Taylor's POV When I open my eyes, the first thing that intrudes is the sharp light that almost blinds me. I have a splitting headache but yet there is a feeling that this is the least of my worries. I'm laying on a warm surface, my wolf is suddenly awake inside me and I feel that I'm in danger. Using what little strength I feel I have left, I kick and fight against the person holding the hands down. “Easy there, little one.’’ the masculine voice says with almost a hint of mockery and laughter. My struggles and attempts to save myself are in vain. I am weak and feeble, unable to move and unable to do anything for myself. It only reminds me of who I am. How pathetic am I? Is this one of my father's main games? Is this his idea of getting rid of me now? “The alpha assigned me to take good care of you because he trusts me the most. I think that should be enough to get you to understand that I'm not here to hurt you, Taylor.’’ The man holding me down is a wolf just like myself. I ca
Ryan's POV I knew that it was going to be difficult. I expected a challenge from her. I understood why she didn't trust me. Yet at the same time, I had expected that she would feel the bond between us and she wouldn't have this much doubt. When she asked me that question however, nothing broke my heart as much as that. The very idea that my mate would think of me as a person that would harm her. As werewolves we are taught that the only people who we can rely on and depend on are the mates whom the moon goddess has blessed us with. I have lived my life thinking about how I'm going to love and protect my mate and want to meet her. I would burn down the whole world if she was in danger. But she thinks so low of me. The idea of even poisoning her or lacing her food would never cross my mind. Not in a thousand light-years. “I am hurt that you think so low of me.’’ her beautiful blue eyes as she looks into mine makes me feel like I'm connecting to her in ways that are not possible. Ho
Taylor We had a civilized conversation. Or at least I would think so. I haven't really been able to sit down and talk to another person in a long time. “You still managed to be the invisible girl despite being extremely intelligent.’’ Ryan spoke, setting aside his plate. Before any of these, I hadn't even realized where the conversation began. All I know is that one moment, we were sitting in silence having our meal, and then the next, we were engrossed in a conversation so deeply that I felt like I had known him for a thousand years. “ It's not really about intelligence. If I answered all the questions correctly, then I'll get an unwanted attention.’’ I said, with my head lowered. “You made yourself average on purpose?’’ he asked me, looking all serious like he was expecting more from me. And of course he was. I remain silent for a moment. There is an unfamiliar feeling of Joy inside of my heart, something I haven't felt in a long time, but talking about my grades will only
Taylor's Pov Raul had come in to check on me almost three times today. The doctor didn't appear to be as hostile as I expected. Yet I couldn't just trust anyone in this Pack. “Do you have any idea where my father is being held?’’ I asked, and he looked up at me with shock. He draws out the syringe from my arm and proceeds to place a cotton ball soaked in spirit over the incision. “I have no idea my queen.’’ “I told you not to call me that. I am not..’’ “The alpha has made it clear that you will be the Queen of this Pack.’’ “Ryan shouldn't..’’ “Not alpha Ryan.’’ It is dense. The doctor is hesitant. “Alpha Joseph is also quite happy about your arrival.’’ I could tell that he was incredibly afraid just by mentioning his Alpha's name, as the expression on his face was not the same one when he had mentioned Ryan. He was a little bit more calm, and his shoulders were dropped. I had learnt to study a person's behavior from years of being beaten up by my father. It will become a ne
Ryan’s Pov Nothing is ever out of control. Nothing is out of my hands. I have grown up learning and believing that I am in control of the things that happen. But I've never been so unsure about something as I am right now. I went out with Philip to hunt as planned. Changing or canceling my plans would have blown the whistle to whoever was watching and following us. I hate feeling vulnerable. Perhaps, part of the reason why I had decided to not blow the whistle is because I welcome the challenge. I was frustrated and pent-up with thought about my mate that I would really appreciate beating up someone right now. It was part of the reason why I chose to pretend that Philip and I knew nothing about the intruder. Ever since meeting my mate, I have not really been out to train the warriors. I left it all to Phillip and Nikita and my father. I haven't really complained about my absence. He was just as equally supportive about my mate and he wanted the both of us united as soon as possib
Ryan’s Pov “Because an alpha never thinks with his heart alone.’’ We stand at a safe distance away from the warriors and anyone else. A space that guarantees nothing but absolute privacy. “There was someone following us while we were hunting.” I changed the subject immediately. I could tell where my father was headed with what he had to say. His statement had created doubt that I didn't think was possible. I couldn't help but wonder whether I had made the right decision by choosing my fated mate and not a different woman of Higher political gain. Yet for my father to agree with my decision must also mean that he also benefits from this union. whether or not I would like to agree to it, but the fact that he has given me his blessings, is more than enough for me to go by. I choose to not continue that conversation any longer. My father and I have always maintained a public appearance. We are always united. together. Yet in private, our differences are unearthing. The same thing a
Taylor’s POV “You lost feelings for your mate?’’ The idea of not feeling anything for Ryan engages me. I find myself edging a little bit closer to her. She seems friendly but I still can't just judge. She's from the alphas family for crying out loud. She's probably Ryan's mother. her intentions to me are still unknown. And trusting her will be playing so much stupidity in my end. “No I didn't. I just fell out of love with him. Immense attraction still remained. the same attraction that was given by the moon goddess in terms of the mate bond. But If you reject a bond for long enough then it becomes tragic. And then the love slowly changes. And what you felt was once an irresistible attraction, slowly becomes a regrettable nightmare. Especially if the union takes away everything you believed in and everything you loved. I know who you are, Taylor Monroe. I know what your father did. I know that you haven't seen any kindness in this world. I know that you're skeptical about getting mar
Philip’s POV A silent alarm had been triggered from Alpha Ryan's room. I was the first person who directly received it. I had been out in the field, assigning new guards and exchanging the previous ones. Everything had been tense the previous day. Ever since Ryan and I discovered that there was an intruder in the park, Alpha Joseph has been so vigilant and careful about everything and everyone. He has been sending back meals countless of times and making the servants eat the food in front of him If I didn't know any better, I would often assume that even my father knew what was going on. The secret meetings between my dad and alpha Joseph had increased. Most of them happen in the middle of the night. I knew that something was fucking going on but I just couldn't figure out what it was exactly. Ryan was just as clueless as I was. We both had questions that remain unanswered. Nonetheless, we choose to protect the pack at all times, as it is our duty. My eyes had widened the moment