As Blake drove quietly, he caught Aiden's gaze in the rearview mirror, the tension between them became as palpable as the silence that surrounded them. Blake let out a low scoff and kept his eyes fixed on the road, silently cursing the awkwardness that had developed between him and Aiden."I don't trust Cass anymore," Aiden said with his voice low and serious. “He has been acting very awkward ever since Kiara and I reunited. That's why I need your help, Blake. Look after my children and Lisa.” Aiden continued with his voice serious and measured. "I know you have feelings for Lisa and I trust you, Blake. Keep her safe, along with my children. Something doesn't feel right. I just can't put my finger on it."Blake listened in silence while he tightened his grip on the steering wheel as he battled with the knowledge of what he suspected. Scarlett, or Taylor as Aiden knew her, was still alive, and he did not doubt that she was behind whatever was happening. He knew he needed to let Aiden k
“Bye, Mummy!” Zoey's voice rang out as she waved to Kiara and climbed onto the school bus. She spotted her two brothers and, with Zion's help, found a seat. Kiara smiled warmly as the bus drove past her. With a deep sigh, she turned and walked back inside.Inside, Lisa was grabbing a bottle of water from the fridge. “Good morning, Lisa,” Kiara greeted, as she sat down on the couch.“Morning,” Lisa responded as she took a seat on the couch next to Kiara.“I can see you had a great time with Blake last night,” Kiara said as she glanced at Lisa and smiled warmly. Lisa's eyes widened in shock as she spat out the water in her mouth, some spilling on the floor. She stared at Kiara in disbelief and it made her cheeks flush with embarrassment. Kiara smirked and moved to sit next to Lisa. “Come on, Lisa, you don't need to lie to me. I know what's going on between you two,” She said. “Blake loves you, Lisa.”Lisa averted her gaze, with a deep blush spreading across her cheeks. “What are you ta
Lisa gasped out as she clutched Kiara's hands tightly. “Go with him, Kiara, please,” she pleaded. “You can't leave your kids.” Kiara clenched her fists, with frustration etching her features. “Why are you doing this, Cass?” she asked as she climbed out of the car to stand beside him. “This isn't you. This isn't the Cass I knew.” Cass turned to face her while his finger jabbed towards her face. “You caused this, Kiara,” Cass snarled. “If only you had noticed how much I loved you," Cass continued with his voice rising. "I silently begged for your attention, but you only saw me as a beta to Aiden.“You're so blind, Kiara. He doesn't deserve your forgiveness after what he did to you. I tried to tell you, but you hit me." Cass's eyes were wild, his expression fierce.Kiara stared back as her heart began to race anger and confusion. She had always thought of Cass as a friend and a loyal confidant.You're wrong about Aiden, Cass," Kiara said, her voice firm and unwavering despite the chaos
Taylor stirred from her slumber while her eyes adjusted to the dark room as she sat up. “Laturu,” she whispered, and the room was illuminated by a soft glow. She looked around, noticing the solitary house with no neighbors or sounds.“I see you're awake,” a voice said from behind her, and Taylor whirled around, tensing in preparation for an attack. But as the slender figure approached, Taylor recognized the face hidden behind the veil. “Scarlett?” she gasped, stunned to see the familiar face.As Taylor stepped closer, her shock turned to horror as she noticed the deep scar that marred Scarlett's face and neck. “How is this possible, I thought you were dead!” Taylor exclaimed.“I survived Taylor, all thanks to this,” Scarlett uttered as she pointed her fingers to the necklace on her neck. “I'm sure you must have been searching for this neck lab but I just couldn't come until the time was right, Taylor.” She continued. Taylor drew backward immediately as a tear dropped down from her ey
“What's going on Lisa, why are you crying,” Blake questioned as he helped her rise to her feet. The moment Lisa stood up, she embraced Blake tightly while she began to cry out loud. “You promised to always stay by my side Blake, I almost lost you to the wicked hands of death.” As Lisa spoke, she hit Blake hard on his chest. “I can't leave on without you Blake,” With a deep breath, Blake grabbed her hands and made her touch his chest gently. “I'm breathing perfectly Lisa, I'm sorry I made you sad,” Blake whispered into her ears as he placed a soft and gentle kiss on her forehead.As Lisa broke from the hug, she grabbed Blake's hands and squeezed them tightly to hers. “Kiara and the kids and in huge trouble Blake. Cass took them to his pack.” Lisa reported as she fixed her eyes on Blake’s eyes.Blake's brows arched in surprise as he tried to understand Lisa's words. “His pack?” He repeated and Lisa nodded before she continued to speak. “He's the alpha of the blue mountain pack and he
“I had taken you as a part of the family but you never did it worth it,” Aiden uttered as he took down his hand immediately. “Now leave and never return to my pack.” He ordered and turned his back on Cass instantly. Cass' eyes widened as he slumped up to his feet and rushed towards one of his men's cars. With one last glimpse at Aiden, he climbed inside, turned on the engine, and drove off immediately.Kiara watched in shock as Cass drove off quickly. Without hesitation, she scrambled out of the car with her children close behind her.As they reached Aiden, Kiara threw her arms around him, relief washing over her at the sight of him, alive and victorious. But her joy was short-lived as she felt him collapse against her while his eyes rolled back in his head."Aiden!" she cried, her voice thick with panic. "Aiden, please, stay with me!” Kiara tried in vain to hold Aiden upright while her heart raced as she fought to keep him conscious. "Help!!" she screamed as she turned her eyes sid
