Esme's POVI met Silvan just outside the board room the moment I left the room. His eyes gleamed with excitement as he made to hold my hand.The door opened and Mark hurried outside, some files in hand."Miss Esme, a word please" he requested, quickening his steps to meet up with me.A sense of recognition flashed across his eyes the moment he saw Silvan next to me. He instantly bowed, "Your Highness, I didn't realise you have come over to the human city as well"Silvan kept a stoic face, "Is that what you have come to say to Lady Esme? Get on with it already" he returned coldly. I had to send him a warning glance from the corners of my eyes, what's the point of being so rude?"Right away, Miss Esme it's about the report of the project so far. You should take a look.”"Certainly, is it ready now?" I returned with anticipation."How about tomorrow? Some information still needs to be compiled and also, you have a meeting with the CEO of one of the companies who are also interested in
Esme's POVSilvan left the next morning with promises to return as soon as the function was over.The previous night had been a memorable one for me.As I stood in front of the mirror studying my reflection, I couldn't help but notice the vivid hickeys Silvan had left on my skin.A warm blush spread across my cheeks as I caressed the diamond necklace he had gifted me last night fondly, it was a reminder of the passionate night we had shared.I left the bathroom to prepare for work when I received a notification on my phone and so proceeded to access it.It's been a smooth process working with the team on the unifying project to provide the human government with a database. The team was composed of both Lycans and humans while my own team for the first project had werewolves in higher numbers than humans. But despite the fact that we are not the same, we worked diligently with unity, our differences not posing a threat to make us slag behind.Besides, the humans could not discern tha
Esme's POV"Gather everyone" I told Mark as soon as I rounded up my discussion with Mr. KaneWhile he worked on getting the team together for a brief meeting as I requested, I made sure to go through my jottings while in the meeting that was just concluded.Together we drove towards the meeting venue and on our arrival, the team members settled around the table.I stood in the middle of the room, my face stern and void of any friendly demeanour.Everyone seemed to notice my mood since it was clearly unusual and were curious to know what might be up with it.Silence hung in the room as the members exchanged glances, waiting for me to start speaking.I took a moment to gather my thoughts as I prepared to address the team."I'm convinced you are all aware of what day today is and how important it is to the team" I started off.From the tone of my voice, one can tell how serious whatever I have come to address is."As team leader and representative to the Morak corporation at large, I am
Silvan's POVI found myself checking my wrist watch repeatedly as I awaited Esme's arrival from work.Just this evening, an unexpected emergency came up at the empire and my immediate presence was needed to solve the issue.No matter how hard I thought about excuses that could prevent me from going back home, the only solution remained on my returning back to the Lycan empire.Besides, duty called and I was bound to answer because the responsibilities that came with my position as the Alpha of the pack was non-negotiable. With the intention to create a memorable experience for Esme before my departure to the Lycan empire, I had gone out earlier this evening to purchase variety of items ranging from bright exquisite flowers, to accessories and chocolates.As a matter of fact, I purchased everything that could make Esme happy that I could think of.I also ordered some good meal and had skilled professionals decorate the rooftop of the hotel to look like we were having an actual date.S
Esme's POVThe lady had just returned the document to me when I got a clearer view of her face. My eyes widened in surprise, "Amy?"She turned to me too, her features mirroring mine. Time seemed to stand still as recognition dawned upon her."Esme.. it's you.. sister" her voice came out shaky and choked with emotions.Tears welled up in my eyes as I hugged her tightly, feeling the warmth of her embrace. It had been two months since I last saw Amy, my younger sister. Though not related by blood, she was taken into the Howell family by my father and we grew up together.The memories of our times together back at the pack flooded my mind as tears of joy rolled down my cheeks.Because of Calvin's silly pronouncement that day on the new moon festival, we had grown apart, both physically and emotionally. But she was here now and I couldn't help my curiosity to know how much had changed and what remained the same in the pack house. Finally breaking out of the hug, I took a better look a
Esme's POVConvinced that there was nothing left on my schedule for the day, I urged Amy to follow me back to the hotel.She readily agreed given that we've missed each other and there was still a lot of catching on to do.I made sure she took off that ugly Janitor's uniform and changed into the outfit she wore to work, a simple plaid skirt and a tank top.She had revealed to me that she did not have a room or house of her own and had been squatting with a kind human she met on her first day here in her small house.Looking at Amy's condition, I couldn't help but blame myself over and over for not making arrangements to see to her comfort as soon as I left the pack.Amy is the only family I have left and it is my responsibility to ensure her safety and well-being.We may have not grown up with a mother figure given that we never knew her identityBut growing up, I've always felt this motherly instinct towards Amy, and as I realised that she had been suffering all these while since I l
