Chapter 39 Logan's POV: The battle raged on around me, the clash of claws and fangs filling the air with a cacophony of violence. I fought with everything I had, my muscles burning with exertion as I tore through the horde of vampires that had invaded our pack grounds. But even as I fought, I couldn't shake the image of Selena's face from my mind. The cruel smile, the otherworldly glow in her eyes... it was like looking at a stranger wearing the face of the woman I loved. Suddenly, I felt a searing pain in my chest, like a white-hot knife plunging into my heart. I looked down, expecting to see blood, but there was nothing. And yet, the pain only grew, spreading through my body like wildfire. I screamed, my voice raw and ragged with agony. The world around me began to blur, the edges of my vision fading into darkness. I stumbled, my knees buckling beneath me as I fell to the ground. And then, with a gasp, I woke up. I bolted upright, my heart pounding in my chest as I looked arou
Chapter 40 Selena's POV: As I stepped into the training arena for the first time, I couldn't help but feel a mixture of excitement and trepidation. The Sisterhood had promised to help me unlock my true potential, to teach me how to harness the power that had lain dormant within me for so long. But the thought of actually using that power, of tapping into the ancient magic that flowed through my veins... it was both thrilling and terrifying. The arena was a vast, open space, with high walls and a ceiling that seemed to stretch up into the heavens. The floor was made of smooth, polished stone, and the air hummed with a subtle energy that I could feel tingling against my skin. As I looked around, I saw that I was not alone. A group of young women stood at the far end of the arena, their faces filled with a mixture of determination and apprehension. They were all dressed in simple, flowing robes, their hair pulled back into tight braids or ponytails. One of the women caught my eye, an
Chapter 41 Selena's POV: I raced through the hallways of the Sisterhood's compound, my heart pounding in my chest as I tried to make sense of the conversation I had just overheard. The vampire king was coming, and he wouldn't stop until he had what he wanted. But what could that possibly be? And how did it involve the Sisterhood? As I rounded a corner, I nearly collided with my mother, who was striding down the hallway with a look of grim determination on her face. She grabbed my shoulders, her eyes searching mine with a mixture of concern and urgency. "Selena, what's wrong? You look like you've seen a ghost." I took a deep breath, trying to steady my racing heart. "Mom, I overheard something... something about the vampire king. He's coming for the Sisterhood, and he won't stop until he gets what he wants." My mother's eyes widened, and for a moment, I saw a flicker of fear cross her face. But then she shook her head, her expression hardening into one of resolve. "Selena, listen
Chapter 42 Selena's POV: As we gathered in the courtyard, the tension in the air was palpable. The vampire king and his entourage had arrived at the gates of the Sisterhood, claiming to come in peace. Despite our reservations, the decision was made to allow them inside, hoping to avoid any unnecessary conflict. I watched from a distance as my mother and the other head sisters approached the vampire king, their faces a mixture of caution and determination. I couldn't help but feel a sense of unease, knowing the power and influence the vampire king wielded. Thanks to my enhanced werewolf senses, I was able to listen in on their conversation, even from afar. I gripped my knife tightly, ready to spring into action at a moment's notice. "What brings you to the Sisterhood, vampire king?" my mother asked, her voice steady and unwavering. The vampire king smiled, his fangs glinting in the sunlight. "We come seeking the Mortal Cup," he replied, his tone smooth and confident. "We believe i
Chapter 43 Selena's POV: The morning sun cast a warm glow over the Sisterhood's compound as I woke from a restless sleep. The events of the previous day still weighed heavily on my mind, the vampire king's visit and his search for the Mortal Cup leaving me with a sense of unease that I couldn't quite shake. As I dressed for the day, I couldn't help but think of Yarrow, the witch doctor who had brought me to the Sisterhood. It had been so long since I had seen him, and I couldn't help but wonder where he had gone and if he was safe. I pushed those thoughts aside as the bell for training rang out, signaling the start of a new day. I hurried out to the courtyard, joining the other girls as we lined up in front of our training mistress, Lillian. Lillian was a tall, imposing woman, with a fierce glint in her eye and a no-nonsense demeanor. She had been tasked with training us in combat, and I could tell from the way she carried herself that she took her job very seriously. "Good morni
Chapter 44Logan's POV:The weight of the mate bond hung heavy on my shoulders, a constant reminder of the emptiness that had taken root in my heart. Selena's absence was like a physical ache, a wound that refused to heal no matter how much time passed.I could feel my wolf growing weaker with each passing day, the strength and vitality that had once coursed through my veins slowly seeping away. It was as if a part of me had been torn out, leaving behind a gaping hole that nothing could fill.The nightmares came every night, vivid and terrifying. In my dreams, I saw Luke, his face twisted with malice and hatred as he lunged at me, his claws tearing into my flesh. I could feel the searing pain of his attack, could hear my own screams echoing in my ears as he tore me apart.I would wake up in a cold sweat, my heart pounding in my chest and my breath coming in ragged gasps. The terror of the dream would linger, clinging to me like a second skin that I couldn't shake off.It was on one of
