LOGINSummer'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
I frowned. "Alpha David Mercer? The Alpha from the California coastal pack?""Yes, he's marrying some healer he met while studying abroad. European, I believe." Her perfectly manicured nails tapped against my desk. "It's an excellent networking opportunity. Several Council members will be attending.
The auctioneer's mouth curved into a satisfied smile beneath his mask. "I see your enthusiasm is high tonight. I would be remiss not to reward such generosity."His fingers twined around the edge of the white fabric, then pulled downward with a flourish.The silk floated gracefully through the air,
"Time will prove everything. Just you wait and see." As the last syllable fell, the bathroom door closed with a clatter.That closed door, along with the sound of running water from inside, made me—usually the epitome of cool composure—suddenly feel unsettled.Her words kept repeating in my mind:"B
Author's POV"Miss Elena!" Pack servants bowed respectfully as she stormed through the corridors of the David Pack's grand estate.Despite the disapproval from both the Alpha's mother and sister, no one dared show disrespect to the woman their future Alpha had chosen as his mate—especially when Alph







