Lucas I sat by the edge of the bed, my heart in turmoil, as I watched Ava's unconscious form. The weight of the truth I had revealed earlier still hung heavy in the air, mingling with the tension that had been building between us over the last few days. I had hoped that telling Ava the truth would take away, or at least reduce, the strain in our relationship, but seeing Ava like this made me realize just how much she hated to hear that I had already met my mate, and it also made me realize that I needed to think of a way to reassure her of our relationship so she wouldn't jump to the conclusion that she was getting replaced because that would never happen.Gently, I reached out and brushed a lock of hair away from Ava's face, my fingers lingering against her skin. She looked so vulnerable at that moment, and guilt gnawed at my insides because I knew how fragile Ava was, and yet I still made the mistake of hurting her in the worst way possible. I hadn't meant for any of this to happe
Third Person Pov The Grayson Pack was buzzing with activity as Alpha Robles of the Dawn Pack arrived for a visit. It was a crisp autumn afternoon, and the tension in the pack was obvious, as most of the pack members knew that a foreign Alpha visiting unannounced was not a good sign. Lucas stood at the entrance of the pack's main compound, his posture reflecting the respect he held for his guest. Alpha Robles was not just a fellow Alpha; he was a friend of Lucas's late father and a much-valued ally. Lucas had known Alpha Robles ever since he was a little boy, and Alpha Robles was the last person Lucas would think of disrespecting.As Alpha Robles's entourage approached, Lucas extended a warm smile and greeted the visitors. "Alpha Robles, it's an honor to have you here," he said, wearing a genuine smile on his face.Alpha Robles returned the smile, his presence exuding authority and grace. "Alpha Lucas, the pleasure is mine. Your hospitality is always appreciated, and I even feel honor
Luna The air in my father's office was tense as I barged in, my heart pounding with frustration and anger. I couldn't believe he had gone against my wishes, and I was determined to confront him about it. That old man was definitely going to get a piece of my mind."Father," I said sharply, my voice carrying the weight of my anger, "did you visit the Grayson Pack?" I questioned.Alpha Robles looked up from his desk, his expression calm and unsurprised by my abrupt entrance. "Yes, Luna, I did. Any problem?"My hands clenched at my sides, my frustration bubbling to the surface. "How could you, Father? After I specifically asked you not to get involved, Couldn't you have just minded your business?" I asked, wondering why he couldn't just respect my wishes for once.Alpha Robles leaned back in his chair, his gaze steady as he regarded me. "Luna, there's no need for you to barge into my office in such a manner. We can discuss this calmly. I didn't teach you like this," he said, trying to s
I walked for what felt like hours, and my mind was full of conflicting thoughts and emotions. When my legs started to feel tired, I found myself in a secluded spot at the edge of the woods, a place I had often visited when I needed peace. After sitting on a fallen log, I let out a heavy sigh and rested my head in my hands. Everything that had happened in the last few days weighed heavily on my heart, and I couldn't shake the feeling of being trapped between my own interests and the expectations of everyone else.Why did everything have to be so complicated? Why couldn't I have been mated to someone who wasn't already committed to someone else? With everything in mind, I thought back to when I first discovered that Lucas was my mate. The rush of emotions, the confusion, and the anger that of all the men, he had to be the one, had been overwhelming.I closed my eyes, trying to clear my mind and find a sense of clarity amid my chaotic thoughts. But every time I closed my eyes, all I cou
Luna I sat by the window, staring at the ray of light from the sun while my mind was filled with conflicting emotions. It had only been days since I had faced Lucas and also dealt with meeting his girlfriend, and in the last few days, I had been trying so hard to put aside the things I felt, to forget that he was my mate and that I felt an undeniable pull towards him. But despite my best efforts, I always end up thinking about the things I don't want to think about. Lost in my thoughts, a knock on my door suddenly jolted me back to reality. I blinked, momentarily disoriented since I wasn't exactly expecting anyone. Who could it be? "Come in," I called, looking in the door's direction. The door creaked open, revealing a servant whose expression was neutral. "Good afternoon, my Lady. I'm here to inform you that Alpha Robles requests your presence in the private meeting room." I furrowed my brows. That was unexpected. I wasn't expecting it, and my father rarely summoned me to the pr
Lucas The air in the room was thick with passion and emotions. It was almost as though a long-suppressed desire was being fulfilled, and I could barely control myself in that moment. I felt the magnetic pull when her eyes were on me, and my logic and reasoning became clouded with an overwhelming craving, a hunger that would not go away. Our lips collided in a passionate clash as I leaned in. It was a kiss born out of yearning, annoyance, and everything we had been attempting to ignore and pretend like it didn't exist. Her lips were gentle against mine, and in the heated space between us, her breath mingled with mine. For a moment, I lost myself in the taste of her and the feeling of her body pressing against mine. It was a sensation I had denied myself and my wolf because of how wrong it felt to feel this way, which only turned out to be an ache that had only grown more pronounced with each passing day. Then reality crashed into me like a huge wave as quickly as the kiss heated up.
My bedroom suddenly started to feel like a prison as all sorts of negative emotions clouded every fiber of my being. Anger, confusion, and hurt. Those emotions churned inside me like a raging storm, threatening to tear me apart and at the same time, making me feel the urge to tear something apart. I had been trying so hard not to think about Lucas, trying hard to get my wolf to accept the reality of the situation we were in, and distancing myself from him in every way possible to avoid the messed-up emotions I'd feel when he was around me. But Lucas, that crazy bastard, in one day, without thinking of the consequences of his actions, had shattered my fragile resolve and turned me into a complete mess. I paced back and forth, my wolf pacing with me, a low growl rumbling in the depths of my mind. My fingers clenched into fists as I replayed the scene in my head over and over again as if trying to relive the moment that shouldn't have happened. I recalled his lips on mine, and the t
Lucas As I returned from the Dawn Pack, my thoughts were all over the place, and no matter how hard I tried to dismiss my chaotic thoughts, it just wasn't working. I couldn't get the memories of the day out of my head, especially the moment I impulsively kissed Luna. It was a reckless act on my side, prompted by the irresistible pull of the mate bond, and now I couldn't stop replaying the scene in my head, scrutinizing every detail of our conversation. The kiss had been passionate, unexpected, and hungry—a passionate collision of our lips that had left me dumbstruck. It had felt like I'd lost control, as if the mate bond's raging current had taken over my senses. I'd been unable to think in that stolen moment, unable to resist the pull that had drawn me to her. And then, as abruptly as it had started, it had ended, and I had pulled away, realizing the gravity of what I had done. The look on Luna's face had been a mixture of surprise and disappointment, a very clear reminder that w