Chapter: Chapter FortyThe room fell into a stillness so thick I thought the air itself might shatter.The heavy oak door creaked open, and with it came a shadow that sent my heart plummeting to my stomach. A figure stepped through, cloaked in black, the faint gleam of steel strapped across his chest. But when the hood slipped back, I felt as though the ground beneath me caved in.Rick.My pulse skittered wildly, an impossible mixture of disbelief, dread, and confusion clawing through me. For a heartbeat, the world shrank to the space between us—the man I had once known, the man who had vanished into the darkness when everything fell apart, now here, stepping into Kristen’s territory like a ghost returning to haunt me.Kristen’s power flared instantly, his Alpha aura rippling through the chamber like a storm breaking free of its cage. “Who the hell dares enter my walls unbidden?” His voice was a whip-crack of authority, sharp enough to make even the guards shift uneasily.But Rick… Rick didn’t flinch.He mo
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Chapter: Chapter Thirty NineI woke to the soft rays of dawn bleeding through the curtains, the warmth of the morning sun brushing across my face. For a moment, I lay still, wrapped in the heavy silence of Kristen’s chambers, listening to the slow, steady rhythm of his breathing beside me. My heart stuttered at the realization that I was not dreaming—last night had been real. His arms had held me, his lips had claimed mine, and for the first time in what felt like forever, I had allowed myself to believe that maybe, just maybe, I was wanted.I shifted slightly, and his arm tightened around me in his sleep, pulling me closer against his chest. My breath hitched as his lips brushed my temple unconsciously. Heat coursed through my body, scattering my thoughts. I knew I should pull away before I melted entirely, but my body betrayed me. I turned slowly to face him, drinking in the sight of his strong jawline, the soft shadow of stubble, and the serenity etched into his expression as he slept.Before I could stop myse
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Chapter: Chapter Thirty EightThe night air was heavy, thick with the pine and sandalwood scent that had been haunting me ever since my wolf returned. It clung to me, seeping into my lungs, burning through my chest until I could no longer pretend I didn’t crave it. I had just bared my heart to Kristen, spilled the darkest pieces of my story—the humiliation, the betrayal, the way Damon had discarded me like I was nothing, and how Karen had twisted the knife deeper by calling me step-sister.I thought after telling him everything, after ripping my wounds open for him to see, I’d feel lighter. But I only felt raw, exposed, fragile.And then he kissed me.At first it was soft, tentative, as if he was afraid I might shatter. But the moment my lips parted, the bond surged between us like fire racing through dry wood. My wolf howled inside me, pressing against my skin, desperate to close the distance that still remained. His hand cupped my cheek, thumb brushing against my damp lashes, and I knew—this was no mistake. This
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Chapter: Chapter Thirty SevenThe troubles of the night was long behind us leaving only chaos and shadows dancing along the stone walls. I sat curled in the far corner of Kristen’s study, my knees pulled to my chest, staring at nothing. I hadn’t expected him to summon me here tonight, not after the exhausting chaos of the ball, not after the whispers that still clung to me like smoke.But Kristen had been waiting.The silence stretched between us, heavy, unrelenting. I could feel his gaze on me—steady, searching, almost suffocating. At last, his voice cut through the quiet, deep and roughened by restraint.“Eliana.”I flinched at the way he said my name, like a man walking a thin line between patience and frustration.“Tell me the truth.” His jaw ticked, his arms folded across his chest as he leaned against the desk. “What is your involvement with Damon and Karen? Why do they look at you as if they know you better than anyone here?”The question sliced through me, dredging up wounds I had buried beneath scars. My
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Chapter: Chapter Thirty SixThe ballroom had not yet recovered from the chaos when Kristen gave the order. His voice was cold, clipped, a blade slicing through the hum of frightened whispers.“We’re leaving.”I almost staggered at how final the words sounded. It wasn’t a suggestion—it was a decree. And though no one dared challenge him, the weight of every pair of eyes burned into me. Not him. Me.I could still feel the tremor of that assassin’s head bowed low before me, the way silence had swallowed the hall afterward, suffocating and sharp as a noose. I hadn’t asked for it. I hadn’t even understood it. Yet in the minds of the Alphas gathered, one thought was already forming: why would a trained killer bow to her?Kristen’s hand was firm at my back, guiding me out as if he knew that without his touch, my legs might fold beneath me. I kept my chin up, though. I refused to give Karen the satisfaction of seeing me falter. Her eyes, bright with venomous satisfaction, followed me until the doors of the hall swallowe
