Lia's pov I slowly came to, my mind foggy and my body feeling heavy. I tried to remember how I got there, but my memories were hazy. I recalled George waking me up in the morning, and then...and then something else. A needle was stabbed in my neck, then followed by a feeling of drowsiness washing over me. “George, what's going on?” I asked, but there was no response before my eyes finally welcomed the darkness. I groaned when I tried to open it. My eyes, the unending pain showing on my head. I tried to open up, and it was as though I was hit by a hammer. “What happened?” I asked, and there was almost no response, and the worst was yet to happen. I tried to move, but my body felt stiff and unresponsive. I looked down and saw that I was wrapped in robes, my arms and legs bound tightly. Panic set in as I realized I was a prisoner. But why was George doing this, was he this obsessed with suffering women until they died? Because I could feel life slowly slipping away from me.
Kira's povLevi was a completely different person these days. He was more caring and always took the time to take care of me and spend quality time with me.“You see, my plan worked perfectly well. I knew that things would fall into place. I really should have known,” I repliedToday was even more special. He walked into the room with a warm smile on his face and was happy when he saw me.“How are you doing?” He asked,and then crawled up onto the bed and gently rubbed my stomach, his touch sending shivers down my spine. It was a simple gesture, but it meant the world to me. I felt seen and loved, and it was a wonderful feeling.As he rubbed my stomach, I couldn't help but think about how far we had come. He used to be so distant and cold, but now he was warm and caring. It was like he had finally opened up and let me in.“I love you and my baby. I love you both,” he teased.I looked up at him, and our eyes met. I could see the love and adoration in his eyes, and it made my heart s
Kira's povI carried all that was necessary and quietly left the pack house. I didn't want anybody to think there was anything involved that was why I stayed quiet.I came out of the pack house, and stopped a cab.“Where are you going?” He asked with raised brows, and I smiled.“Sherwood gardens,” I responded with a serious gaze. I didn't want a situation whereby things would get even more complicated.“Sure, hop in…” he responded, and there were no words. It was as though things were going crazy. I didn't even know what else to do about everything.As I got into the car, I sat down with a serious look on my face. I could only think of one thing.“Today marks your David!” I said with a serious look. I would find another doctor to continue working with me. I didn't mind what would happen, but it would happen.I tried my best to ensure that things were already in order. I didn't even mind. All I needed was something to make me feel at ease.The drive took a while, and by the time the ca
Lia's pov.I was in shock, and couldn't tell what was happening. My hands were shaking, and I was still tied to whatever I was on.My chest drummed loudly, and I was just trying to be myself. I didn't really know what else I wanted.I couldn't believe Johnny just shot someone who was supposed to be his cousin.I was still gasping for breath when I heard his voice again.“Where is she?” He screamed,and there was no one saying anything. It seemed like everyone had gone quiet about it.“Say something or else I'm going to blow off another part of your body!” Johnny said.“Really?” He said, and there was nothing else to be said. It was only a matter of time before I heard another bullet go off again. This time, I was really shocked about it.I clenched tightly to myself, and tried to make myself feel free with everything that was already happening.“Mmm! Mmm!” I screamed. There were a lot of things that remained in my mind as I thought. It seemed as though things weren't really going well.
