Chapter: Lingering TasteChapter Thirty Eight: Lingering taste Phoebe’s POVThe bus dropped me off a short distance from the house. I walked slowly along the quiet road, my bag hanging heavily on my shoulder. The afternoon sun felt too warm on my skin, but I barely noticed it. My mind kept replaying the kiss on loop, like a broken record I couldn’t turn off.It had felt… good.Too good.My first kiss. I had imagined it so many times — soft, sweet, with Conrad smiling at me after. But instead, it was Seth. My stepbrother. The boy who blackmailed me, who controlled me, who made my life complicated. Yet when I grabbed his collar and pressed my lips to his, something inside me had melted. The way he kissed me back, the firm grip on my waist, the heat of his mouth… I enjoyed it. Deep down, in a place I didn’t want to acknowledge, I had wanted more.I hated myself for it.By the time I reached the gate, my cheeks were burning again. I pushed the thoughts away and walked into the house.Mom was in the living room,
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Chapter: Locker room rageChapter Thirty-seven: Locker room rage Seth’s POV I stood by the bleachers, arms crossed, watching the whole ridiculous setup with zero interest. The “Never Kiss and Tell” event was in full swing, and the hall was loud with excitement. I had no plans to participate. None. Then my guys spotted me. “Astor! Come on, man!” Marcus laughed, grabbing my arm. Two others joined him and dragged me toward the line of guys despite my protests. “Fuck off, I’m not doing this,” I muttered, but they didn’t listen. They pushed me into place with the others, grinning like idiots. I stayed at the edge, scanning the crowd. My eyes found Phoebe almost immediately. She looked nervous, picking at her fingers the way she always did when she was anxious. My chest tightened without permission. It was her turn. They tied the blindfold over her eyes. My jaw clenched as they shuffled the guys around. She started walking slowly, hands slightly outstretched. She passed Conrad. I saw her hesitate ne
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Chapter: BlindfoldedChapter Thirty Six: Blindfolded Phoebe’s POV I stood by Mom’s bedside, watching her swallow the iron supplements with a glass of water. The doctor had left clear instructions, and I wasn’t taking any chances. “Mom, please take your drugs on time, okay? And eat more protein like the doctor said,” I reminded her gently, adjusting the pillow behind her back. “If you feel dizzy again, tell the servants immediately.” One of the maids nodded from the corner of the room. “I’ll watch her closely, ma’am Phoebe.” Seth leaned against the doorframe, arms crossed, looking impatient. He rolled his eyes. “Your mom is going to be fine, Phoebe. We’re going to be late for school.” I sighed, giving Mom one last hug. “I have to go. Call me if anything happens.” She smiled tiredly and kissed my forehead. “I’ll be okay, my love. Go and focus on school.” I followed Seth out of the room, my bag slung over my shoulder. The drive to school was quiet at first. I stared out the window, my mind still on
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Chapter: Hidden AgendaChapter Thirty Five: Hidden AgendaPhoebe's POVmy heart kept racing as I watched the doctor examine mom. She was alright physically—no cuts or sprains, but I had a feeling something was off, I just couldn't understand what it was. Her smile was flat like she was forcing it to convince everyone that she was alright.My patience finally snapped and I spoke up. “Is mom alright doctor?”The doctor dropped his stethoscope, turning to me gently. “Yes. She just felt dizzy because she has iron deficiency. She just needs to eat more proteins.” I exhaled in relief. “Oh.. okay doctor, thank you.”Mom shifted in the bed, leaning out gently. “I told you I was fine Fifi, you don't have to worry too much.”I sat beside her, taking her hand gently in mine. “You’re my mom, I have to worry about you.”She let out a soft smile, parting my hair. “Thats why I love you.”The doctor stood up and picked up his briefcase. “I'll take my leave now. If you need anything else, you have my number, right Mr As
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Chapter: Scars exposedChapter Thirty four : Scars exposed Phoebe’s POVThe nurse at the school clinic was gentle as she examined Seth’s shoulder. I stood by the door, arms wrapped around myself, watching everything. My heart was still beating too fast from the moment I saw him fall on the field.“It’s just a minor strain,” the nurse said finally, wrapping a bandage around his shoulder. “I’ll give you some painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs. Rest it as much as possible for the next few days. No heavy training.”Seth nodded, his face tight with pain but trying to act like it was nothing.I stepped closer once the nurse left the room. “How is it?”He looked up at me and gave a small, tired smirk. “I’ll live, kitty cat.”I didn’t smile back. The words came out before I could stop them. “Why were you worried about me?” he asked quietly. “Didn’t you hate me?”I looked away, shifting on my feet. “I was just passing by. And just because I hate you doesn’t mean I’m heartless.”Seth stared at me for a long mom
