KINGSLEY'S POV I was eating when the call came in. Most of the members of the six were in the room with me, apart from Collins.I had tried to call him, but he wasn't picking his calls. We had decided to have the meeting without him regardless. That was when Christian Tucker deemed it okay to call."You're giving me your card and ordering me to call you. That's a new move, Kingsley. I almost sent him out of my house. You nearly made the poor man lose his job as well. But I know that's how you are. How you managed to persuade him, I don't know."I stopped chewing, then laughed."You can't fire him, Christian. He works for the government, not you..."The reply was swift and decisive, as if he had been waiting to say it all along. "He is in my house most of the time, Kingsley. And I have the right to do whatever I want to do. You are joking if you think a puppet controlled by you and the Confederates party can stop a man who has been chosen by the people."I laughed again, then stood u
LOGAN'S POV There was another standing ovation. I didn't know how to react because I hadn't expected it at all. Yes, I knew that there were going to be a few faces looking at me like a hero, but I hadn't expected a standing ovation. It made me feel warm inside. "Logan, say something. The people need to hear your voice."I cleared my throat before speaking, running a hand through my hair shyly. I hailed them, and the chorus reply made me wonder how many people were in the suite. Were my fathers enemies increasing on a daily basis?"To start with, I want to say I wasn't expecting such an appearance and a huge standing ovation. I want to thank you all for dedicating your time and making sure we achieve what we come here to achieve. The Anti Alphonso Bohen Movement will continue to be alive, thank you all."There was another applause, and then the proceedings of the meeting went on. Before I knew it, two hours had gone by. And the meeting came to an end. As usual, only the executiv
KINGSLEY'S POV "I want to see the head of the media house. I have news that he might deem important."The slender woman in a black skirt and white shirt looked at me. She raised an eyebrow, then shook her head firmly. "You can guess how many times I've heard that line, Mr Kingsley. You should try something else. Without an appointment, you can't get in, I hope you know that? I can tell you that a lot of people have tried to talk to the head of the media house by telling me that they have important news. I can't let you in, Mr Kingsley, I'm sorry."I looked at her, the anger in me rising to a crescendo. Alphonso who was beside me saw this, and touched my arm, basically telling me to calm down and play it cool. "What do you mean? I am the benefactor of the Confederates party candidate for the upcoming governorship elections. I believe I've gained the right to go into this media house."The woman meant her words earlier. She didn't reply, instead looking away. "I'm sorry sir, that's
KINGSLEY'S POV I continued speaking, smiling at Hassan. "Thank you, Hassan. I've heard about you as well,you don't need to stress on that. And let's say I offer Cleveland healthy competition, and I also brought that here with Alphonso. That is why I am his benefactor."Hassan grinned. I could literally smell his happiness and excitement. He was in the presence of two men he deemed as his idols. I had to admit that even if I was in his shoes, I would've been extremely excited as well..We stopped at a door that said head of media house, and he slipped in a key, opening the door. "I was on my way home. To see my family, you know. It's our annual family dinner, we keep traditions close, I have to admit. But seeing you both changed that for me. I can skip that dinner as long as I get to have both your autographs on any of my books."Hassan Darrick's office reflected the kind of man he was. A beautiful, well arranged office which smelt like cider and also lavender. It was very clean as
KINGSLEY'S POV "This is family and personal, and a woman and a child are involved. Those are the things that can mess up your life even without you planning for it to do so."I grinned at him before replying. "And do you know the worst part of everything? I literally told this man that I had something like this against him, although not directly. And what did I receive? Nothing but insults. So tell me, why wouldn't I take this step?"Hassan Darrick held his hand up to his head.The shock was quite visible on his face. He couldn't get enough of it. I didn't blame him. Noone would. No one would believe that the household name and a man that was potentially the father, husband and was soon to be the governor of the state was going to be sent downhill because of how irresponsibly he had treated a woman. "Are you sure I should air this, Kingsley the great? Alphonso Bohen? This is huge. Both for our news channel and you. I hope this is the truth? Because trust me, you cannot handle all
Rex's POV "Do what outside, Elena? Are you listening to yourself? This man took our kids from school and you're defending. He isn't related to our children. What if he abducted them? What if he laid his filthy hands on them?"Elena's face was hot red with anger. "I have just one question, Rex. When have you ever attempted to pick your kids up from school? Another man does your job and your insecurity shows up once again. He was right. You're insecure that someone else is doing your job for you..."I shook my head in disappointment and disbelief. I couldn't believe that the same woman who I had loved years ago was now comfortably taking another man's side before mine. How crazy could it get?"Siding with him isn't my problem, Elena. But even because of our own kids? You know as well that I've stayed out of Kanu and Kiana's lives in order to avoid complications. You know that. And now, you're using it against me. And in front of you the filth of a man!"Collins Morgan moved first, hi
LOGAN'S POV None!"Good morning Donovan. How are you?""I'm good, sir. Your car is outside, and the driver is warming it up for you. However, your mother requests that you join them in the dining room for breakfast."I nodded, then slipped my hands into my pocket. I didn't want to have breakfast at home. Sometimes, I felt as if I was being trapped. Being with my own family was no longer as enjoyable as it used to be in times past. Trying to take my mind off it, I decided to go for breakfast after all. Breakfast was coffee, scrambled eggs and toast bread. There was an abundance of bacon, and mashed potatoes. Vegetables were also in sight. I nodded, it was the kitchen staff at work. My mother would have never had enough time to cook a lot of food. At that moment, my father and mother entered the room. Whoever was their stylist was doing well. They dressed in matching suits, and they really looked good. Italian suits and leather boots that spoke of luxury and a lot of expenses.
