Marcel’s P.O.VDressed in a perfectly tailored black tuxedo, Elodie stood next to me, darting her eyes to me as her eyes brightened and I returned her smile. “Shall we?” I watched as she bobbed her hand, slipping her hand into the crook of my arm, and she smiled placidly. “Yes, let us do this” Hands in hands, we approached the grand doors that opened as soon as we got to it. As soon as we stepped foot in the magnificent hall where the fundraising event would be taking place, silence enveloped the entire room and the only sound that followed was the applause that rocked through the entire area as everyone got on their feet—Everyone except for that hazel-eyed bastard who stared at me with contempt. Darius. He rolled his eyes before he turned and fixed his gaze on the podium and that was when I noticed that the members of the councils sat at the table reserved for Darius. They all had that glint of hatred in their eyes— The same one they had for my father when they all joined hands
Darius Smoky tendrils stubbed in the air as I stashed the cigarette into the ashtray, fixing my gaze on the morning news anchor. The sound of the door-knob being twisted filled my ears and the gentle knock from Ezra for me to open the door echoed through the entire room. It has been two weeks since that chaotic fund-raising event and since then, my life has spiraled from bad to worse. The council members were disappointed in me and Sophia left the pack. Even though those who were around me didn’t voice their opinions, I could see the glint of doubt in their eyes. The Council members were still discussing what to do with me. However, amidst all the commotion going on in my life, I knew that my position was at stake. I lost my family, I hadn’t seen my daughter for months and now, I was on the brink of losing my position as the Alpha to Ezra. I lit up another cigarette, a thought creeping through the back of my mind. “There is someone in this pack that is relaying secret informatio
Elodie’s P.O.V“Yeah, Susan’s dad” Claudia’s words caused my heart to slam against my ribcage. “What was his name again? Ummmm…….Robert Martinez” She snapped and at that moment, my heart froze and time slowed down. My hands fell helplessly by my side as her words echoed through my mind and my heart that froze shattered into innumerable pieces. That was my father’s name. Does that make Susan and I half-sisters? What in the actual fuck was going on? Was this a prank or something? If it were a prank, then where were the cameras? All of a sudden, I burst into a peal of hysterical laughter, slipping the hair that fell on my face to the back. “This is funny. It seems more like Robert Martinez is a pretty common name and sometimes, people have look-alikes”She stared at me dead in the eye, leaning forward. “I am talking about the Chairman of the Martinez group of companies and I don’t know what you are talking about— ” She paused, pointing to his picture. “— but this despicable man is S
Elodie’s P.O.VMiles away from the resort, Marcel’s villa stood in the heart of the island as the tropical scent of hibiscus and plumeria filled the air. We had just stepped off the helicopter because as soon as we landed here, Marcel was excited to give me a quick aerial tour of the island. While he reprimanded Alvaro over some mistakes, I swiveled my gaze around the surroundings. It was evening. The golden lights that emanated from the house were cast onto the ground and the huge villa was surrounded by coconut trees. Potted plants were arranged around the terrace, their vibrant colors adding to the ambiance. Leaving Marcel behind, I wandered around the house, running my hands over the artworks but all of a sudden, my heart almost jumped out of my chest when a woman’s voice filled my ears. “Did I scare you?” She stepped forward, placing a lei necklace over my neck while handing me a coconut drink. “Who are you?”The old woman grinned. “Call me Khloe, I am the housekeeper and we
Elodie’s P.O.VHand in hand, Marcel and I strolled along the shoreline while I had my gaze fixed on the kids that surfed on the beach and it kind of reminded me of Sage. As the sand yielded beneath our bare feet, I said. “I find it weird that the same Sage who cried about wanting to come to Hawaii is the same boy who claims that he was glad that he didn’t come with us”Marcel laughed softly. “Trust Aunt Nadia to make him grateful that he didn’t come with us . Do you want to go surfing?”I turned to look at him, my eyes widening. “No, I am terrified of the waves. What if it crashes over me?”Marcel’s hands left mine, wrapping his arm around my shoulder. “It wouldn’t crash on you as long as I am there with you”I chuckled at his words. “You seem so confident that you feel like even the seas would obey you”He laughed. “I am Marcel, everyone and everything obeys me. The sea’s no exception”Later on, after we had strolled around the shoreline, Marcel took me by surprise when he lifted me
Marcel“You still haven't found Darius yet?” Ezra replied. “There is no single trace of him anywhere. Something isn't just right and the craziest thing is that Finn has been collecting information concerning the packs that you are in alliance with”I scoffed in disbelief. “Does this mean that Darius isn't dead?”Ezra sighed. “I honestly don't know but when I asked Finn, he claimed that Alpha Darius tasked him with digging information concerning the packs that you are in alliance with before the whole Liam attack thing happened”“Go on”“You know I said that he isolated himself for days... Alpha Darius is a pretty good artist and he had sketched rough images of you being in your pool of blood and him holding your decapitated head as a trophy. I also think that he had assigned that task to Finn to find a way to turn your allies against you”I clutched a glass of whiskey, the ice cubes clinking like tiny bells as I dropped it and leaned back in the chair. “Really?”“Yes,”“Send pictures