A FEW WEEKS LATER}{CHICAGO 5:40 PM}“I sincerely never stopped loving you Taylor, I never stopped remembering everything we shared, not until you changed. And I'm grateful for everything.” Blake uttered as stood straight up while his gaze was still fixed on the ocean. “l know you still loved me but I'm sorry I couldn't give you that same love and affection you always had when we were still together. Things just had to change and I also had to move on. I learned that we all need to give love a second chance and to my greatest shock, I did, and it worked out fine. I'll be okay and I hope you will as well be wherever you are now. Thank you so much for your sacrifice, Taylor.” He declared softly as he inhaled a deep breath and threw the bouquet he had in his hand straight to the sea. “Farewell Taylor.” He whispered as he shut his eyes deeply while a tear rolled down from his eyes. “Hey “ Lisa whispered as she walked up to Blake and cuddled him from behind. “I'm sure she's glad that yo
“Hey Cass, wait up,” Caroline called out as she rushed up to meet him but without giving one last glance at her, Cass shut the door behind leaving Caroline confused and heartbroken. “Cass?” She whispered as she stood restless at the front door.When she got no response, gently slid to the floor and sat at the front door. As she inhaled a deep breath, a light smile curled on her lips as she began to recall the moment she had met Cass. She was just an 18-year-old lady who had tried so hard to escape from her duties as the next in line of leading the firestorm pack because she believed she also had the right to pursue her dreams of finding her perfect match. And there, she spotted the man of her dreams, at a dinner party, held by her father. Caroline thought approaching him might not be the best choice, therefore, she pleaded with her father, to discuss with Alpha Damon to arrange a marriage between her and Cass. She knew her father was just so smart enough to know her weak point. He
A FEW WEEKS LATER} {CHICAGO 5:40 PM} “I sincerely never stopped loving you Taylor, I never stopped remembering everything we shared, not until you changed. And I'm grateful for everything.” Blake uttered as stood straight up while his gaze was still fixed on the ocean. “l know you still loved me but I'm sorry I couldn't give you that same love and affection you always had when we were still together. Things just had to change and I also had to move on. I learned that we all need to give love a second chance and to my greatest shock, I did, and it worked out fine. I'll be okay and I hope you will as well be wherever you are now. Thank you so much for your sacrifice, Taylor.” He declared softly as he inhaled a deep breath and threw the bouquet he had in his hand straight to the sea. “Farewell Taylor.” He whispered as he shut his eyes deeply while a tear rolled down from his eyes. “Hey “ Lisa whispered as she walked up to Blake and cuddled him from behind. “I'm sure she's glad t
Kiara packed her hair in the form of a ponytail and applied a little makeup before she stood before the mirror. She had already made sure the house was peaceful and the kids had gone to school. “Hey,” Lisa called out as she leaned on the wall close to the front door. “Good morning.” “Good morning Lisa.” Kiara greeted and she took one more glare at her reflection before grabbing her keys. “Are you set to go now, because it was like you were taking ages you know?” Lisa teased and it made Kiara chuckle a bit. “Yeah, let's leave now.” Kiara responded. That said, they both walked outside immediately. As soon as they got to Kiara's car, Lisa opened the door and climbed into the front seat, next to the driver's seat and so did Kiara. Without hesitation, she turned on the engine and began to drive straight to the hospital. Kiara applied the brakes as soon as she got to the hospital grounds. As she climbed out of the car and shut the door behind, she began to walk inside immediately while
“Can I get my receipt?.” Lisa questioned as she tried to carry her shopping bags but she couldn't because they were too many. She had purchased so many items for the house upkeep and for the kids as well. “Do you need a hand with that?” Lisa hears a voice speak to her from behind. Oh I think I'm fine, you don't need to..” Lisa's jaw dropped the moment she turned to face him. “With the look of things here, I think you need a second hand and I do have one to spare.” As he spoke, Lisa's gaze had almost pulled off his T-shirt. “Oh yeah, I think I really need that spare hand for myself.” She whispered softly. “Excuse me?” . His voice jolted her to reality once again. “Oh I'm so sorry, I guess I could use a hand please.” Lisa responded while her warm smile smudged on her lips. “I'm Daniel.” Lisa heard the voice once again as he helped her carry most of the bags, leaving her with just one.” “Oh you really don't have to..” “Let's just go.” Daniel cut her as he began to walk out of the
