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A chill ran through me, and before I could react, the small boat suddenly flipped.
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Samuel instinctively reached out to grab me, but he was a step too late. I fell into the lake, and he lost his balance and tumbled in after me.
It was an early autumn night, and the water was freezing.
That bone–chilling cold, mixed with overwhelming fear, swept over me in an instant.
Oh no!
I can’tswim!
“Help … someone, help… “I cried out with the water gargling in my mouth, but the lake quickly swallowed me whole.
“Naomi!”
Just before everything went dark, I vaguely heard Samuel shouting my name, panic in his voice.
When I finally awake, I realized I was tied up, arms and legs bound tightly to a bed.
Nothing around me looked familiar, and a terrible feeling crept over me. I couldn’t stop shaking.
The last thing I remembered was being on the boat with Samuel and then falling into the water. Everything after that was a blur. How did I end up like this?
Was I kidnapped? Or… wasitsomethingworse?
The more I thought about it, the more terrified I felt. I didn’t even dare to call out. All I could do was twist and pull at the ropes, but they were tied so tight that struggling was useless.
Just as I was about to try awakening my wolf to break free, the door suddenly burst open with a loud bang. A group of large, intimidating werewolves stormed in and right behind them came someone, l’instantly recognized.
“Kelsey!”
When I finally saw his face clearly, I was stunned.
Kelsey walked over with a grin, his hand brushing against my check. “Well, look who’s finally awake,” he said with a scoff. “Thinking of shifting to break free? Don’t waste your energy. These ropes are drenched in wolfsbane–your wolf wouldn’t even think about showing up.”
“Don’t touch me! Kelsey, let go of me!” I fought against the ropes with all my strength, my gaze cold and full of hatred. “You’re the one who took me away!”
Kelsey’s eyes narrowed, a cruel smirk playing on his lips as his hand slid lower down my face. “Naomi, I’ve told you before, you’ll be mine, sooner or later.”
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despair crashing over me.
“This is exactly what I like to see,” Kelsey grinned. He u out and grabbed my waist. The large bulge of his erect
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buckled his belt and took off his pants. He reached ock was visible in his crotch.
The sight of the huge thing about to violate me sent a wave of panic through me. But my mind fought back, and I inhaled deeply, demanding myself to be stil
Now I must not panic, I had to find a way to buy myself time–someone would come for me, I was sure of
- it.
With that thought, I made a quiet sound and turned my gaze to Kelsey, pretending to submit.
“Wait, Kelsey!”
He was already tearing my clothes, his desire completely taking over, showing no sign of stopping.
“Kelsey, could you ask them to leave first?” I said quickly, trying to sound hesitant. “There are too many people here… I’m just not comfortable …
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Send them out, please. With just the two of us… it’ll be more convenient,” I added, seizing the opportunity.
Kelsey finally nodded in response. “You all, go outside and stand guard.”
After exchanging a few reluctant glances, the werewolves shot me one last look before reluctantly leaving
the room.
Soon, it was just Kelsey and me.
With a wicked grin, Kelsey stepped closer. “Let’s continue,” he said, his tone laced with desire.
My heart was racing, nearly pounding out of my chest. forced a shaky smile at Kelsey. “Wait! Just… wait a minute!”
Kelsey’s patience snapped. “What else do you want now” he snapped, his brow furrowing.
“Could you … untie me, please? It really hurts,” I said, glancing at my bound limbs with pleading eyes.
Seeing him hesitate for a moment, I seized the chance. They’re guarding outside the door… I can’t escape. And with me tied up like this, I can’t move at all. You don’t want that, do you?”
Kelsey chuckled after hearing me. “Didn’t know you had such a playful side. You’re right, when I’m with women, I don’t like them all bound up like mummies. It’s like being with a dead body.”
With a smirk, he then began to untie my wrists and ankles.
I instantly curled up on the bed, rubbing my wrists as I scanned the room quickly, looking for any possible
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“Thank God. vou’re awake!”
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My hearing slowly came back, and I took a deep breathy
What happened just now gradually came back to my mind.
Wherewas Naomit
As soon as I regained consciousness, I searched for her but she was nowhere to be found.
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“Where’s the girl who was with me?” I asked, anxiety clear in my voice as I glanced at the restaurant staff around me.
“We only found you in the water. We didn’t see the girl the werewolf manager replied, his face darkening. He quickly ordered the staff to start searching again.
A wave of dread washed over me. I tossed the towel aside and stood up sharply. “Give me the phone.”
The manager hesitated for a moment, clearly confused by my request.
“Give it to me!” I said again, louder this time, making the manager jump. In a daze, he handed me the phone.
Without wasting any time, I dialed a number. “Activate all resources of the Meteor Pack. Check every piece of surveillance footage around the restaurant where I had dinner tonight. We need to find Naomi!”
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“What did you say?!” My manager’s voice cracked through the phone, her shock unmistakable. I recoiled, startled by the force of her reaction.
She was a seasoned pro, someone who had seen it all. To see her so rattled was…
unsettling.
“Okay, we’ll go right away,” she managed to say, still reeling.
She hung up, and the change in her d
emeanor was immediate. Her face lost all color as though blood had drained from her skin. Her hands trembled as she looked at me. “Ms. Sinclair, Naomi is missing. We believe she’s been kidnapped.”
The words felt like a slap to the face. I froze, unable to process them. “What?!” My voice caught in my throat, my stomach twisting.
Naomi. Sweet, innocent Naomi. She didn’t have a single enemy; there’s no one who would want to harm her. How could this be happening?
Without thinking, I reached for my phone and dialed Caden. “Caden, Naomi’s gone. I’ll have a lead soon, but I might come home late tonight.”
His voice came through, low and urgent. “Where are you? I’m coming with the bodyguards. We’ll find you
I hung up without a word, quickly reaching out to Samuel. The whole crew knew Naomi had gone to dinner with him today, so I pulled up his background.
“Who could have done this…” The question rattled around my mind, but there were no answers. My eyes stayed fixed on the road, the car speeding toward the outskirts of town.
I had tracked Naomi’s phone to a villa in the distant suburbs. A private area, isolated and quiet.
“Faster,” I told the driver, urgency in my voice. Every second counted. If I was even a moment too late, Naomi could be in grave danger. I shuddered at the thought of what the kidnappers might do.
Meanwhile, Samuel had already traced the car that had taken Naomi. The security cameras had provided the clues, leading him to the same remote villa area.
I was almost there. I had to be. Together, Samuel and I would find Naomi. We couldn’t let her slip away.
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I cowered vigilantly on the bed, watching Kelsey approach me. I tried to buy some time, “Wait, I want to take a shower. These damp clothes feel uncomfortable.
I spoke truthfully. After being rescued from drowning and brought here unconscious, my half–dried clothes clung uncomfortably to my skin.
But Kelsey, though lustful, wasn’t stupid. He recognized my stalling tactic, sneered, tore off his shirt, and lunged at me.
Panic surged through me. I scrambled backward, grabbing the bedside lamp I’d been eyeing
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I didn’t dare waste a second. I jumped up and rushed toward the window. As I yanked it open, cold air rushed in, making me instinctively shiver.
That momentary hesitation cost me. Before I could leap out, Kelsey grabbed my hair from behind.
“No one hits me and gets away with it, you bitch!” Kelsey yanked hard, hurling me onto the carpet.
I howled in pain, tears streaming involuntarily down my face.
“That fucking hurts.” Kelsey touched where I’d struck him, discovering blood on his palm. His face contorted with rage.
I tried crawling toward the lamp for protection, but Kelsey slapped me hard across the face, cursing continuously.
The blow dazed me. My ears rang with a buzzing sound. Kelsey kicked me in the chest. I stumbled backward, my head cracking against the bed frame, sending waves of pain through my skull.
“Run now! I dare you to fucking run! You think you can get away with it?” Kelsey ranted, apparently unsatisfied, and kicked me in the stomach. He grabbed my hands and tied them to the foot of the bed.
“Kelsey, you animal! I’d rather die than let you defile me!” I glared at him, eyes blazing with defiance.
“Keep yelling. If you’ve got energy now, you’ll be screaming plenty later!” Kelsey smiled lewdly and ripped my clothes apart.
My body lay almost completely exposed. My slender, fair chest and waist made Kelsey drool as he caressed me possessively with his large hands.
“Get away from me!” I screamed, tears flowing uncontrollably. My attempts to dodge his advances proved futile. Eventually, Kelsey pinned me to the bed.
Kelsey chuckled perversely as he unbuckled his belt. He gripped my cheeks and forced his tongue onto my lips.
Utterly humiliated, I closed my eyes, letting tears flow freely from my eyes into my hair and ears.
Then I heard a tremendous crash as someone kicked in the door.
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I kicked the door open with a single, forceful blow.
“What the hell are you-”
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“Asshole!” Kelsey hit the ground hard, and I barely registered him before my eyes locked onto Naomi.
She was sprawled on the bed, her wrists and ankles bound with tight ropes. Her body was nearly exposed, her torn clothes hanging in ragged strips. Pale skin, almost ghostly in the dim light, was now vulnerable to the air. Her tangled hair fell messily over her face, and her eyes were squeezed shut, tears streaking down her cheeks in silent rivers.
She whimpered–soft, desperate, broken.
It felt like a knife twisting in my chest. My heart broke. I shed my jacket in an instant and draped it over her trembling form.
“Naomi…” I whispered, trembling as I carefully worked the ropes free from her wrists, trying to cover her with my coat.
But the moment I touched her, Naomi’s body jerked in panic. Her hands lashed out wildly. “Get away! Don’t touch me! Don’t touch me!”
“Naomi! It’s me, Samuel. Don’t be scared. It’s over. It’s all over.” I grasped her flailing hands, my voice thick with sorrow, trying to calm her.
Her tear soaked eyes fluttered open. As soon as she saw me, her arms wrapped tightly around my neck. She buried her face in my chest, sobbing loudly, her body shaking with each sob.
“It’s okay. It’s over. It’s okay.” I whispered, my fingers gently combing through her disheveled hair, pulling her closer, wrapping her tightly in my jacket.
Naomi’s expression remained vacant, her head drooping. She said nothing, only holding on to me as though I were her lifeline.
The sight of her–broken, bruised, lost–almost.crushed me. Tcouldn’t stop the guilt, the weight of it threatening to pull me under. “I’m sorry. It’s all my fault I shouldn’t have taken you for late–night snacks. I shouldn’t have let you fall into the water… I’m sorry.
The thought of what could’ve happened if I had arrived any later struck me like a physical blow.
I turned, fury rising inside me. As for Kelsey, he was lying on the floor, crumpled and useless. This scum would not escape my wrath.
Naomi shook her head faintly, gripping the jacket as she tried to sit up. She winced, her knees and ankles scratched and bruised from her fall.
I leaned down, my voice low. “Sorry.”
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She instinctively squirmed, trying to pull away, but I spoke softly, soothing her until her body relaxed. She finally curled into me, her face tucked into the safety of my chest.
“Mr. Foster, I’ll take Naomi now. Thank you for everything.” Rosaline, standing beside Caden, approached with a soft voice, her eyes meeting mine with a sense of finality.
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Samuel nodded his thanks, then gently lifted Naomi, cradling her in his arms as he made his way to the
car.
Outside, the few werewolf thugs who had been guarding the door were sprawled on the ground, bloodied and battered. They were groaning, their limbs twisted in unnatural positions. Caden’s bodyguard wolves had swiftly brought them under control.
The manager waiting nearby saw Naomi, and his eyes immediately softened, red creeping into the edges. of his gaze. His face contorted with sorrow as he looked at her.
I glanced at Samuel, my heart heavy. I reached out, brushing Naomi’s disheveled hair from her face. “It’s okay now.”
Naomi met my gaze, her lips parted. She seemed to want to speak but couldn’t find the words.
“Don’t worry. That bastard won’t get away with this,” I said softly, trying to reassure her. I motioned for the agent to take Naomi and tend to her wounds.
Turning back toward the villa, I saw Kelsey and his pack of wolves still receiving their punishment. Caden’s wolves were relentless, fists pounding and claws slashing. The thugs were curled up, groaning; their bodies, battered, their spirit broken.
My expression remained unreadable, but inside, a storm was raging. A few punches wouldn’t even come close to satisfying the rage burning through me. My gaze dropped, and my eyes fixed on Kelsey’s legs.
“What the hell do you think you’re doing?” Kelsey’s voice rose in panic, his eyes wide as he realized where I was looking.
“Make it clean,” I muttered, dismissing him with a flick of my wrist. I turned to the wolf bodyguard nearby.
The bodyguard nodded, understanding my command without a word. Two wolves seized Kelsey, forcing him to the ground.
I walked out of the villa, Kelsey’s desperate broken screams echoed in my ears. “I won’t let you get away with this! Ah! My … !”
I shot him a look of pure disdain, my lip curling in disgust. If he wanted revenge, he could try getting it.
Caden, standing beside me, shot a glance at the villa, his face twisted with contempt.
I turned my focus back to Naomi as I checked on her for more injuries. The news were better than I feared -just some superficial cuts and bruises. I exhaled in relief, a breath I hadn’t realized I was holding. I have to make sure she had time to rest and recover after this
By the time Caden and I returned home, the night had settled into its deepest hours.
“Kelsey’s a bastard. I should’ve never let him off so easy last time,” I grumbled, my mind racing as I
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The anger inside me only grew. I should’ve locked Kelsey up for a few years in prison. If I had, none of this would’ve ever happened.
But something still gnawed at me, something I couldn’t shake.
How had Kelsey managed to take Naomi so easily? He didn’t fit the profile of a smart rich kid.
There had to be someone else. Someone pulling the strings behind him.
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“What’s on your mind?” Caden asked, noticing the serious expression on my face as he tilted his head.
“Nothing.” I replied, shaking my head.
At that moment, the weight of exhaustion hit me, leaving me too drained to think about anything else.
“I’m wiped out. I’m going to take a shower,” I said, stretching lazily. I hadn’t realized that the motion caused my waist to briefly show.
Caden’s eyes flickered to my exposed waist before his gaze quickly shifted.
I headed toward the bathroom, but just as I was about to close the door, Caden appeared in the doorway.
“What’s going on?” I asked, assuming Caden had something to say. I tilted my head, waiting for his
response.
Instead of replying, Caden swiftly stepped into the bathroom, wrapped his arms around me, and kissed me deeply, effectively silencing my surprised gasp with his lips.
I hadn’t seen it coming. I struggled for a moment, but it was futile. Eventually, I gave in, softening to his touch, and leaned into his chest.
When the kiss finally broke, my cheeks flushed, and I lightly tapped Caden’s chest. “What was that? You nearly gave me a heart attack.”
Caden lowered his head, his warm breath brushing against my neck. “Didn’t you say you were going to take a shower? Let’s do it together.”
“Caden!” My heart raced from the teasing tone in his voice. I shot him a glare. “Stop messing around. I’m exhausted. And Joel’s still…”
A dark shadow crossed Caden’s eyes, and his grip on my waist tightened. His voice turned cold. “Joel’s been bothering you again today?”
I blinked, noticing the anger in his gaze. I quickly shook my head. “No…”
Then, I remembered tomorrow was Joel’s birthday, and I had promised to go to the park with him. With Caden’s current mood, it seemed safer not to bring it up.
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Caden’s expression darkened further, and without another word, he kissed me again, this time more forcefully, with a possessive edge.
His kiss left me breathless, and I struggled to keep my balance. Giggling softly, I pushed him away, teasing, “Mr. Holbrook, are you jealous?”
Caden raised an eyebrow.
Seeing his reaction, I leaned in and kissed him on the lips, a smile playing on my lips. “A little something to make it up to you, but now I really need that shower Shouldn’t you-”
Before I could finish, Caden spoke again, his voice calm and steady, “Didn’t you say you were tired? I can help you with that.”
