Bernard's POV“Come on, have a seat,” I gestured when I realized she wasn't making a move to take the seat. I watched her stare at the dishes displayed on the table and then back at me.“What is the meaning of this?” she asked, and I smiled. “Dinner. I want to have dinner with you,” I said and saw her frown.“I did not come for this, Bernard,” she grumbled. “And what did you come for?” I asked, and she was left speechless.“This is just a harmless dinner, okay?” I urged, and after hesitating for a moment, she moved closer and took the seat.With a relieved smile, I took the seat across from her and noticed her staring at the dishes on the table. “You made this yourself?” she asked, and I nodded. “Liar,” she spoke in disbelief, and I scoffed before saying, “There are so many things you don't know about me, Vicky, a lot of things.” I smirked and saw her frown before she placed an empty plate in front of her.I watched her scan the different dishes on the table before she picked up a spo
Bernard's POV“We are here, my lord,” my driver spoke as he stopped before a gate. “Stay here, I'll be back,” I told him and left the car. I reached the gate and rang the bell while looking through the security cameras, so they could see me properly. Within a minute, the gate opened and I walked in.“Greetings, Lord Bernard,” the men at the gate greeted. “Where is Alpha Linus…" I didn't finish my words when I saw him approaching me with a surprised but frightened look.“Lord Bernard, you are here,” he spoke, surprised, but I rushed up to him and grabbed him by the neck with my left hand.I could hear the loud and disapproving growl from his men, but none attempted to come near me because they knew I wouldn't waste a moment to turn them into ice.“You!” I yelled through gritted teeth, staring at Alpha Linus, who looked frightened. “How dare you go to her and make such demands,” I spat and tightened my grip on his neck, watching him struggle for air.“Do you know I could just kill you r
Victoria’s POVMore tears streamed down my cheeks and fell on the picture frame I was holding in my hand. The picture was of Derick and me, smiling widely at the camera as we both held Aidan in our arms. It was Aidan's naming and crowning ceremony, and it was one of the happiest days of my life.My heart ached, and more tears fell from my eyes as memories played in my head, both good and bad ones. I recalled how I first met Derick when I was just seventeen. I remember going to serve him a drink and how he threw it at my face. I remember when he came back to the pack with Emma and accused me of using charms on him. I recalled his accusations, but then I remembered how we fell in love with each other.Memories of our first time having sex together played in my head, and they all felt like it was just yesterday. Everything seemed as if it was just yesterday.“What are you doing?” Jane spoke, announcing her presence in the room.With deep sniffs, I wiped my face with my hand and dropped t
Bernard's POVI forced a spoonful of food into my mouth while Cora kept hitting her plate with the cutlery, but I chose to ignore it. After our conversation yesterday, I decided to sleep in the guest room and pondered my thoughts. All these years, no matter how hard I tried, I just couldn't love Cora or learn to live with her. Due to my inability to love her, I did something drastic which I knew she suspected, but she didn't have concrete evidence yet.When I realized that I couldn't grow to love her as a mate and wife, no matter how hard I tried, I decided to visit my witch. I asked her to make a concoction that would prevent me from impregnating Cora. I could impregnate other women, but not Cora. She would never bear my child because I knew that if she did, we would be bonded for life, and that's something I wouldn't want.“How wicked of you,” my wolf yelled angrily, but I chose to ignore him and shove another spoonful of food into my mouth. I noticed Cora's angry glare, but I ignor
Victoria's POV“Derick! Please let go of me." I pleaded, but he groaned and tightened his grip on my neck, revealing his fangs. "How could you, how could you do this to me?" He growled, while I shook my head and tried to speak, but I couldn't."You betrayed me Vicky, you betrayed my love for you!" He yelled, and I kept shaking my head as I struggled to form words."My lady, my lady, are you okay?" A maid's voice sounded in my head, forcing my eyes open and making me realize I was dreaming.With panting breath, I sat up in bed and massaged my neck, surprised to still feel the pain on my neck. It felt so real, as if I was actually grabbed by Alpha Derick."Are you okay?" My personal maid, Sonia, asked, and I couldn't respond. Instead, I moved my gaze around the room as the dream replayed in my head."I came to serve your tea, but when I came in, I realized you were gripping your neck and moving uncomfortably on the bed. Are you okay?" She asked with concern etched on her face, and yet I
Victoria’s POVThe moment I stepped into the pack house, everyone stood on their feet, including Tony, not like he had a choice.I could see the curiosity and expectations in their eyes. They all wanted to see what I would do and say, which made me nervous, but I buckled up and majestically walked to my seat, which looked like a throne.“You can do this,” my wolf encouraged, and that was just what I needed.“You may all please take your seats,” I gestured, and saw them bow before taking their seats.The hall was silent for a moment until I gestured for the guards to bring the accused, and after a few moments, she was being walked in by two guards.As she entered the hall, my gaze locked onto her, searching for any signs of guilt or innocence. She appeared young, likely in her early twenties, and fear and anxiety were evident in her eyes.As the girl stood before me, I could see fear and pain in her eyes. I felt pity for her, but I have to make sure I don’t let my feelings get involved
Bernard’s POV"Bernard!" I heard Victoria's voice in my head through our mind link. Hearing her voice brought a big smile to my face, and right then and there, I realized how much I had missed her."I assume you've seen my present?" I asked with a smirk."What was the meaning of that?" She asked, and by the sound of her voice, it was obvious she wasn't happy with my gift, which confused me because I knew Victoria loved teddy bears."Answer me, Bernard. What was the meaning of such a gift?" She asked angrily. "And you even sent a note. What if someone might have read it? What do you think that will tell of me?" She yelled angrily in my head, causing me to frown. "What do you think my people will think of me when the news starts spreading around?" She asked."Victoria…," I tried to speak, but she cut me off."No, Bernard, let me finish," she yelled, causing me to sigh heavily and relax in my seat. "I know I agreed to do this, but I didn't agree to be intimate with you. For goddess's sak
Victoria’s POV"You should get some rest," Clinton pleaded, but I shook my head and continued going through the documents in my hand. "It's past 7 pm, and you've been working all day. Don't you think you should at least take a break, perhaps eat something?" He pleaded, but his words fell on deaf ears as I continued with the unfinished business of Derick. There was so much work to do, and resting even for a moment felt like something might go wrong.I was still working when I heard a voice I wish not to hear in my head. "Victoria!" He called, causing me to frown and drop my pen. "I'm back, and I want to see you." He said, causing me to flare up. "I thought you were in London and wouldn't be back until the weekend." I grumbled and heard him let out a heavy sigh. "I miss you and just want to see you." This time his words seemed like a plea and not a command."Well, I'm really busy…" I tried refusing, but he cut me off. "I will be waiting for you." He said and ended the mind link before I