Second Thoughts After Divorce

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Rose’s POV

Being in a different pack, and seeing hundreds of new faces and smelling hundreds of new scents was overwhelming to say the least…

I had been so settled back at Ashtons pack that I had almost forgotten that there was still a whole world out with his own land- just waiting to be explored.

Although, perhaps too dangerous to explore at the moment with everything that’s going on!

“You good? You look a bit flushed?” Ashton questions me with a glance, moving around the large space that Alpha Marcus had offered us for the night.

“Y–Yeah it’s just weird being here… at a different pack… I admit, as he nods once seeming to understand my thoughts.

“We won’t be here for long don’t worry… and Marcus runs his pack very well, so you’re in safe hands. His members live under my laws and therefore it’s pretty much the same around here compared to back home. The only difference being his pack numbers are smaller and his warriors train different less Intense.” Ashton explains, as I watch him unpack his briefcase before sifting through some papers on the desk by the window.

The man always seems to be juggling a lot, but I would expect nothing less of an Alpha, I watch on as he seems to find what he’s looking for, before moving towards the phone, hammering down on the numbers to call someone

He places the device up to his car, before deciding to take a seat beside it, his eyes meeting mine as he offers me a small smirk which only causes for me to blush.

With that, his attention is captured by whoever is on the other end, as his tone perks up. “Ah yes! Damien? It’s Ashton Silver, how are you?” The call begins with the unknown man named Damien, as I take this as my chance to approach the tall bookshelf in the room that was leaning against the wall, filled completely to the brim with books.

loved to read… having attended some school up until the age of eight at my last pack… before I was kicked out and forced to work full time that was…

After that though, I made it a point to listen in on the English lessons each week, whether that be through offering to clean the corridor outside or sometimes, I would even sneak around in the vents if I had finished my chores carly enough to do so.

It was my guilty pleasure if you will… at least when I was smaller and could fit. I would steal books at my old pack regularly to read, only to return them whenever I was finished in replacement for another…

I was never caught for that, thankfully, and at the beginning it sometimes took me months to finish a story – before gradually, I began to recognise and learn the words a lot faster.

I often used the storyline or surrounding words to determine what other words meant, helping the sentences to make more sense.

The shipment was correct, however the price was wrong. You wanted forty thousand yes? However when I counted the stock, it was only valued at thirty.” Ashton continued to ramble down the line, as I tuned in and out of his conversation completely distracted by the stock of books before me.

Perhaps I could borrow one to read whilst I am here? I don’t think Ashton or Alpha Marcus would mind too much would they? Things are different

now…

With that thought, my fingers traced along the first row, reading the numerous titles to see which would jump out at me first.

I glanced at them all, my fingers gently trailing over the rows carefully. There were so many choices, and it felt like I was in a new world with endless stories to explore. The colorful spines and intriguing titles drew my attention.

of the Enchanted

particular book calight my rye. Its cover depicted a lush, mystical forest with a hint of magic in the air. The title read Whispers of

I turned it over, to read its description, learning thut the story was about a mystical world of witches and warlocks – following a young girl who is caught up in it all – deciding between the evil and the pure in order to stay alive.

i gently separated it, allowing myself to read the first few sentences.

Ashton’s voice continued to fill the room as he discussed pack matters with someone named Damien in the background.

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For a moment, I became engrossed in the beginning of the magical tale, as the forest beckoned me with promises of adventure and wonder.

It was an escape from the anxiety surrounding me from being in a different pack, and I welcomed the distraction with open arms.

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My fingers tightened around the book, making a silent promise to myself that I would return it as soon as I’d read it, as I smiled at the idea of finishing yet another story that I currently had no idea of where it would lead!

A warm feeling washed over me as I imagined immersing myself in the book. I was grateful for this room with a book shelf, providing a small sanctuary, a place of peace and refuge amidst the chaos and danger we hunted down.

When I finally closed the book over, having now finished the first page. I noticed Ashton ending his call, as our eyes met.

He glances at the closed book in my hands, and was instantly made aware of my newfound treasure and my anticipation and hope of reading it. His growing smile was understanding, a silent acknowledgment that he supported my choice.

“Can 17” I test the idea aloud, as Ashton nods instantly.

“Don’t have to ask permission to read a dusty ass hook princess… you can do what you want! Ashton chuckles, as my eyes grow wide,

He really doesn’t care… unlike my old pack… I have the freedom to read as often as 1 like? It was as though I had just had a wish granted by a genie

himself!

“Thank you! This is the best day!” I celebrate the small victory, as Ashton squints at my excitement.

