Chapter 29 ARIANNA The knock on the door felt louder than it should have and I just sighed while staring at the door. After everything today, it was starting to feel like my door had become the center of everyone’s universe. Like why can they all not just keep to themselves? I would really stab someone to death if anyone tells me they're knocking because they want to try and check on me. Because their knocks are driving me crazy here! I opened it with a huff, expecting something urgent, but instead, there was a young woman standing there in a maid’s uniform. She had dark hair pulled into a neat bun and sharp eyes that seemed to take in everything about me in a single glance. “Good evening, Luna.” She stated with a quick bow, though her tone wasn’t as formal as her words. “Who are you?” I blinked whilst staring at her and she just shot me a wide smile like we were best of friends. “I’m Mia,” She answered, straightening her back as she dropped a bag onto the floor. “
ARIANNA “Why does it feel like you're mocking me though?” I questioned when I caught a smirk with a reluctant expression on her face as she arose from the bow. “Honestly, I'm not. This gown is perfect, we both know that. I told you so, right? But I just can't get my eyes off the training suit, it's so ethereal.” She pouted, shaking her head in plea but I was adamant. “Mia, that's your name, is it?” She nodded and i spinned a full 360 to face her directly. “We're already past the training suit phase. I'm not wearing that, this is already so good, let's just stick with it.” She heaved a sigh like she was reminding herself that I won't budge then held up the training suit. “I know you won't wear it to the ceremony but just try it on.” She persuaded. “I'm not! Why would i?” I shook my head vehemently. “Consider it my welcome gift as your new maid. I get to be the only one that sees you in it.” “Mia—” “You're not going to say no, are you?” She stared at me with puppy eyes
Arianna As I stood frozen in front of the door, Sergio’s scent lingered in the air. It was rich and commanding, like the forest after a heavy rain. My senses felt sharper than ever, almost hyper-aware. It wasn’t the first time I had noticed changes in myself, but now I couldn’t ignore it. When did my wolf become so attuned to things? I didn’t have time to dwell on the thought. Sergio’s presence filled the room as soon as I opened the door. He stood tall and imposing, his dark eyes scanning me briefly before nodding in approval. “You’re ready,” he said simply, his voice low and steady. Does that mean he liked the training suit? Really? I'm ready with this? I nodded, unsure of what to say. His gaze lingered on me for a moment longer than necessary, and I felt a strange mix of comfort and unease under his scrutiny. Behind him, Mia appeared with her usual brisk efficiency. “We don’t have time to waste,” she said, motioning for me to follow. “The pack is waiting.”
Arianna's POV The cool night air hit my skin as I stepped outside, the hum of anticipation from the pack surrounding me. Torches lit the edges of the gathering, casting flickering shadows on the eager faces of my pack members. It doesn't feel right to call them my pack members, just yet. My heart thudded heavily in my chest, each beat louder than the last. I glanced back at Sergio, his towering figure imposing yet steady, and Mika, who offered me an encouraging nod. I swallowed hard. Their insistence on the training suit finally made sense, and I hated how unprepared I felt. The air was thick with tension, every whisper from the crowd making my senses sharper. My wolf stirred within me, restless and ready, but even that didn’t calm my nerves. Sergio stepped closer, his voice low and calm. “You see it now, don’t you?” I turned to him, my eyes wide. “This is why you told me to signal you if I needed help?” He nodded, his gaze unwavering. “Tonight, you prove yourself not jus
Chapter 33 Sergio's POV The morning had started uneventfully. The pack’s preparations for the Luna ceremony were in full swing, and every member seemed to be moving with purpose. Yet, something gnawed at me—a sense of unease I couldn’t shake. I had spent most of the day overseeing security and ensuring the elders had everything they needed for tonight. But as the sun began its slow descent, I realized I hadn’t seen Alaric all day. Alaric wasn’t the type to disappear without reason, especially on a day like this. He thrived in the spotlight, always finding ways to involve himself in the pack’s affairs. I had dismissed it at first, assuming he was somewhere causing his usual mischief, but when one of the guards approached me with a hesitant expression, I knew something was off. “Alpha,” the guard said, bowing slightly. “I thought you should know—Alaric was seen heading toward Luna's chambers earlier.” I froze, my jaw tightening. “When?” “About an hour ago,” the guard replie
Arianna’s POV My mouth fell open as I stared at Mia, the revelation knocking the breath out of me. “Y-you’re Sergio’s cousin?” I stammered, my eyes darting between the two of them. Mia stood there with a smirk plastered on her face, looking far too pleased with herself. Sergio, on the other hand, was barely holding back a grin. “Oh, come on, Arianna,” Mia teased, folding her arms. “Did you think I was just some random wolf who wandered in and decided to stick around?” I blinked, trying to process the information. “I mean...yes?” Sergio chuckled, his deep voice sending a strange warmth through me. “Mia’s been part of my life since we were pups. She’s practically a sister to me.” “But how?” I demanded, my voice rising. “When did she even get here? She wasn’t around when I first came to the pack.” Mia shrugged, clearly enjoying my confusion. “I arrived not long ago. Sergio called me back from an assignment when things started heating up with the rogues. I figured it was tim
