KLAUS' POV“Your Majesty, King Klaus, thank you for joining us on such short notice, but I hope you understand why this is urgent” one of the elders began.Noon crept up faster than I expected. Before I knew it, I was standing before the council members. Their faces, grim and set in stone, betrayed nothing but disapproval. Not a single smile, not a flicker of empathy. They sat in a half-circle, eyes on me as if they’d already passed judgment.“I have no problem with anyone here, but having meetings behind my back is an insult to my position” I started squaring my shoulders bracing myself for whatever they threw my way.“Your brother has as much right as you to schedule a meeting- if you can call it that. He just wanted to talk”“This is still my palace, everything is to go through me first” I retorted, angry by the way they dismissed the issue like it wasn't a serious offense.“That is an issue for another day. Today we've gathered to discuss the crown and the lies you've been feeding
Kayla's POVKain’s arm slipped around my waist as if it had always belonged there, his grip firm but casual. “Smart choice,” he murmured, lips close to my ear. A shiver ran through me, but I forced a smile.I had to convince Kain I was on his side to unravel the chaos I created. The King wouldn't understand my intentions now, but it had to be done.“You look a bit pale. I know this is a lot to take in so take your time” Kain implored, leading me down the hall.“No… I mean… Can I stay in your room?” I muttered trying to make my tone sound casual.“Why?” Kain questioned, eyeing me suspiciously.“The King is angry, he might try something” I whispered, feigning fear.“You don't have to worry about him, he wouldn't hurt you” Kain tried convincing me but I persisted.“You don’t understand,” I muttered, feigning a tremor in my voice. “I’m scared to go back to my quarters... the King could be there waiting…” My voice trailed off, leaving the implication hanging between us.“Well, very soon,
Kayla's POVI forced down the urge to puke as I stared at the album. He had a family all this time and he kept flirting with me.I didn't doubt the King's word for a minute when he said Kain was just using me to spite him, but now I felt utterly disgusted.Footsteps echoed in the hallway, snapping me back to reality. I quickly shut the album, placing it exactly where I found it, then hurried back to the chair by the window. My heart pounded, fingers trembling slightly as I forced myself to appear calm.The door opened, and Kain stepped in, his confident smirk plastered across his face like he owned the room— and everyone in it. He glanced at me, his eyes searching mine as if he could read my every thought. I swallowed hard, pretending like nothing had changed, but it felt like a million things had shifted in the few minutes he’d been gone.I had to leave."I should go back to my room," I blurted out, my voice barely steady. His eyes narrowed slightly, but I stood up quickly, cutting o
Kayla's POV“Klaus please-““You have no right to call me that!” The King roared, the aura of his anger made the guards who held him step back.“I don't want this false pretense. I don't know what game you're playing and honestly I do not care. Stay away from me Kayla or I'll do something both of us will regret” I took a step back, feeling a tear slip through my lashes. I shook my head trying to shut out the agony I felt.“What's with the delay? I want to be out of here” The King urged the guards, clenching his jaw.“No!” My voice cracked as I pushed against their broad shoulders. “Stop! You can’t do this! He doesn't deserve this”The guards hesitated, their faces pale, through my blurry vision I could see the struggle in their eyes. They were also aware this was unfair.“If you don't toss this girl aside and take me to the dungeons I will go and lock myself in” The King spat he didn’t look at me again. He just kept walking, his steps steady, as if he had already accepted his fate.“Y
Kayla’s POV“Why would he do that?” I wondered, my voice barely above a whisper.“You tell me Kayla, why would a man who ‘hates’ you willingly put his life on the line to save you?” Those were the last words from the lady before she walked away.My heart pounded against my ribs, the anxiety eating at me. Now more than ever I had to save him.Before I knew it I found myself in the pack's hospital. I approached the doctor’s office and knocked gently.“Come in” I heard from inside before reaching for the door knob and stepping in. The doctor glanced up from her paperwork, leaning back in her chair. She didn’t look surprised to see me, though her expression was unreadable especially since she wore glasses.“I’m really sorry for coming here on such short notice but I really need your help,” I began. “The nurse who conducted the DNA tests I need to find her.”The doctor’s lips pressed into a thin line as she shook her head. “I’m sorry. That’s not something I can help with. The nurse in ques
Kayla's POV "Go Kayla, go and be with Kain. He is the man you chose. Keep the baby safe" the King whispered, stepping away till the Shadows swallowed him. "I'll find another way I promise" I vowed, the King stayed silent and after a while it was clear he wouldn't respond. Weakly, I left the dungeons placing a second DNA test as my plan B. Klaus couldn't give up so easily, especially since he was behind bars to keep me safe, I would have enough faith for both of us if he wasn't ready to fight. I would no matter what. I followed the stairway back to the buzzing activity of the pack house thinking about other options when his scent caught my nostrils. "Kayla," Kain’s voice rang out. “Where have you been?" I turned, making sure to keep my hand casually at my side hiding the syringe. For a moment seeing him- his resemblance to the King made me mad. The King should be the one out here walking around freely not him. “Kayla?” Kain spoke again as I remained silent. I shook my head
