LOGINElara's POV I panicked immediately, jerking my hand away from Draven's and scrambling to wipe my face. There was already a lot of drama going on at the office because of me, I didn't want to further complicate things, but I guess all that worry faded away the moment I saw who walked in. "Whew," I breathed a sigh of relief. I thought it was one of the office staffs and that was why I pulled my hands away, but it was just Kael.Kael stood in the doorway, one eyebrow raised, his blue eyes sweeping over the scene before him. His lips twitched with what looked like amusement as he took in the sight of both of us sitting on the bathroom floor."Can I join in?" he asked, his tone dry."No," I blurted out, pushing myself to my feet. "Absolutely not. Get up, Draven. We were just leaving."Draven rose slowly, brushing off his pants, completely unbothered by his brother's arrival.Kael stepped further into the restroom, his hands in his pockets. "I was worried about you," he said, his gaze lo
Elara's POV "Stay with you?" I repeated, my voice wavering slightly.The idea was both terrifying and tempting. Being around them constantly, in their space, where I'd be surrounded by their scent and their presence was something I would very much love. Staying with Clara meant putting her in danger. Rowan had already shown up at her doorstep once, banging on the door like a lunatic. What if he came back? What if there was no security around to stop him?What if he hurt Clara because of me?The thought made my stomach churn with guilt and fear."I don't want to be a burden," I said quietly."You're not a burden," Draven said firmly. "You're our mate. Taking care of you isn't a burden. It's our responsibility. Our privilege.""it's not something that should be debated," Kael added, "Rowan won't be able to get anywhere near you without us knowing. You'll be safe."I thought about it for a moment longer, weighing my options. Staying with Clara meant constantly looking over my shoulder,
Kael's POVI pressed down harder on the accelerator, weaving through traffic like the world depended on it. My jaw was tight, my knuckles white against the steering wheel."Slow down before you kill us," Draven muttered beside me, but his voice lacked its usual bite. He was staring out the window, his jaw clenched just as tight as mine."We need to get there now," I said through gritted teeth."We will. But not if we crash on the way."I wanted to argue, but he was right. I forced myself to ease up, just slightly, even though every instinct in me screamed to go faster."Fuck, fuck, fuck, fuck," I muttered. "How could this happen?"Draven didn't respond. He just kept staring ahead, his fingers drumming against his thigh.By the time we pulled up to the company, my heart was pounding. Smoke poured from the upper floors, thick and dark, billowing into the sky. People were streaming out of the building, coughing and stumbling."Fuck," Draven breathed.We were out of the car before it even
Kael's POVI pressed down harder on the accelerator, weaving through traffic like the world depended on it. My jaw was tight, my knuckles white against the steering wheel."Slow down before you kill us," Draven muttered beside me, but his voice lacked its usual bite. He was staring out the window, his jaw clenched just as tight as mine."We need to get there now," I said through gritted teeth."We will. But not if we crash on the way."I wanted to argue, but he was right. I forced myself to ease up, just slightly, even though every instinct in me screamed to go faster."Fuck, fuck, fuck, fuck," I muttered. "How could this happen?"Draven didn't respond. He just kept staring ahead, his fingers drumming against his thigh.By the time we pulled up to the company, my heart was pounding. Smoke poured from the upper floors, thick and dark, billowing into the sky. People were streaming out of the building, coughing and stumbling."Fuck," Draven breathed.We were out of the car before it even
Elara's POV “You won't even let me work with my father?” I asked in despair and Rowan scoffed. “You want me to stay here and suffer like your slave?”“I know what you want to do, Elara. And I won't allow it. My words are final. You will stay home and not leave until I allow you to.” He growled and I pulled at my hair in frustration.“What do you want from me, Rowan?” I asked in despair. “I've given you everything you've ever asked for. But you won't even let me live my life in peace? What have I done to you? Was it a crime to love you?” “I don't give a damn about your sentimental acts, Elara!” He yelled and I flinched in shock. “I'm your husband. I won't let you go out there to fuck other men when I didn't give you permission to.” He growled and I scoffed in disbelief.“So this is what it's about. Me fucking other men. You think I'm as promiscuous as you are? You think I'd throw myself at anyone just because you do the same?” I yelled back and he suddenly grabbed my chin harshly as
Kael's POV She chuckled, though the sound was weak."Why are you laughing?" I asked, a smile tugging at my lips despite the worry churning in my chest."I'm so happy to see you again." Her voice was soft, but the warmth in her eyes made my heart clench.I moved closer, sitting on the edge of the bed. "Draven's in the bathroom," she said.I reached out, cupping her face gently, careful not to touch any of the bandages. "I missed you so much, baby," I said, my voice low. "I thought I'd lost you.""You didn't." She leaned into my touch, her eyes closing for a moment. "You never will."I kissed her then, soft and slow, pouring every ounce of fear, relief, and love into it. Her lips were warm, and when she sighed against me, something inside me settled."Don't ever do that again," I muttered against her mouth. "Don't leave like that. Not without us.""I didn't leave," she whispered. "I was taken.""You shouldn't go to Rowan alone. I'm sorry we didn't tell you what happened, but this is w
Draven's POV I returned empty-handed, looking quite frustrated. My car had vanished without a trace—no signs of struggle, no broken glass, nothing. Just gone. Someone was deliberately screwing with us. I broke through the trees, already calling out to her. "Elara, I couldn't find—" I froze. S
Chapter73DravenI pushed open the door, the cool night air hitting me like a slap as I rushed out into the darkness. Kael was right behind me, his eyes scanning the shadows with a fierce intensity. But there was no one. No sign of Elara, no sign of the man. It was like they'd vanished into thin ai
Chapter73DravenI pushed open the door, the cool night air hitting me like a slap as I rushed out into the darkness. Kael was right behind me, his eyes scanning the shadows with a fierce intensity. But there was no one. No sign of Elara, no sign of the man. It was like they'd vanished into thin ai
Chapter72KaelI rushed towards the man, my vision blurring with rage. I fought hard, landing blow after blow, but he was relentless. He hit back, his punches landing with precision, and I felt my strength waning. I stumbled, my legs giving out beneath me, and hit the ground hard.As I struggled to







