XimenaโArghโฆโ I whispered softly, touching my head which was spinning. My eyes were half closed and I tried very hard to push back the pain threatening to split my head open.I sat up slowly and looked around, shocked to realize I was in the pack house, I was even more shocked to see myself in a different attire.I clenched the duvet to my chest slightly, shock coursed through my body as I tried to bring back memories of last night to no avail.The door swung open and I raised my head up, I stared at Alpha Alvaro intently, waiting expectantly for an answer.โYou were drunk last night. Donโt you remember?โโWhy didnโt you let Mark take me home? Why did you bring me here?โ Anger was very visible in my voice and he smiled softly.โHe was not around you, I brought you because Gonzalo was about to make you one of his mistresses.โ He replied calmly and I bowed my head, frowning as memories began flashing in my head.โThank you.โ I whispered calmly and he just stared at me, his hands presse
XimenaโDo you think itโs gonna rain today?โ I asked Juan who was sitting a few arms away from me and he looked at the sky for a beat.โI believe so, itโs cloudy.โ He replied and I smiled softly. โSo you know things about weathers? Do you know something about everything?โ I joked and he chuckled.โWell I know a few things about what a kid is supposed to know. My nanny said Iโm supposed to know a lot because my teacher would get fired if she does a bad job.โ He answered and I burst into laughter.โIโm sure your Dad is paying lots of money, you should continue learning and making us proud, have anything in mind you wanna be, apart from an Alpha? You know you can have a career and position together, right?โ I hinted and he nodded.โIโd like to be a doctor.โ He announced and I smiled, feeling genuinely happy but I had questions.โYou know Alphas are forbidden from having some professions right? You being a doctor and Alpha at once is really hard, people might be too scared to come to you
Alpha Alvaro I was in my office going through the files of the pack over the last few months and all I could say was it was terribly messed up. The pack had been in great distress all because of the loopholes I was finding and it got me wondering if I was ever present and what I did with my time. โAlpha, Ximena is here to see you.โ Dhruv announced and my senses heightened as I suddenly became conscious of my looks and clothes. The door opened and she walked inside, her eyes filled with nothing but coldness and I smiled softly, pointing for her to sit. โIโve considered your offer and Iโm willing to accept it.โ My face lit up instantly and she held up her hand. โIโm only doing this for Juan and Iโd appreciate it if you can keep your distance and just let me do what Iโm supposed to do. This isnโt no ticket for you to start acting all friendly with me.โ She pointed and I nodded. โFine by me. Thank you so much for this, Iโm so grateful, how do you want your pay beโฆโ โIโm doing this
XimenaMy heart was racing terribly fast as I walked into the field. The guards were training and absentmindedly, I joined them.I couldnโt stop thinking about Alpha Alvaro. I had a lot to say to Xena but now was neither the time or place. I was offended by how she went on spilling my private life to his wolf but I was sure sheโd taunt me now.โXiโโ She was about to say something when I silenced her. I was in no mood to listen to her talk about becoming a thing with Alpha Alvaro. โXimena, are you alright?โ Mark asked and I nodded. โEverything is great.โ I gritted and he didnโt look convinced.โYou look kinda worried, is anything the problem? Is Alpha Alvaro giving you any problem?โ He asked and my brows furrowed.โNo, why would you think of such a thing? Iโm okay.โโIf heโs giving you any problems, just know Iโm here to help you okay? Iโll assist you in every way I can.โ He offered and I smiled.โThank you. Itโs getting late, I need to head home before it starts pouring.โ I mumbled a
Alpha AlvaroโXimena, are you in heat?โ I asked and she didnโt say a word for a few seconds. โNโฆ No.โ She answered, staring ahead like she was checking the rain.โYou can tell meโฆโโIโm not!โ She snapped through gritted teeth and I smiled. She was definitely in heat and I could tell she was trying her best to hide it but with the weather, it was difficult to conceal such a great need.โItโs okay, itโs a completely normal thingโฆโโIs this why you came here? Because you knew Iโd be in heat very soon and you think youโll have a chance with me? Let me tell you, youโre mistakenโฆโ She was still speaking when I pulled her into my arms swiftly, letting my nostrils get filled with her scent.That was all it took to ignite fire inside of Alejandro and seeing she was in heat, her scent was musky and erotically pleasing but I would never do anything to her.โTrust me, I wonโt do anything to youโฆ not in this state and not now.โ I added and she glanced at me with a frown.โShhh, just stay here and
XimenaโThank you so much for yesterday, Alpha.โ I muttered to the alpha who was watching a few guards train and he grunted a response.I began walking towards the water dispenser, it was scorching and I noticed Mark walking behind me.โAre you following me?โ I asked as I filled a disposable cup with water while he did the same.โNot really, Iโm thirsty.โ He replied and I nodded.โI overheard you telling the Alpha thank you, did anything happen?โ He asked and I frowned, he was trespassing.โYouโre prying into my private life, Mark.โ I replied and his face went soft. โIโm so sorry, I didnโt mean toโ I was just concerned about your safetyโฆโโHeโs my mate, Mark, he canโt hurt me.โ I replied and he exhaled. โYouโre ready to acknowledge him as your mate? After all he did?โ Mark demanded, his voice filled with slight fury.โMy personal life is none of your business, Mark.โ I replied coldly and he backed away a little.โIโm sorry, I donโt mean to piss you off, itโs just that weโre friends an
