Alex retired to his room as quickly as he could. He didn't know how much longer he could stay standing without fainting from all the pain he was going through.The physician was called by Hendrix as Alex laid weakly on his bed feeling feverish all of a sudden.The physician, Jericho, wasn't new to this but this was the worst he'd seen the Alpha.Sagyu was beginning to burn him badly."Why didn't you call me right away when you noticed the damage Sagyu was causing?" He reprimanded Hendrix as quietly as he could in a bid to avoid waking the sleeping alpha."I thought of it, but just couldn't leave his side," Hendrix replied in remorse."Indeed," Jericho replied, eyeing him in disbelief.Jericho felt terrible for the young Alpha. No man should be made to suffer so much for a sin they knew nothing about.He had consulted the moon goddess through the seer for a very long time but she had claimed not to see anything.Alex groaned in sleep, shifting tired in his bed.His skin was badly burnt
Early the next morning, they got up and prepared for their trip.Lisa felt really anxious and it was understandable.Lisa had tried severally to communicate with her boy, but he had blocked them out completely and neither her nor Adam could mind link him. It was frustrating for the both of them and she was sure she deserved it.She had no idea how she was going to make things right with Alex. She only hoped things would get better with time."Are you ready?" Adam asked Lisa as she stood by the door, staring into space, lost in a void her mind had created. She rubbed her clammy palms on her thighs which was under a simple black gown which she looked elegant in. "Yes, I'm all set," she replied, walking briskly to their awaiting carriage.Adam had informed Hendrix of their arrival and told him not to disclose the information to Alex because he feared he'd get uncomfortable and disappointed.Adam knew pretty well that his son felt more at peace with them gone and he understood him. If
Alex HeartmanAlex sat in his study, deep in thoughts as he drilled holes into the pencil in his hand with his eyes.His hair was messy because of how many times he had ran his hand through it.He had been troubled these past days and the reason was quite obvious. The Red Moon killer and Mia.He heard Hendrix before the knock."Come in," he instructed and Hendrix was already accustomed to Alex's heightened sense of hearing so he wasn't surprised. He walked in slowly and greeted his Alpha.Alex raised a questioning brow at him, silently ordering him to speak.As Hendrix stood there in his usual black suit and a white inner, Alex finally took him in. He had been so distracted that he hadn't noticed how tired and aging the man had become. Hendrix was looking quite pale and his vibrant smile was missing. His eyes seemed lost and worried.He had had Hendrix by his side so long that he had taken the man for granted. When he hadn't found his beta, Hendrix had offered himself to him freely
Mia HeartmanAfter her meeting with the chef, who hadn't explained to her what she meant by what she had said about knowing her for years, she returned to her room in both confusion and frustration. Mia was certain she only met the woman that day.She couldn't help but feel like everyone was hiding something from her and it wasn't a good feeling.Alex didn't return that day to see her, neither did he the day after. It even seemed like he was ignoring and avoiding her all over again. She was disappointed and sad but there was hardly anything she could do. She couldn't even reach him through the mate bond.She was feeling a lot better now and she wanted to know all about what had happened that day at the river. Yes, it still bugged her and she was desperate to know. •••••••••••The next day, Mia woke up in her usual joyful and playful mood. She was used to feeling happy that she hardly knew how it felt to be sad. But recently, she had been forced to understand becau
Alex HeartmanAlex was slowly getting impatient with the unreasonable bunch."A hundred and four barrels of gold for your international ports," Alex said dismissively. He was being very generous, even. From eighty four to a hundred and four barrels, that was a very generous price for their port."That's a bit too small, don't you think?" Chairman Lee injected again, getting on Alex's nerves."We are talking about our trade port's twenty five percent here. You must make a little addition to that."This man was greedy and so were the lot of them."Either that or leave," Alex said sternly. He wasn't paying anything more than that. He was a greedy man himself.Chairman Lee frowned and even went as far as ignoring his crew members who were trying to speak to him. Hmm, he was proud too, well, Alex was even more so."You can't just turn us away with such a deal. Do you have any idea where we have traveled from? Where's your father anyways? I believe I would have to talk to him and not you. Wh
Chairman Lee cleared his throat dramatically to get back the king's divided attention."We are still yet to make a deal, your highness" he said feigning patience.Alex was pulled forcefully from his world of fantasies and brought back to a meeting he wanted no part of; to his utter dismay.Alex glared at the chairman and said angrily in a finality that no man dared argue with."I repeat, and I will not again." Alex swallowed a deep breath to calm his temper. "A hundred and four bars of gold or nothing at all and if you don't like the deal, there's the gate."Alex jutted his chin to the gate with his lips primed.Alex was done with this meeting as far as he was concerned and he turned to leave only to be stopped by the voice of the chairman."Then give us a compensation for wasting our time and resources coming here," The man said defiantly and Alex looked back at him with his eyes narrowed. It was law that if a meeting was arranged and no deal was made by the party who had made it,
