That night, a few hours after she left my workspace in tears, Tabitha returned home with all her stuff.I shouldn't have been so harsh on her just to wake her up from losing control.I honestly felt scared if she kept teasing me like that.I should have gently reminded Tabitha that she had to find her mate. The Moon Goddess would surely give her a clue if she prayed sincerely.Damn. I ruffled my hair.This was all my fault. I was the one who created the illicit relationship, but what have I done to her? I dumped her as if she was my disgusting sin.Tabitha is my cousin. She is my family. What I did last night and our past relationship have damaged our bond.I regret it. I didn’t think I would ever be able to get rid of the regret.‘Forget about her, Andrew,’ my wolf said. ‘Let her go as long as she still loves you. She is dangerous to you.’‘She is not dangerous, Joel.’ I disagreed with my wolf. ‘As long as I am not tempted by her again, we will not go back to the way we were.’‘That
Auretta’s POV “Do you see the snow on that tree?” I stood in front of the window with Alaric in my arms. My index finger pointed at the tall tree in the front yard of the warrior camp, which was next to this mansion. “Winter has arrived. Do you like seeing snow?” Alaric stared at me without blinking. "The winter temperature in the River Pack Clan is not too cold compared to the Mountain Pack Clan and the Sea Pack Clan. The coldest is the Sea Pack Clan because they are surrounded by the sea, which blows strong cold winds." I explained to Alaric passionately, as if I were a teacher, hoping my students would understand my lesson. Alaric responded with a wide smile that made his eyes narrow. Oh, Moon Goddess, Alaric’s smile was not good for my heart health. My son is so handsome. I was so glad that Alaric could smile, unlike his father. I hoped he didn’t change. “When it’s winter, you have to wear winter clothes.” I touched Alaric’s nose. He was surprised and blinked his eyes. Hi
‘How are they mentally now?’ I asked Beta Caleb. Of course, we were talking through the mind link.Luckily, my mind was still connected to Beta Caleb, Gamma Gabriel, Delta Vanessa, and the chief warrior because they did not agree to have Alpha Andrew become their temporary Alpha.I had not communicated with the chief warrior, and he did not even know I was alive. It was not because I did not trust him. I was just waiting for the right time. Let Beta Caleb be my mouthpiece.‘They are much better, Alpha,’ Beta Caleb replied. ‘The warriors who went to the battlefield against the Mountain Snow Pack have been practicing today. ’‘I am glad to hear that.' I was relieved that the warriors had not lost their spirit to defend our territory from the enemy.‘The warriors of the River Oval Pack are lousy. They can’t stand outside for more than two hours. Some even have the flu.’ Beta Caleb said in a surprised tone.‘Are you laughing at them?’‘You know me, Alpha.’ I bet Beta Caleb blushed.'It's
Andrew’s POV‘Those guys must think you’re weak,’ my wolf said. ‘They shot your shoulders with poison bullets and arrows carrying a piece of warning paper more than a month ago, and the four floors of your company building that burned down more than two weeks ago.’‘I know.’ I would have been on a rampage since yesterday if I couldn’t control my emotions. ‘I have to admit that they’re very good at hiding themselves. Plus, our pack has a large territory.’I left the search for the perpetrators to the warriors from the elite and spy teams because they knew better how to find them. I didn't want to interfere, which would only trouble them.I gave my full trust to them and revealed some suspicious names, most likely one of them being the mastermind behind the misfortune I experienced.However, based on the warning paper I received and my rogue assassin subordinate, who was also hit by a poison bullet, we narrowed it down to one name.I discussed the suspected perpetrators with my subordin
“Alaric.”My feet stepped into the playroom while calling Alaric, kicking the toys above him and holding a rattle with his hand.Alaric turned to me, smiling widely, eyes sparkling, and his legs moving faster as if pedaling a bicycle.I was stunned, and my heart felt like it was being pinched. Alaric was so happy to welcome me, who could only be with him for a few minutes. Rebecca said that Alaric recognized me as his father.When Alaric was under a month old, I couldn't hold him for more than ten minutes because he would cry. Now I know why Alaric used to be like that; I often pinched his cheeks and nose. It was still fresh in my memory how upset my late ex-mate was.I didn't pinch Alaric's cheeks and nose anymore. Alaric needed my hugs and caring gaze to remind him that he had me and I would never leave him.“Hey, how are you, my handsome son?” I poked Alaric’s cheek and looked him straight in the eye. “You haven’t slept because you knew I was coming? Are you a psychic?”Alaric babb
Auretta’s POV"Let's wait for your dad. His wolf is done fighting the enemy," I told my son after I breastfed him.The mating mark on my neck only throbbed three times. I never worried when Andrew fought the enemy because he wouldn’t let anyone win against him.“The sun is going down.” I stood on the terrace, hugging my son tighter as the cold air bit into my skin.My eyes stared at the orange sky in amazement, and I could see the moon, which was still too shy to show itself.The street lights turned on simultaneously to welcome the night. My son's eyes widened as the terrace light, turned on by the omega, shone on us."You can't see far now, but don't worry, you'll be able to soon," I said to my son, who looked at me intensely as if he understood what I said.I kissed my son's cheek. I pouted, not getting his smile.“You have a cold face like your dad. You must learn to express your face and smile.” I advised my 10-day-old son.I smelled Andrew’s intoxicating scent, a broad smile spr
