Elsie's POV Feeling defeated, I knew I had done everything I could to try and convince Theo Warren my intentions. It was clear that he wasn't going to be convinced that I wasn't a spy for Rory Roth anytime soon. "Fine," I exhaled "Thanks for the opportunity at least," I could feel myself deflating as my dreams were being ripped away from me in an instant. Taking one glance at Theo, his expression had not changed, his eyes burned into me while a wicked sneer shaped his lips. He said nothing as I left, the negative tension in the air felt uncomfortable. What now? Do I go back to Rory with my tail between my legs? Or remain a rogue wolf. I left the Summer Pack house, and as I took the few steps which lead out of the large doorway, I saw Gracie playing on the lawn. In her hand, she gripped a bubble wand and I watched her blow the wand, giggling and dancing about as the bubbles danced in the air. "Elsie!" Gracie beamed as she saw me walking down the pathway "Did you do it? Di
Theo's POV Elsie's indecision was beginning to irritate me now, I could feel myself becoming more impatient with her. Why was this such a difficult question for her to answer? Yes or No. Her actions at the moment really showed me what kind of a person she was, flakey and indecisive. Was this really someone I wanted in my pack? Maybe I should retract my offer, I didn't want this to become too much of a chore. Having a nanny for Gracie was to alleviate my stress from me, not cause more work. "Perhaps some time away will help you decide your answer, Elsie," I spoke up, wanting her out of the way or my blood would begin to boil. Keeping my temper calm isn't my strongest quality at times "Take Gracie into the garden and play," I watched Elsie's eyes lock onto me, she held such contempt within her green gaze, and I felt as though she wanted to harm me where I stood. I became slightly amused by her at this moment, it seems she was easy to fluster. A part of me enjoyed that about he
Elsie's POV It was really adorable seeing how excited Gracie was about her favourite toys. We sat on the grass, beneath a Willow tree to shade us from the warm sun. As nice as the day was, the Sun had become far too much for me to handle, my redhead skin didn't do well in the Sun. Gracie had pushed a ragdoll into my arms, and as I inspected her face, I noticed one of her button eyes was missing. The way the embroidery had been torn, her mouth downturned making her appear sad. This poor dolly had been in the wars. "This is Lucy," Gracie said "She's missing an eye, because she was a Warrior who had it removed by enemy spies when they tortured her," I flinched, Gracie really had some imagination. What a dark idea for a small child to have in her mind. It made me wonder what kind of things she had heard, or even seen. Perhaps it was living with three men who possibly enjoyed their violence. I placed the doll on the ground, face down to remove the thought from my mind, and took
Theo's POV After the meeting with my brothers, I had excused myself from the dining table, and taken myself to the conservatory. The sun warmed this room like a greenhouse, and as I paced up and down, I felt myself begin to become clammy with the heat. I dabbed my sleeve at my forehead lightly before I perspired too much. There was a reason for me being here, I knew I had a perfect view of the garden and could observe what Elsie was doing with my daughter. If I could get some insight into how she acted around Gracie, then I could decide whether my offer was adequate for Gracie. Sure, Gracie appeared to be infatuated with Elsie, but were the feelings reciprocated? Or did Elsie have other intentions of being part of the Summer Pack? I needed to know everything about this stranger who had infiltrated my Pack. As I paced, my movement slowed, my eyes fixed on the pair sitting beneath the Willow tree. They seemed as though they were in conversation, which was unusual in itself as
Elsie's POV Arrogant. Spiteful. Cruel. These were the words I would use to describe Theo Warren. His ugly heart began to show through clearer the more time I spent with him. What difference did it make to Theo if I trained for a little while, when I was off nanny duties? My instinct told me to stick this out, be the bigger person and prove Theo wrong. "I accept your terms," I spoke through gritted teeth, my eyes fixed on Theo's. Usually so stubborn in my ways, I wouldn't back out so easily from something I really yearned for. "Good," Theo smirked "A little obedient lady has joined our Pack, my brothers," He turned on the spot to face Kai and Oris. The brothers both stood to their feet and joined Theo's side. Oris remained silent, but his eyes lingered on me. I felt a sudden wave of heat wash over me, something about the way his eyes so full of wisdom, studied me. I enjoyed his gaze on me. "Heck yeah!" Kai punched the air "This is awesome!" He approached my side, a
Rory's POV Slamming my fist into the wall, the pain stung my flesh, and my knuckles ached from the pressure. I felt the anger surge through me. After being delivered the news that my baby girl, Elsie had left the Autumn Pack, only to join my biggest rivals, I had wanted nothing more than to cause harm to my enemy. Moreso than usual. What a slap in the face this was, everything I had done for that little bitch, and this is how she repays me? I had raised Elsie, given her a roof over her head, and she never needed to ask for anything. She was well cared for. Elsie even had the privilege of taking my dick when I needed the relief, yet the selfish little brat still turned against me. Resting my palms onto my desk, I felt the anger grow wilder inside me. My wolf, Evander, began to stir within me. Closing my eyes tightly, I saw the vision of my wolf inside my mind. His grey fur, streaked with black shook as he awoke, and his yellow eyes shone brightly. The scar across his left e
Oris' POV Ah, the library. My sanctuary. My solitude. After today's events, I felt the need to spend some time in my favourite room in the house. Surrounded by books, this to me was absolute heaven. The scent of the leather bound literature, and the dust which gathered on them, to me this was my safe place. Pulling one of my favourite pieces of literature to study from the shelf, I placed it open on the desk and took a seat. I began to thumb through the pages slowly, taking in the information as I read. I had studied this book a thousand times, but I never lost interest. Greek Mythology was something I had always shown particular interest in, and today I needed to relax with some of the book's knowledge. I knew these paragraphs nearly by heart now, but the comfort they brought me was irreplaceable. My concentration was disturbed by the sound of a giggle from down the hallway. I instantly recognised the voice of my niece, dear little Gracie. Gracie ran into the library, a
Elsie's POV Oris and I walked either side of Gracie, holding a hand each and we would swing her on her command. The further we approached the ice cream parlour, the more swings Gracie required. "It's a beautiful day," I said, taking my eyes to Oris as I smiled at him. "Extremely beautiful," Oris said, his eyes on me and I had a feeling he wasn't referring to the weather now. My cheeks warmed from his compliment, and I felt as though I needed this ice cream as soon as possible, just to cool me down. Eventually, we reached the parlour. It was busy, everyone else had the same idea and were clambering to see the menu above the ordering counter. "Take Gracie outside," Oris said, gesturing he directed toward the tables out the back of the parlour "Gracie can play out there and I'll order us some ice cream," I appreciated Oris' offer to order for us, I didn't want Gracie to get caught up in all that chaos. But it made me think the ice cream here must be outstanding if the plac