Chapter: Chapter 177: Author's NoteAuthor’s Note:First, thank you so much for reading and loving the first book of Anastasia Del Valle. Writing this story was a rollercoaster of emotions — and I’m incredibly grateful you came along for the ride.Some of you might feel frustrated or even hate Anastasia and Regan or the characters. But in writing this story, I wanted to show how complicated people can be, how uncertain we are when faced with pain, love, and choices. I want my characters to grow.Regan Del Valle loved one woman from the start. Anastasia’s arrival in his life was unexpected, and he never imagined he could fall in love with her. But when he saw his first love again, his mind was programmed to believe he still loved her. It became a battle between his heart and his mind. His journey is about the painful consequences of denial — of realizing too late, of being a coward when it mattered most.Anastasia Montreal was someone who gave her whole heart to one man — her husband. She believed that love meant staying
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Chapter: Chapter 176: ReganMy voice cracked on the last word. I swallowed hard, trying to hold myself together, but my throat burned with everything I’d been choking back for months.“I’m sorry.”My breath hitched. My fingers curled tighter around the picture.“I’m sorry I didn’t choose you sooner. I’m sorry you had such a coward for a husband. I’m sorry I hurt you. I’m sorry I broke you.”I looked down at her frozen smile, my thumb brushing the edge of the photo like she’d feel it somehow. I held it gently, carefully, afraid even now to damage the only piece of her I had left.“I let you believe you weren’t enough…” My chest heaved, “When the truth was… I wasn’t.”A tear rolled down my cheek. And then another. My shoulders shook, chest rising and falling in ragged bursts as the weight of it all came crashing down.“I kept telling you to leave. Over and over. I thought it made me noble. Thought I was protecting you by pushing you away. But I was just afraid.”A bitter laugh slipped through my teeth, strangled b
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Chapter: Chapter 175: ReganI leaned back, eyes tracing the ceiling blankly as I reached for the bottle again. My hand trembled slightly. The glass clinked softly against my teeth as I drank, not even bothering to taste it anymore. Just burning my throat. Then the blur took over.I don’t remember when I fell asleep—only that it was still afternoon and I woke up hours later with a stiff neck, a pounding headache, and the bottle still half-full in my lap. My hand reached for my phone without thinking. Muscle memory. A habit I hadn’t shaken, even when I knew it never brought what I wanted. I unlocked it and opened the voicemail inbox.There were several. I hit play. First was Ella’s voice—anxious, rapid, trying not to sound panicked.“Regan… hey. I—I don’t mean to bother you, but the funding pulled out this morning. We can’t meet the supplier requirements. I was hoping… if there’s anything you can do... just call me back, okay?”I didn’t. I wouldn’t. Next were messages from old friends. One after the other.“Bro, I
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Chapter: Chapter 174: ReganAll of a sudden, my phone screen lit up again.Zarina.I stared at the name. I didn’t move and just let it ring, like I always did.The truth was, after that conversation in my penthouse—after the words we exchanged and the silence that followed—I left. I walked out. Closed the door behind me and never looked back. And I was surprised—honestly surprised—when I saw her at the party. I didn’t expect her there. I didn’t even know if I was going myself until the last minute. But there she was… and there I was… and there was Anastasia.Ever since the party—that night—I never stepped foot back into our house. I never saw her again. Not even once. I didn’t go back for my things. Didn’t say a word. I just… left. Not because I was angry. Not because I blamed her. I didn’t feel anything. Not rage. Not bitterness. Not even curiosity when the articles came out dragging her name across headlines. They tried to piece together her past, expose things she had long buried, label her like a scandal wai
