ARABELLAI stared into the mirror as I slipped into the elegant, deep red gown that I had chosen for tonight. I purposely chose a gown that would hug all my curves.I don't want to look like the old Arabella I once was. I don't want people to have a trace of the old me at all. It's a new era and I have to act like it. I couldn't help but feel a strange mix of anticipation and dread. Tonight, I would return to the palace for dinner as a person that nobody knows yet I know most of them. How ironic. I had done a good job with my makeover. It wasn't too much but it was enough to hide most of my natural facial features. Arabella, the girl they once knew, was gone. The old Arabella is replaced by Emma, a woman no one could possibly recognize. If I said things were easy for me, I'd be lying... I'm scared out of my mind. At a point I thought to myself; is it really worth it? Do I have to do this? I believe I do, to grow. Rhys, my sister, and the others who had betrayed me would be th
Alpha Rhys' POVWho is that woman?I know it sounds like a rhetorical question given the fact that I know she's the guest doctor.Apart from that, who could she be?Why does she affect me in that manner?I had to excuse myself from the hall. I couldn't take it anymore.The dining hall was large but in that moment, I felt very suffocated. It felt as if the walls were closing in on me.I've never been so affected by a woman before. The only woman who had made me feel this way is Arabella. I never knew another woman could ignite such feelings within me.This woman just came yet I can already tell that things are not going to be easy. She's trouble, no doubt.I walked to the East Wing to catch my breath. From the sliding glass on this wing, I could see through the window of the dining hall.I watched Emma. She engaged in light conversations with everyone. She seemed like the type to flow well with people even though she just met them.She laughed.It was the most beautiful sight I had eve
Arabella's POV I could see how nervous Rhys was. It was so obvious that even a blind man can see it. Coming into this pack, I did so for Delinda's survival. Now, I want revenge more than ever. I didn't want revenge before but when I entered and saw how they were all living well made my blood boil. Rhys and Mia think they can live happy ever after while I bear the pain and the trauma of what I went through all those years. They think they can have peace after what they did to me? They've got another thing coming. Revenge will come easy. Rhys is drawn to me like a moth to a flame. He wants me more than anything, maybe even more than his wife. I can see the desire in his eyes. It's as bright as day. I also know how to make him heated. Rhys was once mine. I know everything about him so it'll be easy to make him fall for me again. This will be fun. I'm coming for everyone who ever betrayed me. Rhys and Mia can't be happy, not on my watch. I'll do everything in my power to make su
Arabella's POVAfter I made sure everything was alright with Bruno, I excused myself from the palace and left.Stepping into the fresh air, I took a deep breath.The moon light casted a warm soft glow on the pack grounds.Everywhere looks even more beautiful at night. Things have really changed for better in this pack. Sadly, I wasn't here to witness it all.This isn't the time to get sad or emotional. I have to be logical and neutral in my thinking. This pack doesn't deserve my love after everything the members did to me.I looked at my car. I don't want to go home just yet.Someone close to me came into my mind. I knew I had to see her.I took a walk deeper into the neighborhood. Things might have changed but I still know my way around. I don't think a person can forget his home no matter how hard they try.The pack grounds were quiet at night. The only people who were outside were couples.The sight of couples outside reminded me of how Rhys and I would star gaze and kiss under the
ARABELLA’S POVThe drive home was a long and quiet one. As I thought of everything that had occurred earlier that night, it fuelled my desire for revenge even more.What kind of a sister is Mia?What did I even do to her?She made everyone believe I was dead.What if jack wasn’t a nice person? Most Alphas who buy slaves or prisoners do so for the purpose of using them as sex slaves or as maids.The moon goddess has been good to me. I was lucky that jack bought me before another ruthless alpha had the chance to. If the reverse was the case, I would probably be dead and so would my babies.I shuddered at the thought of that. I can’t imagine anything happening to my kids. I’ll always do everything in my power to keep them safe.I thought about everything as I made my way into my apartment.As soon as I opened the door, my babies ran to hug me.“Mommy!” Declan and Damon chorused as they embraced me.I laughed.It had been just a few hours yet I had missed them so much and I’m sure they f
Mia's POVDr Emma Silver.... Who is she? Yes, I know she's a doctor but who is she really?She just got into this pack yet she managed to grab the attention of my husband. During the dinner, everyone's gaze suddenly shifted as soon as she walked in. I won't deny it. When she came in dressed in her designer red dress, she looked stunning. Even I was a bit intimidated. As soon as I saw her, I knew she would be trouble. I confirmed this thought of mine when I saw Rhys shake her hand. My blood boiled as I watched them. Not only did he stop there, he proceeded to stare at her throughout the dinner. Even when I walked up to them to introduce myself, he couldn't stop looking at her.. I know my husband. He doesn't get entranced by women easily but when he does, he becomes fixated. The only woman I've seen him look at this way was Arabella. He has never been so in awe of a woman as he had been with Emma. If not that I had confirmed Arabella's death, I would have been certain that Emma
Arabella's POVAfter I did the blood transfusion on Bruno, I saw the look on Mia and Craig's faces.Mia looked so relieved. She literally cried tears of joy.Craig looked relieved too. Earlier, he looked worried. He had the look of a worried father.What if...?I know this might be a long shot but what if Rhys isn't the father of this child?I know what I'm saying might be considered treason but it's not impossible. I'm a medical doctor. I see these things happen all the time. That's the reason DNA tests are rempant these days. A lot of partners aren't faithful.Mia has always been a selfish person so if she has been unfaithful to Rhys, it's not out of her character.I know for a fact that Craig is not her brother. She can't deceive me.How stupid does she think I am?They don't have a sibling bond at all. There's no single similarity between them.If he was really her brother, she wouldn't have brought him for the transfusion.She told me Bruno has never had a transfusion before. Si
Alpha Rhys' POVEmma...It might seem like just a name but it's been ringing in my head ever since I met her.Ever since the night I first laid eyes on her, I haven't been able to get her off my mind.No woman has ever been able to capture my mind like this. The only woman I've ever felt this Captivated about is Arabella. After Arabella died, I was certain that no woman would make me feel the way she did.I was sure of my thoughts until now... Until Emma came along.I've only met Emma on one occasion yet she's managed to invoke sensations in me that I didn't think were possible.She's awoken something in me that I can't explain. Her sense lingers in my head.She's like a drug that I can't get enough of.I know I'm married. I know I'm mated to someone else but I can't help it.I can't help the way I feel about her. Mia and I have been married for years. Mia is my mate but I don't feel anything like this for her, not even close. I've tried to block out all thoughts of Emma from my mind