Alpha Dante's POV I stared at Aurelia, my voice tinged with a mix of amusement and superiority as I delivered the words I knew would sting. "Your mother doesn't want to see you again," I told her, a smirk playing on my lips. Aurelia's eyes met mine, a flicker of hurt and confusion passing through them before she shifted her attention to the book she held in her hands. She began writing in it, her pen swiftly gliding across the pages, as if seeking solace in the act of putting her thoughts into words. Her silence grated on my nerves, and I couldn't resist taunting her further. "So, you still want to go home, huh? Even if your mother doesn't want you?" I let out a loud, mocking laugh, relishing in the power I held over her emotions. It was satisfying to see her discomfort, to witness the cracks forming in her resolve. Curiosity got the better of me, and I leaned in closer, narrowing my eyes at her. "What do you think you'll find at home, Aurelia? A warm embrace? Love? Acceptance?" My
Alpha Dante's POVI focused my attention back on the document spread out before me, the weight of responsibility pressing upon my shoulders. The room fell silent after Aurelia's departure, but I could feel Danciana's gaze fixed upon me. Curiosity got the better of me, and I looked up, meeting her intense gaze. There was a hint of concern in her eyes, as if she had sensed something amiss."Why are you staring at me like that?" I asked, trying to maintain a composed demeanor.Danciana hesitated for a moment before gathering her thoughts and responded, "I'm sorry, Alpha Dante. It's just that you seemed distant, lost in your thoughts. I wanted to make sure everything was alright."I sighed inwardly, appreciating her genuine concern. "I appreciate your concern, Danciana," I replied, offering her a small smile. "But rest assured, I'm fine. We have important matters at hand, and it's crucial that we focus on our duties."Danciana nodded, her eyes still fixed on me. "Of course, Alpha Dante. I
Aurelia's POVI quickly jumped up to my feet the moment I heard the room door open. My heart raced in my chest as I stood trembling, hoping it wasn't Alpha Dante coming to punish me for trying to escape earlier. But to my relief, it was Danciana, the pack's doctor, who entered the room. She approached me with a kind smile, asking how I was doing and how my night was. I desperately wished I could answer her verbally, but my voice had been taken from me.Danciana handed me a book and a pen, signaling for me to scramble my response upon its pages. I took the pen with shaky hands and wrote down that I wasn't fine. She glanced at my words and nodded, understanding the weight of my suffering. "It's normal for you to not be fine, Aurelia," she said softly, her eyes filled with empathy. "You have a mate who doesn't care about you, who only wants to hurt you." The truth of her words struck me deep, and I trembled at the realization of my predicament.Danciana closed the door, creating a sense
Danciana's POVAs Alpha Dante left the room, a wave of relief washed over me. I had just finished a conversation with Aurelia that could potentially have serious consequences. I couldn't help but wonder if Dante had overheard our exchange. Although his demeanor seemed unchanged, I couldn't shake off the nagging feeling that I needed to err on the side of caution.I turned to Aurelia, who was still writing her response on the book. I knew I had to play it cool, so I smiled and said, "Aurelia, let's continue this conversation another time. I think we both need a break right now. We can start the speech therapy class later, alright?"Aurelia paused, her gaze flickering between me and the book. She seemed slightly puzzled but nodded in agreement and wrote in the book. "Sure, Danciana. I understand. We can pick up where we left off later. Take care of yourself, okay?""Thank you, Aurelia," I replied, trying to mask my anxiety. "You take care too. We'll make progress together, I promise." W
Aurelia's POVI sat on the cold, hard floor of my cramped room, feeling the weight of exhaustion seeping into my bones. My mind was clouded with a mix of fear, frustration, and desperation. Each passing day felt like an eternity, and I yearned for freedom with an intensity that consumed me.Suddenly, the familiar sound of the door clicking open snapped me out of my reverie. I looked up to see Lucas, one of the pack members, entering the room carrying a tray of food. He placed it on the small table and announced that my meal was ready. The aroma of warm, nourishing food wafted through the air, enticing my senses.I rose from the floor, my body aching and protesting the movement. With weary steps, I approached Lucas, who stood there watching me. As I reached him, I mustered all the courage I had left and gently placed my hands around his neck, standing on my toes to bring myself closer to him. His eyes widened with surprise, and he cautiously asked what I was doing.My heart pounded in
Danciana's POVI was seated in my plush office chair, engrossed in the endless stream of paperwork that cluttered my desk. The monotony of the day had settled in, and I yearned for something to break the tedium. Just as the thought crossed my mind, my phone jingled, shattering the silence that enveloped the room.Startled, I quickly reached for the device, eager to find out who could be reaching out to me at this hour. I swiped my finger across the screen and brought it to my ear, "Hello?" I greeted, my voice tinged with curiosity.A voice, familiar yet somewhat distant, resonated through the receiver. "Hey, it's Dylan," he said, his tone hesitant but unmistakable. Dylan, Aurelia's stepbrother. I hadn't spoken to him in quite some time, so his unexpected call piqued my interest even further.A small smile tugged at the corners of my lips. "Dylan, it's been a while," I replied warmly, my mind racing to recall our last encounter. "No need to go into details about yourself; I remember yo
Aurelia's Point Of ViewI was tired. Exhausted, really. It felt like an eternity since I had been confined to this desolate, secluded room. The walls were bare, the air stale, and the floor cold against my tired body. I had tried to force myself to sleep, lying there on the hard ground, but my mind was too restless to find any solace in slumber.Just as I was beginning to drift into a fitful doze, the door suddenly swung open with a resounding bang. Startled, I jolted upright, my heart pounding in my chest. Through the hazy fog of sleep, I struggled to make out the figure standing in the doorway. It was Alpha Dante, my heartless mate. His presence in my tiny prison was both unexpected and perplexing.Alpha Dante wasted no time. He swiftly strode toward me, his purposeful steps echoing in the empty room. Before I could gather my thoughts or utter a word, he reached out and firmly clasped my hand, pulling me up from the frigid floor. Confusion flooded my mind as questions raced through
Beta Liu's Point Of ViewAs I watched my sister, Danciana, step into the car, my suspicion grew even stronger. What could she possibly be up to that was so important? I couldn't shake off the feeling that there was something hidden beneath her calm demeanor. I mean, what could be more important than saving a child's life? Perhaps she was going to heal another child, but I needed to confirm my suspicions. I knew I had to follow her.Before leaving, I instructed a guard to take care of my affairs in my absence. It was crucial that I remained undetected, so I asked the guard to keep a low profile and not draw any attention. Thankfully, he agreed without hesitation, understanding the importance of my mission. With a sense of urgency, I rushed out of the house and made my way into the dense woods, keeping a safe distance from Danciana's car.As I maneuvered through the shadows, twigs snapping beneath my feet, I couldn't help but feel a mix of excitement and trepidation. What if my suspicio