Gem immediately shifted into his wolf form, launching himself at the wolf charging toward him and Xana mid-air. His powerful black wolf collided with the beast mid-flight, sending both of them crashing into the trees.Karin didn’t waste a second. With a flash of light, she shifted into her majestic brown wolf form, meeting the second wolf head-on before it could get to her.Then, one of them landed right in front of me.Red eyes glowing like coals.It was the same wolf I saw at dawn.I wasn’t dreaming. It was real. It was real.As Karin and Xana fought the second wolf—Xana having shifted to assist her—I remained face to face with the red-eyed beast. It was as big as Gem’s wolf, maybe even bigger, but there was something about it that made my heart freeze. Its aura screamed danger. Its snarl reverberated through my bones.It lunged.I dodged quickly, rolling to the side. That only made it angrier.It leapt again. I summoned vines from the earth—tree leeches—twisting up its legs and try
Winter I wake up with a sharp, throbbing pain at the back of my head and an excruciating headache.As my vision clears, I see Xana’s face hovering over mine, her brows furrowed in confusion.“Uhh… did you sleep on the floor?” she asks, staring at me like I’d completely lost it.“No…” I mumble, glancing around—only to realize I was on the floor.“I don’t know… maybe. But I saw something. A big wolf,” I say, still trying to piece things together.Xana gives me a skeptical look. “Did you hit your head or something? You passed out cold, and now you’re talking about werewolves like this is some full-moon fever dream.”“I’m not lying. There was a huge wolf at my window earlier—just before dawn. I swear I wasn’t dreaming!” I insist, pushing myself to sit up. My head still feels like it was hit by a brick.She raises an eyebrow. “Okay, you sound real convincing with that dramatic groan,” she says sarcastically, but takes my hands and helps me up anyway.“I have proof. It clawed at the window
WinterBy nightfall, the place was already pitch dark. You couldn’t see anything except the warm light from the patio and porch, and the tiny flickering glows of fireflies dancing in the air.Gem and Karin were out on the patio grilling steak and roasted potatoes for dinner, while Xana and I were in our room, settling in for the night.The cabin only has two rooms, so naturally, Xana and I had to share. Luckily, the room had two separate beds. I honestly wouldn’t have it any other way ,this place didn’t feel mystical or magical at night. No, at night, it gave full-on horror movie vibes.“The internet connection here is trash! Why the hell would you choose a place with zero signal for your birthday retreat?” Xana huffed, pacing back and forth in front of the window while holding her phone up high like it was a sacred artifact. “I need to know what’s going on in both the human and wolf world. Also, I want people to see this new nightmare set your mom made,it’s absolutely gorgeous!”“Thi
Gem drove like an absolute maniac down the windy and dusty road. We hadn’t told my parents the full details yet, but the truth was , Gem was taking us way past the pack borders into a different territory.The Silver Wings Forest.It was rumored to be a mystical forest filled with all kinds of supernaturals. It was said to protect wolves and witches from vampires, which made it one of the safest places outside the pack grounds. Still, there was something eerie about it,like you didn’t really go there unless you had a reason.The car was practically shaking from the bass of “Tap Out” by the Young Money gang, with Gem and Karin yelling the lyrics like they were at a concert. Honestly, those two were a match made in chaos,they matched each other's energy.Xana was passed out next to me, somehow managing to stay asleep despite all the yelling. But knowing her, she wouldn’t be asleep for much longer.…...About twenty minutes later,after I had heard the same song on repeat ten times,the c
Heading down for breakfast, I’m greeted by several omegas who work in the house as maids. Each of them pauses to wish me a happy birthday with warm smiles and soft voices.In our pack, omegas are treated with the utmost respect,and my father makes sure of that. He always says that without them, this pack wouldn’t run as smoothly as it does. And he’s right. They’re the backbone of our home, our sanctuary.When I finally reach the dining hall, my eyes widen at the sight before me. The long wooden table is decorated with fresh flowers and plates piled high with a variety of breakfast dishes. Everything smells heavenly."Come, come! I made your favorites," Mom sings, pointing toward the stuffed strawberry croissants sitting prettily on a white platter."Aww, Mom, thank you," I say, grinning as I grab two pieces and place them on my plate.I pick up my tablet while my phone buzzes furiously beside me, practically overheating from all the birthday messages pouring in. Not from friends,well,
Winter's POV"Happy Birthday, little angel."A soft, melodic voice pulls me from sleep, and I blink my eyes open to see my mother standing at the foot of my bed, a warm smile on her face. In her hands, she holds a cake, the soft glow of eighteen flickering candles illuminating the early morning dimness of my room.Behind her, my dad stands with his arms crossed over his chest, looking half-asleep, his hair disheveled as if he was dragged out of bed against his will.I wouldn’t be surprised if he was."Happy Birthday, little angel. Make a wish," my mother coos, stepping closer with the cake.I let out a sigh, rubbing the sleep from my eyes. "You two do realize I’m eighteen now, right? Too old for this?" I deadpan, giving them a look.My mom pouts dramatically. "But you’re still our little girl."I groan and turn to my dad for help. "Dad? Please tell her to stop. Aria and Asher are only fifteen. I’m an adult now."Dad smirks, shaking his head. "Yeah, but it feels like just yesterday you
The grand hall of the pakhouse was alive with warmth and celebration. Today marked fifteen years since Ruine and I had joined our lives together, and there was no better way to celebrate than with the people we loved most—our family. The space was beautifully decorated with golden and silver lights, symbolizing the strength and endurance of our bond.At the center of it all stood Ruine, his sharp golden eyes softened by joy as he laughed with Cole and Nikolai, both of whom had grown into strong, confident men. My heart swelled as I looked around the room. Our tripletsnow nineteen—were standing together, sharing a quiet moment of laughter. They were no longer the mischievous children who used to run through the halls causing chaos but were on the cusp of full adulthood, strong and independent.Lilacs was beside me, holding a glass of wine as she watched her five children chase after my grandkids. She had married Ruine’s Beta and best friend, a decision that had made their bond as a fam
The summer sun kissed the rolling vineyards of Bordeaux as we arrived at our private villa in France. The air smelled of lavender and fresh bread, a scent that instantly made me feel at home. It had been years since our last big family vacation, and now that the kids were teenagers, this trip was bound to be different. Gone were the days of carrying them around on our hips; now, we were dealing with independent, opinionated young adults who still had that mischievous spark in their eyes."This place is sick!" Cole exclaimed, dropping his bag the second we stepped inside. He was already looking around for the best room, and I had no doubt he and Nikolai would argue over it.Kiara, on the other hand, was more composed. "It's beautiful," she murmured, running her fingers over the intricate wood carvings on the staircase. "I can't wait to see the gardens."Ruine chuckled behind me. "You two get your pick of rooms—just not the master. That’s ours."Cole groaned while Nikolai smirked. "First
The sun dipped below the horizon, casting an amber glow over the modernized expanse of Gold Sun Pack. The pack’s main hall buzzed with energy, wolves of all ranks moving through the grand space as they discussed recent events. Tonight was special—not just because the pack had grown stronger, but because it marked two pivotal moments in the lives of Casma and Ruine’s sons, Cole and Nikolai.Cole had always been the dreamer among the triplets, the one who found beauty in everything. But tonight, something shifted within him. It had started the moment he locked eyes with the mysterious stranger standing near the training grounds. She was unlike any wolf he had ever seen—because she wasn’t one at all. The unmistakable scent of magic clung to her, mixing with the crisp night air, making the hair on the back of his neck stand on end.A witch.The realization should have made him step back, should have triggered the instincts every werewolf was born with. But instead, he stood rooted to the s