Axel's POV The doctor's words echoed in my ears over and over again. We lost him. We lost her too. My son. My heir. Gone. And Melissa…. Melissa, who I had convinced myself I didn't care about, was gone too. But no! That wasn't possible. This couldn't be happening. Not to me. Not to Melissa. Not to my son. My vision blurred as a low growl rumbled in my chest. The doctor took a step back, his face had already gone pale like someone who just saw a ghost. I watched as his hands trembled as he clutched his clipboard like a shield. And who says something like that could protect him from my wrath? The nurses around him froze, their eyes filled with fear and they weren't even trying to hide it. I'm sure they could feel it; the shift in the air, the raw power that was threatening to explode. “You lost them?” My voice was low, but it carried a rough power that made the doctor flinch in fear. Not just him. The nurses too. “You lost my son? My heir and my wife?” “Al…..Alpha please
Zade's POV I can't believe that my mate has been fooling me all this while, pretending to lose her memory and acting like she forgot me and mistaking me for someone else. I shot her a playful glare. “You fooled me, Lenora” I said, my voice filled with both irritation and admiration and the next minute, she burst into laughter, the soft sound filling the room. “You deserved it, Zade. How dare you hug your ex-girlfriend?” She hissed in annoyance and I exhaled heavily. "I was at home worrying about you, and how you were taking the news of the fire outbreak, but you were there hugging her." “I swear to the moon god, it's not what it seems like.” I said in a low voice. “Fine. Go ahead and explain to me. I want to know everything. I want to know why you would go ahead and hug the same woman you claim to have nothing to do with” She demanded, her eyes narrowing. I took a deep breath before starting. I have to choose my words carefully to keep from pissing her further. “Act
Zade's POV My lips curled into a smile, my heart swelling with emotion as I heard her words. “I love you too, my Luna. Always.” I whispered as I looked down at her and I saw that she was already asleep. I made sure she was comfortable on my body. Thankfully, the hospital bed was big enough to contain the two of us. After all, it was a VIP ward. Now that she was asleep, I reached for my phone on the table and I was about to dial my Beta's contact, but I stopped. I didn't want the sound of our conversation to wake her up. Therefore I sent him a text instead. “Did you send her home already?” He replied almost immediately. “Yes, Alpha. I did. She tried to cause a fuss as usual, claiming that she wanted to be with you for a while.” I rolled my eyes. “Make sure she never comes any closer to my mate. She's never up to any good. Understood?” “Yes, Alpha. I'll make sure of it.” “And Zariel? Any news on him yet?” “Yes, your Majesty. I sent some guards to his home a while
Zade's POV I didn't even bother to check my phone for Karl's messages anymore. The world outside this room didn't matter. Not when my mate was right here with me, in my arms. I placed the phone back on the table, my attention fully consumed by the woman curled against me like a ball. She was wide awake now, her big brown eyes fixed on me, studying me with that quiet intensity that always made my chest tightened. “You are awake,” I said in a low whisper. She nodded , her lips curving into a sleepy smile. I watched her intently as she rubbed her eyes with the back of her hands. The gesture was so innocent that it made my heart ache. “Zade,” she murmured, her voice soft and husky from sleep. She leans further into me, her head resting against my chest and I instinctively tightened my arms around her. “Yes, baby girl,” I replied, as I brushed a strand of hair from her face. “Did you sleep well?” “Of course I did,” she answered, her voice still groggy from sleep. I could still se
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Zade's POV “When will my woman be discharged?” I asked the nurse who had come in a while ago to change Lenora's bandage. “Has there been any improvement lately?” Her lips curled into a smile. “Yes, my Alpha. Your wife is a strong woman. Her injuries have healed up and now she's better than earlier. But you can still decide if you still want her to stay here or……” “I want to go home already.” Lenora chirped in as she raised her head from my chest and I shook my head. “No, Mrs Zade, you still need to recover fully….” “I'm fine already, Zade. Trust me. My head doesn't hurt anymore. I'm a Solanna Wolf and we tend to heal faster.” she stated in a firm voice and even though I wanted to refuse I couldn't. Therefore, I turned to face the nurse. “Prepare for her discharge. We'll be going home today.” “Yes, Alpha. I'll be right back” She bowed before walking away. “I still think you need to recover fully, you know.” I looked down at the woman lying in my arms. “No, Zade.
