ZORA'S POV
The heart of the pack pulsed with a unique energy as Ignis, Garm, and I made our way to the gathering place. Wooden benches were arranged in an organized manner, and in the center, a colossal throne stood, carved with faces representing the alphas who preceded Garnet, the imposing Alpha King. Expectations hung in the air, and pack members began to gather, eager for the important decision that was about to be announced.
I stared at the throne, whose imposing presence echoed my father's authority, and my thoughts wandered to what was to come. Garnet would choose his Luna today, the woman who would share the throne and eventually be the mother of his heir. A shadow of concern loomed over me as I wondered what fate awaited me in this process. It was impossible not to think about what was at stake, especially for me, the Alpha's daughter, who saw the shadow of succession looming over the pack.
Ignis sensed my restlessness and ge
ZORA'S POVThe impact of the revelation hit me like thunder. Priestess? Abandon my right to the throne, give up the possibility of having heirs, renounce the predestined bond? A flood of questions invaded my mind, and I could hardly believe what I was hearing.A mixture of disbelief and shock struck me hard. “A priestess? But... father, does that mean I would have to give up my right to the throne? I couldn't have heirs, not even a predestined wolf!”Garnet nodded seriously. “Yes, Zora. That is the fate the Goddess desires for you. But don't worry about the throne. You couldn't assume it anyway; only your husband, and who knows who that might be, could be a weak wolf, and then maybe, looking from that angle, the Goddess is sparing us from that burden.”A knot formed in my throat. “And what if I don't want to follow this path? What if I want to keep my right to the throne, have a famil
ZORA'S POVIgnis's den was a peaceful refuge, away from the festivities that stirred the pack in celebration of the expectation of a new heir for Garnet.Months had passed since I refused to follow the imposed destiny as the priestess of the Moon Goddess, and my father, the Alpha King, chose to ignore my presence in the pack.While everyone celebrated the arrival of the heir, I was immersed in studying the properties of plants and herbs, seeking a deeper understanding of their powers. Ignis, my mentor and confidante, was my only connection to the pack's world. Today, I worked meticulously with herbs and plants, preparing something that could be useful in the future.The soft light of candles illuminated the den when I sensed Ignis's presence. Quickly, I hid what I was preparing, took a deep breath to clear my mind, and then swallowed some Artemisia.Ignis entered the den, her scrutinizing gaze
ZORA'S POVThe conversation flowed between trivial subjects. Gwenyth, in sharing her expectations for the future, allowed a bridge of understanding to extend between us. Ignis, attentive as always, mediated the dialogues, providing a delicate harmony in that encounter. Gwenyth's den emitted an atmosphere different from what I knew. A mixture of nostalgia and unfamiliarity, for it had once been my sanctuary, but now harbored a different story. With Ignis by my side, I faced Gwenyth and expressed my thirst, simultaneously seeking an excuse to explore the surroundings.“Where can I find water? I'm thirsty,” I inquired, locking eyes with the Luna.She stared at me for a moment, assessing whether to provide me with the information. After a brief pause, Gwenyth pointed to a jug in the corner of the room. “There's a jug over there.”I thanked her with a nod and rose to fetch the water. Ignis, vigi
ZORA'S POVThe center of the pack was shrouded in a dark and heavy atmosphere, marked by sadness and mourning. Garnet, the Alpha King, wore a weary expression, witnessing yet another burial of a Luna and her stillborn. It wasn't Gwenyth being laid to rest, but the fifth Luna the Moon Goddess had sent to my father. Each one of them, is a victim of actions orchestrated by me, to eliminate any threat to my rightful claim to the throne.Ignis, my confidante and involuntary accomplice, observed the ceremony by my side. There was no room for remorse, only the certainty that I was securing my place as the next leader of the pack, even if it meant sacrificing the lives of those who should lead alongside Garnet.I glanced at Ignis and whispered that I would wait for her by the river. Ignis responded with a simple nod, understanding the ominous nature of my invitation. With determined steps, I moved away from the crowd and headed towards the ri
ZORA'S POV The golden light of the sun filtered through the treetops as I walked through the forest alongside Caleb, my predestined wolf. Our hands were entwined, our steps synchronized, and the joy of being together permeated the air. Despite the significant revelation of his role as the next Alpha King of Rocky Mountain, a serenity radiated from him, and I felt that together, we could face any challenge. The winding trail led us back to the pack, and my mind was filled with thoughts. The Goddess had woven our destinies in extraordinary ways, and the upcoming coronation ceremony promised to be a crucial moment in our lives. However, even in the face of this exciting prospect, my focus was on my father, the current Alpha King Garnet. Upon entering the pack, Caleb and I exchanged meaningful glances. The trees seemed to embrace our love as we headed towards Garm, my father's right hand and responsible for the pack's security. His c
ZORA'S POVIgnis, however, insisted that this was a choice to be considered. “You need to weigh what is more important, Zora. Happiness with Caleb or the position of Luna under Hunter's command. Sometimes, we need to make concessions for what we want.”However, my resistance persisted. “I will talk to my father and hear what he has to say.”Ignis replied frankly, “Zora, if you take the matter to Garnet, Caleb may face drastic consequences. Garnet is even capable of killing him. We can use rue to soften the consequences.”My anger began to manifest when Ignis suggested using Rue to influence my father Garnet's decision. “Ignis, I don't want you to use rue to manipulate my father's judgment.”Ignis, visibly concerned, questioned my decision. “Zora, are you willing to risk Caleb's life like this? Garnet will order him to be killed.”
ZORA'S POVI walked through the pack, thoughts swirling in my mind like leaves in the wind. The name “Fierce” echoed like a disturbing mantra, an unwanted presence in my plans to assume the position of Hunter's Luna. Every step was laden with uncertainty, and I knew the only way to dispel my doubts was to confront the truth head-on.
ZORA'S POVI moved away from the river towards the forest. The plan was taking shape in my mind, a subtle web of strategies that would allow me to interfere with the bonds of Hunter and Fierce without violating the promises made. Entering the territory of shadows, I reached the border between the pack and the lands of the banished. The atmosphere changed, laden with a denser and forbidden energy. Banished wolves, outcast creatures, maintained a marginal existence in this border realm.Using the ability to communicate with supernatural beings taught by Ignis, I began whispering ancient words, invoking the presence of the banished. The response came in the form of shifting shadows, circling our presence with curiosity and suspicion.“What do you seek, daughter of Garnet?” a deep, echoing voice emerged from the shadows, belonging to a banished wolf. Staring into the shadows, I spoke, “I need help with Fier