“Why are you here? Are you not feeling well? ”Rufus asked as he touched her forehead. She just shook her head and ignored him. “Your father and your sister left. They promised to visit you again,” he said. “He’s not my real father; he’s my stepfather, and Amelia is my younger half-sister. Why didn't you tell me such an important thing? ", she accused. “Because Edward may not be your father, but you loved him, and he adored you like a real father. You loved Amelia too, in fact...” He stopped and frowned. “How did you know this? Did you happen to recall some of your memories? ” “Yes,” she lied. “Amelia was the one for you, not me. I don’t understand why we had a relationship before if you like Amelia. ” “What are you talking about? ” “I ran away because you cheated on me,” she concluded, looking at his eyes directly to confirm what she had said. Rufus didn’t say a word; he just looked at her with this familiar look on his face. He was like Rujan when he wasn't telling the truth and
Everleigh dreamed of sending her children to school, but she didn’t expect that she would also come back to school. The boys were very excited. They woke up early and prepared their things for school. Rufus didn’t miss the opportunity to help them get their things done and assist them with their breakfast. She let him; she could see the joy in his face while helping them.She chose to wear cream slacks and a shirt. They looked like a happy family together. A limo was parked in the front yard, waiting for them. She saw three black luxury cars parked behind the limo. The boys were well behaved during the 15-minute drive to their school. Rufus took her hand and raised his brow when he noticed it was cold. She was nervous. He didn’t say a word, but was surprised when he pulled her close to him and kissed her temple.“Everything will be okay, baby, trust me.” She just nodded and made a deep sigh.The security opened the door for them, and she was surprised when the director, faculty, and s
Everleigh watched the expression played on her ex-boyfriend; she didn’t even know the name. He wasn’t afraid of Rufus, like everyone she met. Why? He has a devil-may-care attitude and a stellar smile. Vikings have gold hair, a hawkish nose, and fair skin. This person in front of them appeared to be one. She could feel his similar personality with Rujan. So, this is the kind of man she preferred before? She asked herself silently, but she was cut off harshly when Rufus glared at her. “I’m sorry, but I needed to be in class,” she said, smiling awkwardly. “Yes, see you there,” the man said, winking at her and nodding at Rufus once again before he left. She wanted to know the name of her ex-boyfriend, but Rufus was in a black mood. “I’ll send you to your class,” Rufus offered again. “I can manage myself,” she insisted. "You were just out of my sight for a minute, and I found you in the arms of another man,” he growled. “I was taken aback; I didn’t even know the name of the man who h
Everleigh was suddenly left alone. She stood, leaning on the wall, because she felt that her knees would buckle any minute. It was very obvious that Rufus was possessive. She ran away from him because she was suffocated by his possessiveness. She slowly walked towards the chair and sat there, confused by her emotion and her body’s reaction toward Rufus’ touch. Her classmates started to come in. She was relieved and, at the same time, nervous. They were only ten in their class, and she was the only female. She was introduced by their professors, and not one of them dared gaze at her openly, as if it were a sin to look at her. She wanted to have friends, but how? Rufus would turn into a raging wolf if she made friends with them and didn’t like it. To her surprise, the knowledge flowed into her mind as if she knew it. One more class before lunch, and she was again surprised when her ex-boyfriend came in. He looked at her, and he quirked his lips upon seeing her sitting in front. “For
Everleigh stepped into Rufus' office in awe. Cutting-edge technology impeccably merges with elegant design. He was sitting on his desk, equipped with touch-sensitive surfaces, holographic displays, and integrated charging stations. The boys were sleeping sprawled on the huge couch, their toys scattered on the carpeted floor. He was reading some files and didn’t look up, but he knew she was there. The office has voice-activated assistants, smart climate control, and augmented reality conferencing systems that transform the office into a command center of innovation.It looks like his office is proof of staying ahead in the digital age, where technology becomes a continuous extension of control.How did she know these things? Among other things she saw in Moon Valley, this office seemed familiar to her. Why? Rufus looked at her intently. She wanted to ask about this office. “How’s the boys? ” Different words came out of her lips.“They’re tired, and I told them to go to sleep. They wer
Everleigh was shocked and learned about Mark’s cheating. “That was disgusting!" She whispered back. She tried to feel herself, but she felt nothing about the news. One thing she knew was that she was interested and curious. Maybe what she learned right now will help her find some memories hidden inside her mind. “How did I manage it? And who is the other party? ” “You felt relieved, I think.” “Relieve? Why? ” “You kept it a secret and even made friends with the cheater and his lover,” he said. “What?” If she had feelings for Mark, she would never do it. She felt shocked by the revelation; it seemed that the person she knew within her was a total stranger. They were both whispering to each other; their faces were so closed that they didn’t notice someone in front of them. They looked, and both were surprised when they saw Mark looking at them, amused. “May I join you, Mr. Guevarra? Ms. Hearst? Or would I say Mrs. Griswold?” He sat on the chair in front of them. She felt awkward
“I didn’t treat you like a slave, well, maybe for some short period of time,” Rufus answered. Everleigh was not convinced; she knew Rufus was hiding something from her. “Where are we going?" She asked when she noticed that he turned left instead of going straight to the castle. “I already mentioned that Amelia and your dad brought the kids home. What I mean was that your home before,” he said. Home? She was curious about her home before. She spent most of her childhood there. She hoped that her memories would return when she got to see her home. “Why didn't you tell me that my home is closer to your home? I think we’ll move to my father’s house. It’s not proper to be with you when I married your brother.” “I don’t care about propriety, Everleigh. You’ll stay with me. My brother entrusted you to me. He has reasons. Your father can’t protect you. What if your enemies hurt your father and your sister’s family? Why do you think Rujan didn’t ‘tell you about them? ” She sighed. He has
“I cannot divulge more, Leigh. It’s better not to know the past. What’s important is that you are here, and Alpha Rufus is a changed man. For the past few years without you, he has suffered a lot. He always visits Dad here. I don’t know; maybe he wanted to be closer to the people you loved. He may be intimidating, and we may have feared him, but he will protect you with his life. I don’t believe he’ll make the same mistake again. “I’m married to his brother now Amie, and I don’t want to cheat my husband like Rufus cheated on me.” “You can’t avoid your connection. You’re his soul mate. Rujan knew it; I don't know why he hid you from his brother. Think of it: Rujan knew that his brother was as crazy as the devil finding you. Why did he keep you and the boys hidden from his brother? He took advantage of your situation. He knew that the boys were not his, but his brother’s. He deceived you, Leigh.” “You are not fond of Rujan,” Everleigh concluded. “I just don’t know him; it is easy for