Shannon’s POVMy heart pounded in my chest as I stood there at the old healer’s cabin, staring at the scene before me. The healer lay unconscious on the ground, surrounded by his men, while the man in the black cloak towered over them, his face hidden in a hooded cloak.I took a step back, fear coursing through my veins as I gripped tightly the knife strapped to my waist. I didn’t know who this man was or what he wanted with me, but I wasn’t about to take any chances.The man must have sensed my unease because he held up a hand, his voice calm and reassuring. “Don’t be afraid,” he said softly. “I’m here to help you.”I eyed him carefully, unsure whether to trust him or not. But his words seemed genuine, and I couldn’t sense any bad intentions in his tone.He went on to explain that the healer had planned to abduct me after seeing the royal sigil on the medallion I had given him. My mind played at the thought, and I couldn’t help but feel a surge of anger towards the old man.“Thank yo
Ricky’s POVThe air hung heavy with frustration as my brothers and I stood in the same room we’d been welcomed in a day ago, our faces with worry and anger.I leaned against the window sill, my gaze fixed on the street outside, my mind swirling with thoughts of desperation and doubt.We had come to this town in search of a cure for our son, who lay on dying back home. But instead of finding the help we so desperately needed, we had been met with an unexpected situation.Milton had promised us help in exchange for a task, which we’d done, and now he was demanding another dangerous one before he would help us.As I stood there in that small, cramped room, the weight of everything hung heavy on my shoulders, threatening to crush me under its burden.Jules’ frustration boiled over, his voice rising in anger as he ranted about Milton’s deceit. “That son of a bitch lied to us, Ricky. We should have never trusted him in the first place. Let’s ignore him and find the herb ourselves.”Cole nod
Shannon’s POVAs we anticipated the creature there in the factory, tension hung thick in the air, each of us keenly aware of the danger that lurked in the this barren lands.“You guys ready for this?” I asked, my voice low with adrenaline.Jules nodded, his jaw set in a determined line. “As ready as we’ll ever be,” he replied, his eyes flashing with resolve.Cole glanced at me, a grim smile playing at the corners of his lips. “Let’s do this,” he said, his voice steady despite the nerves that I knew were spiking in him.As we reached the entrance, a low growl echoed through the darkness. The familiar growl of the creature sent a shiver down my spine, and I could feel my brothers tensed beside me as well.“That’s it,” I whispered, my heart pounding in my chest as memories of our last encounter with the creature flooded my mind.Jules gritted his teeth, his hands tightening around his weapon. “That thing again,” he muttered, his voice low with anger. “It killed uncle Jaime. We can’t let
Shannon’s POVAs I sat next to Robin, nursing a mug of steaming tea while I assisted him in the throne room since the brothers were still recovering, my mind wandered off to the events of the past days.A commotion at the entrance drew my attention, and I watched as the guards escorted three women into the throne room.The women’s clothes were tattered, and the woman who seemed older, her face bore the marks of hardship, but there was a fire in her eyes that spoke of hope.Robin eyed her warily, his hand resting on the hilt of his royal chair as he sized her up. “Who are you, and what brings you to our borders?” he demanded, his voice sharp with authority.The women bowed their heads respectfully. Even though she seemed to have gone through a lot, the older woman’s voice was calm and steady as she spoke.“Great alpha, we come seeking refuge from a pack torn apart by tyranny,” she explained, her words ringing with a hint of sincerity.Robin’s cautious nature had always served him well,
Shannon’s POVAt first, I had dismissed my suspicions as mere curiosity on Dora’s part, a natural fascination with someone new and unfamiliar. Maybe a little curiosity from an opposite sex.But as the days passed, I couldn’t shake the feeling that there was something more beneath the surface, a strong desire that threatened to boil over at any moment.One evening, as I passed by the courtyard, I caught sight of Dora stealing glances at Jules from across the room, her eyes dark with longing.My heart skipped a beat as I realized the depth of her feelings, a pang of jealousy twisting in my chest despite my best efforts to ignore it.As I watched Dora from across the room though, a knot of unease twisted in my stomach. There was something about the way she looked at Jules – a hunger in her eyes that sent a shiver down my spine.I had seen the way she lingered near him, her gaze following his every move with an intensity that only spoke obsession.Soon, I allowed myself feel the jealousy
Cole’s POVI strolled through the corridors of the castle, my mind occupied with thoughts of the day’s events. But as I turned a corner, I caught sight of Shannon sitting alone on a bench, her shoulders shaking with silent sobs.My heart clenched at the sight of her distress, and without hesitation, I hurried over to her side. “Shannon, what’s wrong?” I demanded, my voice laced with concern as I knelt down beside her. “Why are you crying?”But Shannon shook her head, her eyes filled with tears as she refused to meet my gaze. “It’s nothing, Cole,” she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper. “Just… something stupid.”I frowned, frustration bubbling up in me watching her struggle to contain her emotions. “Shannon, you know you can tell me anything,” I insisted, reaching out to gently brush a stray tear from her cheek. “Please, let me help.”But before Shannon could respond, Ellie appeared at her side, her brow furrowed with worry as she glanced between us. “Is everything okay?” she a