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Chapter: Chapter 173: Regan3 months after Regan’s birthday party….Regan’s POVThe room reeked of liquor. Half-empty bottles littered the table, some toppled over, their contents bleeding into coasters that hadn’t been touched in weeks. A faint hum from the air conditioner filled the silence, but it couldn't drown out the ringing in my head—or the fucking emptiness of this house.No maids. No noise. No warmth. Just me. And this suffocating silence. The bedroom looked exactly how we left it.The curtains were still shut—hadn’t been pulled back in months. The sunlight had stopped trying to come in, like even it gave up on me. The only light came from the blinking red dot of the AC unit and the faint glow from a cracked lamp in the corner I hadn’t bothered to fix. It still smelled faintly like her. Vanilla and jasmine… buried underneath the overwhelming stench of liquor and stale air.Our bed was unmade. Her side untouched. I couldn’t bring myself to lie on it.Instead, I stayed curled on the velvet couch at the f
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Chapter: Chapter 172: Go And Don't Look BackThe ride to the airport was silent. I leaned my head back against the seat, eyes half-lidded, heart strangely still. Phoenix sat beside me, one hand still resting lightly in mine. Neither of us spoke. We didn’t need to.By the time the car slowed to a halt, the world outside had gone dark and quiet. There was no terminal. No waiting lines. No announcements over static speakers. Just a private runway. And waiting at the edge of it—a plane. Its wings caught the glow of the runway lights.The car door opened with a soft click.I stepped out, slowly, feeling the wind sweep across my face. It was colder here — the air biting at my skin in a way that felt strangely grounding. My hair whipped gently across my cheek as I looked ahead. The sky above us was dark, painted in thousands of stars.Phoenix, already beside me, was the first to move. Her heels clacked rhythmically against the tarmac as she walked, but just as the stairs came into view, she broke into a run. Her laughter — light and ch
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Chapter: EpilogueJaidyn's Pov I sighed in pleasure as the cold breeze passed. My heart thundered as I smelled the woods that surrounded the castle where I lived with my mate. Home. Traian. A soothing elixir for my soul, his name lingered in the back of my thoughts. As with living with someone other than my own family, being mated takes some getting accustomed to but Traian and I managed to cope. He was so patient with me every day. He was also very protective, making sure I was constantly taken care of. He didn't often wander far or leave me alone. I turned to look at the people cooking and setting up for our celebration outside, among them were Claire, Evan, their daughter Clara, Adam, Sally, Kate, and her mate David, Jane, Jaxon, their son Jacob, Mom and Dad, and the Grevis Pack locals. As the sun peaked above the treetops, everything appeared to gleam golden. Cayen was not here and had a business trip in the United States while Anna had something come up. She was supposed to be here, and even
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Chapter: Chapter 77: MatedJaidyn's Pov I was panting, my body was buzzing with relief. I still wanted something much bigger inside of me to ease this fire in me. I felt a shudder leave me as Traian kissed my inner thigh softly and licked it long and slowly. I felt one of his long, extended teeth gently scrape down my flesh. He took a sharp breath and then backed away. His eyes were hooded, his lips were parted, and his head leaned back slightly. He spoke in a strained voice I couldn't identify as human, saying, "I can't wait any longer to be inside you" I nodded while licking my lips. “I need you now.” I felt his body tense. Traian stripped, and despite his huge size and close-to-wolf transition, he was incredibly gentle with me. I let my gaze wander freely on his length. He had the recognizable enormous thickness to his cock. It seems like a very long time ago. I continued to follow the contours of his abdomen, noting the slabs of muscle, the chiseled upper chest, and the masculine points of his nipples.
