Before Clara began to tell her story, she asked Sierra how Daniel was doing."Calm down, Daniel is fine. It's just like I said. He's been pretty busy. Lately, I don't know if he's preparing to take full control of the pack," Sierra said with a shrug.Clara nodded slowly, "Well, please tell Daniel I miss him."Sierra gave a thumbs up. She immediately asked Clara to tell her what was making her nervous and worried."I suspect my husband is having an affair with another woman, Sierra," Clara explained.Sierra, who had just taken another sip of her sweet tea, immediately sniffed in surprise."Are you kidding me? You just said that your husband treats you like a queen, romantic and loving. Then what reason do you have to suspect him of having an affair?" Sierra asked Clara a series of questions.Clara also recounted the chronology of last night when she found the message on Alpha Robin's cell phone. She even showed Clara proof of the chat, which she had photographed with her cell phone. O
Two days later, that night, Alpha Robin came home, opened the door, and was greeted by Luna Clara with a hug and a sweet kiss.She had to put up a temporary front amid her fear and suspicion. Alpha Robin also seemed fine, as he usually acted very romantic."The few days I was away, I wanted to come home because I missed you, dear." Said Alpha Robin, sitting and waiting for Clara to prepare his dinner.Luna Clara just smiled a little and concentrated on preparing the dinner. She cooked it herself without help from the Omegas because she wanted to serve something special to her Alpha.Alpha Robin noticed something strange in Clara's behavior. Her face became serious, and she seemed to be thinking a lot. Clara's eyes were sometimes blank."Are you okay?" Alpha Robin asked Clara.Clara turned her head as she approached with a bowl of Alpha Robin's favorite soup cream."I'm fine," she replied shortly.Alpha Robin immediately hugged Clara, who was standing next to him. He sat her down in a
Luna Clara woke up from her sleep. She felt around where Alpha Robin had slept next to her, but she couldn't find him there. "Alpha!" called Clara as she looked around. She quickly put her clothes back on and went around the house, calling to Alpha Robin."Omega, have you seen Alpha Robin? Has he gone to the pack house?" Clara asked as she approached Omega, who was clearing the grass in the backyard.The Omega replied, "I think you're still asleep because I haven't seen Alpha Robin having breakfast as usual." Clara was surprised, but perhaps there was something important about Alpha Robin's immediate departure from the pack house. Clara went back to her room to shower and change, then went to the pack house.Arriving at the pack house, the Council asked Clara questions because Alpha Robin had yet to come. "Alpha Robin should be here soon because the Ontario investor will visit the pack house in a few hours. I just got a call from Mr. Sam because he called Alpha Robin several times;
On an afternoon, winter had passed, and it was now spring. Clara stood in the front yard, looking at the flowers starting to bloom. Her soft hands then moved to take the water hose to water the plants before her."My dear, look at this place. It has always been the most beautiful for me. You will be happy to be born in the Dark Moon Pack later," said Clara while gently rubbing her stomach, which was still flat because it was still the first trimester.She was talking to the fetus in her womb.Clara continued to water the plants in front of her while humming. The wind blew softly through Clara's hair. The orange light also highlighted her beautiful and shady face, making her brown eyeballs look golden. Alpha Daniel had just returned from the pack house opposite his house. As he entered the front yard, he was immediately stunned. He was fascinated by Clara's figure; the more mature she was, the more attractive she looked.Alpha Daniel was still silent in a place a few steps away from
"Who?" Sierra asked quietly.Clara asked permission to take the phone into the backyard. Sierra and Daniel looked at each other."Let me go!" Daniel said, but Sierra stopped him immediately.Sierra shook her head, "Give her some space first; maybe it's a call from someone important, and we can't be privy to their conversation." Daniel sighed and watched Clara from a distance. Clara seemed to be seriously talking to someone who had called her."How can you call me? I've blocked all your access to contact me." Clara told the person on the phone."Not with Susan. This is Susan's phone number, and I don't even think I'm calling you out of concern or memory. I was just asked by Susan," Alpha Robin explained.Yes, it was confirmed that the person calling Clara was Alpha Robin. Clara laughed at the Alpha's statement."Sorry! You're too sure of yourself, Robin. I don't care. I'm happy with my life now!" Clara said.Alpha Robin laughed at Clara's words, "Don't lie to me. Just tell me that you
The tall pines along the way to the Moonlight Packhouse were beautiful and soothing, but the guards who stood and didn't speak accompanied Alpha Edward's arrival.The man began to look around the beautiful forest, feeling calm and hoping that his second meeting with Alpha Robin would go smoothly this time. "I hope there won't be any more jealousy drama from the new Luna of Alpha Robin. You heard that information from Beta Nick, right?" said Alpha Edward to a Delta who accompanied him this time.The Delta, who was with Alpha Edward, laughed as he nodded, "That's what happens when a man has trouble with two women. Do you want to follow in his footsteps?" Alpha Edward chuckled as he shook his head, "I will follow the rule of my ancestors that wolves are monogamous animals."This little joke shortened their journey until they arrived at the gate of the Moonlight Packhouse.The guards greeted them with a look of respect."Welcome back, Alpha Edward. Alpha Robin is waiting for you inside!
