Nightmare turned love
I came to this new school with one goal—stay invisible.
No drama. No chaos. Just finish the semester and get out.
But everything changed the moment I laid eyes on him—Aiden Cross. Rich, arrogant, dangerously charming. The school's golden boy and certified heartbreaker. He had no business looking at me, let alone touching me.
And yet, there he was, lips still warm from kissing another girl, smirking as he walked straight toward me… and pulled me into his world with one simple, cocky line:
“Care to join?”
From that moment on, my plan to stay out of trouble was officially ruined.
Now, I’m skipping school, arguing with him like we’ve known each other for years, sharing moments I swore I’d never allow, and feeling things I can't ignore. But Aiden? He hides behind jokes and a player reputation—brushing off anything real like it’s just another game.
He’s everything I told myself to avoid. So why does my heart race every time he’s near?
Between surprise kisses in the cafeteria, his jealousy-fueled fights, and our late-night talks that cut deeper than I ever expected, I’m starting to realize one thing:
Sometimes the person you least expect becomes the one you can’t let go.
But can I trust him with my heart? Or will he leave me like he does everyone else. He was supposed to be my nightmare.
Now… he might just be my love story.
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Chapter: Something Aiden’s POV Eli and Nova had been at it for nearly thirty minutes, still arguing over whether we should watch horror or romance. Arnold just sat there like he was enjoying a live comedy show. I leaned closer to him. “How long do you think this is gonna last?” I whispered. “Just let them burn through all that energy,” he said with a sigh. “They’ll be asleep halfway through whatever they finally pick.” He dodged a flung DVD case like it was second nature, and I couldn’t help chuckling. Honestly, the night was going better than I expected. Mr. Reyes had finally warmed up to me—turns out, all I needed to do was talk about investments. If I’d known he was into that stuff, I would’ve led with it the first time we met. Still, better late than never. Now if only these two could settle on a movie before sunrise. “Are you guys done yet?” I asked, louder this time. They both froze mid-argument and glared at me. I raised my hands in mock surrender.You’re taking too long,” Arnold chimed
Last Updated: 2025-08-11
Chapter: In the clearNova’s POVI leapt out of my seat the moment Arnold said Aiden was here, practically skidding to the door where he stood beside Eli, who looked like he was having the time of his life.“We met outside,” Aiden said, giving me a small smile.Why was he here this early? I hadn’t even had time to mentally prepare yet.“Can you at least let us in?” Eli chirped before leaning toward me to whisper, “You can stare at your boyfriend later, Nova.” He shoved past Arnold and stepped inside.“Well, hello to you too, Nova,” Aiden teased as he followed him in, that smile still on his face.“Keep the PDA on the low, lovebirds,” Arnold called, already walking away.“Do we have to do that?” Aiden asked, smirking.“Yes,” I whispered back, nudging him. “At least in front of my parents. My mom might love you, but my dad might already be plotting your murder.”Aiden chuckled. “Let’s go in then.” He gave a wink. “I’m Aiden Cross—I got this.”When we walked into the living room, Eli was already sprawled on t
Last Updated: 2025-08-10
Chapter: Dinner Nova’s POVI slept better than I had in weeks. Deep, peaceful, and though I hated to admit it, Aiden had everything to do with it. I didn’t realize how much I’d needed his reassurance until I actually heard the words leave his mouth. For the first time in a while, things made sense.I wasn’t even curious about what exactly he said to Judy. I trusted him when he told me he’d handled it, and that was enough. If he said I wouldn’t have to see much of her again, I believed him.I woke up in a good mood. It was a school-free day, the weather was perfect, and… well, a girl’s allowed to be happy, right? After freshening up, I practically skipped downstairs.“Good morning, brother,” I sang as I plopped down next to Arnold, who was already halfway through some show.“Why the hell are you so hyper?” he frowned. “Ohhh, wait. I forgot—your Aiden came to cheer you up last night.” He shook his head. “I still can’t get that image out of my head, man. Ever.”I laughed and slid onto the couch beside h
Last Updated: 2025-08-10