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Chapter: Chapter 76: MineTraian's Pov She was standing right in front of me. She smelt exquisite as I breathed in her sweetness, I growled. The closer Jaidyn got to me, the more my cock hardened and grew impossibly larger and thicker. She also caressed my arms, digging her claws into my flesh. More than anything else in my whole life, I longed for her. I had my mate at last. I wanted Jaidyn to be at my side for the rest of my life and to bear my mark on her. She will only ever be ours, my wolf sighed. We'll lay claim to her tonight as our mate. As I caressed her tongue with mine, I caught hold of the back of her head. But as each second passed, she moved closer to me, and when the sun eventually sank and the moon quickly grew full, my need grew double. The need to mark her became intolerable now that there was a full moon and my mate was in front of me. We have been apart for a very long period, which has only increased our desire and longing. My wolf was the one who said it, but my human side was just
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Chapter: Chapter 75: There Was No Going BackI waved at Cayden who dropped me off at Traian's house in the middle of the woods and near the creek. That sun had already set which I realized too late because I have been so occupied with Claire and the others' company. I spent the whole afternoon at Cayden's place, watching the videos of their wedding and other events which were mostly hilarious. When I invited them to accompany me to surprise Traian, they all vehemently objected, insisting that I should go alone. I made my way to the porch. I raised my hand to knock but immediately stopped midair. I inhaled deeply, quickly brushed my now short, reddish-brown hair, tucked my shirt in, and adjusted the way the green scarf Traian had given me was positioned around my neck. I raised my hand again to know but I was not yet to thump to the wooden door when it flung open, revealing the half-naked Traian with only black sweatpants. His midnight hair was still damp from the shower and the citrus with sandalwood scent immediately reached m
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Chapter: Chapter 74: Final PieceJaidyn's Pov 2 years later............ 'Go, go where your heart belongs to' My thoughts were filled with the words of the elderly woman who was my closest neighbor in the town where I spent two years and who helped me grow my plants. I glanced down at the photo I had just taken of her and her granddaughter Alice, who was then 20 years old, standing by my side. Behind us was my modest house and yard, which was bursting to the seams with tall, vivid flowers. The pictures resemble those of houses in fairytale images. It was very magical to look back again. I put the picture in my wallet again and turned to face the airplane window, my lips curling in a smile. I'm returning to the town and the man I made a vow to after a two-year absence. During that period, I travel alone, encounter amazing people, learn a lot, and gain new insights into life. I also succeeded in acquiring and moving to a little cottage in a rural area close to a lake and a forest for a year. That place captured my
최신 업데이트: 2023-01-18
Chapter: Chapter 73: GoodbyeTraian's Pov I watch from a distance as the ex-fiance of Jaidyn leaves. I can't help but follow them and unintentionally hear their conversation. When the man named Anthony came up to my side, he glance at me and pat my shoulder. He whispered painfully, "Take care of her" “I will” A sorrowful smile spread across his face as he continued to walk away while I strolled in the direction of Jaidyn. I found her gazing where the sun rays were slicing through the feast of trees. "Jaidyn" I gently called her, grasping her elbow. She turned to face me, her face painted with a dejected smile I pulled her close, hugging her. She wrapped her arms around me and held me tightly. We stayed like that for a few minutes before we went back to my place. Everyone was there, waiting for us. The first to approach Jaidyn and give her a hug was Jane and her parents, with me standing nearby. "Are you okay?" Janette asked, holding her daughter's face. "Yes, Mom" Jane quipped, "What did he say?" "Not
최신 업데이트: 2023-01-16
Chapter: Chapter 140: Epilogue Part 4Nicholas’s POV The air crackled with energy that buzzed right through me. It wasn't my own, though. Mine simmered low, a slow burn fueled by nervous excitement and a simmering pride. No, the nervous energy radiating like heat waves originated from the room itself, a collective held their breath as the music swelled and the double doors at the far end of the aisle creaked open. There she was. Lily. No, Florence. Not quite. Today, she was a vision in white, a goddess emerging from the sunlight streaming through the stained-glass windows. The years hadn't touched her, not a single cruel line etched onto that face that had haunted my dreams for so long. She is still that beautiful being in my eyes with her dark blonde hair and hazel eyes that were sparkling brightly at the moment. She was wearing a white gown and a white veil on her head while her hand was clasped on a bouquet made of Lily of the Valleys. I noticed a nervous tremor in the hand that gripped Percival's arm as his, a
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Chapter: Chapter 139: Epilogue Part 3 The salty breeze ruffled the pages of my book as I leaned back in the wicker chair, the sun already hidden, painting the sky with a darkness filled with stars. A contented sigh escaped my lips. It’s already been six months since Nicholas and I started over again which means dating for real like a normal couple. Both of us pushed our work stuff and it was one of the best decisions I made. Six months of travel, dates, adventures, and laughter-filled days. We'd tried everything from visiting ancient ruins in Greece to white-water rafting in New Zealand. Right now, we are in one of Nicholas's owned islands, perched beside me on the balcony of his secluded beach house, absorbed in his own book, a glass of amber whiskey swirling in his hand. I set my book down with a soft thud, the sound breaking the comfortable silence. "So, Nicholas," I began, his blue eyes locking onto mine as he glanced up. I directly asked the question that popped into my head, "Why are we still mates?" Surpris
