Third Person POV Louis suddenly collapsed to his knees on the carpet, buried his head in his hands, and his vision gradually became foggy. He had no idea that her withholding the truth from him was done so to keep Louis safe. But he had mistreated Keira for five years in a terrible and unfair manner! And he had always felt that what he was doing was right. Even though his palm hurt from repeatedly striking the ground with a clenched fist, it was nothing compared to the pain in his heart. Being nurtured by his parents as if he were their own son, he felt ashamed of himself and unable to forgive himself. They would be disappointed in him for becoming a selfish, foolish, and cold-blooded male if they were still around. "Stop doing this, Louis! Keira doesn't want to see you like this either." Stephen grabbed his hands to halt this self-inflicted behavior. "It's all my fault, Keira, I'm sorry." With hollow eyes, Louis murmured. "Be sensible! How can you find Keira in this condition whil
Keira POV"I'm sad to hear that; you must have been so alone all these years." I didn't realize it was a hug until Owain whispered in my ear, "Believe me, by the time you arrive on the island, you'll forget about this trying time and start a new life all to yourself."It's a good thing I have my hair down because I bet my ears are a touch red right now.Owain took a step back and released me from his embrace. "The ship is a little slow, it will take about 6 hours to reach the island. You may remain in this room, I'll be in the room at the end of the corridor, let me know if you need anything." He gave me a sneaky wink before shutting the door.The vibes that Owain and Augustine give out are radically different; Owain doesn't make me feel that he crosses the comfortable social distance line, whilst Augustine pulls me in forcibly and leaves me gasping after a rigorous eligibility screening. Even their smell differs; one is a spicy spirit that plunders everything like a pirate while the
Keira POV The ship gave this journey a salute by blowing its whistle which stood in for my farewell to the Bloodrose Pack. It was arguably the most beautiful sound I've ever heard. Goodbye Louis, goodbye Lynede, goodbye the house where I grew up, and the lovely little lake and forest. If all else perished, and he remained, I should continue to be; and if all else remained, and he were annihilated, the universe would turn to a mighty stranger: I should not seem a part of it. I eventually became his wayfarer, even as the wind went around my soul. Slowly he'll forget about me. We're getting off the boat, so hurry up! Owain took hold of my hand and stepped onto the deck. To greet everyone on the coast, everyone stuck their heads out the window, and some even threw their caps out. Despite all the enthusiasm, I observed that none of them had removed their hairband. The male who handed me the apple whistled, as I was staring at them in astonishment, "Owain finally brought the la
Third Person POV Finally, this haughty Alpha bent his noble head in mate pull. Every minute of every day, he couldn't stop thinking about Keira, and he was fully aware that no one could ever take her place. He made his way back to the living room while sipping wine vigorously. His heart and throat burned as a result of the strong alcohol. Augustine went to take a shower after being a touch too heated. With his hair still dripping and the water gleaming on his muscular pecs, Augustine emerged from the bathroom. Watermarks were left on the living room's marble floor by his bare feet. Droplets trickled into the bath towel and down his chiseled pecs. Sitting on the couch, Augustine began to think how they had got there, glanced at the rum that was next to the record player to hide his scent, and became so irate that he took up the scented stone on the table and crushed it. You know he was last year's hunting king. Splash- In addition to the scent of spirits, Augustine could stil
Keira POV I went to Ryan's friend's shop the day before Owain's coming-of-age party and purchased an antique dress from the 1950s made of rose gold taffeta with a square neckline and layers of tulle for added volume. "Oh my Gosh, you're so gorgeous!" Delaney hid her lips with her fingers as she stared in astonishment. "The collar is a little empty here, so maybe I'll match it with a necklace," I said, assessing my attire in the mirror to see if it was appropriate for the situation. "No, you should expose your collarbone instead!" Delaney selected a strand of pearls and measured the neckline before saying, "I'll add some beautiful embellishments. "I can't thank you enough, Delaney." "It's nothing, kid. I'm sure Owain will have a great time tonight because you attend." "Is Owain set to become Alpha?" I said as I exited the dressing room after taking off my dress. Delaney accepted the garment and responded, "Definitely. He is so good and helps carry those heavy crates eve
Keira POV As I approached the back door garden of the castle, I was immediately struck by the lovely plants that surrounded me. The crisp air of early autumn is infused with the sweet scent of blooming flowers, and the gentle rustling of fallen leaves underfoot. Golden yellow chrysanthemums nodded lazily in the breeze, while deep purple asters sway gently alongside delicate pink and white carnations. Clusters of tall, spiky purple Liatris added height and drama to the garden, and the bright red of scarlet sage blooms added a vibrant pop of color. I paused to take in the beauty of the flowers, then I heard a cheerful voice from inside the castle. Looking up, it turns out that there were people talking and laughing on the second-floor terrace, so I sat down on the small bench under the terrace and waited for Owain. When I enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, settled in, and let myself become lost in the beauty of the garden, I heard footsteps approaching. "Have you been waiting fo
Keira POV"Owain, I am sorry..." Owain gently touched my lips with his index finger as I was about to refuse.He leaned closer and said, "Don't refuse me, it's my gift, or I'll take what I want most." My chin was in his hand, and his thumb was gently rubbing my lips.I briefly held my breath. He doesn't express his true desires, but I believe I understand what it was."I'm concerned that somebody will recognize me."What if Augustine was there?As soon as the pressure on my lips subsided, Owain took hold of my face and pressed our foreheads together, saying, "You needn't fear; Molly is skilled with makeup and she can disguise you. You don't have to worry. No one will identify you, I guarantee it."I wanted to say no to him, but a voice in my head persuaded me that this was an opportunity for me to fully emerge from the shadows. Running away wasn't the solution; facing everything head-on with calmness was what would truly free me.What are you frightened of, Keira? You can disguise you
Keira POV I felt as though I was in my house in bed when I glanced out the top window of the automobile at the autumn night sky with all the stars aligned. "Keira, are you OK? Do you feel anxious?" Owain sat in the driver's seat and glanced at me; his eyes spoke of worry. He then grasped my hand. "Do you believe it? I'm fine; I'm calm now." I leaned back against the seat and cocked my head to look at him while I spoke. "Brave girl. You have no idea how anxious I was at the coming-of-age party, you look better than I did." Owain said with a smile. "Am I recalling this incorrectly? That day, you were a cool, collected, and well-behaved Alpha. "I replied, seeming to be surprised and teasing him. "Oh my God, why didn't I see before that you were genuinely skilled at flattery? Want to try extreme speed?" Owain asked as he twisted the wheel. "Obviously." The Porche sped off like a ghost in the night as I clutched my seatbelt. I then reacted like most people do when they see a