AVERY "Ahh!" I gasped out, opening my eyes when cold liquid landed on my face. Alpha Jared was staring down at me. My eyes went to the bowl he was holding and I took my hand to my face...water. Did he just pour water on my face?"Get out of the bed." His cold voice snapped me out of my thoughts. I glanced at him before looking down at my naked body. My face heat up as I recalled yesterday's happenings."Are you deaf?" He said again, and I quickly stood up but I fell back down on the bed when pain gripped me.Oh, no..I don't think I can walk. That's what I thought, but when I looked up at Alpha Jared's face, I had to stand, though with a lot of effort.I picked up my gown which was on the floor, putting it on before trudging to the door, cause I was feeling hellish pains in my under. This was as a result of how hard he went on me yesterday.I finally got to the door after what seemed like forever. I opened it and went out before leaving the suite. I walked out of the building but I w
JAREDWalking out of the bathroom, my brows furrowed when I saw Lisa sitting on the bed, a frown on her face."Why are you here?" I asked."Why was Avery here?" She asked instead."Oh. you saw her." I mumbled, scratching my eyebrows"Yes, I did, so why was she coming out of your suite so early in the morning?" She asked."You saw her, right? So why didn't you ask her?" I raised my brows."What?" Her frown deepened but I said nothing and just walked into the dressing room.I took out a black trouser and shirt then put it on, sprayed perfume on my body before walking out, I went to my bedstand and picked my phone."Are you seriously ignoring me?" Her voice made me look at her, "I'm not ignoring you, I just don't have time for this kind of talk." I clarified."What? You are annoying!" She spat before storming out of the room and out of my suite.I sighed out, tucking my hands inside my pocket before going to the living room."Morning." Mavis walked in and I frowned, "Who asked you to com
AVERYI had just finished dropping the Alpha's used dishes in the kitchen when I heard my name being called. Turning around, I raised my brows a bit at the sight of Princess Lisa's maid."You called my name." I walked closer to her, and she nodded before speaking up. "Princess Lisa wants you in her room.""Huh, why?" I immediately asked."I have no idea, so go on." She replied and walked out of the kitchen.I didn't move, but kept standing in confusion. What did she want me for? Did I offend her... but I don't remember doing so? Biting my lower lip, my legs finally moved and I began walking to her suite. The walk lasted for about two minutes before I finally got to her suite."Come in." Her voice sounded after I knocked on the door. I took a deep breath before going in. My eyes landed on her figure beside the window, but she turned immediately and a smirk appeared on her lips when she saw me."You called for me." I muttered with my gaze on the floor."I did." She slowly walked to me.
The next morning, I couldn't escape Lady Margaret's scolding. I can still recall her yells and Mabel's snickering as I headed to the Alpha Jared's suite with his breakfast."You can go in." The guard said after announcing my presence to the Alpha. I walked in but stopped in my tracks when I saw Princess Lisa there, sitting with her legs crossed."And why are you standing there without doing nothing?" Her irritated voice sounded, and I bowed slightly before going to the dining table. I arranged the meals on it and began tasting them, and all through, I could feel her cold eyes on me.Just as I was done tasting the meal, the room door opened and Alpha Jared showed up."Good morning, Alpha." He ignored me, and turned to Princess Lisa who stood and kissed him right there.I gulped nothing as I stared at them. Somehow, watching them kiss made me feel as if something heavy was placed in my chest. The worst part was that Princess Lisa was touching him all over."I..." They seemed like they w
AVERYI opened my eyes to the bright sun emitting from the window. A soft sigh escaped my lips as I looked around. My eyes widened when I realized where I was, and I sprang up, looking around to be sure I was not seeing things. I was in the Alpha Jared's room!My mind went to what happened yesterday, how I was running from that creepy guard, then I suddenly felt dizzy and I almost fell biy someone caught me then...the sweet scent. What was that about?"What are you doing here?" My thoughts were cut short when Princess Lisa walked into the room, a frown speedily appearing on her face when she saw me."Er– I don't know.""What do you mean you don't know? Are you playing with me?!" She asked with a glare."I– " "What's going on?" We both turned to the door where Alpha Jared stood with a questioning look on his face."I should be the one asking you that. What's she doing here?!" Princess Lisa hollered."Watch the way you talk to me, Lisa." Alpha Jared said going to the cellar."Seriously
AVERY"Ahh." I sighed out as Alpha Jared pulled out from me. He left the bed while I kept laying there with my eyes closed. Throughout the sex, I felt like he was angry, but I couldn't point it out, though he made mention of me sleeping with someone else. Since he was the one who picked me yesterday, I guess he thinks that way because of how I looked yesterday. Sigh. What can I say?Before he would say something, I stood up from the bed, picked up my clothes which were on the floor, and put it on before turning to him. His pants was back on. "Take the food away." His crisp voice came and I nodded before making my way out of the room. I went to the dining and did what he said. I took the food to the kitchen."Why didn't he eat the food?" Mabel's voice came as I dropped the food."You can have it if you want." I replied simply and walked past her."Bitch." I could hear her say as I walked to the door."You did well." Mia showed up, and I furrowed brows in confusion. She motioned to M