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The casual way he said it threw me off. How could he say such bold things with such a straight face?
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“Caden, get out now,” I said, diverting my gaze and pushing him away. But in the process, my elbow accidentally hit the shower switch.
In an instant, freezing cold water poured down on us.
I gasped, shivering from the sudden chill and hurriedly tried to turn off the shower. But before I could, Caden wrapped his arms around me, shielding me from most of the cold.
The closeness between us intensified. I found myself pressed against his chest, feeling the warmth of his skin through his damp shirt. I was so flustered that when I looked up, all I could see was his chest.
I couldn’t deny it–Caden’s body was flawless. And with the few buttons of his shirt undone, his sculpted collarbone was exposed.
His damp hair clung to his face; a water droplet I momentarily focused on, slid down to disappear into his shirt collar, making the moment all the more alluring. My cheeks flushed from the intensity of it all.
“Rosaline.” Caden’s voice was soft in my ear.
I looked up into his eyes, and for a moment, I forgot what I was about to say. I simply stared, my mouth slightly open. Caden gazed back at me, his arm braced beside my face, slightly bent to support his weight.
Our faces slowly inched closer, and our breathing tangled together. My heart raced in a wild, chaotic rhythm, leaving me dazed and mindless.
Then, without warning, Caden kissed me.
It was different from the earlier kiss. This time, his touch was tender, the atmosphere thick with growing heat. I found myself pressed against the wall, my hands resting on his chest, feeling the steady beat of his powerful heart.
But then, Caden’s hand, which had been on my waist, began to move. It slid along my back, and soon, his warm hand traveled from behind to the front, brushing against my sensitive skin.
“Mmm, stop… “I could feel what he intended, and instinctively, my body shifted away. But Caden held me in place.
His touch became bolder, slipping under the hem of my shirt. In one swift motion, he pressed himself closer, his knee wedging between my legs.
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The heat of his manhood jolted me back to reality. I pushed against him with all my might.
“No…” My breath hitched, my face flushed with urgency. I sought to create some distance between us. “W- we can’t do this. Not until we’re married… ”
“We can,” Caden’s grip tightened, pinning my wrist against the wall. “We’re getting engaged soon.”
“No!” I protested, struggling to break free from his hold “Caden, this is not happening!”
“But I can’t wait,” Caden’s Adam’s apple bobbed as he spoke, his eyes still blazing with desire.
I cupped his face, desperation in my voice. “Caden, please, just this once, promise me?”
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I gave him a confused look. “A side trail? Why would you warst that? Wouldn’t it be better in just ride the cable car back down when we’re done?”
“No way! I’m all about adventure,” he said, a grin spreading across his face as he pounded his
dramatically. “And besides, it’s our one chance to be alone. Don’t worry, Rosaline. I’ll make sure you’re cafe if anything goes wrong!”
I couldn’t help but smile at his enthusiasm. I nodded in agreement. Refusing would only lead to more excuses from him, so I decided to go along with it.
After finishing our sandwiches and taking a short break, we ditched the original plan and wanderest deeyərs into the woods, moving further away from the trail. Only then did Joel seem satisfied. I didn’t push to tuum back and catch the cable car; instead, I played along with Joel’s little ‘adventure game.
The dry leaves and twigs cracked underfoot with each step as Joel led the way. I stayed close behind him.
The path became steeper and rougher. Suddenly, I heard a muffled groan ahead. I looked up in alarm and saw Joel crouched on the ground, his hand pressed against his ankle.
“What happened?” I rushed over, my voice filled with concern. “Did you hurt yourself? Is it serious?”
Joel looked up at me awkwardly, fumbling for words before answering, “I was just too cager earlier. rushing to get down the mountain, and twisted my ankle. It’s nothing major”
I went silent, unsure of what to do.
This wasn’t the intended way down, and even if it was just a sprain, we couldn’t continue like this. The sun was setting, and we were already deep in the woods.
After a moment of thinking. I extended my hand to him. “Here, try standing. I’ll help you back down. It’ll be dangerous if we stay here as it gets dark.”
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Recognizing I wasn’t going to back down, Joel stopped resisting. I carefully draped his arm over my shoulder, and together, we started to make our way down the mountain.
They say it’s easier to climb up than to descend, and this path was particularly steep. Even with my strength, I slipped a few times as we carefully made our way down. It took us two hours to reach the base.
When my feet finally touched stable ground, I let out a relieved sigh. I steadied Joel and checked the sign, “We’ve only got about a mile north to the park entrance But with night falling, we need to move fast. Can your ankle hold up?”
Joel’s ankle was swelling badly, but he nodded, putting on a brave face. There was guilt in his eyes when he looked at me. “Rosaline, I’m sorry. If I hadn’t insisted on this, you wouldn’t be stuck with me…
“It’s okay,” I sighed softly. There was no point in getting upset now. We were already in this mess. “Let’s just keep moving. If your leg gets too painful, just tell me and we’ll stop for a break.”
Unfortunately, things didn’t go as smoothly as we’d hoped.
We were already moving slowly, and Joel needed to rest often. As the darkness closed in around us, we found ourselves in the middle of the forest with no clear path out.
Joel looked around nervously. “I’m sorry you have to be here with me
I shrugged. “No need to apologize. It’s not completely dark yet. Let me figure out where we are.”
I looked around, realizing that we were entirely surrounded by thick woods. There wasn’t a soul in sight. It became clear–we are lost.
The sky had darkened much faster than I expected. When I looked up, the clouds had turned heavy and black, and distant thunder rumbled in the clouds.
My heart skipped a beat. It was obvious now–rain was coming. We had no umbrella, no shelter, and no idea how to get out of this place.
“Do you think… it’s going to rain?” Joel asked quietly.
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I looked up at the sky, now cloaked in heavy clouds, mirroring the gloom that had settled over me. I didn’t feel like responding to his question at all.
Rain was the last thing we needed in this situation.
With a frustrated sigh, I turned away, stomping my foot in irritation, then grabbed Joel’s arm, urging him to move forward with me.
The rain hit without warning, as though it had been waiting to explode. Barely two or three minutes after the thunderclap, the heavens opened. The raindrops, as large as beans, pelted us mercilessly, quickly turning into a torrential downpour. The rain didn’t let up, it battered us from all sides.
Joel inhaled sharply, visibly uncomfortable. The forecast had promised clear skies, so he hadn’t prepared for this sudden storm.
The cold droplets stung my face, water blurring my vision as it streamed into my eyes. The sensation was unpleasant, and I instinctively wiped my face, barely catching a glimpse of something ahead. A cave.
The wind howled fiercely, and the rain came down in sheets. I had to shout to be heard over the chaos. “Hold on a little longer, Joel! There’s a cave up ahead! We can take shelter there!”
Joel nodded, and I helped him move toward the cave as quickly as we could.
By the time we reached the entrance, we were both drenched, but fortunately, the floor of the cave was dry. The air still carried a dampness, but since I was an Alpha, it didn’t bother me much. Joel, on the other hand, was visibly shivering.
Here he was, the young werewolf heir who had chased after me so boldly, yet his body seemed so much less resilient than mine.
I helped him sit down and pulled out my phone to call Caden. If we ended up stuck here for the night, I dreaded the misunderstandings that would arise when Caden finds out later.
But when I turned the phone on, the screen remained black.
Frowning, I wiped away the rainwater and pressed the power button. A low battery symbol appeared before the screen went dark again.
Just our luck–caught in a storm, and my phone, was dead,
“Do you have any food left in your bag?” I asked, feeling a bit defeated as I tucked the useless phone away and turned to Joel, who was sitting on the ground. “My phone’s dead. If we’re stuck here, we might have to go without food or water.”
Joel nodded quickly. “Yeah, I’ve got some bread and bottled water. Here.” He opened his waterproof backpack, pulling out a couple of bags of bread, handing one to me.
At least the bread was still dry.
Joel looked at me, his voice soft with regret. “Rosaline, I didn’t mean for today to turn out like this. I didn’t want to ruin your day. Please don’t be mad.”
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“I know you didn’t mean it,” I said calmly. “And you’re hurt now, so I’m not upset. But… can you tell me why exactly you have feelings for me?”
Joel hesitated, as though weighing his words carefully. After a long pause, he spoke carnestly, “Because you’re beautiful and kind. When I first saw you, my heart skipped a beat. I wanted to pursue you because,
of that.”
So, it was all based on looks, after all. For Joel, it seemed like his attraction was just a passing impulse. We hadn’t taken the time to understand each other yet, but to me, his feelings were nothing more than a fleeting infatuation.
I sighed. “I need to be clear with you. Caden and I are about to get engaged, and the ceremony is next week. I love him, and he loves me. So, honestly, I don’t think there’s any point in you wasting your time on
me.”
Joel fell quiet, chewing his bread slowly. After what felt like an eternity, he spoke again, “Rosaline, you’re about to get engaged, not already engaged. And my feelings for you are my own. Why are you so quick to shut me down? I don’t think I’m lacking compared to him.”
I shook my head. Joel was like most werewolf nobles–he had never faced any real adversity in his life. He didn’t understand what I was trying to say.
I sighed, finally letting the words out. “When you truly fall in love with someone, you’ll understand.”
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I worked late that night, not leaving the office until 8:00p.m. On my way home, unease began to settle in. Rosaline hadn’t contacted me all day. I thought she might have been busy, but when I stopped by Starplay Entertainment, the staff told me she hadn’t even shown up.
When I got home, she wasn’t there either.
Panic began to creep up in my chest. Rosaline never stayed out this late, especially without letting me, know where she was. Especially on a day like today …
I pulled out my phone and called her, but the cold, robotic voice on the other end told me, “The number you have dialed is unavailable. Please try again later.”
Was there something wrong?
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Once the thought took hold of me, it spread rapidly through my mind like an uncontrollable wildfire.
I pressed my lips together, my mind consumed with worry as I called Rosaline’s phone again, but the response was–always the samethe phone was off.
A wave of panic rose within me. Without thinking twice I called my Beta, Yale. “Rosaline’s still not home, and I can’t get ahold of her. She didn’t go to work today either. Find out who she’s been with and where she’s gone. I want more people out searching for her!”
Yale responded quickly, his tone urgent. “Mr. Holbrook, I’ve got something. Ms. Sinclair was seen with Prince Joel from Fostrau. They went to an castern fores attraction, but after that, there’s no trace of them.”
“What?!” Fury exploded inside me, and before I could think, I stormed out of the room.
I never imagined Rosaline would be with Joel today, and now, she had been gone for so long–still roaming inside the tourist area.
There was no time to lose. I ended the call, grabbed a few werewolf bodyguards, and headed out toward the scenic area.
The entire trip had me on edge. The place was surrounded by thick, wild forest, and with the rainstorm
that had just passed, I couldn’t stop worrying about the dangers Rosaline might be facing.
Twenty minutes later, I arrived at the entrance of the scenic area, where the manager, visibly anxious, had already opened the gates. The werewolf security team, alongside my bodyguards, rushed in, searching every corner for any sign of Rosaline.
“Rosaline! Rosaline!” I called out, desperation creeping into my voice as I pushed deeper into the park.
The storm was relentless. The rain soaked through my clothes, and my bodyguards fanned out to search for any trace of Rosaline or Joel.
The muddy trails made each step feel uncertain. My fear for Rosaline grew with every passing moment. In a place like this, where the elements were so harsh, the danger was too real to ignore.
“Rosaline, where are you? Answer me if you can hear me!” I continued forward, but there was nothing- not even an echo of her voice.
Rosaline’s POV:
After Joel and I finished the two bags of bread, my hunger started to fade.
Joel leaned against the cave wall, his eyes drifting upward. After a long pause, he finally spoke. “Rosaline, how long do you think we’ll be stuck here?”
“I’m not sure …
“I answered, my voice soft and distant.
Exhaustion weighed heavily on me after the chaos of the day, but sleep didn’t come. The chill in the cave was biting, and in a wild, untamed forest like this, falling asleep could easily lead to catching a cold–or something worse.
I let out a slow yawn, my eyelids heavy with fatigue. “At the latest, tomorrow morning, when the park
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The darkness around me was so thick that I couldn’t even see my own hand in front of my face. I stood frozen for a moment, unsure of what to do, before I began walking aimlessly. The cold only seemed to grow more intense with every step.
“Is anyone out there?” I whispered, but all I heard was my own voice echoing back at me.
Suddenly, I heard footsteps behind me. I spun around, but there was nothing–just the ceric emptiness. Panic surged within me, and I instinctively started backing away, moving further into the unknown.
A rustling sound filled the air, sending a chill–through my spine. Every nerve in my body screamed at me to run, and I didn’t hesitate. I sprinted forward, my breath coming in ragged gasps.
“Help! Someone, please!” I cried, my voice trembling with fear. I felt something closing in behind me- something just out of reach, but it was getting closer, almost as if it was about to grab me.
Terror gripped me, and I called out again, my voice shaking.
Then, strange laughter and whispered voices filled the air, swirling around me. The darkness seemed to swallow me whole, and I screamed, stumbling and falling to the ground.
I curled up on the cold, hard earth, feeling the darkness closing in, and tears began to form in my eyes.
I gritted my teeth and tried to push myself up, but as I did, I felt chains wrap around my ankle, binding me to the ground. Panic surged again as the same chains tightened around my wrist and neck, choking
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Just when I thought I couldn’t bear it any longer, a hand reached down toward me, as if to pull me up.
I looked up, dazed, and saw a face that made
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Kelsey tilted his head, a twisted smile curling at his lips. “Don’t be afraid.”
“Stay away… Stay away…”
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I jolted awake, drenched in sweat. My heart pounded in my chest as I realized I was in my bed.
Before I could get my bearings, I noticed my manager and Samuel standing at the foot of my bed, both of them wearing worried expressions.
I instinctively glanced around the room, and as the familiar surroundings registered, a wave of relief washed over me.
“Naomi, you’re awake? How are you feeling now?” Samuel asked, crouching down next to my bed, his voice soft and reassuring.
“H–how did you get here?” I blinked in confusion, my gaze darting between Samuel and the room, still trying to make sense of the situation.
“You had a fever after the nightmare,” my manager explained gently. “I called Dr. Foster, and he gave you some medicine to bring it down.”
The mention of the nightmare made me shrink back a little, a chill creeping over me.
“It’s all okay now. You’re safe,” Samuel said quickly, noticing my discomfort and trying to calm me. His voice was soothing, with a warmth that helped ease my anxiety.
I slowly propped myself up in bed, a wave of guilt washing over me. “Sandra, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have kept you here with me. I know you’ve got so much work to do. I’m fine now. Please, don’t let me keep you.”
“It’s no trouble,” my manager, Sandra Chapman, replied with a gentle smile. But just as she spoke, her phone rang, cutting the moment short.
She started to move to answer, but I stopped her. “I’m fine, really. You can go now. Don’t worry about me Samuel’s here, and he’s a doctor.”
Sandra glanced at Samuel and gave a small nod, offering no further words. She reminded me to rest well before quietly stepping out of the room.
Once the door closed behind her, Samuel checked the thermometer, and seeing that my fever had‘ subsided, he rolled up his sleeves. “I’ll make you something to eat. You need to regain your strength.”
“There’s no need to trouble yourself,” I said, feeling a little embarrassed and trying to stop him.
“You’re the patient. It’s my job to take care of you,” Samuel responded, pausing for a moment. Our eyes met, and his face softened. “And even if I weren’t a doctor … as your friend, it’s the least I can do. Besides, with the way things are, I’ve got a responsibility.”
I didn’t want to dwell on the events, so I just nodded and said, “Thanks.”
After eating a small meal, I felt a little better. A quiet sigh of relief escaped me. But the tension and unease still lingered, gnawing at me.
