Elora’s POVI am a bad mother. Sitting inside this cold room, I was alone with my thoughts with nothing but pain inside my heart. The image of my crying daughter, my sweet, sweet, Shea, kept on flashing inside my head like a broken recording. It was killing me from the inside. I looked at my right palm and stared at the mark engraved on it before closing it again with nothing but guilt in my system. If only...if only I was careful that day, this wouldn't happen.I wiped my cheeks with my hands feeling another set of tears falling. Remembering what happened this morning, I asked myself, how can I manage on doing that to her? How can I imprison my own flesh and blood on the day of her eighteenth birthday? How can I kill the joy inside her heart on the actual day I gave birth to her? Do I even deserve to be called a mother?l because of all of these? ‘No, Elora. You did what you had to do to save her,' I whispered to myself. I tried my best to justify what I did but failed. I am the Lu
Elora’s POVWith tears running down my face, I uttered, “I did it for you, Dominic. I sacrificed my daughter’s happiness just to have you back."Dominic was speechless. He stared at me for a couple of seconds before finally speaking again. “What did you say?”“I said, I did it for your sake. I have no choice but—”“Oh, come on!” he lashed out. “Don’t you fucking dare pin this on me.”“But I am telling the truth.” This time, my eyes were damped with tears as I relived the moment that led us to this mess. FlashbackI took the beautiful above-the-knee white gown I was planning to gift my daughter, admiring how perfect it was. In seven days, my firstborn Shea would be hitting her mating age. I knew how much she looked forward to this day for a very long time.Shea was a typical teenage she-wolf. She loved to hang out with friends and spent a lot of time inside her room dreaming about how she would meet her mate. She was very vocal about her excitement about turning eighteen, the mating a
Elora’s POVEnd of flashback. I looked at Dominic’s face as I told him about what had happened a few days back. I was expecting a few words from him but he remained silent. Perhaps he was still trying to figure out everything.The awkward silence domed over us. For a few minutes, Dominic kept on looking at me with his mouth agape. Finally, he made a move. He was the first one to break our eye contact and turned to his side. His prominent jaw tightened, indicating a burst of emotion harboring inside him. “How did you meet Yamir?”“Through Loreal. She introduced him to us knowing that he was a powerful healer.”“And where did he come from?”“Midnight Woods.”“Damn, Elora! Did no one warn you about that place? It’s full of—”“Schemers…liars…deceivers…I am very much aware, Dominic. I knew the risk.”Dominic scoffed. “A risk you willingly embrace without thinking about the possible consequence.”“The risk I willingly took in order to save you,” I responded, fighting so hard to not break
Elora’s POV“I need your mom to pay her dues in full,” Yamir uttered. I closed my eyes to his next words. “I need to get my prize from her…you.”Shea stood up and pointed to herself. “Me?”“Eighteen years ago, your father, the Alpha King, was very sick.” His hands were on his back while marching forward Shea. “Your mom commissioned my help in healing him. I told her I don’t charge for free yet she is willing to give up everything just to see the alpha king alive and well. She promised me I could take whatever I want from her and she wouldn’t mind. So now, here I am taking what was rightfully mine.” Yamir lifted his hand and touched Shea’s hair. “Don’t touch her!” I yelled. If not for Dominic on my lap, I didn’t know the things I would have done to this prick. Shea stepped backward with her tears continued to fall on her face. She looked at me begging for answers. “No, baby. It wasn’t like that. That man is lying. I was—”“Oh come on, Luna Queen! How can I lie if the proof was on you
Shea’s POVI can feel the fear pulsing through my veins as I recount my story. It was like a nightmare that I couldn't wake up from, a horror story that was now my reality. I had been sold off like a piece of property to a man who planned to make me his slave wife. And worst of all, I was powerless to stop it.Just yesterday, I was dreaming about how I would celebrate my eighteenth birthday with my friends. But fate had other plans for me. My own mother locked me up, and I discovered an eighteen-year-old deal that sold me off to a man who intended to make me his daughter-in-law.As I walked behind the man, I maintained a safe distance, but I didn't even think about attempting to escape. I'd seen firsthand what he was capable of, especially to my dad. The magical contract between him and my mom prevented me from considering fleeing. I knew that if I did, my dad would suffer dire consequences. I loved him so much that I was willing to endure a lifetime of misery to keep him safe.And so
Elora's POVI sat beside my mate's bed, holding his hand tightly as I watched him breathe in and out, his chest rising and falling with each breath. It had been a day since he had fallen unconscious, and my heart felt heavy with the weight of what had transpired. My mind wandered to the event that had changed everything, and I couldn't help but feel responsible for what had happened.Yamir had taken my daughter, Shea, away while my husband was in excruciating pain. I should have been more careful, more vigilant when making a deal with that cunning man. But he had tricked me into signing a magic contract, and the price was my precious daughter.Tears streamed down my face as I sat there, consumed with thoughts of what I could have done differently. I berated myself for not being more cautious, for not doing enough to protect my family. But it was too late now, and all I could do was hope for a miracle.As I sat by Dominic's bedside, lost in thought, I heard the door creak open, and in
