Zoe's POV I watched in total shock and disappointment at the same time.This is who I referred to as a friend. Judging by how she turned the table about her being the mastermind of hurting Tammy sent shivers down my spine.And now, Tammy has been asked to speak and if her story is plausible, that means Rita must have had a hand in what happened on my wedding day.“It turned out it was her,” she pointed toward Rita,” I couldn't believe both my eyes and ears. What was Rita doing in a room my father had banned everyone from entering?“Don't fall for her lies. She's lying. Your Alpha must have promised her something,” she started shedding tears again.I wonder if she filtering the trash coming out of her mouth. Which of the Alpha would promise a maid something to lie about?Alex or my father?“Ohhhh… are you insinuating my father bribed this ‘thing’” pointing at Tammy, “to lie for him? What is his goal? Answer me, you traitor,” I was livid to hear her try to rope my father and Alex int
Who would Rita commit suicide for? I wondered.In my weirdest dream, I never imagined that Rita would do such a thing.She had an eye for Alex? That was a first. This was someone I trusted like a sister.I know some would say this is a replay of what transpired between myself and Annabel, but this is different.Rita was such a terrible person. I thought we were a team. Annabel knew I never liked her.And yes, she was too stupid to see all the kindness I was showing was nothing but a script I wrote.She trusted easily. She had the effect coming her way sooner or later. I only helped her reach her destination on time.But right now, I wasn't sure if I should be celebrating the dismissal of Rita or mourning her absence.But for what it's worth, I'm glad no one believed we were on the mission together.If for nothing? Her action -committing suicide just vindicated me.Why commit suicide if she was innocent of the charges as she wanted people to believe?Alex ordered that her corpse be tak
Chris' POV For some weird reason that I couldn't fathom, what I felt was different from what I expected.Rather than feel threatened and anxious about getting to where and what we've been looking out for? I felt calm, collected and confident.I shushed everyone and asked that they squat, so we don't alert our targets.I stepped forward in my squatted position and waved my hand for others to follow.The closer we got to the mouth of the cave, the more calm I felt.Am I under a spell or something? I asked to remind myself of the responsibility at hand.As trivial as it might sound, Liza, Oriel and even these two strangers are my responsibility.If anything should happen to them, I'd bear the consequences.Liza and Oriel had left the Pack to this ‘Goddess knows where’ without informing anyone. I am their only alibi.That means I'm screwed if anything should happen to them. But here I am, feeling so confident in what I don't know.And I never heard of anyone who felt so calm rather than
We all moved in and I held Liza by her shoulder as we walked in.She was shocked and rather than throw tantrums, she chose to act all cool and collected, but I know it's all a font she was putting on.She almost staggered and instantly I held her. With my support, she sat on one of the stools we found in the cave.“Here,” he handed me piled-up documents. I think the right word to use should be 'scrolls.'He must have seen the look on my face, “you might want to share with your ‘team,’ so we can get to business on time,”Why is the emphasis on ‘team,’ isn't that cheap for him to do? I ignored him and handed some copies to others.My face contoured my inquisitiveness to shock to confusion back to shock to anger to frustration to pity to hilarious to shock and back to anger.I've never seen such a thing in my life. What value do you hold that you want to decide someone's fate, life and journey? Are you the Moon goddess?I scoffed in annoyance at the level of stupidity these folks were
Derek's POVI've heard quite a lot about Chris. He's Liza's close friend and they sometimes act like siblings.But with what I witnessed today, I can say that those lists didn't do justice to how much he cares about her.He didn't even flinch while talking to Leonard. Maybe he was scared within, but he did a good job hiding his fears.He seemed like a cool guy, ‘cos I couldn't help but just smile anytime he tried to pick on me.Leonard on the other hand has refused to let me in on what is going on.I thought we were doing this only for the situation back at home, but after colliding with Liza and her friends, I realized there's more to this.Leo must have found out at some point that this is not just about Tricia and her people.Come to think of it, he asked me to look into the list of the guests that attended Alpha Nicholas' wedding the same day he returned.He didn't go to his own apartment but stayed over at his parents’ house.That f****, he must have been having a good time makin
Leo's POV Knowing the danger of such an attack means knowing what grace danger the leader of the Pack would be.I know Derek has a lot of questions plaguing his mind, but that'll come after all of this is sorted out.Once we got to the Red Moon Pack and saw how bad the attack was going, I mind-linked Derek.“Derek, go ahead with the others, I need to go find the Alpha of this pack before it's too late,” I passed a message to him.“Copy. Be careful Leo,” Though my wolf was in full control, I still smirked at how Derek is such a soft-hearted.I haven't been to this Pack before, but I know I'd figure out where the leader might be.I still remember the face of the Alpha when we signed the treaty that we did.It wasn't because it's a big pack and Sky Wings would gain a lot from the alliance. It was out of respect for a dying man's last wish.The former Alpha of this pack was a friend to my father and one day the pack was attacked by rogues when he wasn't around.He came back and had to ju
