Lunaria's POV.“I’m still uncertain whether this might create a problem for us though, “ Nathan whispered into my ear amidst our hug.I pulled away and stared into his eyes before grasping his hands, determination burning within me.“Why are you being like this? Did my father even mention that he didn't want us to marry? He only mentioned he wanted me back but didn't kick you out,” I let out, getting angry at him.“I know lunaria but it's not as easy as you think. He might want to use that to separate us. Maybe he didn't want you to see me again that's why he is saying that,” Nathan replied unconvinced.“So what did you want him to say after such rumors? He should congratulate you that your pack did good publicity for his daughter. Will you be happy to hear such rumors about your daughter if you are in his shoes?” I yelled at him.“I am sorry lunaria, it is not what you think. Are you angry? You should be, I just had a moment of doubt,” Nathan confessed and hugged me which calmed my t
Lunaria's POV.Why did this have to happen now? Just when I thought I had found a way to balance my love for Nathan and my duty to my pack, fate snatched away the one person who had always supported me.“Why? Why did my father have to go now? It’s only been six years I had spent with him after being away from him for almost two decades.Meeting him again after he found me was a blessing and had been one of the reasons I could happily start my life all over again even after losing my memories and feeling like life had been snatched away from me.He had always supported him and he never had a reason to treat me unfairly despite my mother not being alive. He always mentioned it was one of the reasons he would render his life to protect me.“Has he done that? Is that what he did? Is that why he died? What will I do now? Did the rumors cause him hypertension leading to his death, it didn’t make sense.My father was a very strong and determined man who wouldn't joke with his health at all b
Nathan’s POV.When I returned from an important meeting some hours later after Lunaria had left, I started to hear more rumors again.“She is still a murderer,” someone said. “How could she do such a thing? I can’t even imagine being close to her. She is a walking enigma.”“I just hope alpha Nathan notices what she is before it is too late.”“Oh dear. Now what would her pack do with him gone?”With who gone? What was going on?My beta ran to me as I entered my palace as he sighed.“We have a big problem,” he said as I nodded.“Yes we do. And it is the pandemic of rumors. I am going to deal with all of those people still spreading rumors about lunaria. At least if I teach a few people some lessons they would learn.”But he shook his head. “Alpha… that should be the least of your concerns.”“What do you mean?” I asked.Seeing his brows knitted in that manner told me something serious had happened and I followed him to my study.“What is it?” I asked as soon as I closed the door behind m
Author’s POV.The Pack House was quiet, the only sounds to be heard were the barely audible mutterings from the elders and the spectators around.They had gathered in a corner of the sunroom, sitting in chairs arranged in a partial circle.Their faces were grave and etched with sadness. The previous Lycan King’s death had created an obvious void throughout not only their world, but now they also faced an important decision regarding what would happen next.It was important that they chose a new successor immediately or it would cause chaos and many outsiders would seek to invade the pack and take over it as they would feel they could handle the pack with no one’s help.Lunaria sat midway across the room with Nathan pressed against her side. She knew he was here providing her comfort, yet she couldn’t feel it like she normally should have been able to. To her other side sat her stepmother Agatha and Lillian her stepsister, both wore expressions of thinly veiled triumph.It was almost l
Lunaria’s POV.While the meeting went on, I couldn’t even do anything but lay in my seat and stare into space with tears in my eyes.The meeting was a blur. I was in a room full of elders, with Nathan by my side, and yet I had never felt more alone than I felt at that moment.My father was dead. The idea of his death sat on my chest like an anvil, threatening to break through me.All the talk about the throne, the heirloom, who should lead — it may as well have been in another language or about someone else’s life because I wasn’t even paying attention to anything they said or argued about.How could I think about ruling when I hadn’t even faced his death?My father. My alpha was gone.I knew what they were here for was important as soon the wolves would come to take the throne but it still felt like I needed to breathe away from this place.Voices rose around me — arguing now — but all I heard were his echoes: his laugh, his counsel … he had always had faith in me. Had he somehow kno
Nathan's POV.I walked alongside Liam, trying to distract him from the questions he kept asking about his mother's tears. But no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't shake off the feeling of worry that had been gnawing at me since the meeting.Lunaria was being accused of killing her own father, and it was all because of me. The guilt was suffocating me. I didn't know how to help her, how to prove her innocence."Liam, look! A bird!" I exclaimed, pointing to a nearby tree.Liam's eyes widened, and he took off running towards the tree. I chased after him, laughing, trying to keep up the charade.But as we walked, Liam's questions started again. "Uncle Nathan, why was Mommy crying?"I knelt down beside him, trying to come up with a reasonable explanation. "Sometimes, grown-ups get sad, Liam. It doesn't mean anything is wrong with her. She just needs some time to feel better."Liam looked up at me with big, round eyes. "But why was she sad?"I sighed, feeling helpless. "I don't know, budd
Lunaria's POV.I pulled away from Anthony, apologizing for breaking down in front of him. But he just smiled and said I didn't have to apologize, that I had every right to cry on his shoulders."We always cried on each other's shoulders, didn't we?" he said, his eyes nostalgic and I forced a smile.I nodded, feeling a twinge of sadness. I wished I could remember more of our past, but it was all still a blur.“Should I tell you some more about our childhood to make you feel better?” he asked, his eyes sparkling as he grinned at me.I nodded and sat up to listen to him, wanting to hear anything that would distract me from the pain I had been feeling in my heart since my father passed."Okay. I've got a joke to make you feel better," he said, his voice light and playful as he got ready."Okay, I could use a laugh. Go ahead,” I said, raising an eyebrow, intrigued.Anthony cleared his throat as he said."Why did the scarecrow win an award?". "I don't know, why?"I shook my head, playing a
Lunaria's POV.I stood up, my heart racing as I watched Nathan turn to leave. I felt a pang of fear, unsure of how to explain the situation to him. I hadn't expected him to see that before I told Anthony how I felt about him so I was afraid that Nathan might jump to a conclusion and I feared what might happen to our relationship after now."Anthony, I need to talk to you," I said, turning to face him, angry at him for kissing me."What is it, Lunaria?" Anthony asked, his expression intense.I took a deep breath, trying to gather my thoughts. I was angry and wanted to lash at him and say words that would hurt him but then I knew I had to keep it cool. Even though he acted out of character, he was a friend from my childhood. I didn't want our friendship to go sour."Whatever we had in the past, it's just that - in the past. I don't even remember it, Anthony. And even if I did, it wouldn't change the fact that I'm with Nathan now,” I declared boldly looking at him to let him know how ser
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