The sun hadn’t fully risen yet, but everyone was already busy loading their bags on the car. I stood on the porch, my fingers fidgeting, watching Ronan check the car again while muttering to himself.
“What the actual HELL are you bringing?!” Jace’s voice sliced through the morning peace like a chainsaw. I turned my head just in time to see him standing in front of a mountain of luggage, his eyes bulging. He pointed accusingly at Celina, who stood with her arms crossed beside her three enormous suitcases, looking vaguely proud of her monstrous packing. Celina blinked at him, momentarily stunned by the outburst. Then her eyes narrowed like a predator locking onto its prey. “Did you just raise your voice at me you idiot?!” she yelled back, stepping forward like she was about to deliver divine punishment. “I—I mean—do you really need all this stuff?” Jace stammered, backing up. “We’re not migrating. We can come bThe sun hadn’t fully risen yet, but everyone was already busy loading their bags on the car. I stood on the porch, my fingers fidgeting, watching Ronan check the car again while muttering to himself. “What the actual HELL are you bringing?!” Jace’s voice sliced through the morning peace like a chainsaw. I turned my head just in time to see him standing in front of a mountain of luggage, his eyes bulging. He pointed accusingly at Celina, who stood with her arms crossed beside her three enormous suitcases, looking vaguely proud of her monstrous packing. Celina blinked at him, momentarily stunned by the outburst. Then her eyes narrowed like a predator locking onto its prey. “Did you just raise your voice at me you idiot?!” she yelled back, stepping forward like she was about to deliver divine punishment. “I—I mean—do you really need all this stuff?” Jace stammered, backing up. “We’re not migrating. We can come b
The first person who stepped out was a tall man, he was broad-shouldered, striking, and every bit the embodiment of dominance. He moved like he owned the land beneath his feet, his posture oozing with confidence and boldness that instantly commanded the attention of the entire pack. Even without saying a word, his presence was enough to hush the crowd.Then came the second man who stepped out.He was sharp. Cold. And when he eyes you it felt like it screamed danger.His gaze alone was enough to pin anyone in place. The way his eyes swept through the crowd made it feel like he was slicing through layers of flesh, dissecting every weakness you tried to hide. And when his eyes briefly locked with mine, it was like time paused. I shivered. It was just a second, but enough to feel completely exposed.No wonder Alpha Grey had warned everyone to behave themselves. Offending people like these… was basically suicide. We were already swallowing our pride by calling the council for help on some
(Gabriel’s POV)So much had changed. Too much, honestly. Sometimes it still felt like I was waking up from a dream and stepping into a completely different world. Especially after Ivy was gone. I never imagined things would spiral like this. One second we were teenagers living in that small bubble of pack life. And then in what felt like a blink of an eye, everything cracked open and we’re suddenly plunged into an entirely different world. And to make matters worse, we found out that it was Connor’s father who was the traitor all along. I still couldn’t wrap my head around it. All this time, he had been smiling at our Alpha, eating at the same table, standing guard at the borders. And he was the one who let the enemies in years ago! Out of jealousy. Out of hatred. Because Alpha Grey had everything he didn’t. It was stupid! He was stupid! How can he do that to us?! Ivy’s parents. Our beloved Luna and many other innocent lives were taken because of his betrayal!We found out the tru
I closed my eyes and leaned back against the headboard, trying to drown out the muffled voices just outside my bedroom door. Again. They’d been pacing, whispering, and arguing for the past fifteen minutes. I couldn’t hear everything, but I didn’t need to. I already knew what it was about. Me. "Maybe you should talk to her." "She probably needs space." "Are you sure she's ready to go back?" I let out a soft, tired sigh, the kind that came from deep in your chest. I was done listening to them walk on eggshells around me. I was tired of being the center of their concern, like I was some fragile glass that could shatter any second. Maybe I am, but that was before. I’ve rebuilt myself—piece by piece, scar by scar—and while I’m not perfect, I can perfectly stand on my own now. I’m no longer the same girl they once had to protect.They don't need to keep things from me anymore, or treat me like a child. I'm an adult and I can take adult responsibilities!I threw the blanket off m
I walked towards him, watching him wipe the sweat off his face. “Is there anything I can do for you?” He asked. “No it’s just I…” “Hmm?” He raised a brow at me. Why can’t I say anything? Damn it! I’m looking like a complete fool out here. “I just… I…I wanted to thank you!” It came loudly than expected which took him a back from the way he gawked at me. “For yesterday, I mean…You saved me. Thank you.” He didn’t say anything at first. He just looked down at the ground before nodding. “No need to thank me. I just did what anyone else would’ve done at that moment.” "Still," I said, my voice quieter, "thank you." His gaze finally met mine again. It was softer now, gentler. “Are you okay?" I nodded with a sheepish smile. "Yeah. The pack doctor tended to me last night.” “Good. I was worried.” He was? I stood in silence for a beat. I let out a slow breath and then when my eyes were busy scanning him. I noticed it, his upper shoulder had a little scratch on it.
I woke up to the sound of voices going around outside the pack house. And it’s not the kind of sound that I usually woke up to. Something was off. I could feel it before I even left my room. As I padded down the stares barefoot, the voices got louder. People whispered in corners, others paced quietly with worry written across their faces. A few warriors even huddled by the window, they were tense and alert. In fact, everywhere I looked, people seem distracted. What the hell was going on? I turned the corner and spotted Celine near the foyer, talking to someone. She caught sight of me and immediately rushed over to where I was standing. "Hey, there you are," she said, grabbing my arm and gently tugging me to the side. “Are you okay now? Is your body still sore?” “I’m fine, the medicine last night helped,” I replied, scanning the room. “What’s happening? Everyone looks distressed.” Celine sighed, her expression dropping as she massaged her forehead. "The elders are in the counc