"Accept my rejection, Avery."I took my gaze to him, looking straight into his dark eyes for the first time, and responded to his request, "I, Avery Kyra Beckham refuse to accept your rejection.""What? You bitch!" The door burst open and Princess Lisa stormed in with a big scowl on her face."You refuse his rejection? Are you crazy?!" She yelled. "Who do you think you are? You are nothing but a slave. A damn slave." "Lisa...""No, Jared. Let me put this bitch in her place." Princess Lisa cut Alpha Jared off and moved closer to me.She scoffed. "You think of being his mate? Dream on, cause it's never happening.""Lisa, leave?" Alpha Jared spoke up."What?" She faced him with a frown on her face."Now." Alpha Jared ordered. Seeing that he was serious, she bowed and walked out of the suite.'Do you think he is angry?' Kyra asked.'I don't know.' I replied and looked at Alpha Jared who was staring at me without saying anything.It went on for minutes, which gave me chills. His face was
AVERYLike Princess Lisa said, my life truly became miserable. It was already four days after my meeting with her, but my life was worse than it was ever. I was assigned unreasonable and unnecessary chores, and whenever I completed them, the other maids would complain and get angry at me. It felt like my works were being destroyed as I did them."Hey, go and change the tissue paper rolls in all the rooms." Just like the last few days, I was asked to do a job that was simply out of my supposed chores. I made my way to the supply room, picked four of the tissue paper packs which were stashed on the shelf. I walked to the door and opened it with difficulty because of the stack of tissue paper packs. Walking was also difficult, I found it hard to see. I was grateful I didn't stumble or fall until I got to the first room.I opened the door and walked in with the stack. I took one of the pack and peeled it open before taking one of the tissue rolls. I walked into the bathroom and changed i
"How is this?" I asked Mia while showing her a silver bodycon dress which stopped some inches after my knee. "It's perfect." Mia replied. I nodded and moved to take off my clothes.In the next few minutes, a welcome dinner for Jared and I will be held, but I had lounged around in just casual joggers and tank top, so I wanted to change outfits.Once I was done putting it on, I turned to Mia to help with the zipper. After which, I applied light makeup on my face."You look perfect." Mia complimented as we finished."Really?" Staring at our reflection in the mirror, the broad smile on her face complimented her words making me smile too.A knock sounded on the door and we exchanged glances."That must be Jared." I mumbled before getting up and making my way to the door. I pulled it open and like I guessed, it was Jared with a stunning smile on his face."Are you ready?" His question came and I didn't waste time before replying with a yes."Let's go then." He said and grabbed my hand.I
The next day, Jared and I got our things before heading to a field close to our apartment which will no longer be ours anymore. Everything was set except Sage - he was running late. Jared had called him some minutes ago but he only said he was on his way but it's way past 30 minutes."Ahh." I sighed out and leaned on the closest wall by my side. Jared, whose hands was tucked in his pocket turned to me."Should we just go without him?" He asked."Seriously?" I chuckled in disbelief at his question and shook my head. "Let's wait a little while.""Well, his tardiness is pissing me off." Jared uttered through gritted teeth.I sighed and lifted myself off the wall to go to him. I placed my hand on his chest and locked eyes with him. The breeding annoyance was visible in his eyes and I needed to calm that. With my foot stretched up to his height, I kissed him - a short one. As I pulled away, I could feel him calm down and a smile pulled to my lips at the result."Just hold on, okay?" I whis
It didn't take long before we got to the bar and I informed Grey about resigning. He seemed shocked but we wrapped up our discussion earlier and I went back to meet Jared. From there, we shopped for some groceries. I only got what I would need to prepare Brown rice with beef stir-fry today since we were leaving tomorrow.When we got back to the apartment, I made my way to the kitchen immediately, settling the things I bought before starting to prepare the food. I began by chopping the onions before grilling the beef.I was already halfway through this when I felt a hand around my waist. Nobody needed to tell me that it was Jared. Even is thick lavender scent is surely noticeable.A kiss on my neck made me stilled. I paused grilling and quickly pushed him off. His laughter filled my ears as I turned around to glare at him."Stop bothering me, okay?" I told him but he shook his head and moved closer. My back hit the counter as his arms wrapped around my waist, then he started leaning in
