Emma's POV
They squirmed in bed, reluctant to open their eyes. Adney, who was usually the hardest to wake up, just squirmed deeper into his pillow. But I knew a trick to wake them up.I approached their beds one by one, tickling their little feet. "Come on, wake up, we can play with bubbles in the bathroom," I teased.That was all they needed to wake up. One by one their eyes opened, and bright smiles began to spread across their sleepy faces. "Play with bubbles!" exclaimed Allonza, the most enthusiastic of them.I chuckled and led them to the bathroom. Giving them a bath is one of my favorite moments, even though it can be a bit chaotic sometimes. However, watching them play with bubbles, laughing and splashing water on each other, made all the mess worth it. Water and foam were flying everywhere, but I didn't care. The sound of their laughter was the best medicine to banish any lingering anxiety from last night's nightmare.After they weEmma's POVI tried to restrain myself, hold my head high, and continue on my way without showing any feelings. I knew I was better than this, and there was no point in dwelling on the past. "Emma?" James' voice suddenly called my name, making me stop for a moment. I could feel him staring at me, waiting for my reaction. I just nodded slowly without looking at him, then continued walking without saying anything. There was no point in engaging in a conversation that would only open old wounds. However, Thea's soft laughter and their affectionate whispers as I turned around made me feel a little hurt, even though I knew I shouldn't care. I entered the office building, trying to ignore the feelings that were still stirring inside me. I tried to convince myself that I had made the right decision by not involving myself in the drama of the past. James was already a part of my old life, and I should focus on the present, on my children, my job,
Logan's POV I sat on the porch of the villa, trying to find the peace that usually came so easily. The forest in front of me seemed deserted, nothing could dispel the thoughts of Emma and her children. It had been two weeks since the party, but my mind kept getting stuck there—in the images of the smiling little children, and Emma, who always seemed strong despite the sharpness behind her glare. I should be able to focus on my task. I was the Alpha here, and the werewolf boys were counting on me to train them. But for some reason, today I couldn't even concentrate. This morning when I had trained with them, I had only half-heartedly. Their moves were wrong, but I had no desire to correct them. All my energy and motivation had been sucked away by the thoughts of Emma. I glanced up at the sky, letting out a long sigh. Why had I let myself get caught up in this situation? Emma and her children were none of my business, at least they should
Logan's POV I made the second call, hoping that this time she would answer. Still no answer. My brow furrowed, and my fingers felt restless on the phone. I stared at the screen, feeling as if the distance between us was wider than it actually was. Why isn't she answering? Could she be that mad at me? Or maybe he doesn't want to deal with 'Joseph' anymore? I tried again. The dial tone was so slow and tense. Finally, Emma's voice came through the line. "Hello? Who is this?" That voice. The voice I've been missing all this time finally came. I took a deep breath before answering, "It's me. Joseph." I could hear her deep breath and her defensiveness instantly radiated from her flat tone. "Joseph?" She was about to hang up, I could feel it in the brief pause between her words. "I don't have time for this." "Emma, wait!" I almost shouted, my voice hoarse with panic.
Emma's POVI heard Adney's scream, then Adolf's loud voice that suddenly shook with fear. I ran into the living room and saw Adolf fall, bleeding from his temple after hitting the edge of the table. The sight made my heart beat faster. Fresh blood seeped from the wound on his face, and his cries grew louder. My heart felt like it was being crushed seeing my son in this state.Cold sweat soaked my forehead as I ran towards Adolf. I lifted him into my arms while trying to calm the other three children, who were crying hysterically, seeing their brother hurt. I felt a tension in my chest, my mind spinning trying to find a way to handle this situation.In a panic, I immediately took out my phone and called Reyna, my children's nanny. "Reyna, help! Adolf fell and was badly injured. I need your help here as soon as possible. I'll take Adolf to the hospital. Take care of Adney and Ainsley, okay?"Reyna's calm voice on the other end of the phone gave me a
Logan’s POVAfter Emma hung up the phone with a panicked voice, the calmness that usually came over me seemed to disappear in an instant. My heart was beating fast, and anxiety was spreading from my chest to my entire body. I tried to call Emma again but she didn’t pick up. I felt uneasy, and I knew I had to go see Emma to make sure everything was okay.As I started to grab my jacket, my steps were suddenly blocked by Cordelia. She stood in the doorway of the room, her face showing an annoyed and worried expression. “Logan, you’re not going anywhere,” she said in a firm tone, trying to stop me.“Cordelia, I have to go. Emma might be in trouble, and I need to make sure she’s okay,” I replied, trying to brush her off and continue my steps.Cordelia looked at me with eyes full of anger and sadness. “You can’t keep ignoring your responsibilities here just to chase after that woman. You’ve been ignoring the pack and the boys for two weeks. They need y
