**Scarlett's POV**I groaned and sat up, rubbing my eyes with the back of my palm. My eyes snapped open when I remembered what happened. Alpha Xavier had beheaded that guard yesterday and saved me. I glanced at my breasts and saw that it was bandaged, glanced at my hands too and there was a bandage on it. Did he treat me yesterday? Hell no! It's not possible. He must have called the pack doctor.I looked down and saw him seated with his head on the bed, sleeping soundly. His hair fell to his face, making him look hot and cute. He didn't look like that ruthless Alpha he was anymore, he looked humble, vulnerable, and sweet. His facial features were just perfect; no flaws.I got so lost staring at him that I didn't know when he woke up.“Is that how you stare at people in the morning?” He asked, jolting me out of my reverie.“W… Wh… Huh?” I stuttered. His question took me unawares and I got a bit embarrassed that he caught me staring. A part of me was also scared of what he might do to m
**Scarlett's POV**He wrapped his hands around my waist and deepened the kiss. A moan escaped me as I let him push me against the wall. His hands slipped under the duvet, touching me with more confidence than before. I felt something inside of me stir in response. He pulled away from the kiss for a second to catch his breath. A smirk formed on his face that made me smile back at him.“Do not act pathetic in my presence again.” He ordered.I had no idea why he said that, but I nodded anyway.We kissed again, this time slower and deeper. I could feel the need rising inside of me. Our tongues fought over dominance while our lips pressed desperately to each other. Our kisses were filled with lust and desire. This one was way different from when he tortured me; this one was passionate, and I could feel myself wanting him.I broke away from his grip and looked into his eyes. He seemed as if he wanted me as much as I wanted him. I reached behind him and took his belt off. He helped me slip
**Cassandra's POV**I couldn't believe what I was seeing in front of me. So, this bitch is the reason Xavier has been ignoring my calls and not inviting me over. This bitch again! “What is the meaning of this?” I asked but Xavier glanced at me, his voice void of any emotions.I watched how the bitch looked at me. She wasn't even ashamed of what she had done.“Xavier, what happened to her being a slave and you having nothing to do with her, huh?” I snapped.“Don't you dare raise your voice at me,” He yelled, and I flinched. “She is a slave, so what? That doesn't stop her from giving me the pleasure I deserve.” He glared at me.I've always known that there was something about this bitch. I get that she's beautiful and has all the nice curves, but I beat her in all that.“Why can't you call me when you need to be pleased? I told you how much I hate seeing you with other women.” I whined.“Why are you talking like you've become my wife or something?” He frowned.This is part of the Thing
**Alpha Xavier's POV**“What is wrong?” Cassandra asked, but I didn't answer her. My mind was jumbled up, and I didn't understand why I had this aching feeling in my heart whenever I remembered Scarlett's words before she stormed out. It couldn't be possible that I'm feeling something for her at all. She is just a slave and doesn't deserve my sympathy. The only duty she has is to pleasure me and nothing more.“Honey,” Cassandra called again. “Don't tell me you're thinking about what that bitch said?” Cassandra asked.I felt a little angry as Cassandra called her bitch. I ruffled my hair, wondering what was wrong with me. Avery is the only person I love; even though she's dead, she is my mate and I feel for her alone.I tried to encourage myself, but her picture kept appearing in my mind. I couldn't take my mind off her. This sudden feeling to check on her came. The words I said had hurt her and I know I shouldn't feel bad about it, but something in me kept stirring, making me uncomfo
**Arnold's POV**“Don't you think it's time to let go and move on?” I asked, immediately I walked in and saw him staring at that picture again. I couldn't comprehend why he was hard on himself over his mate's death. I tried my best to find a way to make him forget about her, but he wouldn't.“Her death still feels fresh, Arnold.” He turned to face me. Tears had already gathered in his eyes, and I couldn't fight the urge to pull him in for a hug.“I know how you feel buddy,” I said and hugged him. “You have to move on for the pain to go away. I am sure she wants the same thing for you.” I cooed.He sighed and pulled away from the hug. Wiping his face dry, he stood and tucked his hands in his pockets, still glancing at the picture. Somehow I could feel his hurt, his pain and I didn't want him to experience that. I was the only person who could see his vulnerable side, I'm the only person he shares his darkest secrets with. He wasn't always like this; all these happened after we lost Av
**Scarlett's POV**When I got to my room, I plopped down on the bed and burst into tears. I was such a fool for believing that he actually cared about me. Why do I like getting my hopes up all the time? He was mainly using me to satisfy his sexual urge and doesn't give a damn about my feelings.I was such a fool for giving myself to him today; I regret making that decision today. If it was possible to turn back the hands of time, I would gladly do that and fix my mistakes.Tears rolled down my cheeks as I remembered the words he said to that lady. I hate him! I hate him so much!A hard knock came on my door and I wondered who it was. It wouldn't be Alpha Xavier because I'm sure he wanted nothing to do with me other than to fuck the living daylight out of me. He should be having fun with his fake red haired mistress and not coming to bother me. Could it be people at the office or the slave masters?I sat up and quickly wiped the tears away from my face. Stepping down from the bed, I re
Arnold's POV**Her eyes widened as she asked how I got to find out. “Well, I am the beta in this pack, so technically I know almost everything going on.” I answered proudly.I saw her face fall a little before she exhaled. “You must think of me as a spy like Alpha, don't you?” She asked.“Not at all. I believe you.” I answered.“I wish it was this easy for Alpha Xavier to believe me, too. I have really been down, thinking about so many things, like proving my innocence and hoping I'd stay alive, you achieve that.” Her voice shook a little like she was going to cry as she looked at me with glassy eyes.“You'll prove your innocence, Scarlett. All you need is help because you can't do it on your own,” I told her.She blinked the tears away. “I'm sorry if I'm bothering you with my problems, but I really require someone to talk to; someone to pour my heart's to as well. I want to avoid getting depressed or go crazy. The only reason why I'm still fighting and holding on is because of the ju
**Scarlett's POV**When I guessed the stronger Alpha, my mind went to Alpha Xavier, but I waved it off, thinking it wasn't his Arnold was referring to. But when Arnold did not say anything, I sat down and reflected. There was no other Alpha stronger than Michael except Alpha Xavier. It dawned on me, and I wasn't ready to accept it. Remembering all that he had done to me; things he had said to me and how he treated me like I was born to give him sex whenever he wanted and however he wanted, I didn't know when I sprung up and snapped.“No way, Arnold! No way!”How can he expect me to request help from someone who has done nothing but hurt me physically, mentally and psychologically?“Calm down, Scarlett.” He said calmly, but I wasn't ready to listen to him.“No, it can't happen even if I tried. He hates me to the core, and the feeling is quite mutual. You can't expect me to just walk to him and be like, “hey, Alpha Xavier, my former pack Alpha is a dickhead and I need your help to prove