Chapter 58 -Maya’s POV- One day. Just one measly day in this sterile white prison, and already I felt like a deflated balloon. Ms. Edwards could only handle so much of my “never-ending drama” as she so delicately called it. Especially not when it involved dragging one of her precious staff members into the mess even though it had been completely out of our control. The others waltzed out of here earlier today, leaving me stuck in this cage of white sheets and scratchy blankets. I specifically told van not to bring the twins. I couldn’t bear the thought of them seeing me like this- all vulnerable and broken. Sometimes, staring at my reflection in the chipped bedside table mirror, it was hard to believe I was a mother. Since coming back for this… this marriage, it felt like I was a ghost fitting through their lives. A constant presence they barely registered. But that was going to change. First things first, though–escape from this hospital. Across from me, Ivan sat hunched over his laptop, his brow furrowed in a deep concentration. Now that I paid attention, I could see the exhaustion etched into his face. Dark circles shadowed his eyes, and his shoulders slumped with a fatigue that hadn’t been there before. Stupidly, it hadn’t registered until just now. “Are you okay?” I finally asked, breaking the silence that had stretched between us like an unwelcome guest. He looked up with a start, as if startled from a deep sleep. A smile flickered onto his face, but it didn’t reach his eyes. “Yeah, just some work stuff,” he mumbled, tapping away at the keyboard again. I nodded, forcing a smile of my own. It felt weak, even to me. “The doctor said you might be discharged soon,” he added as if he was trying to change the conversation.. “Do you think they have decaf coffee here?” I blurted out, desperate to break the tension–both internal and external. Ivan finally looked up at me, a flicker of amusement dancing in his eyes for a brief moment. “Decal? In a hospital? You’re a dreamer, Maya.” A genuine laugh bubbled up from my chest, the first real one in since yesterday. Another things that added to it was the fact that I hadn’t stopped thinking about him. Jeremiah. The brother I never got to know was Jeremiah. He must have experienced what it felt like to be loved by father, I tried to push out the bitter thoughts. Maybe, just maybe, a little humor was what I needed. It wouldn’t fix everything, but it was a start. “Alright, alright,” I conceded, a playful smile tugging at my lips. “Black tea then? Anything to fuel this caffeine–deprived engine.” He chuckled, finally relaxing in his chair. “Now that’s a request i can handle.” We sat in comfortable silence for a while, the only sound the rhythmic tapping of his fingers on the keyboard. Outside the window, the sun began its descent, painting the sky in fiery hues of orange and pink. “Hey,” I said softly, breaking the comfortable silence. “Thank you. For staying He glanced up, a question flitting across his features. “For being here,” I clarified, forcing myself to meet his gaze. “Even with all the craziness.” Chapter 58 +G A corner of his mouth twitched upwards. “It wouldn’t be you if it wasn’t crazy, Maya. That’s just who you are. Something that I have come to realize but don’t worry I’m not complaining. You make my life slightly more interesting.” I smiled not exactly knowing what to say and we just stared at each other for a moment in silence then the moment of fragile peace shattered like a dropped glass. A purr, laced with sweetness, slithered into the sterile air, “Well, Isn’t this sweet?” Ivan and I both swiveled our heads towards the doorway, where Miranda stood framed in the harsh fluorescent light. A picture of forced joviality, her face was plastered with a smile that didn’t quite reach her eyes. “What are you doing here?” Ivan demanded, his voice laced with a barely contained irritation. Miranda, with the practiced case of a seasoned villain, ignored him entirely. Her gaze, sharp and predatory, locked onto me. “Are you alright. Maya? I heard you almost died. I’m truly devastated,” she drawled, the sincerity dripping so heavily it was practically audible. My fingers instinctively curled into fists. Every fiber of my being screamed at me to wipe that infuriating smirk off her face. “Devastated, huh?” I countered, my voice dry with sarcasm. “Could have fooled me.” The smile faltered for a split second, a flicker of annoyance crossing her features before it was expertly masked. “Don’t be dramatic,,” she chided, her voice dripping with fake concern. “Honestly, you are such a drama queen, her over yourself and learn how to say thank you when people show concern.” I don’t even know why she keeps on doing this. Or what gave her the right to. “Have you recovered from the last beating I gave you?” I pressed, savoring the way the forced smile strained on her face. “Because from the sound of it, you seem to be itching for another one.” The carefully constructed facade finally crumbled. The smille vanished, replaced by a grimace that spoke volumes of her simmering rage. “You wouldn’t dare,” she hissed, her voice low and dangerous. “Wouldn’t 17 Try me, Miranda.” She turned to Ivan finally, “You are going to stand here and watch her threaten me?” He waved her dismissively, “Someone’s always threatening you because you do things that make people want to threaten you.” “I can’t believe you,” she sputtered, her voice laced with wounded pride. “I’m your sister! Shouldn’t you be showing some concern for your family?” “Don’t play that card, Miranda,” I cut in sharply. “We all know how you operate. You wouldn’t be here if you didn’t have some ulterior motive.” “Ulterior motive?” she echoed, her voice laced with mock offense. “I simply came to check on my dear sister–in–law. Wouldn’t want to miss them announcing your official time of death, would we?” The statement hung in the air, heavy and spiteful. For a moment, a suffocating silence descended upon the room. My breath hitched in my throat, and a surge of anger, hot and white–hot, threatened to consume me. Before I could unleash a verbal tirade, Ivan spoke, his voice low and dangerous. “Leave, Miranda. Now. Or I will have security throw you out.” … Read More “Bonds of the Alpha Billionaire by Neldia Chapter 58” »
Category: Bonds of the Alpha Billionaire by Neldia
Bonds of the Alpha Billionaire by Neldia
Rivalry, betrayal, and a love that transcends it all-immerse yourself in a gripping tale of werewolf packs locked in a generations-old feud. Maya’s heartbreak is heartbroken when Alex suddenly rejects her after three years of marriage. With no other choice, she returns to her pack who she turned her back on.
