Joan's POVI should have known Racheal was one of those people who love to dress up and doll up for some dumb event. If Ms Anna had not forced me into attending the ceremony,I would be glad to disappoint Rachel."What about this? What do you think?" Rachel asked as she showed me another dress from her wardrobe.She had decided to keep the appointment at her room and I was shocked to find out she lived alone with her brother.Or at least,so I thought.I really never asked if she lived alone."I sincerely do not care what I wear to the ceremony." /Why don't you go to the ceremony looking like a beggar then? I'm sure it would look amazing/Maya said in annoyance.Thanks a lot for being a pain in the ass smile even though I never asked for your opinion to begin with!I wasn't exactly in the best mood to party. I was going to spend the evening in bed, catching as much sleep as I can…"Come on! it's going to be fun! I told you that already. Don't you believe me?" Rachel said
Joan POV He wasn't so bad looking and he had this aurora around him that made me very uncomfortable. On a regular basis, the presence of an Alpha makes any sane person uncomfortable but what I felt as he walked by was fear not submission. Soon,he was out of sight and the party returned back to its full swing,like the Alpha had not just graced them with his presence.I believe I have had enough at the party and it's time I return back to the cottage.As much as Ms Anna tries to hide it, I could tell she was very ill. What if her illness got worse when I was away? I search rhe crowd for Racheal, hoping to let her know i was leaving to check up on Ms Anna.Just as I was about to give up, she came running towards me, grabbing my arm and we broke into a run.What is happening? I glanced over my shoulder and was even more confused when I saw no one following. "Wait!" I cried ,forcing her to syop after we were miles away from the party."Why are we running? What happen
Rex's POV "What do you mean you don't know where she is?" she snapped in annoyance Never have i seen my mother so upset or irritated in my life! I had successfully irritated her to the point that my very presence must have disgusted her."Your mate is nowhere to be found and you're telling ke, you don't know where she is?! " She adds, making sure to point out how ridiculous the whole situation seemed ."She ran away mother, she clearly doesn't want me " "I've met the young lady and I know she would have rejected you to your face if she wanted to" She went quiet suddenly and eues moved front the glass I held to her face in worry.Her health seemed to get worse by the passing day abd i was worried . I lost my father way back, I didn't want to lose my mother eurher.."Is this about Gwen?" She asked sharply "Mother…" "Did your mate run away because of Gwen? Answer me Rex!" She snapped The only one who dared to raise her voice on me was my mother, anyone who dare to
Joan's POV I searched everywhere for a medic but they all seem to have vanish into the thin air. Racheal wasn't home either and I couldn't ask her for help. I was starting to worry that I might not get a cure in time bit I remained calm, knowing that worrying would only cloud my judgement.The sun was starting to set when I asked an old lady where I could find a herbal store."You might have to go to the very edge of the market dear. An old man lives there, he'll get you all the herbs you need " "Thank you so much ma'am" i hurried to the direction she gave, arriv8ng just as he was abput to close the store."Good evening. Please I need something to make my aunt better…" "The store is closed" he groaned "Please! She has a fever and I'm worried it would get worse by morning" He sighed and returned back to the store where he picked up a few mixtures."One in the morning and another at night. She will be better by morning" "Thank ypu so much sir" "Ho home. Its dangerous to walk so
Joan's POV "They're still out there" Ms Anna said, staring out the window. It's been two days since the incident with Alpha Jerome and I was glad to see Ms Anna was getting better.I packed the last of my things, sad to say goodbye.Rachel has not been home since and I was starting to wonder if her mate had come to claim her forcefully. Her brother claimed he received a letter from her and according to the letter, she would not be returning anytime soon.I just hope she's okay.."I'm glad you're feeling better Ms Anna " I offered, strapping my bag of clothes on my back"What deal did you strike with the Alpha Joan? Why would he have guards watching you?" Ms Anna asked She looked genuinely worried but u couldn't bring myself to tell her what had really happened. It would only make her feel worse than she already did. "The Alpha wants me to be his maid and I asked to make sure you are well before I report to his palace Ms Anna. " That was about all I could tell
Joan's POV Why is this woman after my life? I barely even know her and yet she's nothing short of a witch scheming to hit me.For what?! I was starting to wonder if being the head maid often makes you narcissistic.I'm genuinely curious."I'll punish her myself" My eyes snapped to Alpha Jerome in shock, is he being serious right now? I clearly just walked out of paradise into hell itself and this is infcat the second time in a row..Am I cursed with bad luck?"Take her things and set them in one of the rooms on the second floor" he said, h8s eyes on me bit I could tell he was talking to Ms Whip (I don't know her name, might as well call her with an object that follows her everywhere she went)"Second floor Alpha? The nods have their quarters outside the mansion…" To my shock, he pulled out his sword, placing it around her neck and piercing her skin till blood spilled on the sword.My knees buckled underneath and my eyes wide open in horror…Is he going to kill