Kayla's POV“This… isn't funny… don't do this please” Not sure if anyone could hear me. I pressed my back against the door, my vision was tainted and I could barely see a thing.I couldn't tell where the fire started, but there was a strong smell of petrol that filled the air, and my throat began to tighten almost instantly. Whoever did this… it wasn’t an accident. Someone had set this room on fire purposefully.Did Kain do this? Was that why he mentioned the room knowing I would walk into his trap?Why go through all this trouble so he could burn me alongside his brother's first mate's memory?I couldn't think straight. Luckily, the room was large but it would only be a matter of time before the fire would reach me.Fear crawled through my veins forcing me toward the door, slamming my fists against the hard surface.“Help! Please, someone!” My voice cracked, coughing frantically, the stench clawing at my lungs swallowed by the roar of the growing flames. The air was thickening with s
Kayla's POV“Kayla…”I turned quickly, breathless, my head snapped to the side, my eyes scanning the room simultaneously but all I could see was darkness.I couldn't feel my body, my legs, my arms, I couldn't even speak.“Help…”The voice came again. This time, it was so soft, almost fragile, like a breeze that touched the edges of my mind. I squinted, trying to see something, anything. But nothing moved except that sound, like it was coming from everywhere and nowhere all at once.Then, in the darkness, I saw her. A woman, her hair dark like shadows, wild and desperate. Her face was etched with sorrow, her lips trembling as she pleaded for something. "Please, my baby... save my child." Her voice shattered in the stillness, full of agony. I felt it ripple through me, her grief, her fear.I reached out toward her, but the darkness swallowed her whole, her cries fading into nothing.And then it was gone. All of it.I shot up, gasping, my skin damp with sweat. My body felt heavy, like I
Author's POVIt felt like his head was under water and he could barely breathe. It was a bit ironic that he could solve a lot of problems in the pack but was clueless on how to help her. The look of disappointment when he stepped in alone would forever haunt him."Do you want anything?" he offered, instead of giving in to her request. He crouched slightly, trying to catch her gaze.Kayla didn’t move, her eyes fixed on the ceiling. Her expression was distant, as if the weight of the world rested on her shoulders alone."Kayla." His tone softened, almost pleading. "Talk to me. Anything. Yell if you need to, but don’t sit there like this. It’s... unsettling."Her lips twitched, but not into a smile. "I’m tired, Raymond," she murmured, her voice barely audible. "I just want to go home."His jaw clenched as he straightened, frustration bubbling beneath his calm exterior. “I get that, but you’re still here for a reason. The doctor hasn’t cleared you yet.”But that wasn’t the reason he didn’
Kayla's POVI had no more tears left to cry.“You are nothing special”His words kept echoing in my ears like a haunting melody I couldn’t shake off. What really hurt was that a part of me knew—fuck, I knew he wasn’t wrong.I was nothing special. I was just a girl who happened to be lucky enough to fall into the arms of the King and fall pregnant. it was as simple as that.“No Kayla, it’s not” Silver interjected sharply. I jumped a little, still not used to a second voice in my head.“You have done so much for him, he doesn’t get to treat you this way” she continued and a small part of me agreed to it yet that was just our side of the story.If only I hadn’t be stupid enough to believe I was more… if only I stopped myself from falling so hard for him.An unrequited love was just a lover’s hell and I was burning here with the devil herself.When I reached my room, the door felt heavier than usual as I pushed it open, my body trembling. The moment it clicked shut behind me, the sobs I’d
Klaus' POVIt felt like I was losing my mind.What was wrong with me?I tried to recall the way her eyes used to light up, the warmth that would surge through me whenever she entered a room. Now staring at her, all I felt was... nothing. No spark, no pull. Just a cold emptiness where there should have been fire. I clenched my fists, feeling my nails dig into my palms. Why had things turned so sour between us?The memory of her and Ethan crawled back just before she stepped in, uninvited. My teeth ground together, jaw aching from the pressure.We’ve been through this. Logically,I knew I shouldn't even be thinking about it but despite how hard I tried to push the thoughts away they kept coming back!I was questioning who she really was, if the babies she carried were mine and it was driving me insane.I squeezed my eyes shut, running a hand through my hair. These thoughts were dumb, I tried to convince myself. But that nagging voice wouldn’t quit. It taunted me, reminding me of the fake
KAYLA’s POVBeep. Beep.My phone buzzed with a notification.A frustrated sigh escaped my lips as my eyes shifted from the ceiling I’d been staring at, trying to shake off the remnants of the conversation with Klaus. The training grounds were basically empty and without Raymond I couldn’t concentrate, speaking of the devil his name popped up as I stared at my screen.Opening it, a laugh slipped past my lips before I could stop it—a ridiculous gif of him stared back at me with one eyebrow raised, lips twisted into something resembling a wink.Raymond joking was the last thing I expected but I welcomed the distraction.I typed back, what’s with that face? You should smile more.Barely a minute passed before I heard a knock.It was definitely not Klaus because he wouldn’t knock.“Come in!” I yelled out hoping it was Azel, who was basically the only person I could think of that would help my miserable state.But it wasn’t her instead a surprise stepped in grinning like the emoji he sent.