Alpha Edward tried to open a more profound topic. "I mean, why only now? I know you've always refused to join any alliance; it's a topic you've talked about since we went to the academy. You always talked about being independent and not wanting your pack to be influenced by outside politics. But now you're joining," the man continued at length.Alpha Robin answered his best friend's questions. It was true that from the Moonlight Pack's earliest days, Alpha Robin's predecessors had tried to remain independent. According to the pack's ancestors, Alpha Robin also understood that joining an alliance would limit his pack's independence and freedom of movement.Alpha Robin was also concerned about interference from other alphas who didn't share his views in the Alliance. This could interfere with internal affairs or traditions the Moonlight Pack has long cherished.One of them is Clara, Luna's former ex, who told Alpha Daniel that Alpha Robin and the Moonlight Pack are very concerned about
Alpha Edward eventually returned to Alpha Robin's office.The man saw Alpha Robin joking with Luna Susan. But they immediately stopped when they realized that Alpha Edward was back.Alpha Robin then placed several files on the table before Alpha Edward."These are just a few raw sheets of the contents of the proposal, try to double check. If it is appropriate, I just need to complete and finalize it as soon as possible, tomorrow or the day after, I will submit it to you!" Alpha Robin explained.Alpha Edward took it and read the file's contents, as Alpha Robin showed. The man nodded quickly."Okay, I think it's complete enough, hopefully it can attract more investors," Alpha Edward said.Alpha Edward was still curious about the photo of the woman he had seen earlier, so the man dared to ask Alpha Robin."Alpha Robin, I'd like to ask you something," he said as Alpha Robin nodded.Then Alpha Edward continued his question, "I saw an Omega who was on duty in the warehouse today, when I hap
Michael had expected his return home to be met with varying degrees of shock and concern, perhaps even disapproval. But as the evening unfolded, his family’s reaction to the truth of his situation was nothing like he had imagined. Instead of judgment or frustration, there was an overwhelming sense of understanding and support that left him both surprised and relieved.Clara, his mother, had been the first to respond after hearing his full confession. She didn’t shout, didn’t scold him for the secrecy or the mess he found himself tangled in. Instead, she simply sat across from him, her hands resting on the steaming cup of tea she hadn’t yet touched. Her sharp gaze softened as she leaned forward slightly, her voice steady and calm.“Michael,” she said gently, “the Moon Goddess doesn’t make mistakes. If Joe Harper is your mate, then she is meant to be yours, no matter what obstacles stand in your way. And that includes Robin.”Michael blinked, caught off guard by her tone. He had expecte
Michael's days away from Joe were anything but peaceful. The distance didn’t bring the clarity he’d hoped for. If anything, it made things worse. As a werewolf, being away from his mate was almost unbearable. Every fiber of his being screamed for her presence, and the constant tug in his chest reminded him of what he was trying to deny.Three nights passed with little to no sleep. He’d toss and turn, unable to quiet his restless thoughts or soothe the ache that came with missing Joe. By the fourth night, he was at his breaking point. The walls of his apartment felt too tight, the silence too loud. He needed something—someone—to ground him. And so, without overthinking it, he packed a small bag, grabbed his keys, and started the long drive home to his family.The thought of seeing them brought a flicker of relief. He could already picture the playful arguments with Ella, his younger sister, who was always easy to tease. Just imagining the way her face would scrunch up in frustration wa
The drive back to the city was heavy with silence. Michael kept his eyes on the road, his jaw clenched, lost in his thoughts. Joe sat quietly beside him, stealing occasional glances his way but saying nothing. She knew he needed space, time to process everything. And right now, she didn’t want to push him.The tension in the car was palpable, like a storm brewing just beneath the surface. Michael’s hands tightened on the steering wheel, his mind racing. He couldn’t shake the image of Robin’s face, the man he’d tried so hard to erase from his life, now tethered to Joe. Every time he thought of her, the warmth and light she brought into his world, it was quickly overshadowed by the cold reality of who her stepfather was. And that connection—it scared him.Joe shifted in her seat, her fingers fidgeting with the hem of her shirt. She hated this distance between them. Just days ago, everything had felt so right, so effortless. But now, it was like there was a wall between them, one she was
