Chapter: CHAPTER 125: EPILOGUE (II)Nikolai’s POV I lay propped up on one elbow, my gaze tracing the rhythmic rise and fall of Aiden’s bare chest. He fell asleep almost immediately after we made love, worn out from his long shift. A quiet chuckle escaped my throat. I still didn’t entirely understand how my life had completely transformed like this. Just a few months ago, I was the feared, ruthless Don of the Russian Bratva, reigning over a criminal empire and now, I was a live-in fiancé. I looked down at Aiden's relaxed hand resting on the pillow between us, my lips curving into a smirk as my eyes caught the engagement ring—soon to be a wedding band—gleaming on his palm. Leaning over, I pressed a gentle kiss to his warm forehead, careful not to wake him, before slipping out from under the silk sheets. I pulled on a dark silk robe and walked over to the floor-to-ceiling windows, looking out at the moonlit grounds of our estate. Relinquishing my position as Don hadn’t been an easy legacy to let go of. It
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Chapter: CHAPTER 124: EPILOGUE (I)[THREE MONTHS LATER]Aiden’s POVMy exhausting shift had finally come to an end. I finished locking my office and started walking down the busy main corridor, my bag slung over my shoulder.“Incredible job on that aneurysm, Dr. Cross,” one of the scrub nurses called out, offering a warm smile as she passed.“Thanks, Sarah. Have a good night,” I replied, nodding politely to a group of pediatrics nurses who waved from the main desk. I forced myself to keep my head up, greeting the familiar faces, but inside, I was so fucking tired. As I approached the main lobby entrance, I spotted Sean standing by the reception desk. He was dressed in his dark blue scrubs, looking tired but happy. The moment his eyes found me, a genuine smile broke across his face, and he walked over to meet me.“Hey,” Sean said. “Look at you. You actually survived your endless surgeries.”“Barely,” I chuckled softly, stopping in front of him. “I think I was in that OR for ten hours straight. My back is completely don
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Chapter: CHAPTER 123: SAVING IVANAiden’s POVI stood in the hallway, my hand hovering just inches from the brass knob to Nikolai’s door, my chest so tight I could barely breathe. I was terrified to go inside. Terrified to see him.Through the small crack in the door, I could see Nikolai sitting perfectly still, staring down at a framed photograph in his lap. It was the picture he’d personally selected for his mother's empty casket ceremony. In it, Irina looked beautiful and…free.The ceremony was supposed to start in ten minutes. Everyone was gathered out on the estate grounds, waiting in a tense silence. The only problem was that we couldn't start—not only because Nikolai was locked in his room, but because Ivan had completely vanished. He hadn't been seen since last night, and no one could find him anywhere.“Aiden, the child will not stop crying,” Luka groaned, his voice echoing down the hallway as he walked up from the grounds. He looked entirely exhausted. “You have to come hold her. She only stops when you carr
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Chapter: CHAPTER 122: THE COST OF VICTORYNikolai's POVThe abandoned warehouse was suffocatingly dusty, smelling faintly of decaying wood. A single, exposed bulb hung from the ceiling, casting a circle of light over the concrete floor. I sat on a single steel chair right in the center of that light, my arms resting on my knees, my expression completely blank.A heavy iron side door groaned open, scraping loudly against the floor.Prime Minister Ivanov walked into the light in a pristine gray suit that looked entirely out of place in the filth, and his signature slimy smirk was plastered across his face. A dozen heavily armed federal agents marched in behind him, their boots thudding in unison, weapons held tightly.“I’d like to say this was a surprise, but it wasn’t,” Ivanov said. He stopped just outside the circle of light, adjusting his cuffs with an insufferable, smug confidence. “I knew a rational man like you would eventually see the benefits of a compromise, Nikolai. I always win.”My frown remained locked in place, my
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Chapter: CHAPTER 121: A RARE LAUGHAiden's POV“You know, I would’ve appreciated it if I didn't have to hear that you went back to Russia from Mom, Aiden.” Lily’s face was up close to her camera, her expression full of teenage judgment.I let out a heavy sigh, rubbing the back of my neck. “Lily, I’m sorry. Things happened so fast, and I didn't want to worry you.”She surprised me by shrugging in total abandon. “Oh no, I’m not mad. You should have left sooner, everyone at school compliments my outfits now.”My eyes narrowed instantly as my protective older brother instinct kicked in. “You better not be wearing those incomplete clothes to school. They’re inappropriate.”Lily just rolled her eyes, completely unfazed. “Everyone wears them now.” Before I could lecture her on what counted as a full shirt, she waved a hand dismissively. “Anyway, where’s… Nikolai? It’s been ages since I’ve seen him.”“He’s, uh… at work,” I said.It wasn't really a lie. Nikolai was working, even though he was just in his office two rooms down f
