~~~Julian's Pov I laid in bed with Elana curled up to my side. One arm underneath my head and the next one wrapped around her. I couldn't sleep. It was three in the morning. I was thinking about her. I cursed underneath my breath. Despite taking Elana to bed I still didn't feel satisfied. Call me insatiable I don't care. I still needed her. I got out of bed and took a quick shower, put on a pair of sweats and went out to the balcony. I needed air. I needed to clear my head. How do I get her out of my head? I'm not sure I want to see her again. I shouldn't see her again. Sigh, fuck me. I rub my temples trying to free my mind of all the anxiety that was slowly building up. Focus Julian, just focus. Your pack needs you now right now. No room for emotions. I stayed outside till the sun came up. I walked back into the bedroom to see Elana getting out of bed. She reached for her silk robe off the bed head and put it on, she tied the strings to complete the procedure. Her nipple jutted thr
"Thanks dad, you don't look too bad yourself either." Getting a chuckle from him."Thanks Scar." Kissing my temple. "Let's get this night over with with no interruptions. Is your brother coming?" "Yes. I'm going to call him. I'll be right back. Just go ahead." I told them as I was making my way upstairs to call Pierce. That asshole! "Pierce! Pierce!" I yelled his name through out the hall ways. I approached his bedroom door and didn't bother to knock. I turn the door handle and walked in. I saw Pierce putting on his jacket. He looked so handsome. Like a true Alpha to be."Damn cat woman you don't knock anymore? You nearly gave me a heart attack standing there taking in all this good lookingness. You could've just asked." He said flashing his killer smile where the dimples were prominent in each cheek. I gave him a quizzical look not sure how I wanted to answer him."Damn cat woman you don't knock anymore? You nearly gave me a heart attack standing there taking in all this good looki
I furrowed my brows together thinking whether I should help out the old man or not. But what about my own pack? Who will look after them? "With all due with respect Alpha Caine but I can't accept your offer. I have my own pack to look after. I'm pretty sure you understand that." I stared at him. His expression neutral."Yes Julian am fully aware of the fact that you have your own pack. I'm not saying you should leave your pack and take over mine while am gone. I'm saying that it would be helpful if you could pop in and see how Pierce is handling the duties of being an Alpha. Teach him to be a true Alpha" He explained to me. "At least think about it." Damn I didn't want this. But I do have a question to ask. He rose from his chair and went over to his desk where he was shuffling through some stack of papers."I have question Alpha Caine." He looked up from his task and stared at me with intent. "What is it that you want me to teach Pierce that he wouldn't already learn from you?"The
~~~Scarlett ' s Pov Pierce and I stood at the bar closer to the exit. I was laughing uncontrollably as he was telling me some silly joke about what girls do to get his attention. Little bastard. "Let's go for a dance Scar." He said pulling me on the dance floor where other couples were dancing. I forgot what a good dancer he is sometimes. We danced till the song ended. I told Pierce thanks before making way off the dance floor. I felt someone tugged on my hand."Pierce I told you no more dances." I groaned."Good, because I'm not Pierce." I turned around as soon as I heard what the deep and sexy male voice said. My mouth went dry as I saw who it was. Julian. He looked devilishly handsome in his all black suit that clung to his massive chest that had been customized for his frame only. He stood a good height of 6'9 towering over me. I felt small under his watchful gaze and his freakishly tall height was intimidating. His perfectly disheveled hair fell around his face nicely and hi
~~~Scarlett ' s Pov Pierce and I stood at the bar closer to the exit. I was laughing uncontrollably as he was telling me some silly joke about what girls do to get his attention. Little bastard. "Let's go for a dance Scar." He said pulling me on the dance floor where other couples were dancing. I forgot what a good dancer he is sometimes. We danced till the song ended. I told Pierce thanks before making way off the dance floor. I felt someone tugged on my hand."Pierce I told you no more dances." I groaned."Good, because I'm not Pierce." I turned around as soon as I heard what the deep and sexy male voice said. My mouth went dry as I saw who it was. Julian. He looked devilishly handsome in his all black suit that clung to his massive chest that had been customized for his frame only. He stood a good height of 6'9 towering over me. I felt small under his watchful gaze and his freakishly tall height was intimidating. His perfectly disheveled hair fell around his face nicely and hi
~~~Julian's Pov I still hadn't told Chazz about my mate. We went on our usual morning run in our wolf form, dashing and sprinting through the woods. It was exhilarating as Chazz and I were racing to the river that lay ahead. Chazz and I rushed out of the woods the exact same time and leap in the river howling at the cold temperature it was in. I came out of the river and shaking my grey fur before shifting back into human form. I put on the shorts that lay on the cool grass. Chazz was enjoying his time in the river, he shortly came out as he waggle his white fur splashing droplets of water onto my dry skin. I let out a curse and he laughed."So what happened to you last night?" He asked sheepishly. "And dont lie Jules I'm not stupid.""The Alpha wants me to oversee his pack." I stated coolly."Why? Doesn't he have a son for that?" Chazz asked incredulously."Yes, he does. But he doesn't think he's ready. Don't worry I'm thinking about it." Chazz took a deep breath before answering,
~~~Scarlett's PovI punched the punching bag that hung from the ceiling in the gym. My gloves connecting with the object rapidly, one jab after the other. Sweat beaded at my forehead. My arms felt swore but I didn't care. I swing my leg toward the bag kicking it like my life depended on it. I didn't pay attention to the other pack members around me. I needed to burn some steam and probably to stop think about Julian.I looked at the tangible object one last time before punching it rapidly again. My chest was heaving hard, as my lungs wanted to catch air into them. My eyes heated as I brought my fists toward the hard spongy material, hitting it firmly causing the bag to move back and forth. I took my gloves off and place them in the dispenser. I headed back to my station where I collected my bag off the ground and headed through the door. I place my bag on my shoulder while rummaging through it to find my ipod.I had a strong belief that music is life and when it hits you feel no pain.
