Iram's POVI had a very long dream.Inside that dream, I was walking endlessly at the coast. Sand started to tickle my feet. It was the warmest thing I ever encountered.I was beaming but didn't know the reason. I just wandered and enjoyed seeing the waves hit the shore. It was ethereal.I admit that it was my long dream to journey by sea. To relish the waves and the breeze. I also longed for this kind of peace. A peace hoping that I would never hear cries and loud shootouts.This was how I looked at the earth when I was still a pup. My mother would take me to the sea and admire the breeze. She taught me to build castles and never cry when the time comes they would take back the castle's strength and destroy it in one blow. She taught me many things, including love.But ever since she was gone, I became misguided. I was raised by the former Alpha King to be precise and cold. He told me that love did not exist and mates are all chain reactions to how the Moon Goddess created werewolves
Amarantha's POV My tear ducts were all sore from crying over 2 hours after that fight with Iram.I was deeply hurt and embarrassed. I didn't know if Omnibus witnessed the whole scene but one thing was for sure, I wanted to be alone.I asked Omnibus to stay outside and let me cry all by myself.I've never been so abused like this before. This was the highest form done to me yet. Seeing the man I loathed at first and loved slowly became the person who would hurt me the most. I could never forget his enraged eyes full of hate for me. It was all over my head and I could not brush it off. When I close my eyes, I could see his hatred. His words stuck in my head and it was too lethal not to get hurt.Why did he hate me so much? What did I do to be hated like this?My priority had changed ever since I came here. When I got to know the reason behind his pain and coldness, I promised myself that I would help him cure his curse. Even though I knew right from the start that I would never be his
Omnibus' POV It was hard for me to look at her like this. I was so used to seeing her in her lively spirit whenever she visits the villagers down Prima Tierra Pack territory. Her smile was one of the reasons I was glad of my title as a Gamma.Amarantha is the reason for my happiness.Ever since I became a Gamma, I dedicated my life to the Alpha King. I am one of his loyal constituents. My family is close to the former Alpha King. If it weren't due to King Iram's decision to save Iñigo from death, I would have been heralded as his beta. But my family chose to respect that decision. I was happy enough to be a part of his council.I am also close to King Iram personally when he was just a teenager. I always follow him wherever he may go. I would train with him and Iñigo. But when it comes to romance and personal things, Iñigo was his confidante.I am just a simple werewolf who only wanted to be happy in every step the Moon Goddess may lead me. I wasn't the type of werewolf who would scr
Amarantha's POV I knelt in despair after watching Beta Iñigo leave the room.The chamber was filled with my sobs. My whole body trembled.Iram will remove me as his Luna?Tears continued to pour down my cheeks.How could they all decide to oust me when they were the reason I was here in the first place? How could they do this now?They were the ones who forced me into this mess. They put me in a difficult situation.Being a luna was all a part of their bargain for me to fulfill my duty as the curse-breaker. No, I was never considered his mate. I am just a mere human in his eyes.If it wasn't because of that foolish stranger, I wouldn't be in this tiny pickle. I shouldn't have plotted with him to become Iram's mate.If it wasn't because of this sickening under-dress, I wouldn't have to feel this way.Then, I started to think thoroughly as I remembered the stranger's words to me at the time of the choosing ceremony.He told me that this dress would save me and should wear it at all tim
Amarantha's POV As I tried to recap my story in my head, things started to get clearer and clearer by the second the clock ticked.But when I made another unfamiliar move, I realized that I didn't know what I was doing anymore. I lost count of time. I lost the steps I once noticed right from the start.With my shocked face, I was lost in a trance. My heart started to beat erratically toward the man I never even wished to be connected to me, like how I was able to connect with Iram.It was like, my human instinct in me told me that being with Iram felt like we had a bond. That scent. It made me sure about my feelings toward him. But now, I already doubted everything.I doubted my feelings toward Iram. There was a part of me that wasn't so sure anymore, but so sure about one thing.This man in front of me is the one."Mate!" the voice continued, crying. "Mate!"I suddenly pushed Omnibus away from me. My chest and shoulders moved fast. I gasped and started running away."Wait!" he calle
Iram's POV I left my chamber and the library for a while.Seeing those two places meant I had to be reminded of my curse. My purpose as to why I was with that human.I wanted to run away for a second. To breathe. To forget the things that I should be minding.I only had several weeks to live. That was the truth. I was near my death before my deadline. When I woke up that day, I was too scared. I was too scared that I thought I would lose my life. But a miracle happened. A miracle came.After that fight with Amarantha, I quickly came into the library and tried to make myself busy. I didn't want to scream or try to pull my hair out for the guilt and frustration I was feeling. I was there sitting next to a pile of work I needed to finish.That was when someone barged in. I heard several of the Iotas had been alerted outside but they were too late as the visitor already came inside.His eyes were too enraged that he had forgotten that I am his Alpha King.Omnibus' chest was moving up and
