~HUNTER "I thought I was imagining things when she walked into the cafeteria," Olivia began, her excitement spilling out with each word. "But then she came to our table, saw Megan, and insisted we go shopping. I thought I was dreaming until we actually got to the mall! She bought a ton of cute things for Megan and me." I was momentarily distracted by something on my screen when she suddenly shoved a dress right in front of my face."Look at this, Daddy!""That looks pretty," I said, genuinely finding the dress adorable. "The day you wear that, you'll look just like Cinderella."She chuckled softly. "I can't look like Cinderella in a ballerina's dress, Daddy.""Oh, my bad. I thought it looked a lot like Cinderella's dress," I confessed, rubbing the bridge of my nose as she giggled even more. "Hey, stop laughing at me, will you? I don't watch those Disney princess movies with you, after all." I playfully rebuked her."Then you should join me sometime and get familiar with their names,
~SELENAI slowly woke up, my eyes aching from the harsh light above me as I squinted, trying to take in my surroundings. At first, everything seemed to blur and multiply into a thousand pieces, but the haze gradually faded, leaving me with a throbbing headache.I reached up to touch my head, wincing when I felt the thick layers of bandages wrapped around it. As I tried to sit up, a sharp pain shot through my side, forcing me back down. I noticed an IV in my arm and bandages wrapped around my torso. My whole body hurt like hell.Giving up on the idea of sitting up, I lay back down, stifling groans as my mind drifted back to the sudden, violent attack—the gunshots, the glass shattering, the car swerving out of control.A shiver ran down my spine, turning my limbs cold as I thought about Lionel and Jared. I wondered if they were okay after fighting so hard against the armed men.The last thing I remembered from the attack was Lionel being shot when he was trying to protect me. I thought
~SELENAIt was difficult to stop Killian's suspicions. Even now, I can sense that he still hasn’t fully accepted my reassurances.I should have known that he's an Alpha and can’t be easily swayed by just words before impulsively blurting out what I did. And now, I’m starting to wonder if telling him the truth is the best option, given how detached he’s been since I was discharged from the hospital.Although he’s always around to help and keep me company, something about him seems off, and I can’t quite explain it. It bothers me so much that I can’t sleep well, even with him beside me.Killian’s presence used to be comforting, but it doesn’t feel that way anymore. It’s heartbreaking that things are turning out like this.He’s always shown me love, supported me, and been honest from the start of our relationship. Holding back the truth from him feels selfish.If I tell him about Nadia’s threats, I would also have to tell him about my past and how I’ve regained my memories. Unfortunately
~SELENAStanding in front of the mirror, I sighed deeply for what felt like the hundredth time. I stared at my reflection, feeling like the world was closing in on me after hearing Killian's conversation with Jared.My heart felt heavy with the weight of what I’d heard, and I was confused about what to do next. I hadn’t even thought of a plan because I was so shaken. I couldn’t think straight; my mind was a mess, and I was starting to feel the strain of it all.Earlier, I’d decided to tell Killian the truth about my past—how I’d regained my memories and everything. But after overhearing their conversation, holding on to the truth seemed like the safest choice. Still, I wasn’t completely sure about keeping it all from him.I seriously need time to think this through before revealing my past to Killian. One wrong move could set off a bomb, and everything we have might come crashing down. That’s my biggest fear.Maybe the first step is figuring out how much animosity Killian has against
~SELENA I denied immediately, shaking my head. “No, I haven't and I don't wish to know about my past at all because I've you.” I let my hands move from his face down to his shoulders in a gentle pace that inflamed the desires in his eyes. “I'm addicted to you and can't leave you for anyone else, Killian. My body, heart and soul wants you and you only”. By the time I was done speaking, he had already buried his head on my neck, kissing a spot I assume he was going to etch his mark on.He pulled back a little, and I cursed beneath my heavy breath. He chuckled softly, clearly knowing I was starting to get offended by his constant interruption. “Let’s take it slow, babe. We've have all night to ourselves,” he locked our lips in a brief kiss to wane my frustration. “You will need some distraction from the pain” as he said that, his large hand glided up my thigh, pulling my lingerie along. My muscles tensed up as I felt his hand reach my drenched core. He played with my vagina's lips, g
~SELENAI slowly opened my eyes, squinting against the bright light streaming through the open blinds. A soft smile formed on my face as memories of last night played in my min but as I turned to the other side of the bed to find it empty, I sighed in disappointment upon seeing the space beside me was empty. I lingered on his spot for a moment, taking in his scent from the sheets before sitting up. As I stood, my legs trembled. Killian really wore me out last night. After we satisfied our desires in bed, we moved to the shower, but ended up indulging ourselves again.Last night was pure ecstasy, the best I've ever had. Killian left me craving more. I might have worn him out because he didn’t hold back in fulfilling my every desire. Even now, I still feel sensual. If he were here, I wouldn’t be able to resist him.“Enough, Laura,” I told myself. It’s time to get out of bed.Oh, I almost forgot—I have plans today. With that in mind, I slipped out of the sheets, got out of bed, and hea
