TRINITYThe soft glow of my bedside lamp cast a warm light over my room, but it did little to ease the storm brewing in my chest. I sat cross-legged on the bed, phone pressed tightly to my ear as Cara’s voice filled the silence. Talking to her had always been a comfort, but tonight, even her usual cheer couldn’t drown out the turmoil I felt.“Wait,” Cara said, her tone sharp with disbelief. “You kissed Nasir? Trinity, you kissed him?”I groaned, pressing a hand to my forehead. “I didn't kiss him!”“Okay, so he kissed you?” she asked, and I pursed my lips for a moment.“Well, no. Not exactly…”“Then what the bloody hell happened?!” she snapped, impatience and curiosity in her tone.“Relax,Okay? I guess we kind of kissed each other? I don't know, it all just happened so fast,” I said all in one breath, placing a hand over my head. Care does not say anything and her silence scares me more than the kiss itself.Heaven knows what is going through that woman’s head.“It’s not what you thin
TRINITY The warm scent of cinnamon and freshly baked bread filled the air, but it did little to soothe the unease simmering in my chest. I stood beside Lily in the kitchen, my hands idly resting on the counter as I half-listened to her explain a recipe. She was kneading dough with practiced ease, her movements steady and deliberate, as if the world outside this cozy space didn’t exist.“So, after you let it rise, you’ll punch it down and shape it into rolls. Simple, right?” she said, glancing up at me with a smile.“Right,” I replied automatically, though my mind was far from yeast and bread-making.Lily paused, her hands halting mid-motion as she studied me. “Trinity, you’re a million miles away. What’s going on?”I forced a smile, hoping it looked convincing. “I’m fine. Just… thinking.”“Uh-huh.” Her raised eyebrow said she didn’t buy it, but thankfully, she didn’t press further.Movement caught my eye, and my heart stuttered in my chest. Nasir strode past the open doorway, his dar
TRINITY The forest loomed ahead, an endless expanse of towering trees that seemed to swallow the last rays of sunlight. The air smelled earthy and alive, the rich scent of moss and decaying leaves mixing with the faint sweetness of blooming flowers. It should have been beautiful, serene even, but all I could feel was a gnawing unease that twisted my stomach into knots.Xander walked ahead of me, his tall frame moving with an effortless grace I could never hope to match. His confidence was a stark contrast to the anxiety simmering in my chest, and the way he moved, like the forest itself bent to his will, only made me more nervous.“Xander,” I called out, stopping just short of the tree line. My voice trembled, betraying the fear I’d tried to mask. “Are you absolutely sure this is a good idea? I mean… you do remember I don’t have a wolf, right?”He stopped and turned to face me, his amber eyes catching the fading light in a way that made them seem to glow. There was no trace of annoya
XERXES The stars stretched endlessly above me, brilliant and cold against the velvet black sky. They were my constant companions, their light reaching me from distances so vast it made all my problems feel small. Out here, beneath their gaze, I could breathe. I could think.I lay back in the grass of the clearing, my hands clasped behind my head. The night air was cool against my skin, carrying the earthy scent of the forest and the faint sweetness of blooming wildflowers. It was quiet—peaceful, even. But that peace didn’t last.The first sign was a faint stirring inside me, a flicker of unease that I couldn’t place. I frowned, sitting up slowly, my senses sharpening. My wolf growled deep within me, a low and warning sound that vibrated through my chest.Something’s wrong.“Talk to me,” I muttered, knowing full well he wouldn’t. My wolf wasn’t one for words.The stillness of the night suddenly felt oppressive. The usual symphony of crickets and rustling leaves was gone, replaced by a
LIAMThe room was heavy with silence, the kind that pressed down on your chest and made it hard to breathe. I stood by Trinity’s bedside, my arms hanging uselessly at my sides, my fingers twitching with the need to do something. Anything. But there was nothing I could do.She looked so fragile lying there, her pale skin almost blending into the stark white sheets. Her dark lashes fanned against her cheeks, and her chest rose and fell in shallow, uneven breaths. The sight of her like this—unmoving, vulnerable—made my gut twist in a way I couldn’t explain. I hated it. I hated how helpless I felt, how useless I was.Xander leaned against the doorframe, his usual carefree demeanor replaced with something raw and unguarded. His foot tapped against the hardwood floor, the sound grating on my nerves, but I didn’t say anything. His fear was written all over him. The way his jaw clenched, the way his arms tightened across his chest like they could hold him together. He blamed himself, and hone
