Amalthea’s POV I couldn't sleep. I could overhear the nurses gossiping about the state of my mind and body. The news of my weakness traveled faster than I would have liked it to, but then again, it literally happened in the middle of the training ground right in front of everyone who didn't know me. But somehow they knew what role I was playing staying in the Alpha’s house. How did my life come to this though? Just a few nights back and I could perfectly picture Fredrick perks in the shade of moonlight that spilled through his oval window. Oh, that dream house and how he didn't care for the silver he had around the room. He said it looked dashing on me, so he had it around to remind him of how rare of a gem I was. I knew Fredrick loved me, even in the moment of the greatest misfortune of my life, which was ironically caused by his own flesh and blood. I gripped the shit beneath my feet trying to digest the leftover rage that rushed through me recalling now she spat in my face all t
Amalthea's POV "Is there still a throbbing in your head?" The doctor asked. "It's just mild." I replied, gently massaging my temple as I sat up. He hummed as he ran a few more tests, nodding in approval. "Everything seems to be alright. Your vitals are stable and as long as you don't put pressure on your leg or hit your head anywhere else, everything should be fine." He informed me, looking down at my report sheet. "I'll prescribe a few painkillers incase you experience any pains but if they are too intense you are to come back immediately." He explained, looking at me pointedly. I nodded in understanding–its not like I have much of a choice though. It had been a few days since I had been at the clinic and I was beyond relieved I would finally be discharged. "Thank you Doctor,” I muttered, and then suddenly remembered something. “About my bill–” I drawled. "Alpha Nicholson has settled all your bills." He informed me with a small smile. My brows furrowed in confusion, but I de
Nicholson's pov As soon as I dropped off Amalthea, I felt Callum trying to mindlink me. “Nic, you need to come to the office,” he said, as soon as I opened the mindlink. “What is it?” I asked. “This is not something I tell you over a mindlink, I need you seated for this,” he informed and ended the mindlink. I exhaled sharply as I couldn't help but wonder what Callum wanted to discuss. I knew it would be something serious. He was one of the most level headed people I knew, which was part of the reasons why we were best friends, and I also made him my Beta. He complimented my blinding rage and helped me stay grounded while I did the craziness on his behalf in times where it was much needed. Arriving at my office I found Callum by the doorway deep in thought. His hands had some blood on them which was the first thing I noticed as the smell was pungent and they smell somewhat foreign and familiar at the same time. “What happened?” I asked, as soon as he took note of my presence.
Amalthea's pov I wandered aimlessly around the pack house, unsure what to do. My leg was fully healed now and the throbbing in my head had seized. I had tried returning for training but Alpha Nicholson had banned me from the pack training grounds until he was sure and satisfied that I was physically fit to train. Loneliness clawed at me as I watched the pack members train and laugh together as if they were one big happy family. A family I would never have since I didn't belong anywhere. "You can't be a good fighter by just watching. You need to practice,” a voice said from behind, startling me. I looked in the direction the voice came from and saw a young woman, probably around my age or less, walking towards me with a smile on her face. I stared at the woman, wondering why she was talking to me, and being all smiley. I remained silent as I eyed her suspiciously. No one had made any attempt or gone out of their way to have a conversation with me since I came to this pack so
Almathea's pov "Are you ready?" Mikayla asked me as she approached. “There's no way I'm going to fight you,” I protested. “The last time I tried I made a complete fool of myself." I refused to be a source of amusement to anyone in this pack, most especially Alpha Nicholson. "Are you trying to defy the Alpha's orders?” she glared at me with furrowed brows. I gulped, as the reality of the situation I was in came crashing down on me. I looked over at Alpha Nicholson, and all he did was just stare at me blankly–as if waiting to see what I'll do next. Outrightly defying his orders would be as good as announcing I wanted death. Letting out an exasperated sigh, I crunched into my fighting stance and Mikayla's eyes twinkled in delight. "I'll go easy on you." She informed me before she lunged at me. She sent several rapid punches to my abdomen and I staggered back as pain erupted within me. Before I could get a hold of myself she attacked once more. I desperately tried to defend my
