Zachary’s POV: Brenda and I were supposed to take Hailey out to the park. I only went because Hailey asked me to. But not for Brenda. I don’t understand her. Even though we split up more than a year ago, since Evvie came back she had spread gossips all over the pack, saying she and I were back to being one, happy, family, when we are far from one. I left and turned my back for a second to fetch us some ice cream, when I came back and saw the pained expression on Evvie’s face. The moment I saw Evvie run from the park, I knew I couldn’t let her go. Seeing her face crumble at the sight of Brenda and Hailey, I realized how much pain she still carried. My heart ached knowing I was the cause of it, but I had to make things right. I had to do everything I can to win her back. I ran after her, my wolf, Duncan who was just as adamant to close the distance. The forest grew darker as I delved deeper, but I didn’t stop. I couldn’t lose her again. Not now. I searched everywhere, but I couldn’
CHAPTER SEVENTY-SIXEvvie’s POV:“So, how’s everything?” Pixie popped the question in the phone, making my lips press together in a firm line.I really don’t know what to say.Alpha Logan acting so adamant to claim me and make me a Luna, or Zachary who seems just as determined to win me back.Letting out a sigh, I pulled the phone closer against my ear.“Pretty f*cked up? I mean,” I bit my lip, knowing Pixie of all people would be the first to give a full-blown reaction, “Alpha Logan wants to make me Luna.” There, I said it.“He what?!” Just as I expected, it didn’t even take a second for Pixie to explode.I sighed, and proceeded to tell her everything. Right from the beginning. From the moment Alpha Logan marked me against my will that led up to this challenge.“You know what? I’m going to kill him,” Pixie spat, her words dripping with deadly venom.“He has no right to force you into this, Evvie.” She added, sounding beyond irritated. I couldn’t agree more.“Yup.” I sighed, and slump
CHAPTER SEVENTY-SEVENEvvie’s POV:Darkness dawned over as the sun finally set. News of Zachary challenging Alpha Logan spread throughout the pack like wildfire. And every member of the pack has come to watch both men try to dominate the other.Rumor has it no one has ever challenged the Blood Alpha. So this is going to be the first.The pack members formed a large circle around the clearing, their faces illuminated by the flickering torchlight. My heart thumped wildly as I stood on the edge of the circle, watching Zachary and Logan standing on opposite edges as they prepare for their fight.I’m not sure if they were going to shift into their wolves, but with the amount of assertive dominance laced in the air, I won’t be surprised if they shift mid-fight.Zachary was never one to initiate a fight. In the past, no matter who came at him, he faced them with a subtle ferocity no one could surpass. But I wonder if that remains true until today.Zachary’s eyes met mine across the clearing,
Evvie’s POV:Suddenly, Zachary's voice cut through the air, weak but determined. "This isn't over." He let out a low growl.The Alpha’s gaze snapped to Zachary, his expression fierce. "Stay down." He commanded.But Zachary's eyes met mine, filled with a desperate plea. "Evvie... remember what I said. It's always been you."The entire pack was watching, and I felt like I was stuck in a dead end. Looking at him, the man I used to love and dream of spending the rest of my life with, blood dripped from his hands and his body now covered in purple bruise. My heart twisted, I couldn’t bear to look at him anymore. Biting the insides of my cheek, I looked away from him.Though Zachary is a strong warrior in his own right, Alpha Logan is way above his league. At the rate he was falling in, I knew the Alpha was one square inch away from killing him.Alphas’ possessiveness towards their mates has been known for centuries. Once you pose yourself a threat…Zachary was not only my lover…He was als
CHAPTER SEVENTY-NINE:Logan’s POV:I watched as Evvie stood before me, her resolve unyielding, her spirit fierce. She was unlike any other she-wolf I had ever met, and I knew she would be the perfect Luna. But more than that, she would be the perfect mate for me.What she did back at the challenge… It was selfless. For a mate who betrayed you, she was willing to give up her happiness to protect him. Honestly, I wasn’t up for the idea of blood on my hands. It would be a waste to lose a strong warrior like Zachary Stone, his strength alone surpasses all the betas I have seen from the long list of packs I have conquered. He is a man to be reckoned with, and if I didn’t know any better, I would say he’s fit for the position of Alpha for the Winter Mist Pack.I saw past the fact they were both fated by the goddess, because what mattered to me most is the present. What you choose to do with your mistakes, and the lessons learned from the pain of your past, is everything.Evvie chose to forg
Leona’s POV:Marching out of his office, I bumped into every omega I came across. One I must have hit too hard to make her land on her ass.“B*tch” I heard her mutter. I halted, slowly turning my head to look down at her rubbing her ass.“What the f*ck did you just say?” I spat through gritted teeth.I watched her body stiffen as she raised her eyes and met my furious gaze.“Nothing, Leo--” My brow shot up, my eyes flashing dangerously and my claws extending.“Luna,” She corrected, and bowed her head to me in submission.That’s right.At least somebody around here gives me the respect I deserve.With a huff, I turned my nose up at her and walked away.Opening the door towards the confines of my private room, I stomped my way inside and closed the door with a startling bang that echoed in the hallways.Then I marched up to the first thing I saw. My hand swiping across the table as all kinds of objects crashed and scattered on the floor.Before I realized it, I was thrashing the whole r
Evvie’s POV:I closed the door behind me, my hand lingering on the handle for a moment longer than necessary. The room was warm, welcoming even, but my mind was anything but at ease.“Call me Logan.” Logan’s words echoed softly in my mind.Why would he ask me that? Was it to make me feel more at ease? To remind me that beneath the title of Alpha, he was just a man? Or was it something else entirely?I couldn’t be sure. Everything about him was a puzzle I was still trying to piece together.I glanced around the room, taking in the plush bed, the wardrobe, and the large window that offered a breathtaking view of the forest.My apartment was nothing compared to this. And my house back at my old pack was simpler. A description far from what you’d call this fancy place of the Blood Alpha.I mean I know he’s rich. I just didn’t know he’s that rich.I walked to the window, staring out at the darkened woods, the moon casting a silvery glow over the treetops. My fingers absentmindedly traced t
Evvie’s POV:“I accept,” I said, my voice steady and unwavering.Leona’s smile widened, but there was a glint of satisfaction in her eyes that made my skin crawl. “Excellent. We’ll see just how worthy you really are.” And with a fake smile, she flicked her eyes back to Alpha Logan beside me.“I would like to set the trial for next week. Until then,” she slowly moved her eyes to look at me mischievously.“She can prepare herself accordingly.”Logan’s hand tightened into a fist on the table, but he remained silent. I knew this was as much a test for him as it was for me. He was letting me prove myself, but it was clear he wasn’t entirely comfortable with the idea.As breakfast continued, the tension only grew thicker, each bite a reminder of what had just been set. I didn’t know what Leona was thinking, because we had an agreement. I meant to talk to her about that, but I could feel her anger was seething. And it was directed entirely towards me.But I knew one thing for certain—I wasn’