Escaping the Alpha's Clutches

Nyla's POV:

I opened my eyes in horror and abruptly sat up in bed.

Layers of sweat broke out on my forehead, and I panted heavily.

It was that damn dream again. I had another nightmare.

My head ached, so I rubbed my temples for a while. Then I raised my head and looked at the clock on the wall. My eyes instantly opened wide.

Damn! It was already ten o'clock! How could I oversleep?

My heart was in a panic. I took a deep breath to calm myself down.

We, Omegas, had to wake up before the sun rose from the horizon to start serving our masters. I was already very late.

I was nervous. Sure enough, I would be scolded again today.

I didn't waste any more time. I rushed to the bathroom to wash up. While splashing cold water on my face to sober up, I couldn't help blaming myself.

What was going on with me? Recently, I felt something was wrong with me.

I always felt sleepy. If only I could, I would sleep all day. And not only that. I also had a strange appetite. I ate much more than I used to.

I stood in front of the mirror and looked at my reflection. I patted my pale face hard.

Get yourself together, Nyla Higgins! I murmured to myself. "That nightmare is over. Don't think about it anymore. Focus on your goal. Remember, your mother is still lying in the hospital bed. You have to work hard to pay for her medical expenses."

After talking to myself, I took a deep breath, pulled myself together, and rushed to the kitchen. Before I could even stand still, I was scolded, "Nyla, you are late again! What do you think of yourself? Just because you slept with your master, don't think you have already become somebody. An Omega will always be an Omega. Don't be delusional. Hurry! Entertain the guests now!"

I felt embarrassed, but I didn't dare to talk back. I nodded and said, "Yes, I'll go right away."

I was instructed to serve food to the dining room, so I prepared the dishes and pushed the food trolley out.

On my way, I heard many werewolves around talking about me.

Isn't she the Omega who slept with Killian at the succession banquet?

Yes, that's her. Alpha Robbin was really furious. It was all her fault. She ruined the banquet and made Killian lose the opportunity to inherit the throne of the Alpha.

I heard that she is also a loser without a wolf. Killian will never like her. I really don't know why she can still stay.

I walked past them quickly, pretending I didn't hear anything.

Because I didn't have a wolf, those werewolves thought I was weak and different. So, over the years, I heard all kinds of insults from them. It still hurt me, but I just put up with it. However, they made things more difficult for me after what happened at the succession banquet.

Today was no different. As usual, I tried my best to suppress the bitterness in my heart. I focused on my work, wanting to finish it as soon as possible.

At this moment, a strong smell of smoke suddenly penetrated my nostrils. Then an indescribable electric current exploded in my brain.

My waist softened, and I found it difficult to breathe. I gasped for air. My legs went so weak that I couldn't even stand steadily.

This was not my first time feeling this, so I was very familiar with it. I couldn't help but shiver.

I instinctively looked up and saw a tall and handsome werewolf walking toward me.

As I expected, it was Killian Cohen, one of the sons of the Alpha of the Black Moon Pack. Also, he was the man I slept with that night.

My grip on the food trolley tightened. Unconsciously, those nightmares, memories, and all kinds of terrible scenes flashed in my mind.

That night, I cried and begged over and over again. But Killian turned a deaf ear to me. He still tore off my clothes ruthlessly.

He left a lot of hickeys and bite marks on my skin, especially on my chest. He covered my entire body with his marks while constantly thrusting hard inside me. It was such a terrible experience.

All my life, I would never forget the pain and pleasure he brought me that night.

Nyla Higgins, what are you doing here? How dare you show up in front of me!

Killian's cold voice snapped me back to reality. He was now standing in front of me with a darkened face. "Do you really expect you can be my Luna after you slept with me?"

I didn't... I was at a loss for words. Shock and confusion mixed up in my heart. I subconsciously stepped back.

He warned harshly, "Don't you ever think you can be my Luna. Don't even dare dream about it. I won't fall for your trap. I've already seen a lot of greedy women like you."

I was even more confused. What was he talking about?

I desperately wanted to stay away from him. If possible, I didn't want our paths to cross again.

How dare he accuse me of seducing him! Why couldn't he accept the fact that he raped me that night? Why did he pin the blame on me?

I was so angry that my body trembled. But when I saw his icy face, I couldn't help feeling a little aggrieved.

