Leia - POVAn urgent voice pierced through the silence of the mansion, startling me awake. I sat in bed, blinking my eyes checked the time. It was just after midnight."Xavier, get the shamans and Dylan and Gordon!" Kai's voice echoed through the halls, urgent and panicked."Mother, please don't leave us," Kai cried, his voice cracking with emotion. I climbed out of bed and hurried to the stairwell, where I could see the shamans rushing in. Two male wolves walked in with them, their postures exuding an aura of power. I followed them to Sia's room, where I could see that she looked weak, her heartbeat barely discernible.Despite not having known Sia for long, I panicked at seeing her so ill. Kai was worried, while Xavier remained calm, directing the shamans to examine Sia. The two men I'd seen earlier spoke with Xavier."Mr. Dylan Loafer and Mr. Gordon Cane. I need you both to find a cure, or the deal is off the table," Xavier said, his voice commanding and firm. I recognized the surn
Leia - POV The words of the old witch were as sharp as a knife, and each one hit me with force. "My father did what ___," I choked, tears brimming."Veronica, I told you not to be insensitive when you speak," Xavier warned her, and she sighed."It's all right, Xavier. I am fine." I held back my tears, not wanting to break down in front of anyone. It was better to cry alone in my room later."Tell me what happened to my mother. What do you mean by the Tiger clan attack, and why did my father have to sell his soul and explain my curse?" I took my seat opposite Veronica and looked directly into her brown eyes."Give me your hand to see the past," she said."Wait, you can see the past?" Kai asked in surprise."Not every detail, just small, dreadful events," Veronica added as I placed my hand in hers. She closed her eyes and sat straight, waiting to tell me what she saw, even if the little details could reveal something about the past lives of my parents and me."I see you were six years
Alpha Xavier - POV"Who the hell are you to ask me such a question?" I hissed, my voice sharp and biting. Ana met my gaze with an intensity that briefly betrayed her pain.I turned on my heel, intending to catch up with Leia and inquire about her health, but Ana's small hand halted my retreat."Xav, why are you stuck in the past?" she implored, her voice thick with emotion. "I regret what I did to you. Please give me a second chance." I yanked my hand out of her grasp, my irritation simmering beneath the surface."I can't trust you, Ana," I snapped, my tone clipped and cold. "You broke my trust and my heart a long time ago. If you think a contract marriage can rekindle those sparks, you're fucking dreaming."Ana's desperation only seemed to grow. She grasped my hand again, her eyes pleading. "I will do anything to regain your trust and forgiveness.""If you truly want my forgiveness," I countered, my patience fraying, "break the contract proposal. That will prove to me you've matured
Alpha Kai - POVBefore I drove to Human City, I wanted to stop by the restaurant where Leia had planned a date with Eric. As much as I wanted Leia to date no one, I couldn't impose my feelings on her when I was engaged to other women. Who was I to meddle in her life?As I entered the restaurant, many heads bowed to me in respect, acknowledging me as their Alpha. Leia's eyes stared at me, as if my appearance captivated her. I felt happy that her attention was on me as I made my way to their table, and my wolf was happily purring at the attention."Alpha, what brings you here?" Leia asked with a dazed voice. Although I wanted to stare at her beautiful face, I had to keep my emotions in check, as many people were around. Even though they were pack members, you never know who could be a traitor in my pack and leak information to our enemies about my interest in Leia. I care about Leia so much that I can't publicly express my emotions."I have worked with Vincent," I lied. Vincent raised h
Leia - POVVincent had left, and I gave Daisy a subtle glare to indicate that it was time for her to go so I could spend some alone time with Eric. However, Daisy seemed oblivious to my hint and continued to chat with Eric, filling our date with stories of her and Vincent's antics in the office. It was frustrating, considering that she was the one who had pushed me to go on this date in the first place.When we arrived at the Mansion, Daisy finally excused herself and left for her home, knowing full well that I was not pleased with her behavior. "Eric, I'm sorry our date didn't go well," I sighed, disappointed."We can always reschedule," Eric said with a polite smile, but I couldn't help feeling like he was brushing me off."Are you not interested in me?" I asked, sensing a lack of enthusiasm on his part."Why would you say that, Leia?" Eric asked, looking puzzled."Listen, Eric. I've ghosted and dumped many guys who used the same tone as you," I said, crossing my arms and staring a
Leia - POVKai carried Sia's unconscious body and carefully laid her in bed while Xavier, Witch Veronica, and I followed closely behind. The words spoken by Sia stirred a whirlwind of emotions and thoughts in my mind and heart, making it difficult to calm myself down. However, I tried to focus on Sia's well-being instead of breaking down. Veronica utilized her magic to check Sia's health, causing a concerned frown on Kai and Xavier's brows as they witnessed their mother's condition."I should have known," Veronica sighed, and we looked at her inquisitively. "I can't believe I forgot about this." Veronica gently took the book from Sia's tightly gripped hand and again used her magic."This book has brought back Sia's erased memories. She only had fragmented recollections of Nas and never knew why Nas and Leia were exiled from the pack. Reo ensured your mother didn't suffer, thinking she had a chance to stay with him, and Nas robbed her of this opportunity. The betrayal of Nas could hav
Leia - POV"Leia, go to your room. If you don't, I will pick you up myself," Xavier said sternly after asking me to ignore Kai's hurtful words. I don't know why I care about Kai. I hardly know Kai and Xavier, but it sometimes feels like more than a normal bond."Leia, you won't listen," Xavier's voice broke me out of the stupor."Well, Leia, you are having trouble deciding," Veronica interrupted, glancing at the dining room door where Kai had left after arguing with Xavier about not letting me stay around or even keeping me at the job, despite my proficiency."Leia!" Veronica called again, and I stood zoning out while Xavier looked at me with concern."Sorry. What were you saying?" I asked, refocusing my attention."I suggested to Alpha Xavier that he let you go with me to witch land," Veronica said. I blinked at her, puzzled. "The reason is to identify if you have supernatural or human.""I'll come with you," I agreed, and Veronica smirked, pleased by my response."Leia, you are not
Xavier - POV"Enough, ladies. Is this how you behave? You are in an elite group, and yet you lack manners. The four of you are suspended from attending lectures for a week," Jennifer yelled and lectured those girls. Leia's face looked as if she was having trouble with the woman's question."Leia, are you alright?" She merely nodded, but still maintained her distance from me. Though I was not too fond of how she was pulling away, I knew she was grieving and learning about the sorrowful past of her parents.Jennifer walked us through an eerie and cold dark room, and Leia rubbed her fingers to warm them up. "Sorry, this room needs to be kept at a lower temperature as the herbs get spoiled if exposed to heat," Jennifer added.I gave her my jacket to stop her shivering with cold. Leia looked at me and tried to hide her face, but I didn't miss seeing the small blush on her face, which was faint but cute. Leia sat between the circles, and I stood on guard if anything went wrong. I wanted to