Phoenix's POV:When I saw Brenda pass out, I was so scared that I didn't even care about the newborn baby.I stumbled towards the operating table and grabbed a nurse's arm."Nurse, is she okay?" I asked anxiously."She has just fainted from exhaustion.However, we need to ask you to leave first.We need to focus on saving her right now,"the nurse answered, jabbing a finger at the door.I knew I had no other choice but to go out obediently and wait.With my back against the wall, I recalled how Brenda had looked at me from the operating table just now.All of a sudden, I felt suffocated from guilt.I was so useless! There was nothing I could do but watch as Brenda suffered."Phoenix, how's Brenda?"A gentle voice interrupted my thoughts.I turned around and saw Rayell and Callox standing by the hall outside the operating room.Seeing them here, I had mixed feelings.Were they also worried about Brenda? For the longest time, Brenda and I had done everything in our power to make them suff
Elizabeth's POV: I watched quietly as Phoenix and Callox talked and found that the atmosphere between them was not as tense as before. This made me sigh deeply. I hated Phoenix deeply. After all, he had killed my beloved husband. But admittedly, I was relieved to see that the relationship between the two brothers was improving. Otherwise, Callox would need to stay vigilant as long as Phoenix was alive. He would never be able to rest easy. It was good for Callox and Phoenix to reconcile. After all, they were brothers. But thinking about my poor husband's fate, I couldn't help but shed angry tears. "Take good care of Brenda, Phoenix," I said coldly. "If it weren't for her and the baby, I wouldn't have spared your life.If you dare show even a hint of rebellion, Brenda will be left a widow." I didn't care that I was being harsh. Phoenix needed to be warned. "I have accepted defeat.Rest assured, I will not try to rebel or anything like that." Phoenix lowered his head. "From no
Rayell's POV:Fortunately, despite Brenda's suffering, her baby was born safely. Elizabeth had been at Brenda's side from the moment she went into labor. I really admitted Elizabeth's choice to stand by her daughter despite the wrong choices she made.The past few hours must have been very stressful on her, because when I found her, she was sitting on a chair with one hand on her chest. It was not good for her to put herself into so much stress.I rushed over to help as I thought a bit of fresh air might do her some good."Mrs.Jones, let's go out for a walk.You'll feel much better once you get out of this stuffy room." I helped Elizabeth up and waved at Callox."You're right, dear.Perhaps I am getting too old for this, "Elizabeth agreed readily."You two women leaving me behind. Is that supposed to be so ?" Callox and I took her out on a walk just outside the hospital."Once Brenda's child is born, she and her baby, along with Phoenix will be exiled to the island as soon as possible
Eden's POV:My stay at the Rainbow Pack had been quite pleasant, but unfortunately, just a few days later, I received news that my father had fallen ill.It was just after breakfast one morning when I received a call from my mother.As soon as I answered it, the shrill sound of her tearful voice struck me with panic."Eden, your father is seriously be back as soon as possible!" She begged and I felt my heart tear into pieces."What? Mom, don't worry.I'll be right back!"My stomach clenched with anxiety and apprehension.Admittedly, my father was well past his prime, but he was once a very powerful Alpha.How could he fall sick so suddenly? I immediately went back to our room and told Helen about it."Oh my God! How could this happen?" Helen's eyes widened with shock."We must go back to Black Stone Pack right now."Without further delay, Helen took me to the study to look for Simon, who was reading a book."Dad, we have some bad news.Eden's dad is ill.I have to go back to Black Stone P
Betty's POV:I was surprised to hear Devin talk about who should be the next Alpha at a time like this. I couldn't help feeling disappointed as I looked at him. This was obviously not a time to think of this, but I guess the human nature had other plans.After all, it was hard to tell whether his father would make it out of this alive as he was still receiving treatment, and all Devin could think about was who would be the next Alpha.I always knew that he coveted the position of Alpha, but I didn't think that he would be insensitive enough to bring it up at such a fragile moment. At a moment when their father needed both of them most.Sometimes I wonder if Devin is truly the brother of Eden, Ever since they were children, Devin and Eden had completely different personalities.Eden was kind and sensible, while Devin was selfish and domineering.No matter how hard we tried to change him, he only did whatever he wanted.As life went on like that, Marlon and I had given up on him, becau
Eden's POV:I was shocked.I couldn't believe my father wanted me to be the next Alpha.All my life, I had always thought that my older brother would take that position. Apart from my thinking, it was only logical to let Delvin be the next Alpha.He was the eldest son of my parents, and he was resourceful.I was certain that he too was expecting he'd inherit the position. Because of this, I was worried he would think that I was robbing him of what was rightfully his. Sides this, Devin had a malicious behavior and he knew that was a bad trait.. On the other hand, however, I wanted to live up to my father's expectations."I will do my best to deal with the pack affairs, Dad.I won't let you down."When my brother expressed his support, I felt relieved."Good.Eden, I have faith in your abilities.Well, I'm tired now, so you may all go.Don't worry about me.I'm in good hands."My father's voice was weak.When he was done speaking, he closed his eyes as though he was exhausted."You must be t