How could he say such things to me?

I was very aware that I was an Omega, and he was my master. But it didn't change the fact that we were mates.

Nyla's POV:

While we were having sex that night, our mate bond was very strong. I didn't believe Killian didn't sense it.

I knew he was playing dumb.

That was because, in his eyes, I was just a mere Omega, and I didn't have a wolf. For him, I was not worthy of him at all.

After all, everyone knew that he was the most powerful werewolf in the history of the Black Moon Pack. And he would soon inherit the throne of the Alpha.

When I saw the disdainful look on Killian's face, I took a deep breath to suppress the anger in my heart. But still, I couldn't help retorting, "You are overthinking. Don't worry. I don't want to be your Luna. Not ever! And don't be too confident. Your position as the next Alpha is not guaranteed yet."

Killian froze for a moment. Obviously, he didn't expect me to talk back to him. When he came back to his senses, he snapped, "What did you say?"

I was also stunned. It was already too late when I realized what I had done. For the first time in my life, I stood up to Killian.

If there was one person I feared the most in the entire pack, it was him. I could never raise my head in front of him. In fact, I always took a detour when I saw him.

But today, I had said so many rebellious words to him. This was very unexpected.

Now I realized what a terrible thing I had just done.

The man in front of me was Killian Cohen.

He was the most powerful werewolf and the future Alpha of the Black Moon Pack.

How dare I refute him! I must be out of my mind.

Killian's expression looked terrible now. Looking at him made my heart tremble.

I was afraid that he would tear me apart. So, before he could react, I stepped back and quickly ran away without even saying goodbye to him.

Fortunately, he didn't stop me. He didn't catch up with me, either. I breathed a sigh of relief.

But I was still in a panic. I pushed the food trolley to the dining room with lingering fear. At this time, all the guests and the Cohen family members were already seated. Killian was also in his seat. He even arrived ahead of me.

Guilt surged in me, so I immediately lowered my head. I didn't dare to look at him.

What if Killian retaliated?

My heartbeat was abnormally fast, but I tried my best to calm down. Then I started to respectfully serve the food.

Robbin's sharp gaze made me feel a lump in my throat. I wanted to escape the dining room as soon as possible.

I was lost in thought when a big hand suddenly scooped my butt and pinched it hard.

Ahhh!

I reflexively screamed and hastily backed away.

The noise I created made everyone turn their eyes on me.

What is wrong with you? Killian asked with a frown.

I swallowed hard to suppress the shame and anger in my heart. Then I raised my trembling hand and pointed at the bald werewolf. "He... He touched my butt."

The bald werewolf didn't get angry with my accusation. Instead, he smiled playfully and pointed at me. "Of course not. You're slandering me."

My eyes widened in disbelief. This bald werewolf molested me in front of so many people. How could he accuse me of slandering him?

I touched you? Did anyone see it?

As he spoke, he looked around blatantly.

The werewolves at the dining table all shook their heads. Some even started pointing at me.

Isn't she the Omega who seduced Killian?

Yes, that's her. Since Killian has been ignoring her after that day, she is now trying to seduce someone else.

Their words made me angry and anxious at the same time. "No, he is lying."

I felt helpless. I wanted to argue, but no one was willing to listen to me.

I was so angry that I almost burst into tears. I couldn't help looking at Killian, hoping he could somehow say something for me.

After all, he was my mate.

Besides, only he knew the truth about that night. I never seduced him. He was the one who forced me first.

However, Killian didn't even look at me. Obviously, he didn't want to say anything either. It was as if he acquiesced in them.

The discussion at the dining table became even louder. The bald werewolf who molested me smiled at me obscenely. I could almost imagine what would happen if this matter continued.

My heart sank to the bottom. I fell into an abyss of despair.

After the succession banquet, everyone was convinced that I was a seductress. I was someone who would do anything for money and power. So, if this happened to me again in the future, no one would definitely help me.

At this moment, my heart ached so much that I found it hard to breathe. The air around the dining room seemed suffocating.

Suddenly, the voices around me became distant. And their faces gradually became blurry.

Everything around me began to spin. Then my knees went weak, and I collapsed to the floor. But before the surroundings turned dark, I seemed to see Killian run toward me worriedly.

It seemed my mind was really in a mess. How could I have such an outrageous hallucination?

