Sebastian's POV "Are you serious?" I looked at him, observing his every reaction. This time, I wasn't so concerned about his bad breath. All I needed was to talk business and more than ever, I was glad someone recognized me in this nasty place, there was no need to be ashamed when it was spinning around in my favor. "Do I look like a clown?" He demanded keenly, waiting for a response. "You don't exactly strike me as one, but we never can tell." I sighed and swallowed the last piece of the roll. He scoffed and took a closer look at me, and then at the food he forfeited just to have a talk. If only looks could kill, I bet I would be six feet belong a hundred years ago. He shrugged. "I bet you have a better escape plan." He stood up and started to leave. With each step he took away from me, my chance for freedom deserted me. I looked from my left to my right, but no better plan seemed to come to my head. If any of the slaves knew me and was ready to help me, don't you think they w
Asher's POV "Sebastian is out," I revealed to Jasmine immediately after I got the call from my brother. Jasmine looked confused... Perhaps frightened is the best word for it, as her reactions kept switching in split seconds. She was standing in front of the mirror when I walked in and broke the news to her. Unexpectedly, she slumped on the chair right behind her, very much unstable. I rushed to her side to make sure she was comfortable. To be honest, I didn't want to involve her in this, and possibly have this sorted out myself, but there was no way I could keep her ignorant when a monster like Sebastian was on the loose. At first, I thought my brother was just trying to play a smart one on me because I'd known him for ages to know what he was capable of. He was jovial and playful and most days called the clown of the house, not in mockery though. That was why when I got back home accidentally and discovered that he was the acting alpha, I was shocked because he had never taken a
Sebastian's POV My freedom and parents were the only thing stolen from me when Jasmine and Asher locked me up in that freaking place. The pack was in the same state that I left it, or rather that they took me out of it. The only difference was that the council had to step in for the main time, with the head orchestrating an attack on Asher's pack. That, I was proud of. "Call me Elder Greg," I commanded a guard by the door. "Yes, Alpha," He responded before leaving. Now alone in the general chambers, where the assault was carried out, I drown myself in my revenge plan. I could tolerate anything done to me, but Asher went overboard by laying his filthy hands on my parents. I could only imagine how low my parents thought me right now. The look on their faces when they found out that I was indeed holding Jasmine hostage under their roof, was something I couldn't shake off, not in a million years. "You sent for me, Alpha Sebastian." Elder Greg announced his presence upon entering th
Sebastian's POV Positive?! I mean, I only loved the kids... They were adorable undeniably, and I wanted to know why they had our unique piercing royal blue eyes that beckoned to your spirit, but this result was taking it a step further, scratch that, a hundred steps further. Frankly, I didn't know how to react to this shocking revelation, if I should leap or scream at the top of my lungs, or probably sing. Instead, I froze on a spot, completely in shock. Perhaps whoever the CEO of 'Amazon laboratory' kinda knew me and was playing a trick on me. This had to be the most logical explanation. "Sir, your stuff is inside your room and I've cleaned it to enable you to sleep for the night." He informed me once he got out. "Right," I say absent-mindedly. This was the last thing on my mind, but it was none of his concern. He left the key at the tip of the locks and walked away, leaving me in my thoughts and confusion. Gaining a bit of composure for the first time, I folder the test resu
Sebastian's POV I jumped off the bed, kicking the leg of the center table and almost tumbling over, creating a scene or rather, causing harm to myself. "Ouch!" I groaned and bent down to grip my bruised toe in my hand, nursing it gently. The spot where I had hit was a bit red like blood had gathered there. It was due to my very fair skin, nothing serious that would cause any complications much later. "Easy, man," I sighed loudly as I went over to the window to raise the blinds and get my motivation for the day. Morning rays streaked through the window, giving me a perfect view of my yard and the surroundings. I had a hunch that today was gonna be a great day. It wasn't me trying to be overly optimistic about the end result of the confirmation test, but I knew nature was going to smile at me.Initially, my plan was to get to my parents, be sure they were perfectly fine before I exerted my revenge on Asher, and maybe spare Jasmine for mate's sake, but damn them should anything go ha
Asher's POV Nothing yet, no freaking news on Sebastian yet. For the umpteenth time, I pace about in the room, looking at the locked screen of my phone. I was expecting a call from home because the last time I spoke to my father, they promised that they would have Sebastian followed and let me know of his whereabouts.Right now, I didn't know the next step to take. This wouldn't pose a challenge if Jasmine had just agreed to my suggestion of eloping. It was past 1 AM in the morning, and she was fast asleep like there was no cause for worry. To be honest, I wish I could be her for a minute, but my freaking anxiety is above the bar. Pacing about quietly, I opened my phone, contemplating if to call home myself. Having no choice, I started to dial their number, besides, it would still be daytime or early evening over there. I placed the phone to my ear and impatiently waited for them to respond. Once. Twice. Thrice... No response. When it was about to drop, a familiar voice, which I w
Jasmine's POV My eyelids flickered open lazily. Initially, it was him whispering and then actually groaning, it was obvious that Asher was awake. "Who was that?" I demanded as I rolled on my back lazily. Oddly, he yelped. "Whoa!" He sighed softly, turning off the screen on his phone. I took in a deep breath, waiting for his response. Something had to be up to see him up by this time of the night and even groaning, refraining from yelling at the person on the other side of the phone. "You're awake." He stopped pacing after a while. "How long have you been awake?" "Long enough to know you're troubled," I responded, trying my best to be audible. "Never mind." He tried to dismiss the case. "Babe," I managed to sit up, still cladding the bed sheet to my chest. "Really, what is the matter?" I didn't let it slide so easily. "Nothing you should worry about." He said, even though his voice was laced with a fine mix of anger and terror. Clearly, everything wasn't okay on his end. And
Jasmine's POV In the kitchen, I stirred up a mix of soy sauce, and in the other pan, there was a thick rice pudding cooker on a simmer. Since my father had major surgery, it was suggested that he only eat something light, and giving him steaks and chili and bread was out of context. Of course, while making theirs, I had a larger pot of chocolate pudding for my four babies with lots of milk, and it was because of their big sweet tooth. "Mum?!" Ethan exclaimed as he rushed to me and hugged my legs. "Hey, boy," I ruffled his hair, aware that he was only her to see how long he'd have to wait for him to satisfy his vanity. He was one heck of a foodie and regardless, he was the smallest amongst all three of them. He leaned in further, poking my thigh with his chin. "I'm hungry." He groaned, hitting the nail on the head. "I know, my baby," I pouted. "Food is almost ready, and guess what mum is making." I teased him. "You get an extra portion if you get it right," I added a price. "M