Avery's pov I looked at my grandfather, confusion etched on my face. "Why do you want to involve Alpha Red?" I asked, my tone laced with skepticism.My grandfather leaned back in his chair, a thoughtful expression on his face. "Alpha Red is the only one who can identify the problem and tell us what to do," he said, his voice measured.I immediately shook my head, my disagreement evident. "I don't think that's a good idea," I said, my mind racing back to my time in Alpha Red's pack. "I was once a part of his pack, and I don't think he's capable of solving our case."My grandfather's eyes narrowed slightly, his gaze piercing as he studied me. He said nothing for a moment, and I wondered if I had overstepped. But then, he spoke, his voice low and even. "Alpha Red has recently solved a case involving an attack on one of his pack members. The little girl is safe, and the culprit is on trial."I felt a jolt of surprise, my eyes widening as I processed the information. I had been invested i
Avery's POV Perhaps they had a past that I didn't know about? Maybe they had worked together on a case before, or shared a secret that only they knew? I looked at my grandfather, searching for answers, but his expression remained calm and inscrutable.I walked out of the throne room, lost in thought as I made my way back to my quarters. Suddenly, a hand reached out from the shadows and yanked me into a dark corner. I tried to scream, but a hand clamped over my mouth, holding me in place.I struggled and kicked, but my attacker was too strong. Just as I was starting to feel panicked, I looked up to see Alpha Red's face inches from mine. His eyes were intense, and his voice was low and commanding. "Be silent, Avery. I only want to talk to you. Try not to scream."I glared at him, but he slowly released his grip on my mouth. I took a deep breath, preparing to scream again, but before I could make a sound, Alpha Red's lips crashed down on mine.I was shocked, my mind reeling as his kiss
Avery's POV My heart skipped a beat as I watched Alpha Red move towards me, his wet body gleaming in the dim light. My eyes scanned him from head to toe, and I couldn't deny the way my body reacted to the sight of him. It was as if my heart was racing, and my skin was tingling with awareness.Alpha Red seemed to sense my reaction, and a smirk spread across his face. He walked even closer, his eyes locked on mine, and I felt compelled to take a step back. The air seemed to vibrate with tension as he towered over me, his presence both intimidating and exhilarating."Why are you in my room?" he asked, his deep voice sending a shiver down my spine.I noticed that he was angry, but also curious. His eyes seemed to bore into mine, as if searching for answers. I cleared my throat, trying to compose myself. "I came to call you down for breakfast," I replied, trying to sound nonchalant.Alpha Red raised an eyebrow, his expression even more amused. "Why did you come instead of the maid?" he as
Avery's POV Alpha Red's grip on my hands tightened as he pinned them above my head. His eyes locked onto mine, and he pointed out, "Your nipples are already erect, Avery. You can't hide your body's reaction to me."I scoffed, trying to sound confident despite the heat rising to my face. "If anything is erect, it's probably your manhood," I retorted, trying to deflect attention from my own body's betrayal.Alpha Red chuckled, his eyes glinting with amusement. "Do you want to see to be sure?" he asked, his voice low and husky.I held my breath as he reached down, his hand hovering over the towel that was barely covering him. I felt a surge of anticipation, mixed with mortification, as I waited to see what he would do next.But instead of removing the towel, Alpha Red just watched me, a smirk on his face. He laughed, calling me a pervert, which only made me more mortified. I felt my face burning with embarrassment as I realized I had been caught wanting to see him, to know if he was ind
Avery's POV I rushed downstairs, hoping to escape the tension that lingered between Alpha Red and me. But to my surprise, my grandfather was still sitting in the living room, waiting for me. I had managed to quickly arrange my hair as I made my way down, trying to compose myself."Sorry I'm late," I apologized, taking a seat next to my grandfather.He waved his hand dismissively. "It's fine, sit down. Let's eat."As we began to eat, my grandfather asked, "Did you manage to call Alpha Red?"At the mention of his name, I felt my face flush with heat. Memories of what had happened in his room flooded my mind, and I struggled to maintain my composure.My grandfather noticed the look on my face, but he didn't say anything. Instead, he just watched me with a knowing glint in his eye, but he didn't press the issue.I replied, trying to sound calm, "I managed to call him, and he'll be with us shortly."Just as I finished speaking, Alpha Red appeared, making his way towards us with a confiden
Avery's Pov I watched as Alpha Red turned to look at me, his eyes scanning my face to see if I was really okay. He grabbed my hands, his grip warm and firm, and asked if I was alright or if I needed to go inside.I panicked, feeling a surge of emotions that I couldn't quite process. I quickly told him that I was fine, that this was the first time someone had called me names in public, and that I was used to it.Alpha Red's jaw clenched, and I could see the anger simmering beneath the surface. I quickly asked him if he was going to dismiss me as his right-hand man on the case.Alpha Red looked at me for a moment, his eyes searching mine. He tucked a strand of hair behind my ear, his touch gentle, before replying that he had no intention of doing so. "I know you're strong, Avery," he said. "But I want you and the baby to be safe. That's why I want you to go inside and rest."I shook my head stubbornly, feeling a surge of determination. "I want to finish the task at hand," I said, my vo