Ximena Today we decided to visit the training center. It was concluded that we couldnโt continue using the pack house to train since it didnโt have most of the facilities we wanted. I had a small smile on my face as I drove into the training center, it was my first time seeing it and it was damn huge and beautiful. โIt looks nice, it canโt be compared to that of the Shadow pack but itโs okay.โ Mark mumbled beside me and I stared at him with a frown, wondering why he was comparing both packs now. โWhy are you comparing? What matters is that we get a place to train and after training, we conquer the rogues and any other pack that wants to attack us.โ I emphasized and he nodded with a shrug. โBut have you thought about us leaving? I mean weโve been here for over a month now, soon weโll wrap things up and leave.โ He sounded like it was gonna be tomorrow and I felt a jab in my heart, I hadn't thought about leaving and I didnโt want to. โWe'll cross that bridge when we get there, for n
XimenaโLetโs head back to the elevator, whatโs wrong?โ I asked as I put a little distance between us. He wrapped his hand around mine tightly, taking the lead first as he walked towards the elevator cautiously.We tried to open the elevator but it seemed like the whole power supply had been cut off and this came as a huge shock to us because the pack had constant electricity, it was only a major issue that could cause power outage or if someone intentionally cut off the light but this was a far guess because we were the only one in the training center.โCall the beta or anybody.โ I suggested and he nodded, whipping his phone out of his pocket and he frowned heavily when he realized he had a very low battery.โWhereโs your phone?โ He asked. โI left it in the car, I thought I wouldnโt be spending time inside.โ I replied, blushing slightly as I tried not to show any emotions.โIโll send a text to him now and try calling if we canโฆโโIโm trying to mindlink my brothers but itโs not going
AlvaroIt was Ximena's birthday and I jumped out of bed immediately at 7 am. I was extremely excited. From her details I knew today was her birthday and together with her brothers yesterday, we had decided to throw her a surprise birthday dinner party.It was a small party for family and friends. I knew Ximena wasnโt a lover of huge gatherings hence my conclusion to make it small and private.โDhruvโฆ Are you still asleep?โ I mindlinked to Dhruv.โAlphaโฆ Isnโt it too earlyโฆโ Dhruv groaned, it was obvious he was just waking up.โThe earlier the better.โ I replied and he groaned.โXimena isnโt aware Iโm having a sleepless night for her. Iโm sure sheโd be asleep now but Iโm forced to wake up. She isnโt half as excited as you are and itโs not your birthday.โ He complained and I chuckled.โItโs a good thing youโre up. Now come to the pack house, let's start the preparations!โ I replied and cut off the mindlink.I walked down, smiling softly as I hummed songs under my breath. I couldnโt stop
XimenaI was heading to the field and strangely, Xena suggested we pass through the quarters meant for warriors.I was complaining bitterly as to why we had to pass through such a long journey when I overheard a heated voice.โWhat do you want me to do! I told you I needed more timeโฆ Things are differentโฆ You need to be patient and if you canโฆโ He stopped abruptly like he had sensed my presence and he turned around sharply.I was staring at him from the door, a feigned smile on my face. He ended the call immediately, I could see his hands trembling slightly while he tried to force a smile although it seemed difficult.It was hard to tell whether I was overreacting or this was how he was behaving now. โMarkโฆโโOh, itโs good to see you Xenaโฆ I heard about the attack, Iโm so sorry.โ He muttered and I smiled, nodding immediately.โThank you so much. Whatโs up with you? Who were you arguing with?โ I asked, my suspicions greater than my concern.โNothing muchโฆ Just crazy stuffโฆโ He drawled,
Ximena โWatch your steps, you almost tripped.โ A guy mumbled as he placed his hand on my shoulder and I pushed it away immediately.โYeah, thanks.โ I replied coldly as I began walking away. I was heading into the mall and he followed me.โHiโฆ Whatโs wrong? Did I do something wrong? Iโm sorry if I touched you against your wish, I was just concerned.โ He mumbled and I nodded without a word, trying very hard to dismiss him.โIโm sorry, I see youโre not in the mood to speak.โ He muttered and walked away, making me sigh with relief.I was shopping for clothes for mom and I and although we were supposed to come together, she found an excuse to keep herself at home. I knew she was scared of coming outside, since the death of father, she retreated more to herself and hardly went outside and I wished there was a way to drag her out of her shell but everything I tried failed.โIโll have this.โ I muttered as I pointed at a few dresses and the assistant nodded. Shopping w
