ANMELDENLisa's POV"You don't need to be scared," Kael's voice came from behind me, calm and reassuring."Just keep walking."I nodded faintly and continued after him, trying to ignore the knot tightening in my stomach.Kael walked as though he didn't notice, but I felt every stare burning into my skin.He stopped beside the table and pulled out the chair next to him."Sit."I obeyed immediately, lowering myself into the seat as my hands trembled beneath the table."Hey, new guy."A deep, mocking voice echoed from the opposite side.I kept my head lowered, my gaze fixed on the wooden surface before me."I still don't understand why Alpha Lucien dumped Empty Belly on you." The man chuckled. "Honestly, I thought the rumor was fake."My stomach twisted painfully.So... the news had already spread this far.Nyra said dismissively. ‘That's their problem, not yours’ Kael remained silent, but from the corner of my eye, I noticed his fingers curling into a tight fist.He turned to me instead. "What
Lisa's POVI tightened my grip around the buckets as I followed Kael into his quarters.The moment I stepped inside, I froze.His room was nothing like the cramped, filthy spare room I had been assigned.The space was simple, yet spotless. A neatly made bed rested against one wall, covered with dark gray sheets. Beside it stood a sturdy wooden nightstand with a small lantern and a stack of well-worn books. Across the room, weapons hung on a rack.A wide window overlooked the academy grounds, allowing the cool evening breeze to drift through the room. There wasn't a speck of dust anywhere.My hands began trembling as I slowly looked around."Lisa... I don't bite."His amused voice pulled me from my thoughts.Before I could react, he took the buckets from my hands. "Let me handle this."He walked into the bathroom while I remained rooted to the spot.His room isn't bad at all.My wolf scoffed. ‘Bad? It's perfect’Moments later, Kael returned carrying the refilled buckets. For a second,
Lisa'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







