All Chapters of The Luna Queen : Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

_Leah's POV_After we finished eating, Tariq and I settled in to watch another movie. The light-hearted atmosphere between us continued, and Tariq kept teasing me, making little jokes that brought a smile to my face. The tension of the day had melted away, and for a brief moment, everything felt almost normal.“So, what do you want to watch next?” Tariq asked, leaning back on the couch, his eyes gleaming with mischief.I shrugged. “Something that won’t make me spill more water on you,” I teased.Tariq chuckled. “Fair enough. I’ll keep my distance this time.” He winked at me, and my heart fluttered despite myself.Just as we were about to start the movie, Susan appeared at the door. “Tariq, could you help me downstairs for a moment?” she asked, her voice kind but insistent.Tariq nodded and started to get up, but I quickly spoke up. “Do you need help with anything, Susan?”Susan shook her head with a gentle smile. “No, Leah, don’t worry. You have been through enough today. You need to

_Leah's POV_Tariq and I reached the clearing, and I took a deep breath, trying to calm the nervous energy swirling inside me."Alright, let's start with something simple," Tariq said, stretching his arms. "I want to see how fast you can react. Try to block me."I nodded, though doubt twisted in my stomach like a knot. Could I really do this? I wasn’t used to being praised or feeling strong. Back at Kayden’s pack, I was always reminded of how weak I was. I was just an Omega and nothing more. But here, Tariq treated me differently, like I had potential.Without warning, Tariq lunged at me, his fist aiming for my shoulder. I reacted on instinct, my body moving faster than my mind. I blocked his punch with my forearm, surprising myself as I deflected his strike."Good!" Tariq praised. "You’re quicker than I thought."I blinked, trying to process what had just happened. I had actually blocked him. My heart raced, but this time, it wasn’t fear, it was excitement."Again," Tariq said, his e

_Kayden's POV_The day of the engagement party had finally arrived. The entire pack had been buzzing with excitement for weeks, and now it was here; the day I would announce my future Luna, Selena. The pack house was decorated from top to bottom, filled with elegant flowers, shimmering lights, and luxurious red and gold banners. The grand hall, where the ceremony would take place, looked magnificent. Tables were draped with fine linens, and the scent of freshly prepared food wafted through the air. Everything had to be perfect.Ray and Fred were overseeing the last-minute details. I could see Ray double-checking the seating arrangements, his sharp eye ensuring nothing was out of place. Fred was handling the catering, making sure everything was ready for the banquet. I knew they both understood how important this day was, not just for me but for the whole pack. An Alpha’s engagement was a major event.Selena was already at the pack house with her family. She looked stunning in her red

_Kayden's POV_The next morning, I stood outside Selena’s house, my heart heavy with guilt. I hadn’t slept all night, replaying the argument in my head over and over. Selena had been right; I had been distant and distracted. I hadn’t treated her the way she deserved, and now, after the engagement party, after seeing the hurt in her eyes, I knew I needed to make things right.I knocked on the door, my fist hitting the wood a little too hard. My wolf, Leo, was restless inside me, pacing with frustration. "You’re the Alpha. You shouldn’t have to beg," Leo growled, but I pushed the thought away. This wasn’t about pride. This was about fixing things before they got worse.The door opened, and Selena stood there, her eyes red and puffy from crying. My chest tightened at the sight of her. She had been hurt because of me. I had failed her."Kayden," she whispered, looking surprised to see me."Can I come in?" I asked, my voice hoarse. "We need to talk."She hesitated for a moment, then nodded

_Leah's POV_We stepped cautiously into the heart of the Selene Temple. The cool night air hung heavy around us, and my breath quickened as my gaze fell on the centerpiece of the temple; the moonstone crystal.The crystal was enormous, the size of a boulder, and it sat perched on an ancient stone altar in the middle of the temple. It shimmered faintly, its surface smooth and polished, capturing the pale moonlight filtering through the round opening in the temple roof. The moonlight seemed to dance as it fell directly onto the crystal, illuminating it with an ethereal glow. It was as though the moon herself was watching, waiting for what was about to unfold.I stared at the crystal, mesmerized by its beauty, but I could feel the weight of my nerves pressing down on me. My heart pounded in my chest. My mind raced with fear and anticipation. Could I really do this? Could the ritual truly unlock the powers I had hidden within me all this time?Susan’s voice broke through my thoughts. "Lea