Elio Although it was difficult to accept, it was the only plausible explanation. She was my mate. My little wolf was my mate. I had to leave this place. This wasn’t part of my plan for today, but I needed something to distract myself from thinking about her. I retrieved my second phone from the bedside drawer and switched it on, finding several messages waiting for me. Among them, one caught my attention. It seemed like the perfect opportunity—a chance to track down a rogue individual who had taken the life of their future luna. The payment was acceptable, but more importantly, it provided the distraction I needed. Without hesitation, I sent my demands and assured them that I could carry out the task today. They agreed, so now all that was left was to wait for the funds to transfer over. “Marquis, watch over Kara today and make sure she doesn’t leave his sight,” I said as I gathered my belongings, still bothered by her lingering scent. My wolf urged me to go after her, but I knew t

Elio, I stood under the cascading water, feeling the steam rise around me, as I fervently tried to wash away the acrid stench of smoke and the lingering scent of burning flesh. The faint remnants of charred particles clung to my skin, taunting me with their reminders. My demon side was contented, at least, but my wolf still wasn’t happy about not going to see Kara. I let the powerful jets of scalding, steamy water soothe me. Nothing compared to a good hot shower for clearing the mind. I stayed there longer than I needed to. Here, there were no time demands, no stress, no need to chase anyone - just pure relaxation. There was a niggle in the back of my mind … those silver bullets there had been causing havoc in Darkpaw Junction. I had heard people mentioning them as I headed back to my car. Selling weapons was another speciality of mine. I had everything anyone could ever dream of. It’s why no pack dared to challenge me. There was only one thing I knew I wasn’t responsible for … tho

Elio I wake early the next day, having slept better than I have in years. Sunshine and roses fill my senses as I look down, seeing my body wrapped up in hers. Fuck, when did I get under the covers? My morning wood is throbbing as it digs into her stomach; she wriggles and I groan, feeling tingles travel over my skin where she touches me. I need to get out of here. I don’t know how she will feel if she wakes up with me here. Besides, I need to explain why she is now back in her room. I had her room swept after she insisted on getting her things, but my men couldn’t find anything other than clothes. I try to peel myself out of her hold, but she just nestles in closer, her body brushing my dick, and it feels far better than I could have imagined. Fuck. She really must be my mate. It’s just I don’t deserve her; she has been through so much too much. She needs someone kind, gentle to take care of her. All I will bring her is more of the same. Pain. Right then and there, I decide to mak

Elio I made my way to the dining hall, feeling restless as the hours ticked by. I headed to the dining hall, my wolf restless as the hours ticked by. Naomi wanted her dinner, and I wanted to avoid … her. Every time I considered giving in to her, the memories I had watched in her dreams haunted me, reminding me I couldn’t be with her. I opened the door seeing the extravagantly decorated room, adorned with blue silk and wild flowers. The scent made my nose itch. The only flower I had ever loved was roses, but even they were now spoiled for me. I entered the room, my aura emanating as I looked around, wondering where she was. Suddenly, I heard the sound of heels clacking, and slowly turned, remembering just how stunning my little wolf looked when she walked in. Temporarily, I held onto the hope that it was really her. Naomi stood there, dressed provocatively, in a red robe adorned with black lace trim. The colour seamlessly matched her lipstick as she elegantly approached me. Is she a

Elio As I reluctantly kissed Naomi, a nauseating wave of sickness engulfed me. Her lips tasted like ash, leaving a bitter aftertaste and a sense of emptiness. Every fibre of my being screamed at me to push her away and chase after Kara, but doing so would mean breaking my promise to Kara. I didn’t want to hurt her, but it seemed that I had done so regardless. As Naomi’s hands ventured towards my dick, I snapped. I couldn't bear to keep up this act any further. I vigorously pushed her away, the impact sending her body hurtling across the room, while I gasped for air. In that moment, I realised that no matter how hard I tried, I could never desire anyone as much as I did my little wolf, my mate. I ran my hand down my face, feeling the weight of the situation. I heard Naomi shuffling to her feet, clearly angry, and I couldn’t blame her. Nevertheless, I was done with her. “Elio, what the hell?” she cried, brushing off the food and broken dishes from her body. I didn’t care about the mess