POV: CALLIE
“Did he suffer?” I responded quickly and firmly, hoping that Bastard had endured the worst pain imaginable.
“I'm known for my ruthlessness, Wolf... Didn’t you hear your father’s desperate screams?” I caught a faint trace of amusement in the mysterious wolf’s voice.
“What I heard was nothing compared to what that monster did to me. He wasn’t my father!” I growled, anger boiling within me. My strength waned, and I collapsed to the ground, but not before asking again, needing to know: “Did he suffer?”
“Magnificently so!” The air shifted, and I sniffed, sensing that he crouched in front of me. “Now, what should I do with you?”
“Kill her, my king! A blind wolf is of no use to our pack. We don’t need dead weight!” The repulsive scent of another wolf caught my attention, drawing my focus in his direction.
“Silence, Beta!” The werewolf’s commanding voice was terrifying, so much so that even my inner wolf wanted to bow in respect and fear. “Now, where were we?”
“Black Wolf, your beta is right... End my life and rid the world of my cursed presence. I’ll be one less mouth to feed. But before you do...” I swallowed hard, my fur prickling with a burning sensation, as though his eyes were piercing into me.
“Before?” he repeated, pressing further. “You’re blind—how do you know the color of my fur?”
“I...” I shifted uncomfortably, unsure how to explain. I didn’t want to be attacked again or labeled as a crazy wolf, so I blurted out my relief over the death of my despicable father. “Thank you!”
“Interesting... What exactly are you thanking me for, Wolf?” A faint smile seemed to escape his lips—at least, that’s what the sound suggested to me.
“For freeing our pack from a tyrant king,” I said, swallowing hard.
“And who said I’ll be any kinder?” the werewolf’s tone darkened, becoming ominous.
I shivered as something echoed in my mind:
“Destiny,” the divine voice resonated.
“Just intuition, Alpha,” I whispered, lifting myself slightly and bowing with difficulty, only to collapse forward.
The mysterious wolf caught me, and an electric current surged between our bodies, drawing me into his mind. It felt as though I was seeing through his eyes. Before me, I saw a young wolf with brown and golden hues, collapsed on the ground, critically injured but emanating a proud aura. Only then did I realize that the creature I was looking at... was me!
POV: AARON
I howled for my followers to enter the forest, guided by a scent that felt familiar. The wind blew intensely through my fur, carrying mystical whispers.
“Follow your path, wolf of destiny,” the gentle breeze whispered.
“My Alpha, shouldn’t we head straight to the small town of the Moon Blades pack? This detour wasn’t planned,” Beta Jaxon questioned, his voice laced with concern.
“Our goddess guides our paths. We will heed her requests!” I growled menacingly, baring my fangs. “We’ll split the pack. You will lead the others into the town and destroy anyone who opposes us.”
“And those who surrender?” Jaxon glanced sideways, waiting for my response.
“Detain them until their loyalty is fully subdued, and we assess their competence to contribute to the evolution of the pack!” I roared, stopping and closing my eyes. Subtle images flickered in my mind, as if I could see through the darkness. Fear mingled with pain—a level of intensity I had never felt before. “This way. Time is running out.”
“Whose time?” one of the wolves behind me asked.
I growled fiercely in his direction, silencing him instantly.
We moved deeper into the forest, where the metallic stench of blood filled the air. Taking careful steps, I saw him—my greatest enemy, the cursed wolf who had taken everyone I loved and left me on the brink of death.
Near him was a small, thin, and fragile creature lying on the ground, battered and clinging to life. I sniffed the air just as a powerful gust of wind blew over the enemy Alpha, pushing him away from the injured wolf. A divine tone resonated, issuing a command:
“New destiny...” the wind whispered.
Instinctively, my wolf leapt forward in protection, growling menacingly. I crouched in front of her, inhaling her sweet scent—the same one that had drawn me to her, the same one that stirred something deep within me, calling to me without a single word. My ears picked up the hostility emanating from the enemy. I whispered, so only the unknown wolf could hear:
“Hold on tight.”
Lazily, I turned my gaze to the monster from my childhood nightmares—the cursed being who mercilessly slaughtered my younger siblings and my parents.
“Today is the day of your judgment.”
I stood before Hunter, the sadistic Alpha who had destroyed my life when I was just a pup. His eyes gleamed with cruelty as he advanced, brimming with confidence in his strength and power. But I was no longer the weak, frightened pup he had encountered on that fateful night.
Now transformed into a Supreme Alpha Werewolf, I felt rage coursing through my veins, my eyes blazing with the divine power passed down through the pure lineage of the ancient wolves. It pushed me to fight with every ounce of strength I possessed. Our growls echoed through the clearing, signaling the start of a brutal battle.
With a ferocious roar, Hunter lunged at me, his razor sharp claws aiming for my flesh. I dodged with precision, countering with my own strikes that tore through his hide, savoring the fight. Each exchange of blows was fierce and unrelenting, both of us determined to emerge victorious.
I caught the scent of blood dripping from his body, mingling with the dirt beneath his feet. I licked my claws, savoring the taste of my enemy's blood. His pain only fueled my determination and pleasure. Sinking my teeth into his neck, I twisted his body and slammed him to the ground. The wolf gasped in pain, howling in despair.