‘He’s crazy!’ My wolf growled.“Don’t pretend, Auretta.” Andrew stared at me even more sharply as if his gaze could bore a hole through my head.“I know what you’ve been doing with your warrior!” Andrew raised his voice as his chest heaved with emotion.“Why are you accusing me of betraying you?” I asked in confusion. I didn’t understand why he suddenly said such a ridiculous thing.“I have proof.” His voice was as cold as his gaze.“I swear to the Moon Goddess, I did not betray you.”“Don’t lie!” Andrew growled.Trembling, I put my hand on my chest, trying to gain his trust. “Ask my wolf. She wouldn’t lie.”I struggled to stand on my shaking legs as I hugged Alaric tightly. I swallowed hard several times.Andrew was terrifying. I summoned Beta Duncan via mind link to protect me from Andrew, who could go on a rampage anytime.“Your wolf could have covered up your lie.” Andrew hissed sharply.“I know I’m rarely home. My wolf is often busy training and attacking enemies.” I could see a
I pinched my hands and cheeks until they were red.I wasn't dreaming. What happened to me that morning was real.The pain was worse than when I first switched bodies with my wolf.My heart was as broken as when I saw my parents lying stiff in coffins and buried.I was so weak, as if I had no bones until I had to lean my body against the wall.I covered my mouth tightly with my hand to prevent my sobbing from waking Alaric, who was taking a nap.‘When you caught him kissing Tabitha, and you found out that they had a special relationship all this time, we forgave him and gave him a chance to prove to us that he would forget his love for Tabitha and love you, but what is he doing to us now?’My wolf emotions flared up, making my body hot and challenging to control.I did not want my wolf to take over my body and harm Andrew or Warrior Johan.I needed to maintain a good relationship with Andrew because we had a son. Andrew might have forbidden me from meeting my son simply because he was
“Alaric.”My feet stepped into the playroom while calling Alaric, kicking the toys above him and holding a rattle with his hand.Alaric turned to me, smiling widely, eyes sparkling, and his legs moving faster as if pedaling a bicycle.I was stunned, and my heart felt like it was being pinched. Alaric was so happy to welcome me, who could only be with him for a few minutes. Rebecca said that Alaric recognized me as his father.When Alaric was under a month old, I couldn't hold him for more than ten minutes because he would cry. Now I know why Alaric used to be like that; I often pinched his cheeks and nose. It was still fresh in my memory how upset my late ex-mate was.I didn't pinch Alaric's cheeks and nose anymore. Alaric needed my hugs and caring gaze to remind him that he had me and I would never leave him.“Hey, how are you, my handsome son?” I poked Alaric’s cheek and looked him straight in the eye. “You haven’t slept because you knew I was coming? Are you a psychic?”Alaric babb
Andrew’s POV‘Those guys must think you’re weak,’ my wolf said. ‘They shot your shoulders with poison bullets and arrows carrying a piece of warning paper more than a month ago, and the four floors of your company building that burned down more than two weeks ago.’‘I know.’ I would have been on a rampage since yesterday if I couldn’t control my emotions. ‘I have to admit that they’re very good at hiding themselves. Plus, our pack has a large territory.’I left the search for the perpetrators to the warriors from the elite and spy teams because they knew better how to find them. I didn't want to interfere, which would only trouble them.I gave my full trust to them and revealed some suspicious names, most likely one of them being the mastermind behind the misfortune I experienced.However, based on the warning paper I received and my rogue assassin subordinate, who was also hit by a poison bullet, we narrowed it down to one name.I discussed the suspected perpetrators with my subordin
‘How are they mentally now?’ I asked Beta Caleb. Of course, we were talking through the mind link.Luckily, my mind was still connected to Beta Caleb, Gamma Gabriel, Delta Vanessa, and the chief warrior because they did not agree to have Alpha Andrew become their temporary Alpha.I had not communicated with the chief warrior, and he did not even know I was alive. It was not because I did not trust him. I was just waiting for the right time. Let Beta Caleb be my mouthpiece.‘They are much better, Alpha,’ Beta Caleb replied. ‘The warriors who went to the battlefield against the Mountain Snow Pack have been practicing today. ’‘I am glad to hear that.' I was relieved that the warriors had not lost their spirit to defend our territory from the enemy.‘The warriors of the River Oval Pack are lousy. They can’t stand outside for more than two hours. Some even have the flu.’ Beta Caleb said in a surprised tone.‘Are you laughing at them?’‘You know me, Alpha.’ I bet Beta Caleb blushed.'It's
