Selena POV"Selena, don't be nervous. Former Luna Elara is very kind and loving," Betty reassured me, her fingers moving gracefully as she did my makeup. "She was the one who saved you when the healers said they couldn't do anything."To say I was nervous would be an understatement. My heart felt like it was caught in a vice, tightening with every second that passed. I tried to smile at Betty’s words, but the truth was, meeting Elara felt like standing at the edge of a cliff, not knowing if I’d fly or fall.She is my mate's mother. She also saved my life —someone as powerful and revered as Elara, the former Luna and a witch of unimaginable strength but also the queen mother of Euriphoria. What if she recognized? What if she saw the cracks I tried to hide so carefully?"You’re shaking," Betty’s soft voice pulled me back, her eyes full of concern.I took a deep breath, trying to ground myself. “I just... nervous. It's my first time meeting Hudson's parents” My voice came out quieter th
The room fell silent, and I could feel everyone’s attention on me and Elara. My heart raced, but I did my best to steady my breathing as she took slow steps toward me. When she finally stopped just a few feet away, she reached for her beautiful, heavy emerald necklace. Without a word, she gently placed it around my neck. A strange energy surged through me the moment the necklace touched my skin—warm, almost electric. My body stiffened, but I held my ground. The room suddenly erupted with applause, excited whispers spreading like wildfire. Making me confuse. Elara’s expression softened into a smile, and her voice, though kind, carried an air of power. "This necklace is a traditional heirloom," she explained. "Passed down from generation to generation. It holds a protection spell cast by my grandfather. This is my gift to you. Now, you are its keeper. Respect it, and it will protect and honor you in return." I lowered my head in gratitude, but as I did, the necklace gleamed brightly
As Hudson greeted the guests, his father, Aldric, clapped a hand on his shoulder, guiding him toward a graying man with a strong, commanding presence. "Son, this is my friend Elbert, Alpha of the Snowfrost Pack." Hudson extended his hand. “Alpha Elbert,” he nodded respectfully. Elbert’s face split into a grin, eyes crinkling as he shook Hudson’s hand. “Alpha Hudson, you’ve grown into a fine man. Your father and I are proud of you. Congratulations on your wedding.” Hudson bowed his head a little , casting a sideways glance at his father, raising an eyebrow. Aldric chuckled and shook his head. “Seems you don’t remember, son. You were just a kid the first time Elbert visited. You used to run after his daughter, Sara, all day. When they left, you cried for days; for a moment, we thought she might have been your mate.” Elbert let out a hearty laugh, . “Ah, those were the days! I still remember you clinging to Sara’s hand, insisting she couldn’t leave without you.” Hudson smirked,
“Finally, the time has come. The Alpha King will be so pleased to hear how I exchanged Selena’s letter and forced her to focus on the mission. I’m sure we will be richly rewarded,” the woman laughed, her voice dripping with malice. “This land, this pack—everything will be ours. The royal family of Euriphoria will pay for what they’ve done to our family, our kingdom,” she declared, an evil smile spreading across her face.The man sitting beside her, however, gazed out the window, his expression troubled. Why do I feel like we are about to make the biggest mistake of our lives? he thought, taking in the lavish decorations surrounding the Crimson Knight Pack.The vibrant colors and joyful atmosphere seemed to mock his unease. Just then, the car came to a stop, and the driver opened the door for them. As they stepped out, they were greeted by the pack beta. “Welcome, Crown Prince Becker Wagner and Princess Moore,” Ethan said, his tone respectful yet cossioCrown Prince Becker straighten
Author POVSelena jolted awake to the sound of something crashing against her window. Heart pounding, she glanced at Betty, who was still fast asleep beside her, oblivious to the noise. Slowly, Selena got out of bed and approached the window, peering out into the night. What she saw made her heart stop—a massive army blanketing the grounds, surrounding the pack’s territory.In the distance, children and women screamed, their cries mixing with the sounds of weapons clashing. Blood painted the streets as innocent men fell under brutal attacks, bodies strewn across the ground. Selena’s breath hitched, and a wave of cold sweat washed over her. Her legs gave way, and she sank to the floor, overwhelmed by terror. This can’t be happening…Suddenly, the door slammed open. Hudson stormed in, his face twisted with anger. His presence seemed to fill the room, and his gaze locked onto her with pure fury."How dare you, Selena?" he spat, his voice trembling with rage. "How dare you betray me!"Bef
Selena sat patiently, her gaze lingering on the mirror as a faint unease crept over her as she awaited her bridal outfit. Betty had told her it was personally chosen by Hudson a thought that should made her excited but it made her heart ache. She sat before the mirror, two maids gently drying her long, silken hair, while another carefully painted designs on her feet as part of the royal tradition. Her skin glowed from the cold milk and rose bath she had taken, adding a soft blush to her cheeks that seemed to only intensify under the warm lights. She was draped in a delicate, thin white robe, looking every bit of the ethereal bride, her gaze drifting to the door with each sound. "We are so happy, Luna selena. I pray for your successful marriage." One maid said, combing her hair gently. Selena offered a faint smile, though the words seemed to echo around her with a strange hollowness. “Thank you,” she whispered, her voice softer than she intended. “You are so beautiful, my lady
The door to my room creaked open, and my eyes widened in terror as the people I feared stood before me, their faces twisted with malicious smirks. "W-what are you doing here?" I stammered, my voice trembling as panic surged through me. "All set for the wedding, huh?" Princess Moora smirked, her eyes glinting with a mix of mischief and malice. “Becker, Moora, you both are not allowed in here,” I glared at them. “ What if someone see you ?”Becker stepped forward, his smile sharp and predatory. “Oh, come now, Princess Selena. We’re just here to offer our best wishes. Isn’t that what siblings are for?” My heart raised. “ Step - siblings Crown prince Becker” I shouted. Moora laughed softly, a sound that sent chills down my spine. “Yes, dear sister-in-law , Selena. We wouldn’t want you to feel lonely on your big day, would we? But I have to admit Alpha Hudson went all out this time. I am shocked. He even let you were royal family traditional bridal dress?”“ you knew?” I asked it sh
Selena POVBetty stood at the door, her eyes wide with disbelief. She looked at me as if she were seeing a stranger. “Betty…” I whispered, a sick feeling forming in the pit of my stomach. The betrayal in her gaze stung more than I’d imagined.Her face twisted in a mixture of shock and disgust. “I can’t believe it,” she whispered, taking a step back as if my presence alone had struck her. “Who are you, really? All this time...you hid your true self so well behind that innocent face.” Her voice trembled, laced with betrayal. “We were so wrong about you. I was so wrong.”The hurt in her eyes pierced through me like a dagger. “Betty, listen to me,” I pleaded, trying to reach out, but she took another step back, her eyes flashing with both hurt fury. “No!” she snapped, her voice rising, each word sharp and filled with pain. “I heard everything, Selena. How could you be so heartless? Was any of it real? Did you ever truly love Hudson, or was it all just part of your twisted game?” Her