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
TREVORThe weight of Bella's words pressed on me. It echoed over and over, causing me discomfort as I walked back home. I had called her to wait, but she moved on, not looking back.“Nothing can erase the hate I feel for you…”Did she really mean those words?I sighed at the thought of her words. Guilt washed over me, I had allowed pride and desperation cloud my judgment.I carried on the weight of my regret as I went into my chamber.I felt tormented.My wolf shared my torment. There was a constant whisper in mind, reminding me of the pain I had caused my mate. The truth of my actions echoed through my soul, causing my heart to thump loudly.The rest of the evening left me feeling apprehensive. My heart felt heavy, a reminder of what I had done. I couldn't get my mind off Bella. I needed to make things right.A surge of determination flushed through me, I was going to make everything right, no matter what it took.I thought of the possible ways to go about it. I considered getting de
BELLAI deeply inhaled the scent of the forest as I turned towards the mansion. The adrenaline rush from the run gradually subsided, replaced with a sense of calmness I had not felt in a long time.I fell into a deep sleep on arriving at the mansion.I woke up feeling refreshed after a few hours of sleep. The temporary escape from my human form and its overwhelming emotions was worth it.I thought of Bella, as I stretched on my bed. I wanted to do right by her but her stubbornness was quite scary. I was worried about how she would act if I didn't apply force. The thought of losing my second chance mate was fucking scary.I thought of recent happenings and I realized her anger was growing into resentment. If things continued that way, I'll never be able to gain her trust.I made up my mind to be of better behavior.With the Luna festival just around the corner, I wanted to proceed with an official announcement that I had found my mate and we would be getting married soon.I trailed int