Lunaria’s POV.Though this has always been my dream, I was still trying to grapple with the fact that it came to pass. Nathan had asked me to be his Luna, what more could I ask of him? With my heart bubbling with joy, I returned Nathan’s kiss with an equal fervor. I’m kissing the love of my life! — I yelled in my head, leaning even more closer as I couldn't get enough of him.After a while, I broke away from the kiss, pushing my hair off my face. I had accepted to be his Luna, what about father? Is he going to accept this too? “Are you alright?” He asked, peering into my eyes and immediately, I loosened my face as I was frowning hard. “What is my father saying?” I asked, my breath hitched as my heart slammed against my chest in a quick succession. Father had always wanted me to get married to Henry even though at some point he permitted me to marry whoever I wanted. “About what?” He asked, holding my arm tenderly as he peered into my eyes. “Our union.” I managed to blurt out
Lunaria’s POV.My heart fell into my stomach as I stared at Henry in front of us. Why did he have to come at this time? Once again, I couldn't help but to start blaming myself. If only I had ignored Stepmom and Lillian and left with Nathan, he wouldn't have met us here to spoil our moment. For more than ten minutes, he remained in his earlier position, alternating his gaze between me and Nathan in quick succession. When it seemed like he wasn't going to return to his senses anytime soon, Nathan held my hand, wanting to steer me behind him but I refused. “I will face him,” I said stubbornly but he wouldn't hear of it. With his grip even more tightened now, he attempted the same thing but I remained rigid, thwarting his efforts. Wriggling my hand from his grip, I stepped forward with an intimidating look on my face and then complemented it with a strong pose, my hands strapped across my chest. “Talk to me directly.” I smacked my lips, my confidence not wavering even for a secon
Lunaria’s POV.Finally, it was all over. Shifting my gaze to Nathan, I closed the gap between us and then held his hands, giving them a soft squeeze, “I’m sorry.” I apologized, pressing my lips into a thin line. The way Henry had referred to him as earlier was enough to cause a fight between them but he was able to hold himself back. “You know Henry acts like a psychopath most times, you shouldn't think much about his words,” I mumbled, this time around, locking gaze with him as I had mustered enough courage to do that. His lips parted into a smile and with his hand resting on my shoulder he said, “I should be the one apologizing instead. If only I had handled your father’s business, this wouldn't have happened.” “It's all my fault, don't blame yourself, okay.” He added, patting my cheek.“I'm sorry about the interruption…” Father's voice came through and at once, we shifted our attention to him. “It seems both of you are heading out.” He cocked his brow and I nodded in response
Author’s POV.Since Nathan left, Sarah had been trying to find out where he was headed and what he was up to but it was to no avail.She kept trying to get words from Gideon who also had no idea of where he was, leaving her even more frustrated.“He is definitely going to be with Lunaria at this point, but what are both of them up to?” She pondered on this for a while.Each time she learnt they were together, she wasn't at ease and was always plotting ways on how to thwart their meeting but she doesn't have what it takes to do so.The moment she heard the engine in the parking lot, she hurriedly made her way toward the window and then took a peep.At first, she thought it was Gideon who had just returned but when Lunaria stepped out of the car all dolled up, her eyes widened.“No, this can't be happening?” She screamed, darting her eyes round as beads of perspiration gathered on her forehead.Biting her fingers, she tried to stop her raging breath but it was to no avail as she just co
Author’s POV.“Lunaria!” Nathan yelled on top of his voice and when he didn't get a response from her, he ran to her side and then began to shake her vigorously.“What happened to her?”Different questions rented the atmosphere as Nathan was trying to resuscitate her without involving the healers.The noise which had attracted Gideon made him dash into the room and at once, he made his way to Nathan’s side to find out what was going on.“Her pulse?” Gideon asked with a panicking tone.“She is still breathing.” Came Nathan's response as he scooped her into his arm.Ignoring the elders who were trying to get words from him, he made his way to his bedroom and after confirming that she was still breathing, he turned towards Gideon who was right behind him.“Get all the healers in the pack here immediately. None of them should be left out and they should appear as soon as they get the message.” He ratted out, his chest heaving up and down in frustration.Pacing about his room, he had his h
Nathan’s POV.Sarah was saying nothing but the truth but still, I was furious at her for bringing up something I thought had been buried up.Thanks to her, there was definitely going to be chaos in the pack as the elders were going to stand in opposition to my union with her but that was the least of my concerns.Before now, it has always been Lunaria and after now, it's still going to be her.No one is going to change it, not even Sarah who felt she was protecting us, the elders, or the pack members who were definitely going to create a scene.“Nathan, you need to understand me. I’m doing this for your good and that of Lunaria.” Sarah broke into my lines of thoughts and immediately, I snapped my head upwards.“You shouldn't repeat that,” I said through my teeth, walking past her.The moment I stepped out of my bedroom, Gideon returned with the healers and after a nod of consent from me, he led them inside the room while I loitered about in the hallway.While doing this, I could feel
Lunaria’s POV. The darkness of the endless woods enveloped me as I ran for my life, the angry mob's shouts echoing all around as they chased after me. Their harsh words pierced through the silence of the night, fueling my terror and determination to get away. "You'll pay for what you've done to us!" they cried, their voices full of anger. "Do you think you can escape just because you're a lycan?" they jeered, their relentless pursuit driving me deeper into the heart of the woods as I continued trying to run for my life. I could feel the trees closing in around me, branches snagging my clothes as I fought to stay one step ahead of them. As I stumbled through the undergrowth, their threats grew more sinister. "We'll make sure your life is a living hell," they spat. "And when we're done, we'll hang you for your sins!" A sob caught in my throat as the mob closed in on me, their fiery torches casting menacing shadows on the forest floor. Before I could react, they grabbed me, bin
Lunaria's POV.I stood in the passageway, wondering if everything was ever going to stop. The voices of the servants reminded me so much of the dream I had and I felt fear gripped me so hard that I became paralyzed and couldn’t move.It was like I was in a trance and they were all laughing at me and soon, it was like they now all gathered me with their voices asking different things at the same time and growing angry and accusingly and I felt air living in my lungs.I tried to shake it off my mind but it only got worse and before I could realize it, I couldn’t move anymore and fell.“Please help me,” my voice whimpered as I continued feeling like I was going to die. I couldn’t come out of the trance and it was like more angry faces and mobs were surrounding me, preventing me from moving and being able to breathe.A tear slid down my cheeks as I wondered if that was how I was going to die. No servants were coming to my rescue and freeing myself from the trance I was in felt so impossib
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