Kayla's POV. I hurriedly entered my office, hastily shutting the door behind me. The rapid thumping of my heart reverberated through my chest, causing my entire torso to pulsate in sync with the intense emotions surging within me.Leaning against the door, I sought comfort as I rested my trembling hand on my chest, releasing a deep exhale through pursed lips. The image of her smirking lips played in my mind, eliciting an exclamation of astonishment from me."No, no!" I clasped my head, attempting to regain focus. "You're here to work, Kayla, focus!" I reassured myself, determined to shake off the overwhelming aftermath of what had just occurred.In an effort to compose myself, I took measured breaths while making my way to my desk. Without delay, I immersed myself in the files assigned by Alpha Reynolds. Little did I know that he would take my casual remark seriously, burdening me with a workload capable of consuming an entire week.My gaze involuntarily shifted towards the door, a
Ava's pov.There was silence everywhere, and she blinked a couple of times for the words I had just spat out to sink in."What are you still waiting for? I said leave!! I'm sick and tired of your presence. You make me sick!"I yelled with my hands tightly fisted. The mere sight of her caused my stomach to knot up with tension. I could barely secure time with the Alpha for myself. The fear of her attempting to take my position added an extra layer of worry and anxiety to the situation.I shook my head vigorously, then directed a stern and disapproving look at Kayla. The gesture conveyed my refusal and displeasure, emphasising my disagreement with the situation at hand."Please, Ava… I can't really..." she began to say, but I interrupted her mid-sentence, cutting off the continuation of her words."Do you think I'm stupid?" I asked, my tone laced with fury. The intensity of my question reflected the frustration and anger bubbling within me.She shook her head repeatedly, giving in to
Ava's POV. The silence surrounding me fueled a growing anger within. The mere thought of Kayla taking Alpha Reynolds away from me stirred a dark desire within me; a wish to see her suffer, to see her bleed slowly while expressing the depth of my hatred. "Just look at him!" I screamed internally, observing how his attention remained fixated on her, disregarding my assertion that she was fine. He stubbornly ignored my words, persisting in his efforts to console her. He assumed I was the cause of her pain, and every ounce of affection he showered on her intensified my resentment. The moment became unbearable; I couldn't stand the connection they shared. Frustrated and desperate to break the bond, I plotted ways to distance him from her. As Kayla moaned, averting her gaze and pretending to focus on the files before her, I couldn't help but seethe with frustration. The charade played out before me, amplifying the internal unrest as I grappled with a mix of jealousy, anger, and a
Ava's POV."What do I do now?" The question continued to echo relentlessly in my mind, each iteration fueling my growing anxiety."No, she can't do anything like that! She promised to disappear after three months!" I repeated to myself, trying to calm the uproaring thoughts raging within me. To distract myself, I decided to leave my room and fetch a cold glass of juice, hoping it would quell the fire burning through my veins.Worry and frustration clawed at my insides, threatening to spill the secret we had between us. If I dwelled on the matter any longer, I feared I might act impulsively, revealing more than I intended.Descending the stairs, I heard a familiar voice greeting everyone. Turning to see the source, my heart froze, and its rapid thumping resumed with a vengeance.A surge of anger washed over me as I laid eyes on Adora, her ponytail swinging casually as she approached, bag in hand. The air around us crackled with tension, and my emotions threatened to erupt like a vo
Reynolds' POV.Lost in the whirlwind of organising the scattered files on my desk, time slipped away unnoticed. The urgency to clear the leftovers of the day's tasks was driven by a desire to avoid the incoming mess that would hinder my plan for the next day.The looming possibility of heading home provoked a sense of reluctance in me.The office, suddenly, seemed like a hideout where I could find comfort away from the incessant presence and troubles of Ava. Her constant demands for attention or discussions about having another child had created a yearning for the peacefulness of the office space.Coming out from my office, the dimly lit hallway welcomed me, a familiar path during the night hours. However, an unexpected flash of light disrupted the darkness that was supposed to surround everywhere, compelling me to turn towards its source.“She's still here?” I muttered, my eyes widening with surprise. Just then, a fleeting doubt lingered: "Or did she forget to turn off the light?
Reynolds' POV. "Hello, is this the Alpha?" The voice at the other end of the phone asked, making me be alert. Since the call was from an unknown person, then it was certain that it wasn't just calling for a mere reason, it was a serious issue and I needed to be focused. "What is the issue?" I asked with a deep voice. "I'm sorry to say this but Ava, your Luna was found in a car accident and she has been rushed to the hospital! We need your attention now, Alpha Reynolds!!!" The other voice uttered, making my heart skip a beat for a split second. I wasn't sure how to feel at some point but one thing I knew was that the news wasn't a good one. "Is anything wrong, Daddy?" Adora's voice suddenly questioned, pulling me off trance. Turning to her, I paused, I couldn't find the exact words to describe the situation to her. "Hello Alpha…" the other voice called out, making me realise that I was still on call with her. "I've heard you… thank you!" I swiftly ended the call as I stated be
Reynolds' POV.I turned on the car engines again and without hesitation, I zoomed out of sight and headed for the hospital like Adora wished for. She was still scared but I couldn't do anything about it. At least for now. And this was the main reason I just didn't want to have another child with Ava. Getting to the hospital, I parked the car and with Adora holding my hand tightly I rushed into the hospital. I walked over to the counter and after being greeted, I made my inquiries. "I am here to see..." I was about to utter the name when, suddenly, a deep and familiar voice called my name from behind, diverting my attention from my immediate focus."Alpha Reynolds?" Turning around, I couldn't help but find Doctor Edmond smiling at me. "I'm sure you are here to see your Luna… this way, Please…" he urged me and with Adora still in my grip, I followed him just as he had wanted me to. We soon got to his office and he instantly offered me a seat, making me comfortable for the time b
Kayla's POV. Standing at the bus station, I found myself with my head bowed down, a perpetual smile gracing my face as I tightly clutched the jacket in my hands. The joy radiating from within me seemed uncontainable as I awaited the bus."It's his …" I mumbled to myself as I kept staring at it endlessly. The Alpha's jacket was in my grip and although I didn't know how he had placed it on me, I just felt this tinge of sudden love and care from him. No one has ever cared so much for me like he had just did and it made me smile as I waited for the night bus at the bus station. As people walked past me, their curious glances lingered, and even though it might have seemed a bit strange, I simply didn't pay any attention to what they thought or think about me. Not in the slightest."I guess he isn't like they said he would be!" I mumbled to myself, squeezing the jackets and sniffing it at every second I got. I wasn't sure why I didn't hate him that much anymore but one thing I knew wa