Logan's POV
I swung the car door open roughly, the sound echoing sharply in the silent night. Without thinking, I got in and slammed the door with a force that nearly shook the windows. My hands gripped the steering wheel, my breath still ragged, filled with anger. Damn it, Matthew! My mind kept spinning, back to that moment at the dinner table, when I saw him dare to touch her without permission. I could barely contain myself.My eyes were closed, but the image came back to haunt me. His hand was on her shoulder, his face filled with confusion and fear. I knew, at that moment, I couldn't stay silent. I got up and hit him with the punch he should have received from the beginning. It didn't feel enough. My blood was still boiling.Damn it!I hit the steering wheel, hard. The thud didn't ease anything—it only added to the tension inside me. My body was changing, I could feel it. My muscles throbbed beneath my skin, tightening rapidly. Something insiLogan's POV I needed air. I needed something to take my mind off of all this. I started the engine, the sound rumbling through the small space. Without thinking, I drove down the road, leaving the place behind. I needed time to think and to calm my anger before I did something I might regret.But one thing was for sure, this wasn't going to end here. I couldn't let it go. She deserved more than mediocre protection. She deserved full protection from anyone who tried to hurt her.I took a deep breath, calming myself once again. This was a long journey, and I knew I had to be ready for whatever came next.I could feel it. The throbbing in my temples was getting louder, and the anger was building as if it was going to explode inside my chest. The breath I had been holding started to rush uncontrollably. My hands were shaking, wanting something to destroy. For a moment, I lowered my head, closing my eyes, trying to calm myself. But what I saw behind my eye
Logan's POV Without waiting for an answer, I went up to him and hit him with full force. The first blow hit his stomach, making him stumble backward, choking on the pain. The second hit his jaw, breaking something. He fell to the ground with blood pouring from his mouth, struggling to breathe. “I asked why, Mattew!” I roared, grabbing his collar and pulling him up, then slamming him into the ground. He groaned, unable to answer. My bloodshot eyes stared at him with a burning hatred. The rage that controlled my body began to obscure my thoughts. I could feel this wild power growing, ordering me to finish it. Kill him. He deserved to die. My sharp nails tore the ground around his body. I bent down, bringing my face close to his bloodied and sweaty face. “Why did you hurt her?” I gritted my teeth, my fangs showing clearly. “Is she a cheap woman in your eyes? Does she not deserve respect? Answer me, Mattew!” I shouted, almost cutting through the s
Emma's POV The door to the house opened with a soft sound as I pushed it. The night felt quieter than usual, and fatigue began to creep into my body after a long day. I had just closed the door when I saw something that made me stop for a moment, a figure of a man sitting near the front steps of the house, with his head bowed. "Joseph?" I whispered, a surprised sound escaping my lips. It was indeed the man who had always bothered me but had disappeared again a few days ago. But tonight, he looked different. His face was pale and tired, and his gaze was blank as if he had lost his direction. I slowly approached him, careful, not wanting to startle him. "What are you doing here?" I asked softly when I reached him. But Joseph just stayed silent, not answering, his eyes still fixed on the ground. Seconds passed in tense silence until finally, he moved slightly, his body limp, and fell into my arms. I was surprised, not prepared for the weight of h
Emma's POV When Joseph slowly pulled away, his eyes were still staring at me intensely. He didn't say anything else, but I knew how he felt. I could feel it in his kiss. There was sincerity, there was pain, and there was an unspoken promise.In the moment of silence, I immediately felt something hit my chest, something that made me want to run. Without saying anything, I stood up quickly, my body feeling light but heavy at the same time. Without looking at Joseph again, I walked away, towards the door of my house.My shaking hands opened the door, and I rushed inside. Once inside, I slammed the door with a loud thud. I quickly locked it, as if to separate myself from the outside world, from the feelings that had just enveloped me.I leaned against the door for a moment, taking a deep breath. The sound of my breath sounded breathless, but not from exhaustion but from deep confusion.Without thinking, I started running slowly towards my room. E
Logan's POVAs Emma said goodbye and went to her office, I could only stand there, staring at her back, which was getting farther away. This feeling of anxiety continued to creep inside me, making me more confused by everything that was happening. I should have been able to control my feelings, I should have remained the cold, strong, and distant Logan. But in front of Emma, all those walls collapsed, and I felt helpless.My thoughts kept turning back to last night's incident when I was in front of her house... as Joseph.I could still feel the cold sensation of the night piercing my skin as I stood outside Emma's door. My body was tired, not because of the drained energy, but because of the burden of thoughts that continued to haunt me. When I knocked on her door, it felt like everything inside me collapsed. As Joseph, I could forget my role as Logan. I could allow myself to be someone more honest, more open, closer to her. And that was scary.
