Chapter 95Kendall’s POVAs I crept past the kitchen, my heart heavy with guilt, I couldn’t help but glance inside one last time. Margaret was standing at the sink, a small cut on her finger dripping blood onto the counter below.The scent of her blood was intoxicating, tempting me to give in to the wolf urges beneath me. But I clenched my fists, forcing myself to look away, to resist the urge that threatened to overwhelm me.Margaret had been nothing but kind to me, and the thought of causing her harm filled me with a sickening sense of shame.With a heavy heart, I tore my gaze away from the kitchen and made my way to the room that Margaret had prepared for me. Collapsing onto the bed, I buried my face in the pillow, trying to drown out the guilt and self-loathing that overcame me.As exhaustion took over me, I found myself drifting back to memories of the palace, of Declan and the hurt he had caused me. The pain of his betrayal cut deep, a wound that refused to heal no matter how ha
Chapter 96Declan’s POVI woke with a heavy weight pressing down on my chest, the events of the previous day still fresh in my mind. The attack we had suffered at the hands of our enemies gnawed at me like a festering wound, reminding me of the responsibilities that weighed heavily upon my shoulders.Despite my sour mood, I knew that as the Alpha, I had duties to fulfill. With a deep breath, I pushed aside my personal grievances and rose from my bed, steeling myself for the challenges ahead.I attended meetings that morning, listened to reports, and issued orders with a sense of grim determination. But it was when I met with Caden, that the true weight of our situation settled upon me.“Caden,” I said, my voice gruff with exhaustion as I entered his office. “I need you to gather our warriors for a meeting. We need to strategize how to reduce our losses the next time those bastards come knocking.”Caden nodded, his expression serious as he scribbled down notes on a piece of parchment.
Chapter 97Declan’s POVFor a moment, I lost myself in the heat of the moment with Olivia’s kiss, surrendering to the intoxicating effects of her touch.I sighed heavily, exhaustion weighing down every fiber of my being as I sank onto the bed, my muscles protesting with every movement. “Olivia, I appreciate your… company,” I began, my voice strained with fatigue. “But I’m tired. I need some rest.”But Olivia paid no heed to my words, her eyes smoldering with desire as she moved closer, her movements slow and deliberate. “Oh, Declan,” she purred, her voice like silk as she trailed her fingers lightly across my chest. “I know you’re tired, but I can help you relax baby.”I tried to push her away, to resist the magnetic pull of her touch, but she was relentless in her mission. With each caress on my bare chest, each whispered promise of pleasure into my ears, I felt my resolve crumbling like a sandcastle swept away by the tide.“Olivia, please,” I begged, my voice barely above a whisper
Chapter 98Kendall’s POVAs Margaret and I arrived back home, my mind buzzed with anxious thoughts. I couldn’t shake the feeling of unease that ate at my insides. Why had Margaret agreed to help me? What was her motive?Despite her warm demeanor, I couldn’t help but wonder if there was something more lurking beneath the surface.But as we stepped through the door of Margaret’s cozy home, any lingering doubts were swept away by the warmth and hospitality that greeted me.Margaret bustled about the kitchen, preparing dinner with a smile on her face as if she didn’t have a care in the world.I watched her with a mixture of gratitude and uncertainty, unsure of how to repay her kindness. But Margaret waved off my offers of help, insisting that I relax and make myself at home.Reluctantly, I settled into a chair at the kitchen table, my fingers tapping nervously against the smooth surface as I watched Margaret work. Despite her reassurances, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I was imposing,
Chapter 99Kendall’s POVStruggling with her breath, as Margaret’s eyes met mine, a silent understanding passed between us. With a quick flick of her hand, she signaled for me to run, to escape while I still had the chance. But I couldn’t just leave her to face this danger alone. I had to do something.Ignoring Margaret’s signal, I squared my shoulders and took a step forward, determination blazing in my eyes. I had trained for moments like these, had honed my skills to protect those in need.This was my chance to make a difference, to fight back against the this threat. With a silent prayer, I charged towards the man, my heart pounding in my chest as adrenaline surged through my veins.I had to be careful, had to ensure that Margaret didn’t see my claws as I allowed part of my hands turn. But before I could reach him, the sound of sirens filled the air, and a team of police officers rushed onto the scene, their weapons drawn and ready.With a shout, they descended upon the man, overp
Chapter 100Kendall’s POVMy heart soared with hope and excitement at Margaret’s words, but her next question sent a shiver of doubt down my spine. “Kendall, are you sure it’s truly your mother?” she asked gently, her eyes searching mine for any sign of uncertainty.I hesitated for a moment, my mind racing as I struggled with the implications of her question. Was it possible that the woman in the drawing wasn’t really my mother after all? Had I allowed my desperation for answers to cloud my judgment?But then Margaret continued, her voice soft and reassuring as she explained the strange behavior my mother had exhibited in the past.“Your mother… she used to act strange,” Margaret said slowly, her brow furrowed in thought. “She would isolate herself and her child from others, rarely speaking to anyone. Even at the market, she would keep to herself, avoiding any interaction with the other villagers.”As Margaret recounted the different occurrences, memories from my childhood flooded bac
Chapter 101Declan’s POVBy evening, as the sun began to descend, casting a warm light across the training grounds, I watched with pride as my warriors honed their skills with each strike and movement.Their dedication and determination filled me with a sense of satisfaction, knowing that they were ready to face any threat that came our way.At my side stood Caden, his gaze focused on the warriors as they moved with precision and grace. “They’re improving,” he remarked, his voice filled with admiration.I nodded in agreement, a small smile tugging at the corners of my lips. “Yes, they are,” I replied, my voice filled with pride. “They’ve been training hard, and it shows.”But as the training continued, Caden turned to me with a thoughtful expression. “Declan, may I ask you something?” he asked hesitantly, his eyes searching mine for any sign of discomfort.I raised an eyebrow in curiosity, giving him a nod of permission to continue. “Of course, Caden. What’s on your mind?”He hesitate
Chapter 102Declan’s POVI found myself face to face with the rogue warrior, who happened to be a young man, but experienced in battle from his hard features. His eyes filled with defiance despite his situation.Seeing he would not mention a thing about who sent them, “What’s your name?” I demanded sharply, attempting to take a different approach.The warrior remained silent, his jaw clenched in stubborn refusal to cooperate. But I was not deterred. I knew how to break through his defenses, to extract the information we needed to protect our pack.“Listen to me,” I said firmly, locking eyes with the warrior. “You can make this easy on yourself, or you can make it hard. Either way, we will get the information we need.”But before I could continue, Caden stepped forward, his expression serious. “Alpha, perhaps we should take a different approach,” he whispered to me, his voice calm and measured.I regarded him with surprise, curious to hear his thoughts on the matter. “And what approach