Maliya had said that Alisa was fine, so I felt relieved. I had immediately gone home after she had left. For the rest of the day, I was distracted as I thought about all I discussed with Maliya.Greta had come back and Daciana was in a bad state. If I wanted Daciana to survive, I had to go back to the Merge, taking Batya with me.But I didn't want to do something that would put Batya in danger, and taking her there would be doing exactly that.Wouldn't Greta come for Batya if we returned?What am I supposed to do in a situation like this? How would I–“Are you alright?" Atlas asked, snapping me out of my thoughts.Huh?I raised my head to look at him, realizing that I had zoned out.I looked around the table, feeling embarrassed when I saw Batya and Atlas staring at me."I have been trying to get your attention for a while now, but you weren't paying attention. Are you okay?” He repeated and I nodded my head, brushing him off." Yes, I am,” I said, picking up my spoon. I hadn't told
Atlas's POV The moment I stepped into the house, I instantly felt that something was wrong. My heart started beating faster as I walked deeper into the house. The entire house was quiet and that was unusual. I couldn't hear Batya’s excited voice as she explained something to Heyley as usual, I couldn't hear Heyley replying to Batya’s excited screams. And the fact that I couldn't feel Batya’s magic around like I used to before didn't make things better. It was like they suddenly disappeared. I could tell that no one was home. Did she go out with Batya? But she didn't tell me that she would be going out today. Did something happen? Taking my phone out of my pocket, I dialed Heyley’s number, but it was switched off. That's weird. I couldn't even think of Heyley leaving me and I didn't want to think of how possible that was. Heyley had cried all through the night and she was reluctant to come to work today too. She asked to stay home today and I agreed, hoping that she would feel
_Heyley’s POV_I dropped to a squat before Batya, rubbing her am with my hands. My heart was pounding in my chest as I stared at her.I had left Atlas house without letting him know and I turned my phone off. I knew he was going to call me but this was something I needed to do.When I come back I'd tell him the entire truth., hopefully he would take me back after knowing my secrets. This was something I needed to do unfortunately.Batya had asked me where we were going without Atlas but I didn't answer her question.She didn't even get to say good bye to him and it made me feel bad. What would she think of me after I tell her the truth? What would she think when I tell her that she wasn't my daughter and I had actually taken her from her real mother.“Do you remember the story of the princess I told you about? The one that was taken for her safety? And the two sisters who wanted to be princesses but they were raised by a witch?” I asked her and she nodded. She really loved the stor
Next chapter.Alisa looked pale as she stared at Batya. She looked at me in disbelief then looked at Batya once more, unable to speak.She couldn't believe that who she was staring at was Batya but the clear resemblance was enough proof.“Is that.." she stuttered in shock, taking a step toward us. Alisa looked at me in shock, then looked at Batya who was glaring fiercely at the guards.I hold Batya’s shoulders to calm her. " Remember what we talked about,” i whispered to her and zhe nodded her head softly. She grew sheepish as she looked at the guards.“I'm sorry. But don't come close to my mama,” Batya apologized while warning them.I wanted to smile at hoa protective she was over me, but I was too nervous to do that.I was yet to see Daciana and a part of me was still afraid. I only sent her the letter ahead of time to inform she and Arnou of my return. And I told her of the only reason I was returning and why I had taken Batya.I was hoping that she wouldn't imprison me because I t
Danica walked into the room, standing beside me.“How do you two know about Greta when we have been trying to keep it lowkey?” Yeran asked, he seemed suspicious of me and I couldn't blame him.I looked at him, and my answer came immediately.“That's not important. What is important right now is trying to restore Daciana back to her full health before Greta decides to attack again. If we are unable to do that, then it's of no use, the lycan territory wouldn't be able to stand a chance without that” I told them.“Even though Batya is my daughter, she also has another mother. Is it okay if Batya does the rituals?” Daciana said, her last question was directed at me and I was surprised that she wanted to ask me.Arnou looked angry that Daciana has asked me, ge still hated me for taking his daughter away and calling me her mother didn't sit well with him.He wanted to speak but he looked at Daciana then kept his mouth shut, his love for his wife wouldn't let him say anything to oppose her.
