~AZALEA~I gritted my teeth in pain as the guards howled me back into the same place I had tried to escape from. This was not just any kind of pain. It was an indescribable pain of agony and regrets—a pain of not being able to get out of my bondage and probably meet my father once again, a pain of being drawn back to my worst nightmare when I thought I was finally out.At this point, I gave up trying to leave the dungeon ever again, as it was clearly obvious that I was never going to get a chance ever again.August didn't look like he was going to let me out of his sight once again. He was so determined to make me pay dearly for attempting to leave at the first instance.I still wondered how he had changed so quickly, just within a few days of Zoe's arrival. If only he knew her real motive of being with him. If only he had an idea that she was in a relationship with his brother and not him, and that they were only using him as a tool to achieve what they wanted.How could he be so bli
~AZALEA~Of what use was it speaking up anyway, when no one would be willing to listen to what I had to say? Not even August would take me seriously if I told him that Zoe's intentions towards him were not genuine.How else am I supposed to go about this if not keeping my lips sealed—at least for now? As much as I wished to save August from the trouble he was about to get himself into, I couldn't just lay down my life in exchange for his safety.The following morning after the encounter with Zoe, I woke up only to find myself lying next to August.It was hard to believe it at first but after taking a close glance at the person lying beside me, my suspicions were confirmed. It was indeed August.His hand was crossed over my shoulder, pinning me in a possessive manner.I rolled my eyes in disbelief and quietly rolled his hand away, but that was before his eyes went open.I scampered in fear, rolling myself quickly away from him. His eyes trailed mine cautiously, his hands scribbling the
~AZALEA~As we marched on to the entrance, it became clear enough that the person walking towards us was no other person but Zoe!My eyes widened as they traveled to August. I was expecting him to give an explanation for this. Why was Zoe in the supposed place of relaxation he had brought me to? Why does she have to show up now?I was terribly shocked to my marrow as August extended his hand and shook her, offering her a smile. He seemed to have forgotten so soon that he was actually here with me. He was so absentminded that he got lost in a discussion with Zoe, and soon, they were heading towards the entrance door, leaving me behind with the guards.My jaw clenched, a mix of anger and fear engulfing me as I watched them leave. I suddenly felt a bit relieved when August turned around, locking his eyes with mine.He gestured to the guards, pointing an index finger at me. “Bring her with you. She is the sole reason why we are here.” He said and returned his hand to rest on Zoe's shoulde
~AZALEA~“Aug…August?” I managed to choke out, my voice trembled, feeling the entire world crash around me. Time seemed to stretch endlessly and I thought he was bluffing until I saw some men marching towards me boldly.They grabbed my hands and pinned my knees down to the floor, forcing my head up.My eyes locked into August's once again, but this time, it looked like nothing but betrayal. I could feel the remaining pieces of my heart being shattered as I met his gaze.I waited earnestly to see if he would go back on his words and tell these hungry-looking fellows that he never actually meant what he had said earlier.But none of that happened. Instead, he nodded in approval, and it was as if that was the only thing the men were waiting for as they lifted me to my feet and dragged me out of the meeting arena.“Where are you taking me?” I asked in tears, not minding what the repercussion of my question would be. At this point, they had done their worst, and there was absolutely nothin
~August~I felt so fulfilled as I returned to the packhouse with Zoe by my side. For us, it was a mission accomplished. We had finally gotten rid of Azalea and that was obviously the best decision I had ever made in a long time.When we arrived, Gray walked up to us. At first, I was worried, seeing him in the packhouse at such an hour. I never expected him to be here, let alone sitting patiently and awaiting our arrival. But I maintain my composure, approaching him with a smile.“August, where are you coming from?” He asked, looking around restlessly like he had lost something. His gaze came resting on me all of a sudden, and he paused, grabbing my clothes. “Where is Azalea?”My eyes narrowed, reeling in suspense from what I just heard. I raised a brow at him, expecting that he would rephrase his statement, but he never did. His eyes were like a burning fire, fierce and filled with intense anger. “Where the hell is she?!” He asked once again, pushing me slightly.I staggered and man
~August~“Okay, what now?” I asked, keeping my eyes glued to the paper like my whole life depended on it. I couldn't help but wonder where he was trying to go with all these.Gray sighed and locked his eyes in mine. “I was just thinking we could come up with something. You know, maybe we should restrategize and make out a way to capture the real culprit—the man behind that face in the picture which Azalea was found in. What do you think?”“Oh. Of course, that's a good idea. But I'm still skeptical about how we're going to achieve this considering the fact that they are also on the lookout for us. I mean, we are literally a prey before them.” Gray nodded, hand slightly inclined below his chin. He remained silent for a while before raising his head to speak.“Well, in that case, I would only advise that we carry it out in the smartest way possible.” He said, staring at me for affirmation. “We need to be extra careful this time, and we need the guards also to be on the lookout. We can't
