LOGINBefore we could meet the person Alessio was talking about, the sharp sound of slow clapping suddenly echoed through the hall.Every conversation around us quietened almost instantly, and all of us turned toward the source of the sound.And the moment I saw her, my entire body stiffened.Eloise.Sienna’s stepsister. The woman I had once married.She stood near the entrance, clapping her hands slowly, evenly, with a strange smile stretched across her face. Her eyes were red, bloodshot almost, and one look at her was enough for me to realize that she was not fully in her senses right now. There was something unstable about the way she stood there, staring directly at us — at me and Sienna sitting together with Alessi
Seeing Sienna’s calm and composed reaction, I realized that Alessio was already aware of it. I did not question how or when he came to know about it because it was none of my business. As of today, she was my wife, but until this moment, it had always been her choice to seek support from whoever she trusted, to confide in anyone she wished, and to do whatever brought her comfort.I had no right to feel jealous about that.But somewhere deep inside me, I still wished that I had been the one standing in Alessio’s place all this time. I wished I had been the person she trusted enough to run to whenever things became difficult. I wished I had been the one she leaned on when she was scared, confused, or overwhelmed. Not because I wanted to take that place away from Alessio, but because I wished I had been there for her long before someone else had to step in for me."Alessio, please have dinner with us. I'm so glad that you're here with us on this special day," Sienna said warmly.Alessio
Before we headed to finish our dinner — our first dinner as mates, as husband and wife, as partners for life — we stayed back to greet the last few pack members who were still waiting patiently to shake our hands and congratulate us.And then, from the corner of my eye, I saw Alessio, the Alpha of the Silver Moon Pack, standing a little distance away.The moment Sienna noticed him, her face lit up instantly.I clenched my jaw slightly and curled my fingers into my palms, forcing myself to stay calm. Alessio was not an enemy. If anything, I owed him more gratitude than I could ever properly express. He had protected Sienna. He had protected my children when I could not.Still… that did not stop the uncomfortable feeling rising inside me. Seeing him, Sienna immediately broke into a small run and threw her arms around him tightly. Alessio chuckled softly and hugged her back with the same warmth, placing a light kiss against her hair. Every muscle in my body stiffened instantly.Zayn was d
Once we had finished saying our vows, exchanged the rings, and I had kissed my beautiful, beautiful bride, we walked down the aisle together. Kane and Selena held our hands — one in each of ours — as we walked out of the church and toward the back corridor where the rest of the pack was waiting.Standing in front of them, I took a deep breath. These were my people. The people I had promised to cherish, to protect, and to serve for as long as I lived. I knew I had failed them in some ways. I knew I had not always been the Alpha they deserved. But now… now was the time to set things right.Taking another breath, trying to steady myself, I gently let go of Selena’s hand for a moment and placed my hand behind her back, grounding myself in her presence. She looked up at me with the softest smile, her eyes warm and trusting, as if silently telling me that we could get through this too.That alone gave me enough strength. Clearing my throat, I looked at my pack and began. "Thank you all for
Walking toward the entrance of the church, Cassius and I stopped in front of Everett, who was standing there in a black-and-white tux, a flower pinned to his brooch. Beside him were our kids — Selena on one side and Kane on the other. Kane was dressed in a black suit, similar to his dad, while Selena wore a pretty white frock like me.Stopping in front of them, Cassius turned to look at me. "Dad wants to walk you down the aisle. Is that okay with you?" he asked. I blinked at him, shocked and surprised at the same time. Unable to form proper words, I nodded. Then I nodded again, more firmly this time, and Cassius chuckled softly.Everett extended his hand toward me, and I accepted it, gently placing mine in his. Cassius bent down and placed a kiss on my cheek before stepping away, leaving me with Everett, Kane, and Selena.I did not know where he was going, but if this was the beginning I was going to get, then there was a part of me that still held on to hope. A part of me that refuse
His words stirred something in me. Something that resonated deeply inside me. I did not know what to say but this time, I decided to put my trust in him, because he was all I had. He was all our kids had.I also realised something. I don't remember ever properly introducing him as the father to my kids, as their dad. But eventually, Kane and Selena were smart enough to figure out that Cassius was their dad and not Alessio. The fact that they were so close with Alessio but never called him anything but uncle also stood with me. And I was surprised to realize that so late, rather than realizing it much sooner.Today he was going to announce me as the Luna of the pack, and standing beside him on the stage made me feel all jittery. It made me nostalgic. I remembered that day when I was waiting for him to choose me and he didn't. I know he wouldn't do that now, but every ounce of fear that still lived inside me did not let me think otherwise.Sitting in front of the dressing table, wearing
“Hey!” I tapped his cheeks again. “Alessio.” This time I tapped harder, almost ready to slap him if he didn’t respond. “Alessio! You’re scaring me.” I muttered, leaning over him, trying to shake him awake.
Someone was kissing me. More specifically she was. I smiled without even opening my eyes. Turning onto my side, I faced her keeping my eyes closed and hugged her closer. Her giggles filled my ears and my smile widened even more if possible. “Hey.” She murmured, and I peaked one eye open.“Hey.” I r
I agreed to one day. Just one. It should have felt simple. Instead, it felt like the beginning of an ending. But the joy and relief on Alessio’s face was invaluable. I stood in my bedroom staring at the half-open wardrobe, my fingers hovering over neatly fold
Vineclaw had finally caught up to my neck. Overthinking and Vineclaw.Those were the two things strangling me for the past week. Ever since that dinner in her backyard — the four of us sitting on that mat, Kane la







