LOGINAfter a long night of gusting and catching up, the three girls had finally fallen asleep together in Aurelia’s new room at the Brooks mansion. The massive bed was big enough for all of them, and they had talked and laughed until exhaustion claimed them. The room was quiet now, the soft morning light filtering through the elegant white curtains and casting a gentle glow over everything.Aurelia woke up first, blinking slowly as she adjusted to the brightness. She noticed Aria wasn’t on the bed anymore, but Mira was still fast asleep beside her, her hair spread across the pillow. Aurelia stretched her arms, feeling the softness of the luxurious sheets against her skin. There was a knock on the door a few minutes later, and Aria walked in, already dressed up for work in a sharp, professional outfit that made her look confident and put-together.Aria bent down to peck Aurelia on the cheek. “I have a meeting to attend. I will come pick you up later at Ronan’s place so we can explore and ru
After checking out the room, Aurelia and Aria made their way back down to the party. The grand hall was still buzzing with energy, the music lively and the guests chatting in small groups. Mira spotted them from across the room and quickly joined them at a quiet corner near one of the large windows. The three girls settled into comfortable seats, glasses of wine in hand as they began to talk about many things, from childhood stories to favorite foods and the little quirks that made them who they were.“Are you and Ronan dating?” Aria asked Aurelia directly, her eyes sparkling with curiosity as she sipped her wine.“Mmh, I don’t know what we are yet,” Aurelia replied, her cheeks warming slightly as she glanced toward where Ronan stood.“Don’t mind her,” Mira teased, leaning in with a playful grin. “They have been a thing since she came back to New York, and she’s head over heels for him but she refuses to admit it.”Aria laughed softly, covering her mouth with her hand. “Do you want me
Soon Mira and Aurelia joined the others outside. The group climbed into the waiting cars, the engines humming to life as they pulled out of the mansion driveway. The drive to the Brooks mansion was filled with a mix of anticipation and quiet conversation. Aurelia sat beside Mira in the back seat, her hands fidgeting in her lap as she stared out the window. Ronan and Kai followed in the car behind them, their presence a steady reminder of everything that had happened.When they reached the Brooks mansion, the entire estate was alive with energy. Music blasted from hidden speakers, the bass vibrating through the air as people danced on the illuminated grounds and inside the grand hall. Lights twinkled along the pathways, and the red carpet from the previous night had been replaced with elegant decorations for this more intimate yet grand welcome. The step out of the car felt surreal, the cool night air carrying the scent of flowers and expensive perfume.“How were they able to gather th
The night air was cool and still around the hidden path leading to the pack gate. Mara stood hidden behind a thick cluster of bushes, her body pressed low to the ground as she watched the scene unfold in front of her. The moonlight filtered through the leaves, casting faint shadows on her face, which was twisted with jealousy. Her eyes burned as she saw Ronan lift Aurelia onto the car bumper, his hands tracing her body with a mix of want and care that Mara had never received from him. The way he kissed her, the way his fingers moved under her clothes, the soft moans that carried on the breeze, it all twisted like a knife in Mara’s gut.“The gut to follow him here,” she muttered under her breath, her fists clenching so tightly her nails dug into her palms. Anger fumed inside her, hot and bitter, as she watched Ronan arrange Aurelia’s clothes and help her back into the car. The vehicle pulled away, disappearing down the long path, leaving Mara alone in the darkness.She stepped out from
There was a knock on the hospital room door, interrupting the charged moment between Ronan and Aurelia. Aurelia quickly arranged her clothes, pulling her top back into place with trembling fingers. The door was pushed open before either of them could respond. Marcellus entered first, his face filled with a mix of worry and relief, with Aria following closely behind him. The room suddenly felt smaller with their presence.“My Aurelia,” Marcellus called out softly as he walked straight to where she was standing near the bed. His voice cracked with emotion. “I’m so sorry you have to pass through all that and also lose your memory in the process.” He stopped a few feet away, looking broken, unsure whether to reach out or give her space. “I’m sorry I wasn’t there to protect you, my little girl.”Ronan sat on the edge of the bed, watching the father and daughter moment in silence, his expression unreadable but his eyes never leaving Aurelia. Tears filled Aurelia’s eyes as she tried to hold
Mira stood protectively in front of Aurelia, her body positioned like a shield between her best friend and Ronan. Her arms were crossed tightly over her chest, her eyes blazing with defiance despite the fear flickering underneath. “Stay away from her,” Mira said, her voice firm and unwavering as she glared at Ronan.Kai stepped forward, his brow furrowed in confusion. “Baby, what’s the problem here?” he asked, trying to understand the sudden wall of protection Mira had thrown up against Ronan. He reached out a hand toward her, but Mira didn’t budge.“Take him out of here else I will scream and attract other people outside,” Mira told Kai, her gaze never leaving Ronan. She pointed a finger at him, her voice rising with every word. “And you too, don’t tell me you have been with him all these years yet you don’t know a thing about him.”Ronan ignored all her ranting. He walked slowly toward Aurelia, his steps measured and deliberate, his dark eyes locked on her face. The hospital room fe
The night air was cool and heavy as Selene and Mara left the hotel suite. The two women moved quickly through the dimly lit hallway, their footsteps echoing softly against the tiled floor. Selene had changed into a dark jacket and jeans, her face set in a mask of cold determination. Mara walked bes
In a quiet corner booth by the large window of an upscale restaurant on the outskirts of the city, Mara sat with her face partially hidden under a black cap. The afternoon sun filtered through the glass, casting a soft glow on the table between them. She sipped her iced drink slowly, her eyes sharp
The private study on the second floor of the Brooks mansion was quiet except for the soft ticking of an antique clock on the mantelpiece. Aria sat opposite her father, legs crossed elegantly in her silver gown. Marcellus Brooks leaned forward in his leather chair, elbows resting on his knees, his d
The heavy wooden door to Ronan’s bedroom creaked open without a knock. Mara stepped inside, her hips swaying with deliberate seduction as she closed the door behind her with a soft click. She wore a tight black dress that clung to her curves, her dark hair cascading over one shoulder. The room was