I drove my claws into the sides of his ribs, deepening the cuts and piercing through until I felt his lung and punctured it.
With an ear-shattering roar, Hunter bellowed:
“Damned creature... I cannot lose to someone as insignificant as you.”
I looked into his eyes and, for the first time, saw fear.
“You’re weak—the scum of our kind. That’s why you always prey on the weak. You’ve never understood true strength or power,” I declared, following his heavy, faltering steps toward the injured wolf. “How does it feel to be such a worthless prey?”
POV: CALLIEI didn’t realize when I had fallen asleep. The warmth of Aaron’s body and his heavy and rhythmic breathing gently guided me into the realm of dreams. In my reverie, I found myself in the midst of a grandiose temple, meticulously detailed, so vivid it seemed more than a mere creation of the mind.A sudden movement caught my attention. Through the main gate, I saw an indistinct figure gliding silently. Before I could make out more, a whistle sliced through the air. It wasn’t an ordinary sound; there was something supernatural and haunting about it. The whistle echoed like a ghostly wail, sending shivers down my spine. It was a call, my name uttered in an almost ethereal manner, coming from an undefined direction.“Callie… Callie… You must fulfill the agreement…” the voice said sinisterly, as the marked spot on my body lit up.My body wouldn’t respo
POV: AARONI waited patiently for her to finish her meal and cleared the items, arranging the bed and gently nudging her to the side, pulling her naked body close to mine as Ryan had suggested. However, it was hard to contain the desire I felt for Callie. I turned her to face me, sliding my fingers along her curves, caressing every detail with tenderness.“This way, I won’t be able to sleep, Alpha,” she whispered shyly, burying her face in my chest.“We need to bring your wolf back, remember? Besides, I’m just giving you affection,” I murmured hoarsely, kissing the top of her head and pulling her hips closer. “I like your scent.”“I like yours too; it makes me feel safe,” Callie commented, yawning. “You’re so warm.”Rubbing her face against my chest, she nestled into my arms as if she had always done so. A warm, inviting sensation coursed throu
POV: AARONI savored the strong kicks of the pup for a while, who seemed lively in its mother’s belly. Callie surprised me by lacing her fingers through my hair and gently stroking it, as I realized tears had streamed from my eyes. How many years had it been since I last cried? Since that cursed day when Hunter had taken everyone I loved. Perhaps it was the same amount of time since I had received an affectionate, complicit touch, a tender moment! The baby kicked again, squirming, and I found myself imagining the future, being a father and a mate. It was more than I deserved.My mother would have been the most doting grandmother; my father, without a doubt, would have been one of those grandpas who sneaked sweets, a secretive friend, and a second father who disciplined. Zaí and Zeni would have been the mischievous uncles, a headache when it came to chaos, and the sweet Davina, a loving and caring aunt. Callie, regardless of her disability, wo
POV: CALLIEI fumbled along the edge of the bathtub, following his scent, and found the tips of his fingers. I slid my hand up his arm, tracing over his muscles, moving to his neck until I cupped his face with both hands.“Control yourself, Alpha, we can’t do anything. I told you, it’s better if we don’t get involved,” I said firmly, despite the pulsing deep within me. Being so close to this man was dangerous, and I knew it. “We can’t…”I reinforced in a whisper as his lips neared mine, brushing against them. I closed my eyes, savoring the delicious sensation of his touch, hearing my wolf purr in response.“Your wolf…” He smiled, his lips still pressed against mine. “Come, let me help you out of the tub. The water’s getting cold.”I pulled back gently, wondering how the water was cooling when my body fe
POV: AARONWhen she was discharged, I carried her home despite her protests. Yulli stayed behind at the hospital, amused by the scene, to assist Dr. Ryan with the treatment. She cast a containment spell, unsure if it would work, but we had to try to prevent anyone else from getting hurt.“Are we in your room?” Callie asked, surprised, sniffing around. “Why am I in your quarters?”“You need to be taken care of, and we’ll have to sleep together as per the doctor’s orders. It’s easier to do that here,” I purred softly. “Don’t worry, little one, it’s just care and rest.”“Why are you doing this?” She frowned, staring at me even with the Velcro covering her beautiful green eyes, suspicious.“I’m a stubborn wolf, I told you,” I replied, amused, walking with her in my arms and setting her down on the plush carpet.“Are we in the bathroom?” The little wolf growled, reluctant. “What are you planning, Alpha?”“To fill the bathtub with salts while you relax. I’ll wash your hair and your back.” I
POV: CALLIE“Are you afraid of him?” Yulli pulled me out of my trance, snapping her fingers to get my attention.“Are you?” I countered, hesitant.“Smart girl!” the witch laughed. “I’m afraid he might lose control of his powers, but overall, Aaron is a good friend. Now it’s your turn.”“I’m afraid of being hurt more than I already have been. I’m not talking about physical pain—those scars heal.” I murmured, gently stroking my belly, uncomfortable with how still Rigan was. “He’s so quiet.”“He’s a clever pup. He knows you need rest,” Yulli said, tapping the tip of my nose, sinking into the right side of the bed. Her hands settled over mine, warming them with her magic. “Just to be sure.”“Thank you.” I gave a soft smile, grate