Chapter 43HabbabThe next day, I headed to the Arslan mansion determined to gather my belongings and leave all that chaos behind. After my arrival, I meet Enise, who tries to stop me in a desperate way."Habbab, please don't go! I love you and I don't want us to be separated," Enise pleads with tears in her eyes.Her words hit me, but I know I can't let myself be carried away by her tears. I had to be honest with her, even if it meant hurting her feelings. I don't love her, I never have and she has to get over it and move on with her life."Enise, you must understand the truth. I never loved you the way you deserved. Our marriage was a sham to please our grandmother. I can no longer live a lie. Now, more than ever, I need the divorce," I replied in a firm but saddened voice. I had lost Melek and I did it just when she had found out about my marriage, she would never forgive me for that.As I packed my bags, Enise clung to my arm, begging me to stay. Her grip was strong and desperate,
My eyes widen, and the impact of his words echoes in my mind. Now I understand who he is talking about. Hazar Erdoğan, my sworn enemy, the man I hurt and all for my grandmother's revenge. A revenge based on a web of lies.Anger and remorse mingle inside me as my vision blurs with tears threatening to fall. The truth has come out and with it comes the overwhelming weight of the consequences of my grandmother's actions, and mine. I destroyed Hazar's life and now it turns out he is my father. It can't be true, it isn't, it must all be a lie from this so-called Ahmet, who knows if he is even an Arslan?I can't help but reject Ahmet's words, though my heart races with the possibility that there is some truth to his words."You can't be telling the truth," I tell him, my voice trembling with denial. "It's not possible that Hazar Erdoğan is my father. It's not possible, not at all. "Ahmet stares at me, showing no signs of doubt. His next revelation rocks my world completely."It's true, Hab
AhmetI watch with satisfaction as Habbab walks away, his figure fading into the distance. A mischievous smile creeps across my face, reflecting the success of my plan. At last, the time has come for my own revenge, and this is only the beginning.Derya, still stunned by everything that has happened, looks at me with burning hatred in her eyes. She knows she has lost the control she once had over us. Our eyes meet in a silent confrontation, filled with mutual resentment.Though Derya despises me, she knows that our lives are hopelessly intertwined. My existence is the fruit of her deceptions and manipulations, and now it is time for her to pay for her actions.While Derya is still paralyzed with shock, Erdem, worried for his friend, runs after Habbab. But before he can reach him, I stop him with a steady, firm gaze."Erdem, wait," I say calmly, capturing his attention. "Even though you may hate me right now, I still have plans for you in this house. I need your help to run it, to brin
Chapter 44ErdemI find myself following Habbab in my car, worried about his emotional state. I see him driving without stopping, speeding through streets, and my heart races for his well-being. I try to stay close to him, fearing he might do something reckless.Finally, Habbab arrives in the city cemetery, skidding to a stop at the entrance. I see him hastily getting out of the car, running inside, and I have a feeling of where he's headed. I park the car beside him and hurry to catch up. My mind is filled with questions and concern about what I've just discovered about my own lineage and Habbab's.I run to where he is, watching him angrily and painfully hit the side of his father's tomb. His words intertwine with shouts and inconsolable tears."You idiot! You're responsible for my mother's death!" Habbab yells, releasing all his pent-up resentment. Each blow is a release of his accumulated pain and the betrayal he has uncovered. "And the worst part is that I'm like you, I'm a monste
Days later,HabbabI am standing in the center of the wedding hall, surrounded by friends and family. The ceremony where I paid for my bride, as a symbolic gesture, has ended, and finally, the moment arrives for us to join in matrimony. My heart beats with excitement as I wait for Melek to walk down the aisle toward me. Soft music plays in the background, creating an atmosphere of love and happiness. Finally, I see her. Melek enters the room, radiant in her white dress, her smile lighting up the entire room.Our eyes meet, and at that moment, the whole world disappears. Melek approaches me, each step filled with grace and determination. When she reaches my side, I take her hand and feel a deep and eternal connection. We gaze at each other with love and anticipation."Welcome to this special day," says the officiant, breaking the silence of the room. And this time it's a real officiant, not some actor that Erdem hired. "We are here to celebrate the love and union of Habbab and Melek. T
Chapter 45Six Months LaterHabbabI find myself in the courtroom, alongside Erdem, in the midst of the trial for the Arslan inheritance. Six months have passed since Melek's tragic death, and I am determined to ensure that the wealth and assets of the Arslan family do not fall into the wrong hands.Ahmet's lawyers are doing everything they can to claim the inheritance as the rightful heir, but I have taken precautions to prevent that from happening. Three months ago, aware of Ahmet's machinations, I decided to transfer all the properties under Erdem's name, who is also entitled to the inheritance as Emir Arslan's biological child.I observe with satisfaction the frustration on Ahmet's face as his defense lawyers face insurmountable obstacles. The legal documents are in my favor, and Ahmet realizes that his plans to seize the Arslan wealth are crumbling.Although I cannot directly prove Ahmet's responsibility in Melek's death, I am certain in my heart that he was involved. Melek disco
Derya ArslanSix long months have passed since Ahmet locked me within these four walls. I am a prisoner in my own home, Habbab, Dilay and Erdem have gone and left me behind. I can't believe how ungrateful they are, I made mistakes, it is true. As a person and as a woman, I have experienced life and over the years I have made choices that have led me to where I am now, and I can say I have no regrets. I lost everything before I became an Arslan, I had a complicated history and I couldn't control my destiny and neither the person I became, but despite all that I was always there for those children who have now turned their backs on me. I hear the doors of the mansion open and a very frustrated Ahmet enters. Enise who has become his shadow since he took over the mansion, asks how it went. "It was a disappointment, Enise." He replies annoyed. "That move by Habbab, fucked up my whole plan, now that Erdem is lord and master of everything, I don't have the right to take the money from Habbab
AhmetHabbab thinks he has defeated me, he thinks I will give up, but no. My enemies have no idea who I am; I have let them rebuild their lives these past few days, preparing myself to take it all away from them. I stop in front of what appears to be nothing more than an abandoned house, where the guards greet me and let me in without any problems. I climb some stairs and enter a room where I find Melek, clearly unhappy with my presence. I can't help but smile at her hostility."Hello, Melek," I greet with false courtesy, knowing that will only increase her disgust.She looks at me with hatred and spews her venom. "Go to hell and rot there," she says contemptuously.I can't help but laugh at her comment. I approach her and tell her with a mixture of arrogance and determination, "Oh, Melek, don't worry. You will be my ticket to get the money that belongs to me."Her eyes shoot daggers of anger at me as she decides to completely ignore me. I love the challenge she represents to me. No m
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