LOGINNora's POVI did not cry after Alpha Fauz stormed out of my chambers.I sat on the edge of the bed for a long while, staring at the door he had just slammed behind him, trying to understand how the same night could leave two people with such different wounds.The sheets were still warm. His scent still clung to the room. My skin still remembered him. Yet the look he gave me when he woke up beside me had been nothing but fury. Not confusion. Not tenderness. Not even regret. Just anger so glaring that it cut deeper than any blade.I wrapped my arms around myself and lowered my head. What happened last night wasn't planned by me. I did not lure him. I didn't go to his chambers. He had come to mine half-dressed, burning with something wild and reckless, and though I had been angry with him, though I had wanted to resist the pull between us, he had looked so undone that all my anger melted. Perhaps that was my error and weakness.Now morning had fully broken, and with it came a terrible cl
Fauz's POV I woke up feeling warm, and for one brief moment, I did not open my eyes. I only lay there, half-drifting in the last fragile threads of sleep, aware of soft sheets, a faint floral rose scent, and the nearness of another body.I let my eyes open slowly. Morning light spilled through parted curtains in silvery streaks, falling across the bed in broken bands. I turned, but froze as I rammed into something soft.My breath caught as I beheld Nora. She was lying beside me. Her hair was spread across the pillow like dark silk, her face softened by sleep, though there were traces of strain even in her stillness. The blanket had slipped low enough to tell me all I needed to know without words. I could tell she was bare under the blanket. My gaze traced the lumps of clothes formed on the floor, they were my dress and hers.No!Fragments of the night came back in flashes. The festival, food, meat, wine, heat, confusion, an unbearable ache beneath my skin. I remembered leaving the f
Becca’s POVThe moment I entered my chambers, I slammed the door so hard the frame rattled.My chest rose and fell violently, my hands were still shaking. That foo! That wretched, impossible man. Can't he see me!?With a strangled cry, I seized the nearest vase and hurled it across the room. It shattered against the far wall, scattering shards over the floor, but the sound brought me no relief.I spun away, clutching at my half-loosened clothes, my breathing ragged with rage.I had almost won. I almost had him. The memory returned so vividly that I nearly trembled.He had been burning when we entered his bedchambers. His eyes were dark, breath rough, hands restless and desperate. The wine had softened his restraint, and the aphrodisiac scent I had worn had done the rest. Every look he gave me was wild, unfocused, and ravenous. He had wanted release, and for one glorious moment, I had believed that release would be me. I had led him in carefully, making it look as though he was the o
Nora's POVFauz pushed me roughly unto the bed. I didn't see it coming and I didn't resist. I fell flat on my back, my eyes blinking.Is this really happening? Or is this another sick joke? I remembered our first night in the mating chambers.His hand brushed down my shoulders and he tugged at my sleeve, roughly. Something wasn't right… he was too aggressive, I thought then the smell hit me hard, he was reeking alcohol.Too much wine, I bit down my lips disappointment flowing in like a river. How I wish he was here because he wanted me just as natural as it was for mates to long for each other.In no time, the heavy regalia that had once clung on my body was lying on the floor beside the bed. All that was covering my body were my panties and bra.Fauz’s hands gripped my shoulders aggressively. He pinned them against the bed and hoisted his face closer.Our lips were almost touching when he stopped. He took sharp and deep breath like he was savouring something. Seconds turned to minute
Nora's POVMy steps echoed sharply against the floor and the heavy skirts of my ceremonial swayed as I paced the length of my chamber for the umpteenth time.How dare he!The image of Fauz dismissing me during the Moonlight Festival replayed in my mind.He had walked beside me into the ceremony grounds like I was his Luna, but the moment the rites ended, he had sent me away.“Return to your chambers, the soldiers will join you,” his voice came faintly. Like I was some decorative object to be displayed when convenient and hidden away when I was not.My jaw clenched. “Unbelievable,” I muttered under my breath, and just like that, I returned to my chambers through the hidden passage.Outside the tall windows of my chamber, the festival was still alive with music and laughter. The distant sound of feasting drifted through the night air. Everyone was celebrating except me.Instead, I had been escorted back here under pack soldiers like a prisoner.My pacing grew faster. “If he thinks I’l
Fauz’s POVThe sacred rites of the Moonlight Festival had ended and the courtyard was alive with feasting. Elders shared Pack’s stories. Visiting dignitaries exchanged greetings while they wine and dine. Alpha Mark was also around, we finalised our alliance over glasses of wine.The moment the final ritual concluded, I sent Nora back to her chambers under the escort of elite soldiers.The tension between us earlier still lingered in my mind. She wouldn't understand that all I did was for her safety.While the pack celebrated, I retreated. My wound was still fresh and I could still feel the pain.My private chambers were quiet compared to the noise outside.A small table had already been prepared with food, roasted meat, bread, fruit, and a pitcher of dark wine.The moment I entered, the servants bowed. Among them stood Becca as always. She and two other cooks began arranging the dishes before me.The scent of the meal was rich, filling the room warmly. I poured myself another cup of
Nora’s POVIt was evening. I stood in the middle of the room long after the doors closed behind me.“My lady, I will be in the living room. Call me if you need me,”Rya had said before shutting the door behind her.The Luna’s regalia still rested on the cloth rack by the mirror. Its silver embroider
Alpha Fauz's POV Good morning, GrandLuna, I greeted as I walked in.“You are welcome, Alpha Fauz,” my mother responded as I made my way around the table.My gaze remained on Nora. She didn't wear Luna's attire, but a warm blue short gown that slightly clung to her body, brushing over her contours.
Nora’s POVSunlight slipped in through the thin curtains, touching me. I lay stiff on the edge of the bed with my eyes wide open as I stared at the ceiling. It was morning and I was still at the mating chambers I was alert all night waiting for the slightest hint of information about Alpha Pitman,
Alpha Fauz’s POVThe guards outside the Grand Alpha’s quarters stood stiff and pale, sweat glistening on their foreheads.I didn’t need to ask what had happened. I could hear it.The roaring voice of my father thundered through the thick doors.“You incompetent fools!” Grand Alpha Zlan bellowed. “H







