Chapter Seventeen Kendall’s POVSitting on the edge of my bed, I replayed the events of my recent escapade into the woods in my mind, feeling a pang of regret at my lack of control. My wolf had emerged with a ferocity that frightened me, a stark reminder of the darkness lurking within me.But dwelling on past mistakes wouldn’t help me now. I needed to focus on finding a way out of this hellish situation, and I knew that meant finding something I could use against Declan. And what better place to search for incriminating evidence than his own room?With a sense of determination coursing through me, I rose from the bed and made my way to Declan’s room, my footsteps silent as I crept through the empty hallway. The door to his room loomed before me like a gateway to the unknown, and I hesitated for just a moment before pushing it openHeart pounding with nervous anticipation, I slipped into Declan’s room, the door creaking softly as I closed it behind me. The room was bathed in a dim lig
Chapter EighteenKendall’s POVThe next day dawned with a renewed sense of determination burning in me. I was done playing the victim in Declan’s game, done allowing him to dictate the course of my life. It was time for me to take matters into my own hands and uncover the truth behind his family’s tragic past.As I sat at my desk in the room, I closed my eyes and focused all my energy on recalling the events of that fateful night so many years ago. The memories were hazy, like fragments of a shattered mirror, but I tried harder, straining my mind.With each passing moment, the pieces randomly fell into place like every time I tried to recall, the memories forming into a cloudy narrative that only sent shivers down my spine. I remembered the flames licking at the sky, the acrid scent of smoke filling the air, the screams of anguish echoing through the night.The thought that Declan’s parents had perished in that inferno, their lives snuffed out in the blink of an eye did not settle wel
Chapter NineteenDeclan’s POVI woke with a jump, my heart pounding in my chest as sweat soaked my sheets. Another nightmare, another sleepless night. The memories of that fateful night of the fire accident haunted me relentlessly, refusing to let me find peace even in my dreams.Pushing myself out of bed, I paced the length of my room, the weight of the memories heavy in my mind. My eyes fell upon the shattered photo lying on the floor, and a surge of anger welled up inside me. How dare Kendall intrude upon my space like this?Cursing under my breath, I bent down to pick up the broken pieces, careful to avoid the jagged edges that could cut me. As I did, I felt a sharp sting in my toe, and I winced in pain. Irritated, I tossed the broken photo aside, my frustration mounting quickly.Kendall. The mere thought of her filled me with a rage that threatened to explode out of me. She was the reason my parents were dead, the reason I had been robbed of a normal childhood. And yet, fate had
Chapter TwentyKendall’s POVAs the realization settled in that Declan would never love me, no matter how hard I tried, a sense of desperation washed over me. I couldn’t continue living in this endless cycle of rejection and humiliation. I needed to take matters into my own hands.With Declan away at a meeting in another pack, I saw an opportunity to enact my plan. I knew that he desired an heir, someone to carry on his legacy. Perhaps, if I could give him that, he would finally see me in a different light.I made my way to his bedroom, my heart pounding with nervous anticipation. The room felt suffocating, but I pushed aside my doubts, determined to see my plan through.As I waited for his return, I busied myself with preparations, arranging the room in an attempt to create a romantic atmosphere. I wanted tonight to be special, a moment that would change everything between us.As I waited in the room, my heart raced with nervous anticipation. I knew what I was about to do was risky,
Chapter Twenty-oneKendall’s POVAs Olivia entered the room, her trembling form caught my attention immediately. Without a moment’s hesitation, I rushed over to her. “Olivia, what happened? Are you okay?” I asked, my voice filled with worry, even though I hated the sight of her.But before she could respond, Declan appeared in the doorway, his presence commanding attention. “Olivia,” he called out, his voice soft yet authoritative.Olivia’s eyes lit up at the sound of his voice, and she hurried over to him, collapsing into his arms. I watched in silence as Declan wrapped his arms around Olivia, comforting her with his embrace.The sight of them together, so intimate and familiar, filled me with a strange mix of emotions. Jealousy, anger, and confusion swirled within me, threatening to overwhelm my senses.Declan lifted Olivia effortlessly, cradling her in his arms as he carried her out of the room. I couldn’t tear my gaze away from them, the ache in my chest growing with each step the
Chapter Twenty-twoKendall’s POVI woke up the next morning with a heavy heart, the events of the previous night weighing on my mind like a crushing weight. Declan’s betrayal stung like a fresh wound, but despite the pain, I couldn’t bring myself to give up on him just yet. I refused to let Olivia come between us, no matter what it took.Determined to confront Olivia about her presence in the house, I marched towards the room Declan had now put her, my anger simmering just beneath the surface.As I reached her door, I took a deep breath to steady my nerves before knocking loudly. The door swung open, and Olivia stood before me, a look of smug satisfaction on her face. “What do you want?” she sneered.Ignoring her hostility, I squared my shoulders and met her gaze. “I want to know why you’re here,” I demanded, my voice steady despite the anger boiling within me. “And I want to know what your intentions are with Declan.”Olivia’s lips curled into a mocking smile, and she crossed her ar
Chapter Twenty-threeKendall’s POVAs I sat at the desk, trying to focus on the papers Declan had assigned to me, a dull pain suddenly shot through my abdomen, causing me to cry out in agony.Tears streamed down my cheeks as the pain intensified, leaving me feeling dizzy and disoriented. Something was terribly wrong, but I couldn’t figure out what.I felt utterly defeated as I sat at the desk, staring blankly at the papers before me. No matter how hard I worked, no matter how much effort I put in, it seemed like everything was destined to fall apart.Olivia’s presence loomed over me like a dark cloud. I tried to push aside the hurt and frustration, to focus on the paperwork, but the pain in my chest only grew stronger with each passing moment.It started as a dull ache, but soon it became a sharp, stabbing sensation that made it hard to breathe. I clutched at my chest, gasping for air as tears streamed down my cheeks.I reached out to Declan through the mindlink, desperate for his hel
Chapter Twenty-fourCaden’s POV As Kendall passed out in my arms, fear had gripped me. I’d held her close, feeling her heartbeat erratic beneath my touch. Panic threatened to consume me as I struggled to remain calm and focused.I had tried to reach Declan through our mindlink, but there was only silence on the other end. His walls were up, impenetrable, leaving me feeling helpless and frustrated.Carrying Kendall to the hospital as quickly as I could, my heart pounded with worry every step of the way. When the doctor finally checked her condition, my fears were confirmed. Kendall was under extreme stress, and her body was on the verge of shutting down.As the doctor tended to her, I stepped outside the room, feeling a surge of anger and frustration coursing through me. How could Declan be so careless? How could he let Kendall reach this point of exhaustion and despair?I clenched my fists, cursing under my breath as I tried to make sense of it all. It didn’t take long for me to real