Chapter 2: A Strange Feeling
Anna Pov… . I stood at the edge, taking in my surroundings for the last time before jumping down to meet my family in heaven. I knew they were there, free from the crimes they never committed, victims only of life’s cruel twists and my own miserable existence. But would I join them? Did I deserve such a sacred place? I doubted it. Perhaps hell was where I belonged, for being a constant thorn in the side of those who tried to help. The fall seemed to drag on Forever, and impatience gnawed at me. Why was it taking so long to hit the ocean’s surface? Was death itself rejecting me? Maybe the bridge was just too high; I would have chosen a more gentle descent. My arms spread wide, I surrendered to the void, willing to wait an eternity for the inevitable. Finally, the ocean came into view, its blue a testament to the beauty of the divine. The gentle sway of the waves was a serene lullaby, beckoning me closer. As I drew nearer, a smile crossed my lips, and I felt the water’s caress as the night wind danced across its surface. “Finally,” I whispered, “I’ll join you all.” Longing coursed through my veins. But just as the ocean’s warm embrace seemed closer, a mysterious force yanked me back. Confusion reigned. What was happening? Why wasn’t I sinking? I searched for answers, but there were none. The force pulled me higher, and I found myself back on the bridge. I laughed, scratching my head in bewilderment. “I’ve lost my mind, I have finally lost my mind,” I thought. “Hallucinations, that’s all this is.” I tried again, and a firm grip on my wrist stopped me. I spun around, panic-stricken, to face a stranger—a man in his thirties with chiseled features and a tattoo of “Alpha Damen” on his chest. His eyes locked onto mine, and I felt a jolt. Who was this enigmatic figure? An angel sent to claim my soul or save me from myself? I watched as he brushed the strands of his jet-black hair covering his eyes, and I could swear I released on my pants. “Who are you?” his lips curled out, “Who are you?” I repeated, wondering why that voice and words seemed so familiar. “What are you doing? You want to kill yourself?” he continued, and I could only watch; I couldn’t find any words escaping my lips. “Why? What’s your reason for doing this?” he continued but of course, I still couldn’t respond. “What are you? I was shocked by my own questions; I didn’t expect myself to ask any questions or give a response to his numerous questions. “What am I?” he chuckled revealing his dimples. Yes! I was lost, staring; how could anyone be so handsome? “Yes, what are you?” I found myself throwing at him again, once again without my permission. “I am your fated, Anna Stone,” he replied, his grip around my wrist tightening. I must have given away my intention to break free, because his hold became more secure. Shock rendered me unsteady, and I stumbled. How did he know my name? And what did he mean by “fated”? “How did you know my name?” I asked, my curiosity getting the better of me. “And what do you mean by ‘fated’?” I added, trying to keep my voice steady. “I don’t need to explain that to you, Anna,” he said with a smile, his dimples flashing. I felt my composure slipping again, but I forced myself to focus. “What are you? Some kind of angel?” I asked, trying to regain my footing. He smiled again, but offered no answer, just as I had expected. “Why are you trying to save me?” I pressed on, determined to get some kind of response. “I saved you because I can’t allow you to die, Anna,” he replied, his words only deepening my confusion. What did he mean by that? The more I thought about it, the more confused I became. “You are mine, Anna.” He held my face and drew me closer and before I could understand what was going on, he kissed me. He kissed me before I could even understand what was going on, and as his lips sucked deeper into mine, I felt something I haven’t felt in my entire life. I couldn’t explain the feeling but it was something I didn’t like and while still trying to place what was happening he whispered into my ears “Now I have claimed you forever”. I have claimed you forever? What does he mean?Chapter 56: I am so dead Emma POV..I watched as he zoomed away, unable to shake off the countless questions rising within me. What was he doing here? Why now? And what exactly was his connection to Logan?I couldn’t hold it in. I needed answers—and fast. I had to find Logan and ask him what Louis was doing here. My curiosity was burning, and I needed to feed it before it consumed me.Glancing around, I scanned for Logan. His car was still parked nearby, so he had to be around. I just had to figure out where.I made my way behind the building. He usually went there to cool off and smoke his cigarettes. He should be there. He had to be.“Gosh,” I exhaled, relief washing over me as I spotted him exactly where I’d expected.He noticed me before I could get close. That silly smirk stretched across his face as he raised his cigarette to his lips and blew out smoke through his nostrils. Typical Logan—smoking his life away like he had nothing to lose. Foolish brat.He would be my next targ
Chapter 55: Why are you here?He turned again, but didn’t even make it to the door before it suddenly flew open, revealing someone.“Who co—?” My words died on my lips when my eyes landed on her.Emma?I blinked, almost chuckling in disbelief. Maybe I was seeing things—because there’s no way Emma could be here. What on earth would she be doing in this place?Her eyes widened instantly. She had seen and recognized me. Judging by the shock on her face, she was even more stunned than I was.“Wh—” She tried to speak, but the words caught in her throat. She was too shocked to say anything.Me? I just stood there, frozen, speechless.“It seems you two know each other. Makes sense—if you’re Damien’s beta and his brother, then of course you should,” Logan’s voice cut through the thick silence, snapping the tension in the room.That was when I finally found my voice. “Yes, we do. I should be on my way now,” I said, my tone light, masking my eagerness to escape the awkwardness choking the air.
