Semua Bab LUNAR BONDS: WHEN FATE DEFIES HIERARCHY: Bab 101 - Bab 110

DAISY"Haaa, that's not fair!" My breath comes in ragged gasps as I pick myself up from the ground for what feels like the hundredth time.The impact has left dirt smudged across my training clothes and probably my face as well.My muscles ache from the exertion and a deep and satisfying burn that tells me I'm pushing my limits in ways I never have before.I force myself back into a fighting stance, ignoring the trembling in my legs and the way my lungs burn with each breath."You're using all your power on me, but I'm weaker when you're around." I complain.Aru is too content in Damian's presence to fully engage her fighting instincts, making it harder to access the primal strength I need.She's practically purring in my mind, more interested in basking in our mate's proximity than preparing for combat.Damian's lips quirk up in a half-smile as he circles me, his movements fluid and predatory like a wolf stalking its prey.There's not a drop of sweat on him despite the hour we've spe

DAISYI ignore him, pulling my hand away from his attempted comfort and burying my face in my arms.Why should I hide my grief? Why should I be ashamed of mourning my pack and Grandpa?"Daisy," He sits down next to me, trying to comfort me again.The proximity is comforting despite my desire for solitude."Damian's going to feel your distress through the bond. It'll only create more problems for everyone involved." His voice is soft and sounds a little like regret, and I can tell he truly cares."Leave me alone, Kevin," The words come out muffled by my arms, but I know Kevin is right.Damian will feel my pain, my rage and my grief like it's his own. But maybe that's what I want.Maybe I want him to feel everything. To understand the depth of what's been done to me, to us and to my family.Kevin sighs, a sound heavy with resignation that seems to carry more weight than just this moment."She did what she did because she's obsessed with him," His voice is low, like he thinks this reason

DAISYHis expression shifts as a small sad smile replace his anger and frustration.He steps back, moving to sit on the edge of our bed, suddenly looking tired and older than his years."You already knew, didn't you?" I ask following him and settling beside him on the mattress. "You knew that she was behind the attack because you ended whatever arrangement you had with her to be with me. That's why she specifically targeted my pack for destruction.""I didn't want to burden you with these complex political machinations and deadly power games," he admits with his voice hollow with regret. "An Alpha like me is often forced to appear weak or make impossible compromises to satisfy the ambitions of others, to protect the people we care about most. Sometimes the cost of leadership is higher than anyone outside our world realizes."I lower my head and sit beside him on the bed.It's clear that he's been carrying the weight of these secrets alone, resigned to everything that's happening aroun

KEVINShe looks down at our joined hands, her expression softening almost imperceptibly."I feel warmth," her voice loses some of its defensive edge.I smile at her answer, feeling some of the tension between us dissolve like morning mist under the sun.My thumb traces small circles on the back of her hand, a gentle caress that says more than words could."Catrin," I say leaning closer so that my words are for her alone."I feel electric sparks coursing through me every time I touch you. The emotions that overwhelm me when…"My words are cut short by my father's voice suddenly filling my mind.The telepathic intrusion as jarring as a shout in a quiet room.'Where are you exactly?' The mental communication is sharp, urgent and tinged with an anxiety that makes my wolf stir uneasily.My father, always composed and always in control sounds almost frantic.'At Damian's mansion,' I reply, trying to keep my irritation from bleeding into the telepathic link.Catrin is looking at me with conf

DAISYI look at him in surprise and then at Damian, whose brow has furrowed in response to the Alpha's words."Don't interfere," Damian warns."Damian, show respect. There's an Alpha in front of you," Damian's father interjects, standing up.The display of power is subtle but unmistakable. It's a reminder of his position and authority."There's no need for him to respect me," Alpha Albert says surprising everyone. "His mate should be his greater concern, especially since he's under the spotlight.""I don't understand why you're advising me on what's beneficial to my mate, Alpha Albert," Damian responds and his grip on my hand tighten slightly.Alpha Albert's gaze shifts to me, his eyes seeming to look through me rather than at me."Just because she's ignorant of the truth." He says.I don't know the truth?The words echo in my mind, raising more questions than answers.What truth? What am I missing?Damian's hand squeezes mine forcefully as he pulls me from the dining room. Instead of