“Dr. Foster, maybe … maybe I should see a therapist?” I said, my voice shaky as I gripped my trembling hands.
“Of course. I’ll take you. I’ll make sure you see the best therapist,” Samuel said, his smile softening when he
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“Naomi, don’t worry. Try to relax. Don’t think about the bad things anymore,” Samuel said, his eyes flicking to me briefly as he drove..
I nodded, lost in my own thoughts.
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“What did you say?” I snapped at the group of werewolves standing before me, my brows furrowing in disbelief.
These were the same werewolves I had hired to kidnap Naomi, and yet, they now stood before me, bruised and beaten.
“Ms. Crawford, we did catch the girl, but a group of werewolf bodyguards showed up out of nowhere! We barely escaped; otherwise, we might’ve ended up dead, the leader of the werewolves said, his voice muffled as he clutched his face.
“A group of werewolf bodyguards… “I muttered under my breath, trying to piece everything together.
It could only have been Caden, the heir of the Eclipse Pack. No one else could have tracked Naomi down so quickly.
My hands, which had been resting on the desk, balled into fists. What kind of spell had that Omega woman, Rosaline, cast on Caden? How was he so completely devoted to helping her?
“Ms. Crawford… ” the leader of the werewolves spoke again, pushing through the awkward silence among the others.
“What else?” I snapped, my tone icy, betraying my anger.
“We’ve taken some pretty serious injuries. The money you gave us earlier won’t cover our medical bills,” the leader said carefully, looking like he was trying not to push too hard.
“Money?” I narrowed my eyes, turning my face away in disgust. “Fine. I’ll give you another five million. Will that cover it?”
The words left my mouth, but every fiber of my being wanted to take them back. Still, if I did, the fact that I had hired them to kidnap Naomi might come to light–and that was the last thing I needed. Five million… would keep them quiet for now.
“That’s enough.” The werewolves exchanged glances, looking pleased with the deal. They left quickly, but not before taking the money.
As soon as they were gone, I could no longer hold my rage in. I smashed a vase and several other items on the desk. The sound of breaking porcelain filling the room. “A bunch of useless fools!” I hissed, seeth with frustration. “Couldn’t even handle one woman.”
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I turned my head slightly, glancing at my phone to find several missed calls from Kelsey. The memory of his situation brought a bitter smile curl on my lips.
This pampered playboy really was completely useless.
But then, my thoughts shifted to my older brother, Michael. I began to wonder how his attempts at getting closer to Rosaline were going. Once I’d regained my composure, I headed to his office..
“Why are you here?” Michael asked, clearly surprised by my unexpected visit. His concern grew when he noticed my displeased expression. “Who did something to upset you?”
I was about to rant about Rosaline, but I held myself back. Instead, I walked over to the sofa and sat down, giving Michael a pointed look. “So, how are things with Rosaline? Have you made any progress?”
At my question, Michael paused before letting out a light chuckle. “What do you mean?”
“Don’t act innocent! Hurry up and win her over!” I raised my voice just a little.
If Michael really managed to secure Rosaline’s affection, I wouldn’t have to deal with that Omega myself.
-But instead of answering right away, Michael seemed to think for a moment before replying. “You know
after spending some time with Rosaline, I’ve realized she’s something else. She’s strong, independent, and doesn’t let anything get to her. She handles things effortlessly, and being around her just feels like home.”
A smile slowly appeared on Michael’s face as he spoke.
I raised an eyebrow, confused. “What’s with you? Why are you praising that Omega?”
Michael met my gaze, his smile softening before he suddenly asked, “If I really end up with Rosaline, would you be okay with her becoming your sister–in–law?”
“What?” I stared at him, completely stunned.
I could hardly believe Michael, the heir to the Wild Pack, was saying this.
I studied his face carefully, wondering if–God forbid he had actually fallen for Rosaline. Was it possible he was serious about her?
“Rosaline would definitely be a good match for the position of Luna in the Wild Pack,” Michael said, almost to himself as he rubbed his chin thoughtfully.
“Michael!” I shouted, jumping up from my seat.
“Why are you making such a fuss? What happened today to get you so upset?” Michael blinked, clearly caught off guard by my reaction.
Nook a deep breath, closing my eyes to calm myself. “It’s nothing. Just… go ahead and try for Rosaline if you want. Let’s see how that works out.”
With that, I spun on my heel and stormed out, my mind simmering with anger.
I couldn’t believe it. Michael, of all people, had fallen for that Omega.
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Naomi’s POV:
After seeing the psychologist and getting much–needed therapy, my emotions had calmed down, and my life and work were slowly getting back on track.
“Yeah, I’m doing better now,” I answered Samuel softly speaking into the phone.
“Good. Make sure you get plenty of rest. If you need anything, you know where to reach me.” Samuel’s voice came through the phone, sounding warm and reassuring.
“I really appreciate everything you’ve done for me these past few days. Thanks for always being there.”
We talked for a little while longer before Samuel had to attend to a patient, and the call ended.
“Dr. Foster again?” Sandra asked, walking over.
“Yeah, he’s been a great help. I needed to thank him properly,” I replied softly.
“I get the feeling Dr. Foster doesn’t think of you as just a friend,” Sandra teased, giving me a sly look as she drove.
“Dr. Foster what?” I mumbled, distracted as I sent a message to Rosaline, not quite catching her words.
Pulling the car to a stop, Sandra shook her head, smiling. “Never mind, forget I said anything. We’re here.”
“So mysterious,” I muttered under my breath as I stepped out of the car.
The sun was so bright outside that I had to shield my eyes with my hand. As I did, Sandra’s teasing words echoed in my mind.
Samuel was a doctor. Of course, he’d be kind to me.
“Stop overthinking, Naomi. Focus on your work,” I whispered to myself, trying to shake off the distracting thoughts as I walked into the building.
But just as I was about to step into the elevator, the doors suddenly stopped, blocked by someone’s hand. Jasper walked in.
I froze, caught off guard.
“Sorry about that,” Jasper said, looking up and meeting my gaze with a smile. A soft smile appeared on his face. “What a coincidence.”
“Jasper… didn’t expect to see you here,” I replied, a nervous flutter forming in my chest.
“I haven’t seen you around the office lately. My manager mentioned you were on leave.” Jasper said, looking at me with curiosity.
Remembering everything that had happened, I lowered my gaze, not wanting to meet his eyes. “Uh…. yeah. Just took a few days off to deal with some things.
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The elevator fell into silence once more as I quietly watched the numbers rise, debating whether I should break the silence. Just as I gathered the courage to speak, the elevator suddenly jerked to a halt.
Without warning, several staff members stepped in, their arms full of filming gear, filling the small space until it felt too tight to breathe.
The shifting crowd unintentionally pushed me closer–straight into Jasper.
Our bodies were nearly touching, and I froze where I stood, unable to move. I held my breath, hardly making a sound.
My teeth gently pressed into my lower lip as I dropped my gaze to the tips of my shoes, avoiding eye contact at all costs..
Right then, an unexpected thought flashed through my mind, catching me completely off guard.
I actually wished this moment would last a little longer. Being this close to Jasper might be the only way I’d ever feel this near to him.
Secretly, I turned my head ever so slightly to steal a glance at his side profile.
It was as if he felt my stare, because he suddenly looked over and gave me a quick wink.
A rush of heat rose to my cheeks in an instant. I spun my head away, silently scolding myself for being so easily flustered.
As my thoughts scrambled, the elevator doors finally slid open. I exhaled softly, relieved, although a faint trace of disappointment lingered in my chest.
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I reached to straighten my clothes and stepped forward to exit–when a sharp pull at the back of my head made me stop short. A soft gasp escaped my lips.
Turning around, I realized my carefully arranged hair had gotten caught in Jasper’s clothes. The strands were tangled tightly in the fabric, and my stomach dropped with sudden embarrassment.
“Don’t move,” Jasper said gently, placing a hand on my shoulder to keep me still.
I froze on the spot, my face burning with shame as a hundred thoughts raced through my head.
“How did this even happen … “I muttered under my breath, already feeling the strain in my lower back from staying bent over.
Thankfully, Jasper acted quickly. With a few swift movements, he managed to free my hair from the knot.
“There, all good,” he said with a quiet chuckle, smoothing my hair down with a natural gesture.
1 blinked, a little dazed, and hurried to tuck the loose strands behind my ears. I gave him a small smile. “Thanks”
“By the way, Jasper said suddenly, breaking the lingering awkwardness, “have you memorized the new script yet?”
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“Hmm?” He tilted his head slightly when I didn’t answer right away, his voice pulling me back to the
moment.
“I’ve memorized most of it,” I replied softly. “But there are still a few scenes where I can’t quite capture the. right feeling. I’m still working through those parts. I’ll be ready before filming starts, though.”
Jasper checked the time on his watch. “Do you have any other plans today?”
“I’ve got an interview later, but after that, I’m free,” I answered, my heart fluttering a little at his question.
“Then how about this?” His tone was calm and smooth. Come to my studio later. We can run through the script together. It’ll make things go more smoothly when we start filming.”
“What?” I turned to him, stunned, unsure if I’d heard right.
He seemed surprised by my reaction, raising an eyebrow. “What’s the matter?”
“Oh, nothing, nothing at all,” I waved my hands quickly and gave him a bright smile. “I’ll see you this afternoon, then?”
“Yeah. See you later,” he replied with a nod.
Trying to keep a calm front, I walked around the corner, but as soon as I was out of sight, a quiet laugh slipped out of me.
I hadn’t expected this at all–getting the chance to spend time alone with Jasper.
“What are you standing around here for?” Sandra’s voice came out of nowhere as she tapped me on the shoulder.
Startled, I jumped and waved my hands. “No, no, it’s nothing.”
“Really? Because your face looked kind of weird just now,” she said, giving me a suspicious once–over.
“Aren’t we running late for the interview? Let’s go,” I said quickly, pushing her along, trying to change the subject.
My head was still buzzing with thoughts of Jasper’s invitation. For the first time, I actually considered canceling all my other plans.
Sandra, noticing how out of it I was, probably thought I was just too tired and offered to shorten the interview…
I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome–it worked out perfectly.
“Alright then. There’s nothing left on the schedule. I’ll take you home to get some rest,” she said with a caring tone.
“Actually, I’m going to see Jasper later. We’re going to go through the script together since filming’s about to start,” I said with a small wink, wondering if I should message him that I was done early.
“Don’t overdo it. You just got better,” she said, still looking a bit worried.
“It’s alright. I’ve had a few days to recover. I’m fine now I said, turning to walk away.
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Since Jasper’s studio was only a floor below, I decided not to wait for the elevator. I adjusted my outfit as I walked down the stairs, then took a deep breath and knocked on the door.
“You made it,” Jasper said as he opened the door, stepping aside to let me in.
“Did I come too late? Are you busy?” I asked in a quiet voice, glancing around.
“I was just reviewing the script. You got here right on time,” he said, handing me a glass of water.
To be honest, things had been a bit tense between us ever since that moment. I wasn’t sure how to act around him.
But once we got into the script, I focused all my attention on the lines, trying to ignore the awkwardness.
“You’re doing great already,” Jasper said, flashing me a warm smile.
I pulled myself out of character and rubbed my eyes, suddenly feeling a little worn out. When I looked toward the window, I was surprised to see how dark it had gotten.
“It’s already night?” I asked, startled.
“It’s late. I’ll drive you home,” Jasper said, grabbing his coat and keys.
I didn’t hesitate. I wanted to hold on to this rare moment with him. But halfway through the ride, his phone rang.
“What’s going on?” he answered.
“Rosaline and Prince Joel are missing!” his assistant’s voice came through, urgent and panicked.
Jasper’s face turned serious in an instant.
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“What happened? I’m coming over now,” Jasper said urgently, his voice full of concern. He quickly started to turn the car around but froze when he realized I was still sitting beside him in the passenger seat.
“Naomi, something’s happened to Rosaline. I need to go to her. You should head home by yourself,” he added, his tone laced with anxiety.
“You go ahead. I’ll be fine,” I replied, stepping out of the car.
I stood still, watching as the car sped off, the distance between us growing. A heavy feeling of disappointment settled over me, my lips pressed tightly together.
I had always known Rosaline was the one Jasper truly cared for. What was I expecting?
Rosaline’s POV:
I had been drifting in and out of light sleep, barely holding on until the first light of morning, when the sudden sound of an umbrella hitting the ground jolted me awake. I furrowed my brow, the noise pulling me from my half–dream state. I opened my eyes slowly but immediately froze when I saw Caden standing at the entrance of the cave.
“Caden?”
My voice was filled with shock as I exclaimed his name. Pushing myself up with my hands, a sharp pain shot through my legs, making me gasp in discomfort.
Great, my legs were asleep.
Joel, who had been lying beside me, stirred from my sudden movement. He quickly woke, his gaze locking on Caden, confusion flashing across his face as he tried to understand what was happening.
Caden, panting heavily, didn’t spare a glance at Joel. His focus was entirely on me as he crossed the cave and scooped me up effortlessly into his arms, not hesitating for a second. He moved toward the exit without saying a word.
“I’ve been looking for you all night. Let’s go home,” Caden said softly.
A warm feeling spread through me at his words. I had always known he’d come for me, just like I’d known
he would.
Caden’s werewolf bodyguards helped Joel to his feet, and the four of us made our way down the mountain together.
As we neared the estate’s edge, a group of reporters, having heard about the situation, quickly appeared. Cameras flashed relentlessly, their long lenses trained on us, and a few even attempted to approach us for interviews.
I’m sorry, but we
aren’t available for interviews right now. Please leave, unless you want to lose your job,” Caden said coldly, his voice thick with authority.
The reporters were taken aback, standing frozen for a moment, not daring to speak. They quickly scattered, retreating into the distance.
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I lowered my head, but finally lifted my gaze to meet his. “I’m sorry for causing you so much worry… but Joel sprained his foot yesterday, and we couldn’t leave in time. We need to get him to the hospital, or it might get worse.”
“It’s just a sprain. How bad could it be?” Caden remarked nonchalantly, his expression unreadable, as though the injury didn’t concern him at all.
But despite his indifferent tone, he drove us to the hospital, though it was clear he didn’t want to spend any more time with Joel. He had to admit, though, that Joel wasn’t a bad guy.
“It’s just a sprain. We’ll wrap it up, and you’ll be fine. Just take it easy and use the ointment I gave you,” the doctor said, his voice reassuring.
Caden and I stayed in the exam room, making sure Joel was alright before we left.
On the ride back, Caden seemed like he was about to say something but kept holding back, his eyes on me as I sat quietly, exhausted. I didn’t speak either, the silence hanging between us.
A half hour later, Caden gently nudged me awake. “Rosaline, wake up. We’re home.”
“Mmm… Huh?”
I rubbed my eyes groggily as I stirred awake. Only then did I realize the car had stopped in front of the Eclipse Manor. I had been so tired, I could barely keep my eyes open. When I went inside, I went straight to bed, not waking again until nearly sunset.
During dinner, I absentmindedly scrolled through my phone, only to find that rumors had started spreading about Joel and me running away together.
I sighed, tossing my phone aside in disbelief. “These news outlets will say anything. We just got stuck at a scenic spot for a while, and now they’re saying we were eloping. It’s ridiculous.”
When Caden heard me mention the trending topic, his expression immediately darkened. After a brief pause, he didn’t say anything but simply placed a bowl of soup in front of me.
“Don’t worry about it. The reporters saw me carrying you earlier. I’ll have Yale get those posts taken down tomorrow. You don’t need to stress over it.”
I glanced at Caden, surprised by his calm response, then raised an eyebrow, testing him with a playful smile. “Well, that’s strange. You’re not angry today?”
