The air was tense as the four brothers sat in their quarters after the meeting. Zander leaned against the wall, arms crossed, his sharp gaze scanning the room. Aiden paced back and forth, his usual smirk absent. Liam sat on the edge of the sofa, running his hands through his hair, while Matthew stood by the window, his expression blank but his fists clenched.“This is ridiculous,” Aiden finally snapped, his voice breaking the silence. “Father disappears on another ‘trip’ with that gold digger, and we’re left to clean up his mess.”Zander’s jaw tightened, his voice cold. “Focus on the rogues, not on him. Complaining won’t fix anything.”Aiden stopped pacing, turning to Zander with a glare. “Don’t act like you’re not thinking the same thing. He’s abandoned us, and you know it.”“We don’t have time for this,” Liam interjected, his tone calmer but firm. “The pack needs us. The rogues are becoming a real threat, and we can’t let personal issues get in the way.”Matthew finally spoke, his v
The brothers sat in the study, tension thick in the air. Zander leaned over the large oak desk, his hands pressed flat against its surface as his piercing gaze shifted between his brothers. Liam stood by the fireplace, staring into the flames as if searching for answers, while Matthew sat in a leather chair, his jaw clenched, one hand rubbing his temple. Aiden, restless as always, paced the room, his sharp movements betraying his agitation.“We can’t just sit here and wait for them to strike again,” Aiden said, breaking the silence. “We need to take the fight to them.”Zander shook his head, his voice steady but firm. “We don’t know enough about their plans yet. Attacking blindly will only make us look desperate.”“And what about Mia?” Liam asked, turning from the fire to face his brothers. “The rogue mentioned her. If they know what she is what she could become she’s in danger.”Matthew’s gaze darkened. “She doesn’t even know the full truth about herself. If we tell her now, it could
The storm had rolled in like a sudden gust of wind, heavy clouds covering the moon and releasing a downpour onto the world below. Mia stood at the window, looking out at the rain, feeling a sudden urge to run outside and enjoy the rain. The tension inside the house had been building for days, and the heavy air suffocated her. She needed a moment to herself, away from the heavy eyes of the brothers who seemed to be constantly watching her.Without thinking, Mia slipped into her thin nightgown, the cool fabric clinging to her skin. She stepped quietly out of her room and into the hallway, making sure no one was awake. The rain welcomed her as soon as she stepped outside, the cool droplets hitting her skin like a sweet relief. She laughed softly to herself, twirling around in the yard, letting the storm wash away her thoughts.Her movements were carefree, her body spinning with the rhythm of the rain, the wetness of her gown clinging to her curves with every step. Mia didn’t care about t
The rain continued to pour heavily, washing away the heat of the tension that hung thick in the air. The rogue’s presence in the shadows only seemed to amplify the restless energy coursing through the brothers. For a moment, everything seemed to stand still, the air thick with danger and desire, the brothers barely able to tear their eyes away from Mia, who stood frozen under the rain.Her gaze locked with Zander’s, her breath catching in her throat as she felt a wave of unease. The atmosphere had shifted, the weight of it pressing down on her chest. It was as though she could sense the change like the world had just tilted on its axis, pulling everything into a storm of its own making.Before Zander could make a move, the rogue stepped forward, the sound of its boots slapping against the wet ground pulling everyone’s attention away from Mia. It was a malevolent figure, its presence enough to make the brothers’ wolves growl in warning. The rogue was tall, dressed in dark clothing that
The battlefield was a chaotic blur of growls, snarls, and cries of pain as the brothers fought to defend their territory. The air was thick with the metallic tang of blood and the tension of an impending storm. Mia stood frozen within the protective circle of the four brothers, her heart racing as the clash of wolves and rogues continued around her.Suddenly, a commanding roar split the air, halting the chaos for a brief moment. The sound was so powerful it seemed to shake the ground beneath their feet. Everyone turned toward the source, and there he was Lord Victor Hawthorne.Victor’s towering frame emerged from the shadows, his presence radiating raw power and authority. His broad shoulders and confident stride exuded an unshakable confidence. Even drenched in the rain, his aura was suffocatingly dominant. The battle momentarily paused as rogues and pack members alike froze, caught in the overwhelming presence of the Alpha.“Father,” Zander muttered under his breath, his voice tinge