It's been three days since we got here. Danica had said that it was better we do the ritual and be done with it. Nobody knew when Greta would strike again and we could only prepare for when she would come.Batya had agreed to do the rituals with Daciana today and the necessary tools were prepared immediately.I was currently standing outside the ritual room, I peered into the room, watching Daciana performing the rituals.They were sitted around a blue flame that symbolizes Daciana's flame. Batya's hand was on Daciana's over the fire and they both made chants.I had no idea how they were going to do it, but I couldn't help but feel nervous.I didn't want anything to happen to Batya, after all I raised her for almost six years.Seeing that Batya and Daciana were bonding slowly, I couldn't help but feel happy too. If she fully bonded with Daciana who was her real mother, she wouldn't need me any more. I couldn't forget that I had been exiled to the human world. So immediately this was
We would have to go there now to help defend,” Daciana ordered. Arnou wanted to stop her because she wasn't done with th ritual. He suggested to go there without her while she completed the rituals but Daciana wasn't hearing any of it.“But-” Arnou started to say but he is cut off by Daciana's stern gaze.“I understand that you're worried about me. But I can assure you that nothing is going to happen. I have you with, so I'm certain I would be safe,” Daciana said, holding his hands tightly.“Are we going with Batya?”. I asked them and they both turned their attention to me.'i would hate to bring her into a battle field at such a Young age, but it seems like we have no choice,” Daciana said and I nodded my head slowly.Batya was much stronger than I was, so I wasn't worried about her getting hurt.Arnou sent a message to the Alphas closer to us, requesting for assistance. Greta was a general problem that everyone needed to handle.“Let's get going,” Arnou said and we all left.It took
All eyes turned to me just after he called my name. I looked away from the table, avoiding looking at him.Atlas clears his throat and goes back to what he was saying.Feeling Daciana's eyes on me, I turned my attention back to Atlas who kept looking back at me.I could see the hurt in his eyes whenever he looked at me but I chose to avert my gaze.His mate who was sitting beside him squinted her eyes at me.I watched her as she looked between Atlas and I, a million thoughts visibly running through her mind.It was obvious that she was curious about who I was, because Atlas clearly didn't tell her about me.PBut who would tell their mate that they got married in the human world?Danica turned her head to me, looking between Atlas and I.I prayed she wouldn't ask anything concerning me cause I wasn't ready to answer.“Isn't that your husband? He's a wolf? And he has a mate too?” Danica asked me surprised.I swallowed a lump in my throat, keeping my eyes forward.I felt Daciana eyes on
Chapter one hundred and two Atlas pov I ran with the speed of light to Denise's room and she was jerking off with foam-like substance coming out of her mouth .“Run , quickly send word to the nurse, I can't afford to lose her", I said to the maid .She ran with her tiny legs and in no time she was out of sight, Janet and Anna came into the room when Denise was more relaxed .“What's happening to her again?Janet asked ." I don't know, I can't tell a lot has been happening to us all”, I said.The nurse came in no distant time,she was busy with Denise for quite a while, I wondered what she was doing." How is she doing?" I asked ." She is fine, I have been able to stabilize her", she said ." That's what you said the last time, Is she going to come out of this alive?”, I asked with anger written all over my face. “Yes, most definitely", she replied.“I'll take your word for it, however if she doesn't make it out alive I'll have you to blame and I'll have you arrested and thrown ins
Chapter one hundred and oneHeyley's pov I walked through the forest majestically. I didn't want to run as I was. I was lost in my thoughts, when things seemed to be getting better for me and Atlas and then boom the worse things happened. I admired the trees and beautiful nature as I walked past the forest.No It was noon and I had gotten to Arnou's palace and I met him addressing the guards just right outside , his eyes met mine .“Heyley, it's been ages”, he said ."I know, how have you been doing?" I asked."We are all just here , the moon goddess has been protecting us and we bless her for that”, he replied."I'm happy for you, is Dianacia asleep, where is Bayta?”, I asked.Bayta usually runs to hug me whenever she hears my voice but this time it was quite strange. I have been outside here for quite a while and she hasn't come.“I think they are inside, they probably didn't hear your voice”, Anour replied.I went into the house, nothing had changed, I could only imagine the pea
Chapter one hundred Atlas pov This time there was a lot of blood gushing out of his legs, I ran towards him and immediately he turned to his wolf, we were having a really fatal fight.“Stop it, stop it Altas", Heyley cried out.I could hear her cry from where I was but I couldn't back done I was going to show Liam that he messed with the wrong set for family, this time the house was burning and the fire was gradually moving slowly into the main building, I guess the remaining men that came with Liam realized their mistakes they helped Heyley, and the others put off the fire, however Liam and I continued fighting roughly, this time I had bitten him on his neck and he was bleeding profusely, he fell flat to the ground, the crowd who were focused on putting off the fire were now on us.The men ran towards Liam's bleeding wolf. He was losing a lot of blood and he was dying. At this point I started to regret my actions in every fight with him.“You want to kill him like you killed his ma
