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
Alpha Ethan's POVI was expecting her to push me away or react badly to me kissing her, but to my surprise, she didn't. Rather, she opened her lips and let me in. I was shocked, but at the same time, happy, but That didn't stop me from sliding my tongue into her mouth. I passionately kissed her, tickling my tongue with hers. I went further to suck her lower lip gently and then deepened the kiss. A low moan escaped from her lips, confirming that she was enjoying this.As we kissed in sync, all the organs in me came to life, and Leo was howling with satisfaction. Ever since we met again, I had wished for this moment, and right now, it was happening. My Zoey was in my arms. I took my hands off her face and went further to her lower back, grabbing her waist. I was tempted to go further, but I stopped myself and settled for the waist because I didn't know how she would react to it.We kissed for a moment, and then I pulled away when I realized she was going out of breath. Our gaze met as
Zoey's POVI was surprised to see him standing by the door, watching Jaya and me. I didn't expect him to be awake at such early hours, and he even looked well-dressed, which meant he had already taken his bath.“Papa, you're awake,” Jaya said as he noticed Alpha Ethan by the door. Alpha Ethan smiled, revealing his beautiful set of arranged teeth. This man is incredibly handsome. He walked over to us and lifted Jaya up, who giggled and hugged him. “Good morning, Father,” Jaya greeted while Alpha Ethan placed a kiss on his cheek and put him down.“How is my champion doing this morning?” Alpha Ethan asked as he ruffled Jaya's hair. It seems he loves doing that. “I'm fine, Daddy, but I'm not happy,” Jaya said with a frown, and Alpha Ethan furrowed a brow and squatted to his height. “And what is making my champ angry?” He asked, and Jaya pouted.“You were supposed to be asleep. Mother and I wanted to serve you breakfast in bed, and we are almost done,” he said, and a big smile appeared on
Zoey's POV“Are you okay?” he asked as he took a step closer to me, and all I could do was just stare at him. I was curious about what the man had said about me being a toy to Alpha Ethan and how he would never see me beyond that. I needed answers, and I was running out of patience for it.“Is something wrong?” he asked again, while I stared at him for a moment before taking a step closer to him. “Can I speak to you?” I asked, and he nodded. “But not here,” I said, and he nodded. “Let's go to my study then,” he suggested, and I agreed with him.He led the way while I followed him, a series of questions buzzing in my head. I was curious and needed answers, and today he was going to give me them all.We entered his office, and I took a seat on the couch while he sat on the couch across from me. An awkward silence filled the room for a moment as I pondered on how to start the conversation. “You wanted to say something to me,” he spoke, breaking the silence.I took a deep breath before ho
Alpha Ethan's POVI was dumbfounded to feel her arms wrapped around my waist. At first, I was expecting her to yell or walk away with anger, but she didn't; rather, she was wrapping her hands around me. Filled with curiosity, I held her hand and turned around. Our gaze met, and I could see there was no anger in her eyes, but rather, she held pity in her eyes, which was confusing.We held each other's gaze, and I didn't know what to say to her. I was confused because this was not what I expected from her. I had expected her to shout and yell at me, but here she was, looking at me with sympathy.I watched her take a deep breath before she spoke. “I know you were expecting me to yell at you or tell you how angry I am with you, and the truth is that's what I thought I would do when you began telling the story. But as you went on, I realized that I couldn’t get mad at you because somehow it feels like we are both victims of circumstance,” she explained while I just stared at her dumbfounde
Zoey's POV“Goodnight, Mom.”“Goodnight, my boy,” I placed a kiss on Jaya's forehead before leaving the bed. I turned off the bright lights and left only the bedside light on before leaving the room. I wanted to go to my room and go to bed, but then I thought of Alpha Ethan and wondered why he wasn't back yet. According to Jaya, he said something came up, and they couldn't go out, and I knew whatever would make Alpha Ethan cancel his plans with Jaya must be really serious.Filled with concern, I went down to the sitting room and asked the first servant I met on my way about Alpha Ethan. He told me that Alpha Ethan wasn't back yet. I frowned and checked the wall clock, realizing it was past 9 PM already. “Maybe he is on his way,” I told myself, and went outside the mansion to take some fresh air in the garden.When I got outside the mansion, I noticed something odd that didn't seem right. More men were guarding the mansion, and it seemed like their numbers had tripled. I stared at the
Zoey's POVAn awkward silence filled the whole place as we both pondered in our thoughts. I was scared about what this silence meant. I knew what war meant and the impact it would bring into our lives. I looked at Alpha Ethan, who looked at me with an exhausted expression. He looked so tired and was doing his best to appear strong in front of me."You should get some sleep; you have to leave at dawn," he said, breaking the silence. I stared at him and didn't know what to say or do. I felt so helpless, and I hated it. I wished I had my memory; maybe I could have helped in some way."Come on, I'll walk you to your room," he said and took hold of my hand. I looked at his grip on my hand and then at him. He flashed me a weak, reassuring smile before leading the way to the stairs while I followed.We took the stairs while I just stared at him. I was worried about him, wondering what he might be feeling. As an alpha, going to war wouldn't be easy for him because he knew what would happen if
Zoey's POV"I will go take a bath and be with you shortly," he said, but I shook my head and frowned because I knew that meant he would have to go to his room. I knew I should allow him to go, but I was acting childish because I was scared that he would disappear. He smiled and ran his finger through my hair. "I will bathe here," he said, and I sighed in relief.He smiled at me again and then went towards the bathroom. He got to the door of the bathroom and turned to look at me. "Do you wish to join me?" he teased, and I blushed and shyly looked away. I could hear his soft chuckle as he opened the door and went inside.I sat on the bed and went into deep thoughts as his words continued to play in my head. There would be war, and Jaya and I would be leaving Alpha Ethan. The thought of not being able to see him scares me, and I wonder what would become of Jaya and me if anything happens to him. There is this strange feeling around me that I cannot just ignore. It feels like something wo
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