Zoey’s POVAt first, I was surprised at his words, but then a smile appeared on my face, which I quickly wiped away. I wanted to look away, but there was no way. I gulped and closed my eyes, so I wouldn't be able to be to hold his gaze. I could feel his gaze on me, but I still refused to open my eyes, rather I shut my eyes tightly.“Are you uncomfortable.” He whispered so as to not wake jaya up. “I'm not.” I lied with my eyes still closed. “Are you sure about it.” he asked and I nodded my head. “If you say so.” He responded, but I knew he was aware that I was lying, but he just didn’t want to prolong the talk.Sleeping jaya moved closer to me and a smile appeared on my face as I placed a kiss on his forehead and forced myself to sleep. Despite alpha Ethan's piercing gaze on me.The next morning, I was woken up by the sound of giggles. I slowly opened my eyes and saw alpha Ethan andJaya playing on the floor. They were so lost in what they were doing that they didn’t notice me staring
Zoey’s POVI saw the confusion look on his face as he stared at me, not knowing what to say or do. He seemed lost for words for a simple question I asked, and then I knew something was up. “Alpha Ethan.” I called out his name, and he looked my way and sighed. “You know, I'm an alpha king and that means I would have a lot of enemies. So I have to put the bracelets on your both wrist, so I can track your location in case something happens.” he explained.I stared at him as I pondered on his words. He gave a valid reason, but I didn't seem to understand why I just couldn’t believe, it seemed like he was lying to me, I could feel it in my guts. I stared at him suspiciously and then stood on my feet. “We are still going to the woods, right.” I asked, and he nodded. “Very well then ill see you later.” I said and walked away, so I could change into something good.When I arrived in my room I walked to the wardrobe, searched for a dress until I finally decided to go with a blue fitted dress,
Zoey's POVI woke up the next morning and couldn't stop thinking about what he said to me. He said he cares for me, but then why don't I seem to believe him?With a sigh, I left my bed, took my bath, dressed up and made my way to Jaya's room. I knocked once on his door and then opened it. When I got in, I found him still lying on the bed, and it seemed I had woken him up from his sleep.“Good morning, Mum!” He greeted me. His voice was too lively for someone who had just woken up from sleep. He rushed toward me and hugged me. I kissed his forehead and fondled his hair. This feeling was great.“Hope you had fun yesterday,” I said to him.“Yes, I did,” he responded.“Guess what?” I said to him, “Mum will make your favorite breakfast. So tell Mum, what is it?” I asked with curiosity, wondering what his favorite food was.“Mum, you know my favorite,” he said with a pout, and I smiled bitterly. I couldn't remember it. “Pasta and celery,” he spoke excitedly.“Yes, yes,” I said with a weak s
Zoey's POVWith a nervous gulp, I stood behind Alpha Ethan and clung to his body because he wasn't wearing a shirt. “Stay calm; they're not here to cause trouble,” he told me through the mind link. I was supposed to be relieved by his words, but somehow I was still scared as I stared at the three Rogues before us. Before I could grasp what was happening, one of the Rogues walked forward and bowed his head to the floor before Alpha Ethan. I stared at the wolf and then at Alpha Ethan, realizing they were communicating with each other.I continued to gaze at the other two rogues and held the gaze of the brown wolf. As I held his gaze, I couldn't take my eyes off it; it felt like I was entranced by his gaze. I was forced to look into his eyes and suddenly saw something in them. I saw myself running in the woods while crying profusely. The vision was short but vivid. Without being told, I knew it was this woods, the same woods where I was running, but why was I crying, and why did these ro
Alpha Ethan's POVWhat is she saying? Why would she make such a declaration? She was acting silly, and I won't let her.“I believe you heard me right, Alpha Ethan. I want to see my family, take me to them,” she declared, and I shook my head. I would never do that no matter what. She hates her family, and I won't take her to a family she hates, at least not in the state that she is in.“I can't take you there, please try and understand,” I pleaded, but her frown deepened. “Why can't I see my family?” she asked in an angry tone, causing a sigh to leave my lips.“You have to come up with something,” my wolf suggested, and I sighed. I moved closer to her and held her arms with both of mine. She stared at my grip on her arms and then looked up at me with a confused brow.“Please try and understand what I'm trying to say to you,” I pleaded, “I can do anything for you, but not this.” I pleaded, and her frown deepened, showing that she didn't agree with my pleas.She forcefully took my grip o
Zoey's POV“Let me out, I want to go out,” I said to the two men at the gate who didn't seem to move an inch despite my pleas, and now I was yelling. “Please, my lady, we can't let you leave,” he pleaded, but that only made me angrier. “This is Ridiculous. Am I imprisoned in here?” I asked the guard, who didn't say a word. It seemed he was trying to choose his words carefully. “Let me out, I promise I will be back,” I pleaded, but the guard still didn't say a word.I fumed and tapped my foot on the floor. I was getting frustrated already. “I need to leave…” I wanted to say more, but I felt a presence behind me and saw Alpha Ethan walking towards my direction with his beta. The men who had refused to let me pass all bowed their heads to him as he approached them. He stared at the men for a moment before turning back to me. “Is there a problem?” He asked, and I quickly responded. “I need to go see my family, Alpha Ethan,” I said, and he stared at me for a moment before taking a deep bre
