Driven to despair by Victoria's revelation about Ethan's role in Lily's death and her relentless taunts, I momentarily lost my will to fight. My wolf retreated deep within, curling into itself as if mortally wounded.I collapsed to the ground, my body shaking with silent sobs as the full weight of b
(Olivia's POV)Blood immediately soaked his white shirt, spreading like a crimson flower blooming in the moonlight. The metallic scent filled my nostrils, but I felt no remorse—only a hollow ache where my heart used to be.Tears streamed down my face as I twisted the knife deeper. "She was your daug
I pulled out my phone and dialed the pack medical team. "Emergency at Moonlight Manor," I barked. "Alpha Ethan is down with a silver wound. Send healers immediately."While waiting for the medical team, I pressed my hands against Alpha Ethan's wound, trying to slow the bleeding. Mrs. Stone remained
(Victoria's POV)I tried to sit up, but something was wrong. My arms moved, but my lower body remained motionless. A cold dread washed over me."I can't move my legs," I whispered, panic rising in my throat. "Why can't I move my legs?"The nurse's expression softened with practiced sympathy. "Dr. Wi
"Now!" I roared, my wolf surging to the surface.Reluctantly, Dorothy fetched a wheelchair from the corridor. As she helped me move, I realized the source of the unpleasant odor that had been offending my sensitive nose since waking.I had soiled myself.The humiliation burned through me like acid.
(Ethan's POV)The first thing I noticed was the pain. A searing, burning sensation in my abdomen that even my Alpha healing couldn't fully suppress. I forced my eyes open, blinking against the harsh fluorescent lights. My father's face swam into view, his features contorted with rage."Where is she
I clutched the empty Moonwood Ceremonial Urn to my chest, tears streaming down my face. Victoria's cruel desecration of Lily's grave had reopened wounds that had never truly healed.My wolf whimpered inside me, maternal instincts still raw and bleeding despite the years that had passed. We needed to
(Lucas's POV)I rushed through the hospital corridor toward the exit. My grandfather's condition had finally stabilized after a night of terror. The specialist I'd arranged had worked miracles.I checked my phone again. Three missed calls from Olivia. Guilt gnawed at me as I remembered refusing her
"I want you to authorize Connor Blackthorn's release," I stated firmly. "Today.""He tried to kill you," Ethan growled, his protective instincts flaring."That's my concern, not yours," I countered. "You lost the right to protect me when you abandoned me and Lily."The words hung between us, sharp a
(Olivia's POV)Rain pounded against my windshield as I drove toward Stone Pack Enterprises headquarters. The wipers fought a losing battle against the downpour, much like my emotions battled against the memories this place evoked.I gripped the steering wheel tighter. No way was I going to Ethan's M
(Olivia's POV)Morning sunlight streamed through my kitchen window as I carefully arranged fresh moonberries atop a stack of fluffy pancakes. The rare berries had cost a small fortune, but my mother deserved something special.I packed the breakfast into my Crystal-Infused Thermal Food Container, en
(Victoria's POV)"He attacked me like a wild animal!" I sobbed, clutching Ethan's arm as tears streamed down my face. "She knew I couldn't defend myself with my paralyzed legs!"My wolf whimpered pathetically inside me, playing up our victimhood. The bruises on my face were already darkening, and I
The door shuddered as something—or someone—slammed against it from the outside."Victoria!" Ethan's voice called, concern evident in his tone.With a splintering crack, the door flew open, kicked in by Ethan's Alpha strength. He rushed in, his amber eyes taking in the scene before him.(Ethan's POV)
(Olivia's POV)Victoria's legs were useless, dragging on the ground like dead weight as I pulled her across the private dining room floor by her hair. Her perfectly styled blonde locks twisted in my grip as she whimpered pathetically."Not so powerful now, are you?" I whispered, my voice eerily calm
Olivia was alive. My mate had returned from the dead, only to reveal she was engaged to Lucas Blackwood. The pain of that revelation had been consuming me since the night of Gwendolyn's gathering.But regardless of her feelings toward me, I would protect her. Connor Blackthorn would remain imprisone
(Olivia's POV)Two years ago, my life changed forever. Not just because of Lily's death, but because of what came after.The car accident should have killed me. My brakes failed on a winding mountain road, sending my vehicle plummeting over the edge. By some miracle, I survived the initial impact, t
"Ms. Winters!" Gwendolyn exclaimed, steadying me. "You're hurt!"I looked down to see blood seeping through my dress. The cut wasn't deep, but it was bleeding freely.From the corner of my eye, I saw Ethan moving toward me, concern etched on his face. For a moment, our eyes met, and I saw the Alpha'