Chapter: CHAPTER 88—Mabel—The flight to New York was one hour.The speakers crackled to life and Alec's voice came through them.“Ladies and gentlemen, this is your Captain speaking. We are now approaching Teterboro Airport. We expect to land shortly. Please, ensure you're seated and belts fastened. Thank you for choosing Rivera Air.”Through the oval window, the sky gradually gave way to a dense cluster of skyscrapers. Sunlight bounced off the Empire State Building and shimmered over the Hudson River.Nathaniel gasped. “Is that—”“Yes, the Statue of Liberty,” Mrs. Chukwuemeka answered with a chuckle.Teterboro Airport came into view ahead. With a soft jolt, the jet’s landing gear touched down on the tarmac. We taxied past rows of private jets before coming to a stop near a discreet glass terminal.While one hostess opened the door, another approached with a smile.“The Captain has asked me to bring the children.”“Yay!” the kids cheered and dashed past her to the cockpit.There was something heart-war
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Chapter: CHAPTER 87—Mabel—“This is no coincidence,” I muttered, turning to Alec. “The short-circuited coffee maker, the noise in the foyer, and the hands pushing her down the stairs.”“You think someone is trying to hurt, Ruth?”“Yes. And the first person that comes to my mind is Angelina. Seeing that she couldn’t hurt me, she decided to go after my friend.”Alec's jaw clenched. He started towards the door, but I held his hand.“Where are you going?”“I'm going after Angelina.”“No, Alec.” I tightened my grip and dropped my voice to a whisper. “Remember what happened with Tom? She could set you up too.”“We let the law take its course.”I smiled. “Exactly. We should follow the right legal procedures.”He let out a breath. “That reminds me, Marcus called this afternoon. The court has scheduled a preliminary hearing for the restraining order against Angelina Lancaster on Monday at 10 a.m. at the D.C. Superior Court.”A gasp left my lips. I blinked.“Now that must be why she attacked Ruth. She's received
Huling Na-update: 2025-08-11
Chapter: CHAPTER 86—Mabel—An icy cold calm washed over me. The thought of something happening to Ruth, anything at all.I jerked to my feet. “I need to go check up on her.”“I'm coming with you,” Alec said, also rising to his feet.“Mommy, Daddy? Where are you going?” Eloise asked. The children stared at us with confused, wide eyes.That reminded me of Mrs. Chukwuemeka. This afternoon, she'd taken the dog with her to our mansion to pick up a few things. She should’ve been back by nowFizzy barked in the hallway, followed by the familiar footsteps of the kids' nanny.“Mrs. Chukwuemeka!!” the kids squealed and rushed up to her as she appeared in the doorway.Perfect timing.Mrs. Chukwuemeka laughed, hugging them. “I see I was missed today.”I let out a sigh. “Thank God you're back, Mrs. Chukwuemeka. Alec and I were just about to step out.”Her brows creased. “Is everything okay?”“Y-yes,” I replied, glancing at the children. “Ruth is not taking her calls, so we just want to make sure she's okay. We'll b
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Chapter: CHAPTER 85—Alec—The executive hub of the Rivera headquarters loomed ahead.Once my convoy pulled up in the driveway, I stepped out and made my way to my private elevator.Ding!The elevator opened to my floor and I stepped out. My gaze fell on Janice seated behind her desk, typing into her computer.The moment she saw, she stopped and rose to her feet. “Good morning, Mr. Rivera.”I paused before her desk. “Any updates?”“Yes. We just received an email from the government. They're coming in for site inspection next week.”“What day precisely?”“On Thursday.”I nodded. “Is that all?”“Marcus called earlier. You were busy so he left a voicemail on your office line.”“Thank you, Janice,” I mumbled and headed to my office.Settling behind my desk, I powered my computer and was greeted by a series of emails including that from the government.I carefully went through them, then listened to Marcus's voicemail.‘Good morning, Alec. It’s Marcus. Just a quick update—the court has scheduled a preliminary
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Chapter: CHAPTER 84—Mabel—The world seemed to tilt for a second.My mouth opened and closed but nothing came out.It was as if time had stopped... or maybe I was the one suspended in time as the words hit me over and over again.“I am pregnant?”Dr. Priya nodded. “That's what the test says. Congratulations.”With shaky fingers, I opened the envelope and saw it myself. The plus sign under the HCG column and the figures beside it.Tears of joy stung my eyes.I was truly pregnant.I looked up from the paper with teary eyes. “How? What happened to the IUD?”“That’s a good question, and one we’ll look into now if that's alright with you.”“I nodded. “Please, go ahead.”She typed into her computer, then stood up and walked to a bed near an ultrasound machine. “Please, come,” she beckoned.My heart pounded as I stood and lowered my bag to the chair.With a deep breath, I sauntered to her and lay down on the bed.“Your blouse, please,” she said.Oh, and I gently peeled back my blouse until my tummy was bared.