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Chapter: Chapter 138: Epilogue Part 2 Soon after, the night had fallen, painting the sky a canvas of inky blue dotted with a million shimmering stars. Dressed in a stylish, midnight-hued dress that clung to my curves in all the right places, I emerged from the bathroom. A gasp escaped Charlotte's lips, and even Sara, usually so composed, let out a surprised whistle. "Wow, Lils," Charlotte breathed, her eyes wide with admiration. "You look incredible!" Sara, her phone clutched in her hand, held it up to my face. On the screen, a video call connected me to the familiar faces of Percival, Quinn, and his husband. "Hey guys!" I greeted them, my voice filled with a genuine smile. "There she is!” Quinn exclaimed, his booming laugh filling the room. “Hey, kiddo" boomed Percival's voice, "Our own famous artist" Quinn chimed in, "You look stunning, honey! We can't wait to see you smash this exhibition!" His husband, a kind-looking man with warm brown eyes, offered a shy smile and a wave. "Good luck," he mouthed si
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Chapter: Chapter 137: Epilogue Part 1 6 years later….. My fingers traced the worn frame of the photograph hanging on the plain white wall. A simple black-and-white capture: a lone tree silhouetted against a fiery sunset, its branches reaching out like gnarled fingers. It evoked emotions that felt like a lifetime ago, not the picture itself. "Just making sure, Lily," a soft voice broke through my reverie. "Tomorrow's the big day, you know. Your fifth exhibition and your first appearance." I chuckled, glancing to my left. A beautiful woman stood beside me. Her closely cropped hair, a riot of ebony curls, framed a face that, though small, held a radiant warmth. Her skin, a rich, warm brown, seemed to glow with an inner light. "Tenth time this week, wouldn't you say?" I asked. She grinned, a flash of white against her warm brown skin. "Maybe. But this is different. People are buzzing about you, Lily. The mysterious artist finally makes an appearance after four years." My gaze swept across the gallery, taking in
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Chapter: Chapter 136: -The End- Keith let out a cruel laugh. "I used all my strongest rogues to deal with the Lycans," he said, his voice dripping with satisfaction. "And your dear Nicholas... Well, let's just say he put up a good fight. The man was a monster indeed. His regenerating ability was remarkable" My gaze fell upon the jacket he wore, a small device embedded in one of the pockets like a dark eye staring back at me. "Is that the button?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper. My eyes seem lifeless. Keith raised an eyebrow, a knowing smirk playing on his lips. He nodded curtly. "The button for the chips in the rogues? Yes. One press, and they all die a quick, painless death. Useful to threaten them to do something" My face was cold and unreadable as I turned to him, watching him light his cigarette. “Want some?” he offered. I reached for the cigarette he offered, lighting it. As I inhaled, a single thought echoed in my mind: everything had to end. “You know you need to cooperate with t
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Chapter: Chapter 135: The Final Rejection Seizing the opportunity, I turned and ran, deeper into the dense darkness of the forest to the clearing. I can see it. I had made a choice, a terrible one that left me torn between self-preservation and the agonizing cost it had come at. But as I ran, I couldn't shake the image of Nicholas, wounded, facing the wrath of the rogues because of me. The burden of that decision would be a heavy one to bear, one that I knew I would bring to my death. Suddenly, a blur of fur shot out from my peripheral vision. I snapped my head around just in time to see another rogue, its red eyes zeroing in on me. I reached for the gun. But my hand met only empty air. “Huh, of course it is gone” I scoffed in annoyance. I flung myself aside, barely avoiding the snapping jaws of the beast. But the momentum of my dodge carried me off balance, sending me tumbling to the ground. As I lay there, sprawled, the rogue loomed above, its fetid breath washing over me. An instinct older than thought, deepe
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Chapter: Chapter 46As they walked, the trees thinned, revealing a breathtaking sight in the distance – a crystal-clear lake shimmering under the sun. Emily gasped, her surprise pulling her hand away from Oliver's instinctively. Without a word, she broke into a run towards the water's edge.Oliver chuckled, watching her go. He quickened his pace to catch up. "Wait, Emily!"Reaching the shore, Emily stood mesmerized. The gentle breeze ruffled her hair as she gazed at the calm surface of the lake, reflecting the blue sky like a giant mirror.Oliver joined her side, his features softening. "This place brings back a lot of memories,"Emily turned to him. "Memories?""This was my childhood haven. I used to spend hours he
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Chapter: Chapter 45It has been four days since Emily stayed with the Sterling family. And she would be lying if she said she didn't enjoy it. The family made sure that she visited every nook and crook of their estates and even the town. It almost feels like the day was gone too fast.She quietly watched as maids, helpers, and other organizers busied themselves preparing for the party tonight. It was just morning, but the mansion was already a hive of activity. She had been here for four days now, and tonight’s party was the highlight of the week.Despite her initial reservations, Emily had to admit she enjoyed staying with Oliver’s family. They were warm and welcoming, and she found herself feeling at home. She couldn’t ignore the irony—she was supposed to be fake dating Oliver, yet she found herself genuinely liking the experience.
