Bella's POV I quickly folded the paper I had been working on, concealing it in my palm, my heart pounding in my chest as I tried to maintain my composure. "Oh, just some schoolwork," I replied, my voice wavering slightly as I forced a nervous smile. "You know how it is, assignments and all." Selena's eyes narrowed, and she reached out to grab the paper from my hand. "Let me see that," she demanded, her tone sharp. Panic surged through me as I tried to think of a way to divert her attention. "Selena, it's really not that interesting," I stammered, taking a step back. But Selena was relentless. With a swift motion, she snatched the folded paper from my hand and unfolded it. Her eyes scanned the paper, and her expression shifted from anger to confusion. "What on earth is this, Bella?" she asked, staring at me and the paper in confusion. I didn't reply, just leaning on the table and looking in at her straight in the eye. "A fucking baby naming list?" She scoffed at me. "With ever

Bella's POVMy hands shook as I stared at the image on my phone, disbelief and shock washing over me. The younger version of Michael, standing solemnly at that grave, sent a chill down my spine. It was undeniable proof that there was a connection between them and if I was seeing properly, she was his mother.As I pondered the implications of this revelation, my phone buzzed again. Another message from Alpha Max appeared on the screen."We need to discuss this further. Where are we meeting?"I hesitated for a moment, contemplating where to see him so that it would be private enough."Is the training grounds a good idea?" My phone buzzed again.Knowing Michael wouldn't be there today, I quickly typed my confirmation and hit send."Alright. I'll be there."In haste, I got ready and made my way to the training grounds.As I reached the center of the training grounds, Alpha Max emerged from the shadows. He nodded as I approached, his eyes scanning the area to ensure our privacy."Are you o

Bella's POVI stood there frozen, my heart pounding in my chest as I eavesdropped on Michael's father's angry words. The revelation hit me like a thunderbolt. I always suspected a connection to the nurse's death, but hearing it right now, confirmed in such a dramatic manner, that left me shaken to the core.I pressed my ear closer to the door, desperate to hear more of the conversation."You're being unreasonable," a woman's voice responded. "The girl was young and we don't even know if it had nothing to do with what happened to your late wife. Blaming the poor girl won't bring her back.""Lies! If not for the birth of that girl, my wife would still be alive!" He roared."So you regret remarrying me then?" She retorted and I could feel the anger in her voice.Just before he could reply, I heard another door open and then Michael joined the conversation. I was relieved, thinking he would calm them down and I could finally greet them. "Enough you two," I heard him say and the whole roo

Bella's POVI was trapped in the arms of this mysterious person, my heart pounding in my chest. Their grip on me was firm, and I couldn't break free. Panic welled up inside me as I realized the gravity of the situation. Who is he? One of the Beta's men? Will he take me to him? What will happen if the Beta finds out I listened to his conversation? Whoever they were, they were involved in something sinister, and I knew I had to stay calm if I wanted to leave here alive.With every ounce of self-control, I ceased my struggles and forced myself to listen to the hushed conversation between the Beta and this stranger.The words exchanged were chilling. They were discussing a plan to shed blood if all went bad, and it all sent shivers down my spine. I had to find out more, gather evidence, and expose the truth. But first, I needed to survive this encounter.Before I knew it the both of them went their separate ways and my mind raced knowing this stranger would probably take me to the Beta

Bella's POVI took a step back, my heart pounding in my chest as I listened to their conversation. Soon I heard footsteps approaching so I went back to the kitchen, stylishly peeping at the door.Just like I suspected, Selena walked out of the room, a confident smile on her face. In her thoughts, she already has a plan to get Michael away from me. But how would that help them in securing the Alpha throne? Wouldn't it be pushing me to Alpha Max instead? What is their plan exactly?Just as I was lost trying to decipher the motive behind my father and Selena's actions, Dessa called my attention to something."Bella, look. The double-edged sword is coming," she announced, referring to Michael, who stormed out of Jessica's guest receiving room with a frown and a phone in his ear.Didn't he go home with his parents earlier? I couldn't help but think. Why did he come here again? It seemed the phone call couldn't connect so he groaned in frustration. He looked left, then right and I could see