~KILLIANIt's so sexy and also amusing how Laura denies wanting me for breakfast. She confidently turned down my request for us to go upstairs and continue from where we stopped last night, after provoking me with those sensual massages. Right now, I feel like teaching her a lesson not to ever purposely leave me in the clutches of my desires for her. She would scream from those lessons, maybe even cry, but until she begs for my mercy, I will never let her go. Dipping my head onto her neck, only the goddess knows how badly I wanted to act on my wild thoughts as I sniffed her scent, my hips pressing hard against the fullness of her rear end. I honestly love this naughty side of her. She effortlessly arouses me with just her voice and scent. To say the least, I'm fucking addicted to every inch of her. If not for the kids in the next room, I'd hoist her up onto the kitchen surface and part those toned legs. How I wished she could be quiet while I feed her cunt right here. Unfortunate
~SELENAI lied to him again. I couldn't stop myself, especially after I saw his reaction to the mail. I might not fully understand the depth of their hatred, but the way Killian's mood shifted was a clear sign that he despises Hunter.It hurt when he raised his voice at me this morning, all because of Hunter. The anger in his eyes as he scolded me showed just how deep his hatred runs. I don't think I can calm that anger or talk him out of it.What I need to do now is get Hunter off my back with this appointment of his, and fast. It's starting to raise questions from Killian, and I'm afraid he might start digging into things with Jared.Once those two team up, only the goddess can stop them. That's my biggest fear, and it will only get worse if they discover anything about my past with Hunter.I'm seriously torn about whether to tell him myself. What if telling him ruins his love for me and the kids, knowing that the blood of his enemy runs through their veins?He said he would destroy
~KILLIANKatrina sent her location, and I managed to get Laura to stick to the plan. She’s gone to Hunter’s pack with Liliana to get Megan.Meanwhile, I’m driving with my men toward Katrina’s location, unsure where the hell Hunter and his men are. We were supposed to come together, but it seems he wants to do things his own way. It’s laughable how he thinks he can win Laura back by playing the hero.Out of nowhere, something smashed into my windshield, shattering it into pieces. My car swerved dangerously and screeched to a halt.Goddess.“What was that?”I mind-linked Jared.“I think we’re being ambushed, Alpha!” he reported, making my eyes widen.I quickly grabbed my gun from the compartment and jumped out of the car when Jared shouted, “Get down, Alpha!”A bullet whizzed past me, missing by a hair’s breadth. I ducked and took cover behind the car.My men were already shooting at the ambushers, and the air was thick with the smell of blood.Loading my gun, I joined the fight and soo
~HUNTER My eyes nearly popped out of their sockets when I heard the doctor’s report about Olivia’s condition.“She was poisoned?!”I’d been sure she was just having one of her usual asthma attacks, not this!“Yes, Alpha. We discovered the juice she drank was poisoned.”What? Who brings poison to a kid’s party?Confused, I turned to Alpha Newton, who had been with me in the doctor’s office. Nadia was at Olivia’s bedside, sobbing uncontrollably.“Don’t you know anything about this?” I demanded, glaring at him, but he stayed silent. “If you’d let Olivia stay under my roof, this wouldn’t have happened,” I snapped.Newton narrowed his eyes at me, his expression challenging. “Even if Olivia makes it through this, you won’t be keeping her!”I growled in response. We locked eyes, our anger palpable, until the doctor interrupted. “Can we continue now?”“What’s the plan to fix her condition?” I asked urgently.“Miss Olivia’s blood is contaminated by the poison she ingested. She’ll need a tran
~THIRD POV"I'm so glad you could make it to my birthday!” Olivia beamed at Megan as they broke away from a tight embrace.“I wouldn’t miss it for the world! Besides, I’ve been missing you all holiday, so I figured this was the perfect chance to see you,” Megan replied, her smile growing as they walked into the grand living room where the party was in full swing.“Same here! I tried calling you, but you wouldn’t pick up!” Olivia said with a frown.“My mom confiscated my phone. I don’t know why, but she seems to be against our friendship,” Megan mused.Olivia's frown deepened. “Why would she be against it? Did I do something wrong?”Megan shrugged. “I don’t think so, but I’m not sure. If I had told her I was coming here, she wouldn’t have let me.”“You sneaked out?” Olivia gasped.“I told you I’d do anything to be here, didn’t I? So, here we are!”“You’re so brave, Megan. I wish I could be like you, but don’t you think your mom will be mad at you?” Olivia asked thoughtfully.“She will,