Lia's pov.I was in shock, and couldn't tell what was happening. My hands were shaking, and I was still tied to whatever I was on.My chest drummed loudly, and I was just trying to be myself. I didn't really know what else I wanted. I couldn't believe Johnny just shot someone who was supposed to be is cousin.I was still to gasp what was happening when I heard his voice again.“Where is she?” He screamed,and there was no one saying anything. It seemed like everyone had gone quiet about it. “Say something or else I'm going to blow off another part of your body!” Johnny said.“Really?” He said, and there was nothing else to be said. It was only a matter of time before I heard another bullet go off again. This time, I was really shocked about it.I clenched tightly to myself, and tried to make myself feel free with everything that was already happening.“Mmm! Mmm!” I screamed. There was a lot of things that remained in my mind as I thought. It seemed as though things weren't really goi
Johnny's pov“Yes. Don't ask me why. We both know the danger of you always being this way. I mean, there are so many things that we have to consider here.”She shook her head. “You can't make me feel this way. I mean, it was just once.”“It wasn't just once. You've always been in danger, and I don't think it's fair. I always get scared for you. I mean, there are so many things you're going through, you wouldn't be able to bear it all.”“Really?” she asked with raised brows, and there was silence. I sighed, knowing fully well she wouldn't want to leave her job. Besides, she wanted to feel independent.“I don't think now is the best time for this topic, so I'm going to ask you for something. I'm going to ask you to give me time to think of a solution to your job, and when that happens, you'll have no choice but to quit.”“You're worrying too much. I know that there are a lot of things you need to consider before saying this. You're trying to control my life. Danger is unavoidable, and
Kira's povI watched how he struggled with the knife on his tummy. My eyes turned dark, and I had a smirk on my lips. There was this satisfaction I got from him suffering.“Why did you do this to me?” He asked with raised brows, and worry followed. I noticed he tried to mutter some words.“What's that?” I asked, with an evil laugh following.“You should understand that I don't have time to joke with all of these things. You think you can just keep threatening? I told you I'm not someone to be messed with, but you didn't seem to be understanding that.”I paused, eyeing him. “You should never have underestimated me!” My smirk instantly faded, revealing my dark nature.“You were just too demanding, and always threatening. I loved you as my side , but you never listened. You think I have time for that kind of nonsense?!” I flared up, and noticed how he instantly calmed, making me heave a sigh of relief.“It's fine. You don't need to worry, things are going to be alright, I'm very sure abo
Lia's povI was waiting for his return, and my heart couldn't stop drumming. The idea he gave was a good idea, and I wanted to get started as soon as possible.He even promised to throw in some free business tips, which was interesting.“What do you want to do now?” I asked with raised brows, and I sighed. The reason I sighed was because I was also left with the burden of finding a business to do, but there didn't seem to be anyone calling out to me at the moment.“How about a financial cooperative?” I thought, and just then, my head turned towards the door with creased lines on my face.“Come in,” said once. It took a while, and it was Johnny who opened the door. He seemed calm and had a smile on his face.“Someone seems puzzled. What's up?” He said in a friendly tone, coming to take a seat close to me.“Yeah, I am,” I expressed with a smile, and it warmed his heart because he smiled as well.“You're troubled and you still manage to smile. How do you even do that?” he asked with worr
LIA TWO MONTH LATER I stared through the window to see the kids playing around with kids of maids in the house and it's the most beautiful thing I've seen. After everything they went through two months ago they were pretty outgoing except for Nora She sat at the water fountain watching them with her drawing book and a pencil in her hand. She hated playing with anyone for long and she started drawing on walls before we found out and got her the book After moving in here two months ago I accepted the fact that this wasn't Johnny's home anymore it was ours, he might have lived here once but all his memories had died after he did what he had A knock on the door caught my attention "Come in" I turned away from the window to look at who it was and saw Fiona - a maid with a tray of breakfast "oh, you really didn't have to do this " I reached to reduce the workload on her hand before setting it down "He didn't want the kids disturbing" She brimmed and look to the door to see Levi in an
LEVI As I held Lia close, I couldn't shake off the feeling of guilt and responsibility that washed over me. I should have been there to protect her, to prevent this from happening. But I was too late. The damage was done. All I could do now was try to make it right, to help her heal from the trauma she had endured. I looked down at Lia, her eyes closed, her face pale and drawn. I could see the fear and anxiety still etched on her face, even in sleep. I knew it would take time for her to recover, to feel safe again. But I was willing to do whatever it took to help her, to support her through this difficult time. I gently stroked her hair, trying to comfort her, to reassure her that she was safe now. The police were still processing the scene, taking statements and collecting evidence. I knew there would be a long investigation ahead, but for now, I just wanted to focus on Lia, on helping her to heal. As I stood there, holding Lia close, I couldn't help but think about how fragile lif
