Chapter: FATHER'S SECRET TO USLUCIANWe’ve not heard anything from Shadowfang pack yet, and we will continue to wait patiently for them. The camp had become our home for now, though no one called it such with warmth in their tone. It was a place of vigilance, of sleepless nights and sharpened blades, of eyes that scanned the horizon for any hint of movement and ears tuned to the slightest crack of a twig. The tension lingered like a storm that refused to break, thick enough to taste in the air.It had been two days since Lilith was brought here. Like Selena said, we would monitor her, and I had kept to that—though my reasons were not rooted in distrust, but in necessity. Every word, every flicker of expression from her carried meaning, and meaning, when it came to Adrian’s daughter, could not be taken lightly.The sun was rising, its gold light spilling slowly over the treetops, painting the canvas of our camp in muted warmth that did little to chase away the heaviness that lived in our bones. I was standing with
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Chapter: THE WEIGHT OF URGENCYSELENAThe secrets I got from Lilith last night filled me with a whole lot of eagerness to go and meet Adrian, to look him in the eye and fight him, to pay him back for every piece of evil he had ever planted in my life, to tear down the mask he wore and let the world see him for what he truly was. The thought of my sister locked away, breathing the same stale air behind iron bars, weighed on me so heavily that waiting even a single day felt unbearable. I did not want to wait anymore. I could not. My chest ached with urgency, with the need to act, as though time itself was slipping away faster than my hands could hold it. But first, I knew I had to see Lucian. I had to tell him everything I had learned, because the truth now pressed against me so forcefully it felt dangerous to keep it inside.I dressed quickly, pulling on clothes with movements sharper than I intended, each button fastened with trembling fingers that betrayed the storm inside me. My sword leaned against the wall, and
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Chapter: BETWEEN BETRAYAL AND BELIEFSELENA“I’m not pregnant. I’m never pregnant for your mate,” she said, her voice steady, though her fingers twisted into the blanket like she needed to anchor herself to something before the words slipped away.“But your dad said that you were pregnant for him. Why did he allow you to come here then?” I asked her, my voice sharper now, because the story was shifting, the ground beneath it no longer holding the weight of what we had all believed. The story was getting more interesting, but also far more dangerous.Her lips pressed together for a moment, her jaw tightening as if speaking was a betrayal to her own bloodline, but then she exhaled slowly, her shoulders sagging with the weight of words that seemed impossible to carry alone. “He’s planning a war,” she whispered, and though her tone was soft, the words carried like steel in the small room. “And it’s going to be a very big one. The target is you. He wants you dead, because there is a revelation. He manipulated you people so th
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Chapter: I WASN'T PREGNANTSELENA“What truth?” I asked again, my voice carrying a measured firmness, though my tone was not raised, as I fixed my eyes on hers without wavering, refusing to let my gaze drift even for a heartbeat. I watched her closely, searching for the smallest flicker that might give her away, holding her there as though my persistence alone could pry open the walls she had built around herself. It felt as if there was something heavy lodged between us, something thick and unspoken, and I imagined it cracking apart under the weight of my insistence, spilling whatever she had been hiding into the dim light between us.She didn’t answer right away, not even with a shift of her body or a twitch of her lips. Her mouth parted slightly, as if the words were about to step forward, only for her to close it again, trapping them inside. I caught the faint, almost imperceptible bob of her throat as she swallowed, her gaze flickering sideways in a quick, darting motion, like she was weighing whether spea
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Chapter: OLD WOUNDS, NEW WORDSSELENAIn the quiet of the night, after training with the children until their laughter faded into yawns and sleepy smiles, I had eaten dinner alone in my quarters. The warmth from the stew still lingered faintly in my stomach, the taste of herbs and slow-cooked meat clinging to my tongue. I was tired in that heavy, bone-deep way that came after long hours of movement and discipline, the kind that made every part of me ache for the softness of my bed.I had just pushed the plate I’d used for dinner aside, sliding it lazily across the low table until it came to rest near the foot of my bed, when I heard it—a knock.It wasn’t the kind that rattled the door or announced itself with confidence. It was faint, almost hesitant, the kind that didn’t demand attention but asked for it in a careful, almost nervous way. Once… then again, even softer this time, as if the person outside wasn’t sure they should be there at all.I stilled, my hand resting against the table’s edge. My ears sharpened i
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Chapter: BETWEEN RESTRAINT AND REVENGESELENAI had directed Mara, the oldest maid in the Alpha’s quarters, to take very good care of Lilith. Mara had served in this house longer than anyone else, her quiet efficiency and unshakable loyalty making her the perfect choice for such a task.I found her in the kitchen that morning, her sleeves rolled up to the elbows, hands deep in a basin of steaming water as she rinsed the last of the breakfast plates. The scent of fresh bread lingered in the air, mixing with the sharper tang of soap, and the faint hiss of the boiling kettle filled the silence between us. She looked up as soon as I stepped in, wiping her hands on her apron before bowing her head slightly.“Mara,” I began, keeping my voice even, each word chosen carefully. “I want you to see to Lilith’s comfort. Everything she needs, she gets. Meals—hot, on time, and to her liking. Clothing—washed, folded, ready in her quarters. Keep her rooms warm, and make sure the bed is turned down each night before she comes in.”Mara’s e
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THE BILLIONAIRE'S DIVORCED WIFE
Calla’s life has always been a struggle. Rejected by her family members, she’s been treated as an outsider in her own family. Desperate for escape, she’s married off to the cold and distant billionaire, Damian Blackwood, in a union she believes will give her the freedom and respect she’s always craved. But her hopes are shattered when Damian, indifferent and emotionally unavailable, makes it clear their marriage means nothing to him.
