An unexpected twist.

Matheus Thorne, Gamma of the Hallow Pack.

He was dressed in black trousers and a blue long sleeve shirt, with a black suit jacket worn over it and his ginger coloured hair framed his face which carried an aura of authority and a presence that demanded attention.

Matheus had always been rumoured to be a playful yet dangerous Gamma, someone known for his sharp strategic mind.

His brown eyes slowly moved over Aurora’s tattered clothing before settling on her messy blond hair and petite figure, clear signs that she had not been properly cared for.

“Mate,” Matheus purred, his voice warm with delight.

Nyx stirred excitedly within her while Aurora’s heart began to race. Warmth spread through her chest as her wolf finally awakened, the intoxicating scent around her growing stronger.

“You… you’re my mate?” Aurora asked, unable to hide the confusion in her voice. The thought that the Moon Goddess would pair her with someone like him felt almost impossible.

Just the previous day, Aurora had hoped she might be mated to one of the brothers from the Hallow Pack, but she never imagined it would happen so suddenly.

But what if he humiliates me just like Alpha Maverick always does? she wondered, biting her lower lip as she swallowed hard.

“Hey, what’s your name?” he asked with a soft tone that was filled with curiosity.

Aurora swallowed again. “My name is… my name is Aurora,” she mumbled, her words trailing off, and it was not fear of him that made her hesitate, but the fear of saying her last name and being exposed.

After all, the way Maverick had treated Aurora had planted a deep resentment toward powerful wolves in her heart.

“You’re beautiful,” Matheus said softly, making sure she heard him despite the music playing in the background.

Before Aurora could react, he gently took the tray of wine from her hands and walked to a nearby table. After setting it down, he returned to where Aurora still stood frozen, her cheeks warming from the unexpected compliment.

Matheus gently took Aurora’s right hand and lifted it to his lips, placing a soft kiss on it.

“I’m so glad I met you,” he whispered and his words carried a sincerity that made Aurora’s stomach twist with excitement. Butterflies fluttered wildly within her as her cheeks turned crimson. For a brief moment, it felt as though the world around her had fallen silent. The only person she could focus on was the man standing before her. Her mate, who had already showered her with kindness despite meeting her only moments ago.

“Let’s step outside and get some fresh air. In case you don’t know who I am, I’m Matheus Thorne,” he added, his smile revealing a row of bright teeth.

Aurora nodded slowly. She had long heard about him, though she had never seen him before. Aurora ran her tongue across her lips and sniffed softly as Matheus guided her through the crowd.

They had barely taken a few steps when Aurora suddenly felt dizzy. Goosebumps spread across her skin as her heart began to pound and a familiar scent filled the air.

It was stronger. Deeper and more powerful.

“Mate,” Nyx whispered again, but this time her voice sounded tense.

Aurora frowned slightly and leaned closer to Alpha Matheus, trying to see if his scent was the one affecting her so strongly. But to her surprise, it wasn’t.

The scent belonged to someone else.

And it was far more powerful than Matheus’s.

Standing before Aurora was Alpha Orion of the Hallow Pack. He wore grey trousers and a blue floral shirt, while a pair of dark shades rested over his eyes. Tattoos covered his hands, though they were partly hidden as he slid them into his pockets.

Orion was the elder brother of Matheus. Rumors often described him as a playboy, a man who carried himself with careless confidence. He was known to be cold toward anyone he considered beneath his status, and he was also a fierce Alpha.

“You’re… my mate?” he asked, his voice laced with both disgust and irritation.

Aurora swallowed hard and the movement visible in her throat. Her gaze moved from Matheus to Orion and then back to Matheus again, confusion swirling in her eyes.

She felt something pulling her toward Matheus, but still, she could not deny the strange force tugging her toward Orion as well.

“Aurora,” Nyx called faintly, her voice protective, almost as if she were trying to warn her.

“Hey, Aurora,” Matheus said gently, his voice warm as he softly caressed her hand, sensing that something was wrong. “Do you…”

He had not finished speaking when Orion suddenly cut in.

