For the next two days, Scarlett remained in the room, resting to allow her body to recover fully. The time also allowed her to mourn her sorrows and solidify her determination to become a rogue as soon as she left there. Or perhaps she’d live among humans? Either way, she had no desire to be around people who had consistently disappointed her.
Ulva had also come to accept Scarlett’s decision after witnessing her unwavering determination.
During her two days of rest, the most Scarlett moved was to gaze out the window and observe the dark forest in the distance. She didn’t encounter the mysterious man, but another man named Dave visited her room once or twice a day to check on her. An appointed doctor and a nurse took care of her as well.
She had questions for Dave, but he made little effort to hide his apparent disapproval of her. Unaware of the reason behind his attitude, Scarlett chose to keep her questions to herself.
On the morning of the third day, she woke with renewed energy. Stretching her arms, she left her bed and stood in front of the mirror in the room’s corner, noting that she’d gained some weight.
Ulva rolled her eyes. ‘It’s because we’ve been stuck in this room for days!’ It was too long to remain inactive for a free-spirited wolf like Ulva.
‘Don’t be grumpy. We used the last two days for mental exercises, and it helped us reach a decision, right?’
‘Yeah, a one-sided decision.’
Sighing, Scarlett said, ‘Ulva, we’ve discussed this already. It’s better to be a rogue than to remain in the pack as an omega. I don’t have to remind you of the life of an omega, do I?’
Ulva curled up in a corner and mumbled, ‘I mean, I never said to go back to the pack... I just said to follow destiny.’
‘We’ll follow destiny by running away,’ Scarlett stated firmly, and Ulva fell silent.
A knock sounded at the door, and Dave entered.
It was unusual for him to appear in the morning, as that was typically when her nurse arrived.They greeted one another, then Scarlett curiously watched him. He gave off an elegant vibe, unlike his boss, who seemed like the main character of a mafia series.
“Alpha wishes to see you,” Dave said. “He’s waiting in his office.”
Alpha? “Oh... Okay.” Scarlett pursed her lips. Although the man exuded a domineering aura, she didn’t think he was an alpha. Why would George stay away from his uncle and scheme to secure the beta position if his uncle was an alpha?
“Come soon,” Dave said with a curt nod, then left the room.
‘Two days have passed, and that man calls for us now?’ Scarlett murmured but received no reply from Ulva.
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Ten minutes later, Dave escorted her to a study to see the alpha. The room was as cold as hers, but the mysterious man, the alpha apparently, sat hot as fire at a desk, watching her intently.
“I trust you are fully recovered, Miss Rowan?” he said, his tone deep as the blue sea, holding a rare melody.
Pursing her lips, Scarlett nodded. “Thanks to you... I mean, thank you for saving me that night and letting me stay in your place,” she replied, trying not to allow him to affect her senses.
Something about him seemed different, but she couldn’t place what, maybe because of his intense gaze. Scarlett felt suffocated by him, as if she was going to run out of breath at any moment. Even her lips went dry.
“Glad to hear it,” he said with a nod. “Now, Miss Rowan, do you remember your words at the pub?”
The question was so unexpected that it threw her off guard. “Wh-which words?” she breathed.
“Seems like you have a weak memory, Miss Rowan,” he said, his tone so even Scarlett couldn’t tell if he was mocking or serious. “I’m referring to your marriage proposal,” he added.
Scarlett flushed. “Umm, of course, I remember,” she said, trying to play it cool, though her insides were a mess. “What about it? If I am not wrong, you ran away.” Her eyes darted everywhere to avoid his gaze.
“Why do you wish to marry me?” he asked, catching her off guard yet again.
Scarlett felt caught in her own words. Out of desperation, she looked to Ulva for guidance. ‘What do I do, Ulva? I can’t just tell him the truth.’
‘Then you are left with nothing but lies,’ Ulva said with attitude. ‘So just say you fell in love at first sight.’ She was so out of character since the day their mate rejected them, and the arguments between them were getting too heated.
Scarlett struggled to contain her growing anger, but frustration still seeped into her voice when she asked, ‘Do you think he’s stupid, or am I simply a fool to ask for your help?’
‘I only answered what you asked,’ Ulva snapped.
