Mag-log inSummer's POVFive Years LaterI stood on our bedroom balcony overlooking the vast territory of the Blackwood Pack, my hands resting on my swollen belly where our second child—a son, according to Elena's abilities—was growing strong and healthy.The morning sunlight bathed our lands in a golden glow,
I released my grip slightly, maintaining enough pressure to keep him submissive. *You've been corrupted by dark, Lucien. Fight it. For Thea's sake if nothing else.*"Thea," he whispered, the name seeming to pierce through layers of madness like sunlight through storm clouds. "My daughter..."The red
All around me, the battle raged like something from ancient times. Alexander's pack fought with everything they had, their loyalty to their Alpha evident in every savage attack, but Lucien's forces were numerous and fueled by fanatical purpose. We were holding our own, but barely.Then I saw him—Luc
Summer's POVThe morning mist swirled like ghostly tendrils around the advancing warriors as I stood beside Alexander on the steps of the pack house.My heart thundered against my ribs, the bond between us vibrating with tension as Lucien's forces moved with predatory grace across our territory."He
Summer's POVI drifted into exhausted sleep in Alexander's arms, my body pleasantly sore from our passionate reunion. The world around me faded, replaced by strange, ethereal mists that swirled and parted to reveal a familiar face I hadn't seen in years."Lyra?" I gasped, my heart leaping with joy a
Summer's POVWith a growl, he lifted me, carrying me to the massive bed that dominated the room. Our clothes fell away under urgent hands, revealing skin that ached to be touched. His lips traced a burning path down my neck, across my collarbone, to the sensitive peaks of my breasts."Mine," he rasp
Summer's POVI felt it stir within me—a presence both foreign and familiar—awakening with a quiet certainty that stole the breath from my lungs.A new wolf.A gift I never imagined I could receive.I had always believed a werewolf only ever had one wolf. One soul. One bond."Who are you?" I asked si
Author's POVIsabelle stood by the window of her secluded cabin nestled deep within the forest bordering Blackwood territory, swirling a glass of champagne as she gazed out at the shadowy trees.Her wolf, Diana, paced restlessly inside her, savoring their victory. Everything had gone precisely accor
Summer's POVThe sacred grove was bathed in moonlight when I arrived with Elena at my side. She squeezed my hand reassuringly as we walked the path lined with flickering candles toward the ancient oak at the center of the clearing."Breathe," she whispered. "You look like you might pass out."I forc
Summer's POVThe world collapsed around me the moment Alexander uttered those words. "Aria is missing." My body went cold despite the warmth of our tent in Iceland.We were dressed and packed within minutes, Alexander already on the phone arranging for the private jet. His voice was controlled but I







