Princess Moora, who had been silently listening to the escalating confrontation, glared at her mate. “Aren’t you going to say anything to your father? We’ve worked so hard for this moment, but look at him—he’s ready to let them go? Crown Prince, he can’t be serious!”Crown Prince Beaker shot her a warning look, grabbing her hand to signal her to be quiet. “Mind your words, Princess. You’re talking about my father, the Alpha King. He can do whatever he wants. You have no right to interrupt him,” he commanded, his tone firm.“I don’t fear the Alpha King like you do, Beaker,” Moora retorted defiantly. “I won’t let all our hard work go to waste.” With that, she marched toward Selena, determination etched on her face.“Princess Selena! Don’t you feel any shame watching your mate insult your father like this? Don’t you have anything to say?” Moora pressed, her voice rising with indignation.The room fell silent as Alpha King Albert shot a furious glare at Moora. He strode towards her, seizi
“Betty, are you in your right mind? What on earth do you think you’re saying?” Ethan scolded, shaking her gently as if to snap her back to reality. Hudson clenched his fists, closing his eyes for a moment to calm the fury rising within him, while Ethan tried desperately to reason with his mate. “There has to be a misunderstanding, love. Don’t you know Luna Selena? She even risked her life to protect Alpha Hudson. Do you really think she would betray us?” Ethan pleaded, his voice full of disbelief. But Betty pulled her hand free, standing firm. “Ethan, I know exactly what I’m saying. This isn’t a misunderstanding.” She stepped closer to Hudson, her expression resolute. “Alpha, you have to believe me. I know she’s your mate, and she’s our Luna, but Selena has betrayed us. She isn’t Antonio’s daughter—she’s King Albert’s daughter-” Hudson's voice thundered through the hall. “Enough, Omega Betty! You may be my friend and Ethan’s mate, but that does not give you the right to accuse and
22 years ago before Selena’s mother’s Anneliese wedding. Anneliese was sitting quietly beneath an old oak, her fingers absentmindedly picking at the tufts of grass around her. The world was awash in hues of twilight, yet her heart was a storm of its own. She wrapped her arms around her knees, pulling them close as though holding herself together against some invisible force. Her hair, tousled and wavy, framed her face in delicate, loose curls that brushed her cheeks, half-hiding the fear in her eyes. She cast a glance down the path where she expected him to come from, her lover—her mate. The bond they shared was supposed to be an unbreakable promise of protection and devotion, yet today she wasn’t certain if he’d show. If he dared. For weeks now, she’d sensed the weight of something ominous looming over them, the silent judgments and whispers from others in the pack who looked upon her, an omega, with disdain. Anneliese was used to their glances, but this time it felt different. Th
For three long months, Anneliese wandered through the forest alone, living like a rogue, her heart heavy with loss and despair. Each day blended into the next as she traveled from one place to another, seeking solace in the wilderness while grappling with the memories of her past life. The beauty of the natural world surrounded her, but it offered little comfort; the vibrant colors of the trees and the songs of the birds felt like a cruel reminder of the joy she had lost. One afternoon, while walking along the banks of a serene river lake, she was spotted by a group of travelers. Among them was Alpha Antonio, a powerful wolf known for his commanding presence and ruthless ambition. As he laid eyes on Anneliese, he was struck by her beauty—a wild elegance that ignited something primal within him. Without a second thought, he approached her, forcing her onto his back and declaring her his prize. “You belong to me now,” he declared, dismissing her protests. In a cruel twist of fate, he
Flashback Selena was only eleven when her world suddenly turned dark. One quiet night, rogue wolves invaded her home and dragged her away into the shadows, tearing her from everything she knew. These wolves wanted her father, the Alpha Antionio of the powerful moonlight pack, to free some of their people who were imprisoned in a place called Dragun. But her father had a reputation for being firm and merciless. He refused to give in to the rogues’ demands. Instead of negotiating, he gave a brutal order—to kill every rogue prisoner, choosing pride over his own daughter’s life.Days turned into months, and Selena stayed locked in captivity, alone, frightened, and bruised. She had been a happy, curious child, but the hardships drained her spirit. Every night, she prayed someone would come for her, but each morning dawned in painful silence. Slowly, hope faded. She overheard her captors whispering that she was no longer useful to them. They planned to end her life before the next sunrise.
Hudson stood there, frozen and silent, as Selena finished her story. Each word felt like a heavy blow, hitting him straight in the chest and stealing his breath. He didn’t show it, he kept his face blank, refusing to let her see the storm raging inside him. But deep down, his heart felt like it was being ripped apart, layer by layer, as if a dagger was twisting slowly into every piece of trust he’d ever had for her.Is this the truth? The question gnawed at Hudson, refusing to release him. He searched her eyes, hoping to find some trace of certainty, but all he saw was a deep sadness and a guilt that seemed to weigh her down. For a brief moment, her vulnerability pierced through him, softening the sharp edge of his anger.He wanted to believe her, to reach out and hold onto the love he thought they had. But the hurt ran too deep, tangled with doubt and anger.Hudson clenched his fists, fighting the wave of betrayal rising like a storm within him. “You… expect me to believe this?” His
Fury coursed through my veins like fire, igniting every nerve ending as I paced the dimly lit hallway. Betty’s cold words cut deeper. How could she stand there, unflinching, and swear death upon our child without a second thought?My heart raced, each beat a reminder of the life we had created, a life that now felt fragile and endangered. The thought of losing my child—of Betty even entertaining such a horrific notion—was a wound I couldn’t ignore. I felt sickened by her indifference, as if she had thrown away everything we built together.“Ethan!”I turned sharply at the sound of her voice. She approached, her face a mix of anger and determination, but all I felt was the storm brewing inside me. How could she come near me after what she had said?“Don’t. Just don’t,” I snapped, cutting her off before she could say another word. “You have no idea what you’ve done.”Her eyes widened, and for a moment, I could see the flicker of remorse. But it was quickly replaced by defiance, a look t
As soon as Hudson entered his room, a wave of anger hit him. He punched the glass wall, and the loud crack echoed in the quiet space. In his blind rage, he knocked over decorative pieces, shattering delicate porcelain and sending glass flying everywhere. He kicked the table, feeling a rush of satisfaction as it fell over, mirroring the chaos inside him. His anger was intense, but underneath it all was a deeper pain—a heartache that felt like it was swallowing him whole. His wolf was in agony, unable to forget Selena—the warmth of her laughter and the softness of her touch. Even in his anger, a part of him longed for her, making him feel like he was losing a piece of himself with every moment that passed. He sank onto the edge of the bed, gasping for breath. It felt like a dark cloud had settled over him, crushing his spirit. Memories of their special moments together rushed into his mind—the way her eyes sparkled when she laughed, how her hand felt in his. Each memory was like a sha