~Amanda~
Gabriel lost balance and stumbled back as a result of the unexpected forceful push but he didn't fall because of his good stamina.Before I could wrap my head around what was going on, Andrew pounced on Gabriel out of the blues and punched him on the jaw so hard that I heard a crack.โYou better stay away from her,jerk!There is no way I'm going to allow you to make a fool of her again!โAndrew said through gritted teeth.He was holding Gabriel by the collar so tightly that it made him choke,pinning him on the car.He was about to punch the confused Gabriel on the jaw again but I stepped in and held his fist,tears streaming down my cheeks.I couldn't stand the sight of Andrew throwing a fist on Gabriel's jaw again because it was tormenting.โPlease stop it Andrew,โI said in almost a whisper but loud enough for him to hear and understand that I didn't want the fight to go on.I kno~Amanda~Hours passed by pretty fast,it was already in the evening.I arranged the files that were laying on the table in order,put on my jacket, picked my handbag then headed out.I stopped outside Andrew's office. I took a deep breath before knocking on the door.Andrew granted me permission to enter and I carefully opened the door and I walked in.โAre you done?โI asked,my lips curving into a small smile.โCan you give me five more minutes?โHe asked and I nodded,โI will head over to the coffee shop and wait for you.โHe nodded then got back on the files.I grabbed my phone and sent a message to Gabriel, informing him that I will be a little bit late.I dropped the cellphone in my handbag and headed over to the coffee shop.I placed the order for two then waited patiently.The surroundings inside the coffee shop were calm,sweet music was playing in the background but I didn't pay that muc
ANDREWโDid we lose a potential investor or something?''Amanda asked and I could feel worry in her voice.โRelax, it's really nothing.โI chuckled and I saw her relax instantly, heaving a deep sigh.I didn't like it whenever she was worried.I swallowed the lump in my throat, keeping the words that I wanted to tell her to myself.โI'm so happy that Ariana will be able to have a complete family.โMy lips curved into a smile.I know this was a losing battle because Gabriel is Ariana's biological father.Even though it hurt so much to learn the truth,I couldn't help it but accept because there was nothing I could do to change it.All I have ever wanted is for Amanda and her daughter to be happy.That is why I was trying to protect him from Gabriel this morning in the basement.โThank you so much for understanding, Andrew.Thank you for being so supportive, caring and protective.I really appreciate every single thing that you have done for me and my daughter.โAmanda's lips curved into a smile a
~Amanda~Gabriel turned the music on and lowered the window on my side slightly.He turned his head to look at me momentarily and I flashed him a smile.โYou look happy,โHe complimented, then turned his focus to the road.โHow did things go with Andrew?โHe asked and the smile on my lips only broadened.โNot bad,โI shrugged nonchalantly, recalling our conversation.At first,things were hard but thanks to the heavens we managed to talk things out and Andrew was so easy to understand.โThat smile on your face explains everything.โGabriel said, looking at me through the rearview mirror.โAndrew is a family friend,my mother and Ariana love him and he loves them too.I didn't want to come to a point where I have to choose between my family and my love.โI paused then heaved a deep sigh.โMy familyโ I was referring to Andrew. He is a part of it.He is like a brother I never had.We have been through thick and thin together and it would hurt if I had to choose because both Gabriel and Andrew are a
~Amanda~I took a sharp breath when I heard his obvious question.He looked at me through the mirror and we locked eyes.I could see lust in those stormy grey eyes and there was no doubt that he was enjoying it.Even though he didn't want to admit it out loud,I know he liked whenever I put on seductive lingerie and nightdress just for him.I know he fucking liked it!โI don't know what you're talking about.โI put on an innocent face and he grunted.โDon't you dare deny it!โHe said,his voice so deep.Gsbriel brushed his nose behind my ear for a while.โI know you put on this nightdress to seduce me.โHe insisted and I was quiet.He moved more close, bumping our bodies then buried his face in my neck, inhaling my scent so deeply.I subconsciously twisted my head to the side to give him full access to my neck to do whatever he wanted.My eyes shut involuntary and I could feel my heartbeat increase rapidly.โIt seems like someone's missed me doing this,โHe chuc
~Amanda~My cheeks flushed and I felt shy when I looked at the mark in between my legs on my thigh.I had just come from the shower,a white towel wrapped about my body.I couldn't still believe that Gabriel had finally marked me.He had made me his and his only.His to keep.The mark had already healed because of Gabriel's saliva,it had a healing ability.I ran my fingers over the mark and my lips curved into a smile.It was a little bit painful when he sank his teeth into my flesh.I grabbed his hair tightly and shut my eyes.However,the pain began to fade away slowly as he rolled his tongue over the mark and sucked on it.It was a bittersweet feeling and I liked it.Afterwards, Gabriel made love to me one more time and it felt so special.As though our souls were connected in some type of way that I couldn't explain.He was gentle with me and the love making was justโฆamazing.I changed into c
