Amelia’s Pov I woke to the dim light filtering through the heavy curtains, the air in the room still and quiet. For a moment, I lay there, trying to shake the haze of sleep from my mind. The last thing I remembered was sending Iris and Freya off to find the herb, and Iris showing up without Freya.Sitting up, I rubbed my eyes and glanced around the room. Kaiden was sitting in a chair near the window, his arms crossed as he stared out at the pack’s sprawling grounds. “Kaiden,” I called softly, breaking the silence. He turned, his lips twitching into a faint smirk. “Finally awake, are you?” I ignored his teasing tone. “What happened?” Leaning back in his chair, Kaiden’s smirk deepened. “Freya happened. She was completely worked up, thanks to the illusion spell. My guess? She tried to use the leaf to spy on you or sabotage your work. But instead, it backfired, and she ended up seeing exactly what she deserved, her worst fears.” I couldn’t help the small laugh that escaped me.
Amelia’s PovI stepped into my workshop, the familiar scent of herbs and tinctures wrapping around me like a comforting blanket. The quiet hum of the room was soothing, a sanctuary amidst the chaos of the Blood Moon pack. Here, I could think clearly, plan carefully, and most importantly, stay one step ahead. As I prepared to grind dried roots for the next batch of remedies, the door creaked open. Freya walked in, her expression a mixture of hesitation and forced politeness. “Tatia,” she began, her tone unusually soft. “I mean… Lady Tatia. I wanted to apologize for earlier. I was out of line, and I’m sorry.” I straightened, my hands still on the mortar and pestle. “You’ve already apologized,” I said flatly, “but I accept.” Freya nodded quickly, her eyes darting around the room before landing on the table where my tools were laid out. “I also wanted to ask about the leaf I brought you. The moonshade. Have you used it yet?” I stiffened but kept my tone neutral. “No. That lea
Amelia’s Pov“Lady Bella,” I said softly, my voice steady as I called her back. She stopped mid-step, hesitating before turning to me with a tight smile. “Yes, Tatia? Do you need anything else?” I smiled in return, feigning politeness. “Oh no, I’m fine. But since you’re already here, I’d like you to stay.” Her smile faltered slightly, but she recovered quickly. “Stay? Why?” I gestured to Alpha Donovan, his breathing more stable now after taking the potion. “Because he’ll be so happy to know you were by his side when he wakes up. It would mean so much to him, don’t you think?” Bella blinked, clearly caught off guard, but she nodded slowly. “Of course. Anything for my mate.” She stepped closer to the bed, and I suppressed the smirk threatening to tug at my lips. Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer, isn’t that how the saying goes?Still, I reminded myself to tread carefully. If I wanted to keep my identity hidden, I couldn’t afford to push Bella too far, at least
Amelia's PovWhen I returned to my workshop, the sight before me stopped me cold. The table where I’d carefully arranged my herbs and ingredients was in complete disarray. I found Freya lingering near my workshop, her presence as unwelcome as ever. Her face was flushed, and she looked startled when she saw me approach. “Freya,” I called out sharply, stopping a few feet away from her. “What are you doing here?” Dried plants lay crushed on the floor, vials of liquids had tipped over, and powders were scattered everywhere like the remnants of a ruined painting. In the middle of the chaos sat Freya, hunched over the mess as if mourning a fallen comrade. She sniffled dramatically, her hands fluttering uselessly over the spilled ingredients. “I’m so sorry, Tatia,” she said, looking up at me with wide, pitiful eyes. “I... I don’t know what happened. I must have... tripped, or maybe my sleeve caught something. It’s all ruined!” She fidgeted, her fingers clutching at the folds of he
Kaiden’s Pov“I bet she didn't even notice my absence” I thought to myself, hitting a pile of leaves and fruits I plunged from the closest tree and sat on the bed that worked too well for a hideout. But it wasn't too long when I heard her scream so loud. “Kaiden!” The moment I heard her scream, my heart nearly stopped. I had been hiding, lingering in the shadows of the pack’s territory, trying to distance myself from her. Amelia was relentless, and I couldn’t risk another conversation where I poured out my heart only for her to evade me again. I told myself I needed space, time to collect my thoughts, but hearing her voice now, raw with panic, broke through every wall I’d tried to build. She was in trouble, and I couldn’t bear it. I stepped out into the clearing where the sound had come from and saw her struggling near a trap I had set earlier, a crude device meant for game, not for her. She was pulling at her dress, the fabric caught in the jaws of the trap, her face flushe
Amelia’s PovLife was so important with him around me and it gave me even so much strength after I let him have me. Everything that I thought would go wrong, didn't. Not even a single mistake and as I thought he would, he didn't cover up the love he has for me, nor the loyalty. I felt pleased that Kaiden really careful for me and it was wonderous. I hadn’t expected to give in so easily, though it wasn't something I decided before hand, I loved it still. The night with him stayed so fixed in my mind, the way his touch had felt so steady, so grounding. It was a side of myself I hadn’t planned to reveal, vulnerable, open, but it had happened, and there was no taking it back. I couldn't resist the truth that I was in love with him but my path of revenge has covered up every side of my romantic side and I couldn't deliver until then when I took the initiative to kiss him. So, I decided not to lose him and kept giving the kind of faces and actions that wouldn't make him think I hate s
Amelia’s PovThe urgency of Lady Bella’s words had propelled me through the hallways, but as I reached Alpha Donovan’s chamber, the stillness told me something wasn’t right. There were no signs of distress, no frantic guards, no signs of the Alpha thrashing or shaking uncontrollably. Pushing open the door, I found Alpha Donovan lying as he had been before, still as a statue. Lady Bella was standing by the bed, her hands clasped tightly, but her expression betrayed no real concern. “What is this?” I demanded, my voice sharp as I stepped into the room. “Where’s the crisis you spoke of?” Lady Bella turned to me, her lips curving into a tight smile. “There is no crisis, why would you think there would be one? Isn't your potion strong enough?” she admitted, her tone laced with something I didn't even want to imagine I narrowed my eyes, the realization dawning. “You tricked me out of Damien’s room. Why?” Her smile faltered, but she quickly recovered, straightening her shoulders.
