Chapter: Chapter twenty-three Thalia pov I stood frozen for a moment, my mind reeling from the four words that had just changed everything: "I have a mate." Asher's words echoed in my head, but my reaction didn't match the situation. Instead of backing off, a spark ignited within me. I knew he wasn't mine, but the challenge was too enticing to ignore. I will surely make him mine. With newfound determination, I pushed aside the lingering thoughts of our encounter and focused on finding my brother, Enzo. The vibrant party scene around me was a blur as I scanned the crowd, my heels clicking on the pavement. The music pulsed through the air, but I wasn't here to dance or have fun – not yet, at least. I had to find Enzo. As I navigated through the sea of people, a carefree couple twirling to the music caught my attention. They were lost in their own world, oblivious to everything else. Too lost, it seemed, because they almost collided with me. "Hey, watch it!" I warned, my voice sharp enough to cut through the mus
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Chapter: Chapter twenty-two Asher povI stood in front of the mirror, adjusting my cufflinks as I gazed at my reflection. The black tuxedo my brothers had picked out for me fit perfectly, accentuating my broad shoulders and lean physique. I smirked, feeling like a million bucks. The sound of a knock at the door broke my reverie, and I strode over to open it."About time you got dressed," I said, swinging the door open to reveal my brothers, Demian, and Mason, standing in the hallway, looking dapper in their own tuxedos. Demian's eyes sparkled with amusement as he handed me a black bow tie."You're wearing this," he said, his voice firm but playful. "No arguments."I raised an eyebrow, taking the bow tie from him. "You know I'm perfectly capable of tying my own tie, right?"Mason chuckled, leaning against the doorframe. "Yeah, but where's the fun in that? Besides, we brought your shoes, and Demian's been practising his shoe-tying skills."Demian shot Mason a mock-glare. "Hey, I'm a master shoe-tier now."I laughe
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Chapter: Chapter twenty oneRufus povI gently laid Isabella on the old wooden mattress, her pale face a stark contrast to the vibrant colours of my paintings. Damn it, I shouldn't have told her she smells like dust. The words had slipped out, and now... I paced back and forth across my room, my hair dishevelled, tension palpable. The weight of the situation bore down on me like a physical force.What the hell had I done? I grabbed my jacket, ready to bolt out the door and clear my head. But as I reached for the door handle, a voice stopped me. "Rufus, where's the black horse? I couldn't find it in the third room." I turned to face one of the stable guys, his expression expectant.I moved back, my eyes narrowing. "Check the fifth room," I said curtly, trying to keep my tone neutral. As we walked down the corridor, the guy's voice grated on my nerves. "Hey, Rufus, I'm thirsty. Can I get some water from your room?"My instincts kicked in, and I turned to block his path. "No, go get it from the kitchen," I said, my
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Chapter: chapter twenty Isabella povI crashed into a solid wall of muscle and strong arms wrapped around me, holding me steady. My heart skipped a beat as I hesitated to look up, fearing the worst. But the deep, rumbling voice that spoke was unfamiliar, and the words "Easy, niece." sent a wave of relief washing over me. I let out a shuddering breath and rested my head against his chest, feeling the warmth of his body seep into mine.As I stepped back, my gaze drifted up to his face, and I took in the rugged features - a strong jawline, piercing gold eyes, and a messy beard that framed his face. He was imposing, but his eyes were kind, and his voice was gentle. I moved back a little, still feeling a bit scared, and looked around. We were in a stable, surrounded by horses being groomed and fed. The scent of hay and leather filled the air."Don't be scared," he said, his voice low and soothing. "You're safe here." He guided me towards an old building, the wooden sign creaking in the wind. Inside, the space was
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Chapter: Chapter nineteen Isabella povI spun around, admiring my reflection in the mirror. The white knitted gown hugged my hourglass figure perfectly, and my shoulder-length hair framed my face just right. I couldn't help but feel a little smug about the changes in my body. Who knew being a werewolf would come with some awesome perks?Just then, my mom's voice drifted from the doorway. "You look beautiful, Isabella." I turned to face her, a smile spreading across my face. She was covered in flour, her hair tied up in a messy bun. I chuckled, feeling a surge of affection for her."Thanks, Mom," I said, trying to sound shy. "I get to have a proper introduction with the mother of the triplet alphas." My mom's expression turned serious, and I knew she was thinking about the last meeting that didn't exactly go smoothly."That's good news, I guess the last meeting with her didn't go well, huh?" I said, raising an eyebrow.Mom sighed, her eyes clouding over. "Let's just say it didn't exactly go as planned." She pau
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Chapter: Chapter eighteen Enzo pov INVESTIGATE I stood up, my eyes locked on the mysterious woman, and walked towards her with a mixture of curiosity and caution. As I approached, she turned her gaze to me, and our eyes met in a fleeting moment of connection. I forced a warm smile, trying to put her at ease, and sat down beside her."Hey, don't be nervous," I said, trying to sound as gentle as possible. "I don't bite." I chuckled softly, attempting to break the ice.The woman's gaze softened, and she smiled back at me, her eyes crinkling at the corners. "Thanks," she replied, her voice still echoing in my mind like a haunting melody.I studied her profile, searching for any resemblance to Isabella, but there was none. Yet, the similarity in their voices continued to intrigue me. Who was this woman, and why did she have such an uncanny effect on me?As Thalia handed her a glass of water, the woman's hands brushed against hers, and I noticed a faint tremble in her fingers. She was nervous, and I couldn't blame
