Nova’s POVI'd been distant from Alexandra lately, and I knew he was worried about me. But I couldn't shake off the feeling of unease that had been growing inside me.Searching for Lily has occupied most of my time these days. I’ve been trying to reach out to Damien yet to no avail.He only calls when he has some crap to say and then ends the call.My heart breaks every day knowing I failed as a mother; I failed to protect my child.I would never forgive myself if anything happened to Lily.I walked into my office, trying to clear my head after my meeting. But before I could even sit down, Bryan burst in."Not today, Bryan," I said, trying to dismiss him.But Bryan's expression was grim. "I know about Lily," he said, his voice low and menacing.I felt a surge of anger and fear. "What are you talking about?" I tried to play dumb.But Bryan wasn't having it. "Don't lie to me, Nova," he spat. "I know all about Lily. And I know you've been hiding it from me."I laughed, trying to deflect
Nova’s POVI'd been distant from Alexandra lately, and I knew he was worried about me. But I couldn't shake off the feeling of unease that had been growing inside me.Searching for Lily has occupied most of my time these days. I’ve been trying to reach out to Damien yet to no avail.He only calls when he has some crap to say and then ends the call.My heart breaks every day knowing I failed as a mother; I failed to protect my child.I would never forgive myself if anything happened to Lily.I walked into my office, trying to clear my head after my meeting. But before I could even sit down, Bryan burst in."Not today, Bryan," I said, trying to dismiss him.But Bryan's expression was grim. "I know about Lily," he said, his voice low and menacing.I felt a surge of anger and fear. "What are you talking about?" I tried to play dumb.But Bryan wasn't having it. "Don't lie to me, Nova," he spat. "I know all about Lily. And I know you've been hiding it from me."I laughed, trying to deflect
Nova’s POVI sat on the bed, surrounded by my suitcases and bags. I was packing my things, trying to escape the mess that my life had become.But as I packed, tears streamed down my face. I was crying for Lily, for Alexandra, for myself. I was crying because I felt trapped. After all, I felt like I had no way out.There was nothing I could do about the whole situation, but at the end of the day, there was nothing I could do. I’ve tried every possible way yet to no avail.Damien had been blackmailing me, threatening to kill Lily if I didn't get the property papers from Alexandra. I had been trying to find a way to get the papers without putting anyone in danger, but it seemed like no matter what I did, I was stuck.Alexandra had been trying to reach out to me, but I had been pushing him away. I didn't want him to know what was going on; I didn't want him to get hurt. But it was hard because I missed him so much. I missed his smile, his laugh, his arms around me.And right now I feel if
Nova’s POVI stood at the front of the conference room, facing the board of directors. I was presenting a proposal for a new project, and I was trying so hard not to mess this up.I barely had enough sleep last night, and from all that has happened moving out and having to deal with running through my presentation felt overwhelming.As I began to speak, I could feel Alexandra's eyes on me. I refused to look at him, though. I felt guilty and hurt and sad, and I didn't want to see the concern in his eyes.*Fuck princess,* his husky voice rang in my head, making me pause momentarily before I instantly picked up, proceeding to give a good presentation!I tried to focus on the presentation, trying to keep my emotions in check. But it was hard. I could feel Alexandra's gaze on me, and it made me feel like I was going to break down.*You didn’t have to do this to us, Nova,* his voice yet again came.My lips were already beginning to quiver, fighting the urge to yell at him to get out of my h
Nova’s POV Bryan dragged me with him as I tried to wiggle out of his hold; I felt so bad that Alexandra had to witness the kiss. "Bryan, please," I said, my voice shaking. "Let me go. I need to talk to Alexandra and explain things to him." I pleaded desperately, wanting to clear the air. I’m sure he is going to think that my being distant has to do with Bryan, even though it had to do with him, but not in the way he thinks or he should. There’s absolutely nothing going on between me and Bryan, aside from the blackmailing. Bryan turned to me, his eyes cold and warning. "Explain things to him?" he repeated. "What is there to explain, Nova? You're mine now. You belong to me just like you always have and always will be." I felt a surge of irritation at his words. "No, Bryan," I said, trying so hard not to wipe off the smirk dangling on his lips. "I don't belong to you. I belong to Alexandra; he’s my mate and the only person I’d ever love. And right now, I need to talk to Alexandra a
