Kyra's pov
I wished I was dead. It would have been better to be dead than to be ridiculed by almost the entire pack. My eyes flicked open and I found myseld back in my room. Tears stream down my face again as I tried to stand up. My head, it hurts as I winced in pain. But then I stopped bothering about that. My wolf, I could not hear it voice again. It can't be? " Did I just become wolfless? Oh god!" I said in pain. My mother woke up from her sleep. It was obvious she had been by my bed side all day long. I could see her gaze bore into me. She slowly got up and hugged me. " I am sorry, Kyra." She said with a sad voice. I tried to be brave, not to cry but then I could not hold it anymore. I burst into tears as she patted me on the back. " Do you want us to leave?" my mother looked into my eyes. "You know, we can go anywhere. Just tell me the pack of your chosen." " No, mother. I can't ask you to leave the pack you have know all your life. Were are we going to go?" I said in pains. The both of us cried again. My thoughts shifted back to how Davis has rejeted me right Infront of the whole pack. The shame was going to be unbearable but I can't ask my mother to leave just because of me. " We are staying mother." I said firmly cleaning my eyes. " What are you planning, Kyra? Just let her have him." my mother looked at me. " How did you find me? I could have sworn someone held me from falling down before I passed out." " I saw you on the floor, honey. No one was with you." My mother replied. " I saw those blue eyes. He was..." " He was what? Don tell me you are now fantazing about another boy after Davis broke your heart?" My mother said in anger. "No, Mother. " I said and stopped. " Well, if we are staying here the you need to show them you are stronger than what the think." " How?" I stared into my mother's eyes. " Why don't you come work with me?" " What? Work in the palace? Where I would see Davis all day?" I looked at her and I don't know what to say. " Honey, that would make you stronger and forget all about him.The more you seee him the more it helps you get over him." " I will think about it." I said slowly as I cuddle back to bed. My mother looked at me and kissed me on the forehead. " You are going to be fine little pumpkin. I am off to work." I watched as she got up and closed the door behind me. I tried to shut my eyes but I could not. I then decided to take a stroll round the kingdom. Maybe that would give me some peace of mind. I grabbed my hoodie and walked out of the house but I haven't taken more than a few steps when I began to hear words about the last night incident. " Did you hear about the wolfless girl now?" " Are you saying she will have to wait for all eternity?" " I can't believe she is without any wolf. it's a matter of time before she is outcast." " I heard, Davis rejected the mate bond. He chose Jessica." " I don't blame him, Who will chose a weak mate over power?" " We all know the Williams are powerful and can solidify the throne by getting married to Davis. Who is she to compete with her." " A low life. That is what she is." The words made me stoped abruptly. I was about walking back home when I collided with him again. My heart beat stoped, I could recognise his scent but I shouldn't. " Sorry," He said slowly helping me off as the hoodie on my head dropped. " Isn't that, Kyra?" " You mean the ridiculed girl?" " What is she doing here?" " Trying to run away?" I got to my feet and ran as fast as my legs could carry me. I could hear their laughter and jest. I rushed into the small cottage my mother own and slammed the door behind me Maybe I was not ready to face the harsh reality that I was now wolfless. But then, it didn't feel the same with him. It feels different. I could feel his wolf. Who is he? I walked back to my bed to sleep, awaiting the return of my mother. I knew she was going to ask me to follow her to the palace the next day. I decided to go, i knew doing something will actually take mind off things. I sigh as I slowly drifted into a long sleep. I hit my hands on the table beside me and I woke up. I yawned lazily and saw everywhere was dark. I looked at the time and I saw it was late. " Mother should be back by now." I said slowly getting out of bed. I grabbed my hoodie once more and walked out of the room. I knew it as difficult but I had no choice. I decided to walk to the palace. As I walked to the palace, the cool night air hit me, and I wrapped my hoodie tighter around me. The streets were empty, and the only sound was the crunch of gravel beneath my feet. I walked quickly, my heart beating faster with every step. As I approached the palace, I saw that it was lit up, and I could hear the sound of voices and laughter coming from inside. I took a deep breath and pushed open the door, stepping inside. The palace was grand, with high ceilings and marble floors. I looked around, trying to get my bearings. I spotted a group of guards standing by the door, and I walked over to them. "Excuse me," I said, trying to sound confident. "I'm looking for my mother. She works here, and I was supposed to meet her." One of the guards looked at me, his expression skeptical. "What's your mother's name?" he asked. "Her name is... um... " I hesitated, isn't she suppose to be known by all the guards?" I asked myself." Where are you taking me?" I looked at the guard walking in front of me. " Can you keep quiet? They shouldn't even know you are here." he scolded me. " what are you taking about? Why? My mother works here. She is the matron and I wonder how you do know who she is." I replied sharply forgetting my problems. " Do you want to see her or not?" The guard stopped and looked at me. " I would love to see my mother but why do you have to sneak me in to see her?" I looked around the palace and I noticed the atmosphere was tensed. The guards were all mounting their position with a fearsome look on their faces. " What is going on?" I silently asked the guard " You should have asked me that before you keep asking me where your mother is. I am doing this because Selene was a good woman to me." "Who are you?" I looked at him from behind. "Girl? Isn't it obvious? I am a guard. Keep up." I followed silently behind him as we snuck through the back. I wanted to ask him why we ne