Iram's POVThe day of the Royal Decree had finally arrived at my doorstep. The Royal Council members ensembled inside the hall. They all had prepared for this day. The day I needed to announce my decision for the Luna of Prima Tierra Pack.Before this day came, I asked my Iotas to find Amarantha and secure her inside her chamber. I've tried my best to control myself not to see her back then. I needed to keep my distance away from her as much as possible.I didn't want her to see me in this state of mind. I might not be able to survive. Seeing her makes me do things I shouldn't. It makes me weak throughout my body.For two days, it felt like an eternity. But this day had finally come.I needed to do this.When I reached the entrance, the Iota assigned at the door announced my presence. As the door opened, all of my constituents stood up and gave me a bow of respect.There, at the side, I saw Amarantha. She kept her distance away from the council members as much as possible. Her figure
Amarantha's POV This day should have been against me. I was ready to be ousted. I already accepted the fact that I would no longer be needed inside the pack.But when that royal decree began, it changed everything that I thought. It changed my life's course... forever.I was saved. Saved by him. The Alpha King.He dragged me out of the room while the members of the Royal Council eyed me ruefully. They wanted me dead. They wanted to see me suffer just like any other human slaves they had captured.I knew I should shudder in fear but clearly, I just let the king drag me out as if I was just a kid who needed some guidance."Where are you taking me?" I uttered a question. It was faint that it became a whisper and almost impossible to even hear.I just thanked the heavens that he didn't respond.The route was not toward my chamber.I smiled wryly at myself. Of course, who was I kidding? Iram could have trampled me right in front of others if he wanted to, but he didn't. I thought it was b
Amarantha's POV I saw many things a human shouldn't have at this time of age.As girls leaving in Scotland, we could have been enjoying the traditions and swooning about the magic of love in wedding ceremonies.I was once that typical woman. But in today's generation where I live in a world where another creature coexisted with humans, I beg to differ.Human girls would still prefer marrying rather than choosing to be of service to the people.I became the Luna Queen of Europe.Years passed. Other packs reshaped the way they thought about the world. The Alpha King and I are devout to be of service to the werewolf society. It was a tough job as many ridiculed me for being a human.Many also ridiculed Iram for the rumors of him being cursed by the Moon Goddess. But I stayed by his side and never left him.I showed them that the curse was nothing but propaganda to oust him from his post as the Alpha King.Inima already explained things to us. Before she died, she revealed everything inc
Iram's POV Right after Omnibus left, memories started to rush inside of me...Omnibus came to me inside the library with quite a surprise.He was with Lorna.I narrowed my eyes in confusion. "Lorna? What are you doing here? You were with her?" I asked Omnibus.He shrugged and pointed at her. "She said she has to say something to you."I turned to her again and waited for her to say something.She heaved a sigh and faced me. "Alpha King. Please forgive me for fooling you, but please hear me out before it's too late..." she suddenly uttered."What do you want to tell me?""I am not Lorna Ferrel. I am a Chimera. Someone that has two souls, two wolves in one body. With that, I have two fated mates. And one of them was you..."I arched my brow at her. I am starting to get annoyed. "What nonsense are you talking about? Are you trying to fool me right now?""I am telling you the truth. I am none other than your first mate. Inima Wahlberg. Beta Iñigo's dead sister. I am her. I am that fated
Omnibus' POV After that conversation with Luna Amarantha and Shintara, I felt like my energy was drained from me.At night, King Iram asked for my audience. Still, a bit disarrayed, I forced myself to get up and came to his chamber.He sat at a table and poured a drink. He smiled and gestured his hand to me. "Come and join me here, Omnibus!" he delightfully invited me.My shoulders slumped at the scene and frowned at him. "Wow! I'm dying inside and you're celebrating? Do I look like a joke to you, Iram?" I casually asked.He snorted and patted the empty chair. "It's not for celebration, idiot!"I gasped. "Woah! When did you learn to cuss at me, brother?""Shintara taught me well, don't worry!" he laughed.I frowned and rolled my eyes. "Did you just call me to make fun of my broken heart?"Iram chuckled again and placed the glass in front of me. "Drink."I sighed and stared at the glass before drinking the beer in it. "Is it so wrong to feel guilty about Amarantha's twin sister? I mea
