Manny"Alpha, the other alphas are here and request access." My beta, Ben, announces through mindlink. Finally, it is the time we have all been waiting for. The annual alphas meeting. "That's perfect, Ben. Let me come and welcome them, personally. I will be there shortly." I cut off the mindlink and head out. "Are the other packs here, Manny? Let me come along with you. We wouldn't want them to think that I am not a hospitable Luna now, would we?" Aria intercepts me on my way out and I just shrug. At this juncture, I don't even want to talk to her. Let alone be in her presence. It is weird, but she refuses me. Of course, I know it should not be like this but I just cannot help it. It takes all in me to not snap and shred her to pieces. This greatly puzzles me because mates are not supposed to behave the way we do with each other. Well, I cannot speak for her but I know that I despise her. It has been about a year now since I started feeling this way.Initially, I tolerated her bec
AriaHow time flies! I cannot believe that my babies are already walking and learning to talk. It has been a grueling year and a half but it still has its positive vibes. Having my little angels has brought me much more peace than I ever had in my life. I have changed a lot since these two came into my life. I can safely say that I have healed. I feel whole again. I know that convalescence is a journey and is not instant. However, the birth of my twin babies has mended my broken soul. The mere fact that I brought these two to the world, makes me feel that I have become invincible. I am one person that has always dared to be honest with herself. I know for a fact that I was a battered and broken soul. Nonetheless, motherhood has brought me a lot of healing that I never deemed possible. I have no idea if it is the way of the supernatural realm, the Moon Goddess, or just fate. The hurt and anger I felt are no longer as intense as before. Prior to the birth of my kids, I was like a v
Aria"Princess, we are going for a ride. We need to talk and we need to do it far from these walls. Come on, Allay and Harmony. Uncle will carry you to the car." My brother leaves me no room for denial. He takes the kids and struts out. Dad extends his hand and helps me up. "Go on, Dad. I just want to wash my face and change into something appropriate.", I give him a small smile for reassurance before closing the door behind him. Once he is out, I take a pillow and scream on it to muffle my cries. Why does my life never get any easier? When I was alone, I had no fear of death. Now that I am a mother, I would never want my children to grow up orphans. I have to pull myself together. Instead of fearing that entity, I will fight till he submits or my name is not Aria!I have found what is left of my family and I am no longer alone. The only problem is that I have been withholding a lot of information from them. I have no choice but to open up to them. I know that my brother, father,
Manny"So, when will you be visiting the Royal Pack alpha, Martinez? Three days from now? That is good then. I will be meeting you there. We are allies, after all. No need to be so polite. See you in three days."I cut the phone after speaking with Alpha Martinez. We have been allies for a while now and he has been through a lot lately. His mate was once abducted by that sneaky bastard, Pius Ramos. I saw the way he eyed Martinez's mate during the annual alpha meeting. His gaze was leering and it repulsed me. I did not expect him to be so daring that he would go and abduct another alpha's mate. The idiot even forcefully marked Luna May and almost caused her death. Thankfully, Martinez and the Supreme beta acted fast and managed to rescue her before he forced himself on her. Unfortunately, Supreme Beta Gunther decided to be magnanimous and imprison Ramos. The deranged hybrid was just supposed to be beheaded. Such scum should never be shown any mercy. The worst case is the idiotic re
MannyNot wanting to argue with Aria, I silently let her tag along. Otherwise, if I am to deny her, she will cause me unnecessary trouble. When we arrive at the Royal Pack, it is already nighttime. There we do not get ample time to talk with my sister. Besides, Michael, the king, and her mate is too damn possessive. I scoff at him when he grumbles when he sees me and Summer chatting nonstop. In the end, Summer is forced to indulge him. He is her beloved mate, after all. I am not ashamed to say that I am envious of all the mated couples in my family. They are all so content and in love with their mate. Whereas I feel burdened by this so-called mate bond. It is quite frustrating, to say the least. "Manny, I know you do not wish to be with me. Therefore, I will not bother you. There are so many guest rooms in this palace. Since we are not in our Pack, I will not force you to put up with me when I evidently know that you are repulsed by the mere sight of me. Hence the reason I will n
MannyIt hurts so bad to know that I am the reason why my true, fated mate left me. It hurts even more when I try to figure out where she could be. How has she been faring all alone in a world where she knows no one but herself? Talk about self-loathing! At this moment I feel like biting my own tongue and departing the earth. It feels as though a thousand glass shards are continuously stabbing my heart. All I feel is guilt coupled with shame. How am I fit to be an alpha when I can be easily deceived like this?"Argggh!" Just as I am about to claw my neck, a loud, blood-curdling scream bombards my ears. Instantly, I become alert and only now do I remember that Alpha Martinez's luna is said to be in labor. I have been so engrossed in my self-loathing that I did not notice anything else that has been happening around me. "My queen, I am sorry to barge in like this. The young Luna's situation is dire. She is losing a lot of blood and we need to take her to the human hospital. I have alr
