ALPHA RYDER'S POV____________________________My gaze fixed on her as she coiled around the strip pole like a deity in the moonlight. She was cautious, like a novice, but her bare body was sexually alluring, enough to keep me glaring for a long time. At this point, there was no one else I could notice in the club except for her. Her scent. The sweat dripping from her body crammed my nose and her earthy smell almost smothered me to my seat. I longed to touch her, to feel her skin, to know the secrets that lay within. I had never perceived her type of pheromones in my entire life. It was fresh, raw, and natural, and had a different kind of flavor. I could almost taste it on my lips.She didn't smell like a beta, gamma, delta, or omega. Who was she? Where was she from? My heart ached with every beat, she was distant, out of reach and so I sit here, lost in desire."25 minutes is a long time to be glued on a stripper"I hadn't realized how much time I had spent gaping at her. She had b
CHARIA'S POVTwo weeks earlier._________________Our chef ran at full speed into the kitchen and I almost threw the knife I was holding at her. She stopped her chase when she saw me knock down on my knees in panic. "Are you okay?" She rushed over to me but I pushed her, slightly upset for scaring me. "I'm sorry" she quickly apologized before I could say a word."It's fine" I wasn't fond of getting angry and not even at Melissa. She was the only reason I was still surviving in this house, she was my safe space. Getting pissed with her would only be my problem, moreover, she always had a good reason for anything she did. "What happened?" I asked as I struggled to get on my feet."Your father wants to see you, instantly" There was more emphasis on the last word.Fear gripped me immediately. "What did you say?" Like I didn't hear her the first time. She looked terrified too, scared for me. This had never happened before."Is he still with the council?" I asked rubbing my sweaty palm on m
______________________________Appalling. It seemed I wasn't the only one surprised at the words my father uttered, My mother and Delphi both looked at my Father in shock too. It was obvious he made this decision on his own. Not like they were part of his decision-making, but at least they were always the first to hear it. "Lugard, What do you mean?" My mother, Vera Wolfenstein asked him. "You know she cannot do that, that's her virginity at risk" My mother truly seemed concerned about me. "She has to be ...sexually active to do that" she whispered as if the words would hurt me if I heard them."But her pheromones can just come from her sweat right?" Delphi asked. So I thought too."That's not enough to hold the Alpha down" Alpha Lugard roared."I can't let you do this Lugard," my mother stood against my father. "Charia would never secrete any more in her life again. You know she needs her pheromone to find her mate " I didn't understand why the mother was so bothered about my virgi
________________________________Time flew faster like it was waiting for my death too. I was about to accept my fate. Alpha Lugard continuously reminded me of my mission and gave specific orders. He was so interested in my downfall - my father, my 'pride'.Melissa was of great help the past few days. Spending my last days with her was a treasure to me, she made jokes with me and made sure I slept happily. She also taught me some biology lessons on releasing my pheromones.She brought in all of Alpha Ryder's pictures she printed from the internet one morning and threw them on my bed."What is this?" I asked her rising from my bed. I had cried myself to sleep the previous night, but she came to my room beaming with smiles. I was forced to let out a small laugh too.Melissa shut the door tightly and locked them with keys. She giggled when she jumped on my bed. "Do you like it?" She asked."Like what?" I picked up the printed photo from the bed and skimmed through each of them."He's so
As the music started, I watched the stripper in front of me closely. She was in the spotlight at the moment, so I was lucky to just watch her from behind without getting noticed. She stood on her feet hip-width apart, grasping the pole with both hands. I did the same as her. She then slowly brought her right foot forward and took a small step to the side. Then, she moved her left foot to the pole and spin around the pole, bringing her right leg outwards in a circular motion. I tried that too, but it was tougher than I thought it could be. I was used to dancing at home since that was the only thing I could do in my room, but this was nothing like that. Although, Father had me take some stripping dance lessons two weeks before the day of this job. I wasn't good, but I had an idea of what this was all about and I just followed the instructions carefully. She bent her knees a little and slide down the pole until she reached the bottom. That was the hardest for me and I guaranteed that I
_With all courage left in me and the decision to finally face death, I opened the door to Alpha Ryder's room. I walked in heads low, a few steps, and closed the door. I gathered all the strength I had to raise my head and looked at him this close.He stood there, our eyes meeting. His alluring beauty had no match or trace. He captivated me in his presence with grace. His charm and wit ensnare me in delight. He was truly how the rumors described. As I admired this beautiful soul, he charged at me with a sublime force, pinning me to the door and holding my neck rigorously. I was scared by his approach and when his claws pierced into my skin, I groaned in pain, but he suddenly soften his grip.I raised my head to look up at him. His red eyes sparked continuously, his face so smooth, his lips…his breath…he was so close to me I wasn't thinking anymore. His eyes fixed on me like I was some sort of mystery. He then touched my lips with his thumb. Not only did my whole body shake, but there
