A strange noise jolted me awake, my eyes snapped open instantly. I remained in the same position, straining my advanced werewolf hearing. There it was again, soft taps against my window. Maybe raindrops? But my acute hearing didn't pick up any rain outside. I kept my ears sharp, listening intently, and there it was once more. It was midnight, if this was a prank, the perpetrator would soon regret it.On tiptoe, I moved to the window and waited. Yes, no mistake, there was that ticking again. So, indeed there was someone messing with me. I sneaked out of my bedroom to the front door and opened it silently. I walked to the back of the house, determined to catch this disturber of my sleep in the act. Hiding behind an apple tree in the garden, I stared at my room's window, inside was pitch dark.And then I saw a head rise, peeking through the curtain into my room. My heart pounded as I moved closer, taking silent and deliberate steps. I positioned myself right behind him, remaining unnoti
The next morning, after I woke up, I stayed in bed and mused about my escapade with Zane.If only I hadn't left the hospital on impulse, I wouldn't have met Alex and we wouldn't be in this mess right now. But I could not have foreseen what was about to transpire. In my mind, I had a plan: if he had settled things well with Marelva, my conscience would be clear, and we would enjoy our love without guilt or regret.The fact was, I could not live without him. However, my conscience could not bear depriving three children of their right to have a father. And Marelva wasn't really cooperating; it was obvious she wanted Zane for herself. The drama she caused last time at our house proved it—she wanted to complete her family. Wasn't she and her children entitled to that? Wouldn't I want the same if I were in her position?I slid out of bed and freshened up in the bathroom. Then I went looking for my parents, as I knew they always got up early to check the details of the night’s border patrol
Alex stood behind me, looking visibly angry. His eyes blazed with intensity, and his sharp fangs were bared threateningly. It was clear he was battling his wolf for dominance. I was unsure how much of our conversation he overheard. If he was eavesdropping the entire time, Zane could be at risk. Out of respect, my parents rose to their feet while I remained seated defiantly. I refused to let this man intimidate me. For Zane's sake, I would stand up to him in this confrontation.He was clearly annoyed by my attitude, but I refused to back down. Without an invitation, he entered the house and strode directly toward me. He halted just as his nose nearly brushed against mine, glaring at me menacingly."Have you remained in contact with that human? Don't push me into taking extreme measures to stop this. I have no patience for trouble," he snarled. "Where were you last night? I sensed something was off with you."I remained calm, a cool smile gracing my lips."Good morning, Alex. How was yo
My frustration increased with each passing minute.Alex constantly lingered around me, asserting his ownership in a way that deeply irritated me. His presence felt stifling, as if he was always trying to impose his dominance. I was curious to know who he hoped to impress with such behavior since he had already declared publicly that I was his Luna. Why did he need to keep hanging on? In disgust, I wondered why he couldn't sense my frustration with him being perpetually present.After being in Zane's arms last night, I found it hard to be near any other man. The memory of Zane's touch and the warmth of his embrace only intensified my irritation with Alex. It was as if Alex sensed my annoyance because he deliberately stayed close and continued to bug me endlessly.At the first opportunity, I excused myself and headed towards the restrooms. However, as I approached them, I veered off into a hallway that led to a sitting room. I knew this packhouse well. Once there, I collapsed onto a cou
Once we rejoined the group and immersed ourselves in the conversations, I noticed Elyon casting furtive glances my way. I wasn't sure how to interpret this. I worried Xena would notice it too and mention it, or worse yet, curse me about it later. Today wasn't going well for me; I felt like everything was making my life difficult.Then a plan came to mind. If Alex caught me in a compromising situation with Elyon, he could end up despising me and expelling me from the pack. This would grant me freedom without any looming threats. The idea excited me, as I had nothing to lose and everything to gain by becoming a rogue or lone wolf.Since there was no love between Alex and myself, parting ways wouldn't be difficult for either of us. Moreover, infidelity provided an acceptable justification for rejecting a Luna. On the other hand, given the mate bond, killing me would weaken him. That's not something I needed to worry about at this time.My eyes fell on Lance, who had also observed Elyon's
My plan backfired. I expected Alex to be furious, cause a scene, immediately reject me, and leave me behind in my pack. However, I was disappointed. On the other hand, he came right into the game. What I failed to realize was that jealousy is only caused by love. However, Alex doesn't actually love me; he merely views me as someone who fulfills duties as mate and Luna.Oh gosh, I'm even further behind than before. In fact, it seemed that Alex was quite pleased to share me with Elyon and appeared to enjoy the situation. Nervously glancing toward my parents, I noticed they hadn't picked up on our absence either. They probably assumed we were talking about pack business and chose not to interrupt us."Alex, are you really leaving today? Why not extend your stay by a day? Traveling such a long distance in just a few hours sounds exhausting. My mate and I would love for you to stay longer." Alex considered the offer."I still have a lot of work at the office that I absolutely need to hand
