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The Broker's Proposal

Penulis: Dallas Ryan
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-01-17 08:52:29

The forest was alive with the sound of the wind, its icy fingers threading through the skeletal branches and carrying whispers of secrets long buried. Vivi moved through the darkness with deliberate steps, her breath visible in the cold air as she clutched her coat tighter around her body. Her heart pounded in her chest, a drumbeat of both fear and resolve. The faint glow of the Starfire within her pulsed with every step, a constant reminder of the power she carried—and the danger it attracted.

She shouldn’t have come alone. Xander would have been furious if he knew, and Kane and Dax wouldn’t have been far behind in their anger. But this wasn’t a conversation she could risk involving them in. Not yet. The Broker’s message had been clear: 'Come alone, or lose everything you hold dear.'

Those words had haunted her since the wolf in the cell had rasped them out in its tortured voice. The Broker was watching, waiting, and Vivi didn’t doubt for a second that the threat was real. If this me
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    The compound came into view as Vivi pushed through the dense forest, her body running on pure adrenaline. Her heart pounded in her chest, the Broker’s words still echoing in her mind. She’d made it back before dawn, but just barely. The first rays of sunlight were beginning to creep over the horizon, casting long shadows across the clearing.She paused just inside the tree line, taking a deep breath to steady herself. She needed to act normal, casual. If Xander, Kane, or Dax suspected what she’d done, there would be hell to pay. She couldn’t risk that—not when they were already stretched thin dealing with Liam’s pack, the poachers, and the augmented wolf in the holding cells.The last thing they needed was to know she’d willingly walked into a trap.“Okay, Vivi,” she whispered to herself, brushing her hair back and straightening her coat. “You can do this. Just... act natural.”Squaring her shoulders, she stepped out of the trees and into the clearing.The moment she crossed the thres

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-18
  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   The Morning After

    The morning sunlight streamed through the wide cabin windows, casting a soft golden glow over the room. Vivi stirred beneath the thick blankets, her body deliciously sore from the night before. The bond hummed faintly in the back of her mind, a steady rhythm of warmth and connection. Yet the weight of her secrets pressed heavily on her chest, turning the sweetness of the moment bittersweet.Xander shifted beside her, his arm draped protectively around her waist. His ice-blue eyes fluttered open, meeting hers with a softness that made her heart ache. He leaned in, pressing a gentle kiss to her forehead. “Morning, min elskede,” he murmured, his voice rough with sleep.“Morning,” Vivi replied, her voice barely above a whisper. She averted her gaze, unable to meet his piercing eyes for too long. The guilt gnawed at her, a relentless ache that no amount of tenderness could soothe.On her other side, Kane and Dax were already awake, their dark and storm-blue eyes watching her intently. Kane

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-18
  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   A Gathering Storm

    As night fell over the compound, a chill crept into the air, thickening the tension that hung heavy in every corner. The pack was restless, murmurs of uncertainty drifting around the dinner table. Vivi sat with her mates, the shadows lurking just beyond their firelight reminding her of the darkness that threatened them. Xander’s hand rested protectively on her thigh, grounding her. Kane sat to her left, his brow furrowed in thought, while Dax listened intently to the others. The scent of roasted meat filled the air, but it did little to ease the unease knotting in Vivi's stomach.“Everyone knows the poachers are still out there,” Dax said, his voice a low growl as he glanced around the table. “We have to shift our approach. Patrols aren’t enough anymore; we need to send a message.” His storm-blue eyes glinted fiercely in the flickering firelight.Xander nodded, his ice-blue gaze locking onto Dax’s. “What do you propose? Graze the outskirts? Set traps?”“No. We need to draw them out,”

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-19
  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   A Secret Revealed