~Amanda~He was dressed in blue jeans,white polo shirt,black leather jacket which matched the heavy boots and damn!He looked so handsome.His dark shoulder length hair was tied into a tight ponytail and brushed away from his face.And those piercing grey eyes, heavens help me because I could feel them undress me already.Lucia turned to look at me then winked.โI thinkโฆI should get going.I have a lot of things that I need to take care of.โShe said,grabbing her handbag from the vintage table and flashing me a smile.Didn't Lucia tell me minutes ago that she didn't have that much work and that is why she dropped by at our company?Such a liar!I know she made that up to excuse herself so that she could give us some privacy.โSee you, Amanda.โShe said, standing up without waiting for my response then headed for the door.She nodded at Gabriel and he nodded back at her with a sm
~Amanda~Gabriel raised his head to look at me and I could see fear in those grey eyes.His muscles tensed, something that doesn't happen easily.โI will put it in a silent mode.โHe told me,a hint of worry in his voice and I nodded at his words in understanding.โI swear,I had no idea it was Alicia calling.I don't want her to destroy the good time that we are having,โGabriel said, touching my hand on the table and my lips curved into a smile.I couldn't blame Gab because it was me who asked him to pick the phone call.โI know,โI said and I saw him relax,โHowever,I think it will be best if the two of you talk things out.โI suggested and Gabriel nodded vigorously.โThat is right,I will do that.I didn't find time to visit her pack and talk things out because a lot has been happening in our pack.โHe explained.We were done eating dinner and the waitress had cleaned the table.โWhat about we watch the beautiful sight
Chapter 091~Amanda~My Dad was silent for a while, perhaps processing what I had just told him.Even though I didn't want to admit it,I felt a little bit nervous.โWhy the sudden change of heart?โDad asked calmly.As much as he tried to compose himself,I could feel the disappointment in his voice no matter how much he was trying to hide it andโฆย I was sorry to be such a disappointment to my Dad.โIt's because I don't think that is a good idea, father.I was so desperate at the time but now I have given it a deeper thought.''I paused and heaved a deep sigh.โAlicia is a great woman,but I'm not in love with her.I don't want to enter into a loveless marriage.I'm in love with someone else and I don't think it will be possible for me to grow romantic feelings towards Alicia.โI said it straight without beating around the bushes.He was quiet for a while again, perhaps giving it a thought.
AMANDA Oh heavens!It was finally happening!He finally popped the question!I nodded my head almost immediately,โYes, Gabriel.I will marry you!โThe tension on his face faded away and it was now replaced with a big smile.He heaved a deep sigh.I didn't know he was that nervous while asking the question.Gabriel picked the ring and grabbed my hand then slowly slid the engagement ring on the middle finger of my left hand.The ring felt cold against my finger and it fitted perfectly,as though it was made just for me.Gabriel stood up and wiped tears from my eyes, that's when I realised that I was shading tears of joy.โI can't wait to call you wifeyโฆโHe chuckled then leaned and kissed me.โMine!โHe said possessively in my head as he kissed me so deep,โI can't wait to be your wife.โI told him through the mind link and he groaned in response.We continued to kiss so passionately.Gabriel hoisted me and I wrapped my legs around his waist so tightly.He gave my arse a gentle squeeze and I let ou
~Amanda~THREE WEEKS LATER Gabriel recovered from the poison and now he is doing alright.He is back to training to get back his strength because the poison weakened his immune system.I have been training too so that in case the enemies attack the pack,I will be able to protect our daughter and future kids.I haven't gone to the company for the past three weeks.Andrew has been in charge of everything and he always informed me how was running in my absence.I have to say that I'm grateful for having Andrew as a working partner because he is amazing to work with.Andrew has closed a couple of deals in my absence and handled the company so well.Iโm not that surprised because his parents were entrepreneurs too.Apart from having shares in our company,Andrew owns other businesses which were left under his name by his parents.I was surprised when Andrew visited Crescent Moon to check on Gabriel and wished him a quick recovery.As far as I could remember,the two didn't get along that well.I
Chapter 103~Gabriel~โโFor what?โShe asked in confusion,โFor everything.โThe frown on her face only deepened when she heard my words.โI know I owe you an apology because Amanda went through alot in the past because of me.โI paused and took a deep breath.โI can't help it but feel guilty because you're treating me with love despite knowing the truth.''I bowed my head once again.I couldn't remember when was the last time I felt this way in my life.I felt as though I had committed an unforgiving crime.I wanted Amanda's mother,I mean our mother, to know that I was really sorry about what happened between Amanda and I in the past.โI swear I didn't have any idea that Amanda was pregnant when we parted ways in such a heartbreaking way back in campus.I tried looking for her so that I could explain everything to her but all my efforts to search for Amanda was in vain.I searched the whole of