Logan's POVShe stood in front of the desk arrogantly, her smile full of mystery, as usual. Her gaze pierced through me as if she knew what had happened. Suddenly, a feeling of discomfort hit my chest. “Cordelia?” I closed the door hard, walking closer with heavy steps. “What are you doing here?” I tried to sound calm, but the tension in my voice couldn’t be hidden. She smiled faintly, calm as if nothing was wrong. “I was waiting for you, Alpha.” “I don’t remember asking you to come. How did you know I was here?” I asked in a sharper tone. I stared at her closely, trying to figure out what she really wanted. “Were you following me? Do you know about last night?” Cordelia just shrugged slightly, as if my question didn’t matter. “I know a lot of things, Alpha. I know where you were last night. And I know what happened.” I felt heat spread through my body. What did she mean by “what happened”? Did she know about Emma? Did she know
Emma's POVThat morning, I walked to my office with hesitant steps. My mind was still full of confusion that had not gone away since last night. Joseph… Logan… I didn't even know what I was really feeling or what was happening around me. Every step I took felt heavy like something was hanging over my mind, holding back my every movement.When I arrived at the office, I stared around blankly. My coworkers were busy with their tasks, but it felt like I was walking in a thick fog, unable to focus on anything. Everything felt foreign. I should have felt relieved after everything that happened last night, but there was something I couldn't explain, something that made my chest feel tight.I started walking towards my desk when heavy footsteps were heard behind me. Reflexively, I turned around, and what I saw made my eyes widen in shock.Mattew.His face was battered and swollen in several parts, and the most striking thing was the neck brace t
Emma's POV Mattew shrugged, his face full of confusion and fear that had not completely disappeared. "I don't know. I just know that since that night, I felt like I was being watched. And then… he came."I bit my lip, anxiety starting to creep up on me. Was Joseph really involved in this? If so, what was he really hiding from me? Why didn't he ever explain everything?Mattew looked at me once more, his face down, as if waiting for my last words. But I was too confused to respond further. Everything I had just heard added to the confusion that had already clouded my mind since last night."Go, Mattew," I said again, my voice now sounding weaker, almost a whisper. I didn't know what else to do.Without another word, Mattew turned and walked away, leaving me in even deeper confusion. When his shadow disappeared, I could only stand there, trying to make sense of everything I had just heard. The masked figure, Joseph, Mattew's change in attitude.
Logan’s POVThat night, the atmosphere in the restaurant Scarlett had chosen was warm and festive. Soft lights hung from the ceiling, creating an intimate atmosphere that made everyone feel comfortable. The tables were beautifully set, decorated with crisp white napkins and small candles lit, creating the perfect atmosphere to celebrate Scarlett’s promotion.When I arrived, Scarlett was already sitting in the middle of the room, surrounded by several cheerful coworkers. A wide smile lit her face when she saw me enter. I waved and felt a tinge of warmth as she waved back, signaling that I was in the right place.“Finally, Logan!” Scarlett called out as I approached, the atmosphere growing even more festive as everyone stared at me. “I was worried you wouldn’t come!”“I wasn’t going to pass up this opportunity,” I replied with a smile. Although awkward, I tried to hide the nervousness that was hanging inside me.The rest of my coworkers beg
Logan’s POVI sat in my office chair, my eyes blankly staring at the computer screen. Although I tried to focus on the pile of documents in front of me, my mind was distracted by Emma. Twice I had been rejected by the woman I wanted most in my life. Twice I had felt like I had fallen into the same abyss.The incident in front of Emma’s office was still fresh in my mind. I couldn’t understand why she was acting the way she was. When I pulled her hand away, hoping to explain my feelings, Emma instead slapped my hand away angrily. The frustration grew when I realized that her rejection was not only because of me as Logan but also because of my past as Joseph.Confusion and annoyance swept through my mind. I wanted to scream, wanting to express all the mixed emotions in my heart. Why couldn’t she open her heart to me? Why did she have to compare me to other men, especially Joseph? I felt like I was not only competing with that man but also fighting against the
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