ARIANNA'S P.O.V “Why would you call for him? Do you need something?” Jealousy was laced in Sergio’s tone and I rubbed centre of my head concealing the little smile that tugged at the corner of my lips threatening to morph into a grin. “No, not really. I just wanted to ask him some questions.” I said and though there was an unsatisfied look in his eyes, he masked it off immediately. “Well, it looks like his hands are full at the momeñt. Hold on, is Elena and Alaric the ‘romance’ you were talking about?” He questioned and I nodded, turning to see Alaric and Elena walking away. “Hold on, I really need to talk to Alaric. I'll be right back.” I went after them but the time I got out of the door, they were nowhere to be found. I walked through the garden, the moonlight casting silver streaks over the neatly trimmed hedges. That’s when I heard them—soft whispers, low and intimate. Can't they stop for even a minute? It's not up to 10 minutes I broke them apart and here they are munch
Arianna’s POV “Alright, I'll just hold on to the fact that you'll tell me whenever the time is right.” He nodded I folded my arms, the weight of my earlier actions pressing down on me like a heavy cloak. “I’m sorry,” I began, my voice soft and unsure. “I don’t know what came over me back there. Pulling you away like that… it wasn’t my place.” Alaric gave a low chuckle, the sound both amused and exasperated. “You’re always full of surprises, Z—” He paused, correcting himself. “Arianna.” I bit the inside of my cheek, unsure how to respond. His use of that other name still unsettled me, though I couldn’t say why. But before I could dwell on it, his next words cut through my thoughts. “Elena’s my mate,” he said bluntly. The words hung in the air between us, their weight heavier than I expected. I blinked, struggling to process what he’d just said. “Your mate?” I repeated, my tone betraying my disbelief. He nodded, his gaze steady but unreadable. “Yes. That’s why you found us toge
Author’s NoteAs I write these final words and close the chapter on Chasing His Stunning Luna, my heart feels both full and unbearably heavy. This book has been a journey—one that I poured my soul into, one that became a part of me in ways I never imagined. The characters, their struggles, their triumphs, their love—they were not just words on a page but living, breathing parts of my heart. And now, having to say goodbye to them feels like losing dear friends.This story was not just a tale of love, redemption, and strength—it was my anchor during some of the toughest days of my life. While crafting Arianna and Sergio’s world, I faced personal battles of my own, struggling with health difficulties that made writing a challenge.Updates were a hassle to do, writing was a hassle. I thought of abandoning this book, I thought of just giving up as I was so exhausted but a lot of you readers stood by me and supported me. There were days I could barely focus, days when I questioned whether
The sun hung high in the sky, its golden rays casting a warm glow over the training grounds. The sound of fists meeting flesh, the rhythmic thuds of bodies hitting the ground, and the sharp bark of commands filled the air.Arianna stood at the center of it all, her presence commanding, radiating both power and grace. She was no longer the hesitant Luna of the past but a leader who had fully embraced her role. Clad in a fitted black training suit that accentuated her toned physique, her golden-brown hair was tied into a thick braid that cascaded down her back, strands sticking to her sweat-dampened skin as she moved with fluid precision."Again!" she called out, her voice firm yet encouraging. "I want strength in every move! No hesitations!"The Gammas followed her command without question, executing a series of swift, lethal movements as they sparred in pairs. Arianna walked among them, correcting stances, blocking sloppy punches, and offering sharp critiques where needed. Her golden
ARIANNAIf I was able to curse in my wolf form, I would curse at this point!Sergio stood to his feet immediately and I looked over at the battlefield.It was chaos, the air thick with the scent of blood and burning wood. My chest heaved as I stood amidst the carnage, my gaze locked onto the massive wolf lying in a broken heap before me. Logan’s father.My body trembled from the force of my last attack. He had been aiming for Sergio—his massive frame crashing into my mate with the force of a hurricane. The sound of bones snapping echoed in my ears, and a cold rage settled deep inside me. Sergio groaned, but he was alive. My heart clenched at the sight of his battered body, but I couldn't allow myself to falter. Not now.The beast’s golden eyes flickered, his breath coming in short, labored pants. He was still alive, still trying to move. My glare bore into him, a silent promise that he would not leave this battlefield alive. He had hurt my mate. That alone sealed his fate.A sudden
