Arabella's POV. "I reject you, Arabella Reed, daughter of the overthrown Alpha," he mocked. I stood there, frozen in disbelief as his words echoed in my ears. The air crackled with tension, and my heart felt like it had been ripped out of my chest. "Arabella, I can't be with you. We're not meant to be mates," the guy who was supposed to be my mate said, his voice laced with no form of regret. Tears welled up in my eyes, blurring my vision as a sob escaped my throat. I couldn't comprehend how the love we once shared had turned into this painful rejection. It felt as if the world around me had crumbled, leaving only wreckage in its wake. I turned away, unable to bear the sight of him any longer. My legs carried me forward, propelled by the agony in my heart. Each step felt like a heavy burden as if my soul was dragging behind me. My mind was filled with a whirlwind of emotions - betrayal, hurt, and an overwhelming sense of loss. The forest enveloped me in its cool embrace as I ran,
Arabella's POV With a heavy heart and aching body, I pushed myself up from the ground, wiping away my tears. The pain radiated through every limb, a constant reminder of the battle I had fought and lost. But I couldn't let it consume me. I couldn't let the cruel Alpha's words break my spirit. Summoning every ounce of strength I had left, I took a deep breath and began to make my way to the pack house. Each step was a struggle, my injured body protesting with every movement, but the defiant part of me refused to give in to the pain. As I walked, I couldn't help but replay the events that had led me to this moment. The mistakes I had made, the choices that had brought me to face this relentless adversary. Regret washed over me like a tidal wave, threatening to drown my hopes of redemption. But I knew I couldn't dwell on the past. I had to focus on what lay ahead. Finally, after what felt like an eternity, I arrived at the pack house after getting dirty and pitiful looks from those I
Arabella's POV The voice behind me sent a jolt of surprise through my body, and I turned to face the mysterious stranger who had caught me off guard. My heart pounded in my chest as the man's piercing gaze bore into me, his grip on my hand getting stronger. His scent alone was something that could make me fall to my feet and kiss his. I could feel the intensity of his presence, and in his eyes, I saw a mixture of curiosity and suspicion, as if he were unraveling the secrets hidden within my soul. "Answer me before I alert the Alpha! Who are you? What are you doing here?" "I-I…" I was about to come up with a lie when I heard the footsteps of the what seems to be drunken Alpha's men. "Shit!" I cursed inside me and I tried to think of an escape route. Breaking free from this man was not an option as he held me tightly. As the voices for closer, the man's questions increased and I remembered a scene from a movie I watched. "I can't believe I'm considering this!" I said and immedia
Arabella's POV "SHIT!" I cursed, the booming voice echoed through, slicing my resolve like a dagger. I glanced over my shoulder and saw a group of werewolves hot on my trail, their eyes filled with a mix of determination and rage. My heart pounded in my chest, urging me to run faster. I weaved through the dense forest, the branches whipping against my skin as I pushed myself to the limit. Sweat dripped down my brow, mingling with the dirt on my face. The sound of snapping twigs and heavy panting filled the air, amplifying the sense of urgency that drove me forward. "Arabella, stop running! You can't escape us!" one of the pursuing werewolves bellowed, his voice laced with malice. I clenched my teeth, refusing to let their words deter me. I had no choice but to keep running, to stay ahead and out of their clutches. Adrenaline coursed through my veins, sharpening my senses and heightening my awareness of every detail in the forest. I could hear the distant call of birds and the rust
Arabella's POV "Thump thump, thump thump, thump thump," my heart continued to beat loudly as I heard him. The one I called a true friend just a few minutes ago? His words echoed in my mind, each syllable stabbing me with a blade of betrayal. Max, the man I trusted with my life, had made a deal with the very people who wanted to harm me. How could he? The weight of his betrayal crashed down upon me like a tidal wave, and I clutched at the window frame for support, feeling the coldness seep through my fingertips. Why did he do this? My mind raced, trying to make sense of the situation. Has everything been a lie? The way he was majestically in the forest. Was he waiting for me all along? Was this all a part of their plan? It felt like a cruel joke, a nightmare from which I couldn't wake up. The pieces of the puzzle began to fall into place - the odd glances, the secret phone call. I had been nothing more than a pawn in Nick's game. Anger surged through me, replacing the initial
Arabella's POVAt that moment, I realized that my survival hinged on making a choice. The options lay before me, each one carrying its own set of risks and uncertainties. If I chose to trust Max and stay, I would have to rely on him to navigate this dangerous situation. If Max was lying, I would be no worse off than if I had jumped out the window. But if he was telling the truth, if he could offer me a chance to escape this nightmare, then I had to take it.There was no denying that he had deceived me, but perhaps his warning had been genuine. On the other hand, if I attempted to escape through the window, I would be risking an encounter with Alpha Nick's men and jeopardizing any chance of finding a way out. My mind raced, weighing the possibilities and their potential outcomes. Could he truly be my ally? Was it worth the risk to place my trust in him once more?I took a deep breath, centering myself amidst the chaos of my thoughts. The adrenaline coursing through my veins made it
