Layla POVI am waiting on the porch for Amy to turn up; we want to celebrate our sixteenth birthday early. Amy was right; we rule the school; it didn't take much to put Sasha and her friends in their place; once they realized I was not going to take shit from any of them anymore, they did what most bullies do and ran. Hearing someone yelling, I see my father leaving Sasha’s house; he is pissed off about something. I duck back inside the house, hoping that he doesn't see me. I survive by keeping out of his sight as much as possible; living with Marian helps keep me safe.Marian is back from her walk, her face is red, and she looks upset,“What’s wrong, Marian?”“Alpha Michael spoke to me, and he insists you move back to the packhouse.”“Why would he want that? Michael doesn't give a shit about me.”“Don't let your father hear you call him by his name Layla. It will make him furious.”I don't intend to let him hear me; it's just my way of telling him to go fuck himself without Michael
Diana POVMichael's last raid was successful, meaning he killed any wolves that did not submit to him. We were busy at the clinic treating the wounded warriors; not one of them would answer any of my questions about where they went or what happened. A few of the older warriors had the decency to look ashamed when I asked them. Michael was furious when he returned home after speaking to Rose. She found her mate amongst the warriors he brought back. I am not sure how I feel about Rose being happy; she has done so much to make my life miserable. Michael and I can't mend the mate bond; it is fractured because of Michael's actions. I would not give Michael a second chance if he begged me.I had mixed emotions about Layla coming home; I wanted her with me, but it will be harder to protect her from Michael. Layla can't do anything right in her father's eyes; he treats her with contempt, trying to crush her confidence every chance he gets. His behavior towards Layla is disgusting.Layla com
Layla POV Amy and I shifted within a week of our sixteenth birthday. My wolf Lea has silver-white fur and emerald green eyes; she is larger than the other female wolves in our pack. If Michael could hear what she thought of him, he would kill me. Lea is sassy and is always up for some mischief. Amy’s wolf is just like her; Ava has black fur and blue eyes, she is smaller than Lea, but her fiery nature makes up for her small stature. It took a while to get used to Lea’s voice constantly in my mind talking to me; she never shuts up. I love the pack runs on a Friday night, Amy and I stay together when we run. We have tripped over so many wolves going at it on the run that we no longer get embarrassed when we see them. Not getting home till late last night, Diana's mind linking me wakes me up, “Layla, you need to wake up; I will come to your room.” “It's Saturday, Diana.” Diana walks into my room, closing the door behind her; she doesn't waste any time. “I wanted to warn you that
Layla POVI have run out of time; I turn eighteen in two weeks. There is something wrong with Diana; she is preoccupied and withdrawn. She leaves the house early every morning looking for herbs; the problem is she never returns with any. My father hasn't noticed as he is too wrapped up in himself and what he wants. I always thought the Alpha was supposed to care about the pack and put their needs first. My father's actions have taught me how wrong I am.I had forgotten it was Monday until I heard Diana calling me. I brushed my teeth, put my hair in a ponytail, and threw on a shirt and shorts; Diana handed me a bacon and egg roll for breakfast as I ran out the door. I catch up with Amy at the school gates. I groan when I see Shasha approaching; her strawberry blonde hair is perfect- her tits are on display for everyone. Sasha is a sneaky bitch who uses her looks and body to manipulate the unmated males of our pack every chance she gets. She reminds me of my father, always nasty and c
Layla POVFinally, it's over, no more school; I have always hated school. My father has enough rules for me without having the pack teachers add theirs. Amy stays at the packhouse with Diana and me most nights as Dad has been out on patrol a lot with Beta Grayson; it works well as we don't have to tiptoe around his moods. I don't know what's wrong with Diana. She has gotten worse, and she won't let us out of her sight.I see Sasha sneaking into the forest to meet Jacob; she thinks nobody knows what she is doing; nudging Amy, I say,“Check out who Sasha is with now.”Turning and looking in their direction, Amy shudders,“That's gross; he is so sleazy; please don't ever leave me alone with him.”I laugh, promising her I won't.We take our bags upstairs; looking out my window, I see Diana in the garden. “Let's see what Diana has planned for tonight” Amy follows me outside,“Hey, Diana, what are you doing,” we say. She turns around and smiles, “Just packing some herbs, girls. I never kn
Nathan POVMy eyes stay on the white wolf until she disappears; a wolf’s night vision is a blessing.I hear Drew's voice behind me,“Not long now, Nathan.” I shift back as he hands me a pair of jeans,“Can't happen soon enough for me, Drew.”“The girl will be here soon,” he whispers,I grimace; there is something off where she is concerned; sensing the red female wolf before we see her; she shifts as she enters the clearing. Neo’s anger rises as she strolls confidently toward us. She is attractive, and she knows it; strawberry blonde hair falls to her shoulders, large brown eyes, she is five foot five inches tall, and large breasts with a slim build. Being naked in front of strange men doesn't bother her in the slightest. Smiling slyly, she slides her body against Drew, making him cringe. “Better you than me, buddy,” I think to myself.“I will keep the scouts and sentinels occupied for you, Alpha Nathan, on the condition I can join your pack,” she states.I look at her, questioning
Sasha POV Hearing my mother and Lyall talking and laughing when I wake up first thing in the morning is the last thing I need. Ever since she found out Lyall was her mate, she acts like a teenager. She has ruined everything with Michael, the stupid bitch, for a bloody warrior and not a very good one considering he submitted to Michael so he could live. I miss the fact that he doesn't come around anymore. He still pays for everything I need and puts my needs above Layla’s, but that is no longer enough as far as I am concerned. Taking matters into my own hands, I have set up a meeting with Michael to determine when he will declare me as his heir. Putting the wolfsbane he wanted in my bag, I hid the odorless capsules in my room; they are for my purposes. Layla and Amy walk into the school; Layla is an easy target. She shocks me as she grabs my throat. She is living my life, but not for much longer. Walking up the stairs, smiling sweetly at Diana, I make my way to Michael's office. “C
Layla POVAmy looks still looks tired at breakfast. “What is the matter, Amy?”She shakes her head as she stands, and I follow her outside.“I think there is something wrong with me, Layla; I keep having the same dream every night.”“For how long, Amy?”“A couple of weeks.”We are sitting on the front porch of the packhouse, and we stop talking as the front door opens. Diana walks out and walks briskly towards Marian's house. Amy raises her eyebrows at me and tries to change the direction of our conversation.“No way, Amy, everyone has left; now, what is the dream about?”She hangs he head as she says,“I am about eight years old; I don't live here; Layla and I have a brother. My home was attacked, and everyone died except another person and me.”“Isn't that kind of what happened to you, though, Amy?”“Yes, but I don't remember having a brother, and the other person was Diana.”“Are you sure it's Diana?”“Yes, it is Diana in my dream.”Shit, no one can help us with this. The only two