Fate had other plans when Maya is forced by her father to marry another man, Ivan McCall who turned out to be the brother to Alex’s new fiancé. As their worlds collide and dark secrets surface, witness an explosive battle of love and vengeance, leading to a stunning revelation that threatens to shatter everything they know.
With a backdrop of brewing conflict between humans and werewolves, this tale of redemption, sacrifice, and unbreakable bonds will leave you breathless. Can love prevail against the odds?
Chapter 57 -Alex’s POV- We locked eyes in the expanse of the hospital parking lot. The air crackled with unspoken hostility then a slow, infuriating smile stretched across his face, a taunt that sent a fresh wave of anger surging through me. My wolf snarled within, itching to rip into the man, Power radiated off him, but I knew mine ran deeper. It didn’t matter how strong he considered himself to be, I would always be stronger. My fingers itched to wrap around his throat, to snuff out the smug amusement in his eyes. Images of burying his body in some forgotten corner of the city flashed through my mind, a dark solution quickly discarded. This wasn’t the time, not with the antiseptic scent of the hospital clinging to the air, a grim reminder of why I was here in the first place. Besides no matter what, as much as I wanted him dead, she would never forgive me if I was responsible for it. I quickly told myself that I didn’t care but that was a lie that had become a constant in my head for the past weeks. With a deep breath, I forced my feet to move past him. Engaging with him was the last thing I wanted, but he wouldn’t let it go that easily. “Respect for elders, huh?” he scoffed, his voice dripping with mock sympathy. “Seems your precious father neglected that lesson in his little horror school for raising monsters.” I stopped dead in my tracks, the muscles in my jaw clenching, Anger, already simmering, threatened to boil over. One wrong word, one wrong y actions. But a sliver of reason held me back. Amaya. He was her father, and for her sake, I had to move, and I wouldn’t be responsible for my swallow the bile rising in my throat. He continued, a sly glint in his eyes. “I wish I could have seen the expression on your face when you found out I had been released. I bet that news came as a nasty surprise, didn’t it?” He took a menacing step closer, his voice dropping to a low growl. “You underestimated me, Alex. Prison was a mere inconvenience, a fly swatted away. My company will rise again, stronger than ever. Time heals all wounds, they say, except maybe your little obsession with my daughter.” His words struck a raw nerve. My entire face hardened into a mask of icy indifference. He saw it, the carefully constructed facade, and a triumphant smirk bloomed on his face. He knew he’d gotten under my skin. “Didn’t have anyone to talk to as a child, is that it?” I drawled, my voice laced with exaggerated boredom. “Explains the excessive need to chatter about nonsense.” The smugness vanished from his face, replaced by a flicker of something akin to hurt. He narrowed his eyes, searching for another angle. “Interesting choice of words considering the state of your pathetic life. Still pining after Amaya, are we? Stuck watching from the sidelines as she lives a happy life with a real man, a man I chose for her.” He leaned in further, his voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper, “Tell me, Alex, does it ever gnaw at you? The knowledge that she is gone. even after everything it is all gone. You will never experience the warmth of her touch, the joy of building a life together? Oh wait you already did that and then you ended it? I have always wondered why. Did you finally realize she was too good for someone as rotten as you?” He paused, letting his words sink in. The air grew thick with tension, the only sound our ragged breaths. My hand instinctively twitched towards my pocket, where my claws were already extending. I could shut him up right here. Right now, permanently. But something held me back. A morbid curiosity, perhaps. How far would he go to twist the knife? How low could he sink to provoke a reaction? The challenge, perverse as it was, kept me rooted to the spot and I forced my claws back in 1/3 Chapter 57 “Honestly, Daniel,” I said, my voice flat and devoid of emotion, “your attempts at emotional manipulation are as predictable as they are pathetic. Did you rehearse those lines in the mirror? How long did it take you to come up with those big words?” 90% A flicker of surprise crossed his face, quickly replaced by a cold fury. This wasn’t the reaction he’d expected. He’d aimed for a fiery rage, not this unsettling calm. “You think you can’t pretend? You think I don’t see past your facade?” He was working himself into a frenzy, his face flushed with a mixture of anger and something else, a flicker of uncertainty maybe? It was tempting to react, to let him see the fire burning beneath the surface. But I knew that’s what he wanted, a rise out of me. So instead, I offered a slow, unconcerned blink. “Facade? Please, Daniel, don’t flatter yourself. You’re not that important.” The effect was instantaneous. His face contorted in fury, the vein on his temple pulsing like a live wire. He took a deep breath, trying to regain his composure. “It doesn’t matter,” he finally spat, his voice tight with contained rage. “You are nothing but a fly buzzing around my head. A minor annoyance soon to be swatted away considering the new merger.” “Really?” I drawled, keeping my voice flat. “Because from where I’m standing, you seem to be the one buzzing around, all worked up about a little merger.” He scoffed, a harsh, humorless sound. “A little merger? Don’t be ridiculous.This is a game changer. With Ivan’s pack joining forces with mine, we’re unstoppable. The strongest, the most united. We control a vast territory, resources you can only dream of.” In that moment, I finally thought about it. They couldn’t be able powerful with Ivan begging me to help with his company falling apart. And the question still nagged. Why didn’t he go to Daniel? Why was Miranda pushing for it? Last time I checked, she hardly liked her brother. There was something else to it and I was going to find out what it was. He took a menacing step closer and I realized he had been speaking, his voice dropping to a low growl. “And that’s just the beginning. We can make