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Chapter: FINAL UPDATE!Hi, everyone I just wanted to apologize for not being able to release all the chapters as promised. Lots of stuff I genuinely didn’t expect happened to me, but I hate disappointing you guys, especially after all the excitement and support you’ve shown this story. Thank you for being patient with me and for sticking with me through the delays. Your comments, messages, and constant support honestly mean more than you know. The remaining chapters will be coming tomorrow, and I truly appreciate everyone who’s still here waiting for this story with me (〒﹏〒)
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2026-05-29
Chapter: CHAPTER 052Malik’s POV Nathaniel had finally finished eating. I guessed the meal was nothing short of amazing, judging by the moans that had spilled from his lips with every bite. The only issue was that my knot now had an entirely different objective. We were seated out by the balcony, the cool night breeze all around. I had his bare feet resting in my lap, my thumbs working slow circles as I massaged his leg. Every minute or so, I couldn’t help myself—I leaned forward, burying my face in the curve of his neck to lick the bite mark I had on him. My tongue flicked against his scent gland, and Nathaniel let out a gasp, his shoulders arching back against my chest. “Tell me the truth, Malik. Did you plan on feeding me or fucking me?” he asked, his voice trembling with a heady mix of amusement and desire. I let out a scoff against his warm skin, my teeth gently nipping at his collarbone. “I think I would prefer it if we used the term ‘making love’, vasha. And besides, who says I can’
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Chapter: CHAPTER 051Nathaniel’s POVI stirred beneath the white sheets, a sharp cramp lancing through my lower abdomen. It was painful enough to make me wince and clutch my stomach.The slight movement was enough to wake Malik, and the bed shifted as his massive frame turned. His dark eyes fluttered open, heavy with sleep.“What's wrong, vasha?” he rasped, his voice groggy.I sucked in a breath, forcing my features to smoothen out. My mouth opened to tell him that nothing was wrong, when a second, far more intense wave of pain rippled through my belly. I gasped, curling inward.Malik hissed, his body going rigid. The haze of sleep vanished from his eyes in a fraction of a second, replaced by fear and worry.“What the fuck was that?” he demanded, sitting bolt upright.“It's... it's fine,” I managed to squeeze out through gritted teeth, holding my stomach. “It’s just a little stomach ache, Malik. Go back to sleep.”“Don't give me that bullshit, Nat. You’re marked, so I can feel your fucking pain,” he growl
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2026-07-27
Chapter: CHAPTER 050Malik’s POV I killed my fated mate. And no, I didn’t regret it. Well, that was partially a lie. I didn’t regret killing her but I would regret the dire repercussions for it. Zaria was a useless waste of space. And she’d crossed a whole new level by trying that shit with me. That’s why I wanted her far away from me. What was the Imperial Alpha thinking be permitting her here anyway?Lunoria had a very important law regarding fated mates. In this empire, a lot of people didn’t believe in the Goddess anymore. Some were angry they never found their mate, while others were bitter that they weren’t fated to the person they actually loved. But one thing remained fundamental knowledge across every territory: no one was allowed to hurt their mate. People could be unusually cruel with the mate bond, knowing they held a certain kind of power over their significant other. Alphas were the worst offenders. Because of that history, the council had passed a strict law stating that under n
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Chapter: CHAPTER 049Nathaniel’s POV The exam was finally over. “We’ll be reaching out to the selected candidates soon,” the old man said. Not even a minute later, everyone stood up, rushing out of the hall. I pushed through the sea of crowded bodies, my eyes locked on the man as he turned to leave the podium with his young follower. “Excuse me, please! Let me through!” I called out, my heart hammering against my ribs. I needed to reach him. But no one was listening to me. Excited candidates shoved past, their shoulders and elbows jostling me in every direction. A sharp push from an eager Alpha scholar sent me stumbling backward. I gasped, instinctively wrapping one arm over my stomach to protect my small bump. Before I could hit the hard floor, a hand caught my elbow, pulling me back to my feet. “Careful!” Nora’s anxious voice rang out beside me. She kept a firm grip on my arm until I was steady, scanning my face with concern. “Are you okay, Nathaniel?” “I’m fine... thank you,” I breathed, clutc
