~KILLIANEverything happened so fast and I had no idea about it until Jared called me. Even after his call, I was still grappling to understand what he meant. I continued calling him but there were no answers from his end until news reached me from the security head that there was an exchange on the fourth floor and Jared was shot.The bullet shot at Jared was purely made from silver, a rare type of bullet that cost a fortune. It gives me a clue that the mastermind was wealthy because only the rich could afford such weapons. Jared was lucky and I was relieved the bullet missed his heart by just a thread otherwise the pack and his family would have been mourning his death by now. However, he lost a lot of blood and is unconscious, but he will be fine.I singlehandedly operated the bullet out of him, and gave him the necessary treatment for speedy recovery, so I'm sure he would be back up on his feet in no time. I'm currently in the security room watching how it all happened and I'm
~SELENAThe sound of the kids' laughter and chatter reached my ears as I slowly made my way down the stairs.It's been over three days since I was discharged from the hospital, and all I’ve done is stay in bed, barely moving a muscle to do anything other than to eat and take my bath. Killian made sure I stayed in bed, either sleeping or passing the time with my cellphone. He even temporarily banned me from making any business or hospital-related calls.He said he didn’t want me to stress myself or the baby. I was thrilled when Killian told me I was pregnant. If there was a word beyond excitement, that's how I’ve been feeling since I received the news. But I can't shake off the fact that someone wants me dead again. It's pretty pathetic how they failed miserably—again.Killian assured me he had everything under control and that I should ease my mind from worrying about it but I just can’t. I’ve had enough of these pests. I can’t wait to find out who exactly it is and hit them where i
~KILLIANMy cell phone suddenly rang, interrupting our conversation. I pulled it out of my pocket and noticed the call was from an unfamiliar number. But I had a sneaking suspicion about who it might be."I'll be right back," I said to Laura, and she slid down from my back.I headed towards the door and stepped outside to the front yard before answering the call.As soon as I accepted the call, a familiar voice came through. "Hello? It's me, Gael, Alpha of the Skywalker pack."Just as I thought."You've found your parents already?" I asked, remembering the promise I’d made to help him locate them. But with everything going on with Laura, I hadn’t had the chance to follow through. He was probably calling to remind me."I haven’t. You promised to help me, remember?" he grumbled.I hate his guts. If I didn’t need something from his parents, I would’ve kicked his arrogant ass a long time ago. He’s so full of himself."I’ve got too much on my plate right now," I replied calmly, trying to k
~NADIAAs I scrolled through my phone, my heart sank while reading the comments about Hunter’s alleged mental impairment. The news had spread like wildfire, and it seemed like everyone on the internet had something to say.Just a few hours ago, I was at the mall, picking up decorations for Olivia’s birthday party, when I overheard some customers gossiping about it. Their cruel words felt like salt in an open wound.But nothing could have prepared me for the humiliation waiting at the company entrance, where paparazzi swarmed, hurling ridiculous questions at me.The backlash was growing worse by the hour, and Hunter wasn’t doing anything to stop it. He didn’t seem to care that his family was being dragged into this mess.My phone rang, and I wasn’t surprised to see it was my dad. I knew what this call would be about but I picked anyway. “Hello, Dad.”“Nadia, what the hell is going on?” he snapped.I sighed. “Dad, it’s just a rumor—”He cut me off with a huff. “A rumor? You and I both
~SELENA "It's just salmon soup; it won't hurt me if I cook it myself!"I whined for the umpteenth time, but Killian didn't seem like he was going to let me touch anything in the kitchen. He was dead set on making me sit down and watch him prepare breakfast, just like he's been doing ever since the poison incident.Honestly, I can't remember the last time I ate something I cooked—or even something the maids made. Oh, right, he banned the maids from cooking too. Now, he prepares all the family meals himself, refusing to let me help even a little."I'll be the only one cooking your meals and making your teas, so stop trying to interfere," he calmly told me, his serious expression leaving no room for argument.I decided to give up on joining him for now, but I was determined to make him understand that I wanted to cook with him. It seemed more romantic to me than just sitting and watching him struggle to get the right amount of spices on his own."You're going to make it too spicy if you
~HUNTERA sneer curled on my lips as I scrolled through the comments on the post about my supposed curse. Each one was more venomous than the last, mocking me and suggesting I see a psychiatrist.My deepest secret, kept hidden for years, was now plastered all over the media, thanks to that bitch!It spread like wildfire, and now I'm losing deals with my partners. Even my own pack members are starting to renounce my leadership. Alpha Newton had already stopped by a few days ago to take Olivia away from me. It feels like everyone is abandoning me.I expected Nadia to do the same, but she stayed. Not that her presence means anything to me. In fact, she's to blame for all of this mess.If she hadn’t driven Selena away that night, maybe I’d have finally found my sanity.Nadia's presence only serves as a constant reminder of my failures with Selena, and I've been trying every possible way to make her leave. But she seems determined to stay, no matter what.So, I let her stay, doing whatever
~HUNTER"Don't you dare outsmart me once we get in there, or you can count yourself dead!" I threatened Ann, glaring at her through the rearview mirror. She sat in the back seat, fidgeting nervously."And try to act normal," I hissed, turning my gaze back to the windshield, waiting for Liam to return. I had sent him with some money to bribe the guys guarding the entrance. Besides dressing as someone else’s clone, they were my only shot at getting into the event without being noticed. Mrs. Salvador was going to pay dearly for all this trouble she was putting me through.I exhaled deeply and checked my wristwatch. Liam was taking too long. Maybe he was struggling to convince the guards to take the money. It’s tough to bribe your way into a big event like this, but I offered them a fortune. Just then, I spotted Liam approaching, and my stomach tightened with nerves. There had to be good news."What did they say?" I asked as he stopped beside the window."They agreed, but you have to ke
~HUNTERI couldn’t mistake that face. I was sure of it—Mrs. Salvador was Selena. My heart dropped into my stomach as I stood frozen, watching Killian exchange smiles with her.It all happened so fast. One moment she was in my sight, and the next, she was gone. I snapped out of my daze and hurried after her, quietly following as she navigated into the restroom area. She entered one of the washrooms, and as I reached the door, a frown creased my face. I could hear the violent, throaty sounds coming from inside.Scared that something might be wrong, I quickly pushed the door open."I'm fine, Killian—" she began to say, but her words trailed off when she saw me standing in the doorway.At first, she didn’t recognize me, but as I removed my hat, her eyes widened in recognition."You’re Mrs. Salvador?" My voice was barely above a whisper as I struggled to shake off the shock.Snapping out of her surprise, she moved away from the sink, hardening her gaze at me. I grabbed her arm as she tried