Amarantha's POV During the lunch with the Alpha King, the two love birds can't stop bickering at each other. They sent sharp daggers at each other and then turned away in contempt.I couldn't help but sigh."Can someone please tell me what's happening?" Iram asked but I just turned to him and shook my head."Don't ask. They won't budge. Trust me."***** After that, Iram had to leave us three for some peace talks with other packs.I was left with the two still not happy with each other's company."Do you want to reject each other? Is that it?" I asked."No!" they both angrily replied."Well, then, kiss and make up already!""It's not that simple, Luna!" Shintara reasoned. "I don't want to get married to a man who is still stuck with his past!""And I wouldn't want to marry a woman who still thinks she knows better! Fine by me!" Omnibus butted in.I rolled my eyes and massaged my temples. After that, I faced them. "Let's be clear here. Ava is dead. My twin sister is dead. So, what's t
Amarantha's POV I smiled at the boy who asked that question and patted his shoulder. "Good question, dear!" I told him delightfully. "Because I don't want to change everything in me. I accept who and what I am as I am made to be who I am."If I try to change myself, then I would have no face to show in front of my original race. I wouldn't have convinced them into this peace. Most importantly, the new rules would be irrelevant to those people who wanted peace. Because if I become the face of someone who isn't proud of who I am, then what will become of others? They wouldn't be happy to see me not so proud of how I was brought into this world."The people sympathized with my words and understood me.For me, it wasn't just because of the humans that I stayed human. For me, I chose to stay who I am because I am happy with who I am.God made me a human for a purpose. He wanted me to reach this far for me to know what I should do. And this was it."Roaming around again?" Beta Omnibus teas
Amarantha's POV We immediately left Nottingham with a brief announcement to leave.I could not wait for Emerett's approval anymore. I just told him that I await his answer but he has to deliver it with action.Shintara and I immediately landed on Prima Tierra. With her swift strides, we came back in a span of 30 minutes.I was shocked to see the scenery.I saw Iram's wolf fighting against Iñigo's wolf. Some of Prima Tierra's soldiers were losing."No one came from Ouse?" I asked worriedly."We need stalling, Luna. You must go to the border and let them in. I will help others in here," Shintara said then left. She fought alongside the soldiers.I frustratingly ran toward the border. Some were about to attack me but luckily, a familiar wolf came and killed two of the werewolves."Omnibus?""How are you doing, Luna? Be careful!" he shouted, then led me to the border. After that, he left me alone.Not long enough, the pack of rogues came.The leader shifted into his human form and faced
Amarantha's POV "We have to hurry!" Shintara shouted at me.I was having second thoughts about leaving Iram behind. I didn't feel cool with this. Something is bothering me."What are you taking so long?" she asked, irritated. "We're almost there, Luna!""I can't just do this. Something is not right, Shintara. What if something happened to them?""Quit overthinking and let's focus on this task. Do you not want this for your people?"She's right. I was too busy worrying about Iram. He can handle himself. He is very strong unlike me who is just a mere human who can only heal him if he needs me.After that thought, I decided to follow Shintara's tracks. Shintara shifted into her large white wolf form. She let me ride behind her as she swiftly glided through the forest.We reached the Ouse River in front of the Rogue Alpha's tavern.They displayed hostility but when they saw Shintara's wolf, they all scowled away in fear and backed down.Shintara shifted back to her human form and faced t
Iram's POV "Your Majesty! They are already here! The traitors!" one of the Iotas shouted.I clenched my jaw in anger and faced the army I have prepared. "Gather all the citizens and make sure they are safe in one place. Close all exit points once they enter our pack." I turned to my right. "Gamma, choose one Iota you trust the most to relay my message. We need their help right now. Do you understand?"Omnibus nodded. "Yes, your majesty!" He faced his men and picked one for the work. That was when Shintara appeared.She crossed her arms and confidently looked at her mate. "I will lead that part. Count me in!" she volunteered."Are you sure you're going to do this?" he asked worriedly."Hey, if I ever was born rich like you, I would have been the Alpha King's Gamma. Don't pamper me too much."I scoffed at their bickering. But I no longer hated cheesy moments like this.I looked over my shoulder and smiled at the lady that lit up my whole life. "My Luna! How are you feeling?"Amarantha
Iñigo's POV "What are you saying, Oliver? Are you saying that the Luna was kidnapped?" Delta Redentus asked."Y-yes, Delta.""Where is your evidence? You cannot just say that in this court without evidence!" Gufu also uttered."I do have, Zeta. I have solid proof. But first, I want to ask the Alpha King about his recollection of this...""What is his involvement?"Oliver faced Iram and bowed his head. "My King. I would like to ask you a question...""Go ahead..." he replied."That night when you punished the luna after not eating the food you prepared for her, did you remember how you treated her? Specifically, where did she stay and who was with her?" Oliver asked curiously.Iram's forehead creased in confusion. "I don't quite remember everything. It was too bloody hellish that night that I didn't want to remember..." he answered honestly. "But I do remember approving to have her guarded by many Iotas," he added.My heart raised a million miles after hearing those words from him.Co