LOGINLucas didn’t feel better, even though he knew he should have. Diane was very quick to suspect her stepson, calling him in a frenzy after Rodger went into surgery at the hospital. “I know you did this!” “Diane, how the hell could I have done anything? I didn’t even know Rodger was in town.” “You’
Lucas felt like he could light the whole damn world on fire, and he’d just watch it burn. He was done taking everyone else’s bullshit. He’d remained quiet, reserved, and regal. This rebellion, even if no one saw, was everything he had buried. Kit and Jones got back to Lucas in less than one day. F
“I can’t even believe you’re telling me this.” Harriet’s hands were plastered to her face, wide-eyed as Elaine relayed the conversation she’d had earlier with her husband. “I can hardly believe it myself.” Elaine’s hand instinctively moved to the necklace. “I’ve never seen Lucas take this off, Hare
Speechless, she nodded again, turning around so that Lucas could help her wear the jewelry. As his breath hit the back of her neck, she did her best not to show the goosebumps forming on her skin. The Alpha wanted to push back her hair and kiss her sweet neck. He could imagine holding her in his ha
Surprising even himself, Lucas smiled at the sight of Elaine. It felt right to see her walking the halls of the home they’d once shared. “You’re awake.” “I am.” He gestured to his wife. “Come on in.” Elaine was cautious, looking around to see if anyone else was watching. “How did you sleep last
“Morning, Alpha.” Kyle, Hardy, and two other betas, Kit and Jones, stood at attention when Lucas entered the office. Lucas said nothing, still playing with the necklace. “Seems like you had quite a night, boss,” Hardy chuckled. Lucas only lifted an eyebrow. “I saw him come in with Ayla, but the
“Except you’re not my father. You’re a leech, or better yet, a parasite that latches onto whatever weakling it finds.” Her shoulders were relaxed as if she didn’t have a care in the world. Lucas noticed her strength and determination in taking down her own father. He almost cheered for the Luna, wa
At the next pack meeting, the plan was set in motion. Angelina, Jackson, and Duke had done well to spread the gossip throughout the group. Elaine was attending as a courtesy to Lucas—he’d insisted her attendance was vital to him. She wondered if the pack meeting was where Ayla would take over as th
“Alpha?” Lucas turned from looking out the window in his office. A few members of his pack were finally there and waiting for their orders. “Good, you’re here.” Kyle stood amongst the other pack members. “What’s going on, Alpha?” Lucas dropped his crossed arms, trying not to seem too aggravated.
“Yes,” she lied without hesitation. “We’re all grieving together.” She could still be strong and lie with a straight face. It was something she was getting better at. “Please take some rest for the rest of the day,” he instructed. He even narrowed his eyes and crossed his arms. “And please do not







