Charlotte's POVLeaving Asher's room, I was seething with anger. His words had cut deep, leaving a bitter taste in my mouth. It was the first time we had talked this much, and the first impression he gave was terrible.As I walked back to the kitchen, I couldn't help but remember how I used to have a crush on Asher, admiring him and blushing at every little thing he did from afar. But now, any trace of those feelings had vanished, replacing disappointment.The way he had spoken to me, with such arrogance and rudeness, destroyed my good illusions about him. He was no longer the perfect Prince charming I imagined him to be.Even after he rejected me as his mate, a part of me still liked and longed for him, but his actions today were a harsh slap back to reality. He was the only child of the Luna and Alphas of the pack, and I was just a low-ranked wolf and daughter of his nanny and maid.I scoffed; what was I thinking? He would accept me happily, whisky me off in his arms, and live happ
Charlotte's POVI quickly averted before he caught me staring; that would have been embarrassing. I felt my cheeks turn red. Why was he shirtless?And why was I reacting this way?I felt my wolf purr at the sight of her mate. Well, I was a teenage girl, and my reaction was expected, but I didn't want to forget how he rejected me and how rude he was early. I decided to clean up as fast as possible and leave the room.I picked up the broken noodle plate and dumped it in the dirtbag. I packed the noodles and, dumped them as well, and set to clean the stained floor.As I cleaned, I could sense someone lingering on me, making me uneasy and nervous. I turned to see Asher staring at me with an unreadable expression. He frowned when our eyes met, and I tried not to move my gaze lower to check his shirtless body out. I quickly averted my gaze and became even more nervousWhy was he staring at me so intently?It was as if he watched my every move, judging me silently. Though he remained silent,
Charlotte's POVThe sound of my alarm had to be the most annoying thing I'd ever heard. The loud ringing sound woke me up and I reluctantly got up to hit the stop button. I stared at my window with sleepy eyes, it was morning already.I reluctantly got out of bed and with a quick stretch, I glanced at the clock to see I was running late. "Aww!" I groaned and dragged my feet to the shower. I rushed to the shower and got dressed in no time.For breakfast, I had one granola bar from the pantry and a leftover yogurt from the fridge. It was a simple breakfast, but it would have to do for now. I down them down in no time, gulping down a glass of orange juice before dashing out the door as I was already running late. My first class was combat class and our instructor was quite strict.I rushed down to school, sweating because I had to walk too fast and hurry. I got to the changing room to put on my combat training uniform. The training room was empty, it seemed like everyone had already chan
Charlotte's POV "What was that?" The instructor walked up to me after dismissing everyone for the day."Huh?" I looked around confused. "Are you talking to me?" I asked to be sure and he looked at me with an unimpressed expression on his face."I'm talking to one of the worst fighters I've ever seen in all my years of being a combat class instructor" He growled at me and I swallowed hard, feeling offended.I wasn't so bad."I-""Chess was going easy on you. You couldn't even land a hit on her once" He interrupted me and I was forced to swallow my words.He walked and sized me up and then let out a sigh. "You're not completely hopeless, I believe you can improve and get better-""Okay..." I mumbled."-with the right teacher" He completed and I looked up at him surprised."What? Right teacher? Are you kicking me out of your class?" I exclaimed."I don't think the school will permit me to do that. But it does sound fun to do" The instructor said. "When I meant by the right teacher is, I
Charlotte's POV"Asher would never stoop so low to someone of your level. I've seen the way you look at him. You better give up now, he's mine." Brittany smirked at me, and I frowned. My wolf growled in anger; even though he had rejected me, he was still my mate. I didn't like him as I didn't anymore, but I still felt a pang of jealousy as Brittany spoke.I stared at the fake blonde in front of me; everything about her, from her wig to her fake lashes and nails, was all for show. She was a little miss perfect with the 10 out of 10 face and ideal body, she was also the captain of the cheerleaders squad. I picture her standing beside Asher as his partner; as much I hated to admit it, they did look good together."I've told you I have no interest in him, and from the little I've known, I think Asher likes his ladies natural and not some fake plastic queen," I spat at her, and her eyes widened. She looked offended and turned red."You low-ranked omega!" she yelled. "You're only chasing af
Charlotte's POVWhat the hell happened to your lips?"I was taken aback by his question and stared at him, a little surprised. My hand went to my lips to fill the little cut on my lower lip. It didn't hurt much, and it wasn't so visible, yet Asher still noticed it. Had he always been this observant?He hit his finger on my forehead, and I frowned. "Ow!" I groaned."Stop drifting into thoughts and answer me. We don't have all day now, and I have many important things to do." He spoke smoothly, and I nodded absent-mindedly."My lips.." I trailed off, not wanting to explain what had happened between Brittany and me. It would wound like we got into a fight because of him when, in truth, I attacked because of what she said about my mom."It's nothing, just a little scratch." I gave a nervous smile, and he didn't look impressed."Whatever, that's your business." he walked away to sit on a bit of garden chair. He took out his phone and started playing a video game while I stood awkwardly, no
