Selena POV
I stood there frozen in the middle of the road, the car approaching me at an alarming speed. Panic surged through my veins, and I closed my eyes, anticipating the impact when I heard the screeching sound of brake piercing the air, the car came to a halt just inches away from me."Oh goodness, we are alive!" Ember let out a sigh of relief.Relief washed over me, I opened my eyes, and I spotted a figure stepping out of the Mercedes-Benz Car as he approached me. It was Asher, the pack beta."Are you blind? can't you see you are in the middle of the road?" he snapped angrily.I lifted my head to meet his gaze, and a flicker of surprise crossed his face as he recognized me."Selena, it's you" his voice calm, "Thank goodness, I didn't run you over."By the way, what are you doing out here? Aren't you meant to be in the mansion? And what with that bag you're holding?" he asked."I was sent out of the mansion." I managed to reply, as tears welled up in my eyes."What happened?" he asked, surprise in his voice.I fidgeted with the hem of my dress unable to tell him what happened."You can confide in me, I won't judge you," he said sensing my hesitation, his voice laced with sincerity.Taking a deep breath, I told him everything that happened. I avoided his gaze, afraid of what he would think of me."Selena, look at me", he said gently, placing his hands on my shoulder, slowly I lifted my head to meet his gaze." Don't blame yourself for what happened, it was meant to happen," he said, his words comforting and overwhelming. Tears streamed down my face as I sobbed harder."Thank you", I whispered.He reached out to his pocket and pulled out a handkerchief, offering it to me."So where do you plan to go," he asked."I'm going back home I guess," I replied."Get into the car. let me take you home," he instructed, his tone firm."You don't have to Beta Asher. I can just take a cab home."I tried refusing."I insist," he said."But I-I don't want to……" I didn't finish what I was about to say when he shot me a glare.I let out a sigh, I made my way to the car and got in, the cool breeze from the air conditioner eased the tension that had built up within me. Asher got in as he drove us out of the estate. The ride to my house was quiet, he focused on driving while I stared out the window lost in thought."We're here, " he voice snapping me out of my reverie, I blinked realizing we'd arrived at my small homey cottage. I stepped out of the car clutching my bag tightly." Thanks for the ride Beta, I'm grateful," I said"You're welcome", he responded, retrieving a card from his suit pocket and extending it to me."Here is my business card, don't hesitate to call me if you need anything"I accepted the card from him," Thank you", I replied watching him as he drove away.As I stepped into the compound of my cottage house, a strong sense of deja vu washed over me. It's been over two years since I left to work in the Alpha's mansion. I looked around the compound, everywhere looked just the same. The familiar beauty of the garden is vibrant sunflowers, delicate Rose petals, strawberries, and grapefruits alongside some veggies adorning it.I walked through the pathway leading to the entrance, and my heart skipped a bit, as my palm suddenly became sweaty, I was nervous. I took a deep breath and pressed the doorbell twice, I could hear the turning of the doorknob from the inside, she opened the door and gasped when she saw it was me.Dropping my bag, I rushed forward enveloping her in a tight embrace, tears streaming down my face, I sniffled her unique scent of lavender soothing my soul. I've missed her so much."Awwwwnnn, mommy's cry baby." Ember teased."Selena dear, you're here." her voice filled with surprise and happiness as she hugged me tightly and rubbed my back gently.Reluctantly, I broke the hug gazing at her radiant beauty. She's still as beautiful as ever with her captivating blue eyes and her long black silk hair cascading down her shoulder. She gestured for me to come in.I stepped into our living room, it might be small but it has this cozy feeling attached to it. Everywhere looks just the same. I looked up to see our beautiful frame hung on the wall. I sat on the chair facing my mom."Selena dear, I've missed you so much, look at how beautiful you've become, my baby is now a grown-up lady," she exclaimed, happiness evident in her voice."Missed you more Mom," I replied, fidgeting with the hem of my dress as I contemplated on how to tell her I'd been fired."Sweetheart, is everything alright?" She asked as she observed my uneasy behavior.I didn't know how to break the news to her, I was scared of what her reaction would be."Go on, tell her." Ember urged in my mind.Taking a deep breath, I turned to face her, "I've been sacked Mom" I said breaking the news to her.Her eyes widened in shock "What happened dear?"I explained how everything happened to her; right from the mating party to how I ended up in the bed with the Alpha which resulted in him firing me. My face was already soaked in tears by the time I was done." I swear Mom, I didn't seduce him." I tried defending myself when I saw she was keeping quiet."Sshhh…. I believe you", she interrupted, surprising me with her words. "I know you would never stoop to such an extent, I know the kind of daughter I raised.""You mean you believe me Mom?", you are not angry