LEVI:From my window on the second floor, I see it all. The way Donald smacks her and the guard who rips her daughter from her arms. It eats deep into my chest, wounding me more than I already am.My grip on the wheelchair tightens, my knuckles paling. My wolf growls angrily at what it has witnessed. How could he? I want to hit Donald, but I know I cannot because my body is weak, and I hate it, but at the same time, I love it. This is because the Moon Goddess granted my last wish. All I asked was to see Kookie before dying, and now that I have, I do not mind dying.I should leave her a detailed note on what happened, I say to myself. But first, I have to make Donald pay for touching her. A part of me wishes I could live so I could give her the protection I couldn’t provide years ago because I was a foolish boy who allowed my mate to go so easily.As I watch Donald sling her over his shoulder, I manage to wheel myself back to my bed, where I slump onto it as more pain courses through m
Levi:“Mum, what are you doing?” I ask, watching her take off her mask and rub my sweat on her face.“What a mother must do,” she says, then I watch her put on the mask and cover her fingers. Suddenly, it hits me as I realize she wants to use herself to get Kookie to work, but I might be dead before then.“This will probably not work because I have only a few hours, and you might not get it before then.”The corner of her face lifts in a smile.“I am old, Levi, so I will be down with it by tomorrow. Besides, it can be detected in the body before one falls ill, so I will get her to see me, and I will let her run some tests.”She has a plan, but I try not to bank on it because I do not know how feasible it is.“That isn’t all there is to it,” she says, and I glare at her, waiting for her to speak. “You need to keep Kookie here. The Moon Candy Pack is not the reason she is great because we all know that pack is nothing compared to ours. She was raised here, and she studied at the Opal Mo
KOOKIE:When I hear this, I try to maintain a calm face, believing it is all a lie and they are trying to get me to fold because they know how much I care about Luna Jasmine. I ask questions, and I hear she lives far from the alpha’s pack. Her home is secluded, so how did she get the virus?Donald puts the phone on speaker.“Mom, what is going on?” Levi asks, then I hear Luna Jasmine’s hoarse voice.“I came down with a headache this morning.” My heart flinches a bit, and suddenly, I feel a little sense of care creeping in. She never really hurt me, and I know they kept the wedding away from me to protect me.I shouldn’t let her suffer because of her stupid son, I say to myself.“Is… Ko..okie there?” When she asks, my heart skips a beat as Levi looks up at me.“Yes,” he replies, causing me to inhale sharply as I try to ground myself.The emotions coursing through me are a lot to process, but I try my best not to have an outburst because a part of me wishes she could have come to my res
Kookie:As I stare at my parents, sitting on a couch in the Luna’s living room, I think I am dreaming. They haven’t really aged in the past six years, apart from the strand of gray hair that my mother has grown, which has only made her even more beautiful.The moment only lasts for a few seconds before it hits me—this could be a setup, and Levi might be using them to get me to help him. But Luna Jasmine would never do that to me, would she?“Kookie,” my father calls out to me, then rushes toward me, throwing an arm around me. He presses me to his chest, and I swear to the goddess, I want to be still, push him away, and not accept the hug, but my hands wrap around him involuntarily.My mother stands close to us, staring at me with tears shimmering in her eyes. I cannot imagine how they have lived all these years, but I try not to beat myself up or live in their perspective, because I, too, was hurt, and my feelings are valid.“I am sorry, my little girl,” my father mutters as he plants
KOOKIE:Rushing out of the room, I make my way downstairs, where my parents are waiting.“You guys can see her, but do not take off your suits until I am back!” I rush out without waiting for their response.Once outside, I see Donald seated with the driver.“Let’s go back to the Alpha’s mansion now!” I command, making my way toward the vehicle while they both rush behind me, trying to keep up.**Shortly, we arrive back at the mansion, and I waste no time. As soon as I enter the house, I walk up to the first guard.“Tell your Alpha that I would like to see him now!” The guard nods, rushing up the stairs while I make my way to the room Blue is in.I give a gentle knock on the door and wait for her to open it, but she doesn’t.“Blue, it’s Mummy.” The lock clicks as soon as I say this, and I open the door with a wide grin on my face. I have successfully taught her one safety precaution. Even I almost forgot about it, but she didn’t.I lift her up as I walk into the room, then plant a ki
Kookie:After I have made my demand clear to Levi, I find food for Blue. For a moment, I watch my daughter eat happily.“Mummy will be back late,” I say to her, throwing an arm around her neck. She looks up at me slightly and gives a nod. “If you are hungry, you can check the fridge. There are a lot of snacks and sweets in there.” Saying this makes me feel like an irresponsible mother because who lets a six-year-old feed themselves? But desperate times call for desperate measures.My heart is heavy, but I try to push past it. If Levi meets my demands, then I will make my impact on this pack—one he will not forget.“I love you, baby, and I will be back as soon as I can.” Planting a kiss on her forehead, I get to my feet, then grab my bag and make my way to the door.I am still trying to lock the door when Donald clears his throat, startling me.“Alpha Levi would like to see you in his chambers.” I glance at him, pausing for a moment with my hand still on the key. “He is ready to meet y