It was one of those rare mornings when everything seemed peaceful. The house was unusually quiet, and for a moment, I thought I could have some time to myself. I woke up early, hoping to sneak into the kitchen without any interruptions. My plan was simple make coffee, grab some toast, and maybe sit on the back yard for a while. But peace? With those four around? Not a chance.As I poured my coffee and reached for the bread, Aiden walked in. His hair was messy, and he looked like he’d just rolled out of bed. He didn’t say a word, just grabbed the toast from my hand and bit into it.“Seriously?” I glared at him. “That was mine!”“What’s yours is mine,” he said casually, leaning against the counter with that infuriating smirk. “Besides, you weren’t going to finish it anyway.”I turned away, determined to ignore him, but then Zander strolled in. He didn’t even bother pretending to be subtle. He slid onto the stool next to me, resting his arm on the counter and leaning in so close I could
Mia watched from her bedroom window, her heart pounding as she noticed the four brothers heading toward the forest with grim expressions. Their tense body language hinted that something serious was happening. She knew she shouldn’t leave the safety of the house, especially after Matthew’s stern warning, but curiosity burned inside her. What were they hiding?Slipping on a pair of shoes and wrapping a shawl around her shoulders, Mia quietly crept out of the house. The night air was cool and damp, and the faint rustling of leaves filled the silence. She kept her steps light, careful not to draw attention. Reaching the edge of the forest, she crouched behind a large tree, peeking through the foliage.What she saw took her breath away.The brothers were confronting a group of rogues. They moved like a perfectly coordinated unit, their strength and skill evident in every strike and dodge. Aiden’s sharp commands echoed through the clearing as he led the charge, while Zander fought with a da
Mia sat in her room the next morning, her thoughts restless as sunlight poured through the curtains. The events of the previous night replayed in her mind, each detail more unsettling than the last. The rogue’s cryptic words, the brothers’ secret glares with each other , and the tension that had thickened the air left her with more questions than answers. She needed to know the truth, and waiting for it to be handed to her was no longer an option.Her resolve hardened as she threw on a light sweater and jeans. Mia wasn’t the type to sit back and wait. If the brothers wouldn’t tell her what was going on, she would find out for herself. Quietly, she made her way downstairs, her footsteps barely making a sound on the wooden floors. The packhouse was unusually quiet, the faint hum of activity coming only from the kitchen. She found Zander sitting at the table, his hair tousled and a mug of coffee in his hand.“You’re up early,” he remarked without looking at her, his tone laced with suspi
Mia sat between Aiden and Liam, her hands resting on the table, still trying to process everything that had happened. The mate bond was real. She could feel it in every breath she took, in every beat of her heart. It was no longer a lingering thought in the back of her mind; it was a truth she could not ignore. She lifted her gaze, looking at her stepbrothers one by one. Aiden, with his sharp eyes, was watching her closely as if waiting for her to say something. Liam’s fingers drummed lightly on the table, his usual calmness masking the storm within him. Zander leaned back in his chair, arms crossed, his lips pulled into a small smirk as if he already knew what was coming. And Matthew, silent yet observant, was waiting just like the rest of them. Mia took a deep breath. “I accept it,” she finally said, her voice steady. “I accept the bond.” The room fell into a heavy silence. Then, Aiden’s chair scraped against the floor as he stood, his intense gaze locked onto hers. “Say it
Killian’s sharp eyes locked onto Mia just as her body swayed dangerously. He saw it before anyone else did the way her breath hitched, the way her pupils dilated as the overwhelming force of the mate bond crashed into her like a tidal wave. Her legs buckled. Before she could hit the ground, he moved. In one swift motion, Killian closed the distance, catching her before she collapsed. His arms wrapped around her trembling body, his grip firm yet careful, as if holding something both fragile and powerful. Aiden, Liam, Zander, and Matthew barely had time to react before Mia’s body went completely limp against Killian’s chest. A deep growl rumbled from Aiden’s throat, but Killian didn’t flinch. His wolf was already on edge, instincts screaming at him to move, to protect. He tightened his hold around Mia and shot the brothers a sharp look. “She can’t stay here,” he stated, his voice calm but laced with authority. “She needs rest.” Liam took a step forward, his entire body tense.
