Nicholson's POV “How is she?” Maybe it was the urgency in which I used to approach the physician but he took a step back into the room, before edging me out subtly so he could close the door behind me. He cracked a smile. “I heard she is your breeder. Well—” The physician started and I was suddenly struck by the nerve. My action made me appear even more desperate than I actually was. I was supposed to be an alpha. Besides, she was supposed to just be my breeder. No one cares about a breeder who isn't carrying their child yet. I felt embarrassed. To save myself from the embarrassment, I simply walked past the doctor into the hospital room just as he was about to tell me about her condition. I closed the door behind me, emptying my mind from the thoughts of the doctor and focused on the woman on the bed. She's awake. She isn't laying completely on her back. Instead, she is propped up on a pillow that gives her a higher elevation. She was sipping water from a plastic cup with both he
Nicholson's POV Shutting the door behind me, I sighed. I peered my ears to the door to hear if she would say anything behind my back. Instead, I heard a strong sniff which delivered more than a punch to my heart. I bounced off the door like it suddenly caught on fire. The physician was at the end of the hall conversing with a nurse. I admonished the thought of asking him again for her condition after being the one who walked out on him in the first place. I decided the counter would be the next best place to go. I needed to make sure her card batch would be opened anyways. From what I have experienced about her, I had a feeling she would be visiting her frequently. I mean, she didn't even get to fight Mikayla. All she did was throw a punch—unsuccessfully. And she still ended up falling to the ground. Thinking that's the worse case scenario, she ended up falling and hurting herself after conceding defeat. I shook my head, wondering if this was the kind of woman I really wanted to use
Nicholson's POV “Yes…Alpha.”She answered, keeping her eye level down to her torso as she played with her fingers. She was obviously nervous and her face was tainted with a heavy blush of embarrassment after almost falling back on her head and getting herself into the ER again. “Amalthea…” I called her name. It wasn't a very common name, but it was befitting for someone like her. Her hair resembled the opening of a wild desert rose, if they were ever colored blond by chance. I realized I had nothing to say when she looked up at me with those heavy blue doe eyes. I was just finding out how her name tasted on my tongue. With nothing else to say, I let myself out of her room while she still had an expectant look on her face. I left the clinic completely and stood some feet away from the white and red building, looking at the vast path that led back to the training ground. The cars packed to my left were all glowing under the sun, showing just how intense the sun could get in the middl
Nicholson's POV I did keep to my words though. The moment I got into my office, I pulled out a brown glass of bourbon and poured myself a generous amount into a rocky glass cup. It was just a few millimeters shy from pouring over, so I had the excuse of sipping it half way through before filling it back up again. I looked up at her, surprised she didn't have any ‘drunk’ comment till now, even though I was doing everything I usually did to earn the name, she just wasn't having it. I rested my head back on my office chair and narrowed my eyes at her. “You are mad at something.” I said, making her know it wasn't a question but an actual statement. She seemed to be unfazed by my discovery. “I certainly do not look like a happy chap.” She tilted her head to the side, holding some kind of mild frown at me. I decided to empty my glass and bring another clean one from beneath my table—yes, I have glasses of shot laying around me, doesn't mean I am actually a drunk. It actually means I am a
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
Amalthea's POV "I think Callum needs me." Jade announced, rising to her feet."What?" I looked at her in disbelief while she looked anywhere but at me."I'll see you later Thea." She said with a tight-lipped smile and zoomed out the door.Jade had just thrown me to the wolves."Your friend is very subtle." Alpha Sebastian muttered and I slowly faced him."Alpha Sebastian." I rose from my chair."Just Seb is fine." He retorted and I blanked.The use of his nickname would imply a level of intimacy between us."I don't think that would be proper Alpha." I pointed out."I insist." He replied with a smile.I nodded, not having a word to say in response, as the level of intensity in his eyes when he looked at me was making this whole conversation awkward. It's either he's oblivious to that fact or he simply doesn't care."Did you need a book?" I asked, breaking the silence."No." He answered."I wanted to talk to you." He announced.I blinked.He chuckled. "You don't have to seem so surpri
Amalthea's POV "Where have you been?" I asked Jade when she walked into the library.She remained silent and leaned against the closed library door with a dreamy sigh as she clutched her chest."Jade?" I called out to her and slowly her eyes met mine. "Are you alright?" "I'm better than alright Thea." She composed herself and walked towards me."What has you in such a good mood?" I questioned."I'm always in a good mood." She replied almost defensively and I knew something was up."Hmm, where have you been? You were meant to be here an hour ago." I queried.A blush slowly crept up her face and my lips parted in shock."Jade, why are you blushing?" I shut the book in front of me and placed it on the side table."I'm not blushing." She muttered attempting to hide behind her hair."You are clearly blushing Jade. Spit it out, what happened?" I probbed.She remained silent and I waited."It's alright if you don't want to talk about it now, I just-" I began to explain."I met someone." S
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