LOGAN'S POV "This is just the beginning for Christian Tucker. He stepped on the wrong toes. By the time I'll be finished with him, he'll be scrambling back to Tennessee and back to the mother of his child with his tail in between his legs."I looked at him in disdain and disgust. Had he just admitted to being the credible source that had given the news to the New Kingston Central news? I wasn't supposed to be shocked, but I was shocked. My father was a man that made sure his threats were carried out. He had played his role quite well. Not only was the news in the general public, it was about to be carried by the entire state as well. News and people could talk a lot about it in any way and form they could, even switching it up anytime they wanted. "Are you saying you did this to him, father?""Politics is a dirty game, son. The sooner you know that, the better.""A game?"I asked, wondering how heartless he could be. "You tampered with his personal life. Is that a thing? Is that p
Elena's POV The early morning light filtered through the pack house windows and casted a golden glow over the kitchen, while I busied myself with preparing breakfast. It was a calm morning, but I could feel tension in the air. While the battle went on yesterday, Alphonso got captured and what was going to be done with him hadn't been decided yet, but whatever decision was going to be taken will define the pack's future.I stood by the counter, stirring a pot of oatmeal while Kanu and Kiana bickered playfully over the cereal I had given them earlier. Something about their laughter and noise felt comforting and reminded me of the simple life that we almost lost. It was hard to imagine that we managed to pull through, but as I glanced at the family photo, the realisation that we had survived set in.Then, Rex walked in, looking as if he had just woken up, his dark hair a bit ruffled. "It sure smells good in here," he said groggily.I smiled at him. "I'm preparing breakfast obviously, bu
Elena's POV The energy was electric in the pack house. Wolves in human and shifted forms moved around the courtyard with their voices conveying relief and celebration. Despite the tension everyone felt from the battle we endured, everyone felt hopeful and personally, I can't remember the last time I felt that way.Standing near the edge of the crowd while watching as pack members approached Rex to congratulate him, I noticed that he moved slowly as a result of his injuries but his presence was still as commanding as ever. He cemented his role as a leader with each nod of his head and each word he exchanged with them. "Are you okay?" A voice said from my side, breaking me out of my thoughts. Turning sideways, I see that it's Logan."I think so," I replied, my gaze shifting back to Rex."You give off this feeling of someone that's getting ready to run." Logan said with a mischievous smile, though his tone was gentle.That caused a short laugh to escape my lips, "it's just a lot. All o
Elena's POVI woke up to the morning light filtering through the blinds of the hospital room with its soft rays washing over Rex's face. He was still asleep with his chest rising and falling in a steady rhythm. Despite how pale he looked with the bandages wrapped around his chest, he looked like a warrior at rest after fighting a long battle.Leaning back against the chair by his bed with my body still aching from dozing off in an uncomfortable position with my hands still resting on his, unwilling to let go I closed my eyes slightly but the image of Logan walking towards me with some of Rex's blood on his body replayed in my head. The door opened behind me and I turned to see Logan walk in with clean clothes and a smile on his face while carrying two cups of coffee. He smiled at me softly as he approached before placing one of the cups on the small table beside me. "I thought you would need this," he said as he sat down on the other side of Rex's bed."Thanks," I replied gratefully
Elena's POV I was in a room, praying that the battle goes in like favour when a wolf rushed in agitation."What's going on in the battlefield?" I asked hurriedly."We were able to defeat Kingsley but..". "But what?!" I asked impatiently."The Alpha was wounded in battle and is being rushed to the hospital right now." As I heard that, I felt dread overcome me and without a second thought, I grabbed my keys."Marie!" I called out, my voice shaking. "Watch the kids for me. I have to go."Maria frowned in concern, "Elena, hold on!"But I was already out the door, my heart pounding as I drove towards the hospital.The drive to the hospital was a blur with my mind focused on getting to the hospital as fast as I could. The sounds of the radio faded into the background as my thoughts consumed me with the words of the wolf being played over and over again in my mind."What if he doesn't make it?"The very thought of that happening struck me hard at my chest like a punch. I had spent so much