Joan's POV After Alpha Jerome dismissed me for a meeting, I made my way back into the main house, hoping to come across Ms Emma.I wasn't looking forward to meeting her again but she's with my clothes and she knows where my room was.Taking in the splendour of this mansion, I wondered if the maids around here see this place in its magnificence as I did.Of course not.Alpha Rex's mansion looked just as majestic ,even better than this but all I could think of was my horrible time there.I made my way up the stairs, avoiding any eye contacts. I could see the maids staring at me like I was some freak! Just great! So much for trying to be on a low profile! Of course rumors would spark because Ms Emma was ordered to take my bag to my room..I groaned as I realised what this would mean for me, I made an enemy for life! My time would certainly be miserable. Just fantastic, exactly what I need after escaping hell barely a month ago! Finally on the 2nd floor, I walked past
Joan's POVI stopped on my tracks, staring at the girl who had just asked the question."I was told to get the Alpha's food" I replied simply. I wasn't looking for any trouble and I wanted it to remain that way. "The Alpha's food she says" another girl said as though mimicking me I was trying my best not to roll mt eyes at her right now . What issues did she have with me? "His tray is over there" I made my way towards the direction pointed where a girl was holding the tray, mischief in her eyes.Just as i was about to take the huge tray from her, she drops it, earning laughter from everyone in the room.Maya kicked in and I caught the tray just seconds before it hits the ground.The room became silent as I walk out of the kitchen. The look of shock on their faces was amazing and rewarding.I wasn't some girl they could pull pranks at and for some weird reason,it felt like Maya had grown stronger over the course of one month./You're welcome dear/ Carrying the he
*Rex's POV*I stared at the other person who appeared to be a man. He noticed I was curious about who he was and finally spoke up. “you don't remember me do you” He asked. It didn't take too much of thinking to realize who he was. He was the one who attempted to kill me at the Bridge. “So this is the one that really owns the baby. He's quite pathetic for someone with a child ” I said to Gwen.Martin fumed up. “Who are you calling a pathetic person. Do you have a death wish?. Even if you don't, I am finally going to make sure I kill you properly This time” He said and brought out his gun Wich he aimed at me again. I sighed and shook my head in disappointment. “So you're going to take the cowardice way out again. You are really pathetic, no doubt about that” I said mockingly. Martin paused for a while pondering on what to say. Gwen noticed what was going on and tried to stop him. “What are you doing Martin. Shoot him now and end this finally ” She said. Martin took a deep breath and
*Beta Ryder's POV*I have gotten the answer I've been searching for. There was finally enough evidence I could use this to get Joan out of prison. “Why did you get your hands on such dirty deeds when you also had your own child” i asked Collins who didn't say anything in return. I sighed and brought out my phone to stop recording the conversation. “What is your own aim trying to help your old lover. You must be after something too” Collins suddenly asked. I was shocked to see he knows about I and Joan too. He must know me from somewhere.He smirked when he saw the look on my face. “ You're shocked I know about that. You must not really remember who I am..” he said and chuckled. I could now remember who he was. Gwen and I had visited him long ago when we were still working together. “I don't care what you have to say now. I finally have what I've been searching for. There's nothing else to worry about anymore” I said and turned to leave. Collins quickly stopped me. “Where is my da
*Gwen's POV*I had returned back home from the inn and was heading to my room to grab a few things. Everything seemed to be finally over now and Everyone that could get in my way was out of the picture. Rex's mother won't pose a threath anymore as she'll only shed endless tears on her son's death. I reached my doorstep to see the door was slightly left open. “Huh, did I forget to shut this before leaving..” I thought to myself. I ignored it and pushed the door open. The sight I saw next made move back in shock. Rex was standing and holding something that I hadn't identified yet. “what is. Going on, am I seeing a ghost or just hallucinating?” I asked myself. Rex turned to me and I could see despise on his face. It was now I realized what he was holding. He had unfortunately found the File which had the real DNA test results. “Rex..are you okay” I asked softly. He turned to me and still wasn't saying anything. My whole body was quivering in fear as he moved closer to me. He threw t
