I turned to Rose, my voice soft as I asked, “What are your interests?” Her lips curled into a sweet smile, and I watched as the shadow of disappointment left her face. That smile of hers—radiant and full of warmth—was captivating. She probably didn’t realize how mesmerizing she was when she laughed like that, a sound that seemed to come straight from her happiest memories. Her joy was infectious, and before I knew it, I was laughing with her.As the moment faded, I focused on her again. She was close—too close—her intoxicating vanilla-chocolate scent wrapping itself around me like a spell. There was a flicker of unease in her eyes, her lips pressed tightly together as though she was unsure. But that fleeting vulnerability only made me want her more.Rose suggested we go for a walk, and without hesitation, she helped me out of bed.Truthfully, I’d been able to walk since my third day in the hospital, but I leaned into her support anyway, relishing her proximity. That sweet, heady fragr
When Jack kissed me, I thought it would be like the kisses we had shared before—tentative, restrained, and oddly comforting. He kissed me well, careful not to make me uncomfortable. I didn’t resist, but I stood frozen, unsure of what to feel.However, this time, something was different. His kisses grew deeper, more urgent, and I felt his excitement intensify. His hand slipped beneath my dress, sending a jolt of alarm through me. Reflexively, I pressed my legs together, but my heart sank as I felt his arousal against my lower abdomen. He wanted more than a kiss.“What are you doing?” I asked, my voice trembling with unease.It wasn’t that I hated Jack. In some moments, I even thought of him as a good man buried under the weight of his actions. But none of that could erase what he had done. Jack had destroyed my family, murdered my father, and annihilated my pack. That bloodshed lay between us like an unbridgeable chasm. No matter how much I tried to rationalize his behavior, I couldn’t
Hilary’s povThe day Jack was gravely injured, I executed my plan with precision. Posing as a nurse, I called Lydia to deliver the fabricated news that her granddaughter’s condition had relapsed. It worked perfectly. I knew this would create an opportunity for Rose to escape.After ending the call, I waited anxiously at the entrance of the pack’s territory. Just as I had anticipated, Rose appeared with her sister, slipping away into the night. My heart surged with joy. From this moment forward, Jack would belong only to me.Later, I joined the rescue team searching for Jack. When we found him in the forest, his face was ashen, and he was barely clinging to life. Despite his condition, he raised a trembling hand to assure us, “I’m fine.”I fought back tears. Seeing him like this—broken and vulnerable—sent a stabbing pain through my chest. Jack was more than just our leader. He was the embodiment of strength, responsibility, and resilience. But here he was, only human after all, fragile
Loren’s Pov The assassins I had hired informed me that Jack had fled the territory of my pack after being gravely injured in the explosion. The site of the blast was far from the Blue Lagoon pack’s territory, and I was confident he wouldn’t survive the journey back. Even if he somehow made it out alive, his wounds would surely claim his life before he reached safety.Once Jack was confirmed dead, I would seize the opportunity to declare war and take control of his territory. My ambitions were within reach, and I was impatiently awaiting news of his demise.Yet days passed, and the Blue Lagoon pack remained silent. They had erased all information about Jack’s condition, leaving me in the dark. Nearly a week after the attack, I still hadn’t received confirmation of his death.Growing restless, I turned to Hilary, calling her every few days under the guise of collecting the money she owed me. In reality, I wanted information about Jack.“So, ask Jack,” I said during one call, deliberate
Jack’s povI thought I was finally going to claim Rose as mine that day. The desire had been simmering for so long, and I had believed we were on the verge of something irreversible. But then Hilary had barged in, her voice slicing through the moment like a blade.The bitter argument that followed killed whatever passion I had left. Hilary had crossed a line, and my anger surged. I sent her out, leaving her stunned and humiliated.From the corner of my eye, I saw Rose scrambling to dress, her movements frantic as she tried to cover herself. Her panic was palpable, her face pale and her eyes darting nervously. It was clear she wanted to escape.As soon as Hilary left, I turned to Rose, who was already at the door. Before she could slip away, I caught her.“Where are you going, huh?” I demanded, lifting her into my arms and placing her gently on the bed.Her body trembled against mine, her neck and collarbone marked with the evidence of our earlier intimacy. The fear in her eyes sent a
Rose’s povAfter spending several days in the hospital, Jack had recovered almost completely. Samuel told me that he would be discharged this afternoon, and though Jack often carried himself with a distant and indifferent demeanor, I knew that not acknowledging his return would only irritate him.I had to do something memorable. I couldn’t afford to let his mood sour, not when I needed his favor. Earning his approval meant everything right now—I had to make him happy enough to grant me permission to go to college.I left work early, thanks to a special request I made to Samuel, and returned to the villa. Though I wasn’t an exceptional cook, my brief interest in it back in the Maroon Hill pack gave me just enough skills to put together something special.After seasoning the roast chicken and placing it in the oven, I prepared a simple baked potato dish with cheese and a light salad. Before I realized it, night had fallen, and the villa was filled with the warm aroma of dinner.The soun
