LOGINMonths later…Silvercrest had been rebuilt.The massive estate stood proudly beneath the evening sky, fully rebuilt in white stone and silver. Fountains flowed peacefully through the courtyard while rows of silver roses lined the restored pathways leading toward the palace entrance.The Silvercrest crest flew high above the estate towers once more.George Williams’ statue stood proudly at the center of the estate gardens, carved in silver marble with one hand resting over his heart as though still watching over his kingdom.Inside the grand entrance hall, his portrait hung once again above the royal staircase.Thousands of citizens filled the estate grounds beneath massive ceremonial banners representing the Bradley Pack, Silvercrest Pack, and Northsmith Kingdom.Music echoed beautifully across the territory while council elders, Alphas, executives, warriors, and citizens gathered for the coronation ceremony.Inside the royal chambers, Nadia stood silently before the massive mirror wh
The Council Hall had not seen this much tension in years.Rows of powerful Alphas, council elders, executives, and territorial representatives filled the massive chamber beneath the silver banners of the North. Murmurs spread quietly through the room while reporters waited outside the sealed doors hoping for updates.Everyone expected today to be simple.A formal announcement.A public reconciliation.Nadia Williams returning quietly to stand beside Conrad Bradley as Luna.Nothing more.But the moment Nadia entered the chamber, Valentine immediately realized those people had made a terrible mistake.Gold silk wrapped elegantly around her body while the restored Silvercrest crest rested proudly against her chest. Conrad walked beside her, but even he remained slightly behind her intentionally.That alone unsettled the elders.Nadia was not following him.They reached the center of the chamber together.Conrad pulled out the chair beside his own at the head council table.Nadia looked a
Late at night, the soft glow of the bathroom light spilled across the bedroom floor as Nadia stood before the mirror, her damp hair cascading down her shoulders. She ran the comb through the long strands slowly. The door creaked open and she saw Conrad's reflection before she heard his voice."Nadia," he whispered, his voice cracking. "Please. I cannot hold it in any longer. Let me make love to you. I beg you."She turned slowly, the comb still in her hand, and her heart ached at the sight of him so undone. She put a finger to her lips. "Shhh," she said softly. "I was going to come to you tonight."He stepped closer, his hands trembling as he reached for her but stopped short. "Every second of every day, my desire for you goes wild. I cannot think, I cannot breathe, I cannot focus on anything except the memory of your body against mine."Nadia set the comb down on the vanity and faced him fully, her nightie clinging to her curves. "Conrad...""I have loved you far longer than you real
Three days after the wedding disaster, the massive gates of Bradley territory opened slowly while rows of warriors lined both sides of the entrance dressed in ceremonial black and silver armor.Citizens gathered outside the palace roads watching excitedly as a long motorcade approached from the Northsmith Kingdom.“The Northsmith Alpha is here!”“That’s Alpha Kesta!”“I heard he saved Nadia Williams!”Excited murmurs spread rapidly through the crowd.The vehicles finally stopped before the Bradley estate.Then Alpha Kesta stepped out.His dark ceremonial coat carried the Northsmith crest proudly over one shoulder while several elite warriors followed closely behind him.Unlike before, he was not arriving in secrecy.Today he arrived as an honored ally.At the top of the palace stairs, Conrad stood waiting beside Nadia.Conrad Junior rested peacefully in Nadia’s arms while Valentine and Nancy stood nearby.The second Kesta’s eyes landed on Nadia and the child alive and safe beside Conr
Bradley Headquarters had never seen a crowd this large before.Thousands gathered outside the massive building despite the heavy morning downpour. News drones hovered across the sky while giant screens broadcast the emergency press conference live.The entire kingdom stood still waiting for answers.Inside the conference hall, tension filled the air.Council elders sat in the front rows dressed in ceremonial black robes while executives, reporters, and neighboring pack representatives whispered nervously among themselves.At exactly noon, the massive doors opened.Silence fell instantly.Conrad walked in first.But this time something about him looked different.Beside him walked Nadia.Dressed in simple elegant gold silk that shimmered beneath the lights while Conrad Junior rested peacefully in her arms.Gasps echoed softly through the hall.Some people looked emotional seeing her alive.Others looked guilty.Ashamed.Because months ago this same kingdom mourned her while secretly be
The Bradley mansion had never felt this quiet before.Soft firelight flickered across the dining hall while rain tapped gently against the tall windows overlooking Irongard. Most of the staff had been dismissed for the night under Conrad’s orders.Nadia sat quietly at the long dining table wearing one of Conrad’s dark sweaters over fresh bandages. Her damp hair rested loosely around her shoulders while Conrad Junior slept peacefully inside a bassinet near the fireplace.Conrad sat across from her.Silent.His untouched glass of wine rested beside his hand while his eyes remained fixed on Nadia almost painfully.The silence between them was not awkward.It was emotional.Conrad finally lowered his gaze first.“I keep looking at you because I’m afraid this is another hallucination.”Nadia’s chest tightened instantly.“You hallucinated me?”A weak laugh escaped him.“For a while you know.”He rubbed his jaw tiredly.“I saw you everywhere.”His voice dropped lower.“In the office.”“In my
Nadia was excited and equally exhausted as she alighted from the cab ride, she was so happy to be home, away from the stagnant traffic she had encountered on her way back. She pushed through the door, her lungs finally catching a breath of freshly homemade food, her stomach grumbled. Under her arm,
Valentine stepped into Alpha Conrad’s office, a stack of reports balanced in his arm. He froze mid-stride.Was that a smile on Alpha Conrad’s face?Alpha Conrad was leaning back in his chair, a soft, genuine smile was etched onto the Alpha’s face as he sat lost in thought."Are you... are you actua
Nelson’s grip on her hands tightened, his eyes flickering with a secret he wasn't ready to name.The question hung in the air between them. Nadia didn’t pull her hands away this time; she held his gaze, waiting for the mask to slip."Why, Nelson?" she repeated, her voice steady. "Three years we hav
Nadia stepped into the cramped living room to find her mom sprawled on the small, lumpy couch, her eyes closed, her breathing shallow."Mom?" Nadia whispered, dropping her bag by the door. "Did you just get back?"Estelle groaned softly, shifting her weight. "About ten minutes ago, honey. My bones