We arrived at Club 876 to see a long line of patrons waiting to go inside. "Great how are we going to get in now?" Nina groaned as I parked the car in an empty slot. That was a good question. "Just have some faith." I told her in my cheery voice."Fine." She muttered. We got out the car and headed toward the line. Everyone was staring. Including the bouncer at the door."Well well well isn't it Scarlett Ross." The bouncer said as he place both hands infront of him like a secret agent. I looked closely at the man in front of me and smiled as I recognize his face."J.T is that you?" Laughing as I approached him."Long time no see. How you doing?" He said. He was a big guy with big muscles and he wore a full black suit adorned with a pair of black ray bands that hid his eyes."I'm good. Just came to have a good time. Can you squeeze me and my best friend in J.t?" I asked giving him my best puppy dog eyes while pouting my lip at him. "Anything for the future Luna. Enjoy your night ladi
Seven Months Later with baby in tow...*** Scarlett's PovHit.My body convulsed at the wave of pain that woke me in the middle of night. I removed the covers and turn on the lamp that sat on top of the night stand. I look down on my bed where I was sitting, where a liquid substance was covering my legs and the sheets. Hit.I was breathing heavily right now. Sweat bedded my forehead, as it was run down the sides of my face. I scream out so loud that I think Julian could've heard it all the way in England. Ugh! Fucking England! After Julian's proposal on the boat, we decided it would be a good idea to get married before the baby was born. So we did. During our reception, Julian received an emergency call that he was needed immediately to take care of some pack issues in England. Something about rogues attacking the city and killing innocent civilians.Knowing my husband, he was quick to assist Uncle Thorn because he was the only father figure he knew. Which meant he respected him en
*** Julian's Pov I've been up since morn' making the necessary preparations for Scarlett's big surprise. Last night had a big one for me and Scarlett, I confessed that I slept with Elana. If I want this relationship to work, I have to be honest with her. I don't want her to look at me like I disappointment, a liar moreover a possible regret. I don't want her to regret that she's my mate. I have to come clean and hope whatever the outcome is, I will still have her in my life. But before I could do that, I have to ensure that I straighten things out with the members of the Ross's family. I know how family is a big thing for Scarlett so I wanted to ensure everything was good with them.I was currently in the living room of the Ross's household sitting opposite from her parents.."How can we trust that you won't hurt my daughter again Julian?" Mrs. Ross questioned me with a stern expression on her face. Her arms were folded across her chest."You have to trust me that nothing like that
I quickly turn away from his smoldering gaze because I didn't want him to see the truth in my eyes. I squeeze my eyes shut from keeping the tears from falling.He walked over to where I was standing and spin me around to face him. He captured my hands in a tight grip, holding them close to his chest. I looked up at him with my eyes filled with emotion. "Are you sleeping with him, Scarlett?" He asked softly. "What?" I whispered in shock. "You heard me. Now answer the question." He urged.His granite expression meant that he was serious. I snatched my hands out of his steel like grip and crack my hand against his cheek. "How dare you insult me the way you just did. I'm not sleeping with him you bastard, you and I are not in the same category Mr. Cesario. Furthermore, I'm pregnant you insensitive asshole!"I examined my bruised hand, looking at the purple faded scars that were now left there. I turned my back to him as I rubbed my hand to ease the pain."You're pregnant?" I didn't ans
***Julian's Pov It was minutes to eight when Chazz and I pulled up to the Ross's mansion. The parking lot was full with all sorts of expensive looking cars and limousines that were lined up neatly on the asphalt ground. Valets conglomerated outside the Ross's mansion entrance patiently awaiting the arrival of guests and celebrities to attend the gala of the century. I brought my vehicle at a stop at the entrance, where a valet was readily waiting upon our arrival. Chazz and myself, along with two other men, for security purposes, exited the car. I throw the young valet my keys and warned him not to let anything happen to my vehicle, or else he wouldn't like the consequences. The young lad paled at my comment, nodding his head that he understood what I was saying to him. I shake my head at the young man as he was clearly about to collapse under my strict gaze.Chazz came out the car along with the other two men. I went around to the passenger side and the valet went around the