Chapter 53Jake’s POVMirabel stood in front of me , with her red lingerie glowing under the soft , dim light. I swallowed hard , unsure of what to say."Why exactly are you here , Mirabel ?" I finally spoke , still holding the door.."Why shouldn’t I be here , Jake ?" she purred , stepping forward. “The moment you left the Alpha’s chambers , I knew you’d be hurting. And I knew you’d need someone someone who understands. That’s me . I understand you. I’ve been where you are. Sharon did to me what she’s doing to you now .”Her words stung , and I instinctively stepped back , shaking my head. “No. I have Sharon.. ”“Sharon?” Mirabel cut me off, scoffing. She stepped closer again.. “Tell me where is Sharon now ? When you need her the most , where is she? She’s out there lying , betraying you , over and over again. And yet , you still choose her?”“Sharon didn’t betray me ,” I said quickly, but even I wasn’t sure if I believed it anymore.Mirabel’s smile widened.. Her fingers lightly trac
Chapter 52Mirabel's POVI knew that Killian had been suspicious of me from the very beginning. With the new developments, I had to find a way to make things easier for myself. His suspicion must have been what led him to the Blood Moon Pack.. But since the accusations weren't aimed at me , silence was my best weapon for now.Even though I was carrying his child , I could feel Killian slipping away from me. I needed a stronger hold on him . I envied how Jake defended Sharon at all times.. Even now , when he was clearly shaken by the revelations , his instincts still seemed wired to protect her.But this was my chance. Jake was heartbroken , and I would be the one to mend his heart.. I would walk right into it.I made my way to his house.. I wasn’t sure if Sharon was there or not. Still , I had come too far to turn back now.Knock knock..I knocked softly , and after a brief pause , I heard footsteps approaching.. Strong, confident definitely male . My heart leapt.Jake opened the doo
Chapter 51Sharon's POV"Killian , will you shut up and let me think!! This is just too much I can't take it!" Jake snapped as he yanked the piece of paper from Killian’s hand..I stared at both of them , my heart hammering wildly in my chest. What on earth could be in that paper?? So many thoughts raced through my mind , but the loudest of them all screamed I didn’t do anything.. I had no memory of being with Ryker , not in any intimate way. And a picture? Where did that come from??It made no sense.. If anyone should be questioned , it was Killian.. Yet , I stood here , again , the accused..Mirabel sat in silence too silent. Suspiciously silent. Why did it feel like this whole charade had been orchestrated by her?? How could she be so calm , so smug , unless she already knew what was coming??Jake’s reaction broke through my thoughts. As he stared at the contents of the paper , something in him snapped. He tore the paper to shreds , grabbed me by the arm , and yanked me to my feet
Chapter 50Sharon’s POVAs Killian handed the paper over to Alpha Mendez, a chill swept through my body . My breath hitched , and my knees felt like they could give way. Something about the Alpha’s reaction sent alarm bells ringing in my head..“What??” Alpha Mendez muttered , stunned.All eyes turned to him. Even Luna Zahra immediately rose from her seat , rushing to his side. She glanced at the paper and then at me.Her mouth fell open , and the look she gave me.. it was pure malice. Like a predator finally cornering its prey.What had I done to deserve this level of hatred?? Had I not already endured enough? What more did they want from me? To bleed? To break??Alpha Mendez cleared his throat , his voice slicing through the thick silence. "Have you met with someone called Ryker previously?? If so , speak now or remain silent forever.."“My lord.. I..I don’t know,” I stammered, confused and shaken. “I’ve never met anyone by that name before. I mean , not that I can remember. Somethi
Chapter 49Sharon's POV"Why isn't Jake back yet??" I wondered aloud , alone in the house.He said he needed to speak with Alpha Mendez , but it was taking longer than expected."What on earth could be the problem??" I muttered , pacing anxiously like my life depended on it..Suddenly , I heard the faint sound of the door creaking open.. My heart skipped a beat. Without hesitation , I rushed to the living room , my steps light and quick.As I entered , my eyes darted across the room until they landed on him."Jake!" I cried , running into his arms.He pulled me close , embracing me tightly. We stayed like that for a long , quiet moment. Then , he kissed my forehead and led me gently to the couch."How have you been since the trip??" he asked softly."I’ve been holding out. It wasn’t easy , but I’m gaining my strength back ," I said , holding onto his hands.His expression shifted. A shadow crossed his face."Is everything okay??" I asked, peering into his eyes. He was hiding something
Chapter 48Jake's POV"Jake!" he shouted.. "Why is your name on this list?""What do you mean , why is my name on the list?" I asked , blinking rapidly."I should be asking you that question ," Alpha Mendez said sharply.."So you planned and schemed all of this for what?" Luna Zahra hissed.."Seriously , I have nothing to do with the Blood Moon Pack ," I said , utterly confused. "Please where did you get this list from?" I turned to face Luna Zahra."Are you questioning me?" she asked , voice rising."I’m not ," I said quickly. "I'm just trying to understand the validity of this list. How do we even know it's real?""Oh , so you're saying I brought a fake list? Alpha , do you hear what your so called son is accusing me of??" Luna Zahra said , looking insulted."I'm not insinuating that ," I replied, turning to Alpha Mendez. "It just came out of nowhere , and I know I’m not involved in any of this..""Enough ," Alpha Mendez said , cutting through the tension. "Before we point fingers ,