Disappointment is a bitter pill to swallow. A pain that cut deep leaving me hollow. High expectations, outcome low. My disappointment lingers in the house like a storm cloud. My father growls weakening my knees. He asked for an explanation, but I was too scared to speak. "Charia!" It was a warning tone."I'll speak" I immediately said. The thunder outside still clapped loudly and the rain increased, I couldn't afford to be thrown out of the house tonight. "I. I didn't. I did what you said father, I lured Alpha Ryder with my scent""And what happened next?""He..he came close to me and I..i..tried to use the dagger to…I couldn't father..my hands were trembling, I. I was scared.""He saw your face and registered your scent? Charia that's so bad" Delphi whimpered just to make my situation worse. She was never going to be on my side, she would do anything to get father to punish the living wolf out of me."I didn't tell him where I was from.." I tried to defend myself, facing my father
ALPHA RYDER'S POVI, Alpha Ryder, had never been one to lose control of my desires. I was the epitome of self-discipline and restraint, always keeping my passions in check. The rumors in the magazine had a lot to say about me but I knew myself better than anyone. I had pretty and sexy betas around me, who would kill to have me, but I only went for the ones that took my interest. Most of the time, only one beta always catches my eye somehow. But all that changed the day I met the wolfsbane dagger girl.It's been a week and I haven't been able to get over that night where I almost died at the hands of a lady with the wolfsbane dagger whom I knew nothing about and who tried to kill me and still saved me too because she was scared. I wasn't angry at her plans and all I wanted to know was her pack. What pack could behold such special beauty, a special smell that I didn't know about in the city? My mind hadn't taken a rest since that night. I see her in my dreams all the time, her beautiful
FINAL CHAPTERCHARIA'S POV.______________A few days ago when it happened right in my eyes, and I stood there, watching the outcome of the intense battle between Ryder and Ryker, I couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions. Happiness washed over me as I realized that the wild wolf Ryker, who had caused so much chaos and confusion, was finally gone. The house was now filled with a sense of peace that had been absent for far too long. My heart swelled with joy at having my Ryder back by my side, where he belonged.But amidst the joy, there was a tinge of sorrow. Ryder had been forced to take his own brother's life, a burden that no one should have to bear. I approached him, my voice filled with so much condolence, "Ryder, I'm so sorry you had to do what you did. I know it was a difficult decision, but please know that I'm here for you, and we will navigate this together."He looked at me with a mixture of gratitude and pain in his eyes, and he squeezed my hand gently. "Thank you, Chari
Melissa's Pov________I felt so delighted everything was over and the imposter was finally buried in ashes a few days ago. But the one thing I did not feel relaxed with was Peter's attitude towards me and then when he invited me for a date to talk about it, I was relieved.Peter had been acting awkward since all this was over and I needed an explanation on why he was doing that to only me. He walked into the private place where our tables and food were placed and I stood in respect. He asked me to sit back and apologized for being late."I'm so glad you set this date up for us" I nervously smiled.Peter and I spent months of vacation together and in my entire existence have never felt or experienced something as sweet as that. It was the best moment of my life and I wouldn't trade Peter for anything."Yeah. I'm glad too" he responded. "I have something to say to you Melissa" his face wasn't friendly and he really looked bothered.I was scared, and my heart beat faster. I had no idea
______The room fell silent as Ryder and Ryker locked eyes, the tension between them noticeable. The air crackled with a mix of anger, resentment, and a deep-seated rivalry that had been festering for years. This was the moment where the brothers would engage in a battle of words, each determined to prove their superiority.Ryker, his voice laced with smug confidence, began, "Ryder, you've always been the obedient one, the one who followed the rules. But you see, being a wild wolf means embracing our instincts fully. Feasting on the flesh of other wolves, tasting their blood, it's in our nature. It's what sets us apart, makes us powerful."Ryder's eyes flashed with indignation. "Being a wild wolf doesn't mean losing our humanity, Ryker. We can control our urges and live harmoniously with our wolf nature. If you want to fully embrace the wild, then shed your human form and go live in the forest."Ryker scoffed, his tone dripping with sarcasm. "Oh, and you think you're better because yo
_______Late at night, Ryder changed his mind. After thoroughly thinking about things, he decided not to stay one more hour at Emily's place and so he called for Melissa and asked that they leave.Ryder and Melissa carefully made their way out of Emily's house, staying in the shadows and avoiding any attention. They