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ZIVAI stayed in the bushes, hiding from any angry-looking wolves that might attack me. Strangely, I wanted to survive. Perhaps that should be because I wished for my mother’s release from that cold cell. I don't know how long I hid in the bushes, but I'm certain it took a long time.Crunch!Crunch! The crunching of footsteps echoed in my ear, and my ear rang at the sound of different voices.Voices... People!If people are here, I'll be able to reach the Alpha's mansion safely. There are no growling sounds either, so this place should be safe.Cautiously, I reached out my hand and moved a branch aside, peering through the gap to see what was happening.Luckily, there were no wolves in sight. Everyone was human, and they all seemed to be normal. I decided to come out of the bushes!As I tried to come out, I found myself caught in the branches. I pushed and shoved, but the leaves and sticks kept hitting my face, blocking my path.For a minute, it felt like the bushes were conspiring t
XANDERLater, what caught my attention was Ziva’s continuous scream. I gazed at her and noticed how she stared at me with her eyes wide open. Also, I shouldn't forget how she screamed, and looked messy, with leaves in her hair and scratches on her face.It is disgusting to recall that I saved her, but what other option did I have? If I hadn't saved her, she would have been added to the list of my mates or women who died. I hated rumors, so I saved her, just like I would have done to my pack members. I took the blanket Lance held and covered my bare skin with it.Since I had taken care of the rogues and the pack was no longer in havoc, I decided to leave. Also, I was uninterested in whatever the Ziva girl wanted to say.“Incrociami nella mia ufficio,” I said to Lance, as I walked away from their presence.(Meet me in my office)Screech!A screech echoed, as a car parked by my side. It must have been the car Lance boarded for me. I stepped inside and it sped off to the mansion. I re
XANDERThe rogue looked confident, andI found myself wondering what was going on behind the rogue's expression. Was he scared or confident? Calm or pretending to be calm? I watched closely, my gaze fixed on his face, trying to read his every reaction.“I and my group came for what was ours,” the rogue spoke boldly. With that, I became curious.What does he mean? Why will my pack store a rogue’s belongings?I couldn't help but ask a question, my voice tinged with a hint of curiosity, “What do you mean? What are you talking about?”“Don’t pretend to not be aware of the Crystal-”Crystal Moon? Before the rogue could complete his statement, I snapped my fingers calmly.“Excuse us,” I spoke authoritatively. Without wasting time, the guards marched out, but Lance stood.“You too,” I spoke. Lance bowed his head that instant. He walked out of the cell.As soon as he was gone, I glanced back at the confident rogue.“How did you know about the Crystal Moon?” I questioned, my voice coming out
XANDERBefore the little Ziva girl entered the cell, I had tested another Collar on the rogue. Sigh... It turned out that the rogue was telling the truth about Ziva being the key to the Crystal Moon Guardian.But how did she know about the Crystal Moon Guardian’s location? Gosh, I should have known. Those Darwins are sneaky!Ziva walked into the cell calmly, and the rogue confirmed that Ziva was the girl he referred to. The Collar also indicated that the rogue was telling the truth.If Ziva knows about the Crystal Moon Guardian with Alpha Darwin, what am I waiting for? I will transform the Granelma Pack into ruins instantly!Ziva sat, and I took the other chair. I only mentioned that she had an Agony Collar around her neck, and she was already trembling. She sniffled like she had started crying.I felt a bit odd, more like I was pained because of her sadness... Whatever. I should focus on getting answers instead!Then, I glanced at her, watching how she stared at her burning wrists du
XANDER“Leave,” Her statement replayed in my head. What does she take me for? A fool? I won't fall for her dirty lies to cover up for her father’s deed. Her father had taken the Guardian and she is trying to hide the Guardian’s location.I was a fool for not investigating her at first. I should have known.I left the ward just like she wanted, not without slamming the door in anger as it fell and broke. ~~I walked down the stairs, and upon reaching the dining hall, Ziva was not around again. It has been four days now, and surprisingly, I haven't seen her in the mansion. Perhaps that's because I've been busy with pack work.I pulled out a chair and turned to the Head Omega, “Did she have breakfast?”“Who?” The Head Omega replied.I faced her with a deadly glare, and she gazed at the floor instantly.“That Ziva girl,” I responded.“Alpha, I've not seen her for some days now,” the Head Omega uttered, causing me to pause.“And what does that mean?”“She has not been in this mansion for f
ZIVAHis phone was not clasped in his hand, as it was obviously in his pocket since the outlines were clear on his tight sweatpants.“Why are you not in the Omega’s uniform? That's an offense,” he spoke loudly, causing my eyes to widen as I was caught off guard.How dare he relate me to an Omega?! I'm his wife, an Alpha’s wife!“Uhm...” I heard a feminine voice say, interrupting my conversation with Alpha Xander.Out of the corner of my eye, I saw a figure approach us. “She is Alpha Xander’s wife.” the figure whispered. It was a fat figure, and as it neared, I realized that it was the Head Omega.My brows furrowed, with my eyes darting back and forth between the Head Omega and Alpha Xander as if trying to follow a tennis match.Huh? Why is she telling him that? Doesn't he know that I'm his wife?“Oh! I was not aware!” Alpha Xander exclaimed.Suddenly, he took my hand gently. He raised it to his lips and brushed them against the back of my hand. Then, he raised his gaze and muttered
