Lucian"Let me know when you get any news. Thank you," I ended the call and threw the phone. I had instructed my private investigator to research Evelyn's factory contractors. The door burst open, revealing a nervous Harold. "Master!" he exclaimed, panting."What is it? Why do you always come in unannounced? I gave you a task to do," I snapped."This is much more than a task, Master. Evelyn is here," he said, his voice trembling. "What!" I jolted up. "What is she doing here?""I don't have all the details yet, but I saw her entering your mother's part of the house," Harold replied. I clenched my fist. What is she playing at? I grabbed my phone, slipped it into my pocket, and headed out.As I pushed open the door to my mother's living room, I was met with the sight of Evelyn and my mother laughing. "What is going on here?" I demanded, getting their attention."Lucian, you're here," my mother greeted, while Evelyn wore a smile. One that infuriated me."Why are you here?" I directed my
Evelyn “Can you leave us? The introduction is enough,” Lucian uttered as I was introducing myself to his guest. “Calm down, Mr. Lucian. I’m not planning to snatch your guest. Go on, sir,” I replied with a smile before standing up. I could swear I saw him clench his fist. I enjoyed seeing him pissed off. I wasn’t trying to snatch his guest away. Okay, let me tell you how I happened to be at the pack hall.I came out for a stroll, which is my daily routine at the house. I take a morning stroll every day. That’s when I saw the man asking me where Lucian’s office was located. So, I took him to the pack hall since I knew that’s where meetings and such take place. And then, when I was about to leave, the man asked me if I was the lady from the Daekin pack mentioned at the Lucian pack anniversary. That was it, and yet Lucian was getting angry over nothing. He should just say he's nervous about my stay at his pack. It's as simple as that. As I entered Lucian’s mother’s living room, I saw h
Evelyn"Sorry for the long talk. Let's continue eating," she ushered, reaching for the fork. I placed my hand atop hers, stopping her in her tracks. "I know you're not fine, Ma'am," I said."I'm fine." The way her body reacted told me otherwise. No one could convince me otherwise. "It's okay to let your emotions out." She fell silent, her hand unmoving, and her head hung low.Until I heard her sniff. The scene didn't sit well with me. No matter how much of a player or arrogant person you are, your mother is supposed to be your number one safe haven. I understood the pain because I had experienced it myself, carrying Mason in my womb for nine months. I knew how it felt to shed tears of pain. And now, Lucian was inflicting it on his mother without any remorse. My hatred towards him grew stronger."I thought I was doing the right thing when I gave him everything he wanted and allowed him to do whatever he wanted," she uttered, lifting her head up. I didn't try to hide my sadness over the
EvelynI might not get the desired result, but I was satisfied with the expression on Lucian's face. He thought I was the same Evelyn he could control however he wanted. Although I was burning with rage inside, I knew I had to tread carefully. If I wanted my plans to go smoothly, I had to take things one step at a time.I sauntered straight to my room. Mason was still fast asleep. I hopped on the bed and hugged him to my body. The earlier event flashed before me. He hadn't seen anything yet. I would make sure I became his nightmare. He would succumb to me. He would beg me for mercy.I didn't care about anything else but my revenge. I had a month to accomplish my task. My eyes traveled to the sleeping Mason. I found my vision turning blurry. Mason might be the connection between Lucian and me, but I would never allow him to take my son away from me. He would never find out Mason is his son. I wiped off the tears before they could find their way out."Mommy will protect you at all costs
Lucian"Harold!" I called out to my Beta as soon as I stepped inside my living room. A worried-looking Harold rushed towards me."Prepare the car," I declared. Harold stood there, offering me a confused look."What for, Master?"I had reached the stairs' railing when I stopped. Betas were supposed to be smart, but Harold lacked that quality. No matter how many times I tried to correct him, he always acted foolish. "You're a fool if you're still standing there asking me a question. I'm leaving for Sparkroot Pack in an hour. Do yourself a favor and stop standing there asking me stupid questions.""Right away, Master." I hissed out in return before sauntering to my room. I was pissed, seething on the inside. How dare she challenge me in front of my mother, in my own pack!She thinks that because she managed to survive from the brink of death, she can mess with me. I won't allow her to win whatever scheme she's planning. I've handled a lot of women in the past and seen through their fake
Evelyn I knew what I was doing when I challenged Lucian. He might think I'd succumb to him because he had the strongest pack under his control. I could see and feel the way his eyes roamed around my body in a lustful way. That had to be one of his behaviors that would never change: his womanizing ways. But I couldn't care less. I didn't wear the revealing dress to lure him or anything. I dressed the way I felt good in. Although some part of me was still relieved that, my presence had ignited something in him. He knew I wasn't the same woman. Whether by body or by the mind. Gabriel and Hunter had done a great job. Most especially Gabriel. I had missed him already. I'm sure he’s handling all the pack work by himself. Maybe snapping at Hunter. The large hall was adorned to perfection, showing it wasn't just an ordinary gallery. The paintings screamed luxury and had a strong aura that made it hard to walk by without giving them another glance. There were a lot of unfamiliar faces, cons