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Chapter: Chapter Thirty FiveThe hall still rang with echoes of violence. The scent of blood clung to the marble floors like a stain that could never truly be scrubbed away. Wolves in their fine suits shifted uncomfortably, their eyes flickering between the sprawled bodies of the assassins and me. My pulse thundered in my ears, yet the one moment replaying itself again and again wasn’t the fight.It was that wolf.The assassin who should have slit my throat instead dropped to one knee before me. His head bowed as if I were someone… something… worthy of reverence.And every Alpha in the room had seen it.A silence fell, heavy and suffocating. The air was thick with dominance, a room of Alphas radiating suspicion like blades aimed at my throat. My skin prickled, and I swore I could feel my wolf stir restlessly inside me—yet she wasn’t there. She had never been there. That, too, made the bow inexplicable.Karen was the first to strike. Her voice cut the silence like the crack of a whip.“You all saw it,” she said, h
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Chapter: Chapter One Hundred and Eleven Hayden POVToday was the day of the general meeting. Since my return two days ago, I have spent it with my twins, organizing every piece of evidence that I had. Compiling the conversation between Abel and Ana, I could still see the look of horror on her face when I pushed Abel out of the car; she looked like she had seen a ghost.No one could escape, as I made sure the boundaries were guarded, and I confirmed that Peter was truly my uncle's son. I told my father about it this morning, and I had to hold him down from rushing to his brother's house.I also told Josh what his father had done and that Peter was his brother. He had been working with me for a long time, so he deserved that much respect.My twin's birthday was coming in a few months, and I could not wait to get all this over and start a new phase with my family."Ready," I said to Alex.She nodded. "More than ever."I grabbed her hand and then pressed the elevator. We had left the twins at home wit
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Chapter: Chapter One Hundred and Ten"Good morning, soldiers," I said while standing in front of them."Good morning, Alpha," They greeted."Tomorrow, we will save our pack. This is one of the most important missions in our lives, so there is no room for mistakes everywhere. Do you understand?""Yes, alpha.""Good. What I want is your excellence amongst others. No mistakes. Anyone who leaks any information here will die in my hands in the worst way possible. Now let us start."Jim had told him to come to the house; it was near the water. He initially disagreed and gave him another location with the excuse that he could be walking into an ambush. Jim used the same excuse for him, telling him that he might decide to kill him and take every dollar in his account. "The location is the house in the forest. It is not afflicted to any of us, and although he thinks he is smart, we are smarter."I pointed at the hidden cameras that had picked up a picture of a middle-aged woman who came to look around, using detectors and everyt
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Chapter: Chapter One Hundred and Nine Hayden pov After what we had last night, I had slept off but was woken up by the sound of my phone ringing. It was on the bed stand, but Alex was using my hand as a pillow, and I did not want to wake her up. I looked at the clock, and it was midnight. But then my phone started to ring again. She must have been disturbed by the noise because she turned and moved away from my hand.I tiptoed off the bed and grabbed my phone, then headed to the bathroom after looking around."This better be important, Jim?" I said immediately that I had picked it."Good evening, Alpha. I am calling because you said to call you and to never act on my command.""And?""The dealer messaged me. He says that he has something to do next week and decided to get the job done tomorrow, so I should get him money ready by tomorrow.""What did you tell him?""Nothing. He just sent me the message a few minutes ago. Also, there's a feature in my laptops that makes messages I have rea
