MARCUS P.O.V'He knows, Eddie knows,' I thought to myself, a little troubled while watching his car leave. His last statement left me puzzled.It seemed like he was going to say something to the cops about me but I doubted it. Even though he won't stay quiet because of me, at least he will keep the information a secret for his daughter's sake.Some minutes after he left I saw another car drive in."Alicia," I said in a whisper when I saw her come out of the cab. I hastened to meet her and when we caught up I looked at her arms to ensure she wasn't hurt. "Are you alright?" I asked impatiently."I'm fine Marcus, you should be more worried about yourself," she said. I could see clusters of tears in her eyes when she saw the bruises and patches on my body."Don't worry about me, I'm fine," I replied. "What about our child, how is Maxwell and why isn't he with you?" Tears rolled down her eyes as soon as I asked for our son."What is wrong?" I asked."I'll tell you later on, all you have
MARCUS P.O.VI walked up to my laptop on my bedroom table. I unlocked the computer then opened the minimized windows. “I’ve been doing some research about him for months now and these are the reports I got,” I said.I saw the spread of shock over Alicia’s face while scrolling down the pages. There was undeniable proof that he was dangerous.“Before working as a detective he had been through several other firms, including, heist, secret agencies and many more. Also, he has no record of ever having any parents. The only information I was able to get from his childhood life was that he grew up in an orphanage…” I was still explaining when Alicia stopped me.“Let’s agree that you are right and this man is not who we think he is but I don’t think going through his biography is the right thing to do,” she said.I heaved a sigh. “I understand your point but the reason I am doing this is because sooner or later Atluri is going to find out about us and I have to be prepared when he does,” I no
MARCUS P.O.VI moved away from the doorpost when I saw Atluri making his way out. I ensured that he didn’t see me. I waited until he was gone and afterwards I walked into the room.I saw the feeling of frustration over Eddie's face as he moved over to the bed. He sat down then covered his face with his palms. He was so grieved that he didn’t realize my presence.I observed him for a short while. “Eddie,” I broke the silence and he looked up to me. I expected him to channel those hatred and anger he was feeling to me but the look on his face showed otherwise.“Marcus, how long have you been here?” he asked.“I’ve been here for a while,” I replied.He hissed gently. “How much did you hear?”“A few,” I answered. “You have nothing to worry about because I didn’t let him see me.”“How did he find out?” Eddie asked.“Alicia said he stopped by yesterday. I knew that Atluri wouldn't come for nothing so I searched the house only to find out that someone entered my room and tampered with my stu
MARCUS P.O.V "I don't care, Marcus. I have heard enough, all I want right now is to see my grandchild and ensure that he is safe," Eddie said. "Just take me to my Alicia." "Okay," I replied. I started the vehicle and in a short time we were on our way to my house.While driving I explained a few things to Eddie. He was more concerned with knowing about the pack that attacked us last night since they were the ones most likely to have my child.Letting him know that Wade was my uncle brought out even deeper questions about my background so I told him everything including who my true parents were."Unbelievable, I can't believe that I have been left in the dark all these while. I noticed there was no resemblance between you and Morgan’s family yet I chose to be deceived." "I'm sorry for not letting you know sooner, this was all my fault, your daughter is innocent," I replied."You don't have to defend her like that. I know my daughter and she will do all it takes to protect someone sh
ALICIA P.O.VEleven years have passed since the birth of Maxwell and those eleven years were never pleasant. There have been constant attacks from diverse areas and despite the odds, Marcus and I have always found a way to survive.Maxwell still had a long way to go; he still needed protection from us and with the help of a few persons including Stiles and Eddie, there was a notable progress.Ever since Flynn and Rina left, we have not heard from them but at least the pack which they now rule were no longer a threat to us.Even after eleven years I still feel for Eddie who had to resign from being a cop. I see that the poor man still loved the job but for my sake gave it all up. Now he works as a farmer and his produce is fetching him income.Today was another great day which was one of Maxwell's favourite. It was a Saturday and we usually visited Eddie at the farm. Maxwell developed so much joy there because he loved the animals pretty much.“Alicia,” Marcus called to have my attenti
ALICIA'S P.O.V I watched Stiles linger. His eyes were on his meal but he didn't take a spoon of it but kept shoving his fork into it."It's okay if you don't want to talk about it. We should just eat," Marcus said."No," Stiles interrupted. "There is no need to ignore it now since I've already lost my appetite." He pressed his lips together then sighed heavily. He left his fork in his meal as he glanced up to Eddie."Before now, my father, my mother and I were happy. Everything was perfect until my mother suddenly developed feelings for someone else, she began cheating with someone else," He explained.The silence persisted for a while."I understand your pain and we are sorry for what happened, but without offense I must say that your mom cheating on your dad was not enough reason for him to frame her as a dead person," Eddie said and Stile looked up to him."It's not just any person, she was having a secret affair with my father's younger brother," Stiles said with a frown on his
MARCUS P.O.VMy mind is made up. I can’t forgive myself for what I did to Harold nor can I forgive him for sending me away from the pack. The longer it takes for him to contact me the more upset I get when I hear anything about him.I can’t forgive him because I loved him, I loved my father and my pack so much but they betrayed me. The only person I couldn’t get off my mind was my mother, but I am still mad at her because ever since I was banished I have never heard from her. This was clear proof that she never loved me in the first place, none of them did.“Marcus, I think the lions are gone,” Alicia called me out of my thought.I peeped and found it just like she had said. “Okay, come on,” I said. I snuck out from behind the hill and she followed me.We made it past the open space to the other side of the forest and at every step we took we were drifting further away from home.“Maxwell,” Alicia called aloud. Her face showed that she was stressed out as she kept looking around.“Max
ALICIA’S P.O.V“Maxwell is awake and he wants to see you,” Stiles said.I felt heat on my palm as soon as I heard the report. I was nervous because I wasn’t sure how to face him seeing that he had just begun his first phase of transformation.I followed Marcus as we approached Stiles who was standing by the doorpost. “How is he?” I asked when Stiles was about to go inside.“He is freaking out and he won’t say anything to us,” Stiles answered.“Alicia you don’t have to be nervous, he is still our son and we know our son,” Marcus said. I nodded slightly. “He is kind,” I said.“Come, I think he will be happy to see the two of you,” Stiles said and we went inside with him.I walked inside the room with Marcus and Stiles. Maxwell was seated on the bed while Eddie was on his knees before him.I watched Eddie try to make him speak but all his attempts failed. Maxwell won’t utter a word.“Max, your parents are here,” Stiles said but still he didn’t quiver. Marcus moved away from my side as h