Archie's POVThe echoes of Alisha's departure reverberated through the empty halls of our home. Consumed by anger and confusion, I sought solace within the confines of my work, shutting myself away from the world. Maid Mireya, concerned for my well-being, made futile attempts to coax me into eating, but my appetite had been extinguished by Alisha's hurtful words.I seethed with resentment, unable to fathom why she constantly sought to reject me, the Alpha of the Golden Crest pack. The audacity of her actions left me reeling, for without my guidance, her uncle Joey and their pack, the Black Furies, would falter in their endeavors.Alisha had crossed a line this time, pushing the boundaries of my patience with her manipulative antics. I refused to indulge her any longer, determined to make her realize the consequences of her actions. The tempest of anger within me swirled, fueled by the knowledge that her tricks were designed to gain my attention.Furthermore, my friend Louie, oblivious
Archie's POVA wave of astonishment, anger, and hurt crashed over me, threatening to drown my senses. How could Alisha, my wife, possibly entertain the thought of seducing another man? I struggled to comprehend the reality before me, knowing deep down that she was lost in a haze, mistaking me for a stranger. Unable to suppress my tumultuous emotions, I confronted her, my voice laced with a mix of disbelief and vulnerability. "You... you want to sleep with me? Are you not afraid of the consequences if your husband were to find out?"My heart raced as I awaited her response, the air thick with tension. Alisha, her arms wrapped around my neck, offered a disarming smile in return. "Haha, he doesn't care about me at all! Don't mind him. But... I have no money for you..."Her words struck me like a bolt of lightning. Money? What was she even talking about? Confusion mingled with my anger as I struggled to comprehend her train of thought. "Money? What on earth are you insinuating?"Alisha's
Archie’s POVI approached Alisha with determination, bending down to firmly grasp her arms and pull her out from the shelf. She resisted, flailing and striking me with an open hand. "Get off me! I am the Luna of the Golden Crest! How dare you..." her voice trailed off as I tightened my grip."STOP!" I growled, my patience wearing thin. In a moment of frustration, I delivered a harsh slap to her bottom. Moon Goodness, dealing with this woman was more challenging than facing ten rogues! The audacity she displayed was maddening.Alisha stared at me in disbelief, her eyes brimming with tears. "You hit me?" Her voice trembled with both shock and anger. "I'll tell my husband! He will tear you into pieces, your son of..."Ignoring her threats and profanities, I carried her forcefully and placed her into the bathtub. "Your husband hopes you can behave, understand?" I spoke sternly, my tone leaving no room for negotiation.Alisha screamed and desperately tried to escape, but I firmly pressed h
Alisha's POVI dashed through the dense forest, my heart pounding in my chest. The weight of fear hung heavily on my shoulders as I listened to the menacing barks drawing closer. Every fiber of my being screamed at me to run faster, to escape the clutches of the relentless beasts chasing me. I could feel the exhaustion seeping into my bones, my body aching from the wounds that adorned my face. But I knew I couldn't stop. To halt would mean certain doom, torn apart by the ferocious wolves that pursued me.Gasping for breath, I pushed my legs to their limits, my ragged breaths mingling with the frigid air. The moon, its cold and pale glow, served as my only witness in this treacherous forest. Suddenly, the trees around me erupted in a fiery inferno, flames licking the sky. The once dark forest now became a terrifying blaze, engulfing everything in its path. Thick black smoke billowed into the night, obscuring the moon's distant gaze.Trapped within the inferno, I felt the scorching heat
Alisha's POVThe aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air as I stepped into the bustling café, seeking solace in its cozy atmosphere. It had been a tumultuous week, and I needed a moment to gather my thoughts. As I scanned the room, my eyes settled on a familiar face—Louie.I made my way towards his table, clutching a garment bag tightly in my hand. Louie looked up from his book, happiness illuminating his hazel eyes as he recognized me."Theresa!" he exclaimed, a smile spreading across his face. I returned his smile, a sense of comfort settling over me as I took a seat opposite him. "Louie, sorry to have you wait for me."He closed his book, his gaze filled with kindness. "Never mind. I just arrived. What would you like to drink?""After you, don't forget, it's on me today."Louie smiled and nodded, signaling to the waiter for our orders. As we waited for our drinks, I reached into the garment bag, retrieving Louie's clothes."Here is your coat. Thank you for lending it to me,"
Archie's POVThe incessant ringing of my phone shattered the tranquility of the morning. Annoyed, I picked it up to find Erma's name flashing on the screen. Reluctantly, I answered, bracing myself for another one of her incessant requests."Archie, I'm afraid you were too busy to check my message last night, so I had to call," Erma's voice echoed through the receiver. "I need to see you. I have something important to report."I sighed, irritation evident in my tone. "Tell Brad what you need. I don't have time for this.""No, Archie, it's not about asking for anything from you," Erma's voice trembled with urgency on the other end of the line. "I've stumbled upon a secret about Alisha."My brow furrowed instantly, my annoyance shifting to concern. "Stay away from her," I warned sharply.She pleaded with me, tense evident in her voice. "Archie, please, just hear me out. Alisha doesn't deserve to be the Luna of the Golden Crest. I'm at Centro Cafe. Come here, and I'll show you I'm right."
Alisha's POVI gazed at Archie, my eyes filled with a potent mix of anger and betrayal. How could this bastard have the audacity to blame me? It was he who had shattered our marriage vows, his infidelity an open secret, a betrayal of our sacred bond beneath the watchful eye of Moon Goodness."What the hell do you want?" I seethed, my voice laced with a venomous rage. "I don’t care which bitch you love, just stay away from me and don't you dare intervene in my life! I am not your pet, bound to obey your every whim!"Archie's face contorted with a mixture of shock and frustration. "What nonsense are you speaking?" he retorted, his voice laced with disbelief."Don't you dare pretend to be innocent in front of me!" I spat, my words dripping with bitterness. "I am not a fool. I see through your deceit!""Are you still lost in a hallucination?" Archie shot back, his voice filled with an exasperated incredulity. "Do you even comprehend the words that are coming out of your mouth?""No! I am
Alisha's POVI rolled my eyes, turning my head away. "I know I don't have a wolf, you needn't remind me again, my honorable Alpha," I retorted. Accepting the reality of being a disabled werewolf was one thing, but hearing it from Archie's mouth reignited my feelings of inadequacy."No, no, that's not what I meant," Archie quickly clarified, a genuine excitement in his voice. "Your Gift is incredible, Alisha! I've never seen other werewolf's Gift like this before. Why didn't you tell me about this sooner?"I sighed, feeling sad. We had been married for two years, but my husband Archie even didn't know what my Gift was. "There's no need. My Gift can only work on me, and only for minor cuts. Its power fades quickly if the wound is too severe. The most important thing is, I can't use it to heal others. So, it's essentially a useless Gift." And sometimes, it failed even in treating my own wounds, like that day when I was preparing a special meal for Archie to celebrate our wedding anniversa