Hazel POVIt was 2 in the morning and I was out, standing by the Silver Moon pack house. I didn’t come out for fresh air, no. That would be a lie. I was on the brink of fulfilling my “life-purpose”. I would be killing the Alpha of Silver Moon pack tonight, Xavier.Elder Noah had announced earlier that Silver Moon would be hosting the annual Red Moon Gala and he held a celebration dinner in commemoration, at least that’s what they thought. I stood at the left wing of the house and listened in as the drunk betas on patrol duty jeered and praised Elder Noah. It was surprising that they weren’t all knocked out by now, they drank a lot.What they didn’t know is, the dinner was actually paid for by Alpha Xavier. He was too modest a man to actually tell the betas that and he just chose to let the Elder take the credit. The fact actually irked me.That was one of the things that pissed me off about Xavier, he was too modest and kind for his own good. And now, it’ll be his death. I caressed my
Xavier POV Hazel lay unconscious on the floor of my room. That drink had knocked him out cold. I chuckled as I gazed at his form, “I guess he really did have much to drink.” I picked him up and carried him over to his bed which was no sweat for me at all, I'm always that strong. I placed him gently on the right side of the bed and tucked him in under the covers. My wolf, Clara, spoke suddenly in my head. "Isn’t he just a really good guy, I bet he was here to check up on you." “Yes, he is. He’s so much like my little brother, Ryan. It’s eerie,” I replied, my gaze still on his delicate form. All my life, I had always been teased and ridiculed because I had a female wolf. I never paid them no mind though as I knew I liked Clara and she liked me too. And besides, none of them were Alphas of a pack, but I was. "He’s really pretty, isn’t he?" My wolf said in my head. Clara was baiting me, unbeknownst to me. I laughed huskily and took a glance at Hazel, “Yeah, I guess,” I said, smi
Hazel POVI was already awake, but I hadn’t gotten out of bed. I was trying to recall the details of the dream I had the night before.It was in the woods and I was chasing after Xavier with my dagger drawn.“Come on, Xavier. Don’t leave.” I pleaded.And then he did stop.“I will always be here,” he said. “What do you want?”It didn’t make sense to me and it made my blood boil. I ran over to him and said to him smugly with my face a few inches from his, “You dimwit. I’ll crush you, Xavier.”I chuckled at the thought of my menacingly threatening Xavier even in the dream. But then I felt something heavy and yet comforting around me. It was Xavier. I snuck a peek behind me but then quickly turned away, flustered. I was snuggled up with Xavier in his arms around me, but that was not all.He was fully undressed.I could feel every outline of his muscles against my skin and his hot and minty breath brushing my face. My face turned a very light pink as I noticed I could even feel a certain e
Hazel POV I spent the whole day thinking but I finally came to a resolution. The only way I could know if Xavier had indeed discovered my secret and if he still trusted me, I decided I would offer to take charge of access and security. I figured that if Xavier agreed to give me such an important role, then he hadn’t yet figured out my secret and still trusted me I found Xavier in his study room. Zoe was there with him and they were having a conversation I couldn’t quite hear. I walked in, capturing both of their attention. “Oh hey, Hazel. Xavier and I are working on the pack's guest list,” Zoe smiled at me. I almost lost my composure when my eyes met with Zoe and the scene of how she kissed me flash through my memory but I was quick to wave it off and to focus on the reason why I was here. She was wearing a big smile on her face as if nothing had happened while I'm here feeling uncomfortable with her presence because of the same kiss. Zoe steals my first kiss away and that's unfa
Hazel POV I started a rumor which had spread over Silver Moon with the aid of the servants. I had told the servants in charge of reception to spread the rumor that me and Xavier were together. “I saw them kissing in the yard,” the first one would say. “I saw them mating in the backrooms,” another one would add. “They would be having a baby.” Well now that will so obviously be a lie as it was impossible, I told them to stick with the first two. As the preparation for the gala, that night was underway, the rumor began to spread and even Xavier had heard it. He found it a little embarrassing but he couldn’t blame me. He knew the story was fake, but he thought my feelings for him were true. At least, that was what he thought. It was finally the night of the Red Moon Gala and everyone was in position. The whole pack had worked hard to set up and seeing how the place looked, they thought it paid off. Zoe came over to my room to get me. She knocked on my door. While on the other hand
Xavier's POV A laugh escapes my lips. I believe my instincts are lying to me. But heck, Hazel's eyes are also on me. Taking steps down the podium, I am filled with so much confusion. Zoe is filled with shock and amidst the uproar, I think the moon goddess is playing with us. "How's that possible, Xavier?" Hazel is at the other side of the room and we both exchange eye contact. He doesn't say anything and neither do I. But how's that possible? As I walk through the crowds, all eyes are on me and people are really talking about this. This is the first time an Alpha is mating with the same sex in Silver moon. "How could they have an heir?” “ This pack is going to be ruined.” Another man lamented among the crowd. "I knew a man, whose wolf was female, couldn’t take charge of a pack. It seems that the goddess thinks so, leave your pack alone, go home, and give birth to a baby for your little mate.” Turning, I see Mike standing before me. He has a sinister smile plastered on hi