Charlotte's POVI picked myself off the ground and watched Asher walk away without another word. I was still in shock; he let me use his bathroom.Maybe he didn't hate me as much as I thought he did. I shrugged and dusted my clothes. I picked up my bags and decided to head straight to his room. I walked to Asher's room and knocked gently on the door. I stood there for some seconds, and there was no answer. I knocked again, this time louder than the last, and waited, but there was still no reply. Annoyed and feeling uncomfortable, I pushed the door open impatiently, and the room was empty."Thank the goddess," I mumbled. Asher must have left to give me some space. At least he had a little decency in him and respect for women. I walked to the other side of the gigantic room where the door leading to the bathroom was. Pushing the door open, I was in awe. The bathroom looked like heaven on its own.The bathroom was like something from a fancy hotel, with gleaming marble floors and counter
Charlotte's POV"She's not going anywhere" Asher suddenly said coldly and I turned to him in surprise."What?" I blurted out."You're not coming with me to the party" he glared at me."Why can't I go to the party?""In't it enough that you're already always over at my house as a maid, I'm training you and now people think there's something between us? Going to the party with you will be a lifetime embarrassment I'll never get over. So just stay where the hell you are" He seethed at me and I blinked in surprise. His words were so raw, cruel, and harsh and I felt my eyes water. Why did he hate me so much?His words hurt more than it was meant to, maybe it was because he was my mate and he rejected me, but now he claimed there was nothing between us. A part of me wanted something, anything but I kept getting hurt. Asher was cruel and heartless, he despised me and didn't care about me. Why did I still have little hope?I fisted my palm angrily and glared at him. "I don't care about you or
Asher's POV"Tyler, get your dick out of that bitch and get your ass to my house in 5 mins, we need to pay someone a visit!" I growled to the phone and hung up.Someone knocked on my door, and I mumbled for the person to enter. A blonde maid entered with a tray; I was a bit surprised, that was fast from the chef.The tray had a bowl containing some kind of soup in it. I watched her drop the tray on the table, and she bent in front of me, making her white lacy underwear visible. I knew what she was trying to do, so I pulled her by the skirt. She landed on my thigh and made a soft moan-like sound."Master Asher," she whispered seductively, and her eyes blinked in fake innocence. I stared at her for a moment, wondering if I should throw her on the bed and fuck the life out of her, but for some reason, I couldn't. Charlotte's sweet face appeared in my head, and I couldn't imagine touching some other girl that wasn't her. I was suddenly irritated by the girl in my arms, and I growled at h
Charlotte's POVTHE NEXT DAY "Mom, hurry, we have to leave," I yelled, and Mom came rushing down the stairs giggling."Calm down, will you? A lady has to take her time to dress," She said, and I rolled my eyes."That should be my line," I huffed at her, and she just smiled. We got out of the house and got into the cab that was waiting outside the door.I gave him the address of Mom's hospital, and we set off. On the way to the hospital, I texted Asher to make sure he was okay, and I was surprised when he informed me that he was going to be discharged today. Wasn't it too early?It's barely been three days since the accident and since he was rushed there. I sighed, thinking about how fast his injuries must have healed; he was the Alpha's son, after all, and was stronger than the bunch. The hospital probably only helped speed up his recovery and monitored him. Knowing Asher, I knew he was kind enough to nag and complain about everything, including not staying in the hospital for so lon
Asher's POV "That's all, Master Asher, you're healing so well and fast; it's very impressive!" The nurse said with a slight blush on her face."When do I get to leave here?" I asked her coldly, and she remained silent for a while before checking her note."Well, according to the hospital policies, you'll still have to stay for about a week until we are sure you're okay and fit to leave," She said, and I scoffed. A week? I was going to be couped up in this room for a week. "A week?" I hissed at her. "I'm healing just fine. I don't feel weak or tired; there's only a little scratch on my head that has stopped bleeding, and I will probably leave there by tomorrow. I don't need to stay here all couped up in this room for another week, all in the name of healing," I said, and she flinched at how harsh my tone was, not that I cared about her."W.. well, you can't leave, according to the hospital -""I am the son of the Alphas; I'm not just some regular patient here; you all should be grate