Chapter 96Shea’s POVI slowly opened my eyes, and the first thing that hit me was the cold droplets of water that splashed on my face. I squinted to take a look at my surroundings, and what I saw made my heart sink. I was lying on the hard and damp floor of a dungeon. The walls were thick and made of stone, and the place reeked of a foul odor that made me cringe. It was a mixture of dirty socks and rotten eggs. I felt a wave of nausea hit me, and I had to stop myself from throwing up. The air was humid, and the dampness made everything uncomfortable. As I tried to recall the events that led me here, the memories came back like a flood. Yamir had captured me when I tried to escape from him. I remembered how he had beaten me mercilessly, and now, I was paying the price for my failed attempt.As I lay there, my mind was racing. How could I have been so foolish? Why did I think I could outsmart Yamir? The man was cunning and dangerous, and now I was paying the price for underestimating
I am Hektor Ward, and today was the day of reckoning. As I stood before the looking glass, I gazed at my reflection with a sense of satisfaction. My waistcoat was pristine white, a symbol of purity and innocence, while my black tailcoat and trousers were releasing power and authority. The broad cut of my shoulders made me stand tall and proud, and my lengthy blonde tresses flowed down my back in loose waves, adding a touch of elegance and grace to my appearance. After years of meticulous planning and tireless waiting, the moment of reckoning finally arrived. I was about to meet the woman who had been the bane of my existence since I was a child, the one I had been trained to loathe and detest. As I thought about the fate that awaited her, a smirk tugged at the corner of my lips, and a rush of adrenaline coursed through my veins. I had dreamt of this day for as long as I could remember, and now that it was here, I was ready to make her pay for the years of torment and suffering her
Shea's POV"Where the hell is your father, Bradley! He swore to be here with me always, but where is he?!" I vented at my firstborn, clutching my belly. It had grown so big, resembling a watermelon that I had swallowed whole. It wasn't surprising, considering I was carrying Hektor's twins."Calm down, Mommy! Daddy would be here any moment. I am sure he is on his way," he answered. "He is right, Shea. Come on. Let me help you deliver your twins. My grandsons are ready to come out," my mother, Elora, encouraged as I shifted my attention to her.I gritted my teeth while I endured the throbbing pain in my stomach. My twins wanted to come out in the world, but I wouldn't let them until their father was by my side. When I delivered Bradley, Hektor was not on my side. So, we promised each other that this time, he would be present as I birthed our twins. "Come on, Shea. Don't be stubborn. Your husband is gonna be here soon. Let's go inside so you can free yourself from this pain. Let your t
Shea’s POVAfter what felt like an eternity, the guard finally disappeared into the castle to bring my family out. I stood there, my heart pounding, anxiously awaiting their arrival. The castle doors swung open, and my eyes locked with Mom, Dad, and Ajax, who stepped out into the sunlight. Their faces were etched with surprise and disbelief, mirroring the emotions swirling within me."Mom! Dad! Ajax!" I called out, my voice trembling with joy and relief. Tears welled up in my eyes as I ran toward them, unable to contain my emotions any longer. My legs moved as if guided by pure instinct, carrying me closer to the people who meant the world to me.They stood there, frozen in astonishment, their eyes wide with shock. It was as if time had paused for a moment, allowing our eyes to meet and our souls to reconnect. The distance between us narrowed with every step, until at last, I threw myself into their outstretched arms."Sweetheart, is it really you?" Mom's voice quivered with a mixtur
Shea’s POVI live as a rogue now, far from the princess life I once knew in the Royal Pack. I approached our simple shelter and smelled the aroma of roasted herbs in the air. Opening the creaky wooden door, I saw Vlad, illuminated by warm light from inside. He looked relieved and proud as he saw me, and his face brightened with a gentle smile."Welcome back, Shea!" Vlad exclaimed happily. "And look who's here to greet you!"Beside Vlad stood a young boy, his eyes wide with curiosity and excitement. My heart skipped a beat."Mommy!" I smiled widely, reaching out my hand to welcome him. Yes, I found out I was pregnant when I left the White Fang Castle five years ago and Bradley was the fruit of it. I knelt down, letting the game fall from my shoulder, and smiled at my little boy.He looked at me intently and reached out to touch my shoulder. "You're really strong, Mommy," he said in awe. I ruffled his hair in return, making him pout. I glanced at Vlad, my eyes filled with gratitude.
