LOGINMira could not stop thinking about Greta's words. As she walked through the hallways of the mansion, her mind replayed the conversation over and over again.The certainty in Greta's voice bothered her.She turned another corner, her boots striking sharply against the stone floor.She needed to tell someone she trusted who would listen and take the threat seriously.Her first thought was Jack. Despite everything that had happened recently, despite the argument, despite the hurt feelings, she still trusted him.More than she could admit right now.Unfortunately, she couldn't find him anywhere. She checked the main corridors, the eastern wing, the guard barracks but he wasn't there."Where are you?" she muttered.After another ten minutes of searching, frustration began building inside her. Finally she changed direction.There was one other person she could talk to, even if he would probably annoy her.The training grounds came into view shortly afterward, the sounds of fangs clashing ec
The silence inside Becca's room stretched on after Mira left.Becca remained standing near the window, her arms folded tightly across her chest while Alpha Eugene stood several feet away.Neither of them spoke. For a long moment, they simply stared at one another.There had once been a time when this kind of silence between them had felt comfortable. Now it felt like walking through a field filled with hidden traps.Eugene cleared his throat first, his voice was calmer than he felt."How are you feeling?" He asked. Becca sighed immediately. The question sounded innocent enough but she was already exhausted."Fine" she replied. Eugene frowned."Just fine?""Yes."His eyes narrowed slightly."The healer said you should still be resting" he said."I am resting.""You were walking around" he countered. Becca rolled her eyes."Eugene—""The healer specifically instructed—""I know what the healer instructed" she shot at him.Her interruption instantly irritated him."I was only concerne
The door to Becca's room had barely closed behind Mira when she released a long sigh.The sound echoed softly through the hallway.For a few moments she simply stood there, listening, half expecting shouting to erupt from the room. After everything that had happened recently, it wouldn't have surprised her in the slightest.Mira rubbed her temple."Moon Goddess help those two" she muttered. She began walking down the hallway, her footsteps echoed softly against the polished stone floor.As she walked, her thoughts drifted toward Becca. She hoped her friend would remain calm, she hoped Eugene would remain calm and most importantly she hoped neither of them would say something they couldn't take back.Because despite everything, Mira could still see the love between them.A voice suddenly interrupted her thoughts."Watch where you're going, you oaf."Mira blinked. The rude tone immediately caught her attention.She turned and found herself staring directly at Greta, the former head mai
Becca sat comfortably near the window, wrapped in a light shawl while absently running her fingers along the edge of a book she wasn't actually reading.Her thoughts kept drifting elsewhere. Life had become far more complicated than she ever imagined.A knock sounded at the door but before she could answer, the door opened and Mira stepped inside. The moment she entered, she paused, her eyes narrowed suspiciously.Becca immediately noticed."What?"Mira blinked."What happened?"Becca frowned."What are you talking about?" She asked. Mira slowly approached."You look... normal" she replied. Becca stared at her then laughed.The tension in the room immediately eased and Mira felt herself relax slightly.She sat beside Becca."How are you feeling?" She asked.Becca looked down at her stomach then smiled softly."Better" she replied. Mira reached over and squeezed Becca's hand."I'm glad."Becca smiled."Thank you."Becca looked toward the window. The bright sunlight seemed almost com
The morning had barely settled over Blackwood Mansion before Alpha Eugene found himself buried beneath work.The large desk inside his chambers was covered with reports. He sat behind the desk with one hand pressed against his temple.His eyes burned from lack of sleep. He couldn't even remember when he had last enjoyed a full night's rest.Too much had happened recently but suddenly he shook his head."I'm working" he reminded himself. The last thing he needed was another distraction. He grabbed another report, only for a knock to sound on the door."Come in" he said without looking up.The door opened then a familiar voice followed."I had a feeling I'd find you buried under paperwork."Eugene immediately recognized the speaker and a faint smile appeared despite himself."Head Councilor Hadrian" he greeted.The older wolf entered. Despite his age, there was still a commanding presence about him.Hadrian glanced around the room then laughed."Eugene, what is all this?" He asked as h
Morning arrived quietly over Blackwood Mansion. Golden sunlight spilled across the massive estate, chasing away the darkness that had seemed determined to cling to every corner of the pack for the past several days.Becca slowly opened her eyes. For several moments she simply lay there staring at the ceiling. The events of the previous days weighed heavily on her.Everything felt tangled together in a giant knot that she couldn't seem to undo.She slowly sat up. A slight ache remained in her body from the attack, but it was much better than before.Carefully pushing aside her blanket, Becca stood. Walking slowly, she approached the large window overlooking part of the courtyard.The cool morning air drifted through the partially opened glass. It felt refreshing against her skin.For a few moments she simply enjoyed the view then movement below caught her attention.Her eyes narrowed slightly to a familiar figure who was crossing the courtyard.It was Tyler.Becca immediately straighte
Gasps rippled through the crowd the moment the name Brian was announced. For a heartbeat, no one moved, no one even breathed. The arena, moments ago filled with cheers and chants for Max, fell into a very heavy silence. Eugene froze. His chest locked as his eyes locked on the figure who had steppe
The air in the arena was charged long before the duel was set to begin.A low murmur ran through the crowd like the restless energy of all ranks of wolves alike gathered under the pale morning sun. Dust hung in the air, swirling in beams of light that broke through the open roof. The posters of b
The guards pushed them roughly through the gates, chains rattling, their shoes sounding against the ground.Mira’s voice broke the silence. “How could they just stand there? They all saw what he did!”“Fear,” Becca muttered bitterly. “That’s what Desmond feeds on.”Max growled low in his throat.
The glow of the fire in Eugene’s study flickered against the walls, throwing long shadows over the furniture. Max sat back in the deep leather chair opposite Eugene’s desk, a half-filled glass of red wine between his fingers. His expression was distant, his normally sharp eyes unfocused as if sea







