Lucas’s POVGoth," Agatha's voice calls him "Show your young friend here how powerful you can be."He hesitates for just a moment - so brief that only someone who knows him well would notice. His fingers flex once, twice, even three. I know him, he doesn't want to do it. From everything happening, I know that Agatha must have threatened his family too, so I don't blame him.“Clear up,” Agatha gives a command for me to be stripped shirtless before other guards step away for Goth to deal with me"Now." Agatha commands GothI hear a sound on my back, a loud sound I can feel and I groan. Goth knows where to strike - he has watched me fight enough to know my weak spots and I know he wants to weaken me fast so Agatha would instruct him to leave meI taste blood but don't make loud sounds- I can never scream for pain. Alpha Harry sits in his chair with an unreadable face- I can't tell if he likes or hates this. I just see him watching as one of his best fighters beats his own packmate.
"I want to accept it so badly. To let her take away the pain, to let her touch me so I can feel our energy one last time. But is it worth it? Agatha's warning signs in my ears like a bad omen. At that moment, Goth walks in with a slightly bent head, he avoids my gaze because of what Agatha had made him do. Of all the guards who hit me, Agatha had made him hit me the most. I hold no grudge against him yet- well until I understand what the stakes were for him to betray me like that. Was it money offered or threats made to him? From the looks of the things in the hall, it is the laterIn the night, they come for me again. This time, they brought videos of my mother's torture- they hold her hostage since they captured her. The message is clear- reject Alora, or watch everyone I love suffer.The next morning, I do the unthinkable."We need to talk," I tell Alora- I make my voice sound cold and strange. We stand in the empty corridor before the first period, my heart breaking with every
Now I am watching Daren almost find Alora and if he is as good as he claims to be, Alora is in trouble because he would be able to sense hiding magic in the area. Alora would not be able to leave because Daren would stay there until she comes out. I want to relocate the house, but the house can only be relocated when I- the key holder and the descendant of the builder is in itThis makes me remember how during the war, we were stuck in the house for over a month because the soldier sensed hiding magic. Dad had not given anyone the power to relocate yet. So the soldiers stayed outside for more than one month waiting for us to come out from wherever we were hiding. Food and basic needs were not a problem because the house provided for us. But staying indoors for over a month was mentally stressful. Dad on the other hand kept watching us, until one day he decided to distract the soldiers. He kept trying for days until one day he succeeded. Immediately he got in, we relocated to another
Darren notices what I am trying to do. "Don't even think about it," he growls and so I don't move.“How come you watch seven alpha's die? I heard they died so young in war and you didn't even try to save them?”"Are you stupid?" I am getting the exact reaction I want to get from Darren- he is as angry as I want him to. "You're barely old enough to remember the last war, and you think you can speak to me about sacrifice and leadership!? Do you know what I had to sacrifice!?”I force a smirk even though I am calculating the places and corners to run and escape with. I also calculate how fast I can open the door, enter inside and relocate even though I know that after relocating I will be a rogue wolf forever because I will obviously be an enemy of the pack for going directly against the Alpha's orders and housing a wanted pack traitor, Alora- that is what the pack calls her now. I look at Darren and I like the way he is heaving in anger. "Seven Alphas died under your watch. That's not
The taste of blood? Oh please, I am used to it by now. Darren's men still hold me down against the forest floor. Blood and dirt mixed in my mouth, but that doesn't even bother me one bit. My attention is fixed on Luna Agatha as she approaches the invisible barrier where the cabin stands. Her black dress seems to make her more evil, and I fight back a shudder as she reaches out to touch the protection spells."Such clever magic," she murmurs, her fingers almost going through the air where the barrier shines faintly. "An old protection spell. Your father taught you well, Lucas. But not well enough. Or perhaps you are not worthy enough"My heart stops as she nods toward the black Mercedes. They open the car boot and I watch in horror as two guards drag Emma out. My sister's face is tear-stained and she is scared – she looks so much like our father that my chest aches because I cannot protect her now. I hate the Luna!"No!" I struggle harder against the hands holding me down. "She has no
The moment Agatha's ultimatum pierces my ears, I know I have to find a way out. My sister Emma's terrified eyes doesn't leave me even as they drag her back into the car. Her silent plea for rescue is louder than even if she screams- I would have preferred she screams rather than remain quiet and give me those eyes that make guilt gnaw at me. Agatha's cruel grip on my family has always been suffocating, but now she has crossed a line that I am willing to fight against. I need to be a man and do what is right.As soon as the dizziness passes, I'm moving. One moment, I want to help Alora, the next I'll do anything to save my family. The shock of the blow quickly transforms into determination. I can hear Alora's footsteps as she escapes. I know what's at stake- it is either her or EmmaI am reminded about Agatha’s threat to Emma. One mistake, and my sister pays the price. I am so confused right now. I feel so much like a loser. I cannot protect my family and I cannot protect the one I cla
