Asher's POV I popped the lid from the bottle of beer I was holding and took a greedy swig. Lately, nothing seemed to go as planned, it was like the city had turned against himself and Jasmine. "Are you good?" Liam demanded, yet to uncork his bottle. "I guess," I scoffed and found solace in yet another gulp of my beer. This was the second bottle I was having in less than thirty minutes and Liam was yet to take his. After the sitting earlier today, he suggested that we hang out in a different place, not just my place or his. And so far, I doubt the benefit of the idea, because we just stared at each other and barely hummed. "Let's talk about something else," He tried to get me in a better state. I doubt that I would find interest in any topic that wasn't centered on winning the damn case or driving a knife through Sebastian's throat. Moon knows that if I as little as met the asshole in a different setting other than the courtroom, one of us would go six feet below... I might be g
Chapter 147Asher's POV "Babe?" Jasmine's voice called out, all whiny. Earlier, I had asked the kids to freshen up and look their best, and ever since I told Jasmine, it had been one question or the other. "Can you just trust me for once?" I asked, playing off her emotions. "You know I hate surprises." she frowned even though she was getting dressed up. "Not when the surprise is a good one." I still didn't budge, and she groaned, stamping her feet on the floor like a spoilt brat. This scene made me laugh so loudly, ignoring how she was taking it. Why was she so edgy? It would literally take a few minutes and she would be standing right in front of the said surprise, but no, she decided to be all grumpy and prolong the stipulated time, yet she was supposed to be so eager? "I'll go check on the kids." I didn't spill a word of it as I headed out. "I see what you're doing." She sighed and scouted for the perfect top to fit. Her confusion was understandable, I guess she wanted to
Asher's POV Jasmine was in a cubicle and so was Sebastian as they were done giving their statement before the judge, lawyers, and the hundreds of people in the courtroom. The paparazzi were outside, awaiting the final verdict of the judge. Those seated in the courtroom recorded every moment even when advised not to. "Dear goddes," I whispered, holding the frail hands of the kids that were sitting beside me, Emily and Ethan. Also seated beside me were Rylee and Liam, as they came to show their support on the last day, hoping it would turn out fine. "Based on the evidence presented to me and this honorable court of law..."My heart sank. It was like I died from anxiety a thousand and one times. Liam reached out to me, stroking the back of my suddenly sweaty hands and encouraging me to put myself together. "You'll be fine," He whispered words of assurance to me and Rylee also patted my shoulder lightly, offering her support. My forehead was creased with sweat, and my neckline was s
Sebastian's POV"Mr. Sebastian, for causing the couple inconveniences and damages, you are hereby charged to three months prison term and a fine of one thousand five hundred dollars."The verdict of the judge echoed in my head, with the loud bang of her gravel on her desk. "No!" I groaned, but the noise of the people in the courtroom displaced mine. I looked at my lawyer who looked away, feeling bad about the turnout of the event. I freaking paid the moron thousands of dollars to get the job done, and what did he do? Freaking land me in a damn jail? I scoffed, hating the outcome of my life in the last few months. It wasn't been long before I got locked up in a dungeon like a common criminal, and now I get thrown behind bars? Crap! I sighed loudly. There was no option of them granting me bail for a certain amount, not even if I splashed them thousands of dollars... I didn't mind, so long as I wouldn't be behind bars like a thief. But sadly, there was no option. I was too big to b
Asher's POV "Hey, babe," Jasmine called from the bathroom. "Yeah?" I answered, neck deep into work. It had been freaking long days since our victory in the court case, and everything seemed peaceful... Like back to the days there was never a Sebastian, and I only hoped that it would remain that way all of my lifetime. "Have you noticed Ezra lately?" She stepped out of the bathroom as her footsteps got louder. I was working on the website I was building and barely glanced at her. She had an awkward smirk on, so I suspected that we were on the same page when it came to Ezra. "What do you mean?" I scoffed like I was absolutely ignorant. I only hoped that he wouldn't return home one spring break with a basket full of his cubs. Once again, I returned my full attention to work. Liam was true to his words and had helped out with part of the bills to build the website and stand on my feet solely.After the court case, my previous workplace got back to me, with a good excuse that I coul
Chapter 151: A Second Chance To Life Sebastian's POV Six Months Later Atlas! I grinned, excited for a new dawn. Day and night, I sulked, marking the calender every damn day, and waiting for my release, as it seemed like miracle was not an option. So, I accepted my fate and began the count down. "Damn!" I groaned, displaying my yellow teeth as I smiled. I looked so awful and smelled so awful, but the next door neighbor cared less because we were barely cared and provided for "Why are you happy, man?" Thanos, my prison mate looked at me with scrutiny. He appeared tired and hungry and just like myself, he stunk badly. Him and Knox, were my prison buddies, as they were in the same cell as myself. Initially, I was reserved for the first week, but when I discovered that surviving in a prison was more of collaboration and support of your team members, I loosened up. Thanks had a longer sentence, while Knox was served ten months, and he was in here approximately four months before my
Sebastian's POV I shoved the paper Knox gave me in the back of my pocket. He had written his address and made me promise to see him if I ever changed my mind. There was obviously no point in it, but there was also no need to argue, so I only accepted to save myself the stress and accept his offer. In no time, we bid each other farewell with a broad hug to accompany, not minding the horrible stench from our bodies. For what it's worth, we may not see each other in a lifetime. "Max!" I screamed, excited about seeing him. He was more than a driver to me, he was the only person that was closer to home. "Alpha Sebastian!" He screamed, forgetting for a second that we were in the human world. Unexpectedly, he threw himself at me, hugging me dearly, paying no heed to how I looked or smelled. For long seconds, we remained in each other's arms, until he finally decided to pull away. All those while I was locked up behind bars, he was the only one who genuinely cared. Weekly, he showed up
Sebastian's POV I remained frozen on a spot, shocked to my marrow. I must have heard wrong, there was no way I would be discarded like some piece of trash. "Dad?" I managed, swallowing suddenly hard knots of saliva that threatened to choke me. He only heaved a sigh and that was it. His face showed that his mind was already made up, and I didn't hear wrong. It was only now that I realized he wasn't fidgeting as before. They must have taken care of him properly and bought their heart. Jasmine! My breathing was labored as I got furious in minutes. What the fuck did they do to my parents? Probably gave them medicine and bought their damn mind. Pathetic! Mate or not, I would be sure to destroy her alongside Asher. Fuck!"I'm sorry, son," My mother managed. "You're sorry?" I scoffed. "I don't need you to be sorry, I need you to take those mean and ridiculous words back," I stated. "We can't." My father chipped in. "You have to understand us." Understand? I scoffed. Like I should get t