THE WEIGHT OF BELONGING

ELENA'S POV"Elena! Where are my silk sheets?" Sarah's voice sliced through the pack house like a whip. "If you ruined them in the wash again—"I gritted my teeth, folding another stack of linens. "They're drying outside, Mrs. Walker. The dry cleaner said—""Outside? Are you trying to ruin them? Honestly, Elena, do you have any common sense?"Breathe. Don’t react. At twenty-three, I should be free to make my own choices. Instead, I was stuck playing servant for my stepmother, the Luna of the Southern Pack."I’ll bring them in now," I muttered, already moving."No need. I'll have Rosa do it. At least she knows how to handle quality items."I clenched my jaw. "Of course. Anything else?""Yes." A slow, satisfied smile spread across her face. "Your father wants to see you in his office. Something about another complaint from the Council."My stomach twisted. Council meetings meant one thing—more reminders of how I was an embarrassment to the pack. I barely nodded before turning to leave.

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POINT OF NO RETURN

Elena's POVThe Club pulsed with energy, strobe lights cutting through artificial fog as bodies moved on the dance floor. I tugged at the hem of Mia's black dress, feeling simultaneously powerful and exposed."Stop fidgeting!" Mia shouted over the music, pressing a brightly colored drink into my hand. "You look hot! Own it!"She wasn't wrong. The dress hugged curves I usually hid under conservative clothing, and I'd let my dark hair fall in waves past my shoulders instead of the tight bun Sarah insisted on. For once, I didn't look like the perfect, submissive Omega."I still can't believe I'm here," I yelled back, taking a sip of the drink. Sweet with a kick – just like freedom."Better than sitting at home planning your wedding to Richard!"I choked on my drink. "How did you—""Please." Mia rolled her eyes. "My mom's on the Council. I heard all about Sarah pushing for the match." She grabbed my arm. "Speaking of hot guys who aren't Richard... Don't look now, but Mr. Tall-Dark-and-Dan

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THE GALA AND THE FALLOUT

The gala sparkled with fake smiles and old money, crystal Lanterns casting shadows over pack politics. I tugged at my conservative blue gown, my skin still burning from Lucas’s touches the night before. Every movement reminded me of our night together, every tick of the clock counting down to my approaching heat."Elena." Richard Thompson appeared beside me, his smirk shallow, his eyes void of warmth. "You look... adequate."I fought the urge to pull away from his touch as his hand settled on my lower back. "Thank you for the invitation.""Oh, it won’t be the only thing I give you." His fingers dug into my spine, possessive. "Your father has already agreed to the match. Smart man, knowing damaged goods need a quick sale."My wolf stirred, a sharp, unfamiliar defiance rising within me.Lucas's influence.Even after just one night, he had awakened something in me—something stronger, something that refused to cower.A commotion erupted at the entrance. The air shifted. Murmurs swelled ar

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NO WAY OUT

It's been two days since the gala disaster, two days since my failed escape attempt. I hunched over my bathroom toilet, emptying what little breakfast I'd managed to eat. Something was wrong. My approaching heat usually brought fever and aches, but this felt different."Elena?" Mia's worried voice came through the door. "Let me in, or I swear I'll break it down."I'd been avoiding everyone since that night, but Mia had climbed through my window an hour ago, refusing to leave. Crawling to the door, I unlocked it."Holy shit." She rushed to my side. "You look terrible.""Thanks," I croaked, accepting the damp washcloth she pressed to my forehead. "Just what every girl wants to hear.""Cut the jokes." Mia felt my pulse, her nurse training showing. "These aren't normal heat symptoms. Your heart's racing, and—" She froze, nostrils flaring. "Elena... your scent..."Ice flooded my veins. "What about it?""It's... different. Like when my sister was..." Her eyes widened. "Oh my god.""No." I s

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Lahat ng Kabanata ng MARKED BY MOONLIGHT: Kabanata 1 - Kabanata 4

THE WEIGHT OF BELONGING

POINT OF NO RETURN

THE GALA AND THE FALLOUT

NO WAY OUT