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MEGAN'S POVXarion’s face tightens slightly as the words leave my mouth, and for a moment, I think he's going to argue.But instead, he reaches out, gently taking my hand in his.His touch is warm, steady, and far too comforting, and his voice drops to something softer, something almost pleading."I can't," he murmurs, his thumb brushing over my knuckles. "I can't stop, Megan."My body quivers, and I try to pull my hand away, but he holds on, his grip firm but not forceful."You're the mother of my pups," he continues, his eyes searching mine. "There's no way I'm going to stop involving myself in your life. And even if you weren't the mother of my pups, I'd still involve myself. Because I care about you.”His words hit me like a freight train, and I have to look away, my throat tightening with emotion.No. No, don't do this to me, Xarion.I can't let him get to me like this."I've been handling everything by myself for four years," I force out, my voice strained. "I don't need your he

MEGAN'S POVMy driver pulls up right outside Xarion's company building, and I'm already unbuckling my seatbelt before the car even fully stops.My heart's pounding, my mind's racing, and I have no idea what I'm going to say when I see him.But I need answers.I need to understand why he bankrupted Venita's company.I step out of the car, smoothing down the front of my blouse as I survey the entrance.And that's when I see him.Talk about perfect timing.Xarion.He's standing just outside the building with Andrew and another man I don't recognize, all three of them dressed impeccably in business suits, clearly in the middle of a conversation.They look like they're about to head somewhere, probably some important meeting or business deal.But I don't care.I need to move. Now.I march straight toward them, my heels striking the pavement in quick, decisive beats, and the instant Xarion sees me, his eyes widen in surprise.Good. He should be surprised."Megan?" he breathes, his brow furr

MEGAN'S POVThe toy store is massive, colorful, and loud, with kids running everywhere and music playing in the background.It's the perfect distraction.Or at least, that's what I'd hoped when I suggested the twins and I come here this morning.Maverick and Makayla are darting between aisles, their eyes wide with excitement as they point at everything from stuffed animals to action figures to building sets.Normally, I'd be smiling at their enthusiasm, but right now, I'm too tense to fully enjoy it.Because I know this conversation is coming.The one I've been dreading since yesterday.Ever since they saw Xarion in my walk-in closet yesterday morning, they've been quieter than usual, exchanging those knowing little glances that tell me they're processing something.Gwen's nearby, keeping a watchful eye on them, while Caitlin stands a few feet away, scrolling through her tablet with her usual focused expression.I'm pretending to browse a shelf of stuffed animals, my fingers absentmin

DANIELLE'S POVI'm standing in the middle of Venita's cramped, outdated office, my arms crossed tightly over my chest as I listen to her whine like some pathetic child who didn't get her way."This is all your fault, Danielle!" she shrieks, pacing back and forth behind her desk, her hands trembling as she waves a stack of papers in the air. "All your fault!"I resist the urge to roll my eyes. Suppressing it."My company is ruined!" Venita continues, her voice rising with every word. "Bankrupt! Do you understand what that means, Danielle? Everything I've built, everything I've worked for, it's gone! In less than twenty-four hours!"I take a seat in the chair across her desk, keeping my tone calm and measured. "I understand that you're upset, Venita. But…""Upset?" she interrupts, whirling around to face me. "I'm beyond upset! Xarion Luther destroyed my company! He made my investors pull out. He blacklisted me with every major supplier in the region. I'm finished!"She sinks into her ch

XARION'S POVThe second I push through the glass doors of my company, my employees start greeting me."Good morning, Alpha Xarion.""Morning, sir.""Welcome, Alpha."I nod at each of them, offering polite smiles and calm responses as I make my way through the lobby.And then I see him.Andrew.He's leaning against the reception desk, arms crossed, with a knowing smirk already forming on his face.Great.He falls into step beside me as I head toward the elevator, and I can feel his eyes on me, studying me like I'm some kind of puzzle."Morning, Xarion," he greets casually."Morning," I reply evenly, keeping my expression neutral.But Andrew's not buying it.He glances at me out of the corner of his eye, and his smirk widens. "Your face is glowing today. Like, actually glowing. What's going on?”"It's not glowing.” I reply curtly, pressing the button for the elevator."It's definitely glowing," he insists, his tone teasing now. "You look… happy. Content. Almost… satisfied."I roll my ey

XARION'S POVThe leather seat of the car is comfortable, but I barely notice it.My mind's somewhere else entirely.Specifically, back in that hotel room. On that bed. With Megan on top of me.Goddess.I lean back against the headrest, closing my eyes as the memory plays on a loop in my head.The feel of her body pressed against mine. The heat radiating between us. The way her hands braced against my bare chest, her fingers splayed across my skin like she was trying to steady herself.And the kiss.That kiss.My wolf stirs inside me, rumbling with satisfaction, and I can't help but smile.Because this time, she didn't shove me away immediately. She didn't snap at me or tell me to leave.She kissed me back.It was brief, sure. And she pulled away before things could go any further.But she kissed me back.That means more than she realizes.I move slightly in my seat, adjusting myself as I recall the moment we fell down on the bed together.The way Megan's nightgown rode up slightly. Th

