Shannon’s POVAs our car pulled up to the school, I could sense something was off. Whispers echoed through the air, and students exchanged glances as if they knew something we didn’t.Confused, I stepped out of the car with the triplets, only to be met with stares and hushed conversations.“What’s going on?” I asked, my voice shaky.Cole, noticing the tension, approached a group of students to find out what had happened. When he returned, his face revealed the gravity of the situation.“Shannon, there’s a video of us on the school website. Making out. The whole school knows.” He reluctantly said.The shock hit me like a tidal wave. My stomach churned, and I felt the heat of humiliation rise to my cheeks. “What? How is that even possible?”“We don’t know. But we’ll find out who did this.” Ricky chimed in, his own anger brewing.“Let’s go to the principal’s office. This needs to be addressed.” Cole suggested.“Are you crazy?” Jules shot Cole a glance and he remain silent.As we moved th
Shannon’s POVThe atmosphere in the car had become unbearable, and my patience was wearing thin. The constant bickering between the triplets had reached its peak, and my frustration escalated when they argued about who should make me their Luna among them.“I’m not some prize for you to fight over!” I let out angrily.Regardless, they didn’t stop and I couldn’t handle the pressure any longer. I felt their eyes on me, treating me like an object in their rivalry.“Stop the car, please!” The anger erupted within me.Ricky turned to look at me. “Shannon, let’s just—"“Stop the damn car, Ricky!” I screamed at him.Ricky stepped on the breaks and as soon as the car stopped, I stormed out of it and walked away from the heated argument. Their voices faded as I walked down the empty road, tears already spilling out of my eyes the umpteenth time.I found solace under a tree and I sat down to gather my thoughts. My reflection in the sun on the ground couldn’t show the weariness on my face, but i
Selena’s POVThe hallways echoed with laughter and chatter as students rushed to their classes. Leila and I, hidden behind the mask of our new friendship, moved through the crowd too.Our eyes met, and an unspoken understanding passed between us — it was time to discuss what plan we had next against Shannon.Leila leaned in, her voice a mere whisper. “Selena, we need to hit her where it hurts this time. Make her crumble.”I smirked, already planning a devious scheme in my mind. “I’ve got an idea. Let’s turn the triplets against her. We need to exploit the rift we’ve created.”In the classroom, we sat side by side, exchanging notes on our wicked blueprint. The thought of vengeance lingered in our minds as we hatched a plot to sever Shannon’s ties with the triplets. The video hadn’t broken her, but this, this would be the final blow.Days had passed since we formed an unlikely partnership, and our friendship charade continued. Shannon’s wary eyes followed our every move, but little did
Jules’ POVI had been shadowing Shannon from a distance like an invisible guardian, aware of the anger and resentment she harbored towards me and my brothers.The leaked video had deepened the rift between us, but there was more to her frustration – her plea for an end to the feud between us, a plea we had dismissed every single time she tried.This evening, she walked to the grocery store, her shadow fading into the night. I trailed her discreetly, silent keeping an eye on her. The distance between us, both physical and emotional, stretched as I lagged behind a little.As she left the store, she turned a corner, and I hesitated, allowing a small distance more between us to ensure that she doesn’t see me and remain unaware of my presence.The air hung heavy with the weight of my concern for her safety. I was there, watching over her, despite her belief that the bond between my brothers had fractured beyond repair.Then, a collision echoed from the corner she had turned. A heartbeat la
Cole’s POVThe wheels of the car screeched to a halt in front of St. Mary Hospital, the urgency of the situation seeping into every breath Ricky and I took. We exchanged a brief glance, our minds still grappling with the shock of the news that Shannon had been hit by a car.Jules emerged from the hospital’s entrance immediately he saw us, his face etched with worry and exhaustion. The sight of him alone was enough to intensify the knot of anxiety in my stomach.“Where is she? How is she?” I demanded as we approached, the gravity of the situation hanging thick in the air.Jules hesitated, a sadness revealing in his eyes. Ricky, ever impatient, cut straight to the chase, “What happened, Jules? Is Shannon okay?”His usual silence was usually loud, but Ricky wasn’t one to wait for answers. “Who did this to her? Did you see who hit her?” Ricky’s voice carried an edge, a dangerous sound of anger that reflected my own stirring emotions too.Jules, struggling to find the words, finally began
Ricky’s POVThe doctor’s words hung in the air like a heavy fog all over the room. Memory loss – a concept so terrifying, especially when it had to do with someone as nice as Shannon. We exchanged glances as the reality of the situation sank in.Cole, unable to contain the turmoil within, turned to the doctor, desperation written on his face. “Are you sure about this? Could there be any mistake?”The doctor, her expression firm, nodded. “I wish it weren’t true, guys, but the probability of it is almost true. We can only assess the extent when she wakes up.”Jules asked the question that rang in each of our minds, “How long will she be resting, and when can we see her?”The doctor paused, contemplating the request. “She’s sedated for now to ensure her rest properly. I guess you can see her briefly, but please do not disturb her. It’s crucial for her healing to rest well.”A flicker of hope in my eyes, I pleaded, “We promise we won’t disturb her. We just want to be there when she wakes
Shannon’s POVThe hospital room was filled with florescent light that hurt my eyes when it finally fluttered open. As I looked around, I found myself surrounded by faces that felt both familiar and distant.Three young men stood there, their expressions a mix of concern and relief. I tried to identify them in my head, but my mind was blank.“Hey, Shannon, you’re awake!” one of them, the one with a rugged charm, greeted me.I mustered a weak smile. “Yeah. Where am I?”“You’re in the hospital. You had an accident,” another one explained, his eyes searching mine for recognition.I shook my head, frustration building. “I don’t remember.”A moment later, a woman entered the room, and my face lit up immediately. I recognized her, she was my Mom. “Mom.” I whispered softly.She rushed forward, her eyes filled with a tears. “Yes, sweetheart. I’m here, baby. It’s alright now.”As I looked at the woman before me, her features warm and comforting, tears gathered in my eyes too but I didn’t know w
Jules’ POVThe crisp morning air filled with the anticipation of another day at school. We had decided to keep our suspicions to ourselves, to observe Selena and Leila discreetly, hoping to catch them in the act of revealing their involvement in Shannon’s accident.As we approached the school gates, my eyes caught sight of a familiar blue sedan, the same one that had sped away from the scene of Shannon's accident.Selena slipped into the driver’s seat, her eyes darting around cautiously. The realization struck me like a bolt of lightning – the pieces were falling into place.“Guys, that’s the same car from the other day,” I whispered urgently to Ricky and Cole, who were walking beside me.Their eyes followed my gaze, confirming my suspicion. We exchanged a silent agreement to keep this information to ourselves, to continue observing without tipping off Selena and Leila.Throughout the morning, we kept a discreet eye on the girls, watching for any signs of guilt or involvement. As the
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