Kyle's POV
Ever since Aria and I returned from the hospital, she has kept her distance as usual. But I can't seem to keep my mind off her; considering the procedure details for the insemination, it makes me worried that she might get hurt in the process, and it will be my fault for causing her such pain. I try to tell myself that she signed up for it. But on second thought, I know it's not been easy for her either.I wish there was a way for me to console her and assure her that everything would be fine. But I know for sure Barrin will have my head. Standing up from the bed groggily, I remembered that the trainees will be doing a face-off with some of the soldiers to take note of their prowess.The only reason I am eager to attend is because of Aria; I must say I am impressed with her growth, despite seeming like the weakest on the field when she first arrived. Now she moves so well nobody can dare to stand in her way. I feel like a proud father, even though all I didAria's POV... I wiggled my jaw, and it hurt like crazy. That bitch sure had plans to make me toothless, but I must admit it was fun when I made that comeback. Noel seemed to rush out of her hiding and swung into action. I marvelled at my own strength. Raven nudged me to the side."Are you daydreaming again? You can't stop gloating over your victory despite being in pain?" She said.I shrugged, grinning, "This is a huge win for me, Raven. For the first time in my life, I feel I can defend myself from harm. I had almost lost hope that I might get a chance to live normally again. The hopelessness I felt pushed me into making unfavourable decisions. But then it's all worth it in the end.""I'm so happy for you." Ella squealed. She seems to have more time on her hands now that she is no longer at Cassandra's beck and call."Thanks, guys. I wouldn't have gotten this far without you two." I giggled.Raven cleared her throat all of a sudden, smiling with her eyes. "So..." She drawled. "Ella
Aria's POV... My body healed quite fast from the beating, and I feel extremely powerful now like I can break into anything that comes to mind. Clearing off my excitement, I got my head back into the training. I was beginning to enjoy every bit of it now. After about an hour, I sat my ass down on the grass to catch my breath. Raven rushed towards me, panting hard; since I had improved a bit, we got to change our sparring partners. But she makes it a duty to come to me when we take a break.Slapping her knee, she huffed, "I don't think I will ever get used to running around here." She mused.I chuckled, "How was today?""Check this out." She pointed at a small cut on her cheek.I sat up hurriedly, touching the spot. "what happened to you?""This is the work of my merciless sparring partner. And you wouldn't believe who it is.""One of the evil-eyed girls?" I gritted."Yes, and you wouldn't be doing anything to control that beast, always out for blood." She giggled."It's not funny. You
Aria's POV...After seeing Devon off, I returned to my room and met Raven spread out on the bed; it's becoming more of a habit for her to lay so recklessly like that. Ella was sitting on the couch skimming through a book; it felt like she wasn't exactly into it."What's going on in here?" I asked, beaming at them."You took forever." Raven whined, sitting up, "I was about to run off. Ella here won't let the issue of the fight go. She keeps harassing me over it."I rolled my eyes, "really, Ella? Why won't you just let it slide this one time?""I'm worried about her. Raven still hasn't gotten over that guy who wouldn't even feel sorry for playing her." Ella sounded perturbed.I sighed, sitting next to Raven on the bed, "Are you really still after girls because of him?"Raven scoffed, "They are the ones after me because of him. I try to let it slide, but they are just too spiteful and will always try to get at me. It's unfair if I let them be and no
Author's POV...Wade stared sadly at the picture of Breona in his hand; he missed her every passing day, wishing there was a way to bring her back to him. It hurts more knowing there would never be a chance for them to be together again. It made his blood boil. Throwing the picture frame on the table. He walked out of the study, heading out of the packhouse towards the woods.Shifting angrily, he began to race through the lines clawing at any tree or wild weed in his way. His insides raged as he felt like hurting someone and getting his hands stained by their blood. If truly Breona's all-time enemy Ariana is still alive. He definitely wouldn't let her go scot-free. She will have to pay with her life.Losing Breona makes him feel empty; it never occurred to him just how much he holds her dear to his heart. He couldn't stand her parents, who orchestrated her downfall and had them sent out of the pack. Howling loudly, he leaned against a tree, panting. It's been a whil
Aria's POV...I started the day feeling burdened with the thought of getting an escape from the Moonstone pack. Ever since discussing it with Ella and Raven, I wanted to find my family. If indeed I am from the Prowler's pack, it's important I find my root. But then, as much as Noel is back, I don't know if I can fully protect myself out there. Or probably it's just fear.Aside from that, I really want to leave; I might die of heartbreak if I stay put here. Seeing Kyle and Barrin get involved with each other so openly and shamelessly just annoys me so much. I thought I would be fine with it. But then I find myself crying to sleep because of how hurt I feel.It's no use trying to work anything out when the future is so bleak. Even though I have no idea what might become of me. I might as well just take the risk of probably finding a place to be loved. I have thought hard and long about it; there really is no use for me here. Kyle can always find what he wants with som
Kyle's POV...I still couldn't explain what was going on after she stormed off. What the hell was Aria talking about? Why does she want to leave all of a sudden? Not after I have invested a lot of time to make her do my bidding. She must be joking if she thinks I will let her go so easily. Without thinking, I stood up and hurried out of the study.She has swift legs; I couldn't find her in the hallway and guessed she would be in her room. Pushing the door open with force, I was taken aback to see just her maid friend there.She stood up, bowing to me, "Good morning, Alpha. What brings you here?""Where is Aria?""She hasn't returned to the room.""What do you mean?""I haven't seen her, Alpha. I was wondering where she went to."Sucking my teeth, I backed out of the room, walking towards the exit of the building. She definitely would still be around. There is no way she would have left so abruptly wi
Aria's POV...Kyle must really be out of his mind if he thinks he can just breeze in and out of my life like he owns a piece of me. I really don't like that Noel melts at the thought of him. I need to leave. I can't continue like this. But it seems like the goddess has other plans for me because there are more important issues to deal with right now. And that has to do with Raven's sudden disappearance.There have been no calls or texts from her, and neither has she been coming to train. I thought the three days' absence might be due to personal reasons. But now it's been five days, and I don't think I can stay calm anymore.Pacing my room back and forth, I tried to think straight about what to do. The best thing right now is to find her at home. I only have a problem with how her family would react towards me. Their coldness gave me the chills the last time, and how do I get to tell them that I want to check if their daughter is still alive?However, Raven is my dear friend, and I am
Aria's POV...I was surprised to see Barrin with a displeased look on his face. Ella stood behind him, quivering away like a rat. I will probably deal with her later. Ignoring me, Barrin lashed out at the girls first and asked two of the men that followed him to take them away. I felt satisfied; maybe Ella didn't act cowardly after all. Raven will get the justice she deserves."You, in the car, now!" Barrin ordered, his eyes filled with something like hurt.Okay! That's surprising. I have never seen him look sincerely worried about me. I entered the car alongside Ella and turned my face to the window, not saying a word. My face hurts from the slap I got, but I know I did quite a number on both of them. They might even need some stitches just to show how good I got them.Getting off the car when we got back to the pack, Barrin didn't let me get away as he pulled me by the hand and began to drag me towards the training ground. I tried to get him to free my hand, but he was too strong. C