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Rachel's POV I froze for a second. Serena...Then it hit me. Serena Ryder, the Ryder eldest daughter. She was one of the most famous young architects in the territory. She had designed the Twin Towers in Blackwood territory when she was only eighteen, an architectural marvel that instantly made her famous across the werewolf kingdoms.The Ryders were also the only True Blood lineage in Blackwood territory strong enough to rival the Blackwoods."If Serena weren't busy with her pack duties right now, an Omega like you wouldn't even have this chance. But I already told her about it, she's coming to Crestwood soon to take Silas back," Anna said with a sharp huff before turning to leave, her heels clicking like claws against the ground.Letting out a sigh of relief, I sat back down to eat a little more.But now, a knot of unease was tightening in mu stomach. Earning thirty million a year didn't seem as easy as I had thought. Especially not when dealing with Alpha-blooded heiresses.Wait..

Rachel's POV I stopped, genuinely confused by his fury. "So, following your plans, marrying some low-ranking delta you picked out for me, letting you control my entire life and suppress my wolf, is that not throwing myself away? Daniel, who do you think you are? Why do you think you get to decide who I mate with?"I violently shook off his arm, completely done with him."Oh, by the way," I added, looking back over my shoulder, "Silas also promised to fully rebuild and protect the orphan house where I was raised, on top of giving me my rightful place. He put it under the protection of the Northern Pack's enforcers."That way, Daniel would have absolutely nothing left to use as leverage against me.Daniel was caught completely off guard, his jaw dropping slightly. He could believe an Alpha might offer wealth to keep a pretty Omega wolf around. But going so far as to rebuild and protect an entire orphan pack house, all for me?I had been under Daniel's care for four years, and it had ne

Rachel's POV Dawson ResidenceWhen I got to the heavily fortified villa, I stayed in the garden, waiting for my face to look less swollen before stepping into the living room. I didn't want Eva to smell the blood and worry."Mrs. Blackwood, you're back! Mr. Blackwood... the Alpha... he's back." Eva saw me by the window and rushed out, stammering nervously, her scent spiking with anxiety.I stood up, surprised. Silas is back? Didn't he say his business with the High Council lasted until next Friday?"Mr. Blackwood changed his schedule. I told him that Ms. Pedro came back today. That's why he flew back. I shouldn't have said anything..." Eva looked guilty, her ears practically pinning back in submission. "His aura is terrifying right now. He's mad."I suddenly felt an icy wave of anxiety. Has Silas changed his mind? Did Anna cry and throw a fit about a low-ranking wolf invading their home, and now he's having second thoughts?Panicking, I hurried inside, not sure how to explain thi

Rachel's POV"Whoever tried to end your life failed once, which means their contract isn't fulfilled. They might strike again," Karl warned, his tone sharp with genuine concern. "Be extra careful these days, Rachel. If you catch a strange scent or if anything feels off in your perimeter, call me immediately.""Got it," I whispered, my hand trembling slightly against the phone. I bit my lip, wondering if I should report this to Silas. But he was already dealing with the High Council and his own family drama. I didn't want to become a heavier burden."Is it possible, that it was just a coincidence?" I asked quietly, desperate for an alternative. "Maybe they are tracking a rogue and got the wrong wolf?""Rachel, that guy was a lethal professional. Mercenary wolves don't make rookie mistakes like tracking the wrong scent. Do not take this lightly," Karl growled softly, a stark warning for me not to let my guard down."I understand. Thank you, Officer Carrick."A wave of gratitude washed o

Rachel's POV"Even if it's just a legal arrangement to us, Grandpa views this as a sacred bond. If I don't provide for you or buy you standard Luna courting gifts after we've signed the registry, the old man will scent the lie instantly and get upset," Silas explained, his tone even.I quickly tried to ease his burden. "If the Elder Alpha asks, I can just tell him you already bought me whatever I needed. You don't have to waste your credits on me."Silas didn't reply. His jaw set into a hard line, and the atmosphere in the car dropped a few degrees.Fearing I had said the wrong thing and overstepped my bounds as a contract wife, I clamped my mouth shut and looked out the window. If the Alpha wanted to spend his money, I would just play the part of the compliant doll and go along with it.Traffic was gridlocked on the main pack way leading to the luxury district. Suddenly, an aggressive rogue delivery truck cut violently across our lane. The driver slammed on the brakes with a screech