Kookie:It took me three hours and thirty minutes to come up with both a cure for the virus and a vaccine. The first person to receive the shot was the Luna, followed by Levi. I reduced his dosage—not enough to keep him critically ill, but just enough to ensure he remains in a wheelchair for an extra week. After all, what better fun than watching him unable to use his legs? Plus, I get to stab him violently every day for a week.Everyone without the virus, including myself and Blue, got vaccinated. The news spread quickly across the pack, especially the fact that I would be the youngest council member in history—and a female, to double it. The best part was young girls wanting to meet up with me because they had so many questions, as I had become a role model.This made me happy because my hard work was finally paying off, and it would be difficult for Levi to get a break. With every turn, my name is the first thing that falls from their lips.Today, I finally get back everything that
Levi:A feeling of embarrassment settles in my chest as Kookie spots me glaring at her and Elias. I wish I could help myself, but seeing him here in the flesh does something to me that I cannot explain. I looked him up earlier because I heard how they both single-handedly built that stupid pack to what it is now. According to my research, his physique was magnificent, and I know I am weird for wanting to know things like that, but I had to know if he was a potential threat to me—and he is. In fact, he looks better in real life, and I might have to get a facial reconstruction to please Kookie.Maybe I am overreacting because I, too, have distinguishable features, but she had his kid, and not mine. It makes me mad and sad at the same time because I brought this on myself. Sitting alone in my room has my mind running wild as I wonder what they could be doing in her room. I cannot tell him to leave because she wants him here, and, fu
LEVI:It’s been a while since the meeting ended, and I assume Kookie should be home with her daughter by now. I get on my computer to see what they are doing. It is sick, but I cannot help myself. They have as much privacy as they can get because the cameras are not installed in their bedrooms.Opening my laptop, I check the footage to see Kookie clutching a knife, making a phone call. I turn on the speaker.“Hello, Luna Jasmine, it’s Kookie, I need your help.”My heart flutters as I wonder if something bad has happened. She is holding a knife, and Blue is sitting still, not uttering a single word.“My house has been broken into, and we need a place to stay for the meantime until the pack police find out what happened. My parents too have…”She pauses, and I assume my mother is speaking to her. On my end, my patience is wearing thin because I want to know who did this to her. It is her property now,
KOOKIE:Getting humiliated by Axel is not something I expected to happen, but it isn’t something beneath him either. He has been bitter since I became part of the council. Levi stepping up for me isn’t something I expected either, and although I am grateful, I do not want him acting like he is suddenly some savior. Axel might humiliate me publicly, but he will never be my mate who brought me dishonor, so no, Levi will never be my savior.The meeting is over, and I grab my purse, heading out of the room. I need to pick Blue up from school.“Are you okay?” Levi asks when I get to the door, and I pause in my tracks.“Yes,” I reply, then he walks up to me as the room empties faster than I anticipate.“I am really sorry for Axel’s behaviour, and…”“It is fine, Alpha.” I address him formally, turning to face him. “Thank you for what you did there,” I add, and he nods slowly. There is a moment of silence which I do not pass up.“I need to get my daughter from school.” When I say this, I walk
Levi:The council chamber reeks of incense, its chilly air creeping up my shoulders. Elder Axel’s voice drones on from the head of the table as he speaks about the upcoming Werewolf Mating Ball, which is to take place in two weeks during the full moon.He goes on and on about having the place heavily guarded—keeping underage were-children out and protecting the venue from intruders. His point is solid, but somehow I don’t care, because my gaze remains on Kookie. She’s in her traditional council attire—the one that’s just a cloth draped around her body, which makes her look extra sexy.I had picked out multiple fabrics of its kind for her when furnishing her house. Knowing she’s putting on something I purchased makes it even better. It’s like she’s imprinted with me.She’s across the long mahogany table, flanked by Elders Patrick and Lion
KOOKIE:My blood pressure shoots through the roof when I learn the person who picked up Blue is Levi. I stare at Luna Jasmine, hoping for a good explanation, but she says nothing as I fume with anger. How could she do this to me? I thought she liked me, but it seems she is only trying to sabotage me. Why would she even let Levi near my daughter? I rush to the window, looking out to see Levi’s car pulling up.“I am sorry, Luna Jasmine, but I have to leave.” I take a step towards the door, and she speaks.“I know Levi is her father.”My blood runs cold, freezing me in place as a chill runs up my spine. Involuntarily, my body turns to face her, and I open my mouth to speak, but the words do not come out.“Wha... what are you saying?” I finally ask. Then I shake my head, trying to deny it. “Elias is the father of my child, and we have been together for six years.”Luna Jasmine rolls her eyes.
