--Alyssa--“I didn’t know about it,” I said, my voice barely a whisper. He stood up abruptly, his chair scraping the floor, and left the room without another word. Confusion and hurt washed over me. Why did he leave? Was he angry? He seemed to take it well just moments ago.I needed to talk to Grandma. I hadn’t told her about my plan to reveal my true identity to Xavier. What was I even thinking? My mind was so clouded with conflicting thoughts that I hadn’t sought her advice on whether it was a good idea. But Xavier had said he didn’t despise us, so why did he react this way now?I found myself standing in front of her door, my knuckles rapping against the wood before I pushed it open. The scent of her lavender sachets and the familiar creak of the floorboards greeted me as I stepped inside.“Grandma, I just told Xavier who I was,” I blurted out, anxiety tightening my chest. She shot up from her chair, eyes wide with alarm.“You did what?” she exclaimed, her voice trembling with pani
--Alyssa--Relief washed over me. Xavier wasn’t angry; he just wanted to think. I wanted to know what was on his mind, the thoughts that occupied him so intensely.“Sleep,” he said gently, covering me with the duvet. His touch was tender, a stark contrast to the turmoil I sensed within him. Grandma had already left for her room, telling me to mindlink her if there was any problem."Xavier," I called softly, looking up at him. He smiled, but it didn't reach his eyes. There was so much going on in his mind, and I was troubled by the unknown. He didn't look like someone willing to hurt me; he seemed more like a lost soul, trying his best to ensure I was okay despite his own struggles.“Hmmm,” he responded, his tone neutral. I had nothing more to say, the words caught in my throat."I will be back," he said after a moment, walking out of the room. He switched off the light before leaving, plunging the room into darkness. I lay there, staring at the ceiling, feeling terrible. Maybe I shoul
--Alyssa--She visited you?” he asked, making me nod at him.He had his smile on for a while, but it faded.“What are you going to do if they find out?” I asked him, watching as his eyes softened with concern.He smiled gently. “Go and sleep, okay? I will think about that. It is my own trouble to handle. My responsibility to you is to protect you,” he said, his voice steady and reassuring. But I didn't feel like sleeping. The only thing I wanted now was to explain to him how I ended up with Grandma. He had not heard the story yet, and I wanted him to. I couldn't help but feel that telling him my story would make him know that I was not lying when I told him that I just found out about it.“I do not feel like sleeping at the moment. Let me tell you a story,” I said to him, my voice a little shaky with the weight of the memories. He nodded, tired of telling me to go to sleep.“I grew up with my grandma,” I began, “thinking that my parents left me in the forest and she found me and broug
--Alyssa--"There is a commotion in front of the palace," someone said as I was in the kitchen trying to get water.I paused, my hand still gripping the pitcher. "What's happening?" I asked, stopping a maid who was hurrying past."A woman is complaining. That is all I know, Luna," she said, bowing briefly before continuing on her way.Curiosity piqued, I decided to follow her. As I stepped outside, the noise grew louder, a cacophony of raised voices blending into an indistinct roar. My heart sank when I realized Xavier was nowhere in sight.The crowd was massive, a sea of faces contorted with various expressions of anger, concern, and curiosity. As soon as they noticed me, a hush fell over the assembly, and every eye turned toward me. The weight of their stares was almost physical, pressing down on me, making me feel exposed and vulnerable. I could feel my palms growing clammy, and a knot of anxiety twisted in my stomach.In the center of the commotion stood a young White wolf, no old
--Alyssa--Her mother looked at her in shock. "You don’t understand what you’re saying," she hissed, but her daughter stood firm."I do understand," she replied. "I feel the bond. He is my mate, and I won’t reject him."The crowd’s reaction was mixed; some looked moved by her words, while others still harbored doubt and suspicion. The tension was palpable, a fragile balance that could tip either way."Are we not part of you now?" Noah’s voice cut through the crowd like a blade, his eyes dark and intense. He stood tall, his presence commanding respect and attention."You have accepted us into your pack, g
--Alyssa--"White wolves cannot reject their mates like that," Noah said, a faint smile playing on his lips. His calm demeanor seemed to contrast sharply with the tension hanging in the air, adding an eerie stillness to the room.I watched as Jasmine's mother began to crumble under the weight of Noah's words. Her eyes, filled with disbelief and sorrow, mirrored the anguish that clawed at her heart. "How could the Moon Goddess do such a thing?" she cried, her voice trembling. "We could refuse, but they could not?"Noah's expression softened slightly, but his eyes remained resolute. "Do not question her," he said firmly. His voice held a tone of reverence, one that silenced any murmurs of dissent instantly. The place fell into a hushed silence, and the woman's fear was palpable.Noah's encounters with the Moon Goddess were legendary, tales whispered in the dead of night by those who dared to believe in the divine. His unwavering faith in her decisions was something to be reckoned with,
