Logan’s POV
After 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 yEmma'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
Logan’s POVAfter the final training session was over, I stood in the middle of the field with my hands on my hips, watching the exhausted werewolf boys. They were panting, their bodies soaked in sweat and dirt. Some were still trying to stand upright despite their obvious lack of energy, while others had collapsed, unable to hold on any longer.“You’ve gotten better,” I said, my voice hoarse but firm. “But there’s still a lot to learn. Real combat won’t give you time to run out of breath.”One of the boys, Ryan, looked up at me, panting. “You’re… really tough, Alpha. No wonder you’re called the unstoppable leader.”I shrugged, not interested in discussing the nickname. My eyes drifted to the surrounding trees, my thoughts suddenly drifting to Emma. It had been a few days since I’d heard from her, and this uneasy feeling just wouldn’t go away. I couldn’t wait any longer.But before I left, I had to finish this training session.“
Logan's POVI felt a heat rise in my chest. Hers? It was unbelievable. "I don't belong to anyone, Cordelia," I replied coldly, my gaze no longer able to hide the hatred that was growing stronger. "I can choose where I go and who I see.""Logan, you can't keep doing this!" She stepped forward, getting closer until we were only inches apart. "I've been patient enough. I've stood by you and supported you, and now you're just going to leave? Just for a woman who doesn't even think about you?"I clenched my fists, trying to keep myself from exploding. But Cordelia pushed me further over the edge. "Cordelia, listen. We've been done a long time ago. I respected you as a friend, or at least I used to. But it's over. You know that. And I know that."She stared at me in disbelief. "You can't just end things like that! You're only fascinated by Emma because she's different. She's not like us, Logan! She's just a weak human who doesn't understand anything about o
Logan’s POV I nodded, even though Scarlett couldn’t see. “I brought some food and toys for the two of them. Maybe that will help ease things a little.”Scarlett’s voice took a deep breath on the other end of the line. “That’s great, Logan. But I’m not sure you can give them to Emma right away. She’s in a complicated situation. Maybe you should give her some space.”“I know,” I said in a low voice. I’d been thinking about that since the trip here. “I’m afraid to disturb her. I don’t want to make things more difficult.”“You brought some food and toys, right?” Scarlett sounded more relaxed now. “Why don’t you just take them to her room? Maybe that will help her a little, Logan. Emma needs to see that someone cares and is there for her.”I paused for a moment, feeling conflicted. I wanted to see Emma, to make sure she was okay with my own eyes, but at the same time, I was afraid that my presence would disturb or make her uncomfortab
Emma's POVAs I stared at the tall man standing next to Scarlett, I felt confused and suspicious. I couldn't help but feel curious. Who was this man who Scarlett seemed to care about so much and brought so much food and toys?"Scarlett, who is this man?" I asked in an uncertain tone. I tried to remember if I had seen him before.Scarlett smiled and replied, "Oh, Emma, this is Logan. He is, hmm, maybe you forgot. He was the man who was in the villa at that time."When I heard that, memories of the villa and the man came to my mind. I remembered Logan, but at that time I didn't pay much attention to him. Now, he seemed very different and was here with a clear intention.Scarlett pushed Logan towards me in a rather hasty manner. "Come on, Logan, give the food and toys to Emma. She must really appreciate your help."With a cold attitude, Logan handed me the bag of food and toys. "These are for you and the kids. I hope this can help
Emma's POVI handed the document to him, relieved that this task was finally over. “You’re welcome. Scarlett said she had to rush to the bathroom because she had a stomach ache.”Logan nodded, but then, instead of leaving, he hesitated for a moment. I could sense the change in the atmosphere between us. “By the way… how’s your son? I heard he was hospitalized a few days ago,” he asked, a little awkwardly. I was momentarily stunned. Oh, he’d heard about it. “Yes, his name is Adolf. He’s doing better now, just needs a few more days of treatment,” I answered simply. I wasn’t used to talking about personal things with people, especially Logan, who I honestly wasn’t that close to. Logan smiled faintly, probably relieved to hear the news, but I could see the confusion in his eyes. “Oh, thank goodness. That’s good to hear. The care here is good, huh?” He tried to continue the conversation, but I just nodded and replied, “Yeah, good.” A sudden sil
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