Lillian's POV"Hey, what's wrong?" Flora asked softly.I looked at her and then smiled sadly."Nothing is wrong," I answered and then looked at the door nervously.A few hours had gone by since Flora came into my room looking very happy.She embraced me while telling me how thankful she was to be chosen to serve me in the pack house. At first, I wanted to tell her how it was the Alpha's decision, but stopped when I thought of her leaving and refusing to stay in fear.I didn't know what he was planning on doing or what he wanted from me, but I'm sure it wasn't that good since there was never a day he was kind to me. That's why I needed Flora on my side, that way if something bad was to happen, I would run to her side."Flora," I called as I stood in fear with a rapidly beating heart. I could smell the scent of Jace getting stronger and light footsteps approaching my room."Don't worry, I'll talk to him," she answered and then walked to the door and opened it."Thank you," I whispered s
Jace's POVI couldn't stop smiling as she ate. Although I knew she was uncomfortable, I didn't want to leave. Whenever I looked elsewhere and back at her, I found her smiling too at the food or at Flora, but once she noticed my gaze, her smile faded."Would you like me to order some pizza tomorrow?" I asked.Seeing how she was enjoying her food, she would love to eat pizza. That's what was going through my mind."I don't think I could like it, so it's fine," she answered as I frowned.She was speaking as if she had never tasted it."That's because she hasn't," Ridge responded coldly."Oh, I see," I said, then stood up and walked to the balcony.It was late, and soon everyone would be indoors resting. Only a few warriors would stay awake patrolling."The sky is surely beautiful today," I whispered softly then raised my hand to the sky calmly and closed my eyes, enjoying the breeze."I want to sleep next to her," I spoke to Ridge silently."Don't even think about it," came his warning.
Lillian's POVI couldn't sleep much last night after the incident, and I didn't want Flora to know because she would be worried."I hate how you acted. We are not weak like before. We could have slit her throat, and that asshole of a mate wouldn't have stopped us," Maila said seriously.Why didn't she understand that Leah was part of our little trauma throughout the years? For us to get over it, it was going to take some time. Moreover, seeing the Alpha hit her brought back unwanted memories. In that moment, my body couldn't move in fear, and I saw myself in Leah's place.When he spoke to me, I couldn't stop the words that came out of my mouth. I kicked him out of his own room."This pack is also ours. We are the rightful Luna," Maila growled, displeased by my thoughts."Maila...," I called silently."Why don't you let me take over? I fear no one, and I am capable of protecting us from anyone.You won't experience such sad and hurtful moments when you allow me to be in charge," she sai
Jace's POVI had never cried so much in my life, but it seemed whenever it came to her, I couldn't control myself.Seeing her smile happily and wholeheartedly talk to me over something made me break down. It also made Ridge very happy. I was certain she didn't do it consciously, but either way, it made us so happy."Thank you," I said again as I took the slice from her hand and began eating.Pizza wasn't something I enjoyed eating, but it was something that I usually talked about because my late mother loved it."If it's okay with you, would it be okay if we went together to get pizza. Not today but any day?" I asked.She sat down next to me and then looked at Flora, who quickly nodded."O..Kay," she answered in a low tone."Thank you," I mouthed the words to Flora who smiled and tilted her head to the side to show respect."Um.. please excuse me. Seeing how the Luna is eating, I'll have to take back this tray of breakfast to the kitchen," she said."No, Flora, leave it just like that
Jace's POV"Alpha, you called?" Talic asked seriously."Yes, allow Harvey to take over," I ordered.He frowned for a second while he looked at Light, Paul, and Edith who were already in the room, then closed his eyes. When he opened them, I smiled."Good, so Paul, Harvey, and Light, I have a favor to ask of you," I said as they all looked at me seriously."I want you to make me the most irresistible Alpha who's ever lived," I said as they looked at me coldly.I did expect them to act in some type of way, but what was with the cold aura around them?"What the fuck?" Harvey whispered in disbelief."I'm sorry, Jace, but by chance did you just say we should make you the most irresistible Alpha in the world? Is that why you called us urgently?" Paul asked."Yes, because it is urgent!" I exclaimed."Fine, but does that explain why you asked my woman to join us? Not to mention in your bedroom!" Harvey exclaimed.I looked at Edith and noticed how she was looking at him with flushed cheeks. Wh
Lillian's POV"He said he would return in the evening," I said softly while I looked at myself in the mirror again."So?" Maila asked."What do you mean? We have to look good," I answered seriously while I brushed a strand of hair from my forehead.I was putting on a night robe which looked nothing like something you can sleep in. It was silky yet had some beautiful diamonds on the side of my neckline, it also had red rose flowers and little stars on it. I was very happy that it had stripes that showed off my shoulders and the white hair covering my back made the dress look even more appealing. I wasn't fully confident in my body but it looked much nicer than it would have back then. My face was natural and I wanted it that way."Stop it already," she said, making me roll my eyes in annoyance."If he is going to dress up for us, the least we could do is try and do the same," I answered."What makes you think he would even do his best to look good for us? He might just put on clean, ir