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Chapter: Chapter One hundred and Eight Alex povWe arrived on our private plane to Paris. This was my first time in Paris, and I was so excited. It is going to be a fun experience for me. I brought out my phone, then found the article about Paris I had downloaded, because I wanted to have a better knowledge of where we were going and where we would be visiting after we had rested well.My interest was piqued when I saw a picture of the Eiffel Tower. We will do that.We were taken to our hotel room by a limousine.The hotel NH Paris Gare de l'Est was famous for its exquisite view and its transport convenience, and I will go see it too.The fact that it was closer to the Eiffel Tower, the train station, and the airport made it an exciting place for tourists and visitors.After we checked into one of the biggest hotels in Paris, which was owned by Hayden, We collected the key to our hotel room, while the baggage porters helped us carry our bags into our room.I did not waste time showering; he want
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Chapter: Chapter One hundred and Seven Josh povAs soon as Hayden left, I sat down with Lex, watching her rummage through the wardrobe.She had come to the kitchen, where I was lounging and waiting for them to finish cooking, and dragged me to her room."I need you to help me choose the perfect lingerie to seduce Hayden when he comes back.""Wouldn't Hayden kill me for looking at you?""He won't know unless you tell him, and what he does not know would not kill him. Now come with me."I followed her to the room, but all I wanted was to call Cecelia. I knew that she was in the Alpha's whatever, but I liked her.I remember how beautiful she looked from the back in the tub. She looked like a princess, so I pulled off my clothes and joined her in the tub."What are you doing?" She had asked me."Bathing, Isn't it obvious?" I asked."I thought you said that there was no reason for you to do that, as you will be leaving soon.""I changed my mind," I said, and then I started washing her hair for her."Okay,
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Chapter: Chapter One Hundred and Six Alex povI felt someone tapping me, and I groaned, then buried my face in the bed. It must already be time for us to leave, but I had stayed all night watching K-drama recommendations because I wanted to sleep more.It had started with Hayden bringing his laptop to bed when I said that I did not want to be alone in the room while he typed. He had agreed, but then the noise from his typing would not let me sleep."Can't you put down that laptop? I can't seem to sleep because of what you are typing." "I can't, but I can get out of bed; I will just be in the living room. You can call me if you need me."I shook my head, then placed my head on his chest. He likes to say that I have been needy these past few days.I had told him that since I almost died, I now knew what I was missing, and he started laughing.I stayed curled up at his side while he worked, but then I saw that it was disturbing him, just that he did not only tell me that he could not type comfor
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Chapter: Chapter One Hundred and Ninteen Epilogue Alix Pov"Bye, Zara," I waved at one of the nurses."Bye, Princess," she waved back.I work in the hospital now, and though I did not do much work, I was one of the directors just like I was in my father's hospital.Baby Zack has grown so much now that he is crawling; the same is with baby Drizzle, and they are over at the grandparent's house for the day. Ashlynn also gave birth to a son and named him Kish after his grandfather.Kelly and Kingsley are at the cabin, enjoying their getaway that will only last for today because they will be back tomorrow. Reagan was in his office, and the last time I checked, he was still busy.It was already six in the evening, and I could not wait to be home and soak in the tub.My phone beeped, and it was a message from Reagan.I am home, and I made dinner. Come, let's make magic.He could just have mind-linked me, I thought, but I headed home anyway.When I opened the main door and ent
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Chapter: Chapter One Hundred and Eighteen"You guys wasted much more time than I thought you would, but I guess that's thanks to Alix for knowing how to tempt you, Prince Reagan." The seer said, then pointed at the seat.Hot color blasted on my cheeks because when we woke up this morning and finished breakfast, Reagan wanted to leave immediately, but I cajoled him to a quickie before we came here."These places seem so clean, Merida," Reagan answered, then sat down before pulling me too.She smiled and said, "I cleaned it up because I knew you would be here today. I also did it to save some of my glasses."Reagan smiled. "I know. Your place is never this clean. Alix meets Merida. Merida, this is Alix, my mate.""Good morning, Merida, I am Alix. I wanted to ask you some questions about some things," I said with a smile."You mean some questions about the vision you had yesterday?"I nodded, stunned, then she burst into a loud laugh."You look stunned that I know about some flimsy vision. Don't be so surprised; I see everything
