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Ryan's POVThe day of the public event arrived sooner than I expected. Another pack had invited us to attend a formal gathering meant to strengthen ties and show unity. It was not just political. It was also a display. Alphas, mates, heirs, and allies would all be present. Appearances mattered.I stood in our room adjusting my jacket while Natasha finished dressing. Jayden was already ready, sitting on the bed with his toys spread around him. He was unusually calm, watching us with curious eyes.“You look tense.” Natasha said as she walked up to me.“This kind of event always comes with expectations.” I replied. “People watch everything.”She reached out and straightened my collar. “Let them watch.”I looked at her closely. She looked strong, confident, and calm. The woman standing in front of me was no longer weighed down by fear or doubt. She had grown into her place beside me fully.“You ready?” I asked.“Yes.” She said. “Jayden too.”I lifted Jayden into my arms, and he grabbed

Natasha's POVThe days after Selene was banished felt different in a way I could not fully explain at first. The fear that had sat quietly in my chest began to loosen, little by little. I still stayed alert, still watched my surroundings, but I could finally breathe without expecting trouble to appear out of nowhere.I threw myself back into work.The Omega Forum needed attention, consistency, and presence. I refused to let fear slow it down. Every morning, I woke early, checked on Jayden, made sure he was fed and settled, then left him with trusted pack members before heading out.The first visit was to a group of omegas who lived on the edge of the territory. Their homes were modest, their expressions cautious when they first saw me. I knew that look well. It was the look of people who had been promised things before and left disappointed.I sat with them in a small gathering space, listening more than I spoke.“We don’t want trouble.” One of them said quietly. “We just want to f

Ryan's POVThe moment I stepped between Selene and Natasha, everything inside me snapped into sharp focus. Natasha was behind me, her breath uneven, her hand pressed to her arm. Blood stained her skin. That single sight erased every remaining trace of restraint I had.Selene was still shouting, her voice loud and broken, her eyes wild.“She deserved it.” She said, “She came here to humiliate me.”I turned on her so fast she flinched.“You hurt her.” I said my voice did not rise, but it was heavily controlled and dangerous. “You put your hands on my mate.”My body reacted before my mind fully caught up. Power surged through me, raw and violent. For a brief second, I truly considered ending it right there. One move one moment the urge was overwhelming.Natasha made a small sound behind me that stopped me.I inhaled slowly, grounding myself, forcing control back into my bones. I loosened my fists and took one step back, putting distance between Selene and my temper, but not removing my

Natasha's POVI stepped into Selene’s house calmly, my senses alert. The door closed behind me with a soft sound, but the silence inside felt heavy. The living room was neat, almost too neat, like someone was trying to prove a point. Everything was arranged carefully, with clean surfaces. No family pictures, no warmth, It felt like a place someone stayed in, not a place someone lived in.I let my eyes move slowly around the room. I was not afraid, but I was cautious. Ryan’s worry echoed in my mind. This woman had history with him, and history could make people reckless.“You are very confident.” Selene said behind me. “Walking into my home like this.”I turned to face her. “I wanted to see who I was dealing with.”She smiled, but it was not friendly. “And now that you have, what do you think?”“I think you have been waiting for this moment.” I replied honestly.She crossed her arms. “You think you know me already.”“I think you want to be known.” I said.She let out a short laugh. “

Ryan's POVI noticed the change in Natasha the moment she woke up that morning. She did not say much, she did not rush every movement she made and had intention behind it.She moved through the room quietly, choosing her clothes carefully, fixing her hair with calm hands. There was no anger on her face, no fear either. That worried me more than anything else.I sat on the edge of the bed, watching her through the mirror.“You don’t have to prove anything to her.” I said again. “She already lost.”Natasha met my eyes in the mirror. “This is not about winning.”“Then what is it about?” I asked.“Boundaries.” She replied. “And peace.”She turned away from the mirror and picked up her bag. Everything about her posture told me she had already decided how this would go. I had seen that look before, when she handled pack issues or difficult negotiations. Once she reached that point, there was no stopping her.I stood and walked closer. “If at any point you feel uncomfortable, we leave.”S

Natasha's POVI went back to our room without another word. My steps felt heavy, like my body knew my mind was not ready to rest. I closed the door quietly behind me and sat on the edge of the bed for a moment before lying down. The sheets were still warm from earlier, but I felt cold anyway. I stared at the ceiling, my thoughts moving too fast for sleep.Selene.The name repeated itself in my head no matter how much I tried to push it away. I did not know her face, her voice, or her intentions beyond what Ryan had told me. But I knew one thing clearly. She was not someone who would simply disappear because she was asked to. Ryan’s fear earlier had been real. It had not been the fear of guilt or temptation. It was the fear of someone unpredictable.The door opened softly behind me.I felt the bed dip as Ryan lay down. He moved closer, his arm sliding around my waist, his body pressing against my back. His touch was familiar, grounding, but my body stayed tense.“I’m here,” he said qui

