Ava stood in a corner of the stair, staring at them blankly, with absolutely no emotions or feeling in her eyes.โHow can you laugh so freely Lucian?โ. She murmured to herself.She walked towards them.โMy clothes are still at my place, I would like to go get them!โ. She murmured coldly.Lucian stared at her, signing as he puffed out another smoke.โKayla would go get them, my men would be kicking up Nathan when heโs done with class so you donโt have to worry!โ. He responded.โThey are my clothes, I donโt need Kayla to get them for me, I can go by myself!โ.Lucian raised an eyebrow, a smirk playing on his lips.โThen letโs goโ. Lucian muttered, standing up.โWhy?โ. Ava almost yelled.โI mean I can go alone, why must you follow me?โ. Lucian took a step closer to her, his eyes narrowing.โBecause I donโt trust you to go alone. Youโre still a liability, Ava. And until I know for sure that you wonโt try to run or do something stupid, youโre not going anywhere without me or my men by your
โYour parents fucking killed my biological mother and father, but yet I still sleep and wake up next to the daughter of my parents murder. Even though your parent killed mine, making a fucking orphan I still love and respect you Ava. Despite the pain they caused me, I still care for you. What more do you want?โ. He screamed, staring at her helplessly.โDo you have any idea what I wanted to do to you? I wanted to make you pay, I wanted to watch you beg for mercy and suffer the same way my parents did. I wanted to make you pay for your fatherโs sin because then, every fucking time I look at you all I see is my parentโs mudererโ. He gritted in pain.โBut I couldn't bring myself to do that, you know why? Because those captivating blue eyes of yours trap me like a bird in a cage, and I couldn't bear to hurt you. You're so innocent and pure that I'm afraid my touch would tarnish you. But all you ever see is your own pain, Ava."Ava sat in stunned silence, her mind reeling from the bombshell
โFuck, I miss you! I miss you so fucking muchโ. He moaned, kissing her neck as he kept inhaling her scent.She closed her eyes, savouring the feeling of his lips on her skin.โThen, Take me Lucian, I am all yours!โ. She responded. Lucian stopped, pulled back from her as he stared at her, his expression unreadable.โDo you think you can make me forgive you with just sex Ava?โ. He smirk.Her eyes widened in shock.โNo, I.. I am sorry, I did not meanโฆ.โ. She was cut short by his lips on hers.โFucking yes, you can!โ. He murmured, kissing her aggressively.He picked her up, leading her into a random room.โFuck, you smells so ducking good love!โ. He murmured, unlocking the door as he lay her on the bed, aggressively tearing her top.โLucian, that was my favourite too!โ. She whined.โI will get you more, love!โ.He growls, taking in one of her nipples, sucking it hard as Ava titled her bed back in pleasure, her fingers gripping the bed sheet tightly.He kept biting and switching from one
โNow let's eat, my baby must be hungry!โ. He teased, grabbing the plate of pancake.โLucian Iโm pregnant!โ. Ava said.โI know, love!โ.โDo you want to kill our baby?. Ava asked.Lucian's eyes widened in shock.โWhat do you mean by that?โ. He murmured.โThe last time you cookedโฆ.โ.Lucian laughed, interrupting her.โPoint of correction, love. The last time Oliver cooked. I can cook! Very well!โ. He laughed.Ava raised an eyebrow, staring at him suspiciously.โI promise I can make good food, see itโs good!โ. Lucian said, taking a bite of the food.Ava hesitated for a moment, but then decided to trust him and took a bite of the pancake. To her surprise, it was delicious.โWow, you werenโt kidding! This is really good!โ. Ava exclaimed.It was fluffy and light, and it melted in her mouth.โYou really can cook!โ. She exclaimed, taking another bite.โSee? I told you!โ. Lucian said, beaming with pride.โWhere did you learn to cook?โ. Ava asked.Lucian smiled. โMy mother taught me when I was a