Jules’ POVCole’s accusations rang in my ears, his words stabbing at my conscience like a knife. I knew he was right, but I couldn’t bring myself to admit it. Instead, anger boiled within me, a rage that threatened to consume me whole.“What do you know about it, Cole?” I spat, my voice dripping with bitterness as I glared at him. “You think you can just waltz in here and tell me how to live my life?”Cole’s jaw tightened, his eyes flashing with fury as he stepped closer to me. “I know enough to see that you’re making a mistake,” he growled. “You’re letting that girl cloud your judgment, and it’s tearing our family apart.”I felt a surge of resentment wash over me at his words, a stubborn defiance rising up within me. “You don’t know anything about it. Just leave me be!” I shot back.The tension in the air was palpable as Cole and I faced off, our voices rising in anger as we clashed over Dora and my treatment of Shannon.“You need to stay away from her, Jules. I know you, and I know
Jules’ POVRicky and Cole stared at me, their eyes wide with shock as they processed the bombshell I had just dropped on them.I could still see the worry written all over their faces, the horror creeping into their expressions as they struggled to understand the gravity of the situation.“Keep it a secret,” Ricky finally spoke, his voice barely above a whisper as he glanced around the room nervously. “Don’t let anyone else know about this.”I shook my head, ready to spill all the details that moment. “I know,” I murmured, my voice filled with desperation. “But it’s going to be hard, especially now that…“Especially that what?” Ricky asked.I hesitated for some seconds, feeling my words heavy in my throat.“What is it, dammit Jules?!” Ricky exclaimed, frustrated by my silence.“Dora says she’s pregnant.” I finally uttered.A new wave of shock washed over my brothers, their faces pale as they exchanged a glance. “What?” Cole exclaimed, his voice filled with disbelief. “How is that even
Shannon, five years later.As the sun streamed through the windows, filling the room with warmth, I found myself chasing after our energetic twins, boy and girl, who are barely five years old. Laughter echoed through the house as they raced around the living room.“Slow down, you two!” I called out, trying in vain to keep up with their energy.But Jules walking in just chuckled from the doorway, his eyes shining with amusement. “Let them play, my love,” he said, his voice filled with affection. “They’re just having fun.”I sighed, knowing he was right. As much as I wanted to keep them safe, I couldn’t deny them the simple joy of being young and carefree. With a resigned smile, I watched as they continued their game of chase and catch, their laughs filling the air with screams.Just then, I felt Jules’ arms wrap around my once again pregnant belly from behind, his embrace warm and comforting. I leaned back into his arms, relishing the feel of his strong arms around me. “How are you and
Shannon’s POVThe atmosphere in the castle had shifted since Matthew’s capture. With him out of the picture, the pack felt safer, even at the borders. Ricky and Cole had returned after several days of patrolling, their faces weary but relieved.As we gathered around the dinner table, there was a sense of peace and contentment in the air. Jules sat at the head of the table, his presence reassuring and strong. I couldn’t help but feel a swell of pride as I looked at him, knowing he had risked everything to protect our pack.Ricky and Cole filled our ears with tales of their adventures at the boarders, their voices filled with excitement as they recounted their encounters with rival packs and rogue wolves. Despite the dangers they faced, they had emerged victorious and the pack now was finally safe.As we shared our meal, laughter echoed through the hall, the tension of recent events fading into the background. Even Dora and Ellie had joined in the festivities, as I’d insisted on invitin
Shannon’s POVTwo days after the investigation for Jules’ attempted murder, as I entered his room, I found him fuming in his bed, his face twisted with frustration.“They couldn’t find him,” he muttered to me before I said anything, his voice dripping with irritation. “Matthew has slipped through our fingers again.”I sighed as I watched Jules’ restless movements, knowing this was going to be a long conversation. “You need to rest, Jules. Let the guards handle this.” I said firmly, approaching his bedside. “You’re not in any condition to be worrying about Matthew right now.”Jules shot me a glare, but I could see the pain in his eyes. “I can’t just sit here while that traitor is out there,” he grumbled, shifting uncomfortably against his pillows.I gently placed a hand on his arm, trying to calm him down. “You need to focus on getting better,” I urged. “The guards will find Matthew eventually. You need to trust them.”He let out a frustrated sigh, but finally relented. “Fine,” he grum
Shannon’s POVI walked back to the castle, my mind swirling with thoughts about Matthew. He didn’t deny it. He didn’t even try to. My suspicions were like shadows creeping over me, chilling me to the bone. But without solid proof, I felt like I was playing with smoke.I found Jules in his study, buried under a mountain of paperwork. His tired eyes glanced up at me, and I could tell he was bracing himself for another round of my suspicions.“Jules, I need to talk to you about Matthew,” I blurted out before he could stop me.He sighed heavily, rubbing his temples. “Shannon, we’ve been over this. You’re letting your imagination run wild.”I shook my head, frustration bubbling inside me. “But Jules, I just need you to listen. I know something’s not right.”He looked at me with a mix of sympathy and exasperation. “Shannon, I understand you’re scared after everything that’s happened. But maybe you’re seeing things that aren’t there. It’s understandable, given the trauma you’ve been through.