Chapter 45Logan's POV:Three months. It felt like an eternity since Selena had been taken from me. The mate bond that once thrummed with life and energy now felt like a frayed thread, barely holding on. With each passing day, I could feel my powers waning, my strength diminishing. It was as if a part of me was slowly dying, withering away in Selena's absence.I pushed myself harder than ever before, training until my muscles screamed and my lungs burned. But nothing seemed to help. The betrayal of Luke, my trusted beta, only added to the weight of my despair. How could I have been so blind?As the sun began to rise, painting the sky in hues of pink and gold, I set out for my daily run. My feet carried me along the familiar path, every step bringing me closer to the spot where I had saved Selena so long ago. It had become a ritual of sorts, a desperate hope that one day I would find her there, waiting for me.But as always, the clearing was empty, save for the whisper of the wind thro
“Where have you been all day? Two nights in a row, and you are sleeping out?.” Zara asked, causing a hit. It wasn't like she actually cared,She wasn't concerned with what script it was they were all brought from; she was determined to have her way, and with explaining things as such and making such drastic decisions, made things better for her.“I do not wish to talk," Logan responded as he made his way towards the bathroom. He pulled off his jacket and then his trousers, leaving him in his shorts. He scanned his eyes around and reached towards the closet for warmer cloth before wriggling himself into it as well. He just lost one woman that he loved—the only thing that ever mattered to him.The person he didn't want to converse with at the moment was none other than Zara ; she had been his first nightmare, and suddenly, due to some attitude, he was at fault for how she was breathing down his neck and asking baseless questions.“And do I look like I wish to rant? You made me your ma
Sophie's Trial Before the Elders.“Do you know why you have been summoned here? Traitor?” Nathan asked. Raging on while the elders of the council exchanged looks, Sophie, on the other hand, didn't budge a bit; she didn't mind; as a matter of fact, to her, they were all fools, eating out of her hand.This was exactly where she wanted to be; this was the entire plan she had in mind. as knew Matt was forever, but apart from the crazy love obsession that Matt had over her, there was also a slight issue that raised a hell lot of problems.It was the blind love and stupendous loyalty he had for Logan ; of course she knew eventually he was going to eat her out. Besides, what was she ever going to gain from including Matt in her plan from the beginning?.She could have taken the babies by herself, for all she knew; however, she wanted them distracted. Turned against one another."Yes, your highness, I am here to stand trial, as the customs of the pack are the only chance I get to prove my i
“I will be a better man." selene , I said I'm sorry.” He pleaded, straining his voice, Hw pulled closer to her, but she ignored him. He said not even a single word, panic and pain coursing through his vein, swallowing hard. He had rolled his eyes before sinking into the chair.She had been this way all day, apart from the constant cries of the babies. Nothing else had been said between them both.“I'll be out for some air," Nathan added reluctantly. More pain coursed through his veins, yet he could not help himself. The more he tried to think of it, The more sorrow had plagued her mind, it was one thing for the constant arguments; it was another when she had shut him out.He ! I certainly knew she would keep up with her icy attitude towards him for just about long enough, and the mere thought of it made him really weary, thinking down into things like that wasn't what he needed.He rested against the balcony; he hacked the wall while he drew out a cigarette and lit on the end; the e
“Matt?” Sophie called out; her heart skipped beats as soon as she cast her gaze against that of Logan's and nathan 's; it was Matt who had betrayed her and screwed her over.“I'll ask Sophie, Where are my children? '' Nathan asked, glaring widely, anger wallowing within him.Of course, he was told by the wall that it was what he needed to do. In a bit, all he had to do was speak, rage on, and lash out! Whatever, he knew he wasn't going to repeat himself, and he was certain the words were clear enough.“I'm sorry… I'm really sorry.” She mustered beneath her breath, pain and anger eating away at her.Logan didn't like the fact that Nathan was doing too much; it was his babies, his kids, and so far as pleased everyone knew the pups didn't belong to Nathan and that selene had been pregnant when she came to join their pack.Yet he wasn't prepared to face his wrath at a moment like this, nor wasn't seen calling him names and passing on blame to him.“They are right, right here.” Sop
