Simon's POV...
I feel like burying my head in a hole and remaining there for as long as I can. Kara's reaction to my outburst made me realize how stupid I sounded this morning. I could have kept my big mouth shut. I am the one guilty here; I should be ashamed to look poor Selena in the eyes and even go as far as getting angry when she questions my integrity. I feel so bad that I couldn't reach her. I have searched the fields and her office, but she isn't there.
Selena doesn't deserve the cold treatment I am dishing out. I should be punished for being an asshole. Kara really did set me straight; I also owe her an apology. I have been such a mess. Ruffling my hair, I clasp my palm, staring into space. A light knock came from behind the door before it creaked open. Logan walked in with his shoulder high and a funny look on his face."What's with that face?" I asked, scoffing.Logan shrugged with a smirk, "Nothing, just counting my blessings. How are you doing todaSimon's POV...I practically floated through the hallway with Selena in my arms while yelling out to anyone nearby to get me Doctor Eva. Selena's dress was stained with blood, and my heart was in stitches. I would rather not think negatively until the doctor gets here."Beta Simon," Doctor Eva panted out of breath as she entered the room with her bag in hand."Selena," I panted."Please leave us; I will take it from here." She said, asking her assistants to see me out.My head kept spinning as I tried to figure out what must have happened to her. We were just talking, and all of a sudden, she was bleeding. As I paced the hallway back and forth, my ear twitched when Luscious and Kara made their way toward me, laughing at some obviously stupid joke. Without taking a moment to think, I rushed towards them and held Luscious by the throat, holding him against the way."You bastard!" I bellowed."What the hell, Beta Simon?" Luscious grunted against my
Kara's POV...I sighed heavily for the umpteenth time, feeling my body cramped up in discomfort. I didn't realize Luscious had a weak side to him. Even though it was obvious he would rather not retaliate to Simon's punch, he did not need to fall flat to the ground and let him keep hitting. Now he is here on the bed with his face swollen. I am disappointed. I don't fancy men who can't stand up to defend themselves against their fellow mates.He winced from the sleep, turning around. But I have to admit, he took the pain in good stride and didn't whine about it when I helped nurse the wound and apply a healing ointment. Not like he would need it much since he is bound to get better by tomorrow. Maybe he did the right thing by letting Simon lash out at him like that. It was unexpected, but Luscious kept his cool. I stretched my hand out to caress his hair. He looks like a child whenever he sleeps—all shades of cute.My eyes lingered on him for a long time as I ho
Kara's POV...I couldn't call out his name to avoid any passerby to notice. They would obviously wonder why someone like me is calling for the Beta of all people. We are considered sworn enemies. I won't be surprised that anyone thinks in that manner. Heading into the woods, I didn't shift and let myself be guided by the moonlight. Just as I had expected, Simon was curled up in our hideout like a lost child.I sighed heavily, sitting next to him. “Hey.”“Hi.” He responded in a coarse voice. He must have been howling for too long to have affected his voice. “Did you come here to find me?” Simon asked, sitting up.“Yes, I was worried about you. I heard about the loss. So sorry about that.”“I feel like a monster. It's no doubt my fault for whatever she is going through. I should have paid more attention to her and responded to every of her needs. Instead, I didn't and focused wrongly.”I felt a
Kara's POV...I looked around the room and found Diana in a corner, looking helpless with a tray in hand. They must have walked into the room when she came to drop his food. Just when I thought my day was already at its shitty peak, Luscious's vagabond sisters Ana and Rachel decided to show up. I wonder how they got to hear about their brother getting beat up.“What's going on here?” I asked sternly, refusing to let myself be bullied by their presence. Likewise, I am the one who does the bullying, not the other way around.Rachel scoffed in distaste. “You really do have some guts talking to us like that. What sort of stupid fiancée are you? After putting our brother in this helpless state, you still couldn't stay with him to be of help.”“Do I look like a nanny? And you seem to have gotten your facts wrongly. I had nothing to do with him getting beat up. Moreover, he isn't in much pain; he is only taking a nap. What's with t
Simon's POV...If miserable is a person, I will be a perfect example. I have been moving like a lifeless person for the past two days. The minute Selena felt her legs and could move freely on her own, she kept her distance from me. And on the other hand is Kara, who wouldn't even act like she notices me. I have never been this conflicted and devastated in my entire life. Not having someone to open up to worsens it for me. Now I understand why people with deep secrets start acting crazy. Keeping things like this to oneself only causes trouble.I pulled at the tip of my hair, feeling frustrated all over again. I just remembered that I also owe Luscious an apology. Hurting or not, I never should have taken it out on him. He didn't hurt her or anything like that. Kara's words came back to haunt me, and I have to admit she is very correct in the aspect of me being indecisive. I have no idea what I want at this point. But something is sure: I have to speak to Selena whether sh