“I can’t be with someone like you. I won’t accept you as my mate,” Orion said coldly.

His words struck Aurora like a blow, shattering the fragile excitement she had felt moments ago.

“Whoa, bro. We’re mated to the same lady?” Matheus asked, his brows lifting in surprise.

Orion rolled his eyes as a quiet “hmmm” left his mouth.

“Well, I don’t need her, so you can have her all to yoursel…”

His words were abruptly cut off when a young, handsome man suddenly rushed toward them.

His name was Dorian of the Hallow Pack, the Beta and the second brother among the three siblings.

Dorian is tall and handsome and was dressed in floral trousers and a matching shirt, his black hair tied neatly into a ponytail. He carried a friendly warmth, but still there was a quiet power about him which hinted at strength and authority. Just by looking into his brown eyes, one could tell he was not someone to be messed with.

“Mate,” Dorian suddenly uttered, slightly out of breath. A bright smile spread across his face as his heart pounded rapidly and his eyes shone with delight.

Aurora who was still trying to process Orion’s words became dumbfounded as she turned her gaze toward Dorian. Strangely, a spark stirred within her as his alluring presence seemed to draw her in. Nyx whimpered with joy, jumping excitedly inside Aurora mind.

She blinked several times and wiped her eyes with the back of her hand, wondering if she was imagining things.

Meanwhile, some individuals in the pack hall had begun to notice the scene. Seeing the three powerful brothers of Hallow Pack surrounding Aurora made a few guests grow suspicious as low whispers started to spread through the crowd while others stared at Aurora with judgmental gazes filled with disdain.

“Could it be that she has offended the three brothers?”

“Of course. Or perhaps they find her presence disturbing.”

“Aurora is such a freak. I just hope Alpha Maverick casts her out of this pack.”

The whispers were quiet at first, but as more people noticed the scene, they gradually grew louder and more intense.

Meanwhile, Aurora remained immobile as she stared at the three brothers in front of her. The previous night, she had wished that one of them would be her mate, but now the Moon Goddess had made all of them her mates.

‘Can life get any more complicated…’

Aurora began to ponder while Matheus, Orion, and Dorian discussed among themselves. She did not pay much attention to their words because she suddenly felt dizzy and weak. Most of all, her heart seemed to be beating loudly in her ears. A strong scent suddenly filled the air as she heard the faint sound of bells, Nyx stirring within her, and her stomach clenched in excitement.

“Aurora, we have another mate!” Nyx’s voice squealed in excitement, and Aurora couldn’t help but nod her head because she could also feel the scent of another mate, and it was much stronger than that of the three brothers.

Could it be that it belongs to an Alpha? And from what pack? Aurora pondered when suddenly Matheus grabbed her wrist, drawing Aurora’s attention back to them.

“I, Matheus Thorne, Gamma of the Hallow Pack, accept you Aurora…”

His words trailed off as he tilted his brows. “What’s your last name?”

Aurora immediately scuffed her feet as she stared at the floor. “Donald,” she mumbled, her words barely above a whisper.

Matheus nodded his head and once more rephrased his words. “I, Matheus Thorne, Gamma of the Hallow Pack, accept you Aurora Donald as my mate.” Matheus stated, his words so audible that the music playing in the background came to an abrupt halt as the entire crowd now stared at Aurora and the three brothers.

“I won’t accept you as my mate, and most certainly not my Luna,” Orion spat fiercely.

“What! Is she mates to Alpha Orion and his brother Matheus?”

“What the hell is going on?”

“Aurora must have caused some trouble.”

Dorian grabbed Aurora’s other wrist and gave it a gentle squeeze. “I don’t know who you are, but since the Moon Goddess has destined me to be your mate, then I, Dorian Thorne, Beta of the Hallow Pack, accept you Aurora Donald as my mate.” Dorian stated, and instantly a loud gasp erupted from the crowd.

But suddenly, Alpha Maverick, with a stern gaze, strode toward Aurora and yanked her wrist free from the brothers. His grip was firm, almost possessive, as his sharp eyes swept over them.

“She’s mine,” he spat, his voice low, cold, and filled with authority.