The night air was thick with tension. Growls and the sound of clashing bodies echoed through the battlefield. Mia’s paws pounded against the earth as she tore through the enemy ranks, her wolf moving with an agility that startled even her. She didn’t remember ever fighting like this, yet every movement felt natural like her body had done this before.Her stepbrothers fought alongside her, their wolves just as fierce, their bond strengthening with every attack. She could feel it now, deep inside her, like a tether pulling her toward them. It wasn’t just a familial bond it was something more, something primal. The mate bond.It shook her to the core.Liam leaped at an enemy, his massive black wolf pinning the rogue to the ground before his sharp fangs ended its life. Aiden fought with raw power, his golden fur streaked with blood as he protected Mia’s side. Zander moved with deadly precision, dodging attacks effortlessly and striking with lethal force. They were in sync, their wolves co
A strange sensation jolted me awake. My body burned not in pain, but with something deeper, something alive inside me. My breath came in sharp gasps as I forced my heavy eyelids open. The room spun for a moment, shadows dancing across the walls, but that wasn’t what made my heart race.It was them.I felt them. Their presence, their emotions, their pain. Aiden. Liam. Zander. Matthew. The names whispered through my mind like a prayer, a force stronger than anything I had ever known pulling me forward. My chest tightened as an overwhelming sense of urgency crashed into me. They were close, but something was wrong. My hands trembled as I pushed myself up from the bed, my legs shaking beneath me. Every nerve in my body screamed for me to run. To find them. To reach them before it was too late.I stumbled to the door, gripping the handle so hard my knuckles turned white. My breath was uneven, my mind clouded with panic. Where were they? Why couldn’t I see them? The walls of the villa seeme
I woke up with a sharp gasp, my chest rising and falling in uneven breaths. My body felt heavy, my limbs weak, as if all my strength had been drained out of me. My head was throbbing, and a dull ache spread through my legs, making it hard to move.The room around me was dimly lit, unfamiliar. The walls fell too far away, and the silence pressed against my ears. I tried to sit up, but my arms trembled beneath my weight. Something was wrong.I swallowed hard, my throat dry and burning. "Aiden...?" My voice cracked, barely more than a whisper.No response."Liam? Zander? Matthew?" I called again, a little louder this time. My heart pounded against my ribs, a sickening panic curling in my stomach.Still nothing.I forced myself to sit up, ignoring the way my head spun. My body screamed in protest, but I gritted my teeth and swung my legs off the bed. My bare feet touched the cold floor, sending a shiver up my spine. I needed to find them. Now.Pushing myself forward, I stumbled toward the
Killian’s presence filled the room like a storm rolling in, unpredictable and charged with energy. He had always been like that loud without saying much, a force that could shift the balance in any room he entered. But now, there was something darker beneath his usual smug confidence. Something cold.Sarah met his gaze, searching for a trace of the boy she had once known. The one who had spent sleepless nights debating philosophy with her, who had dared her to break rules just for the thrill of it. But the man standing before her wasn’t just a reckless troublemaker anymore. He was a hunter. A killer. A weapon that Victor had just unsheathed.Yet, despite the years, despite the blood on his hands, Killian still had the nerve to smirk at her like nothing had changed.“You really haven’t aged a day, sweetheart. What’s your secret? Hate? Or just stubbornness?”Sarah huffed, folding her arms. “And you still talk too much.”Killian’s grin widened, like he enjoyed the challenge. “I’ll take
The silver coin shattered in Victor’s palm, leaving behind a faint, pulsing energy in the air. A signal. A call. A demand. Somewhere in the darkened lands beyond their reach, the Bloodhound would feel it. And he would come.Sarah watched Victor, her chest tightening. She had seen him like this before: calm, focused, deadly. It wasn’t just about revenge. It wasn’t even about justice. This was a war declaration.She swallowed, taking a step forward. “Victor…” Her voice was softer now, lacking the earlier anger. “If you bring Killian into this, there’s no turning back. He won’t just kill the ones responsible. He’ll destroy everything in his path.”Victor’s eyes flickered toward her. “Good.”Sarah shook her head, frustration burning in her veins. “I don’t want innocent blood spilled. Mia wouldn’t want that.”Victor’s jaw clenched. “Mia wouldn’t want to be lying in pain either, but here we are.”Sarah’s breath hitched. His words were cruel, but they were true. The reality was brutal. Someo
The silence inside the villa was thick, almost suffocating. Mia had fallen asleep in Sarah’s arms, exhaustion pulling her into an uneasy rest, but Victor, Aiden, Zander, Liam, and Matthew stood in the main hall, their expressions hard, their rage barely contained.Victor’s presence was suffocating, his Alpha aura pressing down on his sons like a weight, demanding answers. His jaw was clenched, his sharp eyes scanning each of them, and the air crackled with barely restrained fury.He had trusted them. He had left Mia in their care, believing that no force would dare touch her with them around. But now, she has been attacked. Someone had gotten past them. Someone had played them for fools.And Victor Hawthorne did not take betrayal lightly.His deep, rumbling voice shattered the silence.“You will tell me exactly how this happened.” His tone was not of a father but of an Alpha demanding answers. “Now.”Aiden was the first to step forward, his face twisted in frustration. “We don’t know.
The moment Victor stepped into the villa, his fury exploded. His eyes darkened, his jaw tightened, and his hands clenched into fists. The sight of Mia trembling in Sarah’s arms, her small body marked with bruises, was enough to break something inside him. He had trusted his younger brothers to protect her, to guard this house, and they had failed.His blood boiled as he reached out through the mindlink, his voice cutting through the connection like a blade.“Aiden! Liam! Zander! Matthew!” His tone was raw with authority, not as a brother but as Alpha Victor Hawthorne. “Where the hell were you?”There was a pause before his brothers responded.“Alpha?” Aiden’s voice came first, confusion lacing his words. “What happened?”Victor’s eyes flickered to Mia, who buried her face in Sarah’s shoulder. His rage intensified.“You were supposed to protect her! You were supposed to guard this house with your lives! But instead, she was attacked! She was left alone, scared because of you!”Silence