Kai - POVDuring the council meeting, Francis tried to incriminate Caroline and her mother. However, he lacked proof and the time to shield his actions from the council's scrutiny. He did manage to concoct some evidence against Gordon, leading the council to demand that Francis compensate for defaming my name. Even though I pressed for stricter action, the council refrained, which angered me. Once Caroline and her mother departed, I received a message from Xavier revealing the real culprit, and my anger surged. Swiftly, I sought out a rogue witch to provide me with a disguise potion so that I could infiltrate the Bluewood Pack. Choosing to masquerade as an errand boy at the Francis Mansion, I was able to keep a close eye on him."Damn it! I should have killed that witch Caroline; she has ruined all my plans to control Kai through Neon," Francis grumbled in his office as I passed by, feigning the role of a worker transporting inventory boxes."Alpha, we could still kill Caroline and h
Kai - POV"Beta Vaz, I was counting, and there is one missing box in the inventory," I told Beta Vaz, who glanced at me, then surveyed the surrounding boxes as though he could count them by sight. I'd used my magic to vanish one box."Why are you standing here? Where did the box go?" Vaz demanded, his voice ominous and his eyes glowing with an eerie light."I was awaiting your arrival, Beta, to inform you that the missing box appears to have been left at the storage house," I assured him. My words seemed to quell his suspicions; his intense gaze softened. He checked the inventory file, nodded his approval, and dismissed me. Feeling relief wash over me, I exited the Manor. Outside, I noticed Francis besieged by pack members and an elder questioning him. Surprisingly, he responded calmly, not inciting the pack members or elders.With a quick glance around, Francis ventured further into the pack territory. From my hidden vantage point behind the house, I watched him stealthily. He approa
Leia–POVRovina appeared surprised by the leniency of her punishment, thanking Xavier, Kai, and myself before Eric escorted her to her new residence. I intend to visit her later. Though Kai seemed dissatisfied with the light punishment, he didn't raise objections or display his typical brash behavior."Xavier, Leia, I need to speak with you," Kai announced, gesturing for us to follow him to Xavier's office. Once inside, I settled into a holster chair, Xavier sat beside me, and Kai sank into the couch.Kai looked fatigued as he sighed and fidgeted with his fingers. "Kai, what's bothering you?" Xavier finally broke the silence."Francis used black magic to forge a fake mate link with Leia," Kai said."We know," Xavier responded. "I meant to tell you, but with everything happening so quickly... Xavier trailed off, not wanting to bring up Sia's death again.I then detailed to Kai the events following Sia's discovery of the fake mate bond. I told him about the dark voice that had surfaced
Xavier - POVI take my seat on the council, joining Nathan, the Alpha of the West, and Jordan, the Alpha of the East. I'm the Alpha of the North, and Francis, the former Alpha of the South known as Bluewood, is no longer in power. I feel a surge of satisfaction as my brother Kai begins to take the upper hand. The council enters the room, followed by Neon, who locks eyes with me, a flicker of hate visible in his gaze."I thank you all, Alphas, for convening at such short notice," begins Ather, the Council Head. "We are here to resolve pack issues and to maintain peace among the shifters. We hope to prevent any war instigated by Alpha Tiger." Ather fixes a stern gaze on Alpha Neon of the Tiger clan, which returns a sigh. "We have Alpha Neon of the Tiger clan with us, seeking justice for his father's death. According to Caroline's testimony and corroborating evidence, Alpha Kai of Blackmoon was proven innocent, and Gordon has been identified as the guilty party who killed Alpha Nesser."
Leia–POVThe new power coursed through my body, warmth radiating from my right side while my left side remained cold. I couldn't stop shaking. Even as Susan tried to calm me with her magic, her troubled gaze remained locked on me. "What's going on?" Kai asked, his arm around my shoulder, my body pressed against his. My heart fluttered at his proximity, but I dismissed the feeling for now. "She seems to have a stronger power than we assumed," Susan stated, distancing herself from me."What do you mean?" I asked."You're not a typical hybrid witch who harbors two elements," Susan replied, rubbing the bridge of her nose. Apparently, my energy was causing her a headache. I glanced at Kai, who seemed unaffected. With his help, my trembling subsided, and I sat down. As I was held firmly in his grasp, Kai started talking to Xavier over the phone, oblivious to my blushing face. However, Susan wasn't. A knowing smirk played on her lips."Is he your mate?" She whispered."Yes," I admitted. "I
Leia - POVYesterday, I heard Francis's voice, which terrified me. I should have mentioned it to Xavier and Kai, who came home late from the Bluewood Pack. To ease my mind, I planned to go out with Daisy.Daisy and I sat at the local café of the Pack. I wanted to confide in my friend and speak my mind. "It seems like you have a lot going on," Daisy muttered behind her coffee mug. "I want to ask you about the Alpha Xavier's mark. Did you accept him as your mate?" Daisy bombarded me with all her questions as if she had been dying to ask me. I couldn't help but chuckle at Daisy's curious gleam, which made her look like a little child."Oh, come on, Leia. Speak, please," Daisy whined like a child."I know you may find my answers absurd," I sighed, tracing the rim of my cup with my fingers. "Xavier and I slept together." Daisy looked surprised."Of course, it makes sense. Alpha Xavier also marked you as his mate, so you agreed to the mate bond instead of rejecting it," Daisy asked, sipping
Ana – POVMy spy delivered a crucial piece of intel. The words drew me in as I unfolded the letter in the comfort of my furnished apartment, nestled in the human world. It read that Francis, no longer an Alpha, had been seized by Neon for punishment. Alpha Xavier and Alpha Kai worked together, unveiling Francis' misdeeds to the council and Neon. Moreover, there were whispers of Leia flaunting a mate mark allegedly given by Alpha Xavier. As I absorbed this information, anger swelled within me, intensifying my loathing for Leia. She'd come in, which disrupted my plans of reuniting with Xavier and potentially becoming the Luna of the Blackmoon pack. I needed to remove Leia from the picture, so my path to Xavier could be cleared and my plan could resume its course. A knock on the door interrupted my thoughts. My father, perhaps? He'd been showing concern for my growing, unhealthy obsession with Xavier. He feared I would cross boundaries, not understanding that true love persists even wh
Leia – POVThe guards regarded me, adopting defensive postures. "I am here to see Rovina," I stated. One guard exchanged a questioning look with his counterpart."Do you have Alpha's approval?" one of them inquired. I scoffed at the suggestion, pushing back my hair to reveal Xavier's mark. The guards immediately straightened up. "I am sorry, Luna. We were unaware that Alpha Xavier had a mate since the Luna ceremony was not officially conducted.""It's okay. May I enter now?" One of the guards nodded, unsealing and opening the door for me. Upon entering, I found Rovina seated comfortably on the couch."Leia! What a surprise," Rovina greeted me warmly, embracing me."I came to check on you," I admitted as we stepped away from the hug."I am okay," Rovina assured me with a sad smile. Her gaze lingered on me. "Were you crying before you arrived here?" Her words caught me off guard, but I couldn't hide anything from Rovina. She had known me well since childhood."It's nothing you need to b