I felt a gentle caress on my face.My whole body was sore and my head felt heavy. But despite the uncomfortable feeling, I was forced to open my eyes and was surprised to see the handsome face of my mate, staring at me with so much love while his arms were around me, pulling me into a warm cuddle.“Good morning, love…” he whispered in his raspy voice as he tucked my hair behind my ears.It felt surreal. To wake up in the morning with the man I love and see that gentleness on his face I had never seen before. Tenderness and affection were not in Alpha Hunter’s vocabulary. He was always described as a ruthless and heartless ruler of the Pack. But the Moon Goddess gave me that one opportunity to see a rare side of him that he never showed to anyone. And even with that scar on his face, he was still the most handsome guy who captivated me in a heartbeat.My hand reached for his face, but he caught it, not wanting me to touch the mark that the Lester Alpha left on his face. There was a fla
“Alpha Hunter!”Hunter and I stopped when a familiar voice called him from behind.It was my brother. Troy.After imprisoning myself in the master’s bedroom for two days, I never thought it would be this awkward to see my brother again, knowing that our father was gone. As quickly as I could, I looked at his face and saw that same mourning look in his baggy, dark eyes, showing that he, as well, had difficult moments adjusting to the truth. It gave me a guilty feeling and wished I had been brave enough to comfort the only family I had left.We both averted our eyes from each other, still not comfortable to look into each other’s faces.“Troy,” Alpha Hunter was not surprised to see him now that my brother was one of the members of the new council of the Midnight Pack. Of course, they had been demanding his presence for the past two days after he won from Carter Brooks. But as a kind and concerned mate, he chose to stay with me and made sure I was okay after my Dad’s burial.“I think it’
“How was the meeting? Did the council side with him?”“Of course they should, Macy. They have no choice,” I murmured to my best friend as we walked towards one of the empty tables in the Pack’s cafeteria. Everyone was busy with their training and Alpha Hunter managed them himself so that meant we did not have much time for each other since after the council meeting in the war room.She gently put her tray of food down on the table. Today’s menu was vegetable salad and a steak, which was my favorite, she sighed as she whispered, “I can’t believe this is truly happening. I thought Midnight Pack was finally out of somebody else’s war. But I guess it can’t help…”It sounded a little off so I frowned, “So you think Carter was a better leader?”“No!” she replied, a little surprised. She shook her head and realized her words were inappropriate, “I’m sorry. I am just worried about what might happen, Cassy. You know many people’s lives will also be at stake. I am just—”“I understand,” I held
“What’s happening!?”Alpha Hunter and I rushed inside the main hall of the now-called Albrect Mansion and I gasped when I saw how crowded it was. The first people I recognized were my brother, Troy, and the Head of the Council, Domitian with a bunch of sentinel werewolves and five men kneeling in front of Alpha Hunter wearing all black clothes.They have the fire insignia of the Black Haw Pack.“They demand to see you, Alpha,” Domitian looked at Alpha Hunter with a pale face and I saw the terror in his eyes. I had a feeling he was thinking that those men were messengers of war and that Weston’s men had already advanced, planning to make Midnight Territory their battleground.I saw how Alpha Hunter’s face turned enraged as he recognized those men and the knuckles on his fist turned white, “What is your objective of entering this place, Amos?”The man in the middle bowed his head and then spoke through the close facemask that hid only half of his face, “We are here for you, Alpha Hunter
“I can’t believe you just did that…”“Did what?”Did all of these!”I had been smiling the whole day as everyone celebrated Hunter and I’s union of hearts which I never expected. I couldn’t believe Alpha Hunter conspired with everyone to make this very special day perfect for both of us.Because since that day, I was finally the official Luna of his Pack!After the stunning and emotional ceremony, all the invited feasted with us in the vast backyard of the Albrecht Mansion. And Macy and my brother embraced me tight and the whole council congratulated us. It was a different approach and treatment I encountered from the leaders of the Midnight Pack, unlike the elders of the Black Haw who despised me ever since I stepped inside their territory. Werewolves of the Midnight pack believe in kindness and peace. It just happened that the Brooks Clan reigned for so many years and finally ended the war with its enemies until Carter ruined his family’s reputation. Carter’s overconfidence and l
[MONICA’s Point-of-View] “Is it true? that Alpha Hunter managed tae win th' midnight territory?” I poured more drinking water into Sr. Brochan’s cup and he emptied it in one swig—some of it poured down his thick brown beard and I felt bad that the poor old man had been in the dungeon since Weston captured both of us. The only thing that I was grateful for about what happened was the good news that Miss Clark survived and got out of the Black Haw territory alive. The Moon Goddess heard all my prayers. “Yes. I guess she and that silver-haired guy who looked like Alpha Hunter helped her get him out of the Lester Dungeon. I knew Miss Clark would always find a way. She never knew how to give up.” Sir Brochan scoffed and the sound echoed inside the small space of the dungeon, “That jimmy ye said that looked lik' Alpha Hunter?” he gave me a stern look, “That is actually his half-brother who he sent to th' dungeons o' the far north. Am not sure how come that jimmy cam back. His presence