Whenever there's a fight between different packs that involve their Alphas, such a howl is made when one of them succeeds and wins the fight.I'm sure the wolves outside would be confused, Red Moon Pack members would definitely know within them that the howl didn't come from their Alpha.As for the Avengers? They'd also know the howl isn't from their Alpha. But then the rule stands, such howl means one of them won.I strode behind the stairs and snapped back into my human form. Hind Legs and forelegs metamorphosed into long and sturdy human legs and arms.Fury torso into a well-built chest and six packs. Claws into well-manicured nails.A silent “woah” followed by a mild chuckle left my mouth as I picked up some clothes and put them on.I know we kept our clothes somewhere, but I can't have myself stacked naked in the presence of those strangers, can I?“You don't intend to blind people now, do you?” Lucil commented.The moment I stepped out, Derek rushed in, in his human form. What
The memory of her opening up to me about her past life and the look in her eyes when she was explaining all that happened weakened me.It looked impossible, but I believe some questions can only be answered by the Moon goddess, our goddess of creation.A loud holler left her mouth as she dipped her fingers into Chris' arms.The pain must have been excruciating, I couldn't look at her eyes at that moment.“You did well, I've removed the claws that broke into you,” the nurse addressed her“I'll stitch it up but she needs to get a lot of rest to heal quickly,” the nurse explained. She addressed the explanation to Chris and Derek since I couldn't dare to look in her direction.I was standing beside the Alpha like a health practitioner who knows his job. But alas, I was just an internally injured man standing beside a physically injured man. The nurse sprung to action, and Liza continuously moaned in pain. “That's all for now. She'll be fine, but she needs to rest well like I stated ear
Chris' POV “Twenty years ago, a few years after Liza was born. On a rainy day, an uninvited and unexpected guest visited-”Alpha Nicholas had started his narrations about how he had always known who my father was.A sudden rush of anger hooked me in my seat.And all I could think of the whole night was the unveiling truth that sucks.“So, a woman had dropped me in your pack and you allowed her?” I asked in total annoyance “She didn't stay. If she did, I would have asked her to leave with you, but she didn't,” I wiped my eyes with my palms “She dropped you at my doorstep in the middle of the night and left. It was not until morning that I was told about you,” he tried to make it sound less trivial “Why didn't you just throw me away then? Why?” He sighed in-depth, “Because I couldn't do it Chris. Liza was so happy to have someone she could call a brother around her,” he sounded hurt.I hate that. I should be the one hurting and not him.“I later looked into the woman that dropped y
“Now… I get that, but how is Chris the son of an Alpha and he's… he's…”Oriel couldn't bring closure to her statement, she stammered as her fingers pointed right to Chris.“It's a long story, my dear,” Dad said, expecting that that would take away the well of curiosity in Oriel.I held my breath in shock. Chris is my brother?The urge to hug him tight and ask how he's been doing for the past twenty years sprouted within me.Yet, I couldn't say a word, I couldn't bring myself to look in his direction. My emotions ran wild and I felt so sorry I wasn't a part of his childhood.The plan was to be a present sister. A sister who would love her brother to the moon and back, but that plan never saw the dawn of the day.Just like we are having dinner tonight, it was the same setting years back.Just a family of three, myself, Dad and Mum. Enjoying a nice meal and each other's company.“Who do you love most between Da and Mum?” Dad asked over dessert “Dad and Mum,” I replied with my focus on
Liza's POV It was not strange that Dad asked everyone to be present at tonight's dinner.“This dinner has always been a ritual in the family,” Amma informed me when I asked why we always had to have dinner together once everyone was around.Chris lives a stone's throw from us, and whenever he isn't out working, he must show up for dinner.As for Oriel? She only misses dinner when she's not around or out with friends.But tonight, she had to cancel her plans because Dad demanded that we all be present.“Do you think Oriel would like the dress I got for her?” I asked Amma“She likes bright colours, I'm sure she'd love them, and who can tell, she might be busy blushing and gushing over the dress now,” Amma calmed me downJust right on time, Oriel shrieked in excitement “Liza… this is so beautiful,” she ran over and held me in a tight hug that I had to beg her not to choke me I rolled my eyes once she released the grip. “I figure you'd want a new dress for dinner,” I smiled“Of course,
