Elena - POV"Elena... speak up," Silas said, placing a hand on my shoulder to snap me out of my stupor."Janice..." I whispered, confirming what I had heard."I heard it, Elena. The account belongs to Janice," Silas stated with a scowl, his anger evident. "I know this must be shocking for you...""These backstabbing people no longer surprise me. It's not the first time... I've lost count of such betrayals," I muttered, a flicker of pain crossing Silas' face."We will capture Janice and bring her to my Pack, throwing her into the dungeons," Silas declared, driven by anger. I reached out and held his arm, urging him to stop."No, Silas. We have the upper hand now. We know Janice is working with Jake. Let's use her at the right time," I suggested."We shouldn't wait and torture her for information about Jake. I can't just stand by and let that motherfucker run free," Silas expressed his frustration, quickly regaining control of his emotions and sighing. "I'm sorry. I shouldn't have raised
Jake - POV"You seem surprised. I thought you could see through me," Janice smiled."I thought the other woman Theo sent was his mate, but I guess he was testing my loyalty," I said calmly, though I hate being treated like shit."You look upset," Janice added."Does it matter what we feel? It's clear you treat us like slaves," Kevin hissed."Tone it down. I am here to take you, Blood Pack," Janice's voice was laced with annoyance."Why now? Theo never wanted us to step into his Pack," Shawn asked.Janice explained that the shrine of the seal came to light when Elena was near the Blood Pack. Theo had invited Silas and Elena to his Pack to help Elena find the shrine that would break her out of the seal. Once Elena gets her wolf, I must steal Elena's power, the Key. Once Elena's power is in my possession, it will be easy to kill Silas, who is called the lock and also the protector of the Moon Goddess's power. Theo and his Beta, Luke, will get into Paradise to steal the Moon goddess's powe
Silas - POVWitnessing the scene of bloodshed and injured guards writhing in pain, I let out a howl, instructing my guards to change the fighting strategy as I took charge, swiftly dealing with the wolves from the Blood Pack and putting them to rest.I noticed that Theo was not among his soldiers, nor was Beta. I instructed Yuri to go to the dungeons and ensure that Janice and Jake didn't escape, while I sent Mac back to the Mansion to protect Elena."Silas, let us finish them quickly. I will allow you to use your new power," Ray said."I don't know how to control this speed and energy. It's dangerous," I replied, swiftly snapping the necks of the wolves approaching me. Until yesterday, I had never experienced such strength or magic coursing through my veins. It's a mystery I need to uncover from Emily.As the enemy soldiers dwindled in numbers, I left my pack guards to handle the remaining foes and focused on picking up the scent of Theo and Luke. It led me to the dungeons, where Yuri
Elena - POVSilas had left with Mac for the Blood Pack to discuss matters with their elder. He was adamant that he hadn't killed Theo. Moreover, Silas urgently needed to retrieve Letty from the Blood Pack. He'd learned from Jake that Letty was imprisoned in the Blood Pack's dungeons, trying to gather intel about Janice and Jake.I hadn't had a chance to talk with Silas, nor did I know how to use the mental link with our mate, as Silas did. Information from Henry and Emily had me perplexed. Furthermore, I had to return to the Minnesota Studio since Cindy had asked for my opinion on a few scenes. Ordinarily, Cindy wouldn't have involved me in such minor decisions, but she'd been unable to contact Janice. Unsurprisingly, given that Janice had betrayed me, revealing herself not as a human but as a she-wolf, and was causing trouble."Driving alone?" Emily asked as I got into the car."Yuri is tied up with Pack matters. I have Celeste with me for protection," I replied, smiling. I needed tim
Elena - POV "No, I killed her." Emily's voice dripped with bitterness. "Janice, disguised as Maya, initially acted cryptic, and I thought she was investigating the Pack for traitors. I went to great lengths to gain Maya's trust and learn the true colors of what she knew. I discovered Janice's deceit the day Maya allowed me into her circle. She had also pretended to have a mate bond with my son. I had planned to eliminate Maya using a special poison and hire an assassin to care for that woman." "How is she still alive if you killed her?" I questioned, both curious and perplexed by Emily's confession. "I thought I had killed her, but somehow she managed to survive. I don't know how," Emily replied in frustration. I noticed ten missed calls from Cindy on my phone. As Emily fell silent, a flood of revelations washed over me. "Elena, I ask you to keep this secret between us for now," I said, pulling over the car near the Minnesota studio. "I want Silas and you to take down Janice and fi
Silas - POVMembers of the Blood Pack encircled Theo's mansion, mourning their Alpha's death, as I reverently placed Theo's body in a casket. As a sign of peace and non-violence, I extend a universal gesture recognized by all packs. Recognizing my intent, the members relinquished their defensive postures.Pack elders, with their unreadable expressions, stepped forward. I could sense their animosity towards me, even as Ray attempted to impose our dominance on their wolves. I prevented him from doing so, acknowledging their grief over their fallen Alpha."What brings you here, Alpha Silas? Surely you aren't just returning our deceased Alpha?" An elder inquired, a bitter tone threading his words."I am here to share the truth you've been withholding from the Pack." My announcement stirred murmurs amongst the crowd, and the elder's countenance darkened."This conversation should be conducted privately," the elder suggested."Quite the contrary. I am here to inform the Pack that Alpha Theo
