ALESSIA

I quickly freshened up and changed into a simple blue flared gown and rushed out. Liam and the maid were totally naked, his cock still buried inside her, their breaths rough as they had reached their climax.

I grabbed my handbag from the nightstand, ignoring them, and reached for the door.

"Who gave you permission to leave, ugly duckling?" Liam snapped, and I shut my eyes in anger.

Ugly duckling?

I had been called beautiful-back in high school, even in university. Liam knew that. But now... he makes me feel like nothing, like trash, no matter what I wear.

My hand tightened around the doorknob. I took a deep breath before slowly turning back to face him.

He was on his feet now, his cock stretching out, still glistening from her release.

"A patient is in critical condition," I stammered.

"They can die for all I care," he snapped coldly. "Your duty is to satisfy me, Alessia-and you will do it now."

A quiet scoff escaped my lips.

The irony was almost laughable.

He's shameless. A womanizer. Someone who could take his pleasure from anyone-even a maid-yet he stood there, speaking of duty and satisfaction as if I owed him something sacred.

"Liam, don't talk about my patients like that. You can insult me, but I won't stand here and let you wish death on them," I shot back, my voice trembling.

What the heck just happened? Did I just argue with Liam?

That was strange. Is he going to hit me now?

He scoffed, his brow twisting in anger. "I dare you to leave this house, Alessia. You will taste my wrath."

My chest tightened.

I've tasted Liam's wrath many times... and it's terrifying.

But if I was meant to die, I would rather face it in his hands than at the mercy of those ruthless monsters.

"I'm sorry, Liam. I can't," I blurted out.

Before he could react, I turned and ran out.

"Alessia! Alessia, I won't spare you!" his voice roared behind me.

But my legs were already moving too fast as I got into the car and drove off.

Shadowmoon Pack to Bloodnight Pack is an hour's drive. I just have to make it in time.

Finish whatever treatment... and come back home.

It shouldn't take long, as long as they cooperate. I'll ask when it started and how much progress has been made so far and prescribe a few medications. That's all.

My phone buzzed. A message from the number popped up. I reached for it, one hand on the wheel, and read:

"Little bunny, you don't need to go to the pack house. Come to X Hotel instead, room 350. Kade is dying to see you."

Damn it. A hotel? Is this some kind of joke? How am I supposed to treat them in a hotel room? I slammed my hand on the wheel, frustration burning through me.

When I arrived, a hotel staff member approached me.

"Alessia Costa, right?"

I nodded, and she handed me a key card for the room.

I stepped into the lift, my heart beating fast with uneasiness.

I'm a married woman from another pack, walking into a hotel room of three ruthless men in the entire werewolf realm... What would people say?

I scanned the card and pushed the door open.

The place was dim, lit with a soft blue glow. It was empty-but their scents filled the air, clean and intoxicating.

I swallowed hard and closed the door, taking a shaky step forward.

"Welcome, doctor," Axel's voice came from behind me.

My breath hitched, and I quickly spun around. He leaned on the wall beside the door; I didn't even notice him.

He stepped forward; he was shirtless, hands tucked into his pockets, his dark brown hair messy, making him look dangerously attractive.

I swallowed hard.

What the hell is wrong with me?

I came here to treat them... not to admire him.

I quickly cleared my throat, my eyes avoiding him completely.

"Where are the others?" I asked, keeping my voice firm and professional.

He chuckled.

"Come," he said, leading the way into the living room.

The room was completely silent.

I stood in the middle of three ruthless, handsome men, their gazes locked on me as they sat on separate single sofas. Asher and Azriel wore black pajamas, while Axel was still shirtless.

My heart was drumming so loudly I could almost hear it. I needed to do something-something that wouldn't let them sense my fear.

I quickly cleared my throat.

"This is day one of your treatment, and you all need to cooperate."

They chuckled but nodded mockingly, like I had just said something funny.

Asher suddenly burst into laughter. "Woah, woah, doctor. We're not students. You don't need to lecture us-just start the treatment."