Hazel's Pov Xavier was lucky to move away just in time, saving himself from the unknown fate and this got me even angrier. The plan foiled. I'm so stupid. I immediately slid my dagger back into my scabbard, hoping no one saw me. Xavier is staring down at Mike who has a smug look that I want to wipe off his face. "You've got so much confidence for a fag," Mike said and everyone burst into laughter. "How are you going to fuck him though? Pour your seed into him, he gets pregnant and delivers through his manhood. Must be really painful innit?" Nobody seems to be coming. But I do. Before I can stop him, it's too late. Xavier's claws shot out and his jaw sharpened. The growth of hair around his chin was fast and the tip of his ears got sharper. He snarled at Mike, causing people around to gasp. "You're so sensitive. Get a grip!" Mike cried out and they continued laughing. In one punch, Mike found himself on the floor. I gasped in surprise and took a step back. Clara had never be
HAZEL POV: Very fast, most of what had happened last night passes by in a blur and it's the dawn of a new day. I would love to lay in bed for quite long but I know I have to get out of it. Me laying back in bed means I'm running away from my problems which is actually the truth. I don't want to run away from it. Instead, I want to face it head-on. The hardest and most depressing part of my morning has to be when I'm changing corsets and putting on a new one. Standing in front of the mirror in the bathroom, I loosen the strings tied tightly around my back. I felt a slight pain as the thin ropes had sunk into my skin, causing temporary dents and lines of red marks. When I take it off, I heave a sigh of relief. As depressing as it might be, there's still a sense of comfort from seeing my breasts in the mirror. It makes me feel less miserable about this whole gay news. At least I know I'm a woman and everyone is having nothing but a misconception. I touch the skin around my breasts
Chapter 102Xavier's POVShe was alive. I am glad.But I don't think I want to see her. Not now, at least. After leaving the room, I went straight to the terrace to clear my head. I didn't know what to make of all these.My mother refused to tell me everything till she was awake and present to hear. It had been a week since she went into a coma. I was still very mad at her but all I wished for was her recovery. I don't think I'd survive without her.I stared out into the sunrise and watched people pass by. The battle had ended a week ago and we were left to pick things back up. Repairs were going on. A lot had been damaged.I don't think I'd ever forget about that night. The other Pack Alpha's that attended came from me and I was deeply grateful. Two had lost their lives to silver arrows and I had two funerals to attend. Gifts had been sent to each pack member that attended in appreciation for the help they rendered to us.I had been locked up in my study for so long, thinking and wal
HAZEL'S POV;I woke up with a start. Cracking my eyes open, I was blinded by the sunlight pouring out of the window. I tried to turn away from the window but I felt a sharp pain on my side and cried out in pain.The door immediately pushed open and someone rushed into the room."Iris! Are you okay?"I opened my eyes once again to see Felix in the room. Frowning, I pushed myself up to sit, ignoring the thudding pain on my side."What's going on here?" I asked and looked around me. I was in my room but my whole body was covered in bruises."I'll be right back!" He said and dashed out of the room before I could call out to him.Swallowing was painful for me. I brought my hand to my throat and felt it. That part hurt and it felt like I had a previous wound. Five slash scars ran through the other side of my throat.I touched the side of my belly and realized that a padded gauze had been used to cover up a wound. But I didn't feel any slight pain. Slowly, I pulled it off to see another scar
XAVIER'S POV;"What's going on, brother?" Ryan asked as he came to stand beside me, shaking visibly.I turned to him. He looked really shaken. His expression was filled with fear and confusion. "This is beyond you, Ryan. Where is your mate?""She's locked up with the female guests but they have all left to join in the battle,""Including her?!"Ryan shook his head immediately. "I told her she couldn't leave. She's going to listen to me,""Good. Go now, I need to take care of Mother. She has been wounded by a silver arrow,""I'll go with her. She can't fight again. She's wounded and it's dangerous. Let me help—""No, Ryan!" My mother said from where she was on the floor. "Do as your brother says. It is not over yet. I can take care of myself,""What are you going to do with your wound, mother?"It was obvious that he wasn't going to leave till he was sure that she was okay. I didn't blame him. After not seeing your mother throughout your life, losing her would take a massive toll on yo
