AZALEA “Not so fast, brother!” Gray yelled and set his leg high in motion, hitting whoever it was he had aimed at.He accidentally lost his grip on me, and the last thing I could remember was that I slipped off his hands and came crashing to the floor.~I woke up the next morning with a pounding headache and sunlight seeping through unfamiliar curtains. My stomach burned as I sat up, taking in the strange room. I looked around helplessly, yet there was nothing about the room that seemed familiar. Fear engulfed me as I restlessly began to wonder how I had gotten here. My neck ached badly as I tried to turn, and just then the door creaked open with a mighty force.I fixed my gaze at the spot, hoping I would get some help or explanation from whoever it was that would step in. A wave of disappointment and panic set in when I saw Gray walk into the room instead, having some men behind him. He waved his hand at the men and they left the room without a single word.“I see you're awake
AZALEA I froze at the spot, redirecting my gaze to the door to see who the intruder was.Panic coursed through my veins as I finally saw who it was. It was Gray. He marched into the room, glaring at me like he had been eavesdropping on my conversation with the maids all along.Of all times to show up, why does it have to be now? I slowly returned to where I was sitting, scared of what his reaction would be.But that didn't stop him from doing what he had in mind. He circled his hand around my neck, gripping me in a chokehold, his face barely an inch away from mine.“You really want to test my patience, don't you?” He asked furiously. Then he suddenly released his grip on me, turning around to face the maids. “Excuse us.”“Right away, your highness.” They muttered in unison and dashed out of the room.Gray returned his gaze on me, and his face looked nothing close to being cheerful. Maybe he was earlier, but certainly not anymore.He clutched my neck in his hand once again, his face m
AUGUST I could not stand the thought of losing my mate to that bastard — not now, not ever! I was going to find him and take Azalea back even if it meant doing so with my life.I hurriedly made arrangements with a few of the packhouse guards, and as soon as they were assembled in the manor, I walked in to address them.“Listen attentively, guards. The moment we arrive at the Silvertooth pack, I want you all to go into the Alpha's room, take out my mate and bring her to me. No matter what happens, I am never losing this fight. Am I understood?” I asked, and they all nodded.“Good. Now let's get going.”We headed out at once to Gray's pack. It was just a few distance away from mine, so it didn't take so long before we finally arrived.The guards trooped in at once, heading towards Gray's room, as I had earlier commanded, but they were soon stopped by some other hefty and fearsome men.Their legs wobbled as they moved backwards. Their hands went high in the air as the hefty men marched
AZALEA I felt so bad as I watched August heartbroken and betrayed by my decision to choose his brother over him.I wish there was a way I could go to him and tell him that I never meant those words. I wish I could go up to him and tell him that I had only taken that decision for us.“You heard her. What are you still waiting for? Leave my pack this minute!” Gray yelled at him and his guards didn't hesitate to grab him and throw him out of the packhouse. “Come with me, sweetheart.” He said as soon as August was completely out of sight, stretching his hand to hold me.He gripped my wrist and led me into the manor, his face a beam of smiles. When we had finally settled in his room, he had his maids prepare our lunch while we discussed in the comfort of his room.“You see… I still can't believe you actually chose me over him. Why did you suddenly change your mind? I thought you always loved him.” He asked, throwing endless glances my way.I returned his smile, staring right into his eyes
~AZALEA~Running back to August's pack, I couldn't help but feel so excited on how I had succeeded in fooling Gray. I couldn't wait to see the shock on August's face when he sees me in his pack, considering the fact that I had boldly accepted Gray over him earlier.I just hoped he would forgive me and understand the reason behind what I had done.As I got closer to the pack and gradually approached the packhouse, I had an undeniable feeling of being at ease. I had finally arrived at the one place where I could boldly call my second home away from home.I could feel it in my spirit that this was just the exact atmosphere I needed, and not the toxicity which I faced in Gray's pack.I was eager to see August, but as I began to approach the packhouse, skepticism engulfed me. I began to have a strange doubt about what I was about to do.What if August had moved on quickly with someone else like I had told him to? What if I get there and he doesn't welcome me? Endless doubts set in and I s