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Chapter: Chapter sixty As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm orange glow over the kingdom, I felt a shiver run down my spine. The ritual was about to begin, and I was both excited and terrified. Arianna stood beside me, her eyes fixed on the king as he prepared the sacred circle."Kael, are you ready?" the king asked, his voice firm but laced with a hint of concern.I nodded, trying to appear braver than I felt. The power surge earlier had left me drained, but I knew I had to push through. Arianna's hand brushed against mine, a gentle reminder that she was there for me.The king began to chant, his voice rising and falling in a soothing cadence. The air around us seemed to vibrate with energy, and I could feel the power stirring within me. Arianna's eyes met mine, and I saw a spark of encouragement there.As the ritual progressed, the energy built in intensity. I felt myself being lifted out of my body, my spirit merging with the power that coursed through the circle. The king's chanting grew
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Chapter: chapter fifty nine I stormed out of the castle, the cool night air hitting me like a slap in the face. The darkness seemed to match my mood, and I felt a sense of liberation as I walked away from the oppressive walls. I didn't know where I was going, but I needed to get away from the castle, from Kael, and from the suffocating expectations.As I walked through the quiet streets, I felt a sense of clarity wash over me. I realized that I had been living in a state of denial, pretending that everything was fine when it wasn't. Kael's infidelity was just a symptom of a larger problem - our relationship was a sham, a duty-bound obligation rather than a love match.I thought about my conversation with my father, and the sacrifice that was to come. Was I truly doing it for the kingdom's sake, or was it a desperate attempt to hurt Kael and Arianna? The more I thought about it, the more I realized that my motivations were mixed. But one thing was certain - I would see this through, no matter the cost.As I turne
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Chapter: Chapter fifty eight Arianna povI stood before the king, my heart heavy with the weight of my decision. I had come to offer myself as the key to Alpha Kael's survival, but also to ensure his departure from our lives. The king's piercing gaze met mine, and I steeled myself for the conversation ahead."Your Majesty," I began, my voice steady. "I've come to tell you that I'm willing to proceed with the ritual. Let's begin the preparations."The king's expression turned calculating, and he nodded thoughtfully. "Very well, Arianna. I'll summon the elder and the necessary materials. But are you certain you're prepared for what's to come?"I nodded resolutely, pushing aside the doubts that threatened to creep in. "I'm ready, Your Majesty. For Alpha Kael's sake, and for mine."The king's gaze lingered on me, and for a moment, I thought I saw a glimmer of curiosity. "Very well, Arianna. We'll begin the preparations immediately. The ritual will take place at sundown."I nodded, feeling a sense of relief wash over
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Chapter: chapter fifty-seven Kael pov As I leaned against the wall, a weight pressed down on my shoulder, and I swallowed hard against the pain. It felt like a thousand needles were piercing my skin, and something was crawling under my flesh. My heart ached as I tried to rise from the couch, but my legs buckled beneath me. I fell hard onto the floor, the impact jolting through my body. Powers long dormant began to stir within me, like a beast awakening from a deep slumber. I could feel it coursing through my veins, burning like wildfire. My alpha instincts were rising to the surface, and I was powerless to stop it. The room around me began to blur, and I felt like I was being consumed by a force beyond my control. The pain was intense, like my body was being torn apart and put back together again. I gritted my teeth, trying to ride out the wave of agony, but it only seemed to intensify. Sweat dripped from my brow, and my vision began to tunnel. I was losing myself to the power, and I knew I had to fight back.
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Chapter: Chapter fifty sixElaine’s POV I clenched my fist so hard I felt the sting of my nails biting into my palm. The room was cold—silent—but inside, I was burning. They were doing this in the open now. Flaunting it. Kael, the Alpha—the one I was meant to stand beside—choosing a rogue-blooded stray over me? Over everything we’d built? The alliance. The power. The future. And her—that girl, walking around with his scent, wrapped around her like a trophy, like she belonged here? She didn’t. Arianna didn’t understand what it meant to be part of this pack, this legacy. She wasn’t raised for it. She wasn’t trained. She was chaos wrapped in temptation, with eyes that made even the strongest men forget their purpose. But not me. I didn’t forget. I remembered everything. The years spent preparing. The sacrifices. The smile Kael used to wear when we were younger—carefree, before duty sharpened him into steel. Before she came along and made him soft. And now? Now, the council was slipping through
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Chapter: chapter fifty five Kael’s POV The rain was still whispering against the windows when I stepped back into my quarters, the scent of her still hanging in the air—wild rain, warm skin, and something else. Something of mine. She was sitting by the fire, wrapped in a blanket, legs tucked beneath her. Her head turned at the sound of the door, and for a moment, the world just... stopped. Arianna. Goddess, I didn’t know how she did it. How she made me feel like the ground beneath my feet was shaking and solid all at once. One look from her could settle my wolf or drive him into a frenzy. The patrol had been dealt with—quick and clean. A couple of rogues testing the borders, nothing serious. But the entire time I’d been out there, all I could think about was her. The fire in her eyes. The vulnerability in her voice. The way she had looked at me before I left, as if handing me a piece of her and daring me not to drop it. I hadn’t. I wouldn’t. “Did you win?” she asked, eyes glinting with tired amusement.
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