“Why are you here? Are you not feeling well? ”Rufus asked as he touched her forehead. She just shook her head and ignored him. “Your father and your sister left. They promised to visit you again,” he said. “He’s not my real father; he’s my stepfather, and Amelia is my younger half-sister. Why didn't you tell me such an important thing? ", she accused. “Because Edward may not be your father, but you loved him, and he adored you like a real father. You loved Amelia too, in fact...” He stopped and frowned. “How did you know this? Did you happen to recall some of your memories? ” “Yes,” she lied. “Amelia was the one for you, not me. I don’t understand why we had a relationship before if you like Amelia. ” “What are you talking about? ” “I ran away because you cheated on me,” she concluded, looking at his eyes directly to confirm what she had said. Rufus didn’t say a word; he just looked at her with this familiar look on his face. He was like Rujan when he wasn't telling the truth and
Everleigh dreamed of sending her children to school, but she didn’t expect that she would also come back to school. The boys were very excited. They woke up early and prepared their things for school. Rufus didn’t miss the opportunity to help them get their things done and assist them with their breakfast. She let him; she could see the joy in his face while helping them.She chose to wear cream slacks and a shirt. They looked like a happy family together. A limo was parked in the front yard, waiting for them. She saw three black luxury cars parked behind the limo. The boys were well behaved during the 15-minute drive to their school. Rufus took her hand and raised his brow when he noticed it was cold. She was nervous. He didn’t say a word, but was surprised when he pulled her close to him and kissed her temple.“Everything will be okay, baby, trust me.” She just nodded and made a deep sigh.The security opened the door for them, and she was surprised when the director, faculty, and s
Everleigh watched the expression played on her ex-boyfriend; she didn’t even know the name. He wasn’t afraid of Rufus, like everyone she met. Why? He has a devil-may-care attitude and a stellar smile. Vikings have gold hair, a hawkish nose, and fair skin. This person in front of them appeared to be one. She could feel his similar personality with Rujan.So, this is the kind of man she preferred before? She asked herself silently, but she was cut off harshly when Rufus glared at her. “I’m sorry, but I needed to be in class,” she said, smiling awkwardly.“Yes, see you there,” the man said, winking at her and nodding at Rufus once again before he left. She wanted to know the name of her ex-boyfriend, but Rufus was in a black mood.“I’ll send you to your class,” Rufus offered again.“I can manage myself,” she insisted."You were just out of my sight for a minute, and I found you in the arms of another man,” he growled.“I was taken aback; I didn’t even know the name of the man who happene
Everleigh was suddenly left alone. She stood, leaning on the wall, because she felt that her knees would buckle any minute. It was very obvious that Rufus was possessive. She ran away from him because she was suffocated by his possessiveness.She slowly walked towards the chair and sat there, confused by her emotion and her body’s reaction toward Rufus’ touch. Her classmates started to come in. She was relieved and, at the same time, nervous. They were only ten in their class, and she was the only female.She was introduced by their professors, and not one of them dared gaze at her openly, as if it were a sin to look at her. She wanted to have friends, but how? Rufus would turn into a raging wolf if she made friends with them and didn’t like it.To her surprise, the knowledge flowed into her mind as if she knew it. One more class before lunch, and she was again surprised when her ex-boyfriend came in. He looked at her, and he quirked his lips upon seeing her sitting in front.“For the
Everleigh stepped into Rufus' office in awe. Cutting-edge technology impeccably merges with elegant design. He was sitting on his desk, equipped with touch-sensitive surfaces, holographic displays, and integrated charging stations. The boys were sleeping sprawled on the huge couch, their toys scattered on the carpeted floor. He was reading some files and didn’t look up, but he knew she was there. The office has voice-activated assistants, smart climate control, and augmented reality conferencing systems that transform the office into a command center of innovation.It looks like his office is proof of staying ahead in the digital age, where technology becomes a continuous extension of control.How did she know these things? Among other things she saw in Moon Valley, this office seemed familiar to her. Why? Rufus looked at her intently. She wanted to ask about this office. “How’s the boys? ” Different words came out of her lips.“They’re tired, and I told them to go to sleep. They were
