Novels by Softly Ashanti

Alpha Zane sat lost in thought in his dimly lit chambers, the flickering candles casting long shadows on the walls. The scroll, delivered by one of his guards, was clutched tightly in his hand, his knuckles white.How did I reject Maya and choose her sister? he wondered. Maya is weak but hardworking. Zara, on the other hand, is sassy and also the strongest woman in the pack, he murmured.He tried replaying the events leading up to his choice, but the images seemed foggy.He opened the scroll with shaky hands for the umpteenth time. The parchment crackled as he unrolled it, the sound echoing through the silent chambers. The moment his eyes landed on the content, his heart burned. “The omega you rejected is coming with me,” it declared boldly in Alpha Kane’s writing.“Who the hell does he think he is?” Zane growled. First, he postponed the contract, and now this! He felt his neck veins pulsing. His whole body vibrated with fury. “I don't care if he is the supreme Alpha, I will make him

Maya and the guard assigned to accompany her walked in silence, each lost in their thoughts. The guard kept stealing glances at Maya at intervals. “Erm, Maya?” He called, hesitantly. Maya turned to look at him, raising a brow. “I’m sorry, for how I’ve always treated you in this pack,” he said, his eyes troubled.“No, it’s fine. I bear no grudges I mean you’re not the only one it’s a general thing.” she shrugged.“I know, Maya. I’m sorry for everything that has happened, including yesterday's events. I pray the Moon Goddess grants you another mate,” he added, his voice laced with something Maya couldn't decipher.The mention of her rejection stung her heart. She held her chest, clutching the guard's hand for support to balance her faltering steps, while Lana whimpered in her head. “Maya, are you okay?” He asked concern etched on his face.“I’m fine; you can go back now. I can find my way home myself.” Maya replied.“Did I say something wrong?” he asked, confused .“Just go,” she

“No, Alpha I wouldn’t dare,” Zane responded adjusting himself on his seat. “Good this meeting his over, I need rest,” Kane said leaving no room for argument. “Guards!” Zane called out loudly and they rushed in. “Take the alpha and his assistant to the guest inn,” he instructed and they nodded. Alpha Kane stood up, on seeing that Gavin who was still munching on his roasted meat stood up too not without carrying two pieces of meat. And together they followed the guards. Once sure that they were out of earshot Alpha Zane snatched a cup from the table and smashed it on the wall, it shattered with a loud crack. He lifted his hand to shield his face from injuries his chest heaving with rage and a maid nearby flinched. “Hey, you clean up that mess” he instructed leaving the dining. -- - - Meanwhile, at the healer’s hut, the warm scent of boiling herbs drifted through the small room. Maya lay on a narrow bed, her gaze fixed on the ceiling as the healer moved about, mixing powders

They were scars on different parts of Maya’s body, wide and narrow scars, some were fresh, and some had dried up. “Who did this to you, Maya?” The healer asked her in a trembling voice. “If I am to tell you, will it make a difference?” Maya fired with bitterness in her voice. “I’m sorry, Maya… I’m so sorry for all you might have gone through in the hands of the pack” the healer said. “I’m used to it, so it doesn’t matter” Maya replied her voice laced with indifference. The healer kept quiet on sensing that Maya wasn't ready to talk about it. She wrapped up Maya’s wound and gave her herbs to make her sleep. As Maya placed the cup to her lips, she had a flashback. One morning, she was in the backyard humming softly while washing the heap of clothes Zara had assigned her to wash. Her stomach rumbled but she dared not move an inch till she was done with the clothes. She was still engrossed in washing the clothes when a high-pitched voice called out. “Maya!! Where th

Gavin came closer, concern edged on his face. “Alpha Kane, is she still alive?” he asked, placing his ear on her chest to check for a heartbeat. At first, he heard none, but then he pressed harder and heard a faint thump, and a sigh escaped his lips. “Alpha she needs proper treatment what do we do?” Gavin asked with a sense of urgency. “We take her back to her pack,” he said sniffing the air. “From her scent, I can tell she's from the Blood Moon pack.” Alpha Kane replied. “Beta Gavin come and place her on my back” he instructed. Gavin’s eyes widened, the Alpha never allowed skin contact with people let alone a stranger Gavin wondered as he hurriedly did as he was told. “Thankfully we are heading that same way”, Gavin said. The alpha only nodded leading the way while others followed suit. On arriving at the pack territory, the guards at the border stepped aside. Alpha Kane's reputation surpassed him. He isn't just an alpha he is the supreme Alpha the leader of all seven pac

Today was the day. The day Zane, the heir, would be crowned Alpha of the Blood Moon Pack, following his father's passing. It was also the day he would likely find his mate. A shiver ran down Maya's spine, a mix of fear and resignation. Maya was a weak omega, the most looked down upon in the pack. As the beta's daughter, she carried a double burden: the shame of her low status and the pressure to uphold her family's honor. She always avoided gatherings, preferring the solitude of the forest to the judging eyes of the pack members. But today was different. Everyone was required to be present. The coronation was a sacred event, a display of unity and strength. There was no escaping it. "Maya, make sure you attend the ceremony, and don't disgrace us," her father instructed, his voice stern and devoid of warmth. He didn't meet her gaze as he spoke, preoccupied with his duties. Maya nodded silently, her heart sinking. How could she not disgrace them? She was an omega, weak and insignif