My immediate concerns shifted to hope. “How? Are they okay?”
Cierce nodded. “Yes, they are. Come, let's check on the triplets.”
As we walked together, I tried to focus on what truly mattered: my children.
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My heart raced as I hurriedly walked with Cierce back to the omega den. My mind was consumed by anxiety and worry, eager to reach the place where my children, Cassian, Dorian, and Kane, were supposed to have awakened after being poisoned by Ignis. Cierce accompanied me, sharing my desire to be close to them as soon as possible.
Finally, we reached the den, and my breath was fast as I ran toward the area where my children would be. A mix of fear and hope permeated each step I took. Upon reaching the spot where they were supposed to lie, my heart leaped with joy to see Cassian, Dorian, and Kane not only awake but also talking with Zora.
I approached Cierce, who was focused on the details of the den, making sure everything was in order. Her gaze lifted to meet mine as I drew near.“How are the boys' injuries?” I asked, concerned about the well-being of the triplets.Cierce offered a calm smile. “They are recovering well. Mandrake seems to have helped significantly. They'll be fully healed soon.”I nodded, grateful for Cierce's healing abilities. “You're amazing, Cierce. Thank you for everything.”She humbly nodded. “It's my duty to take care of the pack, especially when it comes to Luna's children.”I left Cierce to spend time with my children, who were still recovering in their beds. Upon reaching them, I found Cassian, Dorian, and Kane, each showing signs of improvement and renewed strength.I sat beside them, gently caressing Kane's face, who
It was as if an electric current ran through my body, alerting me to the potential threat she represented.“Cierce?” I murmured, staring at her. “Why did Ignis think Cierce was a threat?”Cassian looked at Cierce and then at me. “I don't know, Mom, but Ignis used the garlic code only when she arrived.”The tension in the den was palpable, and Cierce's gaze met mine. She remained calm, but something in her eyes made me question.I looked at Cassian, seeking more clarification. “Tell me, my love, exactly what happened that day.”***THE ARRIVAL OF THE TRIPLETSZora's expression changed abruptly when they mentioned Hunter. Her joyful demeanor faded, replaced by a perplexed expression, and then a slight tension. Ignis, noticing the change, stared at her with curiosity.&ldqu
DINNERThe dining room of the Cabin was filled with tension and curiosity as Cassian, Dorian, and Kane awaited the arrival of their parents. Ignis, accompanying them, seemed to carry additional knowledge that had not yet been shared. In her serene posture, she directed her attention to Kane.“Kane, did you sleep well?”Kane smiled at Ignis, responding enthusiastically. “Yes, I slept very well.”Ignis smiled gently at Kane. “I'm glad you slept well, Kane. Now we just need to wait for your mother.”Dorian, curious, turned to Ignis. “Is it true that our parents are coming, Ignis?”Cassian, confirming Dorian's statement, added, “Yes, Zora said they are on their way.”Ignis, suddenly serious, fixed her gaze on Cassian. “I would like you to pay attention to what will happen next, Cassian.&rdqu
The revelation about Ignis attacking my children left me in shock. My mind spun as I tried to assimilate what it meant. Ignis, who should have been an ally to Hunter and Zora, had revealed herself as a threat to the pack.There was still the situation with Cierce and Jeff, who apparently was her destined wolf. Ignis, seeing Cierce as a threat and sensing wolfbane in the food prepared by Zora, acted violently. Did Cierce know that Jeff was involved in the kidnapping?Holding Cassian's hand, I sought to understand better what happened during the dinner with Ignis.“What else happened during dinner?” I asked, looking at Cassian, hoping he could provide more details.Cassian, visibly disturbed, met my gaze and began recounting what he remembered. “The last thing I recall is Ignis throwing a ball of blue energy towards us. It was all very fast, and the next thing I knew, I was here in th
HUNTER'S POVThe Mountain Range stretched before me, majestic and imposing. My gray wolf form ran swiftly alongside Garm, my loyal beta. Desperation and urgency fueled our paws in the desperate search for Belladonna who could save my children, poisoned by Ignis. As we reached the base of the mountain, I stopped abruptly, staring at Garm with determined eyes.“Where is the Belladonna?” I asked, anxiety echoing in my voice.Garm, assuming his human form, pointed to the tip of the Mountain Range, indicating the beginning of the gorge. “It's there, Alpha Hunter. At the top, at the beginning of the gorge. That's where Belladonna blooms.”I nodded, determined to reach the plant as quickly as possible. “I'll get the fruit. You keep watch in case Ignis shows up.”Garm nodded, understanding the gravity of the situation. I transformed back
I was sitting near my children's beds—Cassian, Dorian, and Kane—embracing them while my gaze couldn't detach from Cierce's movements. She walked around the den, seemingly oblivious to the whirlwind of thoughts and revelations boiling within me.Cierce, my friend, a constant presence in my life, felt so distant at that moment. Uncertainty settled in as I stroked Kane's sleepy head, questioning whether Cierce was truly capable of betrayal or if, like all of us, she was a victim of Jeff's elaborate plan.Unresolved events piled up in my mind like missing pieces of a complex puzzle. Why did Caleb, Jeff, and the other banished ones kidnap my children? What did they hope to gain from it? And Ignis, what role did she play in this sinister plot?Cassian broke the silence, staring at me, inquiring about my thoughts. “What are you
The weight of Cierce's words hung in the air, like a looming death sentence. My instincts screamed at me to brace myself for the impending confrontation, while the darkness of the night intensified around us. It was time to face the consequences of a betrayal that cut as deep as the claws of a hungry wolf.The weight of her words hung in the air, but I didn't allow fear to take hold of me. Instead, I faced Cierce with determination. “You betrayed our friendship, Cierce. Why?”A bitter smile danced on Cierce's lips, her eyes filled with resentment.“Because I'm an omega,” she replied, her voice a bitter whisper. “Always rejected, always underestimated by the pack. The only joy I had was when the Goddess blessed me, saying that Jeff was my destined wolf. But even that, you and Hunter managed to take away from me.”I furrowed my brow, perplexed. “I didn't take a
ZORA'S POVThe night's shadows enveloped the forest as I, Zora, gazed at the full moon with Ignis by my side. Since a young age, I knew that my existence was the result of a punishment imposed by the Moon Goddess. My father, Garnet, before becoming the Alpha King, pleaded with Ignis to reject him, allowing him to be with Ogenj, the one he loved. Ignis accepted the responsibility, aware of the consequences. However, Garnet ended up losing Ogenj on the day of their love's fruit's birth, and now he had a female heir, me.As my father sought another Luna to replace Ogenj and ensure a male heir, Ignis took on the task of caring for me. She wanted me to understand that I was not the result of a curse but an opportunity to change my fate.That night, we were in the heart of the Sawtooth National Forest, standing by the river, heads held high to the full moon. At seven years old, I looked at Ignis and questioned.