Kyra's Pov I woke up staring around the room. One minute I was walking toward Davis room and the next minutes I was back in this room. It was awfully dark and it felt like I was kidnapped. I shrugged out of the bed feeling weak. My day had not been going on well, coupled with the fact that my mother was now convicted for murder. I need to think of a way out of this mess. I need to save her, she is the only one I have got. The thought of what was going to happen to me if she was killed gnawed at me. I fell down again feeling weak, my body system was shutting down but then I felt my wolf come alive. " What's going on? Why are we weak?" My wolf cried out " Do you think I don't want to find out why? I am feeling weak also." I replied with teary eyes. I need to go out, I need to see my mother but the weakness I was feeling was much. I looked at the door and noticed it was unlocked. That means I wasn't a prisoner. I could go out of the room if I wanted too. My legs which we
Kyra's Pov My heart beat faster as the door creaked open. I could see how meticulous the man that had the door opened was. I jumped him immediately and fled into the thick darkness not sure of where to run too. My wolf felt free, while I felt free. She was probably enjoying the freedom of being free to roam around into the moonlight. My feet hurt from a sharp pinch at the sole of my feet. I stopped abruptly. My breathing was ragged, I looked back to make sure I wasn't followed. " Ouch!" I said painfully as I removed the pointed sharp stick that had entered the sole of my feet. Blood flowed freely from the cut while I tried to take some rest. I need to head back towards the palace. I needed to see my mother but how? I was sure the palace would be swarmed with men who would be watching over my mother day and night. I would have to free her and run but who was going to harbour fugitives. Everyone knows who I was in the pack, habouring us was going to be difficult
Kyra's pov I knew that shouting for help was nothing. I was. still a virgin and the thought of my virginity being taken by a rogue, a nobody scared me. " Are you just going to lie there and do nothing?" My inner wolf said with anger. But what can I do? The man standing in front of me was twice or should I say thrice my size. But then we were on a cliff. If only I could summon my courage and push him. But then I looked at him and he was done with unclothing himself. Coming towards me, I felt my wolf take charge of my body. This should not be happening but it does. I rushed towards him and it was exactly as I thought, the guard gave me a punch to my face breaking my nose. I yelled in pain as I staggered backwards towards the end of the cliff. I could feel the wind blowing hard at my face as I tried to balance myself from falling. I looked at him and I saw the way he chuckled. " If I am not going to have you then no one will." he said with vermin" You shouldn't have!" I shouted
Kyra's pov I hurriedly walked into the night in search of a cloth. A part of me felt happy, it was the first time I had wolfed out. That feeling of being powerful was all I could think about forgetting the fact that I was supposed to come up with a plan to save my mother. She had told me, Davis was not going to delay her execution and I began to wonder if she was already dead. A part of me wished that I hadn't killed Jessica's guard, maybe he would have helped me clear my mother's name but then I knew he wasn't going to betray his mistress. Jessica's father was a tough man, the Beta to the dead Alpha. I knew it was useless trying to clear my name but then, it would really be nice if Davis would listen to me and see Jessica and her father for who they really are. My mind went back to my wolf. " Are you there?" I said with a hint of happiness in my voice. " I can't believe we could do that?" My inner wolf said happily. " Neither do I? But we need to save my mother now o
Kyra's pov I looked around me and I was shocked. " Did we do this?" I asked walking through the guards as they groaned in pain. " Hurry, we don't have time." My wolf shouted at me. I immediately took the dungeon keys from one of the guards and plunged into the tunnels. I saw a torch at the far end of it and grabbed one. " Where too?" " I am not sure, Kyra. Wait, let me help you find her scent." My wolf said and I giggled. It was obvious I was enjoying my new powers thanks to the blue eye wolf who was my mate. I wonder how he was doing since I practically took him out. "Can you focus?" My wolf snapped at me. " Sorry. I was just happy." I said back at her. She was the only friend I had right now. " This way." My wolf said again. As I walked into the darkest part of the tunnel, I saw some of the prisoners in cages. " Mum? Mother!" I shouted as I walked with the torch in my hand. " Come kid, get me out of here." " Please, get me some food." " Who are you looking for? I can h
Jessica's POV The speed, the flashes. It was unlike anything I had ever seen before. "How is this possible?" I raised my head up to meet Kyra's amusement. It was clear she was enjoying the way she had me humilated The dungeon was silent, with many of the prisoners looking in awe at the way Kyra moved. I stood up as blood gushed from the marks she had inflicted on me. I stared at her eyes, and I noticed there was something different about the colour. "What are you?" The word left my mouth before I could even think. "You can let us go, Jessica, or we can keep dragging this all night long. Either way, we know you are going to die. I don't care if it is the last thing I do before I leave this earth!" Kyra screamed. "Really? I am going to enjoy watching you die in pain." I said with anger coursing through my veins. "Oh, I can't wait!" Kyra returned the gesture and launched once more at me. I landed with a great thud, my bones cracking at each bash, each lash and claw that l
