CHAPTER 6: The Unexpected Desire
Hana had no choice but to adjust to the environment and atmosphere of Alpha Jarrel. She needed to pretend to be okay for the sake of her remaining pack members. She had come to realize just how cruel Alpha Jarrel was. It was an unfortunate fate, but she could not escape from it. As much as Hana hated Jarrel, his touch on her body always sent jolts of unexpected and unwanted pleasures through her. Jarrel had walked into her room that night. She could feel his stress; Maya had said earlier that they went to the frontline of a clash with another enemy pack. He was back and in her room. Backed against the wall and Jarrel’s huge body towering above her, she held her breath, attempting to bury the boiling sensation rising from within her. Hana had made Jarrel feel like a predator. Jarrel's entire body seemed to want something from this delicate-looking girl who had built a shield of steel around herself. Something made him want to shatter that steel right at that moment. Hana stood up, her hands folded tightly at her sides. Jarrel stepped closer, looking straight into her soul. Hana moved back as his steps continued. She hit her back against a wall and realized she was caught between a solid barrier and a predator steadily advancing on her. She couldn't see all his features clearly, but the sight of Jarrel holding a cigar between his fingers and a glass of whiskey in the same hand, his broad shoulders dimly reflected by the soft light in the room, made her body tense. This was her mate so her body was responding, her wolf wanted to be touched so badly. Her body vibrated with waves of electricity coursing through her. Jarrel soon covered her with his huge frame, making her feel small and helpless. Tingling sensations ran down Hana's spine when he started advancing towards her. He dominated the room and looked right through her. She attempted to calm herself so that her breathing would not betray her, but her body responded to the closeness of the man whom she both despised and couldn't help but want. Jarrel scanned her ravenously, the pretty little girl in front of him made his body quiver. He reached out, his fingers brushing a strand of hair from her face. The touch was electric, sending shivers down Hana's spine. "You're trembling," Jarrel whispered, his breath warm against her skin. Hana's resolve wavered. In her heart she loathed him because of what he did to her and her pack but the pull of his hands and his voice was enough to make her quiver. Her body now had its propensity that worked on him and defied her will against him. Before she knew it, Jarrel moved in closer until they were chest to chest and his mouth crushed itself against hers. Hana's mind rebelled against the action but her body let itself fall into the kiss and her hips responded, twisting almost violently, to his touch. Her wolf groaned from the longing. His hands wandered till he cupped her face and she responded by clutching his chest. Jarrel touched her roughly and owned her body; he saw the fire in Hana, he saw the cravings that she maintained to control. She grabbed onto him tightly, her nails in his back as they almost savagely kissed. All the reality around them disappeared and the only thing that dominated them was their passion. The complex, the turning, churning, storming of Hana's thoughts were filled with hatred and desire, anger and need. This is exactly what she wished for, to kick him, to shout at him, but she was unable to do it as much as she wanted, she still craved it. Jarrel's hands went around her waist and he placed her against the wall while all the time he was backing up. Hana shivered when his heated lips moved away from hers down to her neck where the mate bond mark was, while his hands continued to explore her unrestrained. She arched into him, her body demanding more. For a moment, they were lost in their passion, their bodies moving in sync like animals in heat. The room seemed to pulse with their shared intensity, the dim light casting shadows on their intertwined forms. But reality crashed back in when Hana's mind finally broke through the haze of desire. With a surge of strength, she pushed Jarrel away, breaking the kiss. She panted, her chest heaving as she stared at him, her eyes wide with shock and anger. "Don’t touch me,” she whispered, her voice trembling. "I can't do this." Jarrel's eyes darkened, his expression a mix of frustration and something he couldn't describe, but it was clear to him he wanted this little girl who seemed hard to break. He was aware of how much Hana hated him, she seemed like an angry little cat. Jarrel smiled "My touch has such an effect on you, huh?" He said moving closer again but this time he stopped in front of her, wondering what it was he wanted from her. She was indeed very pretty, but he had long forgotten how to desire a woman this much. He was being possessive. He turned to sit on the couch close by, his leg across the other. "I'm sorry Hana, you can't escape from here, never. You belong to me," Jarrel said in a tone that indicated there was no room for argument. "Sasha the designer will send you something tomorrow evening, once you get it, meet me at the address in 30 minutes," he said, indicating their discussion had ended.Chapter 161: Epilogue II: A Legacy of Love and Power The forest was alive with magic. Silver moonlight bathed the clearing, casting an ethereal glow over the gathered pack members who stood in awed silence. The air hummed with energy, a perfect blend of anticipation and reverence. This was no ordinary night. This was the wedding of two Alphas—an event that would forever mark the union of strength, love, and destiny. A ceremony that was held in the borders of SeaHowl and MoonLight Packs—a symbol for a united pack. Hana stood at the edge of the ceremony circle, her heart pounding with a mix of nerves and exhilaration. Her gown, spun from silken fabric that shimmered like the night sky, flowed around her like a dream. Intricate patterns of wolves and moons were embroidered in silver thread along the hem, a tribute to her lineage and power. Her long hair was adorned with a delicate crown of woven flowers, their soft fragrance mingling with the crisp scent of the forest. She felt
