Lunaria’s POV.I drove home angry as I could not hold myself from being mad at anything that was happening.How dare he show up and try to change what’s actually happened.Does he think I was one of those girls he could take for a ride?I slammed on the gas as I sped home, breaking traffic laws and gritting my teeth.It was so annoying to note that he had even had the audacity to go meet my father and say all the rubbish he had said.I took in deep breaths and tried to not focus on the bad as I tried swerving around a curb and I hit it but didn’t slow down.I increased my speed and came to a stop at a red light to take deep breaths.So many voices were in my head as I wondered when Henry had turned out to be this kind of person.‘He’s so arrogant,’ my wolf said to me. ‘He should be lucky you didn’t lose your cool and tear him apart.’But I sighed. I had always known he was always arrogant but he was very good at hiding it so I didn’t notice it on time.Now, however, it was a differen
Nathan’s POV.My desk was filled with lots of files and papers from the documents I had opened as I kept my eyes on the laptop.I had tried every possible thing I could do to try to get a solution but it was looking empty. It was looking like it wouldn’t hold and I was sad about it.Every method I had tried to use was not bringing up results and I could not even call Lunaria because I felt guilty for not being able to help with a solution to her problems.A deal with Henry’s company was the dream of every company I knew and I couldn’t be able to find an alternative way out.There was a way, it was to stay on your own and build your company up, but who would want to do that?So many companies loved the easy way out of having the larger companies help them out by helping with resources.Other than that, there was no way out of this.A knock came on my door as I leaned into my seat which had me frustrated.My wolf groaned but this time I tried to rein him in. This was the fifth knock dis
Nathan’s POV. “I already told you. People are getting worse from this plague,” Gideon repeated as I nodded. “Great.” “A large number of people that have been affected have died after taking the antidote and some others also got worse.” I couldn’t believe my ears. This was not supposed to happen. Where did things go wrong? “What do we do alpha?” Now I could understand the pain of the elder but I still held my ground. I had to come to the bottom of this matter or else it would be a big problem for me. “I’ll handle it,” I said. “Are you going to call Lunaria?” He asked as I picked up my phone. “Yeah,” I sighed. “I need to know what exactly is going on. He nodded before walking to the door. “I’ll give you some space.” With that, he walked off, leaving me alone to handle my own things. I picked up my phone and called Lunaria. It rang multiple times before she could pick up. Each ring had my anxiety going through the roof but I took a breath of fresh air when sh
Lunaria's POV.I paced up and down the room, my mind racing with thoughts. Did I really hear them right? Were they actually accusing me of killing their late alpha? What is going on? How is that possible? I don't know them from anywhere and didn't know about the pack's existence until my father talked about Alpha Nathan and I met him so what were they saying? “I hope this is all a misunderstanding and someone isn't okay and was only joking with me,” I laughed trying to think of how to put everything in place but it felt too real to be a joke.“No, they should be playing pranks on me,” I scoffed dismissing their claims but I felt like I was in a nightmare, unable to wake up.I tried to recall every detail, every step I took when preparing the antidote. I was so sure I had given them the right treatment. But now, it seemed like I had made matters worse. Like I had done something wrong to kill them and it was driving me crazy because I knew the antidote I made, it was okay and there wa
Lunaria's POV.I felt a pang of sadness and regret as I drove away from the hospital. I had only wanted to help Nathan and his pack, but now I had made things worse. Sarah's words echoed in my mind."You've made the people lose trust in Nathan." I couldn't shake off the feeling that I was a curse to him.As I thought about Nathan, my heart ached. I liked him, but maybe it was best to avoid him for now. I didn't want to bring him any more trouble and I didn't know how he would feel when he set his eyes on me again. It would be better if I stay away until the matter is resolved but what kind of person would I be if I just left him hanging? No, I didn't even need Sarah to talk to him, I was supposed to face him myself and make him see the reasons. So far he didn’t act like someone who wouldn't understand what happened but still, I couldn't conclude.I couldn't live with myself if I didn't try to make things right.When I got home, I met Liam playing with Mendy who was teaching him some l
Nathan’s POV.I was still standing in the hallway, my heart thrumming from the encounter with the crowd. The tension itself was high, but I hardly noticed any of it. Lunaria had gone against my will and stepped outside and now their anger had turned on her instead. I bit back my frustration. It wasn’t her fault they’d all so easily raised their rage against me but I had wanted to protect her and instead she had almost caused a riot.I had left her behind, feeling for once that she would do what I asked her to even when left alone and unmonitored. She could have stayed in the office.Well, it was too late now. All I had to do was go back in and make sure she was okay and safe.But when I arrived at the office, it was vacant. Confused, I looked around. Where could she be? She wouldn’t have left without telling me – or at least, I had thought that.“Where’s Lunaria?” I turned to Sarah who was standing by the doorway and asked her.Sarah gave me a little, almost smug smile. “She left.
