Chapter 4

His eyes blazed with fury, and his muscles rippled with raw power as he charged toward the werewolves.

With lightning-fast reflexes, Alexander dodged the werewolves' attacks and delivered bone-crushing blows that sent them flying. 

Samantha's heart pounded with both fear and admiration as she watched him fight.

As the last werewolf fell, Alexander turned to Samantha, his gaze intense. "Come with me," he said, his voice low and urgent. "I can protect you. I can keep you safe."

Samantha hesitated for a moment, her mind racing with conflicting emotions. 

But as she looked into Alexander's eyes, she knew he was telling the truth.

She had no other choice, she had to trust him. With a deep breath, she nodded and followed him, her children close behind.

They followed him to a secret location deep in the woods, where he had built a fortress to protect his people.

It was there that Samantha realized that Alexander was not just a powerful lycan, but a true leader.

He had built a community of lycans and werewolves alike that were rejected by their packs, and he was determined to protect them at all costs.

As Samantha and her children settled into their new home, she couldn't help but feel grateful to have found a haven. 

But she still had the decision to make about her future.

One day, as she was sitting outside, watching her children play, Alexander approached her.

"I know that you're still unsure about becoming my queen," he said, his voice gentle. 

Samantha looked up at Alexander, her heart racing. 

She knew that she had to make a decision, but she was torn between her duty to protect her children and her feelings for him.

"I want to be with you," she said finally, her voice soft. "But my children come first. I can't abandon them."

Alexander nodded, understanding the depth of her love for her children. 

"I understand," he said. "But you have to know that I will do everything in my power to protect them."

"And if you ever need anything, I will be there for you."

Samantha smiled, feeling a sense of relief wash over her.

She knew it would be easy to make the right decision, or so she thought.

Samantha and her children had never felt more alive than they did now, under Alexander's protection. 

The pack welcomed them with open arms, and soon they were all one big family.

Alexander took it upon himself to train Samantha's children, knowing full well the importance of learning to master their lycan form. 

They started with the basics, running through the forest and learning how to use their heightened senses to track prey. 

As time went on, the training became more advanced, with Alexander teaching them how to fight and defend themselves in their human form.

Under his guidance, the children learned to master their strengths and weaknesses. 

They learned how to use their speed and agility to their advantage, dodging attacks and striking back with powerful fists. 

They also learned how to control their primal instincts, to avoid losing themselves in the heat of battle.

Alexander was tough but fair, never pushing the children too hard but always pushing them to be their best. 

He led by example, showing them what it meant to be a true alpha, a leader of the pack. 

Samantha watched with pride as her children grew stronger and more confident with each passing day. 

She knew they were safe under Alexander's watchful eye, and that they had found a new family with his pack. 

Samantha found herself falling deeper and deeper in love with Alexander. He was kind, strong, and fiercely protective of his people. 

She admired him for his courage and his commitment to his pack.

But as much as she loved him, she couldn't shake the feeling that something was off. 

She couldn't put her finger on it, but there was something about Alexander that didn't quite add up.

One night, as she was lying in bed with Alexander, she decided to confront him.

"Can I ask you something?" she said, her voice hesitant.

"Of course," he said, his eyes meeting hers.

"Have you ever heard of a prophecy that involves a lycan queen and her children?" she asked.

Alexander's eyes widened in surprise. "What do you mean?" he asked.

Samantha took a deep breath, trying to find the words to explain what she had been feeling.

"I don't know," she said finally. "It's just that ever since we met, I've had this feeling that our destinies are intertwined. 

And I can't help but wonder if there's more to our relationship than just love."

Alexander was silent for a moment, his eyes searching hers.

"I have heard of a prophecy," he said finally.

"It's an old legend that says that a lycan queen and her children will be the key to defeating an ancient evil that threatened our kind."

Samantha's eyes widened in surprise. "Really?" she said. "And do you believe it?"

Alexander hesitated for a moment, his eyes flickering with uncertainty.

"I don't know," he said finally. "It's just a legend. But there have been whispers among my people, that the prophecy is coming true. 

That a Lycan queen has been born who will be the key to saving us all."

Samantha couldn't believe what she was hearing. She had always known that there was something special about her children, but she had never imagined that they could be the key to saving their kind.

"Who is the ancient evil?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.

Alexander's expression darkened. "It's an ancient being that has been sleeping for centuries," he said.

"But it's beginning to stir, and if it wakes up, it will destroy us all." Samantha felt a sense of fear wash over her.

She knew that they had to do something to stop it. "What can we do?" she asked.

Alexander was silent for a moment, his eyes searching hers.

"There's only one thing we can do," he said finally.

"We have to find the Lycan queen and her children, we have to bring them together and prepare them for what's to come."

Samantha nodded, understanding the gravity of the situation. "I'll do whatever it takes," she said.

Alexander smiled, his eyes full of pride. "I knew I could trust you, Samantha," Alexander said, his hand reaching out to caress her cheek. 

"You are the perfect queen for me and the lycan people." Samantha felt a warmth spreading through her body at his words. 

She had never felt so powerful, so important. She had always felt like an outsider, but with Alexander by her side, she felt like she belonged.

"Thank you, Alexander," Samantha said, her voice barely above a whisper.

Alexander's hand moved to cup Samantha's face, his thumb caressing her cheek. 

She let out a soft sigh, surrendering to the intensity of the moment. 

His lips were soft yet firm against hers, moving in perfect rhythm. Samantha's heart raced as she deepened the kiss, her tongue dancing with his.

Her senses were heightened, and she could feel every inch of Alexander's body pressed against hers. 

She felt safe and protected in his arms as nothing could harm her. The passion between them grew stronger, and their kisses became more fervent.

As they pulled apart, Samantha's breathing was heavy, and her lips were swollen from their kiss. 

She looked up at Alexander, her eyes filled with desire. He gazed back at her, his eyes filled with love and admiration.

For a moment, they simply stood there, lost in each other's embrace. 

The world around them faded away, and all that existed was the two of them, entwined in a fiery embrace.

But as the passion began to subside, Samantha's mind was filled with doubts. 

What about her children? What about Lucas? Could she abandon them for a life as the Lycan Queen?

Alexander seemed to sense her doubts, pulling away from her slightly. He looked into her eyes, his expression serious.

"I know this is a lot to take in, Samantha," Alexander said, his voice gentle. "But you must understand that your destiny lies with me, With us.

Together, we can do great things for our people."

Samantha looked into his eyes, seeing the determination there. 

She knew he was right, she had always felt like she was meant for something more, something greater than herself.

And with Alexander, she could achieve that.

But at what cost? She couldn't abandon or risk the safety of her children, not after all they had been through. 

And Lucas… does she still have feelings for him, even after all these years?

"I need some time to think," Samantha said, pulling away from Alexander.

"I need to figure out what's best for my family."

Alexander nodded, his expression understanding.

"Of course, Samantha. Take all the time you need. But remember, your destiny is with me. I will be waiting for you."

With that, Alexander turned and walked away, leaving Samantha alone with her thoughts.

As she stood there, Samantha felt a wave of emotion wash over her. She had so much to consider, so much to weigh.

But one thing was certain: her life would never be the same again.