Emily’s POVThe searing pain that radiated from my ass was nothing compared to the ache in my chest as I stared into James' gray eyes, seeing a darkness there that shattered the image I had so carefully constructed of him."Understand this, Braveheart," he growled, his grip tightening around the tangled locks of my hair, the sharp tugs sending jolts of discomfort through my scalp. "You will be looking after Carol now and making sure she eats everything she needs to grow a healthy baby. If anything happens to the child in her stomach, you will be the one to blame for it."I glared up at him, my jaw clenched with a defiant refusal to cower in the face of his barely contained fury. "Never," I snapped. "I will never be that bitch's servant, you guys can go to hell for all I care!"His hand twitched, and I caught sight of the leather riding crop on the nearby table. Before he could reach for it, the door burst open, and Michael strode in."Brother, Robert has something to tell—" he began,
Emily’s POVI chewed the last bit of salad in my mouth and picked up the glass of orange juice on the tray. I looked at Michael from the side of my eyes as I tried to drink it seductively, feeling the juice slide down my throat and into my boobs.The liquid seemed to be moving slowly, and I was aware that every bit of it was making its way through me, my blood carrying it everywhere inside me, making me feel hotter than I should have."So, what is it like outside the packhouse? I have never been to this neighborhood before." I inquired, hoping to distract him, while I moved closer and gently rested my head on his shoulder, pretending to yawn and stretch.He was tense at first, but gradually relaxed when my head touched his shoulder."There are some places we can't go," he said softly. "The woods are off-limits. You can go as far as the lake, but no farther. We are not allowed to cross the borders of the pack, even into our neighboring packs. The forest is full of wild wolves, they are
Emily’s POVA sharp, piercing sound suddenly cut through the blanket of my sleep, and I blinked my eyes open to find Jessica standing at the foot of the bed, her arms folded across her chest, her face twisted with disgust. "I can see you guys have finally decided to work things out and be together," she uttered, her voice all sharp edges. "What was I even thinking? A wolfless omega like you had always been a slut, you wouldn't hesitate to get into any bed with an Alpha male." I groaned, instinctively trying to remove myself from Michael's protective hold, but his grip only tightened around my shoulders, pulling me closer to the comforting warmth of his body."Bitch, what are you doing in an Alpha’s room?" Jessica demanded, her voice sounding more annoying than ever. "I should be asking you that question," I responded, wincing as the movement aggravated the lingering, throbbing pain in my backside. "Last time I checked, you and your fiancé are here as guests, and Robert isn't part o
Alpha James’s POV I was seated in my office, going through some documents on my desk, when a knock came from the door. My mind was preoccupied with thoughts of my mate and how I had spanked her for another she-wolf. I was trying to involve myself in my job, but it was difficult. I was having a meeting in a few minutes, and I didn't want to be distracted.The door opened, and Carol walked into my office, slamming the door shut behind her, the sound echoing off the polished mahogany walls. She was wearing a dress that clung to her curves like a second skin, the fabric so thin that I could see the faint outline of her nipples beneath it.I tried to keep my gaze focused on the documents scattered across my desk, but it was like trying to ignore a siren’s call. My eyes were drawn to her, and I was unable to look away."I heard you haven't eaten since morning," she said, her voice low.She sauntered over to my desk, tray in hand, the smell of the food making my stomach growl. I glanced up
Alpha James’s POV I stood my ground, solid, in the face of their opposition. These were my people and my responsibility, and I would not be cowed by their resistance. Raising a hand, I waited for the noise to subside before continuing."I understand your concerns," I said, my tone measured. "But the security of our pack must be our top priority. These measures will ensure that every member, regardless of status, feels safe in their own home."The elder glared at me, his lips drawn into a thin line. "And who will bear the cost of these 'official guards,' hmm? The pack funds are not limitless, Alpha James."I toughened my shoulders, unwilling to back down. "I have accounted for that," I replied. "The funds will come from reducing the extraneous spending on personal security details for the elite. We are all in this together, and I won't allow the burden to fall solely on the shoulders of the common folk."The room fell silent, with the elders exchanging uneasy glances. I could sense th
Emily’s POVThe moon was shining over the forest as I walked into it through the middle road that was in it. I had been told that it was very dangerous, but I had to find a way to escape from the packhouse through the forest, it was the only way for me to get freedom. I was carrying a bag of clothes and the envelope that Carol had given me.As I was walking down the forest, the sounds of footsteps getting closer filled my ears, and I turned around to see who was there, but I couldn’t see anyone, and I saw a shadow moving from tree to tree. I was scared to my bones, so I started running away, even out of the road tracks that were leading me down into the forest, away from the footsteps.But suddenly I crashed into a wall, and I moved back to see that it wasn’t a wall, but someone. It was a handsome he-wolf that had brown short hair, and he was carrying a sword as he looked at me lustfully from top to bottom."Damn, you aren’t bad," he said, his gaze raking over my body in a blatant dis
Emily’s POVA sudden crowing pierced the cover of my sleep, and I blinked my eyes open to the bright morning sun filtering through the car's tinted windows. To my surprise, I found myself resting against Alpha James' rugged shoulder, his arm wrapped around me in a protective, almost possessive hold.The memories of his cruelty came rushing back, and I quickly extracted myself from his cuddle, startling him awake. He looked at me, his gray eyes filled with a silent question, but I offered no response, instead wrapping my arms around myself as I gazed out the window.We were parked in front of the towering ancient trees, having spent the night here after I had been too physically and emotionally exhausted to make the journey back to the pack house. I could feel James' eyes on me, burning with an intensity that made my skin crawl, and he hesitantly reached for his jacket, trying to wrap the warm fabric around my shoulders."I don't need it." I cut him off, placing my hand on the smooth l
Emily’s POVAs James desperately searched his pockets, his expression growing increasingly frantic, I couldn't help but smile smugly. I knew he had been planning to use that envelope as proof, so I had cleverly stolen it from him when he had carried me on his back."I can't find it, I swear I had it!" James exclaimed, his gaze scouring the floor as if the damning proof would miraculously appear out of thin air.Carol seized the opportunity, her tone spiked with scorn. "He can't find any proof because he is clearly lying, what would I gain by sending Emily out to the wild?"James turned to her, his frustration physical. "Shut up with your nonsense and explain why Emily was in the forest in the first place!"Mrs. Blackwood joined the quarrel, and soon the room descended into a noise of shouting and arguing, with no clear resolution in sight.Suddenly, a deafening gunshot pierced the air, the shattering blast ripping through the ceiling and drawing all eyes to the old man in the wheelcha