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Chapter: Chapter One Hundred and SeventeenI held my head because it felt like it was breaking into two. I tried to mind-link Reagan, but it felt like something had taken control of my mind.I felt trapped in my head until I was not feeling my body anymore. Instead, it felt like I was in the clouds."I like the necklace, the portrait, the note, and the flower. I love everything." I heard a voice, and when I looked closely, it was my father, Kish Stone, and my mother.He kissed her. "You do not know how happy that makes me. I look forward to these stolen moments, and I wish I could introduce you to my family and my pack.She smiled and said, "Me too, but we can't. Being here with you is already a big risk. I take many measures to be here, so we do not get attacked. My kind has been hunted for ages, so bringing me to your pack will put you guys in danger."He placed his head on her chest and said, "I know, but I would love to show my mate to everyone."She laid on her back and clutched his head. "Me too."He moved over to her, a
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Chapter: Chapter One Hundred and Sixteen Six months after"Wake up, Alix," I heard Reagan whisper in my ear.I wanted to groan and then sit up, but I decided against it. I turned, then pretended to be still sleeping."You are such a bad actor," he whispered, then slapped my ass gently.I turned and rolled my eyes at him. He smiled, then leaned down to kiss me and then my stomach."How is our peanut?"As if on cue, he started kicking.I grabbed his hand and placed it on my stomach."Your peanut is kicking like he is on a football field."He chuckled. "As he should."I grabbed a pillow and hit him on the head. "I don't blame you. Maybe you should try carrying him for some minutes."He grabbed the pillow from me and placed it on the bed before kissing my nose and lips. He pulled away before I could deepen the kiss and stood up.He pulled off his top and opened the drawer to grab another one."We made breakfast. Come have some before it gets cold." He said then put the top on, but I had another thing o
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Chapter: Chapter One Hundred and Fifteen Three days after"It's time to pour the sand into the grave by his loved ones. Mrs. Stone, please step forward.""No, no, I do not want to. How can fate be so cruel?" she shouted in anguish. Queen Elizabeth pulled her closer and started leading her to the grave while whispering soothing words to her.The dam in my own eyes broke; I could not believe that Zacky was dead, and he died to save me. Watching his mate cry broke my heart, and as I cried too, I was feeling very faint, if it wasn't for Reagan holding me, I was not sure that I would still be standing.I wish I could turn back the hand of time; I wish I could not rush into that kitchen to eat; I wish I stayed awake to talk him out of coming to save me. Now his child would be fatherless because of me."His family members should step forward too."Reagan carried me to the grave and helped me pour sand inside, then led me back.After the funeral, which was at midnight pack, the king and many Alpha's started le
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Chapter: Chapter One Hundred And FourteenShe shook her head. "I did not see the person's face, but someone was shot.""More reason I should come; I do not want anything to happen to my sister."I stood up and said, "Look, I do not have time for this. Stay with your mate and take care of her. I will bring Alix back. So we can thank you properly because you just saved me once again."I kissed Ashlynn's hand, then mindlinked two guards outside to go in and lead them to my parents' house.When I got outside, Brian, Kingsley, and ten of our men that they had selected were waiting.Kingsley moved closer to me and asked, "Did you find her?""Yes, but why are you here? Should you not be with Kelly?"He shrugged. "She commanded me to go and save her sister; besides, she is at father's house, and Mario is also with them."I nodded, but then I remembered, "What about Dean?""No one has seen him. Maybe he was kidnapped too."I nodded. They must have kidnapped Dean, because I was wondering how they got the password into our first storage
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