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The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 040. Tell them the truth?
"Have you ever thought of telling them?"“Tell who what?” I asked, my voice muffled by my hands.“The kids... The truth," she said, her words landing heavily between us.I lifted my head, meeting her gaze. “The truth?”“Yes,” Helen said firmly. “About who Roman really is. That he's their father. Abd about why he’s here. They’re smart, Ruby. They deserve to know.”My chest tightened at the thought. “They’re just kids, Helen,” I said in a wavering voice. “How am I supposed to explain all of this to them?”“You’ll find the words,” she said, reaching across the desk to take my hand. “Because they need to hear it from you, not from a court or, God forbid, Roman himself. You have to control the narrative, Ruby.”I swallowed hard, the weight of her words settling on my shoulders. She was right. As much as I wanted to shield Rhett and little Ruby from this chaos, they deserved the truth.But how do you tell your children that the man who’s suddenly appeared in their lives is their father? That
Last Updated : 2024-12-07The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 041. Wrong choice...
DANE'S POVThe damp air of the abandoned warehouse clung to my skin like a second layer, the bitter tang of blood and rust heavy in my nostrils. My body sagged against the pole, the rough ropes biting into my wrists as they stretched high above me. Pain throbbed through my swollen mouth, and blood trickled down my temple, salty and warm as it pooled into my cracked lips."Haven't you had enough, Dane?" Alpha Damien's voice broke the heavy silence, filled with a rage that sent a chill down my spine.I lifted my head slowly, feeling sharp pain shoot through my neck with the movement. "I swear on my life, Alpha Damien," I rasped in a trembling voice, desperate to be heard, "I didn't steal the money."His eyes narrowed, glowing faintly in the dim light. He hissed in frustration, turning away from me with a flick of his wrist. "You didn't steal the money?" He turned around, his face very close to mine, his words cutting sharply. "Then who did, Dane? Who?”"I’m telling the truth, Alpha Da
Last Updated : 2024-12-09The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 042. A Call...
We had just pulled into the driveway, and the kids were already bouncing with energy despite the long day at school. As soon as we stepped inside, I handed Rhett and Ruby their bags and gave them a stern but playful look.“Straight to the bathroom, you two. No detours, no distractions.”“Yes, ma’am,” Rhett said with mock seriousness, and Ruby giggled as they raced up the stairs.Helen and I stood there for a moment, listening to their chatter fade into the distance. Then I turned to her. “Alright, let’s get everything unloaded.”We headed back to the car, opening the trunk to reveal the chaotic mess of shopping bags, toys, and goodies from the previous day. Helen grabbed a couple of bags, and I went for the bigger items, including Rhett’s oversized red remote-control car and little Ruby’s dollhouse.“I still can’t believe how much Roman spoiled them,” Helen said, shaking her head with a faint smile as she hefted the bags.“Neither can I,” I muttered, though my tone was less amused.A
Last Updated : 2024-12-10The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 043. Packing...
Helen and I sat back on the couch, exhausted but relieved to have the packing nearly done. A small mountain of boxes and travel bags stood stacked neatly on one side of the living room."Thank you so much for doing this," I said, putting my hands on my hips as I looked over the pile, the upcoming trip was weighing heavily on me.Helen waved it off, falling back dramatically onto the couch as if the effort of packing had drained her completely. “It’s all good, Ruby. That’s why I’m here. Besides, you know I can’t resist a good packing challenge.”I chuckled and joined her, collapsing into the chair beside her with a grateful sigh. We both looked at the pile of luggage quietly for a moment, the room filled with the unspoken tension that hung between us like a thick fog.“It’s a lot,” Helen finally said, shaking her head as she gestured toward the mountain of bags. “I mean… it’s just a week trip, right?”“Yep,” I muttered, the worry creeping into my voice despite my best efforts to sound
Last Updated : 2024-12-13The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 044. Here's the plan...
