Shivering, I still tried to cover my swelling cheeks. Everyone looked at the Alpha and his now supposed-to-be mate on the floor as he tended to her in front of the entire pack. I sucked in a breath before turning towards everyone, their eyes were all over them. A lump formed in my throat which I tried to swallow down, together with the tears that were threatening to fall.No, it can’t just be like this. Why is he with her? He’s mine! I’m the one he loves!My breath was getting ragged as I turned towards the pack warriors. “What are you guys doing? Pull the Alpha away from her!” I growled at nobody but everyone in the room. Everyone looked at me hesitantly before turning their eyes back to Alpha Logan and his mate, and yet no one dared to move.They were too afraid to mess with the Alpha’s current state. He looks like he’s ready to rip everyone to shred once they get close enough.“Can’t you see? He’s bewitched! This-this woman has done something to him!” I shouted once more, pointing

“Logan! Let her go!” Vincent’s voice was starting to get blurry. I hold onto Logan’s large hand wrapped onto my neck. I was starting to lose my breath and black dots were starting to appear in my vision.“Whoever dares to lay a hand on her deserves nothing but death!” He growled loudly. I close my eyes as another tear fell. This time, it wasn’t due to the fact that I’m being strangled to death, but to the words that pierced my heart more than anything that could hurt right now.He’s really going to kill me.Is this the fate I was destined to? Nothing special but death? I once found solace in the belief that love comes in different forms, and perhaps my purpose lies elsewhere, away from the constraint of a love that wasn’t mine to begin with.But seeing this now, I guess there was no actual hope of me being really happy. I shut my eyes tight, as a lone tear fell, the final breath leaving my lungs. Everything feels heavy despite myself being away from the restraint of the ground.Vin

“This is stupid.” I begrudgingly followed behind my husband as we walked out of the pack house and into the woods. We passed by the training area where pack warriors were having duels and improvising their combat skills.They all waved at me and the sour emotions plastered on my face instantly vanished at the sight of them. They respected me and they’re eager to show it.“Be good!” I yelled which they returned with a wide grin, nodding. I flashed them a smile before moving along. “Logan!” I shouted at him. His steps were fast and his height didn’t help.“Where are you going? We need to talk.” I demanded. Grumbling behind him as we walked deeper into the woods. Autumn leaves crushed under my steps, the only sound heard between us. Logan stays silent while I try to gather my thoughts.Why did he even agree? I was already the Luna, I have gone through that game before. I just can’t find another acceptable reason to go through that again just so I could prove my worth. “Logan!” I called.

“It must be true . . .” “What is?” “You weren’t at Gamma George’s wedding? They were caught kissing behind the curtains!” “Then that must mean she really is the Alpha’s mate!” Everyone’s gaze was on the two who walked the aisle. Jane was clinging onto Logan’s arm with a confident smile on her face as he led them to where I was standing. All the attention they had for a few seconds was instantly over as the audience turned to me. Their eyes felt like they were scanning machines, analyzing — criticizing how I would react.It was the same gaze I had in George’s wedding, that gaze that was neither pity or belittling but scrutiny that could not be labeled bad or good. As if I was under the chain of their approval, waiting to cave in the traps that were being laid out for me.Yet, upon looking down, my eyes met his. The panic from the critical stares of the crowd subsided when I met his Teal gaze.I thought I would be angry now that I’m finally seeing him cave in on their precious mate

“This Game tests not only physical strength, but also cunning, resourcefulness, and the ability to connect with the lunar energy that flows through our veins.” The crowd murmurs to themselves in anticipation as the Elder unceiled a magnificent tapestry depicting the history of the Luna Game.It reveals the ancient tale of how the first Luna emerged, chosen by the Moon Goddess herself.“To find the rightful Luna, as the Goddess herself did. The challengers must venture into the Moonlit Forest and search for the Moonstone, a symbol of the Moon Goddess’ blessing.” The speaking elder pointed to a hidden passage, leading to the Moonlit Forest. I swallowed the lump in my throat, peering at the tapestry with a large map on it. We both stood side by side at the entrance. Two large tower stones stood side by side. On the inside, large trees parted, carving a path for what lies inside the forest. I glanced at Jane who now looked determined. I scoff. Did Logan’s gaze suddenly calm her? She lo