Chapter 84Lin's Pov.My consciousness slowly returned, and as I opened my eyes, I found myself in a dimly lit, foul-smelling room. The stench of decay and dampness filled the air, assaulting my senses and making me cringe. The walls were rough, cold stone, with patches of moss growing in the corners, adding to the eerie atmosphere. Chains clanked against the stone floor as I shifted, trying to free myself from the restraints that bound me to the wall. For all that being an Alpha gave me strength though, I still am unable to break away from thick chains such as these.Confusion and fury mingled within me as I struggled against the cold, unforgiving metal. The silver chains sapped my strength, leaving my wolf weakened and my human form feeble. Every attempt to break free only resulted in searing pain, as the metal burned my skin and shredded my resolve. My heart pounded in my chest, the sound echoing in the small, claustrophobic space.I tried to focus my mind, to come up with a plan t
Even though it should not, my heart sank as I realized the full extent of Vincent's twisted desires. The power struggle that had claimed the life of my father was far from over. Vincent had returned, stronger and more dangerous than ever, with the sole purpose of finishing what he started. I guess that when it came down to it, Meghan and I could admit to having one more thing in common - we both knew borderline mad, psychotic people. Was it strange that that was the case? Maybe. I mean, what are the odds? On the other hand, I heard somewhere that most everyone needed to be put in a mental institution so maybe it is pretty normal. Vincent glared at me, malevolence simply oozing from every pore in his body. The room seemed to hold its breath as the weight of his words hung in the air. My uncle's quest for power had brought us to this moment, but there was more to his dark past that needed to be acknowledged. "You were always so power-hungry, Uncle," I said, my voice tinged with sadnes
kept my eyes fixed on Vincent, rage boiling within my core. Oh, how I so wanted to jump at him and rip him limb from limb until nothing but his cry of pain left. It had been twenty years since that tragic event, and I had believed Vincent was gone forever and for good, but now that he was here, very much alive and well I could see exactly why my father was always angry and fuming whenever the subject of him came up.I always thought and told myself, Father was exaggerating when it came to his younger brother but little did I know it was because he was despicable and totally crazy in the head."Now, Lin my boy, I guess I could let you in on a little secret, eh? As it turns out, I got your kids too. Emily and Ethan yes?""Why are you telling me this? I had guessed as much.""Well, there is fun to be had to see you squirm and worry while being absolutely helpless to stop their death," the psychopath replied, a twisted grin appearing on his already scarred face."What are you talking abo
Alone with Donna in the dimly lit room, my mind raced with desperation. I knew I had to find a way to stop my deranged uncle and save my children before it was too late. The pain in my thigh and arm was a constant reminder of the threat I faced, but I refused to give in to despair.I decided to speak to Donna once more, hoping that I could somehow appeal to her greed or sense of self-preservation. As I began to speak, my voice was laced with urgency, "Donna, please, I'll give you anything you want. Money, power, anything. Just help me save my kids."Donna turned to me with a cold expression, her eyes devoid of any sympathy. "You think I'm that easily bought, Lin? You and your family treated me like trash, and now you expect me to help you? Not a chance in hell. You very clearly knew all these years what exactly it was I wanted and yet you just led me on, only to drop me for that whore Meghan."My heart sank, realizing that Donna was too deeply entrenched in her own self-made bitternes
I stepped out of the dimly lit room where I had been held captive, my heart pounding with a mixture of fear and determination. The hallway stretched out before me, shrouded in shadows, and eerie silence hung in the air. I knew I had to find my children and put an end to the dark ritual that threatened their lives.As I made my way down the narrow corridor, I could feel the weight of the place, the ancient and malevolent energies that permeated the walls. It was like walking through a nightmare, every step filled with trepidation. The flickering candlelight cast dancing shadows on the walls, adding to the eerie atmosphere.My mind raced, trying to piece together the layout of the place and figure out the path I needed to take. I followed the faint traces of dark magic, the same that had bound me earlier, leading me deeper into the heart of the sinister lair.The further I ventured, the more ominous the surroundings became. The walls seemed to close in on me, and a sense of foreboding e
Vincent stepped into the chamber minutes later, a greasy smile on his lips. I barely caught Meghan's mother whisper something along the lines of: "I am way too old for this shit"He focused on Meghan's mother, disregarding my presence in the room as though he had expected it. He went to the woman and they both began to speak in hushed whispers.My heart pounded in my chest as I lay there, paralyzed and helpless once again. I strained my ears to catch every word of the heated argument between the witch, Meghan's mother, and my uncle Vincent. I didn't need to, as it turned out. Their voices were soon echoing through the chamber, filled with tension and desperation."I'm telling you, Vincent, we don't need the children anymore," Meghan's mother insisted. "We can use Lin as the sacrifice instead. He's the Alpha, and his blood will grant us even greater power."Vincent's scarred face contorted into a sneer. "The twins are powerful vessels," he growled, his voice low and menacing. "I won't
Suddenly, out of the blue, I felt an overwhelming surge of rage coursing through my veins, threatening to consume me entirely. I clenched my fists, my jaw tightening as I tried to push back the anger that threatened to overwhelm me. However, as the fury inside me grew, I felt an odd sensation, as though my very essence was being drained away, sapped by the intensity of my emotions.I realized that my uncle, Vincent and his witch were simultaneously, feeding off every bit of my anger while using it against me. With how much power was being drained out of me, I knew I needed to regain control of my emotions, to find a way to counteract the dark energy that was luring me to hate and want to rip him apart. Desperately, I reached out with my mind, seeking a mental connection with Meghan. I forced my thoughts to recall our happiest moments together, the sound of her laughter, the warmth of her embrace, and the joy we found in each other's company.As I immersed myself in these cherished me
I shifted quickly into my wolf form, a surge of power and adrenaline coursed through my veins, fueling my determination to protect my children at all costs. My bruised and battered body from the previous encounters with my uncle made me feel weaker than I had ever felt before, and I struggled to match the strength of Vincent's lycan form.With a fierce growl, I lunged at my uncle wolf, its disfigured form not stopping it from snapping and clawing at me. I knew better than to allow my neck get caught under his canine as we fought for supremacy.Vincent's wolf was larger and more muscular, and he used his size advantage to overpower me, landing vicious stab with his sharp claws and snapping jaws. I tried to evade the attacks, but I was slower and less agile due to my injuries, and each strike sent waves of pain through my body.As the fight continued, my vision blurred with pain and exhaustion. I could feel my energy draining with every passing moment, and my hope of winning this fight
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