“Up Up buttercup.” Tara yelled, “Since you felt the need to do nothing but wallow for the last few weeks, how about we run until I say stop? You need to get the kinks out.’ I sigh and look at my family to rescue me. “No need to look at them. No one can save you. You are mine for the next couple of
The more I ran, the more I realized that I made it easy for Khalis to manipulate me and Kosta to use me. I was so socially immature and lived with my head in the clouds and books. I was a prodigy and considered a genius. I did not know how to relate to others when I was a pup, but like other wolves,
I’m not sure how long we have been running, but it gave me time and space to put some things in perspective. Khalis has a lot to answer for and me mopping around is not getting me any closer to making her pay for the years of betrayal. I can either keep beating myself up out being blind or I can get
“If I heard you right, you denied yourself and Sapphire and made both of you decrease your presence. Yeah, so how did that work out for you?” “So now you are quoting the human TV host, Dr. Phill. Seriously Tara?” “That was a legit question. You basically became a different person and lowered yours
“I don’t know Tara. Somewhere along the way, loving Kosta became more important to me than being who the goddess created me to be,” I said sadly. “I am a female alpha in my own right. I am royal, and I don’t have to apologize for being strong. I don’t have to apologize for being excellent. It is jus
I have had a lot of time to thank over the last couple of weeks. My parents have moved back to the pack and have taken over as alpha and luna. While they are focusing on the administration of the pack, I have been focusing on the security of the pack. In a sense, I have been performing the duties of
Again, there is nothing I can say about that. So I just walk to my office and see my father and beta sitting at the conference table looking stressed. My mother is sitting at the computer and I can tell she is not happy. “What’s going on?” I asked the room. “We are still trying to fix your fuck up
“Kosta, we were trained the same thing and at the same time, but it seems like you did not retain any of the information. Did you even pay attention to the information being presented?” My beta asked. “You do know that Zell and Sapphire are special right?” “Yes, I know that Zell was moon blessed, b
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