~Little Ruby's POV~“But how do we get Mom’s phone?”I tapped my chin, thinking hard. And then, just like that, an idea popped into my head.“Oh, I know exactly how we’re gonna do it.” I grinned mischievously. “Operation Relaxation is a go!” I grinned mischievouslyRhett gave me a questioning look. “Well? What’s the plan?”“That’s very simple.” I grinned. “We just tell her we need to check something out.”Rhett facepalmed. “Little Ruby, that’s why we have our tablets!”“Oh… right.” I scrunched up my nose, realizing my mistake. “Okay, okay, new plan.”Rhett sighed, but his eyes twinkled with amusement. “What if one of us acts like we need help with something?”“Oooh! And while she’s distracted, the other one grabs her phone and quickly send out the text message!” I finished excitedly.“Exactly.” Rhett nodded. “But I have to be the one who needs help.”I tilted my head. “Why does it have to be you?”“Because if you ask for help, she’ll just tell me to check it out.”I gasped. “Oh my go
~Roman's POV~I sat at my desk, my fingers hovering over the keyboard as I watched Kai scroll through the files on his laptop. He had been analysing the documents Ruby had retrieved, occasionally muttering something under his breath.The room was quiet, aside from the soft hum of the air conditioning and the rhythmic tapping of Kai’s fingers against the keys. I was about to return my focus to my own work when my phone beeped.I picked it up, giving the screen a quick glance—Ruby’s name flashed across it.I almost looked away, assuming it was just an update about the kids, but then my eyes caught the message.“Do you mind giving me a massage?”I froze.My brows furrowed as I read it again. Then again.Was she joking?I blinked a few times, making sure I wasn’t seeing things. But no, the words remained the same.My lips curled into an amused smile. So this was happening.But… I paused. What if it was a prank? Then I asked myself, what if it wasn’t?Deciding to play along, I typed back,
Ruby’s POVI settled onto the bed, my body already anticipating the relief of Roman’s hands working out the tension I refused to acknowledge. As I adjusted my towel, I stole a glance at him. He was taking his time, rolling up the sleeves of his shirt, inspecting the bottles of massage oil with an unnecessary amount of focus.“You’re really taking this seriously,” I noted.Roman smirked, glancing at me through thick lashes. “You did ask for a professional, didn’t you?”I rolled my eyes, shifting slightly on the bed. The sheets felt cool against my skin, and a thought struck me. “Wait… this is my bed. What if the oil stains the sheets?”Roman’s lips twitched. “Sheets can be changed, Ruby.”I pursed my lips, considering his words. He wasn’t wrong. But something about the way he said it—low and knowing—made my stomach twist in a way that had nothing to do with anxiety.I sighed. “Fine. Let’s get this over with.”Roman grabbed a bottle from the box and walked over to the bed. “Lie on your
RUBY’S POV"You're not supposed to be doing this," I muttered."Oh?" He quirked an eyebrow. "And who's stopping me?"Nobody.That's who.Because it felt too damn good."If you want me to stop, say the word, Ruby," he said, his hand resting on the swell of my hips.The question hung in the air, a dare.And the thing was, I didn't want him to stop.Not one bit.So, without a word, I reached up and pulled him in for a searing kiss.He kissed me back, his lips hot and demanding, his tongue slipping into my mouth.We devoured each other, our hands roaming and exploring, our bodies pressed flush together."Fuck, you're sexy," he murmured, his lips trailing down my neck.My pulse quickened, and I tugged at his hair, urging him on.His hands slid over my hips, his fingers hooking into the waistband of my panties."These need to come off," he growled."Then take them off," I challenged, lifting my hips.He smirked, and in one swift movement, he tore the flimsy material off.I gasped, arousal p
ROMAN'S POV"Don't tease me, Ruby," I warned, my voice low and husky, the tension coiling tighter with every brush of her fingers."Or what?" she taunted, her hand sliding lower, her touch grazing the hard length of me.A groan rumbled from my chest, hips bucking slightly, my control thinning with every heartbeat. "Or I'll have to punish you," I rasped, my breath hot against the space between us.She grinned, that wicked glint in her eyes sending a thrill straight through me. "Promise?"Her challenge lit a fire in me I couldn’t contain.In the next heartbeat, I was on her, my mouth claiming hers, my hands hungry, roaming the curves I’d imagined touching far too many times. The air around us crackled, thick with anticipation, every second daring us to cross a line we both knew we couldn’t uncross.But none of that mattered.Not right now.All I could think about was the heat of her skin against mine, the way she trembled beneath my touch, the sharp pull of desire that clouded every rat
"Stop teasing.""Or what?"I growled, reaching for her, my fingers gripping her thighs."Do you want me to beg, is that it?" I asked, my voice barely more than a whisper."I want you to surrender," she replied, her grip tightening."Not until you do," I shot back.She quirked an eyebrow, her eyes meeting mine. "Then don't move," she challenged.My lips curled into a smile. "No promises," I rasped as her hand rubbed the tip of my cock."Ohhhh!" I groaned loudly and she used that moment to slip her tongue between my parted lips.I grabbed her hips tightly and her kisses became deeper and harder. Her hips began to move back and forth in a slow motion, rubbing against the length of my shaft."Damn it, Ruby," I grunted, struggling to maintain my composure.She continued her movements, the friction between us building with every passing second.My fingers dug into her hips, urging her on.She quickened her pace, her rhythm steady and unyielding, the tension coiling inside me."Ruby," I moan
