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
*The next day*(Alexander's POV)My fingers tightened around the steering wheel as I stared at the Blackwood Pack's ceremonial council chambers. The building loomed before me, ancient and imposing against the morning sky."Alpha heir, are you certain about this?" Eva's concerned voice broke through
"We'll find a solution," I heard Alexander say, his voice gentle. "Your father's situation isn't beyond repair, Nora.""I'm just afraid," she replied, her voice trembling. "If we lose our territory rights completely..."Alexander squeezed her hand reassuringly. "I have considerable influence with th
My mother's face paled. "You sound obsessed.""Perhaps I am." I turned back to her, my decision immovable. "But Aurora Winters belongs to me, mother. And I will have what's mine."She left in a flutter of distress, no doubt heading straight to my father's study to complain about my stubbornness. I d
(Aurora's POV)The rain fell in gentle curtains across the territory, droplets splattering against the rooftop clearing of my healing den. I stood alone, a rare wolfsbane-infused cigarette between my fingers. I'd never been one for smoking, but tonight seemed to call for it.I watched as raindrops e







