LOGINPoisoned IntentionsEmilia's POVThe afternoon sun beat down on the outdoor tennis courts as Coach Harrison blew his whistle."Ten laps around the track!" he barked. "After that, you'll begin endurance drills with your assigned partners."A chorus of groans rose from the team, but no one dared complain.I tightened my ponytail before beginning my run.Beside me, Wesley matched my pace effortlessly. His breathing remained steady while mine grew heavier with each lap."You don't have to keep up with me," I muttered.He glanced at me from the corner of his eye."I know.""Then why are you?"A faint smile touched the corner of his lips."Because partners don't leave each other behind."His words caught me off guard.No one had ever said anything like that to me before.For years, I had been the one sacrificing for everyone else. For Darian. For my mother. For everyone except myself.Somehow, Wesley made protecting me sound... natural.Across the field, Chloe watched us with narrowed eyes.
A Dangerous PartnershipEmilia's POVThe entire gym remained abuzz with whispers long after Coach Harrison announced the teams.I still could not believe it.Partnering with Wesley Blackwood, the Lycan King, was something no one had anticipated—least of all me.Coach Harrison clapped his hands, silencing the room."The regional championship is only six weeks away. From today onward, every pair will train together after classes. Anyone who misses practice without permission will be removed from the team."A chorus of groans rippled through the gym."Practice starts now," he added.Students dispersed to their assigned courts while Wesley calmly picked up a basket of tennis balls."Come on," he said, glancing at me.I followed him onto Court One, acutely aware that every eye in the gym was fixed on us."So..." Wesley twirled his racket. "Show me your strongest serve.""You've already seen it.""I've seen you holding back."I frowned."I wasn't."He smirked."You lie poorly."Before I cou
Emilia's POVThe silence that followed Wesley's words was suffocating."Anyone who hurts someone under my protection answers to me."His deep voice carried across the courtyard, leaving every student frozen in place.I stared at him, unable to understand why the Lycan King continued to defend me. We had only met a few days ago. He barely knew my name, yet he looked prepared to start a war on my behalf.Mila let out a derisive laugh."Oh, how touching," she sneered. "The mighty Lycan King has become a bodyguard for a worthless human."A dangerous glint flashed in Wesley's silver eyes."You have three seconds to apologize."The smile vanished from Mila's face."And if I don't?""The consequences will be yours to bear."The students instinctively stepped back. Everyone knew Wesley Blackwood never made empty threats.Before the tension could escalate further, the academy bell rang sharply.Professor Rowan stepped into the courtyard, adjusting his glasses."The tennis team selections begin
Emilia POV Flashback “Ah babe I'm bleeding “ I whimpered in pain as the knife sliced through my palm with something metallic dripping on the floor.I was preparing Darian's favorite meal as he had been fantasizing about the particular delicacy earlier in the afternoon.After closing from the ball court,I thought it would be a nice idea to surprise him .But when I looked at the living room, Darian merely spared me a glance.A sharp pain pierced through my soul but Darian barely lifted his head to feign concern.“What I'm busy !” He replied, his attention solely focused on the game he was playing ,his eyes glued on the television screen with the controller clasped firmly in his hands.His voice was cold as he gave me a strange look.The words pierced my heart like a blade as tears burned my eyes registering his cruel words.“You stopped giving me everything a long time ago Darian but I stayed “tears rolled down my cheeks as I reminisced the memories I shared with Darian which echoed
Emilia POV "Oh I'm sorry he only drinks kale smoothies after matches" I whispered to the bar attendant who lowered his head, passing me a genuine smile before walking away.That was the rule for Darian Scott,my boyfriend who was the cynosure of all eyes which made every girl's heart leap at the rare mention of his name.I sat down on one of the chairs which was opposite the crowd with cameras clicking in every angle ensuring I remained the center of attraction.Goosebumps filled my tummy,my heart raced as I waited for Darian in the conference room.Tonight was supposed to be a special night for me and Darian,my destined mate who I had been in love with ever since I won my grand slam breaking history and making an undefeatable record in ages to come.The conference room was buzzing with guests,reporters from all sides gathered in the room who had come to witness the grand occasion of Darian Scott winning his third grand slam,a deserving award many people covet making him an inspiratio
Emilia POV "Are you always this nervous or is it because of me ?" Wesley asked,his tone dead serious as he wore a straight expression staring at me.The words struck me like a knife seeping into my bones.My heart thumped wildly in my chest as heat flooded through my skin making my stomach churn.Silence filled the air as the words echoed in the room sending chills down me.I felt bile rise up my throat , swallowing hard as I adjusted the strap of my bag and for a moment I felt I would throw up.‘What ?” I asked furrowing my brows , lifting my gaze ,meeting his piercing deep eyes sending shivers down my spine.“Are you sure ?” he asked with concern, narrowing his eyes with a flicker of confusion swirling in his gaze.Fear zapped through my body , his voice sparkled with a hint of concern yet dangerous as I shook my head vigorously.I forced a tight smile even though doubt pricked at me like needles beneath my skin.“No” I replied trying to sound as he rolled his eyes at me with his ga
Emilia POV "Why can't I smell you?"That was the question burning on Wesley's lips as he edged slowly towards me,his breath against my neck sending a wave of electricity through me.He frowned slightly, leaning towards me as his eyes stayed on me as if trying to solve a puzzle.My heart pounded
Emilia POV Today was my first day at Willowbrook High School, the most prestigious school.My heart pounded with excitement and my nerves tensed up as I walked across the campus of Willowbrook with my school bag hanging on my broad shoulders.My name is Emilia, a half-witch and half-wolf Luna, whi
Emilia's POV He led me into the cabin. It was an old house, rusty and dusty, as if it had been abandoned for a long time.The place was shabby, with cobwebs nestled in the corners, and the clothes there were damp.“ Where is this place?” That was the question burning on my lips immediately we ente
Emilia's POV “ Mate “ my wolf jumped in excitement in my head as she felt a deeper connection between us. “ This can't be right” I hummed to my wolf because I already had a boyfriend, a mate who was enrolled in the school. “ How can this be? “ That was the question lingering in my mind as our