Caden gave me a resigned look and spoke quietly. “I am angry, but this isn’t your fault. I’m just … jealous. And I know you’ve had a rough day, being stuck out there all night. You’re exhausted.”
I chuckled, feeling a warmth spread in my chest. He actually understood how I felt.
I took a spoonful of soup, blowing on it before taking a sip. “Alright, I get it. Joel knows he messed up, so don’t be mad at him.”
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I was staying in a hotel in Rivemon when I first saw the trending news about Rosaline and Joel.
Shocked, I quickly grabbed my phone, eager to reach out to Joel and find out what was really going on.
“Joel, are you with Rosaline?” I asked directly.
Joel picked up the call, sounding surprised. Then he admitted, “We’re not together, but I’m trying to win her over right now. How did you find out?”
“Are you in the same city as her? Let’s meet tomorrow. I’m in Rivemon too,” I said before ending the call.
The next day, I met Joel at a busy little park in the heart of the city.
“How did you end up here? You’ve never been one for travel,” Joel asked, giving me a curious look.
I met his gaze and let out a sigh. “Joel, I’ll be honest. I’ve been in love with Caden ever since the first time I saw him.”
Joel’s eyes widened in surprise, and he stood still for a moment before breaking into a grin. “I’m happy for you. True love is something worth chasing. And as for me, I’m after Rosaline, even though she’s saying she’s going to get engaged to Caden. But if you keep at it, you can get what you want.”
“Alright, I understand. I wish you luck, and when the time comes, we’ll be with the ones we love,” I replied.
I had been gauging Joel’s response. Even though he’s close to Rosaline, love is inherently selfish, isn’t it?
After parting ways with Joel, I took a taxi to Eclipse Pack’s headquarters.
The reason I had come to Rivemon was because of him
Following the receptionist’s directions, I made my way to Caden’s office.
“Princess Michelle, what brings you here? Looking for Rosaline?” Caden asked, his expression surprised when he saw me, though he greeted me politely. “She was just saying how much she missed you the other day,”
The mention of Rosaline’s name made my stomach churn, but I quickly masked my emotions with a faint smile. “I came a few days ago to clear my head. And no, I’m not here to see Rosaline today. I came specifically to see you.”
“See me? For what?” Caden asked cautiously, his tone shifting slightly.
Caden,” I stood up from the sofa and walked toward him, locking eyes. I spoke seriously and with sincerity. “I’m in love with you. Will you be with me?”
Caden’s expression shifted, and he looked away instincvely. After a long pause, he replied, “Princess Michelle… I’m sorry, but this is our first time meeting, and I don’t really know you. Plus, you’re Rosaline’s friend. I think it’s best we don’t joke around like this.”
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My anxiety grew. I quickly stepped closer, now only a few inches from him, and spoke with urgency, “I’m not joking. I’m really in love with you.”
Caden took a couple of steps back, a frown creasing his face as he looked at me. He tried to remain composed. “Princess, you’re only 17, and you’re still in school. I love Rosaline. We’re about to get engaged. You should find someone who feels the same way about you.”
I stood frozen, staring at Caden for a long moment before finally speaking, “Is Rosaline really that amazing? You love her that much?”
Caden didn’t respond, only saying, “Sorry, I have a meeting soon. If you have nothing else, you should head back now.”
His words hit me hard, like a cold splash of water, drenching me completely. But I was the princess of Fostrau’s werewolf clan, and even after hearing Caden’s answer, I wasn’t going to give up easily.
I had to try again. So, I clenched my fist, looked him in the eyes, and said, “You don’t need to reject me so quickly. One day, you’ll realize that I’m your destined mate. Just wait and see.”
With that, I gave him a confident smile and walked out of his office.
Rosaline’s POV:
That evening, when Caden came home, I was already there.
As usual, we curled up together on the couch, exchanging soft words. Eventually, Caden rested his head in my lap. After a moment of silence, he spoke. “Michelle’s in Rivemon. Did you know that?”
“Is she?” I glanced at him in surprise.
I knew it. Michelle had feelings for him.
“I didn’t know about that. She might have come here for you,” I replied, my voice tinged with a hint of jealousy.
“Yeah, she came to see me. She told me she was in love with me and wanted to be with me,” Caden said, noticing my discomfort and trying to ease the tension.
I instinctively tightened my grip on his shirt sleeve, my voice shaky as I asked, “So… what did you say?”
Caden looked into my eyes seriously, a soft smile crossing his face. “I told her I already have you, and that she shouldn’t joke around. She’s just a little girl, caught up in a passing fancy.”
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I let out a quiet sigh of relief, though my heart still felt bitter. I couldn’t help but turn my face away.
“Don’t be so sure. I know her too well–she will chase him down if she likes someone. I just didn’t expect Mr. Holbrook to be that irresistible, enough to lure a little princess all the way from Fostrau to Rivemon.” I pouted as I spoke.
Anyone with ears could tell I was jealous. Caden sat up, looked at me for a while, and then suddenly chuckled. “Look at us–neither of us is innocent here. Didn’t Joel chase after you all the way here? And he even showed up earlier than Michelle, if I recall.”
“You-“I was instantly speechless. I couldn’t believe Caden, the jealous king of the Werewolf Continent, would bring that up now.
I was caught between amusement and exasperation. I reached out and gave his arm a playful pinch. “You’re the worst! I’m not talking to you anymore.”
Caden immediately pulled me into his arms. “Alright, alright, don’t be mad. I was just teasing you. I’m only focused on one thing right now–getting to our engagement ceremony as soon as possible, making you officially my fiancée, and clearing every obstacle in our way.”
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Although Rosaline wasn’t jealous anymore, Michelle’s drama was far from over.
At first, I thought this princess was just being impulsive. But for five or six days straight–just like Joel once did–she kept showing up at my office in the morning or afternoon.
“Michelle, what exactly do you want?”
Just seeing her walk through my office doors gave me a headache. I couldn’t exactly throw out a princess from Fostrau’s wolf clan, so I had to put up with her.
Michelle beamed. “Nothing much. I’m just here to pursue you. Seeing the person I like every day makes me happy. I told you I’m the one who suits you best.”
As she spoke, she casually strode over to my desk, looped around to the back, and leaned close, her hand resting on the chair’s armrest as if by chance. Before I could react, she had already hooked her arm around mine.
“Oh, and I heard there’s a really good movie playing. Why don’t you come with me? I’m sure Rosaline won’t mind.”
I instinctively pulled away, glancing at her hand before gently removing my arm. “Well, I think she would mind. And as you can see, I have a mountain of work to finish. Maybe you should head back for now. And honestly, I think it’s better if we keep some distance.”
It’s just a movie,” she said, unfazed. “I’m not going to tell her.”
I looked her straight in the eye. “But I care. I don’t want Rosaline to be hurt. And more importantly, we’re just not a good match. Do you understand?”
Michelle giggled. “You don’t need to keep repeating that. Me chasing you is my business. Who knows
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“Suit yourself.” I was beyond frustrated. I had no idea why she was so obsessed with me, but at that point, I just let her be.
From then on, our conversations basically involved her asking questions and me brushing her off. Most of the time, I didn’t even respond.
Soon, rumors started flying around the Eclipse Pack’s company. Everyone knew their boss had gotten entangled in some romantic mess. Employees even started gossiping in the break room. One day, my Beta, Yale, caught a couple of them mid–gossip.
That’s when I discovered a whole chat group among the staff dedicated to speculating whether I’d fall for Michelle.
I was completely dumbfounded. I ordered them to disband that ridiculous group immediately. Of course, the news still made its way back to Rosaline. Unsurprisingly, she got jealous again and gave me the cold shoulder for a few days.
But honestly? I didn’t mind. In fact, I liked her even more for it.
A little drama now and then keeps the relationship lively.
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I was exhausted.
For days in a row, I kept chasing after Caden. I tried everything–flirting, persistence, even sulking–but it was like he had some built–in filter that just blocked me out. He either ignored me or flat–out rejected me, not sparing a shred of face.
The more I thought about it, the more pissed I got. I had no idea what it would take to win over his heart. And honestly? I was starting to get tired of the whole game.
If seduction didn’t work, maybe it was time to change strategies.
That day, I called my usual team of wolf bodyguards from Fostrau into my room. As seriously as ever, I asked, “Let me ask you guys something–what would it take to make someone like Caden fall in love?”
They exchanged awkward glances. Everyone knew how crazy I was about him, but no one expected me to ask that.
After a long silence, one of the bodyguards finally spoke up. “Princess Michelle, I mean, in those TV dramas, when someone can’t win their crush over, they just tie them up and keep them close. Since Mr. Holbrook doesn’t respond to charm or pressure, maybe you could try that? Take him back to Fostrau by force.
“Are you joking?” I raised an eyebrow.
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The werewolf bodyguard gave a flattering smile and said obsequiously, “I just saw it on TV. But honestly, it’s still better than visiting Mr. Holbrook’s office every day.”
I glared at him and hissed, “Get lost!”
The bodyguards didn’t dare say another word and quickly exited the room.
Left alone, I sat on the edge of my bed and narrowed my eyes. At first glance, it seemed like the dumbest idea in the world. But the more I thought about it, the more it made sense.
Maybe it wasn’t entirely useless after all. I started considering whether it might actually work.
Caden, I refuse to believe I can’t win your heart!
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After weeks of preparation, the opening ceremony for My Youth, My Choice was finally underway. With both leads being media darlings, the event was held with all the pomp and fanfare you’d expect.
“I really want to thank Mr. Coleman for agreeing to this collaboration. I’m genuinely looking forward to the series. I hope the shoot goes smoothly and gives audiences something worth remembering.”
This time, I wasn’t just an investor. I was also the producer. But I kept my speech brief. After all, I wasn’t the star of the show today.
Neil and I exchanged a smile, and I handed the mic to Naomi, who was standing closest to me. But she just froze, staring blankly without taking the mic.
I knew immediately she’d zoned out again. I subtly turned my body to block the camera and nudged her with my elbow to snap her out.
Naomi snapped back to the present, her expression slightly sheepish as she quickly accepted the mic. “I’m honored to work with such a talented director and cast. I’m just a little nervous, that’s all.”
She even made an adorably apologetic face that got a few laughs from the audience.
“I’ll give it my all,” she added. “And I’ll deliver a performance that lives up to expectations for the viewers and my fans.”
Naomi’s POV:
I passed the mic to Jasper beside me, smiling politely. But inside, it was a mess.
I hadn’t frozen earlier because I was nervous. It was because of him.
His gaze had been locked on Rosaline the entire time. Focused. Gentle. Unwavering.
At first, I tried to tell myself it was just how kind and courteous Jasper was to everyone. But deep down, I
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Especially that night when he left me standing alone on the side of the road. I remember wondering if I’d resent him or be angry.
But now? I was just confused.
Even during the launch ceremony, I had this overwhelming urge to run away.
While I was still stuck in my head, the speeches had ended, and the ceremony was wrapping up.
Then, unexpectedly, an interview session was added to the schedule. Everyone started moving off stage, but I caught sight of someone familiar in the press crowd.
Samuel. He was holding a bouquet of vibrant roses and walking straight toward me.
“Me?” I pointed to myself in confusion. Sure, Samuel’s Meteor Pack had invested in the show. However, it was still rare for a representative, let alone the heir, to show up with flowers.
Samuel’s gaze softened as he stopped before me, then dropped a bombshell in front of the crowd. “Naomi, I like you. Will you be my girlfriend?”
The press went wild. Cameras swiveled toward us, shutters snapping furiously as reporters scrambled for a shot.
I covered my mouth in shock, staring at Samuel in disbelief.
What was happening?
“I’ve wanted to tell you for a long time,” he continued gently. “But I never found the right moment. Today, I didn’t want to miss my
chance.”
Stunned, I could only stare at him, this successor to Meteor Pack, holding roses and making a public confession.
We’d only known each other for a few months. I’d always thought of him as just a friend.
And now he was telling me he liked me? A bitter laugh bubbled up inside me.
Was this how I’d looked to Jasper all this time?
As the cameras continued flashing, I glanced at him, Jasper. He didn’t react. His gaze wasn’t on me. It was still fixed on Rosaline.
That did it. It was like something clenched around my chest, and at that moment, I knew what I had to do. I returned to Samuel and gave him the brightest smile could muster.
Then I stepped forward and threw my arms around him, burying my head in his chest as a wave of shutter clicks and shocked gasps exploded around us.
The noise was deafening. But all I could hear was the chaotic thudding of my own heart.
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I never thought things would blow up like this. The buzz around the situation might end up stealing the spotlight from the drama itself.
My head was starting to ache.
Naomi always seemed to get dragged into trending topics.
It felt like she got both the best and the worst out of it. I was hard to believe a public relationship announcement wouldn’t stir things up.
“Is this truly okay?” Naomi’s manager, Sandra, asked with a worried look.
I watched Naomi’s back without responding.
“Ms. Lawrence, how long have you and Mr. Foster known each other? Were you already together before today’s official reveal?”
“Ms. Lawrence, there were rumors about you and Jasper before. Why didn’t you address them back then?” “Can you tell us how you two started dating?”
The questions from the reporters came one after another. Naomi looked overwhelmed. That was when Samuel stepped forward to stand in front of her, taking the lead.
“I’ve admired Naomi for a long time,” he said smoothly. “After getting to know her, I started trying to win her over. I’m not great at romance, so I didn’t think she’d say yes to being my girlfriend …”
Samuel answered each question calmly, never revealing anything too personal, making sure Naomi was protected.
I nodded silently. He clearly came prepared, and that helped ease my nerves a bit.
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Standing beside Samuel, I looked up at him, feeling a little guilty. After all, I had said yes on a whim just moments ago.
As if he felt my gaze, Samuel turned, and our eyes locked for a moment.
I saw my reflection in his sincere gaze, and for a second I froze as a quiet emotion stirred inside me.
That brief exchange didn’t go unnoticed–the reporters around us all quickly snapped photos.
At Rosaline’s signal, Sandra stepped in, guiding the press back to questions about the new drama, and then wrapped up the interview.
I let out a breath of relief, and just then, someone gave my hand a gentle squeeze.
I looked up and saw Samuel.
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It was the first time I’d seen such a bright, happy look on his face. It caught me off guard and felt a bit
strange.
He’d always been so calm and steady. Now, he looked almost nervous.
“You’re squeezing too hard,” I said, giving him a helpless look.
“Oh… sorry.” Samuel quickly let go of my hand, finally calizing what he was doing.
“I always thought doctors had strong nerves. I’ve never seen you like this before,” I joked.
“It’s not the first time,” he replied, his expression softening. “The first time I saw you, talked to you, asked you out… anything involving you makes me nervous.
“I used to think love at first sight wasn’t real. I believed feelings took time to grow. I could perform back- to–back surgeries, handle complex tools, and give lectures in front of huge crowds without blinking.
“But every time I see you, my heart starts racing, and I get completely flustered. Do you know that? Once something is linked to you, it feels completely different to me.”
His unexpected honesty left me speechless.
I gave a small smile but said nothing.
Not long after the launch ceremony, both Samuel’s name and mine appeared on the trending list again.
Soon, people started digging into his background. It was revealed that he was the heir to the Meteor Pack, and the internet went wild.
He was rich, well–educated, and handsome. When someone posted the interview from the launch, online comments exploded.
“I’ve met Dr. Foster before. I was once treated at the hospital where he worked. He’s good–looking and kind! But seeing him with Naomi feels unreal.”
“He comes from a rich family and graduated from a top school. Maybe he’s the one backing Naomi?”
“She’s been all over the trending page lately. No wonder she can afford to buy trendy searches–it turns out her boyfriend is wealthy.”
“Don’t you guys think Naomi looks kind of unhappy in those photos?”
“I unfollowed her. She just started her career and already jumped into dating? Seriously? Looks like she stopped caring about work after getting a rich guy.
