#Vote: She strikes back#
Frustration tightened its grasp as I paced back and forth in the conference room. I could feel the anxiety and uncertainty eating away at my heart with every step I took. Sitting close by, engrossed in a discussion, were Alpha Peter and Alpha Jacob. I refused to stop worrying about my, Mike. The thought of him out there by himself, exposed, was too much for me to handle. Not knowing where he was or what danger he might be in, I felt so powerless that tears threatened to fall from my eyes. He was only three! With each passing moment, my frustration grew, a flood of emotions threatening to overwhelm me. All I wanted was for Mike to be back with us, safe and sound. But until then, all I could do was wait and pray for his return. Even though it felt hard to digest. Damian’s revelation struck me like a ton of bricks, leaving me stunned and incredulous. How could Paige, Alpha Peter’s pack-trusted oracle, betray us in such a vile way? It seemed impossible to consider that she had been Dam
Third-party POV Paige’s thoughts drifted to her mate, Alpha Damian, as she stood in his bedroom looking out the window. Despite her efforts to quell the feelings that stirred within her, she couldn’t deny the inexplicable pull she felt towards him. It was a bond forged by the moon goddess, one she had tried tirelessly to break, yet it only seemed to grow stronger. Paige’s mind wandered back to when she found out that Alpha Damian was her mate. She had never imagined herself bound to a notorious wolf. Yet the moon goddess had other plans, intertwining their destinies in a way that she could never have anticipated. She had always dreamed of finding true love, of experiencing the kind of deep connection that transcended time and space. But now, her heartbeat for the very wolf she had once despised-a cruel twist of fate that left her feeling conflicted and lost. The sound of approaching footsteps drew her attention, and she tensed as Alpha Damian appeared behind her, his arms encircli
Sonya’s POV I lie in bed, my heart heavy as I watch my true mate, Wilson, an omega from our pack, sleeping peacefully beside me. It’s agonizing to see him so serene when inside, I’m torn apart. Just days ago, I thought Alpha Jacob was the one destined mate for me, but now, here lies my true mate. I think it’s weird how the moon goddess paired me, a beta, with an omega, and yet, despite my higher rank, he treats me with contempt. Upon my mate knocking on my door, my memories of Alpha Jacob seemingly became vague to me, the one I thought would be mine. His rejection had shattered me, especially when he found Claire, his true mate but now it felt like nothing. But now, my mate looks down on me for being the Alpha’s discarded lover as he would call me, a stigma he can’t seem to let go of even though I’ve made it clear multiple times that Alpha Jacob and I were never intimate. The group’s rejection of me throws a dark cloud over me; their mocking murmurs and disdainful looks make me
Alpha Jacob’s POV. I made my way to Sonya’s quarters. My thoughts were consumed by my son who was now missing. Every fiber of my being urged me to keep Claire close, to protect her from any potential harm while I searched for our child. My wolf snarled viciously to bind her to our bed, to ensure her protection while it ventured out in search of our child. But as much as my wolf clamored for her safety, I knew Claire was more than capable of defending herself. She possessed remarkable knowledge and abilities that surpassed even my own, and I trusted her to hold her ground while she was about to leave. Still, the ache in my chest grew with every step away from me. The instinct to keep her close, to shield her from any danger. I forced myself to focus on the task at hand, pushing aside my fears and insecurities for the sake of our family. Coming across Sonya’s home I barged in without knocking, the sight before me caught me off guard. There she was, scrubbing the floor with a dishe
As I shifted into my white wolf form, a sense of power and freedom washed over me. Strutting around before Jacob, I could feel the eyes of the pack on me, their gasps and praises ringing in my ears. They marveled at the sight of their Luna transformed into a pure white wolf, a symbol of strength and purity. But it was Jacob’s reaction that mattered most to me. As I caught sight of the shock and awe in his eyes, mixed with that of pride for me. He was left speechless, his gaze locked on me with adoration and admiration. Jacob stooped down to my level, his blue eyes in awe, his hand gently stroking my white fur as he mouthed the word “Beautiful.” A soft purr escaped me as his touch sent shivers down my spine. Despite the seriousness of our situation, his simple gesture filled me with warmth and reassurance. “I’ll give you two minutes.” Alpha Peter smiled, walking away along with Daniel and a few others. “This was why you decided to ride on top of me, with our son on my back when co
Third-party POV. Oracle Paige crept into the room where Mike was being held captive, heart ached at the sight of the young child tied up and helpless. She knew she had to act quickly to save him from further harm. “I will take over feeding the child, you may leave,” I ordered. With a commanding tone, the Oracle Paige ordered the pack warriors out of the room, her voice brooking no argument. She couldn’t risk any interference as she moved to take matters into her own hands. Ignoring Alpha Damian’s protests, the Oracle Paige approached Mike and untied him. She would not allow her mate to carry out his twisted plan, no matter the cost. As the pack warrior reluctantly left the room, Oracle Paige approached Mike, her movement, movements gentle to untie him from his restraints. She could see the fear and confusion in his eyes, but she knew she had to remain calm and reassuring. Alpha Damian and his pack members were planning to withdraw blood from Mike and insert it into his veins, a