Everleigh was shocked and learned about Mark’s cheating. “That was disgusting!" She whispered back. She tried to feel herself, but she felt nothing about the news. One thing she knew was that she was interested and curious. Maybe what she learned right now will help her find some memories hidden inside her mind.“How did I manage it? And who is the other party? ”“You felt relieved, I think.”“Relieve? Why? ”“You kept it a secret and even made friends with the cheater and his lover,” he said.“What?”If she had feelings for Mark, she would never do it. She felt shocked by the revelation; it seemed that the person she knew within her was a total stranger.They were both whispering to each other; their faces were so closed that they didn’t notice someone in front of them. They looked, and both were surprised when they saw Mark looking at them, amused.“May I join you, Mr. Guevarra? Ms. Hearst? Or would I say Mrs. Griswold?” He sat on the chair in front of them. She felt awkward suddenly
“I didn’t treat you like a slave, well, maybe for some short period of time,” Rufus answered.Everleigh was not convinced; she knew Rufus was hiding something from her. “Where are we going?"She asked when she noticed that he turned left instead of going straight to the castle.“I already mentioned that Amelia and your dad brought the kids home. What I mean was that your home before,” he said.Home? She was curious about her home before. She spent most of her childhood there. She hoped that her memories would return when she got to see her home.“Why didn't you tell me that my home is closer to your home? I think we’ll move to my father’s house. It’s not proper to be with you when I married your brother.”“I don’t care about propriety, Everleigh. You’ll stay with me. My brother entrusted you to me. He has reasons. Your father can’t protect you. What if your enemies hurt your father and your sister’s family? Why do you think Rujan didn’t ‘tell you about them? ”She sighed. He has a poin
“I cannot divulge more, Leigh. It’s better not to know the past. What’s important is that you are here, and Alpha Rufus is a changed man. For the past few years without you, he has suffered a lot. He always visits Dad here. I don’t know; maybe he wanted to be closer to the people you loved. He may be intimidating, and we may have feared him, but he will protect you with his life. I don’t believe he’ll make the same mistake again. “I’m married to his brother now Amie, and I don’t want to cheat my husband like Rufus cheated on me.” “You can’t avoid your connection. You’re his soul mate. Rujan knew it; I don't know why he hid you from his brother. Think of it: Rujan knew that his brother was as crazy as the devil finding you. Why did he keep you and the boys hidden from his brother? He took advantage of your situation. He knew that the boys were not his, but his brother’s. He deceived you, Leigh.” “You are not fond of Rujan,” Everleigh concluded. “I just don’t know him; it is easy for
"Sleep, my love. I'll take my fill tomorrow night.""Don't shift. I love your smell," she said sleepily."I won't," he replied, removing the bindings and massaging her wrist.Dark couldn’t sleep; his cock throbbed with need. He lay there, watching the stars and the moon outside, holding his mate as she slept on his shoulder. After two agonizing hours, her eyes flew open, and he instantly knew why. She needed to pee."Stay there. Don't shift," she ordered before closing the bathroom door. She was still naked, which added to his frustration. He mind-linked the chef to prepare a light snack for her. With the way his daughters moved inside her, he knew they were hungry. He needed to satisfy them first."No one can see us on the deck, right?" she asked when she returned and picked up the robe from the floor. Dark nodded and came to her. She looked at his erection and then back at his face."Don’t mind it. You need to
"See that moon, my love? Tomorrow, we will join the wolves in their mating game, but for now, I need you to prepare first."Dark began licking her skin and caressing her nipples with his huge, furry hands. She was fully aroused."Easy, love. Let me take care of you. You don’t know how much I want to take you like this."Dark bared his teeth in a look of such feral pleasure that only a fool would call it a smile. He wrapped one hand around her breast and squeezed with just enough pressure to make her want more. She closed her eyes against the overpowering feeling of vulnerability. She felt the humid warmth of his exhale the second before his lips wrapped around her. The sound that escaped her was so raw and needy she couldn’t believe she’d made it. Then his tongue curled around her nipple, and his furry cheeks hollowed on a drawing pull she felt all the way to her womb. She no longer cared what desperate sounds she made.