--Alyssa--The hall buzzed with a mixture of tension and curiosity as I walked in, taking a seat on one of the plush chairs near the center. Aunt Florence and the rest of Xavier’s family were gathered, their expressions a blend of shock and contemplation. Whatever conclusions they drew from today's events would undoubtedly shape their opinions about me once they discovered my true identity.“This is mad! I never thought something like this would ever be possible,” Christopher said, breaking the silence. His voice was a mix of disbelief and awe. I turned my head slightly, trying to gauge the depth of his reaction as I settled into my chair.“Not just you,” Meredith chimed in, her voice carrying the weight of her own astonishment. I studied her face, searching for any telltale signs of deeper feelings or hidden judgments. Her expression was hard to read, a mask of composed surprise.“The adults are all thinking deeply. This is the first time anything like this has ever happened,” Aunt F
--Alyssa--No one wanted their children to mate with a White wolf. That was the conclusion I reached after speaking to Xavier’s family. Meredith and Loveth were kind enough to share their thoughts, but it was only Loveth who seemed open to the idea. However, she confessed that her parents would never agree to it.I felt lost and confused, unsure of what to do next. The only thing that gave me some solace was knowing that Xavier was aware of the situation. He always had a way of making things seem like they would be okay, no matter how bleak they appeared.As I lay under the duvet, trying to sort through my thoughts, Lily knocked gently on the door and entered my room with a tray in hand.“Alpha Xavier said that I should bring you this soup,” she said softly.The smell of the soup wafted over to me, but I didn’t have the appetite for it. The weight of everything was too heavy for me to focus on eating. I just wanted to be left alone, to wallow in my confusion and uncertainty. With Gran
--Alyssa--Meridith couldn’t stop smiling as she leaned closer to get a better look at the twins nestled in my arms. “Pups? They are so cute and look just like Xavier,” she cooed, her eyes sparkling with affection.Xavier, however, was lost in thought, his gaze fixed on our babies with an intensity that made me chuckle. He seemed entirely absorbed, as if the world outside didn’t exist. Seeing him so captivated by the sight of our children softened my heart, but I couldn’t shake the nagging guilt that lingered beneath the surface.Everyone in the room seemed unbothered by the events outside, as if the weight of what was happening hadn’t reached them. They were caught up in the joy of the moment, admiring the twins, and it made me feel strangely out of place. I was here, surrounded by warmth and family, while others were grieving just beyond the palace walls. The contrast was hard to ignore, and I knew I had to act soon.“Can we break the curse now?” I asked, my voice cutting through th
“Xavier!” Meridith called out to me, her voice cutting through the quiet murmur of the room. “When is Alyssa coming?” she asked, making everyone turn their attention toward me, waiting expectantly for an answer.“Soon,” I replied, though their faces showed clear disappointment. I knew they missed her, and so did I, but for her safety, I couldn’t do anything reckless. The weight of their expectation hung in the air, but my priority was always her protection.But something gnawed at me. Why would Nathaniel—who always kept me informed of his whereabouts—suddenly go off on an errand without telling me? It wasn’t like him. He always let me know where he was, and this sudden disappearance made me unease.Aurelia’s POVThere was a knock on the door, causing all of us to freeze. Nobody ever knocked on our door, not unexpectedly like this."Did Xavier tell you he was coming?" Mom asked, her eyes filled with concern. I shook my head, feeling a pit form in my stomach. We were supposed to leave
I could hardly believe what was happening. Most of the Alphas had been killed—just in one night—which sent panic rippling throughout the Kingdom. This was not how I envisioned welcoming my mate and pups home. The atmosphere was thick with tension and fear; I knew that those who had plotted against Alyssa and my innocent children were receiving their just desserts.“Have you heard? The Alpha of St. Lucas was reported dead just now,” Nathaniel said, his expression grave. My heart sank as the weight of his words settled in. This was more serious than we had initially thought.“So what are their families doing about it?” I asked, my voice strained with uncertainty. I was in no position to intervene after everything they had done to me.“They are calling for your help,” he replied, a hint of mischief playing on his lips.“Now they want my help when just a few days ago they wanted to kill me?” I laughed, incredulous at their desperation. This was surely the work of the Moon Goddess, a twist
