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The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 78: Found
***Scarlett***There was nothing I needed at the moment more than a breath of fresh air. That’s the only way I can calm myself down. Too bad I can’t leave the house to go for a walk or something. I feel suffocated in this space and my skin craves the feeling of being encircled in natures breeze and its other natural sweetness. Running in my wolf form wouldn’t be a bad idea if I knew the neighborhood well.I was sure Bryan wasn’t going to return. The look on his face before he left said it all. He kind of looked guilty and sorry. I couldn’t stop him from leaving because funny enough, that was the same way I felt.Dismissing the idea about going for a run in wolf form, I decided to stand at the balcony to take in a lungful of fresh breath air. I was sure I was going to get better after spending some minutes here. It’s my first time to ever use the balcony. And it was already dark, so I didn’t have to worry about anyone seeing me from here…I was wrong…three pair of glowing eyes stared ba
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 79: Enemies for Life
***Scarlett***James ducked, dodging the incoming punch with a speed nearing that of lightening. His feet smashed into the man’s chest. The cracking sound gave way to a terrifying groan. The second guy runs to his friend’s rescue but James was too fast and didn’t grant him that privilege. “If you had listened to me. Your friend wouldn’t have ended up with broken ribs.” James snapped his neck so effortlessly that I began to wonder if he snaps necks every day.James was left with just one man; the man who had me by my hair. “Do you think you can get away with this? He’s on his way here.” he snarled.My stomach tightened. The taste of bile in my mouth reminds me of the horror I passed through that night in the hands of Evans. If he was on his way here. That meant they must have called him. Probably when I was hiding in the bathroom.“And who is that?” James asked with a commanding tone. “Who is the jerk who sent you?”My abductor laughs. “There’s no need giving you a spoiler. He’ll sen
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 80: Late
***Bryan***I failed her! Arriving to see the house empty and in a horrifying mess made my heart pound fast in my chest. I swallowed a lungful of air, controlling my uneven breath. I needed to think clearly.I had picked up too many scents that it was difficult to tell how many of them were here. As I looked around the house in search of any evidence that could lead me to those who took Scarlett away, I pushed my way out to the balcony. Just outside, I found claw marks on the rails and walls. I inspected the area carefully. The scent of wolves in this spot was beginning to fade but it smelled rogue. That is the first hint I’ve picked since I arrived. Rogue wolves were here! But why would they want Scarlett?I looked in the far distance, beyond the tall trees, wandering where the rogues have come from. The only person who would come after Scarlett is Evans. And that’s if he knows she’s alive, which is impossible.I paused when my eyes fell upon a house close to mine. I paused. That
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 81: Worse Than the Devil
***Scarlett***I had no idea where we were. The atmosphere had an awful mushy smell. I definitely knew that we weren’t back at the mansion. There’s no way my house smelled like this. Evans wouldn’t be stupid to bring us back to the mansion. I sniffed harder. It didn’t smell like a familiar place.While we were in Evans’ car we were blindfolded which was why the only senses keeping me alert were my nose and ears.“Get your fucking hands off me!” James growled. His large body brush my shoulder and he was pushed to the ground next to me. “This place smells like death.” I could hear him draw short breathes.“Take the blindfolds off.” the order reverberated through the room. as soon as they do that, my eyes were quick to adjust to the brightness in the room. Evans had his hands crossed, he had a wide smile across his fat-ass face. He’s added some weight. I can’t help to notice now that I had seen him properly. The jerk must have been having a good time while I was away. He didn’t look lik
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 82: Silly Talks
***Scarlett***“I told you not to get involved,” I whispered. “You wouldn’t have been locked up here with me if you listened.”James laid on his back, his face looking upward as his arms cushioned his head. “Being here with you is a choice. You didn’t expect me to block my ears and look away when I heard what was going on in there, do you?” His stare on the ceiling remained fixed. He didn’t bother glancing at me. Regardless of what he said, I think somewhere inside him he knew he should have just stayed out.Evans left and told us he would return in early hours of the morning. Something I’m not looking forward too.“So you were part of the Foss pack?” I asked.“Yes. That was a long time ago.” he sighed. “We were teenagers. Evans always had an evil heart right from the beginning.”“I’m sorry you went through that at such a tender age.”He faced me now. “You shouldn’t be. If there’s anything I learnt, it’s that no one is to be trusted.” He cleared his throat. “By the way, so Bryan is yo
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 83: Brazen Actions
***Scarlett*** James stayed away. And surprisingly, just like me he stayed awake the whole night. He knew not to push me too far and I appreciated that he let me be. If he had ended up pissing me off, it would have ended badly for both of us. The guy was either stupid or brave. Anyways men act foolish when they think with what is between their legs, instead of their brains. Wouldn’t be surprised if he ended up apologizing for all he said. “Good morning.” He mumbled from across the room. His voice was hoarse and rough. I ignored him. I focused my gaze on the door waiting for when Evans and his men world storm in. They had chained the door from behind. James had tried tearing the door down but it didn’t budge. He mentioned that they must have chained it with silver chains. “You can’t avoid me forever, Scarlett. Please talk to me,” he said almost rising to his feet. “Stop.” I put up my hand. “Don’t even thinks about coming closer. You’re creeping me out. I’m stuck here with you beca
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 84: The Battle Vs the War
