Ethan's POV It's been two weeks. Two fucking weeks since I last saw Esme in the garden and it feels like a part of me has gone away. I haven't been able to concentrate fully on anything as the thoughts of her keep flashing into my mind, especially memories from the night we shared together. Ren has been restless within me since the time she ran off from the garden, he claims that Esme's wolf, Solar won't speak with him because I hurt Esme. I've done various activities, running, hunting but nothing seems to be able to calm him down. He seems to have lost his zeal for everything and just wants us to go see Esme and apologize. But I can't, I'm not in the wrong here so why should I apologise? Ren is the cause of all of this in the first place, this is why I hardly let him take control. He always tends to make decisions without thinking about the consequences in the long run. He knows my stand when it comes to carnal relationships, especially with females but he still went ahead to sedu
Esme's POV 'It was indeed a marvelous thing, the girl who he had despised, Scartia managed to melt the icy heart of the prince. Their love was able to make it through the test of time and they lived happily ever after……' I closed the book forcefully and tossed it to the side. It feels like I'm being mocked right now. The book I had just read, Fate's Design was certainly one of a kind. It felt like a practical joke. The story of an ordinary but mistreated girl, Scartia and an ice hearted prince with a dark past. It was very similar to my situation with Ethan, only that our story seems to be a lot more complicated with no solution in sight. We're certainly going to have a much more different ending than the book. The words 'happily ever after' have become one that haunts me because I'm certain I'll never experience it. I've spent two weeks away from Ethan and it's been agonizing, especially since he's the only thing on my mind. I would never have guessed that staying away from him w
Esme's POV Life has been wonderful thus far. Ethan and I have finally settled our differences and we've become closer than ever. He even shares his plans with me and asks for advice about certain things before making a decision. It's really nice to be relied on. My sex life has also been amazing. I'm having to compensate for his years of celibacy because we have sex often and usually more than once at a time, his stamina is off the charts. But I can't complain though because I enjoy every bit of it, he always puts my satisfaction above everything else and I could have never asked for a better mate. When life is rosy, we often lose track of time. Looking at the calendar right now, I almost can't believe the one year period is almost up. I have less than a week before the stipulated time of our bet expires and though I'm confident that Ethan feels the same way as me, I still have my doubts. I believe that life becomes a little bit easier if we always remind the people we care about
Esme's POV The moment of truth is finally here. I had a nightmare last night and I've been having a bad feeling all morning. My stomach is twisting in knots as I walk into the throne room. Ethan's seated on his throne, going through some documents. He raises his head as soon as he hears my footsteps. "Esme, is there a problem?" He asked, noticing the worried look on my face. Where do I even begin? Why is he acting like everything is fine? Like today won't determine the rest of my life? "You know why I'm here, Ethan. What is your decision?" I asked directly, choosing to hit the nail on the head. My anxiety only increases by the minute. "My decision? About what? What are you referring to?" "Today marks my one year period with you and this brings our bet to an end so what is the outcome? Did I succeed in winning your heart? Have you fallen in love with me or have I failed completely?" I asked and he looked away, seemingly agitated. I had never seen him with such an expression. He'
Ethan's POV Alexei kept rambling on about Alpha Cullin's proposal but I found myself continuously distracted. "Excuse me, Alpha but are you even listening?" He questioned and I finally turned my attention over to him. "We should discuss this later, I'm not in the right state of mind to talk about this right now." I answered and he nodded, taking a bow. "As you wish, Alpha." He responded and just then, the doors to the room threw open and Rachel stormed in. "Ethan, I'm sorry to interrupt your meeting but we have to talk right now." She said in a stern voice. She had never done this before. She always called me Alpha in the presence of everyone else but only called me by my name in private and she had never once raised her voice to me but rather than get angry about this, I felt nervous. Probably because I know exactly what this is about. The others in the room stared at her wide eyed but I gave the order and all of them left immediately, leaving Rachel and I alone in the room.
Esme's POV We've been on the road for a while and I'm starting to feel tired. I can't help but feel strange, like something bad is about to happen. Is it because I'm leaving? Or is this normal with pregnancy? "How far have we gone?" I asked the head warrior. "We've just crossed the border so we're completely out of Moon Blood territory. Where would you like to go?" He asked back. "What are my options? Which Packs are close by and friendly?" "There's only three Packs that are close and they're the Lamia Pack, Ash River Pack and Lock Heart Pack. They're all small Packs with no issues." He stated. "In your opinion, which would be better to live in?" I questioned. "You want my opinion?" He asked, surprised. "Yes, you live in the Moon Blood Pack and they're your neighbors so I thought you'd know them well. I'm sorry if I'm bothering you by asking." I quickly apologized. "No, not at all. I'm just not used to people asking me about my opinion. I think the Lamia Pack would be best. Th
Esme's POV "You're not lying, are you? This isn't a prank, right? It isn't a dream?" I asked, tears gathering in my eyes. "It's not, it's all real. I'll say it as many times as you want me to. I love you Esme and I never want to let you go." He said, his voice displaying his sincerity. "But why so suddenly? Why are you realizing this only now? Did you have to put me through all this first? Did I have to face death one more time before you finally accepted it?" I asked, tears rolling down my cheeks. "I'm so sorry, Esme. I'm really an idiot, I didn't realize sooner because I chose to turn a blind eye to it. I thought letting myself love and expressing that love would be a weakness but now I know better. You're my greatest strength and I'll do anything to keep you by my side. I never wanted to hurt you or put you in harm's way, I was just so scared." He said. "Scared of what? That I would betray you? That I would sell all your secrets to your enemies? Do you really think so little o
Esme's POV "Esme." I heard him call my name and take my hand in his so I opened my eyes. "Is what you're saying true?" He asked and I nodded. I mean who would even joke about something like that? He took a deep breath and in a split second, pulled me towards him and carried me in his arms bridal style, spinning me around. "Ethan, please stop. I'm starting to feel dizzy." I pleaded as I began to feel dizzy and nauseated. He stopped and put me down, gently helping me sit on the bed while I tried to recover. "I'm sorry I overreacted, I'm just so happy to hear the news." He apologized and I looked at him in surprise. "Really? You're not mad?" I asked, bewildered. "What would make you even think that? Of course I'm not angry." He corrected me. "Well, you've never really talked about having children and things are still a little strained between us so I was afraid….." I tried to explain but he stopped me by placing a hand over my mouth. "Listen to me Esme, you've just given me th