MILA'S POV;Once we got to the base of the steps, I found the door that led to the dungeon. I could remember every detail of this place even after fifteen years.The door was unlocked and I pulled it open. We ran through a long corridor, flanked by rough stone walls and when we got to the first cell, my eyes darted around in search of keys.I found a bunch of keys hanging off a huge naile that had been driven into the wall as quickly, I extracted it before unlocking the door and pushing her inside. I locked the door immediately and handed the key over to her."Stay here, okay? Don't move an inch. Don't give anyone this key and don't come out of here, is that clear?;""But...""No buts!" I snapped before sighing. "Look, I need you to be here. You're safer here than you are outside. Colin would want to punish you for going against his rules so he'd want to come after you himself. We are going to take care of him,"She grabbed me by the hand. Her eyes were filled with fear and I could se
HAZEL'S POV;"Xavier!"He was choking me with the intent of killing me. I could see the rage in his eyes and it didn't feel like he was the one. He wasn't there. He was someone else. A beast. An angry beast that felt betrayed.I tried my best to pull free from him by kicking him but I was high up in the air, far away from his body.He probably had an idea that I was going to try to fight back.I was fighting for air and it felt like my face was going to explode. My eyes bulged and my throat scratched."You.." he said in a guttural voice. "You betrayed me! You made me believe we had something. You wanted me dead the whole time!""No!" I cried out and coughed. "I dunno want you dead after I found out we were mated to each other. It wasn't easy, Xavier! Hear me out, please. I love you so much and I care for you. I wouldn't hurt you and you know that.""If you loved me!" He snapped and drove me into the shelf. My back broke through the thick wood and felt something sharp pierce into my si
HAZEL'S POV;Colin.He was really standing here and not an apparition. Oh, fuck.Immediately, I turned to Xavier who looked absolutely confused and tried to stand on my feet but it was futile because I fell to my side. He quickly helped me up and balanced me back on the chair before turning to Colin who stood there, smiling sinisterly."Who is he, Iris? He seems to know you,""Iris?" Colin said and looked at me. "He even calls you by your name. What have you been doing?"I closed my eyes and gritted in anger, hitting the table before me and turning it over."Iris!" Xavier thundered and I stopped. "Mind telling me who this man is before I lose my patience?"I nodded and held tight onto the arm of the chair. I placed my good leg on the ground before standing on my feet. I leaned on one side of my body."Xavier, you're going to hate me after I tell you everything," I sighed and closed my eyes. "I don't want you to hate me. Whatever I did was for your safety,""You can begin talking then
HAZEL'S POV;Another attack?I turned to Xavier who looked as shocked as I. "What attack?"I covered my ears immediately at the sound of a loud thud. Everywhere vibrated and Xavier pulled me to the side, beginning a column. We were both breathing heavily and staring at each other in shock."There's no time to begin wondering who caused this attack! We have to fight back!" Xavier yelled. "I'll go after my mother and Ryan. Go to the guards and see if you can tell them something tangible,""We're under attack right now. You go get your family. I'll join the others!" I yelled back.He nodded and pulled me into him, kissing before he pulled away and touched my face. "Please, be safe, okay?"I nodded and pushed him and as soon as he was gone, I lifted my gown and tore the slitless party before tying it around my waist. I moved out of the column, pushing past people as they ran for their lives. Women screamed but I was glad to see that the men had already formed a strong fort, waiting for th
XAVIER'S POV;Guests had already arrived and we're starting to materialize. My mother was busy relating with her old time friends. Infact, there was excitement in the air as they were all happy that she was alive and well.The highlight of today was my mother's return. Unfortunately, Iris had somehow missed receiving the guests with me and I had to do it alone. I was so infuriated by her attitude but my mother did a good job in receiving everyone and I thought that maybe she was the right person to receive the visitors instead of Iris.As I weaved past the group of people, my eyes caught a slender frame. Her back was against me and she stood, talking with Felix. I didn't have to look further to know it was Iris.When did she get downstairs? I'd been standing at the base of the staircase all the evening so she had to have used another route.She looked really beautiful.I cleared my throat and Felix's eyes fleeted over to me. He cleared his throat and nudged his head towards me. Iris t
XAVIER'S POV;Today was a busy day for me. From getting the seamstresses to attend to my mother and Hazel to having Felix oversee the decorations. I even had to check the ledger to take financial accounts.I was still making the necessary calculations when a knock sounded on my door. I frowned. Only one person knocked like that. Ryan?"Come in."And so did he. He looked different. Taller. Muscular. His hair was fuller and he was dressed nicely.He was back. I stood to my feet immediately and burst into a smile. "Come over here, brother!"He walked towards me with a smile on his face and I pulled him into a hug. "Nice to be here, brother,""Nice to have you back, Ryan. You've grown so tall!"He took a step back and spread out his arms. He looked more of a man than the sixteen year old boy he was. He was starting to sport a few strands of beards and when he touched his chin, we both burst into laughter."Maybe Zoe would look at me, at least,"My smile faltered and he frowned. "No. It's