*AT LUCIANO RUSSO MANSION*Lucian and Ava walked into the house hands in hands, smiling as they stared at each other.โOh goodness, look who we have here!โ. Enzo screamed happily, rushing towards them.โItโs good to have you back, sister-in-law!โ. He smirks.โSomeone is finally in her senses!โ. Kayla smirks, folding her hand over her chest.โWelcome back Ava!โ โI was just here yesterday, why are yโall saying welcome back!โ. Ava murmured, bowing her head.โYou were here but not exactly here, I mean you were so cold and distant!โ. Enzo responded.โIโm sorry about that!โ. She whispered.โNah, itโs fine.We all know whatโs going on with you, itโs obvious you were in a feud with my brother and I knew this will end today because I saw the way you both were looking at each other, especially when you just came in.โ Enzo teased.โDonโt even start, Enzo.โ Lucian warned.โWe will be in our room!โ. He added, wrapping his arm around Avaโs waist as they walked away.โTake it easy, sheโs pregnant
Kayla was on a video call with Lucas, whining and telling him how much she misses him.โWhen will you be here? Lucian, Drake and Enzo, they are all taunting me for being the single one here!โ. She whined like a child.Lucas laughed.โSo you only missed me because of that, how bad of you baby!โ. He frowned.โNo!โ. โSo tell me, did you miss me? My little warrior princess?โ. He teased her.Kayla bites her lips shyly, blushing hard.โI miss you Lucas!โ. She murmured.Lucas smiled, feeling a warmth in his chest at her words."I miss you too, Kayla. I'll be there soon, I promise. Just hold on a little longer," he reassured her.Kayla nodded, feeling a sense of comfort in his words."I can't wait to see you, Lucas. I feel so lost without you here," she admitted.โOh my goodness, Kayla. You just give me goosebumps. Talk to me like this when Iโm back, ok?โ. He teased her.Kayla giggled, feeling herself blush at his words. "I'll make sure to do that," she said."I want to hear your voice every
โIf itโs about your parents, of course they will be there. I canโt deprive them of the right to their only daughter's wedding!โ. Lucian smiled, kissing her.โItโs not about that!โ. She murmured.Lucian stared at her worriedly, cupping her face.โI promise you Ava, there will be no problem on that day, we have not even decided on the day yet so relax love!โ. He teased her.โWill you leave the mafia for me?โ. Ava's question hung in the air, the weight of it palpable. Lucian's smile faded as he looked at her, his expression serious."Ava, you know I can't just walk away from the life I've built. It's not that simple," he said, his voice tinged with regret."But I can promise you this - I will do everything in my power to keep you safe and to make sure that our future is secure. I will always put you first, no matter what," he vowed, his eyes searching hers for understanding.โLucianโฆโ.โLove, itโs not that easy to leave the mafia! Not when Iโm the don!โ. He started.โGetting into the ma
โ1โ. Lucian began counting.โ2โ. โWhy are you counting!?โ.โShh, donโt ruin it!โ. Lucian smirk.โ3โ. He laughed, sipping his drink.โ4โ.โ5โโHow dare you Lucas!โ. Kayla screamed out loud.โThere! I warned himโ. Lucian laughed.Lucas stood frozen in the doorway, a sheepish grin on his face as Kayla glared at him with her hands on her hips.โI told you she hates surprises,โ Lucian said, trying to stifle his laughter.โSurprise!โ Lucas said, trying to recover from the awkward situation.Kayla rolled her eyes and shook her head, but a small smile tugged at the corners of her lips.โWell, I guess itโs a good thing I love you,โ she said, walking over to give Lucas a hug.Lucas breathed a sigh of relief as he hugged her back, grateful that his surprise hadnโt completely backfired.โNext time, just give me a heads up,โ Kayla said with a playful glint in her eye.โNoted,โ Lucas said with a chuckle, happy to see that his surprise had ultimately been a success.โI got you something!โ. Lucas wh
