Kayla's POV"Elizabeth?!" My voice was full of shock, and I couldn't help but pick up my phone again to look at the numbers displayed on the screen, doubting if someone was playing a prank."I know my name; you don't need to remind me repeatedly, Miss Reeves."However, the calm and sharp tone was enough to prove that the person on the other side was indeed Elizabeth. I quickly covered the phone's receiver with my hand, lowering my voice to ask Amber beside me, "What should I do now?"Amber, looking almost as shocked as I was, rolled her eyes and finally instructed me, "Ask her what she wants!""Okay." I nodded and moved my hand away from the microphone."Do you have something to say by calling, Elizabeth?""In fact, I'd like to invite you for afternoon tea."Although she was using the word "invite," Elizabeth's tone remained rigid, as if someone was forcing her to do so."Afternoon tea?" This inexplicable invitation made me even more puzzled. The last time Elizabeth and I had tea toge
Kayla's POVIn order to gain an advantage during the meeting, Amber brought along some warriors and drove me to the coffee shop on Greene Avenue in advance.After surveying the surroundings, Amber concealed a small walkie-talkie in my clothes and then instructed me to stay vigilant."Relax, Amber."When Amber insisted on reviewing the code again for the third time, I couldn't help but reach out and put my hand on her shoulder, interrupting her chatter."Have you forgotten? We've been using this code since we were thirteen. I won't forget these words no matter what.""Okay."Amber seemed to sense her own nervousness. She took a deep breath, muttered a few words under her breath, and finally released the tight grip on my hand."Remember—""...signal you immediately if there's a problem. I know."I hugged Amber and raised my arm to wave at her. "Wait for my good news."...Entering the coffee shop, I scanned the surroundings and found a secluded corner to sit down.At two o'clock in the
Kayla's POVHowever, my smile became a sword stabbing at Elizabeth's pride. Her icy gaze shot at me like arrows. "What are you laughing at?!""Of course, it's you, Elizabeth. Your arrogance and the talk of being 'born noble' are incredibly laughable."I paused, calmly staring at Elizabeth's gradually contorting features, and continued, "If your pack is truly as noble and powerful as you claim, how come you disappeared from the werewolf society? For centuries, you've lived like mice.""Shut up, you idiot!"Elizabeth angrily slapped the table, knocking over the coffee on it. The sound quickly attracted the lazy waiter who had been hiding behind the counter.Casting a glance at us, the waiter soon sensed the tense atmosphere between Elizabeth and me. After hesitating for a moment, she nervously approached."Ladies, would you like a fresh cup of coffee?"Before I could respond, Amber's anxious voice came through my earpiece again, "Kayla! Tell her you need lemon water! It's time to retrea
Harrison's POVAs the phone rang, I was sitting in the conference room listening to reports from subordinates. I picked up my phone and saw Amber's name on the screen. A sudden wave of unease surged through me.Without exchanging greetings with Amber, I pressed the answer button and straightforwardly inquired, "What happened?""Harrison! Kayla... she's been taken by Elizabeth!""Elizabeth? You mean Donald's girlfriend? How is she involved with Kayla?"While questioning Amber on the phone, I had already stood up and walked out of the meeting room, leaving my subordinates bewildered.Amber's sobbing voice came through the phone, "It's my fault... she agreed to meet Elizabeth to help me gather information about The Blue Blood Pack.""We'll discuss this later."Realizing the urgency of the situation, I cut off Amber's lament and got straight to the point, "Tell me where Elizabeth took Kayla."Fortunately, Amber understood that now was not the time for tears. She quickly composed herself a
Kayla's POV"Ugh..."As I struggled to open my eyes, attempting to break free from the endless darkness, the first thing I heard was a deep male voice."Don't move!"My mind hadn't fully cleared, but for some reason, I instinctively obeyed the command in that voice.The person seemed satisfied with my reaction. He gently guided me back onto the bed and continued speaking."Now you know how to listen to me. I told you not to do anything risky. Why pretend not to hear?"I didn't respond to the person. Instead, I reached out, groping to catch hold of the person's sleeve and tentatively called out his name."Harrison?!""It's me." Harrison's tone still carried a subtle undertone of anger, but he continued to hold my hand in his palm.Feeling the warmth of Harrison's hand, I asked him with a trembling voice."Why can't I see you?""...,"Harrison's silence immediately made my heart tense.Countless frightening thoughts flooded into my mind simultaneously. I grabbed onto Harrison's arm as i
Kayla's POVHarrison's enticing voice sent shivers down my body. Although my surroundings remained pitch black, I could sense Harrison's intense gaze on me, attempting to pierce through my body."Are you afraid, Kayla?" Harrison lifted my face with his warm hands. "When you can't see my every move?""No, Harrison."I held his hand and pressed his palm against my lips. Originally, I just wanted to leave a kiss on his palm, but when my lips felt the warmth of his palm, I changed my mind. Instead, I extended my tongue, licking his palm.Harrison almost instantly withdrew his hand."For you, I'll never feel afraid."Harrison's voice became husky. "So, you had better change your mind now, Kayla.""Why?""Because you started all of this... naughty girl."Suddenly, Harrison grabbed my waist, pulling my body down.I couldn't help but let out a scream. Soon after, I felt a warm breath surrounding the area above my cheeks—that was Harrison's breath."I like you like this... lying quietly on the
Harrison's POVAfter the physician swore to the Moon Goddess that Kayla would be safe, the first thing I did was dial Peter's number."Elizabeth is in your hands, isn't she?"Though phrased as a question, my tone left no room for doubt.Peter evidently sensed the icy anger in my voice. He slowed his speech, attempting to appeal to my reason and composure."Yes, Harrison. I've confined her to a secret location, but I'm sorry, I can't hand her over to you right now. However, you can rest assured that once I get the information I need, I won't let her off easily!""In fact, I'm not reassured, Peter. I must see her, and it has to be now!"This was the first time I had so ruthlessly refused Peter.Clearly shocked by my resolute attitude, Peter remained silent for a moment."Will this become a problem between us, Peter?""Of course not, Harrison."Faced with my assertive stance, Peter had no choice but to make his concessions."Tell me your location, and I'll send my trusted subordinate to
Harrison's POV"How do you know about my father?"With a stern face, I approached Elizabeth step by step, questioning her.Elizabeth tilted her face up, staring into my eyes. "Do you want to know the answer?"Before I could respond, suddenly, she grinned, her eyes filled with contempt and mockery. She yelled at me, "Suck my ass then! The great Dominator! You..."As I noticed the vile smile on Elizabeth's face, I immediately reached out, grabbing her throat and silencing the insults she hadn't yet uttered."Don't try to challenge my patience in this way, Elizabeth."I brought my face close to hers, allowing this crazed woman to witness the burning anger in my eyes."I'm not Peter; I don't crave information about you and your sewer rat. So, if you provoke me—especially when you've already done so—be careful. I will kill you."Even Peter, standing by my side, became tense because of my actions."Harrison!"Feeling the genuine intent to kill emanating from me, Peter shouted my name, seemi