LOGINYet something broke inside me at his words. Memories I'd tried to suppress came rushing back—my youthful infatuation, the way I'd pursued him without shame, the heady excitement of our first hunt together. I remembered the disappointment of waiting for a marking proposal that never came, the hope I
(Aurora's POV)I stared at the moonstone marking pendant nestled in its velvet box, my breath caught in my throat. The stones gleamed under the gentle glow of the moon-crystal lights, casting prismatic reflections across the walls of our chamber.In our world, such a pendant wasn't merely jewelry—it
Her fingers traced the moonstones with delicate appreciation. "Wearing something worth over two thousand territory credits to a pack gathering seems a bit much."I couldn't resist stealing another kiss. "Luna Winters is never overdressed, no matter what.""Why the sudden gift?" she asked, looking up
(Alexander's POV)The territory air carried the sweet scent of pine as I stepped out of my ceremonial SUV. Twilight painted the Blackwood Ancestral Den in soft shadows, and I felt the day's tension begin to melt away. This was home.Before I could even close the car door, three excited forms barrele
I nestled closer, nuzzling into the warm curve of his neck, breathing in his scent. The night settled over us like a protective cloak, our small family safe in its embrace.(Alexander's POV)The territory was abuzz with news of Blackwood Pack's triumph. After securing the major Advanced Moon-Crystal
The bitter wolfsbane smoke filled my lungs, momentarily dulling my senses. We stood in silence for several minutes, two wolves bound by blood but separated by circumstance."And now?" I finally asked. "Do you still love her?"Dominic stared into the middle distance, his expression unreadable."I don
(Aurora's POV)The dining room of the Blackwood Ancestral Den felt both familiar and foreign as I took my seat at the long oak table. The evening meal had been laid out with the usual Blackwood extravagance—roast venison, herb-infused bread, forest vegetables harvested at the peak of freshness.I fo
(Aurora's POV)I stared at Alexander's fevered face, his words hanging in the air between us like a physical thing. *Mark me again. Let us be true mates once more.*"How can you ask me that?" I whispered, my voice barely audible even to myself. "After everything?"His amber eyes burned with intensit
"Because I already know what matters most to me," he replied simply. "Our daughter needs both her parents, fully present in her life.""And you didn't think I deserved a say?" I challenged, accepting the glass but not drinking.His expression softened slightly. "Pack envoy opportunities will come ag
I swallowed hard, understanding dawning. "Why are you telling me this?"His amber eyes held mine steadily. "Because before you were ambitiously pursuing pack standing, you were passionate about ancient healing lore. I remember how your eyes lit up when discussing the old texts."Tears pricked at my







