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Chapter 48
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Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 49
~ Weeks Later (Cassie's POV) โCassandra?โ I kept my eyes fixed on my laptop's screen. โCassandra.โ โYes, Abby. Talk to me. What is it?โ She sighed. โWould you look at me at least?โ I sighed and met her eyes. โYes, Abigail. What's the matter?โ โIt's not okay for you to keep ignoring him.โNot this again. I shook my head slightly and returned my attention to my laptop screen. โI mean it's been a little over five weeks already, Cass. And the poor guy.โโThere's nothing poor about a man who was willing to just up and leave his newlywedded wife for eight whole months, Abby. Months. I could've maybe handled eight weeks a bit better. But months...?โ I clicked my tongue three times, โAbsolutamente no (Absolutely not)โ She moved her hands from the back pockets of her jeans and rubbed her palms against her thighs. โIt could be six or seven months too you know? Let's be positive hereโ she said. I scoffed. Positive my arse. โPlus your marriage isn't that new...โ I paused my typi
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-04Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 50
(Cassie's POV) โSmoke's clear. But we haven't... hey!โ I didn't wait for the fireman to complete his sentence when I pushed past him and into the house. โCassandra!โ my mother shrieked. โGet my daughter out of there now!โ Even though it'd been a while since I lived here and everything in here was almost burnt to a crisp, I knew everything in this house, including the exact positions of all the furniture in every room. โIsa? Abuela? Mateo! Where are you?โ I called out, coughing. โAbuelo?!โ I automatically turned to the dining room, where something caught my attention.No. I gasped when I saw the hand on the floor and my adrenaline kicked in.โGod no, no, no!โ I bolted to the dining room and discovered Isabel on the floor, lying in a pool of blood.โIsabel!โ I shouted before I dropped to my knees beside her. โIsa please!โ I studied the scene around us. There was blood everywhere and there were shards of glass all over the ground. I slapped Isabel's cold cheek. โIsa, please. Is
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-05Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 51
(Cassie's POV) I felt like dying at that moment. I'm going to lose her? The one person who had always been there for me. The one person who always cared for me no matter how angry she was at me. The one person who always stood up for me. I'm going to lose my best friend? My legs wobbled underneath me and Natรกn stumbled back a little. โWe tried everything we couldโ the doctor continued, โBut unfortunately, we couldn't save them.โ โOh my goodnessโ Montana whispered, a hand to her stomach as Charisma held me. โFrom the looks of how they were brought in, they were gravely injured even before the fire. However, an autopsy will determine the cause of death of the couple and their son. I'm really sorry for your loss.โ Brian. It had to be that monster. โWait, wait, waitโ Montana spoke. โDid you just say the death of the couple and their son?โ Wait what? The doctor nodded and put his glasses back on. Then he reached for a clipboard from one of the doctors behind him and read from
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-06Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 52
(Natรกn's POV) The love of my life was back. She was back to me and I was not going to waste any more time with her. The taste of her seeped into my mouth. Honey and cherries laced with something so intangible, so delicate, my head spun. I tilted my lips and her entire body went rigid. I licked her mouth and ripples of sensation trembled up her chest and her breasts heaved. I nibbled on her lower lip and her mouth opened. I eased my tongue in, danced it over hers, and the taste of hers intensified.Not innocent, not at all.My Isabel. And definitely not like someone who was still healing. My groin throbbed, making my balls harden. I swirled my thumb around her clit and a whine trembled up her throat. I absorbed it all. I swiped my tongue past her sharp little teeth and goosebumps flared on my skin. A low growl rumbled up my chest and I leaned forward, so my chest brushed the full ripeness of her breasts.I deepened the kiss, and the trembling of her body intensified. Her spine curv
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-07Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 53