Chapter ninety nine Atlas povI looked at Anna in disbelief, I wondered whether that could be the reason she had been acting up around Denise, I was so shocked by this new revelation.Ok“Anna, do you have the slightest idea of what you are talking about", I asked her with my eyes wide open .“Come off it Altas, I am not delusional, I know what I am talking about", she said with so much confidence.“How I'm I not sure you are making this up, we all know that your family has malicious intent towards this Denise girl and now that it is time to do right by her, you come out with this false accusations, why didn't say all these things before she was delivered of her baby", Elder Will asked.I knew it would be difficult for any of them to believe Anna, but I sure do believe her because Anna is one person who is always ready to state where one is wrong, she is a fearless woman, I looked at Elder Will skeptically as made these statements about Anna."Let's not jump into conclusion, I know t
[29/06/2024, 5:09:10 PM] Mumu Number One🥹🥰: Chapter ninety Eight Atlas pov I ran out of the room as fast as my legs could carry, I could never have imagined that Denise would try and take her own life. Was it the loss of the baby that was causing her unbearing attitude?Immediately I entered her room I saw her jerking on the bed .“What the hell, why would she do this to herself if someone calls the nurse” I yelled .The maid ran out hastily and just immediately Heyley came into the room.“Get Janet for me", I said to Heyley .Before she could even leave the room Janet and Anna were already in the room.“Was no one with her when she did this to herself"? Janet asked.“I don't think so," I replied.“ I really do not know why you all are bothering yourself with someone who doesn't want to live any more can't you all see that she is traumatized with the loss of her baby, she certainly deserves what karma is giving to her after all", Anna said sarcastically.“What Anna, I urge you t
Chapter ninety seven Heyley's pov I looked at Atlas my eyes bewildered, I couldn't seem to comprehend the news he just broke to me, “B… but you gave me your words, you told me that Denise's condition won't stop us from getting married, why the change of heart all of a sudden”? I asked ."It's not me, it's the elders who want me to marry Denise, but I declined, however they are threatening to take me down if I don't , I seriously do not know what to do now Hayley I need you now more than ever”, Atlas said as he squeezed my hands tightly."Make up your mind Atlas, I'm tired of this rigmarole, this minute you want this and the next minute you want that, I have feelings too so i don't expect you to play with them”, I said in a harsh tone ." I promise to fix it Heyley, it's you I want, … . I really, before he could finish talking the maid cut him off.“Sir, please Luna wants to see you”, she said as she bowed her head ." Luna, I scoffed .“You all should suit yourself", I said as I w
CHAPTER NINETY six Atlas pov I stood in complete shock as Denise fell down to the ground, I was unable to move my hands, they were all numb, I couldn't do anything to help her ,I watched as Janet ran towards Denise holding her in her arms "She is bleeding, we need to get help as quickly as possible, someone please call the midwife", Janet screamed at the top of her voice .The maid ran out quickly to fetch the midwife and she was back without wasting time .The midwife held Denise in her arm, and checked her pulse rate."She is still breathing, what happened to her?", She asked ."S…she fell through the stairs and she started bleeding", I stuttered as the words came out of mouth."You shouldn't have let her come down, she needs a lot of bedrest and moving from one place to another can only trigger bleeding, she is not strong enough to move", the midwife cautioned .I turned to Liam, anger and fire raged through me but I didn't know what to do"This is all your fault, so much fo
Chapter ninety five Atlas pov “That's not possible, how does the death of the baby affect Heyley and I and besides the earlier we get married, the earlier we can make more heirs' ', I said to him."This isn't about making more heirs, it's about doing what's right, paying homage to the dead”, he replied."Fine, it's just three months and we are out of there”. I said .I walked out on him and went to the room, I was really pissed, how am I expected to break this news to Heyley .One minute we are on the right track the next minute all our plans just fall off .Heyley noticed my worried face when I entered the room. “Is everything alright?” she asked“No, they do not want us to get married just yet because of the death of the baby", I replied.“What, that's not fair , how does our wedding affect the already buried child ?" She asked.“Same thing I asked, but apparently it is tradition , don't worry we'll be married in no time it's just three months", I said .She looked at me in disbe
Chapter ninety four Atlas pov .I woke up in Janet's arms, with water littered all over my face , I searched everywhere with my eyes and I found that the midwife was still here .“Tell me this is not true?", I asked.“I'm sorry, she said and left the house .I could see Liam sobbing from his corner. Heyley and Janet helped me stand and put me on the chair .“Karma is a bitch", Anna scoffed as she tried to stand .On hearing her statement I got really angry . “Anna, why would you say something so insensitive in such a critical situation", I yelled at her.“Forgive me brother, it must have been a slip of tongue", she said in a sarcastic tone .“Is this a joke to you, are all my affairs a joke to you Anna?, that you should talk this way at the loss of a child, you have always been insensitive from day one, you care about nobody but yourself, you want everyone to do your bidding but I'm sorry to disappoint you I am your elder brother and you will do my bidding not the other way round,