Maya's POV After leaving the Blackwood Pack, I arrived at the Moonlight Pack, hoping to reunite with my friend and also congratulate her for getting reunited with her mate only to be greeted with the most devastating news. With the way her mother had treated me a month ago, I was supposed to resent her but I didn't even for once, instead I felt pity for her. When Anna told me about her visit when she had asked her to leave the palace, I knew that she wasn't the one speaking. She had taken the place of someone who had a louder voice. Staring down at Anna who was cuddled on the bed after I had struggled to lead her back to the palace, my heart fell into my stomach and I exhaled. Things weren't looking good and I wished I could rectify all these but I had no power to do so. Ever since Anna got sold to Alpha Jasper, it had been from one problem to another and it seemed like it wasn't going to end anytime soon. “Anna, I will take my leave now. I don't want Alpha Jasper to meet
Selena's POV Lying on my back, my door creaked open. Since my father wasn't around, I knew it was Elena so I didn't act like she had walked in, I continued staring at the ceiling with my lips caged in my lips. When the news of Alice’s death got to me, I was glad because the job had been done but when I heard that she was stabbed, my happy countenance disappeared. This was one of the reasons why I prefer running my stuff myself without involving a third party. When Alice threatened to reveal everything we had done to Alpha Jasper and then beg her daughter for forgiveness, I was furious. Despite my pleas, she kept acting dogmatically so I had to involve her husband was ever ready to do a job provided money was attached to it. “My lady, Maya from the palace is here to see you,” Elena said with her head bowed to the ground, and at once I sprang up, a coy smile playing on my lips. This was a pleasant surprise to me. Maya was my last card so I was already plotting ways on how
Cyrus POV With my back resting against the wall, I had my hand across my chest as I stared at the knife that I had used in stabbing Alice. Smirking, I tilted my head to the side with my eyes tightly closed. The plan was to make Alice all fired up and then at night, I was going to strangle her in her sleep so it would look like a natural death but things didn't go as planned. Alice was acting like she was going to carry on with her threat the next second and if I dared delay, I would be in great trouble, that was why I resorted to stabbing her. Snapping my head eyes opened, they immediately fell on the knife and a pang of guilt washed through me. After losing my mate, Alice had been the only one that had made me mentally stable. Despite my bad habit of gambling, she still held on to me like I was her second skin. Killing her was the height of my betrayal. Suddenly, the guilt that was gnawing on me disappeared and then I leaned forward, grasping the knife as if my life depende
Selena's POV On hearing this, the anger which I was trying to bottle up exploded, and at once I turned in his direction with a look of spite and anger. If I could kill with my looks, not only was I going to stab him, but I was going to dice his body into pieces and then mash it so there wouldn't be any trace of his existence anymore. “You're disgusting.” I spat in his face, making him stumble backward with his hands still stuck in his pockets. Knowing he was going to come around for the reward I had promised him, I had asked Elena to keep watch and inform me of his arrival. When she informed me earlier, I was still thinking of the perfect way to pin the crime on Alpha Jasper, and I was angry about the interruption, but still, I had to go meet with him. Seeing the grin on his face made me more livid. I already knew he was going to kill his wife since money was involved but I wasn't expecting him to go around with a look of accomplishment on his face. To say this man w
Cyrus's POV The look of fear mixed with horror on her face couldn't be missed. It was as if she was going to pass out the next minute but I wasn't bothered by it. We got into an agreement and it's right if we worked in accordance instead of playing games. “Let go of me this instant, otherwise, I will yell.” She snapped. When I still didn't let go of her, she cleared her throat, “Seems you have no idea you're in a different territory. If you're found here, you will be killed.” She said with a hard tone, still yet I was unmoved by it. She should be the one to be afraid and not me. At this point, I was at the verge of losing everything. I had killed my mate because of the promise of a handsome reward and now, it looked like I wasn't going to get it. The thought was driving me crazy with each passing minute. The only reason why I haven't lost it yet was because I believed it was just Selena toying with me. “Let go of me.” Selena hissed, trying to pull her hand from my grip. “I
Selena's POV It was more than three hours since Cyrus left, yet, I have been unable to get my mind off the conversation we had. I attest to the fact that we came to an agreement and if he had done the job as planned, I would have paid him without a hitch. Instead of strangling her, he stabbed her, making it obvious that she was killed. Had it been he had strangled her in her sleep, no one would be talking about her death — which was exactly what I wanted but he did the opposite of it. With frustration rushing through my veins, I plopped on the bed, my gaze on the hard wall as I thought hard about my next phase of action. Sitting back and doing nothing was going to be risky. I needed to do something as soon as possible before everything came to the limelight. “And to think he had the guts to accost me after flopping a simple job,” I said through gritted teeth, grasping the edge of my gown. The more I thought about it, the more angry I became. It wasn't long after this th
