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Violet's POV The morning is fresh, and the sun is just beginning to rise, casting soft, golden light across the path ahead. The forest is quiet, the only sounds being the soft rustle of leaves and the distant calls of birds. The air smells of earth, pine, and something faintly sweet from the flowers blooming nearby. Thereโs a calmness that fills the space, and for the first time in a long time, I feel like I can breathe.I get up and begin to prepare myself for the day's journey. โIt's going to be a great day, mama.โ I hear Corin say. He is standing beside his mama, who is combing his hair, with a soft, affectionate smile on her face.โAnd how do you know that?โ She asks, her smile growing.โI can just feel it.โ Corin says, his tone filled with conviction. โHe's right!โ I yell, loud enough for the woman to hear. She turns to me, her smile widening further as our eyes meet. Corin is right, today is really going to be a great day. After several days of feeling like a shadow of mysel
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Violet's POV I walk beside Jack at the head of the pack, my steps in sync with his, feeling strangely at ease. The tension thatโs haunted me for weeks has lifted, and for once, my mind feels clear. I focus on the rhythm of our march, the sound of our footsteps, and the murmur of voices behind us. It feels like weโre all together in purpose, moving toward the same goal.But as we make our way deeper into the woods, a familiar chill creeps over me, one Iโve come to dread. The tetherโs presence settles in my mind, icy and relentless, creeping in like a shadow I canโt shake. I try to push it away, but itโs too strong, and my steps falter, dragging me back. Soon, I find myself falling behind, drifting to the edge of the group.I donโt want to let him in, but his voice slithers into my thoughts, coiled with disdain. โSo eager to walk away from what needs to be done?โ His tone is sharp, tinged with anger. โI thought you wanted power, Violet. I thought you understood what that means.โI grit
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Jenna's POVThe next morning, I wake to the bright sun peeking through the window and a strong sense of purpose buzzing in my veins. Todayโs the day we really begin to transform the inn, to build the safe haven Greta and I talked about. After a quick breakfast, I find Eleanor, Raina, and Greta already setting up supplies in the main hall. Thereโs a quiet excitement in the air, and I can see the determination etched into everyoneโs faces.Greta had told Rosie about the renovation plan yesterday, and sure enough, Rosie arrives soon after with a young man at her side. Heโs tall and sturdy, with dark, thoughtful eyes that sweep over the room before resting on me. Thereโs a confidence in the way he moves, calm and assured, like someone used to hard work.โJenna,โ Rosie says, a warm smile on her face, โthis is my son, Raymond. He wanted to lend a hand.โI take his outstretched hand in a firm shake, a bit taken aback by how intently he watches me, his gaze steady and curious. โNice to meet y
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Jenna's POVI sit on the edge of my bed, the soft glow of the setting sun spilling in through the window. Raina leans back, her arms behind her head, looking at me with a teasing smile. โYou remember the first time we met?โ she asks, raising an eyebrow.I laugh, nodding. โHow could I forget? It was that awful customer, Mr. Williams.โRaina grins, shaking her head. โI remember. You looked like you were about to break into pieces. That guy was a piece of work.โโI was trying so hard to keep my cool,โ I say, rolling my eyes. โBut he kept yelling about how he didnโt order egg sandwiches, even though it was clearly written down. I didnโt know how to handle it. I just wanted to get out of there.โ I smile, though, remembering how hard it had been for me back then. Raina snorts, lying back on her bed. โYou handled it better than I would have, honestly. I knew he was in the wrong, but you know how it goes. He was regular. They donโt want to lose their โvaluableโ customers.โ She uses air quot
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Jenna's POVThe next morning, Raymond is one of the first to arrive, greeting us with an easy smile and a bag of tools slung over his shoulder. I give him a polite nod, then turn back to the paint Iโm mixing, keeping my focus on the work.โGood morning, Jenna,โ he says, his voice bright as he steps closer. โReady for round two?โโAlways,โ I reply, not looking up. I can sense his curiosity, but Iโm not in the mood for small talk.โDidnโt get too sore from yesterday, did you?โ He chuckles, watching me with a friendly smile.I shake my head. โNope, Iโm used toโฆ physical work.โโReally?โ He raises an eyebrow, intrigued. โYou donโt strike me as the type to be out doing, you know, heavy lifting.โโWell, thereโs a first time for everything,โ I say with a small smile, trying to keep my responses short.Raymond pauses, a slight grin tugging at his lips. "So... where are you from, Jenna? I mean, you must have an interesting story, showing up here with all these skills.โI shrug, not meeting his
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Jennaโs POVA week later, the inn is completely transformed. The building looks nothing like the tired, run-down place it once was. The townspeople know exactly what it used to beโa dilapidated inn with a reputation for being outdated and unwelcomingโbut today, itโs full of life, warmth, and promise. Thereโs still a faint scent of fresh paint in the air, mingling with the earthy smell of newly laid wood and soft fabrics. The lawn is well-kept, the hedges are trimmed, and everything about the place feels brand new. It was my idea to completely overhaul the inn. I pushed Greta to see its potential, until she finally agreed. And now, I canโt help but feel proud. The vision was mine, but without everyoneโs hard work, none of this wouldโve been possible.Eleanor, along with the others, pitched in to help. Sheโs been a huge support, just like everyone else.. Today is opening day, and thereโs a buzz in the air. The inn, once a place people avoided, is now the talk of the town. The lounge i