Mia curled up in a corner in her room; her heart's hurting from all the pain she had shared with Alex during the incident with the human.After Alex walked off, she made to follow him but was stopped by Hendrix. She was surprised to see him there, she hadn't before and it just seemed like he appeared out of the blues.His touch was unwelcomed and she jerked her hand from his. Although she wanted to still go after Alex, she knew Hendrix was right for stopping her. Going after him wouldn't help things; he needed time. So she let Alex go.She was frustrated and she didn't know what to do, who to ask or who to cry to.She was all alone in this marriage and she felt thoroughly abandoned like a stone buried in the deepest ocean.She wiped a stray tear as she disentangled her legs from the sheets she had wrapped around herself protectively.She was confused, everything around her was vague. What was the pain she had seen in his eyes? What was the fear? Why was he even scared?Why had he walk
Alex HeartmanAlex stormed into his study in both anger, frustration, sadness and depression.His heart was racing and his body and wolf begged him to return to Mia that instance. But he wouldn't, couldn't.All this was her fault anyways. His confused emotions for that girl were to blame.When that old fool had asked for her as compensation, he had lost it. He had never cared about anyone in his life other than that girl.He told himself it was the mate bond but he had put his wolf into subjection and he could do nothing without his permission. Hence, he was sure it wasn't because of the mate bond because he couldn't feel a thing from it anymore.What was it then? Was it his own damn feelings?What was his problem anyways?He had promised himself since he was twelve to never let anyone see him like that again but here he was sulking over that mistake repeated too many times because of that girl...Alex wanted to be angry at her but it was hard, especially when she had seen right throu
The sun set over the vast forest as Mia and her loyal pack made their way through the dense forest. The air was thick with anticipation as they neared their destination - the territory of the Silver Moon Pack.Today was a momentous day - the day the two packs would be reunited. As the sole heir to her pack, Mia had taken on the responsibility of bringing both packs together, forging a stronger and more harmonious alliance.It had been a long journey, but Mia knew that this meeting was the beginning of a new chapter in her life and that of her pack.As they approached the borders of the Silver Moon Pack's territory, Mia stood to address her pack.Mia's heart swelled with pride as she surveyed her pack, eager for this new chapter in their lives. The challenges they had faced seemed insignificant now, their differences mere stepping stones towards a common goal. She caught the eye of some leaders, the Diamond Shadow pack's wise and noble elders and advisors; they stood there with everyon
As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm golden glow over the tranquil garden, Alex and Mia found themselves seated on a rustic wooden bench, their fingers intertwined. It was a moment of quietude, a sanctuary of their own amidst the chaos of their lives. The fragrant aroma of blooming flowers and the soothing melody of birdsong filled the air, creating a backdrop that seemed tailor-made for a profound conversation.Mia gazed at Alex with a mix of anticipation and vulnerability. She had spent countless nights rehearsing the words she would utter, trying to capture the essence of her emotions. Now, with her heart pounding in her chest, she took a deep breath and mustered the courage to speak her truth, but before she could say anything, Alex took the lead."Mia," he began, his voice barely above a whisper. "I've been reflecting on our journey together, on the pact that once bound us and the love that has blossomed between us. I've come to realize that our marriage shouldn't
The next morning, the sun's warm rays filtered through the curtains of Alex's bedroom, gently coaxing him awake. As he slowly emerged from his slumber, he couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation tingling in the air. He turned and gave the still-sleeping Mia a peck on the head and a soft kiss on her lips.As he rose from his bed and began his morning routine, Alex couldn't shake off the thought of his mother's message. "She sent for me," he murmured to himself. Alex's mother had sent for him, a simple message delivered by a nurse who had become a familiar face during his past visits when Heartman was there.A mix of curiosity and trepidation brewed within him. Although he had never been close to his mother, the fact that she had reached out to him felt significant.With a mix of apprehension and hope, Alex made his way down the hallway towards his mother's room. As he neared the door, he paused, taking a deep breath to steady himself. He wasn't sure what to expect or how this en