JerryI have never been so enraged in my entire life as I feel right now. My little sister has suffered too many injustices all by herself. I am angry at myself for leaving her behind, and I am angry at everyone who wronged my baby sister. Let me not even get started on Willie's case. My baby brother was slaughtered like a chicken and Aria was forced to witness such a gruesome murder. I cannot wait anymore. I have to get justice for my siblings. Connor and all his cronies have to go. Completely disappear from the face of the earth. Then I will hunt down that Manny Reynolds and make him have a taste of my wrath. I will not kill him but I am going to make his life worse than death. "Argh!""Calm down, my dear. You have to hold on to your rationality, else you will make a colossal mistake. If you go in search of Connor, in this state, he will have an advantage over you. Acting in anger has never been the best solution. What's done is done and it cannot be undone. You should at least l
Unknown After getting the message about the situation in the Luminous Pack, Henna wanted to leave as soon as she could. However, Jerry stalled her proposing that they would all travel together. Although he strongly despised Manny and the whole Luminous Pack, he knew that he could not keep his niece and nephew away from their people for too long. That is why he purchased the largest manor he could find on the marketing Hartland. Apparently, he had another reason for moving nearer the Luminous Pack territory. He wanted to find his sister's mate, Manny, and teach him an unforgettable lesson. He wanted Manny to know that he messed with the wrong girl. However, after hearing about Manny's plight, he felt oddly satisfied. That was the best retribution. At least he can focus on Connor without worrying about Manny. The universe has already dealt him a verifying blow. "Ha! Who said that there is no retribution in this world?" Jerry snorted as he wheeled Master Gao out of the private hospi
AriaIn the aftermath of the fierce battle that has shaped our destiny, myself, embodying resilience and transformation, stand amidst the ruins, as a beacon of hope for the weary souls of the Luminous Pack and the werewolf community. Battered and broken, yet I have refused to let my pain define me, emerging as a symbol of strength and resilience.As the dust settles and the scent of victory mingles with the lingering smoke, the werewolves gather around me in awe of my unwavering spirit. My journey has been a testament to the indomitable will of the human spirit and the power of rewriting one's own destiny.Henna, my adoptive mother, emerges from the crowd, her eyes reflecting pride and admiration. She has witnessed my transformation, from a fractured and downtrodden soul to the fierce warrior who defied the odds. In this moment, I can tell that Henna feels a renewed sense of purpose. A warm glow of love and acceptance that transcends the scars of the past.Within the embrace of her mat
Aria"You slashed little brother Willie's head with one swift move. Unfortunately, I am going to use this blunt knife to cut yours off. I am going to savour every moment of it. I will be looking right into your eyes. I will forever remember your pain, your fear and your helplessness. I want you to never be wicked again in your next life. That is if you will ever get a chance to be reborn."I do not move my gaze from Connor's fear stricken eyes. I am not going to be compassionate with scum like him. Otherwise, I will never be reconciled in this lifetime if I don't make him go through a pain much worse than he subjected me to. In fact, everything I am giving him will never comapre to the pain he subjected me to. This man broke me. In his hands, I was Battered and Broken Yet I remained Invincible. This idiot and left me for dead but I somehow survived. I believe my survival was for a reason and this reason was for me to live to get rid of scum like Connor from this universe. I start cu
Manny POVIn the heart of the night, I am suddenly startled into wakefulness by a reverberating growl. My heart starts pounding and something about that powerful growl tugs at my Heartstrings and stirrs my wolf, Matt. This guy has been giving me the cold shoulder lately and only perks his ears if it is anything to do with our mate, Aria."Aria!" I shout out loud springing out of bed, not bothering to dress up. I contemplate running in wolf form towards doctor Boyce's house where Aria and our twins are currently residing. But I go on and take the stairs three at a time. A sense of urgency propelling me forward. When I reach the doctor's residence, I catch a glimpse of my mate's majestic and rare blue wolf, leaping towards the forest. I stare at this awe inspiring rare breed of a wolf and momentarily forget about the urgency that made me rush here.Only after her magnificent wolf disappears into the deep of the forest do I Snape out of my dazed state. I still cannot shake out my shock.