XANDERHe stayed mute, and I moved away from him, not wanting to beat him up or do something I would regret later on.I calmed myself as I fought to keep my composure.“I don't know what has gotten into you or what influenced you, but this was not what I was expecting from you. You being the younger one doesn't make you less of a son, and you should be more pressed towards getting revenge than I am. I am disappointed in you.” I said all that I had in my mind before leaving his presence.To be honest, the only reason why Alexei stayed in the city was because of the petty fights we had when we were younger. We also fought for the Alpha position, but luckily, my father assigned me as the next Alpha because I was older. Sigh... Alexei was born a few minutes after I was washed, but that doesn't mean that he should be a fool!ZIVAWith the aim of getting the Crystal Moon, I built a friendly relationship with the Omegas, and the Head Omega, hoping that they would shed light about the Cryst
ZIVAHastily, I turned to Alexei, not wanting to be caught up with Alpha Xander’s dark gaze. As Alexei walked into another part of the training area, I followed. In this part of the training area, there were some warriors with guns who were also shooting at a dummy, just like Alpha Xander was.As soon as Alexei entered the area, the other warriors immediately evacuated, leaving just me and Alexei.“I think you would definitely love to try this out,” Alexei spoke. He stretched a pistol toward me, and I shook my head quickly. “I've never thrown a punch let alone used a pistol. I might end up hurting someone.” I confessed, my voice so soft that I was irked, and wondered what changed it.Alexei’s jaw dropped, “What? You are an Alpha’s daughter; you should be able to do this.”“Well, I'm kinda like a pampered daughter,” I lied, covering up the moments I was a slave and Omega in Granelma Pack.“Alright, but I think this is the best time to practice this while I'm still around,” he replied
ZAREK The hall had emptied, leaving behind a quiet that felt almost sacred. The day had been full of energy and celebration, but now, with everyone gone, it was just Tania and me. The air was calm, and I could feel the weight of the moment settling in. I turned to her, my heart steady. This wasn’t going to be a surprise—after all, her mother had practically announced my intentions earlier. But that didn’t matter. What mattered was what I had to say, and how much I wanted to share this with her.“Let’s take a walk,” I suggested, squeezing her hand gently.She looked at me, her eyes warm and trusting, and nodded. We made our way up the grand staircase to the top floor, where the large windows offered a clear view of the night sky. The moon hung low, casting its soft light across the polished floors, creating an intimate, almost magical atmosphere.Tania turned to me, curiosity in her gaze. “What are you up to, Zarek?”I chuckled softly. “I know your mother already spilt the beans
ZAREK “Mum, what’s going on here?” Tania asked, her brows furrowing in concern.Tania’s mother looked up, a touch of defensiveness in her tone. “I was just discussing your engagement plans with Zarek. Don’t I have the right to know?”Tania opened her mouth to protest, but I stepped in to diffuse the situation. “It’s fine, Tania. There’s nothing wrong with discussing it. And yes, I do have plans to propose.”Tania’s eyes widened slightly with surprise, then softened as she looked at me. Her mother let out a sigh of relief. “Alright then,” she said, giving a small nod before walking away, leaving us in the midst of the bustling crowd.Tania tugged gently at my hand, guiding me towards the photo op area. As we walked, I couldn’t help but ask, “You’re not worried about the delay in the proposal, are you?”She shook her head, a light smile on her lips. “No, not at all. A normal relationship takes about two years before a proposal is made, so this is pretty standard. Besides, you’ve been
ZAREKTime passed, and the weight of justice finally settled.With Boss and Alpha Barral behind bars, the world felt a little safer, a little lighter.Then, a loud, booming voice echoed through the hall: “Alpha Zarek!”The words reverberated off the high ceilings and marble floors, sending a shiver down my spine.In an instant, the hall erupted into thunderous applause, a sound filled with appreciation and respect. I let the waves of applause wash over me, taking a moment to soak it all in.This moment felt surreal, almost like a dream, yet the warmth of the applause and the shining eyes of Xander and his Luna, Ziva, reassured me that it was real. The pride that radiated from them confirmed everything I had fought for.I took a deep breath, savouring the moment, then began my walk to the stage.The crowd parted, clearing a path for me, their eyes full of admiration and respect. As I climbed the steps, the weight of responsibility settled on my shoulders, but it was a burden I was re
