Masuk**Elena** Excitement filled the air…laughter, cheers, the sound of drums and flutes blending with the echo of happy howls. The night sky above shimmered with stars, and the silver glow of the full moon hung high, as though watching over us. My palms were cold as my heart raced. I glanced at Xavier, and he was already looking at me… calm, steady, and so painfully handsome in his black ceremonial robe, trimmed with gold threads that reflected the moonlight. It was happening. After everything… it was finally happening. He took my hand, firm but gentle. His voice came out deep and clear. “I, Alpha Xavier Than,” he said, his gaze locked on mine, “accept you, Elena Downs, as my fated mate. Bonded by the Moon Goddess to live as one… forever.” The word forever hit differently. It wasn’t just a vow. It was a promise that felt too big for my chest to hold. My lips trembled slightly as I repeated the words. “I, Luna Elena Downs, accept you, Alpha Xavier Than, as my
**Elena**He just smiled wider, reached for the fork instead, and continued.For the next several minutes, the only sound was the soft clink of cutlery and our unspoken tension.Sometimes, his fingers brushed too close to my plate and I’d smack his hand away. Other times, he’d steal from it anyway and grin like a proud thief.It was infuriating.And also… oddly warm.When we finally finished, I stood up, stretching slightly. The clock read past nine. I yawned. “Well, I’m off to bed.”“Good idea,” he said.But instead of leaving, he went to the door, spoke to someone, and returned with his robe.“What are you doing?”“Getting ready.”“For what?”He looked me dead in the eyes. “To stay.”My jaw dropped. “You’re joking.”But he wasn’t. I heard the shower start running a moment later.“Oh my goddess,” I muttered, gripping my pillow. “This man is insane.”I bit my lip when I heard the door unlock again.Quickly, I turned to my side, pretending to be asleep.He came out in a robe, damp ha
**Elena**And just like a miracle, she stepped forward. “Hey, Papa, didn’t you miss me too?”She bent down and hugged him tightly.He chuckled, almost pushing her off. “Hey, go away, you spoiled brat. I see you every day. Today’s your sister’s turn.”“No, I want my turn!” she pouted, holding onto him tighter.I smiled, watching them bicker like children. For a second, it felt like everything was normal again… no pain, no secrets, no broken hearts.Oh, Moon Goddess, I thought. Would I be making a huge mistake if I decided to take Mortina’s confession to my grave?A single tear escaped again before I even noticed.“She’s crying,” Father said softly.“Yes, I am,” I replied quickly, laughing through the tears. “Because I want my turn with Papa.”Helena laughed, making space, and I joined them both in a warm embrace.“I’m sorry, Mortina,” I whispered silently. But I won’t let you ruin our happiness, even from your grave.Helena is my father’s daughter. And she and Xavier… just sister an
**Elena**I knocked softly before pushing the door open.“I’m currently in a meeting. Please see the nurse outside, she’ll attend to you..”He spoke, eyes still on the paper in his hand, until my voice came out.“Well, this patient requires your attention, doc,” I said, crossing my arms.That made him glance up.The expression that crossed Nick’s face made my chest tighten. His eyes widened first, then softened in disbelief…like he was staring at a ghost.“Elena?” His voice cracked slightly.I smiled faintly. “I’m back.”The chair screeched as he jumped to his feet and lunged toward me, wrapping me so tight I almost stumbled.“Woah, careful!” I laughed, trying to steady myself.He pulled back, blinking fast, and then…like the dramatic idiot he’d always been, pinched my arm hard.“Ow!” I smacked his shoulder. “Dude, that hurt!”His lips parted, still in shock. “You’re real?”“No, it’s my ghost,” I said dryly, raising an eyebrow.He burst out laughing…half relieved, half emotional. “Th
**Elena*”The car rolled to a stop in front of the mansion, and before I could even open the door, a crowd of maids and guards rushed forward.“Welcome, My Queen!”Roses were thrown into the air, petals scattering like soft rain. The air smelled of jasmine and luxury.I forced a smile. My heart felt heavy, but I hid it behind a calm face.As I stepped out, my eyes caught Ivana’s from across the grand hall.She froze.Her face went pale…like she knew the amount of trouble she was in.The last time we saw each other, she betrayed me. Tried to keep me locked and away from Xavier.“Come with me,” I said, brushing past her without waiting for her answer.She hesitated, stammering. “M–My Queen, this way please… His Majesty said…”I cut her off with one sharp look. “That room,” I pointed ahead.Her hands trembled. “No, My Queen. His Majesty ordered for you to be taken to…”“I said take me to my old room.” My tone was enough to silence her. She swallowed hard and nodded.Two maids tried t
**Elena**My breath hitched.The infinity bracelet I had given him.I nodded, my heart pounding. “What does that have to do with any of this?”He stared at it, his jaw tight. “I finally understand what the symbol meant.. and who it came from.”“No…” I shook my head, panic clawing up my throat. “No, it doesn’t mean anything. Don’t twist this, Logan. Please.”He didn’t speak. He just looked at me…hurt, broken, and still trying to smile.And that silence was worse than any goodbyeI didn’t even know when the tears started falling.They came quietly at first, then all at once.“Logan.. I don't like the way this is going” My voice trembled. “Please, just stop.”He reached for my face, his thumb brushing my cheek. “Stop crying,” he whispered, his voice breaking. “You’re making it harder for me. And it’s killing me.”I hit his chest weakly, my words coming out in gasps. “And what about me, huh? You don’t think I’m hurting too?”His eyes closed, like he couldn’t stand to look at me. “I never
**Elena**“You were doing so great at the initial stage,” she said, her voice oddly calm, like she was praising a child. “But then… I found out you told people about our little secret.”She exhaled smoke, slow and steady, lips curling into that cruel smile that made my skin crawl. “I couldn't risk
**Elena**“Wakey wakey, sleepyhead.”A light tap hit my cheek. Once. Twice.My lashes fluttered open, everything a blur of white and blinding light. My head throbbed, and I blinked hard, trying to focus, but the brightness burned my eyes.Then a face appeared…clear as day.Mortina.And then my mem
**Logan**“What the hell is going on? I spoke, turning toward the entrance.“Please, you can’t go in, Alpha… There's a party tonight. You have to leave,” one of the guards stammered, and then a body hit him clean off his feet.That motion froze the ball room, and all eyes swung to the entrance.I g
**Elena**Logan's hand lifted gently, tilting my face toward his. “Hey,” he murmured softly, brushing the tears away with his fingers.Before I could think, he leaned in, pressing his lips to mine. The kiss was slow, deliberate, and soft, carrying the faint sweetness of the coconut drink we had sh







