LOGIN(Siena's POV)My pulse stutters unevenly as I struggle to comprehend what I'm feeling.Beside me, Raiden's entire body tenses, his muscles rigid beneath the fitted fabric of his shirt, posture radiating barely-contained fury.His protective stance positions him squarely between me and this newcomer,
(Raiden's POV)We're gathered in the airy central chamber of Windhowl's main hall.The moment Siena smiles openly during the council meeting, my heart stutters in my chest—a quiet, profound reminder of everything I once lost, and everything I'm determined never to lose again.Afternoon sunlight stre
My breath catches softly, heart stumbling gently beneath quiet anxiety. Yet beneath hesitation lies cautious curiosity, openness I carefully nurture. I nod slowly. “Of course.” His voice remains gentle, carefully phrased to remove pressure or expectation. “Would you consider dinner? It's not reconc
(Siena's POV)The bruises on my skin have faded, yet the persistent ache deep inside my chest refuses to heal, Raiden's words echoing relentlessly within my mind despite my stubborn attempts to silence them.A week has passed since the attack, and Windhowl and Silverfang are finally beginning to hea
(Raiden's POV)The metallic scent of blood and antiseptic fills my lungs, mingling into a nauseating cocktail that twists my stomach into knots, but I refuse to leave Siena's side even for a moment.Around us, chaos slowly yields to order. Security forces carefully secure Lila and Mia, their wrists
(Siena POV)Chaos erupts instantly, and Lila lunges swiftly toward me, teeth bared, eyes glowing, glinting dangerously beneath dim lighting.Instinctively, Raiden moves protectively forward, yet equally instinctively, I shift swiftly to shield him, deliberately placing myself between Raiden and Lila
Without the stage of Raiden’s adoration, she doesn’t bother with the charm. There’s only cold, vicious satisfaction in her eyes now.The woman I’ve seen in fleeting moments over the years, the one who wears the mask of sweetness for his benefit, is standing before me in full, unrestrained form.Lila
***The moon hangs high, casting an ethereal glow over the empty space. I shouldn’t be here. But my feet carry me forward, unbidden.And then I see her.Siena.She’s alone, her movements fluid and precise as she goes through her drills. Her body moves with lethal grace, every motion a testament to h
If I hadn’t been so selfish. If I had just told her the truth when I had the chance.But no. I’ve made my choice. I’m not going to let her drag me back into that painful mess.That night, after the dinner I find myself alone in my quarters, the weight of the day pressing down on me.The laughter and
(Raiden’s POV)The territorial expansion challenge begins with Silverfang presenting first.I step up to the podium, exuding confidence, taking my place as Alpha King.My fingers brush the polished wood as I survey the room—council members in their pressed suits, rival pack representatives watching