ZAREK I held my breath. Alpha Rowan? I had heard of him—a powerful Alpha who was supposed to have been killed along with his wife. But this? It didn’t make any sense.“That’s impossible. He and his wife were killed,” I said, my voice barely audible.“They were,” Lizzy confirmed, her eyes darkening with the weight of the truth. “Nikolas’s father and boss conspired to kill Alpha Rowan and his wife as part of a twisted plan to seize power. When the plan went south and Boss was discarded, he hid the truth from you to protect his own agenda.”The room felt like it was spinning, with the walls closing in as the reality of her words sank in. I felt like I was falling, unable to grasp anything solid. The man who raised me, who trained me, who I trusted—he’d kept this from me my entire life. I had lived in the shadow of a lie. “So, everything I thought I knew... was a lie?”Lizzy nodded; her expression pained. “He kept you in the dark because he didn’t want you to know where you really
ZAREK Tania’s breath hitched, her eyes searching mine for any hint of a joke. But this was no time for jokes, no room for lies.“Assassins?” she whispered, her voice trembling with disbelief.“Yes,” I confirmed, leaning in closer, my tone even. “We’re trained, skilled, and we do whatever it takes—robbing, stealing, destroying.”“The man Lizzy killed was sent to take us out. He murdered Ramirez and Bruce, and he wouldn’t have stopped until he succeeded.”As I spoke, I watched as Tania’s expression shift—a collision of shock and confusion. I could see her trying to piece it all together with the revelation I had just dropped. “What? This whole time?” She asked.I nodded, feeling the weight of my own words. I never wanted her to find out like this. Not like this. But there was no going back now. “I never wanted you to find out this way, but it’s the truth. There’s more, though, Tania.” I paused, grappling with the right words. How do you explain the darkest parts of yourself to so
ZAREK We stood there for a long moment, wrapped in each other's arms, the tension and fear melting away.The tremble in Tania's shoulders stilled, and when she finally pulled back, her eyes, once clouded with tears, had cleared.“I met Lizzy recently,” she whispered. The words startled me, and I felt my pulse quicken.“Lizzy? Is she alright?” I asked, searching her face for answers.The thought of anything happening to Lizzy sent a jolt of panic through me. I needed to know if she was okay.Tania nodded, “Yes, she came here with me.”As she spoke, the tightness in my chest eased, replaced by a wave of relief. If Lizzy was with Tania, then she had to be safe.Afterwards, I noticed that she shifted her gaze to what was behind me. Her expression shifted to a mix of relief and something else.Concerned, I followed her line of sight, and turned to see Lizzy.She stood in the doorway, her eyes locked on me. She didn't seem hurt or weary. She seemed rather strong. Stronger than I remembered
ZAREK The memory of the man on the phone lingered. Whoever he was, he felt more like a conspirator.And then there was Dr. Everett, standing before me with that unnerving calm, as if everything was perfectly under control.Something didn’t add up.“Are you even a specialist?” The question slipped out before I could stop myself.Dr. Everett’s expression turned mocking. “That’s a good question.” He leaned in, his eyes glinting with amusement. “Is the Medical Arts Building even real? Am I the real Dr. Everett?”My mind raced. The Medical Arts Building isn’t real?Confusion clouded my thoughts. “What are you talking about?”“This is all just a game,” he said with a casual shrug.“What?” I said, bewildered.Dr. Everett’s back was now turned to me as he moved towards a distant table.“Wait a minute,” I said slowly, dread creeping in. “You’re not Dr. Everett, are you?”He didn’t respond; his focus absorbed in whatever he was searching for. The metallic clinks filled the silence.Then, his l
ZAREK The pungent smell of blood jolted me awake, making my stomach turn. I immediately started coughing uncontrollably, and blood spilt out of my mouth with each rasp.Even when I tried to push myself up, my arms barely responded, quivering under the strain.I felt weak—far weaker than usual. Had I injured myself during the transformation?I shook my head slightly, trying to recall. But the memories were hazy, blurred by pain.The only clear memory was how I had hurt Tania—or, worse, maybe even killed her.The thought hit me like a sledgehammer: my claws slicing through the air... her lifeless form.I squeezed my eyes shut, trying to block out the images, but they burned behind my eyelids, searing into my mind.I forced myself to focus, to push past the rising wave of guilt. I had to find out where I was and what had happened. But as I shifted, pain flared in my wrists, snapping me back to the present.I looked down and saw silver cuffs clamped tightly around them.Why am I cuff
TANIA I slowly opened my eyes, only to be stabbed by a bright light that made me wince. For a moment, I lay there, trying to let my senses adjust.Taking a deep breath, I raised my head and attempted to sit up, but the effort sent the room into a dizzying swirl of colours and shapes. My strength faltered, and I fell back against the pillow, my head sinking into its softness.As I lay there, my hand instinctively moved to my cheek, where a dull ache pulsed beneath the surface. I traced the tender skin, feeling the faint ridges where claws had raked across it.The memory of that searing pain was still vivid, as was the look on Zarek's face—his eyes wild and uncontrolled, filled with a terror I had never seen before.A shudder ran through me at the thought, and my heart began to race. Despite the dizziness, I forced myself to sit up again, driven by my concern for Zarek.I needed to see him.I sat up, and slowly, the room gradually came into focus. I took in the sterile white walls