Author's POVRaider was standing in the middle of the bedroom which was not very bright as it was night. The light was low, making everything look a bit shadowy. His fists were tightly clenched, showing that he was really upset, and his jaw was tense and set in a firm line.Anger filled him intensely, almost like a fire spreading quickly. He fixed his intense stare on Cassandra as she came into the room. She walked in with an expression that looked careful and defensive, suggesting she was unsure of what might happen next.“Where have you been?” Raider demanded with his voice booming with anger and frustration. Each word he spoke was heavy with emotion.The soft warm glow of the moon struggled to break through the thick heavy atmosphere of tension that surrounded them, making it feel even more intense.Cassandra held her breath, feeling a cold dread creep around her body. “I... I went to the living room,” she said quietly with her heart pounding. “I just needed a moment to clear my he
Adams' POVThe early morning light was soft and faint as it came through the thick heavy curtains in my study. This gentle light created long shadows that stretched across my desk which were organized and arranged with great care.On the shelf nearby there were clay figurines shaped like wolves. These figurines were important to me because they reminded me of my family and the role I had inherited as the Alpha King.The atmosphere in the room felt heavy with an unspoken sense of power and control and there was a quiet peace that surrounded me. However, this moment of tranquility was suddenly broken by a loud and unexpected knock on the door.“Your Highness,” said a voice that belonged to Ronan.“Please come in,” I said, trying my best to keep my voice calm and steady. I wanted to sound confident and show that I was in control of the situation.The door suddenly swung open and Ronan walked into the room. His face showed a mix of urgency and deep concern. He was dressed in the tradition
Adams' POVAs I turned the corner of the big garden, the bright colors shone wonderfully in the afternoon sun. My heart felt light when I saw her—Lilith, my dear Luna, her laughter floating in the air with a sweet sound among the soft rustle of leaves.Next to her stood a young maid, wide-eyed and eager, listening closely to every word Lilith said. The scene pulled at my heart and a happy smile grew on my face as I got closer.“Lilith!” I called out with my voice wrapping around her like a cozy hug.The maid was laughing when she turned quickly curtsying and briefly looking at me before scurrying off feeling the vibe between Lilith and me. I moved closer, enjoying the moment as Lilith focused entirely on me.&l
Adams' POVI ran to the back of the run-down building with my heart racing with each quick step I took. The air smelled strongly of smoke and metal—a nasty reminder of the violence that happened just hours ago.“Ronan!” I shouted with my voice deep and harsh. The air was thick with tension and every part of me felt that something was very wrong. I came to a quick stop, staring at my Beta, whose face showed serious determination.“Over here,” Ronan called, beckoning me to a broken wall covered in shadows.“What is going on?” I asked, stepping closer and looking around at what was left of the village. The wreckage made me both mad and sad. It was once a lively place now turned into
Lilith's POVI walked through the fancy halls of the palace, the grand surroundings feeling pointless, as if the gold-plated walls were closing in on me. Every tick of the clock felt like a drum beating in my ears, making me anxious.Adams had been away for so long, and worry knotted in my stomach. I looked out the window toward the faraway Crescent Grove village.He had gone out for a normal check, yet just thinking about him dealing with the rogue danger alone filled me with deep fear.“Why did I let him leave?” I said quietly with my hands tightly balled while struggling with my own feelings.“Your Highness?” A gentle voice brought me back from my racing thoughts; it was one of my maids with worry showing on her pretty face. “Is everything okay?”I gave a smile, even though it felt very weak. “Sure, dear. Just… thinking.”She nodded, but I could see she wasn't sure. “If you want, I can find someone to go with you. The practice area is right outside, where the soldiers are getting r
Lilith's POVThe assassin's cold blade pressed hard against my skin right above my collarbone and I could feel my muscles clenched in anticipation with the adrenaline coursing through my veins. “Put the sword down now!” The Assassin commanded Dale. “Do it now, or I'll wet the ground with her blood!” Dale hesitated; I could see she was wrestling with the urge to draw her weapon and attack the stranger behind me. Her hand twitched as she took hold of the hilt of her sword. Then she looked straight at me and we locked eyes.“It's okay, do as he says,” I said softly, hoping against hope that she understood me. Dale reluctantly threw the sword on the floor and took three steps away from it as an assurance to the assassin that she had surrendered.“Now… you and I are going for a short walk.” The stranger hissed and began to pull me backward in the direction of the door. “And you….” He pointed the blade towards the direction of Dale. “…don't think of raising an alarm unless that's the las
Adams' POVI firmly held onto the reins of my horse, feeling the powerful pounding of the hooves hitting the ground below me.The wind raced through my hair and although it was cold and biting, I couldn't let it take my mind off what I was thinking about.On my left side, Ronan was skillfully guiding his horse right next to the white mare that was carrying the little girl we had rescued from Crescent Grove.The girl’s eyes shone with gratefulness and her tiny hands held the saddle tightly, showing just how thankful she felt for being saved.For some minutes, we moved together without saying a word to each other. There was a strong sense of urgency about needing to return, and it felt very heavy and serious all around us.The world around us seemed to be much quieter now compared to the noise and chaos we had just experienced in the village.I couldn't shake off the memory of the flames and blood. It was still very clear and vivid in my mind, haunting me as we rode along.Out of nowher
Adams' P.O.V“What is going on here?” I asked with my voice quiet and full of confusion.Lilith frowned as she looked at the scene, shifting her gaze between the two women standing in front of us. “What’s happening Adams?” she asked with worry clear on her face. “Cara? Is that really you?”“I—I’m the real Cara!” the hurt girl yelled while moving closer with worry clear on her face. “They hurt me! They—”“She is not telling the truth!” the other Cara interrupted with her voice full of anger. “I’m Cara. You have to trust me, Your Highness!”I quickly looked at Lilith, hoping she would help me in this crazy time. “What should we do?” She asked.“Arrest them,” I said while feeling a shiver run down my back. The truth was hard to find, and the air felt heavy with doubt. “Take them both in for questioning.”My men rushed forward, grabbing each woman’s wrists. The noise of rope tying filled the air as they were separated with both yelling that they were not guilty.“I am the real Cara! Your