life very difficult for you and your pack. We can squeeze you out, inch by inch, until you have nothing left.” My wolf roiled within me, urging me to lash out, to rip into his smug self–importance. But I held him back with an iron grip. This wasn’t about dominance or territory. This was about Amaya, and I wouldn’t give him the satisfaction of knowing it bothered me. “So?” I shrugged, trying to appear nonchalant. “Sounds like a lot of hot air, Daniel. Threats and empty promises. You think fear tactics will work on me?” His face contorted further, if that were even possible. “Don’t underestimate me! I’m not playing games here. This is about power, about who controls the city. And make no mistake, I will win.” He leaned in even closer, his voice a dangerous hiss. “And let’s not forget Amaya. With our packs united, her future is secure. But if you keep interfering…” He trailed off, leaving the unspoken threat hanging in the air like a foul odor. Of course he would use her. If they were giving the award for the worst father of the year, he would definitely win without a struggle. Anger flared in my gut, hot and primal. But I shoved it down, refusing to give him an inch. Instead, I leaned back against the car, feigning boredom. “Honestly, Daniel,” I said, my voice laced with a carefully measured dose of sarcasm, “you’re starting to sound like a broken record. This whole ‘pack dominance‘ charade is tiresome. The city isn’t some prize to be won in a schoolyard brawl.” He opened his mouth to retort, but I cut him off. “Look,” I continued, my voice low and dangerous, “we both know why you’re still here trying to give me a show of your dominance. You’re threatened by me, threatened by m pack because no matter how much ou try, no matter the amount of alliance you form, I will always be stronger than you.” Chapter 57 Sat, 22 Jun U « 90% A tense silence descended between us. The air crackled with unspoken threats and a hostility so thick it was almost tangible. He seemed to shrink under my gaze, his bluster replaced by a cold, calculating glint in his eyes. “We’ll see about that,” he finally said, his voice laced with a dangerous promise. Then, with a final glare, he turned and stalked away but before he did, I caught the hint of a small smile on his face. … Read More “Bonds of the Alpha Billionaire by Neldia Chapter 57” »
Chapter 56 -Alex’s POV- My paws pounded against the damp earth, the familiar sensation grounding me. It was one of the reasons I loved letting my wolf out-the exhilarating release of pent-up energy. This morning, especially, I had woken with a restlessness that wouldn’t be ignored So, the moment! crawled out of bed, I found … Read More “Bonds of the Alpha Billionaire by Neldia Chapter 56” »
Chapter 55 -Maya’s POV- A wave of nausea rolled over me threatening to pull me under. The room spun, a dizzying carousel of white walls and blurry shapes. A cool hand settled on my forehead, a comforting anchor in the sea of disorientation. “Easy there,” a familiar voice murmured, laced with concern. My eyelids fluttered open, battling the heaviness that threatened to keep them shut. Slowly, the blurry shapes merged into a face – Ivan’s face, filled with worry and a hint of relief. Relief washed over me, momentarily eclipsing the fear and pain that gnawed at the edges of my consciousness. “Ivan?” My voice was a dry rasp, barely audible even to my own ears. The memories, fragmented and terrifying, began to flood back–the crowded bar, Natalia’s mischievous grin, the squeal of tires, then… darkness. Panic clawed its way up my throat. “What happened?” I croaked, the question a desperate plea for answers. He held his hand up in a placating gesture, his grip firm yet gentle as he pushed me back down onto the bed. “Calm down, Amaya. It’s okay. You’re safe now” Safe? That word felt foreign in my current state. “No, it’s not okay,” I insisted, my voice rising with a tremor. “Natalia… Sarah… Riley. What about them?” Images of their faces flashed in my mind–Sarah’s infectious laughter, Riley’s calm demeanor, Natalia’s fiery spirit. “They’re fine,” He assured me, his voice a steady counterpoint to the storm brewing within me. “Everyone’s okay. Just relax. You need to rest” Relax? How could I possibly relax when my friends could be lying in similar beds, their bodies broken and bruised? The fear morphed into anger, a hot coal burning in my gut. “I need to see them,” I declared, pushing myself up in the bed, ignoring the wave of dizziness that threatened to topple me over. He reacted swiftly, his hand pressing against my shoulder. “Whoa, there. The doctor said you need to stay in bed for observation. They’ll be fine. They’re in the rooms next door.” His words did little to quell the frantic energy coursing through me. “But what happened?” I demanded, my voice laced with a desperation! couldn’t control. “Where are we?” Ivan sighed, a deep breath that spoke volumes about the worry he was trying to mask. “You got hit by a truck,” he admitted, his voice law. “Drunk driver. The cops are still piecing things together.” My breath hitched in my throat. A drunk driver? The image of a car careening out of control filled my mind, the screech of metal on metal echoing in my ears. Relief battled with a fresh wave of terror. We were lucky- incredibly lucky – to be alive. “Oh my god,” Images of mangled metal and shattered glass flickered behind my closed eyelids. The memory of the crash was a terrifying void, but the fear was real, raw, and terrifying. A heavy silence de