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Chapter: CHAPTER 048Malik’s POVJax shifted his weight, glancing toward the closed door of my office. “Bane is still sulking outside,” he mentioned. “He hasn’t moved an inch since you yelled at him.”I rolled my eyes, a scoff escaping. “That is none of my fucking business. I told him to stay back, yet he followed me anyway. I’ve been getting too soft with him.”It hurts even more, because I knew why my beast was acting like this. He had learned those habits from Nathaniel. Nathaniel, who couldn't walk past Bane without showering him with treats and scratches. He was already getting spoiled.Jax stayed silent for a beat, his golden-brown eyes on me. “So... you’re really not going to talk about whatever has you in such a pissy mood? You look… horrible,” he said, leaning against the edge of my desk.I snapped my gaze up, glaring at him with enough coldness to make a lesser wolf drop to their knees, but not Jax. “Just go back to your post, Jax. I can’t deal with you right now.”He took a deep breath, his bro
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Chapter: CHAPTER 047Nathaniel’s POV “Nathaniel! Nathaniel!” The shouting pierced the haze in my mind, jerking me out of my thoughts with a startled gasp. I blinked rapidly, the bright sunlight filtering through the glass windows of the Academy conservatory stinging my eyes. “Oh, my Goddess... did you even hear a single word I just said?” Lucien groaned, rubbing a hand over his face in exasperation. I shook my head slowly, offering a sheepish apology. “I’m sorry, Lucien. I... I wasn’t paying attention.” My heart wasn’t in this room. Truthfully, it wasn't even in this body. My mind was completely consumed by Malik—by the fire in his eyes, the anger in his voice, and the pain in the way he had looked at me before leaving. It had been days since our fight, and the agonizing silence between us was slowly suffocating me. Lucien tilted his head, his eyes scanning my face with growing concern. “You don’t look okay at all, Nat. You actually look a bit pale, even.” He paused, leaning agains
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Chapter: CHAPTER 18Asher's POVThe university library was one of the few places where I could actually think. I stood in the narrow aisle, running my fingers over a few textbooks.If I wanted to keep my scholarship, my grades had to stay high. It wasn't as though I could simply pay my tuition out of pocket if I lost it. Every semester depended on those marks, which was exactly why I needed my head in a book instead of replaying memories of Nico that were determined to haunt me. A giggle cut through the quiet room. I glanced through the gap between the bookshelves seeing two girls whispering a few rows over, their eyes locked on the main entrance.Curiosity got the better of me. I stepped out of the aisle to see who was causing the scene, and the second I did, my heart dropped straight into my shoes. I instantly wished the floor would open up and swallow me whole.It was Elliott.He was walking with a deliberate stride, his leather jacket damp from the drizzle outside. The red streaks in his hair practi
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Chapter: CHAPTER 17Asher’s POV“You think he’s gonna ground me?” Luca asked, dumping the final trash bag by the front door. He wiped sweat off his forehead with the back of his arm.I forced a laugh. “Probably worse. He looked ready to ship you off to military school.”Luca groaned. “Fuck. I’m never throwing another party here. Ever.” He paused, glancing at me sideways. “You okay, though? You’ve been quiet.”My stomach twisted. “Yeah. Just a little tired.”He clapped me on the shoulder. “Don’t beat yourself up. It was my dumb idea. You’re a good friend for even showing up.”A good friend. His words felt like a punch to my gut. If he only knew.We finally finished around one-thirty. The house looked spotless again. Luca stretched with a massive yawn, his messy hair sticking up in every direction.“I’m wiped, man. I need some fucking sleep. You staying over?”I nodded, avoiding his eyes. “Yeah. I'm good on the couch.”“Sure, if that's what you want. Night, Ash.” He headed upstairs, and a minute later his
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2026-04-03
Chapter: CHAPTER 16Asher’s POVI stood frozen near the stove, Luca right beside me. My best friend looked like he’d been slapped across the face.His usual cocky grin was gone, replaced by a wide-eyed expression he only got when he knew he’d really fucked up.Nico stood in the middle of the kitchen with a frown of disapproval, his arms crossed over his broad chest. He looked exhausted and pissed off at the same time.“I trusted you,” Nico said, his voice low. “Both of you. You know my rules, Luca. No parties, and no strangers in my house.”Luca shifted beside me, rubbing the back of his neck. “Dad, it was supposed to be a small thing, I swear—”“Small?” Nico cut him off with a scoff. “There are cigarette burns on my hardwood floors. People were dry-humping on the staircase. And you—” His sharp gaze swung to me. “You couldn’t even warn him, Asher? You’ve been in and out of this house since you were a kid. You know how I feel about this shit.”My mouth went dry. I swallowed hard, trying to find my voice.