"Don’t blindside me, Rufus. You can’t protect me with it.”Rufus sighed. “I’ve already assigned scouts for them. Lander is already on Red Island.”“Do you have a place there?”“Every alpha has a place on Red Island.”“Interesting.”“The mansion is located at the far end of the island, away from the center. The boys can shift freely there. It’s time for you to meet fellow alphas and the king.”“Sonya told me that all wolves are afraid of him. I’m curious about his appearance and why he’s still mateless. I imagine he looks frightful.”Rufus gave her a peck on the forehead. “I’m happy you’re open now, my love. You should see the king before making any judgments.”“I think I need to go to the bathroom again,” she said.“If you feel anything, just tell me or show me. Castr
Diana’s shoulders shook with a ragged breath, and he turned his head, battling discomfort and regret. She had once been important to him, and he would miss her, but not in the way she wanted.“What do I have to live for if I don’t have you?”He turned at her question and barely caught her as she ran into him. Holding her at bay with a grip on her upper arms, he saw the devastation on her beautiful face before he could process her words. Then it registered.Horrified, he shoved her away. She was blackmailing him with her life.She stumbled back as her heels caught in the carpet. “Don’t put that on me,” he warned, his voice low and hard. “I’m not responsible for your happiness. I’m not responsible for you at all.”“What’s wrong with you?” she cried. “This isn’t you.”“You wouldn’t know. You’ve lived without me for many years;
Everleigh heard Diana ordered cognac to their attendant. “Ethan, you'll have a cognac too, won't you?' she said. “I know how much you used to love it,” she said.She sighed and thought that next time she’ll pay attention to Rufus’ likes and hobbies. She frowned when she remembered something, he was drinking the same drinks everyday but not Cognac.Those were the dark moments of her life with him, when she often saw Rufus drunk and few times sober. “He preferred vodka or brandy since I met him few years back. He was particularly fond of those spirits that he drank it every night before. We have collections of them in the castle including whiskey but I never saw Cognac.”“You’re right my love, I indulge Diana those days to patronize my father’s favorite drink but I am not fond of it.”Everleigh turned to Rujan, “I indulge myself with it sometimes,” Rujan replied.Raiden wanted to go to the restroom and she needed too. “I’ll accompany you,” he said. Rujan chuckled, “come on brother, let
Sonya helped her prepare for the formal dinner. Her hair was braided into a sophisticated bun that emphasized her beautiful almond-shaped eyes and cheekbones. She chose a sexy white maternity dress with a dramatic neckline that highlighted her luscious cleavage, which had become fuller due to her pregnancy. This cozy, simple dress was sexy with its low, open back. She wore 70-carat diamond drop earrings given to her by Rufus, among other jewelry from his mother. Sonya picked a diamond choker and bracelet for her to complement the earrings."The drama queen always portrays a demure personality, but she eyes the luxuries. She grew up with a golden spoon in her mouth, so it's natural for her to love fine and extravagant things."Everleigh had never been competitive in her life, but hearing this, she was determined to show off. Rufus didn’t want her to wear high heels, so she decided on beaded flat shoes. The boys looked stunning in their tuxedos.Rufus and the boys were waiting for her i
"Are you sure?""Yes, I am sure.""Do you want to see the boys shift too?""What do you mean?""Yes, they can shift.""But they're so young!" she exclaimed."And they're my sons.""Why didn't they tell me?" she was surprised and hurt at the same time.Rufus came to her side. "Love, you can't remember a thing about shapeshifters like us. How could they show you?""Did Rujan know?""Yes.""When did they start to shift?""When Rujan invited you to the cabin.""It's not all about fishing and picnics, I see...""Yes, it's not about picnics and fishing.""What about our daughters? Are they going to shift at a young age?""I don't know. Nothing is certain when it comes to shifting. Alpha blood is stronger. I shifted when I was the same age as our boys, and Rujan shifted when he was fifteen.""You're twins. Did the shifting determine who would be the alpha?" she asked."Yes, it's one of the factors."
He traced the shell of her ear with his tongue, feeling her slick sex clasp him in response."Perfection," he whispered, following her down as she sank back into the bed.Everleigh gripped his upper arms and licked her lower lip, her hips moving in tight little circles, loosening the way for him. "Please," she pleaded again in that throaty murmur that undid him. Bracing himself with palms flat to the bed, he withdrew slowly, relishing the feel of her clinging to his cock.He returned with effort, pushing through the tight resistance. Her head thrashed and her eyes closed, which he could not allow. He needed her to stay with him, to see him through the storm he knew was coming. The pressure of his impending orgasm fisted around his bollocks and pulsed through his cock, warning him that he would soon be wasted by the woman beneath him.She’d snared him completely that long-ago night, bewitched him beyond redemption. There was no other choice for him.
Rufus placed her carefully on the edge of the bed. “Let’s talk, Rufus,” her voice faltered as he pulled her dress up and over her head. He tossed it aside, his attention focused on her full breasts that heaved with every ragged breath. He cupped their lush weight in his hands, his thumbs stroking over the hard, peaked nipples. She leaned back, her weight propped on her canted arms. Her lovely face was flushed, her blue eyes dark as if drawing him into the depths of the ocean. Her rich, inky hair fell around her shoulders in total disarray. She looked glassy-eyed and luscious, the most beautiful thing he’d ever seen.“About what, my love?” he murmured, pressing her backward to take a nipple into his mouth. Her selflessness meant more to him than he could express with words. He had needed so much from her for so long, and she had given generously and with heartening enthusiasm. His tongue stroked over the taut point of her breast, his lips pulling with deliberately soft suction, teasing