!“Selene ?” Logan called out her name, almost as though he had seen a ghost. His heart hammered in his chest. He had a lot to say to her, a whole lot to explain, but he knew at the moment he dared not voice out a single thing.“I'm sorry, we should have done this a long time ago.” Logan Wolf added in, feeling the pain he had felt, and it ate away at both of them, barely holding up to them.“What part of don't step out if your room did not get yours?” Nathan asked, becoming angry himself. He balled his fast signs and approached selene s' horse.“Don't get out of my room. Or keep her locker DUP like some rabid dog?” selene asked my response while staring deep down into nathan 's orbs. She felt no empathy, love, pain, or regret of any kind as she spoke with him. It was safe to say that every form of butterflies she'd had in her belly before, the ones he'd given her, entirely made me sick down to the core. He could barely understand it.“What do you mean? It's making no sense right n
“Do not make me repeat myself; I want those doors opened now!” Selene yelled at the top of her voice, and the maids shook their heads in response. Passing each other questioning glances and gazes, uncertain of how to handle the entire situation, cold sweat broke off from Selene's temples. She wasn't certain what to do or how to handle the entire situation.For the fact that she had woken rather late and weak but couldn't find her babies, two things settled into her mind, but then Matt passed by saying he had taken them to the shaman for preparation of rites. She had zero problems with that, apart from when the issue began. And yells, and then Matt has not returned.She felt it must have been something else, but it became rather unsettling again, seeing guards stand by her doorstep, bolting the door closed. And when she asked the maids, they claimed she was meant to be in confinement, nothing else; that certainly rang a bell—a crazy one at that."Oh, please... I'll make you regret this
“Your highness!” Matt yelled at the top of his voice while he hastened his steps into the room. Nathan tilted his head slowly before adding more colleges to his shirt. Nathan glanced at himself in the ! mirror, feeling somewhat more accomplished. He was a father, so he had to start dressing responsibly.He was a father now.The mere thought of it made him smile baselessly while taking a long and lasting look at his reflection in the mirror, admiring every little piece of exposed skin that he had. He always argues himself not to be a narcist, but when it got down to terms of his body, he did really well at that. He always had a thing or two to say about how perfect his body was and how drop-dead gorgeous he looked.“Your highness, it's urgent.” Matt repeated it again, scared to the brim while his heart raced in his chest, yet still, he knew for a fact that breaking down would make things worse. “Your highness!” he called out again, raging inwardly while sweat trickled off his templ
PREPARING FOR THEIR NAMING CEREMONY “Bring out the best wines we have! The best cattle; have them prepared; let the people in as I call for celebration; my wife has given birth to two boys; we have two young alphas and heirs to the throne." Nathan yelled at the top of his voice, happiness seeping into him while he made the announcement, loud yells as I lunated a follow-follow while very rammed their hands together.Each one pauses the gist of the news to another. Smiles upon their faces at the happiness of the alpha, good news was needed in the pack, and it had to come as a double blessing.Everyone hailed the Lord for all that had happened, as happiness shook them totally, meekness and joy, they all chanted and yelled. Smiling ear to ear.That was all that had been needed—the very thing that was expected.Yet amidst the happy crowd, Sophie had a very ugly frown on her face.“My love," Matt had called out to her, running his hands over her shoulder and down to her exit.She closed th
LEXUS POV.Soft, gentle knocks were placed on her door repeatedly. I got no response on the first few knocks, and later on, I panicked a bit and pushed the door, but it had been bolted from inside, which meant she was still in.“Zara , it's me!.” I spoke up. I heard footsteps approaching the door while she pushed it open, revealing her fluffy eyes and black circles beneath them. Her face seemed rough, as did her hair. She looked a little sleepy, almost like I had woken her from her sleep.“Why did it take you so long to get to the door? Besides, why are you looking like this?” I asked, breaking off but having the end slurred out long enough that she understood what it was that I had meant.“I'm so sorry, but I don't feel too well; you seem a little... Confused, if I might say, besides, what's the deal with you? I'm not making complaints, but I'm sure Logan doesn't want to see you around me, and if he doesn't get what he wants, he makes everyone else into the bad guy.,” she retorted,
“That color suits you, love.” Nathan teases while selene spins around hastily, a smile curving up on her lips as she listens to Nathan 's words.“You aren't meant to be here, Nathan ; it's nothing but bad luck to see the bride before she is married off to you.” selene added in, sounding quite chirpy with a smile on her face, and Nathan rolled his eyes at the person who never cared much about diabolical rumors.“All I wanted to do was take a sneak peek at my bride and also be sure she's on board with the entire thing. selene If you feel like this'd be way too much for you to handle, I'm very sorry, but we can stop this. I don't want you overthinking or working yourself up because of my decision. All you need to do is say the word. I promise I'll call it off in a heartbeat.” Nathan reassures Hee, who had been up listening to two, however it was that Nathan would not help but push a smile against his lips.What exactly was the entire deal about? She knew herself to be one person