~Amanda~Gabriel pulled back and pretended as though he didn't want to kiss me in the first place.I almost groaned but looking at our daughter's cute innocent face made my lips curve into a smile.โMommy!โOur daughter screamed at the top of her voice and I could feel the longing in her voice.She ran to us and jumped on the bed, giggling.โCareful dear,โI whispered as we hugged so tightly.My mother stared at us with a smile, Gabriel as well.โDid you miss mommy?โI asked my daughter after pulling off from the tight embrace and she nodded with a pout.โYes,you lied that you'll come back.โI swallowed when I heard my daughter's words,โMommy is so sorry for lying to you, okay? It's just that,I got a little busy.โI brushed hair strands from her face and tucked it behind her ear.โGrandma told me that you're taking care of uncle Gabriel because he got hurt,โShe turned to look at Gabriel and I could see worry
~Amanda~โGaโฆGabriel,โI stuttered, afraid that I might be dreaming.The corner of his lips curved into a smile.The smile that I have been craving to see on his face so bad.Gabriel wiped tears from my eyes and that is when I realised that I was crying.Damn it!Only the heavens knows how much I had missed his touches that sent a shiver down my spine.My eyes shuttered effortlessly and I leaned in to feel more of his touch.Just this once,I decided to let all my emotions get the better of me and more tears streamed down my cheeks.Gabriel growled and that made me open my eyes,โI don't like to see you crying,โHe said and I could feel the annoyance in his voice.โButโฆI can't help it.โI said in almost a whisper but loud enough for him to hear what I had just said.โI was so scared, Gabriel.โI confessed how I was feeling deep inside me.โWhen you dropped on the ground in the study room.I was so scared that I was going t
~Amanda~Leon heaved a deep sigh then shook his head.The little hope that I had on my way to the hospital flew through the window.โThe doctors are checking up on him right now.โHe explained to me,โWhat about you take a little break?I will watch over him.โI told Leon and I could see conflict in his eyes.โAre you sure you're going to be alright? Gabriel will kill me in case something happens to you.โI couldn't help but roll my eyes when I heard his words.โYou're worrying too much,Leon.I think it will be good if you change,โI nodded to his blood stained clothes.โThat's right,โHe chuckled,โCall me in case of anything, okay?โHe told me and I nodded.I could tell that Leon was really worried about Gabriel and I was glad to know that he had such a caring friend.The door clicked open and doctors walked out of the room,โHow is he?โI asked one of them.โHis body is responding r
~Amanda~Slowly,I turned around to find my mother standing at the door with a surprise look on her face.She looked at the sleeping Gabriel on the hospital bed then turned to look at me.โIs it true?โShe asked and I could see so many unasked questions in her eyes.Taking a deep breath,I nodded hesitantly.โYeโฆyes.โI said in almost a whisper but loud enough for my mother to hear what I had just said.โHow?โShe asked as confusion took over her features.โAs far as I remember,you told us that you didn't know about Ariana's father because it was a one night stand and you never saw the man ever again since he was gone when you woke up.โI took a sharp breath when I heard my mother's words.I looked away, feeling guilty for lying to her all this time.โCan we talk about it somewhere else?I think this is not the right place.โMy mother nodded to my words.I turned to look at Gabriel one last time t
~Amanda~I went on my knees then cradled Gabriel's face in my palms,โGabriel, Gabriel.โI called, shaking his head slightly as though doing so would make him come to his senses.โGabriel please open your eyes.You can't do this to me.You can't leave me.Please open your eyesโฆ''I pleaded,tears streaming down my cheeks like a waterfall.โGabrielโฆโI screamed helplessly,hugging him so tightly to my chest.The door to the study room opened and the doctors walked in with a bed, accompanied by Alpha,Leon and the beta and they looked so worried.โPlease excuse us Ma'am.โThe doctors looked at me as I continued to hold Gabriel in my arms so tightly, sobbing.โHe needs medical attention right away because he was stabbed by a poisonous dagger in the battlefield.โLeon crouched to my level and carefully pulled me so that I could let Gabriel go.I fought Leon but he held me so tightly.I knew there was no point in fighting him anymore because my strength was nothing compared to his.I gave up fighting an
~Amanda~โGabriel,your mother,sister and niece to the hideout.Make sure they are all safe before joining the warriors in the battlefield.โAlpha said, pushing back the chair and standing up immediately.Before he could turn around and walk away,my mother grabbed his hand and he stopped.โJacob,โMy mother called in an emotional voice and I could see tears in her eyes.I could feel the fear in her voice too.She was afraid to lose her mate.I saw conflict in Jacobs' eyes as he looked at my mother,his eyes so gentle as though everything had disappeared and my mother was the only thing that existed at the moment.โI promise you that I will return my love.โHe leaned and pecked my mother on the lips.He tried to pull away his hand from my mother's grip but she clung onto it so tightly.โI don't want to lose you.I can't take it.I want to let you go Jacob because there is danger out there.Please don't go.Please don't leave I beg youโฆโShe pleaded.The tears that my mother was holding finally str