My chest tightened in frustration, but I took a deep breath.

"Alpha Asher-"

"No... no. Just Asher. I prefer that from a cutie like you," he cut in smoothly.

A groan of irritation escaped me. These men were almost Liam's age and yet acted like children.

"Hey doctor, are you planning to sleep over tonight? You're taking your time," Azriel added. "If I remember correctly, the drive to Shadowmoon Pack takes about an hour or two. What's the time again?"

"10 PM," Axel added.

Azriel snapped his fingers in mock agreement. "It's 10pm. And you said you have a husband... does he know where you are?"

"He must be some kind of weakling in bed. That's why she isn't missing him," Axel added.

"Enough of you all!" I snapped, my voice shaking with suppressed anger. "You promised not to interrupt. Do you think I'm a joke? I drove all the way here to treat you, and you're making jokes while I'm trying to do my work!" Tears prickled at the corners of my eyes.

They all exhaled.

"No one should dare make a noise. Just let her do her work," Azriel said calmly.

I took a deep breath. I refused to let them see how weak I was.

I pulled out my jotter from my handbag and settled myself on the ottoman table in their center.

"Since when did this start?"

"Fifteen years ago," they answered in unison, like it had been rehearsed.

I frowned slightly. Fifteen years ago... strange.

"Have you tried any methods to stimulate your sexual urge?"

They all nodded together. Good. At least they were cooperating now.

"So tell me," I said, writing on the jotter, "what exactly have you tried?"

ALESSIA

They all sighed in exhaustion, shaking their heads together.

"A lot, doctor. We've tried a lot, and it's exhausting," Axel said, still rubbing his forehead like he was genuinely tired.

My brow furrowed. Why is he being dramatic now?

I turned to Asher. "Please, explain properly."

He straightened slightly.

"We've tried porn videos online like doctors suggest. We've tried live porn. We've tried getting blowjobs. We've tried normal sex with different women-but we still don't get turned on. It's just... blank. That's all."

I exhaled and wrote it down quickly. Strange. Men like them unable to feel sexual arousal... it didn't make sense.

"And did you do it together? Like a foursome?" I asked, my heart raced even as I tried to stay professional.

You are a doctor, Alessia. You've seen worse than this. Just not from men like this.

"Of course," Axel replied casually. "We do everything together. It's more fun that way." He tilted his head. "Have you tried it too, doctor-a foursome?"

My body stiffened as a jolt of electricity ran through me. I shot him a cold stare. He raised his hands in surrender, and I rolled my eyes.

Gosh. Why would he joke like that right now?

"Since doing it together didn't help, why not try alone without your brothers? Maybe that will work," I said.

My chest tightened as I stared at them in anticipation, hoping that would make a hell of sense to them.

"Wow, Doctor, you might be right. We should give that a consideration. Brothers, what do you think?" Azriel asked. They both hesitated, weighing his words before nodding.

I exhaled slowly. Thank goodness I could leave now. I got to my feet.

"What if it didn't work, Doctor?" Axel

Cut in immediately.

I shut my eyes in frustration and turned to face him. "Of course it would. I'm a professional doctor; I know it would."

Asher sighed tiredly, shaking his head. "Kade just said it won't work."

"I'm the doctor, not Kade," I snapped before I could stop myself. Azriel let out a soft chuckle.

Gosh, Kade... Kade... is he the only wolf? Mira doesn't even interrupt-she only speaks when she's needed.

"Doctor Kade is hurt," Asher winked.

The irony of this-he makes jokes but ends up making life miserable for anyone who crosses his path, and you'd think he's harmless when he's joking.

"That's it for today. And I'll make it clear-if you need my treatment, you come to the hospital," I snapped, picking up my handbag.

"No, Doctor. You will come to us-that's why you're exclusive. It seems you haven't gotten any emails yet; you won't be working at the hospital for a month. You'll be coming tomorrow, also... here," Axel cut in sharply.