“You're traveling alone… right?” Rhett asked, staring at the packed bags, his protective instincts kicking in.“Yeah… I sure am,” I replied, my voice firm but gentle.“But you also packed our bags,” Rhett said, his eyes narrowing slightly as he pieced together the puzzle.“Umm…” I paused, looking back at the bags, my heart heavy with the weight of my words. “Yeah I did. While I’m gone, you two will be staying with Aunt Helen,” I added, glancing at Helen, who smiled reassuringly, her presence a comforting shield against the storm.The kids’ faces brightened slightly at that, the thought of spending time with Helen lifted their spirits. “Aunt Helen is the best!” little Ruby declared, her small voice filled with genuine enthusiasm.Helen laughed, her eyes sparkling with warmth. “You bet I am! We’re going to have so much fun!”“But you’ll come back soon, right?” Rhett asked, his voice quieter now, a hint of worry creeping back into his eyes.I reached out, placing a hand on his. “Of cours
Last Updated : 2024-12-13The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 045. No response...
ROMAN'S POVThe weight of the day's reflections hit me as I leaned back in my chair. The shadows from the large windows stretched across the glass table in front of me, mimicking the tangled mess of emotions swirling in my head.I couldn’t stop thinking about the kids—Rhett and Ruby. Their warm, unguarded smiles, the way they talked with such enthusiasm, their innocent eyes brimming with curiosity—it all struck me in a way I hadn’t expected. When they held my hand or threw their arms around me in a hug, something inside me shifted. For a few fleeting moments, I felt connected—truly connected—in a way I hadn’t in years. As I watched them play and laugh, their happiness was so pure that it made me face the huge gap I had let form between us.I’d failed them. Not as a provider or protector, but as their father. How had I let myself drift so far from something so vital? "Dad" was a heavy title to carry, one I had not done right in years… I hadn’t done at all. I’d missed too much—birt
Last Updated : 2024-12-14The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 046. Are you sure it's them?
“There’s something else.”“What?” I asked almost immediately.“You asked for updates on the other business contracts,” he said in a neutral tone, careful not to overstep.I leaned forward, resting my elbows on the polished wood of the desk. “Go on.”Drew’s eyes flicked down to his tablet. He scrolled briefly before meeting my gaze. “Three of the contracts were declined—two in Paris and one in New York. Seven were approved, and the rest are still pending, awaiting signatures or further negotiations.”The numbers rolled over in my mind like a slow wave, and I nodded thoughtfully. “Not bad,” I said finally, though the rejections nagged at me. “Looks promising.”Drew’s shoulders eased, a subtle but telling shift in his normally rigid posture. He wasn’t the kind of assistant to show cracks, but I could read him better than most.“Anything else?” I asked, leaning back in my chair. The leather creaked softly under the shift of my weight.“Nothing else for now,” Drew said with a slight shake o
Last Updated : 2024-12-15The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 047. Departure...
“Stay where you are. Watch them, but don’t let her see you. Text me the flight details as soon as you can.”“Alright,” Kai said before the line went dead.I set the phone down, my hand shaking a bit from trying to control my feelings.I slammed my hand against the desk, the sound echoing in the quiet room. Ruby wasn’t going to do this. She wasn’t going to take my children and disappear.I took a moment to collect my thoughts. Ruby had made her decision, and realizing that she was leaving with the children filled me with an unexpected sense of urgency. I pushed my chair back and stood up, pacing to and fro. The walls felt like they were closing in on me, and I needed to breathe. I glanced at the clock on the wall; it was nearly 7 PM. If they had already checked in, they could be boarding any minute. I had no time to waste… PING!The sound of my phone drew my attention back to the device laying on the desk. It was a text from Kai, short and to the point: “Flight 237 to Howling Heights
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The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 174. Cruel Joke...
~Helen's POV~"SURPRISE!"A voice came from behind me, and I froze, my entire body stiffening. My heart pounded as my fingers curled around my phone. "Uncle Liam?" Rhett’s voice was barely audible, filled with disbelief."Uncle Liam!" he and Little Ruby chorused in excitement.I slowly turned; my breath caught in my throat, my mind racing with worst-case scenarios. But as soon as I laid eyes on him, I felt the tension in my chest release."Liam?" I breathed out. "How is this even—?"Yet, there he was, crouched to the kids' level, his arms wide open, a grin on his face."How you doing, kiddos?" Liam asked, ruffling Rhett’s hair as they tackled him in a tight hug."We missed you!" Little Ruby said, her small hands gripping onto him like she’d never let go."What took you so long?" Rhett pouted."Sorry, kids. Been so, so busy with work. But I’m here now. How have you both been?" Liam said."We’ve been good!" they chorused."Thanks to Aunt Helen," Little Ruby added, looking up at me with
The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 173. Simple Outing?...