Chapter 54: Prove Yourself Louis POV….The air was thick with tension, and the darkness swallowed the entire room. It was small—barely enough space to move around.I sat on a long bench, waiting for the boss to arrive. I had heard he never showed up to meetings on time, but I prayed he would make an exception this time.“Alpha Logan.”I’d heard so much about him—deadly things. That alone was proof he was the right man for this job. But the most important reason? He hated Damien with a passion. That hatred was likely the only reason he agreed to honor my invitation.I couldn’t wait to see him—to finally lay eyes on the man I’d only heard whispers about. I had never met him before, and this was the perfect opportunity.I was ready to wait for hours, even the entire day, if that’s what it took.Still deep in thought, the door creaked open. I jumped to my feet, heart racing. Was it him? I realized I wasn’t expecting him so soon.My eyes fixed on the door, my chest tight with anticipa
Chapter 53: I promiseDamien POV….I left her room, my mind spinning with thoughts—none more troubling than the sudden change in her demeanor. One minute, she was excited about the phone, and the next, she went cold.“I hate that I can’t read her thoughts anymore,” I muttered in frustration. “It’s another damn sign that I’m growing weaker.”Now that I’ve lost access to her mind, how do I really know how she feels about me? Was she starting to love me? I doubt it. There’s no sign—nothing at all—to suggest that.But I know what I must do. I’ll keep trying until she finally gives in. I won’t leave her with a choice. I’ll make her fall so hard she won’t be able to breathe without me. That’s a promise.A sly smile crept across my lips as the thoughts settled in my head. All I have to do is play my part, and everything will fall into place.I walked into my room and slammed the door shut behind me. Then I tossed myself on the bed and immediately pulled out my phone, typing into Google: “W
Chapter 52: You bought?I sat on my bed, still drowning in shame. The last thing I ever expected was to be caught—by them—and in such an embarrassing way. The image of me falling flat like a fool replayed in my mind, and I wished the ground would just open up and swallow me whole. I really did.The AC was on, but it wasn’t doing a thing to cool me down. Of course—it never works when I’m anxious. I’ve accepted that as my curse. My mind kept racing. How were the men going to look at me now? The thought alone made my skin crawl. “Oh, you eavesdropper,” I imagined Damien sneering, and my heart nearly exploded from mortification.How am I even supposed to face them now? It’s going to be impossible. I’m sure they mocked me the moment I left. The way they looked at me… God! I should’ve just stayed in my room. But no, I had to let curiosity win, and now I’m paying the price.The worst part? I didn’t even hear anything. Not a single sound came from that room. It was like no one was in there. I
Chapter 51: SillyI didn’t expect it, but as soon as the door swung open, someone tumbled into the room.The thud from the fall was heavy—like a log of wood crashing to the floor. I jumped back, startled, trying to process what had just happened right before my eyes.Regaining a bit of composure, I leaned forward for a closer look at whoever had been eavesdropping on our conversation.“Anna?” I gasped. “Oh no… Did she hear anything?”There was shame in her eyes as she slowly rose from the floor. I watched as she dusted off her gown out of sheer embarrassment. The room was spotless—no dirt on her dress—yet she kept brushing herself off, as if it would hide her awkwardness.“Uhm… I was passing by and…” she mumbled, scratching her hair with her left hand. Her face said it all—shy, embarrassed, and caught red-handed.I wanted to be angry at her for eavesdropping. More than that, I was nervous. What if she really heard everything?But I couldn’t stay mad. Her reaction was so adorably f