Kayla's POV“I've never liked that bitch” Silver muttered within me and I couldn't help but smile.“I see why you're my wolf” I replied when suddenly I paused- my hand instinctively moved to my belly as a sharp pang hit me.I stopped in the hallway, the world spinning for a second. A salty taste crept into my mouth, like I had bitten into something bitter. My throat tightened, and I swallowed hard, trying to calm the rapid thud of my heart. Something wasn’t right.I felt nauseous.Breathe, Kayla. Just breathe.But the discomfort only worsened as I forced myself forward. I barely reached my room when a stabbing pain shot through me, enough to make me gasp. Panic surged. I leaned against the doorframe, trying to steady myself, sweat dampening my palms.“Help!” My voice came out strained, barely more than a whisper. “Someone please help!”“Luna Kayla” someone yelled rushing to my side, I could barely register the face of who came to my heed but I was grateful.“I... I need help,” I manag
Kayla’s POVThe tears started falling before I even realized it. My chest tightened, each sob coming out as a painful gasp for air.“She left me there, she abandoned me” I croaked out, my heart feeling heavy.“She did it to protect you,” Silver whispered in my mind, her voice gentle, like a comforting breeze against my skin.I wanted to believe that. I had to. But the ache in my chest was unbearable. For so long, I’d believed my parents were dead, that I’d been spared from some type of accident but that wasn't the case.She had left me at their doorstep, she took my wolf and left me vulnerable,But at what cost?A sob escaped me, the kind that leaves your throat sore. I could taste the salt of my tears on my lips, and feel them slip down my cheeks and onto my skin. My hands shook as I wiped at my face, but the tears wouldn’t stop. My chest heaved, desperate to catch a breath, but each inhale only brought more memories.“Why didn’t she tell me?” I whispered, my voice barely audible ove
Kayla's POV“Kayla you're acting like a child.” Klaus calIed out behind me stopping me in my tracks.I never thought I could feel so much anger that I couldn’t breathe, I looked around, hoping this was a dream seeing Raymond changing out of his clothes. He looked like he didn't want any smoke and letting us deal with the issue ourselves.“You're unbelievable, Klaus” I snarled, crossing my arms.“I'm just saying you're acting a bit irrational here”Irrational?Irrational??It took a lot not to cross the room and punch him so hard he swallowed his words.“I'm sorry I find it a bit hurtful the only reason you're alive is because I risked my fucking life for you and you don't give a damn, rather you're accusing me!”“We're talking about a baby Kayla, the kid is innocent in all of this” Klaus retorted like I was bothering him.“Yes but I'm not, right? I'm the one who forged DNA reports. You are beyond reasoning with and I have better things to do” I turned around to leave but I stopped tur
Kayla’s POVSteam rose from the tub as I sank deeper into the water, letting it wrap around me like a cocoon. I thought a bath would help but I still felt as shitty as before.A knock on the bathroom door pulled me out of my thoughts. Azel stepped inside with a tray of food, her eyes twinkling with something and I could immediately tell she had some new gossip to spill.“Anything interesting today?” I asked, though I already knew where this conversation would lead.“Oh, just the usual palace chatter,” Azel said, setting the tray down on the side table. “You have been through so much, we need you well and rested.” Azel tried to shift the conversation.“No Azel it's fine. whatever you have to say I can take it” I said, sinking deeper into the tub so only my head was on the surface, my hair spreading through the water like tentacles.Azel walked up to the bath, splashing water, unable to meet my gaze before speaking.“It's Lily”I stiffened, my fingers gripping the edge of the tub, guess
Klaus' POVThose few days in the jail cell didn't seem so bad now. Being reappointed as Alpha after Kain made his division and managed to get people on his side wasn't an easy journey and now there was another baby on the way.It was one I didn't expect but one I couldn't turn my back on. I knew Kayla was right and sooner or later I would find a reason why trusting Lily was a bad idea but I was hurting Kayla in the process.Hopefully, this was all a game Lily was trying to play but funny enough if it came to that, I won't get mad but rather I’d be relieved.“Your majesty, good morning” Lily wore a long velvet red gown that stopped below her ankles, she looked beautiful truly, Lily was a sight to behold.“You called for me Alpha” she continued since I remained quiet I blinked back to the present, my eyes narrowing as I wondered what just happened.“Yes… I ehm we're going to the hospital” I voiced trying to keep my voice steady.The corners of her lips curved into a smile like I asked h