LOGINNina's POV "Jace, can someone explain to me what the hell that was? Actually, all of you, care to explain?" I growled, ready to murder them all. "Nina, I lost it, okay? We're already dealing with Howard threatening Luna Caroline, and now another psycho? I really lost control!" Jace tried to defend
Ava's POV I hadn't been feeling myself lately. Despite the girls' constant calls trying to get me to join their gathering at Alpha Draven's pack house, I just couldn't go. I made up an excuse about having a terrible headache. The last thing I wanted was to bring down everyone's mood, especially Car
Joseph's POV As the day ended and I left the office, Eleanor's attitude remained serious. Antonio promised to help me, saying he'd try to arrange a meetup with Ava this week. So I headed to George's Restaurant to meet my friends at our favorite place, hoping they could update me on Ava. "Look who
Joseph's POV I'd been on the West Coast for two weeks now, with Beta Jared accompanying me. I had expected to meet Alpha Kenneth in person, considering he was the one who proposed this partnership. Instead, his Beta Owen greeted us. "Alpha Kenneth has many pressing matters in Harbor Bay, especiall
Ava's POV "How are you feeling this week, Ava?" Dr. Marlowe asked. I settled deeper into the plush chair, considering the question. Joseph had been gone for over two weeks now with absolutely zero contact. Not a call, not a text. Nothing. "Better," I admitted, surprising myself with the truth in
Ava's POV I blinked twice, still unable to believe where I was. The plush leather chairs and crystal chandeliers of this VIP room in Vegas's most exclusive casino sparkled around me. "Another drink, Miss Flynn?" A server appeared with champagne on a tray. "She'll have water for now," Kenneth said
"Joseph, he's our father," was all she said. "Sister, that doesn't give him the right to make our lives hell." "Speaking ill of me, dear son?" My father approached with that repulsive, sarcastic tone he always used with us. "Of course, Father," I replied. "Joseph, haven't you gotten over the fac
Ava's POV "You're under stress. Emotional turmoil can trigger latent magical abilities." Odelia rose from her chair abruptly. "You should be careful, Ava. Control is essential. Don't let your emotions overwhelm you." I set my coffee down, studying her face. "Mom, what aren't you telling me? This f
Ava's POV I was anxiously waiting for news from Mom when Caroline's disappearance had everyone in chaos and panic mode. My phone buzzed with a text that made my heart skip. "The child has been found. He's safe." I let out the breath I didn't realize I'd been holding. Thank Moon Goddess. Suddenly
Ava's POV Monday morning, Joseph drove me to the office. Our weekend had been wonderful, apart from his disagreeable father, which had left Joseph tense and preoccupied. Despite that, he'd been incredibly attentive to me, even making me temporarily forget about the mysterious letter I'd received. I







