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Aiden's PovIt had been weeks since the attack on my Pack and the taste of defeat left me broken in more ways than one. The ambush was swift, brutal, and unexpected. Mighty didn’t just come for Skylar, he came to destroy me and words had spread across territories, leaving my pack vulnerable to attacks from any other pack. I cried for my own failure at defending my territory and now my pack which use to be one of the most feared and most peaceful pack in Rome is now left stack naked.I couldn’t bear the humiliation. I buried myself in the room for a while before I could stand feet again. I knew this was not the time to be weak. So I stood up and ready to take responsibilities for everything. I told my warriors to go back into training because now that word had spread across the territories, Alpha’s would wan to claim my pack and they would come with war. I already lost my dignity, I wasn’t ready to lose my pack. Not now, not ever.I searched every nook and cranny of territories and pack
Today is the day I accept my role as Co-Alpha. I will be taking on my responsibilities as an Alpha alongside Ethan, and I am excited. I am excited about this new beginning. I stood in front of the mirror, checking myself out as I got dressed for the coronation. Just as I was about to apply the last touch of mascara, my phone started ringing. I rolled my eyes when I saw who was calling, then tapped the green button to pick up.“Hey, bitch,” Lilah echoed through the phone. She had been calling me all day.“Good morning to you too,” I said, putting the phone on speaker and placing it on the table to continue my makeup.“When will you be here?” she smiled through.“After the coronation. I’ll be out,” I said. “Don’t tell me you won’t be here to witness the bonding,” I added, trying to fake hurt.“You know why I couldn’t make it, but I promise to make it up to you,” she said on the other end.“I’ll see you soon then.”“Bye,” she ended the call.Since I met Lilah at the mall the other day, sh
Mighty's POV“Skylar, you can do this. Push,” Dr. Brenda urged, her voice steady as she encouraged Skylar to push out the baby. I didn’t want to watch—this scene was too intense for me. Watching a human come out of another human was a little too extreme. Skylar screamed in response.“Just one more push,” Dr. Brenda said. With a loud scream, Skylar gave one final push, and the baby emerged. The sound of the baby’s cries filled the room. I gave Skylar a small smile and a nod of acknowledgment before I left.It was a joyful moment for everyone—except for me, of course. She wasn’t the one I wanted a child with. My heart still belonged to a girl I’d fallen in love with back in school in Italy, and I hadn’t stopped feeling that way since. I rejected my mate because of her. It was a shock when I returned to Rome and saw her again, that night, dancing in the rain. It was a magical moment until I realized I wasn’t the only one watching her.Back then, when we were young pups, I was bullied a lo
Aiden's POVI jumped from the tree above and landed in my wolf form. He ran through the woods for his life, and my wolf followed close behind. Not that I couldn’t catch him immediately and tear him apart, but I enjoyed the chase. I loved watching my victims run and beg for their lives before killing them.I raced after him. He could’ve shifted into his wolf form too, but he was stupid. He just ran like a defenseless human. I pounced, ripping into him and tearing his head from his body. Lucas handed me a shirt as I shifted back to my human form. This was the thirteenth rogue wolf I’d killed this month.It’s been seven years of great torture, and I’ve enjoyed every bit of it. The pain reminds me I deserve all the bad things that have happened to me. Seven years since the Shadow’s attack on my pack. Seven years since my once-safe pack became a haven for rogue wolves. Seven years of trying to regain my dignity by hunting every last one of them.Different Alphas from other territories have
Aiden's POVAs the evening’s gathering wound down and the Alpha king delivered his final speeches, the room erupted in applause. Packs from across the world were acknowledged, but none more than Alpha Ethan’s pack. To my surprise, the Rock Reel Pack of Paris was hailed for their innovation, prosperity, and strength. They were recognized not just as a powerful pack but as the most powerful pack in all of Paris.I felt a mixture of respect and urgency. This was the ally I had been looking for all along, even if the odds seemed stacked against me because Ethan’s pack was wealthy and independent, and didn’t need anything from my struggling territory. I thought about what I could offer and I resolved to offer him a ten percent share of my territory. Deep down, I knew that would be of little interest to a pack as self-sufficient as Ethan’s.As the formalities ended, I exchanged pleasantries with a few Alphas, making sure to keep my composure, though my mind was already calculating what to d
Ethan's POVI drove out of the parking lot of Mouris’ mansion and made my way to the airport. Sometimes I love my alone time, which was why I came to Italy alone. I just didn’t want to bring anyone along. I enjoy keeping a low profile wherever I go. I am very famous, both in the werewolf world and in the human world. I was well-known in the werewolf world for having the safest and strongest pack as an Alpha. In the human world, I was ranked as the youngest billionaire. I represent the Roux Group of Companies and have been representing it well ever since I took over. Always being in front of the camera can be exhausting sometimes, which is why I take every chance I get to have some alone time.My mind drifted back to Aiden. Of course, I knew who he was, and I intentionally went to greet Mouris to give him a chance to speak with me. I knew Aiden wanted to say something to me because, the moment I entered the hall, I caught Leo—Emily’s pup’s scent—in the room. I made sure to find him, an
Ethan's POVMy car stopped in front of Roux Fashion Studio, I didn’t even wait for Bruno to open the door for me before I yanked the door open myself. I couldn’t wait. I raced into the building with Zoey in my hand. I didn’t even bother to wait for Isla and Other pups, they know their way up and I wanted Emily to see them immediately.The Roux Fashion Studio is a Marvel of modern designs. The large floor-to-ceiling windows bathed the white room in natural light, and the sleek furniture was arranged artfully around the spaces. The mannequins were draped in Emily’s latest designs. The perfectly tailored garments resonate with the sophistication and classiness she was known for. The place smelled of fresh fabric and the subtle scent of lavender gave it a calm and creative ambiance.Cynthia, Emily’s assistant was roosted behind the sleek white desk checking through papers. The floors are smooth, polished concrete which made every of my footstep echo in the vast space. Cynthia raised her h
Emily's POVI was so scared when Ethan dropped the news about Zoey being a witch, but I was even more terrified when I witnessed her raising a ball in the air. What?!!Zoey is only six. Usually, werewolves don't develop any form of ability until they get their wolves, which happens when they turn sixteen. So, it’s shocking to see a six-year-old practicing magic. Her parents must have been incredibly powerful witches.“Where are Isla and the other kids?” I asked Ethan when I realized I hadn’t seen Midrar or Leo. Isla took the three kids to the airport to welcome Ethan home, but he came back with only Zoey.“I thought they’d come up here with us, but I guess they wanted to stay in the car. Leo and Midrar have been going back and forth about something, though I’m not sure what,” he said.“Zoey’s case aside for now, we have other matters to attend to,” Ethan said, his expression turning serious. I guessed this had something to do with his trip to Italy.“What’s up?” I asked.“Let me start