LEVIThe news hit me like a physical blow, a wave of nausea washing over me. Lia. And the children. My heart hammered against my ribs, a frantic drumbeat echoing the terror that clawed at my throat. I had to find them.I called the police, my voice trembling as I relayed the details. Then, I raced to the park, every sense on high alert. I searched frantically, my eyes scanning the ground, the trees, any sign, any clue that might lead me to them.And then I saw it. A small, almost imperceptible glint of metal on the side of a nearby building. A CCTV camera. A flicker of hope, a lifeline in the sea of despair. I might have heard from Ella but I don't trust herI rushed towards the building, my mind a whirlwind of frantic thoughts. I had to see the footage. I had to know what happened.The building manager, a kind-faced woman, looked at me with concern when I explained the situation. My position in the community, as a well-respected businessman, thankfully, carried weight. She immediatel
LEVI "Any luck yet?" Sir James asked as I stepped into the room and all the elders turned to looked at me "You look absolutely horrible" Sir Felix said and I tried to push out a smile but it was impossible I felt how I really look like. We still going find Lia anywhere. The mate bond was messing with my head as I can really no longer function correctly "There's none" I looked up to Sir James and he gave a sad smileEven if some of the elders hated then the idea of Lia coming back they knew too well that it was a bad idea to tip me off in this stage. Johnny and Kira were also now found and Ella was found in the hospital with a head injury but she was still unconscious "Go to the hospital, Levi. Hide your real identity and go and meet Ella. She was also one of the kid's baby sitters and she might be the answer we all need at this point" My spine straightened as that got my attention knowing it might be true Nana was questioned and the poor woman was now scared to death but Ella on
JOHNNY I looked at her shiver as she held on to the kid with all her heart. It was a cute way but my wolf was inching for blood to be drawn, Lia's blood precisely and then the kids and absolutely no one will know because they are down here Out of everyone elses reach. The excitement I felt within the dept of my stomach couldn't possibly be described I knew the kids had been given a new dosage of drugs when I had picked them from the room which meant they will be asleep got forty eight more hours which gives them a peaceful death Too bad but Lia on the other hand "What do you want?" She asked with her body trembling with fear and if my joy wasn't in excess before then it was now "You""Johnny please spear them, they are just kids. If you're worried about their memories of you and revenge then you don't have to worry because they are just kids in a matter of months they will forget about all of it" Tears rolled her eyes and I stood up from the chair I was sitting on "That doesn't
JOHNNY My plan has come to end and everything went as planned. Kira sad on her way to Levi and I had Lia and the kids with me just like I wanted. I looked at my computer to see her tied up in the corner of the cell I guess it's time I pay a visit to someone. Twisting my lips into a smirk I got up from the chair and went downstairs to meet her, the place has been silent ever since she murdered Ella It had taken me completely by surprise that she would kill her but after I watched the footage I was convinced otherwise and left speechless, how could I not love a woman who could defend herself against anyone except meI pushed door open and she lifted her head from the cell to look at me, her eyes burning with fury and though her face had a trace if purple and a bit of swelling due to fighting with the guards, this woman had never looked more beautiful "You aren't eating" i muttered as I opened the door and stench on blood and food filled my nostrils but I ignored it and walked in"An
LEVI My phone rang in my pocket and I ignored it like I had done the last thirty minutes. I hated that I felt so hopeless about the situation, the phone rang again and I groaned in frustration to see that it was my Beta "What is it?""She's no where to be seen. I have locked the beta of the back like you have said there's no one important anymore. What's the next line of order?" I remained quiet as disappointment crashed against my heart "Go home and rest, let everyone hurt het medical attention.""You're giving up?""Do as you're told, don't question me" I hung up before he got the chance to say anything and I stepped into the car to sit down Even if Kira had left an hour ago I had stayed behind and fought ten different people who obviously wanted to kill me because of Johnny but honestly didn't know where to do check anymore I have warriors searching every edge of this place and no one has found anything, the only trail being Nathan was gone. His scent was enough evidence for m
LEVII sat in my office and the files that were staring back at me were about to really get burn. Nothing else matter to me, it's been a month and I still couldn't find her or the kids. Business was completely trash and I have every single investor and shareholder I've known withdrawing each day My phone buzzed on my table which made me startle a bit and I let out a heavy sigh before I picked the phone"Having fun on your search?" The sound of the modulator sent a chill down my spine and anger spiral up my throat "Joh... Anthony whatever fucking war we have between us leave them out if this!""Who's Anthony?""Don't play dumb with...""Lia is a bloody mess and the kids are dead" My spine jerked up and my heart flew out of my buddy as a chill air made me freeze "That's not pos... Hello? Hello!" I looked at the screen to see that he was hung up and called him again "The number you're trying..." I threw the phone across the room as I heard the customer care line No, no, no, this can
LIAI stared at Ella, my mind reeling with questions, my heart heavy with sorrow. She didn't seem to notice, her expression unreadable. "Ella, please," I whispered, my voice cracking. "Tell me what's going on. Why are you here?" She didn't respond, didn't even flinch almost like she didn't know who I was and this was her first time seeing me. It was as if she was a statue, a mere shell of the person I once knew. I felt a chill run down my spine. What had they done to her? Had they brainwashed her, manipulated her into betraying me? The thought sent a wave of nausea washing over me. I struggled against the restraints, desperate to break free, to escape this nightmare. But they held firm, biting into my skin like cold metal teeth. Ella's gaze flickered to the children, and for a moment, I hoped to see a glimmer of recognition, of compassion but I saw nothing but blankness. But it was quickly extinguished, replaced by a mask of indifference. "They're fine," she said, her voice flat,