JOHN "And you're absolutely sure you didn’t talk to any worker while you were there?" Beta Andrew asked, his eyes narrowing as he leaned forward. I nodded. "Yeah, I’m sure," I muttered, my voice tight. He sighed, running a hand through his hair. "Man, this is so damn hectic," he said, shaking his head as he stared at me.A storm of anger churned inside me, so fierce it felt like it might tear me apart. How could this have happened? I was so close, so close to getting through to her, to bridging that distance between us. But then this had to happen. A memory slammed into me like a knife to the chest. Giovanni, his hand on her face, wiping away her tears—or whatever it was sliding down her cheek. The image burned in my mind. How dare he touch her? Who the hell is he to do that? And for how long has this been going on? I couldn’t sit still, everything that had happened today pressed down on me, suffocating me as I paced back and forth in the lobby, Beta Andrew sat on the couch, wa
EVELYN POVGiovanni and I sat on the couch in the principal's office, on his table it was the little statue of moon goddess and a pile of files on top of each other on his table and on his shelf. The man had just come in from outside, still looking slightly disoriented. When he noticed Giovanni who was sitting down beside me, his eyes widened for a moment, but then he shrugged it off and took a seat across from us.The woman who had accused us was also there, sitting stiffly across from me. She shot me an angry look, her glare sharp enough to make me roll my eyes."We’ve received reports that your children have been causing a lot of trouble at this school..." The principal began,Before he could finish, the woman cut him off sharply. "Exactly! Her kids need to be expelled, or else this school will be stained with disgrace. It’ll be a shame if the school does nothing to protect the safety of the other students!"The middle-aged man who I assumed was the principal, smirked at her words.
EVELYN“Shut your mouth!” she hissed. “I don’t know what you’re trying to do, but stop making things worse for her. How can you be so cruel to an innocent little girl?”I scoffed, barely able to believe what I was hearing. A bitter smirk twisted my lips as I muttered under my breath, “Cruel, huh? That’s rich coming from you.”Just then, my phone rang. I glanced at the screen, it was John. I hissed under my breath, quickly rejecting the call before turning on “Do Not Disturb.”Why’s he bothering me now?"If you don’t accept," Giovanni began, "then, in case you’re unaware, we have another piece of proof, a certain proof, that you’re lying. And that your daughter here is the real bully." His sharp gaze locked onto her as he raised an eyebrow. "If you can’t even bring your child here in the presence of the principal, then how do you expect us to believe your so-called proof is authentic?" I blinked, my breath hitching as Giovanni’s words lingered in the mind. My mind raced. What proof?
EVELYN POV "Please," Aria whispered, her voice trembling as she sank to her knees, rubbing her hands together like her life depended on it. "I beg you, Evelyn. I know you're angry with me because of... because of my shameless act..." "Of course, I am," I shot at her as I leaned back in my chair, crossing my legs. "But honestly? You're the least of my problems. Just... get out of my sight."For a moment, her face crumpled, pulling her features into a frown. But then, as if grasping for one last thread of hope, she looked up at me with pleading eyes that seemed to scream for forgiveness. Still on her knees, she reached out suddenly, her hands wrapping around my ankle like a drowning person clutching at a lifeline. I stiffened, yanking my leg back as if her touch burned me."What you did? It will never be forgiven, not even if you roll on the floor begging." I rose from the chair, Giovanni standing beside me like a shadow. The look on her face when she realized who he was, pure shock
ALPHA JOHN “You know I’m planning to run for mayor this time, and you want to ruin my reputation?” His voice was sharp as I scoffed, refusing to give him the satisfaction of an answer.“Answer me, John. Answer me truthfully.” Her voice cracked, “What she said—” she paused, her eyes searching mine. “is it true? That disgusting woman… is she the one you’re cheating on her with?”I looked away, my silence seems to trigger them but I didn't care, I was want to collapse on the bed with Evelyn's picture placed on my chest.“Mum, can you see why he isn’t responding?” Her voice rose, trembling with anger and pain. “It’s because it’s the truth. He wants to abandon me for that filthy girl. How is that fair?” She glared at me, her voice breaking as tears threatened to fall.“So? What’s so bad about what I’m doing? What’s wrong with trying to fix my mistakes?” I said, keeping my voice calm as I looked right into their angry and disbelieving eyes.“How dare you!” my dad shouted, stumbling toward
ALPHA JOHNMy jaw tightened as I stared at the screen. I snapped my phone shut, tossing it onto the bed with a sigh. At least she accepted the flowers, that was something. But why on earth would she think Giovanni sent them? That fucking prick!Does he know she loves roses? How much more does he know about my Evelyn? The thought alone made my blood simmer. Giovanni. He was always there, always finding ways to get under my skin, and now he was invading this too. He just keeps pushing, keeps getting on my nerves. But then again, my mind drifted back to what I saw earlier today. Passing ThornField School, I had spotted Giovanni and Evelyn walking out of the school premises together. They weren’t alone, a woman trailed behind them, her posture stiff, her face painted with what looked like a rage and how I chest was moving as she breathes. Gosh. This is exactly the kind of thing I should be informed about, not Giovanni. The thought of him knowing more about Evelyn's life than I di