Chapter 54 -Maya’s POV- Life felt like it was slowly regaining a semblance of normalcy. The twins were getting along with Ivan and it tugged my heartstrings whenever hy cuddled into whenever he returned from work. He was so perfect with them. He was simply just perfect. As for me, I’d managed to maintain a delicate dance of avoidance with my father. A part of me itched to confront him about what van had revealed about the brother! never had a chance to meet but I knew a collision was inevitable and frankly, the last thing I needed was another explosion. The past few days had been surprisingly peaceful, a quiet lull in the storm that had been my life. I threw myself into work, using design as an escape. Ironically, most of my efforts were currently focused on the redesign project for the very ‘person who shall not be named‘ – Alex’s company. Thankfully, Ms. Edwards hadn’t officially handed it over to me, so she remained the one in contact with him. One less complication, at least for now. Tonight, I was out with the girls–Natalia, Riley, and Sarah. We’d decided to explore new territory for drinks, avoiding the Rusty Compass after the chaotic show we’d put onthe last time Natalia and I were there. Riley was extremely grateful and it was good to see her slowly warming up to us. As for Sarah, we’d become surprisingly close. She had a similar fiery spirit to Natalia, both of them with a mischievous glint in their eyes and a penchant for trouble. It felt good to have a new friend, someone I could confide in. I’d asked the question on how she found out that I was a werewolf. Sarah was a part of Ivan’s pack. A smile played on my lips as I recalled the exchange, but it quickly faded as Natalia spoke and she had been present at our wedding. “Earth to Amaya,” Sarah snapped her fingers in front of my face, her voice laced with amusement. I flushed, caught red–handed zoning out. Natalia rolled her eyes dramatically. “We should rename you ‘Space Woman,” she declared, her voice dripping with mock seriousness. “Always staring off into space, lost in your own little world.” We all turned to stare at her, a mixture of amusement and exasperation on our faces. Natalia, seemingly oblivious to the effect, simply shrugged. “What? I know I’m horrible at making jokes,” she muttered, taking a large swig of her drink. Then, her expression turned mischievous. “Speaking of stress and things worthy of being stared at… how is Ivan?” The question hung in the air, the pointed tone making my stomach clench. I knew exactly what she was implying. She used thesame tone whenever I came back from a date in college. I glared at her, my annoyance evident. “Why do you have to say it like that, Natalia?” I grumbled. Sarah seized the opening. She leaned in conspiratorially, her eyes sparkling with curiosity “Come on, Amaya,” she pressed. “We’ve all been dying to know. Is he as hot without the suit as he is with it?” I narrowed my eyes at both of them, then flicked a glance towards Riley. She, the calm observer of the group–likely a product of her barkeep training. But even she seemed to be wrestling with a flicker of curiosity in her gaze. This was exactly what I got for introducing Sarah and Natalia A blush crept up my checks, a traitorous warmth that I couldn’t quite control. The truth was, I hadn’t allowed myself to think of ivan in that way. Or maybe that was a lie. Maybe I just wasn’t being entirely honest with myself. There was no denying the blush that always seemed to rise whenever I caught him shirtless, making coffee before we both headed out for work. He’d given me a separate room, a gesture I was undeniably grateful for, but I wouldn’t deny that the image had crossed my mind recently. Damn Natalia for voicing it out loud. “Oh my god,” Natalia practically whisper–shouted, her voice filled with mock horror. “You guys baven’t fucked yet?” 1/1 INSTALL 10:21 Sat, 22 Jun Chapter 54 By now, now, I was sure my face rivaled the color of a ripe tomato. “Knock it off, Nat,” I mumbled. 零90% Undeterred, Sarah jumped in. “But why not?” she persisted, her head tilted inquisitively. “He is extremely extremely hot. You two are married. The man is a looker. What’s the hold–up? And don’t tell me you are still hung up on that bastard that shall not be named.” I had told them everything from the beginning to the end, from how I went against my family only to end up rejected, then the isolation and how Alex was the father of my children but he didn’t know that they existed. Yes, my life was a hell of a lot complicated. Fran a hand through my hair, frustration mingling with the blush that still burned on my cheeks. “It’s not that simple and no it doesn’t have anything to do with Alex. He is the past and I am done with him.” Natalia eyed me like she could smell my lie because it was a lie and I kept telling myself that over and over. One day, I hoped I would finally believe it. I had tried to cancel that kiss from my thoughts but it kept on creeping in against my will. “I bet he would be a monster in bed and the size of his dick will be attuned to that monstrosity. He gives me this quiet vibe of a psycho that will kill but you would never suspect him. Men like that will fuck your brains out.” Natalia added and Riley choked on her drink then started coughing “There, there honey.” Sarah rubbed her back, “Don’t worry, you will used to being vulgar soon enough.” I shook my head, a wry smile playing on my lips despite myself. These two were going to be a force of nature together, and a chaotic one at that. But a strange sense of anticipation bubbled within me. “Alright, alright,” I conceded, rolling my eyes playfully. “You two definitely need to get your minds out of the gutter. And for the record, what happens – or doesn’t happen–between Ivan and me is none of your business. Now, can we please move on to a less… personal topic? And also, you two are morons.” Riley burst out laughing while Natalia and Sarah glared at the two of us. Natalia pouted playfully, “You used to be so fun, not anymore. We were just trying to lighten the mood.” I knew I wouldn’t win this argument. These women were relentless when they set their minds to something. Just as I opened my mouth to formulate a witty retort, Natalia’s eyes suddenly sparkled with an idea. “Hey,” she declared, her voice brimming with excitement, “how about we ditch this boring bar and go somewhere a little more… lively?” Riley and I exchanged skeptical glances. While the prospect of escaping the relentless questioning about Ivan was tempting, venturing out into the unknown with these two wasn’t exactly my idea of a relaxing evening. Sarah, however, seemed to have already made up her mind. “Great idea, Natalial” she exclaimed, her enthusiasm infectious. Before either Riley or I could voice our objections, Sarah was already grabbing our purses and hoisting herself out of the booth. “Come on, you two slowpokes,” she called over her shoulder, a mischievous grin plastered on her face. “Don’t tell me you’re getting too old for a little adventure!” With a sigh, I knew there was no point in resisting. Riley simply shrugged and followed Sarah’s lead. Thankfully, we’d all only had one drink each, so our motor skills were still relatively intact. exactly are we going?” I asked Natalia as we squeezed past the other patrons and out of the bar. “Where ex … Read More “Bonds of the Alpha Billionaire by Neldia Chapter 54” »