Evelyn Mrs. Janetta sat up straight, growing even more curious. She took a sip of the nearly cold coffee, her serious eyes fixed intently on me. Her voice was hushed, perhaps to avoid waking Mason."How do you intend to do that?" she inquired."Leading a pack isn't just about forging alliances or waging battles," I explained. "In today's world, we must consider the human realm too. Lucian owns a perfume company, right?"Mrs. Janetta nodded, confirming her knowledge of Lucian's business endeavors. "I've heard he plans to expand it internationally.""Indeed, the company is more than just a brand. It has numerous investors, shareholders, and marketers supporting it. These are the foundations of Lucian Inc.""Lucian Inc.," I repeated. "That's his sole business. Imitating it would lead to certain failures. However, I have something different in mind."Mrs. Janetta looked at me, her curiosity deepening."I own a coffee manufacturing company," I revealed.Her eyes widened slightly in surpri
LucianI was seething inside, my chest burning with rage. It only intensified when Evelyn had the audacity to look me in the eyes and tell me to control my temper. What did she know? Just because she had the rare opportunity to accompany me to that pointless art exhibition, she seemed to think it boosted her ego. But I wouldn't allow that to happen.As foolish as Alpha Drake might be, thinking he could control me with his schemes, I knew better. I'd declined his offer to invest in my company for a reason. Business ventures are risky, often filled with failures. My perfume company hadn't achieved success overnight. I knew what I'd gone through, the effort my father had put into building it before his passing. Hell would break loose before I allowed money-hungry men to destroy what I'd painstakingly built.One statement Alpha Drake made had stayed with me, even though I'd initially brushed it off as his usual riddles. Sometimes, in our pursuit of greed, we lose sight of what truly matte
Evelyn Two months later Two months have passed since the turbulent events that brought both Gabriel and Lucian together as co-alphas. It's been a time of adjustment and change for our pack, and for my family as well. Lucian and Gabriel, against all odds, had found a way to work together as leaders. It wasn't always smooth sailing, and they still had their moments of disagreement, but they managed to keep the peace. As for Mason, he continued to grow and flourish. Both Lucian and Gabriel shared responsibilities in his upbringing, and it warmed my heart to see the bond forming between them and my son. The unity in the pack grew stronger too. The members had initially been skeptical of the co-alpha arrangement, but seeing the two powerful leaders working together for the greater good had won their respect and loyalty.Despite the challenges and interruptions in our personal life, Lucian and I had also thrived as a couple. Our mating bond had deepened, making our connection stronger
Lucian The room's tension was palpable as Alpha Drake and Alpha Dominic locked their eyes on Gabriel and me. It was clear they hadn't anticipated such a smooth resolution. Gabriel spoke up, breaking the silence, and leaned forward."Alpha Drake, I'm sure you understand the consequences of breaching a contract," Gabriel said firmly. "You already agreed to do business with us. You can't back out just because you've received a better offer. That's not how business works."I nodded in agreement, backing Gabriel's words. "It's important to honor your commitments. We all need to uphold our end of the deal."Alpha Drake and Alpha Dominic exchanged glances, seemingly caught off guard by our united stance.Alpha Drake sighed, clearly frustrated by the turn of events. "Well, this wasn't what we expected. We'll have to consider our options and figure out a solution. But for now, it seems like you both have made up your minds."We could sense the tension in the room easing a bit as Alpha Drake s
Evelyn The room felt heavy with tension as Gabriel and Lucian decided on the Alpha competition, with Mrs. Victoria's agreement. My heart couldn't help but race, and a sense of unease settled within me. The outcome of this competition was a matter of immense concern.Mrs. Victoria took a deep breath and spoke up, her voice trembling slightly. "I just hope that this competition doesn't lead to violence. Our pack's safety should come first, and I don't want anyone to get hurt."Both Gabriel and Lucian acknowledged her worry, and I couldn't shake the feeling of unease that hung in the air. The fate of our pack and the relationships between the brothers were at a crossroads, and it was hard to predict the outcome.I knew there were challenging times ahead for Mooncrest, and I could only hope that the competition would be resolved peacefully, without harm to our pack members. The nerves wouldn't leave me, though, and I could only wait and see what the future held for us.**As the time of
