Lily POVI was getting ready for bed when Hazel my wolf stirred within me.“Kai, he’s here…” she informed me.“That’s not possible,” I sighed, “He went home, what would he be doing outside my dormitory, it’s late.”“Just check,” she insisted. “I can feel him.”Drawing a long hiss, I pushed myself out of bed and walked to my window which had a bird's-eye view of the entrance of my building. I was shocked when I saw him standing outside the building like he was a sentry.Quickly, I rushed to my phone on the table, wondering whether he called me and I didn’t hear it ring but to my surprise, he hadn’t called either. Throwing on my clothes, I hurried downstairs. We met halfway.His hair was dishevelled, and though his expression was as blank as ever, I could sense something was wrong.“Kai,” I tried not to sound too surprised. “What are you doing here? You could have called me.” I turned to check the hallway hoping no one had stirred when they heard our voices.“I needed to see you,” he sa
Lily POVAt the end of my second lecture for the day, I got a text from Celeste asking to meet me today.Due to our different levels and the fact that she was getting too busy since she was a final year student, I asked her to give me a time that suited her and I’ll come to her instead. Thankfully, right after my second lecture, I received a text from her asking to meet me now. She texted the address too.I found Celeste at a small café near the university campus, her blond hair pulled back in a messy bun, a steaming latte before her. The moment I sat down, she didn’t even allow me to greet her before her expression turned serious.“Our mother knows you’re Kai’s mated,” she said without preamble.I nearly dropped the books in my hands. “She… what?”“She knows,” Celeste repeated, running a hand through her hair. “And now I’m scared to face my brother because I was the one who ratted you out to my mother. In my defence, she came onto me strong and I can’t lie. I tried to evade her quest
ai POVSince the confrontation I had with my mother, I couldn’t help but think about what she said that day.The words “I don’t like seeing you hurt like you were before.” It has been ringing in my mind every single moment. The words have created a sense of unease within me and it didn’t help that Lily mentioned something like that a few days ago too. Something felt… incomplete.What did she mean by that? Did her words hint at something I no longer remember? The more I thought of it, the more it made no sense at all and it felt as if I was chasing a shadow down.I raked my hand through my hair, feeling frustrated. The thoughts have kept me up for a few days now. Deciding I was done with the emotional torture, I decided to seek answers and if there was one person who knew my family other than us, then it would be Healer Odin.A few minutes later, I found myself at the pack’s hospital. I moved past the reception and went straight to Odin’s office ignoring his secretary who was asking me
Lily POVThe morning sunlight streamed through the large windows of the packhouse, casting golden streaks across the polished floors. I sat in the living room, my legs crossed and my hands wrapped around a steaming mug of tea.The packhouse was unusually quiet – different from what I was used to back at my pack and for a moment I allowed myself to ask in the rare peace.I rubbed at my hands fervently trying to fight the chill I felt not from the weather but because I was meeting Helen Ryker – Kai’s mother today.I had gotten a call from her yesterday after my evening classes – she sounded so polite and proper on the phone and before I could say anything, she introduced herself and asked if we could meet today at no other place but the pack house.At first, I’d been sceptical but before I could voice out my doubts, she said she didn’t want Kai to know that we’d be meeting and she wanted to have a heart-to-heart talk and the only place she could be comfortable enough for that was the pa
Lily POVA few days later, I woke up at the crack of dawn and quickly went through my morning routine. I had spent the night at Celeste’s house.By the time I heard movements downstairs, I’d already bathed and showered. When I went down, I saw a dishevelled Celeste in the kitchen nursing a cup of coffee. From the tired look on her face and the sleep bags under her eyes, I knew she didn’t have a good night’s sleep.Celeste was in charge of the Welfare servicing of the pack. She allocated funds for meetings, and social groups, took reports of the training and welfare of the pack warriors and everything that had to do with welfare. Since Kai didn’t have a Luna yet, she and her mom were helping out.“Hey,” I greeted her as soon as I entered the kitchen.“Lily?” she narrowed her eyes at me, staring at her wristwatch. “It’s not time for your training yet. Where are you going dressed like this.”“To help you,” I said brightly. “You don’t seem like you want to leave the house this early and w
Briella POVThe only reason why I had insisted on working in Kai’s office was not that I could find every excuse to see him whenever I wanted.I strode into the administrative wing of the Pack Office building, my heels clicking against the tiled floor. The confrontation with Lily earlier today in school had put me in a very good mood and had earned me my points. Sooner or later, Kai’s relationship with Lily will come to light and by that time, everyone will see how unfit she is to be Luna.I was Kai’s perfect match and I’m sure everyone saw it too.When I arrived at the session that leads to Kai’s office, I reached for my ID to scan into the building but the scanner beeped, the light flashing red instead of green. I frowned and tried again, adjusting the angle of my card to fit properly into the scanner but still, the light refused to turn to green.I stood there, my heart racing with anger and disbelief as I looked around, hoping to catch the gaze of any of the security men stationed