Arabella's POV"Ocean or Alpha? Decide now, Arabella, or you won't live to tell the tale,” I said to myself as I stared at the group of men.The turmoil inside me grew with each passing second. I knew I had to make a choice, and I had to make it quickly. The ocean, in all its vastness, whispered promises of both peril and possibility. Its waves crashed against the rocks below, urging me to dive into the unknown and take the risk.As Nick's men closed in, their eyes filled with sadistic pleasure, I could feel the adrenaline coursing through my veins. The sound of their heavy footsteps reverberated in my ears, intensifying my desire to leave. I glanced at Nick, his menacing grin sending shivers down my spine."Your time is up, Arabella," Nick sneered. "Just give up. No one can save you now."His words echoed in my mind, igniting a will to escape within me. "Looks like you'd have to jump, Bella," I said to myself. "I would not let him have the satisfaction of seeing us break."Without
Arabella's POV"Did you really kiss the Alpha?" Gary asked me and turned to the man bathing in the darkness. "Is she the one you were telling me about?”"Yes," he coldly said and turned around, walking away."Please," I begged, crying. "Alpha Asher, please. I'm sorry for what I did. I didn't mean to, please forgive me.” I begged, crying profusely and Gary looked at me, pity flickering in his eyes."Please, Alpha. Let's help her. She could be useful to you one day,” he suggested and Alpha Asher stopped in his tracks.I almost shot Gary a dirty glare. What did he mean by useful? I didn't leave my pack to come here and serve another fucking Alpha! The Alpha I kissed at that! I was about to ask what he meant by useful but the pain in my leg reminded me of what was at stake. To serve him for a while and then be free, or to die and not be able to do anything again. "Useful?” Alpha Asher asked, breaking my thoughts."Yes, yes. I'll do whatever you want. Just help me, please. I don't want t
Arabella's POVAfter feeding and tending to the triplets, we carefully escorted them to a secure safehouse in the basement of the attic. Ava insisted on staying with them, her protective instincts kicking in as she cradled our precious babies in her arms. With tears in my eyes, I kissed each of their foreheads, silently promising to return to them unharmed.As we left the safety of our makeshift sanctuary, the weight of impending conflict hung heavy in the air. The moon cast an eerie glow upon the forest, illuminating our path as we marched toward our destiny.The night whispered with the rustle of leaves, a symphony of anticipation and fear. We moved with purpose, each step a silent vow to protect our loved ones and rid the world of the darkness that threatened to consume us.Arriving at the rendezvous point, our allies stood ready, their eyes ablaze with determination. Jeremy, clad in the mantle of leadership, exuded a quiet confidence as he addressed the assembled group."We strike
Arabella's POVMy heart raced as the echoes of the ritual still lingered in my mind. The bond may have been severed, but either it didn't work or its remnants were imprinted on my senses. I turned to Asher, urgency etched across my face."We need to find Jeremy. He's in danger," I uttered, the gravity of the situation piercing through the newfound calmness.Without hesitation, my father led the way, his steps purposeful as we ventured back to the house but I stopped them. "I think he's in this direction," I shouted and they stopped."Noah, take them home. I'll go find my brother." My father suggested but I shook my head. Without me, they might never find him and I'll be restless. I had to go with them. We just had to be extra careful.The air seemed charged with an unspoken tension, and my instincts guided me toward Jeremy's location.As we moved deeper into the forest, a sense of foreboding enveloped us. The ominous rustling of leaves and distant echoes of a struggle sent shivers do
Arabella's POVIn the quiet of the nursery, surrounded by the soft breaths of the sleeping triplets, I grappled with the enormity of the revelations.I traced the patterns on the floor, lost in thought when Mary and her sisters materialized in the room. “Asher called me," Mary said, her eyes locking onto mine. "Your father explained the situation between you and the other Jere brother. “Is there a way to unlink us from each other? I don't want to be linked to him. And my blood, isn't there a way to remove that too?” I asked with hopeful eyes.“They asked me this and I will tell you the same thing I told them. Breaking a bond like yours is no easy feat. Only the witch who binds can unbind but she doesn't seem to be alive and with the help of my sisters and the rest of the coven, we'd try our best. I believe we can find a way.”Relief washed over me at the prospect of a solution. "Please, Mary, find a way”One of the sisters nodded, her expression serious. "First, we need to delve int
