Joan's POV I sat there, holding his towel and my back to the bathroom as the sound of sponge scratching hard against skin filled my ears.It was hard to ignore what I had just seen and to have witnessed something do gore and disgusting….I was set to lose my mind, certainly,my sleep as well.My eyes got a glimpse of the bloody clothes in the corner, staining the floor I had spent so much time cleaning."Towel" I handed him his towel, my back still in the bathroom. Alpha Jerome was out of the bathroom soon, looking clean and …..dare I say, innocent."That was a boar's blood" je muttered, walking towards his closet with the towel wrapped around his waist.I turned my back to him , giving him the privacy he deserved. I might be his personal maid but that doesn't give me the right to stare at his body like some fucking pervert."I went hunting in the woods with my beta and to my shock, my arrow was blunt. " He chuckled in amusement " The boar didn't take that well and jumped a
Joan's POV I stared down at the white cloth belt I had tied around my waist, over my shapeless gown.Something kicked in my head, anger maybe, when I realised what made the Alpha stare at me that way last night.I was not only angry but irritated by his actions! Staring at me like some pervert.Despite my hatred for Alpha Rex and his father,I would rather have Rex staring at me that way rather than Alpha Jerome.How could he…My thoughts were cut short when I felt someone tug at my hair from behind, pulling me to the ground. Who…I glared up at her, swearing to curse her out if it was Ms Emma. I would rather have anyone do anything but getting handsy with my hair is certainly out of the question!To my shock, it wasn't Ms Emma but a lady cladded in the most expensive attire that hugged her curves. She was both elegant and graceful and her skin shone, spotless and beautiful to behold.A woman built to pleasure a man both physically in appearance and…the other areas I
Joan's POV A knock on the door made me drop my mother's anklet. The Alpha is not supposed to be back by this time or did the meeting end earlier than planned? I heard the council had called for Alpha Jerome from one of the maids and they feared that would spell doom for the Alpha.I wasn't sure what the real problem was but I could tell it wasn't anything good.I arranged the jewellery back in place, picking one of my mothers crystal necklace in the the band of my waist belt as the knock persisted. I hurried towards the door, wiping the entrance clean before pulling the bolt away from the door."I'm really sorry Alpha, i wanted to get the bucket out of the way" i offered immediately he stepped in.He waves me off, obviously concerned about something else. I was glad he didn't hit my face or squeeze my neck in anger but I was more curious as to why he seemed so distant.I returned to my chores, making sure to avoid any more of him for the day.Finally done with the cleaning, I pic
Joan's POV Maybe I should have kept the 'beast' in check because now I was face to face with the Alpha and Lady Gina as well as my accuser Ms Emma, was standing right behind me ."My lord,this filthy maid has been not only disrespectful but last and insolent! I gave her chores and she has refused to do them! She called me names and even tried to hit me Alpha !" I shut my eyes, keeping my anger well bottled in and in check. Of course she would try to play victim and get the Alpha to punish me severely! My eyes lands on lady Gina, would me trying to seem innocent save me at this point.I flashed her a small smile and returned my gaze to the feet of the Alpha."Why is this any of my business Emma? Do I appear as someone who cares about such stupid matters?!" "Alpha, she's your personal maid. I wanted to ask your for your day on this before doing anything Alpha" The silence that followed was uncomfortable and I could feel the Alpha's gaze on me."Maid" "Yes Alpha
Alpha Jerome's POV To think she would think that her opinion mattered to me was nothing short of infuriating! No one dared to question or challenge my authority, not even Gina and I made that clear a dozen times! I heard a whimper from her, rewarded with a deadly glare that shuts her up.One glance around the room and I felt disgusted."Get out" I ordered.The very sight of her was disgusting and irritating. I wanted her out of sight and immediately too…"My father asked to see you" she said as she made her way out of my room, fully dressed moments later."Tell him I am not seeing anyone at the moment" "I believe this has to do with the recent attacks on the border" "What part of my words don't you understand?!" I yelled at her. She takes a few steps backwards but not fast enough before I took hold of a handful of black luscious hair."I am not meeting anyone now. " I repeated,breathing down her neck..Her eyes stared into mine, not a hint of fear was in there."
Exhaustion weighed heavily on me the next day, my body aching and bruises stinging even more than before. As the morning light spilled into my room, my weariness tried to pull me back into the embrace of my bed. But before I could find solace, Ms. Emma barged into my room, her face twisted with anger."Why are you still in bed, you lazy fool?" she screamed, her words like knives in my ears. Without warning, she grabbed a fistful of my hair and yanked me up, forcefully reminding me of my duties. "Get to work!" she spat, her grip tightening, and I stumbled out of the room, pain radiating through my scalp.Joining the other maids, I tried to blend in as we went about our cleaning tasks. But it seemed that none of them wanted to be associated with me. They avoided me, casting glances laced with judgement, as if my mere presence tainted their own reputation.Silently, I swept and cleaned, the monotonous routine a bittersweet distraction from the persistent ache in my body and the heavines
Alpha Rex's POV Restless and anxious, I sat in my study room, waiting for any news about Joan. She had left the pack, and I couldn't help but blame myself for letting her go. The realization that she was my mate hit me like a ton of bricks, and I felt a heavy weight of regret settle in my chest. How could I have treated her so poorly? The thought of it made me feel both horrible and disgusted with myself.Just as I was lost in my spiral of self-reflection, the door swung open, and Tyler, my loyal beta, entered the room. I looked up at him expectantly, hoping he had some information about Joan's whereabouts."Tyler, what have you found?" I asked eagerly, desperately wanting some glimmer of hope.His expression shifted, and I could tell by the look on his face that he hadn't found Joan yet. A pang of disappointment and worry shot through me. "Please tell me you have some leads," I pleaded, my voice filled with hope and desperation.Tyler sighed and shook his head. "I
Joan's POV I continued with my daily routine, sweeping and cleaning alongside the other maids. The bruises on my skin were still as horrible as before, causing a constant ache. I couldn't help but wonder if the ointment Lady Gina had given me was making them better or worse. The pain persisted, but I held on to the hope that it would eventually fade away.As I worked, my mind drifted to the cruel and wicked nature of life. It felt like the world had dealt me nothing but hardship. I questioned why I had been subjected to such suffering and what I had done to deserve it. But alas, there were no answers, only the harsh reality I had come to accept.In the midst of my thoughts, a guard approached, breaking my train of thinking. My heart raced with fear as he directed me to come with him. I couldn't imagine what the Alpha would want with me. "W-Why should I go with you?" I stammered, my voice trembling, hoping for some explanation.The guard's expression seemed stern as
*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,