~KILLIANI'm devastated.It's been two weeks since Laura left the pack, and I haven't been myself. I've been panicking, worried about where she might have gone, especially with the kids and my baby.She hasn't been answering my calls or replying to any of my texts. I suspect she might have changed her number so I can't trace her location.Even with Liliana's relentless help, we're still short of clues about where she might be. I've also been to all the properties she owns, but none of the caretakers have seen her.She probably thinks I'd harm her if I found out where she is. She knew I'd look for her at her properties, so she played it safe by not going there.I wanted Laura all these years, and when I finally had her, I lost her in the blink of an eye.I wish I could turn back time and right my wrongs. At the very least, I wouldn't have scared her with that damn gun!SighThe guilt of my actions is eating me alive as the days go by, and I fear I might become even more devastated if I
~KILLIANI blinked, completely stunned at the sight of her, wondering if I was imagining things, but the truth kept staring back at me. It was all real.There she was, standing and looking back at me, just as shocked.My stepmom.Liliana.“Killian!” she whispered, taking a step closer, her eyes filling with tears.“Mom!”I rushed forward and hugged her, my heart pounding with joy as I felt the warmth of her skin against mine. She wasn't a ghost; she was real!Her tears soaked my shoulder as I held her tighter, savoring the familiar jade scent I thought I'd never smell again after that dreadful night.I couldn’t stop my tears. They fell as I remembered how unbearable life was when I finally accepted they were dead because I couldn’t find a trace of her and Laura.It took years for me to accept their absence and push through the pain to become who I am today.She finally pulled away, her eyes shining with tears and relief. She looked just as young and beautiful as I remembered, except h
I locked eyes with Katrina, then turned back to him, my gaze narrowing dangerously. Could he have been working with Katrina all this time to kill Laura?In a flash, I caught him as he tried to bolt from the room, grabbing him by the neck. I yanked the gun from his pocket and slammed him against the wall. He collapsed to the ground, breathing heavily, blood trickling down his face.As Katrina stepped closer, trying to calm me down, I aimed the gun at her, a silent warning to stay back.“How long have you been working with her?” I demanded from Lionel.He swallowed hard, his voice trembling. “Since you left for your last business trip. Forgive me, Alpha!”Anger darkened my eyes. This had been going on for so long, and I never knew!“What else did she pay you to do besides poisoning Laura?”From the corner of my eye, I saw Katrina shaking her head at him, signaling him to stay quiet as he glanced her way.His face turned pale as I cocked the gun. “What else?” “She paid me to plant a mo
~KILLIANPulling up in front of Katrina's apartment, I felt a nervous knot twist in my stomach as I got out and hurried to the entrance.It was like she was already waiting for me because before I could even knock, the door swung open."That was fast," she said with a smile.I didn’t bother to return it. Keeping a straight face, I asked, "What evidence did you find?"She closed the distance between us, suddenly leering at me as she slowly ran her hand up my arm.Sensing her intentions, I swatted her hand away, my jaw tightening with anger. "Is this what you called me for?"She let out a bitter chuckle. "So, it’s come to the point where I can't even touch you?""Stop acting dumb. That was more than just a touch," I snapped, glaring at her. "We've been over this. I have a mate now, and you know what happens if I choose to cheat."I don't desire her anymore. The urge to be with her died the moment Laura came into my life, though I refused to accept it at first. My commitment to Laura goe
~THIRD POV.Fifteen-year-old Killian hid behind the trunk of a tree, his blue eyes wide open, tears filling them as he helplessly watched his father being surrounded by a pack of wolves.As he stood there, fidgeting, Killian wondered what was wrong with his father. His father had never been too weak to fight back. To say the least, Killian always saw his father as undefeated."The strongest man alive," Killian had teased his father a moment earlier while he taught him how to hunt. But then, suddenly, his father sensed something and urged him to seek safety back in the pack grounds. But little Killian couldn't just leave his father.He was curious why his father had told him to go back so suddenly and decided to hide behind the tree to find out the reason.But what he didn't know was that the reason would wound his heart and leave a scar on it.It happened before his eyes.So quick!Like a bolt of lightning.His father was brought down by just a single shot. Killian flinched, nearly le
~KILLIANI glanced at my wristwatch for the umpteenth time, my eyebrows knitting together in concern. Laura still hadn't returned from the washroom. Just as I was about to go look for her, she was announced as the winner of the category. Since she wasn’t in the hall, I went up on stage to accept the award on her behalf, but my thoughts were elsewhere. I quickly rounded up the speech, almost too abruptly, and handed the award to Droost as I stepped down from the podium."I'll be right back," I told him, my tone hurried. My mind raced with all the negative possibilities as I made my way to the restroom area.Keeping my composure, I walked down the corridor leading to the washrooms and knocked on the first door. "Laura?" I called out.There was silence, and just as I was about to move to the next door, it opened. I stepped inside quickly, feeling relieved at the sight of her. But my relief faded as I noticed her slightly teary eyes."Are you okay?" I asked, my worry evident.She nodded.