LOGINKaty POVI laughed because the image of Lucian, composed and terrifying Alpha that he was, pulling his expensive sports car to the side of a highway because he couldn't keep his hands to himself was the funniest and most flattering thing I had ever heard."The roadside, Lucian? Really?" I turned in my seat to look at him, an amused smile painting my lips. He didn't answer, his focus on the road like his life depended on it.I could see his jaw was tight and that alone told me everything, he was struggling to control himself.My heart warmed at that. I looked at him for a long moment, taking note of the loosened tie and the way his hand gripped the steering wheel like it was the only thing keeping him sane. Now, we were ten minutes from home and all the patience he showed at the gala was sitting on a very thin wire.So, I decided to cut it.My hand crossed the console slowly, fingers settling on his thigh first, light enough to be ignored. He didn't ignore it. His muscles jumped b
Katy POV " Alpha Lucian." The man in the suit called, extending his hand which Lucian seemed to not want to shake but eventually shook it. It seemed the man was someone important and perhaps Lucian 's rival with how unimpressed he looked." Alpha Valen. What a surprise to see you here?" Lucian replied through gritted teeth, not bothering to hide his displeasure.The man chuckled in return, like he was really enjoying seeing Lucian uncomfortable." You don't need to act like I am your rival in love, Alpha Lucian." The man openly declared, not bothering to be subtle about his words.He then turned to look at me, a mischievous smile on his lips." I have to say though, your mate is Indeed one beautiful woman. I wouldn't mind having someone as beautifully as her by my side." He declared and I suddenly could smell the pregnant tension in the air.Lucian snaked his arms around my waist and pulled me, crashing me into his chest." Be mindful of your words, Alpha Valen. Someone might mistake
KATY POV Elias walked towards us with Viktor by his side and he looked ready to murder someone.Jessica's smug smile disappeared by a look of pure terror." I should have known you were a snake Jessica and I warned you to stay away from Katy. Now I have to learn that you kill Elena? Tell me Jessica, are you tired of living?" Elias muttered.I scrambled to get as far as possible from Jessica. " Are you okay Luna?" Viktor asked and I nodded. I was okay, just terrified. If they hadn't arrived, Goddess knows what my fate would have been. I'd have ended up dead in this lonely place and with no remains for Lucian to collect." I am okay Viktor. Thanks for coming to my rescue." I said and I genuinely meant it.Viktor shook my head." I am not the person you should be thanking Luna. Someone else played a big role in staging this operation to finally get rid of Jessica." Viktor informed me. I frowned, confused." Your Luna is safe and you have Jessica in your clutches. Can I go now?" Celeste
JessicaI leaned against my car watching as Marcus dragged Katy from the car and felt nothing but pure, exhilarating satisfaction.Finally, after months of planning, of careful manipulation and watching that pathetic woman live the life that should have been mine, was ending."Bring her here," I ordered Marcus, who looked like he might vomit at any moment.He was weak but useful. His daughter had been the perfect leverage to ensure his cooperation.Marcus pushed Katy forward, and she stumbled, her emerald dress catching the dying light. Even now, dressed for Lucian's gala, she looked beautiful.It made me hate her even more."Jessica," Katy said, her voice controlled. “ I was wondering who hated me so much to have me kidnapped.” She said and I didn't miss the mockery in her tone.She was provoking me, pushing my demons out and seeing me angry at her taunts.I wasn't going to let her win.So despite the emotions swirling inside me, I managed a smile.“ Told you I won't admit defeat j
KatyIt had been two weeks since the incidents at the garage mysteriously stopped.There have been no more cancelled appointments, no more missing tools and no more suspicious accidents or fake bad reviews.In fact, things had gotten better. Clients who'd previously cancelled had called back, apologizing profusely and rescheduling. Some even left glowing five-star reviews praising our work.It was almost too good to be true."Lucian must have done something," Nova had said yesterday, reviewing our suddenly stellar online ratings. "Maybe he tracked down whoever was behind it and scared them off?" She suggested. But when I'd asked Lucian about it, he'd seemed genuinely confused."I installed the cameras but I haven't caught anyone yet. Viktor's been monitoring the feeds, but nothing suspicious has shown up." That was his reply. "Then why did everything suddenly stop?" I'd asked, trying to bait him to spill the beans. Maybe he thought I would be overwhelmed when I learnt what he did
Celeste POVA mate. A fated mate. That's the last thing I expected to find amidst this mess, not when my life was in shambles. The worst part, my fated mate was hunting me down for being an accomplice in sabotaging Katy's business. Victor, Lucian's beta. What kind of a messed up fate is this? Viktor has seen me in my most humiliating situations, seen me do evil things to Katy yet he still chose to trust me or should I say, give me a chance to prove myself. The evidence he found last night in that abandoned warehouse is enough to convict me. It's enough to send me to prison. He could have arrested me but he didn't. When I struck a deal with him, he considered it and that's why I am here, making my way to meet Jessica and figure out what plan she has against Katy. Although I have managed to block a few blows to Katy's business, it still suffered. I have a feeling Jessica is done targeting her business and wants to go after her. People like Jessica, they always eliminate anythin
Katy POVLucian's smile was infectious and I found myself smiling too. "We won," I corrected breathlessly. "You drove it. That was all you.""It was us." He kissed me again, softer this time. "You're my lucky charm, sweetheart. I'm never racing without you again." He said happily. Lucky charm?Th
KatyThe airport was crowded and bustling with travelers and others who came to say goodbye just like me.I stood with Nova near the security checkpoint, trying desperately not to cry."You better call me every single day," I said, my voice thick with emotion. "I want updates on everything. The pre
Katy POVWe'd barely made it two blocks from the race before Lucian pulled the Huracán into an empty parking garage, tires screeching as he took the entrance too fast."Lucian, what are you…"He cut the engine and turned to me, and the look in his eyes stole my breath. Pure hunger. Raw desire. Th
I was still catching my breath, trembling against Lucian's desk, when he pressed a soft kiss to my forehead."How do you feel?" he asked, his voice gentle."Good. I feel really good." I looked up at him. "Thank you. I needed that."That single release felt like it carried away all the frustrations







