(Victoria's POV)Something was wrong. I could feel it in my bones as I watched Ethan hastily gather his things from our bedroom at Rosewood Haven."Where are you going?" I asked, trying to keep my voice light despite the unease crawling up my spine.Ethan barely glanced at me. "Pack business."Befor
My thumb unconsciously traced their outline, the gentle rise and fall of her breath against my palm a tantalizing sensation. I swallowed hard, my control slipping.I tilted her chin up slightly, my lips descending in a fervent kiss. Initially, I tried to be gentle, not wanting to wake her.But Olivi
(Victoria's POV)I adjusted my dark sunglasses and pulled my hood lower over my face as I watched from my hidden position near the playground. The disguise was simple but effective—no one at the Crescent Moon Training Den would recognize me.My eyes narrowed as I spotted Emma playing alone near the
"Ethan!" I cried, my voice breaking with practiced emotion. "Something terrible has happened to Emma! She was attacked at the training den!""What?" Ethan's voice was sharp with concern. "Is she alright?""I don't know," I sobbed. "She's in pain. I'm taking her to the medical den now.""I'll meet yo
(Olivia's POV)My wolf, usually so quiet since Lily's death, stirred with interest. This wasn't just gossip or speculation—this was scientific fact. Victoria had been lying all these years, using an innocent child to manipulate Ethan.I paused at the medical den entrance, considering my next move. C
Ethan's cold gaze fixed on Olivia, as if blaming her for this turn of events. But my granddaughter-to-be stood tall, her dignity intact despite everything she had endured.(Olivia's POV)Matriarch Evelyn's private quarters were warm and inviting, a stark contrast to the cold formality of the Stone A
(Olivia's POV)I felt my body slam against the leather seat as Ethan shoved me into his Midnight Maybach. The familiar scent of his car—leather and his Alpha musk—filled my nostrils, bringing back unwanted memories."Let me go!" I shouted, struggling against his iron grip.My wolf surged forward, le
I could sense his confusion as he felt my genuine disgust. In the past, no matter how angry I had been, my wolf had always submitted to his. But not anymore.A flicker of panic crossed his amber eyes as he realized my rejection was real—my wolf was no longer responding to his."Get away from me!" I
I heard Victoria's satisfied exhale. "Good. The money will be in your account by morning.""What if they suspect something?" I asked, anxiety creeping into my voice."They won't. You made it look like an accident, didn't you?"I nodded, though she couldn't see me. "Yes. I stayed downwind so they cou
(Dr. Harrison's POV)I ended the call with Alpha King Ethan Stone and immediately accelerated my vehicle, racing toward the Healing Den. My heart pounded against my ribcage as I gripped the steering wheel.Evelyn Winters' condition had been stable following her surgery. The sudden news of her shock
Dr. Jonathan Rivers arrived with his team of specialists, their expressions professionally neutral as they approached Emma's bed."Alpha Stone," Dr. Rivers greeted respectfully. "We need to examine Emma now."Ethan nodded, reluctantly releasing Emma from his embrace. "I'll be right outside, Emmy. Th
(Third person's POV)Hearing that evidence existed, Olivia Winters felt her wolf surge with excitement beneath her skin. After surviving her suicide attempt in the Silvermoon River and regaining her strength, she had repeatedly told herself to be patient with Lily's revenge, to remain calm and not b
(Evelyn's POV)But fate had other plans. Just as spoke out the truth, Sarah Jenkins moved too quickly beside my bed. Her elbow caught the Fallen Bedside Lamp of the Healing Den, sending it crashing to the floor.The shattering sound echoed through the room, drowning out my crucial revelation. Glass
"Alpha Stone, listen carefully," I began, keeping my voice steady despite the medication clouding my thoughts. "You've mistaken the person. Victoria Frost is not—"The door burst open with a bang that made everyone in the room jump. The sudden noise sent a spike of pain through my surgical site.Vic
(Ethan's POV)The darkness of exhausted sleep enveloped me completely. My wolf had finally surrendered after the blood donation, our shared energy depleted to dangerous levels.I hadn't felt this weak since my first full moon transformation as a pup. Every muscle in my body felt heavy, my wolf curle
His wolf rose protectively beneath his skin, treating me with the care one would show a pack sister. Reluctantly, I agreed, my body finally acknowledging its exhaustion.I couldn't sleep deeply in the adjacent recovery room, my wolf too alert to allow proper rest. Every sound from the hallway had me
(Olivia's POV)"The surgery was successful." Those four words from Dr. Harrison Fletcher's lips were the sweetest I'd ever heard.My knees buckled as relief flooded through me. Tears streamed down my face, my wolf finally relaxing after hours of tense vigilance. The crushing weight of potential loss