Despite the exhaustion that seeped into my bones and the warm trickle of blood staining my clothes, I pressed on. I could feel my energy waning, my body yearning for rest, but the urgency of my escape pushed me forward. Every breath was a battle, my lungs burning with exertion. The pain in my leg and arm radiated with each stride. My surroundings became a blur as I sprinted through the dense forest. The rhythmic pounding of my heartbeat echoed in my ears, driving me to new heights of endurance. Branches whipped against my skin, leaving stinging trails in their wake, but I ignored them. My vision narrowed, and my focus honed on the singular goal of escape. Sweat mixed with blood on my brow, my body trembling with the strain of exertion. Heart pounding in my chest, I cast a qu

When I noticed the sky was getting brighter, I groaned in irritation because it meant it was already dawn. I felt a sense of urgency and a tinge of frustration as time appeared to slip through my fingers. How could the hours have passed so quickly? With a slow exhale, I willed myself to shift back into my human form, the familiar sensation of bones shifting and muscles realigning washing over me. As the fur faded, I stood on two legs once more, feeling the weight of my humanity settle upon me. Though I was no longer in my wolf form, I couldn't shake off the remnants of weariness that clung to my limbs. The physical toll of my escape had taken its toll, leaving me feeling weak and drained. With a determined shake of my head, I pushed aside my frustrations and focused on the task at hand. I hurriedly dressed myself, slipping into my worn-out clothes with practiced ease. My movements were sluggish. Each garment clung to my tired body. “I thought we would heal for a few hours” I gru

It’s been a week, and I've been pouring my energy into fixing up this old cabin, determined to make it more livable. The place had a rustic charm, but I was aiming to spruce it up and bring some life back into its worn-out insides.First things first, I tackled the mess—cleaning off years of cobwebs. Bit by bit, I wiped down surfaces, scrubbed floors, and let some fresh air into the rooms. The kitchen needed a lot of work. I sorted out the cabinets, spruced up the old countertops with a fresh coat of paint, and finally managed to clean most of the stubborn rust stains in the sink. In the living room, I rearranged the furniture to make the most of the space. I paid special attention to the fireplace. After clearing out the ashes, I stacked some wood nearby, to use on chilly nights.The bedroom got a makeover too. I swapped out the old linens for fresh sheets, adding a cozy vibe to the place. I threw in a few personal touches, like a rug and some decorations. I was really busy chopping

Nicholas kissed me in a manner I'd never even imagined being kissed, and it made my entire body burn. When he opened his mouth, I opened mine, allowing his tongue to enter as he genuinely claimed my mouth. His hand gripped my jaw firmly while his lips burned against mine.This was so crazy that I nearly felt like I might have struck my head or something, but I was unable to stop myself. I had no desire to pull out. For just one night, I want to forget about everything. I want to feel him. How does it feel to be in his arms? How to be held by your mate. Let me be selfish and an idiot tonight. I felt a tear escape my eyes as those thoughts lingered in my mind. But the way he took control and kissed me like I was his to kiss made my mind go blank. His hand slid up into my hair, and he growled as he kissed me harder, our tongues sliding together and our lips sealed tight.He withdrew slowly. And when he finally did, I gasped at the unmistakably same raw, blazing intensity in his gaze.

My words trailed off as I saw Nicholas’s gaze turned away from me and in front of him. Then his face lit up, and a smile effortlessly formed on his lips in response to the voice.Smile. He smiled. It was my first time seeing him smile.The cheers and giggles of the pack members reverberated behind me like there was some celebrity that came to the pack. Curious, I turned my attention to the gate. I saw a woman, her beauty captivating with her blonde hair and electric blue eyes, smiling brightly and running in Nicholas's direction. The woman has gentle and soft features. Her face was round with a delicate jawline, adorned by full, rosy cheeks. I watch like they are in slow motion as the woman gets closer to Nicholas. Like I am watching a movie. My heart grew heavy with every passing second for an unknown reason. The cheers and laughter around me faded into the background as I stood there. Watching a woman run towards Nicholas.As soon as the woman was close, she spread her arms and hu