Rick's POVSecrets and conspiracies live in the most uptight environment. On the surface, things are moving well, there is friendship and loyalty between allies. But in reality, a lot of unknown atrocities and betrayal is taking place behind the scenes.Just like now, it would surprise everyone to find out that the enemy was within us all along.After the rogues attacked Alpha Thor and ran off, I suggested that I would go with the werewolves that had been assigned to go after the rogues.It was not out of concern though, I just wanted to find answers to things that seem suspicious to me.I led the werewolves into the forest, it was strange to me that I agreed to go with them. Even though I was not an Alpha, as the heir to the Gama, I was not to participate in such a task again. Others might also think it was weird, but I care less about it. I needed to get answers.The rogues were seen running towards the forest, the one rogue that had a strong special scent was the one I was after, a
Amanda's POVThe easiest way to make mistakes in life is to start concerning yourself with what the world has to say about you. However, if one desires to live a peaceful life, you must ignore the unnecessary side talk.People don't usually have a retentive memory for good things especially the good things done by the person they have rejected.I realized that no matter how I tried my best to be seen in a different light, they would never stop discriminating against me and my kids. So I stopped caring about their hateful words and focused on myself and things that are important. And of course, I mean my kids and my fashion store.Rick had sent an invitation to go out with him. He must be suffering from amnesia, or maybe he was just being persistent. Because I have repeatedly asked him to stay away from me, but he just won't listen. It is quite hard to move on when the other party keeps showing up to your face or they keep finding ways to get back into your life.Allowing Rick back int
Rick's POVIt was Amanda's birthday, I had always tried my best to make it fun in the past. These days we hardly talk, she does not want to see me anywhere around her. But then, I still wanted to be there for her today, maybe I could win her over again. Today being a special day in her life, she would not want to pick a fight. On my way to her, I stopped by a bakery.She loved red velvet and chocolate cakes. I got a box of each flavor for her. I was happy driving down to her.Once I was there, I knocked on the door several times but there was no response, it seems no one was in the house. I went around through the other side of the building, everywhere was dead silent.The house was empty. Without much thought, I knew Amanda must have gone out somewhere with Jackson. I was furious. I particularly asked her to come out with me but she never replied to my text message, which means she did not want to go with me. And now she was out with that sonofabitch. Has he always been on her mind?
Amanda's POVAlthough it was my birthday, I was not expecting anything special or a peaceful day. I knew it would be another regular day, where someone disrespectful interrupts my day, someone like Rick.But what I did not expect was a proposal from him. It was shocking and hilarious at the same time.“I can't. It's not possible” I rejected his proposal outrightly. His pitiful expression quickly changed to anger and displeasure.If he actually thought that I would say yes to his proposal, he must have thought too low of me. And if I had accepted him, I would be disappointing myself and throwing myself off to be disrespected.Rick became furious, I could see the veins on his neck rising and falling, he held his hands in a fist like was going to punch me in my face.I guess he lost the strength to keep persuading me, he picked the cake boxes and walked away from me. When he got to the , he disposed of the cakes and the ring in the trash can.It was unbelievable. I have never seen this s
Amanda's POVThe evening was slowly closing up, I wanted to get home before the kids so I could prepare dinner for us. I left Jackson and I came home directly. When I approached the house, I noticed something was not right, like someone was trying to break into the house. I was afraid, going closer could be dangerous, but I still wanted to get closer anyway. I wanted to be aware of what I was afraid of.I hurried a little closer, taking each step carefully like someone who was sneaking out. But then I realised that no one was trying to break in, it was Rick who was there. Maybe he had waited all along, I had no idea. But when I saw the rage etched around his mouth, I knew that there was a problem.“Why have you been all evening?” He yelled out like an abusive husband asking his wife why the soup was salty.“Number one, you will not raise your voice at me when next you get the opportunity to talk to me. Secondly, what right do you have to query me? What does any of my business have to
Amanda's POVThere are animals in the human body. What I mean to say is that there are people who are deliberately Monstrous and wicked, but you will never know until a specific time because they have been hiding behind a mask all along. Rick was one of these people.How else can I describe a person who forcefully invites his ex-girlfriend to his engagement ceremony just to humiliate her? It was not just a wicked thing to do; and it was childish and immature. And on top of that, he openly threw it at my face without hiding it. Maybe he was tired of pretending, and it must have been so difficult for him. Being pretentious is a draining act. You must be who you are, not always around the person you try to impress.And he did not do this for a month or a few months. He pretended for almost five years! And up until the day I caught him with Judy, he never gave me any reason to doubt it. He was absolutely a creative pretender. I have to give him that credit.I now understand that each day
Amanda's POVThe beauty in the little things we do for others is immeasurable. Every little act of kindness counts.When someone remembers your birthday, gives you your favourite sweet gum, does the little things that seem insignificant for you, all of these warms the heart more than anything ambiguous.When we came out of the car, Timothy and Sarah were already waiting with gifts for me. I was flushed with happiness and joy. Although my birthday had passed, I was not expecting anything again, but Jackson and the kids managed to surprise me with this.I had so many birthday celebrations in the past. Rick tried his best to give good memories too, even though they were not real. But right now, I have never been so pleased like this.“Hmm…since Sarah and Timothy missed your birthday, we decided to do this. I hope we are able to warm your heart”“Really?” I exclaimed! “This is lovely. How did you do this in such a short time?” I asked again amidst excitement.There was no need to even ask
Jackson's POVWhat I did to Amanda years was horrible, I admit it was out of ignorance, but then if she decided not to forgive me, I deserved it.However, in the last couple of days, I have been spending time with her and our kids. She has now calmed down. I guess seeing Rick's true colour was a tip for me, since she was now separated from him, I took the opportunity to make up for the past.Even if she eventually disagreed to be my Luna, I still wanted to spend the rest of my life making up for my past mistake. I wanted to take responsibility and be available to protect both her and our kids.After leaving the horrible children's play party that Rick organised and called it an engagement ceremony, I took Amanda to where Timothy and Sarah were already waiting for us. We wanted to surprise her even though her birthday was already a few days ago.Seeing the joy in her eyes and how pleased she was when we got there made me happy and proud that I had asked the kids to surprise her.But af