Henri's POVThe clock read 7 pm, yet I found myself still stuck in my office. I had never felt as frazzled as I did at that moment. My chest ached with a heaviness that I couldn't ignore, despite my attempts to pretend that everything was fine.I let out a heavy sigh and ran my fingers through my hair in frustration. I was sure it must look messy by now, considering how long I'd been idly doing this.My gaze fell upon the vibrator remote sitting on my table. I could have easily tucked it away in a drawer, out of sight. Instead, I left it there, a visible reminder of my own foolishness.The thought of going home was unbearable, knowing that Karyna's absence would haunt every corner. And facing my brother's disappointed and angry expression again? It would be a blow that I wasn't sure I could handle. It might just crush me from the inside out.Julian said she broke things with him, and I didn't understand why she would do that. I was the one who she had a problem with, not him. Why woul
Karyna’s POVI was caught in a daze, my mind drifting through a fog of confusion. I desperately wanted to open my eyes, but it felt like an impossible task, no matter how hard I tried.It was as if I was experiencing a disconnected state of consciousness. Despite being unconscious, I was acutely aware of external sensations. I could feel the vague touches and distant sounds, yet I remained unable to fully awaken from this hazy state.There was this…strong, pungent smell in the air as well, that flooded my nose. It smelled oddly like antiseptic, but also a mix of chemicals as well, I wasn’t sure.It sounded like there was a bunch of people gathered together, talking amongst and over each other. And there was this…drawn beeping sound again.It was very hard for me to understand what they were saying clearly, but as I tuned in properly, and focused all to my hearing, it all started to come back to me.I had been driving…no, rather, I was at a race, and I had an accident! That realization
Karyna’s POVThe thought alone made my stomach churn. I quickly glanced around, searching for my cell phone to inform Julian about my suspicions. However, to my dismay, I realized that my phone wasn't anywhere around me. Panic started to set in as I frantically checked the surrounding area, but it was nowhere to be found.Was it stolen? I didn’t have any proof of that. Maybe Sophia had dropped the device somewhere. “Has anyone seen my phone?” I yelled out, my voice bouncing off the walls. A frown crept on my face immediately after straining my voice. I didn't know why I screamed, but it was very embarrassing. However, there was no one to transfer my message here. I could hardly move too, and I had nothing to communicate with. Screaming was by far my best choice.Thankfully and unfortunately for me, I didn’t have to wait any further, as my father who returned, heard my outburst. My frown turned into a scowl of displeasure as he walked in, shutting the door behind him. What was he
Julian’s POVI got a call from Karyna’s friend, and I was able to learn that she was conscious now. Despite how I felt on the inside, after knowing that she was engaged to another man, I was glad that she was alive and safe.I wanted to go to her immediately, but Sophia refused, saying that the situation was not nice to show up. My mind flashed back to her parents, and how cold and hostile they were. But I didn't care about all that. I didn't later leave for her father’s house to confront her because I was in bad shape myself. Drunk, angry, and heartbroken. No matter how desperate I was, I couldn't go see her like this. I didn't want her to see me in this state. To know that she was the cause.That she has held me so tight on the heartstrings, tugging and pulling through like a loyal puppy.So I stayed in the club where we first met, nursing my…seventh…tenth glass? I wasn’t sure. I had lost count already. Even the bartender was looking at me funny, but I ignored him.The music blaste
Henri’s POVWhen Julian returned home, I was already getting ready for work the next day. I adjusted my tie, casting a cautious glance as my brother stumbled into the room, appearing worse for wear.The strong odor of alcohol emanating from his body made me grimace. I had the urge to walk over and assist him, but I knew he wouldn't appreciate my help. So, I stood firm, rooted to the spot, silently observing his every move.“Where do you think you’re going?” He asked, and I could see that he was gradually regaining his senses, thanks to our werewolf genes purifying his system from the alcohol. But I was rather confused by his question.“Work?” I replied with a raised brow, my response coming out as a question.“No, you’re not. I’m going out, so give me your keys,” he frowned sternly.I sighed, frustrated with his detached demeanor. “Come on, Julian. I have to go to campus. I have a lot to catch up on, and there is no way I can stay a moment longer,” I insisted, trying to reason with hi
Karyna’s POVI was still asleep when a heavy knock echoed against my door, jolting me awake. I sat up with a groan, rubbing at my eyes and my aching head.My father's voice, cold and commanding, rang in my ears, and with a brief sweep of my surroundings, I was sourly reminded that I was back in his house, much to my displeasure.That alone made me want to bury myself back under the covers and go back to sleep. At least in my dreams, I wouldn't have to deal with all of this bullshit.“Are you fucking your professor?” He asked the moment he barged into my room, the veins on his face becoming more prominent by the minute, I thought he might explode.“So what?” I returned angrily, rolling my eyes in annoyance. I didn’t bother trying to be polite anymore. From the moment he threw me out, he ceased to be my father. I was hellbent on frustrating him until he sent me out of his house again. The expression on my face must have told him my intention because he threw my phone at me, causing me
Julian’s POV“You’ve got fifteen minutes before my mom walks in,” Karyna whispered when we pulled away from the intense kiss. I shook my head, unable to believe she wanted me here, right now. I wanted her too. Badly. Regardless of whatever happened in the last 24 hours. “Fourteen, Jules.” She purred, looking at me like she needed me inside her immediately. Her eyes were so full of lust and arousal, mirroring mine, and I wanted to take her right here, right now, in the roughest possible way. But I couldn’t. I glanced at her bandaged arm, cursing Leah and anyone else I suspected of harming her before I lowered my pants. She grinned with delight at the sight of my bulge, her hand caressing the erection beneath my briefs.“Your cock also wants me. Look, it's so erect,” she moaned, rubbing my cock.I groaned inwardly. “Don't make a sound. I don't want your dad putting a bullet in my head,” I whispered to her, glancing cautiously at the door.“Don’t worry. I will be as silent as I can be.
Karyna's POV“I'm claiming you,” I breathed into the phone. “You can't ever cum inside any other girl,” The intensity of my voice matched the fire that burned within me, a primal need to make him mine completely. “I have never cum in any girl except you, baby,” he replied, and I smiled, staring at the picture I sent him. It was the hottest thing I’ve ever experienced in my life. And I could tell that it was the same for him.The way he lost control, growling and fucking me deep, was something he had never done before. I almost thought he imprinted the shape of his cock inside of me.I felt a surge of happiness as our relationship seemed to fall back into place. In that moment, it felt like nothing could stand in the way of us getting closer to each other.But then reality crashed in, a heavy weight settling in the pit of my stomach. I was abruptly reminded of the looming obstacle that threatened to tear us apart. My father, with his unwavering determination to marry me off to a man I