Rayell's POV:When I heard that Helen and Eden were going to get married in a matter of days, I was happy for them, but sad that Callox and I wouldn't be able to attend.Unfortunately, we needed to go to the snow mountain a journey that could take days, maybe even weeks. It was a very important trip and I wasn't ready to jeopardize anything anymore.The most utmost thing on our mind is to cure the love curse."Callox, Eden and Helen are getting married next Tuesday," I told Callox."It's a pity we probably won't make it to their wedding.""Oh, wow.I'll be sure to ask my attendant to send them a wedding gift."Callox walked over and patted me on the shoulder."You are so thoughtful, Callox."Thankful, I slipped my hand into his and gave him a bright smile."Well, let's not stay up late.We're going to the snow mountain tomorrow, after all.We'll need all the energy we can get."As he spoke, Callox led me to lie in the bed.I nodded obediently, snuggling up against him.But just as I was a
Rayell's POV:I woke up the following morning to the sun rising in the horizon."Callox, did you sleep well?" I asked groggily.But to my surprise, there was no response.I rubbed my eyes, trying to wake myself up.When I looked around, I found that I was alone in the tent.Panicked, I shouted, "Callox!"Acting on impulse, I ran out of the tent without even thinking of putting on my coat.The moment I got out of the tent, I saw Callox walking towards me.He was carrying a dead wild rabbit."Rayell, you're awake.Let's have breakfast."Callox chuckled at my bewildered expression.Then, his eyes landed on my thin pajamas."Why did you come out without a coat?"As he spoke, he frowned and fetched my coat for me."Where have you been?" I asked, hugging myself to keep warm."I went out to hunt and caught this rabbit.I can't let you eat biscuits every single mealtime."Callox reached out and pinched my nose playfully."Make a fire, honey.Let's roast the rabbit."With a smile, I nodded and set
Rayell POVI have been trapped in this dark, endless void for what feels like an eternity.Kai had trapped me in a cage. And when he did come back to remove me from the cage. I did not have the strength to even get out of it.My body was all covered with goo and slimes. And my breath was short.I knew I had only a short time to live. And all I could do is think of was callox.Thoughts of him were what made the whole torture bearable.It was the faint glow that made my spark not to die.Suddenly, a gentle voice whispers in my mind. “Lady Rayell.”I turned around. But nobody was there.The voice was a soft, melodious voice, unlike anything I’ve ever heard before.“Who is it?”“I’m Princess Diane from the Bluebird Village, and I have come to help you connect back to your lover.”Confusion filled me.“To callox?”“Yes.”“Why can’t I see you?”“That isn’t important. What is that I can get you to see your lover?”“Can you at free me from this torment instead?”“I’m afraid I can’t. The dama
Allen POVI had left the palace feeling very angry. I couldn’t believe just how selfish the king was.He had another chance to make everything right. And he was still just concerned about his lady!I should have advocated for him to be removed. We needed a Lycan king who would protect his pack. His kingdom.Not a weakling.Well, it seemed I would have to handle things on my own.The moon goddess had been furious at me, and that was cause she had to face queries with the higher-ups in the heavens.The weapon I had been working on to use against Kai had been a total failure.The number of wolves dying was increasing massively. I felt really stuck. I was going through some books to see if I could find anything that would help.But so far, it had just been useless.I was still scaling through the books when one of my servant boys came barging into my chambers.“My lord.” He greeted.“What is it? I told you I didn’t wish to be disturbed.”“I apologize. But there is a woman at the gate. S
Callox POVI waited for Allen in the royal halls. While the guards packed up the dead bodies on the floor.When Allen came in. He had a very very grim expression.“Good day. Sire.” He bowed.“How bad is it?”He sighed. “The moon goddess and the entire heaven are angry with us. At our way of defeating Kai. They wanted to wipe out the whole of the Lycan kingdom. But I had to plead that we are given some time before they do so.”“And did they answer?”“Yes. However it is a very short limited time of two weeks.”I sighed. As if life couldn’t get any more harder.“Rayell went crazed. I believe it's cause of Kai.”“You are right. She did go crazed cause of Kai. He has been triggered.”“How is this impossible? I thought you got rid of him?”“I subdued him. I was trying to form a sword that would finally exterminate him from her. However, I do not think it’s possible anymore.”“What do you mean?”“For Kai to be killed. Rayell is going to have to die.”That statement sounded like a death sente
