MasukNicolai’s POVThe private lounge overlooking Singapore's skyline was filled with the scent of aged whiskey, polished leather, and quiet authority. Business leaders and Alphas occupied the room in small groups, their conversations hushed beneath the soft music drifting through the lounge.My attention, however, remained fixed on the man who had been watching Ophelia and me since we arrived.He stood near the window with the stillness of a seasoned predator. Most would have mistaken him for another guest enjoying the evening, but Alex had noticed him long before I did. My wolf remained alert beneath the surface, watching every movement, every shift in his scent.I closed the distance between us until only a few feet separated us."You've been watching my Luna and me since we arrived. I dislike unanswered questions. Tell me who you are before I decide you're a threat to Stormridge.”He smiled, but it wasn't a nice smile at all."Lucien Voss," he replied evenly. "Alpha of the Ashenfang P
Ophelia's POV"Are you ready?"I looked up from the sofa as Nicolai stepped out of the bedroom dressed in a charcoal gray coat over a black shirt. He looked every bit the powerful Alpha Stormridge respected, yet away from his warriors, the quiet strength beneath his authority became easier to see."I've been ready for almost ten minutes," I replied with a small smile.One corner of his lips lifted. "I should apologize.""You should."He raised an eyebrow. "So my Luna is already scolding me after only two days of marriage?"A laugh escaped my lips before I could stop it."I wouldn't dare.""But you just did." His eyes held quiet amusement. The sight only made me blink. He smiled so rarely that every one of them felt genuine.He walked toward me and held out his hand."Come. I want to show you something before we leave Singapore."I slipped my hand into his, his fingers closed around mine naturally as though they already belonged together. Our security team followed at a respectful dist
Third Person POVThe emergency message Elias had sent reached Alpha Nicolai just as he and Ophelia were about to leave the rooftop garden. After informing his Alpha about the urgent development he had found out, Elias received permission to return to Stormridge immediately. So he boarded the earliest private flight home without delay. Shortly after landing, another urgent call led him to an abandoned warehouse on the outskirts of Stormridge. The missing hotel employee had finally been found alive, but barely."Clear the perimeter," Elias ordered as he climbed from the lead vehicle.While three black SUVs stopped outside the warehouse. Before the engines fell silent, Elite Warriors had already secured the perimeter, just as Elias commanded."No one goes in or out without my permission.""Yes, Beta."The warriors spread out immediately, while Elias adjusted his gloves before walking toward the warehouse with Commander Conan at his side.As soon as Elias entered the building, his wolf c
Nicolai's POVThe final presentation faded from the screen, leaving the conference room in thoughtful silence. One by one, the investors closed their reports before looking toward me."Congratulations, Alpha Ashbourne. Every proposal exceeded our expectations.""Ashbourne Holdings continues to outperform every projection.""More importantly," another investor added, "Stormridge remains one of the most stable Alpha territories in the region. That level of leadership is rare."I inclined my head."None of this would have been possible without the people who stand beside me."Within minutes, the final contracts had been signed, as another expansion was secured.Sophia, my executive assistant, quietly placed the final documents in front of me."Everything’s ready, Alpha."I signed the last page and slid it across the polished table. One by one, the investors added their signatures. When the final one was done, the room broke into warm applause."Congratulations. It’s been a pleasure worki
Ophelia's POV"I'll be back before dinner."I looked up as Nicolai adjusted the cuff of his suit while standing in front of the bedroom mirror."You don't have to wait for me if the meeting takes longer than expected."A small smile crossed my face. "I'll wait anyway."For the first time that morning, a faint smile appeared on his face."I thought you might say that." He picked up his coat and walked over to where I was standing. "I've assigned two Elite Warriors to stay with you while I'm gone. If you need anything, call me immediately."For a moment, neither of us spoke. We simply looked at each other. Then he reached out and gently smoothed a small crease from the sleeve of my dress."I'll see you soon, Ophelia."With one last look at me, he turned and left the suite, as the door closed softly behind him.The suite felt strangely quiet after he left.A gentle knock sounded at the door distracting my thoughts."Luna?"I walked over and opened it to see two young women standing outsi
Morris's POVThe crystal glass flew across the office and exploded against the wall, as my wolf slammed against the walls of my mind, his furious growls drowning out every rational thought.The scent of my own anger filled the room as shards of glass scattered across the polished floor.Every time I closed my eyes, I saw the same image. Ophelia standing beside Nicolai in that white dress.Smiling. Looking at him the way she used to look at me. The memory tore through me like claws.The entire pack had bowed before her.The Council had acknowledged her.Even the neighboring Alphas had welcomed her as Stormridge's Luna.None of it made sense.She always came back, no matter how badly I treated her. No matter how many promises I broke, she always forgave me.So why had she finally stopped?The office door suddenly opened without waiting for permission, and Morgana stepped inside.Her eyes swept across the broken glass before settling on me. "Have you finished destroying the room?” she s