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Chapter: CHAPTER 15Nico’s POVI let out a tired sigh, gripping the wheel tighter than necessary.I’ve been stuck working for twelve shitty hours. Some days, all this crap makes me wish I’d just stayed in the military.My head was pounding. All I wanted was a quiet house, a cold beer, and maybe an hour in the basement gym to sweat the day out of my system.My phone buzzed with an unknown number. I almost let it go to voicemail, but in my line of work, letting it ring out wasn’t really an option.“Yeah,” I answered, my voice flat.A low, gravelly voice came through. “Rossi, I’ve got a job for you. It’s high priority, and I need it done quietly. You in?”I exhaled through my nose, keeping my eyes on the dark road ahead.I’ve been in the game for a long time. I did what I had to so I could take care of Luca, but lately it’s been leaving a bad feeling I can’t shake off.“I’ll think about it,” I said. “Send the details. I’ll get back to you by tomorrow.”“Make it fast. The pay’s double if it’s clean.”“Underst
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Chapter: CHAPTER 14Asher’s POV Elliott walked beside me, his green eyes flicking over the framed photos all over Luca's hallway. “Damn,” he said, a low whistle escaping. “This place is insane. Your friend’s dad must be some kind of big billionaire or something. How many rooms does this mansion even have?” I shrugged. “I honestly don't know. I don't think I've ever counted.“ Elliott shook his head. “My entire apartment back in LA could fit in the living room. What does Luca’s dad do? Tech mogul?” “Private security contractor,” I said, turning down the side hall toward the game room. “He's ex-military and he’s gone a lot. Strict as hell when he’s home, though. Hence why Luca only throws parties when he’s out of town.” Elliott grinned sideways at me. “So we’re basically breaking his rules right now? I like it. It makes me feel like a rebel.” He paused at the open door to the game room, his eyes lighting up at the pool table. “Okay, this is sick. You any good at pool?” “Not even a little,” I
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Chapter: CHAPTER 13Asher's POV I was trying—and failing miserably—to focus on the psychology textbook in front of me with all the cafeteria noise buzzing around. Jax rolled his eyes at me. “Dude. What the hell are you even studying for anyway? You’ve been glued to those books all day.” I scoffed dramatically, “I have a test coming up. It’s worth, like, thirty percent of my grade.” Jax snorted, shoving half a burger into his mouth. “Whatever.” Luca grinned at both of us. “Hey guys, I have an idea. I've been thinking a lot about throwing a party this weekend.” Jax’s eyes instantly lit up. “Hell yes! Finally! Your place? Tell me we’re doing it at your place.” Luca nodded. “My dad’s out of town for work. And the house is wide open. We can raid the liquor cabinet, set up the speakers in the living room, invite a bunch of people. It’s gonna be epic.” I closed my book halfway, raising a brow skeptically. “Wait… but your dad's pretty strict about that kinda stuff. The last time you had people ov
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Chapter: CHAPTER FIFTY-SIX: NO TIME TO HEALDamien's POVI learned early that the things you love most are the things you're most likely to lose. I really really don't want to lose Heaven.The bedroom is quiet except for the soft patter of rain against the window and the low hum of the heater kicking on downstairs.Heaven lies on her side, facing away from me, her arms curled loosely against her chest. The bedside lamp casts a warm gold pool across her shoulder, catching the faint freckles that dust her collarbone like scattered stars.Even now, she’s the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen.I don’t deserve this view. I know that. But I can’t look away.I kick my shoes off quietly and peel out of my soaked shirt and jeans, leaving them in a heap by the dresser. I’m still clammy with sweat and whiskey, but I don’t care. I need to take care of her first.I slip into the en-suite bathroom, flick on the light just enough to see. The basin is one of those wide porcelain things the designer had put—I fill it halfway with warm water,
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Chapter: CHAPTER FIFTY-FIVE: NO PLACE LEFT TO HIDEThe rain came down in cold, relentless sheets, drumming against the brim of the man’s soaked coat as he stood half-hidden in the mouth of the alley. He pulled the burner phone from his coat pocket, thumbed the only number saved in it, and pressed it to his ear.It rang twice.“Yeah?” The voice on the other end was low, gravelly, and already impatient.The man in the shadows swallowed once, licked rainwater off his lips. “Boss. It’s me.”“Talk.”“Felix is dead.”There was a beat of silence. Then something broke on the other side of the line—glass shattering against a wall, followed by a snarled curse.“How is he dead!?” the boss demanded.“Damien found him.”The boss exhaled through his teeth furiously. “Fuck, I shouldn't have underestimated him. Do you know what this means for us?”“I know, Boss.”“You don’t know shit.” The voice dropped lower, venomous. The man in the rain shifted his weight, water sluicing off the collar of his coat. “Listen to me carefully,” the boss said. “I wa