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Chapter: Taking sidesChapter Thirty Three: Taking sides.Phoebe’s POVMorning light filtered through my curtains, soft and golden. I sat at my small desk, staring at a fresh sheet of paper. The new letter for Seth. My pen hovered over the page, but the words wouldn’t come easily. I kept thinking about the way he had touched me, the way my body had reacted even though I hated it. I couldn’t write something like that again.I reached for the crumpled paper I had thrown aside earlier. The old letter. I smoothed it out on the desk and read it again.My cheeks burned as the words stared back at me. It was too raw, too honest, too dangerous for him to read. There was no way I could give him this.I crumpled it again, walked to the window, and threw it out. The paper disappeared into the bushes below. I sat back down and started over. This time, I kept it normal. Controlled. Just enough to satisfy the task without giving him more ammunition. I wrote about his hands, his voice, the way he looked at me when he was
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Chapter: Chapter 60Chapter 60OLIVIA’S SICHTWEISEEs waren bereits Tage vergangen seit jener Nacht, in der die Rogues mich angegriffen hatten. Ich versuchte, nicht mehr daran zu denken, doch ich begann, Albträume von ihnen zu haben. Ihre Krallen, Zähne und ihre raubtierhaften Blicke.Es schüttelte mich auf, doch Alpha Mateo war immer da, um mir zu versichern, wie sicher ich war. In den letzten Tagen fühlte ich mich wirklich sicher in seiner Nähe, aber das mulmige Gefühl in meinem Magen wollte einfach nicht verschwinden.Als ich auf dem Weg zu seinem Zimmer war, erfüllte sein vertrauter Duft meine Nase. Ich atmete scharf ein, ein warmes Lächeln breitete sich auf meinen Lippen aus, während ich den Schmutz von meinem Kleid klopfte und eintrat.„Guten Morgen.“ begrüßte ich ihn strahlend, als hätte ich im Lotto gewonnen. Die Schmetterlinge in meinem Bauch tanzten fröhlich und meine Brust brannte angenehm.So war es in den letzten Tagen immer gewesen. Ihn zu sehen, machte mich für ein paar Sekunden sprachlos
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Chapter: Chapter 59Chapter 59EMMAS SICHTWEISE„Warte, ich hole etwas Eis." murmelte Ethan in neckendem Ton, während er aus dem Zimmer eilte. Ich schnaubte und ballte die Faust, da Ellas Schlag meine Wange noch immer brennen ließ.„Verdammt!" Wie konnte sie mich nur so demütigen?„Fluch nicht, Emma, du hast dir das selbst eingebrockt — hier, leg das auf." Ethan kam zurück und reichte mir den Eisbeutel.„Was hat Alpha Alex bei all dem getan?" fragte er erneut spöttisch.Alpha Alex?!„Er stand nur da und sah zu, wie sie mich beleidigte! Er konnte mich nicht einmal verteidigen!" tobte ich und warf den Beutel auf den Boden.Ethan kicherte. „Was hast du erwartet? Sie ist seine Schwester."Schwester? Das ist eine Hexe.„Unsere Pläne scheitern ständig, Emma. Ich denke, es ist Zeit, Olivia in Frieden zu lassen." murmelte er, hob das Eis wieder auf und legte es auf meine Wange. Ich schob seine Hand weg und sprang auf die Beine.„Sie in Frieden lassen? Warum sollte sie glücklich sein dürfen, nachdem sie mein Lebe
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Chapter: Chapter 58Chapter 58MATEOS SICHTWEISE„Wage es nicht, sie zu berühren?!" sagte ich, und Lnoxx hallte meine Worte mit einem lauten Knurren wider. Er sprang direkt vor Olivia und schützte sie, bevor diese lästigen Schurken ihr etwas antun konnten.Die kleinen Schmerzenslaute, die sie machte, während ich sie zurück nach Hause brachte, machten mein Herz schwerer. Diese Nacht sollte Spaß bringen, ich hatte Spaß gehabt, bis sie ruiniert wurde.„Ist es verheilt?" fragte ich sie, während ich sie sanft auf ihr Bett legte. Glücklicherweise hatte sich Mutter in ihr Zimmer zurückgezogen — sonst wäre sie entsetzt gewesen zu hören, dass die Schurken uns angegriffen hatten.„Nein." murmelte Olivia, lehnte sich in die Kissen und presste ihre Hand auf die Stelle.„Darf ich..." Ich griff nach der Stelle und zog langsam ihr Kleid hoch. Sie verkrampfte sich — aber blieb ruhig und zog die Bettdecke über ihre Beine.„Da!" sagte ich erleichtert, als ich den Riss aus ihrem Fleisch zog. Die Wunde schloss sich endlich