Elodie’s P.O.VMy fingers trailed the marking spot around the side of my neck, and all the memories from last night flashed through my mind. Everything that happened felt surreal, and I had to pinch myself numerous times in a bid to remind myself that this wasn’t a dream. From being mates to Marcel marking me…The emotions that crashed over me were too much, but since today was Marcel’s birthday, I would rather put the thoughts aside and focus on executing my birthday plans for Marcel to perfection. I had just left the birthday venue to check the decorations and to see if they would fit the black-tie theme that I had envisioned. Since everything was done to my taste, all that was left was picking my dress and another birthday gift for Marcel that I had just thought about in the dying minute. Switching on my phone, a smile appeared on my face upon receiving messages from Marcel constantly asking where I was. He also added that the triplets, his brother, and his aunt had surprised h
Darius’s P.O.V Sitting on a chair, I leaned forward, tucking the strands of hair that fell on her face behind her ear. My fingers trailed her face, gently blowing the speck of dust on her face, and just the fact that she was here fulfilled me. A wince escaped her lips and the reality hit me that it could be because of her hands that were tied behind her. I watched as her head swayed by the sides gently and when I was about to place a finger on her lips, I froze. Elodie drawled, her voice barely above a whisper. “Marcel!” That name! How I despised that horrible name of his. Anger surged through me, my fingers clenching tightly. The only relief came from the sketches I had drawn of Marcel. Imagining him in that tragic state brought nothing but serenity to my soul. My mind drifted back to the council members who had been trying to contact me. I hadn't left the pack out of fear of their decision. In truth, I was scared, which was why I left a suicide note, hoping to garner their s
Epilogue **After One Year** The setting sun cast a golden glow over the ethereal surroundings as the sound of waves crashing in the distance echoed through my ears. My heart pounded against my chest in anxiety despite the excitement that bubbled deep within me. The air hung heavy with anticipation and on exchanging fleeting glances with the triplets who keep taking pictures of me with their cameras, I shot a wink at them. Silas gesticulated before he mouthed. “Daddy, don't overdo the smile. Smile, like this” I did just as he had said while the guests laughed at the silent conversation between Silas and me. I gave Silas a thumbs-up while Silver gave a gentle applause that was almost inaudible. Sage on the other hand sat next to Aunt Nadia, Leah, and Axel who carried both Elysia and Daisy in his arms while Sage made funny faces to them. Staring at the scene before me, I fiddled with my fingers in anticipation, carefully waiting for my bride. “She is here” Someone murmu
Elodie’s P.O.VThe clouds darkened, thunder rumbling through the sky while I stood rooted to the same spot frozen. The rain first started like a gentle patter but in the next minute, the rain enveloped me totally, soaking my clothes as my hair clung to my face. I was too numb to speak. Too shocked to even wrap my head around what had happened. I could barely move my legs but I mustered the courage and dragged my feet towards the railings, staring down at Darius's lifeless body. His blood that soaked the metal spikes was being washed away by the rain that fell heavily. I should be relieved that he was dead…But the more I stared at his lifeless body, the more dread settled at the pit of my stomach and I saw myself on the metal spikes. My breath came in ragged gasps as I gripped the railings and that was when the images of Ezra spurting out blood flashed through my mind. My shoulders sagged and the more I gripped the railings, the more different emotions crashed over me. I crumbled
Elodie’s P.O.VOh my. The necklace looked pretty on me. I trailed my fingers on the necklace and stared at my reflection in the mirror, that was when the reality hit me that Silver wasn’t back with my phone yet. He didn’t know where he dropped his phone tablet and pleaded with me to give him my phone so he could call his dad. “Could he be playing games on my phone?” I muttered to myself, standing up and that was when it dawned on me that even my hair stylist wasn’t back yet. I glanced at her empty cup of juice and darted my eyes back to mine which was still untouched. “What could she be taking downstairs?” I muttered to myself, opening the door to the room, and stepping out while calling for Silver’s name. But the only response I got was his name which returned as echoes in my ears. Something was wrong.What was going on? Walking down the hallway, relief flooded through me when I saw Aunt Nadia sleeping on the couch next to the vase of flowers. “Aunt Nadia, you should go into
