I wanted you to see Darina as everyone did at the mating ball—strong, graceful, and beautiful in her own right—when I wrote this chapter. She started to genuinely embrace her true self at this moment, which went beyond a stunning dress or a spectacular entrance. I hope you experienced the enchantment and witnessed her metamorphosis as vividly as I did when I was writing it. Take a look! 📌 https://pin.it/5SZpFERgn As always, I appreciate your support and thank you for reading 💜.
In her new Luna’s study, Darina restlessly searched for clues to solve the mystery behind the recent events. Kai found her standing by the table, marking red circles over areas on a large map. “My love, it’s late. Time to go to bed,” he whispered in her ear, wrapping his arms around her from behind. She shook her head. “I can’t sleep. I feel like a lamb waiting to be sacrificed… I'm just sitting here with no idea what’s coming.” “It’s not like that. You have two skilled warriors assigned to your protection now. Maya placed spells that’ll activate if dark magic is used. The Witch Council is supporting us—they promised to send any resources we need,” Kai tried to reassure her. “It's not enough. I can’t just sit and do nothing,” she replied, continuing to mark the map. Kai moved beside her and gently stroked her hand. “What are you marking?” “Areas of r
Jackie’s eyes fluttered open.She was lying on something soft inside what looked like a military tent. Two pairs of eyes—one belonging to a beautiful, angelic-looking woman and the other to a man radiating a powerful, commanding aura—were studying her.“You’re safe here,” the blonde woman said softly, gently squeezing her hand.“Who are you? Where am I?” Jackie rasped, her throat dry and aching.The woman poured her a glass of water and handed it to her. Jackie emptied it in one go.“We’re your friends,” the woman said gently. “You’re in the rogue camp. Rogues who were unfairly accused by the Royal Pack and others who were exiled for crimes they didn’t commit. We’ve united, seeking justice.”She offered Jackie a charming smile. “This is Alpha Jake,” she added, gesturing toward the dangerous-looking man. “He’s our Alpha, leading us to reclaim the lives we deserve. I’m his mate and Luna. Do you remember what happened to you?”
The car ride was quiet. Amber drove through the misty night, windshield wipers sweeping away the steady drizzle. In the passenger seat, Lily leaned her head against the cold glass window. The sky above was heavy and grey, rain trailing down like sorrowful tears. It matched her mood perfectly. The sky was crying for her— For not being loved. For not being chosen. For having no family of her own. For the betrayal that still ached, even after she swore, it didn’t. She shut her eyes. “I should let it go,” she thought. Time to move on. Under a pale, cloud-hung sky, the Royal Pack estate stirred to life the next morning. A quiet tension hung in the air as if the forest itself was holding its breath. Dew clung to the damp grass, sparkling faintly in the early light. Lily, Amber, and Darina stood by the garden, discussing the latest news, when
It hadn’t been the easiest days for Maya. After selling poison to a werewolf from the Royal Pack—even though she had reported the b*tch afterward—the Witch Council demanded redemption. To avoid banishment and the damning label of a black magic practitioner, she was tasked with restoring balance through unpaid good deeds.So today, she was helping several werewolf packs. Exhausting and unpaid. Using magic, combined with long drives, had taken a toll on her. All she wanted now was to rest—maybe pour herself a glass of wine and watch something brainless.Fate, for once, had been kind, sending her a friend with occasional benefits to brighten her evening. She was single and had a few lovers, but he was her favourite. And with over two thousand years of life behind her, she knew pleasure intimately. Experience taught her well.Now she was on her knees, licking her lips like an eager child in a candy shop. After just a few skilled touches and heated ki
The air in Kai’s study was heavy with tension . Darina sat on Kai’s lap, his hand tracing slow, comforting circles on her back trying to sooth her.All eyes were fixed on her.“Are you sure you didn’t miss anything?” Will asked gently, his voice laced with concern.“I’ve repeated the story ten times—every single detail,” she replied, her patience thinning.Amber folded her arms across her chest. “Definitely, magic was involved.”“Do you think the spy was connected to the rogues?” Will asked again.Reed shook his head. “Unlikely. So far, no magic’s been detected in any of the rogue attacks.”Cassandra leaned forward, her brow furrowed. “What about Jackie? Her death was strange and unnutural. Could she have been tied to them somehow?”Kai ran both hands through his hair in frustration. “I don’t think so. She was just rotting in the dungeon without any benefits for rogues. If they wanted intel, they could
A familiar ginger-haired beauty was gracefully making her way to the training grounds. “Amber!” Darina exclaimed, opening her arms to greet her friend. “How was your trip? You came back so fast.” “Oh, better than I expected. Reed’s still alive—even though my father and brother weren’t exactly thrilled,” she joked, winking at Darina. “I couldn’t stay away for long. Plus, I brought my sister with me—she’s looking for a bit of sanctuary.” A stunning woman approached them. Amber was striking herself, but her sister was drop-dead gorgeous. Petite yet toned, she carried a strength in her posture and a piercing intensity in her large violet eyes, framed by long black lashes. Her long silver hair was braided into two thick French braids. She looked like a warrior goddess stepped out of a painting. She bowed slightly, her voice as melodic and beautiful as her appearance. “I’m Lily, Your Highness. Sister of this naughty ginger cat,” she said