**TWO WEEKS LATER**โAva, youโre gonna be late to your wedding!!โ. Kayla screamed.โThe wedding started an hour ago, and youโre not even dressed yet!โ. Her mother screamed too.Lucian had brought back her parents two days after he proposed to her, apologising to them for her he had done."But I'm not ready!" Ava protested, panicking. "I need more time!""There is no more time," Kayla said, trying to stay calm. "We need to get you dressed and out the door right now."โHow long will you keep the poor man waiting?โ. Her mother asked.โWe are almost done!โ. Sophia said, curly the last of Avaโs hair.โAinโt you going to the wedding?โ. Kayla asked Sophia.โWhy wonโt i? Of course Iโm going!โ. โAnd you ainโt dressed yet?โ. Kayla gasped, helping Ava with her dress.โIโm not the bride, itโs fine if I get there late!โ. โOh thatโs nice, at least I will be the only one to catch the flower!โ. โLike you wanna get married any time soon!โ. Ava chuckled.Sophia laughed and rolled her eyes. "I'm in no
Ethan shook his head, still chuckling. "Look, man, Ava loves you. She's not going to say no. Just take a deep breath, gather your courage, and ask her. You've got this.""Okay, okay," he said, waving his hands in surrender. "I'm being ridiculous. But it's a big moment for me, and I want everything to go perfectly.""Of course you do," Ethan said, his smile softening. "But remember, the most important thing is your love for each other. All the other stuff - the flowers, the fancy restaurant, the perfect proposal - that's all just icing on the cake.""I know," Lucian said, taking another deep breath. "Thank you!โ. โSheโs here!โ. Enzo announced as the light immediately went off.Lucian's heart leapt into his throat as the reality of the moment hit him. In just a few minutes, he would be asking Ava to spend the rest of her life with him. "We will leave you to it," Ethan said, giving Lucian a final smile. "Just be yourself and everything will be fine."Lucian nodded, his mouth suddenly
**A WEEK LATER**Sophia, Kayla, and Ava were gathered in Ava's bedroom, surrounded by a sea of clothes and accessories. Ava was getting ready for her date with Lucian, and the girls were determined to make sure she looked absolutely stunning."Okay, what about this one?" Sophia asked again, holding up a beautiful, flowy gown. "What do you think, Ava?". She asked, showing her the eighth dress.Ava examined the dress and nodded in approval. "I love it. It's perfect for tonight."โNo, that looks too simple. We need something hotโ. Kayla disagrees, searching for something else."You don't want to look too simple,"Sophia said. "We need something that will make Lucian's jaw drop.""What about this one?" Sophia asked, holding up a black, sparkling dress."Oooh, now we're talking," Kayla said, winking at Ava. "That will definitely make an impression.""But is it too much?" Ava asked, feeling a little unsure. "I don't want to look like I'm trying too hard. Itโs just a date""Oh please," Kayla
"I'm sorry, Kayla," he said, his voice cracking. "I have to do this. But that doesn't mean that I won't miss yโall or I won't always care about you. You are all a part of my heart, and that will never change."โWhat are you saying?โ. Drake chuckled, looking at everyone.โWho said youโre leaving without us?โ. Enzo added, smiling as he lock hand with drake.โWe are all going with you!โ. Kayla said.Lucian's eyes widened in surprise, and he felt a wave of hope wash over him. "Are you serious?" he asked, his voice full of wonder."Of course we're serious," Drake said, a smile spreading across his face. "We're your pack, and we're not going to let you leave without us. You're stuck with us, whether you like it or not."Lucian felt his eyes well up with tears, and he couldn't help but laugh through his tears. "I think I can live with that," he said, his voice choked with emotion."Thank you," he whispered, not sure if he was speaking to Drake or the Goddess or both. "Thank you for everythin
โChill, Iโm just hugging my brother, Iโm not stealing him away from you!โ.โNo, not that!โ. He said, his tone serious, causing Lucain to disengage from Enzo and far him.โWhatโs wrong?โ. Lucian asked, turning to face drake.โI c-canโt feel your alpha aura!โ. Drake murmured. Lucian's heart skipped a beat as he processed what Drake had said. "What do you mean you can't feel my alpha aura?โ. He closed his eyes, trying to sense his own alpha aura, but it was gone. He opened his eyes, and saw the concern on Drake's face. "It's like you're no longer a werewolf," Drake said, his voice filled with worry. "But you're not a human eitherโ. Drake looked at him, worry etched on his face. "I don't know," he said. "You feel...different."โOliver!โ. Lucian called in his head, silencing begging and praying he would get a response.โPlease donโt do this to me, I havenโt even made a decision yet. Fucking answer me Oliver!โ. He yelled in his mind.Lucian's heart was pounding in his chest as he waite