    As they walked back to their shared cabin, the excitement and hope radiating from her mates offered a flickering brightness against the gnawing anxiety that was stirring. The bond between them was charged, weaving their emotions tightly together in a pulsating rhythm.Xander opened the door to their cabin, his posture relaxed but his eyes holding an intensity that hinted at the conversation to come. “You did well today,” he said, his voice soft yet filled with pride. “We’ll make this work.”Kane moved to fill the space beside Xander, interlacing his fingers with Vivi’s, grounding her with his warmth. “But now we need to address what’s been bothering you, Vivi,” he encouraged gently. “You’ve been holding back. Is there something we need to know?”Dax leaned against the wall, his posture shifting from tension to curiosity, his storm-blue eyes searching hers. “We can’t protect you if we don’t know everything, sweetheart.”Vivi’s breath caught in her throat, fear battling with the need to

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  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   Battle

    Just as she let herself relax into the crowd, a rustling in the trees caught her attention. The laughter and music dulled in her ears as her instincts kicked in, the pulseof danger rising in her chest. She exchanged a glance with Xander, whose ice-blue eyes narrowed, mirroring the caution that wrapped around Vivi like a tightening coil.“Did you see that?” she whispered, her voice almost swallowed by the wind. He nodded, his expression hardening.Before they could move, Dax and Kane approached, their chatter abruptly replaced by tension as they caught sight of their expressions. “What’s wrong?” Dax asked, his voice low, his posture shifting into a defensive stance.“I saw something in the trees,” Vivi replied, her heartbeat echoing in her ears. “Something’s close.”“Everyone needs to stay calm,” Kane said, his dark eyes scanning the perimeter of the clearing. “We have to keep the pack together. We can’t let anyone lose focus.”As if their words were a signal, a low growl reverberated

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  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   The War Isn't Over

    The remaining poachers faltered, their bravado shattered by the display of unity and strength. Dax leapt forward, standing over the downed leader, his presence a powerful reminder of the pack's unwavering commitment. “This is your last chance,” he growled, his voice low and dangerous. “Get out while you can, and never come back.”The leader scrambled to his feet, casting a desperate glance at his remaining comrades. With fear flashing in their eyes, the poachers turned and fled into the woods, disappearing into the night as the pack watched, their breathing heavy.“I can’t believe they thought they could challenge us,” Kane said, his voice filled with disbelief. He glanced at Vivi, warmth blooming in his chest. “You were magnificent, love.”Vivi smiled, the adrenaline still coursing through her veins. “I couldn’t have done it without you all. We did it together.”As the last echoes of chaos faded into the night, a sense of relief washed over them. The pack members began to cheer, thei

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-21
  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   Interlude

    Kane paced the living room of their cabin, his dark eyes flashing with barely contained worry. Dax watched him from the couch, his storm-blue eyes warm with understanding.Ever since Xander had dragged a protesting Vivi out the door to meet with Kelda and the other pack members, Kane had been a wreck. Vivi's earlier confession about meeting with the Broker alone weighed heavily on him and the ensuing battle had made things worse. Even with her power on full display Kane couldn't shake the feeling that something terrible was going to happen to her."You're going to wear down the floorboards if you keep that up," Dax said mildly, patting the spot next to him on the couch. "Dwelling on worst-case scenarios doesn't do either of us any good. We have to trust Xander and focus on being here for Vivi when she gets back."Dax sat next to him and opened his arms. "Come. Let me help take your mind off things.""I hate this," Kane growled, resting his forehead against Dax's broad chest. "Hate her

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-21
  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   Renewed

    As Vivi followed Xander back to the cabin, a sense of unease coiled in the pit of her stomach. The news he had shared - about the poachers potentially regrouping - only added to the weight of the Broker's looming threat. Xander's hand was a steady presence at the small of her back, guiding her forward with a reassuring touch. She could feel the tension in his body, the protectiveness radiating from him in waves. It was comforting, but also a stark reminder of the dangers they faced.When they entered the cabin, Vivi's eyes immediately sought out Kane and Dax. The two men were tangled together on the couch, their expressions softening as they sensed her and Xander's approach. The bond between them pulsed with a soothing warmth, a reminder that she wasn't alone."What's happening?" Kane asked, his dark eyes shining with concern as he disentangled himself from Dax.Xander's jaw tightened. "The poachers may be regrouping. Liam's pack has agreed to lend their support, but we need to be re