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Jenna's POVToday, Raina and I are behind the counter, setting out trays of warm, crusty bread and jugs of cream for the early risers who trickle in. Thereโs a sense of satisfaction in watching people relax, chatting softly at the tables, wrapped in the innโs quiet charm. Itโs strange to think this place used to be nearly empty, just another roadside inn. Now, it feels alive, as if Eleanorโs magic has breathed new life into it. Raina nudges me, nodding toward the door. โLooks like weโve got another curious visitor,โ she says, her voice barely a whisper. I glance over to see a young man stepping in. He looks around, taking in the vintage decor with a mild expression of surprise, as if heโd expected something entirely different. His clothes are nondescript, but thereโs something about his postureโa sharpness, an alertness that sets my instincts on edge. Raina senses it, too. Her eyes narrow slightly as she watches him, her posture shifting just enough to indicate sheโs on guard. โDoe
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Jenna's POVThe inn is silent, save for the occasional creak of its wooden beams, the kind of stillness that comes with the deep hours of the night. I lie awake, staring at the ceiling, my thoughts spinning like a restless storm. The spyโs mocking smirk lingers in my mind, his words echoing over and over: โThe council knows. And theyโre coming.โEleanor insisted we would question him in the morning, but the anticipation burns in my chest. I canโt just sit here and wait. Every fiber of my being urges me to act, to uncover what he knows before itโs too late. I throw on a sweater and quietly slip out of my room, padding through the dimly lit hallway. The old floors groan under my feet, but I move carefully, listening for any sign that someone might be awake. The spy is locked up in the small storage room near the back of the inn, a makeshift holding cell we had no choice but to use.When I reach the door, I hesitate, my hand hovering over the latch. My wolf stirs beneath the surface, r
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PrologueJennaโs POVThe house is a haven of warmth and calm, filled with the low hum of contentment. Outside, the world continues to bustleโthe sounds of childrenโs laughter echo through the air, accompanied by the chatter of pack members as they go about their tasks. Weโve built something here, something beautiful, and I never imagined it would feel like this. I sit in a sturdy chair by the window, my feet propped up and my swollen belly cradled gently in my hands. It's almost timeโour child is growing inside me, and the thought brings a mixture of joy and anticipation. The days are passing slowly now, each one bringing us closer to the arrival of our little one. And with Jack by my side, I know we can face whatever the future holds. I hear footsteps approaching and look up to see Mia standing in the doorway, a soft smile on her face. She holds a bowl of warm water and a cloth in her hands, her expression a mix of eagerness and affection. โJenna,โ she says, her voice light. โI wa
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Jennaโs POV The next morning, I find Veronica standing by the edge of the clearing, her silhouette framed by the soft light of dawn filtering through the trees. The previous day had been filled with lots of hugs of goodbye. I had witnessed people cry as they'd embraced and promised to stay in touch. Greta had decided to return to her inn and rebuild it again. She had enjoyed the thrill of fighting and was glad that she was on the right side of history, but she needed to rest, and she couldn't think of a better place to do it. Raina and Caleb, though, had chosen to stay with us. And I was more than happy to still have them. Veronica looks serene despite her exhaustion, her posture as graceful as ever. Itโs a sight that brings a pang of nostalgia to my chest, a reminder of the countless hours weโd spent together training, laughing, and sharing dreams of a better future. I approach her slowly, hesitant for reasons I canโt quite articulate. She notices me immediately, her lips curvi
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Jackโs POV โAre you both joined together by the hip?โ Raina asks as she approaches Jenna and I. Jenna lets out a low chuckle as she disentangles from me and moves towards her friend to warmonger in a hug. โWe did it!โ I hear her say as she continues to stay in her embrace. Raina rubs her back fondly, returning Jenna's hug with a soft, sad smile. โWe did it, even though we're no longer complete.โ Jenna steps back and looks at Raina, whose eyes are now wet with tears. โThe last thing I expected was Eleanor's betrayal.โJenna's shoulders slump in sadness as she nods. โAt least we still have Greta and Caleb.โRaina smiles again as she clasps Jenna's hands in hers. โAt least we still do.โ As they continue to talk, Caleb and Greta join them, and I decide to step away and give them the privacy to talk and reunite. As soon as I am a considerable distance away from the group, Zephyr approaches me with a calm but deliberate stride, his golden eyes steady and unreadable. He stops a few f