Briella POVI turned to see Kevin – Kai’s cousin, leaning casually against the bar. I almost forgot; this was his turf. He regularly frequented here to get out of Kai’s radar and to do whatever he wanted.“Rough day?” he asked taking the shot the bartender placed in front of me and downing it instead.“Hey! That was mine!” I snarled but he was already done with the drink.“I heard you caused quite a scene at the Pack Office Building, but no one would give me the full details.”I sighed heavily as fresh tears rolled down my cheeks. “Kai’s mother – Luna Helen kicked me out of the pack house. Kai deactivated my pass to the office building without being told what I did wrong. They won’t let me see any of them. It's like I’m being erased from the pack entirely.”Kevin whistled low. “Ouch. That’s harsh, even for Aunt Helen.”“Tell me about it,” I muttered reaching for the empty shot glass and drinking the drops in it. “I just want to drink away my sorrow. Can’t you see?”He studied me for a
Kevin POVI woke up with a mild headache and a dead arm.When I turned, Briella was curled next to me, snoring gently. I smiled, pushing back her hair as I stared at her face. I had to give it to myself, I had a knack for sleeping with only the best women. I couldn’t believe I’d added my uncle’s collection to the pile.Stretching, while trying not to wake her, I slowly roused, placing her head gently on the sofa and rose to my feet. Padding barefoot, I crossed the room to the tiny kitchen and poured myself a glass of water. Just as I tried to pour myself a second glass, Briella stirred.She groaned in pain, holding her head as she slowly adjusted into a sitting position.“Oh, my head!” she groaned again.I poured her a glass of water, grabbing some aspirin from the kitchen drawer as I came towards her.“Drink this,” I said quietly “It’ll help.”She raised her head to see me and then I saw everything in her eyes. From surprise to rage and then to panic as her eyes scanned the room, pro
Lucas POVI sat in my study, nursing a glass of whisky as a storm brewed in my mind.The revelation that Lily wasn’t Alpha Gregory’s biological daughter had changed everything. It explained so much—the coldness she had endured, the scorn from certain members of the pack, the maltreatment from both her father and her sister. It all made sense now.I clenched my jaw, the glass trembling slightly in my grip.No wonder he had been determined to drive her out of the pack in the middle of the night with nothing but an old rickety car. Alpha Gregory, the man who had raised her, who had pretended to be her father, had been behind it all.My wolf snarled beneath my skin. How many times had Lily cried herself to sleep, believing she wasn’t good enough? How many times she had endured the pack’s whispers, the subtle jabs that she killed her mother and the not-so-subtle exclusion?I set my glass down, leaning back in my chair as a grim determination settled over me. I had failed to protect Lily in
Lily POVI flinched at the words but I held my tongue.“You’re not the mate I would have chosen for my son,” she continued coldly. “But Kai made his choice, and as much as I disagree, I have to respect it.”I swallowed hard, my heart sinking further with every word. I thought the learning sessions with her occasionally meant we were bonding. Guess I was wrong.“Luna Helen, I-”“Don’t,” she raised her hand, stopping me mid-sentence. “I’m not here to scold you. I’m here to warn you.”The air in the car seemed to grow thicker.“But before I do that,” she continued lowering her voice as if she wanted to tell me a secret, “this situation with the she-wolf is different. It’s dangerous. Well, the woman is not dangerous in the way you might think, but dangerous.”My brows knitted in confusion. “Dangerous? How?”Luna Helen’s expression darkened. “You don’t understand the influence someone like her can have over an Alpha. A connection—whether from the past or something more recent – can disrupt
Lily POV“I’m sorry to interrupt,” I said, trying to keep my voice steady despite the turmoil inside me. “But I need to talk to Kai.”Luna Helen pursed her lips, but she gave a stiff nod. “We’re not finished here,” she said to Kai before turning and walking away, her heels clicking against the polished floor. As soon as we were alone, Kai sighed heavily, running a hand through his hair. He looked exhausted, shadows under his eyes, and tension etched into every line of his face.“What are you doing here, Lily?” he asked. His tone was not unkind but distant.I stepped closer, my hands clenching into fists at my sides. “I could ask you the same thing. You’ve been avoiding me for days, Kai. If it’s not this hospital, it’s somewhere else. What’s going on, Kai? What about us? Who is she, truly?”His expression hardened and his gaze drifted to the almost lifeless form of the woman lying on the bed, then back at me. Suddenly, he stirred me towards the door, taking one last glance as we closed