Silvan's POVI received information from the men I secretly put in charge of Esme's safety that she reunited with a relative of hers earlier that day.From the description that was sent to me, there was no doubt it was Amy, her adopted sister who had been declared missing a few weeks after Esme left the pack.More like, weeks after the incompetent fool, Calvin banished herI knew about Amy's disappearance from the werewolves from the vicious canine pack that I placed in Howell's pack to monitor every activity until Esme was ready to take her legal place.On several occasions, the guards had sent me complaints of missing wolves of which Amy was later included in the list.I did not let Esme know however because I didn't want her to worry so much given their closeness and bond.But I had made the resolution to make time to go down to Howell Pack one of these days to see things for myself.The guards had also informed me that Esme and Amy would be going around the human world for some fu
Silvan's POV"Invite four different truth finders from all over the Lycian empire. This matter can only be judged in their presence and based on their observation after hearing both sides of the story. This exercise will take place in the courtroom where the other members of the pack's council will be present to offer their own views" I announced and walked out of the room.I know very well that Esme has nothing to do with this attack but with Sophie's contradictory comments, I am left with no choice but to go to every length to see that the matter is looked into again.Sophie was led to the courtroom by Kathie and another servant who supported her on both sides. Though I felt her actions were pretentious, I didn't want to be quick to judge. Moreover, she might actually be in serious pain.Lois and Draco came running a few minutes later, their brows raised in confusion and curiosity as well."There are rumours that Sophie brought up the topic of the attack again after she woke up. W
Esme’s POVSilvan carried me back to his room and laid me gently on the bed. He tried to get off me but I wrapped my arms around his neck and pulled him closer to me. I still couldn't believe that he was alive.I stared deep into his eyes and felt tears almost building up in mine.He ran his hands lovingly through my locks and kissed my forehead softly.“I missed you so much, Silvan. I was so worried. I thought that I would never…”" Shhhh,” he said hushing me gently. "I am here now. I'm just glad that you are safe. I was just as worried as you and I feared that you would never wake up again.”He kissed me tentatively on the lips and I groaned softly as his soft tongue wrapped around mine. Being asleep for almost three weeks was more than enough time to make me crave his touch hungrily. I missed him, and now that I had him, I wanted him deep inside me.He pulled away and stroked my locks.“You should get some rest. Your bruises still need to heal and I'll ask the maids to get you so
Chapter 135Esme's POV I felt very hungry in my sleep and had to force my eyes open. Not expecting to be met with so much brightness, I squinted my eyes to slowly adjust to the light in the room. I stared out the window, different thoughts running through my mind. I recognize the room as the one I shared with Silvan back at the empire."Silvan!" I suddenly called and sprung out of the bed. My thoughts were correct, I was back home at the palace, but how?Images of how I had witnessed everyone die flashed in my head and I quickly hurried out of the room."Silvan!" I called again but got no response."Rue!""Paul!""Amy!" There was nobody in sight even as I called Their names, I began to wonder if I was in a dream."My Lady" someone called from behind and I turned to see Odelia, the young maid whom Silvan had once made to attend to each of my needs.Instinctively, I pulled her in a hug, my heart palpitating in trepidation. Feeling her body on mine made me realize that this was realit
Chapter 134Esme's POVMy heart wrenched in pain as I screamed out my lungs. Silvan lay on the floor, blood oozing from his lips and the cuts on his face.Tears poured out of my eyes as I stared at Silvan's limp body on the cold floor. The exchange of gunshots had seized as everyone stared at Silvan's body as if in a trance. Mustering the last energy I had left in me, I pulled on the chains on my hands with all my strength. Seeing Silvan's state seemed to fuel my energy as I felt myself break out of the chains that were used to hold me down.Pushing Lois's already cold body away, I quickly rushed to Silvan's side, not minding the fact that my chest was not properly covered.I scooped him in my arms, his blood soiling my clothes entirely. "Someone call the ambulance!" I yelled desperately, rubbing my hands on his."My King" I called tearfully, my voice croaky and filled with pain.He smiled sadly, "I'm sorry I broke my promise" he whispered, his eyes peering into mine."Who cares abo
