filled the air as we stepped into the Pack Witch’s cavern. It was filled with old skulls, bones and oil carrying the echoes of old rituals and quiet prayers to the Moon Goddess. This was a sacred place where sacrifices were made, secrets were shared, and the pack sought guidance from forces beyond our understanding.John and I sat on a long, worn bench, the softness of hare fur beside us. He leaned in and murmured, suggesting we summon her instead. I shook my head, firm. "No, we go to her. That’s how it’s done." As Alpha, he had the power to command otherwise, but tradition still mattered to me, at least.The old woman’s sharp eyes locked onto my son like daggers. He kept his head down, avoiding her stare. I could understand what he was feeling at that moment, the unease. It wasn’t surprising, there was something unsettling about the Pack Witch’s gaze, her brows furrowed but her eyes were wide.Pack witch's eyes are always like tha
GIOVANNIAfter the meeting with Diane, I stormed out and as I reached my car, I slammed my hands onto the hood, the metal shuddering. Her smug little speech about her new plans echoed in my head, each word grating on my nerves like nails on a chalkboard."How the hell did she find out?" I muttered through clenched teeth, my voice sharp with anger. I glanced around the parking lot, my mind racing. Who told her? Does she have someone feeding her information?The thought made my blood boil. She was always one step ahead, always pulling strings I didn’t even know existed.Straightening up, I clenched my fists, a slow smirk creeping onto my lips. What can I use against her? How do I make sure she never tries to control me again?I shook my head, my jaw tightening. No one controls me, I growled, the fire inside me burning hotter. I’m Alpha Giovanni. I control and I don’t get controlled.I pulled into my private garage at the Pack, shutting off the engine. The low hum faded.Carlo came rushi
EVEYLNThe moment we arrived at the villa, we rushed toward the commotion at the gate. Six men stood there, their tense stances making it clear they weren’t welcome. The guards had blocked their path, refusing to let them in.One was about to enter like he was trying again but the guard their shook his head, his hands still spread across the gate.Andrew stepped forward, his voice sharp. "And who the hell are you?" he demanded, eyes narrowing as we got closer.The men didn’t back down, but their heated glares bore down to those guards. I studied their faces carefully, and then it hit me, I recognized one of them. As if sensing it, they all shifted their attention to me, lowering their heads in respect. Not to John, who stood tall beside me, but to me alone."They say they’re from the NightShade Pack, Alpha," one of John’s warriors said, his tone laced with sarcasm, meanwhile John scoffed like he understood what the situation was. Of course, I already knew too that they were here beca
EVEYLNI sighed and rolled my eyes as I started up the stairs. He followed closely behind, carrying Harriet in his arms. His grin widened, and for some reason, it made my chest feel heavy. When he asked me that question, I knew it wasn’t true—but still, I couldn’t bring myself to deny it. Why couldn’t I just tell him the real reason?Beta Andrew reached the top of the stairs and opened the first door. “Here we are,” he said, stepping inside.I followed him in. The room was spotless, with a neatly made bed and crisp sheets tucked perfectly in place. At least I wouldn’t have to worry about cleaning just unpacking and putting our clothes away in the cupboard.Bea wouldn’t be here until later, she’d told me earlier she had some things to take care of.Just as I opened my bag and started pulling out clothes to hang in the cupboard, my phone rang.I glanced at the screen and saw Elena’s name. A small smile tugged at my lips as I answered."Hey, babe! Where are you?" she asked curiously. "Be
EVELYN POVEven after all this time, coming back to this pack still stirs something deep inside me, a connection I wish I didn’t have. It feels like the ground remembers me. Leaving wasn’t easy. Even with Harriet in the hospital, it took me two days to pack. I made time because I had no choice. This wasn’t just another visit, it was something I couldn’t ignore. My Harry was in danger.Ahead, John’s car led the way, winding through familiar roads. He insisted on taking the lead, and I let him. Not because I didn’t remember the way I did but because he needed to feel in control. So I stayed quiet and let him.From the backseat, I caught glimpses of pack members turning their heads, trying to see into my car. The tinted windows kept me hidden. But I could feel their curiosity pressing against the glass, their need to know who had come with their Alpha.We stopped in front of a villa, a two-story building with walls so polished they looked newly built. The place felt untouched, like no on
GIOVANNI "Boss, Alpha John came looking for Elvis at the construction site,"As soon as I read the message, I snapped my phone shut and shoved it into my pocket. My jaw clenched. I couldn’t leave Evelyn now, not after what I saw last night. The image burned in my mind: their lips pressed together, her arms wrapped around him like he was her whole world.The memory cut deep in my mind. My chest ached with a rage I could barely hold back. It hurt so much I wanted to storm into her room, rip him away from her, and destroy him with my bare hands.No one could ever love Evelyn the way I do. No one. Every sacrifice, every sleepless night, every risk I took it was all for her. And yet, after everything, she’s back with him. Her ex.A bitter laugh escaped me. Fine. If she thinks she can love him again, I’ll make sure she hates him instead. "Don’t worry, Evelyn," I said softly, trying to ease her worry. "I’ll bring a sign language tutor here so she can start practicing for now."Harriet had