EVELYN POV"Has the spy been buried?" I asked Giovanni, with my voice laced with curiosity. "He has," Giovanni replied with a firm nod. "The autopsy was conducted, but..." He hesitated, his brows furrowed. "They found nothing, nothing at all, linking him to the creature that destroyed our pack member’s farmland. It’s... confusing, to say the least." Before I could respond, two cheerful voices rang out. "Bye, Mummy! Bye, Daddy Giovanni!" Harry and Harriet called, their little hands waving excitedly as they disappeared into the school hallway. Giovanni had decided to join me today to drop the twins off at school. As we walked them to the entrance, I noticed the stares, wide-eyed and filled with disbelief, from the other children. Their gazes darted between Giovanni, me, and my twins. Bunch of bullies. Do you all really think you can pick on my kids, and I’ll just stand by and do nothing? Little rats. "Have you checked your company's website? Any updates yet?" he asked, his
JOHN POV."Wow, Mr. Handsome, you’re even better looking in person!" Harriet exclaimed, her eyes sparkling as she leaned forward, resting her chin on her hand. A playful grin spread across her face, and she threw in a quick wink . "Harry’s been telling me all about you, but I have to say, you’re way cuter in real life."I sighed inwardly. Gosh, these kids."Marry me, Mr. Handsome," she added, clasping her hands together as if pleading. The corner of my lips twitched, and a small smile broke my lips.We were at Costco Restaurant, where I had managed to reserve a cozy table for four in the VIP section immediately I got the messy coming from Harry. As I looked at Harry and Harriet, I couldn’t help but grin. The joy of the moment seemed to wrap around me like a warm blanket."This is risky, Alpha John. I really don’t want to do this. If Ms. Evelyn catches me, I’m done for," Bea muttered nervously, her voice barely above a whisper. I scooped a small portion of the lemon soup and brought
EVELYNMy heart stuttered, my breath hitching as an icy grip tightened around my chest. My fists clenched at my sides, nails biting into my palms as I dragged in a shaky breath, deliberately avoiding his piercing gaze. “What the heck are you talking about? You should leave, John. It’s obvious she doesn’t want you here,” Reuben bellowed looking at him like he wants to throw a fist at his face. “I’m waiting for my answer, Evelyn,” John interrupted with a firm voice. His eyes never left me.“I… I don’t know what you’re talking about,” I stammered, my voice barely above a whisper. My throat tightened as tears threatened to spill, but I swallowed hard, determined not to break down in front of him. “Wait.” Reuben tilted his head, his voice dripping with disbelief as he turned to John. “Are you trying to say that Harry and Harriet are your kids?” John let out a heavy sigh. “This,” he said, raising the paper in his hand. "is the evidence to prove they are my biological children. Evelyn
EVELYNI scoffed. If it wasn’t Giovanni, then… who? I stood in front of the mirror, adjusting the red skirt and suit I had put on. The sharp lines of the outfit hugged me perfectly, making me look confident. I pulled my hair back into a neat ponytail, with the strands falling neatly into place, and finished with a bold layer of red lipstick. My jewelry—earrings, bracelets, and a necklace shone softly under the light. Polished. Composed. Exactly how I needed to look."Have you forgotten that you were injured last night? You must’ve gotten the scents mixed up," I said to Vivi as I grabbed my black bag from the table."I guess so," she murmured in my mind.I brushing off the nagging thought as I stepped out of my room. My heels clicked against the floor as I walked swiftly down the hallway, but my mind drifted to Harry. Without thinking, my pace quickened. When I reached his door, I turned the knob and pushed it open without hesitation. There he was, already awake, sitting comfortably
Her words sent a chill through me, but I kept my face neutral, not wanting to worry her more. Inside, though, my heart was racing.But I can't help but wonder, why didn’t Bea say anything to me? Was she planning to tell me later, or... did she not notice it because she was shifting then? My chest tightens as I wrestle with these thoughts. Gosh, this is driving me crazy. My eyes flick over to John, who’s sitting across from me. I notice him tilting his head slightly, his brow furrowed in that way he does when he’s deep in thought. It’s like I can almost see the gears turning in his mind, each click making me more anxious. He breaks the silence with a calm voice "That’s called imbalance shifting." I blink, trying to process his words, but before I can respond, Harriet adds, "Mummy said the same thing. She also said he’s a special wolf." I notice John's eyes widen. My own hand trembles slightly as I reach for the spoon, bringing it up to my mouth. But as I lift it, I realize i