Arabella's POVI rushed to find Asher, my mind swirling with unanswered questions. As I entered the meeting room, Asher's concerned eyes met mine, and I knew he sensed that something was wrong."Dad needs us. There's something going on," I said, trying to convey the gravity of the situation.Asher nodded, immediately following me to my father's room. The atmosphere was tense as we entered, my father and Jeremy exchanging uneasy glances. My father gestured for us to sit, and as we did, he began to explain."As you already know, Jeremy and I are the Jere twins," he began, looking at his brother and then at me. "We've been around for more than three hundred years before I finally met your mom then had you. Before that time, the two of us used to rule, until there was a fight and he became a rogue. I couldn't bear to kill my own twin but I had to find a way and it came with its own consequences. With everyone's help, we were able to find the witch queen who explained that you were coming,
Arabella's POVAs I met Jeremy's gaze, a chill ran down my spine. The shared look of terror confirmed that what I had experienced wasn't merely a product of exhaustion. There was something more, something ominous lurking in the shadows."Jeremy," I whispered, my voice shaky. "What does it mean? Why would we both dream something so vivid and unsettling?"His eyes darted nervously, and for a moment, I wondered if he held a piece of the puzzle he wasn't ready to share. "Why did we have the same dream?" I asked and this time he opened his mouth to speak."We're connected. As for the dream, I don't know…"A surge of anxiety tightened my chest. "But what if it's a warning? What if something terrible is about to happen to Dad or you?"Jeremy hesitated, his jaw clenched. "We have to be careful. I think you should call your witch friend," he said, then turned around, an air of mystery following him as he left. "Don't bother him now, Ara," Asher sang in my ear as he saw that I was looking at t
Arabella's POVJeremiah's eyes held a mixture of sadness and regret as he regarded me. "Arabella, my dear, I've been trapped in this place for many years. Breaking the barrier at the door was only the first step. But now, we need the map that brought you here."I nodded, determined to free my father from this mysterious confinement. I retrieved the aged map from my Jeremy and handed it to him. As he studied it, a solemn expression crossed his face."This map is more than just a guide," he murmured. "It holds the key to the enchantment that keeps me here. We must decipher it together."I leaned closer, my eyes fixed on the intricate details of the map. "Tell me what to do, Father. I'll do whatever it takes to free you."He muttered a few incantations, his fingers tracing the lines on the map. Suddenly, the room seemed to shift, as if responding to whatever he was saying. A low hum filled the air, and the barrier that surrounded my father's room weakened."Arabella, my strength is fadin
Asher's POVJeremy led me to a secluded corner of the house, away from prying eyes and curious ears. The air was heavy with tension, and I fixed him with a glare that could pierce steel."Explain yourself," I demanded, my voice low and threatening. "What happened with Arabella? And why the hell is my sister claiming some... connection with you?"Jeremy ran a hand through his wet hair, raindrops falling onto the floor like a steady beat. "Look, Asher, I didn't plan for any of this. I found Arabella outside, unconscious. I have no idea why she was there or what caused her to faint. And as for your sister, Ava, I can't explain that either. It's not something I control."I scoffed, unconvinced. "You expect me to believe that? We've been through enough without adding mysterious mates and fainting episodes to the mix. I need answers."He sighed, a weariness in his eyes. "I know it's hard to believe, but I'm not your enemy here. As for Ava, the connection she feels is real, even if it defies
Asher's POVAll of a sudden it began to rain heavily and we decided to go back inside.As I approached the entrance to our home, I noticed the lights were turned on. Thinking it was Jeremy, I ran in.Entering the living room, my eyes widened in disbelief at the scene before me. Jeremy stood there, his soaked figure revealing that he was in the storm outside. Yet, it wasn't the rain that held my attention, it was the limp form of Arabella he cradled in his arms."What the hell happened?" My voice came out, filled with shock and anger. I glanced between Arabella's unconscious form and Jeremy's stoic expression."She fainted," Jeremy explained calmly, his eyes meeting mine. "I found her like this outside. I didn't see you, so I brought her in."I could feel the heat rising within me. "Fainted? Why was she outside in the first place?""I don't know. She was just standing there, and then she collapsed. I did what I could to get her here quickly." "Call for the nurse. Now." My command cut
Arabella's POV"I don't know, Asher," I replied, my anxiety growing. "But I have a bad feeling about this. He just disappeared."Asher nodded, a stern expression on his face. "You stay here with the triplets. I'll gather some men, and we'll search the pack house and the surrounding area. We can't let him slip away when we are this close to finding what's going on."I watched as Asher hurriedly stood up, wore his clothes then left the room. Alone with the triplets, I couldn't shake the uneasy feeling that had settled in the pit of my stomach.The minutes felt like hours as I waited, listening to the distant sounds of footsteps and hushed voices. When Asher returned, his face wore a mix of frustration and concern. "We couldn't find him anywhere. It's like he vanished into thin air."I clenched my fists, frustration bubbling within me. "This is not good, Asher."Asher's gaze hardened. "We'll keep searching. But you need to stay here, Arabella. It's not safe for you to be wandering around