Rick’s POVI stood at the entrance of the packhouse, surrounded by darkness. The night air was sharp, cold, but something inside me burned. I waited, hoping Bella would return.It was strange. Whenever Georgina wasn’t around, my heart would ache for Bella, my Luna, my wife, the mother of my children. But the moment Georgina stepped into view, I’d feel torn, drawn to her instead. It made no sense, and yet it kept happening.Now, everything had spiraled out of control. Bella was gone. My children gone. And the worst part? I let this happen. I let Georgina near my family. The same woman who once hurt Bella deeply. And now, I stood by and let her hurt Bella again. Worse, I became part of that pain. I hurt her and I did nothing to stop it.I clenched my fists as a soldier approached. He looked exhausted, dirt smeared across his uniform.“Alpha,” he said, his voice low, “today’s search is over. We didn’t find the Luna and the two young princes.”Rage ignited in me like wildfire.I roared, t
Chapter 93: A New BeginningThe Riverbed Pack had given me the best thing that ever happened to me. It was here that I had found my mate, and it was here that I had bled for him. Every memory, good or bad, had molded me into who I was today. And now, I was leaving. I didn't know if I was ever going back. The prospect hung in my chest, but I continued running on, pushing aside the pain in my heart for my children's sake. After running for two hours at last reached the cars. They had taken three cars and a big truck, which were all parked and in place. We boarded the cars while the warriors boarded the big truck. And then we traveled for nearly six hours before reaching the territory of the Night Walker Pack. When we got there, my mom was stuck, utterly dumbfounded to find us standing on the door. Her eyes scanned mine for explanations, but I had none to provide, not then. That night, after I had tucked my children into bed and ensured they were sleeping soundly, I sat down with my
I rushed towards the room of my children, my heart pounding harder with each step. Terror gripped me, squeezing with every intake of breath. The far-off sound of growls, snarls, and the unmistakable clang of metal hung in the air—the battle had already commenced.My head was spinning, frantically trying to come up with a plan. I had to get my children out of here, into a safe place where the fight couldn't find them. Protecting my children was all I could think of now. I couldn't let them be caught up in all of this mayhem.As I opened the door and spotted their terrified faces, I realized I didn't have a moment to lose."Mommy, what's happening?" Edsel's little voice cut through the pandemonium, shaking with terror.I managed a gentle smile, though my heart pounded and my mind reeled in desperation. I bent down next to them, stroking the kids hair with one hand, struggling to keep both of us calm."Everything will be all right, sweetie," I breathed, my voice soft but strained. "I nee
Bella POV"You're still here!" I snapped, my eyes flashing at Georgina, my eyes falling to her hand, the same hand that was clinging tightly to Rick's arm.Georgina's head turned slowly to me, her face serene but her tone biting."I should be asking you that," she said coldly. "Why are you still here?"I stood up straight, raising my chin. "Because I am the Luna!" I spat, my voice cutting the air.I was enraged inside as I addressed the guards, not even trying to cover the commanding tone in my voice."Guards! Take this woman away. Now."The guards rushed, grabbing Georgina by the arms, pulling her towards the door. For an instant, I thought it was over -- that the nightmare would end then.But then came Rick's voice, shattering the instant like a stone against glass."Georgina will remain."The room descended into a choking, killer quiet. My head snapped in his direction, my breath ragged in my throat. Blistering, scalding tears brimmed in my eyes as his icy, lashing gaze traveled around the
The gossip regarding my love triangle with Rick and Georgina circulated like wildfire among the werewolf community. Gossip and rumors circulated from pack to pack, and I felt as if the walls had closed in on me. I couldn't even bring myself to look at anyone. I was hiding out in our room, unable to move due to the crushing weight of heartbreak. Rick was already out at the training grounds, likely trying to get away from the tension too.My mind was spinning until the sudden buzz of my phone awakened me. It was a group video call. My heart tightened upon seeing names appearing on the screen: Lilet, Edgar, and Jason. I picked it up, and their worried faces immediately occupied the screen. "Bella, what's going on?" Jason's voice broke with anger. "This is so fucking crazy." Perhaps Georgina practiced witchcraft or something. Lilet rolled her eyes, attempting to remain level-headed in the midst of the chaos. "Witchcraft doesn't exist, dumb." "Then tell us about it, Lilet," Edgar said, his
Georgina's POVThe room they assigned me was nice enough. Warm, soft light filled the room, creating a soft illumination that rested over the plush cream-colored bedspread and the tidy furnishings. The scent of fresh linen was barely detectable in the air, and the window opened onto a peaceful view of the moonlit pack grounds. All was tidy, snug, inviting even - but it wasn't the Luna Suite.And that's what irritated me.I requested the Luna Suite. No one was occupying it, Bella remaining in the Alpha Suite with Rick. The room remained there, completely vacant, completely untouched - but they still wouldn't grant it to me.I had wanted to remain in the Luna Suite. It was only logical. After I officially became Luna, just as Bella had. I'd be taking up residence in the Alpha Suite with Rick. All I had to do was ensure Bella departed the pack. Everything else would then work itself out.The comfortable bed and lovely view couldn't mask the bitter sting of being turned away, not when I k