Jackson's POVWhen a puppy is barking, you already know it is harmless, so there is no need for alarm. However, if it persists, its teeth should be removed before it goes wild.I knew Rick was no match for me, not now, and not even in the future. He knew it too. He knew there was no way he could put up a fight against me without restricting my freedom. That was why he had to set up a dangerous trap for me. I blamed myself a little for being careless though. But what he did not know was that, no matter where I was, whether I was locked up or not, there was no limit to my influence all over the wolfpacks.My status as the Alpha of the biggest wolfpack was not just a charade, and I was not just occupying the position because there was nothing else for me to do. My eyes could see near and far, and my ears were all over the place. He had forgotten how fast I could end his game without even lifting a finger.I had deliberately allowed him to bask in his extracurricular glory for that moment
Rick’s POVBefore I began this long term dream, I knew what I was getting into, I was aware of everyone's abilities and influences. Most especially, Alpha Jackson. I knew what he was capable of doing. He would not think twice before getting rid of those who stand as a threat to him or his wolfpack pack, he was a strong and dangerous man, I had done my research.But the moment Jackson found Amanda again, in the bid to win her over and make up for his last mistake, he became more friendly and as hot headed as he used to be. He did that for Amanda, it was easy for him to. What challenged me the most was the fact that he was more tender with Amanda compared to me, I could not stand that.He had been a part of my plan from the beginning, I had a role for him to play in it without even involving him. I knew he would find out eventually, he was an intelligent man. But before he does, I knew I would have gone far with my plans and I would even be the new official Alpha by then. Whatever his c
Amanda's POVBeing helpless could breed a head-splitting frustration. You can't go back, and you can't move forward, yet, you are unable to save yourself from your current situation. What could be more exhausting than that? While I kept telling myself that everything happens for a reason, I was also convinced that I was cursed.From the day I was born up until this moment, it has been from one struggle to another, there was never a day of rest for me, except the years I spent in the real human world, there were days of imbalances too, but it was never harsh like it does here, even among my kinds.What broke my heart most, was the fact that I was now watching my kids joining the train of course. I never wanted to have them experience such a life. I wanted them to have a peaceful life, to live an ordinary normal life like we did in the real human society. But since we returned to the wolf pack to live with our kind, it was becoming impossible for us to live the simple and peaceful life
Amanda's POVIgnorance is not what should be entertained at any point. Although, in my case, not knowing anything about my true self kept me safe all these years. However, when an ignorant person is surrounded by greedy mouths, safety would no longer be a guarantee.All my life, I had no idea what power I possessed. I have always known that I was born scentless. It was not supposed to be a reason for hatred, but since everyone has a scent, being different made it difficult for me to be accepted anywhere. I have faced endless shame and humiliation because of being scentless. In fact, the situation at the moment generated from that. Because if I had scent, my mate would not have rejected me many years ago and I wouldn't find myself with Rick or this frustrating state.But who would have thought that the scentless wolf had such great power? The same person everyone had rejected? Even myself, I couldn't believe it. I was never aware of it.But Rick, who with an eagle's eyes, discovered th
Amanda's POVNo matter how loud the storm is, when the right time for peace arrives, it will surely calm down. Some minutes ago, I was a raging storm, and I became a needy child who wanted the attention of his father. Like a swift, Jackson appeared and calmed down my storm, and then he became the father who was attending to me.Even if I won't be loved tomorrow, at least, I have the gift of this moment. Someone was there to calm my storm. The man from before. A walking peace. Beauty can't be more than this. Maybe for other people, It won't be enough, but for me, this was what I would call beautiful beauty, very much enough to quench my worries.At a point, I would even feel like he was being gentle deliberately so thF he could disappear and make suffer for keeping him hanging for too long.Jackson carried me away in his arms to where the care was parked. It was about a thirty minute walk from the hideout. I expected him to drop me soon, but he carried me until we got to the car. He pl
Amanda's POVAfter a long day, I would usually take a cold shower and apply joint balm on my body before retiring to rest in bed. It was always helpful, as long as I did it well. But it does not look like I would be using that. After all the stress of fighting with the rogues at the hideout, and all the emotional breakdown while I was looking for Sarah and Timothy, I was mentally, physically and emotionally drained. I needed rest or that cold shower. Just anything that could help me ease off.But the moment Jackson kissed me, I just knew in my heart that I will not have to depend on any of that to get better. There was something about the way he kissed me everytime that relaxed my body. I was never able to understand what it was. I remember telling him that he was a good kisser one of the days he kissed me at Reya's house, but that was just sarcasm. I have now realized that it was more than being a good kisser. It could be because we were mates. Maybe it was because we originally belo
Rick's POVI have always believed that it is okay to fail, even if it happens repeatedly. But what is not okay, is giving up. Failing does not make one a failure, giving up does. Although, I knew that there are times that one just needs to quit if the adventure begins to threaten one’s life and safety. But for me, it was not the right time to quit yet. I did not come this far to give up.Truly, it upsets me and pisses me off to watch Jackson getting out of the trap I had set for him, and Amanda escaping from where I had ordered my men to take her. But, I believed there would always be another packed with another opportunity for me to strike them again. And I wouldn't even miss it for anything. I was already in a desperate situation, I won't even think about going backward for any reason. This has always been my dream. To dethrone Alpha Thor and become the Alpha and I have achieved one of it. I still needed Amanda to complete the other plans, she had a role to play too.It was reported
Amanda's POVAn ordinary nap could turn into a deep slumber sometimes. You won't even realize it before you drift into a deep soul-suiting sleep. And wouldn't take that long sleep after the rigorous exercise Jackson and I had before I slept off. There is a difference between love making and having sex. What we had earlier was magical and I will continue to remember it for the rest of my existence.The cool breeze poured into the room through the window atop the huge bed, everytime it settled on my bare skin, I felt myself waking up slowly. It was like being in the dream land and hoping to catch up with what's happening in the land of the living at the same time. Slowly, my sleepy eyes were awakened and I was the Jackson towered next to me sleeping soundly. It was the first time I saw him looking so calm, he looked a lot different from when he was awake and in his Alpha skin. That sight was worth paying to watch.His contoured face was neatly assembled like the work of art and his jawl