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Chapter: CHAPTER 83—Mabel—'Potomac Heights Hospital.Time: 11 am.'My heart pounded as I skimmed through Ruth's text message. For the life of me, I couldn't place where all the anxiety was coming from!I slid the phone in my bag and tried to enjoy the rest of the ride to the aforementioned hospital.Across the window, a pregnant woman paused by a fruit stand. She rubbed her stomach and whispered something to her partner that got him laughing.Then it hit me why this whole thing had me so anxious.A small part of me wished I was pregnant. This time... with Alec by my side.I wanted to experience it with him.Tears welled up in my eyes.I blinked them back and reminded myself of the IUD inside me. There was no need having false hopes.The convoy pulled into the hospital’s parking lot.I stepped out, made my way to the hospital's reception, and sighted Ruth.“Hello bestie,” I greeted.She looked up and her eyes lit up.“Mabel!” She sprang to her feet and pulled me into a hug.“You came,” she whispered.“O
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Chapter: FINAL CHAPTEREmily’s POV.Three years later...“...ten, eleven, twelve, thirteen,” Calix counted with his eyes closed and the pups wouldn’t stop giggling as they scurried about the castle’s garden in search of the best spots to hide.The afternoon sun bathed the castle in its warm light. The trees were perfect green and sparkled with leftover dew from the morning. The sky was blue, dotted with fluffy white clouds that drifted lazily in the gentle breeze.Leia and I were seated on a plush picnic blanket, beneath the shade of a grand willow tree. We watched the game unfold with amused smiles.My ladies-in-waiting—Brielle, Laura, and Adalyn were arranging refreshments on a low table in a corner; pouring tea and engaging in quiet chatter.Rowan, the eldest of my triplets, laughed as he hid behind the water fountain. Caius his brother, crouched behind a thick rosebush near the garden’s stone pathway. Aurora, my only daughter, found one of the most creative hiding spots, slipping beneath the desse
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Chapter: CHAPTER 85 Emily’s POV. Few months later... Leia’s anguished cries shattered the stillness of Nirian Castle. Brielle, Laura, and Adalyn, now my ladies-in-waiting, ran around in the room, seeing to it that everything was in order to receive the baby—several staff members stood by, ready to assist. I sat on the bed with Leia, gently massaging her shoulders as she endured the throes of labor. “What's happening?” I asked the midwife. “Why is it taking so long?” “Everything is fine, Your Majesty. The baby has just crowned.” I might not be conversant with all medical terms, but ever since I discovered I was pregnant, I have read extensively. Crowning meant the baby’s head had appeared at the mother’s opening prior to emerging. I turned to my mate’s cousin and massaged her back. “You’re doing great, Leia!” I encouraged. “You’re almost there.” She let out deep huffs and, with another cry, pushed… A tiny feeble cry of a baby filled the room. The newborn squirmed, covered in blood
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Chapter: CHAPTER 84 “Calix!” I cried. He sucked my n,pple, licking, nipping so gently that I forgot how to breathe. I arched my torso towards him, willing him to take more. His lips curved into a satisfied smile before running a tongue on my entire bre,sts. Calix expertly dragged his tongue to my other brea,st and enclosed my ni,pple with his mouth. Reopening my eyes, I moaned as the sensation of his tongue engulfed me. He was sucking me, biting me, teasing me in a way that made my core throb for him. “Calix, please!” I begged. “Yes, bella. What do you want?” “I need you,” I blurted. With one last tease, Calix straightened, his eyes utterly darkened with need. His gaze locked on mine, he grabbed his member and guided himself to my entrance. “You’re so wet and ready for me,” he said, searching my gaze. I moaned as he flicked his rod at my entrance before pressing forward. I gasped and gripped his shoulder for support. Each time he pressed inside, I huffed because it felt as though my
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Chapter: CHAPTER 83 Emily’s POV. We arrived at the royal garden and Calix gently lowered me back to my feet. Something tells me this wasn’t our destination, but when I glanced at Calix, he was removing his clothes. A flush crept up my neck, my skin prickling with anticipation. Ever since the night Calix and I marked ourselves, we hadn’t made love. “Let me guess, we’re going to be making love in the open air tonight?” I asked. Calix, who was already bare-torsoed, nodded and also twitched his eyebrows as though undecided, before proceeding to remove his boots and then trousers. In a moment, he stood stark-naked before and my poor breath hitched in a way it has never before as I stared down at the strength coiled at his groin. Calix smirked. “I was thinking it was high time I introduced you to my lycanthrope.” “Gabriel?” He nodded. “Are you ready?” My heart thumped with excitement. I smiled. “Yes, I am.” Calix threw back his head and a guttural growl escaped him. His ears elongated, ja
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Chapter: CHAPTER 82Emily’s POV. “Are you ready?” my father asked through our mind link. “Yes, I am,” I replied him. A pang of nervousness curled in my stomach as we entered the Sacred Moonlit Court and took our first step down the aisle. But then, I looked at the ceremonial arch and my gaze locked with Calix’s. His gaze softened, and he offered me a reassuring, very charming smile. My heart melted. I broke into a grin just as every chain of anxiety shattered. I scanned the gathering. Standing to my right were Elara and her parents. Calix had invited them after officially introducing us to each other three days ago. Elara smiled and gave me a small nod. My father and I approached the altar. My gaze settled on the Tyrese council members, they stood in the front rows of the court towards my left. Their eyes were wide with intrigue as they studied my father—the alpha who’d haunted them for years. Of course, that was before Calix entered the scene. And to my right, the Nirian parliament st
Huling Na-update: 2025-03-12
Chapter: CHAPTER 81 Emily’s POV. Five Days later.... The courtyard bustled from the arrival of guests. They moved in groups, their laughter and camaraderie weaving through the evening atmosphere. Inside the royal dressing room, Brielle and the handmaidens, and the royal stylist worked harmoniously to get me ready for my big day. A knock rapped on the door and Leia walked into the room. She was already dressed for the occasion, styled in a sleeveless dark blue gown. It hugged her form elegantly. Her hair was styled into a crown halo, making her look every bit the noblewoman she was. “You look absolutely breathtaking, My Lady. Goddess above! You were born for this,” Leia purred as she crossed the room and joined me before the tall mirror. “Hello, Lady Leia,” I greeted, taking in her radiant appearance. “You look absolutely fabulous.” “In this?” she asked, teasingly lifting the hem of her gown. “Are you sure?” “Yes,” I affirmed. She grinned. “Randolph chose everything himself—the dres
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