Jace's POVI moved hand in hand with Lillian approaching the pack's border in silence. After that embrace, I gathered my courage and asked her for a walk, which she reluctantly agreed to. As we walked, we both chose to enjoy our quiet time together.I looked at her with a smile and then stopped moving as she did the same. I didn't think much about it because I really wanted to spend some time with her, but outside, it was beginning to get cold."Excuse me," I said and then let go of her hand and took off my jacket.She frowned deeply but kept quiet."Here," I said in a low tone while I put it around her shoulders."It is very late and it is getting chilly," I whispered."Thank you," she whispered back.I folded my long sleeves and then linked my hand to hers with a smile."I heard that you like it whenever I'm dressed in dark red or blue, how true is that?" I asked when we began to walk."Um...back then, whenever you wore such a color, you looked even more handsome than you already we
Lillian's POVI was stunned, at the same time happy, as I stood looking at him in a daze. In just a second, the kiss that felt like it would go on forever ended just like that. I wanted to feel more because it was mind-blowing, yet I didn't know where to begin or how to ask.Was it weird that our tongues touched? Was that why he immediately pulled back?"Did you pull back because our tongues touched?" I asked in a low tone, then got startled when he laughed loudly.That's when it clicked that I was standing in the presence of Alpha Ridge."You are funny and naive in a cute way," he said as he linked his hand with mine.My heart was beating rapidly as I swallowed hard."Alpha Ridge, it's...,""Cut the formalities. Call me Ridge," he ordered and then moved my hand to his lips and kissed it.I shyly smiled and looked to the side to avoid his intense gaze. He looked as if he would eat me up."Shall we go back?" He asked.Go back? So soon?"What?" He asked when a minute went by in silence.
Glen's POV I marched into my mother's living room furiously and moved in front of her.As usual, she was relaxing and drinking her cup of coffee calmly.Despite her age, she still looked very good. Her blond curly hair was nicely done, and she had on the finest pearls around her neck. Her diamond ring, which she wore on her finger, was bigger than the last time I had seen it, and she was wearing the most expensive brand known."We need to talk," I said seriously.She glanced at her butler, who stood close to the balcony looking at us, and then back at me."I asked you to always welcome my pup whenever he visits, but that doesn't mean I allowed you to let him in whenever I'm having my calm tea time," she said seriously."I apologize, Luna. I did pick up his scent, but I didn't think of stopping him because it has been long since you last saw him," he answered and then lowered his gaze to the floor.Now everything made sense! Back then, I wondered how she was still called Luna when she
Lillian's POV "Las and Light took the news rather hard yesterday, and Glen, that loser, was a damn pain. He couldn't even let Dominic take over or stay for a few minutes. What a pathetic, lonely fool," Jace said in a displeased tone."You know, maybe he acted like that because he doesn't want anyone to see that he is hurting. After all, he lost his mate to his twin brother, whom he met for the very first time. I'm sure he is shocked and feeling sad knowing he had a family besides you and that he was kept in the dark," I answered."Well, screw him. Dominic is the only one I consider family now. I mean, I too am still shocked that I have more family," he said and then sighed heavily."What's wrong?" I asked in concern."I worry about Paul, and I felt a little sad when he chose to stay back," he answered seriously."I felt bad too," I said softly.He was lying down on the bed, resting his head on my lap while I attended to him."But I'm really happy for him," he said.I paused, cleaning
Jace's POV "Paul, are you going with us or not? Sky's Beta has gone to look for Sophie. If he finds her, we are all going to leave. So, are you coming with us or not?" I asked through our mind-link.He was my friend, whom I cherished a lot. If he chose to stay for his mate, then there was nothing I could do."I'm really sorry, Jace," came his response.I looked at Lillian sadly, then at Harvey. They could both hear him through our mind-link. "I honestly want to go with you guys, but I can't leave my mate behind. She isn't well at all; a healer discovered that she has a heart problem, and right now she needs all the support she can get," he answered."Our pack has healers too; you can come with her. Edith can also help a lot," Harvey said."I know, but that doesn't mean her very close friend Harley will be there," he answered."Then why not convince her to come back or even drag her if she...!""Harvey," I called softly and then shook my head, stopping him before he could finish his