***Bryan*** In the middle of discussing a way out to find Scarlett, my phone blared. It glared down at my screen to see a number that I wasn’t familiar with, so I rejected the call. “Sorry about that. Where were we?” I placed my phone on the sofa between where I and Max sat. “We were talking about being discreet,” Lois whispered. Her face paled beneath the light illuminating the common room. I lightly pat her hand. “We will find your friend.” We’ve been cracking our brains all night and still haven’t come up with any solution. There was no way we could involve others in this search without first revealing the truth that Scarlett was never dead. “I’m sacred, Bryan. Who would come after her? Evans doesn’t know about her.” She exhaled heavily and complained. “You were being careful to hide where no one can find her. I mean you didn’t even allow me see where you had kept her.” Max grunted. “He didn’t let me know either. He kept us all in the dark” They both glared at me with enough
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 85: Disagreement
***Bryan*** My phone dropped to the floor with aloud thud as I pull at my hair in frustration. I was sure the screen of my phone would end up cracking but I cared less about that right now. Evans didn’t even wait for my response after calling me a loser and ending the call. “How did he know where to find her?” Lois shrieked, both eyes wide open and filled with fright. “I have no idea.” I whispered, confused on what next to do. “He wants you to bring the document,” Max muttered. “But you told me it wasn’t with you anymore, the last time I asked. You said you gave it back to her when she gave it to you because taking back what they took from your father isn’t part of your revenge plan.” He leaned in towards me speaking in a whisper. “Why the heck is he calling you when he can ask Scarlett?” “It’s simple, Max. She’s refusing to tell him for a reason. That man poisoned her to lay his hands on the document. What makes you think he wouldn’t kill her this time when he has it?” Lois began
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***Scarlett***The hall had turned into chaos. Alpha Westby wasn't the gentle man he appeared to be in front of his pack. His patience was running out as he couldn't deal with his daughter's defiance any longer. "No, father. Please don't push me." "Why don't you want to listen to her?" Bryan asked , his tone firm. "She's right about how I don't have feelings for her. I love Scarlett." "You kids think you know better than your elders or parents." He pulled ingrid towards him. "Love isn't everything. Some things are not as they seem." "Father!" Ingris yelled in pain, holding her arms. "I'm not going to marry Bryan.""You must!""I won't. You were there that night." Ingrid faced her father with so much defiance in her eyes. Alpha Westby's eyes flickered. "What are you talking about?" "You know what you did to Bryan's pack. You and the Alpha of the Foss and the Anderson pack planned on wiping out the Haaland." My heart pounded in my chest. I couldn't believe what Ingrid was saying
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 129: Wedding Day Saga
***Scarlett***I avoided the front seat like a plague. I would have preferred to sit in the back but I would struggle to keep up with the view because of my height. I found a perfect spot in the middle. In no time the hall was filled and everyone had taken their seats. Bryan looks dashing and handsome just as I had imagined he would turn out to be. Soon after Alpha Westby walked in with his daughter, the bride. She was holding onto him and smiling but I couldn't be deceived by her smile because she was forcing it. She stood in front of Bryan who returned a smile. Bryan and Ingrid's wedding was supposed to be a joyous occasion. But it wasn't so because Ingrid broke down in tears, her body shuddering uncontrollably. It was shocking to see but the greatest shock was when she didn't return the vow and rejected Bryan. The murmurings filled the room. I wondered why Ingrid did what she did? Luckily, Adam was nice to sit next to me. "What's going on?" I whispered to Adam who looked as
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 128: Moving Ahead
***Scarlett***In silence, I watched every member of my pack from the balcony. It's been a very long time since I saw them happy. My pack had insisted that we hold a little celebration for defeating the Foss pack. I went with their suggestion and I'm glad they are all rejoicing. I couldn't forget about the photo I had seen. I knew if Bryan was close or if I were to see him, things would be much easier. He would be able to identify if he was related to the unknown man in the picture. As I continued watching, my mind drifted towards the thoughts of Alpha Westby. Something in me didn't trust that man, not after what he said to me when he came to meet me at the packhouse I was staying with James. His words were so harsh that I knew he wasn't bluffing. He didn't want me in Bryan's life and he wasn't going to tolerate seeing us together. I am a threat to his daughter's love life. I think Alpha Westby isn't the good man he pretends to be. That was the conclusion I got that day he came
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 127: An Unhappy Groom
