An Enemy Called Mate

XANDER

“Soon, we will have our revenge. No need to worry,” Maz spoke in a soothing tone, but I was not comforted by his words.

I could not get my mind off Rose, and who needs a wolf’s advice, when I’m worried about my loved ones?

I need answers instead. I will have my revenge afterward, and nothing can stand in my way.

Suddenly, the smell of ashes hit my nostrils, causing me to recall more and more of those dreadful moments. It was like a nightmare I couldn’t wake up from.

At that time, I could not control my emotions, and I did it.

My bloody hands…

My ear rang at a sudden noise as the smell of ashes and an eggy odor mingled with my breath. At first, I thought it was from my memories, but now, I don’t think it is.

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I raised my nose, sniffing the air, and my wolf’s senses kicked in. “Fire! Something is burning!”

My mind raced as I tried to figure out what was happening. I could feel the heat of the flames, even from where I stood.

I rushed out of my room and headed towards the source of the awful smell.

Also, I mind-linked the Omegas, noting that my wolf alert was right about the burning smell in my mansion.

As soon as I reached the source of the smell, the kitchen, I stopped in my tracks. I looked up, gazing at the black thick fog that moved out of the kitchen.

The fog was so thick and heavy from the view, and walking into the kitchen wouldn’t be the right option. I don’t think anyone can see inside the kitchen with that thick fog.

I heard the sound of footsteps, and I turned to see one of the Omegas approaching with a fire extinguisher. With a quick flick of his wrist, the Omega activated the fire extinguisher and began to sweep the nozzle back and forth.

The other Omegas joined in, and within minutes, the thick smoke began to clear. As it did, the kitchen came into view, and I caught a glimpse of what was inside the kitchen.

The sight made my heart sink.

From the clean, sparkling kitchen I had, it became a kitchen with blackened walls. The kitchen cabinets became warped. Even the cooker was covered in soot, and the pot on the burner had turned from shiny silver to a charred black.

A few of the Omegas entered the kitchen, their fire extinguishers in their arms. They swept the nozzle of the extinguisher on the pot.

Bang!

I jumped at the sound of the explosion, my hands flying up to cover my ears. A second later, the room was silent, and I looked up to see the source of the noise.

The blackened pot had exploded, sending shards of metal and ceramic flying across the kitchen.

Trying to calm my nerves and the anger that threatened to take control of my actions, I inhaled and exhaled repeatedly. My anger was filled, but my wolf wouldn’t give in. This mansion was a part of my hard-earned money, and whoever caused this mess will pay!

The Omegas had managed to put out the fire, and I turned to the Head Omega, ready to give her a piece of my mind. But my wolf wasn’t ready, so I clenched my fists and massaged my temples.

I took a few deep breaths, clasping my wrists behind my back. Meanwhile, the Head Omega lowered her head, sensing my anger. I took another deep breath, trying to remain calm and collected.

“Who did this?” I asked, my voice low and dangerous.

The Head Omega hesitated for a moment, making me more irritated.

“Who made this mess?!” I roared, losing my patience. “If you don’t speak now, you and your entire generation will be punished for your silence.”

The Omega’s eyes widened in fear, and I knew I had struck a nerve. But I couldn’t let myself back down now.

“I-I don’t know, sir,” the Head Omega stammered, her voice shaking with fear. “The Omegas are not allowed to enter the kitchen at this time, so I have no idea who could have done this.”

I can’t believe her answer. Was she really trying to cover for the culprit?

“Is that so?” I spoke, my voice cold and hard. “Then I guess your family should be banished from this pack,” I muttered, walking away that instant.

Obviously, she or the Omegas were behind this, but she was trying to protect the culprit.

“L-lady Ziva. She was the last person I spotted here!” The Head Omega exclaimed, causing my ear to perk up at the mention of Ziva.

That Darwin’s daughter!

Of course, it was her. I should have known. I gritted my teeth, anger simmering just beneath the surface. What did Ziva think she was doing, coming into my territory and causing trouble?

Just as the Head Omega completed her statement, I heard the sound of footsteps pounding down the stairs. I turned to see who was making such a racket, and there was Ziva, rushing into the kitchen. She didn’t even look at me, and her face was pale and drawn.

Upon reaching the kitchen, she stopped short, her eyes widening in shock at the scene in front of her. I watched her carefully, wondering what she was thinking.

What a sneaky rabbit! Did she set my kitchen on fire on purpose? What was her plan?

“Goodness!” She exclaimed, her eyes wide with shock. But I wasn’t buying her innocent act. I strode over to her, my hand closing around her arm in a tight grip.

“Ouch!” She winced at my grasp, and I turned her to face me with a roll from my grasp.

“You will be punished for what you’ve done,” I uttered authoritatively, and she shook her head slightly.

“I didn’t mean for this to happen,” she stammered. “I was just trying to make some pasta.” I heard her mutter, but I was uninterested in whatever she said as long as she was the culprit.

I dragged her out of the mansion and threw her away from the doors.

As I mind-linked the guards, they appeared at my side in an instant, ready to follow my orders.

“Throw her into the Den, she is of no use,” I ordered with a firm, and commanding voice. Then, I turned back and slammed the double doors shut.

She would learn her lesson soon enough after spending a few days in that Den.