Scarlett couldn’t hold back any longer, her temper flaring. ‘The pain wasn’t yours alone to bear, okay? And thanks to your impulsive attack, we’re in this mess!’
‘Then do whatever you want! Why come to me when you’ve already decided not to listen?’ Ulva growled before shutting herself off from Scarlett.
“Still waiting for your answer, Miss Rowan,” the alpha said, startling her.
“I-I fell in love with you at first sight,” she blurted.
“Is that so?” he asked, his scar twitching.
Scarlett couldn’t help but blame Ulva. ‘Yeah, you’re responsible for this! Fuck!’ Trying to regain her composure, she nodded at the man, feigning confidence. “Y-yeah, that’s it.” Then she quickly added, “I understand how immature that was of me, and I completely understand your rejection. It was impulsive, and—”
“I accept,” he said.
“Accept?”
“Your proposal.”
Scarlett did all she could not to allow her mouth to drop to the floor.
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For a split second, Scarlett thought she might be imagining things. She stared at the man, utterly dumbfounded. Her lips parted, and she tried to argue with the coldly silent man, but nothing came out of her but a nervous breath.At that moment, Scarlett was at a loss, feeling nothing but numbness.“You... You’re not playing a joke on me, are you, Mr. Weston?” Scarlett stammered, desperately seeking some assurance.Nicholas didn’t respond; he simply stared at her with a blank expression, surprised. ‘Did she just call you, Mr. Weston? I didn’t know when you changed your fucking surname,’ Damon, his wolf, grumbled in his head.‘Shut up, Damon,’ Nicholas closed him off. He also wasn’t sure why the girl called him Mr. Weston. But now he was 100% certain of her lie. She has her intention to marry him, and that thing definitely sets him as Mr. Weston.‘Who is this Mr. Weston?’ He rammed in his head.‘Or could it be she has mistaken you as Mr. Weston.’ Damon came back again, but this time w
“Now?” Scarlett watched as her new husband pushed the contract toward Dave. Dave took the contract and walked away silently, all the while wearing that displeased expression, still doubtful of the woman.Nicholas leaned back in his seat, inspecting the woman before him. “It’s time for you to pack your things and leave with me.”Scarlett didn’t think he had another place. “Is this not where we’re gonna live?” she asked, a touch of surprise in her voice.“No... We will move into my pack, Mystic Howl...” Nicholas answered lightly.“Mystic Howl? Okay... Wait, did you say Mystic Howl!?” Scarlett suddenly felt as though she had been thrown from the seventh sky. Her life turned upside down, and suddenly, in front of that man, Scarlett felt she had really turned into an Omega. No matter what, in terms of power, she could not defeat this man. Not because he is the Alpha of the most prestigious and powerful Kingdom, but because he is a freaking Lycanthrope!A Lycan was a regal breed of werewolv
Scarlett’s eyes widened as she observed the sleek, luxurious car waiting outside the mansion. Stepping out, the realization hit her—she was still in her own pack, Night Walker. The place, nestled close to the Lycan Kingdom and rarely traversed by werewolves, felt strangely unfamiliar, sparking thoughts that perhaps she had been whisked away to another pack.The surroundings had a notorious reputation—the ‘death forest,’ a place avoided like a plague. No wolf in their right mind would want to offend a Lycan. The pack’s absence had unofficially ceded control to the Lycans, who claimed the mansion and the forbidden side of the territory as their own.Dave, with a hint of reluctance, opened the car for his new Luna. Scarlett paused, her gaze drifting towards the forest. Regardless of the circumstances, this was her home, brimming with bittersweet memories, particularly those involving Alaina, her best friend.“Get inside...” Nicholas’s voice emerged from behind, but Scarlett didn’t budge.