Marcel’s P.O.V*** Baby Shower ***Strings of pink, white, and silver balloons floated gently in the sunlit garden. Tulips, daisies, and peonies decorated every corner while I stood amidst it all, staring around like a proud dad. I had canceled all my schedule just to participate in the decoration after inviting a team of event planners from Thailand. As a smile formed on my face, the only thought that coursed through my mind was how Elodie was going to love this.I could already picture the look that was going to be on her face when she stepped into the garden later in the evening. All of a sudden, I was jolted out of my thoughts when a maid stood before me and on getting my attention, she lowered her head. “Sir, the popular cake corner called concerning how the delivery was going to be late. They claimed that there was a mix-up with the cake decorations”“I would be going alongside the head servant to monitor the progress of the cake. We will ensure that it gets here before the b
Marcel’s P.O.VIn the doctor’s office, Elodie stared into space, before heaving a sigh while her hands were clasped tightly in mine. A small smile played on my face, amused with the way a strand fell on her face. I was about to remove my hands from her’s in a bid to brush off the strand when she turned to look at me, a glint of worry in her eyes and distress written on her face. She has been like this lately. It worsened since the night she accepted my marriage proposal and the annoying thing was she didn't want to see a doctor and instead stuck to paranoia. I was soon jolted out of my thoughts when she muttered. “Marcel, what if it is a stomach infection or cancer?”Heaving an exasperated sigh, I shook my head. “That is why we are here. I told you that it isn't any of this”Her voice shook. “It is not like you are a doctor. Plus I have never felt this way before and I have been seeing symptoms that relate to stomach cancer and stomach infection”“We should have seen the pack docto
Elodie’s P.O.VImages of Susan’s lifeless body in the creek flashed through my mind and the way Marcel’s strong arms encircled me, pulling my trembling body against his chest in a bid to stop my gaze from lingering on her disfigured face. Darius was a monster. A monster that I never wanted to lay eyes on for the rest of my life. Marcel assured me that he was going to find Darius and finish him off as fast as possible. It has been two months since Susan died and still, that grotesque image of her in the creek kept lingering in my mind. I was so traumatized that the only one who helped me was Marcel and right now, I was pissed at him. Recently, I have been having crazy mood swings that really scared Marcel off at times and right now I was boiling because I had planned a movie night with him just for him to bail out on me at the last minute. My gaze lingered on his message telling me that he wasn't going to be coming because something important suddenly came up. Like I wasn't impor
Elodie’s P.O.V Taking my gaze off the ornate glass chandeliers, adorned with delicate crystal pieces that hung from the intricately designed ceiling, I paused beside Marcel. He glanced at me briefly before turning swiftly, his eyes softening and lighting up as if he had just seen an irreplaceable treasure.Staring into the ethereal green of my eyes, Marcel wrapped his fingers around my waist drawing me closer to him as he buried his face at the side of my neck, nibbling in a way that sent shivers down my spine. It was like he was basking in my scent. He was warm. My haven and my peace. I loved him. A lot. His lips grazed my skin, sending sparks of fire in its wake. “You are like a delicate flower that I want to keep, adorn, cherish, and nurture forever, ensuring you bloom endlessly. To the very end”“You are so beautiful, I feel like I want to end the party, take your clothes off, and show you how much you mean to me”My hand rested on his shoulders, while I muttered under my bre
Darius’s P.O.VMy lips trembled as a searing pain racked through my body while I hung limply from the chains that bound my wrists to the walls, my upper body exposed and covered with cuts which blood dripped from. Another lash landed on my back and a groan left my lips, my vision blurred with a red haze as I gritted my teeth. “Stop!” A husky voice echoed off the walls of Layzal’s dungeon as the whip made a soft thud as it was dropped against the ground. As soon as the doors to the dungeon closed, hot tears streamed down my face and a bitter laughter spiraled from me. It has been two weeks since Marcel eliminated all the council members who were responsible for everything that happened to his family. He had chosen new members of the council, and taken over my pack with my idiotic park members in support of that tyrant. Marcel changed the name of the pack to the moonstone pack. He probably named it after my late son. That bastard!I was soon jolted out of my thoughts when a dark au
Darius’s P.O.VI jolted awake as my eyes flew open and my chest heaved up and down. Staring at the ceiling which a candle chandelier hung while the grotesque image of the nightmare clung to the back of my mind like a dark stubborn shadow that seemed more like it was soon going to close in on me.I sat up slowly, leaning against the headboard while staring into space as memories of the nightmare flashed through my mind. My breath came in short, shallow gasps as I ran my hands through my hair frustratedly. I had seen myself falling off a cliff and I was in my pool of blood. Could it be the lingering fear of Layzal doing something to me that made me have this horrible nightmare? It had to be it. There was no way that I was going to die! I would never allow that. I will do everything to stay alive and get my children back from Marcel. “I won't die! Not now…not now” I muttered to myself while placing a hand on my chest that heaved slowly, sliding off the bed, as I walked to the bathroo