Aria's POV...My heart felt heavy, and the tears didn't stop falling. I had to bury my face inside the bed to keep my noise from leaving the room. I don't want to be a topic of discussion amongst the guards and maids. The door clicked open, and it got closed in a second. The person hurried towards me, lifting me by my shoulder."Why are you crying?" Ella asked, her face creased in worry. I sniffed, gasping for breath. She patted my back continuously while rubbing at my arm. "Calm down; try to breathe."Swallowing my spittle, I wiped at my tears. "I am okay.""That's the worst lie I have ever heard in my life. Have never seen anyone who is okay crying this much. What went wrong? Is it Alpha Kyle?"I shook my head, "it's Devon.""What happened to him?""Nothing. We are no longer on talking terms." I replied."Why?"Inhaling, I shifted away from her. "I was told to stay away from him."Ella sighed, patting my hand. "

Kyle's POV...I blinked, almost not understanding what he was asking; I should have known Barrin was quite good at playing along and must have agreed with Devon just to console him. I inhaled deeply and exhaled."What are you talking about?" I queried.Barrin chuckled dryly, holding my gaze. "I know you must have said something to hurt her. What did you do?"I searched my head for the perfect way to tell him about Aria's new arrangement. I tried to imagine his possible reaction in my head. I decided to say what he would love to hear exactly."She seems disinterested in my decision to spend a day or two with her during the week. To spend more time with her as regards the pregnancy." I said. He hummed, "I guess she doesn't want your presence, just like you too. The feeling is mutual, after all."If only Barrin knew, but there is no way he would find out about the long meeting. It's just pending the time Aria falls pregnant. I stoo

Aria's POV...It felt like Ella dragged me to the entrance of the study; if I had my way, I would have run as fast as my legs could carry me far. As long as I don't get to face Kyle again and have to deal with his silliness or anything regarding the moonstone pack, my life will be fulfilled."You called me, Alpha," I mumbled tiredly as I entered, not bothering to knock."Did you hit your head on the way?" He questioned.I hummed in confusion, "what do you mean?"Kyle glared, "There's obviously something wrong with you for barging in here like an uncouth animal."I rolled my eyes, "Is that all you have to say? I take it that you are in a sour mood, so it's fine. Why am I here again?" I could see his eyes twitching; no doubt he was livid."If you don't watch that tongue of yours, I will have them cut off this minute!" He warned."That implies I wouldn't have to bear your heir or put up with you. Sounds like a good choice." I mutt

Author's POV...Devon tapped his feet on the hard ground with his hands behind his pocket; his heart thumped loudly when he heard Aria call out to him. Ever since they had a forced fallout, he had tried so hard to avoid her. The closer he gets to her, the more he can't seem to take his mind off her.His mother had acted unbothered when Devon confronted her for threatening Aria. On the other hand, maybe he dreamed too much of what would never happen. He has known Kyle all his life, and as friendly as he might appear, Kyle doesn't like to share whatever he thinks belongs to him. Devon had been observant enough to know Kyle wasn't happy about him and Aria. However, he had followed his heart nonetheless.Aria let out an awkward smile as she stood before him; scratching the back of her neck, she tried to keep her eyes glued to the ground.Devon chuckled, "I do have a day job, Aria. And I am sure your friend is eager for you to return."She sighed, "I'm

Kyle's POV...I watched as she jabbed and punched at the moulded fighting partner with all her strength. Aria seems to be pulling me in every now and then. It's been two weeks since we started getting more intimate, and I must admit, they are the best times I have had in a long while. I don't even feel so much guilt towards Barrin like before. Not because I don't love him anymore, but because I keep telling myself it's just sex to birth an heir. Even though there is no total ounce of truth in it.Still, there is no way I am letting go of Aria soon. Having her wrap her legs around me, trusting me enough to go deep into her, makes my heart race and my wolf filled with excitement. It feels extremely different with Barrin. I don't know why I keep comparing both; I just can't seem to help it.Not telling Barrin about the arrangement was a good idea; he appears uncomfortable with the supposed two days meet per week. And he has become more needy and clingy, all because