Kara’s POV...“You need to understand, Kara. These people aren’t worth the headache.” Luscious repeated for the umpteenth time in my ear, and I really felt like swiping at me like some mosquito. His noise is beginning to repel me.I flipped the bedsheets on the line, spreading it out properly. “I don’t know what you expect me to understand here, Luscious. Your sisters obviously don’t like me, and if left to those ladies, they would bring me harm. Now that I think about it, I feel like your mother is in on this and has only been pretending all along.”“So what are you saying now?” He sounded angry. I have avoided him as best as I can since his sister’s visit. And Luscious has been searching around for me viciously, too. Even though I assure myself that he is what and who I need. I can’t seem to just settle with the disrespect his siblings brought to me, all in the name of standing up for their brother.“I just need some time to myself, please,” I stated after a long contemplation.Lusc
Kara's POV...Letting out a long breath, I threw myself into the bed, laughing. Diana is a crazy one; she made us run in the woods for so long that I thought I might lose my leg in the process. She knows how to exhaust one when she decides to. But it was fun; we howled into the night and played hide and seek. It's the most fun I have had in a long time. Diana has been extra nice towards me since that day she got to know about Luscious's sisters. I am glad I have someone who looks out for me. I must be really pitiful for her to go out of her way to help me.In the past, I used to hate helps like that. But learning from Alexa, I realized life is beyond all that I thought it to be. There are some people who would remain good at heart, no matter how poorly you treated them. They do not have the heart to harbor evil thoughts. Which is why dumb people think they are weak for not retaliating. However, it turns out they are the ones mostly at peace. Nothing bothers them because they aren't pl
Kara's POV...I woke up feeling like the world bowed at my feet. Even though I would like to say that I keep getting fooled by Simon, I have to admit that I love everything he does to me. It makes me feel brand new every time we get together. Unlike the other days, he stayed very long this time until it was almost morning. We had sex again before he left. I hummed softly to myself as I arranged the room. I got prepared for the day and went to seek my cleaning equipment.I got assigned to a hallway, and making my way there, I unintentionally bumped into Selena. I moved back at a surprising speed. I don't know why, but it almost feels like she would be able to smell Simon on me. I blinked rapidly, bowing my head."G….good morning, Lady Selena," I mumbled.Selena chuckled, "Good morning, Kara. Is everything okay? Why do you look so pale?"Cursing inwardly, I raised my head, smiling broadly. "Don't mind me. I was just flustered for a minute. I am sorry
Kara's POVMy eyes stirred and I opened them to see where I am. The floor of the cold cell isn't this comfy, I thought to myself as I tried to remember what happened to me. I remember being dragged out of the cell, but I was too weak to know where they were taking me to. Carl probably had a rethink. I sat up and looked around again. This isn't the room that I stayed in at Carl's pack house. Neither is this Carl's room. It took me a moment to realize where I am. This can't be. How did I return to the Red Lotus pack? Did they bring me back to punish me? Just when I thought Carl's punishment will be the death of me. Here I am again, back to where I started from. Tears welled up in my eyes as fear enveloped me. If I knew I was going to get caught again this easily, I would have just stayed back to get punished appropriately and not have myself be humiliated by Carl. My hand caressed the spot where the vase scarred me. The wound has been attended to. I wonder what they all have going
Simon's POVI was ready to cause a lot of trouble the minute I arrived the Crescent Moon pack, just incase I am not allowed to enter. Keeping my raging nerves in check as I got led to meet Carl, I tried not to show my intentions on my face. I couldn't stop thinking of the condition Kara might be in. She has really lost her mind to think coming to Carl is the best option she has. I feel hurt and disappointed at the same time. But for now, I don't care about all that. All I need right now is for her to be safe. It will make me feel at peace the most. Carl had a snide smirk on his face the minute I stepped into his meeting hall. "To what do I owe this noncommittal visit, Beta Simon?" He inquired. "I am here for Kara." I stated"I am guessing you are the father of the bastard." He mumbled with an obvious disgust on his face. I stood my ground, unflinching at his intimidating glare. "Where is Kara, Alpha Carl? You know better to have sent her back to the Red Lotus pack when she cam
Kara's POVMy body felt like it would break into pieces. I finally got dressed after battling with drowsiness for so many hours. Carl returned yesterday and I have been prepped to become his concubine. For the past few days that I have been here, I have had the most conflicted string of thoughts. Many times I thought of swallowing my shame and return to the Red Lotus pack, most importantly to Simon. I miss him so much it hurts. But then, I had to consider my child's life. Becoming the talk of the pack because of something his or her mother did, will be an unfair life for such child. That had prompted me to maintain my resolve and endure whatever it is Carl died to me. It will all be worth it in the next few months. I might be able to really escape after gathering enough money to settle in a far away pack with my child. It won't be long. I hate that this is the only possible solution for me. What kind of mother am I? Truth be told, I have never thought of the life I would lead if
