Roxanne's POV: The tingles that spread throughout my body made me and my wolf feel safe and very calm. A smile formed on my face as I inhaled his amazing scent deeply. It wasn't my intention to embrace him out of the blue. But seeing him try to comfort me in his own cold way made me want to cling to him for just a few minutes, even if he were to push me away. As I closed my eyes, I waited for the moment he would push me away or warn me off harshly as he usually did. When a few minutes went by without him doing anything, I opened my eyes and smiled as my wolf purred happily at how our mate wanted our closure as well. "Garren," I called in a whisper as I felt him tense. "Thank you," I said softly, then continued to talk. "I know how much you hate me because of what my father supposedly did to you. But if you can talk to me about it, we can..." I cut my sentence short when he pulled away and stood up with an angry expression on his face. "For a second there, I forgot who you real
Garren's POV: The restraint I had completely vanished after hearing her words, and they made me act rashly. I moved my two fingers, roughly thrusting them into her tight, wet pussy. She quickly grabbed my hand, trying to push it back as her breath picked up. She was still gazing into my eyes, but the confidence in them was replaced by fear. This wasn't what I wanted to do. Yes, I wanted to scare her a little, but not make her sad! She was the one who started this, and yet she was acting as if I was the one forcing myself on her. When tears formed in her eyes, I groaned softly and cursed under my breath. "Hey," I called softly as I leaned in closer, closing the little space between us. "I won't hurt you. Remember, I'm your mate," I whispered without thinking, then kissed her gently as she slowly began to respond. My fingers were stilled because I didn't want to scare her any further or have her compare me to that asshole in any way. "No, this position isn't working for me," I
Ian's POV: "Talk," I demanded immediately as we were in the office. Larson, Tamara, and Kylie were in the living room while the rest of us were in the office, looking at Lee and waiting for him to give us answers. "You see, by that man's movements, build, height, and aura, we all could tell that he wasn't a regular person, say human. And the fact that Roxanne couldn't pick up his scent or act in time meant something was wrong. She either knew him or realized something about..." He cut his sentence short when the door loudly opened and Kyle rushed in, naked and with labored breath. "Is it true?" he asked loudly. Amelia stood up and walked to him, her gaze lowered to the ground. She took off her coat and handed it to him to wear, which he quickly put on with an embarrassed expression on his face. We were so used to seeing most werewolves nude after their shift, but that didn't mean we were comfortable having them walk in front of us. It was kind of annoying and disrespectful. "Fo
Roxanne's POV: I was woken up by the sound of the door closing carelessly. I quickly sat upright, my eyes blurry, and blinked a few times. Once my vision cleared, I looked at the window. The curtains were wide open, revealing the nighttime darkness of the room with the lights turned off. I sadly looked at my empty bedside, then lay down, ignoring the fact that I was completely naked. I knew he wouldn't be next to me, but deep down in my heart, I wished he could be. Just the thought of him being away from me made my heart ache. After he had sunk his fangs into my skin for a second time, everything escalated quickly. His hands were on my body, and this time he lifted me up without a word and took me to the bedroom. There, he took off my boxers, touching me the same way he had done back in the living room. But unlike then, he took everything slowly and much more gently, as if he was exploring something so precious and interesting to him. As he drank from me, all I could do was enco
Roman's POV: "Useless and pathetic," I muttered as I took over pushing Garren into our subconscious. There was no way he was going to see past her actions, not after what she had done to his favorite woman. He was definitely going to hurt her. "What a waste of my effort," I whispered as I got to my feet. I had worked hard for days to manipulate his emotions. Although he felt something for our mate, I mostly manipulated his feelings and chose to intervene as much as I could until he would fall in love with her. I walked upstairs slowly and went directly to where my mate's beautiful scent was coming from. Although Garren and I were alike in some ways and shared the same body, we were very different. There were things that I could do that he couldn't, and there were things that I felt that he didn't. Besides my mate's intoxicating scent, I could easily predict her next move by her facial expression and body language. I saw everything coming right when he had hit her. Already, she
Roxanne's POV: I was pacing back and forth outside the bathroom, waiting for my mate to come out. A few minutes had passed, and he still hadn't emerged. When the door finally opened and he stepped out with Thelma behind him, I sighed in relief She looked at me for a moment, then gave a low bow, shocking me. When she had barged into the bathroom to save Bianca, my wolf took over and easily knocked her out. At that moment, we were both furious and wanted to kill her. However, the thought of our mate hating us made us decide to let her be. "Thank you very much. Master Garren explained how you saved my life from Lady Bianca," she said, as I instantly looked at my mate, who simply nodded. "It was the least I could do," I answered softly. "Now, Thelma, you know what to do. Make sure she is cleaned up and taken back to her place. If she remembers how you showed disrespect to her, she won't let you live," he ordered. "Yes, master," she answered, then went back into the bathroom. Garr