I strode straight into my room, Nathaniel still at my heels, his excitement palpable. I approached my phone, heart racing as I prepared to dial the number I had yearned to call every night and day.Taking a deep breath, I punched in the digits, my fingers trembling slightly with anticipation.“Hello?” I heard my mate’s voice on the other end, and a wave of relief washed over me.“Alyssa,” I breathed, the sound of her name sending a rush of warmth through my veins. “It’s me.”There was a moment of silence before she responded, her tone a mixture of surprise and joy. “Xavier! I can’t believe it’s really you!”Hearing her voice brought back the memories of our moments together—the laughter, the love, the dreams we shared for our future. I closed my eyes, allowing the sound of her voice to wash over me like a soothing balm.“I’ve missed you every day,” I confessed, my heart aching with longing. “I finally stood up to the council. They tried to break me, but they can’t control what I’ve bu
I entered the room, and the atmosphere shifted. As usual, all the Alphas were present, their expressions a mix of curiosity and disdain. I didn’t bother to greet them; instead, I took my seat with an air of defiance, determined to remain unyielding in the face of their scrutiny.“Xavier Black of the Blood Moon Pack, do you swear to tell the truth and nothing but the truth?” Elder Simon asked, his voice authoritative yet tinged with a hint of amusement. I knew he had always been fond of me, and it seemed that sentiment hadn’t waned, even in the face of this farce.“I swear to tell nothing but the truth,” I replied, my tone steady.Before Elder Simon could continue, Elder Samuel shot up from his seat, interrupting the proceedings. I rolled my eyes in exasperation; he always seemed to have a knack for stealing the spotlight from Simon, making it difficult for the process to flow smoothly.“Do you still not know the whereabouts of your mate?” he inquired, his tone sharp.“I passed the tes
--XAVIER POV--It had been two whole months since Aurelia left, and every single day, I felt the urge to break own, to cry, but I knew I couldn’t afford to lose my composure. I had to stay strong, to remain calm if I was going to survive this manipulative game the Alphas were playing. Aurelia had slipped away quietly before anyone noticed. By the time the council arrived, she was already gone, leaving me to face their barrage of questions. I was questioned endlessly, but thanks to the bond with my wolf, I was able to lie convincingly.They didn’t believe me—why would they? But they had no proof, and more importantly, no right to treat me like a prisoner. I had played my part well, and it baffled me how foolish they were to think I would simply tell them the truth. The bond with one’s wolf was sacred in the werewolf realm, and by the decree of the Moongoddess, a wolf could never lie. But mine did. Somehow, I managed to deceive them, and it worked.I couldn’t help but wonder if the Moo
Tears blurred my vision as I glanced at Mom, who stood beside me, her own eyes filled with emotion. She had been so strong throughout it all, but now, seeing her grandchild, her tears flowed freely. Grandma was nearby too, her hands clasped together, a proud smile lighting up her face. The room was filled with so much love, so much joy.But just as I began to think it was over, a sudden, sharp pain shot through me, taking my breath away. I gasped, my body tensing as fear gripped me once more. “Something’s wrong!” I cried out, panic creeping into my voice.The midwife, who had been carefully watching over me, quickly moved to check. Her expression remained calm, and after a moment, she looked up at me with a reassuring smile. “No, Alyssa, nothing’s wrong. You’re having another baby.”Another baby. The words took a moment to register in my exhausted mind. Another baby? My heart raced as the realization dawned on me. Twins. I was having twins.The pain came back in waves, and I gripped t
It had been an entire month since I last heard from Xavier, and the worry gnawed at me constantly. Every day, I cried myself to sleep, the emptiness in my heart growing with each passing hour. I couldn’t help but think about him, about where he was and what he might be going through. But there was one thing that kept me going—the certainty that he was still alive. If he weren’t, I would have felt it deep inside me. That was the one thing mates shared, a connection that transcended distance and time. It was that bond that reassured me, even in the darkest moments, that Xavier was out there somewhere, fighting to return to us.Yet, despite that fragile hope, I was falling apart. In Grandma and Mom’s words, I looked terrible. My skin had paled, and the bags under my eyes were dark and heavy from countless sleepless nights. My clothes barely fit, and I’d stopped caring about my appearance long ago. The weight of uncertainty was crushing.As much as I tried to stay positive, the constant
--Alyssa--We were watching a movie, a popular request from Grandma, but my mind kept wandering back to Mom and what could have possibly happened. I couldn't shake the worry that gnawed at the edges of my thoughts, despite trying to focus on the screen in front of me. Something didn’t feel right, and I could tell that both Grandma and I were distracted.“There’s a knock, Grandma,” I said softly, even though it had been faint. My ears had picked it up nonetheless. Grandma didn't seem to notice at first, but then came another knock, louder this time, clear enough to be undeniable.“I’ll check it,” she said, motioning for me to stay seated. She rose slowly from her chair and made her way to the door, her steps deliberate, as if she, too, felt a shift in the air.A moment later, I heard her say, “Elizabeth.”The sound of that name startled me to my feet before my brain could even register what was happening. Mom. She was here. “Mom?” I called out, my voice filled with both relief and conf