~Helen's POV~I adjusted my grip on the steering wheel as I glanced in the rearview mirror, watching little Ruby and Rhett chatter away in the back seat. The excitement in the car was a pleasant break from the tension that had been weighing on us all lately.I could have left them home with Mom or Marcus, maybe even asked them to make a list of what they wanted, but having them with me felt… safer. They’d be in a public place, surrounded by people. Less chance of anything going wrong."Make sure they don’t leave your sight." Ruby’s words echoed in my head.I swallowed the lump forming in my throat and forced a smile. Everything will be fine.As we drove to the store, the kids fired off random questions, their curiosity relentless as always."Aunt Helen, when is Mom coming back?" Little Ruby asked, her voice soft yet hopeful.For a moment, I hesitated. I hated lying to them. What am I supposed to say? That we have no idea when their mother will be back? That she’s tangled up in things
The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 172. Leaving So Soon?
~Ruby's POV~"You’re leaving already?" I asked, watching Roman as he shifted his weight slightly."Ummm… perhaps soon. But I can stay if you want me to," he said, his gaze meeting mine.I waved a hand dismissively. "Naaaa… it’s alright."Roman studied me for a second. "You sure? Or are you scared Abel’s gonna return?"I exhaled, leaning against the couch. "Not really. Besides, if he was going to harm me, he wouldn’t have wasted time.""So you think he wants something else?" Roman asked, his voice dipping into a more serious tone."Yeah… but let’s wait and see first."Roman gave a slow nod. "Okay, if you say so."That caught me off guard. "You’re just… okay with that?" I asked, slightly surprised."Not entirely," he admitted. "But if your instincts tell you so, I’ll trust it… for now."I studied him for a moment before nodding. "Alright… and about how it ended.""What ended?" Roman asked, a crease forming between his brows."Esperanza. Following her home?" I trailed off, waiting for re
The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 171. Boundaries and Warnings...
Ruby's POV"You WHAT?!"My voice shot up, filled with disbelief as I took a sharp step toward Roman. He raised his hands slightly in surrender. "Relax, Ruby. It’s just outside the house.""For what?" I snapped. "You had no right, Roman!"Roman exhaled through his nose, trying to keep his voice calm. "For your own safety, Ruby. That’s why."I scoffed, crossing my arms tightly over my chest. "Without my consent? That’s called trespassing, Roman."His expression tightened slightly. "I only had them installed outside—""That’s not the point!" I cut in, shaking my head in frustration.There was a thick, tense silence between us.Roman ran a hand down his face, clearly frustrated but still trying to pacify me. "Alright, I’m sorry, okay? I should’ve asked before doing it."I narrowed my eyes at him, unimpressed. "Now you realize that?""I really am sorry, Ruby. But let’s be honest—you wouldn’t have agreed to it if I had asked," he said, tilting his head slightly.I opened my mouth to argue…
The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 170. Blood and Tension...
CHAPTER : Blood and Tension~Ruby's POV~"Right on time, little brother."I felt my breath hitch as my eyes snapped between Roman and Abel.Brothers?Roman stepped forward, his stance shifting—protective, defensive. His body was angled slightly in front of me, blocking Abel’s path."What are you doing here, Abel?" Roman’s voice was low and sounded dangerous.Abel smirked, tilting his head slightly. “Just paying her a visit."I didn’t like the way he said that."A visit? Why?" Roman pressed, his body tense."Nothing much," Abel shrugged. "I just wanted to see her in person.""This is no joke, Abel. Why are you here?"Abel exhaled dramatically, shaking his head as if Roman was exhausting him. "I was about to leave," he said casually. Then his sharp eyes flicked toward me, his smirk widening. "Isn’t that right, Ruby?"I swallowed hard, my gaze darting between them. The way he said my name sent an uneasy chill down my spine. I clenched my fists at my sides, forcing myself to hold his gaz
The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 169. Unwanted Guests...