Chapter 160: Epilogue: Beneath the Endless Stars A year passed in a swift blur, and yet for Hana and Jarrel, every moment together was carefully etched in the timeless landscape of memory. Hana had taken over the role of an Alpha and they had rebuilt their lives with dedication, each morning a fresh start, and each evening a quiet promise renewed under the glow of a full moon. Now as they sat on the hill overlooking their land, the same land they had once fought to protect, they found a peace that neither had ever imagined. Hana lay nestled beside Jarrel, her head resting on his shoulder, fingers entwined with his as they looked out over the valley. The gentle hum of their pack moving about below filled the air, the sounds of laughter, chatter, and life blending into a beautiful harmony. Hana’s heart swelled with a joy that had replaced the scars of old. “Do you ever think about how far we’ve come?” she asked softly, her voice almost lost in the cool breeze that swept through
Chapter 159: A Promise and a Coronation Jarrel paced in his study, the anticipation swirling around him as he glanced toward the open window, where the first light of dawn hinted at a new day. His thoughts kept returning to Hana, her courage, and the path she had walked to bring the two packs—SeaHowl and Moonlight—closer together. He could hear the distant sounds of preparation from outside—the servants bustling about, the echo of laughter and chatter as SeaHowl and Moonlight members mingled. Today would mark a new chapter, one where Hana would be officially named Alpha Moonlight. But there was something else, a deeply personal step he’d waited for: proposing to her, this time on her terms, out of love rather than destiny’s pull. Magnus entered quietly, holding a small, ornate box in his hand. Jarrel looked up, a mixture of anticipation and anxiety flickering across his face. “Is that it?” Jarrel asked, his voice betraying a rare nervousness. Magnus grinned and handed him the
Chapter 158: The Reunion Under the Moonlight Jarrel stood in the castle’s open courtyard, his gaze distant as he stared up at the shimmering night sky. The moon hung full and bright above, casting a silvery glow over the garden. Beside him, Magnus stood patiently, watching his Alpha with concern. It had been months since Hana left, and while Jarrel had done his best to maintain a stoic demeanor, Magnus could see the cracks in his armor. “Don’t you think it’s high time you pay a visit to Hana, it’s been three months already, Alpha Jarrel,” Magnus said, his voice barely above a whisper as he feared for Jarrel’s reaction. Since she left he had found a way to bury himself in his study, attend meetings, and discuss the progress of the pack. After all the day's facade, after putting a fake smile for the pack to see, Magnus knew he still retired to Hana’s room at night to cry his heart out. Magnus waited for a response but didn’t get one, there was silence. “Maybe you stopped thin
Chapter 157: A Moment In the Stars for Us The meadow lay bathed in the golden hues of late afternoon, the sun’s rays filtering through the towering oaks at the edge of the clearing. A soft breeze stirred the wildflowers, carrying with it the faint, sweet scent of lavender. Hana stood at the edge of the field, her breath hitching as she took in the sight before her. Jarrel stood in the center of the meadow, his back to her, the light catching in his dark hair and casting a faint glow around his tall figure. For a moment, she hesitated, her heart pounding in her chest. This was real. He was real. As if sensing her presence, Jarrel turned. His green eyes locked onto hers, and the gentle smile that spread across his face was like the breaking of dawn. Without a word, he extended his hand, an unspoken invitation. Hana stepped forward, the soft grass brushing against her bare feet. She felt her nerves melt away with each step until, at last, she reached him. She slipped her hand into h
Chapter 156: Down the Childhood Memory “I don’t understand, uncle,” Hana replied, her voice quiet like the sounds of the water flowing by. Hana stood in silence afterwards, her uncle’s words echoing in her mind, refusing to settle. The man she was mated to—Jarrel—was her childhood friend. The revelation still struck like a cold blade to her chest, slicing through the layers of time and memory. “You’re wrong,” Hana whispered now, her voice trembling. Her fingers dug into her palm as if anchoring herself in the present. “It can’t be him. I don’t even remember his face.” Her uncle, a seasoned wolf with years of wisdom etched into his stern features, leaned forward. “You don’t remember because your parents forbade you from seeing him. They wanted to protect you from… from a bond they didn’t trust—A Sinful Bond. But Jarrel never forgot you Hana. He was there that night.” “That night” hung heavy in the air—unspoken but understood. The night her family was slaughtered. The night her pac