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EdelineI backed away slowly, following my dad's silent cue, and made my way around the pack house, staying out of sight. Once inside, I changed back into my human form. I grabbed a robe from the mudroom, left there for those who came home from a run without clothes, to avoid any awkwardness.I hurried up to my room, still in a state of shock that left me numb and unable to process my emotions. I needed to see them, to figure things out.Yeah, I’ll go see both of them. It’s just a gut feeling.What just happened back there? I’m so confused. My friend seems really worked up about his brother and me—almost like he’s jealous. Is there anyone I can truly call a friend? He should know better. We’ve been close since we were kids, always reaching out when we’re down, embracing each other, being there for one another.Percival has become more than just my best friend’s brother. He’s my buddy now. My wolf gets extra protective when it comes to guys who aren’t family getting too close to me. It

EdelineNixx was close with Percival, so this was going to be a bit tricky.I watched my dad strolling along the curve of the dusty road, the last hints of daylight casting long shadows. As I spun around and headed toward the front door, it swung open just in time to reveal Tatiana. Her puffy eyes and weary expression said it all. She gave me a piercing look with those brown eyes, and a low growl rumbled deep within me as our gazes locked.My skin prickled under the intensity of her stare. Her eyes were swollen from crying, and she seemed ready to explode with frustration as she took me in. “Hey, keep your distance from Percival, okay?” she snapped in a hushed tone, her voice dripping with challenge.A growl bubbled up from my chest, my wolf bristling at her defiance. I reined it in, forcing myself to stay calm. I smirked, the urge to assert my dominance over this older she-wolf burning in my chest. I was destined to be the future Luna, and she certainly wasn’t part of that plan.“Wh

EdelineI studied his features, my heart pounding. His defined jawline and prominent cheekbones were mesmerizing. He was quite the masterpiece. Why did it have to be him, though?With a determined nod, I decided to be honest with him. The connection between us tugged at my heart, unseen threads pulling us closer. "Yeah, same here. I've had a thing for you for ages, but I could never bring myself to confess."His smile was radiant, making my heart skip a beat and race all at once. His big grin reflected pure happiness, free of any hint of danger.Suddenly, tingles shot through my hand, spreading up my body and settling deep within me. I took a deep breath, feeling the intensity of his gaze. His eyes were dilated, mirroring my own sensations.We couldn't help but give in to our reactions. We were just drawn to each other, an undeniable force pulling us together. He let out a low growl from his chest, a sound filled with longing and desire, directed solely at me.Out of nowhere, Percival

EdelineI squinted at the clock on my nightstand—10 a.m. already. My brother, Nixx, would be arriving around noon. We were throwing a party to celebrate his return, and I could already smell the tantalizing aroma of roasting pig wafting through the air, even though I hadn’t yet stepped out of the pack house.How am I going to get through today?With a groan, I dragged myself out of bed and shuffled to the bathroom on the other side of the room. The mirror reflected a tired version of myself—sunken cheeks, dull eyes, and a complexion that looked drained. I winced at the sight. Whatever I’d been dealing with lately had clearly taken a toll.Tatiana, from that old-school pack, had me worried. I had a gut feeling that Percival would eventually notice her, despite what he might say. If her father was adamant about certain traditions, Percival wouldn’t have much choice but to notice her, even if it meant dealing with either unmated she-wolves or pack land.I’d heard that pack land was quite

EdelineWe hadn’t planned on letting him know about the current issues just yet. We decided to hold off until after his big homecoming celebration. With Percival and Darius still recovering, the Alpha had suggested that Tatiana stay away for now. We figured it was best not to burden Nixx with the details just yet. He’d likely be ready to confront Percival to defend my honor, and we didn’t want him caught in the middle of this mess. After all, this was Percival’s way of retaliating, and Nixx wouldn’t face any real consequences—he was simply caught up in the crossfire.“Hey there, little sis,” Nixx said, settling down next to me and casually wrapping his arm around me in a side hug. He was much taller than me, just like Dad. They both towered over Mom and me. “Any luck finding your mate? How was your shift?”I sidestepped Nixx’s question, and my parents exchanged surprised glances. “The shift went well,” I said, trying to keep my tone light. “I spent hours hanging out with my wolf. I’m