Avery's POV As Alpha Red's lips touched mine, I felt a rush of emotions that I couldn't contain. I wrapped my arms around his neck, drawing him closer, and was immediately mesmerized by the scent of him. It was a smell that was uniquely his, a combination of earthy and masculine notes that made my heart skip a beat.I'd missed him so much, and my body felt like it was sparking with electricity as he wrapped an arm around my waist and kissed me passionately. His hands cradled my head, pulling me close, and I felt like I was melting into his touch.Time seemed to stop around us, and I felt like we were lost in space, floating on a sea of emotions. The world around us faded away, leaving only the two of us, lost in the intensity of our kiss. I felt like I was home, like I was exactly where I was meant to be.Alpha Red finally pulled away, and we both took a moment to catch our breath. I smiled up at him and kissed his lips once more before pulling away completely.He stood up, offering
Avery's POV"They are several causalities. A lot of people died for an unknown reason. There are no sign of struggle and poison but the are speculation that the people had died after five minutes of pain," a guard explained."Was there any other observations that we might have to look at?" Alpha Red said, looking as serious as ever. "We have a belief that there's a lot to it. Perhaps speaking to the families of the victims would be a better way to get more insight on the case," the guard suggested and I nodded at him. He was right about that. We needed to speak to the family of the deceased."Alright, you may go," Alpha Red dismissed him. He bowed and immediately left the room. Once he was out, I turned to him with a frown. He hadn't said much to me and i had a inkling feeling that he had something to do with the case at hand. "What are you thinking about? Do you have any idea where we should start from or how we should go about it?" I asked but he narrowed his eyes at them. He st
Alpha Red's pov I followed the guard, my eyes scanning the surroundings as we walked. We eventually arrived at a place that looked like a dungeon, with cold, damp walls and a musty smell. The guard led us to a room that resembled a storeroom, with crates and boxes stacked haphazardly.The guard sneered at us, his voice dripping with malice. "Have fun with the rats," he hissed, before turning and leaving us to our fate.I sat down among the slaves, trying to blend in and gather my thoughts. I wondered what kind of work we would be doing, and what the pack's plans were. I pressed the heels of my palms against my eyes, trying to calm myself and think clearly.I knew that I had to mingle with the other slaves and gather more information. I also hoped to sneak into the pack house and uncover their plans. But for now, I just sat silently, observing my surroundings and waiting for an opportunity to strike.As I sat there, I couldn't help but think of Avery and our unborn child. I knew that
Alpha Red’s POV I stood at the edge of the Red Moon Pack's territory, my eyes scanning the bustling scene before me. There were people of all sorts milling about, some dressed in fine clothes, others in tattered rags. I saw pack members, visitors, and even beggars, all going about their business.But then my gaze fell upon a group of people who made my blood run cold. They were slaves, dragged along by guards who held chains and leashes. I could see the fear and desperation in their eyes, and my heart went out to them.I had never been to the Red Moon Pack before, and I had never heard of such practices. Slavery? In a pack? It was unheard of. I was utterly confused and shocked, my mind reeling with questions.How could a pack, a community of wolves who were supposed to be a family, treat their own kind like this? What kind of alpha would allow such cruelty and injustice to flourish under their rule?I felt a surge of anger and disgust, and I knew that I had to be careful. I was here
Alpha Red's POV I felt a sense of desperation wash over me as I watched Avery pull away from me. I wanted to reach out to her, to hold her and talk to her, but she made it clear that she didn't want me to. "Just leave me be," she said, her voice cold and detached.My stomach churned with anxiety as I realized that she was pulling away from me. I had been so careful to try to rebuild our relationship, to earn back her trust, but now it seemed like I was losing her all over again.I asked her if I had done something wrong, if I had offended her in some way. But she just shook her head and said that I had done nothing. "I just don't want to speak with you," she said, her voice flat and emotionless.I felt a pang of fear at her words. What if she didn't want to speak with me again? What if she pulled away from me completely? I couldn't bear the thought of losing her again. I had to find a way to fix things between us, but I didn't know where to start.I felt my frustration boil over as I