Michael sat behind the wheel, his hands gripping the steering wheel so tightly his knuckles turned white. The car was packed, the engine idling, and Joe sat silently in the passenger seat, staring down at her hands. They were supposed to be on the road by now, heading back to the city and to their normal lives, but Robin’s voice calling out had stopped them both in their tracks.“Michael, wait,” Robin said, stepping out onto the porch. His voice wasn’t commanding, but there was a weight to it, something unspoken hanging in the air. “Can I talk to you? Just for a minute?”Michael froze, his jaw tightening. The last thing he wanted to do was have a heart-to-heart with the man who had been absent for most of his life. He could feel Joe’s eyes on him, silently urging him to say something, but all he could muster was a clipped, “What is there to talk about?”Robin took a step closer, shoving his hands into the pockets of his worn jeans. “I know you’re angry. You’ve got every right to be. B
After the unfinished conversation last night, Robin was going out of town in the morning for two days' business.Michael was curious what Robin would say—if only Joe and Dana weren't interrupted. Maybe the topic is for another moment. Two days went by with the three of them bonding as a family.Michael and Joe packed up their things the following morning, the atmosphere in the house feeling heavier than it had since they’d arrived. Neither of them spoke much as they went through the motions, folding clothes and zipping up bags. The tension was palpable, and though Dana tried to keep things light by chatting and bustling around the kitchen, even her warmth couldn’t cut through the unease that hung in the air.They had to leave soon—classes were starting again the next day, and it was a long drive back to the city. Michael glanced at his watch, his nerves still on edge from his conversation with Robin the night before. He hadn’t brought it up with Joe yet, unsure how to even begin. The
The ride back to Joe’s childhood home had been Michael’s first taste of unease, but it wasn’t until the following morning that the feeling truly settled in his chest, heavy and unshakable. It was like an itch he couldn’t scratch, a whisper at the back of his mind telling him something wasn’t adding up. He woke early, far earlier than he usually would on a weekend, and spent a good ten minutes just staring at the ceiling of the guest room, trying to piece together why he felt so... off.The house itself didn’t bother him. Dana’s warm hospitality was a constant, and even though Robin’s distant demeanor hadn’t improved much since last night, Michael wasn’t the type to take it personally. But something about Joe’s family, or maybe the way Joe fit into this family, was gnawing at him. He didn’t know why, but every time Robin looked at him, Michael felt like the man knew something he didn’t—and that knowledge had weight.Joe found him in the kitchen, standing by the sink with a cup of coffe
Michael couldn’t shake the strange feeling that had settled over him ever since Joe started describing her family. It wasn’t anything she said outright, but something about the way she mentioned her stepfather, Robin, triggered an odd sense of familiarity. He couldn’t quite place it—just a nagging sensation that tugged at the edges of his memory.“So, Robin,” he started casually, glancing at Joe as she drove. “What’s he like?”Joe shrugged, keeping her eyes on the road. “Protective, I guess? He’s quiet but not in a bad way. Just… observant.” She paused, her brow furrowing. “Dana’s the opposite—super outgoing. They balance each other out.”Michael nodded, though his mind wandered. He still couldn’t shake that feeling. Maybe it was nothing—just nerves about meeting her parents.Joe continued, her voice softening. “Dana’s always been more like a friend than a mom. And Robin… well, he’s the one who makes me feel safe, you know?” She shot him a quick smile. “You’ll like them. I think.”Mic
Michael had been poking at the same topic for weeks now, dropping hints and sly comments every chance he got. At first, Joe had brushed him off with quick answers or a roll of her eyes, but Michael was persistent—like, annoyingly so."So, when am I meeting the mysterious family you keep talking about?" Michael leaned back in his chair, arms folded behind his head like he didn’t have a care in the world.Joe shot him a glare over her laptop. "Why do you even care? It’s not like my family’s some big deal."Michael grinned, that cocky tilt of his lips that she both hated and... maybe kind of liked. "Well, if I’m gonna stick around you, I gotta know the people who made you this stubborn.""Stubborn?" Joe narrowed her eyes, but Michael just shrugged, completely unbothered."Yeah, stubborn. And weirdly mysterious about your family. I mean, what’s the deal? You hiding something? Secret wolf cult or something?"Joe snorted, trying to hide her smile. "Right, because that’s totally a thing."Mi
The weekend crept up faster than Joe expected, and with it came Michael’s ridiculous invitation. He’d been dropping hints all week about “big plans” for Saturday, but she’d brushed him off every time. Michael always had some elaborate scheme brewing, so she didn’t take him seriously. That was until he practically ambushed her outside the library after their shared study session.“Alright, Joe,” Michael said, leaning casually against the wall with his signature smirk. “It’s time to stop hiding in your books. You’re coming with me tomorrow.”Joe paused, narrowing her eyes. “Coming where exactly?”“Dinner. My place. Tomorrow night,” he said like it was the most obvious thing in the world.Joe blinked, crossing her arms. “Your place? Why would I—”“Relax,” Michael cut in, waving off her hesitation. “It’s no big deal. My mom’s been pestering me to bring someone over for weeks. You’re just helping me out, that’s all. She’s cooking, and trust me, you don’t wanna miss it. She’s a magician in