Emeril's grip on my dress loosen as she fell back on the floor, sobbing.I don't care what it is she has to say and I don't want to know either.My wolf seems calm hearing what she just said.I smiled outwardly and my heart leaped for joy also.I looked at Caleb and I could see shock written all over his face.I'm glad he finally gets it now. I'm glad he finally gets why I had hit her like that back there.And from what I know, he regretted it now.I think he puts the puzzle together that I'm his Luna, sorry...was his Luna..ex Luna." Luna" he called out softly, looking remorseful of his action.Of course he should be. He dare lay his hands on me.I might not be his Luna anymore but I still deserve some respect from him, and he should show me that.I shouldn't blame him but I would because he isn't even supposed to hit a lady.He was now so remorseful that I felt my heart race.He's not only loyal but calm and gentle aloe.Seeing how he apologized immediately, i can tell also that he'
Uriah's Pov;We all await the judgement Alpha Darren is to pass but none came out of his mouth.We were anticipating it and even praying the punishment would be mild, but his next words left us stunned" Is this the way to welcome our guest fellas" he finally said to ease the tension between us and when I raised my gaze, it turns out to be Alpha Levi and his mate.What exactly is going on? I wasn't expecting that.I raised my head to take a peep at first but then brought it up after that.Emeril and Caleb did so also. I gazed at the people in front of me, wondering what was going on.From the look of things Alpha Darren wasn't angry or anything that we had thought of.They were all smiling at us and that made me uncomfortable, especially.I had calm down and was now a bit relax, although I still think of what I'll do next but I decided it's now time to keep it down.I still don't know if Alpha Darren is gonna punish us or not.Will he even do that? Is not like we did something very ba
The atmosphere turned cold when Alpha Levi revealed the truth.Uriah buried his head in shame and anger.Anger because she couldn't believe Nabita would go to that extent. She couldn't believe she could go to the extent of kidnapping and blackmailing... playing with people's lives and emotions just to get what she wants.And shame, because she was blinded by anger and had acted stupidly and rashly.Emeril was glad that someone had finally come to her rescue.She had been pondering over it all this while and thinking of the best way to start apologizing to make Uriah understand her.Now, the truth is out in such a simple way, although she isn't still sure Uriah would forgive her. She did connive with Nabita. She's always guilty of something and isn't entirely free.She should have told her. She was just so scared and wanted to protect her brother.Uriah could not raise her head or dare to look at anyone. She couldn't look at Emeril nor even Caleb whom she had just met that day.She's s
Uriah's Pov;I guess I'll have to stop thinking about the hats going on in their minds for now.The atmosphere was now warmer and my heart now lighter.Dad announced he was leaving as he has other pressuring issues he needs to attend to. I was sad when he said this.I wish he would stay longer but I guess I have to understand him and let him go.I got up from the chair and walked to meet him, ready to see him off, but went back when he walked to the sitting room with Alpha Darren.Seems they wanted to talk about something.I had no choice but to sit back on the table and wait for him, and by so doing, I had to stay in the midst of Nabita and her momSurprisingly, I wasn't uncomfortable or feeling uneasy. I guess it was now the other way around, they were now the ones feeling uneasy.Nabitas head has been down the whole time, except for the time Dad spoke about her pub.Maybe it's because that's good news for her, but she looks so sad and calm now.Who knew she could calm like this. It
Uriah's Pov;I was more than shock than those people present at the scene.The situation had definitely taken another turn and it wasn't looking so pleasant.What's this talk now about mate? Where's all this coming from? It felt so absurd and so...so weird.My eyes bulged out of their sockets when I heard this and I was unable to control my heartbeat as well.How could he boldly blunt out such a thing? I get thag he's the Lycan king, but still...Gosh!! What am I even thinking right now..I have to compose myself before they think am crazy.I stared at me to find him staring back at meI inwardly felt a slight happiness and it made me cringe because for all I know he could not be serious, so why exactly was I acting the way am doing?.If indeed it's true, then why didn't he talk to me about it first.I was so confused and peeped from the corners of my eyes to him.His handsome face melted my heart and I wish I could know what he was thinking right now.How splendid it would be to have
Uriah's Pov;The Lycan king didn't even give me the chance to get down with his message before ordering his cohort to lead me to his pack.The pack was beautiful, big and wide. I saw alit of things. The front of it was decorated beautifully with flowers and other embodiment.I smiled at how lovely the compound is. It was appealing and soothing to the eyes.There weren't alot of people in the compound, but I think they started coming out as a result of my presence.Do they know about me already? That was fast.I was quick to smile and look at everyone of them.I saw a group of girls dressed in a particular way and knew immediately that they were the maids.Most of them were beautiful. Everything about the pack was lovely and I felt happy being here.It was far better than where I was coming from and I only wished I would stay here forever. How nice that will be. I don't even mind working as a maid.The smiles I saw on their faces gave me more courage and made me more comfortable. They
