Jayden resumed speaking, his voice full of command. "Our new Luna is someone we all know well. A kind, loving, and brave soul—she is the most beautiful woman on this earth." A tint of red crept up my cheeks. I straightened my gown, ready to go up the stage. "It's none other than… Daisy Andre." Immediately I heard those words from him, my shoulders dropped, my face tightened. The smiles that once decorated my face vanished, leaving me with a frown. ****** Ashley gave her heart to Jayden, the Alpha of the Oakwood Pack, believing he was hers forever. But when he chose her best friend, Daisy, as his Luna instead, Ashley was crushed. Banished, humiliated, and rejected, she was left to pick up the shattered pieces of her life. But fate had more in store for her. After a near-fatal car accident, Ashley wakes up to the news that she is pregnant—with triplets. Now, Ashley has to make a choice: to raise her children on her own or go back to the man who broke her heart and demand he take her back. Will she find the courage to forgive Jayden, or will the wounds of the past deny her the future she deserves?
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I walked into my room, a big smile on my face, my eyes instantly locking onto the fancy ballroom gown hanging in front of my dressing table. I stared at how pretty it was, my fingers sliding gently over the smooth fabric. Tomorrow is the big day, and after so many struggles, Jayden—my longtime crush—will become Alpha. I couldn’t stop picturing him asking me to be his, but if he doesn’t, I decided I’d tell him how I feel instead. Still, I worry he might say no. Neither of us has met our fated mate yet, but every night, I kneel and pray to the Moon Goddess, begging for us to be destined for each other. I was lost in my thoughts when a familiar voice came from behind. It was Daisy, my best friend, stepping into my room. “Are you that excited about Raymond becoming the Alpha?” she asked, her voice playful. I frowned a little. I’m Ashley, an orphan of the Oakwood Pack and one of the toughest wolves here. Even though my rank is low, people respect me. In our pack, everyone knows me as the girl always by Jayden’s side. My feelings for him are obvious, but he never seems to notice. He saved me from bullies when I was ten, my closest friend since we were kids. Being an orphan made me an easy target, but Jayden always protected me. Since then, my heart has been his. Deep down, I know I love him, and I’d do anything for him. He’s the Alpha’s son, and soon, he’ll take that role. His father is still worried, though, about Liam—Jayden’s stepbrother, who was banished from the pack weeks ago. “He deserves to be Alpha,” I snapped at Daisy, my voice sharp and strong. “Everybody knows he has that aura of a leader and has earned his rightful place far more than anyone else.” She rolled her eyes and flopped onto my bed. “I just wish he’d look at you the way you look at him,” she muttered. I didn’t want to hear it, so I told her to leave right away. I wouldn’t let her or anything ruin my mood before tomorrow. I wanted to be in the best mindset when I finally confess to him. I sighed deeply, sat on my bed, whispered, “Moon Goddess,” and drifted off to sleep. NEXT MORNING I opened my eyes slowly, yawning softly and stretching. The morning sun slipped through my curtains, and I got up, ready to prepare. This was the day I’d been waiting for. Dressed and wearing makeup, I stood at the mirror, nervously fixing my gown with a smile. I grinned as I stepped outside and saw the sleek black car waiting for me. Jayden had sent it to take me to the main hall. I climbed in, and the driver took off. When we arrived, he parked and quickly opened my door. “Thanks,” I said quietly, stepping out gracefully and heading into the grand hall. As soon as I walked in, I spotted Daisy standing next to Jayden, laughing with him. My heart tightened with annoyance. Just yesterday, she was talking about him like he was awful, and now she was flirting with him. I walked over, and when Daisy saw me, she frowned before hiding it with a fake smile. “Guess what Jayden just told me?” she asked, grabbing my arm too casually. I pulled away gently and forced a smile. “You know I’m terrible at guessing.” Before she could say more, Jayden took my arm and pulled me away from her. “Why do you even listen to her? You know how she flirts with everyone,” he said, sounding annoyed. I heard something in his voice—was he concerned? But why? “Are you hiding something from me?” I asked, my voice soft and low. Jayden’s gentle smile warmed my heart instantly. His calm face and the way he carried himself pulled me in—it was impossible to resist. As he stepped closer, my breath stopped. Being so near him made me nervous, and for a moment, I thought he might kiss me. I closed my eyes, waiting, my excitement