Shannon’s POV“I’m not lying to you Jules, you need to believe me when I say that Mathew is not a good person. He is trying to pot against you and why won’t you believe me?” I inquired with a very stern countenance plastered on my face.“Oh please Shannon can you please just stop all of this drama? Why are you bothering yourself over something that you shouldn’t? I don’t know what is feeding you with lies but you know better than to believe everything you hear.” Jules snapped at me, walking back to his desk, and sunk into it without giving me any more regard.I knew he wasn’t going to believe me from the start but why? I’ve been on Mathew’s trial forever and it’s enough for me to know that he is planning on hurting Jules.But why won’t Jules listen? Why is he so certain that Mathew can’t do anything to him? Why am I looking like the crazy one here? All I’m trying to do is to avert him from the danger that is heading right towards him.I couldn’t let anything happen to Jules but at thi
Shannon’s POVI knew the answers I needed were not going to come that easily. I knew my instincts weren’t wrong about Matthew and he had something up his sleeves.I intended to find out because one way or the other it was going to affect someone I cared about.I had second thoughts on the fact that I might be overthinking and he wasn’t doing anything wrong.But what if he was actually what I thought he was? Doing research won’t make me lose anything but ignoring this would.I knew he had been working here and I knew exactly where to start my investigation from. The best way to get my answers is through the maids.They were the eyes and ears of everything, all I needed was to convince a maid to tell me everything. Of course, she would resist at first but later she’ll give in to some persuasion.I paced around my room thinking hard if this was the right way to go about it. What if I was wrong and I got blamed along with being called paranoid?This just has to work so I won’t get blamed
Shannon’s POVI stormed into the castle, my heart pounding in my chest. The situation with Matthew had left me unsettled, and I know I had to find a way to make Jules listen to my warnings about him.As I entered the main hall, my eyes immediately fell on Michael, playing innocently with a toy on the floor. Beside him stood Matthew, the man I found so suspicious.My instincts screamed at me to grab Michael and run, but I forced myself to stay calm. I hurried over to my son, scooping him up into my arms protectively. Michael grinned up at me, holding out the toy he had been playing with.I turned to face Matthew, my expression hard and suspicious. “What are you doing here?” I demanded, my voice laced with tension.Matthew blinked in surprise, taken aback by my abruptness. “I came to see Jules,” he replied, gesturing vaguely. “One of the maids told me to wait here, and I saw Michael, so I thought I’d keep him company.”My grip on Michael tightened, my protective instincts in overdrive.
Shannon’s POV.The next day Jules and I moved into the pack house.It was still so surreal to me that I was an Alpha.Jules was almost completely healed now and he kept talking about how it was all because of his training yesterday. I mentioned to him that it was probably because of the training he’s still not properly healed yet but he just laughed in my face.As soon as we arrived in the pack house, we were welcomed by the slaves. They were all lined up in the living room in a straight line dressed in black and whiteThey had to be at least fifty to a hundred of them.What on earth did we need so many slaves for?I wondered as I scanned their faces.I glanced over at Jukes who seemed a little too confident. I wish I had his confidence. It seemed like he was used to it, unlike me.“These are the palace slaves, they are always at your service, They all have been assigned different stations. You will eventually get used to them but for now, these are the most important faces you will
Jules POVI woke up in a brightly lit room. I blinked, trying to adjust to the harsh fluorescent light.“Jules!” A familiar sounding voice called out and I frowned as her face came into view.“Shannon,” I sat up a little too quickly and groaned out in absolute pain.“Hey Jules,” she smiled at me.“Don’t move too much. You have not yet healed up.” She said, her sweet voice wrapping around me like a blanket.“You’ve been released?” it was supposed to be an observation but it came out as a question. I was so happy to see her, I couldn’t believe I had won. At some point, I had completely blacked out but if she was here with me then I had won.“Thanks to you. I’m so sorry for what you had to go through for my sake.* She said, hugging me.I winced at the pain and she quickly let go of me as if I were some fragile glass.“No,” I protested at the absence of her warmth. I wanted it back but I knew she would be too afraid to hurt me. That was just who Shannon was.“I’m sorry, you seem to still