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    DaxThe northern caves were a half-day's journey from the compound, nestled in the rugged foothills that marked the boundary of our territory. As Ursula and I made our way through the forest, I found myself unusually alert to the subtle energies around us—perhaps influenced by the nature of our quest, or perhaps simply attuned to the possibility of danger."Something feels different," Ursula commented as we approached the cave system, her witch's senses more finely tuned to magical fluctuations than my shifter instincts. "The ambient energy is... agitated."I nodded, having noticed it myself despite my more limited magical perception. The air seemed charged, like the heaviness before a thunderstorm. "Julian's attack on the barrier might have affected all places where the boundaries between realities are naturally thin.""Perhaps," she agreed, though her expression remained troubled. "But this feels more... directed. As if something here is responding to the disturbance."That caught m

  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   Preparations and...

    DaxI'd never been one for patience or strategic waiting. My instincts always pushed me toward action—direct, immediate, decisive. So the days following Julian's first attack tested every ounce of self-control I possessed."We should hit them first," I argued during yet another war council, pacing the room while the others remained seated around the table. "Take the fight to Julian before he can launch his next attack."Kane's expression remained impassive as he shook his head. "That's exactly what he wants, Dax. An aggressive move from us would validate his narrative that we're a threat to traditional supernatural society.""So we just sit here and wait?" I demanded, frustration making my voice sharper than intended. "Give him time to figure out how to use that void stone more effectively?""No," Xander replied, his calm authority a counterpoint to my agitation. "We prepare. We strengthen our defenses. We gather intelligence. And we develop countermeasures specifically designed to ne

  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   Ancient Echoes

    ViviThe Council's decision was better than nothing, but far less than we needed. As I left the meeting chamber, frustration warred with pragmatism in my mind. The sanctuary designation would provide some protection, but Julian wouldn't be deterred by political gestures or economic sanctions. His vision of supernatural society was too fundamental to his identity, his conviction too deep to be swayed by diplomatic pressure."It's something," Xander said quietly, reading my expression as he fell into step beside me. "The Council's formal recognition legitimizes what we're building here.""I know," I sighed, running a hand through my hair. "I just hoped for more direct intervention. Julian crossed a line using that weapon against the barrier. The potential consequences weren't limited to our territory."Kane nodded grimly. "The Council understands that. But they're constrained by centuries of precedent regarding territory autonomy. To intervene directly would undermine the very foundatio

  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   The Council's Deliberation

    LyraI could feel it—the tension in the air, the worry in their minds, the fear they tried so hard to hide from me. At three months old, I wasn't supposed to understand these things, but I did. The dual Starfire that flowed through my veins made me different, connected me to things beyond ordinary perception.My silver eye saw what others couldn't—the shimmering threads of energy that bound our community together, the pulsing light of the barrier that separated our world from the Void. My golden eye perceived intentions, emotions, the subtle currents of thought that adults believed were hidden from an infant's awareness.They were wrong. I saw everything. I understood more than they realized.As I lay in my cradle, watching the mobile of stars and moons that Sage had crafted for me, I felt the barrier tremble again—an aftershock from Julian's attack. It had been three days since the eastern boundary was breached, and though the adults spoke in hushed tones when they thought I couldn't

  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   The First Strike

    XanderThe attack came at dawn, when the barrier's energy was naturally at its lowest ebb. I was awakened by the compound's alarm—a magical warning system Sage had designed to alert us to any breach of our outer defenses.I was on my feet instantly, years of training taking over as adrenaline surged through my system. Beside me, Vivi stirred, her golden Starfire already flaring in response to the threat."The nursery," she said, fear evident in her voice. "Lyra—""I'll check," I assured her, already moving toward the door. "Stay here until we know what we're dealing with."The corridor outside our bedroom was filled with activity—pack members responding to the alarm with disciplined efficiency. Kane appeared at my side, his expression grim."Eastern boundary," he reported tersely. "Multiple breaches. The wards are holding for now, but they're under sustained attack.""Julian?" I asked, though I already knew the answer.Kane nodded. "His signature was detected by the boundary markers.

