Chapter 39HabbabAfter the night of passion with Melek, we woke up wrapped in sheets and embraced. It was one of the best nights of my life. And it ended when my girl got hungry, so we went down to get something to eat. We were having breakfast in the hotel restaurant when suddenly Erdem, my best friend, showed up uninvited and sat next to me. I looked at him in surprise, but his somber expression made me feel a deep unease. Something bad was happening."Erdem, my friend! What brings you here? Is everything okay?" I asked, trying to hide my concern as my intuition warned me that something serious had happened.Erdem sighed deeply, and his face became serious, his eyes filled with worry. "I finally found you. You have no idea the trouble we're in because of you," he responded tensely. "Enise, your cousin, has been kidnapped by Esat, Melek's fiancé. I've been trying to reach you for two days, but you didn't answer my calls. What's going on with you?"My heart stopped for a moment, feel
I took a deep breath, looking at Melek and Erdem with determination. "I can't risk losing either of you. I can't allow more people to suffer because of our past actions," I declared, making a difficult but necessary decision. "Let's go back to Midyat. There, we'll form a plan, find out where Esat is and how we can rescue Enise without handing Melek over.""But Habbab..." she begins, but I interrupt her."No 'buts,' Melek. I've made my decision." She's not satisfied with my decision, but I won't lose her now that we're working on loving each other again. "Let's go up to the room to gather our things."***As we entered the hotel suite, Melek went to pack her things while Erdem and I waited in the living room."You slept with her, didn't you?" he tactlessly accused me."I'm not going to discuss that with you, buddy," I replied nonchalantly."My friend, I'm telling you this for your own good. How do you think Melek will react when she finds out the truth? That woman is not your wife. Eni
Her tears wouldn't stop, and her expression showed a mixture of pain, disappointment, and anger. She looked at me for a moment, her gaze boring into mine, and then, with one last pain-filled glance, she stepped onto the elevator."I can't do this now, Habbab," she said in a halting voice as the elevator doors slowly closed, separating us even further.My hands pounded on the elevator doors in frustration and helplessness, feeling my chance to explain myself slip away. Tears gathered in my eyes as I stood in the middle of the hallway, alone and filled with regret."Melek, please don't go," I murmured, feeling hope slowly fading. "I love you, and I'll do anything to fix this."But my words were lost in the air, and Melek disappeared from my sight. I stood there, feeling a deep emptiness in my chest, regretting the damage I had caused and the loss of my true love.I knew I should respect her need for space and time, but I couldn't help but feel crushed by her departure. Now, my only hope
Chapter 40HabbabI arrived at the impressive mansion of the Erdoğans, with my heart beating rapidly in my chest. I knew the danger I was facing at coming here, but I was determined to endure it. There was no time to waste. With a strong kick, I opened the main door and called out Esat's name."Esat Erdoğan! Come out and face me!" I shouted with determination, my words echoing in the wide hallways of the mansion.Shortly after, I started hearing doors opening and closing, and then the entire Erdoğan family descended to the courtyard, their expressions filled with surprise and confusion upon seeing me there. I confronted Esat, with a firm gaze and an urgent voice."Esat, you're going to answer to me. Where is Enise? Where is Melek?" I asked, desperately searching for any clue.Esat seemed astonished by my question about Melek. He couldn't understand how I could be asking about her since I was supposed to have her with me. But I didn't have time for confusing explanations.However, the
HabbabArriving at the imposing Arslan mansion, after rescuing my cousin Enise, the great doors opened before me. With firm steps, I crossed the threshold and stepped into a setting full of mixed emotions. Enise's grandmother, my aunt, and my sister Dilay rushed to her, hugging her tightly and letting the tears of relief and gratitude flow freely.I watched the scene with a mixture of joy and melancholy. On the one hand, I was glad to have accomplished my goal of rescuing Enise and returning her safely to her home. But on the other hand, I felt a strange sense of emptiness, I didn't have Melek, she had been kidnapped and I didn't know who. Where were you? Would I get to her in time?Derya, my grandmother, slowly stood up and approached me. Her eyes reflected a mixture of gratitude and sadness. I could feel the burden of years in her trembling voice as she spoke."Habbab, dear grandson, I do not have enough words to express my gratitude for what you have done for Enise. You have risked
A new character narratesI hung up the phone and a smile of satisfaction came over my face. At last, I had succeeded in fooling Çakir Erdoğan, that man blinded by his ambition and thirst for power. For years, I had waited patiently for my chance to regain my position in the Arslan family, and now, it seemed, that time had come.For years, Derya Arslan hid me in the shadows, with the excuse that she was protecting me, nothing was further from the truth. Compared to my cousin, I always knew that our grandmother was a harpy, a snake disguised as a good person. She used her grandchildren as pieces in a game, we were nothing more to her. And now I was coming to make her pay.I managed to escape from her hands and with time I managed to learn all her secrets, now she was coming to destroy too what she had built.I decided to carry out my plan, I walked with a firm step towards the room where I knew I would find Melek, the innocent girl trapped in the middle of this twisted plot. As I opened
