Novel-novel oleh ADQ

CARA'S POV We finally gained the upper hand. The tide of battle had shifted, and Moonshine, with the Moon Goddess’ blessing and the awakening of my Luna power, stood victorious. Wolves and soldiers alike rallied behind us, their courage renewed. The enemies’ morale shattered, leaving them scattered and desperate.But victory brought no time for relief. Lord Thane, cunning to the end, moved like a shadow through the chaos. Silent, calculated, he crept toward me, his eyes glinting with malice and vengeance. Before I could react, he struck—landing a sharp, burning blow that sent pain tearing through me. I stumbled, anger and shock mingling as he turned and vanished into the chaos, racing away like a phantom.Alpha Dane’s eyes narrowed, his fury instant, and he sprang after Thane with lightning speed. The distance between them closed in heartbeats. Thane barely had time to register Dane’s approach before the Alpha’s claws found their mark. With a single, merciless strike, Dane struck him

DANE'S POV The battlefield had become a living nightmare. Smoke coiled like serpents into the sky, carrying with it the metallic stench of blood, the scent of singed flesh, and the sweat of warriors locked in desperate combat. Wolves leaped over fallen bodies, teeth bared, claws tearing, their howls merging with the war cries of men into a single, deafening roar. The ground itself seemed to tremble beneath the weight of the armies, scarred and churned into mud by countless footfalls, hooves, and the pounding of claws.Lord Max fought fiercely at my side, every swing of his sword precise and lethal, his men rallying around him in an unbroken line of defiance. But even their skill and courage strained under the relentless pressure of Lord Thane’s forces. Wave after wave crashed against us, and for every soldier we felled, two more took their place. The battlefield was chaos incarnate, and yet amid it, my rage burned brighter than any fire.And then I saw him. Lord Thane. A dark figure

LAYLA'S POV “Mom,” I said cautiously, my voice barely above a whisper, “you once told me about a Luna who was reborn into another body.”She froze for a moment, her gaze drifting to some distant memory, her fingers idly tracing the edge of the table. “Yes… it’s true,” she finally said, her voice soft but heavy with meaning. “But that was many, many years ago. Why… why are you bringing this up now?”I swallowed hard, my throat suddenly dry as if my words would choke me before they left my lips. “It’s… it’s Maya,” I said, my voice faltering. “She… she woke up today. And she insists she’s been away all this time… that Cara—Cara has been living in her body.”For a moment, my mother simply stared at me, eyes wide, as if trying to make sense of the impossible. Her hands trembled slightly, and I noticed the faint lines on her face deepen. “Are you… certain?” she asked finally, her voice barely steady, like she was afraid to hear the answer.I nodded, unable to speak. The room felt suddenly

CARA'S POV I slowly blinked, my eyes heavy, my vision still hazy as I tried to make sense of my surroundings. The room felt unfamiliar, colder than I remembered, with shadows stretching across the floor and the faint hum of some unseen device in the corner. My body felt sluggish, every muscle weighted as if I had been asleep for days.As my vision cleared, I realized I wasn’t alone. Alpha Dane stood a few feet away, his usual commanding presence softened by uncertainty. His brows were furrowed, and his eyes flicked between me and the stranger who stood beside him—a man I had never seen before, his face alight with excitement, almost unnervingly eager. Caleb remained at my side, watchful and calm, though even he seemed tense under the stranger’s gaze.“Where… where am I?” I asked, my voice hoarse, cracking slightly as it left my throat. My pulse quickened, unease flooding every nerve in my body.Dane blinked, clearly taken aback by how quickly I had awakened. “Maya… you’re awake,” he

DANE'S POV “Dad…” Aria’s voice was soft but insistent, trembling slightly as she reached for my arm. “What’s wrong with Mom? What’s happening to her?”Loki stepped closer, his small frame tense, eyes wide with worry. “Yeah… where are they taking her? Why can’t she stay with us?” His voice was edged with fear, yet he tried to sound commanding, as if to protect his sister from the unknown.I froze, trying to find words. My throat felt tight, and every instinct in me screamed to protect Maya, yet I couldn’t halt what Dane had ordered. “Aria… Loki…” I said slowly, my voice wavering just enough to convey the seriousness without panicking them. “Mom… she’s being taken to the physician for further tests. They need to make sure she’s okay. That’s all. Everything is under control.”Aria’s small hands gripped my sleeve tightly, her nails pressing into the fabric. “But… why, Dad? Why can’t we stay with her? Why do they have to take her away?” Her voice cracked at the edges, the fear spilling th

