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
"But you seemed to know so much about—" I began, confused by how a child her age could know enough about Alexander to use his name and reputation so effectively."I heard my uncle talking about him before," she explained, as if reading my thoughts. "That's how I knew I could use his name to scare pe
Sarah’s POVThe bumpy car ride made me nauseous. I struggled to open my heavy eyelids, only to be greeted by complete darkness.My neck throbbed with pain, my head foggy. It took several moments to gather my thoughts as the image of a chubby, rosy-cheeked little face floated into my mind.Memories s
In that split second, my left hand flicked outward.With practiced reflexes, Scar Face dodged to the side, easily avoiding my seeming attack. A smug look crossed his face—until he caught the sweet scent in the air.He looked down at my tear-streaked face, noticing the cold, calculated look in my eye
Sarah’s POVOnce Elena emerged from the changing room, the store manager finally approached with her staff, their faces painted with guilt as they took the damaged wedding dress."We're so sorry, Miss Elena," the manager said, her eyes downcast."It's fine," Elena replied softly.I could tell exactl







