Kayla's POVUnder my continuous pleading, Harrison finally agreed to let me lead the interrogation of Luisa. To accommodate my injuries, Harrison had Martin take Luisa from the dungeon into the central villa.In this manner, with Luisa in chains and walking with heavy steps, she appeared disheveled before me. Compared to her previous arrogance and defiance, the new version of Luisa was sullen, almost unrecognizable."You didn't expect to see me again, did you?"As my words fell, Luisa lifted her head and glanced at me, her tone very matter-of-fact."Well, you're still alive.""You sound rather disappointed.""No, Kayla. In fact, I'm happier than anyone else that you're still alive."Luisa curled her lips slightly, emitting a cold laugh."Only with you alive do my daughter Rebecca and I have any hope of avoiding a death sentence.""If you knew that being involved in my death would lead to such consequences, why did you deliberately lure me to the back of the mountain?""Well, because,
Harrison’s POVThe war that led to my father's death was incredibly brutal. Most of the warriors my father trusted had lost their lives in that battle. Only Simon Russell managed to survive, and his face bore an indelible scar from the conflict. The enemy had mistaken him for dead, preserving his life."Russell, I hope you can recount the circumstances surrounding my father's death, leaving no details out. Can you do this for me?"I visited Russell's home with Rick and questioned him directly about the events from those years."Of course."Russell, like a dedicated soldier, started to recount those bloody memories with a serious expression."It was a turbulent time when the entire werewolf world was in chaos. While other packs constantly fought for territory and resources, your father initiated a proposal for peace with all the packs.""At the time, The Dark Night Pack was prospering through financial means. Despite differing viewpoints, the Alphas from other packs willingly agreed to
Kayla’s POVListening to Harrison's account of what happened back then left me terrified."So, my father was also involved in that Alpha meeting, and he even conspired with others to plot the murder of your father...""That's right. Adding to what Luisa said, I speculate that, as part of the conspiracy, after my father's death, Alexander obtained a significant fortune. However, beyond that, he didn't gain any power."Compared to my fear and unease, Harrison appeared calm. But that calmness reminded me of the calm before a storm."Alexander might have considered using the Moonstone to fulfill his dream of becoming Alpha of The Dark Night Pack. That's why he stole the Moonstone. But because the Moonstone shattered, along with the other Alphas' alliance with the Elder Council to strip The Dark Night Pack of the right to choose a new Alpha, that completely shattered Alexander's dream. Hence, he believed those so-called allies had betrayed him.""So, my mother..."The truth was right in fr
Kayla’s POVWhen Harrison declared war on The Obsidian Pack as the Alpha of The Dark Night Pack, the entire world of werewolves was thrown into shock. Television, radio, the internet—almost everywhere was discussing the war and the war's slogan: revenge.I hadn't entered the frontline of the war, but I was still on edge all day, fearing that something would happen to Harrison in the battle.Finally, on the third day after the declaration of war, Harrison, covered in blood, brought Alexander before me."Are you okay, Harrison?"I paid no attention to the already limp Alexander on the ground and anxiously rushed toward Harrison, who was covered in blood, continually checking with my eyes if he had any injuries."Don't worry, I'm fine," Harrison reassured me as he pressed me onto the couch. "You know, facing someone like him, I don't even need to use force. This isn't my blood."Harrison took off his bloodied clothes, throwing them aside with disdain. "Take them out and burn them.""Yes,
Kayla's POV"So, Olivia used your stepmother to deceive you into going to the back of the mountain, and then she pushed you off the cliff? And your stepmother told you that your father, Alexander, was the one who killed your mother?"Amber looked at me, her face now wearing an expression of jaw-dropping astonishment."That's about the gist of it," I replied, strangely calm despite Amber's shock."In fact, over the years, Alexander has done many unforgivable things, but I always forgave him in my heart because he was my father. Now that I know the truth about him killing my mother, I finally have enough reason to convince myself to hate him. Strangely, this hatred has made my heart feel lighter.""Oh, my poor Kayla."After hearing my words, Amber hugged me, my heart aching, and only let go after a while."What about Harrison? I heard Peter mention that he waged a war against The Obsidian Pack under the pretext of 'revenge.' Was that also to avenge your mother?""No, Amber. That's a dif
Harrison's POV"So, Harrison, is it true that the reason you launched a war against The Obsidian Pack, as it's widely rumored, is to avenge your father's death?"Peter, who had just entered the study, couldn't even take a sip of his whiskey before impatiently asking the question that had been weighing on his mind for a long time."Aren't you going to taste this whiskey first? It's the finest Scotch I've imported from Scotland." I calmly sat back on the sofa, raising my chin toward Peter, who appeared quite anxious."Do you realize how chaotic it is outside now?" He continued."The best whiskeys are all safely stored in my house. So, how about having a drink with me first? I have everything under control out there. Alexander Reeves has already been thrown into The Dark Night Pack's dungeon. Their Alpha has been captured. What's left to call a war? What's there to be chaotic about?""But this is a war under the banner of 'revenge'!"In response to my seemingly indifferent attitude, Pete
Kayla's POVTo welcome Amber and Peter, Harrison hosted a sumptuous dinner at the villa.At the long table, Harrison and I, Amber and Peter sat on opposite sides. Daisy, who was very tired, had already eaten and was put to sleep in the bedroom."Do you remember the promise we made when we were young, Harrison?" Peter cut a piece of beef and placed it in his mouth, then looked at Harrison with a mischievous smile, which made him appear to be in good spirits.The relaxed atmosphere at the dinner table was a rare moment when Harrison playfully teased his best friend."When you were young, you said a lot of things, Peter, even I couldn't make you stay quiet for five minutes.""Well, that's not fair, Harrison. Back then, it was you... Wait a minute, you almost steered the conversation off track again."Peter wiped his mouth with a napkin, then put down his knife and fork, smiling as he held Amber's hand next to him."We made a promise back then that when we both found our mates, we would w
Kayla's POV"Amber? Amber! May I come in?"Hearing the intermittent cries from the room, I gently knocked on the guest room's door. Fortunately, Amber had no intention of isolating herself. After a few seconds, I heard her voice from inside."Come in.""Oh... Amber..."I closed the door behind me and quickly walked to the bedside, tightly hugging Amber, who was still crying."Don't be so sad, sweetheart; you're still carrying a baby. Excessive grief won't be good for your health and the baby's well-being, Amber."I patted Amber's back, trying to calm her. It worked, especially when I reminded her of her unborn child. She gradually stopped crying.She lifted her head from my embrace, her eyes teary, and asked, "Where's Peter? Did he leave? Did he really just leave me here all alone?""Calm down, Amber."Not wanting to upset her further, I didn't immediately answer her question."Actually, I think Peter has a point. We met Donald Rufus at your wedding, and he seemed like a dangerous cha