Chapter 41Habbab"Two long days have passed since Melek's disappearance, and anguish consumes me relentlessly. Uncertainty and fear have become constant companions, preventing me from eating, sleeping and even thinking clearly. Every second that passes without news from him is unbearable torture. Melek is my world, my reason for being, and his absence has become a dark abyss that threatens to engulf me completely.In the midst of my despair, my office door opens and my best friend Erdem bursts into the room, his breath hitching and his eyes heavy with worry. My heart races at his presence, filled with hope that he will bring news that will ease my pain."Habbab, there's something you need to know," Erdem says quietly, his tone revealing the gravity of the situation. "There's a commotion at the Erdoğan mansion. Apparently, they have found a woman who could be Melek. I don't know the exact details, but we must go there as soon as possible and find out what's going on."My eyes light up
HazarI am overwhelmed by a flood of emotions. Guilt consumes me as I hold Senay in my arms, both of us crying inconsolably. I have failed my family, my best friend, who was Melek's real father, the one to whom I promised to take care of Senay and his daughter. My heart sinks into a dark abyss because now Melek, that little girl whom I have loved as if she were my own daughter, has died.Despite not being her biological father, I always felt a deep and sincere love for Melek. I saw her as my own flesh and blood, and every smile of hers lit up my world. Now, that brightness has vanished forever, leaving an insurmountable void in my soul. It is unbearable to think that I will never again hear her melodious laughter or embrace her tenderly.In the midst of my grief, I become aware of Habbab's presence. I see him collapsing next to Melek, crying out her name in despair. At that moment, I understand the depth of his love for her. Despite all our conflicts and differences, Habbab truly love
LeaI watch as my husband's betas change, ready to attack me, I'm not going to let them, I need to rescue Enzo and bring him back. Bear also changes and does his best to get between me and the wolves, but there are too many of them and even though he is a huge bear, even bigger than them, he won't be able to take them down."Shit Osiris, I can't stop the spell." I tell him mentally, still chanting"Lea, you have to, this is unnatural, you're endangering the balance of nature. Stop it now.""Screw you, I'm not going to let Enzo die.""Lea, Enzo is already dead..."An indescribable fury grows inside me. No, I won't accept it, that my Enzo is dead, I won't allow it. Osiris is a coward who probably only wants the alpha's position. I am angry with him and with all those who came to support him, none of them want Enzo, otherwise they would be happy, they would support me and they would understand that I and also the pack need their alpha back.Without stopping reciting the spell, I create a
Chapter 4DaphneI should have asked Kate to take out the trash.Then she could have dealt with this strange guy who claims to be my partner. I mean, come on. A partner? It sounds so primal and barbaric. Like I have no say in the matter.Although, if I'm being honest, it doesn't sound too bad… I keep feeling this strange attraction to him. The feeling of being drawn to him when I first saw him lying injured in the dumpster is even stronger now. It's taking hold of me.“What did you say your name was?” I ask as I look at him differently.“I didn't say it. My name is Armel, but people close to me call me Army.“I can't imagine why you get that.” He actually laughed at that.“And you?” “I'm Daphne.” I say in a shy voice.“Daphne.” He whispers as she looks at me with those deep blue eyes. I feel my cheeks blush under the intensity of them.“So, then I'm going to call you Army.” I told him, “I like it, it sounds like danger, and not that I like danger, but I l don’t know... Army is origi
Chapter 3ArmelA loud moan comes out of me as I close my eyes and let the hot water wash over my face.This has to end.It's a never-ending hell. Destroying one city after another. Tearing my body apart. Bringing danger wherever I go.I don't even know where I am now.I turn my head and force my eyes open. A pink towel. More beauty products than I can count piled around the small sink. A small pair of bunny-shaped slippers by the door.The memory comes back, but it's foggy and full of holes. I remember climbing into the dumpster and passing out. Then, the bright light as someone opened the door. Stumbling up the steps. A smell that was like fire in my lungs. I had lost a lot of blood and was very weak. I didn't know what was happening.“Fuck.” I wince as I pick up the soap with my wounded arm, and a bolt of pain flashes through me. I'm going to kill that fucking Frenchman with his own sword.No. He's just doing his job. He's doing what's right. He's doing what you're too cowardly to