“Monica, you have to join us for tonight.”No. I didn’t think I would like to eat with Flavius Lester at the same table.But I had to make sure Weston was happy with me. I was the only person who genuinely cared for him in this place and I had to make sure that Flavius won’t put any more dangerous thoughts and manipulation in my mate’s head.“S-Sure, honey,” I smiled at him and straightened the collar of his shirt, “Of course, I will have dinner with you and your friends. I just need to do something first.”He frowned but there was a smile on his face, glad of my answer, “Like what?”I gave him a sultry, teasing look as I pulled him close towards me and planted a soft kiss on his lips, “Like choosing a perfect dress for my soon-to-be Alpha.” I purred to him.“That’s great, honey.” I saw that lust in his eyes as he pulled me against him and he bit my ear gently, teasingly, “Impress me.”With a giggle, I pulled away from him and winked, “I will.” then I went straight to the hallway, lea
“Oh no…no…”All the colors on my face disappeared and there was a hollow feeling in my chest as I looked down on my friend’s body. She was covered in blood and had several wounds on her shoulders and thighs. Was she still breathing? I touched her arm with my trembling fingers and felt her pulse.Yes. She was still alive! But her pulse was very weak!“Go! She can still make it if we send her to the healers! Quick, Hunter!” I cried as tears streamed down my face, “Save her!”My husband kissed the top of my head first and growled, “I will do everything I can, Cassandra. You go see your brother. He needs you.”Murmurs of the people who watched the awful scene filled my ears and I felt like exploding. I couldn’t understand what was happening! Monica was Weston’s mate for Goddess’ sake! Did Weston do this?! Was he really out of his mind?!“T-Troy! What happened?!” I ran towards him and forced him to look at my face. Troy seemed not himself though. Just like my husband, he was also covered i
It was a nightmare I refused to believe.How many times did I think that Weston came after my husband’s life, scared that he would betray Hunter again? Was I a monster after I thought about all of those horrible accusations about Weston who just sacrificed himself for his best friend?Monica’s scream shattered my heart into tiny million pieces as I watched my husband stand, his face dark and his eyes crimson red as he jumped to the one with a metal claw and sank his teeth into its shoulders, pulling its limb away from its body. The whole crowd was still silent after witnessing Weston’s death but Flavius’ mental laughter didn’t stop until Hunter let out an ear-splitting howl of anguish as he picked the metal claw and sent it flying straight to where Flavius was sitting.I felt like my throat tightened and dried when I watched how the same weapon that killed Weston pierced through Flavius’ chest and killed the old man in an instant, stopping him from laughing until he fell on his chair
The Lester and Black Haw soldiers were fast when they built a small arena on the cliff using wood and metal platforms. The fighting on the battlefield ceased after Flavius agreed to Hunter’s challenge for a duel to death.And the word Death was like an icicle pike aimed and focused at my heart, ready to stab me if Hunter failed this—I frowned. No. There was no way I would let myself think my husband would die just like that. I would never let that happen. Please, Moon Goddess…don’t ever let that happen.I felt Monica’s hand touch mine, and her fingers were ice-cold against my skin even though the ocean breeze that night wasn’t that cold because so many people wanted to witness the duel. The cliff was crowded from both sides of the pack, but it was clear how intimidating the number of the Black Haw and the Lester Pack was, compared to the population of the Midnight Pack.“There is a change in the rules!” an old man screamed at the top of his lungs and everyone was silenced as the curre
“I hope you are not angry with me Hunter…”“Angry?! You are making me insane, Cassandra! Didn’t I tell you—”I didn’t let him finish his words and kissed him fervently after he led me to his private room in his headquarters. I could feel his emotions all over his head and I needed him to calm down before I explained why Monica and I went to that place.Gently, I pulled from him as soon as his breathing started to slow down and he looked at me with worry but I saw in his eyes that he was also glad I was there, “I’m so sorry, love. I know I promised, but plans changed and Monica has been hysterical since Weston left her in the infirmary without even telling her where he would go. Why he is here, Hunter? Did you ask him to go with you?”Hunter held my hand and stared down my face, “No. I just noticed he was following me in the forest after I left the infirmary. He told me he didn’t feel safe in that place and he needed to be with me in this fight so I let him. I didn’t know he just left