TRINITYThe forest was alive, teeming with an energy that made every sound sharper, every scent stronger. The air was crisp, carrying the earthy aroma of pine needles and damp moss. Moonlight spilled through the dense canopy above, casting silver streaks onto the forest floor and illuminating my path. The trees seemed impossibly tall, their dark silhouettes stretching into the sky like silent guardians.I wasn’t sure how I got here or why I was here, but the forest felt both strange and familiar. A dream, I realized. It had to be. Yet, the cool breeze brushing against my skin and the soft ground beneath my bare feet felt so real, it blurred the line between illusion and reality.Each step I took was cautious, but I was drawn forward by an unexplainable pull. The silence was almost oppressive, broken only by the occasional rustle of leaves or the distant call of a night bird. My unease grew with every passing second, a knot forming in my stomach.Then, as if summoned by my thoughts, a
NASIRThe stench of blood and sweat filled the dungeon, a nauseating cocktail that clung to the damp, cold air. The single torch on the wall cast flickering shadows across the stone walls, dancing eerily as if mocking the man slumped in the chair before us. He was barely conscious, his face swollen and streaked with blood. The metallic tang of it was sharp, making my wolf restless.Xerxes loomed over the rogue, his fists clenched and his voice sharp. "Who sent you?"The rogue didn’t respond, his lips pressed tightly together. His chest heaved with shallow breaths, and I could see the slight twitch in his jaw as he fought to hold his composure.Xerxes wasn’t a patient man. His hand shot out, delivering a brutal punch to the rogue's face. The sickening crack of his nose breaking echoed in the confined space, and the rogue cried out in pain, his head lolling to the side. Blood poured from his nose, dripping onto the floor in steady splatters."I'll ask again," Xerxes growled, his amber e
XERXESTrinity sat upright in the bed, her pale fingers clutching the blanket draped over her lap. She looked so small there, lost in the massive bed. The sunlight spilling through the window bathed her in a soft glow, but the shadows under her eyes told a different story—one of exhaustion, vulnerability, and something else I couldn’t quite name.I suppose that was partially my fault. We haven't been making her stay here tolerable, much less enjoyable. “How are you feeling?” I asked, leaning against the wall with my arms crossed. My voice came out gentler than I intended, surprising me.She looked at me then, her gaze meeting mine for a fleeting moment before dropping to the blanket. “I’m fine,” she replied quietly, though her voice lacked any real conviction. “I… I can’t remember much of what happened.”Her eyebrows creased and it became obvious she was wracking her brain, desperately trying to recall the events that led to her losing consciousness. Her words hung in the air, and
LIAMThe sound of my boots echoed through the dimly lit halls as I stormed toward my mother’s chambers, my pulse hammering in my ears. I had never felt rage like this before—never felt such a consuming fire burn beneath my skin.I was always the calmest among my brothers. The rational one. The one who sought peace before war.But right now?There was no peace.Only fury.The guards at her door stepped aside immediately when they saw me approach, sensing the storm brewing inside me. I shoved the doors open without hesitation, the heavy wood slamming against the walls.My mother stood by the grand window, bathed in the moonlight, sipping calmly from a glass of wine as if she hadn’t just tried to have my mate murdered.She turned her gaze toward me, arching a brow. “Liam, what is the meaning of this?”I clenched my fists, stepping further into the room. “Why?”Her expression remained composed, but there was the slightest shift in her eyes. “Why… what?”I took another step closer, my brea
TRINITYDarkness surrounded me, yet I wasn’t afraid.A soft golden glow illuminated the space around me, and suddenly, I was standing in a familiar place—a clearing deep within the forest.My heart clenched as I recognized the scene before me.There they were.My mother and father.My father stood behind my mother, his arms wrapped around her shoulders, his chin resting gently on the crown of her head. She leaned into his touch, her eyes fluttering closed in contentment.He whispered something in her ear, and she laughed—soft, musical, filled with warmth.I hadn’t heard that laugh in years.Tears pricked at my eyes as I watched them, frozen in place, afraid that if I moved, the illusion would shatter.But then—A shadow loomed behind them.My chest tightened as an ominous presence crept into the dream.The glow around them began to flicker, like a candle struggling against the wind.And then, suddenly—Flames.Fire erupted around them in a vicious inferno, swallowing them whole.“No!”