Layla's POVChristmas Eve arrived, and Alex transformed our penthouse into a winter wonderland.A majestic tree stood tall, adorned with sparkling ornaments and garlands.Soft candlelight illuminated the room, casting a warm glow.It felt heavenly!Alex took my hand, leading me to the balcony overlooking the glittering city.“Merry Christmas, Layla,” he whispered, his eyes shining.“Merry Christmas to you too, Baby.” I smiled.Below, a private orchestra played festive melodies.A champagne flute appeared in my hand, filled with golden bubbly.“To our forever Christmas together,” Alex toasted.I smiled, clinking my glass against his.As we sipped, a sleigh drawn by majestic horses glided onto the rooftop.“Alex, is this real?” I gasped.He chuckled. “I would do the unimaginable just for you.” We rode the sleigh above the city, stars twinkling above. Enjoying a great time together.“Wow!” I exclaimed in awe.“You deserve the best, Layla.” Alex smiled, placing a kiss on my neck.Upon re

Alexander's POVI took down the last attacker, my adrenaline pumping.“Done,” Larry said, panting.I nodded, scanning the area. “Let's get Layla to safety.”As we turned to leave, the stranger reappeared. “You think you've won?” he sneered.Is he even human? I wondered, with a smirk on my face. “I know I have.” I replied.Suddenly, one of our own security guards pulled a gun on us“Seriously, Jeff?” I raised an eyebrow. “You're joining the dark side?”Larry disarmed the traitor. “Guess we have a mole.”I glared at the guard. “You're fired. And going to jail.” I spat.Layla clung to my arm, her eyes wide. “Alex, how did this happen?”I smiled reassuringly. “Don't worry, I've got this.”Larry tackled the stranger, hitting his weak spot. The stranger snarled, struggling against Larry's grip. “You'll never be free. We will come for you, Alexander.”I chuckled. “I already have. You're just a pawn. And let them come. I'll handle them.”With the traitor neutralized, we escorted Layla to safe

Layla's POVI hugged Alex tightly, relief washing over me.“Thank you,” I whispered, tears streaming down my face.Alex stroked my hair. “I'll always find you.”I pulled back, smiling. “You're my superhero.”Alex chuckled. “Just your husband.”Larry approached, handcuffing the kidnapper. “Who is this guy?” He asked.“A stalker,” Alex replied. “We'll get him help.”The kidnapper glared at us. “You'll never be happy,” he spat.Alex raised an eyebrow. “Too late for that,” he said, grinning.I giggled.As we walked out, I spotted a tiny rat amidst the scattered papers.“Look!” I exclaimed.Alex smiled. “Guess our little hero distracted the kidnapper.”I laughed. You think the rat's a hero?”Alex nodded. “Definitely.”We shared a laugh.But as we drove away, I turned serious. “Alex, what if he's not the only one?”Alex's expression turned stern. “I'll protect you, Layla. Always.”I leaned into him. “Forever and always,” I whispered.Alex smiled. “Forever and always.”After the kidnapper's

Alexander's POVI rushed to Larry's location, my mind racing with worst case scenarios. What could be so urgent?As I arrived, Larry greeted me with a worried expression. “Alex, sorry to disturb your evening, but we have a major issue.”“What is it?” I asked, impatience creeping in.“Our servers have been hacked. Client data is at risk.” He replied.I cursed under my breath. “Get our tech team on it. Now.”Just as we began brainstorming solutions, my phone buzzed. An unknown number.“Hello?” I answered.“Alexander King.” A low, menacing voice replied on the other end.My instincts kicked in. “Who is this?”“You don't need to know. But you'll never see Layla again.” He replied.My heart plummeted. “What have you done with her?”“Let's just say she's...indisposed.” He grinned.Rage coursed through my veins. “Listen, you sick…”The line went dead.“Larry, I need to go!” I shouted, already sprinting back to the lake.Larry's concerned voice faded into the distance. “Alex, wait!”I dialed

Layla's POVThe next morning, Alex and I were snuggled on the couch, binge-watching our favorite show. I turned to him with a mischievous grin. “Alex?”“Yeah?” he replied, his eyes still on the screen.“I have a confession to make,” I said, trying to contain my excitement.Alex turned to me, raising an eyebrow. “What is it?”I took a deep breath. “I've been secretly taking dance lessons.”Alex's eyes widened in surprise. “What? Why?”I giggled. “I want to surprise you with a sexy dance for our anniversary.”Alex's face lit up with a bright smile. “That's amazing! But now I have to stop it.”I laughed. “Game on! But don't think you can outdo me.”The next thing, Alex disappeared into the kitchen. I heard strange noises, pots clanging, utensils tapping.“What's going on?” I asked, curiosity getting the better of me.“Surprise!” Alex shouted, emerging with a makeshift drum set.He began drumming, his eyes sparkling with excitement. I couldn't help but laugh.“You're crazy!” I exclaimed.

Alexander's POVTears streamed down my face as I heard Layla's whispering into my ears.“I will stand by you, Alex. Even if you decide to push me away.”My heart melted.I was selfish. I shouldn't have desired a family. It was too much for me to desire happiness with my family.I pretended to sleep, Layla's words echoing in my mind. She deserved better than a life filled with hospital visits and constant worry. But I couldn't bear the thought of losing her.As we arrived home, Layla helped me to my room, her silence a testament to her concern. I knew she must have done research on Hemophilia A, trying to understand the reality we faced.It wasn't as bad as she supposed. I have been taking care of myself since I was young. I let her think I was asleep, but I watched her through slightly opened eyes. Her determination and love were a healing to my soul.The next few days passed in a blur. Layla took care of me, nursing my hand back to health.I told her not to worry that it wasn't as