Aria's POV...The word that goes about not knowing what you are capable of until you are left in a tight situation is exactly my case at the moment. After being treated and being outrightly ignored by Kyle to meet with his lover, I knew there was no way I would settle to be a baby mama and have only a house to show for it.All of the humiliation Wade and Breona subjected me to was because they had the power and could do whatsoever they wanted without being questioned. I don't intend to boss anyone around. But i also want to be in power and shield myself from being maltreated ever again.The look on Kyle's face had me feeling delighted. This is how it should be when you know you are in control.I was taken aback when Barrin let out a hysterical laugh, and Kyle's expression matched his. "Has this young lady lost her mind?" He bellowed.Kyle shook his head, "you have really got some nerves, Aria. Standing in front of me and making demands when you have no other option but to do what I wa

Aria's POV...As much as I have tried adjusting to Ella's overwhelming presence, I still can't seem to adapt to how talkative she is. Almost like there is a tool inside of her that can't hold its breath for too long unless it talks it all out.I can't really complain, though. She is the only person around I can actually relate to. Cassandra is mostly on a cold edge patrol. You really can't tell if she is okay being friendly with you or not.Ever since I made my conditions known to Kyle, I have done my very best to avoid he and his lover Barrin, don't want to experience some unnatural accident before getting what I had asked for. During training, I don't let Barrin choose for me anymore. I just watch what they do and practice on my own.From the look of things, It appears he is also ignoring me as much as he can. That's a win-win for both of us. I really don't want to stress too much.Still, it bothers me that I haven't heard back from Kyle. Not even Ella o

Kyle's POV...I laughed lightly at Barrin's failed attempt at making a joke. He has a silly habit of putting words that don't match together to make me laugh. And it's funnier because his inability to put the jokes together erupts the laughter.However, I was a bit preoccupied with my thoughts. My mind keeps going back to the expression on Aria's face, even though I try not to really bother myself about whatever goes on with her.But this is the effect of being someone's mate. You get to feel some part of their emotions, and the sight of Barrin and I definitely would have some impact on her. I felt a soft caress on my shoulder.Barrin smiled at me, caressing my hair. "What has gotten your mind so preoccupied?"I mirrored his expression, "Nothing, I just got lost in the moment. Do you have anything planned for the day?"He raised a cute brow, "You want me to stay the night?"I pulled my lower lip in, putting my hand behind his neck to hold him dow

Barrin's POV...My eyes scanned her reaction; she did a good job of masking whatever emotion she felt. The closer one gets to Aria, the more evident her two-wolf scent is. But it's none of my business, and that is really not why I am here.There is a need to put things straight with her. Considering her unfavourable condition, one would think she would be the most reserved. Instead, the lady remains sassy and demanding. Every bit of it gets on my nerve.It's more annoying that Kyle doesn't seem bothered about what her presence might do to us. Ever since Aria's arrival, the both of us have had to argue repeatedly, and she is always the bane of discussion. I am so not allowing someone like Aria to ruin my happiness. I shifted on the couch well, holding her gaze."I want to believe you didn't come here for a staring contest with me. Why won't you just say what you have to say and leave? I don't intend to waste my breakfast on you." She said.I kissed my teeth

Aria's POV...I still wasn't over the shock of Beta Barrin's reaction, it's been more than an hour, and I was still dazed. If Ella hadn't summoned the courage to discover what was happening, I might have become dead meat by now.That man doesn't care what his action could have done to me. The shards of glass from the chandelier could have sunk into my already weak body. That would have been horrific damage. I have a feeling he would be the reason behind my death if I ever give in to his offer.At the same time, it had me thinking. What if deciding to stay as Luna was a terrible idea? Just a mere attempt to run around the pack, even though I didn't really know what I was doing, had me locked up for days. How can I be so sure birthing the child and staying back regardless would be appropriate for me?My head ached at the thought of what might become of me. Would all of my endurance come to nothing? I really wish there was something that I could look up to for any