Aniah's Pov;I flickered my eyes opened, it was with force because they seem to be stuck together with glue and as I did, the heavy ray of sunlight that came rushing into them, made me close them back again.I opened them again, slowly this time, as i felt the cold hard floor in the dungeon.I woke up with different scars and fresh wound on my body.The floor did nothing to help matters to my scars, it made them hurt even more and I couldn't even sit up. I tried but it was fruitless.I tried severally but gave up when I couldn't.Damn!! They hurt so much!. What have I don't to deserve this?I looked at my skin and shook my head. I feel sorry for myself for all I was going through.I was paying the price for what I knew nothing about. How ridiculous?.I tried hard not to cry and as I did, the memories of how my life became a misery came rushing to me.That very incident that brought me to this moment came gushing at me and I did nothing to stop it and simply allowed it refreshed in my
Nabita’s pov ;I smiled wearily as I watched my kids run and play around in the backyard. Their laughter filled the air, momentarily easing the heaviness in my heart. It had been a difficult journey since I gave birth to them as triplets, but their presence brought me immeasurable joy. However, amidst the joy, there was a tinge of sadness that lingered within me. Dad had left this world too soon, his absence leaving an irreplaceable void in our lives.Deep down, I knew that his departure was necessary for me to fulfill my purpose. I would destroy Uriah, my younger sister, who was left vulnerable without him. Even the mighty Lycan King, Xavier, couldn't stand in my way. Determination burned within me as I thought to myself, "Nothing can stop me now."Feeling the need for a moment of solitude, I got up from the cozy armchair and made my way to the front door. The creaking floorboards beneath my tired feet seemed to resonate with my weariness. I made for my Versace hoodie hanging on a
Uriahs POV:After my intense confrontation with Alpha Denzer, the days that followed were surprisingly calm and peaceful – or at least as peaceful as they could be in such a grim situation. I had made a choice, a difficult one, to act like a devoted mate to Denzer for the sake of my son, Arion. While I couldn't bear the thought of being intimate with him, I had to keep up the act to keep my son safe.Denzer seemed to give me space, and I was grateful for that. He didn't push himself on me, and I took advantage of this by keeping my distance whenever he tried to be close. I always found an excuse or pretended to be occupied with some task, making sure there was a barrier between us at all times. It was a delicate balance, not too submissive, but not too rebellious either. I knew that the moment I resisted too much, it could endanger Arion's life.In the days that followed, I spent most of my time with Arion. Alpha Denzer allowed me to be with him, and I cherished every moment we ha
Xavier's POV:I immediately summoned the pack members and relayed my suspicions. "Anya might have acted through a proxy," I explained. "It's time we find out who might have helped her."Lucas and the others nodded in agreement, and the search took a new direction. We questioned every pack member, and it wasn't long before we found a lead—a young wolf who seemed nervous and evasive."Tell me the truth," I demanded, staring into the young wolf's eyes. "Did you have any involvement in Uriah's kidnapping?"His gaze shifted, and he hesitated before finally confessing. "Yes, Alpha. Anya coerced me into helping her. She threatened my family if I didn't do as she said."My heart sank, realizing that Anya's web of deception had ensnared others as well. "You will be forgiven if you cooperate fully," I said sternly. "Tell me everything you know about the kidnapping."He hesitated, fear still evident in his eyes, but he eventually provided valuable information. He revealed the location where Any
Xavier's POVI stood in my study, my mind focused on the task at hand. I needed to find Uriah, and to do that, I had to start from the beginning. My instincts told me that Anya had been hiding something, and I needed to confirm my suspicions."Beta Lucas," I called, my voice steady. Lucas was one of my most trusted advisors, and I knew I could rely on his judgment.He entered the room promptly, bowing respectfully. "Alpha Xavier, you called for me?""Yes," I replied, "I need you to gather a team of our best trackers and investigate the place where Uriah was last seen with Anya before she was kidnapped."Lucas furrowed his brow. "But Anya claimed that Uriah willingly left with Alpha Denzer on her own."I fixed him with a cold look. "Anya had hidden herself and her ambitions very well. She wouldn't make up a story about Uriah leaving of her own free will with Alpha Denzer."Lucas hesitated for a moment, then nodded in understanding. "You're right, Alpha. I apologize for being short-sigh
