ATHENA'S POV Perched on the towering tree trunk in my wolf form, I felt the weight of the forest below and the fear that gripped me. My legs trembled, and the wind whispered through the leaves, urging me to take the leap. Doubt crept in as I gazed down at the distant ground.‘Avory, you do realize, we are pregnant right? What if this harms the baby?’ It clicked a little too late in my mind, but better late than never. ‘Our baby is hardly a fetus right now. It hasn't taken any shape, so you are good. I'm not sutpid to tell you to do all of this if it hurts the baby. Besides, it is better and advised for an Arctic wolf to train as much as she can during pregnancy. The stronger the training, the more the baby will learn, the stronger it will be.’‘You do realize that makes no sense.’ ‘It makes all the sense when you see that you are a sore weakling since your mother didn't bother to bring out her real Arctic wolf abilities.’ Ouch. ‘Now jump. And make sure to land on your all fours.’
AUTHOR'S POV Athena's eyelids felt heavy as she lay on the soft bed, the sun casting a warm glow through the window. The room was quiet, a stark contrast to the bustling training grounds she had been frequenting lately. Her body craved rest, and the fatigue from the pregnancy seemed to weigh her down more than usual.As the evening sun dipped lower, bathing the room in a golden hue, Athena stirred from her slumber. Her senses, sharpened by days of observing skilled warriors, picked up a subtle shift in the air. Her ears perked up, and she swiftly sat up, scanning the room.A sigh of relief escaped her lips when she identified the source of the disturbance. "Maggie? What are you doing here?" Athena asked, still groggy from her nap.Maggie's expression held a mix of concern and impatience. "Where have you been, Athena? You were supposed to meet me in the woods today!" Her voice carried a note of urgency.Athena's hand met her forehead with a soft smack as realization dawned. The plan t
ONEKA’S POV“Who’s there?” My eyes visibly widened as I recognized the voice. He was coming for us. And he would find us. He definitely knows someone is already here. There is no point in lying. “It's Cameron!” Athena hushed. My heart raced as I heard Cameron's footsteps drawing near, his silhouette darkening the moonlit night. Panic set in, realizing we had been caught sneaking up late. I turned to Athena and Maggie, urgency etched across their faces."Quick, Athena, use the scent covering potion I gave you earlier," I whispered urgently. "Mom, head towards the woods, your scent is already covered. Athena, make a run from behind the bushes, so Cameron doesn't spot you."Mom, however, questioned, "Why are you staying back? We should all leave before he finds us.”I glanced at Cameron's approaching figure and explained in a hushed tone, "If we all scatter, he'll get suspicious, especially since Athena isn't in the pack right now. It could cause trouble. I'll stay back and handle this.
ATHENA'S POVThe night wrapped around me like a velvet cloak. Every corridor echoed with the hushed whispers of the night, and the moonlight spilled through the windows, casting ethereal shadows on the walls. Each breath I took seemed amplified, a bundle of nerves and anticipation as I navigated the quiet passages.Upon reaching my room, I gingerly closed the door. The darkness within felt like a conspirator, concealing my late-night venture. My hand fumbled for the light switch, but before I could illuminate the room, a voice emerged from the shadows, shattering the illusion of solitude."Finally back?" Xavier's voice, a mixture of surprise and stern authority, made me jump. The sudden presence of his silhouette was an unwelcome revelation. Shit! He was back. With a swift motion, I switched on the lights, and there he stood, his eyes scrutinizing my every move. My heart raced, and a sigh of relief morphed into a nervous giggle that escaped my lips."Where have you been?" Xavier's ton
ATHENA'S POV“I found my mate.” I stilled. And blinked. Once. Twice. Thrice. And then again. Oh dear Moon Goddess. Shit. This couldn't be happening. Did Oneka get busted? Did Cameron tie her up and drag her back with him here? Fuck, what was happening? I mentally prayed to the Moon Goddess that was not the case. I could see that Cameron was nervous talking about this. The sweat beads on his forehead were clearly visible. He was shaking his leg, and his hands were turning clammy as he entwined them. “Really? Congratulations? Who is she? Where is she? Did you show her to your room?” Xavier got excited and could actually feel the happiness he felt for his friend in his tone. Cameron was Xavier's closest buddy before being the beta of this pack. And here he was genuinely happy for his friend for finally finding his mate. If only he knew, Cameron's mate was his half sister. Someone he would never accept to be a part of this pack. “I didn't actually show her to my room.” Cameron sighed in
ATHENA'S POVIn the heart of the forest, I stood surrounded by towering trees that whispered secrets in the gentle breeze. Avory paced in my head, eyes intense with anticipation. The air crackled with energy as I focused on harnessing my powers.Closing my eyes, I delved into the core of my being, feeling the raw essence of the light pulsing within. Avory's voice echoed in my mind, urging me to concentrate, to channel the energy into a force that could cleave through the mighty tree before me. The ground beneath me trembled as I summoned the strength within.‘Focus, Athena. Focus on who you are. Know the energy you possess.’ She repeated in my mind. With a deep breath, I extended my hands, palms facing the tree. A surge of power rippled through me, and I envisioned the light forming at my command. Yet, despite my unwavering determination, the energy eluded my grasp, slipping through my fingers like elusive threads of mist.Frustration etched across my features as Avory's howl pierced
ATHENA'S POVA rush of excitement surged through me as I entered our room, expecting to find Xavier already back.To my surprise, the room echoed with silence. A grin crept across my face as I realized Xavier was still out, and I had successfully navigated another day without him catching me. I couldn't contain my joy and let out a triumphant cheer, relishing the freedom of my secret training sessions.Minutes later, the door creaked open, and Xavier stepped into the room. I welcomed him with a kiss, my heart fluttering with anticipation. His eyebrows furrowed in confusion as he observed my unusually exuberant mood."You seem unusually happy today," he remarked, and I couldn't help but nod enthusiastically, unable to hide my delight.I asked if I could pose a question, "Can I ask you a question?" Xavier nodded, curious. "Shoot.”I took a deep breath. "How much do you love me?" I inquired, my eyes searching his, for an earnest response.His answer was beyond my expectations, a poetic
XAVIER'S POVMy footsteps echoed through the cold, dimly lit corridors as I descended into the bowels of the castle. The torches along the damp stone walls flickered, casting dancing shadows that mirrored the turmoil within me. The weight of the metal keys at my belt clinked softly, a constant reminder of the impending confrontation awaiting me.Approaching the heavy iron door leading to the dungeons, my grip tightened around the reinforced leather gloves I wore. The moonlight outside filtered through small, barred windows, casting an ethereal glow on the path ahead. Thoughts of Athena's near demise fueled the fire in my eyes, and the notion of being seconds away from losing her intensified the fury building within me.Pushing open the creaking door, I revealed a labyrinth of damp, narrow passageways. The dungeons exuded an unsettling atmosphere, heavy with the musty scent of captivity. Distant moans of other prisoners echoed, creating an eerie of suffering.My boots echoed against th