Richard looked at me with some kind of hope in his eyes, but he gets no mercy from me. “You wanted me at all costs, well now you are getting the raw and uncut me. I will be the last thing you see as you take your last breath. I only wish I was the one taking your miserable life, but the council gav
“Zell wait,” Kosta yelled out to me. I turned around and looked at him. “Can we talk?” he asked “The time to talk has passed. You should have talked to me before you gave me these with such enjoyment.” I said while pointing at all the marks on my stomach as I opened my coverup. “There is nothing
We made it back to my home pack. I was surprised to see so many pack members out to welcome me home. I was so focused when I was in school; I didn’t have many friends. I mainly interacted with the Warriors and the Elite team. My time was spent either studying or training. Khalis said that many of th
“Hillary and I are going to step out as well. Hillary doesn’t want to crowd you right now,” Zach said.“Ok. Hillary, I’m looking forward to having some girl time with you once I get settled,” I said to my sister-in-law.“I would like that,” Hillary said.Zach and Hillary leave the room together. Hil
“Well, that was something.” Beta James said,I looked at my Beta, then looked at my remaining pack members. Almost all of them were looking at me with disgust. The only person in the crowd smiling was Khalis. She looked both smug and terrified. She should be terrified. One thing I know about the roy
I knew early that she was my mate, but I was enjoying my life. I had several shewolves on rotation. Then my father forced me to take over as alpha and bring my Luna home to save our pack. I had to step up and be alpha. The pack had to come first. I knew that I was going to eventually settle down and
It’s been a couple of weeks now since Sapphire rejected Kosta and we have been at my parent’s pack. I have not been able to shake this depression. I have been spending most of my time in my room. My family has been trying to get me up and out of this room. I remember my second day back. My brother g
Just as I was about to ask again, I heard “Surprise biotch.” from my true best friend and Beta, Tara. “Tara!” I yell. “When? How?” I’m so excited I can barely formulate a dull sentence. I ran to Tara and jumped into her arms. “I guess that means you are happy to see me. As for when? I just got he
The tension from the confrontation with Anya still lingered as I stepped into the pack house, my senses buzzing with the heightened emotions of my pack. My mind replayed the scene outside—the way Anya had dared to challenge not just Terrance, but the very order of my pack itself. Sapphire growled so
"Zel, your mate will love you and your pup," Uncle Carlton reassures me. "If I were a second-chance mate, I’d love the pup as my own."Aunt Alice adds, "If Sapphire’s reaction is any indication, your mate is likely in our pack, which rules out him being an alpha from elsewhere."I nod. "Life’s about
As we continue our journey, we’re all in quiet contemplation. Remnants of our conversation linger in my mind, and there is a lot to process. Being part of a prophecy is kind of a big deal, and it comes with massive responsibility. Try as I might, I can’t figure out why so much pain has to come with
“So, Mom, what does the prophecy say, and how does it impact my children and future grandchildren?” I ask.“Let me just tell you the prophecy, and we’ll go from there. The prophecy says:When the Alpha Luna rises, betrayed by destiny, Her howl shall shatter the chains of tradition. Two heirs wil
Right now, our family has two dynasty packs. Mooncrest became a dynasty pack when my great-grandmother Lyria was mated to King Zasher. Well, that’s enough of a history lesson. I’m just so excited about returning to my pack, reconnecting with everyone, and being there full-time. There are some new tr
“Trust the process, Zel,” Sapphire says again, her voice like a steady anchor. “Regardless of anything else, I will support you and be there with you through it all.”I nod, taking a deep breath. I know she’s right. I have to trust the process. I have to let go of the past and move forward, even if
Bright and early the next morning, we all gather for breakfast. The air is crisp and fresh, the sun just beginning to peek over the horizon. There's an energy in the air that feels both new and comforting, like the start of something big. Timmon and Tara are preparing for their trip, getting ready t
As they meet under the arch, the pack elder steps forward to begin the blessing. His voice is deep, carrying a weight that settles over us like a comforting blanket. He speaks of the moon goddess, of loyalty, and of the bond that runs deeper than any ordinary love. He tells of the strength it takes
Aunt Alice carefully unzips the garment bag, and as she lifts the gown, it shimmers in the soft light, capturing everyone’s gaze. The dress is a warm, solid gold lace, intricate and delicate, each pattern sewn with the kind of care and skill that has kept it intact through six generations. The lace