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Chapter: Chapter 57Chapter 57OLIVIAS SICHTWEISEDie Nachtbrise strich über mein Fell, als Ory zum ersten Mal frei lief. Sie heulte und schnurrte vor Aufregung weiter, während sie ihr Tempo erhöhte, um mit Lnoxx Schritt zu halten. Nicht, dass sie es könnte — aber sie wollte es versuchen.Der Wolf war schnell, viel zu schnell. Er hielt mit unserem Tempo mühelos Schritt und lief, als gehörte ihm der ganze Wald, während er gelegentlich mit diesem Grinsen in unsere Richtung blickte, das nur ein Alpha hinkriegt.„Angeber." schnaubte Ory. Lnoxx drehte den Kopf und stieß ein leises, spielerisches Knurren aus, als hätte er uns gehört.Ory knurrte und beschleunigte. Ich lachte innerlich. „Das ist kein Wettkampf."„Oh, doch." knurrte sie und schoss wie ein Blitz davon. Mir war noch immer schwindlig, so lange drinnen gewesen zu sein — aber sie hatte so viel Spaß dabei, mit Lnoxx zu laufen, dass ich ihr nicht sagen konnte, sie solle aufhören.Blätter wirbelten unter ihren Pfoten, als sie zwischen den Bäumen hindurc
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Chapter: Chapter 56Chapter 56MATEOS SICHTWEISE„Du… du meinst es ernst?" stammelte Olivia ungläubig, während sie mich weiterhin anblinzelte.Ich nickte langsam, als ich sie zurück zum Sitzen führte. Alles, was ich von Ella brauchte, war Abschluss, den ich endlich bekommen hatte, und jetzt war ich bereit, mein Leben wieder anzufangen.Mit wem sonst sollte ich es beginnen, wenn nicht mit Olivia? Sie war meine Frau, und auch wenn es nur auf Papier war, war ich bereit, das zu ändern.„Dein Herz gehört jemand anderem, Mateo, verlier sie nicht." hallten Ellas Worte erneut in meinen Ohren, und es ließ mich erkennen, wen ich wirklich brauchte.Olivia.Ich hatte Fehler mit ihr gemacht — aber jetzt war ich bereit, sie zu korrigieren, beginnend mit diesem Vertrag.„Es tut mir leid, wie ich dich in der Vergangenheit behandelt habe, Olivia. Ich war wütend auf mich selbst, und ich ließ diese Wut mein Urteilsvermögen trüben. Ich hätte dich nie diese Papiere unterschreiben lassen sollen, und das tut mir leid." Ich hät
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Chapter: Chapter 55Chapter 55OLIVIAS SICHTWEISE„Es tut mir so leid, ich hätte nicht so hereinplatzen sollen." murmelte ich, als Alpha Mateo sich zu mir umdrehte. Er öffnete den Mund, um zu sprechen — aber ich ging, bevor er konnte.Ich war nicht wütend — aber ich konnte nicht verhindern, dass sich meine Faust hart ballte. Ein seltsamer Schmerz schwoll in meiner Brust auf, als ich sah, wie sie sich so umarmten. Er hatte sie sogar zurück umarmt, ihre Tränen abgewischt, als würde er noch immer etwas für sie fühlen.Vielleicht tat er es. Wer war ich, um zu urteilen? Ich war doch nur der Ersatz, oder?Mein Herz zog sich schmerzhaft zusammen, dieses Gefühl zu haben. Ich wollte nicht — aber ich konnte einfach nicht anders.Nach dem Kuss, den wir geteilt hatten, hatte ich begonnen zu denken, die Dinge würden besser werden, ich könnte über den Vertrag sprechen, und wir könnten ihn beenden — aber es schien, als gehörte Alpha Mateos Herz noch immer seiner vorherbestimmten Gefährtin.Ein Wort, und er war wieder g
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Chapter: Chapter 112Chapter 112Anaya’s POVIt was late, but I couldn’t sleep. I sat in the rocking chair in our room, gently rocking my son in my arms. He was so tiny and warm, his little face peaceful as he slept. Every time I looked at him, my heart felt full. After everything we had been through, he was finally here.A soft glow appeared near the window. Nancy stood there, smiling gently at us.“Nancy…” I whispered. “Do you want to see him?”She nodded and came closer, looking down at my baby with soft eyes. “He looks just like Ryker,” she said quietly. “Strong and handsome already.”I smiled through tears. “Thank you… for everything. For warning me. For helping me fight.”Nancy’s smile widened. “You fought well, Anaya. I can finally cross over in peace now.” She paused, her expression becoming serious. “But before I go, you must protect Ryker. There is danger looming around him. Be careful.”“I will,” I promised. “I’ll protect him with everything I have.”Nancy nodded. “I trust you.” Then she slowly
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Chapter: Chapter 111Chapter 111 Olivia’s POV I couldn’t stop crying. The sound that came out of me was raw and broken as I held Anaya’s lifeless body in my arms. Blood was everywhere — on the floor, on my hands, on her clothes. My daughter. My only child. Mateo tried to pull me away gently. “Olivia… please control yourself.” “No!” I shouted, clutching her tighter. “She can’t be dead. The Moon Goddess cannot punish me like this! After everything we’ve been through… I can’t lose my baby girl too. I can’t lose her child!” Tears blurred my vision. I refused to let her go. In my desperation, I grabbed the same knife I had used earlier and slashed my wrist deeply. Blood flowed fast. I pressed the wound against Anaya’s mouth, forcing my blood into her. “Drink, my love,” I whispered through sobs. “Please… come back to me.” For a long moment, nothing happened. I kept crying, praying silently. Then Anaya gasped loudly. Her body jerked. Her eyes flew open. I stared in shock. The deep red color in her eyes w
