I felt like a fool, looking around awkwardly and flushing even more as I realized he was talking to me. I tried to play it cool, but I could feel my face burning with embarrassment.Lucian, on the other hand, seemed completely at ease. He carried the pan to the dish on the table in the kitchen, expertly transferring the food without spilling a drop. "How was your night?" he asked, his eyes sparkling with amusement.I took a deep breath, trying to compose myself. "It was fine, thanks," I replied, trying to sound casual.Lucian raised an eyebrow. "Just fine?" he asked, his voice laced with skepticism.I shrugged, feeling a little more at ease. "Well, I did have some...interesting dreams," I admitted.Lucian's eyes lit up with interest. "Oh? What kind of dreams?" he asked, his voice low and husky.I felt another flush rise to my cheeks, but I tried to play it cool. "Just the usual stuff," I said, trying to downplay it.Lucian chuckled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "I'm sure it was
The next day, I woke up feeling a mix of emotions. As I lay in bed, the warm sunlight streamed through the window, casting a gentle glow on my face. The scent of freshly cooked food wafted through the air, mingling with the sweet aroma of blooming flowers. The fresh air filled my lungs, invigorating my senses.But despite the peaceful atmosphere, my body ached in various places. My muscles felt sore, and my head throbbed with a dull headache. I winced as I sat up, rubbing my temples in an attempt to alleviate the discomfort.I slowly swung my legs over the side of the bed, testing my body's response. Every movement seemed to send a ripple of pain through my muscles. I gritted my teeth, determined to push through the discomfort.As I stood up, a wave of dizziness washed over me, forcing me to grab onto the bedframe for support. I took a few deep breaths, waiting for the sensation to pass. It was clear that I had gone through a lot the previous day, and my body was still recovering.As
I stood there, frozen in shock, as my wolf's words echoed in my mind. "Jace, Mate!" What?! My mind was reeling. How was this possible? First, it was Caelan then Lucian, now Jace? I felt like my wolf was playing some kind of cruel joke on me.I looked at Jace, who was still smiling at me, oblivious to the turmoil brewing inside me. His eyes seemed to bore into my soul, and I felt a shiver run down my spine. How could my wolf think he was my mate?I tried to process this new information, but my mind was a jumbled mess. Caelan, Lucian, Jace, mates, secrets... it was all too much to handle. I felt like I was losing my grip on reality."Isla, are you okay?" Jace asked, his voice laced with concern.I nodded, trying to play it cool, but inside, I was freaking out. "Yeah, I'm fine," I lied. But I wasn't fine. I was far from fine.I felt awkward standing there, trying to process the revelation about Jace being my mate. To break the tension, I nodded towards the dorm door. "We're here," I said
Lucian called out to me, his voice low and gentle. "Isla?"I was still in a daze, lost in my thoughts about Adrian and the situation with Darius. When Lucian touched my arm, I flinched, my heart racing."What?" I asked, looking up at him with a mixture of confusion and concern.Ryder and Elias had already left, and it was just Lucian and Jace standing with me. Lucian's eyes were filled with worry as he looked at me."Are you okay?" he asked, his voice soft.I nodded, trying to shake off the feeling of unease. "Yeah, I'm fine," I replied.Lucian's expression was skeptical, but he didn't push the issue. Instead, he suggested, "You should move into my dorm room."I raised an eyebrow, surprised by the suggestion. "Why?" I asked.Lucian's reasoning was practical. "This dorm has been burnt down, and it's not safe for you to stay here. It's better if you stay in my dorm room, where I can keep an eye on you."I hesitated, unsure of what to do. Staying in Lucian's dorm room would mean being cl
The sound of rushing footsteps and urgent voices filled the air as more pack guards arrived to quench the fire. The flames were getting higher, casting a golden glow over the surrounding area.The guards worked swiftly, their movements practiced and efficient. Some used powerful spells to douse the flames, while others used hoses to spray water on the fire.The leader of the guards, a tall and imposing figure, directed the efforts with a calm and authoritative voice. "Keep the flames contained!" he shouted. "We don't want it spreading to the nearby buildings!"The guards responded quickly, working together like a well-oiled machine. They were a testament to the pack's training and discipline, and it wasn't long before the fire was brought under control.As the flames died down, the guards stood panting, their faces covered in soot and sweat. They had done an impressive job, and the pack dorm was safe once again. But the question still lingered: what was Darius planning next?I turned
ISLAI felt a pang of disappointment and hurt when Lucian pushed me away after accepting our wolf bond. But as I saw Elias and Jace approaching, I realized why he did that. Maybe he didn't want anyone to know that I was his mate now.Fear still gripped me as I saw Elias's face, his intense gaze and the memory of him breaking down my door flashing in my mind. The growling and snarling that had terrified me came flooding back, and I instinctively hid behind Lucian, feeling safer with him by my side.I peeked out from behind Lucian, seeing Elias's worried expression, but my fear still lingered. I knew I had to be careful around him, at least until I understood the dynamics between us better. For now, I was grateful to have Lucian's protection.“Is she okay?” Elias asked if I was okay, his voice soft and concerned. I looked up at him, confused. Why did he care about me? Wasn't he the one who had wanted to kill me the other time when I found him kissing Jace?"I'm fine," I said, trying to