Damien’s Pov If I could get more of her things done, she'd give me more attention also. But she seemed too full of herself to listen to me and if I could just get her on my side too, everything would go well and I wouldn't have to make Freya my Luna. Each minute that passes, I keep reminding myself that I would have to work it out or I lose. I decided to throw out orders to the servants in the pack. The preparations for Lady Tatia’s requests needed to be perfect, even if I didn’t fully understand her reasons. “Make sure everything is prepared exactly as she needs it,” I said firmly to the head servant. “If Lady Tatia asks for anything else, inform me immediately. I don’t want her lacking anything.” The servants nodded in unison and scurried off, leaving me with a moment of quiet. It didn’t last long. “Where’s Freya?” I asked one of the guards that was staying nearby. “She should be in her room, Alpha,” he replied cautiously, sensing my irritation. “Fetch her,” I commanded,
Amelia’s PovThe group of rogues we had encountered insisted on traveling with us, claiming loyalty to Kaiden as their Alpha. Their leader, Lucas, was a tall, wiry man with sharp features and a quiet demeanor. He walked beside me as we packed up, his eyes watchful but respectful. “We’ll follow you wherever you go,” Lucas said, his voice was steady. It was obvious they had been through so much and they weren't weak. Only the moon goddess knows what they have been through. I studied him closely, searching for any sign of deceit. But there was none. The sincerity in his tone made it easy to trust him, to trust them all and since Kaiden could vouch for them, it was easier to take them in and their words for them.“I’ll hold you to that,” I replied, handing him a small vial. “What’s this?” he asked, tilting the bottle curiously. “A potion,” I said simply. “It will ensure your loyalty. Drink it.” He didn’t hesitate, tilting his head back and swallowing the contents. The other ro
“Kaiden.” I screamed as the rogues began to make their way into the cottage. We were outnumbered for sure.The rogues attacked quickly, their movements were fast and furious.Kaiden shifted into battle mode, his fists and claws striking the first rogue that had managed to break into the room. With one slash the rogue was thrown out of the cottage. I stood frozen in shock.I had never seen Kaiden fight, I looked at him admiring his strength and a feeling of relief washed through me. Suddenly I had strength to fight too, I can’t die now, not when I haven’t gotten my revenge on Freya and Damien. I tried to fight too, throwing vials of herbs and anything I could touch at the rogues, but one of them had attacked me out of no where, he managed to land a blow at my side. Pain shot through me, and I gasped, stumbling backward. The edge of my mask tore, slipping halfway down my face. “Amelia!” Kaiden roared, his voice was filled with anger as he raced toward me.“I am fine.” I said quickl
Amelia’s Pov “What is it?” I asked, alarmed.Kaiden sniffed the air, his jaw tightening. “Blood, he said grimly. “Human blood.”My heart sank as we followed the scent, the smell of death pulling us closer, goosebumps filled my body, memories that I had tried so hard to forget flooded back into my mind. The sight before us made me grasp in horror. I covered my mouth with my hands.A trail of dead bodies stretched before us, their lifeless forms scattered across the ground. “Who… who did this? I whispered, my voice trembling.Kaiden’s expression darkened as he bent down, inspecting the body of a middle aged man. I stayed behind Kaiden, I couldn’t bring myself to look.Kaiden stood up silently and started inspecting the other bodies. The last body had been sprawled near a sharp drop-off, its pale face turned to the sky. From there, the trail seemed to vanish completely. I paused, scanning the area as confusion set in. “Rouges?” Kaiden said, his voice low. We returned back to the c
Damien’s PovIf locking Freya in the dungeon was the price for peace, then so be it. She was loud, insufferable, and incapable of understanding boundaries. At least now, she was silenced. But the quiet that followed her absence was short-lived, interrupted by something else gnawing at the edges of my thoughts. I hadn’t seen Alpha Kaiden or Lady Tatia. At first, I dismissed it, assuming they were simply avoiding me, but as the hours stretched into a full day, their absence became glaringly obvious. Finally, I asked the guards. “They went out,” one of them reported, bowing slightly. “They won’t be back for a few days.” A slow smile spread across my face. “Perfect. I can do whatever I want without their interference.”I made my way to Lady Tatia’s workshop first. The room smelled faintly of herbs and something else, something sharp and medicinal. My eyes scanned the shelves and counters, but everything seemed perfectly ordinary. Nothing suspicious. Undeterred, I moved on to