Soon, another woman enters the picture, further shattering Calla’s fragile sense of belonging. As tensions rise, Calla finds herself falsely accused of a crime she didn’t commit and thrown into jail. Alone and desperate, she’s on the verge of losing everything—until Ethan Hayes, a stranger with his own troubled past, offers her a lifeline. With a promise to help her uncover the truth and rebuild her life, Ethan becomes her unexpected savior. But can Calla trust him, or is he another person who will let her down?
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Chapter: THE TRAP IS SETTwo weeks had passed since Lily had made herself at home. Redesign works were going on in her own house so she was staying at Damian's for the mean time, and each day Calla found herself more and more isolated. Lily spent every day in the house, and at night, she shared Damian's bed. Meanwhile, Calla could barely bring herself to eat at the table, too intimidated by Lily’s presence. The women never spoke to each other. Whenever Damian left the house, Lily would ignore Calla completely, and Calla retreated to her room, avoiding any interaction. Their silence was suffocating, yet it was the only way Calla could keep herself together.That day, as Calla went out of her room to the kitchen in search of food, her nerves were on edge. She had skipped breakfast because Lily and Damian were eating together. Her stomach growled, but her mind was consumed by the strained tension in the house. She grabbed some bread from the kitchen and began eating. As she chewed, a voice from behind startled h
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Chapter: A NEW WOMAN A month had passed since Calla’s court wedding to Damian. On the outside, things seemed to be going smoothly. She was living in his luxurious home, attended to by maids, and her meals were always on time. The large house felt strangely comforting, though there was an eerie sense of emptiness that lingered. She never expected her life to be this way—married to a man who barely spoke to her or looked at her. But she had grown accustomed to it, finding solace in the small routine of her days. At least it was better than getting disdainful remarks every single minute she showed her face.She started having a crush on him. She had tried to push her feelings aside remembering his words that she was just a repayment for a debt, but it wasn’t easy. Who could blame her? He was undeniably handsome, his sharp features set in a permanent cool expression, his presence commanding attention. She found herself drawn to him more than she cared to admit. But that attraction was beginning to evolve into
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Chapter: A SILENT AGREEMENT The car ride was suffocatingly silent. Calla sat stiffly in the passenger seat, her hands clasped tightly in her lap, her eyes fixed on the blur of city lights outside the window. Damian didn’t speak, his focus entirely on the road ahead. The only sound was the low hum of the engine and the occasional rustle of fabric as she shifted uncomfortably in her seat.She stole glances at him occasionally, trying to read his expression, but his face was unreadable. His sharp jawline was set, his dark eyes focused, and his hands gripped the steering wheel with a quiet intensity. She wondered what he was thinking. Did he regret this? Did he see her as nothing more than a burden, a repayment for a debt? Or was there something else, something deeper, that she couldn’t yet understand?They pulled up to a hotel, its grand facade illuminated by soft golden lights. Damian parked the car and finally broke the silence. “What happened to you?” he asked, his voice low but firm. “How did you get the scar?