Chapter 53 -Alex’s POV- Eight years old. That was the first time the crimson color of blood stained my world. It wasn’t a scrape from a fall, a burst lip from a careless tumble. No, this blood flowed freely, painting a gruesome scene etched forever in my memory. win I wasn’t supposed to see it. Tucked away in a forgotten corner of my father’s study, hidden amongst towering bookshelves and leather–bound tomes, I became an unwilling witness. The man on the floor wasn’t fighting back. There was no struggle, no desperate pleas for mercy. Just a look of utter defeat etched on his face, his eyes wide and vacant, staring sightlessly into the distance. My father stood over him, his chest heaving, claws dripping with a crimson stain that mirrored the spreading pool beneath the man’s body. A guttural growl ripped from his throat, a sound primal and terrifying. “Get him out of my sight!” he commanded, his voice a low rumble that vibrated through the room. Two hulking figures materialized from the shadows, their faces obscured by the gloom. Without a word, they grabbed the now lifeless body. the man’s limbs dangling limply as they dragged him away, leaving a trail of blood that marked their path. Fear, you might think, would have been my first reaction. But as I huddled in my makeshift hiding place, a strange calmness washed over me. Curiosity, perhaps, or maybe a sense of detachment that shielded me from the horrific scene unfolding before my eyes. My father’s voice, still laced with raw anger, echoed as he addressed someone unseen. “Where is Alex?” They wouldn’t find me. Not here, hidden in this dusty corner, the musty scent of old paper the only witness to my presence. It might be considered stupid hiding from the person who I didn’t want to find me but right under his nose but even at my age, I understood the term, keep your friends close and my enemies closer. Damon Thome was a man I considered my enemy right from the moment he laid his hand on her. I almost smiled at just remembering my mother’s eyes. The color of a deep sapphire lake, held a warmth my father never possessed. I always wanted her to look at me, I craved it. it even h his thunderous command failed to elicit a flinch. I knew what awaited me when My father’s voice boomed once more, “Find him!” But they did. Training, Moulding. Shaping me into a reflection of his own monstrous being. Anything but that. I was never going to be like him. 1 would be just like her. So I would hide so he would never find me. Just as I rose to melt back into the shadows, a new conversation snagged my attention, anchoring me to my spot. my m Chapter 53 “Mr. Thorne?” A soft voice startled me. A petite nurse with a dazzling smile and a blush creeping up her cheeks stood in front of me. I hadn’t even realized when she walked up to me, “I will take you to him now.” I nodded mutely, my mind still trapped in a loop, replaying that day all over in my head. We walked in silence but as we passed by a narrow corridor, I couldn’t resist catching my reflection in a wall–mounted mirror. I had tried. Really tried not to be like what he trained me to be but sometimes when I looked in the mirror, I saw it. My failure because in the end I turned out to be just like him- a monster
Chapter 52 -Alex’s POV- I left Christian after my outburst without another word and drove around aimlessly trying to get the pictures out of my head. No matter how many years had gone by. How much time had passed, the memory was scarred to my brain. I could never forget which is why I couldn’t ever forgive her. The anger, a hot coal in my gut, refused to be banked. I drove aimlessly, the city lights blurring into streaks of color as I tried to outrun the memories. Darkness finally settled, a shadow descending over the city, mirroring the darkness that clung to my heart. Pulling into my driveway, I saw the two familiar cars parked in front of the mansion. My wolf stirred awake within me, a low growl rumbling in my chest. I’d specifically instructed my security team not to allow anyone unauthorized inside. Firing the entire night shift suddenly seemed like a very tempting option. With a clenched jaw, I stormed through the front door. The picture that greeted me did little to quell the rising tide of fury within. There, sprawled on the plush couch, sat Miranda, her legs crossed and a predatory smile playing on her lips as she engaged with two men in dark suits. Her eyes snapped towards me the moment I entered, the smile morphing into something mischievous. “Well, well,” she drawled, her voice dripping with feigned surprise. “Look who finally decided to grace us with his presence.” The two men, their expressions unreadable, turned their gazes towards me. Ignoring Miranda, I held their stare, my voice laced with ice as 1 uttered a single word: “Leave.” A flicker of something, perhaps annoyance, crossed Miranda’s face, but she recovered quickly. Standing with a practiced grace, she swayed her hips as she walked towards the exit. “Oh, alright then,” she purred, throwing the men a seductive glance. “Guess we’ll pick this up another time, shall we? With that, she disappeared, leaving a heavy silence in her wake. The two men remained standing, unfazed by Miranda’s departure. Now, with her gone, I could focus on them fully. The one on the left was older, in his late forties, but his sharp gaze and the jagged scar etched across his cheek spoke of a life lived on the edge. He wore a suit, but it couldn’t hide the dangerous aura that clung to him like a second skin. A wolf in sheep’s clothing. On his right stood a man who didn’t bother with such pretense. His build was imposing, his body language exuding a sense of barely contained power. There was no mistaking the darkness that simmered beneath the surface, a darkness he wore like a badge of honor. “Vargas,” I said, addressing the man with the scar. His name, like him, was a reflection of his nature – ruthless and cold. “Raze,” I turned to the other man, his name evoking images of destruction and chaos. There was no warmth in my voice as I finally addressed them both, “To what do I owe this…pleasure?” I emphasized the last word, dripping with sarcasm. We all proceeded to take our seats. Vargas regarded me with a cold, calculating stare. “I think you’re well aware of why we’re here, Alex.” His voice was a low rumble, devoid of