~August~Zoe withdrew her gaze, obviously shying away from me.I was trying so hard not to believe that she had said anything about Azalea's whereabouts to Gray, but it was clear enough that she really had.My fists clenched in my sides, my gaze fixed on her. Then I turned to Gray who was still fuming with anger. “Gray, I–”“Save it!” He cut in, shooting a terrifying glare at me. “Save yourself the stress. Why did you have to lie to me when you knew fully well that the person in question was no longer in the pack? Why?!” “Listen, I was about to. But—” “But you didn't deem it fit to tell me? No, go ahead and say it. Just tell me I wasn't supposed to know about it.” His voice laced with venom as he raged out and went on his feet.He turned towards the exit, his heels clicking on the marble ground as he walked away.I walked up to Zoe at once. She had a lot of explaining to do concerning what just happened.“Why did you do that?” I asked, gradually losing my patience. “Talk to me, Zoe
~August~“What just happened in there?” She asked, her voice calm yet demanding.I shot her a puzzled look, wondering if it was really me she was speaking to. “What do you mean? I just saw your father in bed with my mate, yet you stand here and ask me what happened? Are you serious right now?”“Your mate?” She asked, feeling no ounce of shame in what her father had done. “Do I need to remind you that she is no longer your mate? I am your mate, not her!”“Is that what you think?” I asked boldly, closing in the gap between us. For the first time since her arrival in my life, I felt fulfilled telling her my mind.Her eyes narrowed, anger brewing in her eyes. There was no doubt that those words had hurt her deeply.She turned on her heels and walked away, not sparing me a second glance.I headed back at once to the king's chamber, but this time, Azalea was not there.I walked up to the king, and as I got closer to where he was, I couldn't shake off the anger I felt towards him.He had ju
Logan's POV“Logan you should get some sleep, I'll watch her tonight.” I heard Zoe's voice and I turned to glance at her.We had moved back to the pack,I had Gaius treat her at home. I didn't want to leave her alone for a second and that would be possible If she was admitted at home.Different pack rulers, elders and Alphas are trooping in to have a meeting with me, after Avalon's head was hanged in front of the pack border. It was a warning to those who were still after Isabella to breed them heirs.I knew what the people wanted. They wanted to be on the same boat with me,for fear that I was coming after them one after the other but I was too busy to attend to them.I had Frank take charge of pack matters till Isabella woke up.“Logan.” Zoe called, pulling me out of my thoughts.“I'm sorry,I was lost in thought, you were saying?” “Logan.” She sighed deeply. “Let me watch her for tonight, please get some sleep. Isabella wouldn't forgive herself if she woke up and found out that you fe
Logan's POVAfter the Alpha of the Eastern Pack called that he had Avalon and Isabella in his pack,we set out at once. I was so surprised that Alpha Gabriel could rat out Avalon but I knew he did that so I would be indebted to him and so guessed he didn't want trouble for his pack since they were just a group of healers,they weren't trained soldiers. Going against my pack would be the end of them.As Gabriel led me to the place he had settled them in,my heartbeat spiked and twisted in agony,I could feel Isabella around, and she was in pain. I told Gabriel to speed up because things might be getting out of hand, and I was right it did get out of hand.A loud growl escaped from my mouth when I saw Isabella lying naked on the bed and tied down hardly,I looked over and saw Avalon also naked.Son of a gun!I shifted to my wolf form at once and charged at him and he charged also. The battle was an intense one.I had strained my body while trying to look for Isabella so it was kind of diffic
Isabella's POVMy heart beated loudly in my ears as the sun bid its way and the moon gradually showed, soon it was dark. I thought of killing myself but I wasn't bold enough to end my life.I stood up and walked to the bed. I hit my leg hard on the wood. “Shift!!” “Please shift to a wolf!” I yelled as I kept hitting my leg on the wood.I moved from the bed to the wall of the room,I hit my hand on it so hard that I fell to the ground because of the intense pain,I heard myself growl and I saw my claws come out. I whimpered when I felt my bone breaking.I was beginning to shift.“Isabella” The door flung open and my moment was interrupted.The claws that were out had now gone back inside,I no longer felt any pain in my leg. I panted heavily and yelled at Avalon in anger,he was taken aback he sped to me but I shifted back.“What's wrong with you?” He asked while trying to touch me.“Leave me alone!” I ran to attack him.He managed to dodge my attack,I gasped when I didn't see him in fron
