I Choose the Broken Wolf

My mate, Alpha Larry, marked my best friend, Chloe, betrayed me, and killed me and our unborn pup with a silver dagger. Reborn on the day I was meant to choose my mate, I chose Larry's younger brother, Derek—an outcast in a wheelchair, with a wolf they said was broken.The first thing I did after my rebirth was march into the Blackwood Alpha's office and declare my choice.With the decision made, I walked out of his office.But the moment I stepped out the door, my path was blocked.Larry stood in the middle of the hallway, three of his followers flanking him.They barred my way, all wearing the same arrogant smirk."Finished sucking up to my father already?" Larry asked, crossing his arms and looking down at me. "Working hard to secure your spot as the future Luna, are we?"I stopped and looked at him calmly. "Move."He clicked his tongue, shaking his head as he looked me up and down. "Look at you. The Silver Moon princess, gracing our pack with your presence. You're just desperate t

The hall went dead silent.The elders exchanged glances, shocked. They had never seen anyone so openly defy the Alpha heir.Larry's face turned livid, his eyes burning with fury. "Tainted? What are you talking about?""You heard me," I said calmly."Then tell me, Reina," Larry sneered, "And who else would you choose? That worthless cripple, Derek? The failure who can't even hold his wolf form?"His voice dripped with mockery. "A failure in a wheelchair who couldn't even awaken his Alpha blood?"Just then, a side door to the hall opened quietly.Derek entered, propelling his wheelchair forward.He wore a simple black shirt. His face was pale, but his eyes were clear.A flash of hurt crossed his face when he heard Larry's words, but he quickly masked it."Sorry to interrupt," Derek said, nodding politely. "Father, you were looking for me?"The old Alpha cleared his throat. "Derek, perfect timing. Come, sit."Seeing Derek, Larry's mocking smile widened. "Look, the cripple himself has arr

The sacred hall was brightly lit, and the senior members of both packs were seated.Ancient totems cast long, mysterious shadows in the candlelight.The old Alpha stood on a raised platform, holding an ornate wooden box."Tonight, under the watch of the Moon Goddess, we hold the mate selection ceremony for Princess Reina of the Silver Moon Pack. And we witness the formal alliance of our two packs."His voice echoed through the hall. Everyone held their breath."According to ancient tradition, the mated pair will receive the pack tokens, symbols of power and responsibility."The Alpha opened the box. Inside were two ancient rings, carved with intricate runes.Larry straightened his suit, ready to step forward with confidence.He wore the smile of a victor, as if everything was in his control."Now, will Derek please come to the platform."The Alpha's words boomed through the hall like a thunderclap.Larry froze mid-step, the smile wiped clean from his face."What?" he stared at the Al

Larry's POVThree days. I've been locked in this room for three days.I stare out the window, the image of Reina in the garden with Derek burned into my mind from three days ago. They looked so… right together. A perfect picture. One that should have been mine.Dammit.I slam my fist into the stone wall again. The sharp agony is a welcome distraction from the rage churning in my gut.This isn't how it was supposed to be.I was reborn. I was supposed to have everything under control. I knew Reina would come to the Blackwood pack. Knew she'd have to choose a mate. I knew she was mine by the Goddess's own decree.I thought she was the same girl who followed me everywhere, the one who looked at me like I was her whole world.But I was wrong."Your dinner, sir." A servant brings in a tray."Get the hell out," I growl, not even bothering to look up.The servant scurries out of the room.I walk over to the desk and pick up the photo of Reina as a child. She was only twelve then, her s

A wave of nausea washed over me as I looked at Larry kneeling on the ground."Get up," I said, my voice flat. "Pathetic."Larry looked up, his eyes filled with desperation. "Reina, I know I was wrong. Give me a chance. I'll prove we were made for each other.""Made for each other?" I couldn't help but laugh. "Larry, stop lying to yourself. You've never truly wanted me.""No, it's you! Only you!" he scrambled to his feet."It's Chloe," I said, my voice flat. "Your eyes, your body, your scent—they all scream for her."Larry's face went white.Chloe picked herself up off the ground, tears streaming down her face as she looked at Larry. "Larry, is that true? Do you... do you really care about me?"Larry looked at her, then back at me, his eyes filled with conflict.Suddenly, he raised his hand and slapped Chloe hard across the face."Shut up!" he roared. "Who do you think you are?"Chloe clutched her cheek, staring at him in disbelief."You're nothing but a low-blooded omega! A convenient