Garren's POV: She was crying yet again, and I was the bastard to blame. My lycan was furious with me, and I felt very angry with myself as well. Her words not only cut deep through my heart, but they also made me realize how unfair I was to her. It wasn't her fault that I was her mate; it was fate's fault. And just because I hated her father, I had no right to hurt her. If she wasn't Ian's child, would I have loved her? Without a doubt. In a few days, she proved to be what I secretly wanted in a woman. She was strong, courageous, intelligent, and sensitive in bed. As much as I wanted her, it always occurred to me whose child she was. But after hearing her sad words, I felt something in me break. I wanted to treat her right, even if it was just for a moment. I wanted to be the guy she wanted badly. I wanted to be her mate, but for some reason, I just couldn't. I pulled back and raised my hand to wipe the tears from her cheeks. "Roxanne, if you truly want to be with me and if you
Neo's POV: I was very nervous as the pack came into view. For hours we had been driving and we were all preparing ourselves for anything that would come our way. Calling the Alpha of the pack was a good idea, but if we did he wouldn't have accepted to see us. That's why we had decided to go in without informing him and that was a risk we were all taking. Trespassing or stepping on the grounds of another Alpha's territory meant either war or death but we really wanted his help. When we crossed the pack's border I noticed a few warriors hiding in the bushes on each side. They were definitely waiting for their Alpha's orders. "Oh wow," Toni whispered beside me when the pack house came into view. "It's magnificent isn't It?" Lee asked at the back seat "For a pack house it definitely is," Whiteny who sat next to Lee responded. Since our discussion back at Felix's house, we had no time to waste so we packed a few things that we would need and got into our cars then started off. The
Kyle's POV Yuki was so happy to meet her mother and brother, but she was also a little scared to face her father. I had to step in and hold her hand to give her courage.If he was going to yell at her, then I was going to be pleasant too. That's exactly what I thought and did.I stood by her side, and surprisingly, Alpha Damon was so happy to see her.After that, we all chatted and had a few drinks.Later on, we went to sleep, and now that the ceremony was happening today, I was feeling so nervous."Kyle, focus," Larson mind-linked me."I'm sorry," I mind-linked him back and looked at the pack members who were in front of us.There were a lot of them, and it made the stage we were on look like a small place.Right behind us were our family members, and Larson and I were a few steps away from my father, who was giving a speech.I looked to my far right and saw Yuki standing there with a smile. She looked very beautiful yet elegant at the same time. She already gave off the vibes of a
Kyle's POV It felt so unreal when my father called Larson and me into his office to tell us how we had to prepare ourselves because tomorrow the ceremony was going to take place.All we could do was look at each other and then at him in excitement. We were also nervous about everything."How are you feeling?" Larson asked me seriously.We were in the training field exercising."A little of everything. You know, scared, nervous, excited, and happy," I answered simply."What about you? How do you feel?" I asked."I feel so nervous and scared, but also excited because I have always looked forward to standing by your side when you take over as Alpha," he answered."I'm glad," I said honestly."Larson and Kyle, go to the border right now," my father's command came through the pack's mind link."Gosh, what now?" I whispered and then began to walk to the border with Larson right by my side."Maybe we are receiving other visitors," he said."Like who? Every member of our family is right in t
Ian's POV"Are you sure they aren't close by?" I asked Neo."I am positive, Ian. Tamara, Lexi, and Yuki went to give Tanya a tour of our pack. As for Blade, Larson and Kyle, they went to help Nana and Sharon with something," he answered."Okay," I whispered, then cleared my throat and looked at everyone seriously."I'm glad to have you all here today, and I'm also kind of proud of you, August, for choosing your mate instead of some women who took you out of your misery," I said, then laughed softly when he rolled his eyes."The main reason I asked most of you to come over wasn't only because of August, but because of my son and nephew," I said, and then moved forward."I have wanted to take a step away from everything and finally step back from being an active Alpha for a few years now. Unfortunately, Amelia was against it because she knew Kyle wasn't ready. That's why we sent him to the training camp," I said seriously."But now Amelia and I truly believe he is ready. We have also se