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Jackโs POV Jenna has returned to the women, helping them with whatever she can and rationing the last of our supplies. I watch her, marveling at how far sheโs come. Sheโs not the same woman I foolishly rejected all those years ago. Jenna has always been brave, but now sheโs a force to be reckoned withโa leader in her own right. Her quick wit and relentless courage have saved me more than once, and I know, deep down, that I owe her more than just my life. As she laughs softly at something Raina says, my chest tightens with a mix of pride and longing. Maybe I needed to be stupid enough to let her go back then to realize what Iโd lost. Maybe my reckless decision to reject her wasnโt just a mistake but a painful lesson I had to learn to truly see her worth. And gods, sheโs worth everything. I watch her for a moment longer, my wolf pacing restlessly within me, yearning to be close to her. The thought of spending the rest of my life with herโof building something lasting when all this
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Jackโs POV The forest is quiet, save for the distant rustle of leaves and the occasional crackle of the embers still smoldering behind us. The air feels heavy, laden with the scent of ash and smoke from Violetโs pyre, and though her flame has burned out, the weight of her memory lingers. I catch sight of Jenna standing with Raina and a few of the other women. They're all talking and laughing, their voices ringing out steady and true. The sound of it makes my heart warm. We might have experienced our own loss, but we had emerged victorious. Jenna is beautiful in a way that makes my chest ache, her blonde hair catching the light and her shoulders held high despite the exhaustion I know sheโs feeling. Sheโs always been like that since we met againโstrong, unwavering. My anchor in a storm I was too blind to see for years. As I watch her, my mind drifts back to the look in her eyes earlier, when I spoke about Violet. It wasnโt judgment or anger I saw there, but confusion. Maybe even
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Jenna's POVThe trek through the forest is quiet, somber. Jordan carries Violetโs body in his arms, his face set in a grim mask of determination. None of us speak, but the weight of what weโve endured is palpable. Every step away from the battlefield feels heavier than the last.We find a small clearing as the sun begins to rise, its pale light filtering through the trees. The others gather around, their expressions weary but resolute. Zephyr and his peopleโno longer strangers but alliesโstand a respectful distance away. Even Veronica, her frailty evident as she leans against Zephyr for support, watches silently.Jordan kneels, carefully laying Violetโs body on the grass. He brushes a strand of her hair away from her face, his hands trembling. โIโm taking her home,โ he says, his voice raw. โShe deserves to rest where she belonged.โFor a moment I wonder whether he even remembers that there is no home for now. โJordanโฆโ Jack steps forward. โCarrying her all that way isnโt practical. I
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Jennaโs POVAs we prepare to leave the hideout, I look around, still in utter disbelief that it's really over. Blood stains the ground, and the metallic scent of it lingers in the air. The bodies of the council elders lie scattered, their once-mighty forms now lifeless and cold.Violetโs lifeless form rests where she fell, and though I ache to go to her, to pay my last respect, something else draws me forward.Eleanor.Sheโs still kneeling where we had chained her. She doesnโt look up as I approach, her head bowed, her long hair falling in a curtain around her face.Sue doesn't look up, nor does she say a thing as I approach. I watch her, my heart acting as I recall all that we had been through together. I remember the first day I had arrived the shelter, saved by a wonderful woman by the name Caroline. A kind human that I'd never forget. When I had gotten to the shelter, Eleanor had been one of the sheltered women who had been introduced to me. I had known as soon as I saw her that
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Jennaโs POVThe laughter of the elders grates against every nerve in my body, but itโs Jordanโs raw cry that truly shatters me. The sound of his grief echoes through the chamber, cutting through the taunts and jeers like a blade. Violetโs lifeless body lies in his arms, her sacrifice an unbearable weight on all of us. โGet up, Jordan,โ Jack commands, his voice cold and fierce. His hazel eyes are fixed on the elders, blazing with an anger Iโve never seen before. โShe gave her life for this fight. Donโt let her sacrifice be in vain.โ Jordan doesnโt respond at first, his shoulders shaking as he clings to Violet. But then, something shifts. A low growl rumbles from deep within his chest, growing louder until it fills the room. He lifts his head, his eyes no longer just filled with sorrow but something far darkerโpure, unrelenting rage. When he speaks, his voice is guttural, barely human. โYouโll pay for this.โ The ground beneath us trembles as Jordan rises, Violetโs body lifelessly la
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Jennaโs POV The battle rages on, each moment more chaotic than the last. The air crackles with energy, the shouts and snarls of my pack mixing with the mocking laughter of the council elders. Blood stains the ground, and the scent of it makes my stomach churn, but I canโt let myself falter. Jack fights with the ferocity of a true Alpha, his hazel eyes blazing as he clashes with the leader of the council. She meets his every move with a smirk, as though sheโs toying with him, her power radiating in waves. Nearby, Jordan fights with an unmatched intensity, his movements fueled by both desperation and determination. Heโs holding his own against a wiry elder, but I can see the strain in his stance, the exhaustion creeping into his limbs. โJordan, fall back!โ Jack shouts, his voice commanding even amidst the chaos. But Jordan doesnโt retreat. He presses on, his strikes fierce but reckless. I canโt blame himโhis daughter had not only betrayed her own pack but had been chained and kept
