Meghan's POV. Weeks had slipped by, each day dragging along like an eternity. The presence of Donna in our lives was starting to wear on my patience, like an itch I couldn't scratch. She hadn't caused any trouble, hadn't done anything that would warrant suspicion, and yet her mere presence unsettled me. It was as if her very existence was casting a shadow over our lives, a dark omen that I couldn't shake off.Every time I crossed paths with her, a wave of irritation washed over me. I tried to brush it off, to convince myself that I was being irrational, but the unease persisted. It wasn't logical, and I knew that, but logic seemed to hold little sway over the uneasiness that gnawed at me.One particular evening, the evening sun cast a warm, golden glow across the landscape, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink as it dipped below the horizon. It was a peaceful scene, a moment of tranquility that belied the turmoil brewing beneath the surface.As I stepped onto the porch, the s
Meghan’s POVThe morning sun filtered through the curtains, casting a gentle warmth across the room as we gathered around the breakfast table. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee and sizzling bacon filled the air, creating an illusion of normalcy despite the turmoil that churned beneath the surface. I glanced at Lin, my heart heavy with the weight of what I had to discuss. Against my better judgement, I had been thinking of Donna's words through out the majority of yesterday. I decided that I needed to see Zack again, but I did not want a repeat of what had happened last time I left."Lin," I began tentatively, my voice quiet but determined. "I think we should consider talking to Zack again. Maybe if we can reason with him, he'll see that handing over the gem is the right thing to do."Lin's gaze snapped to mine, his expression a mixture of disapproval and something else—a hard edge that sent a shiver down my spine. His jaw tensed, his fingers gripping his coffee cup a little too tigh
I ended up unable to sleep hence I went for a midnight prowl around the house to see if a walk around the place would get me in the right frame of mind.Walking down the dimly lit hallway, I noticed a soft glow spilling from beneath the slightly ajar door of Donna's room. My steps slowed, curiosity mingling with caution. The late hour only heightened the intrigue of the scene before me.Should I continue on my way, or should I investigate further? A mixture of reluctance and fascination led me to push the door open just a bit wider and peer inside.The room was illuminated by the warm light of a lamp on a nearby table. It cast a soft halo around Donna, who stood near the center of the room. She turned toward me, her eyes meeting mine with an expression that was both inviting and daring. "Lin, don't be shy. Come right in."I hesitated, my gaze flickering between her and the door. It wasn't appropriate for me to be here, in her private space, at this odd hour and especially with my emot
Meghan's POVThe morning sun bathed the pack grounds in a soft glow, casting a warm ambiance over the place as I head out towards the training arena to watch my kids train. I met Donna on the way, the aura about her even more suspicious than before.Donna had a glow about her that wasn’t there before and those little bites around her necks looks like love bites and claws. If I didn’t know better, I’d say she mate with someone last night but than again, we all know she is a single bitch and the men in the pack knew better than to get involved with that woman.The clang of swords and the rhythmic thud of feet against the ground echoed through the air as Emily and Ethan sparred with their instructor. I watched them with a mixture of pride and concern, their determination mirrored in every swing and parry.As their movements became more fluid, I felt a sense of pride settling over me. Despite the chaos that had infiltrated our lives, there was a semblance of normalcy here—of the routines
Lin's POV.I was navigating the familiar hallways of the pack's residence, and a sense of unease gnawed at me. The aftermath of my outburst during breakfast the other day had left a lingering tension between Meghan and me. It weighed heavily on my mind, a reminder of how easily my emotions could spiral out of control. I knew I needed to make amends, to find a way to bridge the gap that had formed between us.Intent on finding her, I made my way toward the training arena. The sounds of clashing swords and the cadence of footsteps reached my ears, confirming that the kids were in the midst of their training session. As I walked, a chance encounter altered my course—Rachel stood in the corridor, her expression a mix of surprise and concern."Alpha," she greeted, her voice carrying a note of caution.I paused, my brow furrowing as I regarded her. "Rachel. Is something wrong?"Her gaze held a mixture of hesitancy and empathy. "Meghan had a visitor. She went to meet them."The words struck
My grip on my anger loosened, a surge of guilt and concern replacing the blinding rage that had consumed me. The realization of what I had done struck me with a force that was almost physical, a wave of regret that crashed over me. The emotions that had driven me to charge forward were now replaced by a potent mixture of remorse and fear.As I looked down at Meghan's unconscious form, my heart ached with a pain that transcended words. The woman I loved lay on the ground, her eyes shut close and body, unmoving, the consequences of my actions etched across her features. The image of her hurt, of her body crumpled on the floor, was a stark reminder of the depth of my mistakes.Zack looked just as stunned as I was, his eyes darting between Meghan and me. I dropped to my knees before her. Gently, almost tentatively, I reached out and touched Meghan's cheek, my fingers trembling against her skin.I swallowed hard, my throat tight with emotion as I struggled to find the words to express the
