LOGINZARAMy phone was handed back to me, and I realized they had turned it off. I turned it back on, only to see several notifications popping in. I quickly dialled Xavier’s number and he answered on the first ring. “Zara,” he called, sounding breathless. “Where are you? Did they hurt you? I will find you. I promise. I am already arranging…”“I am safe,” I interrupted him with an exhale. “Where are you right now? There's something i have to tell you. ”“I’m at the hospital, but—”I cut him off. “Okay. Wait for me. I’m coming.”With that, I ended the callI needed to see Grandpa at the hospital anyway and ask him to explain everything I had just learnt. Derick's men drove me back to the hospital in complete silence. None of them spoke a single word throughout the journey, and I didn't either. My mind was too occupied trying to process everything Derick had told me. As the Mustang pulled into the hospital parking lot, I immediately spotted Xavier pacing outside the main entrance. The
XAVIER“Alpha. She has been kidnapped,” Ghost said over the phone when he called me.I had been in my office working, but I abandoned everything, leaped to my feet, and rushed out of the tower. I didn't care about driving rules, breaking every traffic law as I sped toward the hospital where Ghost said Zara had been kidnapped.“How did it happen?” I growled at the top of my lungs. “Tell me. How did it fucking happen?”“I had just exited the hospital and we were heading to the car when a Mustang stopped in front of us. Masked men jumped out. I tried to protect her, but they overpowered me,” Ghost said in a panicked tone. “I swear everything happened too fast.”“Are you saying that you failed at your job? You couldn't fucking do the one thing you were paid for. You're fired!” I roared as I rushed into the hospital, hurrying toward the control room.“The surveillance footage outside the building. Now!” I barked at the CCTV operators.They immediately got to work, pulling up the surveilla
ZARAI turned over, feeling the soft bedding against my skin. How did I get into bed? The last thing I remembered was being on the couch with Xavier while I listened to his steady, soothing breathing. Sometime during the night, I must have drifted off.Opening my eyes, I realized it was already morning, and Xavier wasn't in bed beside me. It didn't even look like he had slept there at all. Had he already resumed work after drinking alcohol last night? Knowing him, that wouldn't be surprising. The man practically lived for work, but after everything that had happened, I had expected him to at least get some rest.I slowly got out of bed, stretched my stiff muscles, and headed into the bathroom to relieve myself before splashing cold water over my face. The cool sensation helped wake me up, though my mind remained occupied with thoughts of Xavier. He had looked so vulnerable the previous night, a side of him I had never imagined existed.After brushing my teeth, I left the room in searc
XAVIERZara eventually fell asleep in my arms after holding me for a long time.How was I supposed to explain that she was the source of my misery? Whenever it came to her, I always acted out of character, doing everything in my power to protect her. I was starting to care far more deeply than I should, and I was beginning to hate it.How could I not?She looked so beautiful.My gaze settled on her soft, kissable lips as she shifted slightly in her sleep, still nestled comfortably against me. A smile found its way onto my lips before I could stop it. She looked unbelievably adorable when she slept, completely unaware of the chaos she stirred inside me.Zara Ashbourne was going to be the end of me.She was also the biggest mystery I had ever tried to unravel.As I continued staring at her peaceful face, my thoughts drifted back to the investigation.Was she truly a healer?After paying an outrageous amount for an extensive investigation, my research team had finally uncovered the origi
ZARA“Mia. Adrian. Really?” I asked as I took the chair opposite her, fixing her with a scrutinizing stare.“Uhm...” She scratched the back of her neck while deliberately avoiding eye contact with me. “I mean... he isn’t that bad, is he?”“He is bad!” I exclaimed, grimacing at the mere thought of Mia and Adrian being together.The image of what I had accidentally seen in Adrian’s room flashed through my mind, and my cheeks immediately warmed.“Why is he bad? What exactly makes him bad?” she asked, leaning forward and resting her elbows on the table.“I’m supposed to be the one asking the questions, not you,” I shot back.“I think neither of us should question anything. Just let it go. Please.” She leaned back in her chair and folded her arms across her chest. “Besides, what’s up with you? Why did you suddenly call me out for an ice cream date?”“Girl, do you know what happened at Luna Bella’s mansion during the family dinner?” I asked.“You went to a family dinner? With Xavier?” Her e
ZARAXavier didn’t release my hand until we got to the car. He didn’t say anything to me as he opened the car door, holding it open for me to enter.I didn’t say anything either before getting in. He walked around, got into the car, and turned on the ignition, pulling onto the road.The car ride back to the penthouse was silent. He still looked visibly angry.We got to the penthouse and met Adrian seated on the couch in the living room.He looked at us in shock as we walked inside.“I thought those dinners usually took ages. Why are you back already...” He trailed off when he noticed Xavier’s mood. “Shit,” he groaned.Anyway, Xavier didn’t even spare him a glance as he ascended the staircase.I followed behind him, and the moment we entered the room and closed the door behind us, he grabbed my throat and pressed my back against the door, smashing his lips onto mine.He kissed me hungrily, as though his life depended on it.I reciprocated with the same intensity, gliding my tongue acro
XAVIERZara Ashbourne will not be the ruin of me.Her beautiful hazel-brown eyes. Her perfect, heart-shaped lips. Her brown hair, as lush as silk. Everything about her just made sense. Thoughts of her were always ingrained in my head, taking up a huge part of my day.I was fucking attracted to her,
ZARA"I thought I was dreaming when I caught a whiff of your scent outside your nephew's place," Alpha Daxon continued as he approached the car.Xavier got out, leaving the car door open. I remained inside."Long time no see, Father," Xavier muttered contemptuously.The energy between the two of th
ZARAMia sat in the back seat while Xavier and I sat in the front.“And what would you like to include in the contract?” Xavier asked as he started the car. His jaw still ticked with rage, and I could tell he was trying so hard to control himself.“Oh, your recklessness,” I muttered.He raised a br
ZARAAfter the call ended, I turned around to see Mia sprawled on the floor, with Ryan storming toward me.I took a few steps backward. “Uncle Xavier has a message for you. He said...”“I don't care what Uncle Xavier said. He has no right meddling in my business. He has been away for so long, and h