Ruff's POVI had my gaze lowered to the floor when Sky walked past me.Although he had asked me to leave, I couldn't go far. I stood in the passage, listening to his conversation carefully. He was very upset and sad, and he obviously felt betrayed. Although he wanted to talk to no one, he was still my Alpha and friend, and as his Beta, I needed to be by his side or close by, and he knew that. That's why he said loudly that no one was to come close to him, knowing that I was nearby, listening.I went back into the living room and looked at Harley, who had a very sad expression on her face."Luna, I really am so sorry about everything. He really didn't mean what he said. It's just that right now he is confused and may be feeling sad and upset over the intruders. The way I know him, he will come around soon; all you have to do is give him a few hours. Do rest in your room; I'll have the two Omegas who attended to you stand outside your room just in case you need something," I said seriou
Sky's POV"Dad, what's wrong?" I asked with concern as I grabbed his shoulders.He looked at me seriously, and for the first time, I saw fear in his eyes."He can't be alive; it's impossible," he whispered as I frowned."Dad, I don't understand," I said, and then I looked at Riff when he walked in and moved to my side, standing next to Harley, who was looking at my father with a shocked expression on her face."What happened here? Where were you, Riff?" I asked loudly."I'm sorry, Alpha. After escorting the guests to the living room, I went to talk to the elderly omegas as you had asked me," he answered, annoying me."I asked you to do that days ago!" I exclaimed."I know, but at that time, the one who had the needed information was very sick and could barely talk. Today, when I was mind-linked about her wanting to talk, I went, and that's where I am coming from," he answered.I sighed heavily and then looked at my father."Dad, you need rest," I said softly."I do not need rest, and
Harley's POV "Talk, Glen," I said seriously once I stood in front of him, and that seemed to shock him because he widened his eyes."Harley," he called softly."I said, 'Talk, Glen.' I really don't want to stand here all day," I said honestly."Glen? You really think I'm him?" he asked with a raised brow.Was he messing around at such a moment? He really was the worst."It seems you have nothing serious to say," I answered, and I was about to turn when he grabbed my hand.I instantly pulled my hand away. Although the tingles felt nice, I found his touch repulsive."I'm sorry, I didn't mean to grab your hand without permission. I just didn't want you to leave me here. Um... I don't know if you remember, but we met at the office. That time I was about to fall and lose my balance, but you helped me into my office," he said as I glared at him."Yes, I also remember you asking me not to touch you. I remember you cursing me out in front of my colleagues and saying harsh, painful words to m
Jace's POV I was very upset over the fact that I had been standing outside for half an hour now, and no one seemed to want to invite us in or offer us a damn seat!"Dominic, I suggest you go in there and drag your mate away from your evil look-alike twin or whatever he is, because we can't stay here any longer," I said seriously."I wish I could, but I know that won't be possible, and I'm not going anywhere without her," he answered seriously."Damn it, then I will be the one to do it," I said, then walked to the pack house's entrance."Jace," Lillian called in concern."Don't worry, I will be just fine," I answered.The Alpha of this pack was very strong, but his anger was definitely directed more towards Dominic than towards us."I'm sorry, I can't let you in," the pack's Beta, who had left with the injured warriors a while ago, said as he approached me."Do you realize that my Gamma is in your pack house?" I asked seriously."I do, that's why I apologize, Alpha. Unfortunately, I s
Harley's POVOh, so she had no idea he was her mate? Clearly, she didn’t even know there were different types of supernatural beings. That’s why she was crying and screaming in fear, overwhelmed by what was happening.I, too, was shocked. For a moment, I thought I was hearing things when I first heard Molly's voice. But then she called out again, and I couldn’t stay put as Sky had asked me to. That’s why I rushed out, desperate to see if it was really her.When I reached the pack house, I was frozen by the sight of the fight in front of me. Yes, I’d heard growls and snarls, but I never expected this. I didn’t know how to react. That’s when Jade took over, and suddenly, everyone backed down, the fight stopping. Sky's wolf approached us, towering over me. Fear gripped me, but Jade stood her ground, unfazed. It must have worked because he dashed into the pack house, leaving us behind.I was even more stunned when Glen shifted into his human form, surrounded by a few guests from the party
Molly's POVI was kneeling on the ground with tears running down my cheeks. I was so scared, and I felt very confused over the fight that was happening around me. There was blood everywhere, and the lady in front of me, who was doing her best to hold the barrier around us, looked so tired.Why did they bring me to such a dangerous place in the first place? Was Harley even here?Wait, Harley!I got to my feet, closed my eyes, and took a deep breath to calm myself down. Once I felt better, I opened them."Harley! Where are you? Harley, I am so scared right now!" I screamed at the top of my voice as the lady looked at me in surprise.I knew it was useless for her to hear my voice because the growls and snarls around me were very loud. But it was still worth a try."Harley, please! It's me, Molly!" I screamed, then sighed in relief when I saw her come out of the huge mansion, running.She looked around with a shocked expression on her face, then raised her hands."Stop!" she screamed in a