LUNADrake's victory in the duel was met with a wave of uncertainty from the other packs and celebration from his pack members. As his eyes searched the area for Amanda, they locked onto hers. An electric current seemed to pass between them at that moment, and Amanda felt her heart skip a beat. The intensity of Drake's gaze sent shivers down her spine, and she could sense the deep connection between them.However, as quickly as their eyes met, Drake averted his gaze, leaving Amanda feeling uncertain and confused. Doubts crept into her mind. Was it just her imagination? Did he truly feel the mate bond as strongly as she did, or was she reading too much into the situation?Amanda tried to push the thoughts aside, reminding herself of the complicated circumstances they found themselves in. Drake had won the duel and proven himself as a strong and capable alpha, but their journey was far from over. The future of their packs and their struggles loomed ahead.As soon as the elders declared
MARKING HIS MATEIt was time for the Luna mark as soon as the Luna ceremony ended. The luna mark was a bite mark given by a male mate to his female mate. It was usually done in private, but since Drake and Amanda were both Alphas of their respective parks, they were expected to do it in the presence of the council of elders and their subordinates. The mark from Alpha Drake would be the physical symbol of their bond, to be sealed upon Amanda's skin. Drake tilted Amanda’s head to the right, revealing her bare neck nape.A hush fell over the hall as everyone watched, their gazes fixed upon the two figures at the center of attention. The air grew heavy with anticipation; the energy emanating from them could be felt. Alpha Drake Marking his Luna Amanda would ensure that their souls are entwined for eternity.Drake drew closer, his hand gently cupping Amanda's cheek, his touch sending a shiver down her spine. Their eyes locked, conveying a depth of emotion that words alone could never capt
BECOMING A COUPLEAs the celebration continued, the atmosphere was filled with anticipation as each pack's Alpha approached the newly mated couple, Drake and Amanda, to offer their congratulations. One by one, they stepped forward, each carrying their own unique presence and energy.First to approach was Alpha Leo, a fierce and wise leader known for his unmatched agility and cunning. He offered a warm smile to Amanda and extended his hand to Drake. "Congratulations, Amanda, Drake. May your bond be as enduring as the starlit sky and bring strength to your pack."Next came Alpha Hiroshi, a seasoned warrior with a deep sense of honor and loyalty. He clasped Drake's shoulder and nodded respectfully to Amanda. "You've made quite an impression on us, Drake. I trust that you will protect Amanda with the same unwavering devotion you have shown to your pack."Alpha Kai, a spirited and independent leader, approached with a mischievous glint in his eyes. He playfully nudged Amanda's arm and grin
NOT JUST INTO YOUAmanda stepped away from Drake; she hated how he made her knees go weak whenever she was in his presence. She despised more the way he was sending mixed signals to her. Amanda was sure that Alpha Drake was her mate, her wolf was convinced of this, but he had vehemently rejected the idea of a mate bond, and worst, he did not believe in the goddess. Amanda wondered who she had offended in the past life that cursed her leading to her being mated to Alpha Drake. She wanted more clarification from Drake because even though she was his Luna, she was not convinced that he wanted her because of his aloofness toward her. As if reading her mind, Drake spoke, his words cutting deep and hurting her.His words hung in the air, shattering the fragile hope that had blossomed within her heart. She felt her chest tighten, the weight of his declaration pressing upon her. It was his truth-he said, something she hadn't anticipated.Amanda met Drake's gaze, her eyes searching for any hi
HONOURING THE GODDESSThe air was thick with anticipation as all the Eleven Alphas, leaders of the most powerful wolf territories, together with their subordinates and the council of elders gathered together in a vast clearing deep within the ancient forest. The Tharlegia Festival, a sacred event held once a year, was about to commence. It was a celebration that honored the Moon Goddess and marked the pinnacle of their creation, unity, and strength. The festival was the time the werewolves were graced with the unique presence of the goddess and could ask for her help in fertility, protection, and life. It was a festival every pack in the territory was expected to be a part of and had been celebrated for centuries. As they gathered around, the moon emerged, casting an ethereal glow upon the assembled wolves. The Alphas, except for Alpha Drake, each representing a unique region and possessing their own distinct aura, took their places in a circle, no one spoke as they all paid homage
AVOIDING HIMThe morning after the Tharlegia Festival, a sense of bewilderment hung in the air as the Alphas and members of their packs began to disperse and return to their respective territories. The departure of Alpha William and Dimitri without prior notice had caught everyone off guard, leaving them with unanswered questions and a feeling of unease. Alpha William was known to be vindictive and Dimitri was not someone to associate with, destruction was wherever he went.The sudden departure of both men while others slept caused a raucous and whispers spread among the remaining pack members as they prepared to depart. Everyone was worried that Amanda might be at the receiving end of the wrath of both men. However, There was nothing they could do about it at least for now. They all gathered their belongings, excited to be leaving for their individual pack and also sad that the festivals had ended. They exchanged farewells with Amanda and Caleb who was there to see them leave and bi