warmth. I raised an eyebrow, feigning ignorance. “Enlighten me, Vargas. What grand news brings you to my humble abode at this ungodly hour?” Inside, I fumed. Unlike some Alphas who craved more power and territory, I never desired this role. It had been thrust upon me by circumstance, a heavy responsibility I bore. My strength came from the shadows, the world of information and control that resided beneath the surface. Vargas and Raze, however, were remnants of my father’s reign, two wolves who believed they were entitled to shove their snouts into every aspect of pack life, I briefly entertained the thought of ripping their noses off, a fitting punishment for their relentless intrusion, but quickly dismissed it. They had their supporters within the pack, a fact that could easily ignite a civil war -something I had zero patience 10:21 Sat, 22 Jun U Chapter 52 for. “News?” Vargas scoffed. “It’s not news, Alex. It’s a matter of concern. The Stone and McCall packs have finalized their merger.” 90% I ground my teeth together, a low growl emanating from deep within my throat. This was exactly what I didn’t want to hear. I already knew that and I figured it was just about time they came. Their packs were formidable on their own, but combined, they presented a significant threat but that was not what annoyed me, it was thinking of her and him together, Sensing my displeasure, Raze, the more vocal of the two, decided to elaborate. “They’re strong, Alex. Individually, they were forces to be reckoned with. Now, under a single banner, they become nearly unstoppable.” “Nearly.” I echoed, emphasizing the word. While I acknowledged the danger they posed, I wasn’t one for hyperbole. “Nearly isn’t good enough,” Raze countered, his voice laced with a dangerous edge. “We need to act before they decide to test their newfound strength on our borders.” I leaned back in my chair, steepling my fingers in front of me. “And what exactly do you propose we do, Raze? Launch a preemptive strike based on… ‘nearly unstoppable‘ rumors?” My voice dripped with sarcasm. I was done with this conversation: Vargas shifted in his seat, his gaze flickering to the window and back again. “There’s more than whispers, Alex. Our intel suggests they’re actively recruiting. Their numbers are growing, and their influence is spreading.” “So they’re… popular?” I couldn’t help but jab at their exaggerated concern even though I knew it was valid. Vargas’s lips twitched with suppressed irritation. “Popularity is irrelevant. Strength is what matters, and they’re amassing it at an alarming rate especially now that Stone is out of jail.” My jaw clenched at that as a tense silence descended upon the room. I knew they expected a reaction, a declaration of war perhaps. But! wouldn’t be baited. Making rash decisions was never my style. Perhaps it was genuine disinterest in pack politics, or maybe the thought of Stone and McCall together just rubbed me the wrong way. Vargas’s carefully constructed facade finally cracked. His eyes flashed with anger, a flicker of something more primal lurking beneath the surface. “Honestly, Alex,” he spat, his voice tight with barely contained fury, “you were always a test tube experiment. You never should have been Alpha.” My world went cold. The room temperature seemed to plummet along with my mood. My vision narrowed, and a familiar darkness bled into my eyes. The air crackled with unspoken tension as my wolf surged to the forefront, a low growl rumbling deep in my chest. “Repeat that,” I said, my voice a dangerous rasp. It wasn’t a request; it was a dare. Raze stepped in before things escalated further. “There’s no point in posturing here,” he interjected with a bored sigh. “We all know you’re both powerful.” He turned towards me, his gaze steady. “Look, if they do decide to attack, it wouldn’t be pretty. Even you, with your ‘hands- off‘ approach, can’t deny that,” The raw power of my wolf receded slightly, but I kept Vargas in my sights, my anger simmering just beneath the surface. “Fine,” I conceded, the word tasting like ash in my mouth. “I’ll look into it. I’ll handle it the way I see fit.” The truth was, the thought of Daniel Stone being part of this new super–pack grated on me like nails on a chalkboard. The man was pure trouble, a slippery eel who had somehow managed to wriggle out of jail. Clearly, I had underestimated him. He’d played his hand perfectly, leaving me with no legal grounds to throw him back in. 10:21 Sat, 22 Chapter 52 Raze seemed satisfied with my response. He was the more reasonable of the two, surprisingly. He nodded curtly. “That’s all we’re asking. Alpha.” A brief look passed between him and Vargas, a silent message exchanged. Clearly, they were ready to leave. Vargas rose, the mask slipping back into place. His cool stare held mine for a beat longer than necessary. He knew, as well as I did, that any sign of weakness would be an invitation for a challenge. Maybe I didn’t crave the Alpha role, but it was mine, and nobody took what belonged to me. He was almost out the door when he turned back, a triumphant smirk twisting his lips. “By the way, Alex,” he drawled, his voice dripping with veiled meaning. “Damon sends his regards.” … Read More “Bonds of the Alpha Billionaire by Neldia Chapter 52” »
Chapter 51 -Maya’s POV- “Brother?” The question tumbled out of my mouth that echoed in the deafening silence of the car. “You had a brother, Amaya,” Ivan clarified, his voice laced with a sadness that mirrored the turmoil swirling inside me. “He died before you were even born. I don’t know all the details surrounding his death, but I do know it hit your father hard. Devastated wouldn’t even begin to describe it.” “Dead? But how do you know? And why didn’t my father ever mention him?” Suddenly, a memory from the hospital flickered in my mind. My father’s harsh words, laced with a bitter sadness: “Because they took him away from me.” Could it be? Was this brother the one “taken away“? The thought sent a shiver down my spine. “When I became Alpha,” Ivan continued, his voice low, “I had to learn about all the other packs in the city, their histories, their rivalries. That’s how I found out about your brother. Apparently, he almost burned down the entire city in a rage, seeking revenge on the one responsible for his death.” He hesitated for a moment, then added, “Alex’s father” My eyes snapped to his face, searching for any hidden meaning, any deception. Suddenly, everything clicked into place. The animosity between my father and Alex’s pack. His unending hate for Alex. It all made a twisted kind of sense. “Alex’s father? I could have had a brother,” I whispered. Ivan reached over, his hand gently squeezing my knee. I hadn’t realized how badly it was trembling “I can’t speak for your father, Amaya,” he said softly. “But maybe… maybe he saw you as a constant reminder of what he lost. A painful echo of his griet Pity? Anger? The emotions churned inside me, a confusing cocktail it wasn’t my fault he’d lost his son. Yet, for all these years, he’d turned his cold anger on me, the innocent bystander in this tragedy. What about Alex? Did he know about his father’s past? There was no way he could be completely oblivious. Whenever I’d mentioned his family, he’d shut down, the conversation turning “Amaya,” Ivan’s voice broke through my spiraling thoughts. “Look at me.