ElaineThe bathroom was quiet except for the sound of water dripping into the tub. Warm steam covered the mirror and made the air feel heavy. The smell of lavender soap was still in the air, but it didnโt help me feel calm.I stood still in the middle of the room, staring at the water as it swirled down the drain. The ripples circled again and again, just like my thoughts. My hands hung by my sides while my chest felt tight and heavy.The droplets of water on my skin started to feel cold, making me shiver. My mind was running fast. My heart was beating so hard it felt like I could hear it.Everything inside me was chaos, and nothing around me could make it stop.For years, I believed I didnโt have a mate. I had accepted it. I had moved on. It was a bitter truth, but one I had made peace with.But now, out of nowhere, Neeya had told me I did have a mate. And that I would meet them soon.Why now? Why when everything was starting to fall into place? My heart twisted painfully. Trevorโs
ElaineI stared down at the plate in front of me. I idly pushed pieces of food across my fork. I couldnโt eat. My appetite was long gone. It was replaced by the unease because of Neeyaโs words. They kept echoing in my head.Youโll meet your mate soon.The statement lingered. It was like a dark cloud hanging over me. I had already accepted that I wasnโt like others, that I wasnโt destined for the kind of connection everyone else seemed to find so naturally. And now, after everything Iโd been through, after Iโd finally found peace with Trevor, this was the last thing I wanted to hear.Was Trevor not my mate? The thought alone made my chest ache. I glanced across the table at him. The man who had stood by me through my worst moments, who had loved me even when I felt unworthy. He was everything I needed. He was everything Iโd ever wanted. But if Neeya was right, then fate might have other plans. Plans I didnโt want to face.The stories about mates came rushing back to me. The overwhelm
ElaineTrevor tilted his head. Curiosity flashed in his eyes. I continued. โItโs about my about my spirit wolf.โโYou didnโt get a wolf then, right?โI nodded. I was relieved that he remembered. โExactly. Thatโs why I didnโt participate in the mating ritual. I didnโt have a wolf to guide me, to help me find my mate. I thought I never would.โTrevorโs grip on my hand tightened slightly as if to steady me. โAnd now?โ he prompted gently.I looked away. My gaze dropped to the table. The next part was harder to say, but I pushed through. โWhen I had the accidentโฆ when I almost diedโฆ something changed. At first, I didnโt understand it. But over time, I started to feel it.โโFeel what?โ he asked, filled with concern.โA presence,โ I said quietly. My fingers were curled slightly against the tablecloth. โAt first, I thought I was imagining things, but then it became clearer. I have a wolf spirit, Trevor. Sheโs been dormant all these years. But sheโs awake now.โTrevorโs eyes widened. A spark
TrevorI took a deep breath. Then I brushed my thumb lightly over the back of her hand. โHonestly? I understand why youโre scared,โ I admitted. โI get it. The mate pullโฆ itโs no joke. Itโs strong. And itโs not something you can just ignore. Butโฆโ I paused, and then I met her eyes with mine. โWhat do you feel about it?โElaine hesitated. Her lip was trembling slightly. โI feel terrified,โ she almost whispered. โWeโve only been together for two days, Trevor. Just two days. And now thisโฆ this thing is hanging over us. What ifโฆ what if it ruins everything?โHer voice cracked. I instantly felt a pang of guilt for the weight she was carrying. โI love you, Trevor,โ she continued. โI know that. But the mate pullโฆ itโs hard to fight. What if Iโm not strong enough?โHer honesty struck me. And suddenly I didnโt know how to respond. She was scared. And I couldnโt blame her. But I wasnโt about to let fear take over. โElaine, I understand, really. More than you know.โHer brows knit together in con
TristanThe tires hummed softly on the road as Megan drove. I looked at her. The streetlights lit her face for a moment as we passed them. Her hands held the wheel gently like this was just any other drive. She didnโt blink much or show any feeling. Her calm made my chest feel tight like something wasnโt right.I didnโt like not knowing where I was going. Normally, Iโd never allow myself to be taken to an unfamiliar location without assessing the risks first. Yet, Megan had insisted, practically demanded, that I trust her. She rarely overstepped like that, which was enough to intrigue me.Still, I stayed alert. I rested my fingers lightly on the hilt of the blade concealed in my jacket pocket. I wasnโt taking any chances, even with Megan. Trust was a luxury I couldnโt afford anymore.The car slowed as we pulled off the main road, winding through a secluded, forested area. My jaw tightened as unease clawed at the edges of my thoughts. Finally, Megan stopped in front of a modest yet sh
ElaineThe room fell silent after those words came out of Aunt Melinaโs mouth. I blinked, unsure if Iโd heard her correctly.Kill Elaine? The idea was absurd. Sure, I had no complaints about making Elaine suffer and reminding her of her place, but killing her? That was a step too far even for me.โIs that really necessary?โ I asked as I sat on the nearby chair. I tightened my fingers around the armrests, though I forced an indifferent expression on my face.Meganโs head snapped toward me. โAre you serious, Tristan? You, of all people, are questioning this? After everything she did to Shawn?โ She looked shocked and disgusted. I met her glare with a raised brow, showing that I was unimpressed with her remarks.Megan always had a flair for dramatics, but this was overkill. โLetโs not get ahead of ourselves,โ I said coldly. โWhat exactly did Elaine do, Megan? Enlighten me.โHer jaw clenched. Then I saw her hands balled into fists at her sides. โSheโs the reason Shawn is dead!โ Megan s