Chapter: ComfortAiden’s POV Sitting through Lori’s version of “catching up” felt like everything I’d been trying to avoid. One , because Nova was right beside me, looking way too uncomfortable and two because I couldn’t just get up and leave. Our parents had always had business together, and the last thing I wanted was for it to somehow get back to mine that Aiden walked out on Lori when she was trying to be nice. Honestly, I was sure that’s why Judy dragged me into this sorry excuse of a plan in the first place. All I cared about was how Nova was seeing all this and the second she stood up and said Arnold was picking her up, I knew she’d had enough. I didn’t blame her. Her frustration was more than justified… but it still stung that I couldn’t follow her out the door like I wanted to. Damn family ties. As soon as she stepped outside, I shot her a text. She didn’t even open it. Yeah she was definitely pissed. After that, nothing Judy or her mom said registered. I just kept throwing in a distrac
Last Updated: 2025-08-09
Chapter: InsecuritiesNova’s POVThroughout the ride back home, Arnold kept stealing glances at me like he was trying to read my mind. I was more than sure he failed because I kept my expression neutral.I wasn’t mad—at least, not at Aiden. I was just annoyed that I let myself get dragged into that situation in the first place.We stayed silent until we got home. My phone buzzed a couple of times probably messages from Aiden, but I ignored it for now. I’d check once I was settled.“Are you not going to say a word?” Arnold asked the moment we stepped inside, flopping onto the couch. “As far as I know, Aiden was supposed to bring you back. So why am I the one picking you up?” His eyebrow arched.“That was Judy’s house,” I said plainly, sitting beside him.“Yeah… I kind of figured that out,” he sighed. “So what happened? Aiden ditched you and you decided to run for it?”“Yeah, that’s exactly what happened.” I leaned back.“Oh.” His tone said he didn’t believe me.“They started talking about their history with
Last Updated: 2025-08-09
Chapter: Memory lane Nova’s POV It felt like the air in the car had come to a complete standstill. Ten minutes of silence, tension, and awkward energy thick enough to choke on. Aiden kept clenching the wheel like it owed him money, while Judy made TikToks in the back seat like we weren’t all dying of discomfort.Seriously? Of all times, she chose now to film content?I didn’t get it. But whatever. I just sat there, quiet, watching the time tick by like it was my only lifeline.“It’ll be over soon,” I told myself. That was the only thing keeping me sane.Five more minutes crawled by. Yes, I was staring at the clock the whole time.Eventually, we pulled into a driveway that I assumed was Judy’s house. It had that "oh I’m rich, but I’m pretending to be casual about it” kind of vibe—very similar to Aiden’s house. That cold, polished aura that made you feel like you needed permission just to breathe.Aiden pulled in like he’d done it a million times, like it was second nature. That stung more than I wanted to
Last Updated: 2025-08-08
Chapter: Merger Aries POV;I’d thought it through long before I suggested merging the packs. I knew they wouldn’t jump at the idea not after everything Robin had told me about the years of disappointment they’d faced. But I wanted to give them back what the Elders and the rest of the world had stolen for no good reason. And I was sure that was what Rex would want too.Considering Rose, Lilly, Zane… and everyone else, it was the best option.The Elders had no control over my pack, no ties to us at all. They couldn’t dictate our moves, and they couldn’t openly attack without exposing themselves. As far as I was concerned, the plan was airtight. So when the cheers went up after my reassurance, I let out a slow breath I hadn’t realized I’d been holding. My gaze found Rex’s tear-filled eyes, and I couldn’t help but smile. I wasn’t lying when I told her I was taking her home , but now, it looked like we’d be going back with her people too.“Are you sure about this?” Robin asked as soon as I walked back ove
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Chapter: First Step Rex’s POVThe past few hours had been nothing but a blur, yet the steady warmth of Aries lying beside me grounded it all in reality. He was here. Really here. I could hear his breathing, feel the weight of his arm draped lazily across my waist.Outside our door, I could sense the presence of others, hovering, hesitant, like they weren’t quite sure if they were allowed to approach. Not that I blamed them. An Alpha in their midst wasn’t something the banished saw every day… much less an Alpha mated to the Elegida.“What are you thinking about, love?” Aries murmured, pressing a quick kiss to my lips before sitting up. His tone was casual, but his eyes stayed fixed on me, reading me like he always did.“Let me guess,” he said with a half-smile. “You’re already thinking about how to help the banished, aren’t you?”I chuckled softly. “How did you know?”“Because I know you.” He tightened his arms around me. “That, and I was thinking the exact same thing. I’ve barely been here a day, Rex, an