My entire body froze. Wait... did they have to go so far as to sack me? I took a deep breath, reminding myself it's just a month. Everything would be over.

"I'm actually married. I can't manage coming here every day," I said.

All of them went still, and Axel sighed and stood to his feet. I watched him as he walked to a wine shelf, picked up three empty glasses and a half bottle of whiskey, and placed them on the table.

A thick silence settled between us. No one was paying attention to me anymore. I watched Axel distribute the glasses, pouring them their drinks, my chest racing as I hoped for an answer.

"Or maybe I should come by day instead of at night," I added.

I felt so stuck in everything. Why were they acting like I was suddenly not here?

"Doctor, you can come in the day, but you will be here before 8 a.m. and leave by 6 p.m. Or come by 8 p.m. but leave by 10 p.m.," Asher shrugged.

What a damn offer. No-what was I even supposed to do in a full day with them? And I refuse to come at night. I'm a married woman... and also a Luna.

They all sipped their wine with practiced ease, their faces dark and serious. I couldn't believe these were the same men who were joking earlier. Are they also suffering from bipolar?

"Make a damn choice already, Doctor, so you can leave," Axel's voice came out cold and hoarse.

My chest tightened with a strange feeling. The way he said "so you could leave" made me feel like they didn't want me anymore.

I must be stupid to think that; I don't care how they see me. "Fine, I will come during the day."

"Now use the door," Axel added.

I furrowed my brows, my grip tightening around my handbag. I felt like a woman used and dumped right now.

I spun around and left.

"Kade said goodnight," Asher said from behind.

"To hell with Kade," I muttered and walked out of the hotel room.

I should be happy I was finally going home, but somehow their presence felt more comforting than my home.

I glanced at the time. It was some minutes to 11 p.m. I just needed to drive home before midnight-the pack entrance gate usually closed at 12. I wondered why Liam made such a law.

****

I arrived at the gate some minutes before 12 a.m., and thank goodness it was still open. I drove in and headed to the pack house and made my way inside.

My brow furrowed. Everywhere was dark and quiet. Maybe everyone was asleep. I used my phone flashlight and made my way upstairs.

I clicked open the bedroom door and froze. Liam was lying naked on the bed with three maids lying beside him, naked too.

This is too much... so much. Would Liam ever grow past this?

Before I could stop myself, warm tears slipped down my cheeks. I quickly wiped them away. I had promised myself two years ago never to cry about Liam.

I took a deep breath and headed toward the wardrobe, picking up a blanket and changing into my nightwear. I clicked open the door to leave the room.

"Welcome to hell, Alessia," Liam's voice came out.

And my entire body froze. Damn it, not now.

ALESSIA

I turned to face Liam. He slowly got out of bed, carefully adjusting the maids so they wouldn't stumble, and they instinctively clung to each other. Watching him care for them made my chest tighten with envy.

I wished he could treat me with the same gentleness, like he used to back when our fathers were still alive.

He started walking towards me, his cock juggling-Gosh, why on earth is he not putting on briefs? He's shameless! Of course, he is, because why would he feel comfortable living the kind of life he's living?

He stopped beside me. The smell coming from him almost made me puke-a mix of sex and sweat and some strange fragrance.

"Where the hell are you coming from?" he snapped.

I swallowed hard, steadying my voice. "Hospital."

He chuckled. "You're lying, Alessia. Everyone in the hospital knows you're a Luna-and my wife. That's why, unlike the other doctors, your shift ends during the day, not at night."

He paused, then stepped closer. "Are you seeing another man?"

My breath hitched, and I quickly shook my head. "Liam, you know me, and yet you question my character... I'm not like you," I said softly, my voice breaking no matter how hard I tried to stay firm.

His eyes trailed over me from head to toe, and he waved a dismissive hand. I sighed and left the room.

***

The soft morning light hit my face, and I slowly opened my eyes, only to see maids cleaning the house. I had slept on the couch last night. I swallowed hard, stretching lazily as I picked up my phone to check the time-it was 7:30 a.m.

