I groaned as the alarm sounded, pulling me harshly from my cosy dream.
Reality. “Hallie. You better wake up, or you're be late again.” My sister's voice echoed through the door, asking if I was awake. Why did she always have to be so perfect? She was always up on time and always going on about how excited she would be to find her mate. “Go away, Veronica,” I yelled as she continued to bang on my bedroom door. I rolled my eyes and headed to the bathroom, turning on the shower to drown out her annoying banging and shouting. Mornings were never my thing, but I knew that if I wanted to be one of the top female warriors, I had to be punctual. Coach Benjamin had already been on my case about my timekeeping; if I kept being late, he would have no choice but to stop my training. No way was I letting that happen, and I wouldn't let him down. My brother, George, was away at alpha training; he would soon become the near alpha when our father stepped down. He had to train twice as hard as me; we hadn't seen him in a few months, but he was coming back the following week for my birthday, which my parents had insisted on throwing for me. My father hoped I would soon find my mate, but I refused to be anyone's Luna. Even if I found my mate, I wouldn't let him control my life. I was in charge, and I was ready to take on the world. As the daughter of Alpha Phoenix and Luna Harriet at Moonstone Manor, I come from a family of great importance in my community. It's a lot of pressure, but I am proud of my family legacy. Our pack is one of the biggest and strongest ones around. My parents worked so hard to make it what it is here. Even our omegas are treated with respect and kindness. My mother says we are all one big happy family. My hair is one of my favourite features. It's a rich, dark brunette that cascades down my back. It takes a lot of work to keep it looking its best, but I love the way it makes me feel when it's flowing freely behind me. When I'm training to become the best warrior in the kingdom, I tie it back, and I feel like a fierce warrior, ready to take on any challenge that comes my way! Luckily my annoying little sister had disappeared when I finally emerged from my bedroom dressed in black shorts and a black top, along with my black trainers. Yeah, black is my favourite colour, the same as my wolf, Indie. She is beautiful with black fur and a white patch on the left ear. Indie hates how against having a mate I am, but she will get over it. We are the best on the training team, and I want to keep it that way. “You're late," Benjamin shouted as I ran onto the training field. I smiled and started running laps before he could say anything else. Benjamin was my father's Beta and a fair trainer, but he always pushed me to work harder than everyone else. I didn't mind, though. I had been training since I was young, and I knew I could beat anyone. I could handle it. After the intense morning training session, I couldn't wait to wash off the sweat and dirt. I sprinted back inside, eager to jump into the shower and let the hot water wash over me. It was the perfect way to refresh myself and prepare for the rest of the day. "Miss Hallie, I have not dismissed you yet," Benjamin called out, and I couldn't help but roll my eyes as I turned back to face him. As if I wanted to stick around any longer than necessary. But then, something shifted. Benjamin's voice took on a different tone, and I could feel the energy in the room shift. "Listen up, everyone," he called out, and the group gathered around him. My heart pounded as he spoke, and I struggled to focus. It was clear that something big was about to happen, and I couldn't wait to find out what it was. "After discussing with Alpha Phoenix and a neighbouring pack, we've decided to hold tryouts for our best trainers to attend a year of warrior training." I was speechless. A year of training at one of the other packs, where they trained warriors to work closely within the Kingdom? It would be a dream come true. "Hallie, I'm sure you'll give it your best shot," Benjamin said, grinning and slapping me on the back. "Tryouts begin tomorrow. Alpha Peters and his Beta and head of trainers will be here this evening, ready for the tryouts tomorrow morning." Jax shoved me playfully, grinning from ear to ear. "Looks like somebody better be up before dawn," he teased. "Nothing will stop me from being there," I snarled. "You never know; you might just be a little late," Jax joked. “You never know; you might even meet your mate.” Kel appeared next to us and snuggled into Jax. They were both my best friends, and had found out they were mates only last month on Kel’s eighteenth birthday. I shuddered at the thought of having a mate. The idea of being tied down and following orders from a man made me feel sick to my stomach. All I ever wanted was to be a top warrior girl, and I had been trained all my life for this. The thought of popping out pups and giving up my dreams for some "stupid mate bond" didn't sit right with me. I was determined to pursue my passion for warrior training and become the best I could be. Why would I let anything, especially a mate, stand in the way of my dreams?" My father knew how important it was for me to train with the other males, and he allowed me to do so. I worked hard, and it paid off. Nobody had managed to knock me down yet, and I felt I was on top of the world. "Tomorrow is the big day! The tryouts for the training are finally here, and I'm so excited to show what I'm made of. Kels grinned excitedly, and I couldn't help but feel a rush of adrenaline at the prospect of competing. But Jax had to go and ruin the moment with a joke. "That's if she gets up on time," he chuckled, earning himself a punch in the chest from me. I was determined to make it to the tryouts, no matter what. Nothing would stand in my way of winning a spot on that training list. I was ready to give it my all and show everyone what I could do!It was almost lunchtime before I decided I needed to go for a run and let my wolf roam around. Jax and Kels were far too busy with their tongues down each other's throats, playing their favourite game of tonsil tennis. They were obsessed with each other; it was cute, but being like that with someone made me want to throw up in my hands and clap. I would much rather skip that part of life. My father was adamant that I would soon find my mate, and my mother was excited about throwing a grand ball. The whole thing was just a pointless load of rubbish, in my opinion. I was excited for my brother to come home from alpha training; we had always been close. I suppose that might be because he and he were close in age. Veronica was all right, but she was sometimes so whiny and irritating. For example, when my mother would try to discuss pretty dresses, I would get bored, but Veronica would squeal with excitement and overreact. She liked to be the centre of attention. “Halli
