ログインKeith was happy while inspecting the food Zina left for them. Soup, steak, sauteed mushrooms, mashed potatoes, creamy spinach sauce, and homemade dinner rolls. Everything was neatly wrapped and covered, and some things were left in the oven on warm. Zina's attention to detail showed because there were two slices of raspberry cheesecake in the fridge. She thought of everything.Even if Zina didn't bring food, they wouldn't starve as the pantry was stocked, and there was food in the fridge, but still… it was good to have a warm meal without the hassle of preparing it. This was their solitude, and every minute counted.Keith returned to the bedroom with a large tray filled with food, and he found the bed empty.Where did Arya go? He was not gone for more than a few minutes.Water running from the bathroom told him Arya had started the shower.Keith stared at the closed door of the bathroom while imagining Arya standing there, under the hot water, the hazy glass of the shower enclosure ob
Keith laid on his side and observed the female sleeping soundly next to him. His cantaloupe-infused mate.Her bruises and cuts were nearly gone, and he could see how beautiful she was.Keith remembered how he carried Arya into the house and up the stairs (two at a time), and then he checked two bedrooms before finding the master bedroom. Of course, it was the last one he checked!The bed was covered with red rose petals, and there were strawberries, chocolates, and champagne on the bedside table. Keith took a mental note to treat Zina for this extra touch. Zina was the one who prepared the house for them. And at some point, Keith heard movements downstairs, only to find fresh food in the kitchen waiting for them. Again, it was Zina. When he noticed a presence downstairs next time, Keith didn't bother with it, knowing it was Zina, and he hoped she brought more food.Since arriving at this house, Keith and Arya didn't talk. They did that for the whole night in the pack hospital of the S
James thought how that was a possibility. With Drake attending the party, his father could ambush Drake or attack the Dark Howlers pack, or both. Without Alpha Drake, his pack was vulnerable.In the end, it won't matter if people knew who was behind the attack on Drake, no one would dare to say a word if they succeed in eliminating him.Drake was just one man, but he was the Alpha of the largest pack in North America. With Drake gone from the picture, it will be carnage to fight for what Drake currently controls."I will keep my eyes open," George said from the side. "The party preparations need manpower. I will send a few Omegas loyal to me.""Will you attend the party if it's confirmed that Alpha Edward is planning something?" Cornelia asked as her eyes darted from Drake to Talia."Of course!" Talia exclaimed. "How can we miss James' birthday? Drake will attend with his Luna Talia, who is also Alpha Natalia Moonrider of the Midnight Guardians pack. It will be our debut as a mated co
After dinner, Trisha stopped by the packhouse with the intention of meeting Dawn.Caleb was waiting for Trisha in the car. Trisha was new in the area, and they were newly mated, so Caleb didn't want to leave Trisha on her own, but he also didn't want to intrude on her girl time. Trisha had a bubbling personality, and she had a lot of friends in the Spring Leaf pack. Caleb couldn't deny her this opportunity to make friends, even if it meant sitting in the car and playing games on the phone to pass the time until Trisha returned.Zina, Dawn, and Trisha were gathered around a small mountain of food on the kitchen island and chattering away.Talia, Drake, James, Cornelia, George, Maya, and Caden were in the study.Drake gave them quick updates on the situation before playing the audio recording he took while talking on the phone with Cassie.'Beep-beep... beep-beep'"I knew you would call," Cassie said smugly the moment she picked up the call."Get to the point, Cassie," Drake sounded imp
In his search for comfort, Drake hugged Talia and buried his face into her hair, taking deep breaths to fill his system with her sweet citrusy scent of freesia.Talia hugged him in return and let him have that moment of peace, happy to know that she had that effect on him.Talia realized that when Drake shared his concerns, Drake was talking in the first person, like he was alone, and it made her heart ache. Didn't he know how many people would gather around him?Talia was ready to stand by his side no matter what enemy they were facing, and she was confident that at least a few others would do the same.Drake was used to carrying his own burdens, and he couldn't see that he was not alone anymore. Talia understood him completely because she was the same. For such a long time, Talia was surviving on her own, and even though she enjoyed Drake's care and affection, it took her a long time to accept it as real.Talia was determined to remind Drake as many times as necessary that he was su
~ the Dark Howlers pack ~It's been two days since Drake and Talia returned from the Spring Leaf pack.Trisha and Arya also came with Caleb and Keith.On the day they returned, Doctor Travis examined Arya and confirmed that she had healed well. Other than a few fading bruises, she was as good as new.Gideon was ready with a ceremony for Trisha and Arya to join the Dark Howlers pack, and they prepared a small feast to celebrate afterward.Talia told Keith and Caleb that she won't be leaving the pack in the next few days, so they could take time off guilt-free and enjoy getting to know their mates.Keith couldn't wait to end the formalities and head to the secluded house prepared for them. The house was comparable to what Gideon and Mindy used, with three bedrooms upstairs, and a living area downstairs, and it included a patch of land around it for privacy. Keith hoped they could stay there long-term.Arya expected to meet Keith's family when they came to the Dark Howlers pack, but Keit
In the guestroom… Drake sat in the comfy sofa chair and observed Marcy smugly. She was standing three steps in front of Drake with her hands crossed over her chest defensively. "You wanted privacy, so here we are.", Drake said while waving his hand, gesturing for Marcy to start talking. "Conside
It was late morning when Drake, Caden, and May arrived at the Red Moon pack. Layla apologized for the absence of her husband. "He is with the scouts who picked up suspicious movements on the eastern border of our territory before dawn. Edward is a hands-on leader and wants to personally ensure we
~ The Red Moon pack ~ "Out of the way!", Anna spat angrily while carrying a stack of plates into the kitchen. Talia quickly stepped to the side, not wanting to attract attention. She never understood why Anna or other Omegas are treating her like trash, she is an Omega, just like they are. The o
"Drive safely.", Stephanie said to Caden when he started the car. The trio would save a lot of time if they went with a helicopter or a plane, but werewolves like to feel the ground below them and won't fly unless it's absolutely necessary. "Be back in three days.", Stephanie added meaningfully.







