SerenaReturning to my room after that intense chat with Ashford, I felt like a ship caught in a tempestuous sea. My thoughts were a tangled mess. Damon's hidden truths and the dire state of Goldenridge had left me emotionally battered. However, it was the haunting image of my best friend, Shey, losing her Alpha father, Uncle Craig, that gnawed at my soul. I longed for Shey's presence, desiring to stand by her side and offer solace during what might be the worst storm she would ever face in her life.Right now, all I could do for her was to ask the moon goddess to give her the strength to carry on. Feeling overwhelmed and needing a break from all the chaos in my head, I suddenly decided to go out for a run. I sought comfort in a straightforward jog around the camp. As I ran, the wind blowing through my hair seemed like a determined effort to sweep away the troubles clouding my thoughts. But no matter how fast or long I ran, my concerns clung to me like an unwavering shadow. Neverthele

SerenaBack in Wolf Valley, our meeting went really smoothly. Alexei talked about all the things we needed to deal with at camp – food, problems, and everything else. Everyone seemed focused and paid attention to everything he discussed."That's all for today. Do you have any questions?" he asked more than an hour later. The crowd glanced around and waited for responses. They all smiled and nodded with each other, an indication of the satisfaction they obtained from listening to the leader."If none, I thank everyone for attending this meeting. You can all now go back to your daily tasks. Have a nice day and see you all in our next meeting."The crowd echoed applause and began to disperse, signaling the start of them gathering around the tables to get some food. I couldn't help but smile. This may have been a rogue community, but it functioned like a regular pack. It wasn't perfect, but for those outcasts and homeless wolves with ugly pasts and circumstances, this was already heaven.

SerenaLia chuckled. “Wait, I’m confused. Is this some kind of a joke?”I took a deep breath, my heart pounding in my chest, and my thoughts raced. I knew I had to explain myself, even though I felt an overwhelming sense of guilt for deceiving everyone in Wolf Valley. Still, deep down, I understood it was the right thing to do."No, it's not," I declared, my voice trembling slightly. I could feel my palms becoming moist, and I couldn't help but look down at my fidgeting fingers, a physical manifestation of my inner turmoil.“But why would you do that?” As Lia's disappointed and hurt voice reached my ears, I couldn't help but flinch. Her reaction was precisely what I feared the most – letting down someone I had come to care about deeply. Ollie's quick comforting gesture didn't go unnoticed, and I appreciated his support, even though it couldn't fully alleviate the weight of my confession.My voice quivered as I continued, the words coming out in a rush, “Because…Because I was protectin

MathildeI sat alone in my dimly lit room, feeling a sense of unease that I couldn't shake. Something was off with Damon, and I couldn't quite put my finger on it. It was as if he was hiding something, but I couldn't figure out what it was.I absentmindedly fiddled with the pages of the book on my desk, trying to shake off the feeling. Then, the sound of a gentle knock on my door pulled me from my reverie. I stood up and opened the door to see who it was.An omega stood in the doorway, her eyes filled with urgency. “The Alpha wants to see you, Miss Mathilde. He told me to fetch you in his study.”My brows creased upon hearing that. “Tell him I’m on my way.”The omega took a bow and left. After quickly putting on something decent, I immediately strode through the hallway toward his study.As I stood before the alpha, I couldn't help but feel a mix of anxiety and anticipation. I had been summoned for a reason, and I knew that my words and actions at this moment could have a major impact

SerenaAs we sprinted through the dense woods, the wind whipping past my face, I couldn't help but feel the adrenaline coursing through my veins. The familiar scent of the Blood Rose Pack was getting stronger with every step we took, and memories began to flood my mind, each one a haunting echo of the past.“Are you ready to see him?” a voice echoed inside my head. It was Remus, probably sensing the nerve I was feeling. “I…I don’t know,” I responded with honesty.But who am I kidding? Knowing that ever since I decided to come to this pack again, my heart raced every time I envisioned his reaction upon laying eyes on me after all this time. Would he even recognize me? What if he doesn’t? Am I ready to endure another possible rejection from him?After all, he allowed my sister to pose as me. And despite the explanation provided by Ashford about what really happened, I couldn’t shake the thought of him betraying me.“What about your sister and stepmother? Are you ready to confront them?