Hektor's POVI can’t believe that five years have flown by…I stand on the balcony of my luxurious chamber, gazing at the vast territory of the Royal Pack. It's like a beautiful painting, with lush greens, towering trees, and colorful wildflowers. Suddenly, I thought about the White Fang Castle.I shut my eyes, remembering it very vividly. The sun's warm rays bathed me in golden light as kept my eyes shut, recalling the grandeur of the castle. The library's scent of old books, the mouthwatering aroma of feasts in the dining hall, and the laughter that echoed through its corridors during celebrations. Memories of my childhood flooded my mind. Ah…the nostalgia it brings. I went back to my room and quickly put on my training clothes. Even though memories of the White Fang Castle still floated in my mind, I felt a sense of comfort in my new home, in the Royal Pack. I decided to focus on the present and leave the past behind as I started my day.Walking through the training ground, a fe
Hektor’s POVI jolted awake, my body drenched in sweat, my heart pounding in my chest. The nightmare had shattered my peace, bringing back haunting memories of my mother's treachery and the twisted acts she forced upon me and Pops. It left me hollow, like an endless abyss of despair.With a heavy sigh, I dragged myself to the bathroom, craving the soothing embrace of a warm shower. The hot water cascaded over me as if trying to wash away my worries and anxiety, even if just for a fleeting moment. But the putrid stench of my mother's lies clung to me, making me cringe in revulsion.Shit! When will this nightmare end? Once the water ceased its gentle flow, my thoughts drifted to Shea, my lovely mate. I rushed out of the bathroom, searching for her possible whereabouts inside our chambers but my search was futile. My mind convinced me she must be in the kitchen, so I rushed there, my heart pounding with a growing sense of dread. I need to see her. Her presence is like a vitamin that I
Shea’s POVA whole week had slipped by, like sand through my fingers.The Royal Pack had finally reached an agreement of peace with White Fang Castle. It turned out that Yamir was nothing more than a pawn, a victim of Ashley's cunning lies. Dad also acknowledged his sacrifice in saving Mom so he showed mercy and granted them a pardon. He even arranged for a proper burial for Yamir, a final act of respect. Mom, on the other hand, remained in a deep slumber, but we were relieved that she was safe and out of harm’s way. Inside the White Fang Castle, we gathered to discuss our uncertain future. We pondered what lay ahead now that Yamir and Ashley were gone, leaving Hektor in charge. While everyone was engrossed in the meeting, I found myself at my mother's bedside, replaying all the cruel words I had hurled at her. Guilt weighed heavily on my heart, and tears streamed down my face as I clutched her hand. I“Mom, can you hear me?” I asked. But she remained motionless, sleeping peacefully
Shea’s POVChaos consumed everything around me, and I felt my heart race with panic. The shocking realization hit Hektor like a thunderbolt. The weight of that truth seemed to crush him, leaving him speechless.Mom’s life slipped away before our eyes, and I found myself paralyzed, unsure of what to do. At that moment, Ashley's callous laughter filled the air. Mom and Dad’s words were proven right all along.“Hahaha! Finally, I can sleep at night knowing that—”Driven by an unseen force, without any warning, Dad charged forward, unleashing a storm of fury. His fists struck like wild animals, pounding relentlessly on Ashley's fragile body. Each blow expressed his pain, a desperate cry for justice. The place echoed with the sickening sound of flesh hitting bone, a terrifying display of revenge. No one dared interfere, frozen by the horrifying scene.Between his clenched teeth, Dad whispered with chilling intensity, his voice cutting through the violence. His gaze locked onto Ashley's eye
Shea’s POVDad froze mid-strike, his eyes widening with a mixture of shock and disbelief. The place fell into an eerie silence as the weight of my words settled upon us all. Hektor, battered and bruised, looked up at me with uncertainty. He had never expected my confession, let alone in the midst of such a volatile confrontation.Dad’s eyes fixated on me. His voice quivered as he questioned the truth behind my words. “Did I hear you correctly, Shea? Is this man your destined mate?”“Yes, Dad,” tears run down my face. “Hektor is the one. He is the man I was waiting to meet all my life.” “No…”“It’s true, Dad. In fact, I was already marked by him. I already accepted our bond with all my heart and soul. ” The weight of my revelation hit Dad like a thunderbolt, causing him to release Hektor and drop to the ground in shock. Hektor instinctively took a step back, while tears streamed down my face as I rushed to his side, filled with worry for his well-being.“Are you okay, my love?” I qu
Shea’s POVThere was a sense of imminent danger in the air, urging us to hurry. We raced out of our room and into the open, readying ourselves for whatever awaited us.As we stepped outside, a startling scene unfolded—the castle was surrounded by a powerful fleet. I quickly spotted my parents, Elora and Dominic, standing amidst their loyal Beta, Uncle Hunter and a group of warriors. Worry and curiosity mingled within me, compelling me to ask about their unexpected presence."Why are you here?" I asked, my voice trembling slightly. The words slipped out before I fully grasped the situation.“What kind of question is that? Of course we came here to rescue you,” Dad exclaimed, responding with genuine concern, confessing their desire to rescue me. But I couldn't accept their offer, not after everything I learned about my mother’s evil acts. “Go back to the Royal Pack, Dad. I am not coming with you,” I stated with conviction, making them raise their eyebrows in confusion. “What are you s