Lucian stood still, his eyes fixed on the horizon. He didn't know what to say, or how to respond. Part of him wanted to lash out, but he knew that wouldn't help. And not long after, the goddess came back.โLucian, what do you wish for?โ. She asked, her tone firm and commanding.Lucian smirks, taking two steps closer.โI wish to sever all connections with the werewolves," he said, his voice steady and resolute. "But I want to keep my lycan. I want to be free from their influence, and I don't want to lose a part of myself in the process."โWhat???โ. She gasped in surprise.โThat is two wishes not one!โ. โSo? Two wishes is too much for your powers and you canโt fulfil them?โ. Lucian asked arrogantly.The goddess raised an eyebrow, looking amused by Lucian's cheeky remark. "Two wishes is not too much for my powers," she said, her tone teasing. "But I am curious why you would make such a request. Why are you so desperate to escape the werewolves? Or youโre just a coward, just a little pa
"I...I don't know," he said, his voice shaking. "I just...I just want to be happy with Ava and the kids. But I don't know what that looks like without Oliver." Lucian murmuredโI know it's a difficult decision, Lucian. But I'll support you no matter what you choose. Whether you want to sever our connection or not, I'll always be here for you." Oliver said, trying to hide the pain and fear in his voice.โWe donโt have all day Lucian, I will come back again in two hours, make your decision before then, Lucian. And as for you alpha Edward, await your punishment!โ. She said, smiling mysteriously.Alpha Edward stiffened, his eyes widening. "Punishment?" he asked, a note of fear in his voice. "What kind of punishment?""You will find out soon enough," the moon goddess said, her tone enigmatic. "I will return in two hours, so prepare yourself." With that, she vanished into thin air, leaving Lucian and Alpha Edward alone in the dark.Lucian turned to Alpha Edward, his expression solemn. "Wha
**AT THE PACK**โOh no!โ. Vanessa murmured fearfully.โWhat's wrong?โ. They all asked at once.โAlpha Edward did not take the portion!โ. She gasped, showing them the vail.โThat is not possible I gave them to him myself!โ. Enzo murmured, staring at the portion in Vanessa's hand.โFuck!โ. She murmured frustratedly, running her hands through her hair.โThis is bad!โ. She added.โWhatโs gonna happen now?โ. Enzo murmured."This is bad," Enzo said, his brow furrowed in concern. "If Alpha Edward doesn't take the portion, he could die."โI don't know,โ Vanessa said, her voice trembling. โI can't believe this is happening,โ Vanessa said, shaking her head in disbelief. โWhy would he not take the portion?โ.โProbably felt too guilty and proud to take it!โ. Kayla said, rolling her eyes.โThereโs only three hours left before midnight!โ. Vanessa murmured.โVanessa, will he be fine?โ. Enzo murmured, fear written all over his face.โThat only depends on your goddess!โ.*โข*โข*โข*โข*โข*โข*โข*โข*โข*โข*โข*โข*โข*โข*
โMy whole life has just been based on lies.. lies. Everyone I loved had lied to me. I never did anything wrong!โ. โI will never forgive you for this!โ. I swore.His eyes widened in shock, โno please. You need to let go of your anger or else you will never get out of here!โ. โIโm sorry, I know what I did was wrong and I am not asking you to forgive me butโฆโฆ. F-for the sake of the love and respect you have for me!โ. I rush towards him, grabbing him by the collar.โI have no love or respect for you, Edward!. You do not deserve any of my respect love. You do not deserve to be my father!โ. I yelled angrily. โFor 24 years, I have been hating on people that I was not supposed to. I had deprived Ava of the love of her parents, thinking they were the cause of my problem, and you dare speak of love and respect?โ. Edward's eyes widened in shock as I continued to speak, my voice shaking with anger and hurt."I have spent years blaming others for my own mistakes, for the sin you committed. I