Gabe POVDay after day, Sebastian and I met in the library, sifting through countless tales that claimed to hold the truth. The deeper we delved, the more tangled the stories became, each one contradicting the next, leaving us unsure of what to believe. It felt like trying to piece together a puzzle where none of the pieces fit quite right.Sebastian often left to spend time with his sisters, and occasionally, he invited me along. At first, I felt out of place, intruding on their family moments. But as the days dragged on, and the mate bond continued to gnaw at my soul, I realized I needed more than just books to fill the void Ruby's absence left behind. Over a week had passed, and still, there was no word from her.The tension in the palace was palpable. I overheard the Queen and Ruby's mother arguing about her well-being, with Luna Kiera insisting that Ruby wasn't ready to be on her own. She coddled Ruby the same way she did Sebastian, convinced that neither could survive without he
Sebastian POVThe cold northern wind whipped through the trees, sending a chill through the stone house where I paced restlessly. Each creak of the wooden floor echoed louder in my ears, underscoring my parents' disapproval."Sebastian, you're being reckless," my father's voice boomed, sharp with authority. "The North is safe as long as we're together."My mother's tone was softer, but just as firm. "You don't understand what you're asking. It's not just about you. Think of us, we can't lose you."Frustration simmered beneath my skin. Their fears were valid, but their insistence on keeping me safe was suffocating. I needed to find Ruby. I had to confront the darkness haunting me, and I couldn't do that by staying in the North."I have to go," I said, my voice edged with desperation. "I've seen the future, and it's not just some nightmare. It's real. I have to stop it."Kiera's voice broke through, pleading. "Sebastian, please. Just give me some time. Grandpa is working on something. T
Gabe POVI waited at the edge of a small village for Sebastian, the last piece of this so-called Kingdom. The crescent moon hung low in the sky, a faint sliver of light amidst the darkened horizon. Doubt gnawed at me, questioning if this was the right decision. Maybe rejecting Ruby and fleeing back home would be wiser. But deep down, I knew I wouldn't leave either of them. Despite all the lies we'd grown up with, my path was clear. I had to help Sebastian control whatever darkness possessed him, and I needed my mate by my side.I didn't like Sebastian's idea of having Ruby burn away the darkness inside him. After overhearing his long, grueling arguments with his parents, I knew better than to disagree with him. It didn't matter what I thought anyway, there was no way Ruby would kill him. I might not have known how close Sebastian claimed they were, but I knew her well enough. She wasn't capable of hurting others, no matter how much she tried to pretend otherwise. I could sense the gui
Note: This is book 2 of Her Triple Alpha’s Revenge. You can read as standalone but it will spoil parts of book 1. Ruby POV"Ruuuuby!" My mother's voice pierced the air for the tenth time this morning, her frustration practically shaking the walls. You'd think being ten minutes late was some kind of world-ending crisis."I'm coming, I'm coming!" I yelled back, rolling my eyes as I put the finishing touches on my pixie cut with a single purple streak in the front. Short black hair wasn't just a style; it was a statement, and you couldn't just walk out looking like a mess. "She thinks the King and Queen actually care what she looks like," my step-sister hissed to the other two harpies. They weren't really my sisters; none of us were blood-related, but surviving near death together apparently made us family. Or so the world thought. The world was wrong.My three "sisters" were inseparable, a trio of toxic clones. Me? I was the outlier. The weird one with purple eyes and hands that occas
Sebastian POV"Good! That's what I like to see." My trainer clapped me on the back, ignoring the blood dripping from my mouth. I had just finished my last battle, the final test to prove myself as Alpha, and I couldn't wait to leave this place behind. I didn't exactly want to go home; too much pressure and uncertainty awaited me there, but after a year of nonstop fighting, I was done.As the future Alpha of not just my pack but all the lands of the North and South, I was expected to be strong, fearsome, and dominant. But I didn't feel any of that. Sure, I was built like a beast, just like my fathers, but my soul was all my mother's. I hated fighting, cried when my people were hurt, and even got physically ill when I had to yell at someone. Pathetic, right? Not exactly the qualities of an Alpha or a man.My parents showered me with love and attention, my siblings clung to me like I was some kind of rock star, and my pack looked to me as their fearless leader. I had to be all those thin
Ruby POVI was so happy Sebastian was finally home. I cried for days when he first left, even though I acted like it was nothing big when saying goodbye to him. It was hard for me to show my feelings completely. Most of my life, people feared me and even tried to harm me. Sebastian was the only one who looked at me like I wasn't some freak. "You look like a slut." Shelia walked into my room in a yellow frilly dress."You look like a damn bumble bee. What are you trying to attract, honey or a man?" I rolled my eyes at her, my hands pushing up my tiny breast in a dark purple dress I wore. My boobs were so small I barely had anything to show off."At least I don't need to stuff my bra to look like a woman." Shelia puffed her chest out, her large knockers nearly bursting from her dress. She was actually very pretty, but she dressed ridiculously, and that voice of hers was like nails on a chalkboard. Five minutes alone with her and the boys went running. "Whatever! Get out, loser." I sho
Sebastian POV"You excited, sweetie?" My mom pinched my cheek, and I sighed. I was a mama's boy at heart, but Luna Kiera could be a bit much. I don't think she realized I grew past eight years old. Despite being twice her size, she still treated me like a child."Yes, of course. This is my pack and home." I gave her a smile, hiding the weight of what the night would bring. Not only was I being celebrated with the intention of soon taking over our pack as Alpha, but tonight, I also planned to tell Ruby the truth.I was in love with her, desperately and wholeheartedly. In all my nightmares, there was one constant, one shred of hope and goodness: Ruby. She would always appear at my darkest moment. When I had given up on myself, relinquishing my soul to the evil that lived within me, Ruby would appear. At first, she was just a child, a little girl with red bows in her long black hair. She would speak to me so innocently, forcing me to realize who I truly was. She gave me the courage to f
Ruby POVThe grand celebration in the North was, as always, a spectacular affair under Luna Kiera's meticulous care. She spared no expense and had a knack for keeping the crowd entertained. Light flurries of snow added a magical touch to the fading sun, music floated through the air, kids raced across the frozen lake, and families reveled in the many games and booths. It was like a carnival, complete with an ice rink, food trucks, hot chocolate, and laughter echoing everywhere.For the first hour, Sebastian and I raced around the grounds, competing fiercely in everything from milk jug toss to cornhole. He looked dashing in his black suit, with a dark purple handkerchief that matched my dress. He always made these small gesture to remind me I wasn't alone. Sebastian was the best friend anyone could ask for, but he was also the future King, and duty inevitably called.As the evening wore on, he made his way around the grounds, greeting and chatting with families. Meanwhile, I spent the