Chapter 133Esme's POV With every passing second, I felt weaker and weaker. My heart was palpitating with fear and my body longed to be released from the binds that held me down.I could hear Kane laughing hysterically and closed my eyes in pain. A drop of tear slipped out of my eye as I clenched my jaws to keep the pain in.As if on cue, the door burst open and a fiery-looking Silvan barged in alongside Doran and Paul. There were a whole lot of guards that came in with him too and they were fully armed.I wasn't expecting it but just as they entered, Kane's men took their stance as well. The two groups pointed guns at each other, staring at themselves eyeball to eyeball.I heard Kane hiss from his seat beside my bed, "What a party pooper. I wasn't expecting you until I drained her empty" he complained with an eye roll.Silvan eyes instantly widened as they fell on me, "What are you doing to her?" He demanded and started rushing towards Kane who quickly began to yank the wires out of
Chapter 132Silvan's POVI waited patiently for the report on the plate number I had asked them to run. I was starting to slowly lose my patience as it was becoming too difficult to locate where Daniel was hiding my Esme."Your Highness, I'm afraid the plate number does not exist" one of the men reported, "it wasn't registered under any company and so the culprit must have used it as a means of distraction""Damn! So what's next?"Sophie was led inside the room, she curtsied politely, "Greetings Alpha, you sent for me"I made to grab her hands but stopped midway and glared dangerously at her."What do you know about Kane of Hammock Corporation?""Mr. Kane?""Is there any other Kane you have been intimate with?" I slammed impatiently.Her face turned red with embarrassment at my outburst, I instantly realized my fault and cleared my throat noisily, "Come with me," I said simply, moving out of the room. She followed without complaint at once."Now, do you remember the Kane I am talking
Chapter 131Esme's POVI felt something twitch in my body and slowly opened my eyes."I'm alive?" I asked in my mind and slowly looked around my sides. Though the room was dimly lit, I could hear the beeping of a machine beside me."You are awake finally"I could recognize his annoying voice from miles away, I turned my head towards Kane's direction. Amidst the injury he had sustained from me, he had an excited look on his face"Where am I?" I demanded coldly."Heaven" he replied with an evil cackle.I gave him a proper stare to see that he has some wires attached to his body and then it hit me, I was still in that damned room and on the bed he had flung me on.But I thought he shot me, how come I am still living?"It wasn't a real bullet" he answered as if reading my thoughts, "it's a sedative dart"I winced as I felt something leave my body, Kane smiled broadly, "I have been waiting for you to wake up since. The procedure can only be successful when you are awake.You are not like
Chapter 130Silvan's POVI paced about the lounge in worry, my mind racing in thoughts as I wondered why Daniel decided to do something as treacherous as this.I knew he worked for Diane but she seems not to know a single thing about this operation.One of the men who were working on tracking Daniel down hurried toward me and bowed respectfully."Alpha, we can't seem to find his coordinates. As for your phone, the tracker was deactivated so it is not possible to trace where it might be"I banged the table beside me in rage, "did the traitor disappear with the air? Why is no one finding something that might lead us to him?""We proceeded to ask around the palace for whoever might have seen him leaving but no one seemed to have noticed. Also, he did not take any of the palace cars, else it would have been easy to track the automobile down.""How about the CCTV footage of the palace gates? He must have left through the exit, he didn't disappear, did he?""Of course not, Your Highness" Th
Chapter 129Esme's POV"Stop right there or I will blow your Lycan brains out!" Someone commanded behind me and I froze.I raised my hands in surrender and gulped down nothing. "Good girl, now turn around really slowly and see the surprise awaiting you" the voice added and I did as I was instructed."Kane?" "Surprise! I hope you are happy to see me, sweetheart?" He returned with a wicked glint in his eyes.I gave him a confused stare and turned to Daniel who was still whimpering in pain, they are working together?"What are you doing here? I thought you were still at the resort even after I left" Kane shrugged, his gun still pointing at me and his eyes sharp in case I make any funny movement, "What can I say? I know my way around. Besides, I have lived here longer than you nasty creatures" he replied and started walking towards me."Nasty? Who the heck is this filthy human?" Ira snarled in my head.Kane's eyes lingered on Daniel's body on the floor for some seconds and gleamed wit
Chapter 128Esme's POVDaniel stopped in front of a building and without waiting to even see what kind of building it was, I hurried out of the car and inside the open door, screaming Silvan's name."Silvan!" I called out in panic and heard no response, the space was eerily quiet and I stopped in my tracks, taking my time to slowly observe my environment.There was no one in sight, the only item in the room was a single bed and stool beside the bed. It looked like a sick bed but there was nobody on it.Ira was on full alert, she began to trace Silvan's scent around the dimly lit room but he was nowhere in sight. The closing of the door made me spin around to see Daniel holding a bat and staring at me ferociously. I looked into his eyes and gasped at how emotionless it looked.He slowly locked the door while keeping his eyes pinned on me,"Silvan isn't here, is he?" I asked in a calm tune, my eyes watching his grip on the bat and the cold look on his face, he shrugged and moved the ba