Lenora's POV I sat at the back of the car as I waited patiently for Zade to get in. He was having a conversation with the doctor. As much as I wanted to know what they were talking about, I didn't want to hear it. Therefore, I just closed my eyes and willed myself to sleep, but the sleep wouldn't come, especially as my mind kept replaying all the words that Zade had told me about his mother. The memories were so ugly and I can't help but wonder how she was able to endure everything on her young shoulders. At least my father cheated on my mother with Matilda, but at least, he never for once hated me or treated me like I was a mistake. While he was still alive, he showered me with love. My heart wept for the young Ophelia, for everything that she went through at such a young age. The weight of her suffering was immense and I couldn't help but feel a deep sorrow for her. Now I found myself wishing that when she married Zade's father, he had been the refuge she deserved
Zade's POV “Oh my goodness! Lenora, I've missed you.” My mother cooed as soon as we stepped inside the house. She pulled Lenora into her arms and wrapped her in a tight embrace. A smile crept its way to Lenora's face as she returned the hug. “I've missed you too, mother.” She said, her words muffled against my mother's shoulders. “I thought I wouldn't see you again,” My mother said as soon as they pulled away from the hug. She leaned down and placed a soft kiss on Lenora's cheeks. “Of course not mother.” She said, her face beaming with smiles. “I've missed you.” “You have no idea how much I've missed you.” My mother said as she hugged her again. “What about me? Didn't you miss me?” I chirped in, but my mother rolled her eyes. “Don't be such a big baby, Zade.” She hissed before turning to face Lenora. “Come with me. I have some things to show you.” My mother said as she took Lenora's hands in hers and led her away. I could only shake my head as I watched them leave. I tur
Melissa's POV “Your guesses are right, Alpha Elijah!” I winked at him again. “Tabitha!” He let out a low guttural growl. “That old hag! She's going to regret this!” He said through gritted teeth and I just let out a small laugh. “Exactly how you are going to regret it if you ever tell Alpha Axel about our little secret!” I said in a low whisper. I couldn't tell where the courage to stand up to him came from, but I was glad that it did. “You won't dare!” He hissed and I just smirked. “Won't dare, huh?” I chucked. “Come on, sweetheart, I'd dare to set your ego on fire just to watch it burn. But don't worry, I'll let you keep your delusions. They are the only thing holding your fragile little world together!” “Melissa!!!” My mother yelled at me through the mind link and I rolled my eyes mentally. “What?” I shot back. “He's an Alpha. Don't talk to him that way. It'll only piss him off the most and we'll both be in trouble” She said again and I shrugged. “And that's exactly w
Melissa's POV “Answer me!!” He repeated when he didn't hear any words from my mother. The air grew thick with tension as Alpha Elijah stepped closer. My mother and I stood frozen, our face pale as if we had seen a ghost. Alpha Elijah was Axel's best ally and there is no tendency that he wouldn't tell Axel what he has just heard. Goodness! We are done for. “Don't make me repeat myself, Matilda!” He growled. My mother's lips trembled but no words seemed to come out. It was as if she had suddenly gone dumb and I couldn't blame her one bit. “Alpha Elijah,” my mother finally managed to answer, her voice shaking. “I…I can explain. It's not what you think. I didn't mean….” “Didn't mean what, Matilda?” His voice was low, but it carried a dangerous edge. “Didn't mean to confess to murdering Tricia? Didn't mean to lie to the entire pack about her death? Or didn’t mean to let Lenora suffer for years, knowing full well her mother was innocent?” My heart pounded in my chest as I watched
Melissa's POV “Mother?” I called out. Right now, we were currently sitting on a mat in the park and I was resting my head on her lap. It was hard, especially as my baby wouldn't let me stay peacefully, as he kept kicking me repeatedly, but I was determined to try. “Mhhmm?” She answered. “Is something bothering you, my child?” “Do you think I went too far?” I asked her as I watched her face intently. “And what are you talking about?” Her brows were knitted in confusion. I took a deep breath and exhaled. “It's about Lenora. Do you think I went too far ....” “Oh, Melissa.” She cut me off. “Not again please. Let's not talk about that bitch here. We came out here to cool our beautiful heads and not worry about some barren bitch. Don't talk about her, please.” I let out a deep breath. “No mother. I really want us to talk about this. You've been avoiding this conversation for a long time and you never let me talk about it.” She hissed. “And that's because there is nothing to talk a
Lenora's POV Us? What the hell was she talking about? Apart from Talia, Zade had never mentioned another woman in his life. The question lingered in the air. My stomach twisted into knots, but I kept my face impassive, refusing to let her see the growing tension on my face. “No,” I replied, my voice steady despite the turmoil brewing within me. “He hasn’t.” Taylor's smirk widened like a predator toying with its prey. Her eyes glinted with a cruel satisfaction that made my skin crawl. She was enjoying this, whatever game she was playing. But I wouldn’t give her the satisfaction of seeing me break. Not now. Not ever. “Well, Zade and I are together,” she said, her tone dripping with a faux sweetness. She let the words hang, savoring the moment as if they were a weapon meant to break me. My jaw tightened but I refused to flinch. “What do you mean?” I asked, my voice low and measured, though my heart pounded in my chest. She rolled her eyes, her smirk never faltering for once. “