Seeing all the comments online, Sandra rubbed her forehead and looked at me helplessly, complaining, You acted too rashly. Why didn’t you give me a heads–up? I’ve told you before–dating is a big deal.”
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Noticing my silence, Sandra gave my shoulder a gentle squeeze. “Right now, we need to calm the fans down. If they get too upset, it could affect the reception of ‘My Youth, My Choice“.”
My fans used to seem pretty laid–back. But after what happened today, even Sandra realized how scary things could get when they turned emotional.
“I… “I tried to speak, but no sound came out.
I leaned back in my chair, feeling overwhelmed.
This whole mess started because I acted without thinking. And now, there was no telling how bad it might get.
Just then, Neil came in to gather everyone. I patted my cheeks and got up, heading toward the set.
As I walked, I felt eyes on me from all directions. Some crew members even came up to congratulate me, which caught me off guard.
It was the first official meetup for the cast. Neil didn’t spend much time on introductions. He quickly chose a few key scenes for us to run through.
Neil had more experience with movies, and some of that carried into how he handled things here. Honestly, I found this kind of interaction helpful–it made it easier to get focused.
“Not bad. We’ll start filming tomorrow. Everyone, go rest up and prepare.” Neil clapped his hands. With that, the group began to pack up and leave.
I overheard people talking about me again.
But I didn’t care anymore. I glanced at my phone. Samuel said he was coming to get me, and I was debating how to reply when Rosaline suddenly called out.
“Naomi,” she said, glancing at my screen with a smile. “Didn’t expect this from you. You sure kept it quiet.”
“Ah, kind of. Sorry for the trouble I’ve caused the company.” I forced a smile. But when I scrolled through my phone, it was full of news alerts and social media chaos.
“Don’t stress over all this. Just focus on what you need to do.” Rosaline saw my expression and gently ruffled r
my hair, softly saying, “The company won’t interfere with celebrities‘ personal lives. Just pursue your happiness -leave the rest to us.”
“Pursue happiness …
I repeated in a whisper, just about to respond when I noticed Jasper walking in.
“There you are.” His first words were to Rosaline, his eyes locked on her face.
Watching that, I felt a sting in my chest.
“Do you need something?” Rosaline asked him.
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“Not really. Are you heading back to the company? I’m on my way too–I could drop you off,” he offered with a smile.
Rosaline turned him down, shaking her head. “No need I drove here.” Only then did Jasper glance in my direction.
“Congrats on today,” he said casually.
A wave of sadness washed over me, but I forced a grin to cover it up.
That wasn’t the reaction I wanted, and I certainly didn’t want to hear that.
“Samuel is picking me up soon, so I’ll head out first. See you tomorrow.” I gripped my phone tightly and walked off in a hurry.
It felt like I was running away. I took a deep breath, trying to calm down.
I had the urge to question Jasper.
But then I stopped myself–what right did I even have to ask him anything?
While I was caught up in my thoughts, Samuel appeared in front of me.
He leaned down a little and gently pulled me into his arms. “Why are you standing out here? You’ll catch a cold.”
“I’m not that weak.” I shook my head and stepped out of his hug.
“Are you hungry? Let’s grab something to eat.” Samuel took my hand and walked me to his car.
I looked at the bouquet he gave me and sighed. “You always bring so many. I don’t even know where to put them.”
“Don’t girls like getting gifts from their boyfriends?” he said, glancing over.
“Your past girlfriends must’ve liked it,” I said softly, brushing my fingers across a petal. I didn’t even mean to say that.
“No,” he answered right away, without even thinking.
I blinked, not sure what to make of his response.
“Moon Goddess knows I’m telling the truth. I’ve never had a girlfriend. I’ve never liked anyone before. You’re the first one who’s made my heart race. My wolf feels the same way, Samuel said, tilting his head. His lashes quivered like butterfly wings, showing how nervous he was.
My hand stopped on the petals. I pressed my tongue against my teeth and finally looked directly at him.
The car was dimly lit, yet there was no romantic tension in the air.
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Samuel’s hands tightened on the wheel, his eyes flickering like he wanted to speak. But before he could say anything. I turned to him and said calmly, “I’m hungry. Let’s go eat. You’ve already made arrangements,
haven’t you?”
“Yeah,” he answered softly, then started the car.
I rested my head against the window, holding the flowers in my arms and quietly watching the scenery outside go by.
When we stopped at a red light, Samuel finally broke the silence. “I’m sorry.”
“What’s wrong?” I snapped out of my thoughts, confused about why he suddenly apologized.
“I shouldn’t have confessed in front of all those reporters. I acted on impulse and probably caused you
some trouble.”
“That’s all?” I gave a faint smile.
“You’re upset. I can see it,” Samuel said as he looked into my eyes.
I nodded slightly. “Yeah, I’m feeling off, but it’s not because of you. It’s a new drama–I can’t quite get into
the role.
I shifted in my seat, trying to get comfortable. “I’ve been out of school for years, and that whole youthful feeling is hard to recapture. Acting in a teen drama now just feels weird.”
The mood between us eased, and the tension from earlier faded. After chatting casually with Samuel for a bit, the car came to a stop.
“Is this your house?” I glanced at the villa, somehow feeling like I’d been there before.
“Yeah, it’s where we first met,” he said, gently taking my hand. “I was going to take you out to eat, but I figured something home–cooked would be nicer.”
1 followed him inside, where a candlelit dinner was already set up.
It was clear from the setup and the food that Samuel had put real effort into it. I sat down and watched the candlelight flicker softly.
“Looks like you’ve seen a lot of roses today,” he said with a smile, noticing where my eyes had wandered.
“I don’t mind. I like them,” I said, glancing at Samuel, who was showing nothing but tenderness.
The moment felt just right. We sat there in silence, looking at each other. The scent of roses slowly filled the room wrapping around us.
As Samuel leaned in, I had the urge to pull away, but I froze instead.
His kiss landed gently on my lips–soft, tentative, testing how I’d react.
I tilted my head slightly but didn’t push him away or kiss him back. I closed my eyes, trying to stay calm.
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Moon Goddess, did I make a mistake by accepting Samuel?
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i got home after a long day, but instead of unwinding. I turned on my laptop. The news was full of stories
about Naomi.
On top of the romance rumors, there were even wild claims about her being secretly married with a child. The headlines were chaotic, and my head started to ache.
Caden walked over. Seeing the stress on my face, he kissed my forehead. “Something wrong?” he asked gently.
“It’s about Naomi, that actress from my company. She went public with her relationship today–right in front of the media,” I said, holding his hand and leaning against his chest.
Caden wasn’t particularly interested in Naomi’s news. He didn’t comment, just started massaging my shoulders to help me relax.
Afterward, I reached out to the PR team and asked them to post something on Twitter, reminding the public to respect Naomi’s privacy and shift the focus back to her work.
I didn’t bother checking the reactions online. I turned around and snuggled into Caden’s arms, pressing my face against his neck.
His expression softened as he gently massaged me.
Feeling relaxed, I looked up and kissed his chin. “That’s your reward!”
“Hmm?” His tone lifted slightly, clearly not satisfied.
“You should be content with what you got,” I teased, rolling my eyes. I tried to get up, but he pulled me back by the waist.
I let out a small yelp of surprise. In the end, though, I stayed right there–wrapped in his arms, his kiss lingering much longer than expected.
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Michelle hadn’t shown up at my company for several days. I finally felt relieved, thinking she’d come to
her senses.
As long as she stayed out of my way, I didn’t care.
Things were going well, especially with Rosaline. Our relationship was moving fast, and the engagement ceremony was just around the corner. I had a lot of things on my plate.
Besides dealing with meetings and paperwork, I also had to help Rosaline pick out dresses and rings. Lately, it felt like my whole world revolved around her
One afternoon, after we stepped out of a jewelry shop, Rosaline linked her arm with mine and said with a smile, “The ceremony is coming up soon, but your company’s been busy. Don’t worry about me—just ̧ focus on work.”
I gave her hand a reassuring pat. “No need to stress. Everything at the company is under control. Everyone knows we’re getting engaged, so it makes sense for me to be with you.”
As we chatted, my phone rang. It was Michelle’s werewolf bodyguard, and he sounded panicked.
“Mr. Holbrook, something’s wrong. Princess Michelle is missing!”
I frowned and looked at Rosaline. I had a bad feeling about that.
I didn’t want to get dragged into it, but I couldn’t ignore the call either. Michelle was in a foreign place. Even if I didn’t like her much, I had to take care of her for Gerald’s sake.
Rosaline, having overheard, looked concerned. “What happened? Maybe you should check.”
I nodded and asked the bodyguard, “When did she disappear?”
“It’s been about two hours. I went to drop off some snacks for Princess Michelle’s room, but no one answered the door. We had the receptionist unlock it, and the room was empty. We checked the cameras and saw her answering a call before leaving. I only have your number, Mr. Holbrook. Please help us find her!”
The bodyguard sounded panicked and desperate. I didn’t hesitate. I ended the call and quickly dialed the leader of the werewolf guards in the Eclipse Pack. “Princess Michelle is gone. Bring as many people as you can. Search all over Rivemon.”
After slipping my phone into my pocket, I noticed the concern on Rosaline’s face. I took a deep breath, tried to stay calm, and gently held her hand. “Michelle is Gerald’s daughter. Now she’s missing, and I must do everything I can to find her. If not, I won’t be able to face him.”
Rosaline nodded with understanding. “I get it. We can skip shopping. What matters now is finding her. I’m also worried.”
We didn’t waste a second. We rushed through Rivemon’s busiest streets, asking anyone we saw if they’d seen Michelle. But by the time night fell, there was still no sign of her. Even the werewolf guards had turned up nothing. No one had a clue where she could ha
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Left with no other option, we went home, Still, we kept checking in with the guards in case they found something.
At around 8:30 p.m., my phone suddenly rang. The number wasn’t familiar.
Rosaline quickly stood up and came over, her eyes locked on the screen. I paused for a second, then answered. Something told me it might be about Michelle.
“Hello, who is this?”
“Is this Caden Holbrook from the Eclipse Pack?” said a strange voice, robotic and clearly altered with a voice changer.
“Who are you? What do you want?”
The voice let out an eerie laugh. “We’ve got Princess Michelle. Her phone only had your number saved. If you want her back, go to Brooksdale Island.”
My heart raced when I heard her name. “What did you do to her?”
The voice on the phone sounded irritated, and his attitude suddenly turned sharp. “We’ve had our eyes on her for days. She’s the little princess from Fostrau–asking for ransom is expected, isn’t it? Too bad we only got your number. Quit stalling. If you want her alive, get to the island in two hours. Come alone. If you bring anyone else, she’ll die!”
The call ended with a click. I clenched my lips tightly and turned to Rosaline. “That was the kidnappers. They’ve taken Michelle to the island. I’m heading there right now. Don’t worry–I’ll be careful. Stay here and wait for me.”
Rosaline looked just as worried, but she knew the rules. The kidnappers had warned me to come alone, so she had no choice but to stay. Saving Michelle was what mattered most.
I rushed out and caught the last ship going to the island. Without thinking twice, I got on. By the time I arrived, night had already fallen.
On the way, the kidnapper called again several times, using a voice changer. He gave me directions to a small cabin deep in the woods.
As I got closer, bad memories from my childhood came flooding back.
I remembered that Michelle was in there, so I still opened the door. However, I saw her standing there, smiling calmly. She didn’t look like someone who had been kidnapped.
I frowned, ready to say something, but then I noticed a weird smell in the air.
“Michelle, you…
“My head started spinning, and everything went dark.
It hit me right before I lost consciousness–I had walked straight into a trap.
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I watched as Caden collapsed to the floor. Quietly, I walked over and knelt beside him, rubbing the side of his absurdly handsome face with my fingertips. I could’t help but smile.
Several werewolf bodyguards appeared from the darkness. One of them was holding the voice changer device in his hand.
This entire setup was created just for Caden.
I’d staged my own kidnapping and had the bodyguards call him ahead of time using the voice changer. Meanwhile, I’d already purchased a plane ticket back to Fostrau. As long as I could sleep with Caden and make it seem natural, I’d use my identity as the princess of the wolf clan to pressure him into taking responsibility. He wouldn’t dare deny it. Once that happened, his engagement with Rosaline would fall apart on its own.
“Find his phone and throw it somewhere in the outskirts. Rosaline can’t find out where he is,” I ordered softly, glancing over my shoulder at one of the bodyguards.
Caden has always been all I wanted and cared about.
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I slowly opened my eyes, still dazed. Above me was the ceiling of a small wooden cabin. My limbs felt heavy like I was submerged underwater. I couldn’t even lift my hand.
What the hell was going on?
Just then, a gentle voice drifted to my ears. “Caden, you’re finally awake.”
My brain stalled for a moment. Then, upon hearing Michelle’s voice, everything rushed back to me. I turned my head instinctively and saw her standing there, completely unscathed. She was dressed in black lingerie that barely concealed anything. Even the long coat she wore was just a thin, sheer veil made for seduction.
I stared at her and asked in a low voice, “Michelle, what are you doing?”
She let out a light laugh, covering her mouth with one hand. Her golden hair fell softly over her shoulder as she leaned closer, her fingers trailing along my face, carrying the faint scent of perfume that made my head spin.
She tilted my chin up and said sweetly, “Caden, don’t blame me. If I didn’t do this, how else could I get close to you? How else could I bring you back to Fostra with me?”
“What are you even talking about?” I was completely lost. I tried to push her away, but the drug hadn’t worn off yet. I had no strength. Frustrated, I turned my face to the side, refusing to look at her.
Michelle didn’t appear to be upset. She knelt down and gently cupped my face in her hands, eyes full of sincere longing. “Caden, you have no idea how much I like you. From the very first moment I saw you, I knew you were my destined mate. Why won’t you accept me? What’s so bad about being with me? I’ll take you back to Fostrau, and we’ll live together day and night. One day, you’ll fall in love with me too.”
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obsessed. She was going too far. I had already told her clearly how things were, And besides, how could the bond of a destined mate be treated like some kind of joke?
“Michelle, be quiet! I’ve already told you that I’m with Rosaline. We’re about to get engaged!”
The moment she heard Rosaline’s name, Michelle’s expression froze. “So what? It won’t matter soon anyway. She’s not going to be yours for much longer.”
Rage boiled in my chest. I never imagined Michelle would be this deceptive and manipulative, employing such vile tricks to trap me. If I’d known she’d pull something like this, I never would’ve come looking for this spoiled little princess.
She didn’t seem to care at all about the fury on my face Instead, she leaned in and started kissing my cheek, my ear, and even my lips. Her hand slipped downward, trying to undo my belt.
“Michelle, are you crazy? Stop it! If your father finds out what you’re doing, he won’t forgive you! What the hell do you think you’re doing?!” I wanted to get away from her but my body still wouldn’t move. All I could do was yell, hoping to snap her out of whatever delusion she was living in.
However, she wasn’t listening. Not to a single word. The more I yelled, the more excited she became. To her ears, my anger must’ve sounded like I was whispering love instead of warning.
“You can say whatever you want. After tonight, I’ll be yours, and you’ll be mine. And once my father knows I’ve been with you, he’ll be thrilled.
“I want you, Caden. I want to have you.”
Rosaline’s POV:
I waited at home for Caden’s call all night. However, when the clock inched toward midnight, my phone, remained silent. Worried, I called him myself. Yet, after five or six calls in a row, all I got was the same mechanical voice telling me the call couldn’t be answered.
The unease in my chest twisted into something heavier I couldn’t sit still any longer. I picked up the phone and called Yale, quickly explaining what had happened and asking him to gather people and go find Caden.