TristanHearing her words, I took a step forward. My fists clenched tightly. This was the first time I had to exchange some heated words with her. "So what? Do you want Elaine to pay for something she had no control over? Blame my parents, not her."โI donโt care,โ she added. โWhether Elaine convinced your parents or not, the truth remains. Shawn is dead. The heart that was meant to save my son was given to her unjustly. If not her, whom should I go after to seek justice for my son?โShe wasnโt shouting, but the raw emotion in her voice made every syllable hit harder. โAs long as Elaine Scott is breathing, I will be reminded of my sonโs misery. Sheโs the sole reminder of everything we endured because of our lowly status. I will never move on while sheโs alive. NEVER.โMy eyes were fixed on her. At first, I didn't say anything as I was letting her words sink in. I could feel her everlasting grief at Shawn's departure. We all did. But still, killing Elaine wouldn't change anything. Tha
ElaineI unbuckled my seatbelt then I glanced at Trevor as he leaned back casually in the driverโs seat. His face was glowing with that boyish charm that always seemed to catch me off guard. I smiled softly. โThanks for taking me to the office,โ I said.Trevor grinned. His eyes crinkled at the corners. โAs your boyfriend,โ he said in a playful voice, โitโs my job to take you to and from your office. Mandatory boyfriend duties, you know.โI couldnโt help but laugh and shake my head at his antics. Trevor had a way of making even the most mundane moments feel special. I reached for the door handle, ready to step out, when he stopped me.โWait!โ Then he reached into the backseat. He turned back to me. He was now holding out a small and neatly packed lunch box. โI made this for you,โ he proudly stated.I froze as I stared at the box in his hands. I suddenly couldnโt move or speak. My eyes shifted from the lunch box to his face. I searched for some hidden agenda or some clue that this was
ElaineAt last, after so many crazy things had happened in our lives, the scene I had always dreamed of day and night was finally happening right before my eyes.I stood at the end of the aisle wearing the most elegant white wedding dress full of sparkling stones in it. Everyone stood up on their chairs as I made my entrance.Nancy, whom I never thought would be a forever friend, was standing with her cute dress. She suited the role of the maid of honor. She deserved to be part of the happiest day of my life. After the things weโd been through, I wanted her to witness this joyous moment. Along with Mr. Smith and his wife, who were holding my arms lovingly, walking me down the aisle.โYou look lovely,โ he whispered and smiled.โTrevor is such a lucky guy. I wish you the best,โ Mrs. Smith said.โThank you,โ I uttered. Even if the Moon Goddess hadnโt let me experience growing up with my parents, I was happy she had sent them just in time in my life and served as my second parents.A fami
ElaineThe usual smiles of the people of Wolfsilver were back. Slowly, everything turned to the way it should be.I walked around checking the aftermath of the war. The pack was in ruins. The damage was beyond imagination. A lot of families lost their homes. Most of the things that built Wolfsilver were lost during the war. But the good thing is, the peopleโs faces lit up. They were full of life and joy after the defeat of Travis. Thereโs no more terror in their hearts. Fear was replaced with joy. The nightmare was finally over. And along with everyone, we all could start again.I was on my way to the infirmary. I brought some fruits and snacks to hand over to the warriors who risked their lives for our cause. The wounded warriors welcomed me with smiles.Most of them were recovering greatly. Of course, we suffered from casualties too. It couldnโt be avoided. But thanks to the prosperity of this great pack, everyoneโs needs were given.I was on my way to visit my friends to the infirm
ElaineEverything happened so fast.Rogues rushed at us. They were hungry for our blood. The wolves fighting on our side howled and a few seconds later, the first drop of blood spilled the ground. I barely ducked as a rogueโs claws swiped at my face. Good thing Jared was at my side in a second and knocked the attacker away."Stay close!" Jared shouted.I gripped my dagger tighter while my hands were shaking. I wasn't a strong fighter like Jared or Elsa. But I had to help somehow.Elsa fought like a hurricane. Her blades were covered in blood and yet i didnโt see her slow down for even a second. Mike, Ruther and the rest of the warriors from Silver Rose Pack moved as if they take war for breakfast.Tristan was fighting Travis up ahead. The two of them clashed. Travis was bigger and stronger. But Tristan was faster. He dodged Travis' attacks and hit him with quick, sharp blows."Youโre getting slow, Travis!" Tristan shouted with a bloody smile."Youโll die slow!" Travis growled back a