building. But instead of a kiss, I heard his quiet laugh. I opened my eyes and saw him looking at me, his stare deep and hard to read. For a second, it felt like he saw me in a new way—like maybe he loved me too. Embarrassed, I covered my face and turned quickly, rushing back to the party. My heart pounded as I found my seat and tried to calm down. The room went quiet as the Alpha stepped onto the stage, his powerful presence commanding respect. He’s the most admired leader among all packs, and today, he’d step down and pass the role to his son. Everyone was excited, waiting for the announcement. With Marcus gone, there was no doubt Jayden would be named the new Alpha. The Alpha spoke with pride and hope about the pack’s future. Then, with a serious but proud look, he named Jayden as his successor. The hall burst into cheers, joy spreading through the crowd. It wasn’t a surprise—Jayden was as loved as his father. He was the strongest wolf and the true prince of the Oakwood Pack. I couldn’t help but smile as Jayden took the stage to speak to the pack. He treated everyone equally, seeing only unity and strength, not differences. Even with his cool and distant nature, the pack adored him—that’s what made a real Alpha. When the ceremony ended and people spread out to celebrate, Jayden came over to me. “You think I’ll be a good Alpha?” he asked, his voice showing a rare hint of doubt that surprised me. I looked at him, shocked. “Of course, you will,” I said firmly. “You were chosen for a reason, Jayden.” Being near him in moments like this always made me feel special, like I was the second most important person in his life. We wanted to escape the noise, so we headed to a bar nearby, away from the chaos. His hand brushed mine as we walked, sending sparks down my spine. We ordered tequilas at the bar and sat across from each other in a comfortable silence. “I still haven’t found my fated mate,” he said gruffly, swirling his drink. “And very soon, the pack will begin to pressure me to find a Luna. And an heir.” His words made me sad. It was true—without a Luna, other packs could see it as a weakness. “I know, Jayden,” I said gently. “Not having a Luna isn’t ideal, and it could be hard. But you are strong. You’ll be fine.” Our eyes met, and for a moment, I saw that same strange feeling from before. The air felt heavy, a tense energy growing between us. His fingers brushed my neck, and I trembled. His lips came close to mine, so near I could feel the heat, though not quite touching. Suddenly, he closed the gap, kissing me with a hungry edge. I melted into him, my hands tangling in his hair as the kiss deepened. Our tongues moved together perfectly, and I wanted more. He lifted me easily, my legs wrapping around his waist as he carried me to a nearby room, pressing me against the door. My chest rose and fell with excitement. Clothes fell off quickly, landing wherever they dropped. We were both a little drunk, but this felt different—stronger, more real. We didn’t reach the bed—our need was too strong. He laid me on the floor, his lips on mine, his hands exploring my body. His fingers touched my breasts, squeezing gently, pulling soft moans from me. A shiver ran through me as he pressed against my clit, teasing until I squirmed beneath him. His scent surrounded me—everything was him, filling me, taking me. I gasped as he spread my legs and slid inside me slowly. The mix of pain and pleasure made me bite my lip, clinging to him tightly. He started slow, but as I adjusted, his thrusts grew faster, more urgent. We moved together, soft whispers blending with our bodies, like they spoke as one. After hours of endless bliss, we collapsed onto the bed, exhausted, falling into a deep sleep.Ashley's POVThe door slammed shut, and the van lurched forward.The inside of the van was lit and a bit stale, the kind of air that had abilities to make one's skin itch, creating thoughts that were more intense than they had rights to be.I shut my eyes for a while,then stared outside the window,noting how the desert stretched for miles. There was practically nothing but endless flat land that cracked from heat and time.I could feel a rise of anxiety just like the rising wind that swept across the terrain. My thoughts spiraled.Ella could have just ordered for our execution right there, just as soon as we stepped out of the plane.What exactly was her game? Was this mercy?No. I shouldn't expect that from her. She wouldn't spend so much resources to bring us here and let out live. That'll be madness.So what then? A slow death in some Oakwood dungeon? Torture until we break our very selves apart? My hand trembled slightly as I thought of these, recalling that Ella was also a he