Alex's heart pounded as he carried Mia's unconscious body through the dense forest, making his way back to the Crystal Moon pack. His mind raced with worry and desperation, knowing that her life hung in the balance. Every step he took, every breath he drew, was filled with determination to bring her back safely.Finally, the familiar sight of the pack's territory emerged from the trees. He sprinted towards the Alpha's den, his muscles burning with exertion, but his resolve unyielding. Bursting through the entrance, he was immediately met with concerned and relieved faces.The pack's healer and nurses rushed forward to tend to their Alpha as she took in Mia's motionless form. "What happened?" she asked urgently.Alex's voice cracked with emotion. "The most important thing I want now is for her to be taken to my room; you have to help and treat her there."The pack healer motioned for the others to clear a space, and together they gently laid Mia on a nearby bed. The healer's hands move
Mia, Heartman, and the sorcerer left Natalie behind at the sorcerer's place because she was already injured during the clash.Mia and Heartman ran towards the building where the final sacrifice would be made, and the sorcerer stayed behind to distract Alex while they destroyed the altar and exorcised the demon.Standing before the main room where the altar was set up, Mia and Heartman felt their hearts pounding with a mixture of anticipation and fear. They had finally located the place where the demon intended to fully possess Alex, and they knew they had to act quickly to prevent Alex's servants from catching up with them.Heartman's hands trembled slightly as he clutched the ancient book of exorcism chants, its pages worn and fragile with age. Mia stood close to him, holding the little dagger the sorcerer had given her.With a deep breath, Mia took the lead, stepping cautiously into the room. The low lighting and flickering candles cast eerie shadows on the cold stone walls. The atm
Outside the sorcerer's abode, Mia and Alex's parents chatted as they made their way home."Heartman, I told you the place looks familiar; now you believe me, right? I can't miss it; I know the place so well, and it still hasn't changed a bit all those years," Natalie said."I believe you now, Luna Natalie," Heartman said, laughing. He went ahead and teased her."Why would you want a sorcerer to change his place? It's not a rented apartment or a palace," Heartman said, laughing out loud. Mia couldn't help but join in the laugh."Heartman darling, are you mocking me?" Natalie did a baby face, trying to win Heartman.Heartman looked at her and refused to fall for her trick. Mia just looked at both of them, happy that they weren't crying or blaming themselves for how Alex turned out to be.She misses her mom too much; it hurts really bad. Her mom would have known exactly what to do right in this situation. She missed all the time she ran away from home to play with friends. If she had kno
Alex's parents were determined to assist their son in defeating the powerful demon that plagued their lives and caused so many deaths. They believed that understanding the demon's origins and weaknesses would be the key to success. With a glimmer of hope in their hearts, they embarked on a journey that would take them to the sorcerer's place and grant them access to long-forgotten texts, helping them understand what they needed to do to help Alex.Early in the morning, they left the pack with Mia, who assured them of the sorcerer's place that her mom took her to before she was killed. They ventured deep into the enchanted forest, with Heartman and Natalie feeling a sense of familiarity."Heartman, isn't this the place we came back then when we were looking for answers about Alex?" Natalie asked, looking around."Natalie, I can't say because all forests look the same, though I know this place looks and feels familiar," Heartman replied."Let's just go; when we get there, we'll know if
The dark cloud that had loomed over Alex's soul grew denser, and with each passing day, the demon lurking inside him gained strength. Its malevolent presence seeped into his thoughts, tainting his actions with a sinister allure. Alex had fought against it, but now, it seemed as if the demon's grip on his very essence was tightening, suffocating him.He noticed Alex was starting to know more about things, meaning he already knew about the trick he was playing with his mind. The demon possessed him and started ordering everyone to get the sacrifice ready fast so he could come in his full self.In fear and trembling, all his servants went about looking for all ingredients to complete the sacrifice and awaken him to take full control of Alex's body.**----------------------------------**Mia and Alex's parents were still making plans on how to help Alex and destroy the demon without coming back to seek revenge.As Mia spoke about it, the more she became tired because everything was confus
Heartman walked out of the cell and out of the dungeon. He headed towards the room where Mia and Nathalie were receiving treatment in the pack house."Nathalie, there's something you need to know," Heartman began, and Mia was about to stand up and leave them to talk when Heartman stopped her."You need to hear this, Mia. It's about your husband, Alex. He isn't dead; he has been possessed by a demon," Heartman paused, observing Mia's response before continuing."He's in the forest, going through the sacrifice to awaken the demon within him," Heartman concluded.Nathalie started crying as she heard what Heartman said. "Isn't there a solution to stop it, Heartman? We can't allow the demon to be awake; it'll destroy innocent lives," Nathalie complained."We'll have to look for the person that possesses the Mundara powers, and searching for that now isn't something that can be done in a few minutes," Heartman said sadly."I already know about the demon within Alex, and I'm the one you seek