with me?"I asked, she shook her head in approval."Come here darling," she said extending her arms, as I hugged her tightly.That was all I needed -her belief in me. As long as she believes me, I don't care if no one believes me."It's okay darling, don't blame yourself, it was meant to happen, everything will be fine," she assured me, gently patting my back."Go freshen up in your room while I prepare something for you to eat, you must be hungry," she said.Just then my stomach growled loudly, causing me to blush in embarrassment, I quickly got up and scurried to my room. I could hear my mom laughing at my clumsiness.I opened the door of my room, and stepped into my bedroom, everywhere was just the way I left it, neat and arranged. I'm sure my mom tidied my room every day. I sank onto my bed, missing the comfy feeling of it.I opened my wardrobe, took my nightgown, placed it on the bed, and made my way to the bathroom to take a shower. I turned on the shower, the cold water cascading over my body, soothing my nerves.Feeling refreshed, I changed into my nightgown and tied my hair into a bun. I made it out of my room and navigated to the living room.My mom had already set the table, and the mouth-watering aroma of mashed pot and grilled steak filled the air making my stomach growl in excitement.Taking a seat at the dining table, I watched as my mom dished out the food on my plate. Mashed potato and grilled steak happens to be my favorite, my mouth watered at the sight. I took a spoonful into my mouth savouring every bit of it.I was done eating, I carried the plate to the kitchen and washed it. I made my way back to the living room, I found my mom engrossed in her knitting. We chatted for a while before I started feeling sleepy."Good night Mom," I yawned, feeling the weight of sleeping settling upon me."Goodnight darling," she replied, her voice filled with love and tenderness.I made my way back to my room, locking the door behind me. I lay on my bed as I drifted to slumber.I woke up in the middle of the night feeling thirsty, Reluctantly, l dragged myself out of the bed and made my way to the kitchen to drink water. I was going back to my room when I noticed my mom sitting in the dining area, lost in deep thought."Mom! Mom!" I called out, snapping her out of her reverie. "Are you okay?"She responded with a forced smile attempting to conceal whatever was troubling her. "Yes dear, I'm fine," she replied."Why are you not sleeping?" she asked"I was feeling thirsty, so I went to the kitchen to drink water," I explained."Okay dear, get some sleep," she said. I nodded in agreement, making my way back to my room.I lay on my bed unable to sleep, a nagging sense of unease tugging at my thoughts. something was off with my mom, but I couldn't place a finger on it….Selena POVA few weeks had passed since I left the mansion and I haven't been able to secure another job.I wasn't going to lie and say it doesn't bother me because it did. I need to get a job to support both myself and my mom.Sometimes, I can't help but wonder how different our lives would be if my dad were here with us.Speaking of my dad, I don't know if he's still alive or not. The thought of his existence has often lingered at the back of my mind leaving me with unanswered questions.Why has my mother never spoken of him? What pain has he caused by her?Pushing the thoughts aside, I dragged myself out of bed and made my way to the bathroom to freshen up.Feeling refreshed, I ruffle through my wardrobe trying to figure out what to wear. I finally picked a simple and corporate dress. I applied a touch of makeup on my face and tied my hair back in a neat ponytail.Satisfied with my look I slung my bag over my shoulders and stepped out of my room, heading towards the living room.I
Selena's POVMy mind was a whirlwind of conflicting thoughts. I was skeptical about seeking help from the Alpha. the memory of the rage and disgust in his eyes for me still lingers, the thought of it sends chills down my spine."Just seek his help! it's not like you can afford the money", Ember snapped jolting me out of my reverie, I could tell she was getting pissed with my hesitation.I cast a final glance at my mom lying on the bed with an oxygen mask covering her nose, her complexion had already paled. I couldn't bear to see her in such a state, I blinked back the tears that threatened to fall from my eyes and rushed out of the hospital.With my mindset, I made my way to the Alpha's mansion. I didn't have enough money for the cab, I had to trek.*********Arriving at the mansion, a chilling feeling found its way through my spine, I could feel a surge of discomfort, every step I took, I remembered what happened weeks ago.I took a deep breath and knocked on the gate, the gate was
Selena POVI brought out the card from my bag, I stared blankly at the card in front of me. Different thoughts running through my mind. I have no idea what to say to him. How would I tell him I need his financial assistance? What if he refuses to help me, just like the Alpha did?"Selena, just give it a try, call the Beta, it's going to be alright", Ember urged.She's right, I should give it a try, after all, he gave me the card just in case I might need his help. I took a deep breath before dialing his number, my hands trembling as the phone rang."Goddess please help me", I whispered under my breathHe answered on the second ring "Hello?", he said, his voice sounding slightly confused.I took another deep breath, "Hello Beta, it's me Selena", I managed to say.There was a pause as if he was trying to recollect who I was. After a while, he responded, "Oh Selena, how are you?"I hesitated for a moment, struggling to find the right words, "Beta, I…I'm…not fine", I said in a choked voic
