Chapter 4 (New Beginning)

Ella's POV

I quickly ate the food in front of me, before they changed their mind and came and took it away. After a while, the same maid came in to take the empty plates. I decided to lay down for a little while, but the thought of Brandon and Mary kept popping in my head. "How can he..."

The knock on the door broke my thoughts, I quickly jumped up from the bed, and used my hand to straighten the part I laid on.

The door opened and Alpha Jacob walked in. I immediately bowed my head.

"I guess you feel better now?" he asked softly.

I nodded and replied, "yes I do. Thank you sir."

He moved closer and sat on the empty seat close to the bed. "So how do you like your room?"

“Th…this room is mine?” I stuttered staring at him

“Of course…don't you like it…if you don't like it, I can ask them to change…”

“I like it sir,” I said immediately cutting him off. "It's very beautiful sir. I…I” tears fell uncontrollably from my eyes.

“Oh no…don't cry,” he said standing up to comfort me. “Come,” he continued “Sit.”

I nodded, using the back of my hand to wipe my tears, as I sat at the edge of the bed.

He stared at me for a while, cleared his throat and said. "I don't know what your story is, and you don't have to share it with me if you don't want to, but for Margret to ask me to help you, you must be a very good person, and I owe Margaret a lot."

He took a deep breath and then continued. "Tell me, what is one thing you have always wanted? If you could ask for one thing, what would it be?"

I slowly raised my head, wondering why he would ask me such a question. If I could ask for one thing, it would be that Brandon wouldn't deny me, it would be that my sister wouldn't take what was suppose to be mine. It would be that I wasn't pregnant for a man who just made mockery of me. But that can't happen. Who am I to even be wishful.

"I'm waiting for your answer," Alpha Jacob said, pulling me out of my thoughts.

"I...I have always wanted to go to school." I stuttered, gripping the hem of my gown.

His lips curled into a smile. "Education," he repeated as he stood up from his chair moving closer to me. "Smart girl.”

****

Nine Years Later, Spain

"I object, Your Honour, my client is innocent!"

The judge looks up, surprised. "On what grounds?"

"Your Honour," I say calmly, "the evidence is circumstantial, and the witness statements contradict each other. There is no proof linking my client to the crime."

The prosecutor frowns, fumbling through papers.

“After reviewing the facts and cross-examining the witnesses, it’s clear: the prosecution cannot prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.”

The judge nods. "Verdict: Not Guilty."

I smile and said, "Justice is served."

"Congratulations Ma," my PA Rose said smiling, taking my bag from my hand. "Another win, you really are the best."

My lips curled into a smile, "No one comes close."

I had become the best lawyer in the country. Never ever have I lost any case. With my knowledge and my skill in manipulating the courtroom, I have received so many awards as the best attorney. No matter what the crime is, I can make a sinner look like a saint.

"You have a meeting by 6pm Ma, and then the dinner party by 8pm." Rose continued.

I have lived a very secret life since I got here, no one knows my true identity. I have managed to blend perfectly with humans, that sometimes I even forget who I am.

I smiled staring at Rose, she has been a God sent to me. "Thank you Rose, is that all?" I replied.

"Yeah I think so," she stuttered, as she ran through the agenda on her ipad. "Oh before I forget, Robin has a recital tomorrow."

"Oh my goodness," I slightly pressed my palm on my forehead. "I almost forgot. Thank goodness you reminded me, I can't afford to miss this. Remember last time?"

Rose gave me a nervous smile, "Of course, that can't easily be forgotten."

"Please cancel every appointment I have for tomorrow. Tomorrow is for my baby and I don't want any distractions." I continued.

"Yes ma," she nodded as we got into the car.

Nine years ago, the moon goddess blessed me with the most beautiful boy. I can still remember the first day I held him in my hands, and when he squeezed my finger, I knew my whole life had changed. And in that moment I vowed to dedicate my life to making him happy. He is the reason I work this hard. He would never go through what I had to go through in life.

Twenty minutes later, I was walking into the house and straight to his room. I stood by his door, staring lost at him, wondering how someone like me, could produce someone as pure, and beautiful as him.

He was so lost in his game that he didn't even notice me. "Hmmmm," I cleared my throat announcing my presence.

"Mama," his eyes lit up when he saw me. And that...that spark in his eyes whenever he sees me, gives me this joy I can't explain.

"Hey baby, I see you're busy with your game," I said as I wrapped my arms around him. "I heard someone has a recital tomorrow, are we ready?"

"Of course I am ready," he replied clinging to me. "Hope you will be there this time around?" he asked with his eyes narrowing.

I stared at him for a while, then  burst into laughter, "Of course I will be there. I promise you."

"You better." he continued smiling.

"Yes sir," I replied as I stood up to leave. "I have a meeting in the next few minutes, but I promise you tomorrow I'm all yours."

His lips curved into a smile, "I love you Mama."

"I love you too, my ray of sunshine."

My face was all smiles as I walked into my room to get ready for my meeting. Coming home to Robin is always my favourite part of the day.

I opened my wardrobe, looking for the perfect outfit. I needed to look classy and confident, that is my logo. I settled for a black mid length straight gown, and a red stiletto heels. The perfect combo for me.

"Miss Ella," the house keeper called from the door. "You have a call."

"Thank you Gladis," I replied as I took the phone from her. I waited for her to walk away before I answered it. I looked at the caller ID, and it showed Richard my adoptive brother.

Nine years ago, after I told Alpha Jacob that I wanted to go to school,he was very proud of my choice. He told me education was key, and he was going to send me to school, but not in this country, in a foreign country, where I can gain better exposure. But before that, he adopted me as his daughter, and introduced me to Richard his son.

"Hello Richard," I greeted cheerfully.

"Hey sis,” he replied.

I could feel the dullness in his tone.

“Is everything okay?” I asked curiously.

“Papa just passed away," he said slowly. Richard’s words hit me like a hammer to the head.

"What?" I screamed, my voice breaking as my knees gave way. I crashed to the ground, my heart shattering. Hot tears streamed down my face.

"You need to come home." He added.

His voice sounded distant, unreal. My chest tightened as I clutched the floor, gasping for air. Papa couldn’t be gone. This had to be a nightmare. But the silence on the other end of the line told me the truth I wasn’t ready to accept.