The car door swung open, and Nicholas extended his hand for Scarlett to take. With a deep breath, Scar emerged from the car, instantly capturing attention.Eyes in the room held a mix of surprise and reluctance, unwelcoming glances reflecting the skepticism towards the presence of a wolf with tainted blood. (Wolf blood was considered impure, tainted with a touch of magic.) Despite the less-than-enthusiastic reception, with their Alpha by her side, no one dared to voice their disapproval. Instead, heads bowed out of respect.Entering the grand castle, Scarlett anticipated a welcoming committee, but only a handful of servants bowed in acknowledgment of their Alpha. Soon, the couple entered into a huge and luxurious bedroom.The decor enchanted Scarlett as she surveyed the room. “So...” She turned to Nicholas, a spark of curiosity in her eyes, “This is where I’m gonna live?”“Hmm... This is our bedroom,” Nicholas replied.“Yeah...” Scar nodded, then inquired once more, “I thought I would
“Alpha wants to see you,” Dave informed with his usual curt expression.“Oh... Okay,” Scarlett turned to Nicole, who was watching Dave. “Hi... Dave,” Nicole said, and Dave only nodded at her, “Hello, ma’am.”The tension in Nicole’s face was clear to Scarlett. Pursing her lips, Scarlett didn’t say anything, and after saying goodbye to Nicole, she followed Dave.Passing through the hall, they entered another corridor. It was empty and slightly darker. Scarlett suddenly felt tense with the man who clearly didn’t like her. She also realized the main reason for his hatred. He was a Lycan, and she was a mere wolf whom he needed to serve.In the middle of the corridor, he suddenly paused and turned to her. “Didn’t Alpha ask you not to get too close to anyone here? Which part of this don’t you understand?” His dark eyes blazed with fury. However, Scarlett remained silent. She was really annoyed. First of all, she was not at fault when Nicole approached her. What was she supposed to do? Be r
Scar glanced at herself in the mirror, adorned in a soft pink dress that accentuated her beauty. However, the sparkle in her eyes didn’t match her outward allure; instead, they were clouded with bitter sorrows.Life hadn’t unfolded as Scarlett had meticulously planned. Always cautious and sensible in her actions, she had dreamt of a simple life—happiness with her mate and assuming the role of a peace-solving Alpha. Yet, here she was, thrust into an unknown pack of powerful shifters, surrounded by individuals who harbored a deep-seated hatred for her. On top of that, she found herself entangled in a contract with the Lycan Alpha, driven by a desire to reclaim his throne and seek revenge against George. Tragedy had become her reality.A knock on the door interrupted her thoughts, and Dave entered the room. The moment his eyes fell on Scarlett, he was taken aback but composed himself swiftly.Her enchanting appearance captivated him. ‘She is really beautiful,’ he couldn’t help but think,
After the nerve-wracking council session, the couple made their way to what was more appropriately called a pack castle than a pack house. Nicholas, holding Scarlett by the waist, led the way inside, setting off a wave of whispers and curious, disapproving gazes that rattled her nerves.In the midst of the scrutiny, Scarlett caught sight of Nicole, who offered a reassuring smile and a subtle nod upon their eye contact. Scarlett’s spirits lifted a tad. At least, she thought, there was one person here who didn’t harbor resentment towards her.Nicholas brought them to a halt in front of their seats, prompting all pack members to cease their activities and focus on their Alpha. Rumors about his mate being a mere wolf had circulated, and it didn’t sit well with the pack.“Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for joining us here. Allow me to introduce this beautiful lady beside me...” Nicholas turned to Scarlett, “Scarlett Rowan, my mate, and your future Luna.”The announcement ignited a flurry
Clad in comfortable nightwear, Scarlett strolled out of the closet. The image of Nicholas emerging from the same closet was still etched in her mind, causing a headache. The last thing she wanted was to be swayed by him, but it seemed to be happening faster than she anticipated. Sighing, Scar got on the bed and laid down.‘Better fall asleep before he comes.’ Scarlett kept chanting the same line in her mind, and Ulva rolled her eyes. ‘Stop acting so pitiful!’ Ulva growled, and only then did Scarlett calm down.Lost in thoughts about the recent events, Scarlett’s eyelids grew heavy, and she drifted into a deep sleep. When Nicholas emerged from the bathroom, Scarlett was already in a deep slumber. He laid down beside her, the moonlight casting a gentle glow on her face, accentuating her beauty and innocence. He couldn’t tear his eyes away.‘I wonder how beautiful her wolf will be,’ Damon purred. ‘If only I could reach her.’‘What is this girl, Damon? Why can’t I read her mind?’‘I wish