RUBY'S POVSlowly, passionately, Roman kissed me as his hand trailed down my body.His fingers traced my breasts, my nipples, making me shiver, before moving lower, across my stomach, to the place where I needed him most.He stroked me, his fingers teasing, tantalizing, sending sparks of pleasure shooting through me.He continued his sweet torment, his mouth claiming mine, swallowing my moans.A shiver ran through my body causing goosebumps across my skin, sending tingles downwards along with wave after wave of pleasure crashing upon my wet shores.The heat rising from deep within my core intensified with each passing minute until finally, I felt an intense burning desire take control of my senses, for
~Ruby's POV~Roman and I woke up early, the warmth of the evening breeze slipping through the curtains. After a quick shower, we dressed and made our way downstairs, the scent of food drifting from the kitchen.As we entered the living room, I immediately spotted Rhett, little Ruby, and Kai sitting on the couch, completely engrossed in the cartoons playing on the TV.I adjusted my shirt, smoothing out the wrinkles, and schooled my face into a neutral expression.Little Ruby was the first to notice us. She turned her head, a sly smile creeping onto her lips. “Oh, they’re finally out.”“Finally,” Rhett added dramatically, stretching his arms. “About time.”Kai smirked but said nothing, his eyes flickering between Roman and me with barely concealed amusement.Little Ruby sat up straighter, her eyes twinkling with mischief. “Sooo… I guess the massage was a success?”I inhaled sharply. These kids.“You two, come here. Now,” I said, crossing my arms, my voice firm.Little Ruby and Rhett imm
~Ruby's POV~"And I am his Luna.”The room erupted. Chairs scraped the floor, and voices overlapped each other."You'll drag us all down with him!""Think of the pack, not your pride!""Abel won't wait forever!"I held my ground. "Roman has always protected this pack. You think Abel will show you mercy if you turn on your own Alpha? You’re fools if you believe that."Dorian slammed his hand on the table. "Your loyalty will cost lives!""My loyalty," I said slowly, each word sharp enough to slice the tension around me, "is the only reason you are still standing here arguing and not running for your lives already."A silence fell, heavy and loaded.I saw the fear etched deep into their faces. It wasn’t me they feared. It wasn’t even Roman.It was Abel.Cowards.I felt it in my blood—the old part of me, the part connected to the bond Roman and I shared, still strong even now."If anyone wants to challenge me for the right to speak for this pack, step forward now."Silence.Not a soul mov
~Ruby’s POV~"No, no, Roman!" I yelled, my voice breaking. "This is a mistake! You have to tell them!""Stay with the kids," he said instead, like he already knew there was no talking his way out of this.The enforcer kept going. "You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law."Roman stayed still as stone."You have the right to an attorney."His hands—those strong hands that had once shielded me, carried me, built a life around me—were now locked behind his back like he was some criminal."If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you."“Someone do something!” I pleaded, spinning toward the council members standing nearby, toward the familiar faces of our pack, hoping—begging—for someone to step in. "This is a misunderstanding!"But they didn’t move. They didn’t even lift their heads.One by one, they dropped their gazes to the ground, shame or fear—or both—etched into their faces. Silent. Powerless. Complici
Ruby’s POV“Who the hell was that?” I whispered, though my voice might as well have cracked the tension wide open.The room fell silent after that question. You could feel the tension in the air. I looked at Roman, and he looked back at me with a tight jaw and darker eyes than usual. I hadn’t even noticed I was clenching my fists. The twins across the room stayed completely still, not reacting at all.Roman stepped forward, his voice dropping low but firm. “Wait… why didn’t you two tell us about this?”Little Ruby raised her chin, defiant but not disrespectful. “You wouldn’t have taken us seriously if we did.”Rhett nodded, crossing his arms. “If we didn’t have proof, you'd have thought we were just being paranoid. You all would’ve.”“No, honey. We would’ve listened,” I tried gently, but the moment the words left my mouth, I knew they rang hollow.Little Ruby gave a tiny scoff. “You definitely wouldn’t, Mom.”My chest tightened.“It all started after Aunt Jean died,” Rhett said, voice
