LOGINElaraAerin was right. I do feel refreshed.“Got anything to say?” Aerin asked, helping me out of the spring.I snickered, “Yeah, yeah…You're right. It is refreshing."He smiled, “Ah, I did something right then.”“Yes, you did, Alpha.” I said.The music had shifted again to a more slower tone. More playful. Conversation and laughter spilled into every corner of the courtyard.Then, my stomach grumbled loudly, “Shit,” I muttered, clearly embarrassed.Aerin laughed. I was genuinely surprised, “Why are you laughing?”“Your facial expression when your stomach rumbled was so funny.”I chuckled, shrugging, “It is embarrassing though.”I needed food.Aerin puts his hand over my shoulder and turns me in the direction of where a few people were gathered like a buffet.“Over there, you can get lunch.”“You’re not hungry?”“Nah, later perhaps. There’s a banquet later on tonight, you’re coming right?”“I didn’t even know there was a banquet.”“There usually is,” he said, “…like a dinner kind of
DravenMy nose caught her scent before I saw her—hijacking my whole senses. It was like a siren’s call, that intoxicating blend of honey and lavender that was uniquely hers. My shoulders stilled as I raised my head and there she was—in a see-through black sheer mooncloth that wrapped around her like it had been placed there as a formality. For a moment, my mind couldn’t process what I was seeing…what she was wearing. The mooncloth traced her body, stopping short mid thigh with a very open slit at the right side revealing her perfect figure, her slim waist, and smooth flawless skin. Her black underwear on display, so was the top of her cleavage. My eyes dragged along her body, refusing to obey anything resembling being subtle.Her hair was in a messy bun as strands stuck to the back of her neck from the heat in the air. I looked at the line of her perfect collarbone, the way the fabric shifted with each step she took, outlining the curve of her waist, and sway of her hips. My eyes w
Elara Zuri was really hot and the gold jewelry around her hands and neck highlighted her glassy golden eyes. Draven stepped into the spring without hesitation and other Alphas began. I spotted Mateo with Kyra in her pink fabric—she was beautiful but of course…I’d never tell her. My eyes moved to Draven as the water parted around his legs, rising slowly, his chest glistened and it was hard not to stare.I didn’t even try not to stare. I practically ogled him. Then, besides him, Zuri followed, her laugh light as he helped her in. His hands went around her back. My gaze fixed on them. I couldn’t take my eyes off.Zuri leaned into him closer than necessary, her hand grazing his arm as she settled in the water.My stomach turned.“You might burn a hole through them at this rate.”Aerin’s voice came from my side, smooth and edged with quiet amusement.I didn’t look away from them, “Do I not have the right to stare?” He stepped into my peripheral, his arms loosely folded. I see his gaze fl
ElaraAerin was funny. I’ve never come across an Alpha who’s deeply worried about finding his mate but wants all the fun.While we waited for his Beta to get their bags, I noticed the Conclave became more busy. By midday, everywhere was livelier—music weaved through the air, laughter rose, and movement everywhere. “What’s happening?”“The Moonspring ritual,” Alpha Aerin said beside me, his voice light with familiarity. He’d done this a number of times…I’m sure. “It’s one of the highlights,” he continued.It was an event and apparently a ritual.I focused my attention at the center of the courtyard where the preparations were already underway. I saw a circular clearing had been opened, and in it glowed faintly with etched symbols that looked like they were pulsing under the sunlight.“What exactly is the ritual for and how does it work?”“Well, it is a sacred thermal spring where wolves “cleanse” before any proceedings,” he chuckled. “But, apparently every wolf here must partake, es
DravenThe moment her eyes flickered over my shoulders I assumed she'd seen someone. I turned around to find Aerin waving back at her. I stood for a moment where she left me and watched her walk happily towards him.Didn’t we just have a conversation now? I even thought I felt a thaw. It was like the conversation meant nothing to her. More like I meant nothing.My jaw tightened. I know I shouldn’t be angry. It was a stupid, pointless and childish argument, and yet my chest hadn’t settled down from the moment I saw her in all her morning glory as she walked up to me.There was this shift and my heart thudded loudly in my chest as she spoke to me. And I didn’t like it. I didn’t like the way my focus narrowed in on only her, how everything else blurred, how I paid attention to her face, her expressions and how I fought so hard not to laugh when we were arguing. I just wanted her to stay there and talk to me all day long.When Elara’s around me I found myself holding back, fighting som
ElaraEverything about the Moonlight pack was intentional. I liked it. Soft breezes carried a floral scent here. And they were suited to host a conclave. I slept well—almost though. Anton helped shift my mind away from Draven and the rest. This morning felt nice and the rooms were breathtaking. When I went last night to see what the Alphas' suite looked like Kyra almost killed me with her eyes. This morning I adjusted Lior on my hip as I stepped out into the already busy courtyard, my eyes taking everything in once again like it might make more sense the more I take it in.I saw stone pathways curved very elegantly around gardens that were decorated with silver-leafed trees. It was beautiful too but Ironfang gardens were more beautiful if I was honestly comparing. They had frosted flowers that looked and glimmered like crystals. Some sharp enough to cut you if you weren’t careful. The moonlight pack was beautiful though. I appreciated their scenery. Reminds me of Thornshade a litt
ElaraHe froze.His lips hovered a breath away from my neck as his body went rigid.His nostrils flared.“What is that?” he asked quietly, sniffing me.I blinked. “What?”His jaw tightened as he raised his head, “You smell like him.”Confusion flickered through me. “I don’t under—““You smell… like
Draven“I said remove them.” I yelled to Kael. The silver around my wrists burned like hell.“I can’t do that, It’s too dangerous.” Kael said, not moving. “My jaw tightened. “I am not some rabid omega you cage when he loses control.”His gaze didn’t waver. “You almost killed Elysia.”A muscle tick
Elara“Why do you care so much, Elara?” He asked, completely surprising me.It wasn’t an accusation. It sounded more like… confusion.I went very still. I opened my mouth and closed it again.“Why are you still here? You could walk away,” he continued. “You’re not bound to me. Not by ceremony. Not
ElaraI couldn’t sleep all night.Not after what I had seen. Not after the sound of that roar had carved itself into my bones. It gave me the chills all night.More like I was afraid he’d rip through and do something he might regret if he ever gets cured.Lior played with Elysia’s hair. She had har







