Alpha Axel's POVI sat across from my beta, Daniel, in a tense meeting discussing pack business when suddenly we heard shouting and the sound of men barging into the room. Without hesitation, I shifted into my wolf form, my waist up still human as I prepared to defend myself and my pack."Stay behind me, Daniel," I growled, my eyes locked on the intruders.Daniel nodded, his own wolf form emerging as we lunged at the men, teeth bared and claws extended. The room erupted into chaos as we fought off the attackers, the sound of snarls and growls filling the air.After what felt like an eternity, we finally managed to subdue the men and I shifted back into my human form, panting heavily as I surveyed the damage. "Are you okay, Daniel?" I asked, checking on my beta."I'm fine, Alpha," he replied, his voice strained but determined. "We need to make sure they don't come back."I nodded in agreement, my mind racing with thoughts of how to strengthen our defenses. But then, a sudden realizati
Athena's POVI recognized the tattoo on the men that attacked the palace to be Ardolf's men. It was a symbol I had seen numerous times during my days of being in his cabin.As chaos erupted within the walls, I knew I had no choice but to leave. Eagerly, I made my way out, my heart pounding in my chest. I jumped into my car and drove swiftly towards the woods, seeking solace and a moment to think. After parking, I ventured into the dense forest, the leaves rustling beneath my feet. The cabin loomed ahead, a dark shadow amidst the towering trees. As I approached, my heart began to race once again.Ardolf stood at the entrance, his formidable presence sending a shiver down my spine. "You have finally arrived," he said with a smirk, his eyes locked on mine.I pushed aside the uneasiness and mustered up the courage to confront him. "What is the meaning of your men attacking the palace?" I demanded, my voice filled with a mix of anger and frustration.He took a step closer, attempting to
Alpha Axel's POV As I walked into the dungeon, I could feel the tension in the air. The guards looked up as I entered, their expressions wary."Make sure no one gets in here, especially Athena," I warned them. "If anything happens to the prisoners before the interrogation, your heads will be on the chopping block."The guards nodded nervously, understanding the gravity of my threat. I turned on my heel and made my way back to Rachel's room, hoping to find her there.But when I entered, the room was empty. I frowned, wondering where she could have gone. I pulled out my phone and dialed her number."Rachel, where are you?" I asked as soon as she picked up."I'm out running some errands," she replied. "Is everything okay?"I hesitated, debating whether to tell her about my suspicions about Racheal or not. But before I could say anything, she continued, "I'll be back soon. Don't worry, I'll be safe."I sighed, relieved that she was okay. "Just be careful, okay? I'll see you when you get
Racheal's POVAs Axel and I walked into the grand dining hall, our hands intertwined, the atmosphere was tense. Axel wasted no time and approached the queen, his mother, with a furrowed brow. "What is Athena doing here?" he inquired, his voice laced with concern.Athena, standing nearby, replied calmly, "I can leave if my presence is not welcome."The queen, sensing the tension, intervened, "No, Athena, please stay." Turning to Axel, she added, "Let's talk."Axel nodded, leading his mother to a secluded corner where they engaged in a heated discussion, their voices hushed but their expressions intense. I could tell they were arguing about Athena's unexpected presence.After a while, Axel returned to the table and took my hands, his eyes filled with regret. "I'm sorry," he whispered.I squeezed his hands reassuringly. "It's fine, Axel. We'll figure this out."As dinner progressed, I noticed a shift in the air. My mother and the queen, who had been at odds earlier, were now engaged in
Alpha Axel's POVI ran towards the big white circle, my heart pounding in my chest as I saw Rachael convulsing with her body shaking uncontrollably. A strong wave flung me away, but I quickly regained my footing and saw her mother holding her, chanting some spells. Soon, Rachael calmed down, but she was unconscious. Her mother beckoned me to come forward, but I hesitated, unsure of what had just happened."It's alright, come closer," her mother reassured me. With a deep breath, I cautiously put a foot into the circle. Nothing happened. Encouraged, I rushed towards Rachael's body, feeling the coldness of her skin despite her still breathing."Let's take her to her room," her mother said, her voice filled with urgency. Without hesitation, I picked up Rachael and hurried into her room, her mother and mine following closely behind. I gently laid her on the bed as her mother lit a candle and began murmuring more spells.As the room filled with a soft glow from the candle, her mother t
Athena's POVAs I walked out of the palace, my heart was racing with excitement. Rachel was unconscious, and while that wasn't my original plan for her, it was a small victory. I knew I had to act quickly before she woke up and ruined everything.I could feel someone following me as I made my way to my car. I smiled to myself, knowing it was Alpha Axel. He must have put a trail on me because he was starting to have doubts about my loyalty. I decided to play along and lure him into the trap I had set.I got into my car and drove off, making sure to take a few detours to throw off anyone who might be following me. I drove for miles into the woods, the trees closing in around me as I navigated the winding roads.I could see the headlights of the car behind me in my rearview mirror, keeping a safe distance but never losing sight of me. I smirked to myself, knowing that Alpha Axel was falling right into my trap.Finally, I reached a clearing deep in the woods. I parked my car and got out
Alpha Axel's POVI injected the intruders with wolfsbane and watched as they writhed in pain on the floor. "Who sent you?" I demanded, my voice cold and menacing.One of the intruders, a young man with fear in his eyes, refused to speak. I could see the hesitation in his eyes, the struggle to keep his secrets hidden.I turned to my beta, Daniel, who stood by my side, his expression unreadable. "They won't talk," I said, frustration creeping into my voice.Daniel placed a hand on my shoulder, his touch grounding me. "Perhaps we should give them some time to reconsider," he suggested calmly.I shook my head, my anger boiling over. "No, I need answers now," I growled, my eyes flashing with fury.I noticed the young man was on the verge of breaking, his resolve crumbling under the pressure. Without hesitation, I turned to the other intruder and snapped his neck, the sound echoing in the room.The young man gasped, his eyes wide with terror. "Please, I'll tell you everything," he pleaded,
Athena's POV As I cautiously approached Ardolf's cabin deep in the woods, my heart pounded with a mix of anxiety and determination. I needed his help, and I hoped he would listen to reason. The door creaked open as a guard opened it and I entered, finding Ardolf sitting by the fireplace, his gaze intense as he looked up at me."Ardolf, we need to act now. Rachel is unconscious," I began, urgency lacing my words.Ardolf's eyes narrowed slightly as he considered my words. "We should hold off for now. Rushing into things could make matters worse," he replied, his voice steady."But we don't have time! Alpha Axel suspects me, and he even had a palace guard trailing me," I insisted, the weight of the situation pressing down on me."Why did you come here then, knowing you were being followed?" Ardolf questioned, his brow furrowed in annoyance.Taking a deep breath, I met his gaze. "I had to take care of the loose end and I killed him.”“ I killed the person and delivered the head to the p