Valle, Alexa, and their daughter Rahilla woke up early on a beautiful, sunny morning. The sky was clear, and they were all excited to spend the day together as a family. After getting dressed and packing their bags, they loaded the car with everything they needed: sunscreen, snacks, toys for Rahilla, and even a portable grill for lunch. They were ready for a fun-filled day outdoors.Their first stop was a nearby park. Valle parked the car, and they found a perfect spot under a big shady tree. They spread out a blanket on the grass, and Alexa unpacked some toys for Rahilla. The baby giggled happily as Alexa played with her. Valle, on the other hand, got the portable grill ready to cook some burgers and hot dogs for lunch.As Valle prepared the food, he and Alexa chatted and laughed, enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The gentle breeze blew through the trees, rustling the leaves and making the perfect background noise to their family outing. Rahilla’s laughter echoed around them as she
She pushed open the creaky door to the dusty attic that served as her room. her eyes scanning the cluttered space that felt more like a prison than a sanctuary.Exhausted, she collapsed onto the worn heap that passed for her bed. Her father had once again used her to pay off a debt, forcing her to spend the entire night working as a waitress at a club. Her hand instinctively went to the locket necklace she wore, this was the only connection to her mother. She sighed, whispering "Mother" as a mix of sadness and longing washed over her.Her father's descent into drinking had begun after her mother's death, and it only worsened when he remarried. His addiction to gambling led to trouble, and when he couldn't pay his debts, he'd pawn her off to do chores for his creditors until the debt was paid. She longed for the life she once knew, and her heart yearned for something good to happen, something that would change her life for the better. Maybe, just maybe, she'd meet her mate, someone w
"Can you just hear me out, Valle?" Allen asked, his voice laced with a hint of frustration.Valle's eyes flashed with anger as he turned to face his brother. "Know your place, Allen. We may be brothers, but I am still your Alpha. You will address me as such."Allen let out a deep sigh, accustomed to his brother's outbursts. "Fine, my king. Can you hear me out?"Valle's expression remained unyielding. "There's nothing to hear. I never told you I needed or wanted a wife, and yet you've gone behind my back and arranged for me to marry one."Allen's pause was deliberate, as he carefully chose his words to avoid arousing his brother's suspicion. "You've not even heard the reason I did this," he said, his tone measured.Valle's eyes narrowed. "Your desperation to have me marry makes it seem like you have something to gain from this, more than I do. Is that a lie?"Allen's hesitation was brief, but telling. "I'm only doing this for you, my king. I know how much you crave power, how much you
The night was quiet and peaceful, the only sound that could be heard was the soft rustling of the wind through the trees. The quiet atmosphere was shattered by a sudden, piercing scream that echoed through the halls of the palace followed by the sounds of struggling breaths.Inside the Luna's chambers, the three midwives worked tirelessly to aid in the labor. Beads of sweat dripped from their foreheads as they focused on helping the Luna through her difficult labor. With one final scream, the baby came into the world.At first, there was a shout of jubilation among the midwives as they welcomed the new life, but it quickly faded as they laid eyes on the newborn. It was a girl, and they knew that the Alpha king would not be pleased.The eldest midwife, her face filled with worry, turned to the other women with her and asked in a hushed voice, "Who is going to tell the Alpha king?" There was a heavy silence in the room.They knew what was at stake. Their lives. Slowly, their gazes turne
Alexa held her baby closer to her chest, taking comfort in the Little one's embrace. Her eyes were like that of her father. Her heart sank as she stared at her. This was her fault. How could she be so foolish as to hope for love from him. He was a beast, everyone knew that yet a little part of her heart had hoped he would change for her. She'd given up on that now. All she wanted was a way to get out. To be anywhere but here. She had heard stories about a world outside theirs. It was said that humans lived there. She didn't know how true it was but she didn't care either. She just wanted to go. "Help me, dear moon goddess." She prayed as she neared the border of the clan. "Why are you here at the border, young lady? answer me!" A guard approached. Alexa looked around for more guards but saw only him. She gathered her strength. Just a bit closer. "Tell me why you're here!" Closer still. Quick as lightning, Alexa placed her baby on the ground, transforming into a wolf in mere m
The Alpha King marched angrily to the throne room, his eyes filled with fury. "Cursed? What does he take me for? A fool?" he thought. Pausing, he noticed a guard standing outside the door of the throne room."I had no idea I had become invisible. How else can you explain not greeting your king?" he growled, and the guard fell to his knees. He looked around and saw the others bowing. "Do you have a problem with your eyes? Didn't you see your fellows bowing?" His voice was softer this time but the threat in his tone could not be missed and the guard was trembling in fear.The Alpha King observed the guard's fear and gestured for him to stand. The guard, breathing a sigh of relief and stifling sobs, hurried to open the door to the throne room. As the guard turned to express gratitude, the sound of bones breaking filled the air; the King smashed the guard's head against the wall."Learn to show respect in the afterlife," he whispered, then proceeded into the throne room, indifferent to
Just as Allen was leaving Alexa's chamber, a guard stopped him and told him The Alpha had requested his presence. He sighed and made his way towards Valle's chamber."Don't just stand there. Let it out. Who told you this thing?" Valle asked, his voice tinged with curiosity and frustration."The clan's wizard," Allen blurted out quickly, sensing his brother's impatience.Valle couldn't help but chuckle, a bit bitterly. "That foolish man? How many times have I told, no, warned you not to put your trust in that madman? He's not wise!"Allen let out a sigh, his voice trembling slightly. "Our father was involved with a widow a long time ago. He exiled her to protect his secret, and she placed a curse on him. That same curse now hangs over you."Valle's laughter faded, replaced by a sense of seriousness. This was no joke or prank. How could he be suffering for his father's mistakes, especially when he despised his father so much?Rubbing his beard thoughtfully, Valle pondered the implicati
The grand hall was abuzz with hushed whispers as Ivan gathered his subjects. Allen stood beside Collins, his expression a mask of surprise and pleasure. Valle discreetly pulled him aside, his voice barely audible."It's done. I've spoken to the royals and subjects. They know I'm leaving on a journey and you're in charge."Allen's eyes narrowed, his concern feigned. "Out of our territory? That's dangerous."Ivan's expression was resolute. "I'll find Alexa and our child. We need to break this curse."Allen watched his brother, intrigued by Valle's unwavering determination. Ivan, meanwhile, was consumed by self-blame. If only he'd known Alexa was his fated mate sooner...As Valle departed, Allen's stoic expression remained fixed. Collins approached him, a sly smile spreading across his face."So, my Alpha, where do we begin?"*****Valle trudged through the snow, his feet sinking into the drifts as he scanned the horizon for any sign of Alexa. The wind whipped through his cloak, biting a