"Why should I believe you?" She finally says, her voice trembling slightly. "You handed me over to them before! You are confusing me! Are you for me or against me!”“Alora! This is not the time! I will explain later!” I put out my hands in an extension to her, but she doesn't take them- instead she takes a few steps back, she is scared of me now and it stings at my heart"I'm trying to help you now," I say, my voice low and urgent.“I don't need your help!” she almost screams, but she immediately remembers where we are“Please…” I plead silently but urgently. I reach out, my hand almost touching her arm, but she raises the stick up as if to show that he would attack me. "Trust me, just this once."Her eyes soften, then it hardens, then softens again. She opens her mouth as if to speak, closes it, opens it again. I can see that she is having an internal conflict- asking herself if she should trust me. She takes half a step toward me, stops, retreats. The bends -lowers an inch, then ris
At first, Alora bursts out of the car running Stop her!" Agatha's commands. Two of Darren's men lunge for her, but she is a bit fast dodging them severally when they try to catch her. For a moment, I think she might make it. Then three more guards appeared before she knows it, she is caught. "No!" she screams as they drag her. "Let me go!" she struggles. Then seeing that her struggles are futile, she understand the severity situation and she begins begging "Please," Alora whimpers as they drag her. "Please don't do this." Her voice is getting smaller and smaller. She keeps looking at me with tears in her face “Lucas, please..." she begs anything and anyone I turn away. I couldn't bear to see her like this- plus I also have my own problem- I don't know what Agatha is planning to do to me and my family ran. "Bring her here," Agatha commanded, pointing at the spot in front of her. "And this time, make sure she can't run." They dragged her back, her feet leaving trails in t
Alonso’s POVI follow Leo to the secure room deep beneath the castle. This is where I spend every full moon, locked away from everyone for their safety. The full moon possesses my beast, and we can’t let evil happenThe room door is blocked with steel and silver. Chains hang from the walls, attached to my limbs and body to hold against supernatural strength."Are you ready?" Leo asks as he helps me secure the chains around my wrists and ankles.“Yes,”I reply grimly.“Stop this!” my beast suddenly roars inside my head. “Something is different tonight! Don't chain us! I promise not to go feral!”I ignore him. My beast always fights the restraints and at points like this, he becomes very manipulative. On the full moon, my beast becomes a monster. This is the curse I have to bear- alongside this terminal sickness has been eating me up. I don’t even know the name, and it doesn’t show yet. But only I know how I feel. If Elena is the white wolf, at least I should feel better, but I am worse
Alonso’s POV“Marrying who!? What the hell?” I stutter. "What are you suggesting?" I ask, even though I suspect what he might say"You will marry both women," Fergus announces. "Alora will remain your wife, but Elena will be declared your first wife, as she is the wife of prophecy."“Why, I married Alora first!”“We shall follow the prophecy or risk the wipe out of the lycans! You are lucky the goddess is not asking you to disengage yourself from the wolf you married without the consent of any elder!”This makes no sense! I open my mouth to speak, but Leo steps close and whispers, "Hold your horses, Alonso. Think before you speak. The kingdom needs this. You don’t even know this Alora girl from anywhere”I look at Alora, feeling a pang of guilt. I married her first so why is she pushed to the position of second wife? But doesn't seem upset or even interested in the conversation. Instead, I see her smiling and playing with a group of pups around her feet. She is making funny faces at
Alonso’s POVThe gates are thrown wide open. What the hell!? Do they not know that this is careless? Enemies can attack! Where is Leo!? Why did he let all of these happen?I take a paise and I look around. Everywhere is decorated with white flowers and ribbons. Guards are not even standing in proper attention- their faces are tainted with smiles. This is jo pose for a guar"Your Majesty!" one guard calls out as he sees me. "Ah! Thanks be to the goddess that you have returned! We have a celebrationq!""What celebration?" I demand, trying not to lose my coolThe guard looks surprised. "The white wolf has come, Your Majesty! The prophecy is fulfilled! We are no longer a cursed kingdom!”I nearly drop Alora in shock. "What did you say?""The white wolf," he repeats. "She arrived yesterday. She has proven to be authentic. The entire kingdom is celebrating!"My mind tumbles. This is impossible. The prophecy clearly states that I must find the white wolf. She doesn't come to me - I go to her