Connor's POVWatching as the battle rages on, I stare into the darkness, my heart heavy with regret and trepidation. From the shadows, I observe the chaos unfolding before me, my once mighty army being decimated by Aria and her allies. Limbs are flying through the air. My soldiers' bodies a being torn and strewn across the forest floor, the chosen battlefield for this bitter confrontation.It all started with Vornt's ill-conceived plan to kidnap Aria's daughter. I cannot help but shake my head, my mind is haunted by the memory of that fateful decision. Standing beside Vornt, I had agreed to the idea, believing it to be a strategic move that would cripple our enemy's spirit. But I now realize the grave mistake we have made.Our initial plan was to attack with stealth, utilizing the dark spellcasters to incapacitate the warriors gathered in the formidable Luminous Pack. It seemed foolproof at the time, a way to gain the upper hand without risking a full-blown battle. But Vornt, driven b
AriaThe soft, yet insistent voice of Allay, my little boy, has abruptly interrupted my slumber. Bleary-eyed and disoriented, I stumble out of bed, following the guidance of my little boy's voice echoing through the darkened hallways of our home. There is a growing sense of dread within me as I hurry towards Harmony's room.As I push the door open, my heart seizes in my chest. The sight before me makes my blood run cold. The bed is empty, Harmony is nowhere to be found. Panic spreads through my veins as I desperately scan the room, searching for any sign of my beloved baby girl.Allay, only two years old and unable to articulate the events that had unfolded, can only call out his sister's name repeatedly, with a mixture of fear and confusion. His tiny voice breaks my heart, amplifying my urgency and desperation.But just as despair threatens to consume me entirely, a glimmer of hope materializes in the form of my grandfather. Gramps returns with Harmony cradled safely in his arms, her
Author's POV The Luminous Pack is thrumming with life as Manny and Aria keep a careful watch over their family. The recent confrontation with Connor has heightened their vigilance, and they have taken every measure to ensure the safety of their children. But unbeknownst to them, within the depths of the pack's territory, unseen and undetected, the malevolent presence of Vornt lurks, his hatred fueling his insidious plans.Vornt's knowledge of masking his aura has always served him well, allowing him to operate in shadows. But his fear of the legendary blue wolf, Amirah, Aria's wolf, gnaws at the corners of his mind. He knows that crossing paths with her would ultimately unleash her righteous fury, and he understands the consequences that await him. What the Luminous Pack did not expect was for Vornt to act rashly. Driven by his belief in his own cunning nature, Vornt dismisses his fears, convinced that seizing one of Aria's twins would cripple her resolve and bring her and her wolf
AriaAs we move away from beneath the watchful gaze of the willow tree, our determination burns brighter than ever before. The secrets that had burdened me for so long have now been shared, strengthening the bond between us and fueling our resolve to confront the malevolence that haunts our lives. Yes. Our lives because Manny is an essential part of me. My burdens are his as well.In the days that follow, Manny and his family reach out to their allies, assembling a united front against Connor and the demon wizard. The Luminous Pack has pledged their support already. Jeremy and the family will always stand steadfast by my side. My grandfather, Mtungagore, the Azanian warlock, will never leave my side until he knows that all threats have been eliminated. Altogether, we gathered a formidable coalition of supernatural beings who share a common goal: to bring down the nefarious forces that threaten our existence.I was not there in the previous war against the demon wizard. However, I have
Aria POV I guess that the time has come for me to show Connor that he is not as ahead as he assumes. After a discussion with Manny and Jerry, we all agreed that Connor needs a little scare. We all racked our minds and came up with a noble idea. Well, not quite that noble but I believe that it is a foolproof plan. The aim is to ruffle Connor's furthers. The idiot needs a nip in the bud. His wings have overgrown and he feels invincible. It is time that I pull him down from his high pedestal for once. "Guys, you both know that I am a hacker, right? Jeremy, you are even better than me. Let's do something a little crazy. Jeremy, destroy his firewalls for all his research facilities. We need to steal all the formulas he used in creating those mutated rogues" I almost yell as the idea comes to my mind. Both my brother and mate stare at me as if I have grown an extra head. "Why would you want that formula?" Jeremy asks, incredulity in his voice. "The rogues are just stray werewolves. They
AriaAs the days roll by, my interaction with Manny is getting less awkward. The kids have warmed up to him and his whole countenance has changed. All day long he moves around with the brightest smile on his face. Of course, our relationship is more of friendship than mates. However, this is mostly due to my stubbornness, as my wolf says. The resentment I habored against him has since subsided but I am reluctant to accept him fully. Maybe it is just because my subconscious is safeguarding me from further disappointment. I have also been assisting him with the pack training, even though we have not truly gotten back together. Nonetheless, I have granted him full access to the kids. I thought he would take them for days but he insisted that whenever he is with the twins, I should be there. According to him, that helps in creating the family scene for our pups.Today. Jeremy has taken the twins out to the amusement park. He insisted that since I have chosen to give Manny a chance, I sho