drive
***Scarlett's PovIt had been two hours since my mother decided to drag me out of my bed to look at the various dresses down in the living room for tonight's gala. I wasn't impressed with any of the choices that the stylist had picked. Albeit I was two months pregnant and going, I didn't want my baby bump to be showing to the public as yet. I mean, a pregnant Luna without her mate wasn't what I was going for. Believe it or not people love to talk. I just didn't want to be the main topic of their idle gossip tonight."Sweetheart," my mother called me from my thoughts. "You need to pick a dress." I was sitting on the couch in our living room. The stylist had about six different racks of beautiful dresses. Maybe if I'd actually paid attention I could actually pick something nice. But I didn't want to go for nice tonight. I wanted to go for jaw - dropping - I - don't - look - like - I'm - two - months - pregnant look. Or was that too much? Either way, I made my way over to the stainless
*** Friday Evening 6:02pm...I was tired. I'd just finish helping Nina and Pierce work on their choreography for tomorrow's gala in the studio of the pack house. I grab my bottle of water from beside the stero system and gulp it down generously. "Easy tiger." My brother teased.I flipped him my middle finger as I took the last gulp of my water and blech. "Oops, sorry bro." I quickly cover my mouth embarrassed at what I just did."Nasty." He made a face as he glared at me up and down. "Just nasty.""Shut up fool." I playfully slapped his arm and laughing."Okay, we're heading out Scar." Nina gave me a quick hug and peck my cheek. "Thanks again babe." "See you later sis." Pierce ruffled my hair."Asshole." I muttered. "Love you too." He chuckle as he walked out the studio door with Nina in tow.I sat on the chair that was in the room. Ever since last week till now, I've been taking care of myself. I don't worry about anything much right now. Every now and then, I think about him, and
We stood in Scarlett's room. She was still sleeping, she seem to have impove because color was returning to her skin.Couple seconds later, Dr. Jackson appeared in the room."Morning everyone." She acknowledges us. We quickly mumble the same greeting back to her."So we've run some tests, and Scarlett is fine and healthy." She informed all of us. Everyone was super relieve to hear the good news, especially my mother. "Oh thank God." My mother breathed as she place her hand over her chest."However, we did come across something else though." There was a deafening silence in the room."What is it doctor?" Dad spoke up for us."Well you see, Nina told us that she fainted as well as her skin tone was pale. Her blood count was low too. She hasn't been properly eating either, and she seem a bit stressed as well."Nobody spoke. We weren't really sure where she was going with this."We found out that Scarlett is pregnant." "Oh my God, doctor." My mother was once again relieved. "This is t
***Alpha Caine's PovMy wife and I sat in the canteen of the Watson's Memorial Hospital drinking a hot cup of steaming coffee. She held the coffee mug with both of her hands staring at it impassively."Katerina," I started off. She still stared at her mug in her hands. "Talk to me." I took my hands and grasp hers, giving her a tight squeeze for reassurance that I was here for her."How are you so calm about this, Caine?" She mumbled finally looking into my tired eyes. "I know my daughter. She's a fighter just like her mom." I gave her a small smile. She shakes her head. "I just want my little girl to be okay.""And what makes you think our little girl won't be okay?" I didn't like the fact that my wife was harboring doubts that Scarlett wasn't going to be okay. Is not like she had cancer, and she'll be losing the hair on her head anytime soon. God forbid man, she just fainted. For some strange reason I wasn't worried. Why? I didn't know."I'm just scared, okay!" She affirms. "Baby
I was in deep sleep. Sleeping away my pain, my humiliation, my pride and my broken heart. I couldn't believe this. God, I messed up big time. No mate. No love. No nothing. My senses felt numb. My eyes sore due to the heavy flooding of tears I was shedding. "Come to bed Julian." That one line was on constant replay in my mind. Like a scratch record. My brain failed to erase it. It was a just a reminder of how badly I'd fucked up. "Scarlett!" I heard someone calling my name. I didn't pay it any mind. Didn't want to acknowledge it."Scarlett Ross!" The person sounded again."Wake up!" I groaned at this intruder who was breaking me from my slumber of thoughts. I didn't want my best friend to see me like this, vulnerable, pathetic and weak. But what could I do, he's my mate for christ sakes. But it was already too late, Nina had burst through my door fuming, I'd imagined."Oh my God, Scarlett..." She whispered as she came closer to my bed and looked at my current state. She sat down on