Logan's POV As I got closer, Emma suddenly turned her head and looked at me. Her face instantly changed, from calm to full of annoyance. I could see the hatred in her eyes, and it only made me more interested. "What are you doing here again?" Emma asked sharply, trying to keep her angry voice from being heard by the children. I smiled faintly behind my mask. "I just wanted to see you, Emma. See our children." Her face flushed with anger. "They're not your children, Joseph! And I told you, don't ever come near me again!" I could feel her anger and fear. She was trying to protect something, but she couldn't get away from me. I wasn't going to give up so easily. Ainsley, curious, approached, wanting to know who this strange man was talking to her mother. I lowered my body, eye level with Ainsley, and tried to smile warmer. "Hi, you must be Ainsley. Pretty name for a pretty girl." Ainsley looked at me with sharp eyes, just like her mother. "I don't want to talk to you," she said c
Logan's POVAfter leaving the park, my thoughts kept wandering to Emma and her children, our children. I drove aimlessly, just letting the wheels spin, while my mind was busy thinking about my next move. Meeting them today, even in a tense situation, was a reminder that I couldn't let this opportunity pass me by.Emma was stubborn, but I could tell she wasn't completely closed to the idea of me wanting to be a part of the children's lives. She might not admit it, but there were small moments, maybe just glimpses, where I felt hope.But I also knew that I couldn't keep pushing like this. I had to be smarter and more careful in approaching them. Emma was clearly still carrying a lot of pain from the past, and I couldn't blame her. But the children shouldn't have to suffer because of the mistakes I made. They deserved a father, even if it was a man with a dark past like mine.The next day, I decided to take a different approach. I sent each of the
Emma's POV I just smiled, though there were so many things behind that smile that I wanted to say. "Yeah, they do brighten up my days," I replied quietly. Scarlett put her cup down and looked at me more seriously. "But I can see that something is bothering you, Emma. You don't seem like yourself. What's wrong? Is there something bigger going on?" I paused for a moment, feeling my doubts take over. I wanted to tell her, but there was so much I had to hide, especially about who Joseph really was. But Scarlett was my best friend, and I felt the need to share at least some of what was going on. "There's someone..." I began, my voice shaking slightly. "Someone from the past who came back and messed everything up." Scarlett looked at me intently. "Someone from the past? You mean, someone you used to be close to?" I nodded, feeling the weight lift off my chest little by little. "His name is Joseph. He's come back into my life, and... he's bothering not only me but the kids as well."
Logan's POVI sat on the edge of my bed, staring blankly at the wall of my room. My mind was filled with images of Emma and her children. Damn it. Why did everything have to be so complicated? I squeezed my hands until my knuckles turned white. Why was I still thinking about Emma? I already knew the answer, but damn, I felt like I was getting caught up in a whirlwind of feelings that shouldn't be there.I took a deep breath, trying to calm myself down. But, before I could fully sink into my thoughts, my bedroom door suddenly swung open. Scarlett was standing there, her eyes sharp on mine."What the hell, Scarlett? Have you never heard of 'knock' before entering someone's room?" I asked in an angry tone.Scarlett just smirked, then walked in as if she had every right to be there. "Calm down, Logan. I just met someone you know."I frowned, no time for Scarlett's games right now. "I don't care who you meet. Get out of here, Scarlett."
Logan's POV "Scarlett, I know my responsibilities," I said softly, trying to convince myself as much as I was trying to convince her. "But Emma... she and the pups... they're important to me too." Scarlett looked at me with sympathetic eyes. "I understand, Logan. But you must remember, your responsibilities as Alpha are not something you can ignore. The young wolves need your guidance. They need you to be the leader they can depend on." Her words echoed in my mind. I had neglected my duties for too long and been distracted for too long by feelings and desires I should have been able to control. But could I really abandon Emma? Ignore the four pups I felt were related to me. I hung my head, feeling the weight of the choice I had to make growing. "Scarlett... I'm caught between two worlds. I want to be with Emma, I want to get to know the pups better. But on the other hand, I can't abandon this pack." Scarlett leaned in, patting my shoulder gently. "You don't have to choose
Logan's POV The next morning, I returned to the villa, the place that had once been the center of everything. There were so many memories and responsibilities attached to this place, and it felt strange to be here after so long, like returning to a world I had once left behind. In front of the villa, the young werewolves had gathered, waiting eagerly, though they tried to hide it behind their nonchalant demeanor. They all looked at me, waiting for instructions. I looked around, seeing young faces, full of enthusiasm, but also with the arrogance and self-confidence that only those who had not yet experienced the outside world could have. They reminded me of myself, full of ambition, eager to prove myself, but not knowing what they were really getting into. "Alright," I said, my voice louder than I had intended. "Let's begin." They immediately moved into position, showing their readiness for whatever I had to say. One by one, I checked their formation, making corrections here
Emma’s POVThat morning, I was getting ready to go back to work after a week of vacation. After making sure everything was ready, I prepared a simple breakfast for my four children. Adney, Adolf, Ainsley, and Allonza were sitting neatly at the dining table, each with a bright smile on their faces. I could feel the warmth in my heart seeing them so calm and obedient.“Allonza, are you ready for breakfast, honey?” I asked the youngest, who was busy drawing something on a paper napkin.“Yes, Mom,” Allonza replied with a small nod. She immediately put down her crayons and started eating.Ainsley, who was sitting next to Allonza, looked at her sister with a slight smile on her face. “Mom, last night Allonza said she dreamed of playing in the park again. Let’s go to the park again tomorrow, okay?” I smiled, stroking Ainsley’s hair gently. “If I am not busy, we’ll definitely go there again.”After breakfast was over, I took them to day
Emma’s POV "Yes, but you didn't tell me the real reason. I heard rumors about a man who keeps following you. Is that true?" He looked at me sharply this time, as if trying to read my mind."That's my business, not yours," I said firmly. I wasn't going to let him pry into my personal affairs. Matthew was always like this, wanting to know more than he should."You know, Emma, I could make your life harder here if I wanted to. I have the power to do that," he threatened, but I just smiled a little."You tried, Matthew, and look where I am now. I'm still here, doing my job well," I replied. I wasn't going to back down just because he tried to scare me.Matthew looked annoyed by my answer. His face turned red, but he tried to hide his emotions by taking a deep breath."Don't be cocky, Emma. Remember, I'm the one calling the shots here. If you don't cooperate, I can easily get rid of you," he said in a lower tone, trying to sound mo