“The elders might use this against me if they ever find out,” Lawrence muttered, his voice low and filled with unease and tension.“Keeping the truth about my son’s condition hidden is a choice I must maintain. You never know who’s listening... or watching; we need to be really careful.”.As he spoke, the chilling thought of an elder's involvement in Camilla’s attack crept into his mind, leaving him feeling vulnerable and exposed.Luke nodded slowly, his eyes narrowing in thought. “Distrusting those who wield power over your life is a wise move, Lawrence. You never know who’s lurking in the shadows, waiting to strike.”Camilla, who had been quietly listening to the conversation, stepped forward. “Your insight and counsel have always been invaluable to us. Your help will never go unrewarded; the pack remains at your service anytime you require any kind of help.”But Lawrence’s friend, with a calm yet distant gaze, shook his head. “I don’t seek mortal rewards, Camilla. What I desire is
"What do you think?" Jane finally asked, breaking the heavy silence that Bella had created as she mulled over the suggestion. "There are many paths to ascend as Luna, but this... this is the most fitting, in my opinion."Bella remained silent, her mind racing through the implications. Finally, she leaned in, her voice barely above a whisper."How do we do it without leaving any trace that leads back to us?" she asked, her eyes darkening with determination. The gravity of Jane's proposal had sunk in, and now she was fully committed to every bit of it as it came.She moved closer to Jane, brushing back her hair that had fallen forward, tossing it behind her shoulders as she settled beside her on the couch.Jane’s lips curled into a knowing smile. She rose, walking over to the mirror, her back to Bella, as she gazed at her reflection. In a voice just above a whisper, she said, "Sometimes, to get what you want, you have to do things that most would consider cruel."Her reflection smirked
"I've made countless mistakes in my life, but this won't be one of them," Bella murmured, “not at all,” her voice cold and resolute as she addressed Jane in the dimly lit chamber.Jane remained silent, her eyes darting around the room as Bella continued. "He’s just a child, Jane. Eliminating him should be simple," Bella added, her gaze fixed on Jane, searching for any sign of agreement.Jane hesitated, her fingers fidgeting slightly. The tension in the room was palpable. She finally spoke, her voice barely above a whisper, "Do we really have to involve anyone else? The fewer people know, the safer we are. We can't afford another mistake like we made with Camilla."Bella turned to the large, ornate window, her eyes narrowing as she surveyed the scene outside. Despite Lawrence's orders to disperse, some pack members lingered, their shadows stretched long in the evening light. Bella’s eyes settled on her son, Frank, standing among them. A faint smile crossed her lips before her gaze shif
"If he doesn’t have any useful information, he won’t be leaving this tent with his head still on his neck," Luke declared, his voice as cold and unyielding as the steely gaze fixed on Lawrence.Lawrence met his stare with an equally resolute expression. "His fate is sealed, Luke. The only reason he's still breathing is because of the value he might possess." With that, Lawrence turned on his heel, heading towards the mansion, leaving Luke to march off in the opposite direction towards the elders.As Luke approached the gathered elders, the weight of his new responsibilities pressed heavily on his shoulders. Yet he stood tall, his voice cutting through the air like a blade. "I have little to say, but hear me well: return to your homes, hold your families close, for war is upon us."A murmur of agreement rippled through the crowd, growing into a unified roar as the elders and the others repeated in one voice, "War is coming!" They dispersed slowly, each pair of footsteps echoing the gri
“I hear you’ve got some important information for us,” Luke said, his voice smooth yet laced with an underlying threat. “Why don’t you share it with us now? My ears are starving for what you’ve got.” His eyes bore into the spy, who had barely clung to life after the brutal interrogation. Though it was obvious that he still needed some medical attention.Luke had made his way to the room where the man was being kept, his pace quick and purposeful. He had just returned from the wolf soldiers' training arena, his mind still sharp and restless from the drills. But this was his true mission. He needed to extract the information before anyone else, even before Lawrence. There was no way he was going to let the pack leader get ahead of him on this, he said to himself.The plan was simple. Get the information. End the man’s life. Luke had no intention of letting a potential enemy linger in the mansion any longer than necessary. As he approached the weakened spy, a cold resolve settled over
“Speak now or forever, hold your silence. But know this—whatever consequences your silence brings to you, you alone will bear them,” Luke warned, his voice calm but laced with a deadly promise.The man hesitated, his gaze flickering with fear and resignation. He knew the weight of his decision and the price of the secrets he harbored. Finally, with a heavy breath, he spoke, his voice trembling but determined.“Our pack isn’t planning to unleash all our foot soldiers at once. We’re ready to face you, but we have a different strategy,” he revealed, each word measured as if he were navigating a minefield.Despite the pain wracking his body, the man pushed himself up on the bed, wincing as he did so. Yet he forced the words out, determined to fulfill the promise he had made, even if it meant betraying his own people. At this point, his life was what he sought to protect.“The rest of our soldiers will encircle your pack when the fight begins. Once you’re engaged, we’ll close in from all s
With Bella trailing silently behind, George moved closer to the railings on the highest floor of the mansion, unaware of the deadly intentions brewing just steps away. The view from up there was mesmerizing; the entire grandeur of the mansion lay spread before him, an architectural masterpiece that could captivate anyone who laid eyes on it.As instructed by Bella, George leaned forward to grip the railing, eager to drink in the breathtaking panorama. His eyes traced the lines of the massive portrait of their first alpha, a symbol of power and legacy that dominated the mansion’s grand hall. The golden chandeliers bathed every corner in a soft, radiant glow, making the entire place seem like a dream.But Bella’s thoughts were far from the beauty surrounding them. Her eyes darted toward the railing, calculating the precise moment and position to act. Each step she took brought her closer to her goal. She could almost feel the cold metal under her palms as she imagined shoving him over,
"We all gather here today with tremendous responsibility toward this pack. Each of you stands ready and eager to shoulder this burden and to make your mark on history. This day will be remembered, my elders, as the day we gave everything for our pack." He paused, letting his gaze sweep across the faces of the elders, ensuring his words took root before continuing, "And today, I stand with you—the guardians of this pack in spirit and in light—those who have its best interests at heart. I stand with you all."The elders rose to their feet, their cheers filling the room as they echoed the Alpha's words. The roar of their voices was a testament to the power of his speech, a surge of motivation that electrified the air and the people in the room.Luke, who had stood earlier, watched the scene unfold. Satisfaction mingled with a pang of jealousy in his heart. The pack was ready, eager for war, just as he had hoped. Yet the inspiration had come from the Alpha, not him. Nonetheless, he was d