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Chapter: CHAPTER FIFTY-FOUR: WHERE NIGHTMARES LIVEHeaven’s POVI want to go home.The thought circles my mind like a broken record, repeating so often it’s worn thin.I don’t know where here is exactly—only that it’s quiet. I’ve been stuck here for weeks.At first, I thought I was just dreaming. But... this is no dream. It's more of a nightmare.I keep reliving the same cruel scene. Over and over again.>>>>>>>>The bathroom is cold.I’m sitting in the cubicle, my feet barely touching the floor, my hands are clenched so tightly in my lap that my nails bite into my skin. I can hear both of them clearly.“Did you see how ugly and thin she looked?”“She was always such a bitch. I always knew Damien would get bored of the poor slut.”Their laughter bounces off the tiled walls carelessly, like they’re not tearing someone apart with every syllable.I tell myself not to cry. I tell myself they’re wrong. I tell myself Damien loves me.But I know that's not true.My chest hurts, and my throat burns, and I can’t stop the tears from spilling
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Chapter: CHAPTER FIFTY-THREE: GOODBYEEden’s POVMommy’s hand feels warm today.That’s the first thing I notice when I slip my fingers into hers. It's not cold like before.I climb onto the chair, careful not to shake her bed. Dad always tells me to be careful, so I am. I swing my legs slowly and lean forward until my chin almost touches the mattress.Her chest goes up and down. Up. Down. Like she’s sleeping.“Daddy says you’re just resting,” I tell her quietly. “He says your brain needed a break. I think that sounds fair. Grown-ups never rest enough.”I squeeze her fingers gently.“If I was you, I’d sleep too.”The room smells funny. Like medicine. I’ll ask Dad if we can open the windows. Mommy would like fresh air. I lean closer, lowering my voice even though she can’t hear me.“I know you’re gonna be okay,” I say. “But,I miss you, mommy.”I brush my thumb over the back of her hand, copying the way Dad does it.“I told Dad not to be scared,” I whisper. Her face looks peaceful. “We'll wait for you to get better,” I te
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Chapter: CHAPTER FIFTY-TWO: ALWAYS THE RIGHT HANDDamien’s POVThe old warehouse seats at the edge of the docks. We fan out immediately.Silas taps twice against his helmet.“Thermal shows movement below us,” he murmurs. “Multiple heat signatures.”Bruno cracks his knuckles softly. “How many?”“Hard to say. Twenty. Maybe more.”I adjust my grip on my weapon, my eyes scanning the dark interior.“Entry on my mark,” I say quietly.Rhea’s lips curve faintly. “Sure, boss.”I lift my fist.Then drop it.And then we move in like smoke.The moment they notice us, shouting erupts immediately.“What the—!”“CONTACT—!”Gunfire explodes across the room. Muzzle flashes strobe against concrete pillars. Men scatter in different directions, boots skidding, bodies colliding.I move through the chaos, my mind eerily clear. One man lunges at me with a knife. I sidestep, and slam my elbow into his throat.He drops without a sound.Another raises his weapon—Bruno takes him out with a single brutal punch that sends the guy sprawling like a ragdoll.“GO—
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Chapter: CHAPTER FIFTY-ONE: ON THE OTHER SIDEDamien’s POVTHREE WEEKS LATEROur bedroom still smells like antiseptic.I wake in the chair beside the bed with a jolt, my spine is stiff and my neck is aching. The monitors are still humming steadily. Green lines rise and fall like they’ve done every minute for the last twenty-one days.But at least she’s still here.That thought alone makes my chest tighten because she could have died.I lean forward with my elbows on my knees. Her lashes rest against her cheeks, her lips are slightly parted, a faint bruise still shadowing her temple where the impact happened.I can't believe I almost lost her again.I reach out and take her hand. Atleast, it’s warmer now. Dr. Denver’s voice echoes in my head.Post-hypoxic coma. Hypoxic-ischemic brain injury. Her brain was deprived of oxygen.I brush my thumb over her knuckles. “You scared the hell out of me,” I murmur softly. “I know you’d probably roll your eyes if you could hear me saying that.”My lips twitch, but I can't make myself smile.“I
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