Luna Essa entered the prison, her footsteps slow and deliberate as they echoed through the dimly lit hallway. The cold air inside the stone-walled cell was stifling, almost suffocating. She came to a stop in front of Katie’s cell, her eyes narrowing as she took in the sight of the young woman curled up in the far corner, asleep under a thin blanket. For a moment, Luna Essa stood there, watching her, thinking of how different things could have been if Katie had made better choices. But that time had passed. Now, there was no turning back. Finally, she cleared her throat, the sound slicing through the silence like a knife. Katie stirred, eyes blinking open in panic. She jolted upright, heart pounding, but as her bleary eyes focused on Luna Essa, the tension in her body eased. The fear gave way to recognition, and she slowly crawled toward the bars, her hands gripping the cold iron as she bowed her head. "Good morning, Luna," Katie whispered, her voice hoarse from disuse. S
Luna Essa stood by the hospital door, her hand resting on the handle as she silently observed the scene inside. The room was dim, the curtains drawn, casting soft shadows over the space. Gregory sat beside Emma’s bed, his posture slumped, his hands gently holding Emma’s lifeless fingers. His gaze was fixed on her, as if willing her to open her eyes. The exhaustion was etched into his face—red eyes, heavy bags beneath them from sleepless nights, and a pale complexion that only added to his weariness. Luna sighed softly before stepping into the room. "Gregory," she called gently, "you need to get some rest. You haven’t slept in days." Gregory lifted his head slowly, his tired eyes meeting his mother’s gaze. “Mother…” His voice was thick, hoarse, and filled with pain. "She’s… she’s not waking up." Luna walked closer to him, her heart aching for her son, but she kept her voice calm. "Just give it some time, Gregory. She’s been through a lot. Maybe she just needs more tim
Gregory walked into the house, the weight of the past few days evident in his tired eyes and slouched shoulders. His steps were slow, deliberate, as though each movement took more energy than he had. The door to his room creaked open, and he stepped inside, the familiar scent of home surrounding him. Without thinking, he reached for his shirt and pulled it off, tossing it on the bed with little care. The exhaustion clung to him like a second skin. After a brief pause, he headed back downstairs. His throat was dry, the weight of the last few hours heavy on him. When he reached the kitchen, he opened the fridge and grabbed a bottle of water. The coolness of the drink soothed him momentarily. As he closed the fridge, preparing to leave the kitchen, he heard a loud gasp. “Ah! Alpha!” a startled voice called out. Gregory turned to see Lizzy, one of the cooks, standing at the entrance of the kitchen with wide eyes, clearly taken aback by his sudden appearance. She bowed her h
Georgory’s heart raced as they neared the pack prison. His mind was swimming with questions, but the one at the forefront escaped his lips as they came to a stop in front of the iron gates. “What’s going on, Daniel? Why is Eve locked up in the pack prison? What the hell is happening?” Georgory demanded, his voice filled with confusion and a hint of rising anger. He turned to face Daniel, then shifted his gaze to Eve, who sat slumped against the cold stone wall of the cell, her face a picture of unconscious defeat. The sight only deepened his frustration. Daniel remained calm, though his eyes carried the weight of the revelation he was about to drop. “This is what I wanted to show you first,” Daniel said, his voice steady but serious. “But Georgory, I need you to hear it for yourself. If I tell you now, it might be hard for you to believe.” Georgory clenched his fists. “What are you talking about?” he snapped, his patience wearing thin. “I don’t have time for this. I need to g
Gregory stood before the hospital ward, his hand resting on the door handle. He inhaled deeply, trying to steady his nerves. Breathe in, breathe out, he told himself, but the pounding of his heart seemed to drown out the calming rhythm. After what felt like an eternity, he finally twisted the handle and stepped inside. The moment he entered, his eyes landed on Emma. She was sitting up in bed, her face lit up by a radiant smile as she chatted with his mother, who sat beside her. The warmth of their interaction sent a burst of emotions surging through him, and Gregory momentarily froze in place, feeling both relieved and unnerved at the same time. His mother was the first to notice him. "Oh, Gregory," she said softly, glancing from him to Hema. "I’ll leave you two alone for a bit." She rose from her chair, gently patting Emma’s hand. As she approached Gregory, she stopped for a moment by his side, tapping his shoulder. “Take your time,” she whispered before quietly leaving t
Inside the nursery, the soft hum of the ceiling fan was the only sound until Darren’s loud cries broke the calm. Emma sat in the rocking chair, carefully feeding her firstborn, Darren, whose appetite always seemed insatiable. His little mouth latched tightly onto her breast, and she winced as he hungrily suckled. The alpha boy was a handful—always loud, always hungry. His twin brother Derek wasn’t much different, while their little omega sister, Delilah, was much quieter, content with small feedings before drifting back to sleep. Just as Darren began to settle, the door creaked open. Gregory stepped in, his usual smirk on his face. “Still feeding?” he asked, rubbing his temple dramatically. “Can’t I just have a moment of peace with my mate?” Emma chuckled, her laughter light and tired. “Gregory, are you jealous of your own sons again?” Gregory crossed the room and gently picked up Derek, who immediately snuggled into his father’s chest. “Jealous? I’m not jealous. It’s
The morning sun rose high over the grounds of the TMN pack house, casting golden rays over the large gathering that had assembled. Over 1,000 pack members crowded the space, their excited whispers blending with the playful sounds of children running around. Despite the air of anticipation, there was tension too—today, the fate of Eve, Katie and Miranda would be decided. Both women had been implicated in the kidnapping and abuse of their Luna, Emma, a crime considered unforgivable within the pack. Emma was not present at the gathering. Gregory had insisted on keeping her away, preferring to shield her from the weight of the event. Instead, he stood tall and authoritative on the podium, his presence commanding the attention of every wolf in attendance. His sharp eyes scanned the crowd, his aura exuding power as the voices slowly died down. “Good morning, members of TMN pack,” Gregory’s voice boomed, echoing across the grounds. Silence fell immediately, and all eyes tur
Gregory’s kiss deepened, his lips firm yet gentle as they claimed hers. Emma’s hands instinctively found their way to his chest, her fingers curling into the fabric of his shirt. The warmth of his skin beneath her touch sent a shiver up her spine, and she could feel the steady beat of his heart quickening in response to her nearness. His hands continued their slow ascent, pushing the robe further open, exposing more of her bare skin. The cool air brushed against her, a sharp contrast to the heat that radiated between them. Gregory’s mouth left hers only to trail down the curve of her jaw, his lips and tongue teasing the sensitive skin of her neck. Each touch sent a jolt of pleasure coursing through her, making it impossible for her to think of anything else but him. Her breath hitched as his hands finally reached her breasts, cupping them with a tenderness that belied the hunger in his gaze. He lowered his head, his lips finding her collarbone, and then lower still, h