Last Updated: 2025-08-09
Chapter: Back to work Aries POVFor a moment, all I could hear was the sound of my own heartbeat hammering in my ears. I wasn’t sure if it was because I had finally found Rex… or because of Zane’s words.Did he just say he was mated to my sister?“I’m sorry, did you just say you're mated to my sister?” I asked again, my voice low and disbelieving. My grip on Rex instinctively tightened as my eyes slid over to Rose.She looked away, a visible blush blooming across her cheeks, and that was all the confirmation I needed.“Yes, Alpha,” Zane said, straighter now, meeting my gaze without a flicker of fear.“Aries,” Rex said beside me, her voice quiet but firm—a warning laced in it, daring me not to make a scene in front of the entire banished tribe.I hadn’t planned to. So I turned away from Zane and looked at her instead. One look at Rex, and the tight knot that had begun to form inside me unraveled.The air was thick with tension. Everyone waited—watched—for my next move.I slowly loosened my hold on Rex and s
Last Updated: 2025-08-08
Chapter: InterestingAries’ POVThe light from the barrier was almost blinding, but in the next second, it faded just enough for me to feel what was on the other side, and by the moon, I felt her.Rex.The bond between us flared, pulling me toward her with such force that my knees nearly buckled. She was close, too close—for this to be another dead end.I drew in a sharp breath and took another step forward, ready to step into the light, but one of the Banished warriors moved in front of me, and the barrier closed instantly.“You can’t just walk in,” he said, hands raised in a placating gesture. “It’s not open to outsiders, Alpha.”He didn’t just keep me away from Rex. Not when I was this close.“I’m not an outsider,” I growled, impatience cutting through my words like a blade.The warrior hesitated, exchanging a glance with the man at the tree before turning back to me. “If the elders catch wind of this—”“I don’t care about the elders,” I snapped. “My mate is in there. Your Elegida.”At that, his arms d
Last Updated: 2025-08-06
Chapter: ShadowsAries’ POVI’d spent the last twelve hours buried in maps, old documents, and every alliance record I could get my hands on. Nothing. Not a single thread to pull. My warriors had scoured the forest so many times I could trace its layout with my eyes closed, and still, nothing.The damage to the pack was visible everywhere I turned, but at least rebuilding had begun. As long as my people were alive, we could heal. Still, every brick laid, every broken wall fixed, only reminded me of who was missing.Rex.The bond between us still hummed faintly, stubbornly alive. It was the only thing keeping me grounded, the proof that she was still out there. I’d tear apart every inch of this world if that’s what it took to bring her back.I’d even tried to reach Alpha Levon, desperate to send word about the insult Ron had pulled using his name. No response. Ron’s network was tighter than I imagined, every move cloaked in shadow. And every failed attempt only fueled me more.I’d get them all back. Th
Last Updated: 2025-08-05
Chapter: LightRex’s POV Waking up felt… different.For the first time in weeks, I felt rested—like nature itself was embracing me. Maybe it was because I was with my people, or maybe it was something else entirely, but the shift was undeniable.I’d ended up sharing a room with Rose, mostly because Julian had very loudly forbidden Zane from staying anywhere near her. He was in full protective-brother mode, and honestly, I couldn’t wait to see how long he’d keep it up. Mates never stayed apart for long, and we all knew it. He was probably just stalling until Aries had a say in it. Those two had an unspoken Alpha-level synchronization when it came to things like this.Careful not to wake Rose, I slipped out of bed and made my way outside.The village was calm. Peaceful. People bowed as I passed, and while it still felt strange, I nodded politely each time. My feet carried me toward a house tucked away from the others. It was quiet… secluded.Something about it called to me.I stood in front of the do
Last Updated: 2025-08-04
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