Lunaria’s POV.Nathan surprised me by showing up here and hugging me. With everything that had gone wrong, I had expected him to be furious. It was one thing to be mad at someone over little things but I had nearly killed his entire pack, I deserved to actually be sorry for that and I couldn’t imagine him being here with me.And why was he even here? This thing I did baffled me even more with each passing second and I held my breath while staring at him, looking for any sign of anger or resentment in his eyes.When the chaos with his pack had ended when my antidote hadn’t worked, there was no doubt in my mind he would explode. I almost couldn’t bear to think about the condemnation, the insults, whatever weight he’d throw behind what was rightly my fault.It was my fault the antidote hadn’t worked.I had gone through everything and seen how it was my fault and yes someone had definitely tampered with my results.The antidote I had created was a lot different from what had been given
Nathan’s POV.Lunaria's sudden question about my father threw me off balance even though I was expecting her to ask about him sooner or later. With what had happened in the pack this morning, I was certain that was the reason she had decided to ask of my father. The silence that invaded our midst after her sudden question made me start racking my head, thinking of the perfect tale to say to her. “I'm sorry, I shouldn't have asked about him?” Her voice made me snap my head in her direction and at once I grabbed her shoulder, peering right into her eyes. “Why? Is it because I didn't give you an immediate answer?” I huffed. “Come off it, you have the right to ask whatever question you want to,” I added. “But it seems to have brought memories which don't make you pleasant. The look on your face says it all.” She added.Flashing her a coy smile, I nodded, “You're right! Indeed your question brought back memories.”“Each time I think of how my father died, I always blame myself for bei
Author’s POV. Lunaria's hands trembled as Mendy helped her into the wedding attire and packed her hair in a bun. Just as Mendy stepped back to admire her handiwork, a soft knock at the door interrupted the moment. Mendy smiled and moved to answer it, she opened the door to find a young servant holding a small elegant envelope. "For the bride," the servant said, bowing slightly. “Thank you.” Came Mendy’s voice as she closed the door and walked over to Lunaria to hand her the envelope. Lunaria's heart skipped a beat as she took the envelope, her fingers tracing the seal. She recognized the symbol – Nathan's family crest. A gentle smile spread across her face as she opened the envelope and withdrew the letter inside. The poem, written in Nathan's own hand, spoke of his love for Lunaria, of the journey they had shared, and of the promises he made to her. It spoke of the moon goddess's blessing, of the love that had grown between them, and of the future they would build together. T
Lunaria’s POV.I sat on my throne, still trying to process everything that had happened. Mendy approached me, Lillian, by her side."Your Highness, I've assigned Lillian to work under you directly," Mendy said. "You and she will be in charge of her."I nodded, looking at Lillian."Lillian, go bring me some food," I said.But Lillian's head remained bowed in shame. I repeated my request, but she didn't move.Slowly, she raised her head, her eyes filled with tears."I...I can't bear working under you as a slave," she said, her voice trembling.I was taken aback by her words. I hadn't thought about how she would feel, being forced to serve me after everything that had happened."Lillian, I..." I started to say, but she cut me off."I would rather not be alive at all than be a slave," she said, her voice firm.And with that, she grabbed a sharp object from the nearest shoulder and pierced herself.I screamed, shocked by her action. Mendy rushed to her side, trying to stop the bleeding."L
Author’s POV.After everyone had disappeared for the day, leaving me, the elders, my stepmother, and my sister. They marched onto the throne room to confront me but I stood tall, my voice firm as I addressed Agatha.“Was it Sarah that gave you the Heirloom?” Agatha asked me."No, Sarah did not betray us, Agatha. Anthony found the real heirloom and exchanged it with the fake one."Nathan's face was still twisted in rage when he walked in and saw Agatha interrogating me, but as I waved at him to indicate that I was okay, I could see the tension in his body begin to ease. I turned to him, placing a calming hand on his arm as he came to stand beside me."Nathan, it's okay. The truth is out now."I turned back to Agatha, my eyes narrowing."Since everything is clear now, I will decide the fate of all the offenders." I moved to the throne, my voice ringing out across the room."According to our law, Agatha, you would be killed for your crimes. And Lillian, you would be reduced to a maid."T
Author’s POV.Lunaria's anger boiled over, threatening to consume her. She took a step forward, her hands clenched into fists. It took everything within her not to shred Agatha into pieces. How could she be so wicked and callous, killing her own husband and trying to take the throne from her rightful place? Killing her mother wasn't enough, she had the guts to kill her own husband for her daughter and she was okay with it.Nathan stepped forward, placing a calming hand on Lunaria's shoulder."It's okay, Lunaria. It's going to be alright. I am here for you, it's going to be alright,” Nathan assured.Lunaria took a deep breath, trying to calm down. She knew that if she did anything against the law, her rulership might be withdrawn, and her father's wish would never come to pass. She had to keep her emotions in check, no matter how hard it was.Agatha's face paled as she realized she was doomed. Sarah's revelation had exposed her secrets, and she knew she had to think fast. She wondered
