Finally, we reached an exit, concealed behind a faded tapestry that whispered secrets of escape. The servant turned to face me, their eyes filled with reassurance and a hint of mystery."Here our paths must diverge, for now," they whispered, their voice carrying a sense of solace amidst the uncertainty. "Trust in those who stand with you, fighting for your freedom and the safety of your children. Their plan is your best hope."I nodded, gratitude welling within me. Though the servant's identity remained shrouded in mystery, their actions spoke louder than words. They were a guiding light in my darkest hour, a symbol of hope and the promise of a better future.As they vanished into the shadows, leaving me standing at the precipice of newfound freedom, I took a deep breath. The outside world beckoned, its embrace promising liberation and a chance to reclaim what was rightfully mine.My journey was far from over. The road ahead was treacherous, filled with unknown perils and unforeseen c
Jessica and I continued our desperate escape, our breaths labored and our hearts pounding in our chests as we raced through the dense forest. The adrenaline fueled our movements, propelling us forward with a single-minded determination to outrun our pursuers.With every step, my mind swirled with a mix of fear, anger, and determination. The memory of Zack's betrayal fueled my resolve, igniting a fire within me to protect myself and my children at all costs. I couldn't allow myself to be caught, to be subjected to Zack's twisted games and manipulations ever again.As we darted through the undergrowth, the forest seemed to close in around us, enveloping us in a labyrinth of towering trees and tangled vegetation. The air grew thick with the musky scent of damp earth and pine, the sounds of our footsteps echoing through the silent forest.My senses were heightened in my wolf form, each stride vibrating with energy as I propelled myself forward. The ground beneath my paws felt alive, the s
With a renewed sense of purpose, I quickened my pace, my tired legs carrying me effortlessly through the underbrush. Finally, I emerged from the dense foliage to the sight of a moonlit river.Its tranquil surface reflected the starry sky above, casting a mesmerizing glow. I approached the river cautiously, my eyes scanning the surroundings for any sign of danger.Lowering myself to the water's edge, I lapped up the cool liquid, quenching my thirst and replenishing my energy reserves. As I drank, my mind cleared, my focus sharpening. I knew that time was of the essence, that I couldn't afford to linger for long. I dipped into the river, in a bid to wash away my scent and make tracking me down just that little bit harder.With a renewed sense of determination, I continued my journey along the riverbank. The soothing sound of flowing water provided a comforting backdrop to my solitary trek. I had no idea where exactly I was headed but I was certain that I would eventually get out of the
I woke up groggily, my head throbbing with dull pain as I tried to orient myself. The cave's cool, damp air surrounded me, and I could feel the roughness of the rocky walls against my skin. It took me a moment to realize where I was, and confusion washed over me like a tidal wave.The cave was dimly lit, with soft rays of sunlight filtering in through small openings in the rocky ceiling. The gentle trickle of water could be heard nearby, a soothing melody amidst the silence of the cave. The ground beneath me was covered in a layer of moss and leaves, providing a semblance of comfort.As I sat up, I looked around, expecting to see Jessica beside me. But to my surprise, it was Rachel who was sitting a few feet away, her eyes locked on mine with concern. My mind struggled to make sense of the situation. How had Rachel replaced Jessica? Had I been dreaming? The events of the previous night felt hazy and disjointed, as if they were memories from a different reality."Rachel?" I whispered,
I stumbled forward, following Rachel's earlier directions as best as I could. The forest seemed to close in around me, every step a struggle against my own body's weakness. But I refused to let the darkness consume me. I had to keep going, for my children and for myself.The forest around me was a blur of shadows and sounds, the howls of the weird wolves echoing in the distance. I couldn't tell how much time had passed, each moment stretching into an eternity as I fought to stay on my feet.Just when I thought I could go no further, a figure emerged from the trees ahead. It was Lin, my love and the man who held my heart. Relief washed over me, but the pain in my body was overwhelming, and I stumbled forward, my legs finally giving way beneath me."Meghan!" Lin's voice was filled with concern as he rushed to my side, catching me before I hit the ground. "What happened? Are you hurt?""I... I don't know," I managed to gasp, my breaths coming in ragged bursts. "Zack... drugs... I think..
The forest seemed to close in around me as I raced through its dark and dense embrace. My heart pounded in my chest, and my breaths came in ragged gasps. I knew I had to keep moving, to put as much distance as possible between myself and Zack, who was chasing me relentlessly. His pursuit was relentless, his powerful strides closing in on me with each passing second.My legs burned with exhaustion, but I couldn't afford to stop. The adrenaline surged through me, urging me to push my tired body forward. Twigs snapped beneath my feet, and branches scratched at my skin as I weaved through the labyrinth of trees. The fear that surged through my veins only spurred me to run faster, to put as much space between me and the Alpha wolf hunting me down.But no matter how fast I ran, I couldn't shake the feeling of Zack's presence behind me. His aura loomed large, a menacing force that seemed to consume the very air around me. I could almost hear his snarls, his hungry breaths, as he closed in on
I stirred, my eyes slowly fluttering open, and I found myself back in the comfort of my bed. The soft morning light filtered through the window as I woke up, my body still feeling a bit weak from the events of the previous day. I shifted in bed and turned my head, only to find Rachel standing at my bedside, sporting a black eye. My eyes widened in concern."Rachel, what happened to your eye?" I asked, my voice tinged with worry.Rachel grinned, her usual playful spirit shining through despite the injury. "Oh, you should see the other guy," she quipped, winking at me. "Don't worry, it's just a little battle scar. I can handle myself."I chuckled, relieved to see Rachel in good spirits. "I'm glad you're okay," I said, appreciating Rachel's loyalty and bravery."Well, I couldn't let you have all the fun, now could I?" Rachel replied with a mischievous glint in her eye.As we shared a light-hearted moment, my stomach rumbled, reminding me that I hadn't eaten since the day before. Rachel's
I was tired and more out of it than I thought, and could barely manage to leave the bed throughout the rest of the day. Eventually, dusk fell, and I dreamt that night.In my dream, the darkness seemed to swirl and thicken around me, creating an eerie and surreal atmosphere. I found myself standing in a vast, barren wasteland, with nothing but an endless expanse of black sand stretching to the horizon. The air was heavy with an acrid scent, and an unsettling chill permeated the desolate landscape.As my gaze shifted, I caught a glimpse of a distant figure, shrouded in shadows. As I squinted to get a clearer view, the figure gradually materialized into the form of a woman – Donna. A surge of mixed emotions washed over me – anger, fear, and confusion – as I realized that the person responsible for my children's disappearance might be standing before me.Donna's face was etched with a sinister smile, her eyes glinting with a cold malevolence. I felt a shiver run down my spine, the unsettl
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