6.My Daughter

Ava's POV

"What are you two doing here? I told you both not to approach the meeting room," Daddy interrupted with his typical authority. As William continued to stare me down, a sick feeling formed in the pit of my stomach. This was not the first time Daddy had embarrassed me in front of his guest. I recalled the time when I was just a pup, only twelve years old, and had made the mistake of trying to enter the meeting hall during a meeting.

Daddy had quickly stopped me, scolding me harshly in front of the other wolves present, and had made me feel like I was the most foolish and impetuous pup in the world.

"Don't you know not to enter this hall during a meeting, young one?" he had exclaimed, his voice booming through the hall.

"Do you not know the rules of this Clan?" The other wolves in the room, had watched the exchange with disdain. They had clearly been amused by my lack of understanding and by my father's harshness. I felt ashamed and humiliated, and had retreated to a corner, my tail between my legs. Over the years, this incident had remained burned into my memory, a constant reminder of my own foolishness and my father's tendency to publicly scold me.

And now, here I was again, feeling the same sickness in my stomach as William continued to glare at me. As William finally looked away, I exhaled a shaky breath, feeling as if a heavy weight had been lifted. But my relief was short-lived, as I knew that this was not the first time my father had embarrassed me in front of his guest, and it likely would not be the last. His voice was firm, but I could hear the love and concern in it. I lowered my head in apology.

"I'm sorry, Daddy. I won't disobey your instructions again," I said, trying to appear contrite. But Mia was not as quick to apologise. With a cheerful smile on her face, she stepped forward and gave Daddy a soft paw.

"Oh, come on, Sir. It's no big deal. We were just trying to help," she said, trying to placate him. I looked at William with astonishment, "what was he doing here?" Daddy's eyes softened as he regarded Mia, and I could see the affection he had for her.

"All right, Mia. You're right. It's not a big deal. But next time, please listen to my instructions and stay out of the meeting room," he said with a smile. I felt a rush of gratitude and admiration for Mia. She had a way of softening Daddy's heart, and I appreciated that about her.

I resolved to be a better listener and to always respect Daddy's wishes in the future. I felt a chill run down my spine as William approached me with a wicked smile on his face.

"Didn't expect to see you so soon, little she-wolf," he said, his tone dripping with sarcasm. I was too scared to move, feeling small and vulnerable in his presence. William then turned to my father, as if seeking confirmation.

"Is this little she-wolf your daughter?" he asked. Daddy's eyes narrowed at the insult, but he remained calm and collected.

"Yes, she is my daughter," he said firmly.

"But I suggest you don't provoke her. She's got a temper and she can be quite fierce when she's angry." William's smile faded at Daddy's warning, and he took a step back, clearly acknowledging the wisdom of my father's words. I felt a little ease with Daddy protecting me from William's taunts. I resolved to stay strong and not let the his words phase me but I felt my heart racing in my chest as William continued to stare me down with his menacing gaze.

I could feel his power and aggression radiating off of him, and I realized that this was a much more intense situation than I had thought. I felt my instincts kicking in, telling me to run or hide, but I couldn't seem to move a muscle. I was frozen with fear, and the cold sweat that had broken out across my forehead and chest made me feel chilled to the core.

In that moment, I regretted agreeing to Mia's suggestion to visit the meeting room. I now understood that this man was the infamous Alpha of the Shadow Clan, known for his ruthless tactics and his reputation for being a bully.

I had to stay strong and not let my fear consume me, but I also knew that I was in way over my head. I hoped that my father's warning would be enough to scare William away, and I prayed that he would leave me alone.

William's POV

As I watched Ava carefully, I couldn't help but feel a mix of unease and fascination. She was a beautiful and graceful she-wolf, but something about her seemed... off. It was as if her eyes carried a sadness that belied her otherwise cheerful demeanor, and her posture seemed to be somewhat slumped as she stood close to her father.

I found Ava increasingly adorable as the conversation continued. She was incredibly sweet and endearing in her personality, with a soft voice that seemed to soothe my soul. Every word she spoke seemed to paint a picture of the woman she was, and it was clear that she was an intelligent and thoughtful individual.

And yet, I couldn't help but feel guilty for my attraction towards her. After all, she was the daughter of my sworn enemy. It felt taboo to have such feelings for her, and yet, I couldn't deny the chemistry between us. It was as if we were drawn to each other in a way that was beyond our control. If her father weren't present, I would have swept Ava away then and there. I was extremely eager for her, and I was quite satisfied with my little mate. I felt a sense of longing for her that was almost physical.

Despite my guilt and the unease I felt being in her father's presence, I continued talking with Ava. I found that we had a strong connection in our beliefs, and it was refreshing to talk to someone who was so similar to me.

As the conversation went on, I found myself becoming even more drawn to Ava. She was so kind and gentle, with a warm personality that was impossible to resist.

I knew that I wanted to protect her and make her happy, and I felt a sense of responsibility towards her that was unlike anything I had experienced before. As Ava and I continued our conversation, a sudden interruption occurred.

Robert, Ava's father, stepped forward and placed a hand on her arm, seeming to take notice of the connection between us.

"Excuse me, have you two met before?" he asked, his voice slightly raised.