Chapter 273rd‑person POVJake led Sharon outside , where he’d prepared a small fire to warm them up.. He took her hand as they sat before the flames , its glow dancing across their skin.“Sharon , are you cold?” Jake asked softly.“I’m fine ,” she whispered.Leaning in, he murmured, “You’re so beautiful.. Do you know that?”Sharon colored. “Jake , don’t flatter me.”“I mean it ,” Jake said. “Every time I see you , my heart races.”“You're just saying that ,” she replied , blushing.“No you're everything to me ,” he said in a hushed, earnest tone.She leaned into him. “Jake , why does this matter so much?”He breathed, “Because you are my mate , Sharon. My heart chose you long before it knew your name..”Tears sprung to her eyes. “I don’t deserve it.. after all..”“Don’t say that ,” Jake interrupted, cupping her face. “You deserve love. You deserve everything good in this world..”She placed a hand over his. “You make me feel safe.”“I always will ,” he promised.Sharon hesitated. “Wh
Chapter 26Sharon’s POVJake pulled the door open , and he was there Killian, with his face dark , and his emotions unreadable."Killian?" Jake muttered , clearly not expecting his brother..Killian didn’t say a word . Instead , he stepped forward and swung a punch , landing it hard across Jake’s jaw..“What the hell?” Jake growled , stumbling but recovering in an instant.. He didn’t hesitate his fist collided with Killian’s stomach with a sickening thud."Stop it!" I shrieked , my voice breaking as the brothers clashed like titans.Neither of them listened. Jake ducked another wild punch , seized Killian by the collar, and slammed him hard against the wall.. Killian retaliated with a sharp elbow into Jake’s ribs."Stop! Both of you!!" I shouted louder this time, my throat raw.At last , my voice broke through the haze of rage..Jake froze , chest heaving , fists still clenched. Killian glared, his own breathing rough , his eyes stormy.“What are you doing here , Killian?” Jake asked
Chapter 253rd POVKnock, knock, knock!A sharp knock at the door interrupted them, and Jake stood up to open it , surprised at the sight before him.Jake frowned , glancing toward the door.. “Who could that be?”Sharon shrugged , clutching the blanket that was slipping down her shoulders.. “It’s late.. maybe Marcus?”Jake moved to the door, but the moment he opened it , his expression hardened. “Mirabel? What are you doing here?”Mirabel cocked her head , one brow arching.. “Aren’t you going to invite me in?”Jake’s jaw clenched.. “What do you want , Mirabel?”Mirabel sighed dramatically.. “Is this how you treat guests? Let me in , and we’ll talk.”Jake hesitated but finally stepped aside..Sharon, now fully dressed , stepped out of the room to see who it was.Mirabel’s gaze raked across the room , stopping sharply when she saw Sharon emerging from the bedroom.She froze, eyes narrowing. “You have got to be kidding me.”Her expression twisted with anger..Ignoring Sharon completely ,
Chapter 24Jake’s POV“You hugged me ,” I started , my voice low as I stared into her teary eyes. “And in that moment, Sharon.. I wasn’t the same man anymore.”She looked up at me, her lips trembling. “Jake.. what are you saying?”My hand rose instinctively , cupping her cheek.The warmth of her skin against my palm sent a shiver racing down my spine. “I’m saying.. you don’t know what you do to me. When you're near, I lose all control. And right now.. I don’t want to fight it anymore.”Sharon’s cheeks flushed , and she whispered, “Jake..”“No, let me finish ,” I said, my voice was firm but laced with longing..“The minute your body touched mine , my world shifted. It was just a hug, Sharon but my body.. it reacted to you in ways I couldn’t control. And it was the last thing I expected.”.I took a deep breath.. “All I could think of was our first night together. It’s a pity you can’t remember that blissful moment.”She turned her face slightly , vulnerable but brave. Her fingers clung
Chapter 23Jake’s POVAs I hugged her , something shifted and then suddenly , the memory of that night came flooding back in full , vivid color.That night is etched into my soul. I’ve replayed it countless times , every moment clearer than it has any right to be.I had pushed my way inside the club no intention to party , no interest in the chaos. The bass thudded against my chest , people moved like their lives depended on it , the air heavy with sweat , alcohol , and desperation.I wasn’t there to be seen. I had just returned , and I didn’t want anyone knowing I was back yet..And then I saw her.A rose among thorns. Sharon , though back then , she was just the girl with the shy eyes. An instant misfit.She hovered at the door , with her fingers clinging to Mirabel’s arm like she needed an anchor. Like she wasn’t sure she belonged there.That scarlet dress she wore.. it clung to her curves like it was made for her , but her eyes so wide and uncertain told a different story.. Innoc
Chapter 22Sharon's POV The whole thing still confused me. Are they not aware that Mirabel is mated to Killian??"The thing is , Mirabel is carrying Killian's baby ," I concluded after a moment of deep thought.."That is true , must I say. Didn't they think about that?" Jake asked , furrowing his brow."I don't think the pack realizes she's pregnant. We have that one advantage over them ," I said , a new fire flickering in my eyes."Then it becomes our game plan to dismantle their useless plan ," he agreed with a firm nod."But before we go to them.. you remember when you claimed my child?" I began , my gaze locking onto his. "I still don’t understand. I have no memory of you and I being together..”Jake shifted uncomfortably , while avoiding my eyes. “Let’s catch Mirabel and Killian for now..”“No.” I stepped forward, voice resolute. “I need answers. You can’t just drop something like that and expect me to ignore it.. Tell me the truth..”He exhaled sharply and ran a hand through hi