(Jace's POV) โFinally!โ Michael cried out, throwing his hands in the air. โDone and dusted.โ I chuckled at his happiness. It'd been almost eight months since we left home and the summit had finally come to an end. The game plan was now in motion. โI've got my bags packed and ready to get on the first plane back homeโ Josรฉ grinned, joining in on the excitement. My Beta and I exchanged glances.โWhat?โ he asked, โDid I suddenly sprout two heads?โ โSomeone's in a hurry to get homeโ Michael teased. โLike you aren'tโ Josรฉ chuckled. โI've been away from my wife and daughter for almost eight months. I missed my little girl's first birthday. I don't know if she'll even recognize me anymore.โโYou'll be there for more milestones, manโ Michael patted his back. โDon't worry.โ โNo one said being a second beta was easy,โ I said and dropped on the couch. โTrue. And off the record... shouldn't you be in a hurry to get back home too, Alpha Jace?โ Josรฉ asked. Yes, but I wasn't. I didn't want
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-08Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 54
(Cassie's POV) Maldives.Southwest of Sri Lanka and India. And I had one word for our trip there. Breathtaking. It was composed of over a thousand islands. And there was a vacation hotel on each island. It boasted of world-class hotels, entertainment facilities, and top-notch hotel services.When looking at the view from the plane, the Maldives was like an emerald necklace, embedded in turquoise waters, and a blue velvet, tranquil background.But now the yacht rides and coconut waters were all exciting memories. And I wish we didn't have to come back for two more months. Abigail tipped the driver who picked us up from the airport and smiled up at the house. โYou think they're back?โ she asked. I shrugged, adjusting the toddler in my arms. โI don't know. But do I doubt it? Yes. I mean I wouldn't take a trip to Hawaii and come back so soon. Take it easy on my hair, Lottieโ I fought back a hiss as she tugged on my hair. โSee why I've been telling you to wear your hair up?โ Abigai
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-09Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 55
(Jace's POV)She excused herself and went up to her room. I blew it! Not like I was expecting her to run up to hug me. Not even on the day we arrived. She, along with her best friend and Abigail, were nowhere to be found. She'd taken a three-week vacation to Maldives without telling anyone. Not that I was complaining. I didn't exactly give her a heads-up when I was leaving that morning. โMaybe I shouldn't have left at allโ I murmured and threaded my fingers through my hair. There was so much I could have avoided if I stayed put. Michael and Josรฉ would have been able to manage. But now the deed had been done and it was too late. โI am so fuckedโ I groaned, walking out of her parents' house to go find a way to make it all better. ~ ~ ~(Cassie's POV) A tired yawn escaped my lips and I stretched my body to its full length; trying to ignore the pounding in my head. I did not sleep well. I sighed and turned to my side only to find someone seated on my bed... smiling. โMorning.โ
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-11Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 56
(Cassie's POV) In the heart of the woods, on a moonlit night, I found myself surrounded by towering trees, their branches reaching out like gnarled fingers. Where am I? The air was thick with an eerie stillness, broken only by the rustling of leaves and the distant hoot of an owl. โJace? Are you here?โ As I cautiously stepped forward, my senses suddenly heightened, acutely aware of every sound and movement.โBe carefulโ my wolf spoke to me. The moon had cast a pale glow, illuminating patches of the forest floor, while casting deep shadows elsewhere. โWhere are we? Do you recognize this place?โ I asked back. When no response came, I sighed. The place felt awfully familiar. But I wasn't sure where or when I'd been here in this part of the woods. But it was in one of these very shadowy pockets that I heard itโ a soft, melodic voice, barely audible, yet captivating. What was that? It seemed to emanate from deeper within the woods, beckoning me closer. My heart raced as curiosit
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2024-03-12
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Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Epilogue