~AZALEA~“I suppose you are the desperate one the King has made his mate. And I also heard that you're human, interesting.” The stranger said boldly, slipping her hand into her hair and brushing it backwards.I could sense threat, danger. This woman wasn't smiling. She looked mean like there was something I might have done to her in the past, but frankly, I couldn't even recognize who she was.I couldn't remember having anything to do with her in my entire life. Confusion etched through my veins, and I was still trying so hard to figure out who she was and why she was sizing me up in that manner.I maintained my composure, standing firm and giving her no reason to see through my confusion. “Who are you?” I asked.“You really want to know who I am, huh.” She grinned from ear to ear, her presence taking on an intimidating aura.If a stranger walked in and saw the both of us together, they would surely mistake her for my boss who possibly even owned the house, because of how confident s
~AZALEA~August didn't budge. He knelt before me, stopping me from moving an inch close to the exit. “Please Azalea, hear me out. This woman here has only come to destroy what we have built, can't you see?” He said, a glint of desperation in his eyes, but that was not enough to convince me and stop me from leaving.I remained adamant, holding on firmly to the few things I had picked to leave. Just then, laughter filled the air, and turning, the strange woman accosted me, smiling mischievously.“The Alpha's favorite.” She said, teasing. A smile crept up in her lips, but there was something off about her smile that made me wary of her.She closed in on me, her breath hitting my face. Before she could proceed to whatever she had in mind, August quickly stepped in, blocking her path from min.“Don't you dare!” He roared, pushing her slightly. Then he turned to face me, grabbing my hands in his. “Azalea, please listen to me. You don't have to leave over this little misunderstanding.”My e
~AZALEA~I could feel it in his gaze—the worry stretching through those eyes. He looked worn out, like he had just completed a marathon race.I waited patiently for his words, staring into his eyes like a lost lamb waiting to meet its owner. Then he cleared his throat, breaking the choking silence.“I'm sincerely getting worried about all the troubles looming over this pack.” He said, sighing deeply. His eyes wandered afar off, like he was lost in a trance.He remained still, gazing into thin air and saying nothing else. He held my hands for comfort, and at that instance, his gaze returned to me.I nodded, encouraging him to go ahead with what he had to say. “Azalea, I seriously do not want to bother you with the pack's troubles. It is more than you can control.”“And who says you are bothering me, August? This is where I belong right? Don't I deserve to know what happens around and outside here?” I asked.For a moment, I just stared at him, my heartbeat accelerating as I studied hi
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
Isabella's POV“We are here.” Logan announced as we walked inside Zoe's apartment.We were having breakfast when a call suddenly came in and Logan Informed me that Zoe just found out something important about my bloodline and origin.I was so excited to the point that I didn't finish eating even though I was hungry. Zoe stood up and pulled me to a hug,I noticed Emma waving at me in the corner,I waved at her back.“Good to see you Luna.” Zoe greeted me as she pulled away from me.“Good to see you too.” I greeted her.While Zoe was busy greeting Logan,I walked up to Emma and pulled her to a hug.“I missed you.” She murmured amidst the hug.“Me too.” I whispered.“Emma gets the guest some refreshments.” Zoe ordered.Emma pulled away and went to carry out her mother's instruction,I smiled at Zoe and went to sit next to Logan whose legs were crossed and waited for Zoe to start the conversation.“You wouldn't believe what I found and how I found it.” Zoe's eyes bounced from me to Logan.“Is
Logan's POVMy mouth widened in shock and surprise when Isabella's wolf form,it was a big white wolf which was an incredible sight to behold. I wasn't expecting it ,I mean no one was expecting that she would turn into a wolf considering the fact that she was a hybrid.“Shit!” I muttered when Isabella jumped down the window.I leaped down and my wolf tugged that I should let him take over, seeing how fast Isabella was. I couldn't chase her. I nodded and allowed him. I shifted and chased Isabella all the way down to a river bank separating our pack from another pack.She growled at me when the twig I stepped on snapped,I shifted back to my human form so she could see that it was me and I meant no harm.“Isabella shift.” I said calmly as I tried to approach her.“Isabella?” I called again.She snarled at me and I frowned,she shouldn't be reacting like that. She wanted to take a leap and run into the water,I growled at her making her freeze in the spot.“ISABELLA SHIFT NOW!!” I used my Al