Nova’s POV I walked into the apartment, my heart heavy with pain and hurt. Bryan was sitting on the couch, looking like someone that has just achieved his goal, which he has. No look of remorse on his face, I’ve never hated someone as much as I do with him now; I felt like grabbing him by the throat and digging my claws into him till he breathes no more. My tear-stained eyes were already beginning to well up. "Nova, I know I hurt you," he said, his voice soft. "I know I rejected you as my mate and broke your heart. But I promise you, I'm going to make things right. I'm going to make sure I mend my mistake. I did a lot of things I wasn’t proud of, but I promise you, Nova, we can always make up for the lost times." I felt a wave of disgust wash over me as I looked at Bryan. How could he think that he could just apologize and everything would be okay? Did he think that I was that easy to forgive? And even if I were to forgive him, we are already done. I am still mated to Alexandr
Nova’s POVI opened my eyes, barely able to take in my surroundings. It looked oddly familiar before it dawned on me, his smell lingering everywhere, making me inhale deeply.Alexandra.As I sat up, I felt a wave of dizziness wash over me. I closed my eyes, taking a deep breath as I tried to calm myself down.When I opened my eyes again, I saw Karen sitting in a chair beside my bed. She rose from the chair she was searing, discarding her phone. "Nova, how are you feeling?" She asked, her voice soft and gentle as she reached out for me.I tried to speak, but my voice was hoarse and barely audible. I cleared my throat, trying again."Lily," I whispered, my heart racing with worry. "Where is she? Is she okay?" I ask my eyes already starting to well up with tears as memories of what had happened came dawning on me like a wave of nostalgia.Karen's expression softened, and she reached out to take my hand. "Lily is fine, Nova," she said. "She's safe and sound. You don't have to worry about
Nova’s POVI released a soft moan as I sank myself onto Alexandra’s lap, Alexandra’s eyes darkening in pleasure as I took in his member.“Fuck Nova! You’d be the end of me,” he growled, clutching my waist hard and firm.“That’s the goal,” I say, snaking her arms around his neck.He chuckled.My pussy ached for a release. I picked up my pace as he helped me reach for an orgasm.These past few months have been hectic; we barely had time for ourselves. Raising Lily, taking care of the pack, and the company we were mostly busy, so we didn’t miss the slightest chance to have a good time."Fuck, I love you so much, baby,” he whispered, his breath hot against my skin as he bit my breast.He got impatient and exchanged positions, slipping out of me as he laid me on the bed, lifting my legs. His hands gripped my waist firmly as he thrust into me with a relentless pace, his hardness driving me wild with ecstasy.The room reverberated with our moans and cries, the sound of our bodies colliding i
Lily’s POVI walk back into the school building, feeling conflicted and turned on at the same time. My heart is hammering in my chest as I think about those heated moments with Noah a while ago.I was still in shock, and I felt stupid at the same time; the way my body reacts to Noah is alarming, and I hated it.I try to shake off the feelings, but I can't. I feel like I'm in a daze, like I'm walking around in a dream.He was using me, and even though I was letting him, it made me feel stupid.He made it clear he doesn’t want me, and just when things are getting cool with Asher, he steps in and acts like he owns me. As I turn a corner, I bump into Asher. He's standing by his locker, with his eyes narrowed at me."Hey!Is everything okay?" he asks, eyeing me carefully.I nod, trying to play it cool as I bite my bottom lip, trying so hard to fight back the tears that threatened to spill. "Yeah, everything's fine."But Asher doesn't look convinced. "You sure? You look a little...off."Of
Lily’s POVI walk back into the school building, feeling conflicted and turned on at the same time. My heart is hammering in my chest as I think about those heated moments with Noah a while ago.I was still in shock, and I felt stupid at the same time; the way my body reacts to Noah is alarming, and I hated it.I try to shake off the feelings, but I can't. I feel like I'm in a daze, like I'm walking around in a dream.He was using me, and even though I was letting him, it made me feel stupid.He made it clear he doesn’t want me, and just when things are getting cool with Asher, he steps in and acts like he owns me. As I turn a corner, I bump into Asher. He's standing by his locker, with his eyes narrowed at me."Hey!Is everything okay?" he asks, eyeing me carefully.I nod, trying to play it cool as I bite my bottom lip, trying so hard to fight back the tears that threatened to spill. "Yeah, everything's fine."But Asher doesn't look convinced. "You sure? You look a little...off."Of
Lily’s POV I walk into the cafeteria with Anna, scanning the room for our usual spot. We're about to sit down when Asher steps up with a smile that never makes my heart skip a beat. "Hey, Lily, you're going to sit with us today," he says, taking the tray of food from me. I raise an eyebrow, taken aback. "Uh, I don't know, Asher. Anna and I were just about to—"He didn’t let me finish, “Sorry Anna, I will be stealing her away for today; I hope you don’t mind,” he asked. I shared a knowing look with Anna hoping she’d say no, but she only wiggled her brows at me with a mischievous smile dancing on her lips. “Of course you can; that won’t be a problem,” she responds. “Asher, but—“He beats me to it: “No buts; your friend already said yes, and if she doesn’t have a problem, you shouldn’t either. Please just come with me.” I try to protest, but Asher takes my arm and guides me toward the table where the rest of the guys are sitting. Noah, Liam, and Damien are all present.