Yale sounded just as worried the moment he heard. He agreed right away and hung up to take action. After that, I called Anthony. “Hey, Anthony. I need your help. Can you track Caden’s phone? He still hasn’t contacted me, and I’m going to look for him right now!
“Got it. Give me five minutes,” Anthony replied without hesitation.
Exactly five minutes later, I received a text from him with the detailed GPS location of Caden’s phone.
Was he in Brooksdale?
My heart clenched with confusion, but there was no time to wonder. I grabbed my coat, got into the car, and drove off.
The navigation said it would take two hours to reach that location in Brooksdale. I floored the gas pedal, watching the dot on the screen grow closer and closer to Caden’s last known spot. The closer I got, the more anxious I became.
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The GPS tracker were on all the way, and I finally reached the stage where the light cursor overlapped the blue dot. A forest opened up in front of me, with no one along the road beside it. My heart skipped a beat. After parking the car, I quickly opened the door and ran out.
I slowly ventured into the forest by following the directions on my phone, but not far from the entrance, I stumbled upon Caden’s phone. I picked it up and starce at the screen emitting a faint light.
With a frown, I looked around and called out nervously “Caden! Caden!”
There was no response.
The fact that the phone was left here meant that Cader wouldn’t have gone too far. But if he wasn’t in Brooksdale, why would his phone be here? Suddenly, I thought of something. The last ferry to Brooksdale was at eight o’clock. If someone wanted to take Caden away, it would have to be tomorrow at the earliest …
It was Michelle!
Michelle’s name popped up in my mind. Caden was here in Brooksdale because of Michelle in the first place, So if Caden was missing now, the last person who met him must be Michelle.
After all, with Caden’s cautious nature as the heir to the pack, no ordinary people would be able to do anything to him. Perhaps his disappearance had something to do with Michelle.
While I was mulling over this, Yale called me. “Mrs. Holbrook, we haven’t found the CEO yet! Could something have happened to him?”
At that point, I had completely calmed down. I had already asked Anthony to locate Michelle, so my priority now was to make Yale join my mission. If Caden was really with Michelle, it would be in my best interest to bring a handful of bodyguards from the Eclipse Pack.
Of course, I didn’t want Michelle to turn into someone like Wendy.
“Caden must be in Brooksdale. I’ll send you a location, bring your men over immediately.”
“Okay.”
Michelle’s POV:
I had initially wanted to take advantage of Caden in his weakened state, but he surprised me with his grit as he refused to give in.
My patience was running out, but it was not because of Caden. I just felt that if I continued to waste time doing this, Rosaline might catch wind of this anytime soon.
Before I was discovered, I thought it would be best to quickly transport Caden back to Fostrau. The private jet was not far away, ready to leave at any time.
I paused, stood up, and draped the sweater on the chair over me. I said to the werewolf bodyguards hiding nearly indifferently, “Come over here and tie Caden securely. In an hour, when it’s daylight, we’ll go straight back to Fostrau.”
“Let me go!” Caden called out. His hands were tied behind him by two strong werewolf bodyguards
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I injected him with a bit of hallucinogenic drug to suppress his powers, making it impossible for him to break free from the ropes or transform into a wolf.
“Caden, stop resisting. Listen to me. Come back to Fostran with me and we’ll live happily ever after.” I caressed Caden’s face and said lovingly.
Caden looked at me with a confused expression and salt, “Michelle, you’re Gerald’s daughter, and I’m your father’s friend. In a way, I’m like an elder to you. Can’t you see that you don’t need to do this?”
I titled my head and replied nonchalantly, “You’re an eller to me? Caden, you’re only five or six years older than me, so that doesn’t really mean that you’re my elder. Besides, I really like you and want to see you every day.”
“What about Rosaline?” He stared into my eyes.
1 pouted and complained, “Caden, why are you bringing up Rosaline now? Don’t you know that I’ve been jealous of her since the moment I saw you? Why don’t you understand my feelings?”
Caden pursed his lips and looked at me with a hint of despair.
I smiled and said, “Just wait until dawn. Then, I’ll take you on a private plane back to Fostrau, where no one will ever find us.”
Caden’s POV:
After Michelle injected me with drugs, I felt all last traces of strength draining out of my body. To make sure that I wouldn’t run away, she ordered two werewolf bodyguards to watch over me.
As dawn approached, the two werewolf bodyguards standing beside me began to yawn. At the same time, I felt the effects of the drugs slowly wearing off.
I glanced at the two werewolf bodyguards and said lightly, “You don’t have to work so hard, do you? I’ve been drugged and tied up like this. I can’t even run. If you’re tired, you might as well take a nap.”
“No, we can’t do that… you would run away!” One of the werewolf bodyguards was so tired that his eyes were almost shut, his head nodding intermittently. Yet, he tried his best to not fall asleep.
Well, theydohave a senseofprofessionalism.
I sneered silently and instinctively reached back, only to touch the sharp corner of a pillar. I felt a slight pain in my fingertips when I touched it just now.
My opportunity has come!
I slowly moved my hand over, relying on instinct, until felt the roughness of the rope binding my wrist against the pillar. I slowly rubbed the ropes, hoping to break the rope naturally.
I was cautious, stopping my hand whenever I noticed the two werewolf bodyguards paying attention to me. Perhaps thinking I was behaving well, the two werewolf bodyguards finally couldn’t resist the fatigue and sat down, shutting their eyes.
1 breathed a sigh of relief and focused on rubbing the rope. After some time, I suddenly felt my hands loosen up–the ropes had finally snapped!
Without hesitation, I pulled my hand away and jumped up, causing the two werewolf bodyguards to immediately wake up. But I was faster than them. I swiftly struck the backs of their necks with a chop from each hand, making them collapse to the ground in an instant.
I stood still for a few seconds, realizing that my legs could still move. Quietly, I opened the door and rushed out.
Michelle’s POV:
As the sky brightened up, I happily returned to the cabin only to see a bunch of ropes that were on Caden’s wrist lying on the ground, with the two werewolf bodyguards lying there, unconscious. He was
nowhere to be seen.
I immediately let out a scream. “Useless! All of you, get up!”
The other werewolf bodyguards heard me and rushed over. I ran out of the cabin in frustration, and with the help of the faint light of dawn, I could see Cabin’s blurry figure in the forest as he frantically ran away.
I widened my eyes in anger and pointed in the direction where Caden was escaping. I commanded, “Go, bring him back to me!”
A few werewolf bodyguards instantly transformed into wolves and roared as they rushed out.
I rushed into my car, started the engine, stepped on the gas pedal hard, and drove into the woods.
Caden, youwon’tescapeme!
Caden’s POV:
I ran with all my might, but my stamina was diminished as I could still feel the aftereffects of the drugs. In no time, I was blocked by two black wolves who were chasing after me.
Michelle also arrived in her car. She parked the car in my path, blocking me.
I could only stop and catch my breath. I took a step back and leaned against a tree. With a frown, I maintained a defensive posture.
I desperately called out to Edward in my mind, hoping he would appear to help me make a final stand.
However, Edward let out a deep snore in my soul.
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Michelle rushed out of the car angrily and surrounded me with several black wolves. She smirked at me with her arms crossed. “Caden, listen to me, come to Fostrau with me. I don’t want to make this hard for you but don’t test my patience. Otherwise, I can’t guarantee that I won’t hurt you when I bring you with
me-”
“Michelle,” I interrupted her. Knowing that there was no use being confrontational at this point, I tried to buy myself some time by trying to talk to her.
I trusted Rosaline. She would come looking for me when she realized that I hadn’t returned for so long.
“Don’t be so stubborn. We really aren’t suitable for each other. Why don’t you just let me go now? I won’t tell Duke Gerald about this, and let’s pretend that we never met. Isn’t that the best for both of us?” I said in a low voice.
“Not at all.” Michelle shook her head and snickered coldly. “You don’t think Rosaline can find this place, do you? Forget it, you better-”
“Caden!” Just as the situation was about to escalate, a shout came from nearby.
I looked up in joy and saw Rosaline emerging from the trees on the side, standing in front of everyone.
Michelle turned around in shock, asking, “Rosaline, how did you find this place?”
Rosaline’s POV:
I let out a breath and sneered. “If I hadn’t come, who knows what could have happened? Michelle, let Caden go now and there’s still a chance for us to talk this out.”
I admitted I was not a saint, but I really couldn’t believe Michelle would do something like this!
It seemed that I was mistaken about my
friend.
“Let him go? Why if I don’t? Rosaline, I won’t hide anything from you anymore. I also liked Caden the moment I first saw him. If you’re willing to break up with him and let him be with me, we can still be friends in the future. Maybe I’ll even invite you to our wedding.” Michelle smiled, looking nonchalant.
“Is that so?” I narrowed my eyes and crossed my arms.
I knew she thought I was alone and powerless, confident that I couldn’t do anything to her.
But as soon as I finished speaking, on the other side of the trees, Yale hurried over using the flashlight on his phone to navigate, followed by a dozen strong werewolf bodyguards in tow.
When Yale saw what was going on with Caden and I, he roared out orders for the werewolf bodyguards to transform into wolves, surrounding Michelle and a few others.
“Let go of our CEO now, or I can’t guarantee you’ll walk out of here alive today!” Yale coldly warned.
The dozen or so black wolves let out a chilling roar. Michelle took a step back, and with a mix of confusion and anger in her eyes, her gaze finally locked onto me and she sneered. “Rosaline, it seems like you’re ready to take me head–on, huh?”
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1 looked straight at Michelle, the little wolf princess of the Fostrau clan. “Michelle, I honestly thought this was just a kid’s fit–you’d throw a tantrum and get over it. I never imagined you’d pull something like this.” This isn’t the Fostrau territory. Taking Caden like that? That’s kidnapping, plain and simple. If you don’t want a public spectacle and your face all over the news tomorrow, you’ll release Caden right now. That’s the only way you’ll walk out of here without trouble.”
Michelle pressed her lips together and stayed silent. He large eyes were full of resentment, but I met her gaze fearlessly.
Tryingtooutdome in presence? You’restilltoogreen.
The hatred in Michelle’s eyes gradually faded. She looked at the black wolf bodyguards surrounding her, then turned reluctantly to glance at Caden. Finally, she withdrew the hand she’d been pressing down on his shoulder. “Fine, I’ll let him go.”
Yale immediately stepped forward, quickly pulling Caden back to my side. A dozen black wolves also swiftly retreated and formed a protective wall behind us.
“Caden!” My hand shot out and closed around his arm. It wasn’t until that moment that I registered how truly on edge I’d been; my palms were soaked.
Caden held my hand and gave me a reassuring smile. “Don’t worry, I’m fine.”
Hearing that, a bit of tension finally eased. I then faced Michelle, whose expression had hardened, and stated coldly, “Michelle, from this point on, I expect you to leave Caden alone. He is my fiancé. Regardless of your Fostrau customs, this is Rivemon. Furthermore we are getting married soon. Since Caden is unharmed today, we’ll let this slide and won’t involve Duke Gerald Daffron. However, don’t mistake our leniency for forgiveness. If anything like this happens again, you will face the consequences.”
With that, I turned away without giving Michelle another glance. I took Caden’s hand and said, “Caden, let’s go home.”
Everyone returned to New Moon City, and it wasn’t until we stepped through the front door that Caden finally let down his guard.
He let out a heavy breath and sat down on the couch, resting his left hand on his forehead. I went to pour him a glass of hot water, then sat down beside him and tried to comfort him. “It’s over now. Are you feeling unwell? Have a sip of water and take a moment
“I was drugged when I went to see Michelle today,” Caden said tiredly, clicking his tongue. He then recounted everything that had happened after arriving at the cabin.
A cold wave washed over me as I listened. So he had not beenalright a momentago–he had beenputtingon a bravefacejustforme.
I took Caden’s hand and let out a breath. “I honestly did not think Michelle would go to such extremes. But it is finished now. Don’t worry, she likely will not try anything again. If she does, we can inform Duke Gerald Daffron. Surely he would not approve of his daughter behaving like this.”
Caden nodded, looking a bit regretful. “I didn’t expect this either … I really wonder what Duke Gerald Daffron would think if he knew what kind of person Michelle is. I can’t believe I fell for it today. Damn it.”
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him. “Very well, let us put your upset aside. You are safely back home, and this situation was not your Michelle is, after all, a noble princess of the Fostrau werewolf clan; who would have believed a princess would resort to such underhanded tactics? Ultimately
I smiled and gently pinched Caden’s nose. “It just means your charm is too strong.”
In that warm, lighthearted atmosphere, Caden’s carlier frustration completely faded, and he smiled too. “Isn’t that just further proof that you’ve got great taste? That’s why I’ve always only loved you.”
“Flatterer.” I rolled my eyes as I said it, but my heart fel warm and full.
Time flew by as we chatted and laughed. After everything that had happened, it was almost midnight. Sleepiness, long held off, rushed in at once. I took Caden by the hand and led him back to the bedroom. We lay down and fell asleep in each other’s arms.
Naomi’s POV:
“Naomi, move in a little closer. The two of you are standing too far apart.”
On the set of My Youth, My Choice, the photographer looked up and raised his hand, shouting instructions to Jasper and me.
Lobediently took a small step toward Jasper, but it didn’t help much. The photographer looked a bit annoyed and had to come over himself to demonstrate the pose. “You’re playing a couple in the drama, not long–lost brothers. Get closer.”
He gave me a gentle push toward Jasper. After stroking his chin for a moment, still seemingly unsatisfied, he directly grabbed Jasper’s hand and placed it in mine
Jasper and I were both startled, instinctively trying to pull our hands away, but the photographer clapped excitedly. “Perfect! That’s it! Don’t move! Hold that pose and keep your expressions!”
He dashed back behind the camera, beginning to shoot from different angles to find the perfect frame.
I couldn’t help but press my lips together slightly and looked away, trying to focus elsewhere. But all my attention was on Jasper’s hand holding mine.
His hand was so big and warm.
I suddenly thought, Thiskindofcollaborationisn’tso bad. Things like holding hands–something we could never do in real life–can at least come true in the script.
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Just as I was lost in thought, the photographer’s voice rang out again. “Jasper, what’s going on with you? That smile looks so forced. Anyone who didn’t know better would think someone was holding a knife to your back!”
“Sorry Jasper gave a dry laugh.
Only then did I suddenly realize that Jasper had been off the entire day. This wasn’t the first time the shoot had been interrupted because of him.
“Forget it. Take a break for now. We’ll continue in a bit the photographer finally gave in, checking his watch and waving for everyone to take a breather.
I lifted my head, just about to glance over at Jasper, only to see that he’d already walked off to the side.
He sat quietly on one of the lounge chairs, staring blankly at his phone, not even noticing Sandra talking beside him.
I pursed my lips, watching silently. She was the only person capable of making Jasper look this lost.
For a moment, a strange sense of satisfaction bubbled up in my chest.
Yet, it did not last. Almost in an instant, that feeling became a dull ache. His expression was for someone he was unable to move on from, and wasn’t I experiencing the same thing right now?
Thankfully, today’s schedule was light. We only had some promo stills and a short trailer to shoot, so it was wrapped up by late morning.
Once filming was done, I turned to look for Jasper but found that he’d already left.
As I stood there dazed, someone tapped me on the shoulder.
“What are you looking at? Your Dr. Foster?” Sandra asked teasingly.
“Well, it’s nothing.” I shrugged her hand off and looked down, starting to gather my things.
Sandra shook her head in mock exasperation. “Go on already; don’t keep him waiting too long. You’ve been completely out of it today. What, falling in love means abandoning your career now?”
“Go where? Is there dinner today?” I blinked, genuinely confused. It did feel like I’d forgotten something.
“Dr. Foster’s been waiting for you in the parking lot forever! Don’t tell me you really forgot?” Sandra stared at me, looking incredulous. “I swear, I didn’t pack your schedule that tight!”