~Ruby's POV~As I left the house, I couldn't shake the weight of what had just happened. We had taken a huge risk sneaking into Uncle Damien’s office, and the reality of how badly things could have gone was starting to settle in. If we had been caught, I wouldn’t even be on my way home right now—I’d probably still be trying to talk my way out of trouble.But something else tugged at my thoughts, something I hadn’t questioned in the moment.Esperanza.The way she had navigated through Damien’s laptop. Had she done this before?Was she hiding something too?The thought gnawed at me. If she knew more than she was letting on, was she afraid to tell me? Or was she just keeping secrets the way I had been?I sighed, rubbing my temple as the cab rolled down the streets toward my house.Should I ask her? Or should I just keep quiet and observe for now?Guess I'm just overthinking. I concluded.Before I could decide, my phone rang.I looked down at the screen—Unknown Caller.My first instinct
The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 168. Close Call...
~Ruby’s POV~Dane looked at the three of us with a sharp gaze, his arms crossed over his chest. He seemed both confused and suspicious."What are you doing here?" His tone was serious as he demanded an answer.Esperanza, always the quick thinker, spoke first. "Umm… nothing, actually."Keely caught on fast. "Told you Dad wasn’t here, but you insisted," she said, shaking her head as if I had dragged them here.Ruby and Keely exchanged a quick glance, realizing what Esperanza was trying to do."Yeah… thought you’d lie about it again," Keely added, her tone laced with accusation."Just like you did last time," I threw in for good measure.Dane’s brows furrowed as he focused on me, finally recognizing who I was. "Ruby?"I forced a small smile and nodded.Dane shook his head, still trying to piece things together. "I'm sorry—what exactly is going on here?"Esperanza exhaled dramatically. "Oh, Ruby thought I was lying about Dad not being home, so I came to show her myself." She even added a
The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 167. Plan in Motion...
~Ruby's POV~“So, we’re really breaking into Uncle Damien’s office?” Keely whispered, her voice laced with disbelief."Yep... definitely," Esperanza said, way too confident for my liking. "I mean, we’re not breaking in breaking in." She added with a casual wave of her hand."Oh, you mean sneaking in," Keely said, raising a brow."Yes, yes! Exactly." Esperanza snapped her fingers.I folded my arms. "And how exactly do we plan on doing that?"Esperanza shrugged. "We just walk in."I blinked at her. "Walk in? Esperanza, that room is practically a fortress."Keely and Esperanza exchanged confused looks."I mean guards, security measures, the whole you’re-not-welcome-here vibe," I clarified.Esperanza scoffed. "Oh, that? That was in the past. Not anymore.""Seriously? Like, no security at all?" I asked, raising a skeptical brow."Nope. Let’s just say a very strict example was made out of the last person who messed up," Esperanza said.Keely nodded. "And now? No one dares to even think abou
The Alpha's Castaway Mate: Mummy, Is He Our Daddy? 166. Girl's Plan...
~Ruby's POV~"We found out why he’s cutting ties with the other packs. And trust me, Ruby… it’s worse than we thought.”Esperanza moved toward the window, peeking through the curtains. Her fingers twitched as she adjusted them slightly. “Isaac is gone,” she murmured before letting the fabric fall back into place.I barely registered her words. My mind was still struggling to process what Keely had just said."So we found out that some other council members knew about Mom’s death," Keely continued, lowering herself onto the edge of the bed.I blinked, trying to feign surprise, but I couldn’t quite find the words to respond. My mouth opened slightly, but no sound came out.Esperanza nodded knowingly. “Yeah, same reaction I had when I found out.”I swallowed hard. "Do you mean they knew as in, just like we do? Or were they involved?"Keely exhaled. "I won’t say they were directly involved, but they saw it coming. And they didn’t say a word.”Esperanza crossed her arms. “Not even to Dad.”