Anna's POV For more than an hour, I have been standing in the middle of my chambers, my hands across my chest as I stared into space. Mother's death had left me disoriented and at the same time, my head was running haywire with different thoughts I couldn't comprehend. Yelling out my lungs was my best option at this point but I didn't want to draw unnecessary attention to myself. With my eyes tightly shut, I balled my hands into a fist, my fingers piercing my palm and drawing out blood in the process. “Mother,” I called, hot tears rolling down my eyes. If I had known that our last meeting was indeed going to be the last one, I would have ensured I made it a memorable one. “Mother left without saying goodbye, she left without settling the rift that was blooming between us, she left without thinking twice…” I fell on my knees, sobbing uncontrollably. If I had the power of resurrection, I would have brought her back to life. Not only that, I will ensure the killer won't le
Anna's POV After Alpha Jasper took his leave, I was expecting Lillian to come around but she didn't. It seemed something else had taken her attention and so I had to mourn alone. Plopping on the bed, I exhaled, pushing my hand into my hair at the same time. Alpha Jasper no doubt was going to start an investigation from my stepfather. I was already itching to find who the killer was and I sincerely hope it doesn't turn out to be him. Exhaling, I fell on my back and the next minute, I was crawling to the head of the bed and immediately I got to my perfect spot, I pulled the blanket over my head and then shut my eyes, giving way to sleep. Several times, I tried thinking about something or anything but my mind was vague and soon I fell asleep. *** Treading carefully so I wouldn't hit my feet against any object on the road, I always pushed my hand forward so I wouldn't crash into anything that might cause injury to me. How did I get in here? That which I don't know and I since
Author's POV Months later… Sitting on the throne in the courtroom was Alpha Jasper who was wearing a worried look as he stared at the elders seated before him. As usual, they were whispering among themselves, making noise in the process since none of them were bold enough to bring up the topic. Shitting uncomfortably on his seat, Alpha Jasper shot his eyes tightly, trying not to show the extent of his worries but if he was carefully observed, it wouldn't go unnoticed. Before leaving the chambers, Anna had shown signs of labor and so he had sent for the physician who was on standby just in case something like this happened. “I hope nothing bad happens, I hope nothing bad happens, I hope nothing bad happens…” He kept on going over and over his words, hitting his fist against the arm of the chair. In his frustrated state, he didn't realize he was voicing it until Beta Jacob pointed it out to him and it was confirmed when he locked eyes with the elders who were staring.
Author's POV Watching the monster devour Selena who was struggling to get herself out of the cage was a relief to Alpha Jasper. Her cries and screams for help made a coy smile appear on his lips, his gaze never leaving her even for a second. “You should have stopped when I asked you to but you never listened.” He groaned, wiping off the splash of blood from his face. “My lord, here,” Beta Jacob said, placing a bowl of water in front of him so he would clean up. By the time he was done, the monster had finished devouring Selena and now it was purring in satisfaction. Still smiling, he pushed his hand into his pockets and then began to head towards the exit. On arrival at the chambers, the moment he pushed the door in, Anna, who had been pacing around with a worried look on her face, halted. “What is the issue?” He asked, peering at her with a raised brow. “Selena… what are you going to do with her.” She rapped while Alpha Jasper stared at her full lips. Unaw
Alpha Jasper's POV Grateful I have been able to prove to Anna that there was nothing going on between me and Selena, I turned towards her with a coy smile playing on my lips. “Are you okay?” I asked, running my fingers against her smooth arm. “Yeah, just a little bit tired. I will be perfectly okay when I have gotten enough rest.” She said in a reassuring tone. Nodding, I got off my seat and then pushed my hand towards her, “Let's go.” I said, helping her rise with my other hand. When she finally got off the seat with a lot of difficulty, I held her shoulder, helping her walk towards the door. “Thank you.” She said as we made our way through the hallway. “You don't have to thank me. I did what every other person who is in my place would do… so, it's not a big deal.” I said with a little laugh and she joined in. Still smiling, I patted her shoulders, hoping I would see someone around to help her to the chambers safely since Maya was still incapacitated. “Take h
Alpha Jasper's POV The more Selena tried to play the victim card on me, the angrier I became but I held myself back as I waited patiently for the physicians to arrive. By the time I was done dealing with her, Anna will have no choice but to believe and quit doubting me. After what seems like an eternity, the door of the courtroom caved in and almost immediately, Beta Jacob walked in, followed by her family physician. “Since you decided to involve your family physician, I think I should consider giving her the spot of the royal infirmary since you trust her more than the head physician.” I smacked my lips, drumming my finger against the arm of my seat. “I never doubted you, I just wanted my family physician to handle me since it had been her duty.” Selena said in her defense. “It's alright, please go ahead with it.” I gestured to the physician who immediately made her way to the middle of the courtroom. “My lord.” She bowed with her hands folded in front of her.
