Emma's POV
Scarlett, with a triumphant smile, patted my shoulder. "You don't have to panic too much, Emma. President Logan isn't the type of person who would misunderstand your good intentions. You know he's a polite and professional person."I smiled faintly, though I wasn't entirely sure. The thought of Logan, of how calm and collected he always seemed, made me wonder if this dinner invitation would trigger a more difficult conversation than a simple thank you. Especially after the strange incident with Joseph, which, unbeknownst to me, seemed to involve Logan in ways I couldn't quite comprehend."My mind is full, Scarlett," I finally answered honestly. "Not just about President Logan, but all of these things... Matthew, Joseph... I'm not sure I can think straight right now."Scarlett looked at me with an empathetic gaze. "I get it, Emma. Your life has been a mess lately. But sometimes, when everything feels like it's falling apart, little thingLogan’s POVWhen my phone rang, I was a little surprised. The name Emma flashed on the screen, and for a moment I felt a mix of emotions, surprise, worry, and something akin to excitement. For a few seconds, I just stared at my phone, trying to form the right words to answer her.“Hello?” I tried to keep my tone neutral, even though there was a fluttering feeling I couldn’t help but feel.Emma’s voice sounded a little nervous, and that made me even more anxious. “President Logan? This is… Emma.”“Oh, Emma. Hi. How are you?” I tried to sound casual, but I knew my tone was a little tense. I couldn’t hide the excitement I felt. After last night, something felt unfinished, and hearing her voice again made me feel better.“I’m… fine, thank you. How about you?” Emma sounded a little awkward, and that made me even more curious. What happened? Why is she calling me?“I’m fine too,” I replied, trying hard to keep my tone calm. “Um, can I
Logan's POVI looked at her gently, trying to calm the mood. “I understand your good intentions, but I want this to be a fun night for both of us. Let me handle this. You just enjoy yourself.”Emma nodded slowly, though she still seemed uncomfortable. We ordered a few dishes from the degustation menu, and the waiter quickly took our orders. When the waiter left, I could feel the tension in the air.The two of us started a conversation about work and everyday life, but the conversation felt awkward. Emma tried to smile, but I could see the discomfort in her eyes. I felt uncomfortable too, trying to find a way to make this night more enjoyable.“Emma.” I looked at Emma across the table. The food was almost done, but the awkwardness was still there. I tried to find a more personal topic, something that we could talk about more openly, but still maintain civility. Gently, I asked, “How are your kids, Emma? I remember you mentioning them before. Adolf
Logan's POV When our main course was finished, the atmosphere was still filled with awkwardness. I felt like our conversation had made Emma open up a little bit, but there was still a very clear distance between us.After a moment of silence, Emma suddenly said, "Excuse me, President Logan, I have to go to the bathroom for a moment."I nodded, trying to smile despite the awkward atmosphere. "Sure, go ahead. I'll wait for you here."As Emma left, I took a deep breath and looked at the waiter in the corner of the room. Without hesitation, I waved my hand, beckoning him to come over. "Please, bring us a special dessert," I said in a calm tone.The waiter smiled and quickly went to prepare my order. I had planned to make this night a little more memorable, and a fancy dessert might be a way to ease the tension that was still lingering. Maybe this was also an opportunity to show Emma that I wanted more than just a formal working relationship.
Logan’s POVI glanced over at Emma, watching her reaction. Her face tensed, clearly displeased with James’ comment, and I could feel the discomfort building between them. Still, Emma tried to keep her cool. “James,” she said simply, without further ado. She clearly wanted to end this conversation as quickly as possible.I stood next to Emma, paying close attention to every detail of their conversation. I knew who James was, but I chose to remain silent. Even though he was her ex-fiancé, I wanted to see how Emma would handle the situation.On the other hand, the woman who was with James, her new fiancé, was probably starting to look at me with a look that was too familiar for someone they had just met. Her eyes were sparkling, clearly captivated. She completely ignored what was going on between Emma and James, and instead focused on me. “Who’s the man with you, Emma?” the woman asked, her voice full of curiosity. “I’m Thea, James’ fiancé.”Emma
Logan's POV When we arrived in front of Emma’s house, I stopped the car and turned to her. “We’re here. Thank you for taking the time to have dinner,” I said in the friendliest tone possible. Emma smiled briefly, nodding. “Thank you too, President Logan, for the ride.”As the car stopped in front of Emma’s house, I stared at her for a moment, trying to read her calm yet cold expression. A strong urge arose inside me, an urge that I had been suppressing since the first time I met her. After Emma got out of the car, I unconsciously called out to her and got out of the car.“Emma...”She stopped in her tracks, turning her head slowly with a face full of confusion. “Yes, President Logan?”I took a deep breath, feeling my heart beating faster. My rational mind should have restrained me, but something forced the words out of my mouth. “I want to be a man who protects you... and your children too.”Emma’s expression changed drast