Author's POVLogan had an amused expression on his face when he entered the room to find a naked Alexa on the bed with her legs spread out waiting for him. He pulled at his shirt while holding her gaze. "Is there an occasion?" He inquired in a low tone. Alexa flipped her loose hair to the back as she crawled towards the edge of the bed. "I don't know, you tell me." She cooed seductively, wetting her lips. He gulped hard at the sight, it's been a while since he shared an intimate moment with her. They always get distracted by their new born. It's either that or Alexa feels too exhausted and he has to comply with her needs. Seeing her in her full glory after what he considers and excruciatingly long period of time. It makes his wolf very excited. "Come." She urged, motioning to him with her finger. Logan walked to the foot of the bed and stood still when she placed a palm on his bare chest to stop him. Alexa worked her way down to his trouser and pulled it down his dick spran
Author's POV Selena exhaled for the umpteenth time since she sat by the bath. Alexa had asked that she join her to bath her new born. Alexa knew she hadn't been herself for days and thought making her do something different will cheer her up. Instead, Selena has kept to herself and only smiling weakly at the baby from time to time. "You will end up looking too old for your age if you continue like this." Alexa threw a light joke. She hissed, "of what use is my youthful look when I can't get a man to love me." "Why are you sounding so dejected for crying out loud, Selena. I have told you time and time again that it's not your fault. And you aren't unfortunate just because this happened." "You say it like I really want to sulk all day. I can't get rid of the thoughts. It's always coming. I also want to break free from it, but I can't. I wish it didn't have to turn out like this. Probably if he had told me earlier, I would have gotten over it by
Kara's POV My life right now is the exact illustration for back to square one. I remember how I had walked in here sometime ago and stood in the same hall with Carl showing himself off like the unattractive pig that he is. I can only hope my mind portal isn't opened and all my thoughts are out. Carl wouldn't hesitate to have my head chopped off to prove a point. I swallowed hard, holding up his gaze while trying hard to put on a smile. Carl had a devilish grin on his face. "What do we have here? How long has it been again? A year or two? You look better than the last time I saw you. Have you been feeding on blood?" He mocked. I swallowed whatever little pride remaining in me. I have already been humbled by life, it's time to throw it all in. "Well, it's been an adventure. I returned to the Red Lotus pack...." "What?" He didn't let me finish before blurting out like the bloody moron he is. "How can you be so cruel? You just had to go back. So did you g
Kara's POV...This is the most dangerous decision I have ever attempted in my life. The safety that I am so keen on that I might not get at the Red Lotus pack. There is no assurance that I will get it at this supposed destination of mine. However, it felt like a good option an hour ago. It's been over a year since I returned to that packhouse that I have known all my life. In truth, it never felt like home until recently. I thought I had a place there, but I was wrong. I have cried so much that I don't have the strength to cry anymore.Thankfully I was able to get water to carry with me in my travel and some bread that I had sneaked in by Diana. She didn't know what I was planning to do at all. I had gone to the kitchen to tell her of my cravings. She appeared very delighted to give it to me. I hope she didn't get caught and be accused of stealing. I wish I had the luxury of time to thank her for being a shoulder to lean on when no one wanted to be associated with me. I
Simon's POV...I try not to think of anything negative and just consider that she might be in the garden or around the pack house somewhere. She can't possibly leave. Why would Kara leave?"What if she did?" Kai interjected.I swallowed hard, and just then, my eyes caught sight of the paper on the bed. My heart thumped crazily as I walked towards it with caution. I picked it up with shaky hands like I could already tell what was in it. Clearing my throat, I stared at the letters. Kara has fine penmanship, but that isn't what matters right now. She wrote;"Dear Simon, I know by the time you see this, I would have been long gone. That is, if you ever see it. I think I have caused more than enough trouble as it is. I promised myself when I returned to the pack house that I would do better as a person. However, it turns out life played me. Forget that anything happened between us. Please take care of Selena; she doesn't deserve to be treated this way. Guilt wouldn'
Simon's POV...My distorted state of mind didn't make me pay attention to what's in front of me. I unintentionally bumped into Luscious. I blinked rapidly at the sight of him. Apparently, Selena had been quite loud yesterday when she was raining curses on Kara. Everyone in the pack house knows now whose child Kara is carrying. It's not like it bothers me much. I just didn't expect that it would turn out this way. I squared my shoulder for what was to come and held Luscious's gaze. A punch, maybe, or a string of curses."Congratulations." He said to me with no hint of emotion in his eyes. I swallowed, not saying anything. "You know, I have always wondered why you were so against my relationship with her. You had your eyes on her and made sure to change her mind. Not only did you hurt her, you hurt Selena too. I should probably punch you in the face, but then that would be a waste of energy. I wanted to believe Kara had hurt me spitefully and lived up to her past reputatio