The atmosphere was charged and I sensed a familiar presence around me. It was so strong, it sent shivers down my spine. I knew someone was behind me and it wasn't just anyone. Then there was a soft tap on my shoulder, causing my pulse to race and the hairs on my skin stood erect. I dropped the pack of chocolate I was holding as I turned around to see who it was. “Mate,” that familiar voice breathed, the same one that had dipped my world into hell many years ago.A torrent of emotions swept through my body as I stared into those deep gray eyes. Trevor! He stood there, an intense reminder of my past. His eyes, although familiar, now held a gleam of authority. He was definitely not the same Trevor from nine years ago. I couldn't name what I was feeling; bewilderment, resentment, hurt, shock _ everything came rushing like a whirlwind.And anger. God! I was so angry. The intensity of the anger I was feeling was so extreme that I could literally feel myself shaking and convulsing in ra
TREVOR.I came back to an empty space. She was nowhere to be found. I looked around, nothing. I rushed outside to see if she was there, the bottle of water still in my hand. I was consumed with tension as I caught a glimpse of her hastily driving off, at a high speed.I felt a rush of urgency in my instinct, to go after her. I finally found my second chance mate and she just disappeared! My wolf whimpered, a deep growl forming in my throat. I was devastated. I ran my fingers through my hair, circling in agitation. I had to find her!I was desperate. My wolf was agitated. I kept gasping and howling. I beckoned on my trusted pack and had them find out who the stranger was.I needed every possible detail to unravel the mystery surrounding my newly found mate.***I was not myself after the encounter at the supermarket. I growled at regular intervals. My wolf was completely on edge. The thought of her still had my pulse racing. I still couldn't wrap my head around the fact that she esc
BELLA.I stormed out of the hall. Anger surged within me like a raging storm. How dare Trevor ruin such a special event for me! I was still trying to wrap my head around the "second chance mate" saga at the supermarket, now this!A public declaration of me as his mate?My wolf was wheezing as I rushed through the crowd. It felt like I could not breathe. I knew Trevor was daring, but I didn't think he could be this arrogant and narcissistic!I got out of the hall to find a crowd of reporters waiting for me, recorders in hand. They came after me like a swarm of bees."Madam…Excuse me ma'am," filled the air.I hated dealing with paparazzi, especially in a scandalous situation. Apparently they had used the main exit to block me. I quickened my steps as I rushed to the car waiting for me. I hit the driver seat with a sense of urgency and instructed him to zoom off immediately.That was not the end of it. On arriving at the hotel, there was another team of reporters. I cursed at Trevor und
TREVORThe weather was quite chill but I wasn't feeling it. My senses were heightened and I was completely on edge. My wolf kept prancing out of worry. I tried to calm myself by clenching my fist, but it helped nothing. Asking Casper to kidnap the lady didn't seem like the best decision but I knew I had to act fast or risk losing her.The thought of it made me cringe. After all that had happened, it was obvious my second chance mate would not succumb to my advances. Ralph thought I was allowing my stubborn instincts to get the best of me. But I was in a state of desperation and I would have my second chance mate, at all cost!I scanned the environment, waiting for Casper. My anticipation was palpable. I kept pacing, my wolf whimpering at regular intervals. I yearned for the sight of her. I played images in my mind, how I would explain things to her. She had to understand that she was my second chance at life and there was no way I could let her go.Casper came into my chamber, worry
BELLAI looked up sharply as he called my name, his voice, a gentle mumble. His eyes held a pool of emotions as he stared at me. I stared back, trying to see the effect the realization had on him. Recognition laced his eyes, he was awestricken.How the hell did he remember me? I thought to myself. I did a quick calculation in my head. What exactly did he remember?Hearing him say my name made my heart skip. The realization that I still had a place in his memory almost got me emotional, but this was not the time for that. I kept my head high as he approached. I made up my mind to not budge, no matter what.I drew my kids closer to me. I wasn't going to let Trevor appear from nowhere and take over them. Just like that. Who did he think he was anyway? Alpha, so what? I could feel my heart beating fast, as I held onto Cara and Craig."Trevor, why did you bring me here?" I asked, staring intently at him.He didn't utter a word. He just stood there, tongue tied. His eyes kept dancing from
TREVORI surveyed the kids, my gaze unwavering. They looked frightened, cowering before me. Their fear was palpable. I knew my Alpha voice was a powerful tool. I had use it to intimidate and control them.My heart ached as I looked at them. I hated myself for allowing my ego take over me. I didn't feel good after exerting my power on eight year old kids.I tossed a glance at Bella, she had a heavy scowl on her face. It was evident she didn't approve of my approach. It was all her fault. She pushed me too hard and I was foolish to have reacted arrogantly.As I stared at them all shaken, I was moved with compassion. I inhaled deeply, trying to get a hold on myself.My facial muscles became relaxed as I crouched in front of them, my eyes still flashing gold."Are you twins?" I asked in a softer tone.This time, my voice was laced with affection. It held promises of love and protection from an Alpha.They simply nodded, unable to look at me. I gasped, to think I had a set of twins all the
BELLAI felt handicapped by Trevor's condition. It sent a surge of conflicting emotions through me. I was gripped by anger, and a strong need to protect my children. I hated the fact that Trevor was putting me in a position where I had to follow his demand.My heart felt heavy, a cold reminder of the consequences for defying Trevor.How dare he place my kids side by side with his demands? I wondered how much selfishness still lurked in that soul. I had no choice but to let him mark me. The thought of losing my kids to his domineering presence sent a cold shiver down my spine.Trevor demanded that we remain in his house.“A room will be set for you and one for the kids,” he said, with so much haughtiness.When I argued about my business suffering in my absence, he insisted that I called my assistants to take care of things. He seemed in control of the situation and I hated it. Everything I did was for my kids. I would climb mountains and cross oceans to keep them safe.***I woke up wi
BELLAI was still trapped within the confines of Trevor's mansion. I felt caged. I yearned for my freedom. The luxurious furnishing of the mansion offered no solace, all I wanted was to return to my normal life, with my precious kids. The same ones Trevor was fighting to steal from me, with his dominating presence.Cara and Craig were the only reasons I was stuck here, in this prison. My love for them was stronger than my desire to escape. I longed for the comforting chaos of work. Creating designs was solace for me. From sketching to cutting to sewing, I missed everything.I was tired of being confined to this space.Trevor and the kids had gone for their planned ride. I decided to spend the time tending to myself. I needed to soak in a warm bath, something to distract me from the storm of emotions that were constantly raging in me.Since running into Trevor in that supermarket, my life had become a tumultuous mess.***The bath had the desired effect on me. I felt relaxed, my nerves