เข้าสู่ระบบSERAPHINA~~These past five years, I have been training with warriors while studying medicine, yet I wasn’t prepared to hear a public declaration of war. War was normal to our people, but the mere thought of it made me sick to the stomach. “Might have something… everything to do with the fact that we lost the man who loved and adored us in a war.”Kia chimed in within me, and I completely agreed with her. Although Rexton didn’t die in that war six years ago, my Rexton died and never returned home to me. That war was the beginning of suffering and—and Dahlia.“It seems we need to tighten our security and prepare for war as well,” Kieran said to me, his voice low.I nodded, his words falling like a leaden weight between us as my mind drifted back to when injuries similar to the ones the council described were admitted in the Lycan hospital. “This is beyond the werewolves. It’s affecting our people too.” I whispered back to Kieran, my heart racing even faster than my unsettled th
SERAPHINA~~Ethan’s eyes lingered on me for a second longer than his words echoed. Unspoken words glinted in his familiar eyes, but he blinked before I could decide if I wanted to hear them. Then he gasped, “Forgive my manners. “ He gestured to the curvy, dark-haired woman standing a foot behind him. Her eyes were sharp and observant as she stepped closer to Ethan, whose arms snaked around her waist. “Seraphina, I want you to meet my mate, Remi.” Ethan breathed, a small but bright smile on his face. I was stunned to know that Ethan found his mate, but I soon reminded myself that it’s been five years since he let me escape. A lot was bound to have happened.“Remi, this is my sister. Sera.” He concluded the introduction fondly. At first, I convinced myself that he sounded like that because his beloved mate was there with us, but when Remi spoke, I realized I was wrong. “The legendary Seraphina. I have heard so many great things about you.” Remi exclaimed, her eyes sparkling wit
SERAPHINA~~“Is that him?” A young teenage werewolf pulled the older woman's skirt to grab her attention. “Is that really Dr. Nicola?” The older woman, whom I presumed was her mother, nodded, mirroring the girl’s excitement. “Yes, Nora. It’s the best healer our realm has ever had.”I heard them whisper about Dr. Nicola’s achievements, and I realized that I wasn’t the only fan who would do anything to speak to him. Both old and young seek his knowledge, so I didn’t waste any more time. I turned to Kieran, barely containing my excitement. “I’m going to talk to him!”I could have sworn I saw Kieran’s reflection of the sparks in mine as he nodded in approval. “Hurry up before he gets swarmed.”Smoothing my dress, I stepped forward, pushing past my nerves as I subconsciously looked around for Rexton. I felt like a trapped mouse, even though I could feel Kieran’s protective gaze burning into my back. “Hello, Dr. Nicola.” I breathed politely as soon as I was within his earshot. A pai
SERAPHINA~~Rexton’s questions resonated through the room, and for a second, I paused.The handle was cold against my palm, but I held on to it, keeping my back to him and praying he wouldn’t see the way my body trembled under the pressure of the so-called bond.“What mate bond?” I asked, my voice flat and empty. I turned slowly, tilting my head as if he were speaking a language I didn't understand. Yes, I denied the bond… and I would do it again. And again. Rexton growled, a low sound of pure frustration, and took a heavy step toward me. I mirrored him instantly, taking a sharp step back until I was pressed against the wood of the door.“Don’t pretend you can’t feel it, Sera,” Rexton rasped, his eyes searching mine with a desperate, burning intensity. “You know it’s there. It’s screaming. I bet your wolf is pushing against your skin, wanting to get to me.”“Actually, I don’t want that.” Kia retorted, seething into my mind. “And I’m no wolf. I’m a Lycan.” Rather than share Kia’s
SERAPHINA~~Th-the world… M-my world had gone silent. The music, the clinking of glasses, and the hum of hundreds of voices had faded. It all vanished, replaced by a rhythmic, heavy thrumming in my ears that matched the frantic beating of my heart.It’s t-the m-mate bo-bond…It was screaming, but at the same time, it was a whisper, as if demanding and soothing simultaneously.It felt raw, slamming into my soul the second Rexton blocked my path. My wolf, who had been pacing just because Rexton was near, let out a confused yet clarity-induced, painful whine. “How?” I thought to my Lycan, my breath hitching as I stared into the eyes of the man who had cast me aside like trash. “How could he possibly be our mate?” “The moon goddess must have a sick sense of humor,” Kia grunted, holding on to her rage even though we could both feel the bond trying relentlessly to make me melt before this man. This is the same man who tried to kill me. H-how could I possibly be his mate? And why no
ALPHA REXTON~~“This is awesome.” Dahlia whisper-yelled to me as we stepped into the party, her excitement rolling off her. Her face brightened up with every step we took deeper into the sea of desperate Alphas and Lunas. It’s our first outing together in years, so I understand her happiness. To her, this is a debut. Her one chance to show the world she is the woman beside the most feared Alpha in the territories. But to me, it is just another room full of people who would stab me in the back if I gave them a reason to think I was weak.“It should be,” I answered, feigning interest just to keep her happy. The effect of my entrance was instant.The music didn’t stop, but the laughter died down to a nervous hum. I saw Alphas pull their mates closer, their eyes darting to the floor as I passed. I had spent five years subduing packs and crushing rebellions; therefore, I had created fear in all their minds. “Alpha Rexton!” A portly Alpha from a minor pack scurried toward us, his