LEVI:I make payment for Blue while I sit in a corner, honoring the greetings of pack members with my eyes on her as she plays on the bouncing castle. The place is rowdy, with a lot of children, but somehow I can single out her own giggle, which weirdly warms my heart. I can’t tell if it is my connection with Kookie at work, but seeing her daughter happy makes me happy, too.Instead of sulking about my mistakes, I sit there, determined to make the best out of it. Maybe my mother is right, and I have not been man enough. I know Kookie will not just accept an apology, but I will keep trying to work my way to her heart, even if it means giving up all I have. This is what I never knew I needed—a daughter. A daughter from the woman I love. She isn’t even my biological daughter, but the mere fact she belongs to Kookie makes me want to care for her like she is mine.After a moment, she runs to me breathless, with nothing but her socks on.&ldqu
THIRD PERSON POV:Blue is sitting at her desk in class, painting what she assumes is a picture of Elias and her mother. Her teacher, Mrs. Walter, walks up to her, stopping a few inches from her.“Blue,” she calls out in a soft tone, and Blue turns to the sight of the black dress in front of her. She looks up at her teacher, a brown-haired lady in her mid-thirties.“Yes, Mrs. Walter.” A smile forms on Blue’s face as she tries to answer politely, like her mother has taught her.“Your mother is busy, and the Luna has sent someone from the Alpha’s house to come get you.” When she says this, Blue’s face falls, as she had planned to show her mother her drawing.It has been almost a week since Elias left, and she wishes he would live permanently with them, because he makes her mum happier.“Okay, Mrs. Walter,” Blue answers, facing her drawing again.Mrs. Walter understands her tone, so she tries to keep Blue company. She is her latest student, one she is yet to figure out. She isn’t rude, bu
LEVI:The days have been long. Too damn long that I don’t even know how I’m still breathing through it. I wake up, and she’s the first thought. I close my eyes, and she’s still there—always there.Ever since I saw her kiss him, I’ve been trying to claw my way out of whatever hell she left me in, but the way she melted into him like he was the only thing that mattered—I don’t think I’ll ever forget that. I’ve tried to move on. Forced myself to. Got girls to spend the night. Pretty ones. Soft voices, eager hands, but the moment they climb into my space, I cannot even touch them.Their skin feels like acid against mine, and I guess it is my punishment from the goddess. Slowly torturing and reminding me I don’t get to feel good without her. When she came over last week for my last shot, her expression was blank even after seeing the girl in my be
Kookie’s :No matter how much I try, the news about Elias leaving horrifies me. I thought I would be over it this morning, but knowing I will wake up alone in two days makes the worry in my chest weigh me down. The warmth of Elias beside me is the only thing that feels authentic right now, the only comfort in the storm brewing in my heart.I don’t want to open my eyes, don’t want to face the reality that tomorrow, he’ll be gone. Tears slip down the sides of my face, soaking into the pillow beneath my cheek. I try to stifle the sob, but it comes anyway, a soft, aching sound that breaks through the stillness of the room. I feel his presence, still so close, and I reach out instinctively, wanting to hold on to him, to keep him here with me. But when my fingers brush against the empty space beside me, panic floods my chest.My eyes snap open, my breath catching as I sit up in an instant,
THIRD PERSON POV:The sunlight filters through the soft curtains, casting a golden hue across the room. Kookie stirs, her body still curled into Elias, the warmth of his skin blanketing her like safety. For a moment, she lies still, eyes closed, basking in the afterglow of everything they shared the previous night. When her eyes finally flutter open, a smile forms on her lips—wider and more genuine than any she’s worn in weeks.Her heart flutters as her mind replays every moment, every soft touch, every sweet word. The way Elias held her like she was something rare. The way he moved with her—slow, intentional, loving. It was nothing like she had imagined; it was better. So much better. Beside her, Elias stirs too, groaning softly as his arms instinctively tighten around her waist, pulling her back into his chest.“Morning,” he murmurs in a thick voice. Kookie giggles, turning to face him, their