Amelia’s Pov“We’ll be leaving for a few days,” I said, stepping into Lady Bella’s quarters. Lady Bella sat in front of the mirror, carefully combing her hair, her lips curled into a smile, but her eyes were almost lifeless, just enough to tell me she was faking a smile. She paused, her hands freezing in the air. “Leaving?” she asked, her voice laced with false concern. Kaiden stood beside me, his arms crossed, a silent yet commanding presence. I glanced at him briefly, catching his eye, a mischievous smile found its way on my lips. It was time to play a game with the Luna.“Yes,” I said firmly. “We’ll be away for a little while. It’s not permanent.” Lady Bella’s smile faltered. “Where are you going? Why would you leave? Who will tend to Alpha Donovan?” I tilted my head, letting a small smile tug at my lips. “We had a pack before we came here, Lady Bella. Surely you don’t expect us to stay forever.” Her eyes narrowed slightly, her grip tightening on her brush. “But the Al
Amelia’s POV “Kaiden,” I said, my voice low as we stepped outside. “What’s happening over there?” In the distance, we saw Damien running, his usually composed demeanor completely shattered. It seemed they weren't done with their argument. Freya trailed behind him, shouting angrily, her voice carrying across the courtyard. “Damien, stop!” she screamed. “You can’t keep running away from this! You started it and you must end it” He spun around abruptly, his face twisted with fury. “You’re unbearable, Freya! Just leave me alone!” The argument escalated quickly, their voices clashing like a storm. Before anyone could intervene, Damien slapped her across the face. The sound echoed in the courtyard, and Freya, not one to back down, retaliated with her own slap. I watched from the sidelines, my heart cold but amused. These two fools were tearing themselves apart, just as I’d hoped. At the edge of the scene, Lady Bella stood in the shadows, her arms crossed and an amused smile p
Amelia’s PovSitting across from Kaiden during our private dinner felt like a small victory. I saw the cracks forming in Damien’s usually composed appearance earlier that day, and I knew I had struck a nerve. That was my plan all along, to unsettle him, to rattle his pride, and to make him seem like an unstable leader in front of his pack. If Damien couldn’t maintain his composure, the pack would see him for what he truly was, weak and fragile. And in this pack, weakness meant failure. I was speaking softly to Kaiden about the next phase of my plan when a loud knock interrupted us. Kaiden’s brow furrowed, and I rose to open the door, only to find Freya standing there, looking frantic and disheveled. “I need something,” Freya said breathlessly as she stepped inside. I arched an eyebrow. “What could you possibly need from me?” “Something to help Damien,” she said quickly, wringing her hands. “He’s restless. He’s losing himself. He hasn’t been the same since...” She trailed o
Damien’s PovThe sound of her voice, shrill and furious, grated on my ears like nails on glass. Freya was ranting again, her words slamming into me with relentless force. “How could you?” she screamed, her face red with anger and streaked with tears. “With a maid, Damien? A maid? Have you fallen so low that you would stoop to this? What is wrong with you?” Her hand flew across my face again, the sting of her slap igniting the simmering rage inside me. “Freya!” I shouted, grabbing her wrist before she could hit me again. “What were you doing with Alpha Kaiden then? You think I don’t see you chasing after him like a dog? You think I don’t know you’re trying to replace me?” Her eyes widened, her lip trembling, and for a brief moment, I saw the hurt beneath her fury. But then it was gone, replaced by a fresh wave of anger. “Let me go!” she yelled, yanking her hand free. “You’re pathetic, Damien! You can’t even hold your self down in this pack anymore, and now you’re dragging us
Amelia’s PovKaiden’s warm hand slipped into mine, and I looked up at him, smiling softly. “I’ll do just that, my Lord,” I said, my voice teasing yet it was genuine. He smirked in response, pulling me close as we made our way outside. The morning air was fresh, carrying a hint of the woods beyond the packhouse. I felt so powerful with him by my side. Only the Moon Goddess herself knew what he had in mind to do to me once my plans came to fruition. Freya and Damien would tear each other apart, Lady Bella’s schemes would crumble, and then, I would take from them the very thing they had stolen from me, my pack. Kaiden squeezed my hand lightly, pulling me from my thoughts. He seemed deep in his own, likely already setting his part of the plan into motion. When I reached Damien’s chambers, I paused briefly at the door, inhaling deeply before stepping inside. Damien was lounging by the window, his brooding gaze lost in the horizon. “Lady Tatia,” he greeted, his voice was so smooth