The following morning, Zyra woke up in Marcus's room, her head resting comfortably on his chest. She could hear the steady rhythm of his heartbeat and feel the warmth of his arms wrapped securely around her. The sunlight filtered gently through the curtains, casting a soft glow across the room.Zyra blinked sleepily, savoring the cozy feeling of being close to Marcus. She felt his hand move slightly, a gentle caress on her back as he began to wake up too. “Good morning, princess” he murmured, his voice husky with sleep.“Good morning, my Lord” Zyra replied, lifting her head to look at him with a smile and he chuckled. Their eyes met, and she couldn’t help but smile at the sight of his sleepy yet content expression.Marcus leaned down to press a soft kiss to her forehead. “Did you sleep well?” he asked, his fingers tracing lazy circles on her back.“Like a baby,” she responded with a soft laugh. “What about you?”“I haven’t slept this well in years,” Marcus admitted, his eyes twinkling
The morning sun cast a golden hue over the pack mansion as Marcus prepared for his journey. The pack was his home, his responsibility, but today, he had a different purpose. He needed answers, and there was only one place he could find them.Marcus got out of bed, the lingering warmth of Zyra's kisses still on his mind. He felt a smile tugging at the corners of his lips as he made his way to the bathroom. Thoughts of her soft lips and playful laughter filled his mind, making his heart beat a little faster.Entering the bathroom, he turned on the shower, letting the water run until it was hot. Steam began to fill the room, curling around him as he undressed. He stepped under the stream, the hot water cascading over his body, washing away the remnants of sleep. He closed his eyes, enjoying the sensation and allowing his thoughts to wander back to Zyra.Her laughter echoed in his mind, a sweet sound that made his heart ache with longing. He recalled the way she looked at him, her eyes fu
At the pack, Zyra walked down to join the members in training. As she approached the training ground, she saw Kieran giving call-outs to the members, his voice strong and authoritative. Seraphina stood before him, mimicking his moves with precision. Noticing Zyra walking towards them, a broad smile spread across Seraphina's face. Kieran followed her gaze and turned to see Zyra."Oh, you’re here… good morning, Zyra," he greeted her warmly.Seraphina playfully spanked his neck. "It’s 'Good morning, my queen.' Easy to say," she teased, making Zyra laugh out loud."That’s not necessary," Zyra said to Seraphina, shaking her head."Well, I think Alpha Marcus would find it necessary," Asher added with a grin, and Zyra sighed."Good morning, everyone. Alpha Marcus isn’t home today," she announced, and the group turned to look at each other in surprise.Lily dramatically gasped. "Did he run away from home?" she asked, causing everyone to burst into laughter."But where did he go?" Kieran asked
At the Moon Goddess's sanctuary, Alpha Marcus leaned back in his seat, his mind racing with the revelations he had just heard. The sanctuary was a place of ethereal beauty, with soft moonlight illuminating the ancient stone walls and a serene silence that felt almost sacred. The Moon Goddess, her presence both comforting and commanding, stood before him with a knowing smile.Marcus scratched the back of his neck, feeling the weight of responsibility settle on his shoulders. He had learned so much in the past few minutes, and it was almost overwhelming. “Oh, what do you think I should do now?” he asked, his voice low and uncertain.The Moon Goddess waved her fingers gracefully, her eyes twinkling with wisdom. “Easy, you go back home and give her the training she needs, that is if she hasn’t gone too far already,” she replied, her voice soft yet authoritative.Marcus nodded, taking a deep breath to steady himself. “Yeah, you are right…” he sighed, feeling the enormity of his task but al
Zyra huddled in the corner of her small den, her heart pounding in her chest as she tried to drown out the sounds of her pack mates running and playing outside. She knew that it was only a matter of time before they would find her, and she would once again become their target.The young she-wolf had always been different from the others in her pack. Her parents' sacrifice left her alone and isolated. Despite her efforts to make friends, she was constantly ignored or even outright bullied by the others around her. With her mating ceremony only weeks away, Zyra had come of age to get a mate. There was always a special day in their pack when mateless wolves found their mates. Other wolves would get their mate next week, assuming they eventually got one. Zyra knew that things were only going to get worse.She had caught the eye of the pack's alpha son, a handsome and popular wolf named Cade. But despite his interest in her, it was clear that he didn't truly care for her. It was all about
Zyra's POVI watched as they approached me with malice in their eyes, feeling a sense of dread wash over me. I tried to back away, but they closed in, encircling me in slow motion. These two were always a pain in my ass."What do you want from me?" I asked, my voice trembling with fear.Gaia, Alpha Grayson's daughter, sneered at me and replied, "We just want to have a little fun with you, Omega. You know how much we love playing with our toys." Her mocking tone sent a shiver down my spine.To be referred to as a toy once again – it was all too familiar. Cade had treated me the same way, playing with me as if I were just an object, and now his sister wanted to do the same.Elara laughed heartily at Gaia's statement and began to circle me, adding to the humiliation. "What a pathetic thing you are," Elara taunted."You should be dead by now.""Your parents are just as dumb as you are. It runs in the family," Gaia laughed, finding amusement in belittling me."There are more than a thousa
Zyra POVCade’s hand roamed over my body slowly, from my chest to my hips. He ran his hands back up and my boobs in his hands. I swallowed heavily and turned away to look at the window as I let the tears flow down my eyes slowly. “Do you have to do this?” I ask him and heard him scoff“Are you questioning me?” he laughs and pinned me down to the bed. I was forced to turn back at him.“You will see me f*ck you Zyra. You don’t deserve to be this beautiful when you are useless” he replied as he slid his down his hands down to my waist. I folded my lips in as I whimpered lowly and felt his fingers around my womanhood.“You are still a virgin right?” he asks and I nod my head hoping he wouldn’t go any further but he chuckles instead.“Sweet” he replied and slowly sent his two fingers inside of me.“Ah!” I yelped out in pain.“Yes, feel it” he snickers and lowered his face to my neck and began trailing kisses around my neck while he kept sending his fingers back and forth inside me.I am n
Cade's POV"Alpha Cade!" the crowd cheered as I walked in, my head held high. My father proudly placed his hands on my shoulders, a smile lighting up his face."Double celebration for us, Nightshade. Alpha Cade is plus one today!" he announced, and the room erupted in applause.I smiled, scanning the room until my gaze met Zyra's. Instantly, my smile faded as I noticed the stern expression on her face. She quickly looked away before I could react.Looks like someone has some guts now.I watched as she made her way back into the mansion, determined to get under my skin. Well, I would deal with her later.Amidst the congratulatory wishes from pack members, I grew tired of the noise. The celebration filled every nook and corner, and I decided to retreat inside the mansion. Kevin and Alex walked beside me as we made our way to the hall where the birthday festivities were taking place.Everything was going well—I had assumed my rightful position as the Alpha, the birthday celebration was i