LOGINKai stormed down the corridor, his boots echoing loudly against the stone floor. His jaw was clenched tight, and his hands were still balled into fists from the moment he heard what happened in the library. The image of Elara trying to slap Selene kept flashing in his mind. He pushed open the door to Elara’s private room without knocking.Elara was sitting in front of her mirror, touching the red mark on her cheek with a cold cloth. She turned when she heard the door, her eyes lighting up with hope the moment she saw him.“Kai,” she said softly, standing up quickly. She rushed toward him, tears already forming in her eyes. “Thank the Goddess you came. I was so scared. Selene attacked me for no reason. She is becoming dangerous. You saw how she humiliated me—”Kai grabbed her arm firmly and pushed her back a step. His eyes were cold, darker than she had ever seen them.“Enough,” he said, his voice low and dangerous. “I know what you did. You went to the library to attack her. You tried
The next morning, Luna Astra walked down the quiet corridor toward the royal chamber, her steps light but filled with worry. She carried a small basket of fresh fruits and a new soft blanket she had finished embroidering late last night. She wanted to see how Selene was doing after the terrible fall. The poor girl had been through too much already.She knocked softly on the door. No answer. She knocked again, then gently pushed the door open.The room was empty.The bed was neatly made, but Selene was nowhere to be seen. Astra’s heart skipped a beat. She stepped inside, looking around frantically. The balcony door was closed. The bathing chamber was empty. Panic rose in her chest.“Selene?” she called, her voice trembling. She rushed back into the hallway and grabbed the nearest guard. “Go find Alpha Kai immediately! Tell him Selene is missing!”The guard ran off. Astra stood in the corridor, her hands shaking as she clutched the basket tightly. She couldn’t lose another person she c
Selene woke up later in the night, her eyes blinking slowly in the darkness of the royal chamber. The room was quiet, only the faint light from the moon slipping through the curtains. She had slept for a long time. Her body felt heavy, but her stomach was the one complaining now. It grumbled loudly, a sharp, empty sound that made her groan softly and press a hand against it.She sat up slowly, rubbing her eyes. All she wanted was food. Something simple. Anything to fill the hollow feeling inside her. She swung her legs off the bed, her bare feet touching the cold floor. The palace felt too still. Too empty.She walked to the door and opened it gently. The corridor outside was dark and silent. Most of the maids had already retired to their quarters. Only a few lanterns burned low on the walls, casting long shadows. Selene moved carefully, one hand resting on the wall for support as she headed toward the stairs. She planned to go down to the private living room where snacks were someti
Kai sat beside the bed for a long time, watching Selene sleep. The rise and fall of her chest was steady now, her face peaceful in a way he rarely saw when she was awake. He finally stood up slowly, careful not to wake her, and walked out of the royal chamber. The door clicked shut behind him with a quiet sound.A guard was already waiting in the hallway, standing straight and respectful.“Your Highness,” the guard said, bowing low. “Luna Astra requests your presence in her chamber.”Kai gave a small nod and headed down the corridor without a word. His footsteps echoed softly against the stone floor as he made his way to his mother’s private rooms. When he pushed open the door, he found her sitting near the window, the afternoon light falling gently across her shoulders. She was embroidering tiny clothes for the baby small stitches forming delicate patterns on soft fabric. Her fingers moved fast and sure, like she had done this a thousand times before.Kai walked over and sat in the
Selene’s eyes opened slowly the next morning. Soft sunlight streamed through the tall windows of the royal chamber, warming the silk sheets around her. She lay still for a moment, one hand resting gently on her belly. The room felt quieter than usual. Peaceful.The door pushed open without a knock. A group of maids walked in, their steps light and careful. They bowed low the moment they saw her awake.“Good morning, Luna Selene,” the head maid said softly, her voice respectful. “We are here to help you prepare for the day.”Selene sat up slowly, surprised by how gentle they sounded. These were the same maids who used to whisper cruel things behind her back. Today, they moved around her like she was made of glass. One maid pulled back the curtains to let in more light. Another brought a basin of warm water and fresh towels. They helped her out of bed and guided her toward the bathing chamber without a single harsh word.In the bathing room, they undressed her carefully, mindful of her
The room fell into heavy silence after the healer’s words. Selene lay on the bed, her hand resting gently on her stomach. Pregnant. She was carrying a pup. The news felt like a small light in the middle of all the darkness.But Elara’s face twisted in shock and anger. She stepped forward suddenly, her voice loud and desperate.“What do you mean she is pregnant?” she burst out, staring at the healer like he had lost his mind.Luna Astra turned to her sharply. “What are you talking about, Elara?”Elara’s hands shook as she pointed at Selene. “If she is truly pregnant, she must be cheating on the Alpha! He hasn’t even touched her before. How is it possible that she is pregnant?”The words hung in the air like poison.Luna Astra’s eyes narrowed. “How do you know he hasn’t touched her before? Were you with them in their private chamber?”Elara’s face turned red. She opened her mouth and spoke without thinking. “Alpha Kai will never touch someone like her. He just married her to get the thr
He stood up and helped her to her feet, his hand never leaving hers. “What are we waiting for then? Let’s go tell my parents right now. The Alpha and Luna should hear about our decision to marry as soon as possible.”Selene blinked, caught off guard by his eagerness. “Right now?” she asked, a nervo
The carriage rolled smoothly into the bustling town. Selene sat beside Kai, her hands folded neatly in her lap, still unable to believe this was real. The emerald gown felt soft against her skin, and every time she moved, the delicate fabric shimmered in the sunlight. she felt seen. Not as the curs
The next day dawned bright and clear, but Selene felt nothing but exhaustion. Her eyes were still puffy from crying through the night. The mate bond throbbed painfully in her chest like a fresh wound that refused to close. Yet she dragged herself out of bed and reported for duty like always. She ha
Just as Selene was returning from serving the Alpha and Luna, carrying an empty tray, Kai appeared suddenly from a side path. He grabbed her arm roughly and dragged her into a secluded corner behind a tall hedge, away from prying eyes.Selene gasped in shock, nearly dropping the tray. “P-Prince Kai







