Pacing around wasn't my calling, but now, I think I've got no option."Alpha, you don't seem fine," Hans' voice boomed from behind as he walked to where I stood, facing the window.He halted an inch away from me. "Is everything alright? Do you need me to do anything?"I sighed, pinching the bridge of my nose. Can Violet be Aria? The mark says it all, but then any random person can have such a mark, right? Then how about the owl pendant? How on earth did she recall that?My head was a total mess right now; never have I been this disorganized."Alpha?" I jerked away from my thoughts, realizing Hans had been asking questions.Raking my hands through my hair, I flipped it backward. "I think Violet is Aria."He blinked, his face staring at me in disbelief. I knew, right? Aria hadn't been someone I had mentioned in years, so I knew he was going to be flabbergasted when I mentioned her name."How did you find out?" Hans' surprised gaze was fixed on me.I pointed at the owl pendant that was l
RHODAI knew something was off the moment Nicole insisted on meeting me at the garden, where of course no on rarely goes .It was night, at around nine pm, and if course it was risky for us out there."Hurry up with what you have to say," peering around to see if someone was coming I ordered her.Nicole looked around as well, and then cleared her throat.“Well, I did a little digging on Violet and found some things that just don’t add up,” she said, her eyes fixed on me. “A young girl lived with Charlotte, registered under the name of Aria, but now she’s using Violet.” Nicole paused, her lips drawn in a tight line.“This could be either Charlotte hiding her, or she’s a spy sent to our pack.”A chill ran down my spine, and the blood drained from my face.Tense silence that even a pin drop could be heard.Nicole was right, if a young girl had lived with Charlotte before, then who was Violet. I had suspected as much, but hearing it aloud made it real."Did you do find out anything about
The drive to my parents' house was a short one. I placed a soft knock on the door. I just needed to solve this problem, and that was it.Mom opened the door. Her gaze fell on seeing me. I knew I had wronged them, hurt them, and taken away their favorite daughter-in-law. Perhaps my reminder brought pain. But what I needed right there was important; it was for the pack."You didn't tell us you were coming," she stated, her voice breaking. It was obvious that she was still mourning Violet."I needed something important," I pointed out to her, but she still stood at the door, her feminine Luna body covering the door, blocking me from entering inside.She sighed. "I don't think your father would be comfortable seeing you here," she leaned in to whisper without budging away from the door. She stood tall and confident."What's he doing here?" my father growled. Mom flinched at the sound of his voice. The apple didn't fall far from the tree after all. I guess I got my cold demeanor from him.
VIOLETI couldn't be less excited. I was resuming work this morning at Mason's company. Of course, it was my first day, and I was as nervous as the word itself.A nervous flutter filled my stomach as I surveyed my limited wardrobe options. No matter how hard I tried to find an outfit that screamed professional, I came up short. With only a few pieces from my former pack, I couldn't help but feel anxious about my first day at Mason's company.A shopping spree was certainly on the agenda, but I couldn't afford it just yet. My plan to leave the pack was top secret, and I didn't want to draw any attention to myself by splurging on a new wardrobe.Resigned, I grabbed the clothes that seemed the most business-like, even if they weren't perfect. I hoped my enthusiasm and hard work would make up for my less-than-stellar outfit.Present at Mason's company, I kinda found my way out with the description I was provided, and here I was standing just a few meters away from him. "You arrive quite e
"This is for you, Violet," I looked up from the folder and files I’d been sorting almost all day. Maya had been acting like a bitch all day, compiling and stressing me out with meaningless tasks. But then, I refused to make a bad impression on my first day. I'd rather bear her nonchalant attitude than make everyone think I was the complaining-whining type. Thankfully, I've got Xavier who has been more than helpful. He was sent by the moon goddess, if you ask me.Hans stood in front of me with a shopping bag. He placed it on my table."What? I didn't order anything," I said, confused. There was no way those bags could be mine. Maybe it was a wrong delivery.Hans chuckled. This was the first time he was being nice to me, and smiling? "That's a gift from the Alpha," he leaned close, whispering in my ear."What? Mas—" he shushed me before I could finish."You can thank him later," he whispered again, then straightened his suit as he walked to the door and winked at me.I frowned. "Now, t
I was worried about Rhoda's threat, but that didn't stop me from going to work. I needed the money; my future depended on it—not just mine alone. My baby's too."It's morning, and you seem to be dozing off," Xavier's voice caught me off guard. I flinched and then looked up at him."I wasn't dozing off," I protested, blinking my eyes rapidly. "I was just trying to sort out this file."Xavier sighed. "She did it again?" He was referring to Maya.I nodded reluctantly."Just send some over. I'll help you with them. I don't know why she's so bent on making life hell for you," he offered, his voice laced with concern."She just hates me," I retorted, shaking my head in frustration."Hey, Violet!" that familiar, annoying voice snarled. Rhoda. What does she want from me now? She closed the door behind her as she walked to the table where I sat."I need to talk to you!" Her eyes narrowed, and her lips curled into a smirk.Conversations with Rhoda were always about Mason, and right now, I didn'
Cold blue eyes peered into mine. I could feel the anger emanating from him as he stared at me. Every fiber of his being radiated betrayal. Handcuffed, bound, I was forced to stand tall as the icy anger from his gaze pierced through my chest."I can explain, Mason," I stuttered. Maybe that was a stupid thing to say at that moment, or maybe not. But I knew I owed him an explanation."I trusted you. I took you in and made you a Pack member, gave you a job, and all I get in return is being spied on, Luna?" His voice was breaking as he spoke. I couldn't tell why, but I knew there was more to it than just betrayal."I swear, I'm not a spy. I'm... just—""Take her back," he commanded, his voice quivering with rage. His hands were fisted. Disappointment was etched in his face as he spoke.I knew he hated me now, but I had zero intentions of spying. Those were just allegations Rhoda had come up with.Hans looked at me with hatred in his eyes, then led me back to that cold, empty room.Ironical
FIVE YEARS LATER VIOLET I stepped out of my car, my black boot clicking on the ground. The dark shades I wore shielded my eyes from the morning sun's glare. The guards in front of me bowed respectfully, knowing fully well who I was. Sophia Crane! A name that rings bells in everyone's ears, a name I've built for five years. A name that depicts success. "Good morning, Ms. Crane," Claire, my secretary, said as she collected my bag from me, giving a light bow. A satisfied smirk formed on my lips as I heard the whispers of those who had spotted me. Just my name put things in order. "What's my schedule for today, Claire?" The weekend had been a busy one, and Monday should be no exception. “We have a busy day ahead. Your 10 a.m. meeting with Mr. Lance has been pushed back to 11, but the 2 p.m. meeting with the board remains as scheduled.” “Excellent,” I replied, slipping off my sunglasses. “Let’s make sure we’re ready for both. What about the investors?” “They’ll be here at 4,” Clai