Lily’s POV I was in my room alone a while ago when Maya stepped in and asked me to help her with her homework. We're working on a math problem, and Maya is struggling to understand it. I'm trying to explain it to her in a way that makes sense. I can see that hating math runs in the family blood because it is the same subject Noah has a problem with, but he is getting the hang of it now. I guess. Just as Maya is starting to get it, Noah walks into the room. "Hey, Maya, can I talk to Lily for a minute?" he asks. Maya looks up at me. Her brows furrowed in confusion because she was aware that Noah and I don’t get along so well; she looked a bit confused. But I nod. "It's okay, Maya. I'll be right back." But before Maya can get up, Noah says, "No, Maya, I mean you should excuse us and go to your room, he asks impatiently.Whatever it was he wanted to discuss could wait; right now I was helping Maya, and I didn’t want to be interrupted, or should I say, I wanted to use her as
Lily’s POVIt's been a week since that heated session with Noah. I still get tingling at the thought of it; I didn’t miss any chance I got to avoid Noah.And I could say I was doing a very good job. On the other hand, Asher and I were building a mutual understanding kind of relationship even though I asked him to take things slow, but so far I like him.I won’t say love, but like rather, he was better than Noah.Nicer, you mean... my instinct protests.Yeah! Whatever.I'm in the kitchen with Aunt Jess, making breakfast. She's scrambling eggs while I'm toasting bread.Aunt Jess turns to me and asks, "So Lily, how's school going? How has Seattle been treating you?" "It's going okay, Aunt Jess," I reply, trying to sound casual as though I wasn’t reminiscing about my heated moment with her son.Gosh! Aunt Jess smiles and says, "That's great, sweetie. I'm glad to hear that. Just then, Noah walks into the kitchen, shirtless and wearing only sweatpants. I feel my face heat up as I try
Lily’s POVI stood in front of the mirror, adjusting my outfit for what felt like the hundredth time. I was wearing a pair of dark-wash jeans, a white shirt, and a black jacket.I didn’t want to overdress; I just wanted to wear something casual and comfortable, and this was what I could find. This is a friendly date, nothing more. looked good, I checked my phone for what felt like the hundredth time, waiting for Asher's call. The only reason I agreed to this date is because I wanted to provoke Noah. I wanted him to know that he didn’t have a say in my life. My thoughts come short when the door bursts open, revealing a tempered scowl on his face. "What is it, Noah?" I asked, trying to sound casual. "You're not going anywhere," Noah said, his voice firm.I raised an eyebrow, feeling a surge of annoyance. "What are you talking about?" I asked. "You're not going on a date with Asher," Noah said, his eyes flashing with anger. I laughed at his audacity. "You have no ri
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Lily’s POV I walked into school, still feeling the lingering effects of my heated argument with Noah last night. I hiss at the thought. He had no right to do what he did or say that. I was still fuming about it. I didn't understand why Noah couldn't just leave me alone. He doesn’t want me. He made that clear, so what the hell does he want with me? As I walked down the hallway, I bumped into Tiffany. Oh no! Not today. I wasn’t in the mood for her nonsense, but Tiffany never got the message. She was standing with her squad, looking like she owned the place. "Well, well, well, look what we have here," Tiffany said, raising an eyebrow at me. "If it isn't little Lily, the housemaid." I felt a surge of annoyance at her tone, but I tried to ignore her. ", Tiffany, please, not today. I am not in the mood for this. I tried to walk past her, but she restricted my movement. I groaned. Tiffany wasn't having it. "Listen, Lily, I need to warn you," she said, her voice d
Lily’s POV I walked to the section of the house where Noah lived, feeling uneasy. I had agreed to tutor him, but I wasn't sure if I was ready for this. If I had a choice, I’d be in my room cuddled up and reading one of Catherina Maura’s books, daydreaming about my prince charming. Yet here I was, trapped with a godforsaken arsehole that didn’t deserve my time. As I approached the door, I expected to hear a few noises, yet the place sounded like a cemetery, almost like there was no living creature, but I could pick up Noah’s scent. I took a deep breath and knocked on the door. The door opened shortly, and I was graced with the sight of Noah standing before me, shirtless and wearing only a pair of sweatpants. I felt my eyes widen as I took in the sight of his chiseled chest and abs. I couldn't help but stare. Noah raised an eyebrow, a smirk spreading across his face. "You like what you see?" he asked, his voice low and husky. I felt my face heat up with embarrassment, and I q