Elena - POVDrake mentioned that Janice was hiding in the Hellfire realm, which is also the monster's home. It would be challenging to locate and eliminate Janice in Hellfire since we needed to know its exact location. Unfortunately, Silas opposed Drake's involvement in our Pack to help us find the realm of Hellfire.I took time to contemplate why I had only given Emily a partial truth about the traitor Emma within the Pack and hadn't yet mentioned Henry's name to her. I wanted to see how Emily would handle the information about Emma. After all, Emma was far from virtuous. She was a sinner who aided Henry in his plots against Silas.Emily's life story swirled through my mind. I wanted to trust her, but I still harbored doubts. Before revealing the truth to Silas, I planned to verify Emily's narrative by consulting the witch clan. I couldn't ignite a glimmer of hope in Silas regarding his mother's survival unless I was certain of the facts. I wished to spare him any further anguish."I
Silas - POVThe Blood Pack left in high spirits following my response, but I noticed Elena's joy was missing; her face clouded with concern. Yuri and Mac also turned their attention toward her."Elena, you're trembling. Is something wrong?" "Huh... What..." Elena murmured, seeming dazed. I took her hand, hoping to calm her tremors. Her body relaxed slightly at my touch. I gently embraced her, trying to reassure her. Could her new wolf powers be overwhelming her? Or could it be that her illness had not fully subsided, and she was in pain, hiding it from me?"Silas, you're too loud," Elena grumbled through mind-link."But I haven't said anything yet." I linked back."I can read your thoughts, Silas, all of them, including your erotic fantasies about me. How you imagine me riding your enormous member, your hands grabbing my backside, wanting to spank me hard." I swallowed hard at her words, Elena smirking at my reaction. "You shouldn't eavesdrop on others' thoughts, Elena. I thought you
Yuri’s POVDrake’s face hovered just inches from mine, his breath hot against my skin. His dark purple eyes, tinged with gold, held a teasing glint, daring me to move first. Before I could say a word, his lips crashed into mine, stealing my breath. The kiss was gentle, yet filled with hunger, with love—a kiss that set my body ablaze.And then, he pulled away.“What makes you—” I started, but he silenced me with a finger to my lips.“It’s our first time,” he murmured, voice low and deep. “I don’t want it to happen in some random witch’s hospital bed.”Before I could even process his words, a surge of magic enveloped us. In the blink of an eye, the scent of healing herbs and medicinal stones vanished, replaced by the luxurious warmth of our bedroom. My back hit the soft mattress, and I barely had time to take in my surroundings before his hands were on me.“Where—”“Our home.” His voice was thick with promise.His gaze darkened as his fingers slipped under my hospital gown, teasing up m
Yuri’s POVThe explosion’s force sent me flying backward, my breath ragged as the dust began to settle. My vision swam, my body aching from the battle, but my eyes found the scene ahead—Jared stood there, a chain wrapped tight around his neck, his body slack. Blood dripped from his mouth, his lifeless eyes frozen in surprise. And then there was Drake—partially shifted, his wings trembling, his horns chipped, his body barely holding together. He still gripped the chain that had ended Jared’s life, but he looked seconds away from collapsing."Drake." My voice came out in a rush as I ran toward him, but just as his grip slipped from the chain, his form shifted back—human, fragile, falling fast.No.I pushed past my exhaustion, my magic flaring as I caught him just before he hit the ground. His weight was heavy against me, and his half-lidded eyes flickered open."Don’t push yourself," he whispered, his voice strained. "I’ll shift." His words were a lie—he was too weak to even lift a fing
Yuri’s POVI couldn’t move. I couldn’t even breathe. His grip tightened around my throat, choking the life out of me as he drained my power. I struggled, trying to break free, desperate to stop him, but it was useless. The soldiers who had rushed to my aid had fallen instantly—killed by nothing more than a glance from him. He absorbed their power effortlessly, leaving their lifeless bodies in his wake.My vision blurred. My eyes dulled to gray, speckled with black dots. My body felt weak—drained—as Jared pulled my power into himself. I couldn’t even scream. I couldn’t even cry out in pain.Is this how I die?A voice echoed in my mind."Promise me you won’t die on me."Drake’s words. The ones he had spoken only hours before.I don’t think I can keep that promise… I’m sorry, Drake. Our mate bond—Suddenly, a voice cut through the fog in my head."You’re not dying on my watch."Drake’s mind-link. Faint but firm.The crushing grip on my throat vanished, and I gasped, sucking in greedy lun
