She was a Rogue with a buried past. He was a Crowned Alpha with everything to lose. But fate has its own cruel plans. Alera only wanted a quiet life—far from the world that once turned her childhood into ashes. But her unexpected reunion with Rayvan—the arrogant Alpha who once shattered her pride—awakens the scars she thought she had buried for good. Rayvan never imagined his mate would be a lonely, poor, insignificant girl. A Rogue? To someone of noble blood like him, that’s the ultimate disgrace. Alera swore she would never fall for his charm. Rayvan, too, fights the bond with pride and bitterness. But one by one, the veils of truth begin to fall—about Alera, about the Bloodveil Pack, the most powerful in Moonvale… and about who Alera truly is. Can they defy a fate neither of them asked for, or will they be trapped in a bond written by blood and vengeance?
Lihat lebih banyakI stepped through the grand gate of the university. This was where I would study, pursue knowledge, and one day—fulfill my dreams.
They said Lycanridge University was the best in Ravenshade. To be accepted here, students had to compete with thousands of applicants and survive a series of intense selections. I was lucky to have passed the test—and even luckier to earn a scholarship.
I am a Rogue. An orphaned girl, abandoned by fate. I’ve always wanted to forget the past, but the blood running through my veins never lies. I will always remember where I came from. I used to live in Moonvale, a city that never sleeps. Even at night, traffic continued to move restlessly, and people lingered in coffee shops until late—sometimes chatting, sometimes alone, staring at the glittering city lights, or simply resting after a long day of work. My parents owned a small coffee shop. It was enough for us to live decently, enough for me to attend a good school. But peace never lasted. Lucian Drayce, the Alpha Sovereign of the Bloodveil Pack, tore down our coffee shop along with the surrounding stores, chasing his ambition to build the grandest academy the alphas had ever seen. An academy for future alphas. We were given no compensation. We asked for justice. But the voices of omegas are never heard. We were left homeless. One noble Alpha family offered us shelter and work. My mother cooked for them every morning. My father tended to their garden. And then came another tragedy. My father fell ill. Day by day, his condition worsened—even though the family tried to bring in the best doctors. Eventually, he passed away. My mother and I were devastated. The world shattered. I had lost the man who fought so hard for his family. My mother sank into depression. Her health declined. She followed him not long after. My world collapsed again. My heart broke into pieces—and to this day, it has never healed completely. The family we worked for was kind. But their son wasn’t. He almost did something unforgivable. That was when I ran away—to Ravenshade, with nothing but a little cash and whatever strength I had left. I liked this town. It wasn’t as busy as Moonvale, but Ravenshade had something Moonvale didn’t. Every day, I walked past rows of pine trees lining both sides of the road. The air was clean and crisp. People preferred walking to school, work, or the market. They only used cars for longer trips. The train was the favorite mode of transport. To survive, I worked part-time at a coffee shop after class. My name is Alera. A Rogue who chose to bury her past deep within. I blended in with humans, hiding my true identity. But even the human world can be just as cruel. Being a poor girl in an elite university made me quiet, friendless, and a frequent target of bullying. Injustice had become my closest companion. As I stepped into class, a group of mean students stared at me with their usual mocking eyes. “Well, well. The girl who always arrives the earliest is late today,” said Lilian with a smirk. She was the queen of the campus cheerleading team. Beautiful, rich, slim, with waist-length hair that gleamed—and the ability to stun anyone who looked her way. “She probably overslept after her shift at the coffee shop,” Samantha chuckled beside her. Her tone was laced with cruelty. Maybe this was why I had no close friends. The cheerleaders were admired by every girl on campus. Getting into the team meant instant popularity. No one dared cross them. Naturally, they hated me—the poor girl who didn’t belong. “Oh my, your shoes are horrible. So worn out. Don’t you have better ones?” Clara glanced at my feet in disgust. I had planned to buy new shoes after payday. Yes, these were old, but still wearable. They laughed without guilt. I stood frozen—because the P-Boys were gathered near my desk. And their leader was sitting on my chair. P-Boys. The Popular Boys. Handsome, wealthy, and arrogant. They were just like the cheerleaders—loud, spoiled, and cruel to those beneath them. “Don’t want to sit? What’s wrong? Scared of us?” Rayvan sneered. He was their king. They started bullying me after I accidentally overheard a conversation about the basketball competition. They had bribed their opponents. I hadn’t meant to hear it—but I knocked over a trash can, and they realized I was there. Since then, they made sure I paid the price. “Come on, Rayvan,” Richard said, tugging his friend’s sleeve. “Can’t you see how scared she is? Look at her eyes. She’s begging to sit.” “I’m not done sitting,” Rayvan said lazily. “If she wants to sit… she can sit on my lap.” Laughter exploded. “How lucky. Rayvan actually offered her a spot on his lap,” Alan mocked. “There’s a whole line of girls dying for that honor.” Rayvan smiled wickedly. His hawk-like eyes didn’t leave mine, daring me to flinch. “Let’s see if she has the guts.” Yes, he was handsome. Yes, he had a dazzling smile and a strong, fit body. But he was a bully. And sometimes, the universe needs to be reminded—A bullied girl is not always powerless. I stepped forward. They all gawked. I stood in front of Rayvan without saying a word. And then… I sat on his lap. The entire class gasped. Some covered their mouths. Alera—the poor, unwanted girl—now sat in the lap of the most popular boy on campus. I didn’t know what his face looked like. I was facing forward, his face hidden behind me. But I could feel him freeze. He hadn’t expected this. He thought I’d be afraid. He was wrong. Rayvan slowly lifted my arms, urging me to stand. “You’re disgusting. I don’t want to touch you,” he snapped. I stood up. He moved away quickly, brushing off his clothes like I’d contaminated them. I sat in my chair without a word. The P-Boys returned to their seats. I could still hear Rayvan muttering under his breath—calling me a filthy, worthless Rogue. I didn’t dare look at him. But something felt strange. His scent. It smelled like pine forest and petrichor—soft, calming, almost... familiar. How could a bully smell like this? Or was it a sign? No. I wouldn’t fall into that trap again. I had left that world behind. I would live as a human now.Alera’s POVI heard a voice calling my name, breaking through the night with a mix of desperate shouts and long, haunting howls. I glanced at the cheerleaders around me who were still fast asleep.