Still Becca’s Point Of ViewI was assigned a room in the Alpha wing of the packhouse.As I glanced around the room, my eyes fell upon a large bed positioned at the center. Thank goodness. Finally, I had the opportunity to sleep peacefully with Alex being far away. However, I was aware it was just for one night. Now that he had the chance to touch me, he was surely anticipating taking our intimacy further. Knowing that he wouldn’t be around me for some time made me lower my guard. He had an unpleasant habit of pulling me close whenever he could. In fact, I believed this was the main cause of my depression. Constantly inhaling the scent of someone I deeply disliked was intolerable.It was still early, with the sun just beginning to rise. Alex and Johnston were scheduled to leave in the evening, which meant I had a few more hours of his company to manage."Do you need Johnston today, Alex? I'd like to show him around in my pack," I inquired.A momentary flash of fury appeared in his eyes
"Who are you having such a hearty laugh with on the phone?"I stiffened upon hearing a man's voice coming from behind. Turning around, I found Johnston standing there with his hands on his hips, staring at me intently."Zane, I need to go. Johnston is waiting for me," I whispered hurriedly into the receiver."Take care of yourself, Becca. Remember that I love you and will be waiting for you," Zane assured me before I ended the call. With emotions swirling inside me, I leaned my head against the phone box momentarily to gather myself.Johnston waited for a response, his brow creased with worry."Johnston, I need to be honest with you. That was Zane on the phone. I miss him so much. I want to get back, get out of the pack, get away from Alex. I'm desperate," I admitted, my voice trembling under the strain. Johnston let out a despondent sigh, his expression gently shifting to one of empathy."If there were a way to set you free, I’d do it without hesitation. I truly understand what you'
A chaotic situation erupted as wolves that had been following Elyon appeared on the scene.The sudden break in the link with their Alpha was felt both in Moon Shine and Paxton, signaling to everyone that Elyon had met his end. The wolves in the packs awaited the details with bated breath, unsure of what had transpired.Jerney and Artic quickly moved to tend to the wounded. Zane and Clea lay unconscious on the ground, their injuries severe. Blood pooled beneath them, staining the earth."Call an ambulance, now!" Jerney barked to Artic, urgency lacing his voice.Artic fumbled with his phone, his fingers trembling as he dialed for help."We need an ambulance immediately. Two injured, severe condition. Confidentiality is crucial."The paramedics arrived shortly, loading Zane and Clea onto stretchers. Becca stayed close to Zane, her heart breaking at the sight of his battered body. She clutched his hand tightly, tears streaming down her face as she begged the Moon Goddess to spare him, rem
All three men shifted back to human form.Elyon's eyes burned with a crazed fury as he snarled at Becca, who stood defiantly between him and Zane."You think you can escape me, Becca? You think I won't hunt you down to the ends of the earth? Wrong, mate! I will always find you, wherever you hide.". "I'm not your property, Elyon. I won't go back with you." Becca's voice was steady, but her eyes betrayed her fear. She knew Elyon was dangerous in this condition.Elyon's growl was low and menacing."You have no choice. You are mine, and you will always be mine. You better get used to that."Jerney and Artic moved to stand beside Becca and Zane, their presence a united front against Elyon's madness."Elyon, stop this!" Alpha Artic commanded. "You're out of control. This isn't the way to handle things."Elyon's gaze shifted to his colleague, his fangs bared."You dare to defy me? You think you can protect her from me? She is my mate! Nothing can change that. We already had the Luna ceremon
In a secluded clearing in the forest, Jerney and Artic paused to catch their breath.They were once again busy combing the entire area in search of Becca. The forest was dense, the underbrush thick with foliage that made every step a cautious one. They knew she would flee through the woods to reach any big city to blend in.They had been searching for days, especially after Becca didn't show up at the airstrip. Then Jonas confirmed that she had left the pack in a car, but all contact had been lost. He also said that Elyon had followed her and her car had crashed into a ravine, but her body had not been found. Elyon knew for sure that she wasn't dead because he had picked up her scent in the woods but had lost her trail. The Alpha then went on a rampage in Moon Shine after many search parties had failed.The Alphas knew they had to find Becca as soon as possible and bring her to safety. Staying on the yacht was better than in a big city where she would definitely encounter a wolf.The