Asher's POV"Well?" I pressed, annoyed, and his face turned serious."It's Humphrey"I was taken aback. "Humphrey?" I mumbled, my eyes narrowing. Could it be.. the same Humphrey?I shook my head; no, it couldn't be. Why would he? How could he.. was he stupid?Being popular in school made everyone want me as their friend and boyfriend. And as many friends as the popularity brought me, it also gathered enemies for me.I knew there were some boys who didn't like me, with that idea that every girl around was fawning over me, and even their crushes and girlfriends shamelessly threw themselves at me.However, since I was not only popular but also came from an influential family, they didn't dare to face me. I was the only son and heir of the Alphas and Luna; I knew every parent wanted their children to be acquainted with the son of the Alphas.And even though they didn't like me, they would put on fake smiles around me and try to make me notice them, not just the boys, but the desperate gir
Charlotte's POV "I'm sorry, ma'am, but I'm here to inform you that the time is up. Our patient needs to rest," She said, and I mouthed an "oh." "I will be out now," I said, and she nodded and left. I turned to Asher and kissed his forehead. "I have to leave now; I'll be back tomorrow, promise, I said to him, and he smirked back at me. "You don't have to worry about me; I'll be fine," He said, trying to act strong, and I rolled my eyes at him. "I know," I said and got up; I waved at him and left the room. Sophie and Tyler were still sitting where I had left them. They were having a conversation, and Sophie had a little smile on her face. I frowned; although Tyler was close friends with Asher, I still didn't like or want him around me. He was my bully, and that would never change. From how he reacted at the dance night, I knew he wasn't too happy to learn Asher and I were together, not that I cared about what he liked and didn't. "Come on, Sophie, let's go," I said, and she
Charlotte's POVThe doctor, Bell, paused for a while, and then her expression softened, and she offered a small smile. "Asher is fine. He needs a few days to heal, but he is going to be okay," Doctor Bell announced, and everyone simultaneously let out a breath of relief.I felt a weight lift off my shoulders, and my heart swelled with gratitude. We had all been on edge, awaiting news of Asher's condition.And now, the doctor was out with a smile on her face and was assuring us that Asher would be fine and would recover quickly.Luna Jasmine gasped and ran to her husband, who hugged her back. He stroked her hair softly, and I heard him number something along the lines of, "I told you not to worry, Love. Doctor Bell is here, and she'll make sure Asher recovers quickly," He said, and Luna only nodded quietly.But then, the doctor dropped a bombshell. "Asher is now conscious, which is abnormal, given the severity of his injuries. However, as the Alpha's son, he's stronger than most."Luna
Chapter 75Charlotte's POV After talking with Sophie, I checked the time and saw it was almost evening. I decided to call Asher to inform him that I would be at the pack house a little later than I planned. Sophie was finally cheering up; I didn't want to leave until I confirmed she was okay.I took out my phone and dialed Asher's number. I waited while it rang for a while before he finally answered. "Hey, Asher, I think I might come around later than I planned today," I said, biting my lower lip in guilt. I had promised to return to the pack house soon, but Sophie needed me, and I couldn't just leave her without making sure she was going to be fine first.There was a few seconds of silence, and I wondered if he was taking in my words or thinking of what to say to me. Or perhaps he was annoyed and didn't want to talk.I parted my lips to speak again, but I heard a voice that made me pause."Hello Charlotte, it's not Asher, it's Tyler. I'm sure you remember me," I heard him speak and
Third person povAs Asher drove down the silent, lonely, narrow path, he couldn't shake off the feeling that something was wrong and something terrible would happen. The trees towered above him, casting deep shadows that made it difficult to see. He had been driving for what felt like hours, and the GPS on his phone insisted that he was still miles away from the pack house.Suddenly, without warning, the black sedan that had been following him appeared out of nowhere, speeding down the road with a screech of tires. Asher's heart raced as the sedan swerved into his lane, heading straight for him.Asher tried to swerve out of the way, but it was too late. The sedan slammed into his car with a loud crash, sending him careening off the road and into a nearby tree. The impact was immense, and Asher's head hit the steering wheel with a sickening thud.The windscreen shattered, sending shards of glass flying everywhere, and the airbag deployed with a loud pop. Asher's world went dark as he f
"Wait!" Charlotte heard as she ran out of the pack house to meet Sophie, who sounded like she was crying. Charlotte turned back to see Asher walking towards her and pouted."I will be back before you know it, Asher. I really have to be there for Sophie. She sounded real. I don't know how.to explain, but she needs me. I have to meet her, please understand. And I'm not saying she's more important to me than you are, but now I have to be a good friend and make sure she's alright. I know it makes you mad, but I just have to""It's fine, Charlotte," Asher cut her off as she ranted, thinking he would prevent her from leaving. Asher had an amused expression on his face as he stared at her. His lips were pulled up to a smile, and he heaved heavily."I'm not stopping you from leaving Charlotte," He said, and Charlotte had a surprised expression on her face."You're not?" She asked to be sure she heard right, and he nodded."Yes, I'm not stopping you from leaving. As much as I don't want you to