Time was slipping away—less than a month remained until the entrance exams. I had prepared for this exam over a year ago while still with the Maroon Hill pack, but my time as a slave to the Blue Lagoon pack had pushed those dreams far into the background.Now, with Jack’s unexpected support, a flicker of hope reignited in me.Every night after work, I poured myself into studying. It was a small blessing that the hospital had been quieter than usual, giving me a few extra hours to prepare. Still, the pile of textbooks and notes seemed insurmountable. Medicine had always been a challenging field, and now I felt the weight of lost time pressing down on me.One late night, I heard footsteps at my door. I looked up to see Jack standing in the doorway, his silhouette illuminated by the soft light of my desk lamp. He was carrying several large books in his hands, his expression unreadable.“It’s so late. Why haven’t you gone to bed?” he asked, his voice low and steady.“I don’t have much tim
Brad’s Point of View:-Flashback-The Blue Lagoon pack’s army had stormed the gates of the Maroon Hill territory. James had spent years tormenting their Alpha, so when the tables turned, there was no chance of mercy. The only path to survival was to escape.But James failed. Jack slaughtered him, claiming the victory he had sought. I survived by hiding beneath a pile of corpses, masking my scent with the blood of my fallen packmates. It was a horrifying ordeal, but it spared my life.After that, I became a wanderer, reduced to a shadow of my former self. James had made too many enemies, leaving me with nowhere to go. Every pack I encountered would kill me on sight if they discovered who I was. My refuge became an abandoned forest at the borders of three territories. Food was scarce, and danger was constant.Last month, while hunting in the forest, I was captured by men from the Black Basin pack.I thought it was the end, that they’d kill me without hesitation, but instead, I was broug
Jack’s point of view:Today was the day when the pack of dark marshes would arrive to discuss cooperation with my pack, in accordance with our agreement.In the afternoon, the roar of the engines announced the arrival of a large number of cars entering through the front door. Alpha Paul's car took the lead, the cars of his subordinates faithfully following.I must admit that the Dark Swamp Pack. was as rich as the rumours claimed. All the cars that entered the pack area were limited edition versions with spectacular finishes, each shining proudly in the sunlight.At that time, the cars stopped. A driver got out of the first car and rushed to open the back door, revealing a man apparently in his forties adorned with gold jewellery from head to toe. As he stood under the sun, the jewels shone with a blinding yellow light that almost left me stunned. He wore so much jewellery that it only served to make his already heavy figure appear. There was also the fact that it was almost forty deg
Zoe’s point of view:"Is that all?" Not wanting to concede, I whispered in André's ear with a false threatening voice: "If you dare to lie to me, you will suffer a lot tonight!”Something must have happened between him and Ruby.André wrapped his arms around my shoulders and easily held me in his arms. He bit my earlobe and sniffed with pleasure. "I didn't hide anything from you. I'll tell you more when we get to my room. There are too many people here. Werewolves have the most sensitive ears."André pulled me into his room. As soon as the door closed behind us, he pushed me on the bed and kissed me Deeply. We hadn't had sex for a long time. Every time we smelled each other, we were excited."Don't try to dodge my question with a few kisses. What is your relationship with Ruby? Is she your ex-girlfriend?" With an annoyed expression, I pinched André's chin, turned him around and pressed him against the mattress.André wiped the lipstick I had left on his lips, grabbed my finger from hi
Zoe’s point of view:"Good morning, Zoe." Karen gave me a brief greeting in an icy tone, her face devoid of any welcoming expression. She barely glanced at me when she sat down at the table, took a knife and a fork and started her dinner.The atmosphere during dinner was quite relaxed. All around, it was pleasant. It was obvious that the Red Snow Pack did not have obtuse rules that would make life miserable. I was enjoying the food with André and his family when Karen’s sudden question broke the warm peace. She turned to me, her voice rather tense as she asked me: "Are you really going to marry my brother in the future?”Silence fell around the dinner table. All eyes were on André and me, looking at us quietly while they waited for our answer.A stern look coloured André's face.Frowning, he gave Karen a disapproving look and answered in a firm tone that allowed no objection:"Of course we will get married. Zoe is my companion."But Ruby seemed categorical to sow discord. She replied:
Zoe’s point of view:André and I travelled by plane. The Red SnowPack was only a little far from the Blue Lagoon Pack. We would arrive in an hour.The plane glided gently through the clouds. The burning sun was so close that I felt that I could reach out and touch it."Nervous?" Andre got closer until his face was a few centimetres from mine. A small smile played on his lips. He grabbed my hand, brought it closer to his lips and kissed it.I looked away from him, my stomach knotting with discomfort. I tried to remove my fingers from his grip. "Stay away from me. Don't be so sticky. You have me stuck like glue all day.”"I haven't seen you in ages since you went to the north." André's eyes widened pitifully. I had never realised before that his eyes could become so big. He timidly got even closer to me, hugged me and kissed me on the cheek. "You didn't miss me too?”"Of course I missed you. Put yourself back in your place now." My mind was only occupied by thoughts about how I would de
Rose’s point of view:The day after Olivia’s big wedding, we all returned to the Blue Lagoon Pack. We had fulfilled our mission, and therefore gained a moment of respite. Finally, it was time to go home.There were only a few days left before the end of my summer vacation. The storrid heat of the sun gradually decreased as the autumn approached. With all the chaos that had occurred, I had no time to read the books. Now that my vacation was coming to an end, I had to prepare for my new semester.The first thing I did after my return to the Blue Lagoon Pack was to lock myself in the room and study. There were so many things that I had to cover! So focussed that I was in my studies, I didn't hear the strong blow at my door. It was only when someone opened the door and entered the room that I realised it. Zoe stood in front of me, looking at me curiously."Zoe? Why are you here?""What are you so busy with? You look really exhausted! You even have dark circles under your eyes." After sayi
Olivia’s point of view:I shook my head smiling. The truth was that I was very happy. I could see the amount of thought Leo had put into this marriage. I am very satisfied. I was suddenly thinking of something from the past. But I still believe that this marriage was too extravagant and useless. Once we finished our first dance, the dance floor began to fill up quickly. Beautiful dresses rubbed against each other and their swirling hems were as beautiful as blooming flowers.The music was beautiful. Leo’s eyes shone with tenderness. He slowed down and wrapped his arms around my waist. As he approached me, his smell of mint surrounded me. He remarked: "I heard that your first marriage took place during the war a long time ago. I'm sure it had to be arranged very quickly. I just wanted to catch up on everything you missed at the time."I looked down, knowing that Leo was trying to comfort me. The reason for this sloppy marriage had nothing to do with the ongoing war. Aaron didn't love m
Olivia’s point of view:Three days later, the wedding took place in a baroque-style hotel in the city centre.The hotel was retro style and beautiful, and it was the only one of its kind in the whole modern shopping centre.As soon as I entered the banquet hall, striking decorations and sculptures appeared, which complemented the colourful murals on the walls. The huge opulent crystal chandelier sparkled. Silver and gold cutlery was placed on the long tables and beautiful red roses were cunningly placed in a vase. In a corner, several men dressed in tuxedos tuned the saxophones and violins between their Hands, indicating that the luxurious wedding was ready to begin.Bailiffs had been appointed to lead the guests to their seats, and a wide variety of appetisers were served on the tables. Everything was very well organised, beautiful and romantic.All the guests of the other packs could not help but whisper and sigh when they saw this spectacular atmosphere."It's time to change, Alpha
Olivia’s point of view:The date of the wedding ceremony was approaching. However, Leo and I were still arguing about the place.Leo suggested booking a high-end hotel in the city. But I just wanted a simple wedding on a lawn. I just wanted to entertain several relatives, friends and alumni of our packs.“I accepted your proposal to have a full-fledged wedding ceremony. But I already told you that I hate all this pomp and splendour. We should just have a simple wedding outside. This will be enough to convince the members of our packs and the other Alphas."I was stunned when I saw the cost of booking a high-end hotel in the city. "This hotel is too expensive. Although the Wouri River Pack can afford it, we're just going to have a fictional marriage. It is not wise to burn our money. Maybe one day in the future, you will meet someone you love more. You should keep that money for her."I would have loved to tell Leo that I didn't deserve all this.Leo’s eyes darkened a little, but his v
Rose’s point of view:After putting Bennet to rest, we returned to the Wouri River Pack with Mika and Alan. Now that everything was settled, it was time for us to return to the Blue Lagoon Pack.Alan was homeless now. I didn't know if he would agree to come back with us.I asked him: "What are you going to do in the future? Since you don't know magic, I don't think you can attend a wizarding school. And if you go to a human school, you will have no place to live. My suggestion is that you come back to the Blue Lagoon Pack with us and go to school there. If you want to pursue something else, we can talk once you're grown up."Alan thought about it for a moment and quickly replied: "I will come back with you. I have nowhere to go, and I don't have sorcerer friends either. At least I'll have Zoes company in the Blue Lagoon Pack. I can also ask her to keep me informed of the wizarding world.There is no war in the wizarding world at the moment. However, thorough-blood wizards and hybrid w