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Chapter: THE BARGAIN The doorbell rang, its sharp chime slicing through the tension in the room like a knife. Calla’s heart leapt into her throat, her hands trembling as she clutched the edge of the table. Her father, Charles, straightened in his seat, his expression was unreadable. “That must be your husband,” he said, his voice cold and detached, as if he were discussing a business transaction rather than the fate of his own daughter.Daniel, her stepbrother, smirked and walked toward the door, his movements slow and deliberate, as if he were savoring every moment of her discomfort and anxious. Calla’s stomach churned as she watched him reach the door. She hated the way he looked at her, the way he always seemed to revel in her pain and misfortune.The door creaked open, and there he was.Damian Blackwood.Calla’s breath hitched as her eyes landed on him. He was not what she had expected. She had imagined someone older, someone cruel and hardened, with a face that matched the coldness of his demands fo
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Chapter: SOLD LIKE AN OBJECT The room was dark, lit only by the pale glow of the moon filtering through the half-open curtains. She sat on her bed, knees drawn to her chest, staring at the wall.Another restless night.It had been this way for years—sleepless, haunted by a house that had never been home. A place where she had no voice, no worth. She had learned to survive in the cracks, to make herself small and invisible. But survival came at a cost. The weight of it pressed down on her chest, suffocating her.Then—The door burst open.Her body stiffened as a shadow loomed in the doorway, tall and imposing, filling the space with an oppressive energy. She didn’t need to see his face to know who it was. She recognized the stance, the way he carried himself with an air of entitlement. And that smirk that disgusted her—always that smirk.Her stepbrother, Daniel Everly. A cold chill ran down her spine as she scrambled to her feet, pressing herself against the wall as if it could swallow her whole. Her heart pounde
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Chapter: NO WAY OUT It's been two days since the gala disaster, two days since my failed escape attempt. I hunched over my bathroom toilet, emptying what little breakfast I'd managed to eat. Something was wrong. My approaching heat usually brought fever and aches, but this felt different."Elena?" Mia's worried voice came through the door. "Let me in, or I swear I'll break it down."I'd been avoiding everyone since that night, but Mia had climbed through my window an hour ago, refusing to leave. Crawling to the door, I unlocked it."Holy shit." She rushed to my side. "You look terrible.""Thanks," I croaked, accepting the damp washcloth she pressed to my forehead. "Just what every girl wants to hear.""Cut the jokes." Mia felt my pulse, her nurse training showing. "These aren't normal heat symptoms. Your heart's racing, and—" She froze, nostrils flaring. "Elena... your scent..."Ice flooded my veins. "What about it?""It's... different. Like when my sister was..." Her eyes widened. "Oh my god.""No." I s
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Chapter: THE GALA AND THE FALLOUT The gala sparkled with fake smiles and old money, crystal Lanterns casting shadows over pack politics. I tugged at my conservative blue gown, my skin still burning from Lucas’s touches the night before. Every movement reminded me of our night together, every tick of the clock counting down to my approaching heat."Elena." Richard Thompson appeared beside me, his smirk shallow, his eyes void of warmth. "You look... adequate."I fought the urge to pull away from his touch as his hand settled on my lower back. "Thank you for the invitation.""Oh, it won’t be the only thing I give you." His fingers dug into my spine, possessive. "Your father has already agreed to the match. Smart man, knowing damaged goods need a quick sale."My wolf stirred, a sharp, unfamiliar defiance rising within me.Lucas's influence.Even after just one night, he had awakened something in me—something stronger, something that refused to cower.A commotion erupted at the entrance. The air shifted. Murmurs swelled ar
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Chapter: POINT OF NO RETURN Elena's POVThe Club pulsed with energy, strobe lights cutting through artificial fog as bodies moved on the dance floor. I tugged at the hem of Mia's black dress, feeling simultaneously powerful and exposed."Stop fidgeting!" Mia shouted over the music, pressing a brightly colored drink into my hand. "You look hot! Own it!"She wasn't wrong. The dress hugged curves I usually hid under conservative clothing, and I'd let my dark hair fall in waves past my shoulders instead of the tight bun Sarah insisted on. For once, I didn't look like the perfect, submissive Omega."I still can't believe I'm here," I yelled back, taking a sip of the drink. Sweet with a kick – just like freedom."Better than sitting at home planning your wedding to Richard!"I choked on my drink. "How did you—""Please." Mia rolled her eyes. "My mom's on the Council. I heard all about Sarah pushing for the match." She grabbed my arm. "Speaking of hot guys who aren't Richard... Don't look now, but Mr. Tall-Dark-and-Dan
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Chapter: THE WEIGHT OF BELONGING ELENA'S POV"Elena! Where are my silk sheets?" Sarah's voice sliced through the pack house like a whip. "If you ruined them in the wash again—"I gritted my teeth, folding another stack of linens. "They're drying outside, Mrs. Walker. The dry cleaner said—""Outside? Are you trying to ruin them? Honestly, Elena, do you have any common sense?"Breathe. Don’t react. At twenty-three, I should be free to make my own choices. Instead, I was stuck playing servant for my stepmother, the Luna of the Southern Pack."I’ll bring them in now," I muttered, already moving."No need. I'll have Rosa do it. At least she knows how to handle quality items."I clenched my jaw. "Of course. Anything else?""Yes." A slow, satisfied smile spread across her face. "Your father wants to see you in his office. Something about another complaint from the Council."My stomach twisted. Council meetings meant one thing—more reminders of how I was an embarrassment to the pack. I barely nodded before turning to leave.