EVELYN My fists clenched as soon as I saw John standing at my front door, acting too relaxed, like he owned the place.Without thinking, I walked toward him, ready to push him out of my space. But then I noticed Giovanni standing in the hallway. His jaw was tight, his eyes reddened, like someone had stopped him from coming inside."Evelyn," Gio said with a calm voice as his eyes darted towards me coming outside.John turned at the sound, giving me a smug smile that made my blood boil."Get out of my house," I snapped, my voice sharp. "If you don’t leave now, I’ll call the guards to throw you out. You have no right to be here. How dare you think of stepping foot into his house?"John didn’t move, though his smile faded a bit. I barely looked at him before turning to Gio. My voice softened just a little. "Let’s go inside," I said, turning my back towards the door."It's okay," Gio said softly, his voice gentle as he stepped back. "I just wanted to check if you and the kids are doing fi
"Who are you, and what the heck are you doing here?" Giovanni demanded with his voice sounding breathless.He lay sprawled on the ground, panting heavily, his body fully shifted back into human form. His gaze locked onto Evelyn, draped naked across a man's lap. Sand and streaks of blood clung to their skin. Giovanni blinked rapidly, his vision sharpening and when he finally saw the man's face, his stomach twisted. It was John. His expression darkened instantly, his brows knitting into a deep frown.John’s arms tightened protectively around Evelyn as he crouched behind the cover of a tree, his eyes darting toward the woods. He was trying to shield her, making sure he was alert, watching for the wolves still prowling nearby. The growls and snapping claws echoed in the distance. Giovanni dragged himself closer, his jaw clenched as his eyes bore into John. "Get your hands off her," he growled with a low voice.John’s head snapped towards Giovanni, his face hardening. "She's hurt," he sna
EVELYN POVA strange heat spread under my skin, blurring my vision. My fingers trembled as sharp claws started to push through, scraping against my nails. Panic squeezed at my chest.“No, no…” I whispered, my voice shaking. “It can’t be Moon Goddess Day. Not today.”I stumbled, my legs giving way as I fought against the shift. The dining room seemed miles away, each step a battle against the wolf trying to take control. My wolf, Vivi, growled inside me, her presence growing stronger.“Ahh!” I cried out, clutching my sides, desperate to hold her back. My breath came in ragged gasps. “Vivi, please! Not now!”Her pull was raging inside of me, no matter how hard I tried it wasn't going to work and I need to save my kids and atleast lock them inside the room. I collapsed to my knees, nails scraping the floor as my claws fully emerged. My body trembled violently, caught in the struggle between human and wolf.This was the cruel reality of Moon Goddess Day. For most Alphas, it was a brief sh
“Mummy, what are you making for dinner?” Harriet asked, bouncing on her legs. Her eyes sparkled with curiosity as she watched her mother stir the pot on the stove.“Mashed rice and vegetables,” Evelyn replied with a warm smile, gently ruffling Harriet’s hair.“Can I help?” Harriet's small voice chimed.Evelyn shook her head, her hands still busy. “No, sweetheart. Go watch a movie with your brother, Harry. I’ll call you when it’s ready, okay?”Harriet frowned but didn’t argue. Instead, she turned and padded over to the cabinet. Climbing onto a tall stool, she reached for a knife to cut some leaves. “Harriet, wait!” Evelyn’s voice rang out, gently, stopping her in her tracks. “Come on, you’ll hurt yourself; it’s sharp!” Evelyn warned, glancing at the knife in her daughter’s hands.“Is it so wrong for me to help you in the kitchen, Mum?” Harriet asked, her eyes wide with surprise.Evelyn shook her head, taken aback by the question. She quickly took the knife and placed it on the high s
DIANE POV "What?" I gasped, my voice trembling as the word escaped me. My knees buckled, and I clung to the edge of the table to keep myself upright so that I won't fall. A cold, sharp ache pierced my chest, leaving me breathless. The phone slipped from my hand, tumbling toward the floor. Before it hit the ground, Aria snatched it up."They're his biological kids!" I blurted as I scoffed in disbelief.I froze, my eyes fixed on the DNA report spread out on the table. My stomach twisted in knots, and tears burned at the edges of my eyes. The lines of text blurred, but I couldn’t look away. My hands shook as I fumbled to call the doctor who had performed the test. I needed to hear it from him. I needed to know if what I was seeing was real. "Jeez, Diane, I told you these are legit! But no, you'd rather call the doctor to confirm," Aria voiced as she stepped closer and reached out to me, trying to grab my hand. "Look, let's just leave the hospital. Staying here doesn’t make any sense.
JOHN POV."Wow, Mr. Handsome, you’re even better looking in person!" Harriet exclaimed, her eyes sparkling as she leaned forward, resting her chin on her hand. A playful grin spread across her face, and she threw in a quick wink . "Harry’s been telling me all about you, but I have to say, you’re way cuter in real life."I sighed inwardly. Gosh, these kids."Marry me, Mr. Handsome," she added, clasping her hands together as if pleading. The corner of my lips twitched, and a small smile broke my lips.We were at Costco Restaurant, where I had managed to reserve a cozy table for four in the VIP section immediately I got the messy coming from Harry. As I looked at Harry and Harriet, I couldn’t help but grin. The joy of the moment seemed to wrap around me like a warm blanket."This is risky, Alpha John. I really don’t want to do this. If Ms. Evelyn catches me, I’m done for," Bea muttered nervously, her voice barely above a whisper. I scooped a small portion of the lemon soup and brought