***Bryan***If only I could have what my heart desires, I would want nothing more than to spend the rest of my life with the woman I love. At first all I ever cared about was toa avenge the death of my pack. After meeting Scarlett everything changed. All that mattered to me was her. It's not surprising that Fate brought us together again after our path once crossed when we were much younger. Now, I'm stuck. Without Scarlett, I'm lost. In less than twenty-four hours, I'll be married to Ingrid. Will be referred to as her husband and as the alpha to the Mo pack. There's nothing much I can do about my situation. Holding onto some of the happy memories with Scarlett was giving me a form of peace. Even while I sat alone thinking of how tomorrow would turn out, I can't help but think about how Scarlett was coping. I heard she's been discharged and is doing great. Knowing she's alive after what Event did is enough to be grateful. "What are you doing?" Max asked, his eyes scanning
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 126: The Battle
***Scarlett***Just as I feared, Holm and the men loyal to Evans began to attack my pack. We had selected an Alpha, Bill, who everyone had agreed to support as the leader of the pack. Sterling never wanted to contest for the Alpha position in the first place, although I would have loved it if he did. He wanted to remain the pack's beta. Holms' attacks had become frequent, so we had to make a plan. One containing the element of surprise. We made a plan and everyone agreed with it. We are to attack the Foss pack before dawn tomorrow. I'm sure they wouldn't be expecting it. The time came for us to storm into the Foss pack house. Bill led us and we carried out our plan successfully. Even though we surprised the Foss with our attack, the battle between our pack was fierce. In the end, my pack emerged victorious. There were a lot of casualties and injured people. Amongst them was Holm who we agreed to take back with us as our captive. I understood that if we were to kill Holm, then muc
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 125: Set for the Battle
***Scarlett***My wound felt tender even though it had almost healed. The hospital had ordered that I should be discharged because I was feeling much better. Sterling greeted me when I set foot into the pack house. So did other of the pack members who were awaiting my return. A few lamented how they had feared for my life when they heard that Evans had kidnapped me and shot me. I was sure they didn't get the whole story because no one was right about what transpired. "We're glad to have you back," Sterling said with a smile. "Although we're still worried because Evans is out there. We don't know what to expect." I nodded, scanning all the faces of those who were waiting to hear me speak out. "We can't let our guards down. Evans is dangerous as long as he is alive. We need to be very vigilant." Sterling nodded in agreement. "What do you suggest we do now? We are yet to have an Alpha. As the daughter of the former Alpha and an Alpha female of our pack we need to hear what your plan
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 124: Painful Goodbye
***Scarlett*** Bryan couldn't let go of my hands. "I want you to promise me something," he whispered, his eyes locked with mine, piercing through them as I tried hard not to cry. I nodded, short of words. I was eager to hear what he wanted to say. My heart pounded heavily. My chest is heavy from anticipation. "Scarlett, my love, if I could choose again in the next life, know that I would choose you," he exhaled deeply. "I want you to promise me that whatever life time we find ourselves, we will find each other again." I whined out of pain. "I understand. I hope we do find each other again. I promise to find you." He leaned down and kissed my forehead, then looked into my eyes again. "Fate has bound me to Alpha Westy. I owe him my life. It's not easy to disobey him. Marrying Ingrid is my way of being grateful to him." "Shh…I understood," I placed a finger on his lips to silence him. "You don't need to say much. I know you're in a tight spot. It's already tough on you
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 123: The Devil Doesn't Give Up
***Scarlett*** I was in a state of panic as I watched Bryan try to save me first. Bryan must have followed his heart because Ingrid was so mad. I was helpless and bound to the chair, but Evans released me wanting us to play the next level of the game. He suddenly pointed the gun at Ingrid. Evans was determined. He wasn't bluffing. I was already angry that Bryan had chosen to save me instead of Ingrid. But seeing the poor lady die because of us was something I couldn't stand and watch. Bryan may not love her but I knew for sure that Ingrid's death was going to ruin him. Bryan was going to be the Mo pack's enemy. I trembled at the thought of Ingrid dying here. This is bad. If Ingrid ends up dead, then that means a bigger problem for Bryan. Alpha Westby might never forgive him. All this started because of me. If there was anyone who had to die, it should be me. I failed at killing Evans. Instead of dying in the fire, I ended up creating a monster. A devil who doesn't give up. Eva
The Crushed Mate Who Struck Back Chapter 122: The Women in His Life
***Bryan*** I couldn't breathe for a moment as I stared at the camera on my phone, my mind reeling with horror. Evans' twisted face leered back at me, his burned and scarred skin making him look like a beast from hell. "Come alone, Bryan," he sneered. "If you want to save either of them." He had said to me laughing evilly. My heart raced as I thought of Scarlett and Ingrid, both of them in Evans' custody. I found myself screaming inside my head. Why can't he just die? Scarlett was so sure that he died in the fire. what is this now? Evans had warned me not to come along with anyone. I promise him I wasn't going to bring anyone with me. I arrived at the destination, my heart pounding in my chest. The first thing I noticed was both Ingrid and Scarlett's scent. I heard a scream come from the building. I was sure he was torturing one of them. This sends me into a frenzy and I growled in anger pushing the door down with my weight. As I entered the dark room, I was taken aback by