NON NEGOTIABLE“Fiesty, I see.” he mocked. “Try this next time and be prepared to lose your hands.” Amanda was, without a doubt, sure he meant every word he said. But she could not let him have the last word. “You think you have power over me? You must be out of your mind.”Alpha Drake had always had it easy with women, they usually dropped their common sense whenever they were around him, but Amanda was different; she never hesitated to speak her mind and was always in the mood for an argument. He should have known she was a feisty one and not a timid damsel in distress, and now he was stuck with her.He grabbed her by the chin, his eyes hovering over her lips; they were pink and succulent; he hesitated for a second before he kissed her. He was rough at first, his anger evident from the way he kissed; even as he wanted to stop, he could not. His lips caressed hers, and when Amanda tried to catch her breath, and her mouth parted, he slid his lips into hers. She tasted like blueberri
MAKING A DECISIONAmanda stormed out of the room, her emotions swirling within her. She needed guidance, someone who could help her make sense of the tumultuous situation. Without hesitation, she made her way to her father's chamber, he was the only one she knew who would show her the path to follow.Caleb, Amanda's father and retired Alpha of Bluemoon Pack, looked up from his desk as she entered. Concern etched his features as he took in the storm brewing within his daughter's eyes. He wondered if she had had a fight with his new son-in-law, who was proving to be a pain in the arse."What is the matter, Amanda?" Caleb asked, his voice filled with paternal concern. "You seem distressed."Amanda paced the room, her words tumbling out in a rush. "Father, Drake insists that I go with him to his pack," she began, her voice quivering with a mix of frustration and confusion. "He claims that as his Luna, I must be by his side to receive the blessings of the Moon Goddess."Caleb's brows furr
EPILOGUEDays had slowly turned into weeks, and Amanda had gradually reacquainted herself with the rhythms of pack life. She had taken the rabbit she had rescued as her pet, however, Amanda started to notice some subtle strange things about the rabbit. Its eyes displayed a curious intelligence and an almost knowing gaze. But what truly startled her was when she heard the rabbit speak. For a moment, Amanda doubted her ears, wondering if her mind was playing tricks on her. The rabbit's speech seemed implausible, a fragment of her dreams seeping into reality. Yet, the undeniable truth remained that the rabbit had spoken to her.As days passed, Amanda couldn't shake the feeling that the rabbit was trying to convey something important. She had repeated dreams about the rabbit, and each time there was a plea for help. Intrigued, yet doubtful, Amanda couldn't keep these strange occurrences to herself. She knew she had to share it with Drake. And so, she confided in him about the talking rab
A sense of foreboding washed over Amanda as she emerged from the portal back into the heart of the Shadow Pack territory. But something was amiss. Her keen eyes, sharpened by her experiences, quickly noticed the signs. The pack grounds bore traces of recent turmoil. She saw scorch marks on the ground, snapped branches, and displaced soil - clear indicators of a struggle.Her heart raced as she ventured deeper into the territory. Anxiety knotted in her chest, and her thoughts spiraled into a whirlwind of confusion. Had the battle with Dimitri's forces reached their home during her absence? The mere thought sent a shiver down her spineAs she continued forward, the extent of the damage became clearer. Buildings bore the marks of fire and claws, yet strangely, the destruction seemed minimal. Amanda couldn't shake the feeling that something extraordinary had occurred in her absence. The damage, rather than a sign of defeat, hinted at a victorious transformation.She moved through the terr
As Amanda and Drake were preparing to leave the sorcerer's home, he stopped them abruptly and gently placed a hand on Amanda's stomach. In a calm but knowing tone, he shared that he could sense the presence of another wolf around her. This revelation immediately sent waves of concern through Amanda and Drake.Seeing their worry, the sorcerer hastened to reassure them, explaining there was no need to be afraid. The reason for Amanda's scent was not an intruder or a threat; it was because she was pregnant. For a brief moment, joy and happiness filled the room as the significance of this news settled in.However, their elation was soon tempered by their mission's weight and the dangers ahead. Drake, deeply concerned for Amanda's safety, made it clear that he couldn't allow her to proceed with the dangerous task that awaited them.The sorcerer acknowledged Drake's fears about Amanda embarking on this perilous journey, especially now that she was pregnant. He emphasized that it wouldn't be