Zoey's POVI barged into the library, and both Alpha Ethan and Jaya were surprised by my entrance. Quickly, I went over to where Jaya was seated beside Alpha Ethan and took him away from Alpha Ethan. I made Jaya stand behind me, and then I stood before him, while I stood before Alpha Ethan, who looked confused as he got up on his feet. He stared at me, and then he looked at Jaya, who was behind me.“What is going on?” he asked through the mind link. Obviously, he doesn't want Jaya to get a clue of what was happening. “Stay away from Jaya,” I responded back through the mind link, and his brow furrowed; he seemed confused by my words. “What do you mean?” he asked, and I frowned. “You know what I mean; stay away from my son,” I yelled through the mind link.He stared at me for a moment before he looked behind me. “Can you give Mama and me a few minutes?” he spoke calmly, and I turned to look at Jaya, who seemed confused about what was happening, but he nodded and stared at me with questi
Alpha Ethan's POVI was surprised to see her standing before me. She seemed surprised, and it was evident in her eyes, but I also realized she had a glint of worry in her eyes, or maybe I was wrong and seeing wrong. We held each other's gaze, and it seemed like we were both at a loss for words. I moved my eyes downward and saw a bowl of fruit salad in her hand. I furrowed my brow, wondering what she was doing with a plate of fruit salad this late at night.I looked back at her, and she stared back at me. “What…” we both said the words together and at the same time. I sighed and gestured for her to go first instead. She swallowed before speaking. “What are you doing up so late?” She asked with care and concern in her voice, or maybe I heard wrong.“I have a lot of work to do,” I said, and she stared at me for a moment before she spoke again. “Can I come in?” she asked, and I nodded, realizing that I had kept her standing by the door. “Yes, come in,” I said and stepped aside for her to
Zoey’s POVIt was good to feel his lips on mine again. My whole senses went on fire as he wrapped his arms around my waist and deepened the kiss. Slowly I opened my lips, and he slides his tongue as he began massaging my ass.A throaty groan left my lips at the impacts of his hand on my waist. In a swift motion, he made me lay on the bed and climbed on me. A satisfied smile appeared on his face as he ran an admiring gaze on me. “You are so beautiful.” He praised, and I blushed and wrapped my arms around his neck. “And you are hot.” I complimented, and he chuckled before bending down to seal his lips with mine.This time the kiss was so tenderly and loving, it was as if he was conveying his emotions through the kiss. With my eyes closed, I felt him move away from my lips, and then he went for the crook of my neck. I could feel his teeth as he nipped on my neck, sending a different sensation all over my body. I wanted him to just go on and mark me as his, but I knew it was too early for
Zoey's POV They were talking so heartily at the dinner table. Even Jaya had joined them too, leaving me feeling like an outcast. With a frown, I forced the food I was chewing down my throat. Despite my anger, I could taste that her food was well-cooked and delicious.“Well, you cook more than her,” my wolf comforted me while I just rolled my eyes and continued eating as I watched Alpha Ethan and Sandra talk so happily with each other. “That's a lie; you told me it's outside, when I got there I saw nothing.” Sandra pouted, and Alpha Ethan laughed loudly while Jaya followed them. My mind was so preoccupied with thoughts that I had no idea what they were saying.“Jaya, darling, do you know that when I got outside, I saw nothing? Your father tricked me,” Sandra complained like a little child, causing Jaya to laugh more.Feeling left out, I looked at the three at the table; they looked so happy without me. It seemed like I was invisible in their midst. A painful gulp passed down my throat
Zoey's POVAfter dressing up, I went to Jaya's room and didn't find him. I took the stairs to the living room and met his nanny. “Where is Jaya?” I asked, and she told me he went out with Alpha Ethan. I hummed and requested that she get me a glass of juice while I took a seat on the couch. A few seconds later, she returned with a glass of juice and handed it to me. After she left, I took a sip of the juice while I was entertained by what was showing on the TV. But then, I noticed the entrance door opened . Thinking it was Alpha Ethan and Jaya, I looked, but it wasn't them. Instead, it was a lady who should be the same age as me.I noticed the servants who saw her all welcomed her happily, and she smiled at them. Then, she looked my way. When our eyes met, she smiled at me and walked toward my direction. I dropped the glass of juice on the table and ran a quick gaze at her as she approached me. She was wearing a fitted black gown that stopped above her knees. Her black hair was packed