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Chapter: Chapter 110Chapter 110Anaya's POV Skye came over that afternoon. We sat in the living room with the windows open, the breeze carrying the scent of the garden inside. My belly felt heavier today, and I kept shifting on the couch trying to get comfortable. Skye looked distracted, like she had something big on her mind.After some small talk about the weather and how my back was hurting, she finally sighed and opened up.“So… I went to the hospital today,” she started. “I saw Andrei kissing another woman. Her name is Samantha.”My eyes widened. “Wait, what? You saw them kissing?”Skye nodded, looking embarrassed. “I was about to knock when I saw her leaning on him. Their lips were connected. I wanted to run away but Andrei came out and saw me. I ended up going inside anyway.”“What happened?” I asked, leaning forward as much as my belly allowed.“She came back for her purse while I was there. Then she called me his ‘replacement’ and said I was a little plus size.” Skye made a face. “It was so awk
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Chapter: chapter 109Chapter 109Skye's POVI pressed myself tighter against the wall, heart beating loud in my ears. The lady’s heels clicked as she walked away down the hallway. I waited a few more seconds, then turned to leave quickly before Andrei could come out.But I didn’t make it far.“Skye?” Andrei’s voice called from behind me. “Hey, are you leaving already?”I froze. My back was still to him. I took a deep breath and turned around slowly, forcing a small smile.“Yes,” I said. “My mom just called me. She needs me at home for something urgent. I should go.”Andrei stood at his office door, looking at me with that calm, concerned expression he always had. He nodded but something in his eyes made me pause. I started turning away again, but then stopped. Why was I running? I came here to see him. Even after what I saw, a part of me still wanted to talk to him.I turned back. “You know what… I can see her later. It’s not that serious.”He smiled a little. “Good. Come in.”I followed him into his offi
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Chapter: Chapter 108Chapter 108Anaya’s POVThe next morning came too quickly. I stood in our room folding Ryker’s shirts and placing them neatly into the suitcase. My hands moved slowly, like if I took longer maybe time would slow down too. Tears kept coming no matter how many times I wiped them away.Ryker walked over and pulled me into his arms. “Hey, stop that,” he said softly, kissing my forehead. “I’ll be back before you even know it. I promise.”I nodded against his chest but the tears still fell. “I want you here when the baby comes, Ryker. I don’t want to do it without you.”He rubbed my back gently. “The due date is the 4th of next month. I’ll be back way before then. This trip is only for a week or two. You don’t have to worry, my love.”I looked up at him. “Just protect yourself out there. Be careful, okay?”“I will,” he said, wiping my cheeks with his thumbs. “For you and our baby.”I followed him downstairs and out of the house. Kelly was already waiting by the car. Ryker loaded his bag int
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Chapter: Chapter 107Chapter 107Andrei’s POVI adjusted the ultrasound machine and smiled at Skye as she lay on the stretcher. The room was quiet except for the soft hum of the equipment. I spread the gel on her belly and moved the wand slowly.“There we go,” I said gently. “Look at the screen.”Skye turned her head. Her eyes widened and a big, wide smile spread across her face as she stared at the image of her baby. The little one was moving around, healthy and strong.“Everything looks good,” I told her. “Vitals are excellent. The baby is growing right on track. You’re doing really well, Skye.”She kept smiling, not taking her eyes off the screen. I chuckled softly.Skye sat up slowly, pulling her dress back down. “Why are you laughing?” she asked, tilting her head.I wiped the gel off her belly with a towel and shrugged. “I was just remembering the first night you came in here. You were so scared, so worried. You didn’t know what to do or how to handle any of it. And now… look at you. You’re eager for
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