Kyra's POV I was restrained as I felt the guards deal different blows to my face. My eyes darted towards the corpse of my mother. I could picture her face, her smile, and the way she had always stood up for me no matter the odds. But lying on the floor was her pale and whitish face. Blood is flowing from her lifeless body with her eyes opened, staring at me. A blow landed on my face, and I passed out; my wolf slowly weakened until I could feel her no more. "Is this a dream?" "Where am I?" I opened my eyes, and my face went pale. I was strung to a pole right in front of the palace with a lot of the pack members all staring at me with disdain. "I can't believe her curse rubbed off on her mother." "Poor thing." "She is finally going to die." "She brought this upon herself." "I heard she bested Jessica in the fight they had in the dungeon." "Enough!" Davis shouted, raising his hand up in the air. This isn't a dream! It is real. My eyes snapped open, looki
Kyra’s POV Caelan’s words lingered in my heart, their weight pressing against my chest. I couldn’t shake the memory of my mother in my dream. She had been trying to tell me something—something important. But before she could, I woke up. Was this what she had been trying to warn me about? Lost in thought, I barely noticed the soft creak of the door until a familiar voice pulled me back to reality. “Are you ready?” The feminine voice made me turn around sharply. My eyes widened in disbelief. “Alessia?” She stood there, a small smile on her lips. Before I knew it, my feet carried me toward her, and I wrapped my arms around her in a tight embrace. “I thought you were…” “Dead?” Alessia finished for me, amusement flickering in her eyes. I pulled back, searching her face, as if I needed proof that she was real. “After we were taken, Beta Scott wouldn’t tell me anything. I was terrified. I should have tried harder to find you.” “You have nothing to be sorry for.” Alessia shook her
Calen’s POV“Beta Scott. We need to talk. Now.”I didn’t wait for a response. Leaving my post at the throne room doors, I moved swiftly through the dimly lit corridors of the packhouse, my mind racing. Jessica was getting too close. If she managed to convince Davis of the truth, everything I’d worked for would be ruined.I found Scott at the training grounds, watching a group of warriors spar. His sharp blue eyes met mine as I approached, and with a slight nod, he dismissed the men.“What is it?” he asked, crossing his arms.“She knows.”Scott raised an eyebrow. “Jessica?”I nodded. “She’s convinced the woman in the palace is Kyra. She won’t let this go. If she proves it, we’re finished.”Scott exhaled, rubbing his jaw. “That’s a problem.”“No,” I said, my voice low. “It’s an opportunity.”His gaze sharpened. “I’m listening.”“We need to make them believe Kyra is dead. If there’s no Kyra left to find, Jessica has nothing to fight for. We erase every trace of her from this kingdom.”A
Calen’s POVMy last meeting with Kyra had been… unsettling.No matter how much I tried, I couldn’t get her out of my mind. The kiss, her touch—every sensation burned into my memory.For the first time, the thought of revenge wavered.A part of me wanted to leave everything behind. To take Kyra and disappear. We could start over, far away from this war and bloodshed.But then… my parents.Who would avenge them if I turned my back now?I clenched my fists and forced the thought away. Standing guard at the entrance to the throne room, I heard raised voices inside.Jessica’s voice.She was shouting—claiming she knew it was Kyra.I smirked. No one will believe her. Not yet, at least. But that didn’t mean I could afford to be careless.I needed to act fast.A body had to be found.Kyra’s body.But how?Davis might be in love, but to convince him that the mysterious woman from my pack was Kyra? That would be a stretch.I let out a low chuckle. Jessica is too desperate.The doors swung open,
Jessica’s POVThe grand hall doors burst open with a resounding thud.Alpha Davis instinctively turned toward the entrance, his gaze locking onto me. His eyes flickered with surprise—he hadn’t expected me.Good.I ignored the tense atmosphere between him, my father, and Alpha Marius. I didn’t care what they were discussing. All that mattered was stopping this farce before it went any further."What is it, Jessica?" Davis asked, his voice carrying a hint of irritation. I rememberee the slap I had dealt to his face on the mating ceremony and I knew I deserved every bit of cold attide Alpha Davis was throwing towards me. I took a step forward, my eyes never leaving his. "Did you know that woman has a lover in this kingdom?"Silence.Davis arched a brow, but I caught the way his jaw tensed. That was all I needed. I had planted the seed."And how exactly do you know that?" His tone was skeptical, but the smirk on his lips was faint—forced."Are you jealous, Jessica? Because jealousy doesn
Davis’s POV"Is it true?" My voice echoed through the grand hall as I fixed my gaze on Beta Zakaira and Alpha Marius.Neither of them flinched, but I could feel the weight of my question settling between us."Is it true that you tried to have her killed?" I asked again, my patience hanging by a thread.Beta Zakaira took a cautious step forward. "Alpha Davis, you need to understand—we are trying to protect you.""Protect me?" I let out a sharp laugh, stepping down from my throne. "Or protect your own interests?" I turned to Zakaira, my eyes narrowing. "Where were you when I called for you earlier? I wondered where you'd run off to."He didn’t answer. My gaze shifted to Alpha Marius, who stood motionless, unbothered by my accusations."And you," I continued, my voice lowering. "What did you do when my father was killed? Or when the pack doctor was murdered?" My wolf growled within me, clawing for control. "Nothing. You did nothing. And now, suddenly, you're concerned about who I marry?