Anna's POV “Pregnant?” I mumbled, staring at Selena. With the way she has spoken, even though I didn't want to believe her claim, I had no choice but to do so. The look on her face was something I couldn't get off my mind despite all my efforts, it kept popping up, taunting me in the process. “She is pregnant.” I muttered again, staring at Alpha Jasper who had his back turned on me. At this point, I needed an explanation from him but it seems like I wasn't going to get it. No doubts, he was aware of it but he was acting like he had no idea. Clenching and unclenching my fists, I kept digging my teeth into my bottom lips, not minding the pains I was inflicting on myself. Why isn't he looking in my direction? Does it mean he is guilty of the allegation? — I pondered, shifting my gaze away from him momentarily. Slowly, the realization began to dawn on me. No wonder he had been postponing her punishment, always coming up with an excuse to push it aside. “I shou
Alpha Jasper's POV For the next few minutes they followed, I didn't react. I kept staring at Selena who was still struggling to get away from the guards who held her even more firmly. “What are you aiming at?” I asked, my gaze never leaving her. Her confession didn't shake me but I feared how Anna was going to react to it. Because of this, I didn't look in her direction, instead, I had my gaze on Selena. “Congratulations.” I said, hitting my palms together. “You have no idea what I’m talking about.” She yelled and with all the energy she could muster, she freed herself from the guards grip. “Don't come any closer.” She yelled at them when they attempted to hold her again. “Let her be.” I said only then did they retreat from her. Now in the middle of the courtroom, she pushed her hair away from her face and after arranging her dress, she straightened up. “It seems you didn't get what I said.” She said, rolling her eyes. “You said you're pregnant and I congr
Alpha Jasper's POV My words must have struck a chord in her because the look on her face was like she was going to pass out the next second. Selena being the cunny one must have come up with different things to wriggle herself out of my grip but not this time. Knowing this, I had braced myself up in readiness to square off with her until she exhausted every little tactic she was going to throw my way. “Should I prove you wrong?” I broke the silence in the courtroom. “I have no idea what you're talking about.” She rapped. “I still stand my ground that Anna is the one who framed me.” She pressed on. Snapping my fingers, Beta Jacob quickly rushed to my side, wielding the silver dagger we had recovered from the woods. “What about this?” I asked, waving the weapon above my head. “My dagger.” She cried out with a look of surprise on her face. In this case, a novice would think she was innocent. “Why was it in the woods?” “I have no idea. I have been searching for
Selena’s POV In a thousand years to come, I doubt if I will forget this day, the embarrassment and everything that came with it. The maids and guards whom I had once had control over were staring at me, pointing their fingers and at the same time making snide comments which I didn't want to hear. If I did, I doubt if I would let go easily. I will be prompted to teach one of them a lesson, thereby worsening my current situation. “What am I going to do now?” This was the only question ringing in my head. For Alpha Jasper to send Beta Jacob to come fetch me, that means he had strong evidence against me. “I should have stabbed her neck instead of her stomach. I know for sure, she wouldn't have survived it.” My eyes were already burning with hot tears which I wasn't going to allow to roll down. Showing my vulnerability would be the last thing I will do, I’d rather die than to do that. On getting to the courtroom, I took in a deep breath and immediately the doors were
Selena's POV With each step I took, it gradually began to dawn on me the deep mess I was in. It was as if I was in a dream, a bad dream which I was desperate to wake up from. Snapping my eyes shut, I took in a deep breath before opening them once more. “Father,” I muttered, biting my lower lips as anger mixed with hatred welled up inside of me. Yes! I understand he was mad at me; I was the one who made him lose his mate and also made him a laughing stock among the council of elders, but that doesn't mean he should push me off when he gets the slightest opportunity. With the way he had acted, it was apparent he had been waiting for the right time to get rid of me and immediately he got it, he didn't think twice. Blinking my eyes rapidly to send back the tears that had welled up in them, I remembered my mother. If only she was still here with us, this wouldn't be happening. She would have found a way to pull me out of this mess even if it meant placing her life on