Se connecterLisa's POV"So?" Kael asked, one brow raised. "What do you think?""I'll stay here," I replied.Trying to sound confident, I walked toward the bathroom. The moment I pushed the creaking door open, a foul stench slammed into me.My nose wrinkled instantly.The tiny bathroom looked as though it hadn't been cleaned in years. Mold stained the corners, the floor was damp, and the air filled with a sour, rotten smell that made my stomach churn.Holding my breath, I walked to the toilet and pressed the flush, but nothing happened, not even a trickle.Please don't tell me...I turned toward the shower and twisted the faucet, but still nothing, not a single drop.I lowered my hand and lifted the neckline of my dress over my nose, but it barely helped. The smell still invaded my senses.Grabbing the two empty buckets leaning against the wall, I hurried out of the bathroom before I threw up.I didn't stop until I was outside the room as Kael stepped out behind me and quietly shut the door."I se
Lisa's POV"Here."Kael bent down, picked up the training sword lying on the ground, and held it out to me.I stared at the weapon… then at him.How was I supposed to do this? I could barely throw a proper punch. Holding a sword was already intimidating enough.My wolf encouraged. ‘Let's do this’ Easy for you to say.Taking a deep breath, I forced myself onto my feet and wrapped my fingers around the hilt.I lifted it toward Kael. "Let's begin."Kael didn't move. Instead, he slowly circled me, his eyes studying every inch of my stance."A warrior doesn't rely on strength alone," he began calmly. "Your footing is your foundation. If your balance is weak, you'll lose before the battle even starts."He nudged my right foot with the tip of his boot."Spread your feet shoulder-width apart."I obeyed."Good."He continued walking around me. "Keep your knees slightly bent. Never lock them. A stiff warrior is an easy target."He gently lowered the sword in my hands. "Don't grip it too tightl
Lisa's POVBy the time I arrived at the pack house, a guard escorted me into the main training hall.Lucien stood at the center, surrounded by five newly recruited warriors.Lucien strode toward me."Perfect," he said with a satisfied smile. "You're finally here."I lowered my gaze, refusing to look at him.His fingers suddenly hooked beneath my chin, forcing my face upward as rage exploded inside me."You son of a bitch!" I slapped his hand away and threw a punch straight at his stomach."Ow!"Pain shot through my knuckles instead. It felt like I'd punched solid steel.Before I could swing again, two guards seized my arms from behind.Lucien chuckled as though my anger amused him."I see you didn't come here to apologize." He leaned closer. "Your father already gave me permission to do whatever I want with you."His lips curved into a cruel smile. "After all... you belong to me."My wolf snarled. ‘Monster’"I don't belong to anyone." I met his eyes without flinching. "Especially not
Lisa's POV"You're... my mate."The words escaped in a trembling whisper as relief flooded through me.The warmth coursing through my body, the intoxicating scent wrapping around me, and my wolf's joyful cries… the Moon Goddess had answered my prayers.For a brief moment, Lucien simply stared at me, then his brows slowly knitted together."No." His voice was quiet. "There's been a mistake."The smile froze on my lips. "W-What?""You can't be my mate."My chest tightened so painfully I struggled to breathe.Inside my mind, my newly awakened wolf whimpered.‘What is he saying?’The music around us had long faded and every pair of eyes turned toward us.I forced a smile, desperately trying to convince both him and myself."Lucien... we've wished for this for years." My voice shook. "I've prayed to the Moon Goddess every single night."I took another step toward him. "We're mates." I smiled through the tears threatening to spill. "You should be happy... aren't you happy?"He sighed. "Come
Lisa's POV"Take her to the pack house."The head warrior's command rang through the air.Before I could react, two warriors seized my arms and dragged me forward.I didn't struggle.What was the point? This was Silver Moon Pack; a rival territory. I had trespassed onto their land, death was the only punishment I could imagine.Lucien… I'm sorry. I couldn't keep my promise.A faint smile tugged at my lips despite the ache spreading through my chest.When you hear about my death... don't blame yourself. Please don't cry.Minutes later, the towering pack house finally came into view.My heartbeat quickened.The massive silver gates swung open, revealing dozens of warriors standing in formation. Then my eyes landed on the man standing at the top of the stone steps.I froze.Cassian Vance? The future Alpha of Silver Moon Pack.He looked nothing like the boy I remembered from the academy.He was taller now and broader. His black hair shifted gently beneath the breeze, while his cold silver
Lisa's POV"What do you need it for?" I asked quietly.A smile spread across Lucien's face."My mating ceremony is in two days," he said. "I need to present it to someone... someone very special."Someone special?My heart skipped.Did he mean... me? Or was he talking about his future mate? No… maybe he wanted to surprise me with it during the ceremony. He knew how much I loved Moon Orchids. Moon Goddess... please let me be his mate. And if I survive this mission... let my wish finally come true."Lisa?"His gentle voice pulled me back to reality as his thumb continued stroking the back of my hand, sending tiny shivers through me."I'll do it," I said firmly.For a moment, surprise flickered across his face. Then, before I could react, he pulled me into a tight embrace."Thank you," he murmured, excitement filling his voice. "Thank you so much."A smile found its way onto my lips.Seeing him happy somehow made everything worth it."So... when are you leaving?" he asked after releasin







