Lucian's POVGasps of surprise sounded all across the meeting room. The words of the Alpha of Crismon Lake Pack came forth loud and clear, that I could not ignore either way.Marcus was the first to speak, following the moment Alpha George had spoken."What is this nonsense you speak?" Marcus's anger was clear."Supreme Beta, what I speak of is great urgency and seek instant brainstorming and intervention." Alpha George replied calmly.At my position at the head, my head already began to spin because of thoughts that created a typhoon. Even hearing Alpha George's old English intonation and speech made me sick and irritated."Why would you even say it? Can't you seek a better day and setting to divulge this critical information?" Marcus's eyes kept falling on me, like he was waiting to have a say.I remained silent and watched.Alpha George did his own part of answering the question thrown at him. "I would rather it be said here and now. It is true even though I may sound crazy.""Obvio
Marcus's POVLucian's mood suddenly swooped low and he looked completely dowmcasted. There was this sign of growing anger in his ocean-blue eyes, good thing he dismissed the meeting.If not, Alpha Roland would have not lived to see the next day.The meeting room was not empty, save for me and Lucian. Lucian sat quietly on his seat, spacing out with his eyes vacant."Lucian, get hold of yourself. Let's go to your study." I patted his shoulder to rouse him. He sighed deeply before standing up, I followed closely behind.When we got to study, Lucian slumped on the sofa in the office laying there carefree. I pulled a chair to his side. "Why the attitude? He only asked on your progress with Calla."Finally, Lucian spoke. "Something clicked inside me, my heart kinda fell at his words. Honestly, I don't know what caused it but I'm surprised.""Well, I do stand with Roland on this matter, what's your progress with Calla? You know I haven't heard from you two due to your tough mission." I made
Calla's POVShards of glass and pieces of broken furniture scattered all around the room."What in the world is going on in here?" Stephanie exclaimed, flinging the door of the study ajar.My eyes landed on a large and majestic wolf which was undoubtedly Lucian, his fur was so beautiful that I was lost for a moment. White and silky, only that it was tainted with sweat and blood but it look overwhelmimg.Marcus panted like a thirsty dog, bruises and claws marks filled him body, as well as Lucian. The wounds on Lucian make my heart prick painfully.Even with our presence, the two large beasts fought with sheer earth-shattering energy, carefree of their environment. As they fought, wounds continued to multiply on their bodies every time a blow was exchanged.I had enough of it and I could no longer watch, so I moved to stop the fight myself.Stephanie promptly pulled me back. "Are you out of your mind? Do you want to die?""Leave me alone. I have to stop them." I pulled my arm away. My ey
Calla's POV"What's wrong?" Lucian's voice cut my train of thoughts. I realized I had spaced out too much."It's nothing. I just remembered something back at home." At this juncture, my heart began to prick and squeezed at the slightest mention of my home. "Can we go now? I'm already tired and full."I was holding my overbearing emotions by a thin thread. I wanted to leave this place and go home to where I could release my held-up heart cries."I thought we just got here." Marcus pouted his lips in a childish manner. I felt heat raise to my head, I was close to exploding in anger. I controlled myself and softly uttered."Fine. Stay if you want but I'm going home." With that, I stormed out of the restaurant and called the nearest cab back to the pack house.As I sat in the back seat of the cab, I couldn't help but replay the events of the day in my head. The tension between Lucian and Marcus was so thick you could cut it with a knife. I just had to suggest going out for lunch to try t
Calla's POVI woke up to the sound of soft snores and my eyes slowly adjusted to the dim light in the room. It was later in the night, and I noticed Lucian sleeping on the sofa in an uncomfortable position. He must have stayed here all night to make sure I was safe.I couldn't help but feel grateful for him. He listened to me as I poured out my heart about the Alpha and promised to protect me. I remembered feeling so comforted by his words and the warmth of his hand on mine. He stayed with me until I fell asleep, and now he was sleeping here, in my room.Looking at him now, I could see the exhaustion etched on his face, but I was touched by his dedication to me. I didn't think anyone had ever cared for me as much as Lucian did despite my hard-back. I felt a warmth in my heart at the thought of him.I walked over to the sofa where Lucian was sleeping and noticed that he was in an uncomfortable position. I couldn't let him continue sleeping like that. "Lucian," I said softly, nudging hi
Lucian hung up the call and came to sit beside me. Our conversation began to get more and more interesting as we talked. I had the impulse to tell him my story."I think I should tell you my own story, it's pretty bad as yours or probably worst."Lucian laughed heartily and softly. "let's hear it.""My own childhood had been vastly different, as I was the only child of a wealthy family who loved and pampered me." I began my tale.My parents had given me everything I could have ever wanted, and I had never known hardship or struggle.But things changed when I fell in love. I met Axel at a party, and we hit it off immediately. He was charming and handsome, and I fell for him hard. But my parents didn't approve of him. They thought he wasn't good enough for me, and they forbade me from seeing him.But I couldn't stay away from Axel, and I continued to see him in secret. Eventually, my parents found out and banished me from the pack. I was heartbroken and alone, but I had Axel.Or so I th
Lucian's POVAs we all agreed to go to the park for a picnic, I suggested that we use my private car, which my butler would drive for us. I was excited about spending more time with Calla and getting to know her better.As we arrived at the park, I couldn't help but smile at the lively scenery. I hadn't had the luxury of time to enjoy the beauty of nature in a while. Seeing Calla smile and laugh warmed my heart, and I was grateful for the chance to share this moment with her.Watching her, I couldn't help but think of my ex-girlfriend and how different things were with her. I was glad that I held on to my feelings for Calla, even when I wasn't sure if she felt the same. Being with her now made me feel more alive than ever.As we set up our picnic spot, I took a moment to reflect on how far Calla and I had come in such a short amount of time. We used to argue and disagree on almost everything, but now we were enjoying each other's company like old friends. It was an unexpected but welc
Calla's POVI was now in the safety of my room, but I could brushed off the feeling of uneasiness flowing in my veins. Right from the time back in the park where he picked the call that came to his phone, his either demeanor changed drastically no matter how he tried to hide.I had theories on what could be the possibilities for his change in mood. I knew his anger wasn't targeted at me but someone else. Someone must have done something wrong to him or something else. My brain couldn't just grasp unto it, so I decided to take things into my hands and find out what was happening.I inquired from one of the maids whether Lucian still held the meeting with the men that I saw earlier. She said they were still having a meeting.So my plans now set into motion, after some minutes of thinking and confirmation, I dressed up and moved out.It was already past 10 pm in the night, so the hallways were empty, save for one or two maids or guards moving around. When I sense someone was coming, I w