SONYA'S POV"More real than anything I've felt in three years," Reign says honestly, his gaze steady and unflinching. "You're… you're my mate, Sonya. And I know I should have told you about the curse. About your bloodline. I was wrong to keep that from you. But everything else, the way I feel when you're near, the way you make me want to be better, the way I'm completely fucking obsessed with you, that's all real.”"How do I know that's not just the mate bond talking?" I ask, my brow furrowed."Because we haven't completed the mate bond yet,” he replies sincerely. “We haven't sealed it. Which means what I feel? It's all me. Not fate, not destiny, not some magical connection. Just me, wanting you so badly it's driving me insane."The words settle over me like a weight, heavy with meaning.He's right. We haven't completed the bond. Meaning the pull I feel toward him, the way my body responds, the way I can't stop thinking about him even when I'm furious... that's not supernatural compul

SONYA'S POVPhoebe is passed out on my bed, surrounded by empty taco wrappers and her phone, when someone knocks on my door at two in the morning, dragging me out of sleep.I consider ignoring it. But the knock comes again, more insistent."Sonya." It's Reign's voice. "I need to talk to you. It's important.""Go away, Reign.""It's about Vanessa. About Elara's death." There's a pause. "Please."Damn it.I swing my legs off the bed, cross the room, and unlock the door, opening it just enough to glare at him. “What?”Reign looks rough. His hair is disheveled like he's been running his hands through it, his shirt is untucked, and his eyes are bloodshot. But there's also something else there, determination mixed with barely controlled rage."Can I come in?"“My best friend's sleeping.""Then come to my office. Five minutes. That's all I'm asking."Goddess.I can't believe I'm considering this.Against my better judgment, I step out of my room, easing the door shut behind me before followi

VANESSA'S POVI scream immediately, scrambling away from Hector as wood splinters across the room. Just then, a man steps through the wreckage, tall and dark-haired, with eyes that radiate violence.Everything about him screams danger.Oh goddess.Shit.It's Zane Rivers.What the hell is he doing here?!Oh fuck. Oh fuck oh fuck oh fuck."Well, well," Zane says, his voice smooth as silk and twice as deadly. "Looks like I interrupted something.""Who the fuck are you?" Hector demands, already shifting partially, his claws extending.My heart is pounding so hard I think it might burst out of my chest. "Zane, what are you doing here? We had a deal…""A deal you just violated, Vanessa." He steps further into the room, and I notice the gun in his hand. Casual, like it's just another accessory. "You were supposed to plant the seed of doubt and walk away. Instead, you made a whole fucking scene.""I did what you asked!" I'm fumbling for my clothes now, desperate to cover myself. "I broke th

VANESSA'S POVI'm riding Hector's cock like my life depends on it, and honestly, it feels fucking fantastic."Fuck, Vanessa," he groans beneath me, his hands gripping my hips hard enough to bruise. "You're so tight.""Shut up and fuck me harder," I demand, rolling my hips and clenching around him.We're in his shitty apartment on the outskirts of Steel Kraith territory, celebrating. Because my plan worked. My beautiful, perfect plan to destroy whatever pathetic thing Reign and Sonya had building between them.The look on Sonya's face when I told her about the curse? Priceless. Absolutely fucking priceless.Hector thrusts up hard, hitting that spot deep inside that makes me see stars, and I throw my head back, moaning."That's it," I purr, leaning down to bite his shoulder. "Just like that, baby. Fuck me like you mean it.""You're insane," he pants, but his cock is rock hard inside me, his hips pistoning up to meet my downward thrusts. "You're such a vindictive slut. Getting off on rui

REIGN'S POVI'm three whiskeys deep and contemplating breaking every piece of furniture in my office when Landon walks in."Still brooding, Reign?" he asks, helping himself to my liquor cabinet."Fuck off.""That's the spirit." He pours himself a drink and settles into the chair across from my desk. "So, Vanessa really went for the nuclear option.""She told Sonya about the curse." I drain my glass and immediately pour another. "Made it sound like I've been using her this whole time. Like everything between us is just manipulation.""Well… you did manipulate her into signing that contract.""Whose side are you on, Lan?""Yours. Always." Landon leans forward. "But that doesn't mean I can't point out when you fuck up. And keeping the curse a secret? Definitely a fuck up.""I was going to tell her.""When? After she broke it? After she fell for you and had no choice but to stay?" He shakes his head. "You're my best friend, Reign, but sometimes you're your own worst enemy."Fuck.I know h

SONYA'S POVI lock myself in my room for three hours, alternating between crying and rage-pacing.A curse. A fucking curse.Everything makes sense now. The contract. The urgency. The way Reign pushed so hard to have me close. It wasn't about wanting me, it was about survival.How could I be such an idiot?Fuck.My phone buzzes, and I glance down to see it's Derek. Again. He's been calling since Vanessa left, probably heard about what happened through pack gossip.I answer before I can talk myself out of it."Sonya, thank goddess." Derek sounds eased. "Are you okay? I heard Vanessa showed up at Reign's estate and there was a scene.""News travels fast, huh.""It's a pack. Of course it does." He goes quiet for a second. "Is it true? About the curse?""Apparently." I flop back on my bed, staring at the ceiling. "Did you know?""I knew there was a curse. I didn't know about the Moon Goddess bloodline thing or that you were the cure." His voice softens. "I'm sorry, Sonya. Reign should've t