CJ Kia's welcome party grew more intense as more guests arrived, with warm smiles, hugs, and a truckload of gifts. I trusted my pack members to turn up to parties. I had no hand in this, but I suspected that India and the rest of the women were going to create a festive atmosphere.The house became a madhouse with people shouting over one another and fighting to get in the kitchen at any given time. It was loud and chaotic as their Luna who liked parties was back. Kia always wanted everyone to gather around her and have a nice time without leaving anyone out of the flow.Everyone wanted to hug her: old friends, acquaintances, family, and even some members of other packs. They called her return a miracle, the best thing to ever happen to the pack, and were happy to know that she was alive.The stories and rumors were wild, so everyone came to see for themselves. I was surprised at the assorted dishes the buffet table held; Mini Beef Sliders, Bacon-wrapped scallops, Spicy Buffalo Chick

Lenora CJ suggested that we go for ice cream to help with my throat, and away from the pack house, I felt a semblance of peace, away from all the toxicity in the pack house. Although it was only a small gesture, I appreciated the fact he cared enough about me to suggest this. He took my hand and strolled to the ice cream parlor located on the other side of town.It was useless telling him what India did because the witch was going to deny it.We spent some time together in the ice cream parlor, and while I was staring at the chalkboard menu high on the wall that listed specialty desserts and their prices, CJ wrapped his arms around me from behind. Everything became an echo in the background: the whir of the blender, the customers in line, and the jingle of the cash register.Even though I knew I was being foolish for staying with CJ despite the glaring warnings, I couldn't help it. I was hopelessly in love with him. I didn't know if it was my age, and lack of maturity, but all I kn

Lenora "I think I am dickmatized," I winked at CJ while exhaling. It was funny how lovemaking made me feel so content. CJ laughed and pulled me against his side, kissing the top of my head as he held me close. "I'm your boy toy, baby" A giggle escaped my lips and CJ wrapped an arm around my shoulder. The sky had darkened and the crisp air smelled of honeysuckle as the moon and stars rose. This evening gave me more than enough reassurance to realize that I wasn't foolish after all. I leaned closer to CJ when he casually anchored on my hip. "I'm happy with the job well done. My customer satisfaction is my priority and I can see the euphoria in your eyes. I feel like telling everyone about my success of always making you orgasm like a fountain.""Stop," I laughed, bouncing lightly on my toes and stepping away from him. My gaze turned wistful while I stared at him. "I wish my happiness with you could last forever. It scares me sometimes that one day, it will vanish like a puff of ai

CJI was heading past the gates with Harrison when I heard a small commotion in the garden area. My heart somersaulted when I saw Kia dragging Lenora on the ground, with people watching and not doing anything except Magda who was trying to separate the two women."Fuck, this is bad," Harrison said, and I rushed to them, pulling Lenora away from Kia."Have you lost your mind?" I screamed at Kia. She halted, surprised to see me, and burst into a fit of tears. "She hit me first, CJ! Then she began calling me unprintable names, and I couldn't bear it. You know I would never lose my cool.""Don't tell me you hit her again!" I screeched at Kia, who paled and shook her head, her eyes glazed with hurt. Deep sobs racked her insides, but I tore my eyes away from her. Lenora was bleeding profusely from the several scratches on her shoulder. I grabbed a clean hanky and wiped the sand off Lenora's face. "I told you to ignore her, didn't I?" I snapped, breathing hard. "What the hell were you thin

LenoraWincing in pain, I limped away from the dungeon's hallway, regretting and hating myself for going to the dungeon in the first place. Killian was a fucking bastard. With every step I took, I felt a sharp shooting pain in my leg.Luck struck me because CJ and his family were not back. The only people who saw me were the maids, and of course, they didn't bother asking what was wrong with me. They pretended not to see me and it wasn't any of their business, which was fair enough. Wincing, I placed one foot in front of the other and began ascending the staircase.Grating my teeth in pain, I exhaled when I reached the top of the stairs and finally my room. I lowered myself onto the bed, trying to think of what I could apply to stop the pain.I was so irritated and wished I had hurt Killian before leaving the dungeon. He was irredeemable, and my animosity for him grew so much that it made my heart pound.I heard footsteps coming towards the room about an hour later, and I watched the