LilyI took Celeste’s advice.My heart pounded as I made my way to the pack hospital. The air was crisp, and the faint scent of pine mingled with the distant sound of chirping birds returning home to their nests for the evening, but none of it eased my nerves.I could hardly sleep last night, going over Kai’s distant behaviour, replaying every word, every moment where he had ignored me, and it was driving me mad.It was not just about the mysterious she-wolf anymore, but about Kai shutting me out completely. I feared the growing distance between us would become insurmountable if I didn’t confront him now.But today, I could confront him.When I reached the hospital, I continued to the VIP floor. The VIP floor was a world of its own. It was quiet, exclusive, and reserved for only members of the Alpha, Beta, and Gamma families. I had been here before, but today felt different.As the elevator stopped and I stepped onto the floor, squaring my shoulders, preparing myself for whatever lay
Lucas POVSince our mating ceremony, I didn’t only gain Vanessa’s trust but also the pack’s respect.The grand hall of the Golden Moon Pack shimmered with opulence, with crystal chandeliers casting soft, golden light across the gathering. Tonight, it was a celebration of the annual Moonlight Gala, the most prestigious event in our social calendar every year.I stood beside Vanessa, my arm loosely draped around her waist. She looked stunning in a deep emerald gown that clung to her curves, her radiant smile drawing attention from everyone in the hall. This would be our first appearance as mates since our ceremony.The gala celebrated the pack’s achievements for the year. Speeches were made, and awards were distributed. Aside from that, this would be a perfect opportunity to begin my plan. I wanted the pack for myself.I was tired of waiting for Alpha Gregory Stone—Vanessa’s father- to die or willingly retire before he handed over the reins of the pack to me entirely. I wanted to be in
Lily POVThat evening, I walked towards the Pack Hospital. Each step felt like walking on hot coal. I wasn't sure what I would find there or what I even wanted to say, but I needed answers.I was sure it was just the maids gossiping, as usual. I was sure it wasn't Kai, but somehow, for the sake of all the doubts running around my head, I needed to clear them.The pack hospital was quiet as I approached. Using the signs, I took the elevator to the VIP floor until I stopped at the door that read 'Alpha'. Steeling myself, I moved closer to the door, wondering if knocking would be a better option or something else.Just as I contemplated, the door swivelled open, and a team of healers and nurses stepped out of the room, leaving the door slightly ajar. Thankful for the quick fix, I moved closer and peeked in.Kai was sitting beside the bed of the injured she-wolf. His shoulders were sagged as if the world's weight was on him. He stared intently at her as if his gaze were her oxygen. The sh
Lily POVThe day passed in a blur.I attended all my classes, barely able to concentrate as my thoughts kept drifting back to Kai. I replayed our last few interactions from a week ago, searching for clues or signs I might have missed.But there was none.So, what was the problem?After my last class, I rushed to the pack house, determined to wait for Kai. I won’t let his distance or silence push me away. If he needed time, I would give it to him, but I needed to hear the words from his mouth—I deserve that honesty, at least.I waited all afternoon for him, but he didn’t come home. Suspecting he was held up at the office, I decided to work on my school project.By evening, there was still no sign of him. I busied myself with inconsequential tasks around the house, hoping he’d come home soon.I opened several gift boxes sent to Kai… Some were already a year old. I reheated dinner—I didn’t eat yet; I wanted us to eat together and in my mind; I kept rehearsing everything I would say to hi
Lily POVI paced the length of the living room in the pack house, my mind replaying everything that had happened that day.Kai’s cold dismissal at the hospital had stung more than I wanted to admit. I’d come to his side out of concern, but he’d pushed me away as though I was some stranger.I had left out of anger and the plan was to go back to my dormitory and never bother myself with him again until he reached out, but here; I was still waiting for him. I made some food for him, hoping he would come back any moment soon.But after 9 pm, I was growing worried.It was well past midnight when I heard the front door creak open, announcing his arrival. I froze where I sat on the couch in the living room, my heart racing with fear and anger. Deciding I would approach calmly and reasonably. I had to address what happened today.As he stepped into the living room, I rose to my feet, watching as he paused slightly; his face was pale and weary, dark circles shadowing his features. His shirt w
Kai POVI cradled the lady in my arms, gazing at her. This was definitely the face of the woman I’d been seeing in my visions. The eyes, the nose, the lips, everything about her was familiar.I felt a close affinity with her, even though everything was just so mysterious. But at least, I knew her name—Maya, and that was something.A while later, the ambulance arrived and the Para-healers that had come with it gave her first aid, after which they strapped her onto a stretcher and loaded her behind the van.“She’ll be fine, Alpha,” one of the Para-healers said assuring. “Her vitals are good, although she has loosed a lot of blood, but she’ll be fine. We’ll take her to the pack hospital immediately.”I nodded. “Thank you so much for coming at such short notice.”“No problem, Alpha. I’ll give you feedback on how everything goes from here on.”“You don’t need to do that,” I brushed past him, hoisting myself to the back of the ambulance “Because I’m going with you to the hospital.”The Para