LOGINElena's POVHe looked at me with pity. I already knew what that meant."Yes, it does.""Then go ahead with the transfusion. Why waste any more time?"I knew I had to do it this time. It wasn't as though I had a choice, and refusing would only create more problems. With the doctor leading the way and Alaric following closely behind, I walked into the hospital room.The transfusion began.As my blood slowly left my body, I felt my strength draining with it. A wave of dizziness crashed over me, making my vision blur. My limbs grew unbearably heavy, and even lifting a finger felt impossible. My skin turned pale, my breathing became shallow, and a cold chill crept through my body. I felt so weak... so empty.By the time it was over, I could barely keep my eyes open. My legs refused to support me, and I swayed where I sat, utterly exhausted, as though every ounce of life had been drained from me.††††I woke up to water being poured over me.It was Freya."I didn't know the powerful woman w
††††Elena's POVI came back from job hunting, and as usual, everything was against me again. It had been unsuccessful.I immediately went to the kitchen to get something to eat. I was so famished. Today had been such a long day.I didn't see any sign of Alaric at home, and I was grateful. At least I wouldn't have to see him until I went back to my room."Hello, ma'am," the head chef greeted as I walked in."Hello, Rosa. How are you doing?" I asked with a small smile."I'm good. And you?""I'm fine as well. So, what's for dinner today? I'm so famished," I said as I pulled out a kitchen chair and sat down."There's spaghetti and meatballs, and there's also macaroni and cheese. Which would you like?" she asked."I'll just go with the spaghetti and meatballs.""Okay, I'll get it immediately."She bowed slightly and turned to serve the food."Here it is. Enjoy," she said before leaving.I dived into the food.Not long after, I heard footsteps coming down the stairs."Wow, the barren ex-Lu
Alaric's POVIt was morning already. I woke up to get ready for my Alpha duties. I couldn't find Freya anywhere in the house. I didn't bother looking for her since I was already late for work.Once I was done getting ready, I stepped out of my room only to see Elena heading out. She glanced at me but didn't say anything. Instead, she simply walked past me. It made my wolf whimper in pain as we watched our mate leave us.†††††At Work†Xander, my Beta, came into my office."The footage you asked for wasn't found," he said."How?" I asked."We got there, and there was nothing. I'm thinking it was deleted or something.""Can you just try to remember what transpired?""I'm trying, but I can't seem to.""What's the last thing you remember?"FlashbackI had just left the room where I had been arguing with Elena about us getting separated."Hey, Alpha, wanna hang out?" I heard Freya's voice through the phone."Freya, please. I'm not in the mood for this," I huffed in annoyance."Did anything
Freya's POVAfter the rejection ceremony, I immediately rushed to meet Kaiden at our usual hiding spot. I peeked around to see if anyone had followed me. Just as I was about to step inside, I felt a hand pull me toward him.It was Kaiden."What the fuck? You scared me," I jolted in fear."I did?" He chuckled. "I fucking missed you," he said, nibbling on my neck as he inhaled my scent. It had always calmed him."I was gone for just a few hours, Kaiden.""I know, but I fucking missed you," he replied, his eyes closing slightly as though he were trying to suppress something."I know, but you should get used to it. We can't complete our mission if you're like this," I said."I know. I'll try," he replied. "Come here. How's my child?" He knelt and kissed the small bump on my belly."The baby's not developed yet, but I'm not feeling uncomfortable, so I think everything is fine," I said with a shrug.He slowly stood to his feet, gently cupped my face, and captured my lips in a soft, lingeri
Elena's POVAlaric... on our bed with another woman?He didn't even wait until the rejection ceremony. He was already in the arms of another woman. I thought he loved me.I finally understood why the domestic staff had stared at me that way.I didn't even realize tears were rolling down my face until they touched my cheeks. I walked into the bathroom, filled a bucket with water, and poured it over both of them.Alaric immediately jerked awake and, seeing the woman beside him, quickly pushed her away as though he had nothing to do with her."You're so filthy!" I growled at him. "You couldn't even wait until the rejection ceremony before bringing another woman into our bed."I screamed as loudly as I could. I was filled with pain and anguish, and tears streamed uncontrollably down my face."I hate you so much. Even words can't explain how much I despise you right now."I then walked to my closet and packed all my belongings into the guest room. I couldn't afford to leave my things in th
Elena's POV"We'll have to separate, my love," Alaric said, staring at me. I could see emotions swirling in his eyes.I opened my mouth in shock."But why?" I managed to ask."It's becoming frustrating. I've been receiving a lot of pressure from the elders. I've tried to act like I wasn't bothered, but I'm as bothered as hell. We need an heir, Elena, and since we don't have one, I was asked to dissolve my marriage with you," he said softly."Alaric, I've tried. We both know there's no specific reason why I can't conceive," I said, half screaming. I'd had enough of everyone watching my womb like it was my fault. After going through a series of tests, the doctor said I was fine."I'm sorry, Elena. You know there's little to nothing you can do, but I was forced to," he said, tearing his eyes away from me. I could see tears glistening in his eyes."What? Alaric, I thought you loved me, and you said it didn't bother you if I couldn't conceive. So why this?" I asked, dumbfounded."I do love