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Chapter: SHADOWS OF THE PAST Lila's POVI stared at the plate in front of me, my stomach twisting into knots. Steak. Mashed potatoes. Steamed vegetables. Simple, yet perfect. It smelled incredible—exactly how I remembered. Adrian knew how to cook. For a moment, I was thrown back in time, to nights when he would return from his ridiculous late-night meetings, roll up his sleeves, and make us dinner because he didn’t trust anyone else to get the seasoning right. To the way he’d smirk when I stole bites from his plate, acting like he was annoyed but never once stopping me. Back when I thought we were happy. But it was all a lie. I tightened my grip around the fork, forcing myself to stay in the present. Those memories meant nothing now. They were just pieces of something that had shattered beyond repair. Adrian sat across from me, watching me too closely.He had barely touched his own food. “You’re not eating?” I asked, my voice colder than I intended. He leaned back in his chair, arms crossed. “
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Chapter: TRAPPED WITH THE ENEMY Adrian's POV How do normal people deal with news of their ex wife's pregnancy? And how the hell am I supposed to react to the cryptic message that says that one ex of mine is about to be killed?“Bastards! Fucking bastards!” I cussed out, slamming my fists on the steering wheel continuously.I could hardly control my rage as I drove at 130km/h, weaving through the traffic like a mad man.I had to get to her before it was too late.Of all places she had to choose, she chose the Redgrave district. New York's very own hell hole. It was a well known destination for crimes and criminals. I parked my car a block away, jumping out without bothering to turn off the engine. The streets were eerily quiet, the kind of silence that screamed danger. My fingers itched to pull out my gun, but I needed to be quick. Quiet.Her apartment was on the second floor of a dilapidated building. Pathetic security. One jump, one grip, and I was already scaling the fire escape. The window was locked, but a wel
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Chapter: THE UNWANTED PROTECTOR Lila's POV“You know it has been one of your dreams to go to Florida, Lila,” Sophie said softly, watching my wary expression with concern. “Yeah, on vacation.” I let out a humorless laugh, my eyes stinging with unshed tears. “Not like this. Not because I’m running away.” Sophie sighed, reaching out to hold my hand, but I pulled away. “Lila, please… you can’t stay here,” she whispered. “Why would you even want to? After everything he did to you—” “I’m not staying because of him, goddammit!” I snapped, yanking my hands to my lap. “I built my life here! My job, my friends…everything I’ve worked for is here.” Sophie’s lips pressed into a thin line, her eyes filled with frustration. “But at what cost? You can’t tell me you don’t see it, Lila. This city is a graveyard of your past. And Adrian…” She exhaled sharply, shaking her head.I turned away, swallowing the lump in my throat. I didn’t want to think about Adrian. I needed to change the subject. Pushing to my feet, I forced
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Chapter: THE END OF FOREVER Lila's POVI clutched the hem of my dress, my heart pounding in my chest as I presented Adrian with the divorce papers.His eyes scanned the documents with an unreadable expression. For a moment, I thought I saw a glimmer of emotion. But it was quickly extinguished, replaced by his usual indifference.“Are you serious?” He asked, his voice sounding amused.“Yes, I am. I want a divorce, Adrian.” I nodded, giving a firm response.He reclined back in his chair as a smirk spread across his face. “Why?” He asked in one word.“I know,” A knot formed in my throat as I struggled to find the words. “I know about her. Your secretary.”For a moment, there was silence. Then he smiled, leaning forward slightly. “And?”I felt a chill run through me at his cold response. I had prepared myself for denial, maybe even anger, but not this. “And?” I repeated, my voice cracking. “That's all you have to say?”He shrugged, picking up his fork and stabbing the food on his plate. “What do you want me to say
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