Ashley's POVBen's grin widened as his eyes drifted over to me, locking with mine. Then it crawled down my body in a way that made my skin crawl. Lust, the very one I had helped him develop just a while ago. I bit my lower lip. Then, as if flipping a switch, his expression turned back to David. The hunger in his eyes disappeared, something darker filling it's space. This was hatred, and in a slow and seemingly well anticipated motion, he cocked his riffle. "Move it, punk!" he commanded, steadily lifting the weapon and aiming straight for David's forehead. At this, David tightened his jaw, and just at the very moment I thought he's hit the werewolf before him, he simply moved forward. He took his first step, one that was just enough to draw a line in the sand. His hands were folded into fists and he stared into Ben's eyes. Reuben had to step in. "Easy," Reuben said, holding a palm toward David and another toward Ben. Then he turned to David in a rather pleading look. "No one nee
Ashley's POVI turned to David, noting the slow and deliberate strides he too towards Ben. Every inch of his tall frame moved with a sort of unshakable confidence, one that I didn't take note of before he left to get the kids. His physique seemed to devour Ben completely, the difference between them both very visible. Ben seemed to know this, as he made a slight shift of his stance. He straightened up his spine almost defensively. "You need something Ben?" David, who had stopped just a few paces from Ben asked. His voice was casual but laced with steel. Ben managed a scoff. "Yeah. How about an explanation for why the hell you're walking around like you're in charge. You're a captive here, remember?" David made a low chuckle, his lips curling upwards just slightly. "I think Zara might have a different opinion about that."The smile vanished from David's face as he said this, his expression tightening and his shoulders squaring. Ben blinked, jaw twitching as he muttered some words
Ashley's POVI took a step backwards, then another, my feet moving before my mind could fully catch up. My claws slipped out with a rather faint metallic whisper.Ben noticed this shift and let out a low, almost amused chuckle. "You aren't gonna claw me up here in the plane, would you?" he asked, cocking his head. As he did this, his eyes flicked to the tray of food beside us. It still steamed softly. "Food's gonna get cold Ashley." My claws stayed up. I didn't respond. His posture relaxed, a smirk widening on his face. Then there was a light coil of something feral beneath his surface. I got highly irritated. "What do you want?" With a slow, deliberate breath in, he stopped moving. "You already know," he said quietly. "I want to know what David is up to." I narrowed my eyes. "What? "His voice deepened. "Oh don't play dumb Ashley, and whatever it is...it won't work. Ella's not dumb you know–"" What the hell are you talking about Ben?" I snapped. "He's been all seductive aroun
Ashley's POVZara stammered, "but..." "Shhh," David hushed, moving wit such calm control that sent goosebumps up my arms. His face dropped close to Zara's, slowly brining his lips even closer and kissing her forehead. Zara was stunned at this, and she showed it by releasing soft moans. Then David traced a finger along her neck, and in a voice ever smooth, he murmured, "Don't worry, I'll make sure you're... completely satisfied." He had such confidence in his voice, one that was purely magnetic. The whole world seemed to have narrowed to him and Zara alone. I shot a glance at the receptionist, noting how she swallowed and watched all this unfold without blinking. Then she coughed awkwardly. "Excuse me," she murmured, bolting for the exit. Zara didn't take notice of her, didn't even care to look back, her breathing coming in short, fast bursts. She nodded at anything David said, strings cut. Pulling her hands to his chest one more time, he let her go. "I'll be waiting," he whis
Ashley's POVThe pressure mounted, a force that seemed so immense that it felt like my entire body would cave in. My teeth chattered and my muscles seized, forcing a pull of pain all over me. Then it got to its peak. This time the metal walls boomed louder than before, the pressure getting so intense than ever before. And then–it was over. Just like that.There was silence. Real silence. Gasping desperately for air, I slumped forward. The air returned at last, the coolness of it stabbing my throat as I dragged it in. Then I tasted salt. Blood, a trail of it trickling out of my nostril. It dripped into my lap. "Sorry about that Ashley, but we just crossed," he quietly said in a horse voice. "That was it." I blinked, struggling with the tickling sensation I felt up in my nose. My ears still rang from the turbulence. "We're back in the werewolf world," he continued, his eyes narrowing as of old. "Using the air Veil, we'd stop at the airport surrounded by–""The first forests, so I
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