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, h
When the time came for her to give birth to her daughter, Selena, the pain was unbearable. She had endured too much alone, and the separation from Albert weighed heavily on her mind and body. The labor was long and arduous, stretching on for hours until she finally welcomed her child into the world. But the joy of holding her baby girl was quickly overshadowed by the toll it had taken on her health. Anneliese felt like a ghost of her former self, a living dead woman whose only purpose was to breathe for her child. The spark of life that once danced in her eyes was dulled, and she withdrew into the shadows of her own existence, merely existing for Selena. When the time came for her to give birth to her daughter, Selena, the pain was unbearable. She had endured too much alone, and the separation from Albert weighed heavily on her mind and body. The labor was long and arduous, stretching on for hours until she finally welcomed her child into the world. But the joy of holding her ba
It was midnight. The moon hung low in the sky, casting its silver glow over the dark basement of the pack house where I lay curled up in a bed of tattered rags. The chill of the night seeped through my worn-out clothes, mingling with the cold sweat of fear and exhaustion that clung to my skin. My heart pounded in my chest, and every nerve was on high alert.I listened intently, straining to hear any sounds that might indicate the presence of others. When I was certain the coast was clear, I slowly pushed myself up and crept out. Each step was deliberate and careful as I moved towards the back door of the pack house. This wasn’t my first attempt at escape; I had tried—and failed—many times before. But tonight was different. The Alpha and his family were away at a meeting with another pack. This was my chance.With a deep breath, I eased the door open and slipped into the darkened corridor. My movements were as silent, my heart racing with a mix of hope and dread. I had to make this cou
I was jolted awake by the shock of cold water splashing over my face. The icy liquid soaked through my clothes, sending a violent shiver down my spine.“You disgrace! How dare you disobey me?” came the thunderous voice of my father, the pack Alpha. I immeditally looked down at the ground, knowing better than to meet his gaze. I wasn’t allowed to look anyone in the eye, especially not my father, the Alpha. To do so would be seen as punishable, something a pack slave like me could never afford."You will not leave this pack until i say so, do you understand? You belong here. You will learn your place, or I will make sure you regret every second of your worthless life."“Yes, Alpha,” I replied, my voice flat and devoid of emotion. The words came automatically, as it drilled into me over the years. I was too exhausted to feel anything anymore, too drained from hearing the same degrading words every single day.“No food for this week. You will just survive on water !” he screamed, his Alph
Selena POVI was to be mated to the cold-hearted monster. That’s what people call Alpha Hudson Knight, the ruthless Alpha whose name alone strikes fear into the hearts of thousands. A wolf who knows no mercy.This can’t be happening.Now, I finally understand why Alpha Antonio was so eager to free me from my supposed punishment. He didn’t care about my well-being, he just wanted to send me away to die.The moment I returned to my tiny room, a group of maids barged in without hesitation. Their hands immediately went to work, sifting through my meager belongings. It didn’t take long, after all, I had so little that everything I owned fit into a small, battered trunk. But what slowed them down wasn’t the lack of possessions, it was their constant mocking.“Is this all you have?” one sneered, holding up a worn dress with distaste. “Pathetic.”"How does she expect to live in the Crimson Knight Pack with rags like these?" another chimed in, her voice dripping with malice.I stood there, sil
Selena I was getting dolled up to look like a princess, an Alpha's daughter. The maids fussed over every strand of hair, every fold of fabric, changing me into something I hardly recognized. My reflection stared back at me, but it felt like a mask, a façade, the elegant dress, the carefully applied makeup, the jewelled hairpin, all part of a show.It's a show meant to disguise the truth.Despite the outward beauty, I felt like a lamb being dressed for slaughter. Anxiety clawed at my insides, my heart pounding in my chest. I had barely ever stepped outside the confines of my own pack, and now I was being sent away, to an enemy pack, no less. I had no idea how to act, or how to carry myself in a place where I knew no one. What would they expect of me? How was I supposed to behave ?The fear ground at me, twisting my stomach into painful knots. Maybe Hudson would force himself on me, like a beast claiming its prey. I’d expect nothing less from a man who knew no mercy. "Finally,
Alpha Hudson Knight’s POV"Why?" I grit my teeth, feeling my wolf stir in agitation. "I just want to ask why the Moon Goddess delights in playing with her subjects like this. Why must she be so cruel?"Thirteen years. I had been searching for my mate for thirteen long years. I gave up on the idea of finding her, buried the hope deep within me, and forced my wolf to accept that we were mateless.I had finally accepted my fate. Hardened my heart.And now, she sends her to me.The daughter of my enemy.How am I supposed to accept her? How am I supposed to embrace someone who comes from the very pack I despise?My wolf growled low within me, torn between desire and hatred. She was supposed to be the one to complete me. But how could she, when her very existence was a reminder of betrayal?"The Moon Goddess, why must you always twist the knife when I least expect it?"I couldn’t tear my eyes away from her crystal blue gaze. There was so much vulnerability there, an innocence that cut throu
Selena's POVWhy am I able to smell his scent? Why is it giving me butterflies in my stomach? I shouldn’t feel this way. I was scared of him,terrified, even thinking about what he might do to me. But despite the fear gripping my heart, there was something else, something in me that whispered against it, something that told me he wouldn’t hurt me.His presence was overwhelming, but not in the way I expected. His scent... sandalwood, earthy and warm, wrapped around me like a strange comfort, making my thoughts whirl. I felt so confused, so unsure. Why was my body reacting like this when my mind screamed at me to stay afraid?I knew the moment he held me that he sensed it, I don’t have a wolf. It was impossible to hide, and yet, he didn’t say anything. His expression remained cold, emotionless, as if my greatest shame was nothing to him. Then, without a word about it, he turned and simply asked for me to follow him to the car. I wasn’t sure what he was thinking or feeling. "Alpha Hudso