I was at a loss for words. Everyone had their eyes on me, including my mother, who looked disappointed by my lack of enthusiasm. Just moments before, she had dropped the news of a ridiculous mate ball, a place where single she-wolves could find their mates. Suddenly, my brother returned with a mate in tow and a baby on the way. He broke the awkward silence by throwing his arms around me and spewing nonsense about how much he missed me. He didn't miss us much, considering he forgot to mention his mate and child. Now, our parents would be even more pushy for me to follow in his footsteps. I took a deep breath, trying to calm my nerves and gather my thoughts. I knew that I couldn't continue to feel resentful towards my brother, but I couldn't shake the feeling that his return would only add to the pressure I was already feeling. I decided to step back from the situation and focus on what I wanted. I knew I didn't want to be pushed into finding a mate at some silly ball, but I di
I was brimming with confidence as I prepared to showcase my abilities, my wolf eagerly anticipating the challenge. With every passing moment, I could feel the excitement building within me, urging me to push myself to the limit. I took a deep breath, my gaze fixed on the opponent before me, and reminded myself that I was ready for anything that came my way. And then, the buzzer sounded, signaling the start of the challenge, and I sprang into action with all my might. I shifted seamlessly between my human and wolf forms, my every move calculated and precise. I could feel the wind whipping past me as I charged towards my opponent, adrenaline pumping through my veins faster than my feet could move. But I was in my element, and my wolf was right there with me, every step of the way. My opponent was strong, but I was stronger. I dodged and weaved, striking with lightning-fast reflexes that left my opponent reeling. And when I finally emerged victorious, I let out a triumphant roar
When I arrived at the Garson Pack, I was thrilled to see how beautiful it was. Before me stood a magnificent forest with tall trees that seemed to reach for the sky. It was like something out of a fairy tale. When I walked into the center of the pack, I was greeted by Alpha Arnie and his wife, Luna Isabella. Alpha Arnie was a towering figure, with broad shoulders and piercing blue eyes. His wife, Luna Isabella, was breathtakingly beautiful, with long black hair that cascaded down her back in waves. They were both incredibly welcoming and showed me around the pack, introducing me to some of the other wolves. As we walked, I was struck by how friendly and welcoming everyone was. Even the youngest members of the pack, like little Peggy, were eager to say hello and make me feel at home. Peggy was a little doll, with big beautiful green eyes and pigtails tied up with pink bows. She was dressed in a pretty pink dress with white sequins all over it, and her shoes were pink with white d
I stood there, feeling all pairs of eyes on me, as if I were on display. Their gazes bore into me, waiting for my reaction. I was at a loss for words. What the hell was I meant to say? I barely knew them, and now I had just found out their son was my mate. The mate that I never wanted. All I wanted was to train and become the warrior I had always dreamt of. This was my worst nightmare come true. “Well?” My so-called mate grinned at me with his hands in his pockets, as if he knew that I was struggling. I glared at him, feeling a surge of anger and frustration. He must be so arrogant, I thought to myself. I wanted to reject him there and then, but his parents were watching me excitedly. They were obviously pleased their son had found his mate. I, on the other hand, was not pleased. I pinched myself to make sure I wasn’t dreaming. It all felt so surreal. I had always heard stories about finding your mate, but I never expected it to happen to me. And now that it had, I didn't know
I'm so excited to finally start my warrior training at the Garson pack, but as soon as I wake up, I feel the weight of what happened last night. My mate is the son of the alpha and Luna, and their excitement about our match is almost too much for me to handle. I'm not sure how to feel about the situation, but I know that I can't just reject him. It would be a betrayal to the pack and to his family. I groan and throw my head back onto the pillow, wondering how I got myself into this mess. The knock on the door is loud and insistent, and I know that it's him. My wolf is going crazy, but I can't bring myself to feel the same way. I'm annoyed that he's always around, pestering me about our match. My father would be thrilled that my mate is the son of such a strong pack, and my mother would be ecstatic, but I'm not sure how to deal with these intense emotions. As I get up and get ready for the day, I can't help but feel like I'm stuck in a love triangle. I wish that I could just tal
I wasn't sure about Delia and Janie. They had always given me bad vibes, and I didn't trust them. I decided it was better to avoid them, even though I knew they were friends with Hugh. I didn't want to get involved in their drama or whatever unfinished business they had with him. I was perfectly happy on my own, and I didn't need any more complications in my life. But then the moon goddess had to go and pair me with Hugh. Of all people, why did it have to be him? It sucked that I had to have my mate here of all places, in this town where everyone knew everyone else's business. I couldn't escape him even if I wanted to. "I can't believe this is happening," I said to myself, staring up at the full moon. "Why did the moon goddess have to do this to me?" I was so lost in my thoughts that I didn't even notice when Hugh walked up behind me. "Hey," he said, his voice soft and hesitant. "Are you okay?" I turned to face him, feeling a mix of anger and frustration. "No, I'm not okay,"
As I made my way up the stairs, Delia's words echoed in my head. "We don't want you here as our future Luna. You know I'm the beta's daughter, and me and Hughy are destined to be together." I rolled my eyes and let out a heavy sigh. This girl was really something else. I could imagine if Kels was here, she would have knocked Delia to the ground by now. But I had to behave. I didn't want to be forced back to my own pack and have my training opportunity taken away from me. Not for her or anyone. Who did she think she was? A bossy brat that thought she was a number one princess? Well, unfortunately for her, I was the one fated to her precious little crush. It was also obvious that he didn't feel that way about her. She was jealous, and it was embarrassing how childish she was being. I wondered what Hugh could have ever seen in this sorry excuse for a shewolf, especially being the daughter of the beta. I shook my head, trying to clear my thoughts. I couldn't let Delia get to me