Chapter 2Daphne“Stop eating the fries!” Pete shouts as he tries to hit my hand with his greasy spatula. I'm too fast for the grumpy chef.“Last one.” I say with a wide grin as I shove the hot french fry in my mouth. “I promise.” We both know, it won't be the last.This failing restaurant doesn't do a lot of things right, but even I have to admit they know how to make crispy, delicious fries.“Yeah, Sure.” Pete grumbles as he walks over to the grill. I snatch another one from his as he turns his back to me.Kathy laughs. “Do you have a death wish or something?” “It's worth the risk.” I say with a groan as I swallow the delicious fry. “It's one of the perks of working at the best restaurant in Timberville.”“It's only a restaurant.” She says as she cleans up the plastic menus, “Why did you move back here?” I sigh as I pick up the coffee pot. “I wonder every day.”She laughs as I make my way to the table area, smiling at all the regulars as I refill their coffee cup after cup.There
Chapter OneArmel “Timberville, Montana!” shouts the driver as the commercial truck comes to a stop.I sigh as I look at the old, worn sign with the town's name barely visible behind the peeling paint and faded old graffiti.Is this town going to be safe?I nod as I realize that no town is safe for me. Not when the greatest danger lurks inside my body. With a heavy breath, I rise from the large bags of rice I've slept on all night and jump off the back cabin of the truck. I jumped in the past night without the guy to notice.My grizzly bear growls inside me as I head into the forest.“Hey!” the drivers yells, “Get away from my truck! Damn hobo.”I don't turn around. For his protection, I lower my head and hurry to the colorful tree line. It's a beautiful fall day, but this is no time to admire the autumn leaves.My bear growls inside. He paces angrily. I know what's coming and I want no part of it. I'm sure the good people of Timberville, Montana, don't either.“Keep your cool.” I wh
I call my men and ask them to prepare a special dinner. It will take place in five nights, right on the anniversary of Melek and Habbab's wedding. This will be an unforgettable occasion, not only to celebrate that union, which was a complete farce, but also to reveal the last secrets that have been hidden for too long. My heart beats with excitement as I meticulously plan every detail. This dinner will be more than just a gathering; it will be a feast of truth, where everyone will learn the complete story of Derya Arslan and Çakir Erdoğan. I will tell everyone why Derya decided to seek revenge and ruin the lives of the Erdoğan family. The truth will come to light, and everyone will know that her intentions were entirely personal; she never thought about the well-being of her family. Derya's revenge has left a trail of pain and destruction, and it's time for everyone to know. I can't allow her to continue manipulating others and escaping the consequences of her actions. Melek, Habbab
Chapter 52Derya ArslanI'm pacing around my room, eagerly waiting for news from Habbab and Ahmet. I feel helpless and very angry because my revenge plan didn't unfold as I wished. Everything has been ruined by that Melek, because Habbab fell in love with her. Now, I find myself a prisoner of my own grandson, Habbab, and I must hide from my other grandson, Ahmet, who wants to see me dead.The courage and determination that drove me to devise my revenge plan seem to fade in the face of this complicated situation I'm in now. I wonder how everything could have gone wrong, how Melek could have touched Habbab's heart and changed everything.It's hard to accept that my grandson, whom I raised and taught to be strong, is protecting the very person who ruined my plans. The daughter of our enemy. I should have known better; planning the fake marriage between Habbab and Melek wasn't the best decision I made. I should have come up with another plan to hurt Hazar and Çakir.It was also not a good
I watch as Senay, Hazar, and Melek walk towards the house, leaving the beautiful garden behind them. In that moment, something wonderful happens. Gul, Melek's sweet little 9-year-old sister, comes running out of the house. Her eyes sparkle with excitement, and she jumps onto Melek, hugging her tightly. "I knew it! I knew in my heart that you'd come back!" Gul exclaims with a radiant smile.Melek looks at her affectionately and asks, "Did you really know, Gul?"The little girl nods excitedly, "Yes, everyone said you were gone, but I knew it was a lie. I always knew my sister was still alive.""It's true, Melek. Gul always refused to believe you were gone," says Senay, smiling at her two daughters. "I should have believed her, to know that she had a feeling you were okay.""Mom, don't worry, I'm here now." Melek responds and then embraces her little sister tenderly, "Thank you, Gul. I love you so much, and I promise I won't leave you again."Gul smiles widely and then notices my presenc
Chapter 51HabbabWe arrived at the village of Hazar, a peaceful place far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Melek comments with a smile softened by relief, "I'm glad that my fake death was the reason you finally moved out of Çakir's house, Dad. Now we can all be together here."Hazar sighs and looks at me with gratitude. "Yes, Melek, I deeply regret not having taken you out of Çakir's clutches earlier. I thought he would change at some point, that he would love you as his own granddaughter, but I was wrong. Forgive me for not doing it faster."Melek gently squeezes her father's hand. "I don't want to dwell on the past anymore, Dad. We are together now, and that's what matters. Let's make this place our home and build a future together."Hazar smiles affectionately and nods. "You're right, my dear. I am very happy to have you back in my life, and I promise to protect and care for you always. Nothing and no one will separate us again."Taking her hand, Hazar leads Melek towa