Amanda had a dream where everything appeared magical and surreal. She wandered through a strange land where the moonlight illuminated everything, making it appear mysterious and beautiful. While exploring, she encountered a celestial being - the Moon Goddess, who was radiant and ethereal. Amanda was filled with awe and trepidation as she knelt before this divine presence, her voice trembling with emotion."Mother Goddess," Amanda began, her words echoing through the dreamlike expanse, "I'm asking you with all my heart to listen to me. Our wolf kingdom is in a terrible state. There's a war caused by a very mean wolf named Dimitri. Our lands are hurt, and our hearts are full of sadness."Amanda's voice was heavy with emotion as she pleaded, "We long for healing and peace to return to our lands. Our love for the kingdom surpasses the darkness that has befallen us. Please assist us in finding our way back to the harmony we once knew.”The Moon Goddess extended a hand, delicate and yet im
MY LUNA “Because of your father and his wife, and I am convinced that Cassandra was involved too, we stayed apart. I craved for you, My wolf went ballistic because of your rejection and I nearly caused unrepairable damage to my reputation and to the entire pack because of the vengeance in me. Today Jane, I promise to revenge for all the pain and atrocities your family has committed against you, and against us.” Alpha William said as he stormed Jane’s home, with Jane following closely behind. She feared he would do something drastic and might kill them all as she had never seen him so angry. As they approached her home and as soon as Cassandra saw Alpha William, she thought perhaps he had come to apologize and to ask her to become his luna. She ran to him but was disappointed when he shoved her aside totally ignoring her. He had one purpose, and it was to confront Jane's father, Dave. He found Dave in the corner of the room, a mix of surprise and apprehension on his face as the impos
WHAT THE HEART WANTSThe mating ceremony of Alpha Derek and Jane was in full swing. The arrangement and planning of the event had been orchestrated meticulously, with Cassandra and Evangeline taking the lead. They both seemed elated to see Jane being married off to Alpha Derek, the union was expected to help Cassandra get back to Alpha William.However, Jane's demeanor stood in stark contrast to that of her stepmother and her niece Cassandra. She wore a forced smile, her eyes betraying her lack of enthusiasm. While her family reveled in the joyful occasion, Jane's heart felt heavy, she could not shake off the feeling of doom that lingered in her heartAlpha Derek, only seemed interested in flirting with everyone both male and female, especially Jane. When he leaned in close, attempting to steal a kiss, but Jane turned her head away, rejecting his kiss. Her discomfort was evident, but Alpha Derek's persistence knew no bounds. He gripped her face firmly and kissed her forcefully taking
PLEASE DON'T DO THIS FATHERFollowing the breaking off of the engagement between Alpha William and Cassandra, Cassandra's emotions were a tempestuous whirlwind. She and her aunt were both angry and shocked at the turn of events and they both accused Jane of having a hand in it. even though Jane denied it they still held on to their belief claiming that Jane wanted Alpha William to herself.Cassandra's room had turned into her place of refuge, she refused to come out and stayed in her room crying, however, whatever she was going through did not stop her from using her makeup or making her hair because she still believed that alpha William might regret hurting her and come back to her so she had to keep up her good looks. "This is because of her! If Jane hadn't interfered, I would have been the Luna of Alpha William already!" She screamed as she walked back and forth, unable to stay still, her anger was clear in the way she paced her room and how she moved her hands in frustration.As
ON THE MISSIONAs the meeting drew to a close, the squad members dispersed, their paths diverging with a shared understanding of the grave mission before them. Each had a fierce determination kindling within them to safeguard their packs from the looming peril. Though anxiety and resolve intertwined within them, they stood united, bracing themselves for the enigmatic journey that lay ahead, even if it promised danger and the shadow of uncertainty.Alpha Drake's steady gaze held their attention. "Remember, we are the guardians of our packs. This mission is not just for us; it's for the safety and future of everyone we hold dear," he stated, his words like an oath etching their souls.A chorus of agreement echoed through the room. Maya, a fierce warrior stepped forward. "Alpha Drake, we pledge our unwavering allegiance. We stand united, and resolute in the face of whatever challenges may arise. Our packs will be protected."The sentiment was shared by others as well. "Our loyalty is to
The atmosphere was tense as Alpha Drake waited for Alpha Marcus to arrive. The plans had been carefully organized and the communication had been quick and positive. However, as time passed without any word from Marcus, Drake began to feel uneasy. The absence of response to his calls and messages only added to his worries.Alpha Drake and Amanda were in his bedroom together. Alpha Drake had begged Amanda to return to the room and forgive him for all the times he had wronged her. Amanda gladly accepted his apology. They were like two peas in a pod and never wanted to leave each other's side.The dim light reflected on the walls and created a peaceful atmosphere. They sat next to each other, finding solace in their closeness amidst Drake's worries. The room felt like a safe haven, providing a break from the troubles of their pack. Drake's expression was serious, his forehead furrowed with concern. As they sat together, a feeling of togetherness enveloped them like a cozy blanket. They re