~Kai’s POV~I crossed the living room, heading toward the counter where I had last dropped my tablet. I was still trying to go over the document but right now, I just needed something smaller and lighter.Except when I reached the table, something felt… off.“Good afternoon, Kai,” two familiar voices chirped in unison.I looked up—and there they were. Little Ruby and Rhett, seated like innocent cherubs on the chair, surrounded by toys and wide-eyed expressions that were just a little too wide.“Afternoon to you, too,” I said, trying not to sound suspicious. “What are you two up to?”“Nothing,” Little Ruby said, fiddling with a small plush bunny.“Just playing with our toys,” Rhett added, stacking blocks as if he were being filmed for a commercial.I nodded slowly, eyes drifting to the table.“Where’s my tablet?”Rhett glanced at his sister.“We have no idea,” Little Ruby said quickly, far too quickly.“Really?” I asked, arching a brow. “Because I left it right here. “Are you sure you
~Roman’s POV~I wasn’t even fully out the front door when I caught sight of Kai’s car pulling into the driveway. I stopped, watching as he parked with none of his usual chill. That was my first red flag.Kai wasn’t just my Beta or my best friend or just a tech genius—he was my anchor in chaos, always playful, always steps ahead. But right now? The way he slammed the car door and stalked toward me… something was off.I didn’t even need to ask. “What’s going on, Kai?”He glanced around briefly, eyes sharp, voice low. “We need to talk. Like, right now.”I nodded and gestured toward the house. “Alright. Let’s go inside.”“No. Somewhere private.”That made my stomach twist a little. Kai never needed “private” unless it was something massive—something ugly.As we made it into the house, he scanned the hallway like a detective on edge. “Where’s Ruby?”“Probably upstairs or around. Why?”Kai didn’t stop walking, just muttered, “She should be here too.”I frowned. “You can just tell me. I’ll p
~Roman's POV~I woke up suddenly, heart racing and sweat dripping down my forehead. I was breathing heavily, as if I’d been running in my sleep. Abel's smirk was all I could see behind my closed eyes, clear as day. Even though he was behind bars in my dream, I felt the real sense of being trapped. I could still hear his voice echoing in my mind.“You’re building a kingdom you can’t control, little brother.”I ran a hand down my face, shaking off the memory. Just a dream. Just a dream. I glanced at the digital clock blinking on the nightstand: 9:42 a.m. Damn early for this much mental chaos.Beside me, Ruby stirred softly, her arm slipping over my chest. Her fingers brushed my skin absentmindedly, warm and grounding. I turned to her, letting the sight calm me—dark lashes resting on her cheeks, that faint line between her brows when she dreamed. She looked peaceful, untouched by the nightmare that had clawed through my head. I let out a long breath and tucked a strand of hair behi
~Little Ruby’s POV~It was really, really late when the ceremony ended. My eyes were so sleepy that they kept trying to close on their own. Rhett was walking like a zombie beside me. The grown-ups said goodbyes and thank-yous, but all I wanted was a pillow and a blanket.“Are we not going home?” I asked, rubbing my eyes.Mom looked at Dad—well, and they did that grown-up eye talk thing.“Not at all,” Mom said, fixing my hair gently.“It’s late already. We’ll deal with all that tomorrow. For now, you have to rest,” Dad said, and his voice sounded kind of soft like it did when he used to read us stories.They led us into the guest room together and tucked us in—one by one. Mom kissed my forehead, and Dad did the same.“Alright then, have a good night,” she whispered.“Goodnight, kiddos,” Dad added, and the light clicked off.Now we were alone. And my eyes are wide open. I tried to sleep. I really did. But my brain didn’t wanna listen.Because I saw her.That lady.The one from the party
~Little Ruby’s POV~Few hours ago…“Come on, kids, we're running late!” Aunt Helen's voice echoed from the living room.I pulled my socks on in a rush. “Coming, Aunt Helen!” Rhett shouted before I could say it first.I pouted as I looked in the mirror. “We should’ve just slept over after the wedding,” I said, brushing my hair quickly.Rhett sat on the bed, trying to fix his shoelace. “Oh yeah? And we couldn’t just because you forgot your gown.”I narrowed my eyes. “So you’re trying to put the blame on me?”He shrugged like it was nothing. “Not exactly. But we do know whose fault it was.”Before I could throw my hairbrush at him, the door swung open.“Oh you two,” Aunt Helen said, her hands already on her waist. That meant trouble. “On your feet. Now.”We both jumped up like soldiers. Rhett almost tripped over his own shoe.“Remind me again—why are we going there?” Rhett asked as he walked out behind her.“I thought the wedding was done,” I mumbled, still grumpy.Helen turned to us as
~Ruby’s POV~Sunlight streamed into the room, shining brightly through the light, flowing curtains that danced in the breeze. I blinked slowly and felt the soft silk sheets against my skin, reminding me that I wasn’t in my old home anymore. This place felt new, different, and—most importantly—safer.Being back here in the Silver Frost Pack House brought back memories—memories that I’ve tucked down deep in the abyss of my mind. But none of that mattered as much as the warmth that pulsed quietly through my heart. A warmth I hadn’t felt in years.I sat up, running a hand through my hair, exhaling deeply. The scent of sage, firewood, and freshly baked bread drifted in from somewhere down the corridor. Even with the grandeur surrounding me, it wasn’t the luxury that settled my nerves—it was the laughter I could hear in the distance. The twins. Safe. Happy.And Roman.A soft knock echoed from the door before it cracked open. “You’re awake,” came his voice, deep and calm.He stepped insid