***Bryan*** Since Lois dropped me off, I’ve been feeling low and defeated. Right now I’m staring at my phone because I can’t believe Scarlett called me. Getting turned down or rejected isn’t something that happens to me frequently. I had already imagined that Scarlett would approve of me and I would start working as her butler immediately. But the shock after she told Lois she could not was enormous. Lois apologized. I told her there was no need for her to apologize to me because Scarlett had a choice. We can’t force her to employ someone she sees as trouble. Sadly, that’s how she sees me. Lois only meant well for her friend. She wanted me close to her to watch over her for fear that whoever is killing the Andersons will get to her too. If Lois knew about my ill intentions towards her friend she wouldn’t want me going an inch near Scarlett. Five minutes ago, my phone rang, blaring to life. I couldn’t tell who was calling until I picked up the phone, then I froze. I had been lying
***Bryan*** Their little whispers turned into a heated argument. The next thing, Evans walked down stairs. He shot me an angry glare. I paid him no attention. He clenched his hands into fists and gritted his teeth. “I want you gone now.” He pointed at the door. “We don’t need you as our butler. I will get her someone she would be comfortable with. Not someone who looks like a thug.” Before I could respond. Scarlett’s small feet ran down the staircase. Her eyes were moist and her cheeks had turned rosy. Obviously, she’s been crying. “Stop it, Evans. Why are you harassing him?” I rose to my full height. Cleared my throat. “Mrs. Scarlett, it seems my presence here is causing a bit of tension with your husband. I don’t have any intension troubles for you. I will be on my way now.” “No. Please wait.” She ran towards me, blocking my path. She turned around to face Evans, her back to me. “I don’t care what you say, Evans. This is my house. I can hire whoever I want. I need him as my butl
***Scarlett*** I knew things would turn out this way. But I went ahead. I don’t care anymore. Actually, I stopped caring a while ago. I was giving into my fears, which I don’t want to do anymore. I'm done! Evans can go to hell! My first reaction towards Bryan was out of fear. I was scared that I was going to lose myself to him. I wouldn’t deny the fact that I was turned on by him. Bryan’s looks made all the other guys I have seen look boring, even Evans can’t compete with him if he wanted to. His smile was so friendly and I couldn’t stop looking at his eyes as they sparkled so brightly. His sharp masculine features were screaming warrior and although I don’t know much about him, when I shook his hand yesterday, it felt like the hand of a warrior, strong and callouse like a protector's. I instantly felt safe with him. It’s no accident that the first person that came to my mind after I was attacked yesterday was him. If someone like Bryan were around the house, I would feel safe. I’
***Bryan*** Fate tossing such a big opportunity at me was unexpected. Living with Scarlett under the same roof had to be a dream. I still can’t believe she proposed that in front of her husband She stood her ground and stuck to her decision; despite her husband’s displeasure. “Are you saying she said all that in front of that jerk?” Lois shook the bottle of pepper sauce over her pasta dish. “That’s brave of her. Not like she can’t. She’s Alpha female by the way and she’s wealthy. Evans should respect her too.” I dropped by Lois’ apartment as soon as I got back to my pack’s territory. I needed to update her on what had happened so far. Just like me, she doesn't live in the pack house, since she and Curtis value their privacy. Sometimes it amazes me how both Lois and I became fast friends so quickly. I only got to know her after my return five months ago, but now we were besties. She has a cousin who serves in the Military, Josh Wold, whom I was acquainted with - maybe that also fur
***Scarlett*** I revved up my engine, overtaking the cars that were ahead of me. I looked down at my watch—It’s two minutes until I get to the port. My instincts kept yelling at me that I wasn’t going to find Scarlett on this road. This is the main road and it made sense because those werewolves wouldn’t be stupid to attack her here where the road was busy. The bastards could get hit by speeding cars. They wouldn’t want to hurt themselves in the process of chasing after her. I took a sharp turn, leaving the main road and driving into a narrow untarred road. It was a shortcut that led to the port. I kept switching glances from my phone to my watch, I was hoping I would see a call from Scarlett. But none came. I’m aware of my primary mission, which is to kill Alpha Ashley Anderson’s daughter, the man who took everything away from me. But right now I was holding back. I asked myself. For what exactly? Is it because Lois asked me to make sure she is safe? Or do I really want Scarlett
***Scarlett*** I was about giving up. My legs strained and tightened as my paws dug deep into the dirt. i kkept on running and gasping for air, my lungs felt like they were about to explode. Six werewolves were onto me. They were so close…snarling and howling. Keep running! I screamed in my head. I thought I was out of reach until I heard one of the wolves behind me, it was so close. It had to be the biggest werewolf I have ever seen in my life. Fear gripped my stomach. I ran faster. But the monster grabbed me. Before I knew what was happening, we were rolling on the forest floor. Hell, I wasn’t going to die like this. Not without a fight. I scratched him and made sure my claws sink deep into his thighs, so deep that I could shred those thighs in one go. He lets out a growl, howling in pain. His strong hands held me tightly...restraining and preventing me from releasing myself. I fought hard to bite him but he was just too strong. I waited for that fatal bite from him or perhaps
***Bryan*** Hell was about to break loose. Evan’s nose flared as he continued to glare at me. I could feel the tension rising. I returned the gaze with the same intensity. Scarlett quickly stepped in his way as he began to walk towards me. I quickly turned away. Her well curved butt jiggled as she tried to stop her husband from skinning me alive. “Evans, I called you but you didn’t pick up.” Scarlett gently touched his arms. “Bryan was the only person I could call. If not for him, I would have been dead by now.” Evans wasn’t buying it. His gaze still on her. He pulled out his jacket and put it over her, covering her nakedness. Looking away was vital because staring at Scarlett will only make me go hard again and nothing will stop Evans from attacking me if he found out that I was lusting after his wife. “Babe, let’s get you home." Evans muttered. "Wait. Are you hurt? Should we go to the hospital?” “I’m fine.” Scarlett replied with a sad face. He grabbed her wrist. “Hey, get the
***Scarlett*** I dialed his number for the twentieth time. I haven’t been able to reach Bryan since we parted at the forest. I felt bad about how Evans treated Bryan, especially when he tossed the money at him. I wanted to apologize. I tried calling Lois too but she wasn't picking up, so I left Lois a voicemail. I hope she calls when she sees it. It was nine hours since the awful incident. Who would have thought that a bunch of werewolves will be waiting for me ahead, blocking my path. With each passing moment, I was getting worried. Perhaps, Bryan isn’t returning my calls because he's angry? I wouldn’t blame him if he is. Evans really went too far. I can’t justify Evan’s actions as jealousy. This was pure hatred toward the poor guy. Evans was asking questions. I felt like yanking at my hair because some of his questions sounded stupid. He wanted to know if I recognized any of the werewolves who came after me. “I’ve never seen any of them before. I need some sleep, Evans,” I said