Elena's pov"What if you don't have to?" Alicia asked, "you don't really have to go back to how things were between you two and honestly, I don't think it's a good idea since things were pretty toxic between you two.""That is true." I said with a gentle nod of my head. "So I suggest that you both build something new." She replied.Hearing that, it was as if a door opened up in my mind as I began to seriously consider her opinion.The following morning, the Pack gathered at an open field which was the site of the meeting with every wolf on high alert.Standing before us was Rex with his commanding presence as he addressed the crowd. "Today we are here to fight for the future of our packs. Kingsley and Alphonso have both been controlling us for so long using just fear and manipulation and it's time to put an end to it."In response, everyone cheered in approval with some of them howling. I stood at the edge of the gathering with the women and children while looking for signs of troubl
Elena's POV I, my twins, Marie and Alicia had moved to Rex's pack away from New Kingston. He had figured out that if we remained in New Kingston we'd be easily attacked by Kingsley and his cohorts.His mother was so filled with joy to see us finally return to the pack.Standing at the edge of Rex's pack grounds, I felt the cool air against my skin. All around me were werewolves shifting into their forms and patrolling the perimeter with their scouts running back and forth with one update after the other. Turning sideways, my eyes rested on Rex who was barking orders with authority which was expected since he was an Alpha and knew the weight of his responsibilities.Anyone else standing on the spot I stood would have felt nervous or utterly terrified but I felt oddly calm. I knew what was happening right now wasn't just about survival anymore but about standing for something and protecting the people that matter the most.As I busied myself with my thoughts, a voice broke me out of it
Logan's POVThe air in the safe house was heavy with tension with Zachary pacing the small room with his footsteps creaking rhythmically on the wooden floor. On a table situated by the side, I sat with a map spread out before me as I observed the marked locations which represented Kingsley's growing influence across the packs.Suddenly, the footsteps stopped in front of me which prompted me to raise my head only to see Zachary staring at me. "We don't have much time." He said silently. "Kingsley's plan is already in motion and Alphonso's political might will protect him if we don't act now."Do you think I do not know that?" I asked with a quirked eyebrow. "Of course I do but if we move too soon, we risk exposing our hands too early. We need to hit them where it'll hurt the most-where they least expect us to hit."Zachary folded his arms in response, he didn't look too convinced by my reasoning. "And how do you think we should do that? Kingsley has access to Alphonso's resources, the
Elena's POV Sitting down by the kitchen table, my hands trembled slightly as I stirred my cup of tea with the clanking generated from my spoon hitting the sides of the cup grounding me. It was late in the afternoon and the sun had cast long shadows with golden patterns around the kitchen. As I did that, my mind went to the words Collins uttered the previous night with each word echoing in my head. "Rex won't see it coming. Once he's out of the way, we'll have complete control. Are you worried about Elena? You shouldn't be, She's loyal for now."I couldn't believe what I had just heard. The man I had trusted my life and the life of my kids with, the same man I let into my life had been scheming all along? I could not believe it but the weight of his betrayal pressed heavily against my chest. How could I be so blind"? Gripping the edge of my table to steady myself, I took in deep breaths and I didn't notice one of my kids come close to me. "Mom!"Kanu called, startling me, which ca
Elena's POV.Hearing the faint hum of the coffee machine in the background alongside the sound of the TV and the sound of laughter from Kiana and Kanu should have brought me a sense of peace and comfort but in the particular situation I'm in, it only brought me unease with my hand tightening around my cellphone while I stared at it.I had sent Collins a text a while ago which he had left unanswered and that made me extremely anxious. "Mom!" Kiana shouted, his voice interrupting my thoughts. "Kanu is cheating again and I do not like it!"With a sigh of exhaustion, I dropped the phone into my pocket before turning around and walking into the living room and there stood Kanu on the sofa, triumphantly holding the game controller in his hand and high over his head with Kiana by the side glaring at him with her little hands balled into fists."I am not cheating!" Kanu yelled back, while jumping away as Kiana tried to snatch the controller from him."Okay, that's enough." I said, stepping b