Chapter 75

Asher pov

She stood there, shocked at my words. She began to write on her notepad: "I thought you were having it under control? You were trying to make her jealous as we went for that dinner, now that you know she's after your throne, you're standing here in regret."

I shook my head in disappointment, not knowing what to say to her, as I read what she wrote: "What I am angry about is that I allowed you to deceive me, to follow you to that dinner."

I felt a pang of guilt as I read her words. I had deceived her, used her as a pawn in my game to make Sophia jealous. And now, I was facing the consequences.

"Aurora, I..." I started to speak, but she held up her hand, stopping me.

You used me, she wrote, her words piercing my heart. You used me to get back at Sophia, without considering my feelings or well-being.

I looked down, ashamed. I had been so blinded by my desire to hurt Sophia that I hadn't thought about the impact my actions would have on Aurora.

"I'm sorry," I said, my voice barely above a whisper.

Aurora's expression was unreadable as she wrote, Sorry isn't enough, Asher.

You need to earn back my trust, she wrote, her eyes locked on mine.

I nodded, determination rising within me. "I will," I said, my voice firm. "I'll do whatever it takes to regain your trust."

Aurora's expression softened slightly, but I could still see the hurt and anger in her eyes.

I deserve better, she wrote. And so do you.

I took a deep breath, knowing that I had a long road ahead of me to make things right with Aurora. But I was willing to do whatever it took to earn back her trust and respect.

Just then, a rustling in the bushes caught our attention. We turned to see Johnson emerging from the underbrush, a look of urgency on his face.

"Asher, we have a problem," he said, his voice low and serious.

"What is it and wait did you follow me down here?" I asked, my senses on high alert.

"It's Sophia," Johnson replied, his eyes darting back and forth between Aurora and me. "She's called a pack meeting. Tonight. Under the full moon."

Aurora's eyes widened in alarm as she wrote, What does she plan to do?

"I don't know," Johnson said, "but I have a feeling it's not good. We need to get to the meeting and see what she's planning."

I nodded, my mind racing with possibilities. Tonight was going to be a night to remember.

"I'll get the others and meet you there," Johnson said, already turning to leave.

"Wait," I said, stopping him. "Aurora comes with me."

Johnson nodded and took off into the night, leaving Aurora and me alone.

"Are you ready for this?" I asked Aurora, looking down at her.

She nodded, her eyes flashing with determination as she wrote, I was born ready.

I smiled, feeling a surge of pride and admiration for her. Together, we set off towards the pack meeting, ready to face whatever Sophia had planned.

I drove a distance before Aurora tapped me, handing me what she had written on her notepad: "I think this battle is for you, not me. Drop me now." I slammed on the brakes, stopping the car abruptly as I turned to her in shock.

"Aurora, please," I said, my voice low and calm.

She simply shook her head and got out of the car.

I watched in dismay as Aurora walked away from the car, her back straight and her shoulders squared. I knew I had to go after her, to try and make things right.

I threw the car into park and leapt out, chasing after Aurora. "Aurora, wait!" I called out, but she didn't slow down.

I caught up to her and grabbed her arm, spinning her around to face me. "Please, Aurora, don't go," I said, my voice desperate. "I need you."

Aurora's eyes flashed with anger as she wrote on her notepad: "You only need me when it's convenient for you." She ripped off the paper and shoved it into my chest before turning and walking away again.

I stood there, feeling helpless and frustrated, as I watched Aurora disappear into the distance. I looked down at the piece of paper she had handed me, reading the words again: "You only need me when it's convenient for you."

I crumpled the paper in my hand, feeling a wave of regret wash over me. I had hurt Aurora, and I didn't know how to make it right.

Just as I was about to get back in my car and try to find Aurora, my phone buzzed with an incoming text. I pulled it out, hoping it was Aurora, but instead it was a message from an unknown number: "You're running out of time. Sophia is making her move."

I felt a chill run down my spine as I read the message. Who was sending me these mysterious texts? And how did they know about Sophia's plans?

I quickly typed out a response, asking for more information, but the sender didn't reply. I was left with more questions than answers.

I got back in my car and started the engine, my mind racing with thoughts of Sophia and Aurora. I needed to find Aurora and apologize, and then I needed to figure out what Sophia was planning.

As I continue driving, I noticed a black SUV following me. I sped up, trying to lose them, but they kept pace with me.

Suddenly, my phone buzzed again. Another text from the unknown number, "You're being watched. Be careful."

I gripped the steering wheel tightly, my heart racing with anxiety. Who was following me? And how did they know about the SUV?

I tried to stay calm and focused on the road, but my eyes kept darting to the rearview mirror. The SUV was still behind me, its tinted windows making it impossible to see who was inside.

I took a sharp turn, trying to lose the SUV, but it followed me effortlessly. I was starting to feel like I was in a trap.

Just as I was starting to panic, my phone buzzed again. Another text from the unknown number: "Take a left up ahead. Now."

I hesitated for a moment, wondering if I should trust the mysterious texter. But something about the urgency of the message made me trust them. I took a deep breath and turned left at the next intersection.

The SUV followed me, but as we turned onto the new street, I saw a chance to escape. I floored it, speeding down the street as fast as I could. The SUV tried to keep up, but I managed to lose them in the maze of streets.

I finally felt safe enough to pull over and catch my breath. But as I looked down at my phone, I saw another text.