I slapped my forehead, suddenly remembering that I had a date with Samuel this afternoon.
I quickly ran my fingers through my hair, stuffed my things haphazardly into my backpack, and dashed off toward the parking lot.
Samuel was leaning against his car. The moment he saw me, he took a few steps forward to meet me.
Wearing heels and running in a hurry, I lost my balance just as I tried to slow down and ended up crashing into Samuel’s chest. My nose bumped into him, and I let out a soft yelp of pain.
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“Take it easy,” Samuel said with a helpless smile, reaching out as if to rub my nose.
I quickly stood up straight and covered my face, feeling embarrassed. “You have been waiting for a while, haven’t you? I am so sorry I completely forgot about our date this afte
“It’s okay. Was the shoot smooth today?” Samuel paused for a second, then shook his head and opened the car door for me.
“It was alright… “I wrinkled my nose and blinked, but for some reason, Jasper’s image kept surfacing in my mind.
Turning my head again, I noticed Samuel’s face was alarmingly close. My immediate reaction was to turn away. “No!”
“What did you say?” Samuel looked a bit surprised.
I froze. Oh right, he ismyboyfriend. Thingslikethisshould not feelstrange.
Thinking that, I gently pressed my lips together and leaned toward him, closing my eyes cautiously.
But after a long moment, there was still no sensation on my cheek. Just as I was beginning to wonder what was going on, I heard Samuel’s soft laugh beside me.
I opened my eyes in confusion, only to see his warm, smiling face.
“What are you laughing at?” I muttered, flustered, turning my face away. “Fine, forget it. Don’t kiss me then.”
“You thought I was going to kiss you when you said no? Samuel finally seemed to get it, looking up at me.
“I don’t know,” I grumbled, a bit annoyed.
“I was trying to fasten your seatbelt. Who knew you’d suddenly shout ‘no‘?” Samuel sighed lightly and leaned in to buckle the strap for me.
“S–seatbelt?” My face immediately turned beet red.
Samuel leaned nearer, his voice softening to a whisper that brushed against my ear like a gentle violin. “How can you be this cute? Well, may I kiss you now?”
My heart began to pound wildly. I stared at Samuel, watching his face gradually grow larger in the reflection of my own eyes.
His kiss was always gentle, like he was touching something precious. When his lips landed softly on mine, it was ticklish so much so that I instinctively pulled my neck back slightly.
Suddenly, someone knocked on the car window.
Startled, both of us pulled apart at once. I clutched my seatbelt in a panic and looked outside, only to see Sandra standing there with an awkward smile on her face.
“Sorry, I really didn’t want to interrupt, but I’ve been standing here for ages and couldn’t find the right moment to cut in,” Sandra apologized sheepishly.
“What is it?” I took a deep breath and looked at her, clearly embarrassed
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“You seem to have forgotten your phone. I brought it back for you. I hope you both have a pleasant date,” Sandra said rapidly, placing the phone in my hands before turning and hurrying off at an almost running
pace.
I stared blankly at my phone, then turned to look at Samuel. He was still in the watching me with a calmi expression.
“Why aren’t you driving yet?” I pushed his chest lightly with my hand.
Samuel didn’t say a word; he just leaned in, offering his cheek for a kiss.
“Just drive, will you?” I gave Samuel a playful glare and pushed his check away.
Samuel smiled slightly and started the car.
With a ding, my phone lit up with a message from my manager.
“So this is what you’re like when you’re in love. Looks like your acting skills need work.”
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Grinding my teeth at the playful message, I sent back a smiley face emoji and decided to ignore her.
Honestly, calling it a date was a bit of a stretch. It felt more like Samuel was simply tagging along while I- shopped.
Samuel had suggested several interesting places to go yesterday, but none of them caught my interest. Eventually, I mentioned a mall offhandedly, and that settled our date location.
But the moment we stepped inside, I regretted it. This was technically our first real date, and I had chosen such an ordinary place.
“Uh… if you’re bored, we can go somewhere else,” I said awkwardly, adjusting my mask and looking at – Samuel.
“Not at all. As long as I’m with you, I can never be bored” he said lightly, tucking a stray lock of hair behind my ear.
I puffed out my cheeks, feeling a bit helpless.
Seeing this, Samuel took my hand and led me forward.
Watching his back, a sense of bittersweet emotion filled my chest, and I quickly caught up to him.
The saying “shopping is a woman’s nature” fits me perfectly. Initially, Samuel was leading me, but soon enough, it was me dragging him from store to store.
“Does this look good?” I asked, holding a dress up against myself and turning to Samuel.
Samuel looked at the dress seriously, then nodded.
“You never give any substantial advice. You nod at every single one!” I muttered.
Samuel chuckled. “You’re beautiful, and you’ve got great taste. Everything you pick looks good on you.”
His sudden compliment made me turn my head sharply, glancing at the dress with my fingers. “You could pick something for me too.
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“I’ll take that dress and all the ones she tried on.” Samuel said, walking to the counter and pulling out his
card.
“You’re such a great boyfriend,” the shop assistant said, aking the card.
A warm feeling spread in my chest. Samuel was not only rich and handsome but also incredibly thoughtful and considerate.
But just as I was about to change into one of the outfits I noticed two girls peeking out from another fitting room, their expressions shifting as they recognized me, pulling out their phones to snap pictures.
“Quick, we need to go. I think they recognized me,” I whispered urgently to Samuel, pointing toward the dressing room.
Samuel glanced over, grabbed my hand, and we dashed out of the store.
“Sir! Your clothes and card!” the shop assistant called out, but we were already gone, leaving her stunned.
After running through several turns, Samuel finally stopped, and I looked back to see no one following us. I let out a sigh of relief.
“Being a celebrity is such a hassle,” I muttered, rubbing my neck. “By the way, was that shop assistant your friend?”
“Hmm? What did you say?” Samuel clearly hadn’t understood me..
“When we ran, she was still greeting you,” I said, blinking at him.
Samuel chuckled, shaking his head, and pinched my cheek gently.
“What are you doing?” I stepped back, looking at him.
“You dragged me out before I could pay for the clothes, including the one you’re wearing, which still has the tag,” he pointed out.
I looked down, and sure enough, the tag was dangling from my dress, making me feel incredibly embarrassed.
“So what do we do? Go back for them?” I pouted.
“I’ll call the mall and have them send the clothes to the parking lot.” Samuel sighed, shaking his head.
We looked at each other and burst into laughter.
Hmm, without Jasperaround, thisdoesn’tfeelso bad afterall.
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Rosaline’s POV:
Lately, I’ve been running into all sorts of trouble. Like, st the other day, a flowerpot was mysteriously dropped right in front of me on my way to work… and that’s just one of many incidents.
The first time, I could brush it off as an accident. The second time, a coincidence. But after several similar occurrences, it was clear something was up.
It seemed like someone was deliberately targeting me, but who could it be?
Thinking about it wouldn’t solve anything. So, I handed the matter over to Anthony to investigate. Surprisingly, just two days later, he came back with some shocking news.
“Rosaline, remember Tessa? It seems she’s the mastermind behind all this. I traced her today; she’s currently at Everett’s villa, the heir of the New Moon Pack.”
“What?” My brows furrowed involuntarily. “Heidi had returned to Rivemon?”
Howboldofhertocomebackafterescapingprison!
As Anthony repeated the information over the phone, Ipaused for a few seconds before responding, “Alright, I understand. Please keep an eye on Heidi’s movements for me.”
“Sure. By the way, Rosaline, I suspect Heidi has rekindled things with Everett and plans to come after you and Mr. Holbrook. You both need to be careful,” Anthony cautioned.
I softened my tone a little. “Got it, thank you.”
After hanging up, my unease grew. I decided to tell Caden about Heidi’s return.
When Caden answered, his voice turned serious. “The engagement ceremony is tomorrow. If Heidi shows up, I’ll have people keep an eye on her. Don’t worry about it. Focus on being the beautiful bride–to–be.”
I murmured my agreement, hoping nothing would go wrong.
Caden’s POV:
By nine in the morning, the venue for our engagement ceremony was bustling. People were decorating with flowers, balloons, and little figurines representing us. Everything was running smoothly.
However, there were many new faces present as well–undercover bodyguards from our wolf pack, placed strategically by Beta Yale to prevent any disruption from Heidi.
I’ve always thought of Heidi as mentally unstable.
While I was somewhat worried, I wasn’t afraid of her. I just didn’t want today’s ceremony to be ruined.
“Mr. Holbrook, everything is ready,” Yale approached and reported.
I nodded, glancing at my watch. A smile crept onto my face.
Itwasalmosttime.
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I sat quietly in the dressing room, gazing into the mirror with a tender smile playing on my lips.
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“Ms. Sinclair, you look absolutely stunning today. The makeup artist, Claire Norell, stood beside me, carefully touching up my makeup.
What do I not look good any other day?” I teased softly.
“I never said that. Don’t put words in my mouth,” Claire retorted quickly.
Her response made my eyes crinkle with laughter, Claire was young, and I loved teasing her.
Seeing my amused expression, Claire pouted, which only made me laugh harder.
Ignoring my teasing, Claire inspected my makeup one last time before bringing over my dress. “Ms. Sinclair, it’s time to change into your gown.”
I nodded, taking the gown from her. My fingers lightly brushed the fabric, a soft glow in my eyes.
“Ms. Sinclair, stop standing there and hurry up!” Claire couldn’t wait, nudging me towards the dressing
room.
I shook my head in resignation, letting Claire push me inside.
“Claire, my hair has come loose. Can you help me
A few moments later, I stepped out in the dress, only to find Caden waiting.
Dressed in a tailored suit, he looked taller and more handsome than ever, his hair neatly pulled back. His eyes lit up with admiration the moment he saw me.
“How are you here … and where’s Claire?” I stammered feeling a bit flustered.
“She stepped outside,” Caden said, extending a hand to me. His deep voice resonated, sending a thrill through me. “Babe, you look stunning.”
I gave him a sweet smile, placing my fingers in his palm as he pulled me into his arms.
I blinked, and some loose strands of my hair fell onto my rounded shoulder.
“Oh, my hair…” I started, reaching out to fix it, but Caden was faster.
His slender fingers swept through my hair, gathering it all to one side..
Then, Caden pulled out a small box from his pocket. Inside was a necklace. He took it out and carefully clasped it around my neck.
looked at the simple design in the mirror, initially thinking it didn’t quite match my elaborate gown. But then, realization dawned on me.
“Is this… ?” I grasped the necklace, my expression one of surprise.
“You said you really liked it,” Caden murmured, fingers playing with a strand of my hair.
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This necklace was designed by a highly renowned jewelly designer on the Werewolf Continent. I hart always admired her work, but she had retired from the lesign world years ago. This necklace was her final design, never actually crafted into existence.
I never expected that a casual mention of liking this pige, lamenting the designer’s retirement, would lead Caden to
“How did you manage this?” I asked, my face brimming with surprise as I looked at Caden through the
mirror.
He wrapped his arms around my waist, planting a gente kiss on my neck. “If you love it, I’ll make it happen.” he murmured tenderly,
Happiness spread through me, feeling like a warm tide. My fingers intertwined with his, eyes drifting to the engagement rings on our fingers. Turning my head. I kissed his cheek. “Thank you, Caden.”
With a glint of affection in his eyes, Caden leaned closer, the meaning clear in his gaze.
I smiled shyly and pressed my lips to his.
Claire’s POV:
Peeking through the door crack of the dressing room, I struggled to contain a fangirl scream.
“Those two are just too perfect together,” I muttered, biting my fingertip.
The scene made me blush, so I turned away. But as I did, I nearly bumped into a masked female werewolf. Startled, I almost let out a scream.
“Who are you?” I asked, clutching my chest to steady my breath, eyes brimming with suspicion.
The female werewolf hesitated, her gaze shifty. “Ah, Caden sent me to deliver something to Rosaline.”
Her explanation only heightened my suspicions. After all, Caden was right in the dressing room. What needed to be delivered by someone else?
“What is it? Let me see,” I demanded, reaching out.
She fidgeted with her clothes, avoiding eye contact.
This was getting stranger by the second. I reached to grab her arm, but she abruptly shoved me aside and burst into the dressing room.
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The sudden intrusion of the female werewolf took both Rosaline and me by surprise.
Already on edge, I immediately positioned myself protectively in front of Rosaline.
“Rosaline, you wretch!” Heidi shrieked, ripping off her mask to reveal a haggard and twisted face.
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“Heidi?! Rosaline gasped, recognizing her immediately
Freening. I thought. 7hwomanisrelentless.
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You didn’t expect me to get in, did you?” Heidi sneered, staring vindictively at me. “So much for Mr. Holbrook’s heavily guarded engagement party.”
“So, what’s your plan?” Rosaline inquired calmly, not at all rattled by Heidi’s appearance.
Heidi scowled, displeased with Rosaline’s composure. Thave a special gift for you!” she hissed menacingly.
Right then, a swarm of werewolf bodyguards rushed in encircling Heidi.
This was the security I had arranged beforehand, precisely for moments like this.
“Take her away,” I ordered coldly.
But Heidi didn’t flinch. She pulled out a device resembling a remote control from her pocket.
“Move, and I press this!” she shrieked, holding up her arm.
Rosaline clutched my arm tightly as we glared at Heidi.
Her vicious eyes scanned Rosaline’s face before she let out a piercing laugh. “I’ve planted explosives around here. One push of this button, and you’ll be blown to pieces!”
Everyone’s faces drained of color. I hadn’t anticipated Heidi to resort to such extreme violence.
“She’s lost it.” Rosaline whispered.
“How does it feel, Rosaline? This time, I’ve won! I’ve won!” Heidi cackled madly. “I’ll take you down with me, Rosaline. You ruined my life, and now it’s my turn.
Her face twisted into a hideous mask of insanity.
Rosaline’s brow furrowed slightly. To Heidi, this looked like fear, something she relished. Gloating, she brandished the remote.
“Afraid now? Good. If you beg for mercy or agree to let me marry Caden, I might spare your life.”
Heidi’s gaze flickered with obsession as she looked at me. But I only had eyes for Rosaline, which fueled Heidi’s jealousy even more.
“Ros…” Heidi’s expression turned hateful as she started to speak again, but Rosaline suddenly stepped away from me. In quick strides, she moved up to Heidi and delivered a stinging slap to her face.
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The sharp slap left everyone stunned.
I looked calmly at Rosaline, completely unfazed.
“Shut up,” Rosaline said coldly, heels clicking as she stepped toward Heidi.
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“How dare you hit me? Rosaline, how dare you hit ine! Heidi finally snapped, shaking with rage. She pointed at Rosaline and screamed, “Die! All of you just die! You bitch!”
With a twisted expression, Heidi gritted her teeth and pressed the remote control button.
Claire was shocked and shouted, “Watch out!”
But the dressing room remained eerily silent.
What’s going on?” Heidi’s smirk froze. She stared at the remote in disbelief, pressing the button again and gain–nothing happened.
This can’t be!” she screamed hysterically.
So noisy.” Rosaline scoffed, then raised her hand and slapped Heidi in the face. This time, she didn’t hold back. Heidi stumbled from the blow.
She’s so thick–skinned, my hand’s sore now.” Rosaline pouted, rubbing her palm as she leaned into my
rms.
took her hand and softly massaged her reddened fingertips.
There’s no need to hurt yourself over a madman,” I said gently, then lifted her fingers and kissed them
nderly.
osaline’s POV:
‘hile Caden and I were caught up in our affectionate moment, Heidi covered her cheek, staring at the mote in disbelief and mumbling over and over, “Impossible… Impossible…
e trembled slightly, her face full of disbelief.
