LOGINJason’s POV“Sophia, what happened?” Kieran’s eyes widened. “She’s missing? Where was she last seen? Holy shit. Okay, I’m on my way.”My stomach dropped to the floor as Kieran said those words. I stood there, frozen, watching him go.Sophia had called him and told him Nora was missing.How could I h
Charlotte’s POVIt was another warm, sunny Saturday, and Nora was excited to get outside so she could sketch more insects. I helped her get dressed in her overalls and a light sweater underneath, as there was a cool breeze, and then we headed outside right after breakfast.While Nora ran ahead, alre
The bar we met at was nothing short of a dive, though. The lighting was dim and the air was filled with smoke, and the patrons were the type to not care who came or went so long as no one ratted them out for being there, too.I found Sophia sitting in a corner booth, casually smoking a cigarette wit
Jason’s POV“I can’t believe you, Jason! After all we’ve been through, I can’t believe you would betray me like this! You fucking asshole!”Jessica threw my phone at me with enough force to knock me out. Thankfully, I caught it before it caused any damage, but the evidence of my actions was still gl
I could see the moment it hit Charlotte. One moment her teeth were gnashing, and the next she was letting out a sigh of relief and sinking down into the pillows, completely exhausted.My chest tightened as I watched her face smooth out. I recalled that night from weeks and weeks ago, when she’d slee
Kieran’s POVI was half-asleep, my back hurting from the springs in the small sofa bed, when I heard it.Someone was moaning on the other side of the room. Low at first, then higher-pitched, long and drawn out like a keening wail. My eyes shot open in the darkness, and in my partially asleep state,
Charlotte’s POVMy face went aflame.Whore.The word stared up at me, mocking me, ugly and hateful. No wonder people were laughing at me.“Who did this?” I demanded, spinning around to face the hallway. Several servants were lingering nearby, pretending to be busy with their tasks. “Who put this on
Charlotte’s POVThe Alpha’s face went beet red.“What did you just say to me?” he snarled.“You heard me.” I lifted my chin. “Get your own drink.”The room was so silent now you could hear a pin drop. All eyes were on me. Beside me, I could feel Kieran’s shoulders radiating tension, but I held the A
The ride was silent. Kieran stared out the window, and I kept my hands folded in my lap. I refused to look at him.When we arrived at the venue—a large estate owned by another pack—Kieran finally spoke.“You’re dressed differently tonight,” he pointed out flatly.I glanced at him. “I don’t want you
Kieran’s POVI stormed into the kitchen. The staff scattered like roaches when I entered, but I didn’t care about them. My eyes locked onto the new head cook, who was standing at the counter kneading dough for tomorrow’s bread.“You,” I said.She looked up at me. “Alpha Kieran. Can I help you with s