Callox POVI have been searching for rayell for days now. And yet every one of my searches had proved abortive.And the more I couldn’t find her. The more I went crazier. I wondered what on earth I was to do with this information.I had started shouting and sleepless nights. My mind felt like it was in a jumbled state. Sometimes I end up wallowing in bed. And Crying about everything.In the meantime. I noticed my legs had gotten more responsive. And I was even able to stand.Which was quite a lot. The cure was indeed working.However, I didn’t feel happy about it, cause she wasn’t here to share in the joy with meLiam helped with my leg routine every morning. Teaching me how to get used to my legs and all.However, I didn’t care much about it. Cause It felt like life had suddenly become to difficult to live in. In her absence.I was dying of fear and worry as to whether she was fine or not.Or if she needed me! I also felt immense guilt for not being able to stand up and defend her l
Rayell POVI had been staying at the cottage house for three days now. And I was already tired of the routine living style.Wake up, shower, eat, read some books, take a nap. A stroll. Read. Nap. Dinner. Then it goes on to repeat the whole actions over an over again.It was truly exhausting. I spent most of the time thinking of callox. To the extent that I started seeing him everywhere in the house.I felt I was going crazy at some point.I sat in the balcony of the cottage home. Taking in the fresh breeze and keeping time with reading.I was lost in it till elara came with a tray of snacks.She dropped it, did her courtesy greeting, and left. It’s how our lives have been. No talking or relations beyond that of a maid and her Lady.It was exactly like I had asked her to do. I felt bad about it. But it was for the best.After the snacks. I went back into my room and took an eventful nap.When I opened my eyes I noticed how clouded the place was.And how the wind was howling in the di
Callox POVI was pacing in the hallways. Still angry over Marcus' declaration. I couldn’t believe he had done that to his granddaughter.He had been cool with the idea of us being together. So why did he do that?After his declaration, the council, as usual, declined Rayell, who was my Luna.Though her name had been cleared, she could be in the palace. But I doubted that would feel like good news to Rayell.I wondered how she would feel about this. It sure would hurt her that her only family had been against the idea of her being happy.I fisted my hands, awaiting him. The council members came out of the meeting room. When Marcus saw me, he swallowed hard. It took everything in me not to snap the life out of his neck.Years of respect and the sacrifices he made to the royal family. Was what Kept me from doing so.“What was that for?”He ignored me and kept walking away.“I am talking to you!” I retorted in an authoritative tone.Which had him stopping.“It was needed.”“You destroyed
Rayell POVAfter Callox left and I cried my eyes out, Marcus came knocking on the door,And I told him how desperate I was to leave, and he told me he understood. He brought Elara, my handmaiden, with who I had gotten close over the past few months.We had to change into maid's clothing so I could easily escape the palace floors, and then we entered through a tunnel.When we got outside, we noticed that Marcus arranged for the carriage and horses to take us to the supposed destination.I wondered if Callox would realize that I was gone early,I doubted it cause he probably would be too busy preparing to get married. Anger seeped through me.What happened to fighting for my cause? What happened to not getting married to anyone but me? Was he lying?I wondered who it was that he was getting married to, and somehow, I felt jealous that I wasn’t in her position, I didn’t have enough political gains to be worth being his wife.We arrived at the supposed destination, which was a little cot
Rayell POVImmediately after Lady Aria attacked me, I lost consciousness of myself for a while.However, when I finally regained it. It was for a short period. And that was to see my body fall to the floor.It grew eminently dark again when I finally opened my eyes.I noticed I was back in that desolate dream world. And this time, I was in a cage. My hands and legs were high-tied to a cage.I rattle against the cage. Trying to get out of the cage.But it was just too tight. “You are not getting released out of that.” Kai's voice echoed.“What have you done to me?”“You’ve been subdued. I told you it was going to happen sooner.”“Subdued? As in, you took over my consciousness?”“Yes, darling. Now, sleep tight. I have got some unfinished business. And when I do achieve it. I will do you a favour of killing you.” He said.“No! No! No!” I screamed. But it was too late. A mist came up. And soon, my eyes went blank.Kai POVWhen I finally woke up, I realised that I was in an infirmary.I co
Rayell POVI sat in the royal garden, enjoying the cool breeze that tainted my skin,A harsh reality to the turmoil I was facing deep inside. My mind was still reeling from the conversations I had with Callox just when I thought things were going fine for us.I had been painfully knocked out of my sweet life and reminded of the harsh reality of life. Callox said he was going to do his best not to get married to someone who wasn’t me, except I didn’t know how to feel about that cause there was a high chance that he was going to go against his wordsAnd I have no idea if I would be able to handle such a thing when it happens. Seeing him with another woman would surely break me.If only I hadn’t gotten myself involved with Dustin's games, then maybe I would be here planning my wedding and not here confused about the next step to take,I was still lost in my thoughts when I sighted lord Marcus at the far end of the garden. He was having some discussions with the lords,When he saw me, h