Alisha's POV "Money, money, money! Haha!" I dreamt of lying and rolling around on a mountain made of money, but my blissful reverie was abruptly interrupted by an annoying sound. With an unpleasant groan, I reluctantly opened my eyes and sat up, taking in my surroundings. I found myself lying on the same bed as before, and I instinctively checked the bandage on my left hand, noticing that it had been changed to a fresh one. It must have been Mireya, caring for me after I had lost consciousness. The memories of the events leading up to my blackout flooded my mind, and I couldn't help but feel a surge of anger towards Archie. How could I endure staying here with him for a whole week? The ten thousand dollars suddenly seemed like a paltry sum to compensate for the pain and frustration I would experience with that mean man. It was a terrible deal, and I was supposed to demand more money from that heartless bastard. After all, he had spent fifty million dollars on Erma to buy the ring
Archie's POV Stephenie's eyes narrowed, her tone dripping with condescension. "Alisha, how dare you insult Gertha? She was personally chosen by me. I command you to show her the respect she deserves!" I couldn't believe my ears. My mother-in-law was asking me to respect my husband's mistress. The audacity of it all! It used to sting, and it used to make me sad, but now, I was beyond caring. However, Mireya was innocent in all this. Stephenie's condescending attitude had always infuriated me, and now seeing her mistreat Mireya, I couldn't bear it any longer. My voice dripped with determination as I stood my ground, "No matter what you want, Stephenie, you have no right to treat Mireya like this! She is only following the Alpha's orders." Stephenie let out a dismissive laugh, clearly amused by my defiance. "Orders? Alpha's orders? Don't make me laugh, Alisha. Archie is my son, and you should learn your place as the Luna." I glared at Stephenie, my gaze fierce and unwavering. "I
Archie's POV"Archie, you embarrassed me in front of everyone. They come from the Blue Lake, renowned she-wolves with great strength and skill. How could you treat me like this!" Stephenie complained, her voice filled with frustration and disappointment as she confronted me in my study room.I let out a weary sigh, sinking back into my chair. "Mom, that she-wolf attacked my wife. How dare she! It was an act of aggression, and I could even interpret it as a signal to start a war!"Stephenie crossed her arms over her chest, standing in front of me across the desk. "You're being too sensitive, Archie.""Why did you bring them to my pack?" I demanded, my voice tinged with anger. The situation had escalated far beyond what I had anticipated."Archie, I'm sorry that I let you marry Alisha. I know you've never been fond of her either. So, I found other suitable girls for you. They are more likely to give you healthy offspring," Stephenie explained, her tone t
Alisha's POVAs Mireya continued tending to my wounds, Stephenie descended the stairs with a mixture of anger and hatred etched across her face. "Alisha, you may have won this time, but don't be so proud. I refuse to acknowledge your identity."I couldn't help but roll my eyes in response to her bitter words. Who cared about Stephenie's approval anyway? She had made it clear that she despised me from the beginning, and her opinion held no significance in my life. However, I chose to remain silent this time, recognizing that Stephenie's fury stemmed from her failure to obtain what she desired from Archie. The intensity of her glare conveyed a deep-seated frustration, as if she longed to tear me apart.While I relished the moment of Stephenie's impotence, I knew it was best to avoid further provocation. I quickly made up an excuse to leave, not wanting to further incite her anger.Seeking solace, I retreated to the garden, taking a seat to clear my mind. As I conte
Archie's POV As I witnessed Alisha's tear-stained face, panic coursed through me. Her tears glimmered like diamonds under the unforgiving sunlight. Desperate to comfort her, I reached out, but her expression remained distant, as if she was looking beyond me, lost in her thoughts. Once, her vibrant eyes used to radiate warmth, even when I pushed her away and asked her to stay clear of me. She was like an endearing little puppy, always displaying her sweet smile, regardless of my coldness. I was used to her unwavering kindness and adorability. But now, I would have preferred her fiery retorts or passionate arguments over this blank stare. She felt so distant, as though I might never be able to touch her again. "Alisha, did you hear what I said?" I gently cupped her face, worry evident in my voice. After what felt like an eternity, Alisha finally mustered a faint smile. She didn't respond but stood up and walked away. I tried to say something, but she raised her hand, gesturing
Alisha's POVI stormed into the bedroom, filled with anger, and pounded the bed a few times.Archie, that despicable scumbag, had the audacity to ask me to help raise his illegitimate child with Erma. I saw through his true colors before and completely gave up on him. In just a week's time, I would be leaving this place, never having to lay eyes on that jerk again.With these thoughts swirling in my mind, I dialed Nova's number to let her know that I was safe. To my surprise, her voice sounded excited on the other end. "Aisha, how was your night? How was Louie in bed? Did he satisfy you?"I couldn't help but roll my eyes at her assumptions. "Come on! Louie and I didn't have sex. We are just friends. I returned his clothes and invited him for a cup of coffee. Oh, I rushed out yesterday and forgot to pay..." Suddenly, an important realization hit me. It was all Archie's fault. His incessant pressure had caused me to leave in a hurry, forgetting to settle th
Alisha's POVI glared at Archie, my frustration bubbling beneath the surface. "Knocking on someone's door before entering is basic courtesy, Archie. Regardless of who you are, it's common decency to respect personal boundaries."Archie, ever the arrogant alpha, strode over to me, crossing his arms in defiance. He towered over me, his presence looming. "But this is also my bedroom. What's the problem with me coming back to my own room?"I gritted my teeth, realizing that he was right. It was his room, too, and I couldn't deny him that. I needed to keep my cool, reminding myself that I would soon ask for his permission to free me out. Suppressing the urge to hurl a pillow at his face, I took a deep breath and asked, "So, what do you want from me?"Archie cleared his throat, his confidence wavering. "Do you want to go out and have some fun?"Confusion clouded my mind as I tried to comprehend his sudden suggestion. Archie noticed my bewilderment and co
Alisha's POVThe next day, I left the Golden Crest, determined to start my music career. As I arrived at the Onew music studio, my determination to get this job grew stronger. I made sure to arrive 15 minutes earlier than the scheduled interview time, eager to demonstrate my respect.Upon entering the studio, I was greeted by the secretary, who informed me that Director Jerome Benefield was currently in a meeting and asked me to wait. Two hours passed by, and my legs began to grow numb from the prolonged sitting. Finally, the secretary signaled that I could go in for the interview, and I eagerly made my way into Director Benefield's office.As I entered, I was met with a critical gaze from the man himself. His piercing eyes examined me from head to toe, and his sharp voice cut through the air, questioning my punctuality. "Theresa? You're late. I don't like people who have no sense of time."Taken aback by his accusation, I furrowed my brows and replied, d