We raced through the woods in our human forms, I was going back home to my mate. Now I could finally focus and find my son. We needed to return home, to find out if Alpha Jacob had located the white witch or Mike. I was determined to go home, but I was unable to get rid of the uneasy sensation that was eating away at me. With every step I took, a throbbing discomfort throbbed through my body and my limbs felt heavy. With each passing moment, the unease grew, until it became impossible to ignore. I slowed my pace, feeling a sense of weakness creeping over me. “Are you okay, Claire?” Alpha Peter asked, concern lacing his voice. I tried to muster a reassuring smile, but the effort felt like too much. “I…I’m not sure,” I admitted, my voice barely above a whisper. The other slowed their pace to match mine, their concern evident in their eyes. We pressed on through the woods, and my emotions swirled chaotically within me, leaving me feeling overwhelmed and confused. One moment, I felt
Alpha Jacob’s POV. Rushing back to the pack’s clinic, my heart raced with a mixture of concern and fury. Concern, because I feared something might be wrong with Claire, and fury, directed inwardly, fueled by the realization that if anything had happened to her, it would be entirely my fault. I should have never let her go alone, should have insisted on accompanying her, or even restrained her if necessary. But now, faced with the possibility of her being hurt or worse, I could feel the rage boiling inside me, directed at my shortcomings and failures as her mate. I blocked out anyone from mind-linking me, I didn’t want to hear anything. I wanted to see Claire for myself. Upon entering the clinic I followed my mate’s distinctive scent which for some odd reason had changed. I gritted my teeth in anger. If anything had happened to Claire, if she was suffering because of my negligence, I would never forgive myself. Entering the clinic, my heart clenched at the sight of Claire lying i
I looked down at my precious newborn twins, my heart swelling with fierce maternal love. Both Ethan and Aiden looked just like their father as with Mike. I felt a pang of jealousy seeing that I carried them for so long only for them to look like a replica of their father. Nonetheless, they were my bundle of joy. Aiden’s tiny rosebud lips twitched adorably as if he were dreaming of nursing. Before I could decide if he needed to eat, Jacob had already scooped him up. “He needs to eat,” my mate said, in that deep, authoritative voice that never failed to shiver me. I quirked an eyebrow at him, knowing fully well why he was so insistent. “Let the poor thing sleep a while longer,” I replied, trying and failing to sound nonchalant. We both knew Jacob loved few things more than watching me breastfeed our children. To him, it was primal more than mere nourishment. The act awakened an unmistakable hunger in his eyes that set my skin tingling with awareness. Sure enough, when Jacob placed A
Months later… My stomach tightened again with a powerful contraction, and I squeezed Jacob’s hand until my knuckles turned. Despite the searing pain, I shot him a withering glare. “You did this to me… again!” I growled through gritted teeth. Sweat beaded on my brow as the cresting wave finally subsided Jacob had the sense to look somewhat chagrined, through a proud gleam still danced in his eyes. “You’re bringing our children into this world, my mate. Our perfect little miracles.” “Easy for you to say,” I spat, leaning back against the propped clinic bed. “You don’t have to push two tiny werewolves out of your body!” As if on cue, another crushing contraction seized me. I clutched at the sheets, a feral cry of agony tearing from my throat. The healers bustled around urgently, offering words of encouragement that fell on deaf ears. “You’re doing so well, Claire,” Jacob murmured, smoothing the damp hair from my face. “Our family is almost here.” White-hot rage flashed through my
Within no time almost all our clothes were ripped off as we thrashed between heated kisses. His growls and the way he gripped my hair so tight just turned me on. “That’s right, Luna,” Jacob groaned as I left hot, open-mouthed kisses trailing down his ripped abs. feeling his muscles twitch under my lips was driving me wild. When I finally made it down to his thick, throbbing cock, I shot him a naughty grin before taking him into my mouth in one slick motion. The guttural moan he let out went, straight to my core. I got to work, swirling my tongue shamelessly and hallowing my cheeks to suck him even deeper. His fingers tightened in my hair as he struggled not to buck his hips. “Fuck, Claire… your mouth feels so damn good…” Hearing him cry out my name like that made me hum in satisfaction, the vibration driving him even wilder. His hips jerked wildly as he tried not to lose control completely. “You wicked vixen… you’ll be the death of me…” Hearing his moan, my lips parted before slow