Selena’s PovI followed the directions given to me by the nurse at the reception, I navigated my way through the hospital corridor until I reached the entrance of the ICU. Peering through the window, I saw my mom lying on the bed, surrounded by unfamiliar wires that I could not identify.With a gentle push, I opened the door and stepped into the ICU. It was well equipped with various medical equipment including the cardiac monitor that was beeping softly, monitoring my mother's heart rate and rhythm, and other medical devices I could not identify their names.I moved closer to her bedside, and the nurse assigned to watch over her signaled me to keep silent. I gently stroked her hair. Although she still hasn't regained consciousness, I noticed her heartbeat is normal which was a relief for me.Just then my stomach growled loudly, the nurse couldn't help but shake her head in amusement causing me to blush with embarrassment. It just dawned on me that I was hungry, I had forgotten I had
Alpha Gabriel POVDescending the stairs with Ravenna ahead of me, we took a turn after passing a few doors along the hall, we entered a large room revealing the dining area.The table was already set with a couple of dishes in the center. Two maids dressed in green dress with a blue apron over it and their hair tied into a bun were already at the dining area awaiting our arrival.As we approached the dining area, I paused behind a chair and pulled it out for Ravenna to sit."Thank you", she said with a smile on her face, gracefully taking her seat.I took the seat opposite her and placed my briefcase on the chair next to me, the maids quickly rushed to the table as soon as we were seated and began serving the food."Good morning Alpha, Good Morning Luna", they greeted in unison with their head slightly bowed.I nodded in acknowledgment while Ravenna ignored their greetings, they dished a plate of Stir-fried pasta along with grilled chicken for me and mashed potatoes with grilled steak
Selena PovAs the cab came to a stop in front of my home, I handed the driver the fare and stepped out of the car while he drove off. I reached for my bag to find the keys to unlock the gate of our home.I unlocked it and walked in towards the pathway leading to the entrance of the main door.I stepped into our living room, everywhere looking messed up, I decided to tidy everywhere before I freshened up. I kept my bag on the chair before proceeding to arrange it.I bent down and picked up a throw pillow, carefully arranging it back on the chair where it belonged. I moved towards the kitchen, relieved to find it clean.I made my way to my mom's room, I laid her bed and cleaned her bathroom making sure everything was neat before heading to my clean my room.Soon I was done with the house chores, I took off my clothes kept in the laundry basket and proceeded to the bathroom.I turned on the shower, I felt the cold water cascading down my body washing away the stress and soothing my nerve
Alpha Gabriel POVI reached for my phone that was beside me on the couch and dialed a number, it was one of my shadow guards.He answered on the first ring. "I need you to keep a close watch on Arnold", I commanded,my voice firm. " Monitor his every move." With those words, I ended the call.Arnold is my late father's elder brother. He has always harbored a deep grudge against my father for being chosen as the Alpha. His grudge further extended to me when I became the Alpha, he wanted his son to become the Alpha."Isn't that your uncle?", Asher asked, raising an eyebrow as surprise flickered across his face."Yes", I replied. "I don't trust him one bit, you know how cunning he can be. I need to be a step ahead of him."He nodded in agreement and focused his attention back on his phone. I rose from the couch and made my way back to my desk, resuming sorting the relevant files and responding to emails."You're not going home?"Asher asked, breaking the silence.I glanced at the time on m
Selena POVFinally, my mom is getting discharged today. I could see the excitement written over her face as she emerged from the bathroom already dressed in the dress I brought from home for her.Approaching the bed, she carefully placed the hospital gown on it. I could tell what was going on in her mind, she could hardly wait to leave the confines of the hospital."Ready, Mom?", I asked"More than ever", she replied, a beautiful smile lighting up her face.With my bag slung over my shoulder, I reached out and clasped her hand in mine as we both made our way out of the ward navigating our way towards the reception area. The doctor and nurses were all smiles as they saw us coming.I couldn't thank them enough for their exceptional care, friendly behavior, and most importantly their unwavering dedication to making sure my mom recovers quickly."Thank you so much doctor, I'm grateful", i said, expressing my heartfelt appreciation."You're welcome, I'm just doing my job", he replied, a ki