Yuri—POVDrake’s power flared like an untamed beast. His voice was nearly unrecognizable, a guttural snarl tearing through the battlefield."You dare do this to the woman who once cared for you? You don’t deserve Yuri, you selfish bastard!" His eyes burned with fury."And you had the audacity to curse her?"Jared stood his ground, his body tense. "I did everything to make Yuri mine," he said coldly.I spat, my voice laced with venom. "You don’t give a damn about me. All you’ve ever wanted is my power."A smirk curled on his lips. "You’re not as naive as before."I scoffed. "And yet, you think you can fool me with your pathetic, fake concern? I see right through you."Before he could respond, Drake lunged, a blur of fury. His claws slashed through the air, colliding with Jared’s chest. The impactsent Jared flying, his body crashing into the dirt."Enough talk. We fight." Drake’s voice was guttural, his form half-shifted into something monstrous.A roar erupted through the battlefield
Drake—POVThe night was quiet, the kind of eerie stillness that made my wolf restless. I stood watch with my team, the crackling fire casting shadows across our tense faces. Yuri was resting in the tent, and Mac had just joined me, taking a slow sip from his flask."Your wolf is back, huh?" he mused, offering me the drink.I took it, nodding. "Yeah. Feels like I’m myself again, thanks to that fight with that asshole Eric."Mac smirked, taking another swig. "So… you’re not gonna ask?"I arched a brow. "Ask what?""Yuri’s not my mate. Emery is," he clarified, his voice steady. "The moment my wolf surfaced during your fight with Zane, I knew."I shrugged. "Figured."Mac scoffed. "No wonder you look so damn smug."I rolled my eyes. "How’s Emery?"His smirk faded, replaced by a shadow of concern. "Not great. The toll of fighting, being under that bitch’s spell… it’s wearing onher." His jaw clenched."Make her go back to the Pack," I said firmly.Mac let out a dry laugh. "As if she’d liste
Yuri – POVI stood panting, my breath ragged as blood dripped from my arms onto the snow. Across from me, Lucian glared, his body battered and broken. I had done a good number on him. I smirked, letting the satisfaction simmer beneath my rage.“You look tired, Lucian,” I hissed, my voice laced with venom.His furious gaze burned into me.“You’ll scream and beg for mercy,” he sneered, his tone thick with arrogance. “Just like your father begged me to spare his children.”A violent tremor ran through me. My blood boiled.Lucian chuckled darkly, savoring my reaction. “Do you know what I did first? I killed your sister while your father watched. He screamed until his voice was raw.” His grin widened. “Then I took your brother. He was helpless, weak—just a half-blood dragon with no powers. He couldn’t save her. What a waste.”I clenched my fists, nails digging into my palms.“And your father?” He tilted his head mockingly. “He called your name, praying for your safety before I—”“Ahh!”My
Yuri’s POVDrake partially shifted, his dragon wings unfurling just enough to reveal the striking mix of gold and black feathers—a sight so mesmerizing it was almost distracting. His deep voice cut through the tension.“Guys, stay back. This is personal.” His sharp side-glance told me to stay put. I hated being ordered around, but I knew better than to step between him and his revenge. Mac studied the broken window view, his eyes scanning for any sign of Hybrid soldiers.“We need to stay on guard—”Before he could finish, a deafening thud shattered the moment. Zane lunged, his fist crashing toward Drake—but he missed, hitting the ground instead. The sheer force sent shockwaves through the air, shattering the wooden home and knocking us backward. The wind howled, nearly lifting me off my feet.Drake’s golden eyes locked onto mine, and for a brief second, I saw something that made my stomach clench—worry. Time seemed to slow as Zane’s fist shot forward, aiming straight for Drake’s chest
Yuri’s POVTension crackled in the air like static electricity as we huddled in the ruined old home, waiting. Emery lay unconscious beside us, her breath shallow. Silence pressed down, thick and suffocating. Any second now, the rest of the team will arrive. Any second now, the enemy might strike.“If the Hybrids' higher-ups know we’re here…” Mac finally broke the silence, his voice edged with unease. “It means they’ll attack soon.”“No shit, Sherlock,” Drake muttered, arms crossed, frustration radiating off him.I exhaled sharply. “No clue what to do next,” I admitted in a whisper.Both Drake and Mac turned to me at the same time, their gazes sharp.“Your power… it feels different,” they said in unison.I nodded. “I got my wolf power back,” I murmured.A soldier stepped forward, nodding in admiration. “With Yuri’s power, we managed to get inside without being traced.” He said.“I see.” Drake’s voice darkened. “You dare to call my mate by her name?”I clenched my jaw. “I told them to c
Drake - POVBlood dripped from my hands as I stood among the lifeless bodies of the dungeon guards. The air was thick with the stench of iron and death.“Good job,” Mac muttered, yanking a hood off one of the guards who had just come in for the shift change. Without hesitation, we stripped them of their uniforms, disguising ourselves in the dark fabric to blend in.As we stepped outside, a blanket of snow covered the vast forest ahead. In the distance, a town loomed, its lights flickering through the cold haze. Then, I caught it—a scent. Faint but unmistakable. Hybrids. My muscles tensed.Mac slowed his pace.“What?” I asked, my voice low.“I’m thinking—” He hesitated.I exhaled sharply. “Will you just spit it out already?”“Don’t you find it strange that the guards watching us were weak?” Mac’s tone was edged with suspicion. “Either the Hybrid Alpha thinks we’re no threat… or this is a trap.”I scoffed. “Well, no shit. When you put it that way, it’s pretty obvious. Either we walked i