LOGINMARGARET "Argh!" I yelled, throwing the tenth glass across the room. The floor was a disaster. The maids stood back, begging me to stop smashing my mother’s old China, but I didn't care."Please, my lady, you need to calm down," Ashley pleaded. She was my nanny and maid, but I ignored her. I grabbed another cup and hurled it at the wall. If my mother were alive to see this, I’d be in massive trouble, but right now, I couldn't bring myself to give a damn. Especially after the depressing news I just saw.The shattered tea set was scattered across the rug. I didn't stop until the tenth glass hit the far wall, joining the rest of the mother’s collection in a heap of broken shards."My lady, please," Ashley whispered again, her hands hovering near her face like she was afraid to step into the debris. "I know it hurts, but please, you need to calm down."I didn't look at her. I reached for my phone on the vanity. The screen was still lit up with the headline that had set me off: ALPHA LAZ
ALLISON“Have you heard?”“Heard what?”I stopped dead in my tracks, the dry grass crunching softly under my sandals. Usually, I’d just keep walking, but the way Chloe and Amanda were huddled together near the rosebushes made me pause. If there was one thing I've come to understand in this pack, is that the maids knew the truth long before the elders did.I stepped behind a huge stone pillar, my breath hitching as I leaned back to eavesdrop on them. “The Alpha King,” Chloe whispered, leaning in so close her head almost touched Amanda’s. “He’s getting married. In a few weeks, they say.”My fingers dug into the rough bark of the tree beside me. Everything went blurry for a second. I looked down, the sun hitting the pavement so hard it made my head throb.The Alpha King? Which Alpha?I didn’t move. I didn't even breathe. I held my breath, waiting for the one name I didn't want to hear.“What are you talking about?” Amanda asked in a stern voice, sounding completely lost.“I’m s
LAZAR “Alpha, the former Alpha is here to see…”“Tell him to get lost. I don't want to be disturbed.” I didn't let Marcus finish his words.“Okay. I'll send him away.” Marcus bowed slightly. Just as he turned around to leave, I heard footsteps approaching. I didn't need a soothsayer to tell me who it was. I didn't want to stare at him. Instead I concentrated on the parchment before me.“I'm sorry, Alpha. I tried to tell him that you didn't want to be disturbed, but he's adamant.” The guards quickly apologised and I waved them off. Of course it'll be hard for them to stop someone like King Darius from coming into the Pack, especially one he believes belongs to him.“What am I, Lazar, a prisoner?” He was winded, his voice thick with that forced authority that always smelled like desperation. “How dare you instruct those stupid guards not to let me in?”I stayed focused on the ink, watching it dry from a glossy black to a dull charcoal. I finished the last loop of my signature."I di
ALLISON “You fool!”“You're nothing but a curse! A murderer. You killed your mother.”“You should have died in place of your mother.”“I hate you. I wish you were never born.”“You are worthless. You don't deserve to be my child. I hate you.”“Your mother shouldn't have given up her life for you.”As I sat before my father and grandmother, those words replayed in my head. Those were some of the mean words they'd said while I was still with them. They never failed to remind me that I was the reason behind my mother's death.And all I could say was they were right. My mother would have been alive if she didn't give up her life for me.“If you have nothing to say, just leave.” My grandmother spoke up. She'd been glaring at me ever since I showed up here. I'm afraid I'd be dead by now if looks could kill.Taking a deep breath, I started. “How have you been, grandma….”“Do I look fine to you?” She snapped. “Answer me you worthless child. Do I look fine to you? You teamed up with those ass
ALLISON “Lazar?” I called as soon as I walked into his study. The Alpha King left not long ago. Up till now, no one knows why he was in the Pack today of all days. The walls of the throne hall are soundproof, therefore none of the servants could hear the King's conversation with Lazar.As for me, I rushed here as soon as the King left. Thankfully, we didn't see each other. I wonder what he'd have done if he'd seen me.He raised his head from his phone and stared at me, his face beaming with a smile. “Sweetheart.” He gestured for me and of course, as if my legs have a mind of their own, they led me towards his direction. As usual, he had me sit on his lap. He folded his arms around me, leaning his chin comfortably against my hair. “I'm sorry I’ve been so distant these days. We haven't been able to spend much time together like we used to," he murmured. My lips curved into a smile. I thought I was the only one who had noticed it. Thankfully he noticed too. “It's fine, my Alpha. It is
ALLISON “How are you feeling today, my Luna?” Lila asked as she made her way into my room. It's been two days since Margaret was banished from the Pack and honestly, it's been the best time of my life. There is no reason for me to walk around with fear anymore. My greatest obstacle has been removed. But deep down, I can’t help but feel like danger is lurking around the corner. From what I've gathered, Margaret is a persistent lady and she isn't one to back down easily. “Relax, Allison.” I chided myself. I'm very sure that Alpha Lazar will not let any harm come to me. Suddenly realizing that Lila was still waiting for me, I turned to face her. “I am doing great, Lila. What about you?”“I'm fine too. The ball will be starting soon.” She answered. “We need to get ready to leave, else we won't be able to get a seat at the front.”Lila told me about a ball that's happening in the next Pack and of course, I expressed my interest. I'd love to get to know everything about werewolves and
MARGARET “What's going on, my child? Why is there so much luggage?” My father inquired as soon as he saw our maids bringing out my bags from the car. “Are you moving back in or out? Tell me, I'm confused.”“Alpha Lazar banished me from ever entering the Pack House.” I said with an eye roll.I watc
MARGARET I didn't want to tell my father about Allison earlier because I thought I had things under control, but now I have no choice. I'll tell him everything. I'll tell him how Lazar sent me to the dungeon, how he made me work the mines like some slave and how he banned me from ever entering th
LAZAR “Where is my mate?” I inquired from Colt as soon as I got to the Pack House. My mate wasn't in our room, neither was she in the library. In fact, she was nowhere to be found. I couldn't trace her scent to where she was. But I didn't panic because I knew she was still in the Pack. “Isn't she
MARGARET “Please, I'm not feeling too well, my…my Lady. Let me take the day off. I promise, I'll…. I'll continue from where I stopped ” Allison pleaded for the umpteenth time but as usual I just scoffed.“You fool. How can you be so weak?” I spat. “I didn't even let you work the mines for long, ye







