KristaGoing back to my room, I couldn’t help but be filled with overwhelming frustration. My perfect plan crumbled into nothingness, all because of that stupid omega who let herself be caught. Good thing she was punished and still has the right mind to not bring me down with her. I least, she was wise enough to know what was good for her. But the reality of that Mallory still lingering around Silverpaw was a tough pill to swallow. I need to get rid of her, and fast! I slumped to the sofa, still contemplating how I could tackle her. Then, a plan formed inside my mind. With that, I fixed myself, wearing my victim facade once again. Once I knew I was ready for my next act, I went to the omega quarters to meet my tool for my next plan. “Hi, girls,” I greeted lovingly. “Can you help me with something?”The omegas, who were currently on a break with doing their chores, went to me. “Of course, Lady Krista! We would be happy to help. You should have not gone here. You could have asked on

MalloryThe next day, Annie's inviting smile found me as the sun peeked over the horizon. "Good morning, Lady Mallory. Wanna go for a walk?" I nodded, a small smile tugging at my lips. I was satisfied with Annie’s care yesterday and felt like my energy is back which after being drained from my short imprisonment. "Sure, why not?" I exclaimed. Annie prepared my bath quickly and help me get dressed. Afterward, we stepped outside the packhouse and proceeded in walking around. As we strolled, a current of whispers trailed us like curious shadows. I caught fragments of their conversations, their words knives dipped in judgment, slicing through the air."Did you hear what the alpha's mate did to Lady Krista? She totally shamed her even after Lady Krista apologized.""A troublemaker through and through.""I wouldn't care at all if she just disappeared."“I don’t like that human at

MalloryJust as hope surged through me, a burning timber blocked our escape. Holding the child close, I whispered a desperate prayer for safety.Then, like a guardian angel, Sean burst into the fiery scene. His determined stride cut through the chaos. Relief washed over me as his strong arms enveloped us, lifting us away from the danger. We stumbled out of the burning house, gasping for air, our hearts pounding in sync with the crackling flames behind us.As soon as we were out of harm’s way, the child's mother clung to her little one. The boy hugged his mother back, never wanting to let go. The mother turned to Sean and whispered, “Thank you, Alpha. Thank you for saving my son.”But Sean shook his head. “I could have not made it in time. Thanked Mallory, instead. She was the one who protected your child until I came. A murmur of uncertainty rippled through the pack members, as if they heard an utmost lie. They hadn't