“Aleraaaa...”The voice was unmistakably clear. Who was calling me at this hour? I grabbed my thick jacket and slipped it on for warmth before stepping out of the cabin. The camp was silent, every student seemed to have fallen into deep sleep.“Aleraaaa...”The call grew louder. I tried to follow the sound, my steps taking me toward the riverbank. It seemed to be coming from the other side of the stream. Could it be a Lycan in need of help?I walked along the river, scanning my surroundings. The world was drenched in darkness, lit only by the faint silver glow of the moon. The howling grew nearer, until my breath caught. Three grown men stood in front of me, their eyes glinting with something feral.“Finally, we found you, Rouge. Come with us. You don’t belong here. Alpha Damian is waiting f
Alera's POVThe howling grew louder, sharper, yet no one else in the hall seemed to notice. Was I the only one who heard it? Were there still packs living in Ravenshade? As far as I knew, they’d all moved to Moonvale.The scent of a Lycan was thick in the air. I knew some Lycans studied here, but their scent was never this overpowering. It didn’t make sense. Ever since my first shift, I’d become more sensitive to scents, sounds, anything related to Lycans. Sometimes I even had nightmares. I shook my head. I needed to focus on tonight.After briefly discussing why some students joined the winter camp, Professor Christian offered us words of encouragement—reminding us to be students with integrity, a thirst for knowledge, and the courage to innovate. He was well-known for being genuinely supportive of his students, always pushing us to grow and achieve something meaningful in life. He carried a warm, positive presence that made students feel at ease around him. No wonder Samantha admire
Alera’s POVWinter camp was the one holiday event everyone at college looked forward to. We weren’t camping in tents under the stars, but instead, we’d rented a set of wooden cabins nestled near the Ravenshade River.We brought quite a lot with us—thick jackets, wool socks, boots, flashlights, and survival gear like pocketknives and rope. There were meds, snacks, and ingredients for slow-cooked meals we’d prepare together.Each cabin could fit five people. Whether it was luck or some twisted joke, I ended up sharing a cabin with the cheer squad—Lilian, Clara, Samantha, and Lisa. I could only hope they'd tone down their usual bullying, even just a little.As I carried my bag toward the cabin, I spotted Rayvan and his friends unloading their gear. For a moment, his eyes met mine. My heart skipped. His scent still lingered, intoxicating as ever. I used to resist the pull of it, but now I didn’t even try. I let myself fall. He’s my mate.He smiled—a soft, beautiful smile that melted somet
Rayvan’s POVTonight, the air feels colder than usual. Winter in Moonvale always brings memories that never truly fade—and I know this one will follow me back to Ravenshade.My mother made beef steak, seasoned with the Bloodveil pack’s traditional herbs. She brewed me a cup of herbal tea as well. The kind of meal that warms the body and the soul.Whenever we gather like this, our dinners are filled with warmth. Not just from the food, but from lighthearted conversation and the comfort of family. But tonight, I feel tense. My heart is pounding. I want to tell them I’ve found my mate. I’m not sure how they’ll take it. But I can’t hide it anymore.“Ray, eat more. You probably won’t get beef steak like this over there. And the herbs—well, they’re our pack’s specialty.” My mother places a plate of beef steak in front of me.“Thanks, Mom. I could’ve gotten it myself.”She smiles, the kind of smile only a mother gives. “It’s alright. When you come home, you’re royalty.”I return a small smil
Rayvan’s POVThis winter break, I decided to spend a week in Moonvale with my family. The following week, I’ll be returning to Ravenshade for the winter camp. I have a feeling this year’s camp will be more exciting because Alera is joining too. I don’t want to miss a moment with her.Father sent John, our family’s driver, and Peter, his personal guard, to pick me up from the dorm. When the car arrived, I simply got in. My bags were already packed.As the car passed the girls’ dorm, I glanced toward the row of rooms. One of them might be Alera’s. She said she’d be staying in Moonvale during the break. An orphan with no home to return to, she chose to remain on campus and work part-time at the coffee shop before it closed for the season.I had to admit, Alera was strong and independent. She carried her burdens alone and never leaned on anyone, not even me. I had vowed never to let her walk alone again. Now that I had accepted her as my mate, I would always protect her, just as she had q
Rayvan's POVSomething felt off the moment I stepped into the campus courtyard. All eyes seemed to turn toward me. Some whispered, though I couldn’t catch the words, the way they looked at me… it felt accusing.“Whuaaa… Someone just lost his virginity,” one of the guys mocked with a laugh.“And the best part? It happened with the girl he used to bully,” another chimed in, laughing louder.Damn it, Zack. That bastard had clearly spread the rumor. Maybe things like this were normal in human society, maybe even acceptable here on campus, but not in my pack. We had strict rules.If my father ever heard this rumor, I wouldn’t just lose my right to inherit leadership… I’d be exiled.I had to clear up this misunderstanding.As I passed the restroom, I overheard voices—familiar ones. Girls I recognized.I paused, staying still as I listened.“Alera, I heard you gave your V-card to Rayvan. Is that true?” Samantha's tone was mocking, and she even let out a laugh, clearly one of ridicule.“Nothi
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