XimenaI was facing alpha Alvaro in his office with a frown. I looked terrible because my hair was scattered, my eyes were red and I had dark spots underneath.I couldnโt sleep throughout the night because I couldnโt stop thinking about the Rogue king. โXimenaโฆโโI need answers, I want to know why Alpha Gonzalo and the Rogue king are after me. I need to know.โ I replied, staring at him intently and he exhaled.โIโm equally confused. I donโt know what to thinkโฆโโI need a reasonโฆโ My voice softened. โThe Rogue king has been terrorizing packs long before I was born but never for once has there been rumors of him trying to capture any wolf so he could mark her. What is it? Why am I suddenly wanted by multiple powerful men?โ I was in utter confusion and he walked towards me, placing his hands on me.โIโm equally confused, Ximena. Nobody knows what the rogue king is thinking, heโs not telling his followers enough information and all we can do is try to catch him but that is proving to be
XimenaI was returning from the Shadow pack, driving through the empty road when I sniffed a different scent in the air.I had paid grandmother a visit and although I'd have loved to spend a full day with her, I couldnโt. Everything felt different, I knew it was outside of the packs but the air here was always clean, pure and nice but today it seemed polluted in a way.I couldnโt explain but there was a lot, countless things had changed. It bothered me more than it was supposed to.Maybe I was being overly cautious. โXenaโฆ I donโt feel safeโฆโ I whispered softly as I stepped on the pedals, increasing my speed.โLetโs try our best to reach the pack. Seems like something dark is lurking around but donโt stop!โ She replied and I nodded, driving crazily.I was so close to the border when I saw a figure crossing the road. I slammed my legs on the brakes, my car screeching to a halt.The sudden halt made me jerk out of my seat but with the seatbelt holding me down, it was only my hair that
Ximena I couldnโt stop thinking about Alvaro, everything in the house reminded me of him. I decided to take the day off because I felt like a fool.Remembering the words I had said to him, my cheeks heated up, I was about to die of embarrassment on my bed.โWhy the fuck would you say such words to him, Ximena.โ I questioned myself.โBecause youโre in love.โ Xena replied and I rolled my eyes.โOh please, not everything is love. Can you remember the sex I had with Mark, why didnโt you call it love?โ I demanded.โBecause it wasnโt love, it was because of your heat and it wasnโt good enough but Alvaroโฆ Alvaro, girl youโre about to have the fucking best time of your life.โ She exaggerated and I just shook my head slowly.โXimena, stop trying to complicate things. This isnโt love, itโs more like attraction because we are always in compromising situations. I can assure you itโs anything but love.โ I replied and Xena giggled.โItโs more than just attraction. You know it deep down but you pre
Alvaro I couldnโt stop staring at Ximena as she read a book to Juan who was slowly drifting to sleep. He looked happy, his eyes were glowing and for the first time in his life, he felt something so close to maternal love. I was so pleased. This was what a family was like and it fueled my resolve to make Juan experience family. I would stop at nothing until I made Ximena my wife and I knew itโd take nothing to him to start acknowledging her as his mother. I wanted to give him a mother so desperately, he deserved a big family. โGood night son.โ I whispered softly as I placed a small kiss on his head while Ximena closed the book. She placed it on his small table and rose slowly, her face was flushed and I could tell that she was emotional. It was evident that this was her first time reading a book to a kid but she was so perfect at it. Motherhood was a lot but for her, it seemed like she was born to be a mother, to have kids and love them unconditionally. There was a lot of tensi
XimenaI saw her eyes flash with anger, her muscles tensed and she fisted her hand, her nails digging into her palms as she glared daggers at me.Her gaze was fixated on me, hostility visible and despite that she was quiet, her anger had spoken volumes already.โHow dare you!โ She snarled after a prolonged silence and Alpha Alvaro let go of me slowly.โWhat do you want, Emiliano?โ He demanded as he stepped forward, his huge body shielding me away from her deadly glare.โIs this how you want to pay back Marie? Her son is lying on a sick bed, battling for his life and youโre here in the arms of your lowlife mate! What am I saying! All these are adding up! My sister was poisoned and now her son is facing the same thing. I think we all know who the culprit is here but youโve been blinded already! Ever since she came into this pack, she began misleading you!โ Emiliano yelled and I felt Alvaroโs muscle tense for a moment.โEmiliano, watch your words!โ He announced lowly, a warning tone in h
XimenaArriving at the hospital, I was torn between going to search for Juan and leaving. I stayed at the reception and watched as everyone went by their business.I wished I could see Dhruv or any doctor who I could speak with before entering inside. I was trembling with worry and Emilianoโs words echoed in my ears.โOh please, stop pretending. Theyโve visited that restaurant numerous times but the very first time they go with you, Juan gets attacked. Do you want to tell me you have nothing to do with this?โโAre you really going to listen to Emiliano Of all people?โ Xena demanded and I exhaled.โIโm trying not to but thereโs nothing I can do. Since I came to the pack Juan had always been fineโฆ Someone knew we were at the restaurant together and Iโm sure the person is behind this. Someone is trying to make me take the blame for all these. And now I donโt know what the Alpha might be thinkingโฆโโAlpha Alvaro isnโt like that. He wonโt accuse you of something you know nothing about. If