“I’m guessing you enjoy reading? You should have said something sooner!” Ashton states, as I turn to admire the others on the shelf

“I have a full private library back at the pack you know? It’s a pretty big hall filled up with books? I would have shown you sooner if I would have known That you enjoyed reading so much… I just thought that…” Ashton trails off suddenly, gaining my attention as I turn back to face him.

“That I couldn’t read too well? It’s ok, I get it. I would assume that too alter meeting me for the first time… I laugh dryly, 25 Ashton offers me a sorrowful look.

“I tried to teach myself as much as I could when I was younger and even snuck in to the English lessons as often as I could without my old pack knowing… I loved stories… it was always my only escape from reality.” I admit, my voice growing quiet

“Well that took courage Rose, to read and to teach yourself like that when your pack were against it. I’m impressed My eyes widen at Ashtons compliment, seeing him smile and his eyes sparkle with truth.

He thought that was brave? Oh…

“When we get home, you can read as many books from my library as you’d like. He concludes, causing my eyes to light up and my smile to spread from

ear to ear.

I squeal at the idea, jumping around a little, as he chuckles at me and shakes his head.

“I’m going to grab a shower before we go out on a search for Nathan tonight. You can get comfortable in here and enjoy your book. Dinner will be brought up shortly too.” Ashton explains, moving across the room towards me, before placing a gentle k*ss on my forehead.

“Ok” I confirm my understanding of the plan, before his thumb reaches up to stroke my c*eek gently.

His eyes scan my features, before I feel his thumb trail down my ch*ek – meeting my lips. He pulls at my bottom lip softly, dragging his thunsh down before releasing it when he gets to my chin. He continues to trace un imaginary line further, following down my neck before reaching over to his mark on my collar….

I remained stilj, staring in to his captivating green eyes, completely and fully under his spell with a simple touch.

tra trally are beautiful, you know that don’t you?” He mumbles, his voice low and intimate for only me to hear.

My decks heat slightly from the compliment, as I instantly shake my head at his words showing my disagreement with the statement.

With that, I earn a growl froen him, but not a threatening aggressive one move so a growl of disapproval.

Ever since I saw you, Handing düvering beefour nie in those awful tugs, I knew. He admits, as I grow a little embarrassed at the Thusight of

Thinking back to then now, it was like a totally different girl standing there… broken, hurt, hungry and deprived of any life.

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Now, I felt almost overindulged. I felt that I had been blessed with more than enough happiness in this short few weeks to last me a lifetime…

“You knew?” I whisper my question, feeling his gentle thumb strokes continuing against the mark on my neck – sending jolts of electricity through me.

The sensation was a constant reminder that he was in fact my mate now…

“I knew that you were sent to me, to be mine for the rest of my life. An angel sent to make up for the heartache I had endured so young… you were my final chance at happiness Rose.” Ashton’s words cut through me like a stab from cupids arrow himself.

I struggle to find the right words, opening and closing my mouth, as my eyes well up a little with fresh tears.

He watches me carefully, offering me a toothy smile, as I smile back shyly – completely last for words at his admission.

Little did he know, that this man… was my true saviour.

Ashton leans forward, his forehead resting against mine, as I clutch my book to my abdomen, thinking that it might help to ease my racing heart.

“Mine!” He states firmly, tone sharp yet harmless – sending a flurry of heat throughout me.

“Yours.” I find myself

elf confirming, earning a satisfied hum

from the man before me.

With that, his hand finds my face yet again, tilting my head upwards to enclose me in a passionate k*ss which I stand to my

tip to

toes to return..

It lasts moments, us both enjoying the sweetness of the moment, before I disconnect from him – feeling my legs get achy in an attempt of meeting his height for so long…

“Better go shower Alpha!” I giggle, seeing his eyes narrow playfully,

“Don’t tease me baby or I might have to take you right here against

it this wall…” He shoots back, as my eyes widen and I gasp at the thought.

“Enjoy your book… but the next time that I get you alone, you won’t be so lucky!” He chuckles, before turning to gather his stuff to shower with from his duffel bag – leaving me completely flustered and hot.

With Ashton heading in to the bathroom, leaving the door slightly ajar, as I hear the water switch on – I glance down at the book in my hands.

I smile widely, before I shuffle my way over to the bed, excited to dive in to it.

I open to the second page, allowing the words of the story to carry me away, with the room around me fading into the background.

I was in a different world, a world where anything was possible, and I cherished this brief moment of relaxation before the challenges of our mission could fully come in to play..

Nathan was still out there, along with his cousins, and I owed it to my friend to bring him to justice! I knew that Ashton has things under control, and with hope, he will have them outed by morning tomorrow!

If there’s anybody that can find them….then it’s him!

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