MasukReina's POVMy tears wouldn't stop streaming down, hot and heavy against my cheeks. The cruel weight of my father’s words pressed down on my chest until it was hard to breathe. I pulled my knees tight against my torso, curling inward as I sat on the low edge of the mattress, trying to hold myself together."How is it my fault to be born?" I whispered to the empty room, my voice trembling. "How could he even expect me to help them? Not once did he ask how I was doing, or how betrayed I felt when Mariana turned her back on me."The memories I had buried for so long began to resurface, each one a sharp sting from a childhood defined by neglect. From the age of four, I had started understanding the harsh reality of my position in that house. While Mariana was given a room fit for a princess, I was tucked away in a small room meant for the staff, with nothing but a single, narrow window that barely let in the light. When sickness hit me, the room became an isolation ward; no one ever s
Reina's POVI lowered my phone for the tenth time, staring at the blank screen. There was still no reply from Damon. A heavy knot of anxiety twisted in my stomach as I prayed that he and Oliver were safe out in that rogue town. The sudden, sharp knock on the door made me jump, breaking the silence of the room."Miss, your father is here," the maid informed me, her voice tentative."My father?" I repeated, my brow furrowing.A cold dread washed over me. I immediately shut down the laptop, grabbed my phone, and headed downstairs. Seeing him was the last thing I wanted to do, but I knew ignoring him wouldn't make him leave. If I didn't face him now, he would only keep coming back.When I reached the landing, I spotted Fredrick sitting on the sofa in the main living area. He looked disheveled, and a stark white bandage was taped over a fresh wound on his forehead. I turned to the servants and the house butler, giving them a firm nod to dismiss them and give us privacy. By the time I turne
Damon's POV The moment we arrived at the palace, I checked my phone. The real-time tracking data from Reina showed Alfwin’s location was pinging near the warrior barracks."Oliver, stay here," I commanded, not wanting to draw attention.I rushed toward the barracks on foot. When I reached the training grounds, the courtyard was bustling; the pack warriors were focused on training with the new, advanced equipment that had recently been commissioned. My eyes scanned the crowd, cutting through the movement until they locked onto a figure with a bowed head walking toward the equipment storage room.Using my wolf's speed, I bridged the distance in a fraction of a second, appearing directly in front of him to block his path."Alfwin," I stated.His eyes widened, and he instantly took a step back, his muscles tensing as he prepared to bolt. Before he could turn, I lunged forward, grabbing his wrist. With a swift twist of his arm, I forced him forward and pinned him flat against the neares
Reina's POVThe moment Damon’s message flashed on my screen, I shifted into work mode. It had been over a month since I’d touched my laptop. I began by installing a custom recognition software I’d developed, needing its specific algorithms to bypass the standard filters. Once the installation bar hit 100%, I fed the image of the man with the burn scar into the system and let it search through the national databases.Lines of code blurred past as the software cross-referenced the image against millions of public and private records. Minutes felt like hours until a match was found.I leaned in, clicking on the profile that had been flagged. The file was heavily encrypted and buried under layers of digital "red tape." As I bypassed the final security wall, the truth became clear. This man had officially been declared deceased three years ago, but the digital trail told a different story."He didn't just disappear," I whispered to the empty room, my fingers flying across the keys to tr
Third Person's POV "Angus, what are we doing in this empty building?" Damon asked, his eyes scanning the incomplete structure of the floor.The Alpha Prince didn't answer immediately. Instead, he picked up a pair of binoculars and gestured for Damon to look through them. "The rogue land is completely visible from this vantage point. Kayden and Oliver will stay here to provide overwatch and keep an eye on our surroundings. You and I will move into the rogue town on foot," Angus explained the plan. Damon lifted the binoculars to his eyes. Through the high-powered lenses, the lawless sprawl of the rogue lands came into sharp focus, the dilapidated structures and narrow, winding alleys of the town lay exposed."Your Highness, let's change the plan," Damon stated, lowering the binoculars and meeting Angus's gaze. "Oliver and I will go into the town. The Alpha King will have my head if another attack happens on your watch. You need to listen to me on this, Angus. You're too high-profile
Third Person's POVAfter lunch, Damon prepared to depart for his meeting with Alpha Prince Angus."I have to head out as well," Ada announced, checking her watch."What? Where to?" Reina asked, her expression tightening with concern."Headquarters called me in for an immediate report," Ada explained. "I think something significant is happening; they refused to give any details over the phone.""It’s likely they’ve finalized the missions for the new recruits," Damon noted, reaching for his keys. "We’ll drop you off. The headquarters is on our way."Ada hesitated, shifting her weight. "Damon, I don't want to complicate your schedule with my business.""It's fine. Go with them," Reina encouraged, offering a reassuring smile.Ada stepped forward and pulled Reina into a firm hug. "I'll see you soon. Take care of yourself.""You too," Reina replied. As they pulled apart, she added, "This place is always open to you. Don't hesitate to come back whenever you can.""I won't," Ada promised.Nea
Reina's POV Damon was mere centimeters from my face, his breath warm against my skin, when a sharp knock shattered the silence of the room. The door swung open before we could even pull apart."Your father has arrived, Damon. My apologies for the unfortunate timing," Oliver announced, keeping a pr
Reina’s POVI rubbed my eyes as the morning sun flooded the bedroom. Memories of last night came rushing back, making me wince. "I took my anger out on Damon instead of the person who actually earned it," I whispered, pulling my knees to my chest. I remembered Damon’s promise to confront his nephew
Damon’s POVI watched her for a moment, my heart tightening at the sight of her small, trembling form. My gaze dropped to her feet. She had run out here barefoot. The thought of her skin being cut or bruised by the gravel path made my protective instincts flare."Give me a chance to prove my loyalty
Damon’s POVI left Reina to settle into the bedroom, closing the doors softly behind me. The moment I was out of her sight, the composed, patient facade I had maintained for her benefit crumbled. My blood was boiling.I marched downstairs, feeling agitated. I found my Beta, Oliver, in the living roo







