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Chapter 143 - Astraia

Penulis: Odessa Rhys Beaumont
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-05-31 11:30:58

The venue looked incredible. Three hundred guests mingled across the torchlit space, warm light dancing off formal attire and jewelry. Five major packs plus smaller delegations, all here to celebrate not just our victory, but the alliances that made it possible.

"Luna Briarthorn," Alpha Morrison from Eastwind approached with his mate. "Congratulations on a remarkable event. The coordination required for something this scale..."

"Thank you, though most credit goes to our Beta Hunter. He coordinated everything from his recovery room."

"Speaking of Hunter," Luna Morrison said, "how's his recovery progressing? We heard he was badly injured."

"Much better. He's actually here tonight, though still on crutches."

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    I followed her gaze and spotted all three of Hunter's admirers in different parts of the crowd, still clearly searching for him."I can see how that might happen," I said."Is that your Beta they're all looking for?" she asked."Unfortunately, yes.""Poor man. Though I have to say, he's quite popular even beyond those three. Several of our unmated she-wolves have been asking about him.""Several?" Carson asked."Oh yes. A wounded warrior who's also a high-ranking Beta? Very appealing combination.""He's going to hate this," I said."Or love it, once he relaxes into the attention. Festival atmosphere has a way of bringing out confidence.""We'll see about that."Just then, a commotion near the path caught our attention. A small group was approaching, and in the center, looking slightly overwhelmed, was Hunter."Speak of the devil," Carson said.Hunter had clearly made an effort for the occasion. Navy shorts, white linen shirt, hair still damp from a shower. He looked good, healthy and

  • By Shadowlight Lake   Chapter 153 - Astraia

    As if summoned by our conversation, more familiar faces appeared. Sarah from Eastwind Pack walked along the beach with what looked like a book in her hand, also scanning the crowd. And I spotted Clara from Northpine near the food tables, dressed in a flowing green dress that showed off her figure."All three of them are here," I said."And all three are looking for Hunter.""This is going to be interesting.""That's one way to put it.""Astraia!" Lydia had spotted us and was approaching with a bright smile. "You look amazing! I love your dress.""Thank you, Lydia. You look beautiful too. That yellow is perfect on you.""Thanks! I'm so excited about tonight. I've never been to a coastal festival before." She glanced around again. "Have you seen Hunter? I was hoping to watch the wave dancing with him.""He was getting ready when we left," I said diplomatically. "I'm sure he'll be down soon.""Good! I want to make sure I ge

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    The path down to the beach was lined with torches, their flames dancing in the ocean breeze. I could hear music and laughter drifting up from the shore, along with the constant sound of waves."This is so different," I said to Carson, adjusting my flowing blue sundress. I'd gone barefoot as Marina suggested, and the warm sand between my toes felt amazing."Good different or weird different?""Good different. Very good different."Carson looked incredible in his casual khaki shorts and linen shirt. I'd never seen him this relaxed, no formal Alpha attire, no serious pack business expression. Just my mate, ready to enjoy a beach party."You look beautiful," he said, catching me checking him out."So do you. Very... beachy.""Beachy isn't a word.""It is now."The beach itself took my breath away. Torches lined the shore, casting warm light across the sand.Tables laden with seafood and tropical fruits dotted the beach, while a makeshift bar served drinks in coconut shells and sea glass c

  • By Shadowlight Lake   Chapter 151 - Astraia

    The Lighthouse Wing was incredible. Our suite sat on the highest point of the rocky outcrop, with floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides offering panoramic views of the ocean. I could hear the waves crashing against the rocks below, and the salt air coming through the open balcony doors was intoxicating."Holy shit," I breathed, dropping my bags and walking straight to the balcony. "Carson, look at this view."He joined me outside, wrapping his arms around me from behind. "Not bad for a mountain pack Alpha and Luna.""Not bad? This is incredible. I could stay here forever.""Don't tempt me. I'm already thinking about how we could convince Alpha Clearwater to let us build a vacation home down here."I leaned back against his chest, watching seabirds dive for fish in the waves below. "It's so different from home. More... peaceful somehow.""Different energy. Mountain packs are all about strength and endurance. Coastal packs seem more about flow and adaptation.""Makes sense. You can't

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    The landscape gradually changed as we drove. Mountain forests gave way to rolling hills, then flatter terrain. By the time we stopped for lunch, I could smell salt in the air."The ocean," Carson said, taking a deep breath. "Been years since I've been to coastal territory.""How's it different from mountain packs, I've been to one long ago but don't remember much""Everything. Culture, traditions, even the way they organize their territories. You'll see."After lunch, we continued south. The final hour of driving revealed a completely different world, wide beaches, rocky cliffs, forests that came right down to the shoreline. And everywhere, the sound and smell of the ocean."It's beautiful," I breathed, watching waves crash against the rocks."Wait till you see their pack lands."Oceanview Pack's territory was unlike anything I'd experienced. Instead of mountain valleys and forests, their lands stretched along miles of coastline.

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    The border checkpoint came into view, where Alexei's convoy waited. Three black SUVs with Royal Pack insignia, plus Hunter standing beside his own vehicle looking much more mobile than he had six weeks ago."Hunter!" I called out, getting out to hug him. "God, it's been what, a week since I've seen you? How's the leg?""Almost good as new," he said, barely limping as he returned the hug. "Doc cleared me for normal activities last week. And yeah, sorry, been swamped with catching up on all the Beta duties I missed during recovery.""Don't apologize. I've been buried in Luna responsibilities myself. Carson's had me reviewing trade agreements and territorial policies non-stop.""The joys of leadership," Hunter said with a grin. "Though I have to admit, it feels good being useful again instead of coordinating everything from a hospital bed.""Including dancing?" I teased. "Because I seem to remember you having some interested partners at ou

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