LOGINKate's P.O.V.After what felt like a century, the day of my mating ceremony finally arrived.I woke before sunrise and simply lay in bed for a few moments, staring at the ceiling while a smile slowly spread across my face.I placed both hands over my belly.“Good morning, little ones.”My babies’ fluttering kicks greeted me excitedly. Nyx woke up too, stretching her muscles.“Good morning.”Her tail wagged so enthusiastically that I almost laughed.“Today’s the day. We’ll mark our mate.”“Yeah, finally.” She hopped like a cute puppy.“Ace has been waiting forever.”Osiris was already gone for his morning run, so I yawned lazily and sat up, watching the sky through the window. The bruised indigo of the night softened into a bruised rose slowly. The silence of the grove was broken by a single bold bird, its song ringing out as the shadows lost their weight.I was still admiring the scene when a soft knock interrupted me.“Luna?”Lauren's cheerful voice came through the door.“May we c
Kate's P.O.V.As I followed Osiris's gaze, my steps slowed.The workers bustled in and out of Bella's room, carrying wooden furniture, fresh curtains, and buckets of paint.In the middle of the chaos, a familiar figure sat gracefully in a wheelchair, calmly directing everyone.“No, move the crib closer to the window.”She smiled warmly.“The babies should wake up with the morning sun.”I blinked in surprise.“Lyra?”Osiris quickly set our shopping bags on the floor before walking toward her. His usually composed face grew ashen.“Mom. Are you feeling alright?”Lyra looked up. The moment she saw us, her entire face brightened.“There you are.”She looked healthier than she had in years. The pale complexion that had haunted her for so long had almost disappeared. Even her eyes carried life again.“I heard Bella left for the Eclipse Pack this morning.”She gestured around the room.“So I decided her room deserved a happier purpose.”My eyes wandered across the unfinished room. Workers we
Kate's P.O.V.“Eclipse Pack?” I stared at Bella. “Why?”Bella let out a quiet sigh.“Nomad informed his family about our relationship. They have ordered him to return immediately.”I frowned.“But…”She smiled faintly.“They want an explanation as to why their Alpha marked his mate without informing the family.”Her fingers absentmindedly brushed the mating mark on her neck.“He gave me one night to pack my belongings. It's time now.”The words struck my heart like a blade.Bella had sacrificed everything for me.First, she left the Mystic Shadows Pack, then accepted a mated mark she never expected, and now she was leaving the only place home to her.Without thinking, I wrapped my arms around her. Tears blurred my vision.“How…” My voice shook. “How am I ever supposed to repay you?”Bella froze for a heartbeat before hugging me back.“Oh, Kate.”She gently rubbed my back.“It's not like I'm marching toward hell. Nomad is actually a good man.”She pulled back just enough to look at me.
Kate's P.O.V.For a short while, I simply gaped at Osiris in disbelief.Somehow, in the middle of all the chaos—the paternity test, Jace's schemes, the council, the attack. It didn’t occur to me that I could mark him too because of my wolf.Goddess, how could I possibly miss that?A loud purr echoed inside my head.“Mate!”Nyx jumped excitedly, her fluffy tail wagging wildly. She looked even more excited than I was.“Yes! I want to mark Mate!”A warm smile touched my lips.“Well…” I tilted my head thoughtfully. “That's a very good question.”His gray eyes brightened immediately.“So, what do you think about it?”Seeing him so thrilled, a mischievous idea crossed my mind. I bit my lower lip.“What if I mark you and then disappear for two whole months?”Osiris went rigid. “You... what?” His eyes widened. “You remember that?”I shrugged innocently. “Of course I do. I don't think anyone could forget being abandoned during the honeymoon period.”Then I sighed.“Apparently, your pack is m
Kate's P.O.V.A deafening silence prevailed over the pack grounds.Every pair of eyes shifted from the giant screen to Alpha Jace as he stood rooted to the spot, his lips parted in a silent gasp.For the first time since I had known him, Jace Denson looked genuinely afraid.His gaze darted from Elvis to Alpha Rowan, then to the council members, desperately searching for someone willing to believe him.Finally, he found his voice.“This is fake.”He pointed furiously toward the projector.“Osiris used AI to alter that recording! He planted my face in the video!”His breathing became uneven.“Surely the Werewolf Council won't accept fabricated evidence. Alpha Osiris is using public pressure to deny my rightful claim!”Then his frantic gaze landed on me.“Kate, please tell them the truth.”The sudden softness in his tone made my stomach churn.“We loved each other. We were in a real relationship.”He took a step forward.“Please tell them you willingly shared my bed, and…”Slap!The shar
Kate's P.O.V.The rest of the day passed in complete silence.After overusing her power twice, Nyx had curled into a tiny black ball inside my consciousness and fallen asleep almost immediately.At first, I panicked and kept calling her.No response.Only when I could still see her chest rising and falling peacefully did I finally breathe again.“She's only sleeping,” I whispered to myself.Even then, I checked on her every few minutes as danger was still there. Sleep wasn’t good for my wolf as she had slept for years once.I couldn't bear the thought of losing her just because she slept once more.In all chaos, the only hope was our mate-bond. Thankfully, the bond-link remained active. Whenever I closed my eyes, I could still feel Osiris.He was busy at work, questioning guards, meeting investigators, and discussing reports, yet every time I reached out hesitantly…“How are you doing?”His answer came in a heartbeat.“Busy.”After the fifth try, his warm chuckle echoed through the bo
Kate’s P.O.V. “Osiris?” I looked for him everywhere, but he was gone. Like last night was nothing but a beautiful dream! I agree it was a one-night stand, but disappearing after marking me felt… wrong. Unease settled deep in my chest, refusing to leave me as I wore that torn gown and slippe
Kate’s P.O.V. There he was! Standing tall among the crowd, his aura commanding as if the world adjusted itself around him. Broad shoulders, dark hair, sharp features with quiet precision. His presence didn’t demand attention. It owned it! “Osiris!” Jennifer’s face lit up as sh
Kate’s P.O.V. A week later, I learned just how quickly the future could be replaced! The pack ground was decorated in white and gold, the exact colors Jace once said would suit our wedding. Soft lanterns swayed in the night breeze, golden lights glowing like a dream. The air was filled with l
Kate’s P.O.V. “He’s here! Alpha Jace is back!” The cry tore through the pack grounds like wildfire. People rushed toward the gates, cheering loudly as the victorious warriors returned home. But I only saw one person, my fiancé, Jace, the love of my life. A month ago, he held my hands benea







