The pack members were done for the day and began to go their separate ways to their various rooms. Kieran took a walk with Seraphina since neither was ready to go to bed. They concluded on spending the rest of their time on a stroll around the mansion.As they walked, the night air was cool and refreshing. The stars twinkled brightly in the sky, casting a gentle light over the surroundings. Kieran glanced at Seraphina, noting how the starlight made her features soft and almost ethereal."You know, tonight's training went really well," Kieran said, breaking the comfortable silence.Seraphina smiled. "It did. Zyra is a fast learner, and everyone seemed to have a good time. It's nice to see the pack coming together like that."Kieran nodded. "Yeah, it’s important, especially with everything that’s going on. We need to be united."They continued walking, eventually finding a quiet spot on the ground where they could sit and watch the stars. The mansion loomed behind them, but out here, it
At Nightshade pack, Alpha Cade rolled over to the other side of his bed for the fourth time. Sleep eluded him, and frustration grew with each passing minute. Glancing at the clock, he saw it was only 2 a.m. A deep, inexplicable sadness gnawed at him, leaving him confused and restless."Why do I feel so empty?" he muttered to himself, sitting up in bed. He scanned his room, hoping to find something to occupy his mind, but nothing seemed to help. Finally, he decided to step outside for some fresh air. He walked to his balcony, hoping the cool night breeze might bring some clarity.As Cade leaned against the railing, gazing at the moonlit landscape, the air around him began to shimmer. He blinked, unsure if his tired eyes were playing tricks on him. Then, before him, a figure materialized—a woman of otherworldly beauty, her presence radiating power and serenity."Alpha Cade," she spoke, her voice like a melody that resonated deep within his soul, "I am the Moon Goddess as you know, and
Zyra patiently waited for Marcus to come out of the bathroom. She needed to speak with him and uncover what he was keeping from her. Now that they were mates, she believed there should be no secrets between them.She sat still until he emerged, surprised to see her waiting. He sighed and made his way to get his clothes, but she spread her hands on the bed and tilted her head, calling out, “Marcus?”He heaved a sigh, replying, “Not now, Zyra.”She rolled her eyes in frustration. “Why? What are you not telling me?” she demanded, watching as he turned his back on her, revealing his tattoo again.“Is it behind your tattoo? Tell me, I want to know…” she pleaded, her voice soft yet insistent.He groaned softly. “Zyra, you don’t need to know all of this,” he said, trying to brush off her questions.She shook her head, standing up and walking towards him. She cupped his cheeks in her hands and stared into his eyes. “What is it?” she whispered.“I am your mate; you should tell me…” she said g
The training session progressed with ease for hours. Every member of the pack trained effortlessly, pushing themselves to their limits. Eventually, Zyra grew tired and decided to take a break. She reached for a bottle of water, took a long drink, and sighed in relief.Feeling the need to escape for a moment, Zyra decided to explore the pack’s garden. The garden was a tranquil haven, filled with vibrant flowers and lush greenery. As she entered, the peace of the garden enveloped her, and she paused to smile at the beautiful flowers around her. She crouched down to admire a cluster of particularly vibrant roses, their petals a brilliant shade of red.As she reached out to touch one of the roses, something strange happened. A warm, tingling sensation spread from her fingertips, and she felt a deep connection to the plants around her. To her astonishment, the roses began to grow and bloom even more vibrantly under her touch. She gasped, pulling her hand back in shock."What...what just h
Time went on so fast and Zyra was still seated in her room staring at the book in her hand as she danced her legs in the air. She had already written down her thoughts and experience in the book and at this point, she thought of Marcus, she couldn’t wait to tell Marcus what happened, she couldn’t wait for his reaction but she was scared of facing him, “What if he sends me away?” she asked herself as she rolled to the other side of her bed. Unable to come into conclusions, she tossed her book away to the nightstand and smiled at the ceiling above her, she lifted her hands above her and chuckled, “Is this real?” Zyra asked herself. ---The dawn broke over the Nightshade Pack’s territory, casting a golden hue over the dense forest that surrounded their stronghold. Alpha Cade stood on the balcony of the pack house, surveying the tranquil morning. Despite the peaceful exterior, his mind was troubled. He knew they needed to stay vigilant and united in these uncertain times.As the pack m
At Alpha Marcus’s pack, the evening shadows grew longer, casting a cool, inviting twilight over the training grounds. Zyra, who had spent the day mingling and laughing with the pack members, now felt the chill creeping in. She rubbed her arms, feeling a mixture of fatigue and anticipation. Despite her best efforts to avoid Marcus during the day, she couldn't shake the desire to talk to him. With a small smile playing on her lips, she rose to head back to her room, her gaze fixed on the ground.Lost in her thoughts, she didn't notice Marcus standing right in her path. She bumped into him, flinching back with wide eyes. "Mar-Marcus…" she stammered, taking a step back, her heart racing."Hey, where are you going?" he asked, reaching out to hold her hand, but she pulled away, avoiding his eyes."It’s getting late. I want to take a rest," she replied, trying to sound casual as she rubbed her arms for warmth.Marcus sighed, his expression softening. "Can we talk?" he asked gently.Sh
Alpha Marcus reached for her cheeks, gently tucking her hair behind her ears as he whispered, “Tell me why I won’t love you.” He sighed deeply, and she returned his gaze with a soft smile.“I don’t want to stress you; you should be resting after training,” he said, concern evident in his voice.She clicked her tongue and shook her head slightly. “I already had my rest; I’m here for you,” she replied softly, her eyes locked onto his as she held his hand on her cheek.“What does it feel like?” she whispered; her voice barely audible.“Pain… excruciating pain,” he admitted, his eyes reflecting the torment he felt.She squinted at him, a look of realization crossing her face. “You’re the guy from my dreams, aren’t you?”He sighed and nodded reluctantly. “Hate to admit it, but yeah.”“Oh, goodness… I can understand how you feel,” she said, her empathy clear.“You should stop worrying yourself,” he replied, his fingers trailing gently across her cheeks.“You see things in your dreams. That
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