Alpha Elyon was in a rage!His fury knew no bounds as he rampaged through the pack, leaving a trail of destruction in his wake. Becca had been missing for four days now, and no one had been able to track her down. Every time a patrol returned with zero results, his frustration grew. It annoyed him to no end, and he knew it wouldn't be long before he started killing.The Alpha was starting to show signs of insanity, and the pack members knew it. After the death of his mate, the damaged mate bond could have saved him from collapse because of his strong attraction to Becca. But now that even Becca had left and tried to reject him, his sanity couldn't handle it."A she-wolf! And I have invested millions of dollars in your training, clothing, and equipment," he snapped at his Beta, Jake, who came with more bad news. "You are worthless! You can't even track a woman. What kind of werewolves are you?!"He half-shifted, his fangs coming out as he stared at Beta Jake with bloodshot eyes."If I
"Oh, Becca, I thought I'd lost you," Zane murmured, his voice trembling with emotion."Never! I knew we would meet again, but I never imagined it would happen so soon and here,” Becca whispered, her voice breaking. "I missed you so much. How did you end up here, and where is our pup?"Becca clung to him out of sheer joy.“He’s with my father. I was on my way to Jerney and Alpha Artic, my friend. I encountered a roadblock, and the officers took me here for interrogation. They wanted to know where you are, suspecting that you were with me.”Zane grabbed her hand tightly. "We need to be careful," he stated. "Elyon won't stop looking for you. We have to stay one step ahead."After the initial bliss of their reunion, a sobering reality settled over Becca and Zane. The joy of finding each other after such a harrowing ordeal was palpable, but the danger that surrounded them was undeniable.Zane's expression turned serious as he recounted his experience. "Becca, those men who detained me, I h
For two days, Becca stayed in hiding, her heart twinged with every sound that reached her ears. The dense forest provided some shelter, but the constant fear of being discovered kept her on edge. She lay low beneath the thick canopy of trees, her wolf senses heightened, listening for any sign of danger.The first night was the hardest.As the moon rose high in the sky, Elyon's mournful howl echoed through the trees, sending shivers down her spine. The sound of his sorrowful cry pierced the silence, and Becca's heart ached. She could feel the pull of the mate bond, a reminder of the vow she had taken. Despite everything, a part of her felt his anguish, but she knew she couldn't turn back.Now that she was Luna, the mind link with the Moon Shine pack was also open. The sudden influx of voices was overwhelming, and she could hear the chaos and shouts of the pack members. The loss of their Luna was a hard blow, they all were near a breakdown.‘The Luna is missing! We must find her! Everyo
Becca swallowed hard, desperately trying to suppress the panic that was rising in her.She realized she had to fulfill her role, yet the situation felt overwhelmingly real. These ancient vows held deep and meaningful significance; it seemed sinful to misuse them for her own selfish purposes. But right now, she had no other choice left.“I do,” she said shakily, her voice barely above a whisper.“And do you, Alpha Elyon, promise to honor and protect your Luna, to lead with integrity and compassion, and to uphold the values of our pack?”“I do,” Elyon replied, his grip on Becca’s hand tightening. He stared at her blissfully, knowing there was no going back for her at this point. The vows were sacred, and even the Council would not be able to lift them.The Elder continued with the ceremonial rites, but Becca’s mind was elsewhere. She scanned the room, looking for any sign of Jonas or her parents. She needed to know that they were ready to execute their plan.Finally, the Elder concluded
The following day, Zane was a man on the edge.Desperation clawed at him at the thought that Becca was now bound to another Alpha. He was sure she didn’t approve of this, she loved only him and was already on her way back home. The image of her being forced into a life she didn't want haunted him relentlessly. Every fiber of his being screamed that he needed to act, that she might be in danger.He couldn't just sit back and wait for her to return. He had to do something. His mind raced with scenarios, each more troubling than the last. What if Elyon mistreated her? What if Becca was desperately trying to escape, waiting for him to come to her rescue? Zane's heart pounded in his chest as fear and worry threatened to overwhelm him.He paced his living room, running his fingers through his hair as he mulled over his next move. His usually sharp mind felt clouded with anxiety, but he forced himself to think clearly. The walls of the room appeared to close in on him, stifling him under the
Three faces turned towards Alpha Artic as he delivered his statement with complete conviction, condemning his fellow Alphas."Although I myself revere the mate bond, I firmly believe it must be completely mutual. It should never turn into a prison if it's not beneficial for both individuals involved."Jerney nodded with a serious expression. "Exactly, that's why the situation has escalated. The Council meeting was highly charged. Becca is currently at Moon Shine with her new mate, Elyon. Their Luna ceremony takes place tonight."Alpha Artic's eyes opened wide in surprise. "Elyon? How did this happen? Becca was supposed to be with Zane, not trapped in another bond."Jerney let out a deep sigh. "The Moon Goddess moves in mysterious ways. Becca and Elyon are second chance mates, yet the bond remains weak for Becca. Despite her rejection, Elyon is resolute in not accepting it, he’s determined to make her his Luna."Artic clenched his fists, the muscles in his jaw tensing. "This is insane.