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Author: Jade Banks
last update publish date: 2026-06-20 00:21:19

Victoria’s POV

Seven months pregnant, I needed a break every hour. My back ached, my moods shifted wildly, and every smell was too strong. Amelie, our baby girl, kicked hard whenever I tried to rest. The doctors argued with me constantly, acting like they knew what was best for my body. Cadmus was both spoiling and overly protective, sometimes to the point of suffocation. I knew he meant well, but I longed for space and independence. Still, I was grateful for him, even when his fussing drove me
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  • TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE LUNA   Bad news first

    Victoria’s POVTwo months have passed since Amelie was born. Holding her still feels unreal, as though her arrival made me more alive. She’s thriving, gaining weight, and her big green eyes have already charmed Cadmus and the kids. When she looks at me, fierceness and worry mix in my chest—will I ever be enough for her? Some nights I watch her sleep, counting each breath, feeling grateful and terrified at once. I want her to have a happy, safe life. She’ll be spoiled, but I can’t help it. Our home is filled with happiness and hope now.Makarius is the Alpha of the pack, a role that means he leads and protects everyone in our group, settling disputes and making decisions for our safety. In our pack, the Alpha isn't just a ruler but also a caretaker and a guide—everyone has their place, whether as a warrior, caretaker, or member learning their strengths. It was later that afternoon when I noticed Makarius following Thalia like a shadow. They fight all the time, more like she fights and

  • TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE LUNA   Healing

    Cadmus’s POVVictoria's screams twisted inside me. I gripped her hand, desperate to anchor us. Each cry tore through the walls I'd built against fear. My heart pounded, helplessness flooding me with every agonized sound. I wished I could take her pain, but all I could do was hold on and pour all my love and strength into her trembling fingers.Cadmus, listen to me, she said. If anything happens to me… she screamed again."Nothing will happen to you," I said, trying to stay calm, though fear gripped me like a vice inside."Victoria, I see the head! One hard push, come on," the doctor told her. "Push!"Victoria screamed, then fell back onto the pillows. "It's been two hours," I shouted at the doctor.We’re almost there, push again, he saidWith the final, desperate push, Amelie slipped into the world, slick and impossibly tiny. For a moment, everything stilled—then her sharp, raw cry split the hushed tension in the room, loud and vital. Relief crashed over me in a dizzying wave. My brea

  • TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE LUNA   DAD

    Victoria’s POVSeven months pregnant, I needed a break every hour. My back ached, my moods shifted wildly, and every smell was too strong. Amelie, our baby girl, kicked hard whenever I tried to rest. The doctors argued with me constantly, acting like they knew what was best for my body. Cadmus was both spoiling and overly protective, sometimes to the point of suffocation. I knew he meant well, but I longed for space and independence. Still, I was grateful for him, even when his fussing drove me crazy.Hathor has fallen asleep next to me. He thinks now that he will have a sister, we won’t love him anymore.Cadmus entered the bedroom, came to my side, and kissed my lips, then my belly. "She'll be as beautiful as you, and I’ll shred anyone who comes near her," he said. He petted Hathor’s head. "Is my boy insecure?" he asked.I nodded. We need to show more love, I said"Victoria, he is with me most of the day, even in the meetings," Cadmus said. I laughed."Sorry, you—I mean…stop!" I said

  • TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE LUNA   I feel old

    Four years later…Victoria’s POVThe pack buzzed with celebration. Torches flickered along snowy paths, casting playful shadows as the cold white banks were cleared for the towering bonfire at the center of the clearing. Smoke from roasting meat curled upward, mingling with the sweet, earthy aroma of pine and something sugary from the dessert tables. Laughter and voices soared around me, echoing through the crisp air, while children shrieked, darting between the adults with gleeful abandon. The drumbeat thudded in the distance, quickening my heart as I watched the bustle around me. My nerves tightened with every guest who arrived, knowing that tonight, everyone would be here.Victoria, my love, Cadmus teased through the link. Let’s go for a run, just us.Just one hour, promise. He chuckled.We walked deep into the bare forest and undressed, tucking our clothes into a jacket. I closed my eyes for a breath, reached inside for that instinctive tug, and let it sweep through me. Bones real

  • TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE LUNA   Do tell

    Cadmus’s POVI wasn't happy about this trip, but Victoria insisted. Determined to be prepared if anything went wrong, I took extra precautions. Soon, we arrived at the hidden pack houses.The pack houses were hidden among old pines, their trunks close together and needles covering the ground in a soft green layer. The air was cool and smelled like sap and moss, with the steady sound of the river filling the quiet with a soft rush. Sunlight came through the trees in golden lines, shining on wet stones by the water. As we went down the winding road, the gravel crunched under our tires with bird calls in the distance. I saw the spotters between the trees, almost hidden by the shadows.When the car came to a stop, the doors opened, and someone helped Victoria out. They bowed to her, then to me. A man in his late fifties approached us first.A man about fifty came up first. He held out his hand to me and said, "Alpha King Cadmus, welcome to our pack." Then he nodded to Victoria and added,

  • TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE LUNA   I could handle myself

    Victoria’s POVDad? What are you doing here?Is this your dad? Lucien asked, curious.Balthazar looked at Lucien, ignoring his question. Then Balthazar turned directly to me. "Victoria, we need to talk," he said firmly.I introduced them, trying not to let my nerves show. "Lucien, this is my father, Balthazar. Dad, this is Sylvia’s son." Balthazar’s head snapped toward Lucien, his jaw tense.Balthazar eyed Lucien closely. "Did she send you?" Balthazar asked, stepping forward. Lucien stood his ground, completely unshaken.No, sir. I was searching for her and found my sister.Balthazar’s voice rose. "Really? Interesting, you arrived just as she’s searching for a way to kill her."Dad, please stop. Let’s talk in the office. Lucien, have some breakfast.In the office, Balthazar sat down and ran his hands over his face. "Victoria, I can’t find her. You’re in danger—don’t go anywhere alone, is that clear?"Of course, I could handle myself….She uses magic, he shouted, then took a breath. Vi

  • TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE LUNA   This child is cursed

    Balthazar’s POVSixteen years agoSylvia, I shouted, “Where are you?Daddy, Mom is sleeping, shhh.I picked her up and kissed her cheek. My little wolf. What are you up to?Nothing, I play with a bunny, a lizard, and a chicken. I asked them to do funny things, and they listened like they were my fr

  • TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE LUNA   Something is coming

    "You don’t have to do this, Victoria," he said, reaching out."Don’t touch me. I’ll handle it myself, and then I’m out. Now, are you driving me or not?""Victoria, please, just forgive me.""Forgive you? Are you driving, or should I hail a cab?"Silence.I slammed the door and jabbed the elevator b

  • TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE LUNA   Every second

    " Do you have a death wish?" he whispered.I tried to lift my head. "Why do you care?" His hand pressed me back down, gentle but firm."I want in," he said. "On your escape plan.""I don't trust someone who won't even share his name.""Makarius."A wild laugh escaped me. "No... how?" I squeezed my

  • TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE LUNA   Blue ice

    I jolted awake, crammed between Pirate and a stranger with muscles rippling under his torn shirt. My knees jammed against my chin, bones aching from hours in this position.Every time I drifted off, my head snapped forward and then crashed onto the stranger's shoulder. His warmth seeped through me.

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