Alpha Red's pov"Avery?" I said gently while knocking on the door and waiting for a response but I got nothing. After the first knock and then the second knock but still nothing.I stood outside Avery's door, my heart racing with anticipation. I had been waiting for what felt like an eternity for her to open the door, but there was only silence. I knocked again, my knuckles rapping against the wood in a gentle but insistent rhythm.But still, there was no response.A spark of panic ignited within me, and I felt my anxiety grow with each passing moment. What if something had happened to her? What if she was unconscious, or worse?My mind began to spiral out of control, conjuring up worst-case scenarios that made my blood run cold. I knocked again, this time more urgently, my fear and worry getting the better of me.And then, without waiting for a response, I pushed the door open and rushed into the room. My eyes scanned the space frantically, searching for any sign of Avery.But the ro
Alpha Red's POV I pulled Avery into my embrace, holding her close as I reassured her that I'd come back to her. "No one can eliminate the notorious Alpha Red," I joked, trying to lighten the mood. "They know better than to attack me."Avery shook her head at me, a small smile on her face despite the tears still welling up in her eyes. I placed a soft kiss on her lips, trying to comfort her, before gently wiping away her tears.I felt a pang of guilt for making her cry, but I understood that her connection with her mother had been strong, and her death must have devastated her. I didn't want her to cry, and I wished I could kiss her worries away, but I knew that was impossible.All I could do was make sure I returned home to her in the next two days. I held her close, feeling a sense of determination wash over me. I would do everything in my power to come back to her, to make sure she was safe and happy. She was my mate, and I would do anything to protect her.I followed the maid to t
Avery's POV I woke up with a start, my heart racing with fear that Alpha Red had left me again, just like he always did. But as I sat up and looked around, my eyes landed on him, lying beside me, still fast asleep. I let out a sigh of relief, feeling a mix of emotions. I was happy to see him, but I knew he was leaving today to go to the other pack, and I wouldn't see him again for two days.I carefully moved closer to him, not wanting to wake him up. I smiled as I took in his sheer beauty. His jawline and cheekbones were sharp, giving him a deadly and captivating look that not only terrified people but also hypnotized them. I remembered being spellbound by his looks the first day we met, but my feelings were torn when he hurt me.Now, I don't know how to describe my feelings for him. They were complex, a mix of fear, respect, and... something more. I looked at him, taking in the strong lines of his face, the sharp angles of his features. He was a powerful and intimidating figure, but
Avery's povAlpha Red nodded, a hint of a smile playing on his lips. "Don't worry, Avery," he said. "I have a plan."I was taken aback, my curiosity piqued. "What is it?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.Alpha Red's smile grew wider. "I'm going to go undercover," he said. "That way, no one will know who I am."I stared at him, my eyes wide with shock. "Is that truly wise?" I asked, my voice laced with concern. "You're well-known amongst all the packs. Everyone knows who Alpha Red is."Alpha Red chuckled, his eyes glinting with amusement. "Although everyone knows me as the notorious Alpha Red," he said, "not everyone has had the chance to physically meet me. And that's all thanks to my introverted self."I raised an eyebrow, surprised by his words. I had never thought about it that way. Alpha Red was indeed a private person, and he rarely attended social gatherings or meetings with other packs. It was possible that not everyone knew what he looked like.I sighed, feeling a sen
Avery's POV I sat around the dining table, sipping my tea and listening intently as my grandfather explained the situation. The clan members were growing restless, demanding that we find the cause of the deaths and report back to them soon. The next council meeting was looming, and the pressure was mounting.My grandfather had already spoken to the elders, explaining that we needed time to investigate and gather evidence before we could bring forth a conclusive report. But he feared that the council might still insist on hearing something, anything, about our progress.My grandfather's expression was serious, his eyes lined with concern. "The clan members are getting impatient," he said. "They want answers, and they want them now."I knew that we were doing everything we could to investigate the deaths, but it was clear that the clan members were not satisfied with our progress.Alpha Red spoke up, his voice thoughtful. "Is there anywhere we can bring in even just a snippet of our fi
Avery's POV My grandfather's expression softened as he listened to my words, his eyes filled with a deep understanding and compassion. He nodded slowly, his hands still holding mine."I know it's hard, Avery," he said, his voice gentle. "But you have to remember that you are not alone. You have me, and you have Alpha Red. We believe in you, and we want you to stay here with us."He paused, his eyes searching mine. "I know it's not easy to trust others, especially when you've been hurt before. But I want you to know that I'm here for you, no matter what. And I'll do everything in my power to help you prove yourself to others."I felt a lump form in my throat as I looked at my grandfather, his words touching a deep chord within me. I knew that I still had a long way to go, but with his support, I felt a sense of hope that I hadn't felt in a long time."But I'm tired of always looking over my shoulder or praying and hoping to be loved like I deserve. I've done so much but I still feel l