“His touch, gentle yet firm, brought my attention back to him. His fingers brushed away the tears I hadn’t realized were streaming down my face. “Why?” I choked out, “Why did things have to be so complicated?” His hands left my knee, and he gently pulled me into a loose hug. The car was cramped, but he managed to create a pocket of comfort amidst the overwhelming chaos of my emotions. My body wracked with sobs, tears soaking the fabric of his shirt. He didn’t say anything, just held me as the storm raged on inside me. After what felt like an eternity, the intensity of the sobs subsided, leaving behind a hollow ache and a raw exhaustion. I leaned into his embrace, drained and emotionally spent “Let’s get you home,” he whispered softly, his voice a soothing balm against the storm. He carefully shifted me back to my seat, then reached for the ignition. Apparently, the car had been turned off at some point during my breakdown, a detail that had completely escaped my notice. With a gentle hum, the engine roared back to life. My eyelids fluttered closed, overwhelmed by a wave of fatigue. The last thing I registered before succumbing to sleep was Ivan’s murmured 1/3 ReelShort Google Play INSTALL Chapter 51 promise, a vow woven with determination. “I won’t let them take anymore from us.” 90% A sliver of light pierced through my eyelids, rousing me from sleep. I blinked a few times, my vision adjusting to the familiar surroundings of my bedroom. A faint squabbling sound reached my ears, drawing me fully awake There, in the middle of the bed, stood a tangled mess of limbs and dark hair–my twins, Ivy and Nate, locked in a playful battle, Ivy was reaching with chubby arms for something Nate clutched tightly in his tiny hand. “No! Mine!” Nate screeched, his brow furrowed in fierce concentration as he tried to shield the object from his sister’s grasp. “Give!” Ivy demanded, her voice a high pitched squeal. She lunged forward, her entire body weight thrown behind the grab and the balance they maintained was quickly disrupted: A yelp escaped Nate’s lips as he lost his footing, sending both of them tumbling in a giggling heap onto my stomach. The sudden weight startled me, but a smile tugged at the comers of my lips despite the lingering exhaustion. This… this was home. The i chaos, the noise, the love–all of it, a beautiful mess that filed a void I hadn’t even realized existed. I “Woah, woah, easy there, champions,” I chuckled, gently untangling them from each other. “What’s all the commotion about?” Ivy, momentarily distracted, pointed a stubby finger at the object still firmly clutched in Nate’s hand. “He took my dolly!” she declared, her voice thick with indignation i Nate, emboldened by a mischievous glint in his eyes, peeked out from behind my arm. “No, it’s mine now!” he countered, his voice muffled by my shirt. With a sigh, I reached for Nate’s hand and pried it open, revealing a tiny, misshapen playdough creation that vaguely resembled a doll. “Well, it doesn’t look much like a do does it eased gently “That’s cuz it’s a mermaid dolly she declared, snatching the creation from my hand The bickering resumed as soon as I disentangled them, “Mine” vy shrieked, reaching for the playdough doll in Nate’s hand. “No!” he countered, squeezing it tighter. Their voices intertwined in a melodic cacophony of toddler disagreement. A tired smile curved my lips as i watched them. Just then, the bedroom door creaked open. Ivan stepped inside, his gaze immediately landing on the squabbling twins and then on me. Relief washed over his features … Read More “Bonds of the Alpha Billionaire by Neldia Chapter 51” »
Chapter 50 -Maya’s POV- The air crackled with a tense silence after my father’s words. Blinking rapidly, I struggled to process the accusation hanging heavy between us. “That’s what you want to talk about?” I finally managed. My mother, sensing the impending storm, had already excused herself, leaving me alone with the man who seemed determined to make this reunion as uncomfortable as possible. His gaze narrowed, boring into me as if he was searching for some hidden motive. “I asked you a question, Amaya,” he repeated, his voice firm and laced with an undercurrent of anger. “One that requires an answer.” What was wrong with this man? Seriously. Frustration bubbled up within me, threatening to spill over into a full–blown explosion. Taking a deep breath, I forced myself to push down the rising anger. “You were in jail,” I stated, enunciating each word carefully. “The pack was in disarray. Petrov was aiming for the Alpha position, making threats, creating chaos. I had to do something.” “And what exactly did you do?” he countered, his tone dripping with sarcasm. “Declare yourself co–Alpha? Who gave you the right to do so?” “Besides,” I continued, ignoring his derision, “Ivan said you already signed off on the merger.” His eyes widened momentarily, a flicker of surprise betraying his carefully constructed mask of fury. Then, just as quickly, the surprise morphed into something far more dangerous – a cold, calculating anger. “I signed off on the merger,” he began, his voice low and menacing, “with me as the leader. As the sole Alpha of the Crescent Pack. Who, he leaned forward, his voice dropping to a barely audible growl, “told you it was anything different?” 