Jennifer’s voice quivered as she stammered, “W-What? C-Cage?” Regret gnawed at her for not seeking his opinion before granting Scarlett permission.“But what if they manage to escape somehow?” Her regret gnawed at her as she pondered the consequences of her oversight.“Do you take leading the Blood Stone pack lightly? No one can leave my pack without my consent,” he asserted firmly, Jennifer growing increasingly apprehensive. Yet she believed Scarlett was just a young girl and meant no harm. “You’re Luna, so you have the power too. But don’t try to use it, because you’re new here. There are so many secrets hidden in the ground of the Blood Stone. You better not unearth them.” he advised, his words draped in a mix of caution and mystery. Jennifer placed her fingers on her forehead, her eyes tightly shut.He moved closer, sitting beside her. His presence was felt keenly, yet she dared not meet his gaze. Dread washed over her for her impulsive decision – she inadvertently gave him more
Jennifer’s brows furrowed in confusion, prompting her immediate question, “Why?”A glare from him met her inquiry. “Why are you questioning me?”“N-No. I’m just curious,” she stuttered, her curiosity piqued.He rose from his seat, leaving behind an empty plate - his meal had been devoured.“Always remember that,” he began, a warning tone in his voice, “Curiosity killed the cat.”Nervously, she swallowed and nodded, feeling as if he indirectly harbored some disdain for her, making her feel like the cursed wolf.As night descended, conversations buzzed about the upcoming pack party. All Alphas were expected, except Alpha Nathan, who Raymond had intentionally excluded.Jennifer sensed the tension radiating from Alpha Mark and Sandra; their downcast expressions expressed their disappointment over the lack of positive news about the pregnancy. It was a bitter reality they all had to face.“Any plans for the menu?” Jennifer asked, delving into the culinary aspects and decoration plans.Havi
Rising from her seated position, she stood and questioned, “What exactly are you saying, Master?”Meeting his gaze, he nodded, his expression serious. “You have to leave her behind.”“How can I? I can’t do that. I am a werewolf. I can’t live without my wolf. I can’t kill my wolf.”Standing up, he attempted to clarify, “You’re not killing your wolf. You’re just going to shut her inside.”“I have already shut her inside.”“No, that’s not what I mean. You’re caging her while you can choose to shift or not. But I will bind her to the cage within. Once that’s done, you won’t be able to shift, no matter how hard you try.”“W-Why?”“Because your body won’t be able to sense your wolf. The connection will be severed. I can’t let your wolf experience that.”“Will my wolf find peace?”“No, but I’m not sure how long you can keep her contained. She’s a cursed wolf. She’ll become wild once released.”Jennifer wrestled with uncertainty regarding her decision. Hendrick’s explanation cut through her d
With a bitter smile, Jennifer said, “I want this darkness to embrace me. Why am I feeling so empty? It’s driving me insane.”Hendrick, an old yet strong wizard with years of experience, reassured her, “It will take some time for you to get used to it.” He extended a helping hand and guided her to her feet before striding toward the house.A mere ten minutes later, they stood before the house’s entrance. Oddly, Jennifer felt nothing—no pain, no anguish, just a strange detachment.“You can rest in Sivia’s room. There’s no one at home today,” Hendrick offered.“Thanks, Master. But I must go back now,” Jennifer replied.Hendrick nodded understandingly, advising, “Always try to control your emotions. Remember, blind trust can make you lose everything.”However, those words came too late for her; she was already on her way to the car. As soon as the driver spotted her entering, he turned the ignition key.Jennifer finally allowed her emotions to surface inside the car, letting her tears flo
With a confident nod, she assured, “Alpha, you can count on me – no slip-ups.”“Good.” He stood up, placing the first aid box on the coffee table before the couch. Heading to his bed, he switched off the light, indirectly signaling her to sleep.She gazed at him for a while, then proceeded to the bathroom to change into her nightgown. While changing, she glanced in the mirror, attempting to see her back. The sight that met her eyes was unbelievable. A black birthmark had been present on her lower back since birth, but it had vanished.An astonished whisper escaped her lips, “It’s really gone.” Tears welled up but were quickly brushed away with a triumphant smile. “No more ‘cursed wolf,’ no more mark to hide.”She repeated these affirmations as a few flashbacks resurfaced in her mind.“Kill her; she is cursed.”“Look at her torn clothes. No, look at her birthmark. She’s ugly.”“A black mark, the cursed mark!”She softly chanted, warding them off, her hands over her ears, “Stop it.”Th
With deliberate slowness, he raised the chain, each link ascending gracefully. Stepping back, a playful smile tugged at his lips as he spoke.“Be a good Luna, and don’t create any scenes.”She swept her hair aside, exposing her neck, and nodded.“Yes, Alpha.”He sauntered off toward the bathroom for a quick change while she seized the opportunity to gather the masks. The occasion was a masquerade-themed extravaganza, Raymond’s chosen concept. Her fingers danced across the masks’ surfaces, each telling a tale of elegance and charisma. The first mask, resplendent in gold and adorned with rubies, caught her eye. A fleeting glance at her attire reassured her that it harmonized seamlessly with her crimson dress.Next in line was a sleek black mask, its glossy velvet covering exuding an air of mystery.“Absolutely perfect for him,” she murmured approvingly.The door creaked, capturing her attention. Raymond emerged from the bathroom, clad in a suave black tuxedo.‘What a good-looking man,’
Upon hearing the name of his pack, Jennifer couldn’t help but furrow her brow. ‘Shadow Moon Pack? The second largest pack in the states?’ The memory of her conversation with Delta Brian resurfaced in her mind. With a composed demeanor, she greeted the man before her, “Hello, Alpha Keith,” and then discreetly averted her gaze. Taking a few sips from her drink, she casually scanned the room, her attention finally landing on Raymond, who was engrossed in conversation with several men.“Ah, I see you’ve heard about my pack,” Alpha Keith responded with a gentle smile.“Since you’ve been observing me, you probably know who I am...” Jennifer paused, turning her head to meet Keith’s eyes before continuing, “I am Alpha Raymond’s Luna, Jennifer Scott.”From the visible portion of his face, she could tell that he was quite handsome, even though the mask concealed part of his features due to the structure of his face. With a nod, he acknowledged her before redirecting his attention to the others
A resonating growl erupted within the ballroom, sending shockwaves through everyone present. The sheer force of it trembled in their bones, unsettling even the strongest among them.Moments earlier, they had been observing the scene from a distance. A woman sprinted toward Alpha Raymond, unmistakable because he was the sole occupant in a wheelchair at the gathering. She was struck down as she raced forward.At that moment, the attacker aimed to fire another shot, but another man swiftly struck him in the forehead before he could pull the trigger. This man had been standing with the pack fighters of the Blood Stone pack from the very beginning.After killing the attacker, he removed his mask and advanced toward him with a menacing growl, revealing his face to everyone in attendance.“Alpha Raymond?”Everyone was shocked that he was completely fine. His countenance bore an intense fury as though he intended to kill every soul in the room. His dark aura filled the entire room, and they t