Selena's POV It seems like I was going to wait until eternity before Lillian comes with the news she said she had for me. Right now, I was in the dark alley, leaning against the wall, thinking of the kind of news I would be hearing from her. All I wanted was to know if Alpha Jasper was on the hunt for the killer of Anna's parents and then I would learn how to strategize properly. Because of this, I have been unable to come up with a contingent plan and I hope when Lillian comes around, I will get what I want. “Why is she taking time? She better come forward with news for me otherwise she would pay dearly for keeping me waiting in vain.” I said, anger seeping through me. Suddenly, my mind went to Elena. “I wouldn't be waiting for news, she would bring it to me even without asking. She was so efficient but I can't risk it… I made the best decision anyone would have taken if she was in my place.” I muttered, tugging my hair. Just when I was about to step out of the a
Alpha Jasper's POV Tapping my fingers against the table, I kept staring at the door Anna had walked through a few moments ago. Earlier, it took all that I had in me not to yell at her for trusting so blindly. What am I even saying, even a blind man would be able to know Lillian was up to no good. “My lord, the captive, Felix, still insists that he knows nothing about the death of Cyrus. What should we do to him? He has refused to have food and water despite the fact that he was given preferential treatment.” Beta Jacob said. “Let him be then.” I replied. Right now, I have something more important to worry my head about rather than thinking about Felix. Because of his innocence, I had ordered that he should be given preferential treatment but since he wants to take my leniency for granted, I wouldn't pay head to whatever he had to say. “My lord, the meeting with the elders…” “Adjourn it, I have something more important to dwell on.” I didn't wait for him to give a r
Alpha Jasper's POV For more than five minutes I was staring at Lillian's corpse. Not even in my thoughts did I regret sending her to the world beyond. I had promised Anna that I was going to take care of her and protect her and so I wouldn't mind killing thousands just to see that she isn't hurted. “It wouldn't be long before Selena decides to show up and then we would have the final showdown.” The thought of it made a coy smile appear on my lips. Until then, she would need to have someone to help in getting information, who could that be? Pondering on this, my mind went to Maya. Among all those that were close to Anna, she was the only one alive and so she would likely be the next target. “Let's see if she falls victim or not.” I muttered, already anticipating the drama that was sure to unfold very soon. Before joining Anna in the chambers, I made sure I wiped my hand thoroughly to get rid of every blood. When I got in, I pushed the door gently so as not to
Anna's POV My whole body was aching. It was as if I had engaged in some sort of manual labor all through the night and now I was facing the aftermath of it. Grabbing my head which was banging and was at the verge of splitting open,I tried to sit up but my bones were too frail, making me fall back into the bed. “Lillian.” I muttered. She ought to be here by now, the sun rays were already seeping through the curtains. Suddenly, my hands brushed against a warm body, and with the strength which I didn't know I possessed, I turned in the opposite direction, locking eyes with Alpha Jasper who was smiling at me. “How are you feeling my lady?” He asked, pushing my hair away from my face. “I'm aching all over.” I mumbled, wincing to drive home my point. “Had it been you allowed me to call the physician, you would have been whole by now.” He said through gritted teeth. Now standing next to me, he helped me sit and then propped me on the pillows. “I will go get the phys
Alpha Jasper's POV When Anna slumped, I was quick to reach out to her and scoop her into my arms. I was already expecting something of this sort to happen and so I wasn't surprised, rather I was mad at myself. Mad at myself that I didn't try to prevent this, despite knowing that she needed to see the physician as soon as possible. Anna was stubborn, except she was forced to do something, she wouldn't. I knew, but I didn't do anything, instead, I allowed her to have her way. Immediately I arrived at the physician's quarters, I was ushered in and at once I opted to place Anna on the bed but she slid through my hand to the floor. Surprised, I stood aside watching her glare at me. “What did you just do?” I asked, looking her over. Up until now, I had no idea she was awake. “I told you I don't want to see a physician, I'm fine.” She snapped. “You're not.” I retorted, trying to hold her hands but she veered backwards. “I'm fine, I already told you that time without
Anna's POV The reaction to the news of my pregnancy came from two sides; happy and sad. Happy because Alpha Jasper wouldn't have to face the elders' backlash anymore and also, I was going to birth the next ruler of the pack. Sad, because it made me remember the circumstances that led to the death of my first seed, hence making fear creep into me. Despite all Alpha Jasper's assurance, I was still scared. I was going to ensure that I protect the growing child with all I have in me. “My lord, I will take my leave now.” Beta Jacob said and after a curt bow, he began to head towards the exit only to stop abruptly. “The elders had requested to meet unfailingly tomorrow to discuss the rogues, what should I do?” He asked. “Fix it.” He nodded and within five seconds, he was out of the chamber, leaving me and Alpha Jasper. Rubbing my stomach with a little smile on the side of my lips, I tried to sit up but Alpha Jasper was quick to come and assist me. “Thank you.” I sai
Anna's POV The look on his face showed his displeasure with my request and I began to wonder why. Maya was my friend and in fact the only person that was close to me at the moment so I wasn't wrong requesting her presence. “Are you suspecting her too?” I couldn't help but to ask, trying to bottle up my anger in case my inquiry turned out to be positive. “I don't trust anyone.” He replied nonchalantly. “Maya is my friend…” “Lillian was your right hand maid whom you trusted and even went ahead to defend even after learning about her crime. I don't trust anyone.” He snapped. This was an argument I couldn't win over and also don't want to talk about. If only they didn't give in to being manipulated by Selena, I bet they would still be living by now, so I believed it wasn't their fault. “Maya had been with me for several years and even had unfinished scores to settle with Selena. She isn't a spy and would never be a spy.” I said in her defense. This time around
Selena's POV Immediately my eyes fluttered open this morning, Lillian was the first person that came to my mind. Still laying on my back with my gaze fixed on the ceiling, I had my hands crossed on my chest thinking of the perfect way to punish her. If she wouldn't be able to carry on with my instructions, she would have told me from the very beginning but she didn't. “I'm not going to spare her when she finally comes around.” I hissed, pushing my hand into my hair. After my morning routine, I sat behind the mirror, a bright smile etched on my lips as I combed through my hair. My beauty which I got from my parents' unique gene was something I was proud of and I wouldn't mind flaunting it everywhere I go. “It wouldn't hurt to say I was the prettiest lady in the pack.” I said only to start chuckling. Still smiling, I styled my hair all the while thinking of Alpha Jasper standing behind me and helping me style my hair in whatever way he wanted. My smile disappear