Xavier's POV:After the party celebrating Alex's first birthday, the little one was sent back to his room with the help of his nanny. Meanwhile, the elders, including Anya, and I had gathered for a small gathering. Food and drinks were brought out, but no one dared to bring up Uriah's missing issue. They all knew my temper, and they didn't want to risk annoying me further.As I took a seat at the table, the elders greeted me warmly. "Alpha Xavier, it's good to see you join us," one elder said with a smile."Yes, it's been a while since we all gathered like this," added another elder."I'm glad we can come together and celebrate," I replied, trying my best to appear relaxed.Anya, sitting next to me, chimed in, "Indeed, it's a joyous occasion. Baby Alex's first birthday is a momentous event for the pack."Another elder raised his glass and said, "To the future of our pack and to the health and happiness of our young Alpha."We all clinked our glasses together, toasting to the well-
Xavier's POV: As the days stretched on, the search parties scoured the forests and neighboring territories tirelessly. We followed every lead and pursued every possible clue, but Uriah seemed to have vanished from the face of the earth. Then, one day, as I was contemplating our next move in the study, I received a message that Anya wanted to see me again. This time, I rushed to her room with a mix of hope and anxiety. Upon entering, I saw her lying on the bed, her face still pale and her eyes red from crying. I approached her cautiously, unsure of what to expect. "Anya," I said gently, "how are you feeling?" She looked up at me, her expression filled with sorrow and regret. Tears welled up in her eyes, and she began to apologize profusely. "Alpha Xavier, I'm so sorry. I betrayed your trust, and I couldn't protect Uriah," Anya begged. “It's okay,” I said with a calm look as I looked at her . “I am suppose to protect this pack. But all that I have done is cause pains. I'm no
Xavier's POV:Days turned into weeks, and the search for Uriah seemed to be fruitless. Every lead we pursued turned out to be a dead end, and my heart sank with each passing day. Anya remained in a coma, and she was the only person who could shed light on what exactly happened in the forest that fateful night.One day, as I was discussing some ideas with the pack's scouts on how to track Uriah, I received urgent news that Anya had awakened. I hurriedly left the study room and rushed straight to Anya's room.When I entered, I saw her lying on the bed, her face pale and her eyes filled with tears. My heart softened at the sight of her vulnerability, but I pushed away my emotions, focusing on the urgency of the situation."Anya," I said coldly, trying to hide my own turmoil, "what were you doing in the forest that day with Uriah?"Tears streamed down Anya's face, and she began to beg for forgiveness. But I couldn't afford to be swayed by emotions. I needed answers.She stammered, "Uriah.
Xavier's POV:After the devastating encounter with Alpha Denzer and the truth revealed by Anya, I knew I couldn't face this alone. The burden of finding our son and protecting Uriah from further harm was too great. I needed the wisdom and counsel of our elders and betas. Gathering them in the pack's meeting hall, I laid out the situation, my voice filled with determination and sorrow."I called you all here because we face a grave crisis. Arion has been taken from us, and Uriah is in pain beyond measure. I need your advice on how we can handle this situation and bring our son back home safely," I said, looking into the eyes of my pack members, hoping to find some guidance.The elders and betas exchanged glances, understanding the severity of the situation. After a moment of silence, Beta Elias stepped forward, his voice firm yet compassionate."Alpha Xavier, we stand with you and Luna Uriah during this difficult time. We shall do everything in our power to find Arion and put an end
Alpha Denzer's POV:Luna's defiant words lingered in my mind as I left her to stew in the darkness. "I will never be yours, Alpha Denzer. My heart belongs to Xavier, and I will fight you until my last breath." Oh, how she tried to resist. It amused me to see her struggle, but she had no idea of the depths of my determination.A week had passed since I last visited her. It was time to remind her of her precarious situation and the consequences of defying me. As I entered the dimly lit room, her fierce gaze met mine, but I could sense the fear hidden beneath her anger. Perfect."Where is my son? What have you done with him?" she demanded, her voice wavering just enough to betray her uncertainty.I took a step closer, relishing the opportunity to toy with her emotions. Gripping her chin firmly, I replied, "You should watch that mouth of yours, Luna. You're in no position to make demands."Her eyes burned with hatred, and I felt a rush of excitement at the challenge she presented. "Tell m
Uriahs POV:But my hope was short-lived when I discovered that the opening led to another part of the palace, heavily guarded by Alpha Denzer's most loyal and vicious betas.I knew attempting to escape through that passage would be suicidal, but I couldn't give up. I needed to find a way to get to Arion and break free from this nightmarish prison.Each day, I observed the movements of the guards, searching for any weakness or vulnerability that I could exploit. I had to be patient, calculating, and seize the right opportunity.One night, the perfect moment presented itself. A guard left his post momentarily to attend to something, leaving a small window of opportunity.I sprang into action, my heart pounding in my chest. I moved as quietly as a shadow, slipping past the remaining guards, and making my way towards where Arion was being kept.But fate had other plans for me. Just as I was about to reach my son, a strong hand gripped my arm, pulling me back into the darkness."Did you re