I rushed to the doctor, intent on finding out how Meghan was. Rachel's answer for me had not been helpful in any way, and I was starting to get horribly worried."Congratulations, Alpha! It’s a boy!” The doctor's words echoed my ears, the sentence bringing me both relief and joy. The room seemed to blur around me as I fought to contain the tears that filled my eyes.I turned to the doctor, my voice strained as I sniffed back my tears. "And Meghan? How is she?"The doctor smile, her expression calm. " Meghan and the baby are stable, you can go in and see them."As I walked down the hallway, the doctor's words echoed in my mind, each step I took feeling heavier than the last. Meghan's well-being, the safety of our child—it was a blessing I thought for a moment back there that I had lost because of my reckless act, a responsibility I had taken for granted, a reality that now demanded my full attention.The atmosphere in the room was tense with anticipation as I stood by the door, steali
Meghan POV.I was awoken by the sound of more and one voices in the room. After the birth of my child, I was too weak to lift a finger so I allowed myself doze for a moment but even though I had lost sight of where I was, I felt Lin presence by my side.I had been expecting Lin but when my eyes opened, it was Leon and Zack who entered, my excitement waned, replaced by a pang of disappointment. Where was Lin? I could have swore he was right here with me a while ago.Did he leave? Or I’m still delusional from the pain I was feeling.My gaze shifted from everyone and toward the entrance, my heart hammering in my chest with a mixture of anticipation and worry.“Hey, Luna, where is our new warrior!” Leon voice was the first to cut through my thought and I look up to see him, a small smile appearing on my face.As they approached me with smiles on their faces, their congratulations and well-wishes washed over me, but I found it difficult to fully engage with their joy. My mind was preoccupi
Epilogue Six months later. “Emily, go get your Dad and Ethan to get ready or we are going to be late for the ceremony” “Okay, mom” Emily nodded and turned to leave while I continued to busy myself with Jaxon. His birth came at a time when we were going through the most difficult moment of our lives and I can’t help but cherish the bond I have with him. Jaxon looked like Ethan when he was a month old. A resemblance that was uncanny to their father. Our little family went from four to five and ever since my hands have been more than full. Having to care for my kids as well as carrying out my duty as Luna around the pack hasn’t been easy but thanks to Lin, I was given a year leave from my work as a lawyer even though I have a feeling I won’t be returning after that. Lin had already hinted that he was working on helping me start my own law firm where I can recruit and train other lawyers in neighboring packs so they can defend their territories the right way without wedging war on ea
Meghan’s POV."What's happening to him?" I demanded, desperate for answers but mother simply looked at him as though nothing was wrong even though Lin looked like he was undergoing something more life threatening at the moment.“The cursed blood is getting fused with his beast making the transformation twice as painful for a normal wolf”My eyes widen, “How do we stop it?”"It can’t be stopped, child. Lin has to learn to control the powers that plagues him," mother said, sounding unbothered. "Often times, great powers comes with great responsibility"Lin let out a strangled cry, curling into himself and I pulled him closer, wrapping around his frame even though my arms barely fit across his board shoulders."Mother..look at him, this is a freaking curse…there has to be a way to help him." I pleaded, looking up at her."I’m sorry, Meghan but not all curse are a curse! Some are actually blessings if and only if he learns how to control it. If he doesn’t then he will die”My heart sank a
Lin's POV I could feel the life force within me waning, the pain in my chest intensifying with every breath. But I refused to give in to defeat. Desperation surged within me, and I summoned every ounce of my strength but it was of no use against him.Vincent's claws dug deeper, pressed down against my chest, his grip tightening around my heart, and for a fleeting moment, terror coursed through me. The pain was excruciating, the sensation of my life being forcibly extracted unbearable.But in that moment, I felt a presence, a force surrounding me. From my peripheral I saw Meghan and her mother not far from the chaos. Her mother’s hand outstretched and enchanting some strange words.A surge of energy surged through me, a surge that matched the desperation in my heart. It was as if I had tapped into an ancient wellspring of power, a wellspring fueled by the love and determination of the two incredible women who held my heart in their hands, figuratively and literally.With newfound str