Nyla's POV:

When I opened my eyes, the sky was already dark outside. I looked around and found that I was lying in my own room. It was very quiet.

I had no idea who took me back to my room. Maybe a kind werewolf had mercy on me.

Although my room was narrow, it gave me an inexplicable sense of security.

When I passed out, I thought Killian would take the opportunity to retaliate against me. But I didn't feel anything strange in my body. It seemed he didn't do anything. Somehow, I was relieved.

Maybe my night would pass peacefully, and I was safe.

But I could no longer go back to sleep. With my eyes wide open, I stared blankly at the ceiling. A myriad of thoughts crowded into my mind.

Every werewolf in the pack house now despised me. Everywhere I went, they would criticize me.

Despite all this, I had to stay here. My mother was still in the hospital, and I needed money for her medical expenses. I had no one to rely on to help me pay.

So, I cheered myself up. I told myself that those were just harsh words. They should not affect me. I had been through a lot all these years. What else couldn't I endure?

I lay in the bed with an uneasy heart. No matter how much I motivated myself, my situation still made me feel weak.

Finally, I felt sleepy again. But when I was dozing off, the door was suddenly kicked open.

Then Alyssa Ortiz broke in, followed by several werewolves.

Alyssa was the only daughter of the Beta of the Black Moon Pack. Everyone in the pack believed she was the perfect match for Killian.

I couldn't help frowning, wondering why she suddenly came.

I sat up and looked at them in confusion.

But before I could react, she pointed at me and ordered, "Catch this bitch!"

As soon as she said this, the werewolves behind her immediately rushed in and besieged me.

What do you want? Let me go!

I was so scared that I struggled desperately. When Alyssa saw me like this, she laughed ferociously.

She looked at me contemptuously and announced, "The Alpha has given an order. You and your mother must be kicked out of the Black Moon Pack now. So, get out of here!"

Alyssa's words shocked me. How could they drive my mother and me out of the pack?

The news was like a bolt from the blue. I was so stunned that I froze for a while. My mind went blank for a moment. It took me a long time to come back to my senses.

But why? I didn't do anything wrong.

Was it because of those gossips and false rumors?

But it was not my fault. Why would they pin the blame on me?

A sarcastic smile appeared on Alyssa's face. Then she said resentfully, "Don't think you can escape the punishment by pretending to be sick. We investigated and found that you were responsible for the drinks during the banquet. That night, Killian lost control of himself and left the banquet after drinking the wine served to him. You seduced him."

As she spoke, she glared at me. The hatred in her eyes was like a sharp knife stabbing me. "You planned all this just to sleep with him. What you did is considered a serious crime. So get out of here before I let these werewolves drag you out."

What did she say? Something was wrong with Killian's wine?

How could it be?

But... I didn't do anything. I am innocent, I shouted, defending myself. Tears already streamed down my face like a waterfall. I felt so aggrieved. "It was Killian who forced me. I didn't frame him. If you want, take me to him. Let's ask him the truth..."

Before I could finish my words, Alyssa suddenly grabbed my hair hard.

I felt like my scalp was tearing apart. It was so painful. I had no choice but to raise my head to look at her.

Alyssa looked more ferocious now. She leaned over and whispered in my ear, "Shut up, you bitch! You only deserve this. How dare you take my man away from me." Her voice sounded like a demon. "Don't think about seeing Killian. It will never happen. He doesn't want to see you ever again. In fact, it's him who wants to drive you away."

I was dumbfounded for a moment. Was it true that Killian wanted to drive me away?

Was this his revenge? How could I overcome his retaliation?

For a moment, I felt like I had lost all my strength. The werewolves directly dragged me to the door and threw me out like garbage.

Ouch!

I screamed when I fell to the ground hard. My palm was scratched, and I felt a sharp pain.

No, I couldn't let this happen. They couldn't drive us out like this.

My mother was critically ill, so she had to stay in the hospital. If she became a rogue, she would die.

If Killian wanted to drive me away, I would beg him.

I struggled to get up from the ground and limped away to find Killian.

At this moment, a car drove out of the gate of the Cohen family's residence.

I recognized it was Killian's car.

My eyes lit up at once. Regardless of anything, I rushed to stop the car.

The driver didn't slow down at all. I was scared, but I was determined not to retreat. I closed my eyes in fear and waited for the car to hit my body.