LOGINMy own anger was simmering beneath the surface. “I want to reclaim what is mine and to rebuild my mother’s legacy.”His features automatically softened. His proud smile returned. “I wouldn’t have expected anything less. If anyone can do it, it’s you. But that’s not the only reason you called for thi
Evelyn’s POVThere was more that needed to be said to Kane. However, the time had come for my meeting with the king, and I wasn’t going to postpone it for yet a second time.My sleep the night before was once again broken and dissatisfying. I made sure to head to the bedroom to take a quick shower a
Evelyn’s POVThis wasn’t how I initially intended for this conversation to go. Not really.I was hoping that Kane and I could be civil while I tried to explain my reasoning for needing to leave the pack. It wasn’t going to be an easy conversation, but it needed to happen.More so, I really hoped tha
He scratched the back of his neck, lowering his eyes to the desk. “No, not sick. I haven’t been sleeping well lately.”I gave him a pointed look. Well, that makes two of us then, I thought.Olivia rounded the desk and smiled. “Well, don’t worry. I’ll make sure that you’re taken care of,” she hummed.
Evelyn’s POVThe days that followed my encounter with Kane were more painful than I was anticipating. Both mentally and physically.After I had spoken to Kane regarding the strange activity in the restricted section of the medical ward, he and I had gone back to not speaking to each other.It was as
“Geez,” he commented. “Well, is it safe to assume that Evelyn is aware of this?”“Yes, she knows. However, she’s not aware of how hard the king has been pushing back lately. Of course, why on earth would she? She chooses to be locked up in her lab all damn day. I haven’t had a real chance to talk to
Evelyn’s POVAfter weeks and weeks of commotion, it seems like things have finally managed to calm down.Kane and I haven’t worked out together for a few days, as if there is an unspoken agreement between us to keep our distance. Instead, I’ve been doing some exercises on my own and going on runs in
“We can try tomorrow or the day after,” Kane says tightly. His movements then only become more annoyed as he slams certain weights or tosses things vaguely where needed. As I register the tension in his shoulders, I can’t help but feel he seems oddly pent up.“You’re being ridiculous,” I tell him, c
Kane’s words seem to please the pack members and they nod at their Alpha with their own gratitude and pride. I even find a hint of a smile on my lips, which surprises me. Still, I do admire Kane’s ease despite Alexander’s words.“Speaking of the rogues,” Kane continues. “Garrick has been setting up
Evelyn’s POV“I’ll get her cleaned up.”I glance over and see Diana quickly walking up, her arm sliding around me.“Mind if I steal her away, Alpha?” Diana asks Kane. “I’ll help with the stain and then get her right back to you.”Kane seems slightly tense as he registers Diana’s words but he then no