LUCIAN'S POV I stormed into the study, my boots echoing against the polished wooden floor. The air felt thick with authority and anger as my gaze locked onto Dane. He looked up from his papers, startled for just a heartbeat before regaining his usual smug composure.“I think it’s high time you let go of my mate,” I growled, my voice low and dangerous, letting each word hang heavy in the room. I stepped forward, my fists clenched at my sides, heart pounding with a mix of fury and protectiveness. “This time, it’s over.”Dane leaned back in his chair, one eyebrow arched, his smirk almost infuriating. “How dare you command me to leave Maya for you,” he said coldly. “Do you really think you can just waltz in and take what belongs to me?”My chest tightened, a rush of heat and adrenaline making my blood pound in my ears. “What belongs to you?” I spat, my words sharp and unforgiving. “She’s not yours, Dane. She never was. You don’t deserve her—not you, not Lucian, not anyone who thinks they

JULIET'S POVI and Camara were tied up in chairs in the damp, dimly lit basement alongside Maria, who had been shot in the leg by George's ruthless hand.“Ahn," she groaned in pain.In the main sitting room, the sound of our labored breathing echoed through the cold, unforgiving space, devoid of any warmth or compassion."Call your dad and tell him to reveal where the diamond is," George demanded, his voice cold, menacing, and laced with sinister intent as he continued to torture us, taking great pleasure in our suffering and anguish.I was forced to call Diana Ross. When George shot Maria in the second leg again, “Ehhhh!" she groaned in pain, her eyes laced with tears streaming down her face, blood gushing out from her two legs.George sneered, "You'd better do that before you lose your friend." He handed me the phone, and I couldn't watch the horror again, so I called Diana Ross directly.After a few seconds, Diana picked up the call. "Diana, I need to speak with my dad. He's around

JULIET'S POV "I need you to confirm the identity of two men," I said to Mark in a low tone as we sat in a small room.Mark replied, "Okay, we're running the check now."I asked, "How are you doing?"Mark responded, "We're doing well. It's not going to be easy, but we're on it."I smiled, thinking, "I know it's not easy. In fact, I'm beginning to hate George more each day, but I'll remain calm until this is finished.After a few seconds, Khalid came up with the information. "Yeah, I found it. Both Walter and Caleb are part of George's associates. Recently, they visited George in London."I realized, "You're right, Khalid. I was in the mansion when they came to visit George. I overheard them discussing the multi-million-worth of diamonds that belong to my father."Khalid added, "They're into diamond mining, coal mining, prostitution, and illegal drugs, just like George. The only difference is that they keep a low profile and avoid anything related to law enforcement."Mark chimed in, "

GEORGE'S POVCaleb and Walter Reed were raging at the receiving end of my phone, their voices fixed on mine. I had promised them multi-million-worth of diamonds, but Jones had refused to tell me where the diamonds were being held, even before he escaped."Fuck it!" I muttered to myself, smashing my hand on my face. "Just give me some time, guys. Give me some time, and I'll still get the diamond for you.""It's high time you gave us the diamond. It's high time you returned our money to us. This isn't a joke anymore. We've given you enough time—more than three months—to get the diamond for us, and we've paid an advance payment of fifty percent each." Walter Reed's voice was laced with anger.Caleb added, "Who the fuck are you? Are you going to refund the money or give us the diamond? Whichever way, we need your answer right now."The atmosphere on the phone was blazing with rage, and I remained silent, unsure of what to say. Then, a crazy idea popped into my mind."I have some goods in

MARK'S POV We sat in the black van, waiting for the right moment as planned. The judge's men were supposed to take Juliet, Kamara, and Maria in, creating a proper situation. We waited until exactly 10:30 PM, and then I gave the signal.At 11:30 PM, I whispered urgently to Juliet, "It's time.Juliet nodded, and Khalid and I swiftly opened the van door. We stepped out, and I accompanied the three of them for about two blocks away from the main location.I hid behind a red car, allowing the three of them to walk together as planned. They played their roles, joking and chasing each other, making it look real.After a few seconds, some men pulled up beside them. I noticed Juliet trembling and fidgeting before they packed into the car. As the five of them stepped out, they immediately circled around the women.“Pretty ladies," they teased them simultaneously.One of the men pointed a gun at Maria, now Deleila, and another grabbed Camara's hand. The other two grabbed Juliet, holding her at

JULIET'S POV A longtime friend and skilled expert in disguise, Khalid worked his magic on Juliet, transforming her into a completely new person. Her features were altered, and her appearance was changed, making it impossible to recognize her as Juliet.Her hair was now a darker shade, and her eyes were a different color. She looked confident and determined, ready to take on a new role."Wow, Khalid, you're a genius!" I exclaimed, amazed at the transformation. "She looks completely different now. You're the best!"Khalid smiled proudly. "I've been working on this technique for months. It's going to be a game-changer for our future operations."I gave Juliet a new identity, "Elena," and with that, she was reborn. Khalid performed the same transformation on Camara, who was now known as "Margaret," and Maria, the lady sent by Mr. Carvin, who was renamed "Deleila."All three of them were disguised with new, designed faces and dressed up in small white tops, short skirts, and black shoes.