August's POV "Are you okay?" Tanya asked seriously.I wasn't okay in any way, but I wasn't going to tell her that.I was already nervous while driving, but now that we were here, I felt like I had made a wrong decision.I could see the twins laughing and mocking Tanya, and us fighting because of that. I could also see Felix making a lame comment about how I went for the daughter after the mother failed to make me stay."I am fine," I answered and then frowned when I looked at the entrance.Something was definitely wrong.Not only did we cross Ian's pack, but we were parked close to the pack house, yet no one was there to welcome us. Not even the warriors, when it was so obvious that Ian knew I had crossed his border."Shall we go and knock?" she asked."Yes," I answered and then got out and went to open the door for her."Thank you," she said softly when she stepped out."Don't mention it," I answered and then shut the door."Do I look okay?" she asked in a low tone.I looked at her
Felix's POV"Remind me again, why didn't we use the portal?" I asked Chase, who was driving the car."I told you already, Sammy. Lee and Jeannie will be running a little late," he answered and then gave me a warm smile."They just had to go and visit them; how annoying," I muttered."Family is never annoying," he said in a low tone, then focused on the road.He was right; family was everything, but I was still annoyed that Lee chose to go and visit his family with Jeannie right after Ian had told us about his plans for Kyle and Larson's succession.“Screw him,” I whispered softly."Hey, sweetheart, we have reached," he informed me simply.I looked at the pack house that was visible from afar after we had crossed the border, then sighed.I was really looking forward to seeing my baby girl more than anyone. Besides that, I missed Ian and Amelia a lot, but I wasn't going to openly admit it until they said it first."Remember what we talked about? No more showing disgust towards Larson. W
Kyle's POV "You sound grumpy," Lui said to me on the phone."Maybe it's because your sister hasn't picked up any of my calls. I miss her a lot, and I think you understand how I feel. Or maybe it's because Larson can't stop rubbing it in my face how happy he is," I answered seriously.Yesterday, when he went back with Tamara, I did want them to have a good time together.But when they came back laughing and walking hand in hand, I envied them. I wished Yuki could be here with me. I felt so lonely, and so did Lionel."I told you how she was busy helping Mom out with something. When she is free, I will tell her to call you," he answered."Well, we can't all feel the same way, can we?" I muttered."Dude, she does love you a lot; she is just very busy. Also, is that how a soon-to-be Alpha acts and reacts? Have more dignity and faith in everything and everyone," he said loudly."Says the guy who can't take his mate to that magical place we were," I answered in a mocking tone."How did you
Larson's POV "Do you like the smell?" Tamara asked with a smile.I inhaled deeply and then nodded."I like it," I answered simply.We were in a store looking at perfumes and trying to see which one suited me the most. Although she looked serious whenever she didn't like a scent, she seemed to have a lot of fun.My plan was to go out to eat, but when she saw the store, she asked me to pull over, and I couldn't say no."Although I love this a lot, let me check out that purple one at the far end of the shelf," she said and then went to grab it.I turned and looked at the jewelry display that was close to the entrance. Since we walked in, my eyes had been set on a beautiful blue diamond necklace and how amazing it would look if she wore it."She would love it," my wolf said, making me chuckle."I don't think so. Since we walked in, she didn't even spare a glance at the jewelry," I answered."Maybe she is being considerate of us," he said seriously."Please, we’ve been getting a monthly
Dusk's POV "Maybe a little rest will do," my father said with concern."I don't need rest right now, Father. I want to be stronger and better," I answered seriously."You will with time, but all I am asking you to do right now is rest," he said.I looked at him coldly and then nodded."Fine, I will rest," I answered and then went to sit on a beach that was under a huge tree.The training field was wide and a large area that most warriors used. But there was a certain side that was considered a resting place. Only a few warriors came there to rest, and we figured it would be a good place to use for my training.I hated being watched, and my father knew that. That's why I was relieved when he chose this place."You stay here; I'll be right back. Oh, and I'll ask your sister to bring you some cold water," he said and then walked away.Micah was my cousin, but because my father took her as a daughter, she became my sister.I paid no mind to that because I loved having her as a sister. I
Tamara's POV"Making a speech like that is a little too much," I said seriously in Larson's room.When he called my phone and asked me to come over, I didn't know what to expect, so I put on my best outfit and applied light makeup to my face.As soon as I reached his door, he opened it, grabbed my hand, pulled me in, and shut the door behind us.He was so excited that he couldn't wait for me to sit down when he told me how he and Kyle were soon going to be the acting Beta and Alpha.I was sincerely happy and proud; that's why I hugged him tightly and told him exactly how I was feeling.When I pulled back and sat down, he began sharing a few speeches that he would say on the actual day and asking for my opinion.I told him the truth, and he went on to make a few adjustments to those I liked."Maybe I shouldn't do any of them, seeing how I have never heard anyone ever doing it before," he said in a dejected tone."What? No, you should. Just because no one has ever done it, it doesn't me