XANDERI knew what I was capable of, and that was why I warned Lance again. I didn't want to hurt my Beta and best friend because of his disobedience.“Alpha, it's not Beta Lance,” a voice responded politely. This time, I glanced at the door and perceived the person's scent. “It is an Omega with traces of tantalizing aroma around his scent,” My wolf hissed, sniffing the Omega’s scent as my stomach grumbled. “Come in,” I voiced out. Suddenly, the door swung open, and an Omega in uniform walked in, bowing his head at my presence“Breakfast has been prepared, Alpha,” the Omega uttered, keeping his head low.“All right,” I said quickly, gesturing for him to leave. He bowed again and retreated from the room, closing the door behind him.I pushed my chair back and looked at my wristwatch. It was only seven in the morning, but I felt like I was starving.Upon reaching the dining hall, I spotted the Granelma Pack’s Princess seated on a chair that surrounded the long dining table. Certainly
ZIVAAlpha Darwin did not appear at the party, but the Omega mentioned that he requested for my presence which means that he is in this pack. But, I could not trust the Omega. It could be a lie. I glanced at him, and silently, he showed me a card. It was the card Alphas used as identification. The card exudes authority and power, and Alpha Darwin’s name was boldly carved on it.Sweat dripped down my forehead, meanwhile, the Omega gestured toward the double doors that led to the entrance of the mansion. Without hesitating, I walked toward the doors, with my hands trembling a bit. This ceremony is going to unite the two packs, and my mother will be released. But why does Alpha Darwin want a private discussion? As I reached the door, an Omega opened the doors with a bow, maybe giving me respect because I was their Alpha’s wife. But I didn't care, since my mother was far more important. As I stepped outside, I realized that night had fallen, and the moon was high in the sky. I felt a
ZIVANo, no, calling Alpha Xander’s name loudly will be termed as being disrespectful, and I can get punished for it. Sigh... I guess the last option is to meet him, and explain what happened. Maybe he can help me to call or mind link Anji to help me with my dress.Calculating my steps, I carefully walked towards Alpha Xander. Upon reaching his side, I faked a smile, and voiced out, “Excuse me, can I borrow my husband?”Then, the two Alphas beside Alpha Xander chuckled loudly, and one of them muttered, “Of course, you can.”He and the other Alpha walked away, chuckling loudly at my statement. As soon as they were out of my sight, I turned to Alpha Xander, attempting to speak with him. But before I could open my mouth, Alpha Xander whispered with a raspy tone, “What is wrong with you?! Didn't you see that I was speaking with important guests?!”“I apologize, but I need your help. I-”He interrupted, “I am not interested in helping you. Sort yourself out, I have some important thing
ZIVAThe words Anji spoke brought back memories of how Alpha Xander acted coldly toward me. He does not seem loveable anyway, and since Anji mentions that he is my enemy, I should know my standards.“I know, and did I mention that I was in love with him?” I questioned, rolling my eyes. “I’m uninterested in that anyway. Right now, I just need some food, and a change of clothes.”“Alright, I will be in your bedroom,” Anji replied with a sigh, as she sounded like a mother who had completed scolding her child.I nodded, then I followed her into my bedroom. As soon as we entered inside, Anji suggested a few dresses that I could change into, meanwhile, I glanced at my reflection that appeared in the large mirror. The scars on my body were still visible. “Thank Goddess I added some healing potion to your foods and drinks,” Anji voiced out, jolting me out of my thoughts.I turned around, and faced her instantly.“Next time, you should inform me before adding any substance to my meals. I do n
ZIVAAfter the Head Omega bowed, the male Omega’s jaw dropped. He gazed at me and his gaze instantly dropped to the floor.I felt flattered by that behavior. The sight of being respected is so exciting! I love this view.I let out a chuckle, waving my hand as a gesture to the two Omegas.“Please don't, that's enough,” I uttered, and the two Omegas raised their heads.“Do you need his help by any chance?” The Head Omega inquired, causing me to recall that I came here because I was starving.“Yes! Yes!” I exclaimed, scratching my neck as I was a bit embarrassed. Commanding an Omega to get food for me at this time of the night might be too demanding. They may term me as a foodie, but anyway, my stomach won't stop grumbling.I glanced sideways, hoping that no one would be nearby. When I didn't spot anyone, I faced the two Omegas and spoke in a low tone, more like a whisper. “I need a light meal.”Their mouth opened agape instantly, as they moved back, like they were taken aback by my req
XANDERLance swept his golden hair out of his eyes and tilted his head, as if in slow motion. “I understand,” he said, before moving out of my room. After he left, I collapsed onto my bed and let out a long sigh. Darkness began to creep in at the edges of my vision since I wanted to sleep and prepare for what awaited me the next morning. However, my thoughts kept racing, keeping me awake. I tossed and turned, my mind spinning in circles. I closed my eyes and tried to slow my breathing, hoping that sleep would come.But no sooner had I closed my eyes than they fluttered open again. I felt restless. Sitting up on my bed, my wolf, Maz, spoke to me with a teasing voice. “So, are you still thinking about that Ziva girl?”I snapped at Maz, my patience wearing thin. “Cut it out. You're not helping. I'm trying to sleep.” Maz just laughed, an
XANDER“Soon, we will have our revenge. No need to worry,” Maz spoke in a soothing tone, but I was not comforted by his words. I could not get my mind off Rose, and who needs a wolf’s advice, when I'm worried about my loved ones?I need answers instead. I will have my revenge afterward, and nothing can stand in my way.Suddenly, the smell of ashes hit my nostrils, causing me to recall more and more of those dreadful moments. It was like a nightmare I couldn't wake up from. At that time, I could not control my emotions, and I did it. My bloody hands...My ear rang at a sudden noise as the smell of ashes and an eggy odor mingled with my breath. At first, I thought it was from my memories, but now, I don't think it is. Sniff, sniff!I raised my nose, sniffing the air, and my wolf's senses
ZIVAJust like I had decided to speak with Alpha Darwin, I went to my room to have my phone. As soon as I reached my phone, I checked the contact lists and surprisingly, there was only one phone number saved in the list. The phone number was saved as Dad with a love emoji after the word. There was no doubt in my mind that it was Alpha Darwin’s number.So, I hit the call button, my heart racing. The phone rang and rang, but no one picked up. I began to get exhausted. Just then, the smell of burnt food filled the air, making me wrinkle my nose. The pasta! I had completely forgotten about it. I rushed back to the kitchen, fearing the worst.(°•°) I didn't turn off the cooker before entering my room. Hastily, I ran downstairs, with my heart pounding, only for my worst fears to be confirmed.In the kitchen, I spotted the Omegas with some fire extin
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