1 recoiled under his fierce gaze, a wave of incredulity washing over me. With everything that had happened, with the pack teetering on the brink of collapse, the thing that bothered him most was the fact that I had declared myself co–Alpha? Did he honestly despise me that much? The anger I had fought so hard to suppress threatened to boil over. Taking another deep breath, I forced myself to remain calm. There was no point in getting into a shouting match with this man. “I apologize, Father,” I managed to say, my voice tight with controlled emotion. “If that’s how you feel about it, I will happily step down. No problem at all. “Good. And don’t even entertain the thought of attempting something like that again.” He waved his dismissive hand, the gesture a clear indication that our conversation was over. I stood there for a moment, my teeth grinding together in frustration. Did he ever even try to love me? The image of his dismissive hand flashed before my eyes, and the anger I had pushed down surged back with renewed intensity. My voice, when I finally spoke, was laced with a steely edge. “Look,” I said, staring him down, “I spent weeks trying to get you out of jail, facing Petrov’s relentless attacks, holding this crumbling pack together. And the first thing you want to do is scold me about a title? Honestly,” I continued, my voice rising a notch, “I wish you would have just stayed in jail and rot in there.” His head snapped up, his surprise morphing into a fury that mirrored my own. “What did you just say to me?” he roared, his voice booming through the study. 11:38 Fri, 21 Jun ti Chapter 50 My voice trembled with barely contained rage as I met his gaze head–on. “I got arrested because they thought I was involved in money laundering. Money laundering that you were being investigated for. You didn’t even care to tell me if the accusations were true, not a single word! And the fact that I went to jail because of it… now I realize just how evil you can be! “Evil?” he spat back, his nostrils flaring in anger. “You dare call me evil, child? After trying to take my position?” “I wouldn’t have had to if you hadn’t gotten yourself thrown in jail and left the pack in shambles!” I retorted, my voice rising a notch with every word. “Petrov was circling like a vulture, waiting to snatch the Alpha position. The pack was on the verge of collapse, What was I supposed to do? Sit on my hands and watch everything crumble?” A vein pulsed in his temple, and I could see the anger simmering beneath the surface. “And who,” he thundered, his voice laced with a dangerous edge, “gave you the authority to make such decisions?” A bitter laugh escaped my lips. “Apparently,” I said, my voice dripping with sarcasm, “no one! Because according to you, the only one fit to lead this pack is you. The one who doesn’t even bother to consider his own daughter when facing accusations, the one who can’t even be bothered with a three–second phone call to check on her after he gets out of jail! Or apologize for involving. I got thrown in jail because of you!” “Jail?” he scoffed, his tone dismissive. “You call that a jail? You were barely there a week.” “A week that could have turned into a lifetime!” I shouted, my voice cracking with raw emotion. “While you sat comfortably in your cell, I faced Petrov’s relentless attacks. And the first thing you do when you get out is throw a tantrum about a title?” My voice broke, the anger giving way to a wave of despair. “How dare you?” I whispered, tears stinging my eyes. “How dare there and blame me when I was only trying to keep the pack in our family? To keep your legacy alive?” you sit The silence in the room stretched on, heavy and suffocating. His face remained a mask of cold fury, devoid of any flicker of remorse or understanding. That was it. This wasn’t anger anymore. This was a deep, soul–crushing pain that threatened to drown me whole. “So yes, Father,” I choked out, the words thick with tears, “I wish you would have rotted in jail.” Suddenly, with a swiftness that startled me, his hand shot out, wrapping itself around my throat in a vice–like grip. The air left my lungs in a whoosh, my vision blurring at the edges. “I will reach you to show respect.” He growled in my face tightening his grip. Panic surged through me, but before I could react, a feral snarl ripped through the room. My vision swam in and out of focus as I saw Ivan appear in a blur of movement. With a force that seemed impossible, he slammed into my father, sending him crashing to the floor with a startled yelp, “Don’t. You, Ever. Touch. Her. Again.” The pressure on my throat eased, and I gasped for air, my lungs burning. Ivan scooped me into his arms, his eyes softening, “I’m so sorry.” We passed by my mother, who stood frozen in the doorway, her face etched with a mixture of fear and something that could have been regret. But the pain was too raw, too fresh to process anything else. We exited the house and walked towards Ivan’s car, a numb silence enveloping us. As soon as the car door slammed shut behind me, the dam broke. Tears streamed down my face, hot and relentless, as the weight of the entire ordeal came crashing down on me. 11:38 Fri, 21 Jun Ei Chapter 50 I didn’t sob, there were no dramatic wails. Just a steady stream of silent tears, a physical manifestation of the emotional agony tearing me apart. Ivan didn’t try to talk, didn’t offer empty words of comfort. He simply put the car in gear and drove, his silence a strange but comforting presence in the midst of my storm. Tears had finally dried up, leaving behind a dull ache in my throat and a raw emptiness in my chest. Exhausted from the storm of emotions, I leaned against the window, letting the blurring cityscape lull me into a trance–like state. Suddenly, Ivan’s voice broke the silence, his tone cautious. “Has it always been like this? Did he… did he often put his hands on you? The question jolted me back to reality. I shook my head slowly, the memory of his hand around my throat still sending a shiver down my spine. “No,” I whispered, my voice hoarse. “He’s never… hurt me physically before. I don’t know why he hates me so much, Ivan. He’s just…” … Read More “Bonds of the Alpha Billionaire by Neldia Chapter 50” »
Chapter 49 -Maya’s POV- My head spun as I stumbled out of Alex’s office. The unexpected kiss hung heavy in the air, a phantom touch that sent shivers down my spine despite the anger that still burned within me. How could he have done that? After everything, after his callous disregard for my pain, he … Read More “Bonds of the Alpha Billionaire by Neldia Chapter 49” »