*Gwen's POV*I was in a inn with my secret lover, Martin. after taking an excuse that I had some things to sought out, I had left my bay with Rex's mother. We had fun and was relaxing on the bed. “will things go on like this forever. You And I deserve to be with each other officially ” Martin stated. I rose up and stared at him. I asked him what he means. “Rex Is clearly in our way. We need to get rid of him first and then I can claim my rightful place by your side” He stated. He was right, Rex wasn't even the real father of our baby and if I let things stay like that forever, he might find out someday. But I was scared. After everything I've done. I am scared to harm another person. “I don't know if it's a good idea. He isn't one to go down easily. I've heard of how he defeated Alpha Jerome with ease. He's too strong to defy” I stated. “Do not worry about that. I will personally take care of Rex myself. With your approval ” Martin stated. I saw it as a good opportunity to finall
*Eleanor's POV*Beta Ryder had suddenly showed up again but this time, He came with a child. It was a little girl and it made no sense she was here with him. He seemed pretty determined to find an evidence but now, he's with a child. I turned to the little girl to ask who she was. “ I'm Nia, This Mister abducted me..Those are the answers to the questions you wanted to ask aren't they?” She asked. I Petrified by her boldness and the fact she said she was abducted scared me more.“Why did you abduct a girl and decided to bring her here. Do you want to get me in more troubles again!?” I yelled angrily. Ryder was scared to see me angry. He tried calming me down saying everything was going to be okay. “I went to the address you gave me and it turns out The person that sold the cake to Gwen is her father. Left with no choice, I had to abduct her. He has agreed to meet and I'll return the girl once we get what we're searching for” He said. I Finally calmed down. A way to avenge my friend
*Collins's POV*My heart almost flew out through my mouth when I heard my little girl's voice on the phone. It dawned on me when I realized that she had been abducted. “What I this, what do you think you're doing. Why did you abduct my daughter you Psychopath!” i Yelled angrily. “You left me with no choice Collins. We'll meet and you'll tell me everything I want to know or else..you know what will happen. And do not bother trying to contact the police, you'll regret doing so” The man stated. I was so frustrated with the way he was been so commanding. “ I'll give you Two hours to return my daughter. If you don't, I'll unleash hell on your feeble soul” I yelled angrily. He had already ended the call and I was just talking to myself the whole time. I threw the phone away angrily. “What does he want. Who in the world is this lowlife daring to disturb my peace!” I said angrily. “was he here to find out something about one of the people I've once worked for!?” I asked myself. It was the
*Beta Ryder's POV*I left back for my inn. The paper given to me by the maid had the name of a shop written on it. I wasn't sure it would be easy finding the shop but was sure I will after asking around. The shop was located a little far from the main town. I set out the next morning to find the shop. After driving to the address on the paper, I Reached there and the shop was no longer there. I already expected that too. That was why I knew this was going to be hardInstead of a cake shop, there was a different type of shop now. It was now a pawn shop. I decided to walk into the shop and ask the owner some few questions. Entering the shop, the first room was empty but there was another door. I walked to it and knocked. Footsteps approached the door and it finally swung open. “Come in. a man, that looked much older than me said ” I took a deep breath and walked in.He offered me a seat and I sat down. “So, how much are you loaning ” He asked as he brought out some papers for me to fi
Over 9 months had passed and Beta Ryder was still yet to find a way to get Joan out. He visited her frequently to make her feel reassured. *Beta Ryder's POV*It's been so long since I infiltrated Rex's house. I was never able to meet the maid again. She told me there was a way to find a tangible evidence but I couldn't get it from her before the guards drove me away. The security at his house was thightened after that time and it was almost impossible to get In. But still, I found my way In without been noticed. I came in as a delivery man and thankfully, they fell for it. I searched around for the maid but no one realized who I was talking about. After a long search, I asked one of the staffs about the night the house was infiltrated by a man and she told me the maid was fired that same night. For months, I have been waiting for a Moment to meet someone who wasn't where I thought they were!. I asked if she knows her whereabouts but she told me she doesn't know much anymore. I wa
A week later. Joan was taking to court where she was to be judged. The whole pack was present so as many other people from the town.The evidences were provided and the judge gave his judgement. Joan was sentenced to twenty years imprisonment. The evidence provided is enough to proof she really did it and Joan could not provide anything to prove her innocence.Joan was taking away and locked behind bars. Gwen was so happy this finally happened. She could now claim her place in Rex's heart without having anyone ruin her sweet life. *Beta Ryder's POV*I had arrived in the town days ago to find Joan, my ex lover after my wife and I got divorced. My motive intially was to get married to her so I can become the new Alpha and take the pack from Joan's cousin. It all didn't look too good when I arrived and met Everything in a turmoil. Joan had been accused of murdering someone and was sentenced to twenty years imprisonment. I had to get her out of at all cost.Days after she got locked up,