MasukAthenaWhen I opened my eyes, I found myself lying in a hospital bed back in the kingdom. For a moment, I simply stared at the white ceiling above me, trying to make sense of where I was.I slowly turned my head and looked around the room, Talia was sitting beside my bed. The moment she noticed my eyes were open, she jumped up from her chair and rushed toward me."Athena, you are awake," she said excitedly. I gave her a small nod and carefully pushed myself into a sitting position.Immediately, my eyes dropped to my injured leg, it was wrapped neatly in bandages. Slowly, I lifted it, I expected a sharp pain to shoot through me, but nothing happened.Confused, I moved it again, still nothing, my frown deepened. I reached up and touched the injury on my head. The wound had been bandaged as well, but just like my leg, it didn't hurt anymore.My fingers moved across my body. There were still bruises and cuts scattered over my skin, evidence of everything I had endured, yet I couldn't fee
AthenaFinally, my day of reckoning had come. Slowly, I lifted my head and met the cold, unforgiving stares of General Lena and the warriors of the Crescent Moon Pack standing around the pit.With a simple wave of her hand, she ordered her warriors to bring me out. They showed no mercy as they dragged me out of the hole. Every movement sent sharp waves of pain through my battered body. When I reached the surface, they tossed me onto the ground as if I were nothing more than a sack of potatoes, a cry of pain escaped my lips.General Lena began walking toward me, her boots crunching against the dirt. She stopped in front of me and slowly crouched down."Athena," she said, her voice low and dangerous. She reached out and grabbed a fistful of my hair, yanking my head back painfully. "A traitor, a thief, a slut."Her eyes burned with fury as she stared at me. "You betrayed me because you wanted your sister's mate for yourself. You have been sleeping with him and plotting to take him away
AthenaThe impact was brutal. A deafening crash echoed through the forest as the truck lurched violently to the side. I was thrown from my seat, my body slamming against the metal interior. Around me, everyone screamed as the vehicle rocked dangerously. The sound of metal scraping against metal filled the air.Then came the sound of shattering glass, the windows exploded inward, sending sharp fragments flying everywhere.Before we could even process what was happening, another vehicle suddenly appeared behind us. None of us had seen it coming, it rammed into the truck with tremendous force, the driver lost control immediately.The truck swerved off the road and plunged into the forest. Branches snapped and trees crashed around us as the vehicle tore through the woods. The driver desperately tried to regain control, but it was impossible. The truck barreled forward, knocking down small trees and crushing bushes in its path. Some of us were crying while others were praying.Then the tr
Athena“Do you have any idea why the Head of Supervisors is asking to see us at this time?” Talia asked as we walked side by side toward her office.I shook my head. “I have no idea. You know I am still completely new to this,” I replied.Just as Azrael had promised, I had been promoted to the position of supervisor. It was still a low-ranking position compared to many others in the palace, but it came with benefits that I could not ignore. For the first time, I would actually be paid for my work, even if it was only a small stipend.It was still much better than the situation of the maids. Most of them worked from sunrise until late into the night. They cleaned, cooked, carried out errands, and attended to everyone's needs without complaint. Yet their compensation was nothing more than food, clothing, and the protection the kingdom provided.The more I thought about it, the more unfair it felt. They worked harder than most people in the kingdom, yet they were treated little better th
AthenaI was completely drained, ever part of my body felt heavy, and I didn't have the strength to move a single muscle.Azrael helped me into the bathroom and bathed me himself. His touch was gentle and careful as he washed me, treating me with the same tenderness someone would show a newborn baby. There was no impatience in his movements, only concern.When he was done, he dried me with a clean towel, making sure not to miss a spot. Afterward, he lifted me into his arms and carried me back to the bedroom.He carefully set me down on the edge of his bed and brushed away a few tangled strands of hair that had fallen across my face."I have exhausted you, you need much rest," he said softly as he continued smoothing my hair. "You can sleep for as long as you want. I will instruct the guards not to allow anyone in here, not even my mom. I have a meeting in ten minutes, and I will be back late in the evening."I simply nodded. Talking felt like too much effort, Azrael walked to his clos
AzraelAzrael’s mouth found mine again, the kiss wasn’t gentle, it was a claim, a statement, teeth grazing my lower lip before his tongue swept inside and erased every thought I’d been holding.My hands found his hair, that impossible softness my fingers had been hungry, I dug in, nails scraping his scalp, and the sound he made, a rough, throaty groan that vibrated against my mouth sent a pulse straight between my thighs.Then the floor disappeared, he lifted me like I weighed nothing. One arm banded around my waist, the other splayed across my back, and suddenly the wall was against my spine again in a split second. His body caged mine, hips pinning me in place, and I could feel him, all of him hard against my stomach.“Azrael,” I breathed, but it came out hoarse, half-swallowed by his mouth.His hands didn’t stop moving around my body, down my throat, Palms skating over my collarbones, thumbs tracing the neckline of my dress. Then lower, cupping my breasts through the fabric, squee
Athena“Who told you that?” the king asked, a frown settling on his face.I looked at him. “Does it matter who told me, or does the fact that it's true matter more?” I asked.I hated that I had to do this, but I didn't see another way. If I wanted to remain in this pack until I decided it was time
Athena“What do you want, my not-so-dearest evil twin?” I asked.A tight smile appeared on Aurora's face, but it didn't reach her eyes. “Sit down. Let's talk,” she said, gesturing toward a couch nearby.I folded my arms across my chest and remained where I was. “You do not order me. If you have som
AthenaIt had been more than three days since the challenge, and I had barely stepped outside my room.The apartment had become my entire world. Most of the time, I stayed locked away with my thoughts, staring at the walls or lying on my bed for hours. The only times I left the room were when I was
Azreal“Your sister has been in this hospital for two days, and you are only just coming to see her?” Mom shouted the moment Gabriel and I stepped into the room.I stopped by the door for a second before walking further inside. The atmosphere in the room was already tense. Raven lay asleep on the h