My eyes widened in shock as I jumped off the couch.

Damn it. Those monsters asked me to be there before 8 a.m.

I rushed toward the bedroom and pushed the door open. The three maids were already dressed, attending to Liam-one adjusting his tie, another holding his suit jacket, and the third fastening his wristwatch.

I cleared my throat. "Good morning, Liam."

His eyes settled on me with disgust before he looked away, ignoring me completely. I nodded, not surprised by his attitude. I would just act more respectful... maybe then I could avoid getting another scar.

I stepped into the bathroom and began brushing my teeth when my phone buzzed with a message notification. I wiped my hands and opened it.

"Little doctor, I hope you're on your way. It's almost 8 a.m. "

My hand tightened in frustration, and I quickly typed back.

"I'm just waking up... you'll see me when I get there."

Another message popped up, but I didn't bother checking. I hurried through taking a shower and stepped out.

"What did you just fucking say? Those damn triplets withdrew their investments. Fuck! "Liam yelled, rubbing the back of his head violently.

My breath caught. Was he talking about Axel and his brothers?

"I told the guards to keep an eye on them. If there's any suspicious move, they should report to me," he added.

This time, we were the only ones in the room. I applied lotion while watching him, still not understanding what the problem was.

I slipped into a black, fitted corporate gown.

"The most annoying part is that bastard Asher. After letting them dance for him for a damn hour, he still shot them dead," Liam said, his voice thick with frustration.

My entire body froze, so he was talking about them. I took a step closer.

"I don't care how you do it-just make them invest again. Tell them I'll take 40% and give them 60%," Liam snapped before ending the call.

Frustration and anger burned across his face.

"Liam-"

"What the fuck do you want?" he growled, panting, his wolf reflecting in his eyes.

My chest tightened. Since it was about the pack's company, and as Luna, it was my duty to lend a helping hand.

"What's wrong, Liam? Tell me-I could help," I said softly, taking another step closer.

He let out a mocking laugh. "Help? You help?" he said, shaking his head. "You can't even satisfy me-something an ordinary maid can do-and you think you can help with this? Do you even know the kind of people those damn triplets are? You can't even stand before them. They probably wouldn't look at you twice before pulling a trigger on your fucking head, and you think you can help?"

My grip tightened around my phone as I stared at him in disbelief. He thought, I can't stand before them. Of course I can-but I can't tell him I was treating them. That was a secret, and my life depends on it.

"Liam, just trust me. I would plead with them to reinvest-"

Before I could finish, a sharp slap landed on my cheek.

Everything blurred. A ringing sound filled my ears.

"Who the fuck do you think you are?" he snapped. "You think you're attractive enough to seduce them? Or that you're special enough to stand before them? Fuck, Alessia, you disgust me."

He turned and left.

Warm tears slipped down my cheeks as I sat on the bed, crying quietly.

I didn't even know why I was crying-whether it was the insult, which I was used to, or my helplessness or the sting of the slap. I really didn't know.

Another message popped up. I quickly wiped my tears as reality hit me-I still had another problem waiting. If Liam could hit me, then the triplets could do worse... or even kill me if I disrespected them.

I grabbed my bag and headed out, driving off immediately.

Just as I feared, Liam's ring had cut my cheek. I only noticed when I glanced at the rearview mirror; I would have used a foundation on it. Gosh, I hate scars.

I arrived at the hotel, covering my cheek with a handkerchief. I went straight to the room where I had met them the night before. I already had the key card, so I scanned it and pushed the door open.

My breath hitched as I looked around. The room seemed even more beautiful than last night-maybe because I hadn't really noticed it last night.

I walked into the sitting room. They were all there, busy with their own things.

Azriel sat on the couch, sipping green tea while scrolling through his phone. Axel was standing, his attention fixed on a file, and Asher leaned back on the single sofa with headphones on, eyes closed, his fingers tapping to the rhythm.

Wait... didn't they notice me? None of them even looked up.

I swallowed hard and cleared my throat.