It had been a full day since our forces arrived back at the pack’s territory, battered but victorious after the brutal confrontation with Alpha Damian’s rogues and packs. I stood beside Jacob as he addressed our assembled warriors and allies from Alpha Peter’s pack. My gaze drifted to Jacob, taking in the quiet power exuding from his stance. In his arms, he cradled Mike, our son squirming happily against his father’s chest. Jacob seemed to follow my train of thought. His eyes found mine for a lingering moment as he bounced Mike gently. Jacob stepped forward, Mike cradled securely in the crook of his arm. A hush fell over the assembled warriors as he raised his free hand for silence. When he spoke, he carried clearly across the crowd. “Today we bask in the glory of a triumph that was dearly bought.” His expression was ceremonious. “We have shed blood and lost zero souls because of our Luna and Nadia, the white witch, in defense of our home.” “But because of your unflinching dedica
Around us, the sounds of war seemed to fade into insignificance. There was only my world shattered into fragments, and Mia’s loathsome presence desecrating my anguish. But I needed to pay attention to my mate, just as I gathered my strength my strength to pour life into Jacob’s wolf form, the cold muzzle of a gun pressed against my temple-Mia’s hand holding the weapon steady. “Drop the corpse and step away from it, dear sister,” she hissed venomously. My heart shattered once more, but I carefully laid Jacob's body back on the blood-soaked ground and stood. Tears streamed down my cheeks as I met Mia’s cruel gaze. “Why are you doing this?” I asked, feeling pissed and angry. “Haven’t you already accomplished ruining me in the past?” Mia threw back her head in a fit of wicked laughter. When her eyes bored into one of pure venom and hatred. “Me? Ruin you? She spat the words like tasting something foul. “You’re the one who ruined our entire family!” “You’re the reason father ran away
“Are you sure about this, Nadia?” I asked the white witch hesitantly. “Jacob was adamant I stay away from the war.” Nadia fixed me with her piercing gaze. “Your mate needs you, Claire. I would not go against his wishes if the situation were not dire.” My chest tightened with dread and concern for Jacob, but I was determined. He had forbidden me from joining the battle, convinced I would be safer here. Yet Nadia’s solemn words rang with the weight of truth. Taking a steadying breath, I met Nadia’s eyes squarely. “I’m ready then. More than ready to help my mate and pack win this war.” I flexed my fingers, calling on the magic thrumming through my veins. “But how will we reach the battlefield undetected?” A mysterious smile curved Nadia’s lips. “The same way I managed to slip Paige out of Damian’s grasp when she required my assistance in escaping.” If they were overwhelmed, my power could turn the tide. Nadia right-my place was by their side, consequences be damned. “Let’s go,” I sta
Alpha Jacob’s POV I stood resolute beside Alpha Peter as our pack gathered around us. The warriors were clad for battle. We would eradicate this threat once and for all. My jaw clenched grimly. I had no qualms about the violence to come-it was necessary to keep our loved ones safe. My thoughts stayed with Claire and our son. Thanks to the powerful shield Claire had erected, no non-pack members could enter our territory. It would protect them absolutely from being caught up in the impending war. I was determined that Claire would remain behind this shield, no matter how capable she was. I didn’t want her anywhere near the carnage to come. Though her power could likely end the conflict swiftly, the risk was too great. No, I would ensure Claire and our child remained untouched by the battle, safe within the pack. My wolf snarled at the thought of them being endangered. There was a change of plans, we would leave tonight, and it would take at least three days to reach our destination.
I watched from the sidelines, a sleeping Mike bundled against my chest, as Jacob and Alpha Peter went over strategies with the warriors for tomorrow’s battle. My heart clenched just thinking of my mate leading the pack into war for the first time. What if I lost him out there? The thought caused my breath to hitch. I pulled Mike closer, cradling my still-flat stomach with my free hand. Our twins were newly conceived, just starting to take shape inside me. What if I lost them too? He must have sensed my distress because Jacob looked up and met my worried gaze from across the field. Leaving the strategy session, he quickly crossed over to the field until he stood before me. His palm cupped my cheek. “I will return to you, my Luna,” he murmured intensely. His eyes flickered down to my abdomen before looking back at mine. “All of you. Have faith.” I managed a small nod, leaning into his touch. Though I trusted his strength, the fear still gnawed sharply with our growing family at sta
I took a deep, steadying breath as I watched Mike playing contentedly in the living area of our den, a small, fond smile tugged at the corners of my mouth as Mike let out a bright peal of laughter. “Mike? Can you come here for a moment, my sunshine? Mama has something important to share with you.” I patted the space next to me, unable to stop my smile from widening as Mike immediately snuggled against my side. I dropped a tender kiss on Mike’s forehead. He hummed contentedly at my touch, those striking emerald eyes watching me with rapt attention. “Did I do something Mumma?” he asked suddenly, small brow furrowing adorably. “No, my little star, you’re not in any trouble this time,” I assured him. With a smile, I cradled my son close and murmured, “How would you feel about becoming a big brother, my heart? Because very soon… you’re going to have a new baby sibling.” It took a heartbeat for Mike’s eyes to go wide in realization. Then, before I could even register his reaction furt