Dario’s POV (6 months later.)The sunlight filtering through the curtains had awoken me, I pulled myself up staring at Isla who was sound asleep. I moved closer to her, with my eyes landing on her bump.Isla’s body had expanded during the last six months and it was lovely to see her body transform in that manner. Till now, it still fascinated me how her tiny and slender body grew.I used my fingertips to trace her belly as those thoughts settled in my mind. The time I had decided to stop. Isla had reacted to it. Her eyes which was once close flickered open, and she stared at me.“Good morning.” I whispered, adjusting myself upwards to give her a kiss.“Good morning my love.” She had responded, with her lips meeting mine. We stayed in that position for a while before I pulled away, moving down to her belly.I rested my head close to it, with my fingers moving round the bump. “I think she wants to say good morning too.” I pointed out.“Do you think so?”“I know so!” I said looking
Isla’s POVAfter Dario had left, the sound of the door opening caught my ears. At first I thought it was Dario who had probably forgotten something but the sound of the high-pitched woman’s voice made me realise that it wasn’t Dario.“ I thought you were Dario.” I said, walking in Diane’s direction. After everything that had happened between Diane and I we’ve settled our differences thanks to our grandmother, and I’ve also learned to forgive her.If it wasn’t for her, I wouldn’t be where I was and my grandmother wouldn’t have come into my life. It was safe to say that Diane was part of the reason my things took a turn for the best. Now, I knew who I was and understood what I was capable of.“Are you going to stand there or pretend that I’m the love of your life?” Diane’s voice cut through my thoughts.“I think I’ll pass. Your short frame is no match for the tall one Dario possesses.” I pointed out.“Okay, that hurt a lot.” Diane replied.“Suck it up.” I cooed walking back to the
Isla’s POVI couldn’t sleep, my mind was focused on the attack that had happened. I was worried about Dario, I had sent him a dozen texts and called him several times but still there was no reply from him.I was scared and worried within. I hoped that nothing would have happened to Dario because I knew that if anything happened to him it meant I would have to be on my own.How would I be able to survive without him by my side holding me tight? How will I be able to strive without his support?‘Things would be so bad and my child…’ I paused on that thought. ‘My child would end up being fatherless.’The minute that thought settled in my mind, I stood on my feet unable to bear it. I needed a distraction from my thoughts, a way out from this constant swirling in my mind. So I walked to the window, staring out of it with a saddened expression plastered on my face. Sadly, this little act seems to do me no good. The thoughts which were flying in and out of my mind increased creating more
Dario’s POVThe past month has been quiet with no attacks from the packs and no news about any drawing danger, but I wasn't settled so I decided to hold a meeting.During my arrival at the meeting the councilmen stood on their feet, to display their formal greetings and they returned to their positions once I took my seat. “I’m sure you all are aware why this meeting is being held,”I said. ”It is about the attack laid on our pack, and something needs to be done to stop any future attacks.”“We had handled the past attack perfectly so why—“ The eldest of the councilmen spoke but I caught him short. “We need to be alert. We know these people wouldn’t just give up, they would return.”“So what do you suggest we do?” One of the councilmen asked.“We plan!” I said. “We strategize, we have to keep every man on the lookout, beyond the pack and within the pack.”“For how long are we going to do so?”“As long as we can. These people were able to break into the pack because we let ourselv
Isla’s POVI watched as Dario got into the car. My mind was a bit unstable but I didn’t dwell on it. If Dario could handle the first attack then I was sure he could handle whatever was thrown his way this time.I walked into the house, Grandma was waiting in the sitting room with Diane. The minute I stepped into the sitting room they turned my way.“Are you fine Isla?” Diane was the first to speak up and I smiled her way. “I’m okay, a bit scared but fine.” I took my seat close to her and she shot me a calm look. “I know he’ll be able to handle whatever comes his way.” I added.“Of course.” My grandmother joined in the conversation. “The only thing I’m concerned about is why this people keep coming back.”“I wonder the same thing too.” Diane said. “It’s strange.”“I feel like they’re here for something and they are yet to get it.” I said casually. Diane and my grandmother agreed to my words, they also had a feeling that the attackers were here for something.We spent the rest of th
Silvan’s POV Months had passed since I had set my eyes on Isla. My mind wasn’t at rest. I wanted to see how things were going with her and how she was doing even if it was just getting a glimpse of her.I made up my mind the following week to do so. With my men going to the pack for an attack, Dario would be out of the house making things so much easier.At the arrival of the following week, I set out to the pack . I had taken a narrow route, instead of the main path so I wouldn’t be seen. I bursted out at a trail which stretched out into the forest that was pretty close to Dario’s mansion.I parked my car there, and continued on foot. It was pretty difficult navigating through the path on foot but I managed to find my way. The top of the mansion looked at me as I reached the end of the forest. I inched closer until I arrived at the main road. I made my way down the road that pointed to the mansion entrance and when I got there, I realised only two guards were stationed outside.A
Dario’s POV (2 months later)Time flew by very quickly, and the arrival of my daughter was closer than I expected it to be. The joy of becoming fatherhood filled my heart , but underneath that joy was fear. I couldn’t shake off the thoughts that I might mess things up or something would go wrong somewhere. No matter how many times I tried to convince myself internally that handling things after the child was born would be an easy task those treacherous thoughts would return.Kai on the other hand felt otherwise and I wasn’t surprised. The joy in his heart was one he wasted no time to spread for instance this morning.I had gotten up much earlier than usual. The sky was still dark, and from the looks of it. It would take a while before the sun would arrive.I made up my mind to jog, well that wasn’t my first choice. After, I couldn’t fall asleep and the fear about being a terrible father had taken over my mind. Kai ever so considerate had suggested that I head out for a run.“Running
Isla’s POV “I think I need to have my rest now.” I said standing on my feet.” Diane rushed on her feet, she headed in my direction but a loud sound which filled the atmosphere had stopped her midway.“What’s that?” She asked, moving her eyes from me to our grandmother.“Maybe something fell.” Our Grandmother said. “Those guards can be quite clumsy one almost—“The sound repeated itself this time louder than before. “I don’t think that’s a mistake.” I said with my eyes landing on Diane. During that moment I felt a sharp pain in my stomach. The feeling was so strong and I knew what it meant.“I think the baby is coming.” I said.“Isla, are you sure?” Diane asked.“Yes.” I screamed. “It is time.”My eyes which was once on Diane landed on my grandma who looked shocked. With a raised tone she spoke up, running towards the hallway to get a hold of the guards.“We need to get to the hospital now!” I could hear my grandmother say. “We can’t waste anytime.”Diane moved close to me she help