Amalthea's POV "Why are you being nice to me?" I asked Jade as she held onto the ice pack in my throbbing cheek. "Why are you so stubborn?" She shot back and our eyes met. She stared at me for a few seconds before her features cleared and she chuckled. "What's funny?" I asked, irritated at how she always seemed to be amused by me. "You are so cynical, it's almost cute." She cooed I frowned, not finding any of what she said to be funny , or cute like she terms it. "I'm being nice because honestly, you intrigue me Amalthea. You have a horrible concept about Lycans yet you are still here and you aren't making any attempts to escape but that doesn't mean you won't express your displeasure at the slightest provocation." She explained. "I like your spirit and energy. It matches mine and I think we would get on quite well." She shrugged , making me scoff. "I'm not exactly looking for friends." I told her blankly. "Well you have one, nonetheless, and I'm not going anywhere." She sai
Amalthea's pov "There you are." Jade's voice snapped me back to reality. I sighed in exasperation, and used the book I was reading to cover my face–hoping that she’ll get the hint that I want to be left alone and just leave me be. "Thea." She called out sharply, with the new nickname she had forced down my throat. I rolled my eyes, my face still covered by the book. “How did you find me?” I muttered. Wondering how she was able to find me, despite here being the most secluded place in the entire library. I didn’t want any form of disturbance that was why I chose to stay here. "So you admit you were hiding?" Jade asked, and I brought down the book from my face to see her staring at me with arched brows and her arms folded across her chest. "I needed some peace and quiet." I answered with a shrug, leaving out the fact that I never seemed to have that whenever she was near. "You mean you needed a break from me." She said bluntly and I didn't bother denying it. Jade had become my
Amalthea's POV Just that single look seems to break at whatever confidence I was trying to muster, and soon enough my nerves came knocking. Alpha Nicholson was seated at the head of the table and on his left hand side was Mikayla, who has an expression I couldn't quite place and in his right hand was a man who looked like Jade, and if I guess right he was her brother. He had something like a smile tugging at the corners of his lips, and I seriously don't know how to feel about. “Come sit beside me,” Jade beckoned with a wave of a hand and a bright smile on her face. I forced a smile of my own trying to mask my nerves, but I'm sure my beating heart was a dead giveaway. “Good evening everyone,” I muttered, and took a seat beside Jade. “I had no idea we'd be having guest at dining,” Jade's brother said, his smile more pronounce. “Well I needed company, before you guys bore me to death with Pack affairs,” Jade said nonchalantly. “I don't think we've been properly introduced,” the
Amalthea's POV "We have a dinner to get ready for." Jade announced as she strolled into my room."What?" I closed the book I was reading and turned to her."Surely you know we have guests." Jade said as though that would be enough explanation.I furrowed my brow. "How does that have to do with me?" "We are having dinner with the alpha of the visiting pack, of course you are attending with me." Jade shrugged as she moved towards my closet."No, there is no way I'm attending another dinner with you." I frowned."But it will be fun." She whined and I rolled my eyes."Like the last dinner was fun?" I asked her pointedly and she immediately averted her gaze."Look, this is different. Nic will be busy handling pack affairs with the other alpha and we will have the whole night to ourselves without any interruptions." She tried to persuade me.I knew nothing would make Jade relent but I didn't want to be in the same space with Nicholson and she knew that."Jade-" I began but she turned to
Amalthea's POV "Think fast." Mikayla announced before she attempted a jab to my side which I quickly sidestepped and retaliated with a punch to her gut. She staggered back, looking at me with predatory eyes as she struggled to catch her breath.When next she lunged for me I half expected it and I positioned myself and waited and just when she was close enough my leg struck out but to my surprise she caught it and dragged me towards her before delivering a punch right to my face.Mikayla released me and I fell to the ground with a groan."You have to be quick and on the tips of your feet. You need to learn how to carry yourself so as to move swiftly and maneuver whatever situation you might find yourself in." She explained. "Never be overconfident." She added and I clutçhed my bloodied nose but smiled regardless.Mikayla trained me as though she had a bone to pick, she was always relentless and never held back and even though it resulted in many injuries on my person I wouldn't have
Nicholson's POVStanding by the window, as I stared out into the open with a bottle of whiskey in hand, as I took slow deliberate gulps, I heard a knock on my door.I sighed, already knowing who was at the door, but I wasn't in the mood to see anyone or entertain any form of conversation.So, I chose to ignore it, hoping that Callum would finally take the hint and leave me alone, but he was stubborn as a horse, and Instead of leaving, he chose to invite himself in."I don't recall telling you to come in." I said, not bothering to look at him."Isn't it a bit early to be drinking?” Callum said, ignoring my earlier statement."I desperately need it." I replied, but minding that it was just a few minutes past 6 am. “What do you want?” I finally turned to look at him.Callum narrowed his eyes. "What's on your mind?” “Nothing,” I muttered. “Why are you here?” I asked irritatedly, as I wasn't in the mood for one of his lectures."This is about her isn't it?" He asked quietly."About who?"