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Chapter: Chapter 44Soon after that day, Emily found herself staring at the horses, their powerful forms and glossy coats gleaming in the sunlight. The Sterling family had planned a horseback riding excursion and that includes her. The air was filled with cheerful chatter and laughter."This is going to be amazing!" chirped a young girl, barely taller than Emily's knees, bouncing on the balls of her feet."I know, right?" A group of teenagers nearby chimed in. "Finally, something fun to do besides listening to Uncle George's snoring!" they joke, erupting in a fit of giggles.An older woman with silver streaks in her hair chuckled good-naturedly. "Don't be so mean to your uncle, dear. He just enjoys his afternoon naps."The
최신 업데이트: 2024-06-07
Chapter: Chapter 43When Emily woke up, she was momentarily disoriented, unsure of where she was. Then the events of the previous day came rushing back. Right, she was in Oliver's family mansion pretending to be his girlfriend. The unfamiliar room around her slowly came into focus, and she sighed, feeling warm and comfortable under the heavy blankets.Snuggling closer, she enjoyed the warmth and the comforting scent surrounding her. It was a mix of something clean and distinctly masculine. But then she felt an arm around her waist, pulling her closer, and her eyes snapped open in surprise. She found herself face-to-face with a sleeping Oliver.Her breath caught in her throat as she quickly sat upright, careful not to wake him. Oliver continued to sleep soundly, his arm falling away from her as she moved.“Shit” she mumbled.Emily took a moment to steady her racing heart, her eyes drifting back to Oliver. He looked incredibly handsome in the soft morning light. His sharp jawline was relaxed in sleep, his
최신 업데이트: 2024-06-05
Chapter: Chapter 42After the bonfire, Emily and Oliver made their way back to their room and changed into their sleeping attire. The warmth of the fire still lingered in their bones, but the reality of their situation quickly settled in as they closed the door behind them. They stood awkwardly in the middle of the room, neither quite sure how to proceed.Oliver cleared his throat and offered, "I can take the couch, Ms. Collins. You should take the bed."Emily shook her head, her sense of duty as his secretary kicking in but also noticing that he easily switched the way he called her. "No, Oliver—I mean Sir, you're the one who should take the bed. I’m fine with the couch.""Ms. Collins, I insist. You've been through a lot today, and you deserve to be comfortable.""No, really. It's just a couch. I’ll be fine." Before Oliver could move to the couch, Emily grabbed a pillow and made a dash for it. "Emily, wait!" Oliver called out, reaching for her hand. As he did, Emily accidentally slipped on a piece of
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Chapter: Chapter 41After spending some time in Oliver's room, Emily finally decided to venture downstairs. The house was quiet, the afternoon sun casting warm light through the large windows. After lunch, she and Oliver hadn’t spoken much; he had been called away by his father. She had changed into a simple skirt and a cozy sweater, hoping to feel more comfortable among Oliver's family.She frowned when she didn't see anyone. As she walked through the hallway, she ran into one of Oliver's cousins, a bubbly young woman. Her eyes lit up when she saw Emily. "Emily hey! We're having a bonfire outside. You should join us!"Emily hesitated, unsure if she should intrude on the family gathering. "I don't know. Maybe I should just—"Before she could finish, the woman grabbed her hand and pulled her towards the door. "Nonsense! You’re practically family now. Come on, it’ll be fun!"Reluctantly, Emily allowed herself to be dragged outside. The cool evening air greeted her as they stepped onto the lawn. She saw a l
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