*Warmth*I spilled out the mess of my life—how things fell apart with Harden, why I had to leave Scorpio, and how I found shelter in Arthur's pack.After my story, I heard her sigh over the phone. "I'm sorry, Elara. You must have struggled a lot. I always said Harden was no good. I never liked the fact that he turned you into someone else. I knew he'd only leave you after all that." I hated admitting they were right about Harden. Along with Jason, Daphne never liked him, and now I could see their reasons. Harden was a spineless ass.I heard her grin over the phone, her tone shifted. "Forget about that jerk. You dumped him right? Now tell me about this new Alpha, is he hot? Are you guys a thing already?""No... Ew!!!" My face twitched. "I'm done with Alphas, Daphne, at least for now.""But he's handsome, right?" She pressed and I reluctantly admitted the obvious. The words felt heavy coming from my lips with a forced laughter which I tried to hold back. "Yes.""I knew it!" She exclaime
*My Pulse Quickened At The Sight of Elara*I and my Beta had searched the whole place for this woman—how come she appeared in front of me, and the arms of another man?My pulse quickened at the sight of Elara. Seeing her dressed differently from her usual style made my blood boil. She was here with the Alpha of the Dawn pack and Caitlin's brother, Arthur Graham. Curling herself in his arms like a total bitch. I could only imagine how she got involved with him.My anger reached the rising point and I clenched my fist, I needed to let out rage so I stormed out of the dance floor and went to sit in front of the bar. The bartender quickly served me something strong, although werewolves barely got drunk, I could feel the heat of the alcohol on my skin.I gestured for the bartender to pour me another glass, gulping down everything. My soul was boiling, and my wolf was beginning to get aggressive.I needed something to calm me down. One part of me wanted to pull her out of Arthur's hand and
*The Girl You Rejected*"You're a fucking bitch, you kissed him back there, where did you learn to be so forward? While we were together, you never let me touch you, I could barely kiss you now you go out there kissing another man."I remained silent."Answer me!" He barked.Refusing to dignify his question, I glared at him. "I said it's none of your fucking business!"."It's such a pity that you'd go out there, whoring yourself to Arthur just because he has so much power, do you think you can make me jealous? You're nothing to me. You are the girl I rejected.""Well, I don't think that's the case..." I replied with a bitter smile on my face, I tried as much as possible to keep my head up high, telling myself one thing, that I was over this man. I can live a better life without him."Because you dared to corner me. I can tell how much you're dying inside." I sneered."Yeah really? Then I'll be honest here, I need compensation." The smile on his face was a grim one. "You need to make i
Beta-turned OmegaElara's POVI didn't see any need to disclose my personal affairs to a stranger. His grey eyes bore into mine, and I looked away, feeling compelled to speak yet resisting the urge. I averted my gaze, attempting to reduce the awkwardness in the car.I rubbed my arms together, protecting my skin from the cold, and suddenly he pulled so close to me, separating my hands and putting them behind my back before his lips fell on mine. At first, it left me dumbfounded, my brain finding it hard to comprehend what was happening. Arthur's lips on mine! I must surely be dreaming.He bit my lower lip, making me flinch, and at the same time, his warm tongue soothed the pain, brushing off the wound. He took the small opening as he went, letting his wet tongue slip into my mouth, exploring every corner. My hands and feet felt wobbly under his touch.I felt the need to squirm under him, letting my hand run a few times over his half-buttoned shirt which exposed his bare, chiseled chest
Against her Will*Harden's POV:After the event, I left the winter ball with Caitlin, anger brewing inside of me as we drove silently home. I couldn't take my mind off today's event. I left Caitlin off at the mansion before going to the pack house.I stormed into the pack council chamber, my steps echoing the thunder of my troubled emotions. After seeing them together, I needed answers. I felt doubled cross. My Beta, Jack, looked up from the documents strewn across the table, his face shifting from concentration to concern as he met my seething gaze. He was about to say something, but I beat him to it."Did you know?" The words escaped my lips, turmoil brewing within me.Jack hung back for a moment. I noticed his eyes avoiding mine before finally meeting my intense gaze. "What is it, Alpha?" His response fueled my anger. Did he dare to pretend? Damn!"Don't act like you know nothing! You fuckin' fooled me," I uttered, rubbing my hand over my face frustratingly as I thought of how good
LongingWhat was she thinking? This pack belonged to Caitlin's brother, and there was no way she'd be avoiding her for so long. But then she wasn't sure she could face her today. Elara decided that she would leave the necklace with the receptionist, almost turning to leave, but the conversation between Arthur and Caitlin caught her attention.In the room, Arthur was seated on his chair, reading some files before putting in his signature while Caitlin stood by his side with her arm crossed around his left arm, shaking and pestering him."Arthur..." She called, her voice like a cat in distress. Arthur did his best to ignore her disturbance and focused his whole attention on the papers."Please see him this once. Even Father has met with Harden a few times, so why won't you meet with my mate? Don't you care how he's treating me? Don't you want to know how I'm living?""You're not married yet, though a few rituals are done, there's still much left before you're officially his wife. You ca
Threading on two boats Elara's POV:"Uhmm?" said Harden. "I asked what you're doing here, and with a man..." My fist clenched under the table as I cursed my luck. Why does he have to come here? This place isn't his territory.Not wanting him to create a ruckus in front of lawyer Tony, I gestured for him to come outside with me, hoping he'd listen. On my way out of the restaurant, I noticed that I was alone. I turned back to find Harden still standing in front of Tony, his hands hanging on his hips, the look in his eyes not a good one. I could sense trouble brewing in the air."Hey, Jerk, what are you doing with her?" He asked Tony, who acted indifferent. "Shit," I muttered, slapping my head hard. Why was he bent on disgracing me wherever I go?I stormed back to the table, mustering enough courage."Harden, please leave," I said with a stern expression. He turned from Tony to me and asked, "What are you doing here?" And then tittered. His hand pinched the bridge of his nose, "Here I
Harden Loves Me.In a while, Arthur arrived at the station. He was wearing a casual outfit, Black sweatpants, and a grey cardigan. A tired look on his face and his golden hair looked like he'd run his hands over it a few times. His eyes scrutinized Elara from head to toe the moment he set his eyes on her, not saying a word before shifting his gaze to Caitlin who rushed to his side. She ignored Elara's presence, talking to Arthur directly."It's great you're here, brother. The officer wouldn't listen to me," Caitlin said. "He insists that Harden instigated trouble himself. Come with me," she continued, leading Arthur to meet the chief officer. His arrival at the police station sent whispers rippling among the officers. Many of them knew him and the position he held. He was one of the most famous lawyers in the city an Alpha of the biggest pack in the South.Caitlin felt proud to have her brother here, and her chin tightened. Moments ago, she was trying to tell them who her older brothe