Emma's POVEvery second felt like a year as I sat in the hospital chair, looking at Adolf lying in bed. The room was cold and silent, with only the sound of medical machines occasionally breaking the silence. Seeing Adolf with bandages wrapped around his forehead and his pale face, my heart felt like it was splitting apart. I felt like I had failed as a mother, trapped in a guilt that deepened as time passed.I imagined Adolf, with his cheerful smile that never disappeared, jumping around in the backyard. How happy he was when he played ball with Adney and Ainsley, often laughing happily that made me smile too. But now, those images felt like distant memories, sandwiched between the bitter reality that I had to face. I remembered his bright shining eyes, which were now weakly closed, and it felt like it was all my fault.I tried not to let these tears fall, trying hard to stay strong and not show weakness in front of Adolf. However, every time I saw the wo
Emma's POV Scarlett took a deep breath before answering. “It’s natural to feel that way, Emma. But remember, you’re not alone. You have friends and family who care about you. And your children know how much you love them. They see all the effort and care you put into it. Don’t let this guilt get the better of you.”I looked at Scarlett gratefully. “I really appreciate your support, Scarlett. Sometimes, I just need someone to remind me that everything is going to be okay.”Scarlett smiled softly and nodded. “Of course, Emma. You’re strong and you can get through this. Now, take a few bites of this hamburger. You need the energy to stay strong.”I finally picked up the hamburger and took a bite. Although my hunger and exhaustion made it hard to enjoy the food, Scarlett’s support gave me a little strength to continue. In the comfortable silence of the hospital room, I felt a little more at ease, knowing that I wasn’t alone in my struggle.As I t
Emma's POV I looked at Scarlett with grateful, yet firm eyes. “Scarlett, I appreciate your kind intentions, but right now the most important thing to me is my kids. They are my top priority. I don’t want to distract myself from them.”Scarlett nodded understandingly as if accepting my answer with respect. “I understand. If ever you feel ready to consider other possibilities, please feel free to contact me.”I exhaled and smiled softly, feeling a little relieved even though the worry and guilt still plagued my mind. “Thank you, Scarlett. I know you only want what’s best for me. But right now, I just need to focus on the kids and make sure they’re okay.”This conversation brought a little relief, even though the worry and guilt still plagued me. Scarlett had given me the support and understanding I needed, and I felt a little more at ease knowing that I wasn’t alone in this. As I slowly continued to eat, I felt the atmosphere become a lit
Emma's POV After making sure all the kids were asleep, I walked into the room and grabbed my phone that was lying on the table. Tiredness was starting to creep up on me, but I felt the need to talk to Scarlett. For the past few days, it seemed like we hadn't spent much time together, and I needed a little cheer. I dialed Scarlett's number and picked it up when she answered. "Hello, Scarlett!" My voice was cheerful, but a little tired. "Hey, Emma! How are you?" Scarlett's voice sounded warm on the other end. "I'm fine. Just finished dinner with the kids. They're very cheerful, as usual," I replied, sitting on the edge of the bed. "That's good to hear! They must make you feel better after all the drama at work." Scarlett sounded enthusiastic, and it warmed my heart to hear her voice. "Yeah, but I'm still tired. And the Logan thing's confusing me too," I said, my voice dropping slightly. "Logan? Still bothering
Emma's POV The journey home felt lighter with their cheerful voices along the way. They kept talking about the animals they wanted to see, the games they wanted to play, and the delicious food they imagined they could try at the tourist attractions. Although tired, I felt grateful to have four children who always made me smile in the midst of all the chaos of life. And I knew that no matter what happened in the future, as long as I had them, everything would be okay. When I arrived home, I was immediately greeted with laughter and screams of joy from my children. They ran around the room holding toys they brought home from daycare. Seeing them excited made my heart flutter. I immediately changed into more casual clothes, distracting myself from the tiring day. After changing, I headed to the kitchen to prepare dinner. Even though I was tired, nothing was more satisfying to me than cooking for my children. They all loved pasta, so I decided to make
Emma's POV The question hit me hard. Yes, I was thinking about Joseph, the man who always made me feel safe, but I also knew that behind every lie I made to protect my feelings, there was a huge void that no one could fill. Not even Logan. But I couldn't just admit it. I swallowed, hardening my heart. "Yes, you're right, President Logan," I said firmly. "I like another man. And that's why I don't want you to keep bothering me. So, please, stop all this. Stop making me feel special because I don't want it." My words sounded firm, but inside, everything felt like a mess. Logan was silent, saying nothing. His gaze changed—disappointed, hurt, and maybe a little angry. But I knew that what I was doing was the only way to stop this madness. Logan shouldn't get too close to me. I wasn't the one for him. Logan finally nodded, though his eyes still flashed with disbelief. "If that's what you want, Emma," he said, his voice colder than before. "I'll stop."