”
eft Caden’s arms, stood in front of Heidi, and looked down at her. “Did you really think you could sneak here that easily and even find my dressing room?”
/hat are you talking about?” Heidi looked up at me, stunned.
neered. Caden and I had seen through Heidi’s little actions long ago. He was ready to take her out the oment she showed up today, but I held him back. And those explosives had been dismantled, of course.
ce she wanted to play games, I was more than willing to play along.
›u tricked me? You actually tricked me?!” Heidi shrieked, her eyes narrowed in rage, her expression
lesome.
rugged and said softly, “I didn’t trick you. I just wanted you to die knowing why.”
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That completely triggered Heidi. She screamed, and shifted into a wolf to bite me, but the waiting black wolf bodyguards pinned her and clawed her until she desperately shifted back.
Take her away,” Caden said, turning away with a look of disgust.
“Rosaline! You bitch! I curse you! You’ll never die peacefully! You’ll never have a good death!”
Heidi continued to shout curses as she was dragged off still furious and unwilling to give up.
The wolf bodyguards acted quickly, stuffing a towel in Heidi’s mouth to silence her.
I watched Heidi being taken away, letting out a long breath of relief. Finally, that problem was completely dealt with.
Caden and I exchanged a glance, both of us smiling in relief.
Claire, however, was still in shock from the scene, standing motionless for a while before snapping out of
- t.
Worried, she glanced at me. “Ms. Sinclair, your hair…
glanced at my loose hair falling over my shoulders, then nonchalantly shook my head at Claire. “No, it’s ne like this. It actually looks pretty good.”
he brief interruption had no impact, and the engagement ceremony proceeded smoothly.
t exactly eight o’clock, the ceremony began on schedule.
he soft, enchanting music filled the air as all eyes in the ballroom turned to us, the soon–to–be–engaged ›uple.
́m in arm, Caden and I made a breathtaking entrance before all the prominent werewolves of Rivemon.
the ceremony continued, we were surrounded by blessings. When I noticed the envious looks of the owd, I smiled sweetly.
inking back to when I first arrived in Rivemon, to now being engaged to Caden, it all felt like a dream.
d the ones who made all of this happen–my grandfather and Alpha Richard–were both sitting below, iling at me proudly.
ok Caden’s hand and walked off the stage, then threw myself into my grandfather’s arms, playfully ing out, “Grandpa!”
u finally remember to see your grandpa, huh? I thought you’d forgotten all about me,” my grandfather , gently patting my head, his face full of adoration.
andpa, how can you say that about me? I’m gonna get upset!” I said and huffed.
little rascal, fine, I won’t say anything more.” My grandpa chuckled, tapping my forehead. He then ed his attention to Caden.
en nodded politely toward him.
randna cleared his throat. “If you hurt my granddaughter. I won’t snare vou. Understand?”
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“Exactly,” Richard chimed in from the side. “If you hurt her, just wait and see how I deal with you.”
Caden put his arm around me and said earnestly, “I will cherish her forever, until death.”
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As the engagement ceremony continued, many of the tests offering their blessings were unfamiliar to me. I wasn’t in the mood to stand next to Caden, offering fake smiles, so I decided to find a quiet corner to catch my breath.
As I was debating whether to have a small piece of cake I heard a familiar voice behind me.
“Rosaline…”
Turning around, I saw Jasper standing there with a soft smile on his face.
“Congratulations.”
“Thank you, I thought you wouldn’t make it since you mentioned you had an event today,” I said, giving him a nod.
“It’s your engagement ceremony. How could I miss it?” Jasper said with a chuckle, pretending to be casual as he sighed softly.
“You look beautiful today.”
“Thank you.” I blinked, about to say something, but the I saw Caden walking toward us.
I quickly fell silent as Caden approached and wrapped his arm around my waist. I leaned affectionately against his shoulder.
Jasper’s hand holding the wine glass trembled slightly, as if he was struggling to hold it steady.
I pretended not to notice, giving him a nod. Jasper smiled bitterly, raised his glass to me, and drank it all in one go.
Caden gave Jasper a cold look before taking my hand and leading me onto the dance floor.
The gentle music surrounded us, and I rested my hand on Caden’s shoulder, letting my body move to the eat as we started to dance.
Mr. Holbrook, not even an invitation? Just diving into the dance?” I tilted my head playfully, giving him a ink as I whispered.
aden didn’t answer, instead, he softly squeezed my waist, sending a ticklish sensation through me that ade me giggle.
Then I looked up, I noticed the rings on our fingers gently brushing against each other, and for oment, I felt a bit dazed.
‘hat did I think when I first found out about the engagement?
remembered the first time I met Caden.
ur first meeting was filled with disdain on both sides.
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it looking back at everything we had been through–facing challenges, getting to know each other, ling in love, and now, we were finally engaged.
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I looked up at the man who would soon be my husband and it felt as though my heart was completely full.
The feeling of being deeply loved by the person I cherish, being pampered by Caden, was truly wonderful.
I hoped the Moon Goddess would bless us and connectus with the red thread of destined mates.
Our steps were light, flowing effortlessly, perfectly in the with each other, like a pair of star–crossed lovers dancing in harmony at the center of the floor.
Then, a sudden sound caught my attention. I turned in surprise and saw brilliant fireworks lighting up the sky.
“What’s this?” I was surprised.
Caden raised an eyebrow, his eyes soft, and said, “You said you wanted lots of flowers at the engagement.”
“Thank you.” I looked at him in surprise, touched that Caden had thought to prepare this for me.
He remembered every little thing I had said.
Smiling. I took Caden’s hand and led him outside.
The fireworks lit up the night sky, and I couldn’t help but smile, feeling utterly happy.
“Caden, look! It’s so beautiful!”
I pointed to the sky, then turned to Caden. The fireworks were so loud that I naturally moved a little closer
o him.
Noticing this, Caden pulled me into his embrace. “Rosaline, I love you.”
I love you, too.”
Jnder the night sky lit up by fireworks, we held each other close and shared a passionate kiss.
Vendy’s POV:
eeing them so happy and in love, my fingers tightened into fists.
osaline Sinclair!
his shameless Omega, why did she get to have Caden?
hankfully, it was just an engagement, not a marriage. I still had a chance!
he anger inside me burned with fury. One day, I’d take Caden for myself.
he heir to the Eclipse Pack would ultimately be mine!
osaline’s POV:
he engagement ceremony ended perfectly, and Caden and I returned to the Eclipse Pack villa together.
If a son as we stenned inside Caden imnatiently kissed me
as if he wanted to fuse me into his hody
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“Mmm…” Before I could react, he pressed me against the door.
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His overwhelming kiss washed over me, and my body instantly went weak. I wrapped my arms around Caden’s neck, responding to him.
This only drove him further, and he deepened the kiss even more.
The air around me was thick with Caden’s masculine sent, and my head went blank as my heart raced, my body burning with heat.
I didn’t know how long it had been, but eventually, Caden pulled back from the deep kiss.
“Caden…”
I was a little breathless from the kiss, my forehead resting against his chest as I. softly called his name.
He gently cupped my chin, his nose brushing against mine, and our warm breaths mingled. His hand slowly moved up my back, his touch tender and affectionate.
‘Can I?” Caden’s dark eyes burned with unrestrained hunger.
Desire rose between us, making my heart tremble.
Freya also let out an excited howl from the depths of her heart before courting and mating.
Everything had naturally fallen into place, so I wouldn’t refuse.
breathed a sigh of relief and buried my head in Caden’s neck and shoulders.
Originally, I wanted to wait until the wedding night.
¡ut now, we had the engagement ceremony, so it should be okay, right?
couldn’t bear to let Caden suffer any longer, taking a cold shower every night.
felt a little nervous, but also a little bit expectant. I blushed and nodded, and said softly, “Yeah.”
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Caden’s POV:
My gaze darkened as I carried Rosaline and laid her gently on the bed.
I had waited far too long for this moment.
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1 carefully placed her on the silver mattress and leaned over her, bracing myself on either side of her body. I looked down at her soft, delicate face.
“What are you staring at?” she asked, checks bushed with shyness.
Lowering my head. I whispered in her car, voice low art husky, “You’re stunning tonight, Wifey.”
Rosaline’s face turned redder, and she licked her lips subconsciously.
This action made me unable to hold back. Edward also let out an excited howl inside me.
I instantly captured Rosaline’s lips again.
It was still the same sweet taste, like opium, which made me addicted and I couldn’t kiss her enough.
Gradually, I was no longer satisfied with her lips, and I reached into her hem with both hands. My big hands wandered over her body…
Wherever I touched, Rosaline’s body trembled like a flame.
My lips left hers and moved to her chin, her neck, her shoulders… all the way down, down again, to her labia, and then to her pussy.
That place was already like a gurgling stream, and my hungry tongue probed in, tasting her wonderful
taste.
“Oh, um …
Rosaline couldn’t stop moaning as I licked her.
Rosaline’s POV:
That wonderful feeling, which was hard to describe, filled my whole body.
I bit my lips tightly, trying to push away the man who was pressing me tightly. “Oh … No, I don’t want … I want … ”
Caden held me down, and his hoarse and low voice seemed to have a magic to seduce me. “Be good, don’t
move.”
I felt a hot and thick cock gradually approaching my lower body, slowly probing and teasing at the entrance, and the tingling feeling was very wonderful.
I could feel a lot of fluid flowing out of my pussy, soaking my virgin land. I was ready to welcome Caden’s huge cock.
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pain. I screamed and pressed his arm.
“Don’t move. I’ll do it slowly.” Caden kissed my lips and comforted me softly.
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“Mm–hmm.” I nodded, and after the pain, there was a tingling numbness, which made me feel a sense of anticipation.
Then Caden began to move gently, and I gradually adapted to it. The pleasure began to spread from the lower body to the whole body, all the way to the top of the head, and then began to repeat.
The extreme pleasure made me gasp for air, and as Caden’s cock thrust, I gradually reached the peak of desire.
“Alpha, look, the destined mate red thread has appeared.”
At the moment of climax, a glowing red line appeared on the wrists of Caden and me.
Caden and I were both delighted.
We were indeed destined to be each other’s mates!
“I love you, Rosaline.”
“I love you, Caden!”
The night was beautiful. He and I, entangled in the red thread of destined mates, soon began our second round of madness.
The next morning.
I opened my eyes with a groan, but I didn’t see Caden.
I blinked and was about to get up, but I felt a pain all over my body.
“Congratulations, Alpha, we found our destined mate.”
I thought of the madness of last night and the destined mate red thread wrapped around my wrist.
Now I looked again, but there was nothing.
Just then, Caden walked in.
He looked like he’d just stepped out of the shower, wearing only a towel around his waist. I glanced up and saw suggestive marks on his strong skin, which made me blush.
Caden approached, placing a slightly wet kiss on my hair. “Awake?”
“Why aren’t you wearing any clothes?” I was shy and buried my face in the quilt.
Seeing me like this, Caden chuckled. “Are you shy? You saw everything last night.”
Thinking of how Caden had tortured me until late at night, I became even more shy and punched Caden
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Caden gently held my list and looked at me seriously.By the Moon Goddess, my wolf has confirmed that you’re my destined mate, Rosaline. Nothing will ever tear us apart.”
I nodded. “Caden, I love you.”
“I love you, too.” He kissed the corner of my lips. “I made breakfast. Let’s get up and have breakfast, okay?”
Hearing that, I didn’t move, but buried my check in the blanket, a sly look in my eyes as I smirked at Caden.
“Caden,” I said, my tone soft and teasing, laced with a hint of coquetry.
He responded with a low hum, eyes fixed on me. I lazily stretched out my arms and looked up at him with a grin. “Carry me. I can’t walk.”
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Caden stood frozen in place. I huffed, propped myself up slightly, and revealed my pale thigh under the
blanket
His expression immediately shifted. His throat tightened as lie reached out and pinned me to the bed. “Are you trying to tempt me?”
With my head resting against the bed’s edge, I extended my arm, pulling Caden closer. I purposely leaned in, whispering in his car with a soft laugh, “What if I said.”
Before I could finish my sentence, Caden pressed me down and kissed me. His lips were unexpectedly gentle but full of possessiveness. He lightly hit my lower lip, as if to punish me.
“So bold?” Caden’s voice was hoarse as he whispered against my neck
I’ve always been bold.” I placed my finger against Caden’s thin lips, signaling for silence, then traced my fingertips along his cheek, moving toward his eyes, feeling the warmth of his skin with each touch.
Caden half–closed his eyes, letting me do whatever I wanted, but I skillfully slipped out of his embrace and winked at him. “I’m hungry. Let’s eat!”
The breakfast Caden made was simple but delicious, restoring much of the energy I’d used up.
While I was eating, Caden had already gotten dressed and come downstairs. Seeing me sitting barefoot on the chair, his brows furrowed.
Noticing his gaze, I swung my legs, resting my chin on my hand as I looked at him. “There’s a carpet on the floor.”
Caden’s gaze moved from my feet up to my long, slender legs. Without giving me a chance to react, he stepped forward, scooped me up, and placed me on the couch.
I gasped, my arms instinctively wrapping around his neck.
“If you do that again, I promise we’ll spend the next month at home.” Caden’s voice was laced with a hint of warning, and just hearing it made my waist ache.
Teasing Caden was fun, but I suddenly realized I might not be able to handle the consequences, so I quickly changed the topic.
Okay, okay, I know I was wrong. Where are we going?”
Although Caden and I were only engaged, I still hoped he’d take me out somewhere, like an unofficial
oneymoon.
A small island in the Love Sea,” Caden answered calmly.
At the mention of an island, my eyes lit up. I had been wanting to go on an island vacation for a long time, ut had never had the chance.
couldn’t wait any longer, so I rushed back to the room to get ready. “I’ll pack our bags. We’re leaving
oon.”
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The Love Sea was a famous tourist destination. Caden initially planned to take me to a newly developed, private island belonging to the Eclipse Pack. Since this was our date, Caden didn’t want anyone else
around.
But I thought that would be too boring. So, in the end, we decided on another small island.
Caden had already arranged the trip with Beta, and after I finished packing, we headed to the airport.
With some time left before boarding, Caden was dealing with an urgent company matter, and I started feeling a little bored. I decided to wander around a bit
But as soon as I left the waiting area, someone grabbed the hem of my clothes.
“Mommy, where did you go?”
A childish voice came from behind me. I turned around to see a young werewolf boy standing there, looking up at me.
Realizing his mistake, the little werewolf boy’s serious face tightened.
Are you lost and separated from your mom?” I crouched down, gazing at the delicate little werewolf boy, my heart softening a bit.
But to my surprise, he shook his head and, with a serious expression, said, “No, it’s my mommy who got
ost.”
eeing the little guy’s expression, I couldn’t help but laugh. I reached out and pinched his cheek, smiling s I said, “How about I take you to the service desk and help you find your mom?”
he little guy thought for a moment and was just about to nod when Caden walked over. He round me, his gaze lingering on the little guy for a second. “What’s wrong?”
put
his arm
his kid can’t find his mom. I was just going to take him to the service desk.”
; I spoke, the little guy seemed to spot something and waved his hand in that direction.
ollowed his gaze and saw a young female werewolf rushing toward us, reaching out to pick him up.
‘hy are you running around? I told you to wait in lounge six!” The female werewolf was very beautiful, d it was hard to imagine she was a mother.
e was wearing clothes similar to mine in color, which explained why the little guy mistook me earlier.
om, our lounge is three, not six. You went to the wrong one again.” The little guy replied calmly, as if he re used to this happening.
: female wolf blinked in surprise, as if she couldn’t believe she had made a mistake. The contrast ween her confused expression and the calm little guy in her arms was striking.
od there, at a loss for words, turning my head away This was the first time I’d ever seen such an eliable mother.
icing my gaze, the female werewolf turned to look at us.
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