"Bye!" I bade Jared goodbye as I came out of his car.Jared expression turned sour. "Do you really have to go?""Yep." I nodded and raised the phone on my hand. Since my phone went missing, Jared got me a new one yesterday."You can call me here if you're worried." I told him and he nodded reluctantly.He suddenly leaned in and kissed my lips for a brief moment."See you, I will pick you up this afternoon." He said as he pulled away. I nodded and exited the car. I watched him drive away before heading to the cafe.After today, I won't come here anymore cause I had plans to resign. Same goes to my job at the bar.As I strode into the cafe, Sia who was by the counter looked up swiftly."You're here, huh?" "Yeah." I mumbled, goin to the dressing room. I changed into my uniform before coming out.Sia was no more by the counter, she was currently tidying the tables so I joined her.As I did, I couldn't stop myself from glancing at Sia frequently. I don't know how to bring Javier's issue u
The next time I opened my eyes, Jared was right in front of me... staring at me! "Why... are you staring?" I asked in a stutter."Nothing really, you just look pretty while sleeping." He whispered, a playful grin spreading across his face."Oh..." I trailed off and silence set in. Only the sound of our low breaths could be heard as we stared at each other.Minutes passed and Kyra's words replayed in my mind. I guess... she is right. The guy in front of me staring at me with pure affection and love really deserves another chance.I reached out to his face, caressing it softly. His brows creased slightly but I simply smiled and continued caressing his face."When do you want to leave?" I asked and his brows furrowed. "What do you mean?""Aren't we going to the pack any longer? When?" I aksed again and his eyes widened."But you said you were not going, so – ""I don't remember saying that?" I mumbled.Jared raised his brows but he shook his head. "It's fine if you don't want to. I just
AVERY "Urrgh" I let out a low groan as my eyes fluttered opened. My eyes landed on Jared who immediately jerked forward on his seat. "You're awake." "Hmm," I mumbled and my eyes drifted to my surroundings. My brows creased at the sight of drugs and the smell of drug. "Where am I?"I asked, my gaze going back to Jared who still had a pure look of concern. "The hospital." "Huh? Why – " the rest of the words got stuck in my mouth as I recalled what happened. My eyes dilated slightly and a look of disbelief clouded my face. "About Javier, it's not true, right?" A frown appeared on Jared's face. "Are you still going to trust him after what he did to you?" "No, it's not that." I shook my head slowly. "I just can't believe it. How is it possible that he is not human? That means approaching me was because he had something, he – " I choked on my words as tears slipped out of my eyes and Jared's hands wrapped around me in a warm embrace. I hugged him tighter as the tears continued. Javi
JAVIERThe moment I stepped into the portal to the other realm, I quickly closed it to prevent Jared from coming in."You're finally here." I turned at the sound of the familiar voice and a figure came out from behind a tree, a face stiff and cold - Lisa. Her gaze moved behind my back as she took slow, predatory steps towards me. "Where is she?"My gaze swept through her face as I hesitated to speak. "I lost her." I finally spoke up and her eyes twitched, her eyes glinting with darkness."What do you mean you lost her?" She asked, her voice low but anyone could tell she was getting angry."It's Jared - he showed up just as I was about bringing her here.""What!" Her bottled up anger finally unleashed. "Are you that stupid? How could you let him find her!"I let out a sigh. "I also didn't expect it, Jared is just a bastard – ""A bastard?" She cut me off, the lines of her forehead crinking into a frown. "Who do you think you are to call him a bastard?!"I scoffed at her abused questi
My eyes dilated as a cold dread clawed it's way up to my spine. Why is he acting weird? He looks completely different. This isn't the Javier I know.'Call mate!' Kyra yelled in my head and I immediately reached for my phone, dialing Jared's number."Avery, where are you?" Jared's voice sounded and Javier faced me with a frown."You bitch! What do you think you are doing?" He spat and reached for my phone, but before he could get to it, I yelled into the phone."Jared help, we are going through a deserted road!" I said and that moment, Javier collected the phone, hanging up.I watched in terror as he threw the phone out of the car before facing me, a smirk on his face. "I would advise that you don't act stupid and just stay put." He said, his voice sending chills through my spine.'That bastard!' Kyra growled in my head, but I said nothing.I swallowed nothing, biting my lip hard. What is going on here? Why is Javier acting strange? How come he is speaking to me this way? How?I was s
The next day, I left the cafe one hour early so I could visit to the hospital. I also got cheesecake and some other snacks to give to Riley. Jared didn't pick me up since I asked him not to, so I took a cab there.As I stepped out of the cab into the hospital, I hummed to a song I was listening to cause I was having an ear pod on. After walking for some minutes, I finally got to Riley's ward in the VIP section. I pulled the door open, my eyes landing on Riley who as staring out of the window, but she turned immediately."Avery!" Her eyes lightened up and she rushed to me, grabbing my hand. "I was waiting for you.""Really?" I raised my brows and she nodded. I guess she must have been expecting me since I promised her."Here, I got you something from the cafe." I raised the bag I was holding up and get eyes brightened more. She took it from me, smiling as she brought the things out.The moment she finished, she turned to me, her lips pursed into a slight pout. "Thanks, Avery. You're th