knew they had to be cautious to ensure a successful escape. As they reached the back gate, Melissa glanced around to make sure no one was watching. Satisfied with the coast being clear, she motioned for Ryder to follow her.They hurriedly made their way through the dark alleys, their hearts pounding with a mixture of fear and determination. Ryder's mind was filled with a whirlwind of emotions as he thought about Charia and the possibility of her being with his twin brother, Ryker. He couldn't shake off the feeling of betrayal, yet a twinkle of hope remained within him that everything Emily had said was a lie.Melissa led them to a secluded spot where Emily's car was parked
Ryker's Pov____ ___My mind was preoccupied with thoughts of Charia and the disheartening news I had just received.As I paced restlessly in the room, contemplating my next move, the door swung open, and a maid entered to serve me food.I didn't need any of that. I didn't need any of the things Emily was offering me, I just wanted to know the truth and how the situation was. I dismissed the maid with a wave of my hand, but as she turned to leave, she called out my name, and I heard her say. "Alpha Ryder"Something about her voice struck a chord of familiarity within me and recognition dawned upon me—it was Melissa.Quickly, I turned over to her and she removed the veil she used on her face. "What are you doing here?" I had to ask.She hurriedly locked the door, ensuring our privacy. "What going on?""Ssshh!" She said putting her fingers on her lips. "I'm sorry" she quickly apologized for the attitude. "We need to talk quietly so Emily would not hear us," she said."Where Charia, wh
___________________Ryder's eyes fluttered open, his head throbbing with residual pain from the accident. As his senses slowly returned, he took in his surroundings, realizing he was in an unfamiliar room. Confusion washed over him, and his thoughts immediately turned to Charia. Where was she? He hadn't seen her since he was rushed to the hospital.Just then, the door swung open, and Emily entered the room, a wide smile on her face that didn't reach her eyes. Ryder's gaze locked onto her, desperation was evident in his voice. "Ryder! Oh, my dear Ryder, you're finally awake! I've missed you so much."Ryder said with a strained voice "Where... Where am I? This doesn't look like home. Emily?""Emily... What's going on? Why am I here? Where's Charia? I need to see her.""Ryder, you just woke up, take your mind off something like that""No. I need answers. Where's Charia?"Emily hesitated for a moment, her eyes darting away briefly before meeting his gaze again. She took a deep breath, he
Charia's Pov_____The door to the room was knocked on severally and I struggled to open the door very early in the morning. I was surprised to see Delphi standing in front of me."Some of the elders are here to see Ryder…Ryker. I haven't been announced officially, so you'll need to be beside him for the meeting." She tried to walk out. I dragged her back."Delphi. You know the truth and you chose to stay with him?""Stay out of it""Delphi, you know my kind heart towards you. If you wanted something you know I would strive hard to get it for you.""I already have it. You destroyed my family and I will destroy yours"I didn't need to argue with her anymore. Delphi already made up her mind about me and her decisions. I walked over to the meeting room where Ryder always held meeting with the elders, I met Ryker sitting on Ryder's spot already and it pricked me like a needle.One of the elders started the meeting with a wolf chant and then stated the cause of the gathering.The meeting
Melissa's Pov______After a terrible round of sex with the head guard, he let me sleep and rest in his room as he went to his duty. Yesterday I wasn't able to hang around because he didn't want Emily to see me and ask where I was from and so I stayed an extra night.After I had taken a shower and gotten an hour's rest. I stood up in the middle of the night and walked toward the room I saw Alpha Ryder in earlier. Luckily for me, he was alone. I was careful to confirm his privacy before I stepped in. But I could hear the sound of showers in the bathroom and I assumed Emily was in there. I walked towards him and tapped his skin trying to wake him up. I whispered his name, but he wouldn't hear. I tapped harder looking around so I wouldn't be caught.He turned in his sleep and his eyes flashed a bit. "Yes, yes, wake up" whispered.The shower suddenly went off and I ran out of the room very carefully, leaving the door opened a bit.I cautiously peered through the crack in the door, my hea
______Ryker and Delphi sat outside the mansion, the moon hung high in the night sky, casting a glow over the surroundings. While they spoke and the moon shone further on his skin, Ryker, no longer able to restrain his primal instincts, felt an uncontrollable rise of power through his veins. The moon's influence had taken hold of him once more, and this time, he wanted blood and flesh.Delphi stood beside him, her eyes wide with a mix of fear and disbelief. She had suspected the truth, but witnessing the transformation firsthand was a shock beyond cognition. She watched as he turned into a wild wolf, his growl harsh and scary. There was only one person she had seen this way and it was Dwight. She was overwhelmed at this sight and began to think of what was said to her by Charia yesterday.As Ryker fought to maintain control, he could see the fear etched on her face."Alpha Ryder, what is going on?" She moved away from him."Delphi," he growled, his voice strained with the struggle ag