Lenora's POV Taking a deep and shuddering breath, I forced myself to meet Luna Ophelia's gaze. Her eyes, usually so full of warmth, now held a strange intensity that made my stomach churn. “I’m sorry, Luna,” I began, my voice trembling slightly. “We were attacked by rogues, and it’s my fault….” “Lenora!” she cut me off, her voice softer than I expected. It sounded almost tender. “How can you say it’s your fault?” Her words caught me off guard, and I stared at her, bewildered. Just moments ago, her expression had been furious, her anger evident. But now she looked at me with a gentleness that made my chest tighten. “My Luna…” I stammered, unsure of how to respond. The shift in her demeanor was a bit confusing. Her anger had melted away, and now it was replaced by a calm, almost maternal concern. “You are not responsible for what happened to my son,” she said firmly, her voice steady. “You didn’t ask the rogues to attack him. Or did you?” She raised her eyebrows slightly, her
Lenora's POV The guards moved swiftly, and lifted Zade with care as they carried him back to the pack house. I trailed behind them, my steps heavy, my mind consumed by fear and guilt - the fear of losing him, and the guilt for being the reason he was in this state. I shouldn't have suggested that we walk in the woods. I should have agreed when he proposed that we go home. If I had agreed, none of this would have happened. He wouldn't be here fighting for his life. He wouldn't be on the verge of “Get the doctor!” Karl's sharp and commanding voice cut through the chaos. I couldn’t tell which maid he was addressing not when my vision was blurred by tears. I just followed them like a lost puppy into Zade’s room, where they laid him gently on the bed. “Is he going to be okay?” I asked Karl, my voice laced with concern, though my eyes never left Zade. His face was pale, his eyes shut tight, his body burning with fever. What else could those rogues have done to him in my absence
Lenora's POV “Axel threatened me that he was going to cut the mate bond if I didn't get King Zach to forgive him. You know, when a lady is in love, she'd do anything to please her man, she'd do anything to keep him and that's what I did. I was stupidly in love with Axel and didn't want to lose him.” I paused to take a deep breath. I noticed the way Zade was watching me intently. He must be eager to know if I did it or not. “Therefore I went to meet King Zach in the hotel that Axel had chosen. When I got there, he didn't only want me to pleasure him with my mouth. He wanted me to have sex with him. At first, I wanted to do it, but at the end of the day, I realised that I couldn't let Axel define my worth. That day, I was ready to lose Axel. I didn't care anymore if he wanted to break the mate bond or not.” I paused again. He was still staring at me. It was as if with each passing minute, his anger deepened. This was the kind of reaction I expected from Axel when I told him tha
Lenora's POV Even though I was sad that Zade wasn't taking me with him to the upcoming annual ball, I was glad that he cared about my safety and didn't want to take me with him, so he wouldn't lose me. Of course I was no stranger to the ugly events that take place in the annual ball. I was suddenly reminded of when Alpha Ryan, one of Axel's allies, lost his mate right before his eyes and he couldn't do anything to save her. He didn't try to save her. He just sat there and watched her get killed by King Zach the lunatic and now it got me wondering if he ever loved her or she was just a means to an end for him. I mean how would he sit back and watch his mate killed right before his eyes just because she refused to pleasure King Zach? If it were Axel, he wouldn't mind taking me there with him. After Ryan's mate lost her life right before my eyes, I had pleaded with Axel to get me out of the room, especially as I'd seen the way King Zach, the host of the annual ball was staring
Zade's POV A blush crept its way to her face at my words and I couldn't help but watch her with a smile. I watched her intently, my gaze lingering on her as she stood there. I couldn't believe what I had just witnessed a while ago. She had forgiven them. She had forgiven the same women who said those harsh words to her, the same women who had called her barren, damaged goods and garbage unworthy of being a part of the pack. She had forgiven them despite those words? I felt my jaw tightened at the memory of their cruel words, my wolf stirring angrily within me. How could she let them go easily? How could she look past the pain they had caused her like it was nothing? But that was Lenora! Her heart was unlike any I had ever known. It was vast, and forgiving, unlike Talia's. I'm sure as hell that if Talia was in Lenora's shoes, she'd have asked me to cut off their tongues, but Lenora didn't do any of those and I couldn't help but admire her strength, her ability to rise above th