Cassandra Baker, the respected Luna of the Crescent Moon Pack, believed her life was perfect alongside her husband, Alpha Sebastian Stones. She was the loving and loyal wife, beloved by everyone in the pack, until everything changed with the arrival of Emily, Sebastian Stones' fated mate. Cassandra's peace shatters when the infamous and cruel Cursed Alpha attacks her pack. To save everyone, Sebastian makes a terrible decision: Cassandra is handed over as a slave, a necessary sacrifice for the survival of those she once called family. Now, Cassandra faces a new reality as the prisoner of Xavier Blackwoolf, the Cursed Alpha. Amid fear and uncertainty, she must find a way to maintain her dignity and perhaps even discover a way to turn the tables in her favor. As she delves deeper into the dark world of the Cursed Alpha, Cassandra begins to question everything she knew about loyalty, love, and even her own nature. Can she find redemption in a man so cruel and bloodthirsty, who was rejected even by his own family from birth? Or will the power of the pack and the secrets of Xavier Blackwoolf's past consume her entirely, to the point where she falls in love with him? In a game of power and intense emotions, Cassandra must decide whether to resist the dangerous allure of the Cursed Alpha or surrender to a forbidden passion that could seal her fate forever.
View More**POV: Cassandra**
"Mate..." said Sebastian Stones, my husband and Alpha of the Crescent Moon pack, his eyes gleaming with desire.
Unfortunately, he wasn’t referring to me, but to the woman sitting next to me at the dinner table, my younger sister, Emily. An anguished silence filled the room as Emily lifted her face and rose toward my husband, murmuring the same word.
"Mate..." she whispered, almost breathless upon seeing him for the first time after years away. Sebastian immediately let go of my hand, as if all our memories and moments together had been erased.
Instinctively, I followed my husband's gaze, which was fixed on Emily. She had just turned eighteen, and her wolf, Ayla, had recently awakened. Her beauty was stunning, with bright green eyes and blonde hair cascading in curls down to her waist. She had undoubtedly inherited our mother Johanna's beauty, who was sitting beside us at the table, as shocked as the rest of the guests, all waiting for my reaction.
"Sebastian and I have been married for five years, and together we decided to reject our fated mates. He marked me five years ago," I said firmly, highlighting the mark on my neck, indicating that he had chosen me as his mate. "Recently, the Moon Goddess blessed us, and we decided to have this dinner to celebrate our five years together and the arrival of our babies." I swallowed hard, caressing my belly, and looked in Emily’s direction, who narrowed her eyes in anger upon hearing my last words.
"How long have you been pregnant?" my mother asked, surprised, looking at my belly, which showed no visible signs of pregnancy yet.
"I found out about the pregnancy eight weeks ago. I didn’t say anything because I wanted to surprise you all!" I replied firmly, grasping my husband's hand, making a point to show off our gold rings. "We are very happy, right, Sebastian?"
He didn’t respond, continuing to stare at Emily, mesmerized by her beauty. The last time he had seen her, she was only thirteen, before leaving for her exchange program in Texas. Now, she had transformed into a stunning vision that seemed to capture all his attention.
Sebastian had convinced me to have a party to celebrate our wedding anniversary. At first, I refused, but he insisted, arguing that he wanted to show off my beauty to all the guests and celebrate the fact that we were expecting twins. The idea of sharing our joy with the pack seemed perfect until this moment, when everything we had seemed to be falling apart.
The room was full of curious and tense glances, everyone waiting to see how this unexpected scene would unfold. I squeezed Sebastian's hand tightly, trying to bring him back to reality. "Sebastian," I murmured, trying to break the spell that seemed to hold him, "we have something wonderful to celebrate here."
But he didn’t move, didn’t respond. The enchantment of Emily seemed unbreakable.
"Sebastian, don't forget where we come from and what we are building together!" I communicated with him through the mind link so no one else could hear. "We are expecting twins, and that is something worth celebrating. Please don't disappoint me!" I murmured nervously.
He blinked, finally diverting his gaze from Emily to face me, confusion and conflict visible in his eyes. Then, I simply took a bite of food from my plate, trying to ignore the embarrassing situation and distract the other guests' attention.
"Alright, let’s make a toast. Long life to the Alpha, the Luna, and the babies on the way," my mother suggested to ease the situation, and everyone around raised their glasses toward me, except for Emily, who rolled her eyes and huffed indignantly.
"Excuse me, I need to go to the bathroom!" She stood up, wiping tears from her eyes, trying to disguise her crying with a forced smile. "Congratulations, Luna, on your pregnancy. I hope they come healthy!" she murmured before leaving, pretending to be happy for me.
I took a deep breath and stood up to follow her when I felt someone pulling my arm. "Cassandra... can we talk in private?" Sebastian asked me through the mind link.
