I believed that nothing could sabotage my happiness. I was going to be Alpha Caiden's future Luna, and he would be pleased to hear the news I have been keeping for a while.I went to meet Caiden after getting ready. I inhaled deeply, then gave him the sweetest smile. I was terrified of the odd way Caiden was staring at me. My wolf began to stir inside me, growling."Caiden," I exclaimed with excitement before giving him a cozy hug.However, he didn't react or give me a hug in return as he used to. I gradually withdrew, hoping to make sense of what was going on.I said, "I have something to tell you," but Caiden's face remained expressionless. "Plus, it's our anniversary—three years ago on this day, we were mated and it's my birthday.""I am aware of all that, Kamara. Let's hold off on the good news until later." I knew there was a problem because of the arid and detached tone in which he spoke. "Today you seem different from your usual self. Is there anything I should be aware of?" I
We had our mating ceremony there at my aunt's house and I went home with him.We got to the mansion and I marveled at the grandeur and luxury.The opulent mansion commanded attention. A sweeping driveway, lined with towering palms, leading to a magnificent entrance adorned with intricately carved doors. Marble pillars support the facade, hinting at the lavishness within.We went inside and my eyes widened at the vast foyer that boast a sparkling chandelier hanging from a domed ceiling, casting a warm glow over polished marble floors.The expansive living spaces were adorned with fine art and plush furnishings, while floor-to-ceiling windows offer panoramic views of sprawling gardens and shimmering pools.He tugged at my arm with a smile. I smiled back at him, knowing what was next. Mating."I wanna show you the bedroom." he said."I wanna see the bedroom." I replied.Caiden led me into his bedroom. I had my bath and changed into a form-fitting white dress that accentuated my curves. I
PRESENTLYI thought he loved me, but I was wrong. Mates were known to love each other and are unable to live without each other. Why was my case different? With a broken heart and a child growing inside of me, I ran hopelessly. I was sprinting down the path that would take me directly into the human realm.I vowed to myself that I would take care of myself and be a good mother, all the while keeping Caiden in the dark about the existence of our child.I was at a loss over what to do the next day. How do I get help, and who should I ask? The pain in my chest made me feel miserable and I was hungry.Everything in the human realm appeared to be different. I felt chilly and powerless as the light rain soaked my clothes. I sought cover under an old building structure, but she was unable to fall asleep. My inner wolf, awake and restless. I believed that humans were more cunning and dangerous than werewolves.Few days later, I was sharing space with gigantic rats. I was looking for food in
Catherine became afraid. She tried to scream, but nothing came out of her mouth. Just as she was about to run away, she felt a hand grab her by the hair and cover her nose and mouth."Where are the quads?" Catherine shook at the man's deep and rough voice.It felt like a bad dream. Though she was aware of what was going on, Catherine's emotions were out of control. How could the men have known that the house contained quadruplets? Also, why were they after the kids?"Search the entire house."Catherine's body trembled in fear of those men hurting the quads and that she would run out of breath. A tear trickled down her cheek. She could almost feel her teeth cracking from the force of his hard facial squeeze.More tears trickled down her cheek as she eventually heard the cry of the quads.Catherine began to sob more loudly. The four boys were taken out of the house, their cries muffled like those of animals. She wanted to cry out, beg them not to take the children, but all she could man
A growl rumbled in Caiden's chest, and I felt my heart beat increase as I walked towards him. Every muscle in my body tensing with every step. The Alpha got to his feet. Compared to seven years ago, Caiden had grown stronger and more attractive. He seemed more aggressive and brutal, though.I eventually overcame my fear and tried to cover up the old wounds that were still bleeding in my chest. "We need to talk, Caiden," I said.Caiden took a step forward, surprise evident on his face.“Hello, Kamara. Didn't occur to me that you're in fact still alive.” hearing his voice after so long, pronouncing my name, made me feel like I was in the past.But I didn’t want to dwell on the past. I didn't have time for that.Caiden's suspicions were heightened by the unsettling emptiness in my expression."I want to talk to you, ask your men to leave," I said, raising my voice above Caiden's."You have no right to make requests of me." Even though I was afraid by the harshness in his tone, I didn't b
Caiden said, "Since you left, a lot of things have changed. I got married and became alpha."I thought I was going to pass out from the intense pain that took over my heart at that moment. But I had to swallow all those feelings and my tears. He's an Alpha, so I wasn't shocked; he would undoubtedly have a Luna by his side."Caiden, you had to have had a reason for rejecting me, right?" I looked at him as I asked.Without meeting my eyes, he said, "I'm an Alpha and I need a strong Luna by my side. You were always weak, Kamara. So weak that you couldn't even protect your own children." Caiden had no right to say that to me, after the risks I took to care for those four children on my own. Only I knew what I went through, how strong I had been, and I wouldn't let Caiden hold me responsible for what happened.I wanted to scream and tell Caiden everything, but I could hear hasty footsteps coming. When the woman entered the room, her anxious face tightened my gut. I knew who she was.As ou
After giving it some thought, Jessie headed straight to the beta's wing, trying to stay as far away from various areas of the house as she could in case she ran into anyone, particularly Kamara. She was unable to endure putting on a sympathetic expression and meeting that woman's gaze once more. Jessie detested her. She desired for her to be dead and out of her way. Jessie had always thought Kamara was too weak, too wretched, too worthless, and so incapable of keeping a man. That was how she felt when Caiden rejected Kamara as his mate to be with her. She thought she had won that war, but then Kamara returned, bringing the past with her and destroying whatever hopes she had for their future together. Strolling through the pack house, she vowed to herself that she would destroy Kamara Steele and she would never come near Caiden again.Enzo was told to wait in his room till she returned, so she hurried to where he was waiting. She peered into his eyes and walked furiously towards him
I drew back as he made a step forward. "Kamara, you don't have to be terrified. I'm Louis, and I don't belong in this pack."I couldn't help but notice the man's endearing features in spite of the fear that surger through me. His gorgeous light brown eyes. A matching stubble to his hair defined his face."How do you know me?" I inquired once more, raising my voice.I kept my eyes fixed on him even though he gestured to the east, saying, "The news of you searching for your abducted kids have reached the Eastern side. When news breaks about an Alpha missing children, it goes viral."It seemed really weird to me. I squinted my eyes, expressing my doubt."What do you want from me?" I swallowed clearing my throat of any accumulated saliva before asking. "I considered speaking with the Alpha, but he ignored me." My face became more confused. "Why would he even listen to a stranger?""And how come you believe that I would?"Louis gave me shivers as he gazed intently into my eyes. Then he loo