Elowen's POV And Ranon, on my right, his hand laced tightly with mine, his golden gaze fixed on me like he couldn’t quite believe I was real, that this dream had truly materialized. His intensity was palpable, his silent adoration a profound weight. For a while, none of us spoke. The only sounds were the gentle, rhythmic lapping of the water against the shore below, the soft crackle of the dying fire inside the lodge, and the whisper of the wind through the pines. The moon, a silent witness, hung high overhead, casting a silver sheen over everything. It was a perfect, timeless moment of shared peace. Finally, Alaric broke the profound silence, his thumb brushing lightly over the back of my hand, a tender gesture that sent shivers through me. “This baby, Luna,” he said quietly, his voice a low, heartfelt rumble. “This family we’re building—it’s more than I ever let myself hope for. More than I ever dared to dream.” There was a raw vulnerability in his tone that pierced my hear
Elowen's POV It felt… different. Quieter somehow than our usual, bustling pack life, a serene shift in pace. But not heavy—no, it felt deliberate. Thoughtful. As if every detail had been meticulously planned, carefully orchestrated. Like they’d been planning this serene escape since the very second they first felt the tiny, undeniable heartbeat of the pup growing inside me, a celebration of new life. We drove for hours, the familiar landscape of the city gradually giving way to the majestic expanse of towering mountains and dense, ancient forests, their treelines a silver-dusted blur against the twilight sky. The air grew cooler, crisper, carrying the scent of pine and damp earth. The winding roads were devoid of other traffic, as if the world itself had cleared a path just for us. At some point, lulled by the gentle hum of the engine and the rhythmic breathing of my mates, I must’ve dozed off, my head nestled against Theron’s shoulder, his fingers idly stroking my hair. Becaus
Elowen’s POV The morning after the pack announcement still felt like a dream, an ethereal layer draped over the solid reality of our lives. The weight of their adoration, the thunderous roar of the pack’s acceptance, the profound realization of the life growing within me—it all combined into a heady, intoxicating feeling that lingered like a sweet perfume. When I woke, stirring from a deep, peaceful sleep, I found myself alone in the great, soft bed for the first time in weeks—a fleeting moment of solitude, though not for long. The scent of them—Ranon’s raw earthiness, Alaric’s clean, brisk scent of pine, Theron’s subtle, spicy allure—still clung to the sheets, a comforting reminder of their recent presence. Within moments, as if summoned by my waking, the door creaked open softly, and Alaric slipped inside, moving with his characteristic quiet grace. He carried a silver tray, laden with a steaming teapot, delicate porcelain cups, and an array of glistening fresh fruit. His eyes
Elowen's POV Every single one of them. Warriors, hardened by battles, bowed their heads in silent reverence, their hands fisted over their hearts in a gesture of absolute loyalty. The elders, their faces etched with ancient wisdom, even pressed their foreheads to the cold stone ground, murmuring blessings to the Moon Goddess as her name, full of respect and awe, rippled through the air from a thousand throats. The pack, as one, acknowledged their Luna and the precious life she carried. My chest tightened, a profound ache blooming in my throat with sudden, overwhelming emotion. Tears, hot and silent, welled in my eyes, threatening to spill. This was not just acceptance; it was worship, a deep, primal respect. Alaric’s hand tightened on mine, his fingers intertwining with mine, a subtle reassurance. “You’re shaking, Elowen,” he murmured, leaning just close enough for only me to hear, his voice a low, tender rumble against my ear. “Are you alright, Luna?” “I…” My voice wavered,
Elowen’s POV The next evening, as the sun began its majestic descent, the sky over the pack grounds burned with a riot of gold and crimson, painting the clouds in fiery streaks. It was a perfect, dramatic sunset, spilling its vibrant hues over the vast, expectant crowd that gathered below the great stone terrace of the Alpha’s mansion. I stood in the deep shadows of the elegant terrace, my heart pounding a frantic rhythm against my ribs, watching as more and more wolves—warriors with their stern, loyal faces, gentle healers, wise elders with their stoic gazes, even boisterous pups clinging to their parents’ legs—filed into the vast, open square. The air thrummed with their collective presence, a low murmur of curiosity floating up to us like smoke from a distant fire: "Why did they summon everyone so suddenly?" "Is it another challenge? Has an enemy dared to show their face?" "Where’s the Luna? Is she alright? We haven't seen her in days." I swallowed hard, a lump forming
Elowen’s POV The morning came softly, painting the world in hues of rose and pearl. Warmth was the first thing that registered, a deep, pervasive heat that had nothing to do with the fire — long dead now, its embers merely a faint, comforting glow in the hearth. This warmth stemmed from them, from the three powerful beings who had woven themselves inextricably into the very fabric of my existence. I was utterly cocooned in a glorious tangle of limbs, a symphony of heat, and the steady, reassuring rhythm of three strong heartbeats. Alaric’s heavy arm was draped possessively over my hips, anchoring me, his head buried in the crook of my neck, his breath warm and steady against my skin. Ranon lay behind me, his solid chest pressed flush against my back, providing an impenetrable shield, his hand resting with a tender reverence over the gentle swell of my belly even in sleep, as if guarding a precious treasure. And Theron… Theron was curled at my feet, his elegant body a warm, comforti