Kyra’s POV"And why are you asking me that?" I shot back, locking eyes with Jessica. My voice was steady, but my heart pounded against my ribs.Has she followed me? Or worse… had she seen Calen?Jessica let out a humorless laugh."Excuse you? And why the hell would I waste my time following someone like you?" she sneered, her words laced with disdain.My fingers curled into fists. I knew exactly why she was here—why she looked so rattled."I don't know what game you’re trying to play, but stay the hell away from him!"I smirked. She was scared. I could feel it, and so could Raven."Oh really?" I taunted. "Afraid of losing your precious seat at Davis’s side?"Jessica’s expression darkened. Anger flashed in her eyes, and in that moment, I felt the rage of her wolf rising to the surface.A sharp crack echoed through the night as her bones shifted. Her body trembled, fighting the urge to shift."Do you really want to do this here?" I asked coolly.She hesitated. She knew I had bested her
Kyra’s POVAs I pulled away from Calen, a strange unease settled in my chest. Something felt… off.I turned slightly, my gaze shifting to the shadows. A flicker of movement caught my eye, but when I focused, the darkness swallowed whatever had been there.My fingers tightened around Calen’s arm."Are you alright?" he asked, his sharp eyes scanning my face."I thought I heard something… Are you sure this place is safe?"A small chuckle rumbled in his chest. "Oh, Kyra. How many times do I have to tell you? No one knows about this place. I made sure of it."His voice was steady, but mine wasn't. "Still, I—""Kyra," he cut in, his tone gentler this time. "This is where I buried my parents. They were never given a proper burial after their deaths. I had to do it myself."I studied his face, the sorrow hidden behind his strength. He had managed to bury his parents right under the nose of Davis’s father, a feat I couldn’t begin to imagine.He took a step back, his expression sharpening. "Run
Jessica’s POVI couldn’t sleep.Not after the way she confronted me.There was something about her—something off. I could see the power swirling around her, an undeniable aura that sent a chill down my spine.The same power I had felt when I fought Kyra.Her defiance was infuriating, but what truly made my blood boil was the way her wolf longed for Davis. I could sense it, taste it in the air. I couldn’t stand it.I had been staying in the mansion with Davis, though we occupied separate rooms. The mating ceremony had been put on hold—suspended in uncertainty.Not that I cared.I had my eyes on only one thing—the throne.And I would fight anyone, kill anyone, who dared to stand in my way.The room felt stifling, the walls closing in. I needed air. A walk in the garden might clear my head.Stepping outside, the cool breeze caressed my skin, carrying with it the soft hum of the night. "This feels good," I murmured, letting the silver glow of the moon wash over me.Crickets chirped in the
Kyra's POV I know I was not supposed to do this, but I couldn't help myself. I was lost in my own motions that I didn't know when I drew him closer. I could feel his muscular hands around my waist. His piercing blue eyes locked on mine. In that moment, he said slowly. I could hear the rustle of the wind against the leaves as his words were clearer. "I would never trade you for anything in this world because you are worth more than any crown or jewels." Calen said with his blue eyes dazzling under the moonlight. His lips gently brushed slightly against mine. He could see the way I pulled back. "Do you want to stop?" He asked slowly, sensing that maybe I was not ready. "No." I exhale sharply. "I...wasn't ready." I said, feeling shy. "Why don't we take this slow? I want you as much as you want me, but I think we need to take things slow." Calen said, looking at me. I wanted to, but Raven wouldn't. She had been dying to have this moment, and I knew I was not going t