Zoey's POVI thought he wouldn't join me in the rain because he was an alpha, and people might see us. But I was surprised when he entered the rain and stood before me. A smile played on his face as the heavy raindrops fell on his face. Gosh, he was incredibly handsome.He stretched out his hand to me, which I took, and then he made me turn around in the rain as we both laughed our hearts out like little children. He went further to wrap his hand around my waist and then pulled me to himself. I smiled, and he smiled before leaning towards my left ear and whispered, “I love you.” He said, and I gulped as chilled shivers passed down my spine. This wasn't the first time he had told me this, but this time it felt different; this time it was as if he was pouring his heart out in those words.I nervously licked my lips as he moved away from my ear and held my gaze as if he wanted to bore into my soul. He smiled at me, and I shyly smiled and tucked my wet hair behind my ears. Goddess, I was
Alpha Ethan's POV:Throughout the concert, I noticed Zoey looked comfortable as she watched the play on the stage. With a daggering glare, I looked at Lord Philip, who met my gaze, and I frowned. I hated his guts; the fact that he almost broke my relationship with Zoey angered me even more.After the concert came to an end, Zoey and I walked out of the hall and met Philip at the door. It was as if he was waiting for us, and I was right when he saw us and approached us.“Alpha Ethan,” he called with a smirk, which I found very annoying. “I can see that you are back with your mate,” he said, making me grit my teeth and wanting to move closer to him, but Zoey stopped me by placing a hand on my shoulder.With clenched fists, I glared at him and wished I could punch him in the face, but Zoey's hand on my shoulder stopped me. “I did not approach you for a fight; rather, I want to say a few words to you and make peace,” he said, which surprised me. I wasn't expecting such words from him.“Ye
Alpha Ethan's POV“You look great, Dad,” Jaya complimented me as I walked into the sitting room. “Thanks,” I said and placed a kiss on his forehead before taking the seat beside him. “I wish I was an adult; then I would have come with you too,” he said and pouted while I smiled. “Don't worry; we will take you along next time. Now it's just daddy and mommy time,” I said, and Jaya nodded as if he fully understood me.“I get it, Dad. You are taking Mom out on a date,” he said, and I furrowed my brows, wondering where he got such words. “And for the record, Mom loves vanilla ice cream, so get her one,” he added, and I chuckled with disbelief before asking, “Where did you get such words from?” I asked, and he scoffed before rolling his eyes. “I'm a smart kid, Dad; I thought you knew this already,” he spoke proudly, and I smiled before wrapping my arms around his neck and pulling him to myself.“Really. So, Mr. Smart, tell me what other words do you know about that I don't know,” I asked, r
Alpha Ethan’s POV“Welcome back, Alpha,” my men at the mansion greeted as we walked inside the mansion. Jaya, Zoey, and I entered the mansion, and Jaya came to hold my hand. “So, are we still undergoing my training, Dad?” He asked, and I chuckled before ruffling his hair. “Of course, we will start tomorrow. Are you ready for your ass to be kicked?” I asked, and he scoffed before hitting me on the stomach. “I'm stronger than you, Dad,” he said, and a big smile spread across my face. “Let's see about that,” I argued with him and tried ruffling his hair, but he groaned and moved away from me while he tried to arrange his hair with his hands.I watched him go to Zoey, who was seated on the couch. He told her about how he was going to win, and all I did was smile at his cuteness. After boasting of his supposed strength, he went upstairs to have a change of clothes with his nanny, leaving me and Zoey in the living room.I took a seat across from her, and our gazes met, but she instantly loo
Zoey's POVI walked out of there and took the stairs to my room, which I knew was still left vacant for me. I got in and shut the door before pacing around the room. Anger rose within me as I thought of Vera and the little punishment given to her abusive mate. I was angry at myself for not being around and present at the trial. At least I would have done something and made sure he got a more severe punishment than the one given to him. “Damn it,” I groaned, and then sat on the bed. My entire being was consumed with anger at the thought of him just spending 20 years in imprisonment when my Vera, my friend, was gone. A big frown appeared on my face as I wished I could just change the hands of time. I believe I wouldn't have let Lord Adrian give him such a light punishment.While I was still in thought, a knock came on the door, and I groaned. I didn't want to be disturbed. "Who is there?" I snapped. "It's me, Mother, Mother," I heard Jaya's voice, and I quickly stood to my feet. How c
Alpha Ethan's POVThere was something strange about Zoey, something different that I just couldn't pick. With a furrowed brow, I held her gaze and saw that she also held my gaze with a blank look on her face, which made it hard for me to detect her mood. I noticed the way she walked into my room and the way she took a seat, and that made me realize what was strange and different. The Zoey seated before me had regained her lost memory; the old Zoey was back, and that was why she had this compelling energy around her.“Have you gotten your lost memory?” I asked, and she remained silent for a moment before she spoke. "I'm here to tell you the truth, not because I care about what you will think about me, but because I just want you to know the truth," she muttered in a firm voice, totally ignoring my words to her."I didn't have sex with Philip," she announced, and I gulped. "Yes, I went back there to have sex with him because the healer made it known that you have until dawn, and if the