3 years later...(Cassie's POV) โHoney please stay still. You'll wrinkle your dressโ I groaned as I tried to comb Mia's hair. โMom, it hurts!โ she whined and pulled away. โWell you didn't want to use the de-tangling shampoo, remember?โ I scolded. โC'mon, we have to hurry before your sister wakes up.โI grabbed her hand. โNoooo, I don't wanna. It hurts!โ she whined louderโOh, Mia...โA loud cry came from my room and I knew the little one was awake. โMom! There's no toilet paper!โ Max cried out. I groaned and looked at Mia who sat there rubbing her head. I opened my mouth to scold her when Kristie walked in. โI've got it Mrs. Graham, don't worry,โ she said, taking the brush from my hand. I sighed. โGo check up on the baby,โ she told me. I nodded and gave her a grateful look before walking into the nursery. โMomma!โ she let out when she saw me. โMommy's here babyโ I cooed and picked her up. I kissed her and wiped her tears. She buried her face in the crook of my neck and I g
Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 15
~Two months later(Cassie's POV) โHappy birthday...โ I heard a voice whisper. I slowly opened my eyes and saw Jace smiling at me. I smiled back and he helped me up. โI better get going. Michael's freaking out alreadyโ he chuckled, kissing my temple. โWhy would Michael be freaking out?โ I asked, throwing my hair in a messy bun. Jace gave me a confused look. โWhat?โ I asked, pinning the bun. โI just asked why Michael would be...โThen it hit me. How could I possibly forget?!โOh my goodness! Today's the wedding?!โ I cried out. โYou forgot?โ he asked. โWhat?! Noโ I lied. Jace chuckled. โWhat are you still doing here anyway? Go already, the best man can't be lateโ I said and pushed him out the door. I hurried to take a quick shower and decided to dress there so I don't waste time. Thankfully, my bump doesn't really show in the dress. I fixed my hair and put on some makeup before slipping on my shoes. I grabbed my purse and headed out to my parent's house. ~ ~ ~โSorry I'm la
Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 14
(Cassie's POV)I groaned and got back under the covers.Covers?!I forced my eyes open and the bright light from the windows blinded me. I groaned again as my stomach let out a rumble and pulled myself to sit up.A lady dressed in white stood up and walked towards me with a wide smile plastered on her face. I rubbed my temple.โHow're you feeling Ms. Adler?โ she asked.โHow long have I been asleep?โโOnly two daysโ she replies. Only?! Which means all the other packs were gone by now. I eyed her before speaking up again. She's pretty. โWho are you?โโI'm Sharon. Doctor Elise asked me to stay with you till you wake up.โ โWell, now I'm up so you can go. Thank you, but your service isn't needed anymoreโ I said firmly, groaning a little. โSharon's not going anywhereโ my dad's voice boomed from the doorway. โMr. Adlerโ Sharon greeted and bowed down at him. โShe's been recommended by Elise so she stays till you're better.โโDaddy, I don't need a nanny. I can take very good care of my
Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 13
(Cassie's POV)News traveled fast in our pack. Everyone came to express their sympathy, acting like my baby was dead. I walked out of the gym through the door of the pack house and everyone stopped to bow to me as I passed by. Not forgetting to add sympathetic looks. I moved into the living room and dropped on the couch, avoiding eye contact with everyone. The door leading to Jace's office was wide open. I saw him standing behind his desk flipping through some paperwork. Max and Mia left with Emily and Nicole back to London for their safety. Jude was nowhere to be found and Andrรฉ decided to stay back. Cassidy was in a wheelchair... but only temporarily. I glanced at Michael as he passed. He smiled sadly at me before walking into Jace's office. โJaceโ he called when he entered. Jace looked up and raised his eyebrows. โYeah?โ he said impatiently. โWe think we picked up a scent trail on your daughter.โI sat upright as Jace walked around the desk and stood right in front of Micha
Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 12
(Cassie's POV) I stood in the doorway of the bedroom and stared at him in awe. He was so adorable when he was sleeping. Max looked so much like him. I smiled to myself as a mischievous grin appeared on my face. โJace!โ I screamed as I jumped on top of his sleeping.He grabbed me and threw me underneath him, his hand over my mouth. I waved. โReally?โ he chuckled and climbed off me. I laughed. โI'm sorry, it's just that you looked so good sleeping, I just had toโ. He looked down at me. โI'm sorry!โ I cried playfully and hugged him. โDon't be mad, please?โ I said in a tiny voice and pecked his cheek. He grinned. โYou're weird as shit,โ he said between laughs and I nodded in agreement. He pulled me in for a hug. โI love youโ I breathed in his chest as he kissed my forehead. โMe moreโ he replied. โGo take a shower,โ I said and let him go. (Jace's POV) Once I was done showering, I called out to Cassandra to hand me a towel which she did. I stepped out in my boxers and saw her
Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 11
She grabbed a dress and tried it on. Standing in front of the mirror, tilted her head.โNo,โ she said and took it off.She tried on another dress.โNo!โ she screamed and dropped on the bed.Alec rolled his eyes and continued to cut through the paper.โI have nothing to wear for tonight! Alec help meโ she pleaded.He ignored her and continued to cut the paper.โGive my back my scissors!โ she said and took back her scissors.โWhat do you want me to do?โ he asked with a sigh. โWhat is the matter with you?โโI'll tell you. I don't like how you treat Cassandra. She's our sister for Pete's sake! And I don't like you hanging around with Blair. She's changing you; you're changing. You're not the big sister I looked up to and admired anymore. You're a spoilt little brat and I can't live with you anymoreโ he said and grabbed his pillow. โWhat are you doing?โ Cassidy asked. โAlec, I am speaking to you!โโI'm going to Cassandra's. I don't wanna be roommates anymore.โCassidy's face fell.โI'll c
Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 10
(Cassie's POV)โWhat is the matter with both of you?!โ the old woman asked. โLook, I don't know why you're screaming but it's not good for you,โ I tell her.โI don't wanna hear another word from youโ.She turned when the door closed. โHow's she now?โ she asked Elise.Elise sighed.โWhat really happened, Cassandra?โ Elise asked me.I remained quiet and got back to flipping through the Vogue magazine.Michelle sighed.โElise, how's Blair?โBlair walked in with a cast around her arm and a bandage around her head. Her face... all bruised up.โOh,โ they chorused.โI thought I told you to rest,โ Elise said firmly.โI don't need to rest. I'm fineโ Blair said looking directly at me.โThere, she said it. She's fine. Now I'm leavingโ I said and jumped up from my seat.โDon't you dare take another step young lady!โ Dad barks.โOh gimmie a break, dad.โโNo. I'm afraid I'm going to have to punish youโ he said.โBut dadโโโNo son. I'm going to have to punish your sister.โโWell if you punish her..
Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 9
(Cassie's POV)Time flew by.Summer found out Andrรฉ was her mate and she was beyond excited. I formed a really tight bond with my baby brother. I loved him to bits. I can't really say the same thing about Cassidy though. I mean that girl was a pain in the everything. So moving on. Blair and I hadn't been getting along, but that wasn't anything new. Jace had been trying to bond with Madison but it wasn't not really working out. And speaking of Jace... A knock interrupted me.โCome in,โ I said looking through the paperwork. โAre you still mad about the kiss?โ he asked. I seized up the yellow pencil lying on the desk and threw it. It sailed through the air and struck the wall just next to Jace's head, where it struck, vibrating. His eyes widened for a second and I smiled faintly. โSorry, I didn't realize it was you.โJace chuckled. โBut it's a shame I have only one pencilโ I sighed. โWhat can I help you with Mr. Graham?โโCass, I'm sorry about the kiss...โโWhat kiss?โ I asked, si
Mark of an Alpha's Mate ย ย ย Chapter 8
(Cassie's POV) โNo, I want it cute... not too simple though,โ I said through the phone.Members of the other packs waved and smiled as I passed by. I paused when a few teens ran up to me with notepads and cameras. I gave them my autograph and took selfies with them.โI don't know but I feel it's a girl,โ I say. โNo. I want it to be perfect.โI saw Montana walk in and look at me. โErr... Ray, I've gotta go. I'll call you laterโ I said. She suddenly let out a groan and I rushed up to her. โAre you okay?โ I asked helping her sit. โThe baby's coming!โ she cried out. โI just felt my water break.โ โCassie?โ Rose called. โCall an ambulance!โโIt hurts!โ Montana whimpered.I rubbed the back of her hand. โBreathe sweetie. It'll be fineโ I told her. โWhere on earth is the ambulance?!โโWhat if I lose another child? I'll be the fifth one. I don't think I'll be able to take itโ she said in tears. โNo, no, noโ I whispered to her. โEthan would be heartbroken.โโDon't think like thatโ I sai
