Damian POV As I walked, my frustrations reached its peak with my mind clouded in irritation. The lack of workers had already put me in a foul mood, but what irked me even more was Anne's snappy attitude. At first, when I saw her, I suddenly felt a foreign feeling within me. I was sure it was not my feelings but one of another. Could it be her? It was a strong feeling to let go and it was Jealousy. I suddenly became jealous although I didn't know who I was jealous about. I need a run, I told myself as we left for the mansion. Stephanie was behind me but right now, I wanted to be alone and clear my thoughts. “I'll meet you in the house later. I'm going for a run,” I told her and sprinted into the woods before she could try to stop me. I pulled my clothes away, shifted in less than a minute and sprinted, letting my wolf out. He wanted to be in control so I let him. As we ran, the wind rushed against our face as the thoughts of the day consumed my thoughts. The earthly scent of
Leah POV We stepped through the front door of the mansion, my heart heavy with disappointment. I had returned with Evelyn, hopeful that Connor would come back after leaving but he never did. He came at first to take me and stood up to leave. Evelyn had asked him to come back so we could leave together but he refused. I was crestfallen, and tried to hide my disappointment during the journey back. As I entered the familiar hallway, I couldn't help but shake from the tension in the air. My footsteps were muted as I walked. My mood was somber and I longed for a moment of peace without thinking about anyone but myself. A moment where I could just live as me and no one else. “We're here, Luna,” Evelyn announced as I passed my room. I stopped, whispered my gratitude and entered my room. My eyes caught the magic book on the bed and I gasped and quickly closed the door before Evelyn could see it. I picked it up and went to the small hole at the back of my bed where I had hidden the
Damian POV“I… I…” she stuttered, looking confused and shocked. I knew she wasn't expecting the question but why was she confused? She looked everywhere like there was something trying to attack her. A twinkle of green glowed in her blue eyes, making me wonder if there was another Anne. Her behavior contradicted everything I had heard about her. “What? You don't want to go?” Stephanie asked her. “I do but I think it would be better if I stayed here. He needs to learn to live without his precious daughter. I might visit him after everything,” she said with a loud sigh. Her confused expression from earlier was gone and it looked like she was really missing her father. “Still, he is your father. You should want to see him at least once,” Connor murmured. She pursed her lips. “I do but not now. I'm still getting used to the pack. If I leave now, I might not want to come back,” she said jokingly. “Then stay there,” Stephanie murmured and everyone became quiet. “I'll take my leave n
Leah POV I was waiting patiently for the full moon. The night was far gone and the wind was chilly. I couldn't go outside and had to do the illusion spell in here. The first time I did it with Anne, I had done a quick spell not sure if it would work and it did. But right now, I was going to do the full circle and if possible try to lock my feelings. I did not want what happened to me with Thomas to happen again as I could feel my heart growing soft. For which of the men, I wasn't sure but I knew what I felt. After the long wait, I saw the moon getting full and quickly went to the middle of my room. I was thankful my bed was at the end of the room. It would have been a hassle to try and move it while trying to do the spell. I picked up the book, went through it again just in case I had forgotten something. Nop, I didn't. Everything was ready. I took a piece of chalk and stood in the middle of the room and drew a circle. It was not a perfect circle but it would do. The next
Damian POVI walked out of the room, berating myself for what had just happened in there. I had gotten an erection just by looking at her. What was I? A kid? It was annoying to say the least. I went there to confront her due to what I had seen last night and instead she had enchanted me with her beauty, getting me aroused. Anne was becoming more suspicious. Her attitude was different and I had ignored it before but I didn't think I should ignore it again. In a split second, I saw two faces and one of them made my wolf growl happily. It felt like I had just seen my mate. Who was she? I hope Alpha Elijah was not playing any games with me. “Connor,” I called out as I walked to my office. Seconds later, I heard his sleepy voice. “Yes, Alpha,” he answered. “Come to my office,” I sent a message to Connor through the mind link, then I entered the office and sat down, waiting for him. His room was not really far from mine so I knew when he would arrive and decided to pour myself a drin
Leah POV This was not how I expected my day to go. Being in such close proximity with Damian was not good for me. My wolf was drawn to him like a moth to flame. Whenever I stayed in close proximity with him over a long period of time, I felt her trying to burst out. I felt strange too, like this was where I was supposed to be. In his arms. But I knew it couldn't be possible because he was in love with someone else. I could feel the weight of his suspicions growing by the day. The once calm and intense stare was slowly being replaced by piercing glances, filled with doubt and suspicion. It was as clear as day that I had to start taking necessary precautions if I wanted to escape his prying eyes and clutches. I had always been a cautious person, but now, it was heightened to a new level. Every step I took was calculated, every word I uttered, meticulously chosen. I was aware that even the smallest misstep could lead to my death. I would not let that happen - not after all I had be
Leah POVI turned around to find the owner of the calm voice. It was a young woman, standing at the counter with a smile on her face. She was very beautiful and looked elegant. She was also holding a baby in her arms with a tired look on her beautiful face. “Amelia,” one of them called out. Who was she? She was staring at me with a weird expression. “I'm Amelia, my Luna, and the healer of this pack,” she introduced herself, bringing forth her hand for a handshake. I accepted the handshake, not expecting to see her. She looked so young, I wondered if she was even up to twenty. How did she become a healer so fast? I knew there were young healers but she had to be the youngest I have come in contact with. “I'm Le… I mean Anne,” I said. What the hell? I almost gave out my real name. “It seems you have caused quite a bit of ruckus,” she said, glancing at the mob of people listening in on our conversation. It seemed that way. I walked back to the sitting area and sat down. She joined
Damian POV We got to the mansion while I sent a message to Connor. We needed all hands if this plan was going to work. Stephanie was already waiting for me when we arrived. I had told her the message I got through the mind link the minute I got it. “What's the plan?” She walked up to me. “Let's go inside,” I grumbled, going into the house. “What is she doing with you?” She hissed in annoyance. Without turning, I knew who she was talking about. “Not now,” I told her, going straight into my office. They joined me, including Anne, which I was not expecting. Marcus gave me a look and I ignored him. “Where the hell is Connor?” I grumbled. Just then, he entered the office, looking disheveled and smelling of a female. Was he… I lost the train of thought and gave Anne a sharp look. She glanced at him but turned away after seeing how he looked. Her sense of smell might be dull but I was sure she could smell the foreign fragrance on him. Why was I even thinking about that? It wa