When I came back to the hospital, I tried to distract my mind by helping the healers with the wounded. The healers were all pleased to have me in the infirmary and they told me my presence gave people hope because I was with them as their Luna but they were also worried because I was supposed to be in one of the bunkers for safety.“I rather help here than do nothing,” I said to the Head Healer, Dr. Heather, of the infirmary building and his face softened as he watched me organize the stacks of medical supplies needed for the badly wounded, “My husband—your Alpha is fighting out there and I just couldn’t sit in one place overthinking about what is happening. I have to do it.”“I understand, your Grace. And we are all happy to have you here with us. You symbolize hope for all the people in this building. That's why many of them believe that Midnight Pack will survive. They all believe in you and the Alpha.”My eyes glittered with tears, happy that the people loved and appreciated Hunte
“Hunter, please I want to go with you to the headquarters. I could be a good use to the healers stationed there.”As the four of us sneaked through the tunnels, It was too hard not to tell my husband that I never wanted to hide behind the thick metal doors of the underground bunkers. I knew his biggest priority for now was to keep me safe but I never wanted to just stay in one place and wait for whatever will happen. I wanted to fight alongside him. I wanted to stay and make sure he would survive this war for our pup…For our baby…He glanced down at me as if he was thinking too hard if he would consider it or not. But knowing him being overprotective, I already had an idea what he would say, “You know that is not an option, Cassandra. I need to make sure you are safe. It will be a huge advantage to Flavius if you get caught—”“I won’t let him,” I cut his words, but of course, I had no idea what I was saying because the adrenaline that pumped hard in my veins made my head a little clo
“Going to the surface would be too dangerous,” Hunter looked at the ceiling of the tunnel as the dripping sound of water echoed together with any soft sounds, including our whispers, so we all decided to stop arguing and think of a better plan on how we all could get out of this retching place that lept on making my stomach sick.Even Monica was not happy staying in the tunnel, but she had no choice. Weston was the number one target of the Lester Alpha, and she had to make sure her mate would not fall into the hands of the enemies.“How many did Flavius send to destroy the city and to hunt my mate?” Monica asked, as despair etched on her face, “I don’t think that old man would stop until Weston appears, and I am scared, Miss Clark. I am scared of what they might do to him!”“He f*cking killed an Alpha’s daughter, Monica. What do you expect? Just let Weston roam in this land without getting revenge for his only daughter and his only heir?” despite the ugly words, Hunter’s voice was cal
I watched how Hunter moved a lightning speed as he rushed towards Quintus who was shocked at his sudden attack the traitor flew down the cliff with his eyes fixed on Hunter, as if taunting my husband about how he killed Treyton in front of us.Then it was followed by a sickening thud as Quintus’ body perforated by the sharp pointed rocks, six hundred meters below where the violent waves of the ocean washed him away.[Hunter your brother—-]Hunter’s shoulders drooped in grief as he looked down the cliff. He stayed there for minutes until he moved and started to walk towards me.[He’s gone, Cassandra. There is no way he would survive that fall. We have to go back.] He uttered in a flat tone and I knew he only behaved like that when he tried to mask that intense grief he felt, just like when Sir Brochan died.[His body is not on the rocks, Hunter! Maybe he managed to survive!] I cried to him but he just gave me one angry look, his eyes crimson red as the MIdnight City burned brightly beh
“You know the last thing I ever wanted is to hurt you, Cassy.”There was agony on Treyton’s face as he looked at me, and then I remembered that little, helpless boy I met in the Albrecht dungeon. The very first time I saw him.Tears rolled down my cheeks. It hurts to see him so confused with himself. I cared so much for Treyton. I understood his pain. I wanted to help him. I really do! But it was so frustrating that I had no idea how to. I had no idea how to make that pain he embraced for so many years go away.“You know I can’t give you what you want, Treyton. I am so sorry that fate was not kind to you but I want you to know that I am happy I met you. You are right,” I sniffed and then chuckled trying to look at the bright side of everything, and that surprised Treyton when he saw the smile on my face, even in the middle of chaos happening in the Midnight pack.Even in the face of death.“You are right that none of us deserve to suffer that kind of pain—inflicted by the people we ex
“Domitian, you have to let me go! We have to make sure Monica is safe! We have to hurry maybe we still have time to capture Weston in Monica’s apartment!”Of course, I had no intention of giving Weston to them but it was the only way I could convince Domitian to release me from the anti-werewolf transformation cuff. If what the soldier said was right, then Weston had a plan to flee with Monica out of this continent, away from Hunter and Flavius. But I was not sure if it was the best for Monica knowing that Weston was not in his best thinking. Could he hurt Monica? The depth of their bond was not completely broken by whatever spell Treyton did to them. Maybe that was proof, enough for me to believe that he could take care of Monica.But Geneva… I can’t believe she was already gone just because of what her father did to her. I felt bad for her because I knew she wasn’t a completely evil she-wolf like her Dad. Yet again, she became another victim of power-hungry people who were willing t