Aiden's POV It was night, I set up camp in a secluded spot, seeking solace in the cool breeze and wonderful embrace of nature. Little did I know that an unexpected encounter with a stranger would disturb my peace. And he'll be the carrier of bad news.Sitting by the crackling fire and eating the deer I hunted, a stranger approached, drawn to the warmth and light."Mind if I join you?" the old man asked, a friendly smile on his face. "Urrrgh, It's been a while since I had a good conversation." He uttered.I gestured for him to take a seat, and he sat next to me helping himself with the grilled meat like we were some close friends. He didn't seem to recognize me. Though if they do they'll think it's Jayden. Almost all the pack address me as him until they see my response. I usually nodded at them with a straight face or answered formally, in the contrast of Jayden who answered they were friendly and always with a smile. My curiosity piqued as the man's friendly demeanour. I don't get
Ella's POVI stood in front of the mirror, wearing the long loose floral dress I carefully chose after spending almost an hour on picking what to wear. I applied a touch of makeup, as I powder my nose.I looked into the mirror. Beautiful. No dark circles. No messy hair.I let out a sigh of relief, Aiden had returned and would be here any moment. I can feel the mate bond getting stronger every second and my heart was filled with both excitement and nervousness.I wanted to make this moment special, to surprise him with the news of our child. But how should I approach it? What should I say? Should I give him baby gifts as a sign of our shared joy?I am carefully examining my reflection. The soft glow of pregnancy illuminated my eyes as I traced my fingers along my shoulder bone and gently rested a hand on my tummy, hoping to feel the slightest hint of a baby bump. Is Aiden going to find out immediately if she sees me? I couldn't wait to surprise him with the news of our growing family.
Jayden's POVI paced back and forth in the room, my heart ached with a mix of emotions. Seeing Ella broken by Aiden's harsh words tore at my soul. I couldn't stand to see my mate in such pain. She had gone to great lengths to surprise Aiden, even letting people believe the child was mine, all while knowing the truth."Jay, I... I can't bear it anymore. I can't believe Aide would behave like this. He just believes in what the people said and not giving me the chance to even explain. Even after it is his child." Her voice trembled. "And, I know it hurts you too, I'm so sorry for putting you in this situation, but please understand me.""That's why now I want to keep it a secret from him." She completed pouring her heart out. My brows furrowed, and my gaze filled with a mix of concern and frustration. "El, what about you? What about the pain you're going through? I can't ignore that. He has to pay for this." I interjected.Ella's voice wavered, her eyes welling up with tears once again
Aiden's POV I stood in the training ground, bathed in the pale moonlight that accentuated the sweat glistening on my body. The training dummy loomed before me, a canvas on which I could unleash my bottled-up rage and frustration. Each punch I threw reverberated through my muscles, providing a temporary respite from the storm brewing inside me.Thoughts flooded my mind as I landed blow after blow. "Why did she betray me?" I growled, my voice laced with a mixture of anger and sorrow. "How could she willingly carry another man's child? Doesn't she realise the pain it inflicts upon me?"Black howls, his eyes reflecting concern. "A," his voice echoed in my mind, a soothing presence amidst the chaos. "We've practised this several times, you need to let go of your anger, by finding a way to channel it constructively. Let the punches release the tension, but remember the love that still binds you to Ella."I paused for a moment, my fists trembling with exhaustion and lingering fury. I wiped t
Kristy's POV I sat on the edge of my bed, my mind consumed with conflicting emotions. Aiden, the one I had always loved, had chosen Ella as his mate. It was a blow to my heart, a wound that refused to heal. But I couldn't let Ella see the pain I carried. Instead, I put on a facade, pretending to be her best friend, supporting her and smiling through the torment inside.Today it's been worse. I couldn't hold it in any longer. Aiden's words echoed in my mind, taunting me. He had rejected my plea to be with him, claiming his loyalty to Ella. It infuriated me. Ella knew how much I loved Aiden, yet she refused to let him go. She had Jayden, the one she always wanted, while I was left with shattered dreams.I made up my mind. It was time to convince Ella to reject him, since he won't. I have to share my thoughts with her. I couldn't keep pretending that everything was fine when my heart was breaking. I would make her reject him. So he can be with me. Taking a deep breath, I headed towards
Ella's POVI woke up early, feeling a surge of energy within me. Today was the day Kristy had insisted on training together, claiming that it would help me stay strong and prepared during my pregnancy. I admired her dedication and felt grateful for her support, seeing her as my closest friend.I made my way to the training ground, the morning air was crisp and invigorating. Kristy was already there, her focus evident as she prepared for our session. I smiled warmly at her, ready to begin our training.We started with some light stretching, warming up our bodies for the workout ahead. Kristy guided me through various exercises and techniques, pushing me to my limits. Surprisingly, I found myself becoming stronger and more agile with each passing day.During our sparring sessions, Kristy's hits were notably more powerful than before. I admired her determination and attributed her strength to her own commitment to training. She was always encouraging me, pushing me to do my best and prai
Kristy's POVWalking through the pack grounds, my footsteps carried the weight of frustration and heartache. Aiden's rejection continued to haunt me, and the pain seemed unbearable. As I walked, my thoughts swirled, seeking solace and understanding."Nagging at Aiden will get you nowhere, Kristy," Lina, my wolf, growled in frustration. "He's made his choice, for now don't belittle yourself by following him every single Damn place he goes" she yelled. I clenched my fists, fighting back tears as I let out a frustrated sigh. Lina's words echoed within me, stirring a mixture of resentment and longing. How did it come to this? How had my feelings for Aiden taken such a painful turn?"I don't deserve this," I muttered to Lina, my voice filled with bitterness. "After all these years, after everything I've felt for him... to be tossed aside like this, I feel empty." I whined.Lina nudged, her presence offering a sense of comfort. "You're stronger than this, Kristy," she said, her voice gent
Aiden's POV My heartbeat raced as the scene in front of me.The garden was bathed in the soft glow of moonlight, it was supposed to be a sanctuary, a place of solace and tranquillity. But what I saw turned it into Hell! Burning with fire ablaze.When I approached Ella's favourite spot in the garden, my steps faltered because what I saw shattered my heart into a thousand pieces when I saw her in between his arms.I saw Ella and Jayden figures silhouetted against the backdrop of vibrant flowers. My footsteps faltered as I witnessed their intimate embrace, their lips locked together in a passionate kiss. Time seemed to stand still as the scene unfolded before my eyes.There she was, my mate locked in an embrace with Jayden, their lips intertwined in a passionate kiss. The sight felt like a dagger to my chest, fueling the fire of anger within me.Anguish gripped my heart like a vice, squeezing it with an intensity I had never known. The pain of betrayal surged through my veins, igniting