ElaineโWhat the hell are you doing here?โ I shouted, the sight of her face after all this time lighting a fire inside me.All the hardships she caused came crashing back into my mind. My blood boiled. Heat rose in my chest. The anger I felt begged me to lash out. I clenched my fists. I was ready to attack her anytime.Jared gently grabbed my arm and shook his head.I understood immediately. If I lost control now, I could ruin everything. And worse, it could lead us straight into unnecessary bloodshed.Of course, I wouldnโt want that. I forced myself to stay still. But I didn't take my eyes off Megan. I tried to be calm, but seeing her smug face was making it hard to do so. She noticed. Of course, she did. Like before, she relished seeing me powerless and furious. That evil smirk of hers was enough to make me want to rip it off her face.Megan grabbed Travisโs face suddenly and kissed him. Passionately. Shamelessly. Right in front of everyone. The kiss dragged on for a whole painful
ElaineWe set foot outside the Silver Rose Pack. It had been a long time since we ventured beyond the safety of our haven. Today, we would take back what was ours. With the strength of our newly forged alliances, we would throw Travis out of Wolfsilver."Keep your pace! We're almost at the pack borders!" Tristan shouted to everyone.The army was led by Tristan and Elsa, running at the frontline, ready to take down anything that blocked our way. Jared stayed close beside Tristan, while Ruther and Mike supported Elsa on the flanks."You better be alive, Trevor. Weโre on our way," Tristan said suddenly.His concern tightened something inside my chest. I couldn't help but ache for Trevor, imagining what hardships he might be enduring at the hands of Travis.My mind locked onto our mission. The battle ahead would test us all. But I'd face anythingโanythingโjust to hold the love of my life again."Hang on a little more, Trevor," I whispered into the wind, praying somehow the words would rea
TristanThat night, Elsa and the others decided we would leave early in the morning. Some of the warriors in the army were fired up, eager to avenge Alpha Earl. I overheard them talking about how it had been a long time since they felt their blood burn with this much passion. It lifted my spirits to know morale was strong. It would definitely help us win the war.Of course, a few warriors were more cautious. Word had spread about my defeat and the fall of Wolfsilver. They took Travis seriously, preparing themselves for the worst. Travis wasnโt someone you could underestimate.After a short meeting, I headed to the training ground alone. I needed to let off some steam and prepare myself for the rematch against Travis.I stayed up all night, throwing punches, imagining his movements from our last battle. Memorizing them. Preparing to counter them."I see youโre in good shape," Callum said in my head."I have to be," I replied. "Iโve got an ass to kick back home. Itโs now or never, Callu
TristanโHow long should we wait here?!โ I exclaimed in frustration, hitting the door with my bare fist. โWe canโt just stand here doing nothing!โIt had been a week since Travis captured my brother. A full week, and still no progress on Trevorโs rescue. The cabin was thick with the heavy stench of frustration and fear. Travis was too unpredictable to guess his next move, and I couldnโt bear the thought of regretting not doing something after everything Trevor had sacrificed for all of us. Including me.Ruther just sat there, his disappointment mirroring mine. Meanwhile, I could tell from Mikeโs clenched jaw that he was trying his best to hold his emotions together. The whole Silver Rose Pack knew what Trevor had done for us. Even if they didnโt show it the same way I did, I knew they were ready to fight for him.โCalm down, Alpha. Emotions wonโt get us anywhere,โ Jared said cautiously.โCalm down?!โ I snapped, turning on him. โYouโve been saying that all week! How can I calm down whe
TrevorMy eyes widened at the unexpected scene. I held my breath as I watched Megan being lovingly escorted by Travis."My love... What brings you here?" Travis kissed her hand and smiled."I got bored in my quarters," Megan said, crossing her arms as she stood beside Travisโ throne. "I didnโt expect to meet an old acquaintance."I scoffed, feeling disgusted just by the thought."In your wildest dreams."Megan walked towards Travis. When she reached him, she casually sat on his lap."Do you miss me already?" Travis whispered. He buried his face into her neck."Is there any reason why I shouldnโt miss you?" she teased.Without shame, Travis kissed her neck in front of everyone. Megan, devoured by his lips, smirked at me like she believed she'd climbed back into power. "Iโm sure youโre not blind to see the result of your petty revenge," I said while clenching my fists. "Tell me, Megan, was it worth it?""Shut the hell up!" Megan screamed. "Donโt pretend you know nothing about my suffer
TrevorWolfsilver was beyond anything I had ever imagined.And not in a good way.My heart sank. Everything was in chaos. The moment I stepped onto the packโs territory, I had to fight the overwhelming urge to stand up for the oppressed wolves around me."Please stop. I'm begging you," a woman whimpered. One of the rogues laughed cruelly before slapping the poor omega across the face."You're here to serve us! Do you want to die?" he shouted.Another rogue grabbed at her and tore her clothes. While a third pinned her to the ground.โNo! PleaseโฆDonโtโโTravis' men were worse than animals. They were monsters. Soulless. Heartless. Driven by nothing but their twisted desires.It was broad daylight, and yet no one stopped them.The omega cried silently, humiliated and broken, as the rogues violated her.The warriors stood by and did nothing. They turned their eyes away and let hell swallow one of their own.This... this was normal here now.For the rogues, this was life.And Travis was th