MARK'S POV "Now that my dad and your mom are safe, I think it's time to execute our plan," I said to Juliet as she sat before me."I have an idea," Juliet said, turning to me. "If we're finding it difficult to nail Mr. George, then I think the only solution is to use his own tactics against him."Her explanation was laced with confusion, and I remained silent, trying to understand what she meant."Juliet, what do you mean?" I asked, trying to clarify."What I'm trying to say is that we need to use his own weapon against him." Why don't we turn his own game back on him?" Juliet asked, her eyes sparkling with determination.I was still confused, and Juliet could see it. She smiled, stood up, and walked towards the mini-bar. She poured herself a glass of red wine and handed me another."What I mean, Mark, is that what if I become one of his subjects? After all, he's still in the business of prostitution and exploiting young women. Why don't I use that opportunity to get close to him?" J

RYDER'S POVMy eyes couldn't be lifted from the beauty before me as she and Amelia, my younger sister, interacted; she wasn't spilling much, but I knew some secret she wished to bury and not talk about lay buried behind those eyes of hers.I was so hooked up by her that when she asked how I wanted her to pay back, I blurted out, "Marry me." I had uttered the word out loud before I realized what had happened."Ryder!" Amelia's eyes changed a bit. "Come on, Ryder, you don't want to take advantage of someone in this kind of situation," Amelia said, trying to talk sense into me."Take advantage? Why will I? You know as much as I do that I am asexual. I don't want anything to do with any she-wolf out there; none appeals to me sexually," I said. I was asexual; I have been for as long as I could remember. I just never felt any form of pull towards any gender romantically, but looking at Maya now, I can admit I wasn't so sure anymore."I wonder why you want to marry her in the first place?" A

MAYA'S POVThe morning slight rain brushed my feet as I ran with no particular direction in mind. Morning was approaching already, and I was still running. I had been chased like a criminal all through the night, and my body was weary already, but I knew better than to stop.I couldn't stop; I kept running in the woods, lost all sense of direction, as different men chased after me. Men who were once my protectors, neighbors, and friends now seemed to want nothing but to catch me for a murder I didn't commit.I gasped in fear! With the way I'm seeing things, surrendering wasn't the best option; I'd be killed before they heard I had nothing to do with it. I ran as fast as my wolf could carry me.I lost count of the number of pack territories I had passed, but one thing was sure: I was still in the borders of packs friendly to Mooresville, and that was why they could openly chase me even though we were in other territories.One reasonable thought that kept reeling in my head was to find

MAYA'S POV I raced out of the room in mortification and disgrace. I was still pregnant and had given my whole to a man who didn't want me; my virginity was lost for real. I could hear Elena running after me as I left. I ran outside, gasping for breath."Maya!" She whispered, but I didn't hear her clearly. "Hey, Maya, what's wrong?" Elena asked."Caleb, Caleb chose Layla as his mate and Luna," I answered her."Are you that shocked, sister? Well, I guess I am too, but why would you be this shaken over that? Layla is our friend, and that means one thing: we'd enjoy her luxury as Luna. She chimed excitedly, obviously clueless as to what I was going through."Caleb is my mate, Elena, and..." I broke down into a hysterical sob to finish my sentence."No, Maya, Caleb is Layla's mate," she replied, confused as to whatever it was I meant. "And please don't cry," she added, patting my back."No, Elena, Caleb is my mate, and he's been for 2 months now; in fact, it's deeper—we made a baby," I sa

CALEB'S POV"I hereby introduce to you Layla as my mate." Everyone seemed to be happy, apart from one person who stood in the doorway with a very moody and sad expression, Maya.I don't think she will expect me to name her as my mate and Luna, at least not after what her mother did to me 20 years ago.Lady Luciana, Maya's mother, had been my mate, but she had rejected me in the most humiliating way by getting pregnant for my best friend, Kent. They had gotten married and ended up having a daughter, Maya, and now, 20 years later, the daughter of those who had caused me the greatest heartache was my mate.To mark her will be over my dead body. How would I be with her? Luciana and Kent might have died early, thereby missing my chance to get my revenge on them, but their daughter was going to bear their sins."Caleb?" Layla called, and I turned my face back to her."He really needs to have a word with you," she said. "Who?" I asked."My father, honor him," she added, her voice laced with

MAYA'S POV"Do you know that Caleb will be choosing his mate and our next Luna today at the party? He's planning on marking her in front of everyone," Elena, my sister, said excitedly, her voice filled with anxiety as we rode in the car to the party.I gave a quick smile, knowing fully well I was the one she was anticipating to know. It had been a few months now since I found out Caleb, our pack's alpha, was my mate, and of course, Caleb himself knew, and so did my best friend, Layla.I reached to my stomach, recounting how I met Caleb and how we made the baby that was now growing inside of me. I could vividly remember the day he walked up to me in the gardens, the beginning of our love story.FLASHBACK I had just clocked 20 years when I began to feel so drawn to Caleb. Even now, as I stood in a crowd of werewolves celebrating the festival of the moon goddess, I could easily pick up his alluring scent that was beginning to drive me crazy, and at different times, I had seen him steal