MasukMAYACall it instinct, I just knew something was wrong, and I've known for a while now. Terra's arrival only worsened it.I was anxious as I walked through the hall, trying to distract myself with the greetings from the pack house domestic as I went by, but in the end, I reached the visitor's sitting room where Terra was.My fingers curled into fists as I paused at the doorway, hoping I could read the emotions of the woman inside and mentally prepare myself. I was taken aback by the picture of the woman I saw. Instead of the bright, vibrant woman I've come to know, Terra sat slumped on one of the plush sofas.Her once-radiant copper-toned skin looked pale, and her cheekbones were more pronounced, an indication that she had lost a lot of weight. She was wearing casual clothes, different from the usual attire (Her ceremonial attire), but they hung loosely on her frame as if the clothes were hung on her.There was a distant look in her eyes as if she didn't want to be here at all. The au
KAELAs Callen left to deliver the message, I was reluctant to leave. The unexpected arrival of someone connected to Miriam set off warning bells in my mind.I studied her face. "Do you have any idea what this could be about?"She shook her head. "No, but I'll find out soon enough."I crossed my arms. "Do you want to see her?"She exhaled, thinking. "I suppose I should. If she came all this way, it must be important.""Then let me go with you," I said firmly.She gave me a small smile, but she shook her head. "I appreciate your protectiveness, darling, but I should talk to her first. If something feels off, I'll let you know.I trusted Maya's judgment, and she was right; we couldn't put everything on hold for every surprise that came our way. Still, I didn't like it, but I also knew she could handle herself. I studied her for a moment before nodding. "Fine. But if she tries anything…""I'll handle it," she assured me, swinging her legs over the bed."And if anything seems off…""I wil
KAELMy eyes fluttered open to the soft glow of the early morning light filtering through the curtains.I stretched languidly, carefully moving Maya sprawled on my chest to the other part of the bed… I was practically her mattress. After settling her, I pushed myself to the edge of the bed, reaching for the tablet resting on the nightstand to review my schedule for the day.I skimmed through meetings, security briefings, training sessions, and a few pack affairs; each task was listed neatly, but despite the workload, I didn't feel overwhelmed. Not anymore.When I was done confirming my appointments, I turned my gaze to Maya, fast asleep beside me. Her face was reflected in the soft morning light, her dark lashes rested against her fair skin, her chest was rising and falling in a steady rhythm, filling me with a sense of peace I never thought was possible.My mate. My peace.For so long, my life had been dictated by duty, by expectations that never aligned with my desires. But with May
FINN"It would be whatever I say it is, Miriam. That shouldn't bother you.""And if I refuse?" she stared at me defiantly."Maybe I might pardon you and let you go if you take back what you said the other day. You might not be sent back to the dungeon."She paused, smirking as though she recalled something deliciously wicked."Oh, you mean when I said you're nothing but a power-hungry mongrel who'd sell his own mother for a taste of power? That being an Alpha heir wasn't enough for your greedy soul, so you had to manipulate and scheme your way to the top by killing the father of my child, deserting my daughter on the wedding altar, and trying to play god?"She paused, taking in a deep breath. "Is it this one?""And oh... don't pretend like you didn't know that would happen. You've always known everything about Finn; you knew something like that would eventually happen. Maya will know eventually."I stared at her for a few minutes and shook my head, straightening. I would get rid of Mi
FINNI came in at the first light of dawn, and the first thing I did was hit the shower and wash off every trace. I was dressing up when Isla finally stirred awake.Thankfully, she had agreed to my request without putting up an extra fight, and I was glad. The privacy I would get without her being here would help me put things into perspective as they should be.When I finally walked out of the house, I tried to mask the emotions going through me. The morning air was cool, but it did little to quieten the fire brewing inside me. I kept thinking about earlier hours and how Isla almost caught me.I had barely stepped out of the euphoria when she confronted me, demanding answers, and pushing me as if she had any control over the choices I made.But she didn't.And she never would.One of the Betas under probation who served as my personal assistant was already waiting for me outside. He nodded wordlessly before falling into step behind me, following as I made my way toward the dungeon.T
ISLAThe disbelief turned to rage, boiling so fast I felt it surge through my veins. "You're sending me back? What do you take me for, Finn? A useless object you no longer need?"He sighed, still staring at the mirror. "Whenever I need you, I'll send for you."I took a step in his direction and lunged at him, my hand striking his chest as rage surged through every part of my body."You bastard! You think you can just throw me away when it's convenient for you?!"He caught my wrists with ease, holding me in place. His grip wasn't rough, but it was strong. His eyes locked onto mine."The maids are watching, Luna Isla. What will they say when they leave here? That our almighty Luna was fighting with her mate?""You started this first!" I yelled. I was past caring. My name was already a favourite topic among the domestic in the entire pack. How would this make a difference? I tried to hit Finn again, but he caught my hand again, pulling me closer to him, so I was directly on his heat.The