Alonso’s POVI carry Alora in my arms as we leave the Midnight Pack. Her weight is nothing to me. My wolf is strong, and she is small - too small for a wolf her age. I think she is disliked because of how they have been treating her all these years. I cannot even start to imagine the kind of painful audit she has been through in this packShe does not speak much as I run through the forest. The drugs they gave her for the heat are still affecting her, making her drowsy. She just trust me completely- latching onto me as if I am her only hope"How long before we reach your kingdom?" she asks in a small voice."A few hours," I reply straightforwardly. I don’t want to engage in any type of conversation that would bring up feelings. This is a business arrangement, nothing more. I married her to save her from that wretched pack and their abusive Luna. In return, she will be my queen - pretend to be the white wolf so that the elders will stop pressuring me to find a mate, and I can focus on
Alora’s POVLucas has been the one to suggest that Alpha Leo consummate the marriage immediately. He has betrayed me completely, selling me out for wealth and status that my mother and sister lures him with"You were the one who told Alpha Leo to take me by force," I say. "You pretended to be my friend all these years, and then you sold me for what? Money?"Now that King Alonso has come to save me, perhaps I should just see my mind. What can they do to me?Lucas explains coldly. "I am mated to Leah, I could be somebody. With you, it just suffering ""You are pathetic," I spit. "You traded my life for your wealth.""It isn't personal," Lucas shrugs. "Emma money for schooling . And Leah... well, she's not damaged like you are."His words cut deep. He has become a coldhearted beast all because of money. I am beyond caring now. I have one more thing to do before I leave this cursed place forever."Take me to my father," I say to Alonso. "Please. Just for a moment."“Okay,” he says, carry
Lucas’ POVLeo's turns into a wild, wide grin. "I like this suggestion. Very much,” he says. “ What is your name again?”“Lucas,” I reply acting like I am very into this shit“ Lucas, I like you very much- you seem to have studied me so much. I will reward you someday.” Leo grins more"Lucas?"Alora's voice, weak but suddenly clear, cries in the air. The drugs must be wearing off just enough for her to understand what is happening. I force myself to look at her finally, keeping my face without any expression on it."Lucas, please," she whispers, tears forming in her eyes. "You promised. You promised you would help me.""I don't know what you are talking about," I say coldly. Even though I cannot bear it I force myself to be rude to her"You promised!" Her voice rises slightly. "You said you would come back for me! That you wouldn't let them do this to me! What happens now? What happened to the promises you made to me?”"Control your bride, Alpha," Agatha says smoothly from her seat o
Lucas’s POVLeah leans in, her lips brushing against my ear and I just feel like pulling at her lips and slapping them back in. "I always get what I want, Lucas. Always."My wolf growls deep inside me. My wolf is more than angry now, but what can he do? "She is just like her mother. Evil to the core,” he saysI silence him again as trumpets suddenly blow loud in the air, announcing the arrival of Alpha Leo and his entourage. The pack members immediately drop to their knees to show the arrestment,. I follow suit, head bowed, though I can't help but peek up.Alpha Leo's entrance is as usual, but this is the first time I am very close. He is massive, not just in his alpha presence but physically he is as enormous as a whale. A whale is even an understatement. His body has clearly gone beyond what a normal looking wolf shou look like- especially one who is an alpha. His Fat pushes at his groom’s belt, straining the belt and the fabric of his clothes. I wonder to myself if his tailor did
Lucas’s POVToday is the day everyone has been waiting for. Alora is one girl in this pack that nobody wants to be like. Some people are sad for her, some are indifferent and some just want to watch the drama. This time around, the doors to the throne room would be opened up to all the pack members. I am sure that a whole lot of pack members would attend- because Alora’s heat affected all the males in the pack and the news of her wedding to the gruesome alpha is everywhere now. As I dress up, I can hear the bustle outside and it makes me more tenseI head down stairs where the pack servants are arranging flowers and setting up tables for the feast. Leah spots me and comes running over, throwing her arms around my neck."Lucas!” she pecks me repeatedly on my cheeks. “Oh my Lucas! Is it not wonderful? soo, Alora will be properly mated, and the pack will be secure. You will be my husband very soon too" Her eyes shine with happiness."Yes," I force myself to say. "Wonderful.""Mother told
Lucas’s POVSometimes my mother labours just to put food on our table and to make matters worse, I am not even there to help her. She has told me several times to abandon Alora, but I have always stood for Alora while my family suffers. Should I abandon my family for a girl? If my mother were here right now, what would she have told me to do? She would have told me to take the money of course“Do not do this, my wolf howls. “Please, please…”“When has being good ever gotten us anything but more suffering?” I ask him to see if he can reason with me“Lucas…” my wolf has no answer other than to advise me stupidly. That is whatbhe always does- he pushes me to danger while just remains in there“Are you accepting my offer or not!” Agatha’s patience os already wearing thin"Yes," I hear myself say with no doubt in it. "I will do it."Agatha's smile widens. "Excellent choice, Lucas."“TRAITOR!” my wolf roars inside my head, making me wince. He is trashing now"Is something wrong?" Agatha ask