Before the party was even over, Sebastian took me to his office. His eyes were full of conflict as he spoke: "Cassandra... I... never imagined that my fated mate would be your younger sister. Out of respect for your mother, who has a heart condition, and for all the guests present, I must reject her in private to avoid causing more problems for your family. Since your father's death, they are your only family. You understand, right?"
I just nodded. It had been four years since my mother was diagnosed with chronic angina and had to go through several periods of hospitalization due to the instability of her condition. That was one of the reasons why Emily traveled to California and graduated in medicine. She wanted to take care of our mother and try to reverse her health condition.
"Alright... I'll go with you," I responded, nervous, with my hands trembling slightly.
"No!" Sebastian said, grabbing my arm and drawing my attention. "I will take her to the airport alone. You stay here at home, taking care of your mother and our baby. Remember what the doctor said; you need to rest. After all, this is a high-risk pregnancy." He said this seriously, caressing my belly tenderly.
Sebastian left me in the room that night, promising he would be back soon.
Hours passed, but Sebastian still hadn't returned. The news that the Alpha had found his true mate spread quickly throughout the pack. The sun was already rising, and I remember calling several times, but unfortunately, Sebastian was out of my reach. With each unanswered ring, my heart raced. The anxiety and uncertainty were almost unbearable. I sat on the bed, hugging my belly, trying to calm the whirlwind of emotions threatening to overwhelm me.
"He promised me he would do the right thing. Sebastian will reject her, and everything will be fine. We'll be a happy family again, my baby," I murmured as tears streamed down my face. "He would never abandon me, not now, not while I'm pregnant. Sebastian loves me, and I'm going to be the mother of his children!"
I took a deep breath, trying to calm my racing heart, and wiped away the stubborn tears that kept falling. Every word was a desperate effort to convince myself that our love could overcome any challenge.
"Please, come back to us," I whispered, hugging my belly, feeling the gentle movement of our babies. "We need you. I need you."
Pov cassandraThe walls of the dungeon were cold and damp, and the smell of mold filled the air, mingling with the bitter taste of despair that refused to leave me. I sat in the dark corner of the cell, arms wrapped around myself, trying to suppress the trembling that overtook me. The chains on my wrists were heavy, but not as heavy as the weight of the accusations hanging over me.The echo of firm footsteps interrupted the oppressive silence. I lifted my head, quickly wiping away the tears that had fallen without my permission. I couldn’t appear weak, not in front of him. And there he was, Alpha Damon, standing outside the bars, wearing that cold, mocking smile that made me want to scream."What do you want here?" I asked, my voice firmer than I had expected.He entered the cell with the confidence of someone who knew they were in control. "You know why I’m here, Cassandra," he began, his tone calm but laced with venom. "I want you to take responsibility for the deaths."My hands cle
**Xavier's POV**Days had passed since the dust of war had settled, and I was finally crowned king. A grand ceremony took place, filled with ancient rituals and solemn words, but for me, the most significant moment was when Cassandra, by my side, received the crown of Luna. As the weight of gold was placed upon her head, I knew that, despite everything, she was my anchor, the reason why all of this was worth it.I looked at her, admiring her strength, even after all she had endured. There was an undeniable sadness in her eyes, but also a determination that made me believe that together we could overcome anything.After the coronation, my focus shifted to rebuilding the pack. The palace, devastated by the conflicts, began to be restored. The wounded soldiers received care, and the people returned to their homes. I made it a point to visit the families who had lost loved ones, offering help and ensuring that the future would be different. I promised myself that my leadership would be ma
The pain of childbirth had been excruciating, but nothing could compare to the wave of love that washed over me when I heard that fragile, delicate cry for the first time. My baby was here, in my arms, so small, so perfect.He was a boy. A beautiful, healthy boy, with eyes that, although newly opened, seemed to gaze directly at me. His skin, still red from the effort of entering the world, glowed under the flickering light of the flames illuminating the sky in the distance."My love... my boy..." I whispered, tears streaming down my face as I cradled him to my chest. Even with my body still aching from the pains of childbirth, I couldn’t take my eyes off him. I kissed his small forehead, feeling the warmth of his skin, and silently thanked the goddess of the moon for giving us this moment, even amid the chaos.But the moment of peace was brutally interrupted.The door was smashed open with a crash, and a group of men entered, their faces dirty and filled with hatred. I instinctively h