“She's no good. I thought she'd be different,” he finally made a statement.His enthusiasm was bruised and hurt beyond redemption.“I, Chris accept your rejection Promise Quest,” I felt a sharp piercing pain run through my core.Like a shattered piece of glass, the weight of how unloved I was became prominent and a sweat broke out all over me.I watched in disbelief as she left with her chosen mate, hands interlocked while I stayed glued to the spot, cold.The pain became heavier when I realized I might never get to enjoy any of the perks of having a mate.I felt the need to run, to leave everything behind and never look back.Without considering the heavily pregnant cloud, I walked into an unknown destination.That night, Louis took charge and ran through the thick and heavy woods. Leaped over thorns and flowers, while the rain poured immensely.And when I had exerted the pain, I crumbled back into my little cubicle.“Dad asked for you to see him,” Liza, who had stepped aside to pick
Chris' POV “That was refreshing,” she panted after the rigorous race we just had.“I know right… "It's been a while since I did this,” I replied to Liza who looked like she'd pass out any moment from now on.“Amma did the running, why are you the one gasping for breath?” I mocked and she gasped the more“Stop doing that,” I laughed“Well, since you are against me gasping for air, I figured I might just gasp the more,” she dragged her feetIt was in the cool of the evening and we decided to enjoy the scenery and the cool breeze of the woods.Oriel isn't here. Her best companion now is attending parties. I get it- being disappointed when you are supposed to meet your destined mate is no joke.You'd want to do everything to take your mind off the bitter memories. Sometimes, situations cause that pain like in Oriel's case and other times? You aren't just who they want. It's been two years and I don't blame her. Who would want to mate with an orphan? That makes no sense.I was over the
Liza's POV Being back at home has been nothing short of pampering and love.Fiona has made it a priority to check on me every morning and feed me every second.I mean, literally, every second. “Liza, come have some fruits,”“Liza, come taste this delicacy,”“Liza, I made pancakes,”“Liza, I bought you fresh yoghurt,”She would go on and on throughout the day, offering me one thing or the other to eat.Oriel and Chris made sure I was back to training.Yes, I finally get to enjoy the perks of having a strong wolf.Amma is a fighter, she fought for us and I'm proud of her.She constantly reminds me of someone I never thought would want to fight for me.But miraculously and surprisingly, they now fight for me. “I want to fight alongside you,” his words re-echoed in my mind.“If making them pay is the only barrier between us, I'm down with taking that barrier out of our way,”I watched as he went on to say those supportive and encouraging words.They made me feel like I wasn't just an im
Zoe's POV Alex has been working more than usual and due to the timing, I can't figure out why.I was hoping we'd visit the Pack’s clinic together today, but just at the slightest minute, be bailed on me.“Babe, are you going somewhere?” I asked when I noticed he wasn't preparing for our visitation. “Have you forgotten I have responsibilities to take care of as the Alpha of this Pack?” He answered aggressively.I took a deep breath to calm my nerves. Standing on my feet, I moved closer to him and helped button up his shirt.“I know you have lots of work to take care of, but we spoke about visiting the Pack's clinic together.He didn't waver in his stoic look. “Yes, we spoke about visiting and I didn't say you shouldn't go. Did I?” He asked with no iota of care or concern“Alex, this is my-” he didn't allow me to finish my statement before he cut me off “And so what? Someone has to keep the Pack running, isn't it? Or do you expect the whole pack members to start living inside the cli
I sprung into immediate action the moment Liza's voice echoed through my mind.I just left her in about how many minutes and this is happening?"I'm coming right away. Do you want to leave here? So be it," I replied, hoping that would calm her down a bit before I got to her."Is anything the problem?" Oriel asked. I guessed she must have noticed a change in my countenance."Yes... Of course, everything is great," I lied. Well, I had to. I didn't want to get her agitated and worried. Liza has always wanted to leave her, and I knew it was a matter of time before she'd lose her patience.I can't blame her, given the relationship between her and Leo. But I thought they were getting along again.I have no understanding of what is going on. They were happy to learn that the Moon Goddess had paired them together as mates.And after the accident? That aircraft of enthusiasm just died without showing any sign of malfunctioning. "Let it not be a disastrous misunderstanding," I found myself p
Chris' POV I left Liza to meet Oriel who mind-linked and sounded urgently.“They can't get their eyes off you, Hun?” She teased the moment she saw me coming I chuckled and winked at her, “You don't blame them. Do you?” I teased back“No. But given how handsome their Alpha and Beta are, they shouldn't be drooling over your impressive physique,” he replied “Well, well. I'm a new face, they must have been tired of eating the same dish over and over, you know,” And there she went ahead to laugh her heart out. “You sounded so cocky right now. Where is our Chris? What have you done to him?” I couldn't help but join in the fleet of laughter.“You sounded like there was an emergency,” I said as I roamed my gaze around the vicinity for anything or anyone suspicious and weird.“Ohhh that,” she rolled her eyes and I huffed.“Yeah… there was actually an emergency just before you came,” she sounded serious“Okay… what's that? What's the problem?” I became more serious and sensitive myself.An