Nicholson's POV "How did you find the letters?" I asked Mikayla as I leaned back in my chair, scanning the contents of the notes once more.I was considerably more calm now and I had to admit I was ashamed and sickened by my outburst. I always prided myself on my ability to school my features and remain calm despite every situation but I always seemed to be out of character wherever Amalthea was involved.I cringed as I recalled how I had blatantly accused her and worse, threatened her without waiting to hear what she had to say. I wondered what she must think of me at this moment."Nic?" Mikayla called out to me, drawing me out of my thoughts.I stared down at the piece of paper in my hand and yet I didn't recognize the messy scribbles but then again I didn't know Amalthea's writing style."Did you say something?" I asked, focusing back on Mikayla."Yes. One of the maids was cleaning and she informed me she found something that seemed out of sorts on Amalthea's dresser. She was scar
Amalthea's POV It had to be today. I had to leave this horrid pack today, I refused to spend another minute in the same vicinity as that blackguard.I clenched my fists as I tried to blink back the tears that were rapidly making their way to the front of my eyes.I felt like it was happening all over again.I was being framed for something I didn't do for the second time and soon I would be thrown out."Thea, are you alright?" Jade made her way back into the library."Why wouldn't I be?" I asked. My voice betrayed me and Jade walked briskly to where I stood by the window."What happened?" Jade asked, gently caressing my arms."That...that despicable-" a sob tore through me."Hey, it's alright. Just take a deep breath." Jade comforted me.I took in a deep breath, trying to calm my nerves."Your alpha somehow believes that I am in contact with the werebears." I explained."Why would he think that?" She asked, with wide eyes."Apparently he found some incriminating letters on my dresser
Nicholson's POV "The seer was unable to provide any useful information." I informed Callum. "How is that possible? He knows everything." Callum looked as confused as I felt. "He said some nonsense about not wanting to alter fate but the main thing is he couldn't tell me anything." I explained in frustration. "What are you going to do now?" Callum asked and I rubbed my hand down my face. "I don't know." I admitted and it was true. I was at a loss for what to do. "Would you consider handing the girl over?" Callum asked. "That is not an option." I said with finality. Callum looked at me for a few seconds, a smile tugging at the corners of his lips. "What's so amusing?” I gritted out. "Nothing at all." Callum shrugged. "We better find a way around this, and early,” he suggested, and just then a knock came on the door. "Come in." I said, as I could already tell how as at the door. Mikayla strolled in. "What is wrong?" I asked. "I have something to show you Nic." She said and
Amalthea's pov "Is everything okay?" Jade's voice pulled me out of my thoughts. "I'm fine." I muttered, not looking at her as I flipped a page of my book absentmindedly. "You have been reading the same page of that book for the last fifteen minutes." She pointed out. "I'm trying to dissect the text." I said lamely. Jade snorted, not believing a word I just said. But I couldn't care less at the moment, since we got back from the seer, my mind hasn't been at ease. Different thoughts were racing through my mind but mostly one bothered me the most. If the werebears indeed came for me why hasn't he given me up yet? I definitely meant nothing to him and he had nothing to lose but everything to gain from stopping their attacks on his pack. If the attacks persisted would his decision waver? Would he eventually hand me over to them? I was losing my mind at this point. "You know you can talk to me, right Thea?" Jade said, her face etched with worry. I sighed, dropping the book to th
Amalthea's pov "Where are we going?" I asked for the millionth time, as Alpha Nicholson led me deeper into the woods. “You’ll see,” he said tersely. “So, I should just keep following blindly?” I asked irritatedly. "That's what you are doing right now, isn't it?" He retorted. I stomped my feet to the ground. “I’m not moving an inch until you tell me where we are going, Alpha,” I folded my arms across my chest, my brows knitted in a frown. "Now's not the time for your childish tantrums,” he said in a dangerously low tone that sent shivers down my spine, but still riled me up regardless. "Childish tantrums?" I gritted out. "Now's not the time for an argument, believe me,” he turned on his heels and began walking, no doubt expecting me to follow behind him. I remained rooted to the spot where I stood. I had to make him understand that he couldn't control me, I wasn't his minion. "Amalthea." Nicholson growled back at me. "Like I said, I'm not moving another inch till you tell me
Nicholson's POV I crossed my hands over my chest as I watched the pack members train. My expression was stoic as always, revealing nothing as I watched them. My eyes landed on Mikayla and Amalthea at a corner and I couldn't look away. I convinced myself the only reason I stared at them was because I knew Amalthea needed more training than the rest of the pack members but my conscience called me out for the liar I was. I couldn't turn my gaze away no matter how hard I tried as I watched Almathea's clumsy movements. My lips twitched in amusement as she tripped on her own feet and fell to the ground. How could a she-wolf be so weak and clumsy? "If you stare at her hard enough, she might just transform into a powerful, feared warrior." Callum broke into my thoughts, standing beside me. "Excuse me?" I turned towards him, feigning ignorance. "You know exactly what I'm talking about Nick. Stop staring at her so blatantly before your pack members begin to ask questions." He said, giv