ASHLEYI was getting closer to my eighteenth birthday. Each new day came with a glimmer of hope. I looked forward to my birthday with so much optimism. It wasn't just another birthday, it was my independence day.As usual, we were gathered at the table for breakfast. And Alpha Hendrix was seated at his usual spot, looking larger than life. I admired how his presence filled a room before he even spoke. He was the largest wolf at the table, so it was normal for him to command respect.It had become a ritual to discuss something at the table. Only today's topic caught me off guard.Alpha Hendrix suddenly stopped eating, “so tell me Ashley. What's your dream car?” he asked.I turned to him with a creased brow. Why were we talking about my dream car?If I knew Alpha Hendrix well, he probably wanted to know if I had a good knowledge of cars. Or if I had any plans for my future at all. For my reputation’s sake, I could not bear to mess this up.“Well I like quite a number of cars but the Hon
ASHLEYI plugged in my air pods as I sat in Carson's car. I just wanted to zone out until it was time to walk the remaining distance to school. I checked my time, if he drove a little faster, I would still be able to meet up with the assembly after the walk. Or maybe only a few minutes late.I kept my eyes on the road, and occasionally on my phone. Compared to Axel, Carson was a very smooth driver. Axel always drove like he had plans to cause an accident.He was a monster through and through.I began thinking about my car. Having a car would change a lot of things. It would make moving out very easy for me. The thought of moving out of the palace caused a surge of happiness in me. I tried to imagine a life void of the triplets, bullying and maltreatment.Suddenly I felt like I was being watched. My wolf became uneasy because I was in such close proximity with Carson, an enemy! If only he would just keep his eyes on the road and let me have peace.I looked his way without moving my he
ASHLEYI couldn't raise my head for the first few minutes. I stared wide eyed at a picture of me on my desk.Naked pictures!How?Just when I thought the whole Derrick saga would be laid to rest. Here it was, staring me right in the face. The picture on my desk revealed very large boobs with a guy's hand squeezing them.It had my face!My boobs were not even that big! Why did they go so far to make my life miserable? Just beside it was another one of a completely naked woman. Again, my face was attached to it!My wolf began prancing. I was in a dilemma and there was no easy way to get out of it. I hated that I had ended things with Derrick, yet I was still facing the consequences.I opened my mouth to speak, but I was growling instead. The agony of what was going on tore at my heart so bad.Even more heartbreaking were the notes plastered on different parts of my desk. For some reason I could not understand, I read through every single note. I could not stop myself.You are just a sha
ASHLEYI got to the restroom. I was just about turning to the ladies when I noticed a guy standing at the entrance.“Ashley!” he called.I stood, waiting for him to speak.“Please I need your help,” he said, softly.I looked at him closely to see if he was someone I recognized but he wasn't.“What do you want?” I asked, wondering if he was up to some mischief.“I sprained my ankle. Please can you help me with my shoe? It won't fit,” he said, leaning on one leg.My wolf growled and immediately I became uncomfortable with his story,“call your friends,” I said to him and walked away.I went into the ladies, eased myself and stepped out. I was frustrated when I realized ‘mr sprained ankle’ was still there.“Help me, Ashley,” he begged.“Don’t you have friends? Just find someone else, please,” I said and turned.“This is unfair. Nobody wants to help me. It's really unfair,” he said.I sighed. My wolf growled again as I moved towards him. I had a strong instinct to ignore him. But if I did,
ASHLEYI walked up the stairs, headed to my mum's room. As soon as I walked in, I leaned into her embrace. We went over to the bed and sat down. One of the things I missed was my mum giving me head rubs. As soon as she started rubbing my head, I dozed off.I woke up an hour later to find her staring at me.“Mum,” I mumbled and placed my head on her thighs.“My princess. It seems you missed my head rubs,” she said, pushing my hair off my face.“Yeah, I did mum. I missed a lot of things and I am so so glad you are around now,” I said and wrapped my hand around her waist, while my head was still on her thighs.“I missed you too, Ashley. Now that we are having this conversation, I think I should let you know that I am traveling again,” she said.I sat up immediately, “what!”“Yes, baby. Alpha Hendrix and I have some important business to finish. I have to be present at a women seminar,” she explained.“How long will you be gone?” I asked, hoping it will only be a few days.“Two weeks,” sh
I woke up downcast. My mum and Alpha Hendrix were leaving to catch their noon flight. After everything I told my mum, she only promised to call me often and to return in exactly two weeks. I knew I would be gone by then. My mind was made up. But I did not tell my mum she would try to talk me out of it. She would further remind me of the importance of family and how amazing my step brothers were. We could only have breakfast that morning. I wished time would just stop so I would not have to return to a life of slavery. But there was nothing I could do to stop it. I would be alone for the next two weeks. Alone with a pack of monsters. I quickly showered and joined everyone at the table for breakfast. My mum kept rubbing my back and reminding me to keep in mind the things she said. “Ashley, I see you are missing us already,” Alpha Hendrix said with a smile and I nodded. “Don't worry, we'll be back before you know it. And your brothers will take good care of you,” he said.My stomach
ASHLEYLife became tough again. The few days of happiness were over and I was back to being the family slave. I woke up before 5 am to begin the chores lined up for me. I had to be in school early to avoid Jasmine's punishment. Since Alpha Hendrix and my mum were around, I had no reason to arrive at school late. Now they were out of town. I knew Carson would no longer carry me in his car. I had to trek. On the other end, there was Jasmine who had not been able to punish me for days. I knew it infuriated her and she would be extremely glad to deal with me. And the Jasmine I knew would triple whatever punishment there was for latecomers.I quickly rushed through the chores and prepared breakfast. By the time I was done, the triplets were downstairs, ready to eat. So far, I have been able to avoid being beaten. And I wished I could keep it that way. My wounds healed completely, thanks to my fast healing ability. I thought of how faster it would have been if I was an Alpha or a Beta. A
ASHLEY“I see you now have a place in Carson's car,” Jasmine said with a bitter look on her face. As usual, my wolf growled as I stood face-to-face with Jasmine. But I made up my mind to contain my wolf. I was not giving her the pleasure of seeing me shiver. “I don't understand what you're saying,” I said to her. “The hell you don't!” she yelled. “Carson offered to carry me in his car,” I said, calmly. Since she was desperate for an explanation, I decided to give her one. Immediately color drained from her face. She is wondering why the same Carson who was cold towards her would offer me a ride. I thought to myself. “Oh, I see,” she said with a raise of her chin, “you seem to have forgotten where you belong,” she added, fondling her knuckle rings. I was triggered by what she said. Jasmine had no right to talk to me about my place. But of course, Axel had given her the audacity to speak to me in such a demeaning way. My fingers started to curl, “I'd like to go to my class now,