My ex-mate has changed.I realized when I intercepted her path outside her university.In the past, she had never been one to snap back or speak out in a sharp tone. Though sometimes she overstepped her boundaries, the tone of her voice had always been gentle, no matter what.No one remains the same as they were in the past. That I knew and my ex-mate was no different. Even I have matured quite a bit from the past.That soft-spoken Selena who always met my gaze with her undying love for me, was no more. Rather, she regarded my appearance with wariness, and I could guess the reason behind her actions.That child.Our son.One that I had no idea about until I stumbled on that ultrasound picture. If I hadn’t searched through Selena’s clothes, perhaps I would never have come across it and remain utterly unaware of my son.‘’Did you find her, Alpha?’’‘’...Yes.’’ With my eyes on the passing scenery, I reply to a pack member stirring the wheel of the car. We just left the amusement park aft
Jared was looking at my son, his son.... our son. A son that he has no idea about or even anyone from the pack.My heart slammed against my chest as the realization struck. Anxiety shot through me like lightning and I was on my feet before I knew it, instinctively positioning myself between the father and son.However, I suppose I shouldn’t have done that. Because my action already made the situation a lot obvious.Werewolves could sense their pups no matter what. Just as there a connection linking mates together as, known as the mate bond, there was a connection linking werewolves to their pups.‘’Lena?’’‘’W-Welcome back, Logan.’’ I tried to smile at Logan who just arrived, but I guess the agitation was that clear on my face that his eyebrows furrowed slightly.‘’What’s wrong?’’ He asks, his eyes flashing with concern. ‘’Are you fine?’’‘’A-Ah..um....’’ Unable to respond with clear words, I glance warily at the spot where Jared still stood only to find him approaching us, and fast a
‘’......’’‘’......’’Neither of us uttered a word as my ex-mate closed the distance between us, and just stare at each other. When I intended to walk past, ignoring his presence, Jared finally said something.‘’Can we talk?’’ He asks, his expression calm and unreadable exactly the same as he acted at the birthday banquet.However, his words were certainly astonishing.Talk?This was utterly ridiculous. ‘’There’s a restaurant nearby and....’’‘’You’re misunderstanding my silence, Mr. Henderson.’’ I interrupt him without hesitation. ‘’We both know there’s nothing for us to talk about.’’Then, I added sharply. ‘’And I want to ask, did you investigate me?’’My gaze narrowed in suspicion. Or else how did Jared appear in my university that he never knew about in the past? Since he hated me in the past, I tried my best not to incur his anger and walked on eggshells around him. Jared was never interested in whatever had to do with me. He made that very clear when I mentioned visiting the h
*Two days later*‘’~Happy birthday to you.’’ I sang along with Logan’s mother, Logan and Stephanie, celebrating my son’s fifth birthday.‘’Make a wish, baby.’’ I tell him with a proud smile, and Lucian blew out the number five-shaped candle on a small cake with a wide toothed grin.‘’Hurray!’’ We all clap our hands, and Lucian joined in with an excited giggle.‘’Can I eat cake now?’’ He asks, his eyes sparkling with anticipation. The sheer cuteness nearly broke my resolve, but I held firm for the sake of his health.‘’No, you can’t, Lucian.’’ I reach out to take off his birthday hat but he dodged my hands with a stubborn little shake of his head.‘’No, mama.’’‘’Alright.’’ I give in to the birthday boy and settled back in my seat.‘’Lena, what time are you leaving?’’ Stephanie glances my way as she assisted Logan’s mother in stirring the pancake batter. Logan, on the other hand, was seated by my side on his phone.I look down at my wristwatch briefly. ‘’Ten, I guess.’’‘’Mama, no amus
If one day I cross path with Jared or anyone from my past, how should I act? What should I do? Should I express my hatred towards them for their false accusation? Should I ignore them as if they never existed? What should I do if they find out about Lucian?I’ve always wondered to myself when I had these thoughts many times.But...I never expected to face someone from my past in this way so unexpectedly, and even this soon.And the first person was my very ex-mate who had rejected me as my twin sister.‘’This is the genius Miss Quinn you’ve praising, father.’’ The Elder’s son speaks out, and I shifted my gaze towards his way, still aware of Jared’s eyes. I repeatedly told myself to be calm and act naturally as though he was a stranger.‘’It’s nice to meet you, Young master Cadel.’’ I extend my hand forward for a handshake with a polite smile. My voice came out strong and not wavering, much to my relief.Rather than shaking my hand, Alaric lifts my hand to his lips.‘’The pleasure is a
Selena’s POV*Before her arrival*‘’Steph, I’m late.’’ I mutter, glancing at the ticking clock now and then.‘’Just give me a minute to do your eyes and lips.’’ Stephanie says unhurriedly with her makeup brush on my cheeks and her eyes gleaming with the kind of focus that only a perfectionist could summon.‘’That’s what you said five minutes ago.’’‘’Relax.’’ She smirks, dabbing her finger on her lipstick and then on my lips. ‘’Beauty comes with sacrifices. Trust me, no one will dare to criticize you for arriving thirty minutes late when looking like this.’’I fall silent at her words.There was point on persuading Stephanie, not when she was determined like this. Ten minutes later, she leaned back, observing my face with pride in her eyes.‘’Done.’’ She declared and moved to help me in the wine dress that shimmered slightly under the lights. My black strapped heels clicked against the floor as I stood with Stephanie adjusting the hem. My hair was done with bouncy curls framed to one