Emma's POV"Logan…" I whispered, even though no one could hear me. My feelings were in turmoil, and I felt increasingly confused. I couldn't deny that Logan's presence in my life gave me a comfort that I hadn't felt in a long time. But was it enough? Would that feeling last? I didn't want to make another mistake. Not just for myself, but for my children as well.I closed my eyes, but my mind couldn't calm down. Logan's words kept playing in my head. He said he would do anything I wanted, but I didn't even know what I wanted right now. My heart was still filled with confusion. Logan liked me, but I wasn't ready.The next day, I had to meet him again at the office. What should I do? How could I act like everything was okay after such a confession? I needed time. Logan had said that he wouldn't pressure me for an answer right now, and I had to take advantage of that time.With my mind still in turmoil, I tried to sleep, hoping that tomorrow would bri
Emma’s POVI looked at him confused. "Take me to work? President Logan, I have to go out of town for research today, and—""—and I know," he interrupted quickly. "That's why I came. I'll take you there.”I was speechless, completely taken aback by his words. "But, this is official business, President Logan. You don't need to interfere."He looked at me sternly, but his smile remained there, making it hard for me to refuse him. "I won't interfere with your work, Emma. I just want to make sure you get there safely. Besides, why can't a president drive one of his employees on business?"His words felt so light, yet so meaningful. I found it hard to answer them. There was no logical reason to refuse him, but deep down, I knew there was something more to it than just offering a ride."But I can go by myself," I tried to defend myself."Emma, it's not about can or can't. I want to drive you. Just think of it as a personal request
Emma’s POVI smiled thinly, trying to be professional and not respond further. “Thank you, Mr. David. We can start discussing the project proposal after dinner.”David chuckled and tried to touch my arm. “Ah, Emma, relax. We don’t always have to talk about work, do we?”I was starting to feel uncomfortable, and before I could think of a way out of this situation, Logan suddenly appeared from the other direction. He walked over with a determined stride, his face serious. “Excuse me, David, but Emma has to finish her work soon. My staff is only here today, and we have to go home soon.”I was surprised, not expecting Logan to intervene. But inside, I felt relieved. David immediately removed his hand from my arm and looked a little nervous with Logan’s dominating presence. “Oh, sure, sure. Then, let’s continue the discussion another time.”Logan gave David a sharp look before turning to me. “Come on, Emma, let’s have lunch somewhere else. I’ve
Emma's POV After that happy moment, the two of us continued our journey to the playground where the children were waiting. As soon as we arrived, the sound of laughter and cheerful shouts from the children greeted us. They were playing in the ball pit, and when they saw us approaching, their faces immediately lit up with joy.“Mom! Uncle!” Adney shouted, running towards us. Behind him, Adolf, Ainsley, and Allonza also jumped for joy, running towards us excitedly. My heart felt warm seeing them so happy.Logan bent down, stretched his arms, and said, “Come here, everyone! Gather here!” The four children immediately rushed Logan, surrounding him and hugging him happily. In an instant, Logan bent down, lifted one of the children in his arms and greeted them with a big smile. “How about you call me Dad from now on?”Without hesitation, they nodded together. “Dad!” they said in unison, and the sound was like music to my ears. Seeing them call Logan d
Emma's POV “Do you feel like you’re losing yourself when you’re with him?” Scarlett asked, trying to dig deeper.“No, it’s not that. When I’m with him, I feel alive,” I said, my eyes sparkling a little at the thought of Logan. “But the fear is always there. I don’t know if I’m ready to let him in completely, especially after everything that’s happened between us.”“So what do you want? Do you want to give Logan a chance to prove that he can be a better person? That he can be a good father to your children?”“I do,” I said quietly. “But there’s a part of me that keeps wondering if I’m just hurting myself. Am I just trying to create happiness for the kids without thinking about my own feelings? I don’t want to be selfish.”Scarlett nodded, understanding my concerns. “There’s nothing selfish about seeking happiness for yourself, Emma. And if Logan is already struggling with it, maybe it’s time you considered giving him a chance.”Heari
Emma’s POVThe days passed quickly, and Logan’s presence in our house became a regular occurrence, though sometimes it made me feel pressured. Every time Logan came over, the kids greeted him with great joy. They ran to hug him, as if he was a hero who had just returned from an adventure. Seeing the smiles on their faces made my heart flutter, but on the other hand, my feelings became more complex.When Logan started playing with them, I often got caught up in mixed feelings. It felt good to see the kids happy, but every laugh and familiarity between them made me more anxious. Was I really ready for all of this? Would I ever allow myself to open up to Logan after everything that had happened? These questions kept haunting my mind, and I tried hard to stay calm.There were times when Logan would ask me to play with him, but I always found an excuse to pull away. Maybe I thought that keeping my distance was the best way to protect myself and the kids. I didn