**Alpha Xavier's POV**The smell of gunpowder and blood filled the air as we led the attack on the central hall. I could hear the echoes of our wolves' howls mixed with the cries of resistance from Alpha Valetim's guards. Everything was going according to plan — we were surrounding the palace, closing off all escape routes.Ahead of me, one of Valetim's army commanders trembled, his eyes darting quickly over the men surrounding him. His breathing was heavy, and I could see the sweat dripping down his face."You’re surrounded," I said firmly, my deep voice cutting through the air. "It’s no use resisting. This isn’t just a battle, it’s the revolt of the people. Your tyranny, and that of King Valetim, is over. There’s no way out for you. Surrender and open the gates."He hesitated, gripping his sword with trembling hands. I could see the conflict in his eyes — a mix of fear and desperate loyalty. Before he could respond, one of my men advanced, pressing the sharp point of a blade against
*POV Cassandra*As I followed the servant through the dark corridors, we heard the unmistakable sound of Alpha Valetim’s voice echoing nearby. He was coming toward us. My heart nearly stopped, and for a moment, I froze.“It’s him...” I whispered, instinctively placing my hand on my belly.The eunuch glanced at me, alarmed, but remained calm.“We need to leave now! If he finds you here, Alpha Xavier’s plan will be ruined,” he said urgently, trying to pull me toward the exit.I looked in the direction of Valetim’s voice and felt a wave of despair. I knew he suspected something. If he realized I was trying to escape, not only would he imprison me again, but he would destroy all of Xavier’s efforts to save us.“Wait,” I whispered, gripping the servant’s arm firmly. “I need to throw him off track.”“That’s madness! Alpha Xavier wants you safe. You have to come with me now!” he whispered, almost desperate.“Trust me. I’ll delay him. Go to the meeting point and wait for me. I promise I’ll co
**Cassandra's POV**The months dragged on like centuries since Xavier disappeared. The last thing I heard was from some servants who claimed to have seen him working as a simple carpenter in a humble house nearby. They mocked him, calling him "The Crippled Alpha." The title had spread, and the rumors of his disability made him the subject of ridicule.His pack had abandoned him. When Valentim brought his punishment to everyone, most ran to save their own skins, including Jennie. From time to time, I would hear of hunts, captures, and the executions that followed. Valentim thought all of it was a big joke.Worse than the rumors were the photos. He sent them to me like slow poison, depicting Xavier limping, leaning on a cane, his exhausted face. Each image came with a messenger carrying gifts that piled up high in my room. They were never opened. I didn’t need to look to know they contained more insults than sincere intentions.That day, a servant entered, carrying a new batch."Luna, K
POV ALPHA XAVIERI was dragged through the dark, damp corridors of the dungeon like an animal about to be slaughtered. My wrists were bound by iron shackles that dug into my skin, causing constant pain. Two guards shoved me with every hesitation, their eyes filled with contempt. Finally, they stopped in front of a cell that smelled of urine, decay, and despair. Without ceremony, they threw me inside, and I stumbled, falling to the filthy floor.The sound of the iron door closing echoed through the dark space. I struggled to get up, wiping the blood from the corner of my lips, only to notice that the floor was infested with rats scurrying back and forth, fighting over pieces of spoiled food."Enjoy the hospitality, Cursed Alpha," one of the guards mocked. He held a plate with what looked like moldy bread and a bowl of sour broth. He pushed the food through the small opening in the cell and smiled maliciously. "This is your only meal of the day. Better save it."I didn't respond. I simp
**Cassandra's POV**The hall plunged into chaos the moment Valentim drew the knife. My heart stopped as he approached Xavier, his gaze overflowing with hatred."Valentim, don’t do this!" I screamed desperately, but he seemed to not hear.Xavier raised his arms defensively, trying to deescalate the situation."There’s no need for this, Valentim! Leave Cassandra and our child out of this. Deal with me, but not like this!"Valentim didn’t respond. With a swift movement, he grabbed Xavier's arm, pulling him close, and before I could even scream, the knife glinted under the light of the hall before plunging into the side of Xavier’s abdomen, just below his ribs. A muffled sound of torn flesh echoed through the hall, followed by Xavier’s scream of pain."Traitor!" Valentim roared, pointing the bloodstained knife at the guards around us. "The Cursed Alpha tried to kill me! He conspires against the kingdom, and for that, his whole pack will be condemned!""NO!" My scream ripped through the ai
POV ALPHA XAVIER"Another victim of the Alpha King," I heard someone comment."Was that an execution, or a horror show?" someone else replied.My body froze. Everything inside me was about to explode. The sight of my beta, my friend, dead before me was more than I could bear.Cassandra shrank beside me, sobbing quietly, yet she gripped my hand tightly, trying to hold me back, as if she knew what I was about to do.But nothing could stop me."Josh..." My voice was a low growl, full of pain and rage. My wolf howled in response, slamming against the barriers I had put up to control it.I knew that from that moment on, everything would change.The Alpha King's palace was dark at night, its oppressive architecture reflecting the chaos that reigned in the mind of the man who inhabited it. The doors slammed open as I entered, the sound echoing through the vast halls like thunder. My chest burned with anger and pain, my wolf growled impatiently within me, while my eyes found Valentim sitting
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