Auretta’s POV “Do you see the snow on that tree?” I stood in front of the window with Alaric in my arms. My index finger pointed at the tall tree in the front yard of the warrior camp, which was next to this mansion. “Winter has arrived. Do you like seeing snow?” Alaric stared at me without blinking. "The winter temperature in the River Pack Clan is not too cold compared to the Mountain Pack Clan and the Sea Pack Clan. The coldest is the Sea Pack Clan because they are surrounded by the sea, which blows strong cold winds." I explained to Alaric passionately, as if I were a teacher, hoping my students would understand my lesson. Alaric responded with a wide smile that made his eyes narrow. Oh, Moon Goddess, Alaric’s smile was not good for my heart health. My son is so handsome. I was so glad that Alaric could smile, unlike his father. I hoped he didn’t change. “When it’s winter, you have to wear winter clothes.” I touched Alaric’s nose. He was surprised and blinked his eyes. Hi
That night, a few hours after she left my workspace in tears, Tabitha returned home with all her stuff.I shouldn't have been so harsh on her just to wake her up from losing control.I honestly felt scared if she kept teasing me like that.I should have gently reminded Tabitha that she had to find her mate. The Moon Goddess would surely give her a clue if she prayed sincerely.Damn. I ruffled my hair.This was all my fault. I was the one who created the illicit relationship, but what have I done to her? I dumped her as if she was my disgusting sin.Tabitha is my cousin. She is my family. What I did last night and our past relationship have damaged our bond.I regret it. I didn’t think I would ever be able to get rid of the regret.‘Forget about her, Andrew,’ my wolf said. ‘Let her go as long as she still loves you. She is dangerous to you.’‘She is not dangerous, Joel.’ I disagreed with my wolf. ‘As long as I am not tempted by her again, we will not go back to the way we were.’‘That
Andrew’s POVThere was no progress in the case of my company building fire. We almost reached a dead end.The warriors from the investigation team struggled for three days to find the cause of the fire and clues to the perpetrator.The initial suspicion is that an electrical short circuit caused the fire. The fire quickly spread to the fourth floor due to the fire alarm and the fire sprinkler not working.Dozens of surveillance cameras did not record anything in the hours before and during the fire, and the security guards fainted after smelling the sleeping gas.Even the perpetrators also hacked the surveillance cameras around this building. They were so hard-working that we couldn’t detect them.We were sure that the perpetrators were more than two people. They consist of several people who have different roles, and they successfully complete their tasks.Damn it. They must be laughing at us, who are having a headache solving this fire case and waiting for us to catch them. I won't
My lips smiled as I saw Alaric sleeping in the crib. Now, he didn't want to sleep if I swaddled him, but strangely, he likes a pacifier. The blue pacifier fell out of his mouth when he slept."What are you dreaming about?" I unconsciously stroked Alaric's cheek when I saw him smile. I immediately pulled my hand away. My heart was beating painfully fast.I quickly sat on the floor in front of Alaric's clothes basket.How pathetic I was. I shouldn't be afraid to stroke Alaric's cheek or hair and kiss him.The urge to pull out the surveillance camera was deeply rooted in my chest.Okay. You have to calm down, Auretta. This will all be over soon. I reminded myself not to give up.‘Alpha Auretta.’The deep voice that I hadn’t heard for a week echoed in my head. I gasped in surprise until my body was pushed back and my back almost hit the floor.‘Alpha Yon!’‘Whoa, whoa, how enthusiastic you are.’I smiled and blushed. He didn’t know that I had been waiting for him to contact me through the
Auretta’s POVI had a new routine almost every day for a week.I sat in the park or forest for an hour or two, but I was not alone, Alaric and Beta Lyra were with me.It was not my intention, it was Alpha Andrew’s idea.I forgot that babies need to be introduced to nature making me feel like a failure as a mother to Alaric.I was too focused on my revenge plan, keeping my identity from being revealed, and opening my ears wide to listen to the conversations of the people around me in hopes of getting useful information for me or the rogue assassins.I didn’t know where Alpha Andrew learned about babies needing to know their surroundings. He never attended prenatal classes, even though I tried my best to persuade him.I should have been suspicious of him from the start. He was a man who couldn’t possibly play his role as a father. He preferred to be busy with his work and the war.Okay. Stop it. I shouldn’t be thinking about that bastard.“Future Alpha.” I held Alaric who had just drunk
Andrew’s POV It was a great day for me and my wolf. Alpha Delrico and Alpha King Raziel combined their strength. They wanted to feel what Alpha Romeo and I and our wolves felt. My wolf enjoyed the fight that lasted for more than two hours even though his body was battered and I was almost out of energy to help his body regenerate quickly. My wolf preferred fighting two wolves rather than joining Alpha Romeo’s wolf to fight an Alpha werewolf or an Alpha rogue. Oh, I forgot. It had been a long time since we attacked rogues. Usually, Alfa Romeo was very enthusiastic about inviting me to mess up the rogues' residence. I wonder if his mate is really a rogue? “Stop attacking your enemies, Alpha Andrew.” Alpha Delrico stood in front of me, blocking the sunlight that was shining on me. I sat under a tree in the forest where we fought a few minutes ago. I had switched bodies with my wolf, and a quarter of the warriors were waiting for me to return to the pack with them. It had