Emma's POV “Slow down, guys! We don’t want anyone to fall,” I called, a little worried as they ran aimlessly. But seeing them so cheerful made my heart flutter. Logan walked beside me, watching the kids with a big smile on his face. “They look happy,” he said, his gaze full of love. “Yeah, they do like being together like this,” I replied, though inside I felt a mix of happiness and uncertainty. Logan turned to me, his face serious for a moment. “Emma, thank you for giving me this opportunity. I know this hasn’t been easy for us, but I want to try to be a good father to them.” I nodded, sensing the sincerity in his words. “I appreciate that, Logan. But we still need time to adjust. This is just the beginning.”He sighed, seeming to understand. “I understand. I just want them to know that they have a father who cares. And I want you to know that I’ll always be here for you.”His words warmed my heart. Even though I sti
Emma's POV My heart was pounding. Even though I appreciated everything Logan had done, I knew that my soul was still stuck in uncertainty. “Logan, I don’t want you to feel burdened. This is a process, and I don’t want to rush it.”He nodded, though he looked a little disappointed. “Okay, if that’s what you want, I’ll respect that.” Logan’s voice was heavy, and I could feel his deep disappointment.“I promise I’ll make the right decision, and I hope you understand,” I said, trying to encourage him.“Thank you, Emma,” he said, though there was doubt on his face. “I just want you and the kids to be happy.”“I know. And we want you to be happy, too, Logan. Let’s do what’s best for the kids, okay?” After a few moments of silence, Logan reached out to take my hand, and I felt it warm. But when I came back to my thoughts, I knew there was still a lot to organize. “Now, let’s go join the kids. They need us both,” I said, trying to
Emma's POVA few days have passed since that night, a night filled with tension and fear. Now, Adolf has recovered. Seeing him playing with Adney, Ainsley, and Allonza filled my heart with happiness. They laughed, ran around the park, and teased each other with the joy typical of children. Their laughter was like touching music, erasing all the dark memories that had haunted us.I sat on the park bench, watching them with a big smile. However, behind that smile, my mind was reminded of everything that had happened. Seeing Adolf back to his usual activities was an indescribable joy. However, the image of that night—the fight, Cordelia, and all the tension—still felt like it was gnawing at my mind. It felt like just yesterday I almost lost everything. Now, I try to stay strong and optimistic, even though fear often strikes in the corner of my heart.This break gave me a chance to reflect. For days, we had been trapped in uncertainty and anxiety. However, see
Logan's POVAs his body collapsed, the full moon slowly began to fade, signaling the end of the ritual we had gone through. My adrenaline was still high as I stared at Adolf, my friend who had fought so hard. When it was all over, he lay still, but I could feel a little movement from him. His breathing became more steady, and slowly, his eyes opened. "Adolf..." Emma's voice sounded, full of emotion and worry. She ran to her son and hugged him tightly, tears streaming down her face. Seeing that moment, my heart trembled. There was something so pure in their meeting, a bond of strength that could not be expressed in words. I stood there, looking at them, feeling a mixture of relief and guilt hitting me at the same time. My success in bringing Adolf back to this world was an achievement to be proud of, but the shadow of the decision I made still loomed in my mind. I couldn't ignore the fact that the price was quite high. Even though this nigh
Logan's POVOur embrace grew tighter as if all the burdens and wounds of the past began to melt away between us. For the first time in a very long time, I felt a glimmer of hope. Hope to start a better life with Emma and our children. I would not waste this opportunity. Emma had forgiven me, and I would do everything to prove that I deserved to be a part of her life and our children. In that embrace, I knew that tonight was not just about Adolf being healed, but also about our first step in building a real family. As the warm embrace between Emma and I was released, the atmosphere changed suddenly when Kevin came rushing in, his face serious. "Alpha, the elders have arrived," he said in a firm tone. I turned quickly, seeing Emma who still looked a little confused. However, I knew that this was a very important moment, a moment where everything would change. I nodded towards Kevin, then turned back to Emma. "I have to go greet them."
Logan's POV The night was getting late, and the cold air began to infiltrate every corner of the room, reminding me that tonight was a crucial night. Outside, the moon was almost full, a sign that time was getting closer. I stood outside the slightly hidden room, waiting for the arrival of the elders who would help with Adolf's healing ritual. My mind was full of anxiety and uncertainty, but I tried to stay calm. While waiting, I heard light and slow footsteps approaching. I turned my head and was surprised to see Emma walking towards me. Her face looked pale, clearly showing that tonight had not been easy for her. When she was close enough, I frowned, a little worried. "Emma? Why are you here?" I asked softly but full of worry. "I asked you to sleep with the children. You need to rest." Emma shook her head slowly, her eyes looking tired but full of determination. "Adney, Ainsley, and Allonza are asleep," she said in a soft