~Sophia~I was mopping the floor the next day at the company, as my mind kept drifting back to the mysterious bouquet of black roses that had appeared on my doorstep last night. I couldn't shake the feeling of unease that had settled over me since then.Just then, Mia and Jessica walked into the company, laughing and joking with each other. Mia had a piece of black rose in her hand, and my heart sank immediately I noticed. It was clear that she was the one who had sent me those flowers.I felt a mix of relief and anger wash over me. On one hand, it was good to know that the Black Bird Wolves weren't after me. But on the other hand, I couldn't believe that Mia would play such a cruel trick on me. I quickly finished up my work and headed to the restroom to talk to Miranda.When I told her what I saw, Miranda was shocked just as I am. "Why would Mia do something like that?" she asked."I don't know," I said, feeling frustrated. "But I know for sure that she was the one who sent it. She ha
~Sophia~Mia walked up to me, where I was standing and say. "No matter the position you occupied, you can never have value! Because you're rejected mate with no pack." She smirk and left.I felt a pang of hurt and anger as Mia's words sunk in. I knew that as a rejected mate, I was considered lower in status among the werewolves, but that didn't mean I had no value. I had worked hard to earn my position in the company and prove myself as a capable employee, and I refused to let anyone diminish my accomplishments.I took a deep breath and tried to shake off Mia's words. I reminded myself that I had Derick's support now and that was all that mattered. I was determined to make the most of my promotion and show the company what I was capable of.However, deep down, I knew that Mia's words would linger in my mind and affect me in some way. I couldn't help but feel a sense of insecurity and doubt about my place in the company. But I decided to push those feelings aside and focus on my new rol
~Eight years earlier~It was a warm summer evening, and Emilia was eagerly awaiting her 18th birthday. In her pack, every wolf's 18th birthday was a special occasion because it was the day they would finally turn into a wolf. Emilia had been looking forward to this day for years, but unfortunately, it turned out to be the worst day of her life.When it was time for Emilia's transformation, she tried with all her might, but nothing happened. She couldn't turn into a wolf like everyone else in her pack. Her mate, who was also her childhood friend, took one look at her and walked away. Emilia knew what that meant – she had been rejected.The Alpha of her pack was furious. In their pack, turning into a wolf on your 18th birthday was a tradition, and Emilia had broken it. According to the pack's rules, anyone who was rejected had to be banished. Emilia's family and friends were powerless to help her. They couldn't go against the Alpha's decision.Emilia was devastated. She had been banished
~Derick Mondragon Pov~I was driving down the winding road towards the pack house, enjoying the scenery and thinking about the pack meeting we were going to have later that day. Suddenly, my phone rang, and I picked it up without taking my eyes off the road."Mia? What's going on?" I asked."Alpha Derick, we're under attack by the black bird wolves rogue pack. They've killed several of our pack members, and they're still here," Mia's voice trembled with fear.My heart sank as I heard the news. The black bird wolves were notorious for their aggression and brutality. As the Alpha of my pack, it was my responsibility to protect my people."I'm on my way," I said, my voice firm and determined.I stepped on the gas pedal and increased my speed. The tires screeched as I turned onto the dirt road that led to the pack house. My mind raced as I thought about the best course of action.When I arrived at the pack house, the scene before me was devastating. Black roses were scattered everywhere, a
~Sophia Pov~As I walked through the front door of my house, all I could think about was collapsing onto my bed and finally getting some rest. The day had been long and tiring, and to top it off, I had dinner with my boss, Derick. It was strange to think about that. Come to think of it, why is he interested about my rejection story? Seriously, can't wrap my head around that, and for the fact that I was sitting across the man who used to make my life a living hell at work earlier, make me feels somehow. But now, after our dinner, it seemed like things were going to be different. Perhaps Derick and the other employees would no longer treat me like a rejected mate again, I guess.As I made my way down the hallway towards my room, I noticed Blake standing at my entrance. He was holding a black rose and sniffing it. I was stunned to see him there, let alone holding a black rose. Before I could say anything, Blake spoke up."How was your date with Derick, my pack biggest enemy?" He asked wit
~Sophia~I arrived at the company and walked towards my new office, I was taken aback by the sight of Mia sitting on my chair, operating the system like she owned the place. I strode towards her and demanded to know what is going on and why she's, in my office. "Mia! have you lost your mind? What the hell are you doing in my office?"Mia looked up at me with a smirk and said, "Oh, guess Derick forgot to tell you, I will be sharing office with the Rejected Mate. It makes me feel like I am not important, just like you." She curve the corner of her lips.I felt a surge of anger rising inside me, but I tried to keep my cool. I can't believe she still continue to be so disrespectful to me, considering the fact that she can't be more than just a subordinate.But before I could say anything, I heard a voice behind me. "Mia, what the hell do you think you're doing?"I turned around to see my boss, Derick, standing there with a look of fury on his face. Mia's expression changed immediately as s
~Sophia~With anger burning inside Derick, he look at me and say, "you're fired! And I don't want to ever sent my eyes on you anymore. Now leave this company!""What! Come on, after what happened to our pack. You're just going to let her leave just like that? If you will, then, I am sorry I can't." Mia wanted to attack me, but Derick stopped her. "Not here, Mia." I was ashamed, trying to defend myself but Mia did not give me the chance. Saying I have nothing to say so it's better I leave now! I slowly pick up my bag and walked out of the company, I couldn't help but feel a sense of betrayal. I had worked hard to get to where I was in this company, and it was all taken away from me in an instant.I knew that Mia had something to do with it, but I couldn't prove it. It felt like she had won, and I have lost everything.As I walked down the street looking sad and frustrated, then I decided to take the empty silent neighborhood street. The street is empty, people don't usually pass there
I woke up the next day feeling restless. Being fired from Mondragon's company was not something I was proud of, but I had to move on and find another job. I freshened up and got dressed, ready to face the world again.As I made my way to the door, I was blocked by Alpha Blake. I tried to walk past him, but he stopped me."Hey, wait a minute. I was expecting you to thank me," he said with a smirk.I raised an eyebrow. "Thank you for what?""For stopping my rogue from taking their anger out on you yesterday."I couldn't help but roll my eyes. "I wouldn't have backed down, regardless. And instead of bugging me, why don't you face your half-human mate?"Blake's eyes widened in shock. "What do you mean by that?"But before I could answer, someone called out my name. I turned around to see Miranda, she was standing a distance, smiling and waving at me.I shook my head at Blake and left him standing there as I made my way over to Miranda."Hey, Miranda. How are you?" I asked, smiling."I'm g