Author’s POV.The elders said that Lilian and Lunaria would sit on the throne to decide who was truly the chosen heir.They asked who would go first and Lilian said she wanted to because she didn't want Lunaria to ever have the chance of sitting on the throne.So Lillian sat down on the throne, expecting something to happen. But nothing did. She stood up, wondering if she had done something wrong, and sat down again. Still, nothing happened.The heirloom remained dull and lifeless on her neck, refusing to shine.Lunaria was then called forward.She walked calmly to the throne and sat down. As soon as she did, the necklace around her neck shone bright. But that was not the only surprising thing - Lunaria's head began to transform, taking on the features of a Lycan queen.The room fell silent, with everyone staring in shock at Lunaria. Then, in unison, they bowed down to her. Lillian's face turned red with rage and disappointment.“This is a lie, you wore me the fake Heirloom,” Lilian c
Author’s POV.The room was filled with anticipation as the elders took their seats, their faces solemn and expressionless.Lillian emerged, her beautiful dress shimmering in the light, and took her place at the front of the room. The late king's equipment was brought forward, and Lillian was asked to kneel.The ceremony was about to begin, and Lunaria knew it was her time to act. She stepped forward, her voice clear and confident."I apologize, but we cannot proceed with the ceremony. It goes against my father's wishes."The room fell silent, with all eyes on Lunaria. She handed the will she had found to the eldest elder, who read it out loud. The room was filled with murmurs and gasps as the contents of the will were revealed.Lillian's face turned red with rage as she screamed,"This is useless! The tradition is clear: only the one with the heirloom can ascend the throne!" She turned to the elders, her voice pleading."My father must have been clueless about Lunaria's true nature. S
Author’s POV.Lillian's nerves were on edge as she sat outside, feeding Liam. The coronation was just a day away, and she was already losing hope that she would ever get back the throne. She had been preparing for this moment her whole life, but now that it was finally here, she was filled with doubt.She didn't have any plans, Anthony hadn't said anything to her nor Nathan everywhere had been calm and quiet and it worried her so much.“Mum, is everything okay?” Liam asked when Lunaria became momentarily lost in thoughts and she smiled when Liam’s question jolted her back to reality.“Everything is fine, my pumpkin. Mun is just slightly worried about the future,” Lunaria replied, forcing a smile.“Why are you worried? Does Dad know? You can talk to him about it. Have you reached out to him? He made me promise to make sure you are never worried,” Liam said and Lunaria squeezed his hand.“Don’t worry Liam, I will sort everything out myself, we don't have to make your father worried too,
Author’s POV.Henry's face lit up with excitement as he saw the heirloom in Lillian's hand. He reached out to take it, but Lillian shifted her hands, a sly smile spreading across her face."First, another hug," she said, her voice playful.Henry's expression softened, and he wrapped his arms around her, pulling her close again. Lillian handed him the heirloom when they disengaged from the hug, and he thanked her, his voice filled with gratitude."I was going to marry Lunaria just to get my hands on this," he said, his eyes gleaming with triumph."But now, thanks to you, I have it. I don't need Lunaria anymore or anyone. What I want has finally come to me,” He laughed.“What are you talking about, Henry?” Lilian asked, her expression faltered, confusion etched on her face."Is that all you wanted? Even from me?" she asked him, her voice laced with uncertainty.“Wow!” Henry laughed, a mocking glint in his eyes."You really are naive, aren't you? Do you think I ever loved you, Lillian? Y
Author’s POV.Sarah's face radiated joy as she walked away from the elders' chambers. What she wanted had been decided, Lilian would be the next ruler of the Lycan kingdom as she wanted, and she finally would be able to make connections with the lycan and be a powerful Luna feared by all. The thought of her helping Lilian out to achieve that made her more excited knowing Lilian would never forget the role she played and the help she rendered.She had done it – made it impossible for Lunaria to become the Lycan queen to take all the power and glory she didn't deserve. She wanted to make sure she suffered for holding Nathan captive long enough until the moment. She had vowed Lunaria would never know what happiness was and she said she must make sure she sees her shed tears.She was happy she had tarnished Lunaria’s image in front of the elders who would never trust Lunaria again, not after her deception. She was now a liar in front of them so even though she comes up with another solu