Lucian I paced around the room as the revelation sank in. If I said I wasn't shocked by the news, I'd be lying. I had never imagined something like this would happen. I turned to my mother, who was seated with her hands rested on her lap, with Evelyn by her side."Why, mother? Why did you have to hide such a truth from me? Why now?" I lamented.My mother's voice quivered as she looked at me with remorse in her eyes. "I'm sorry, Lucian. I never anticipated that keeping this truth hidden would lead to such a predicament for our family."I ran my hand through my hair, the weight of the situation pressing down on me. "Even if Gabriel is my brother, he has no right to the Alpha position. Not after everything I've done for this pack. It's not going to happen.""Have a seat." She said. I didn't make a move and also my eyes didn't waver on hers. I took a deep breath and turned my emotions still raw. "Mother, I don't want to hear what you or Gabriel has to say. Nothing is going to change my
EvelynLucian rushed back inside and hastily put on a shirt and jeans. I followed suit, wearing my nighties from last night, my heart pounding with worry. Together, we hurried out of the room and made our way to Mrs. Victoria's.“What happened mother?” Lucian asked the moment we stepped inside.Mrs. Victoria's frail voice quivered as she spoke, "I... I couldn't breathe, Lucian. Something was crushing my chest." She coughed weakly, struggling to catch her breath.Lucian knelt beside the bed, holding her hand gently. "We'll get you the help you need, mother. Just hang in there."I stood by their side, my heart aching for Mrs. Victoria, feeling helpless in the face of her distress.Lucian swiftly pressed a button on his phone and called for medical assistance, and within minutes, the pack's doctor arrived to tend to his ailing mother.My heart pounded as I watched the doctor examine Mrs. Victoria. Lucian's concern mirrored the fear I felt deep down."What is wrong with her, doctor?" Luci
Evelyn My mind was somehow at ease after finally telling the truth about Mason being his son. It felt as if a weight had been lifted from my shoulders. Since then, he wouldn't let Mason out of his sight.At some point, I felt like he doesn’t even have time for me. Whenever he came to his mother's side, his first statement was about Mason. We were still facing problems from other packs, although Lucian had taken care of the smaller packs. However, Alpha Drake and Alpha Dominic still remained threats to us.As for the Deakin pack, we had them under control. Mrs. Nora had already explained to them, and I had also played my part. I had apologized for the problem the news had caused. A knock sounded from the door followed by Lucian's voice. "Evelyn, are you there?" I had intentionally locked the door, knowing he would want to enter. I wanted to see how he would take Mason away."Yes. But I don't want to open the door. I know you're here for Mason, not me," I retorted with a glare, as if
Lucian "Harold, prepare for security. Our pack is under attack," I declared as Harold entered the room."Alpha Drake and Alpha Dominic have joined forces. We have to protect our pack's people. Prepare our men for the fight!"I grabbed my phone and started to move towards the door. "Where to, Master?" Harold inquired."I have to make sure Evelyn and Mother are safe. Do as I say. I will check up on them."As I rushed out of the room, I couldn’t shake off the worry for Evelyn and my mother. The unity of Alpha Drake and Alpha Dominic was a serious threat, and the safety of our pack members was my top priority.I contacted our head of security and updated him on the situation. “Gather all available forces and secure the packhouse,” I instructed him. “Make sure our people are protected.”With my heart pounding and my mind racing, I hurried towards mother’s part, praying that Evelyn and my mother were safe. The future of our pack depended on our ability to defend it.As I entered the house,
Evelyn Lucian and I embarked on the journey to the company where the conference would be held. The grand hall was swamped with reporters and journalists, all waiting for him to address the issue at hand.As we walked in, Lucian squeezed my hand reassuringly. "Don't worry, Evelyn. We'll get through this together."I nodded, appreciating his support. "I know we will. Just be yourself, and they'll see the truth."With that, we made our way to the podium, ready to face the awaiting crowd.Lucian cleared his throat and began speaking into the microphone. "Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for being here today. I'm sure you've all seen the recent news that has raised questions about our pack. I want to address these concerns openly."He continued to speak, explaining the situation and emphasizing our commitment to integrity and unity within the pack. I stood by his side, watching as he faced the crowd with confidence and determination.As he finished, the reporters bombarded him with questio
EvelynA chuckle escaped me as Lucian playfully tried to tickle me. We walked inside the house together, and Lucian’s mother turned to look at us. I composed myself quickly, realizing her serious expression. She was holding Mason in her arms.“Mother,” I greeted, attempting to maintain a straight face.She didn’t hold back. “I see you two no longer stay in the pack. Care to tell me what you’ve been up to, Lucian? And you, Evelyn, looks like you don’t care about Mason anymore. I’ve turned into a babysitter.”Lucian and I exchanged glances, struggling to contain our laughter. Mrs. Victoria’s stern gaze was enough to make anyone crack a smile.Lucian managed to keep a straight face as he spoke to his mother. “Mother, it’s not like that. We’re still very much a part of the pack, but we needed some time alone.”Mrs. Victoria’s expression softened, and she couldn’t resist a small smile. “I know, dear. I’m just teasing you. It’s good to see you both happy together.”I sighed in relief as Mas