Isabella's POVI kept on crying as Avalon forced me Into the boat,I was so scared about Logan I hope he didn't suffer much Injuries. Avalon had hit him seriously with his car when he was chasing after us.“You should stop crying,I hate tears.” Avalon said and I turned to glare at him.“He is going to find me in no time, it's not too late to end your shit!” I flared up.“That he marks you doesn't mean you belong to him,he will get worn out and choose another mate when he doesn't find us.” He replied calmly.I looked away from him to the moving waters,and in a moment I doubted Logan's love for me, if he would really get tired of searching for me and choose another.“Isabella.” Avalon called softly and draped his Jacket on my shoulder.“Can't…you accept me?” He bent down in front of me and stared into my eyes.“I.. can't.” I blinked.“Why?” He reached for my face and touched my chin.“It's because I don't love you.” I said coldly.His hand froze midway and he clenched his fist,I shut my
Logan's POVI had my men surround the area of the house,Dan described where Avalon might me. I sped Inside furiously attacking all the men that threw themselves at me. I trailed Isabella's scent down the basement,my heart leaped as I got nearer to the room.I knocked down the door and as I did I dodged a punch that was almost thrown in my face.“Al...pha!” It was Vanessa.I growled at her and she stepped back in fear,she fell to the ground and bowed her head. I looked around in hope to see Isabella in the room but unfortunately I didn't see her,I growled in pain.“He. took…her.” I heard someone say and I looked to see who it was.“Mandy?” “Avalon took her some minutes ago,it was like he knew you were coming.” She added.I clenched my fist and turned to look at Vanessa one more time.I wished I could just end her but I couldn't for unknown reasons.Vanessa and Mandy are in the building,get them out safely. I'm going after Avalon.’ I sent a mindlink to Frank.'On it.’ He replied and en
Isabella's POV“You.. should have told me…the truth.” Mandy sobbed on my shoulders.I was relieved that she was still alive, Avalon had locked the three of us up, Vanessa,Mandy and I. “I wish for that too, but I couldn't, Logan threatened to hurt you.” “I never knew Mr Avalon was this kind of person,one would have thought Mr Logan was a wicked person.” Mandy said and Vanessa growled in a low voice.“She…is…scary.” Mandy said and I chuckled.That was the first impression I had of Vanessa surprised how Mandy shared the same opinion with me.“We need to find a way to escape.” Vanessa stood up from the ground and walked to the window.“If we can break through or something?” Mandy added.We heard the door knob rattle and our eyes darted to the lock,the door finally opened and Avalon with his men walked in.“Avalon.” I gritted my teeth.“Honey, you need to eat something.” He said and walked slowly to me.Vanessa was quick and blocked him from coming closer to me,But that made Avalon angr
Logan's POVI growled loudly which resonated with the sound of the thunder that was striking,the whole building shook. I snarled at Frank as I tried to break the chains that they used to tie me down.“I want my mate!” I yelled bitterly.I should have known when she hugged me, kissed me and thanked me for everything. I should have held her down and pressed her for her motive but I was too blind to see that it was her saying farewell.I lost it when Brown came to ask Me if I had really given Vanessa the permission to escort Isabella to the house,it was then I connected the dots together but it was too late they had already gone far,I chased after them but I was too late.I swear that when I get Isabella back safely,I would behead Vanessa for betraying me.“LET ME OUT FRANK, I'M YOUR ALPHA!!” I ordered.“Well I don't need an Alpha who is going to kill all his pack members before nightfall, Poor Brown might not be able to use his legs again because of what you did to him!!” Frank yelled a
Logan's POVI growled loudly which resonated with the sound of the thunder that was striking,the whole building shook. I snarled at Frank as I tried to break the chains that they used to tie me down.“I want my mate!” I yelled bitterly.I should have known when she hugged me, kissed me and thanked me for everything. I should have held her down and pressed her for her motive but I was too blind to see that it was her saying farewell.I lost it when Brown came to ask Me if I had really given Vanessa the permission to escort Isabella to the house,it was then I connected the dots together but it was too late they had already gone far,I chased after them but I was too late.I swear that when I get Isabella back safely,I would behead Vanessa for betraying me.“LET ME OUT FRANK, I'M YOUR ALPHA!!” I ordered.“Well I don't need an Alpha who is going to kill all his pack members before nightfall, Poor Brown might not be able to use his legs again because of what you did to him!!” Frank yelled a
Isabella's POVClaws came out of my hands as I watched the video of Mandy who was strapped to a chair,her face was red and swollen . I couldn't believe Avalon would stoop so low to get to me.He had kidnapped her and his only demand that he wouldn't kill her was if I surrender myself and walk straight into his pack.The screen turned off and I looked at who interrupted.“You are bleeding.” Logan pointed to my hand.I looked at where he pointed,I clench my hand so tightly that my claws pierce into my skin. Logan sighed and went to his desk he Brighton out his handkerchief and came to clean my blood.“We'll get her back,I promise.”“He…is.. going to kill her,if I don't go to him.” I muttered.The last thing I wanted was Mandy dying because of me,I would never forgive myself.“My men are out there, we'll launch a secret attack on his pack and get her out safely.” Logan said.Logan's assurance didn't still make me feel relieved, launching an attack would make Avalon kill Mandy without hesi