Theda POV In the midst of my fear, my mind raced, desperately searching for a solution to survive this dire situation. Despite my inability to shift, I knew I had to think quickly and find a way to protect myself. As the wolves drew nearer, I considered my options.I scanned the surroundings, looking for any potential tools or objects that I could use as a makeshift defense. Perhaps there were rocks, branches, or anything that could be used as a deterrent. I could throw objects at the wolves to create a distraction, buying my precious moments to devise a more effective strategy. Simultaneously, I remembered the slaves who hadn't shifted and had stepped back, creating a gap between the wolves and me. I realized that they might provide a temporary shield against the approaching wolves. If I could navigate through the slaves, I might be able to gain some distance from the oncoming danger, but I would be endangering their lives too.No. His words rang in my head, forcing me to rememb

Theda POV I stood before Alpha Tyler, my gaze unwavering as I locked eyes with him. The once warm and familiar orbs now seemed cold and distant, devoid of the affection and connection we once shared. Taking a deep breath to steady myself as I mustered the courage to start talking to him."What's wrong with you?" My voice held a mix of frustration and desperation. "Why have you changed? Why are you acting like this? And why did you do that yesterday?" Alpha Tyler's response was curt, his tone laced with impatience. "Too many questions," he retorted, his words cutting through the air. "You're lucky it started raining, or else I would have enjoyed watching them chasing you till you're down. Now, don't say anything, but do as I say." My heart sank at his callous words. I fought back tears, refusing to let them spill over and betray my emotions. "I am not seeing you as my Luna now. I see you as a mere Omega, Theda."The pain of his unheld crushing words radiated through me, but I remai

Tyler POV I couldn't express how happy I was to have Theda behind bars. I had actually asked Lena to go and piss her off and she fell for my trap. Not being able to hurt her the past week left me destabilized after I had faced days of torment from my wolf. It was unbearable but I survived. I think I need to focus more on controlling my wolf. I will never let Tyson control me. Standing by the window of my office, enjoying the pleasant night breeze and having some whiskey, I was taken aback as the door was forcefully pushed open. I turned with knitted brows to see Blake stomp into the office with a displeasing look plastered on his face. "What the heck!" I growled, dropping my glass. "Why barge in like that?" "Why have Theda locked in the cell, Tyler?" He curtly asked, meeting my fierceness head-on. "You have no right to question me." "This is wrong!" He held his hand to slam the desk but stopped himself and threw his hand into the air in pure fury. "You shouldn't be treating her

Theda POV Recognizing the shock on their faces, my heart swelled with a mix of joy and bittersweet emotion. It had been over four long months since I last saw them, and the separation had taken its toll. The weight of the time apart suddenly hit me, and I couldn't stop the tears from welling up in my eyes. Without hesitation, I sprinted towards them, closing the remaining distance with lightning speed. With my arms outstretched, I enveloped them in a tight embrace, my mother and brother returning the gesture. The warmth of their bodies and the sound of their beating hearts reassured me that they were safe and together once again. My eyes caught a glimpse of the vase my brother, Axel was holding behind and I stopped myself from laughing, knowing that he was ready to attack whoever it was that had entered the room if it wasn't me. At least he had become mature, and I'm certain he must have been defending and protecting our mother in my absence from my evil stepfather's hands.

Tyler POV Seeing the astonishment in Theda's eyes was what satiated my anger a little. I can't believe the nonsense she's saying."A- Alpha Ty- Tyler… ah."I tightened my grip as she uttered my name in a mumble, forcing her to let out a shriek. She reached out slowly and held my hand which was around her jaw, as if trying to relay something to me with her eyes which were becoming teary. The fear of breaking her jawbone forcefully crept into my heart which I had chained and I couldn't stop myself from letting go of her as a drop of tears rolled down her cheeks. I turned my back to her, returning my eyes' color to its normal color."Alpha Tyler, you need to believe me, please.""Be quiet and leave," I ordered but she annoyed me the most by restating her claim."My father is innocent."I spun and grabbed her shoulders as I yelled at her face. "Your father is a killer and it would be tough for you if you stop trying to prove him innocent or you would face my wrath.""Okay then. I am n