MAIAI had never felt such relief in my life.Trinity was finally dead.I could scream out with joy. I have always hated her, ever since we were children. She was always such an attention seeker, never did understand her place.She was such a disgrace, I can't believe she was even related to me. To have such a weak and inferior creature share the same blood as me, how disgusting!I blame my aunt for her existence. The second she found out that her mate was a human, she should have rejected him on the spot!How could she allow something as stupid as love stop her from achieving great power? It really is such a shame.But at least now she can be with her worthless daughter.The thought sent a rush of satisfaction through me as I lounged in the common room, sipping from a goblet of wine. My sisters, Amara and Selene, sat across from me, their eyes gleaming with triumph. Luna Mira sat at the head of the room, calm as always, though there was an unmistakable sharpness in her gaze.“I can’t
NASIRThe uneasy feeling gnawed at my chest as I made my way toward Trinity’s room. Something felt off. It had been bothering me all night, an unfamiliar sense of dread clawing at my insides. I shook my head, trying to push away the irrational thoughts. Maybe I was just restless after everything that had happened.Still, I needed to see her.I reached her door and knocked lightly. “Trinity?”Silence.Frowning, I knocked again, harder this time. “Trinity, are you awake?”Nothing.A cold wave of apprehension swept over me. I grabbed the handle and pushed the door open, my heart immediately dropping when I saw the empty bed.The room was silent. Too silent.I stepped inside, scanning every corner. The blankets were slightly messy, as if she had been in bed but left in a hurry. The window was shut, but something about the air in the room felt… off.She wasn’t here.And my gut told me she hadn’t just gone for a walk.I turned on my heel and stormed out, moving swiftly through the corridors
TRINITYA chill ran down my spine as I stared at Luna Mira, her cold, calculating gaze unwavering. The silence between us stretched, thick with unspoken tension. My heart pounded, not from fear, but from the burning curiosity and anger bubbling within me.“Luna Mira, what are you doing here?” I finally asked, my voice steady despite the unease settling in my gut.Luna Mira smirked, tilting her head slightly. The way the moonlight illuminated her features made her look even more menacing.“I was the one who demanded you come here,” she said smoothly.I stiffened.The letter…I had thought it was from my aunt Lila, but it had been her all along.“Why?” I asked, my hands clenched into fists.She stepped closer, her piercing gaze never leaving mine. “Because you deserve to know the truth.”The truth? What could she possibly know about my parents that I don't?I swallowed hard, my breath hitching slightly. “What truth?”Luna Mira’s smirk widened, as if she were savoring the moment. “Tell m
TRINITYThe palace was silent, swallowed by the deep stillness of the night. Only the distant hoot of an owl and the rustling of leaves outside my window filled the void. I sat on the edge of my bed, gripping the small, cryptic letter between my fingers. In my other hand, I gripped the dagger Nasir had gifted me tightly.I was not certain who this letter was from, but if things went South tonight, I had this dagger and my training to help me.Oh, who am I kidding? I am so doomed.But still, if I could find out the truth tonight, then it would all be worth it. The words of the letter burned in my mind, refusing to leave me in peace.If you want to know the truth, meet me at their gravestones tomorrow at midnight.My heart pounded.The truth.So that means there was more to my parent's deaths. I can't believe I never thought to ask until now. Some daughter I am.I held up the letter, trying to see if I could recognize the handwriting. There was no signature. No hint of who had sent it
TRINITYIt wasn't even six in the morning yet. But here I was, in the training room with a resolve, I have no clue of its origin. All I knew was that whatever I was going to find out at midnight, I needed to be strong. Both physically and mentally. The training room was quiet, except for the steady rhythm of my breath and the dull thuds of my fists against the punching bag. The morning air still held a slight chill, but sweat clung to my skin as I pushed myself harder, my body aching in protest.I welcomed the pain.Every strike carried the weight of my past. Every punch was a silent vow to never be the helpless girl I once was.Weak.The word echoed in my mind, taunting me. I had spent years hearing it, feeling it, believing it. The pack had called me weak, the triplets had doubted me, and even I had convinced myself that I was nothing more than a burden.But that was before.Before they risked war to come back for me. Before my cousins hit me, tossed me around like I was nothing b
TRINITYThe warm glow of candlelight flickered in my room, casting dancing shadows against the stone walls. I sat up in bed, my fingers absentmindedly tracing the faint bruises on my arms from last night’s attack. The weight of exhaustion sat heavy on my shoulders, but sleep refused to come.Liam, Nasir, and Xerxes stared at me, their expressions tense with… was that concern?It couldn't be.Why would they be concerned about me? They were supposed to be ignorant and nonchalant about matters involving me.So… what was this? Why were they even here?Liam was the first to speak. “How are you feeling?” His voice was gentle, but there was an edge of protectiveness beneath it.I exhaled softly. “A lot better,” I admitted. It wasn’t a complete lie—physically, I was healing, but mentally, I felt frayed at the edges.Nasir folded his arms over his chest, his sharp golden eyes locked onto mine. “Tell us everything that happened last night,” he demanded. “Every detail.”I nodded, taking a deep b
TRINITYA dull ache pulsed through my body as Lily carefully dabbed a cool clothes against my forehead. The events of last night played over in my mind like a nightmare on repeat—cornered by rogues, the fear gripping my heart, the sheer power of Alpha Nader as he tore through them like they were nothing. I had nearly died again. I hated how familiar that feeling was becoming.Alpha Nader stood near the window, his arms crossed, his sharp eyes watching me with a mixture of concern and something else I couldn’t quite place. Perhaps disappointment? I wasn’t sure.“You’re lucky I was nearby,” he finally spoke, his voice calm yet carrying the unmistakable weight of authority.I swallowed, not knowing what to say. Lucky? Maybe. But it didn’t feel that way.A knock at the door pulled my attention away from him, and I turned just as the door creaked open. My breath hitched when I saw the person standing there.“Aunt Lila?” I whispered in disbelief.The last time I had seen my aunt was a month