  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   Echoes of Silver and Gold

    EowynThree months after Lyra's birth, I stood at the eastern boundary of our territory, my senses alert for any disturbance. Julian Thornwood's forces had been unusually quiet since our expansion, but Kane's intelligence network reported increased activity along the borders of his alliance. Something was brewing, and I was determined to ensure our defenses were prepared.The boundary gleamed in my magical sight, a shimmering curtain of energy that pulsed with the combined power of my silver Starfire and Vivi's gold. Since Lyra's birth, the barrier had grown stronger, more stable—as if her very existence had somehow anchored the equilibrium more firmly in our reality.I ran my hand along the invisible boundary, feeling the familiar tingle of energy against my skin. The moonstones we had placed were functioning perfectly, their power amplified by the barrier essence that Vivi and I had created together."Anything concerning?" Ronan asked, approaching from behind. He had been patrolling

  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   Lyra Fenrir Wilde

    ViviThe pain came in waves, each one stronger than the last, cresting and receding like a tide determined to pull me under. I gripped Xander's hand on one side and Eowyn's on the other, drawing strength from their unwavering presence as my body worked to bring our child into the world."You're doing beautifully," Kelda murmured, her experienced hands checking my progress. "The baby is descending perfectly. Not much longer now."I nodded, unable to speak as another contraction built. Around me, I could feel the energy of those I loved most—Xander's steady power, Eowyn's cool Starfire, Kane's analytical calm, and Dax's restless vitality. Each contributed in their own way, creating a circle of protection and support that made me feel invincible despite the pain.As the contraction peaked, I felt something else—a ripple in the barrier, a resonance that seemed to echo the rhythm of my labor. The Void Walkers were watching, their attention focused and intent."They're here," I gasped as th

  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   The Silver Light

    EowynThe morning breeze carried the scent of pine and wild herbs as I stood at the edge of the eastern boundary, my silver Starfire dancing at my fingertips. The expansion of our territory had begun in earnest, and today I was tasked with establishing the new magical perimeter—a responsibility I still found somewhat surprising, given my history.A year ago, I had been a prisoner of the Council, my powers bound and manipulated for their purposes. Now, I was trusted with safeguarding the borders of what had become the most remarkable supernatural sanctuary in existence. The irony wasn't lost on me."You're smiling," Ronan observed, appearing at my side with the quiet grace that still sometimes startled me. "A rare sight so early in the morning."I glanced at him, taking in his familiar features—the sharp angles of his face softened by the morning light, his dark hair ruffled by the wind. Once my captor, now my partner in every sense that mattered."Just appreciating how much has change

  • Her Wilde Mates: A Reverse Harem Wolf Shifter Romance   A New Dawn

    I shifted slightly to ease the pressure on my lower back, a common discomfort in these final days of pregnancy. "What is it?""A naming ceremony," Dax explained, his usual cockiness tempered with genuine emotion. "Not just any ceremony, but one that honors both your Fenrir heritage and connects our child to the barrier.""The three of us have been researching ancient traditions," Xander elaborated. "Working with Sage and Lyra to create something meaningful. A ritual that would formally recognize our child as both heir to your bloodline and a symbol of the new world we're creating."The idea of a naming ceremony resonated deeply within me, evoking images of ancient rites and sacred gatherings. I could almost see the flickering candles, smell the fragrant herbs, and hear the solemn chants that would mark this significant moment in our child's life. The ceremony would be a blend of old and new, a testament to the heritage we carried and the future we were forging.Xander continued, his v

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