Logan’s POVI was silent, feeling the weight of this burden on my shoulders. What if Scarlett was right? What if I was going to lose Emma, not because of my past, but because of the lie I’d been hiding?“But what if she can’t forgive me?” I asked, almost in despair.Scarlett smiled thinly. “If she loves you, she’ll understand. But you have to give her the chance to make that decision. You can’t live in fear all the time.”I knew Scarlett was right. I couldn’t live in the shadow of this lie. If I truly loved Emma, I had to give her the truth, no matter how hard it was.Scarlett stared at me for a moment, then took a deep breath. “Logan, you know what you have to do. Don’t waste this chance.”I nodded slowly, feeling my resolve begin to strengthen. Maybe it was time for me to stop hiding. Maybe it was time for me to face the truth, no matter the consequences.Scarlett stood up and straightened her clothes before walkin
Logan's POV "We will be restructuring the team soon, and starting today, Scarlett will be appointed general manager to replace Matthew." The room fell silent. Everyone looked shocked. Emma's eyes widened, and Scarlett looked like she couldn't believe what I had just said. "President Logan..." Scarlett finally said in a shaky voice, clearly uncomfortable with the situation. "Is... this final?" I didn't budge. "Yes. It's final." "But why me?" Scarlett asked again, her eyes staring at me with a confused look as if she didn't want to believe what she had just heard. "And why now? There was no warning, no prior discussion." "Scarlett," I said in a colder tone. "You know this company needs a leader who can make quick decisions. You're the right person for that." She was still looking at me with doubt, and out of the corner of my eye, I could see Emma looking confused and a little anxious t
Emma's POVI opened my office door with shaking hands, trying to calm myself after what happened earlier. My head was still full of all the commotion that happened, but I couldn't let it bother me any longer. As I stepped into the room, my gaze fell on my desk, which was usually my sanctuary, but this time it felt like a burden. I sat down on the chair, took a deep breath, and tried to think clearly, but my head was filled with voices colliding with each other.A moment later, my office door opened slowly, and Scarlett walked in. Her expression immediately changed when she saw my face which must have looked confused."Emma, what happened outside?" Scarlett asked, her eyes full of worry. "I heard the commotion, and everyone was talking about you."I took a deep breath, feeling the weight on my chest getting heavier as I had to tell this again. "Thea came… and she slapped me in front of everyone," I said, still not believing that it really happene
Emma's POVWhen Logan pulled my hand, I could only stare for a few seconds. The atmosphere around me felt so foreign, even though I had just arrived at the office a few minutes ago. And suddenly, Thea came attacking me like a storm. Then Logan appeared, like a hero protecting the victim, but I was not a victim, and I didn't want him to protect me like this. Especially with the way he handled the situation earlier, telling Thea to leave and then canceling the business cooperation. It was too much.I pulled my hand from his grip, and the feelings that were boiling in my chest immediately exploded."President Logan, what are you doing?" I asked in a firm tone, trying to calm myself even though my blood was still boiling. My eyes looked directly into his calm eyes. "Why are you here? Shouldn't you be at the head office?"Logan was surprised to see my attitude. He frowned, then said calmly, "I was going to continue the problem here, but then I saw Thea
Thea’s POV"He... he slapped me, Logan," I said, my voice shaking. "I don't know what I did to make her mad." My lie slipped out of my mouth, and I saw Logan's gaze change. But before he could react, a doctor came in with water and wet towels, trying to tend to me. Meanwhile, Emma seemed rooted to the spot, not knowing what to say. Maybe she knew that no matter what happened next, everyone here already saw her as the bad guy. I had won, at least for now. I looked up at Logan's face, hoping he would show more sympathy. But Logan's expression was not what I expected. Instead, there was something different in his eyes, a coldness I had never seen before. When he finally spoke, his voice was firm, and surprisingly, it was not worry that came out of it, but cynicism. "Thea, you don't have to pretend anymore," he said flatly, releasing his grip on my arm roughly, causing my body to fall back slightly. I was shocked. What was this?
Thea's POVI swaggered into the lobby of the *City of Men* branch, my high heels clicking loudly on the marble floor, drawing the attention of several employees. Let them stare, I wanted everyone to know that I wasn't playing around. Straightening my back and lifting my chin, I searched for the person who had made me lose my mind."Emma!" I shouted loudly, my voice echoing throughout the room.Several people stopped talking and stared at me. I didn't care. My anger was already at its peak, and I wasn't going to let that woman get away this time. Where was she? Where was the woman who tried to ruin my life?Just then, the elevator doors opened, and there she stood. Emma. With her calm appearance, she seemed unfazed by my arrival, but that only made my anger worse. How could she be so calm after trying to take Logan away from me? Our eyes met, and I could see the shock on her face.Without thinking, I walked closer, each step strengthening