ARINNA “Sergio,” I rasped, my voice a broken whisper, the name barely making it past my lips. He turned sharply, his dark eyes locking onto mine, immediately scanning me for injuries I think as I stood from the floor. “Baby?” I stopped short, my pulse drumming in my ears. I needed to say it, but the words felt like glass in my throat, sharp and impossible to swallow. I swallowed hard. “It’s Annika.” His brows drew together, his body tensing like a bowstring being pulled tight. “What about Annika?” His voice was rough, wary, as if he already knew but refused to believe it. I forced the words out before they could strangle me. “Silas has her. He brought her for us, I'm sure you can use her as bait. Sergio didn’t move. Didn’t speak. For a heartbeat, he was stone, silent and unreadable. Then, like a dam breaking, the realization slammed into him, and his entire body snapped taut. “What?” The word was a blade, sharp and deadly. I nodded, my breath coming fast. “He caught her. And
ARIANNA "We’re ready." The elder finally announced, his voice steady but grim as he turned to face me and I gulped. My heart was beating fast, really fast at this stage. Nothing can go wrong, I can't afford it. Dear goddess, if you're listening, please make this work. He motioned for the guards standing by the entrance. Two of them stepped forward, their heavy boots thudding against the cold stone floor. Their faces were set, but I could see the doubt lurking in their eyes. They had watched Sergio slip further and further away. They had seen me breaking apart with every breath he failed to take. And now, they were seeing my hope—the last shred of it—held in the elders calloused hands and whatever that potion is that he was holding. "Carefully." He instructed with a scrunched up face as they bent over him. The wound was still fresh yet it seemed like it was decaying and I thanked the moon goddess at least for the fact that he slipped into unconsciousness because the pai
ARIANNA I turned to Silas, my voice steady despite the tension coiling in my chest as my mind went back to the fact Sergio hadn't woken up yet. "You brought her here. You hide her. Somewhere no one will find her. Chain her up, make sure she can’t escape." Silas narrowed his eyes, nodding and then began scratching his head like he was shy of something. "Alright I'll do so." I turned to Mia for some back up but she just threw her hands up and leaned in to whisper. "He's thrilled and a little shy. To them, if someone ever gives a task, which means the person traits you. You could never understand their rules." She shrugged and I nodded in understanding. "What if she decides to be stubborn and thrash out or fight me? Can I hit her?" I almost bursted out in laughter but just let out a sharp breath. "Make sure she doesn’t get the chance. Just do it anyway you can before anyone sees her. We don’t need unnecessary attention." He nodded once and dragged Annika away into the, her muffle
ARIANNA. "Hello, ladies." We heard a voice call as we were running towards the kitchen and we halted, turning to see Silas. Ahh, Silas! That reminds me, I really wanted to talk to him. "Silas right?" I called stretching my hands out for a handshake and he took it gracefully, leaning forward to kiss it and I stared at Mia with a confused smile. "Formal greeting. Uncle Zed trained all of them, they all do it." That was true, from Sergio to Alaric and now Silas, they all did it. I might need to have a little backstory on uncle Zed but absolutely not now that my Brian is in jumbles. "Yeah, Silas. Mia, how are you doing?" She flipped her hair and held out her hands and he chuckled before taking it and planting a soft peck. "I have something that might interest the both of you." Mia giggled almost immediately grabbing my hand. "Sure, show us." I was confused, really confused on what would possibly interest me apart from the herbs at this point and he just motioned for us to
ARIANNA. He had slipped in and out of consciousness twice already and it wasn't even getting any funnier. The pack elders all stood roundabout him, chattering in low tones yet no productive effort had been made. They had actually tried to stop the blood from flowing out which was better but he was still far from being healthy and that's exactly what I wanted for him, I wanted him to be healthy. "So all your years of experience, none of you had seen this kind of wound?" I questioned and they shook their head I negativity and I moved to slam my fist into the wall but instead slammed it on Alaric's palm. He had our his hands just there in time and I swallowed. "Sergio will recover and I'm not ready to answer as any question as to why there are scars on your first." He stated and I sighed taking a deep breath as I tried to control myself. Deep inside of me, I was loosing my mind. I was loosing my fucking mind. "Some of the elders are still on their way though so rest assured
SERGIO Blood spurted for. the exact point where he had stabbed me and I fell to my knees as the wound was unable to heal. I glared at him while Elder Zed or would I say, Father as I've always called him stared at the both of us in horror. "What the hell, Logan? You never told me that you killed your mother and that now you'd kill your uncle top?" He sounded displeased but almost confused like he wasn't sure what he was supposed to do. "Say no fucking word." Logan instructed and I gagged for Uncle Zed's sake. "That's wolfsbane. It's not going to heal, the only reason why I'm still keeping you alive is the fact that I want you to see me claim your pack right from under your nose. Claim my daughter and her mother." Logan smirked but my vision suddenly became blurry and I was unsure of what to say. "Sergio, baby..." Arianna came running towards me and I had to use l ounce of energy I had left in me to mindlink her. *Don't. Don't come. I'm going to survive this, but what I'm