With the short bloody dagger still in my grip, I readied myself for the worst as the two rogue wolves closed in on me, their snarling faces contorted with hunger and aggression. I braced myself for the impending attack. My grip on the dagger tightened, the maternal instinct within me more than ready to protect the child cradled at the corner, not very far from me. The weight of responsibility bore down on me, and I was ready to face whatever threat came our way.The first one lunged at me, it’s claws slicing close to my cheek in a deadly swipe and causing me to stumble a few step back. Without hesitation, I swung the blade at its snapping jaw, only missing it by a few inches.My stand against them only made them angrier. I knew I stood no chance against them in my human form as my movement was too sloppy and still weak from childbirth. My wolf was of no use either, she was in no position to fight either. An hour or two could bring us more recovery but that seem to be the last thing
Meghan's POV.The atmosphere inside the safe house had grown thick with tension. My wolf paced restlessly within me, its agitated energy radiating throughout my being. It was as if an invisible thread connected me to Lin, and that thread was tugging me relentlessly toward the door.No matter how much I try to shake it off, it still lingered, getting heated right under my skin and making me even more restless.Gently, I laid our sleeping baby on the bed, swaddled in the softest blankets. My gaze lingered on his innocent face, and for a moment, I brushed a gentle finger against his cheek. He was a precious reminder of our love, and my heart ached to hold him close.Turning to Ethan, my seven-year-old son, I knelt before him, my hands on his small shoulders. "Ethan," I began, my voice gentle but firm, "Mommy needs to go out for a little while. I need you to be a big, brave boy and watch over your baby brother and Emily until I come back, okay?"Ethan nodded, his wide eyes filled with det
Lin POV.Chaos reigned, the eerie glow of the moon casting shadows over the relentless clash between our forces and Vincent's rogue wolves. The rogues kept multiplying in numbers since our initial encounter, and their determination was palpable, as if they were been driven by an unquenchable thirst for power.Leon, his eyes reflecting both exhaustion and unwavering determination, has been at the forefront of the defense. When it seem like our efforts were going to waste, his voice filtered through my mind, strained but resolute. "Lin, I don’t think we can hold them off much longer, it's like they're being fueled by some unseen force. They just keep coming."Zack, his wolf form mirroring my own determination, chimed in, "Leon's right. It's possible the gem is their power source. We need to find it and neutralize it if we want to break their momentum."My gaze swept over our burning village that was swimming with rogues, searching for any signs of the gem's presence. The rogue wolves fo
Lin’s POV.Apologies flowed naturally from my lips as I navigated then dark path towards the safe house, Meghan and our children nestled securely behind me, Rachel and Zack not very far behind. My heart was still heavy with Meghan’s demand for me to leave.I know this night was far from being over with an uncertain outcome but one thing I do know was in the fact that, I was going to keep Meghan and the kids safe.I couldn't help but turn to Zack, who presence was now beside me. "I'm truly sorry about the gem," I said, my voice sincere. "It falling into the wrong hands was my fault. I should have known this was going to end in one of her betrayal."Zack's response was reassuring, his voice steady. "Lin, it's alright," he replied. "In the heat of the moment, we all make choices we later regret. What's important is that we're focused on protecting the people that matter”I nodded in agreement, appreciating his understanding. We were united in our determination to safeguard our packs and
Lin's POVAs I knelt beside Meghan and the kids, the weight of my actions pressed upon me like a leaden shroud. My heart pounded in my chest, each beat a painful reminder of the recklessness that had nearly cost us everything. Tears welled in my eyes, a mixture of relief at seeing my family unharmed and the overwhelming guilt for what I had put them through. I was a fool to trust that woman. I should have listened to Meghan when she wanted her out of our lives but I thought she could lead us to the solution to our problem.Sniffing back my tears, I leaned away, my gaze barely meeting hers. “I’m sorry, so sorry!”Meghan looked confused as her gaze bore into mine, her eyes a complex tapestry of emotions. “Lin, none of this is your fault.. If there is anyone to be blamed then it’s that vile woman”I shook my head, “No, you don’t understand.. I’m to blame too, I didn’t push her away when she offered. I let my emotions get the best of me and I gave him to temptation and we…we”“…Stop!, d
Meghan’s POVMy heart pounded in my chest as I clutched Emily and Ethan close, their small bodies fitting into my arms perfectly. The room had descended into utter chaos, the snarls of the intruding wolves piercing the air like a dreadful symphony.Panic threatened to claw its way into my heart, but I couldn't afford to succumb—not with the safety of my children hanging in the balance."Remember all we've practiced," I implored, my voice a steady anchor amidst the turmoil. I wished I could help - oh, how I wished so - but I was pretty much tucked out at the moment. It was a bother to even keep my eyes open! I had to fight just to stay awake. Over these few months, Lin had diligently drilled them on the basics of self-defense, honing their instincts and abilities. Now, in this moment of peril, that training was going to become their greatest ally.Ethan, standing steadfast by my side, made a promise that sent both pride and trepidation coursing through me. "I'll protect you, Mom, and