I made my way through the hallways of the pack house later that day, I spotted Rachel stepping out of a room. A warm smile spread across my face, and I quickened my pace to catch up with my friend."Rachel, there you are!" I called out, my voice filled with excitement. "I've been meaning to talk to you."Rachel turned, her eyes lighting up at the sight of me. "Meghan, what a pleasant surprise! What's on your mind?"We found a quiet corner near a large window overlooking the lush grounds of the pack house. Sunlight streamed through the glass, casting a soft glow over the space. The walls were adorned with paintings depicting scenes from the pack's history, evoking a sense of pride and tradition.Taking a deep breath, I hesitated for a moment before gathering my thoughts. "Rachel, last night something incredible happened," I began, my voice tinged with a mix of joy and uncertainty. "Lin proposed to me."Rachel's eyes widened in delight. "Oh, Meghan! That's wonderful news! Congratulation
Nestled against Lin's chest, I experienced a whirlwind of emotions. I understood his protectiveness stemmed from his deep love and devotion to me. Resting my head against his shoulder, I found solace in his embrace, grateful for his unwavering presence.That said, his action had caused a lull in their discussion, and as the cause of the disruption, I thought it only normal that I pushed it along hence I nudged Lin gently with my elbow."Come on, do not be like that, Leon was only being playful. You of all people should know how he is," I said. "He just couldn't help himself when he saw me. After all, it is not everyday you get to see someone both as good looking and forgiving as me.""I would say have a cadre of girlfriends who are just as good," Leon said, affecting a thinking pose."Are you saying my mate is average?" Lin demanded with a barely withheld smile."No, of course not," Leon replied. "I simply have good tastes in women."Snorting, Lin buried his nose into my hair."You gu
How did he find out where the kids went to school? Anger and concern collided within me as I realized the extent of Zack's intrusion into our lives."No, I didn't send anyone," I replied, my voice quivering with a mixture of fear and determination. "Please, keep my children safe. I'm on my way."Without a second thought, I dashed out of the house and into my car. The engine roared to life as I sped towards the school, my mind a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions.I couldn't comprehend Zack's audacity and the lengths he was willing to go to disrupt our lives.As I arrived at the school, a commotion near the entrance caught my attention. Worried parents huddled together, exchanging anxious glances. Approaching the gathering, I heard Zack's voice, booming and aggressive, directed at the teacher who stood her ground but was visibly shaken."What do you mean I can't take my own kids?" Zack's voice reverberated, anger dripping from his words. "They're my flesh and blood woman!"My heart pou
The car ride home was filled with an uneasy silence, punctuated only by the sound of tires rolling on the pavement. I stole glances at Lin, his hands gripping the steering wheel so tightly that his knuckles turned white. His anger and frustration were palpable, adding to my own anxiety."I.. I am sorry, Lin," I finally broke the silence, my voice barely above a whisper. "I did not anticipate Zack's presence at the school. Okay, I did, but I was.. I was not thinking clearly. I really didn't mean to cause all of this chaos."Lin remained silent for a moment, his gaze fixed on the road ahead. Finally, he spoke, his voice tinged with frustration. "Meghan, I finally managed to banish Donna from the pack. We were making progress, and now this confrontation with Zack threatens to undo everything."Lin's grip on the steering wheel tightened, his jaw clenched. "Meghan, it's not just about Zack showing up. It's about the danger he poses to our family. I can't bear the thought of you and the kid
The next morning brought with it a topic I thought we had dropped the night before. Not going to lie, my heart sank as when I realized Lin had no intention of dropping his unexpected decision to homeschool our children. It felt like the ground beneath my feet was slipping away, and a wave of worry washed over me. However, I knew that arguing with Lin at that moment would only lead to more tension between us.Resigned to the idea, I nodded slowly. "Alright, Lin. If you believe it's best for their safety, then I will trust your judgment," I said, my voice tinged with a mix of acceptance and concern. I mean, I got the idea, the whole reason why. But Emily and Ethan needed friends, did they not? Having an alpha for a father already made making friends kind of tough, and they would be homeschooled too? What? Would they be outcasts now?Nevertheless, I understood the security concerns so the only thing I could rationally do was shut up and accept it, and if by some weird working of fate it
As I walked in through the front door after I got home that day, my heart buoyed significantly by the encounter in the town square. The familiar surroundings of our home greeted me, and my eyes were drawn to the study, the door slightly ajar. A flicker of hope ignited within me.With determination in my steps, I made my way towards the study, the sound of my footsteps resonating through the quiet house. As I approached, I caught a glimpse of Lin's silhouette through the partially open door. He was engaged in a conversation with Leon.Leon looked up, his eyes meeting mine, and he offered a comforting smile. "Excuse me, Lin," he said, standing up and giving a nod of acknowledgment. "I'll leave you two to talk.""Lin," I began, my voice tinged with a hint of sarcasm, "I had the most delightful encounter with Zack today. He looked absolutely stunning, with bruises decorating his face like a work of art. I couldn't help but wonder if you had a hand in his new makeover."Lin raised an eyebr
A week had passed, and the anticipation for our mating ceremony continued to build. The preparations were in full swing, and I couldn't help but feel nervous about the whole affair. But I took comfort in the fact that Lin seemed to have everything under control. He had arranged for guards to secure the borders of our territory, ensuring our safety from potential rogues. My heart raced as our wedding day approached, a whirlwind of nerves and excitement coursing through me. Weeks of planning and anticipation were finally coming to fruition. The thought of marrying Lin, the love of my life, filled me with a profound sense of joy and fulfillment. It was kind of a kill joy that my mother refused to come and see the wedding. She knew who Lin was - she'd seen him and approved - but she refused to come for our mating ceremony.As the sun bathed the morning of our wedding in a warm glow, a hint of unease lingered in the back of my mind. Two days earlier, I had received a mysterious message
Hours has gone by still no sign of my kids. I was sad, broken and going out of my mind. Lin and his men had return also without a trace of their way about. It was as though Emily and Ethan had disappeared into thin air.I sat by the cushion thinking about everything that had happened up until now. Zack's rejection. My kids getting kidnapped causing my expression to turned solemn as I recounted the mix-up at the hospital, where I had gone for artificial insemination with Zack's sperm."There was a mistake," I explained, my voice tinged with a sadness that I thought I was already over. Lin simply looked at me, his sadness evident as well but I needed to get things off my chest so I kept talking."They used someone else's sperm instead of Zack's. When he found out, he wanted me to terminate the pregnancy. But I couldn't do that. Those children were a part of me, not to mention that I do not really like the thought of abortion. My doctor then advised me to take an ultrasound scan and whe