“Alright, goodnight Miguel,” Caroline uttered as she tried to end the call and continue her dinner but she heard Miguel's voice again. “Don't forget our appointment this weekend.”Frustrated, Caroline placed her right hand on her forehead and rested on it. “Yeah, I won't, bye.” That said, she ended the call immediately not wanting to know if Miguel still had something to say. “Such a talkative person.” Caroline heaved as she returned to her meal.As she ate, heard the sound of the front door opening. As soon as she darted her gaze to the door, she spotted Cass and without hesitation, she returned her attention to her meal. Cass stood still as he watched Caroline eat and pretended like she had never seen him walk inside. The moment Caroline noticed he kept staring at her, she felt uncomfortable. She hastily rose to her feet and as she turned to leave, she felt a grip on her hands. Cass pulled her to him and gasped her hands tightly. “Hey, why are you acting weird all of a sudden?” He
“Hey, Miguel.” Caroline uttered weakly as she placed her cell phone on her ear.”“Hey bestie, what's wrong, you don't sound okay at all.” Miguel's voice rang out from the other line. “Nothing's wrong, I'm just kind of stressed out,” Caroline responded while she rubbed her eyes gently. “Let's meet today Carol, it's been a while since we spent some quality time together.” Miguel declared. Caroline sighed deeply as she averted her gaze up to the wall clock. “ By what time?” She questioned as she brushed her hair backwards and she climbed out of the bed weakly.“In two hours,” Miguel replied and ended the call before Caroline could utter any more words. Caroline heaved deeply and then began to walk straight to the restroom. As she sat on the toilet seat, what happened between her and Cass replayed on her head. Although she had always longed for him for so long now, but not that way. Cass had taken it very hard on her and she felt like a fool because as they had sex, Cass never mentioned
Caroline applied the brakes and rushed out of the car immediately. The moment she got to the back seat, she opened the door quickly and helped Cass climb outside. “I warned you not to drink too much Cass.” She uttered as she struggled to assist him but Cass pushed her to the floor immediately while he began to walk inside. “Argh.” Caroline groaned in pain as she struggled to get back on her feet to assist him. The moment Cass reached the front doorstep, he collapsed on the floor instantly. “Why do you prefer hurting this much, Kiara?” Cass whispered and shut his eyes immediately. A deep frown appeared on Caroline's lips as she heard Cass's voice. “You're also hurting me as well Cass, please can't you just love me back? I'm f*cking fricking out right now because I'm just so sad and confused. I love you so much Cass so please stop avoiding me, it hurts so much.” She whispered as her voice began to break slowly. As she bent down to Cass's level, she touched his soft brown hair and dre
As Kiara sat comfortably, she glanced at Cass and noticed that he had been staring at her for a while. With a slight scoff, she averted her gaze elsewhere immediately. Caroline watched with suspicion as Cass continued to stare at the woman he barely knew. She had never seen him look at anyone with such calm and warm affection before.Caroline wished she could be the recipient of Cass's gaze, but instead, she watched as he continued to stare at the lucky lady.Raymond concluded his announcement with, "Thank you once again for showing up. Please enjoy your stay here." As he made his way to where Aiden and Kiara were seated,The moment Kiara left to use the restroom, Cass stood up, causing Caroline to glance in his direction, expecting him to at least say a word or two before leaving. However, to her disappointment, Cass turned and made his way towards the direction Kiara had gone. Caroline watched him disappear, feeling a knot in her stomach. She knew that Cass's attention was now focus
"Don't say a word to anyone," Cass ordered Caroline as they arrived at the dinner party. "Just smile and look pretty." Caroline frowned and lowered her gaze to the floor in disappointment.Cass had insisted that she accompany him to this event, despite her discomfort. As the press began to photograph them, Cass stepped out of the car first and extended his hand to help Caroline out. At that moment, Caroline wished that the gesture had been genuine, that Cass cared about her as more than just an accessory to his image. But she knew that was unlikely. As the reporters snapped pictures of the couple, Cass leaned in and whispered something into Caroline's ear, with his voice low and commanding. "Remember your place," he said, a thinly veiled threat in his words.Caroline's fake smile faltered for a moment, but she quickly recovered while her lips curved up into a tight, forced grin. She knew that she couldn't afford to make a scene, not when Cass's reputation was at stake.But as they wa
The moment Blake applied the brakes, Aiden opened the car door and climbed down immediately. With a deep breath, he wasted no time to walk inside quickly, while Blake trailed behind him. As they stepped inside the living room, they both parted ways. Aiden stood still at his doorstep and squeezed the door knob gently. As he stepped inside, his eyes widened in extreme shock the moment his gaze met with the slender gorgeous-looking lady that stood across the mirror.While Kiara adjusted her dress, she felt a hand grip her waist gently. “When I said look your best, I never meant you should dress to seduce anyone,” Aiden whispered as he slowly brought his hands to her breasts and squeezed them tightly while she kissed her neck.A smile crept on Kiara's lips as she quietly turned to face him while she wrapped her arms boldly around his neck. “I dressed to seduce you.” She whispered and joined her lips with Aiden lips. As Aiden realized they were supposed to be somewhere, he broke from the