Kaine POV I woke up once again for the umpteenth time. Each time I wake, I would struggle with the chains I was bound in, hoping to break free. I would had broken free by this time. Strength is my forte. Without my wolf, I am a strong man. My wolf heightens my strength. But these animals have been injecting me with wolfsbane every four hours. Such cowards. "Face me if you dare!! " I yelled to them. I struggled the chains again and again. I was too weak at the moment. Those bastards, I thought. Attacking me from behind. That crafty physician, Mage. I should have killed him when I had the chance. He has always preferred my brother over me. I was stupid. I should have thought that he was the one person Zack would turn to at a time like this. I remember how Zaine would run to him and spend hours at his clinic doing what not.I hated the fact that most people favored him more than me. I was always the second option. I never could meet up with Zack. He was always better than me in e
Zack povAt the town square.I and Kaine are before the council of elders and every member of the Red moon Pack. While in chains, Kaine was in trial for attempting to kill me. "Did you attempt to kill your brother, Zack? " ElderJames asked Kaine. "Yes, I did. " Kaine replied. "And if given the chance, I would kill him a hundred times over. " he added looking straight into my eyes.It felt like I was hit with bag of bricks. I felt goosebumps all over my skin. It felt like a part of my heart was ripped out of my chest and torn to pieces. Why did he hate me so much? I wondered. When did he start harboring such for me? Where did it all come from? These questions were ringing in my head. I tried to recall different bits of our childhood, searching for reasons that would make him hate me so. He was a difficult kid growing up. He seemed to always have it though and was always seeking approval from our parents, especially Father. I had always known they never gave him enough consi
Zack povLock him up. " I ordered. Some wolves carried Kaine away to be locked. I still felt rage coursing through my body. My wolf screamed blood. I was still panting severely trying to catch my breath. I scooped down and tried to pacify my wolf. Kaine will never see the light of day in a very long time. I'll make sure he is locked in a place where he would have no interaction, wolf or human. Elder James came up to me. "You have done well. " He said. Then he turned to the crowd and said,"Red moon pack, your alpha. " He said out loud. The crowd cheered loudly as they clapped. "Hail, hail, hail to Lord Zack!! " They shouted. They got down on one knee one after the other. I did it. I was finally the alpha of the Red moon pack. Yes, I achieved that. But all of my family is gone. No one to celebrate with. All I had now was Freda. Freda, I thought. She was all I thought about . When my neck was in between Kaine's fangs. I knew I couldn't die. Not just for the pack but for her t
Kaine POV The dungeon's cold embrace had become my reality. Every breath I took felt tainted by the bitterness of my failure. Days bled into nights, the passage of time marked by the echoes of my own regrets. Anger and humiliation churned within me like a tempest, a torrent of emotion that threatened to drown me in its depths. The very air seemed to crackle with the energy of my frustration."How did it come to this?" I seethed inwardly, my clenched fists a reflection of the storm within. I had reached for power, attempted to wrest the alpha position from my own brother's grasp. My ambition had blinded me to the reality that I was playing a dangerous game, one that I was ill prepared to win. And now, I was paying the price.The memory of that fateful challenge replayed in my mind, each moment etched with painful clarity. The sneers of the elders as my brother exposed my treachery. The defiance in his eyes
Kaine POV Darren's unexpected acceptance of my proposal left me stunned, a surge of elation washing over me. I had approached him with uncertainty, bracing for rejection, but his willingness to ally with me sent a jolt of hope through my veins. Perhaps, finally, the gods were smiling down upon my wretched fate. As we found a secluded corner of the dungeon, our hushed conversations began to lay the foundation for our audacious plan."We are in this together now, I also want to see Liam or Zack fall" Darren whispered, his eyes glinting with a mixture of determination and desperation. His words resonated deep within me, a reminder that our lives were intertwined, and our fates were now shared.With every exchanged word, our alliance gained strength, our determination growing like a spark within the darkness. Each whispered strategy, each careful calculation, wove the strands of a daring escape. I marveled at the resilience tha
Zack povWith my rightful place as Alpha reclaimed, a sense of satisfaction washes over me. The familiar weight of responsibility and leadership settles comfortably on my shoulders. I had thrown a party to celebrate our success. The pack’s jubilation reverberates through the air, and I cannot help but smile as I watch my loyal members celebrate. They are not just my pack; they are my extended family, and their support means more than they would ever know.Among the crowd, my eyes are drawn to Freda. Her presence is a calming force, a reminder of the shared battles we have fought together. Making my way to her, I offer a grateful smile. “Freda, your steadfastness and strength were important in this victory. You played an essential role in unearthing the truth. Without your help, I would not have been alive today.”Her eyes meet mine, and a hint of a smile graces her lips. “Zack, it was a team effort. We all played our part.”As I raise my glass for a toast, the energy in the room buz
Freda POV The weight of recent events finally eases as Zack and I stand outside the mansion, the chaos and danger now behind us. His rightful position as Alpha has been reclaimed, a triumph that carries a sense of relief and closure. As I glance at Zack, my heart swells with pride and admiration for his strength and leadership.“Freda,” Zack’s voice breaks the silence, his expression a mix of curiosity and sincerity, “I’ve been meaning to ask you something.”I turn to him, my curiosity piqued. “What is it, Zack?”He shifts slightly, his gaze meeting mine. “Back Before when I offered for you to stay at the mansion with me. You declined, and I respected your decision, but I can’t help wondering why.”A small smile tugs at the corners of my lips. Zack’s directness is one of the things I have always appreciated about him. “It is not that I do not want to, Zack. Your offer meant a lot to me, especially after everything we have been through. But the truth is, everything happened so fas
Freda POVThe next morning, I step into the familiar corridors of Crescent Hospital, my heart a mixture of anticipation and normalcy. It is as if the events of the past days exist in a separate world, and stepping into the hospital grounds brings a sense of routine back into my life. The soft hum of conversations and the occasional sound of medical equipment are a comforting backdrop, reminding me that life continues to move forward.As I make my way to the nursing station, my colleagues greet me with smiles and nods. Their warm welcome eases any lingering tension I might have had. A sense of camaraderie washes over me, a reminder of the connections I have forged during my time here.“ Doctor Freda, you are back!” Sarah, one of the nurses, exclaims as she approaches me. “We have missed you.”I return her smile, genuinely touched by the warm reception. “It is good to be back, Sarah.”Dr. Patel, the head of the department, emerges from his office and spots me. He walks over, extendin
Zack's pov (Finale)"Where is Freda? " I said, cutting straight to the chase. "First I need the money, sir. " he said. I took out my phone. "Call out your account number. " I said. He called it out, I wired the money to him. "Now, tell me. " I said. "Remember that closed end road that used be a cave? " he asked. I racked my brain. It came to me suddenly. I and Kaine used to play there when we were kids before my father closed the cave. "Yes. " I said. "Kaine opened it up when he was alpha. Not many people knew about it. That has been Kaine's hideout and that is where he is holding Freda. " he said. I looked at Aiden, he looked right back at me. "I think I know where he is talking about. " he said."I think I do too. How come we never searched there? " I said. "Beats me. " Aiden replied. He grabbed the man by his shirt, a little roughly. "If we find out that you lied to us, trust me, Kaine will be the least of your worries. " he snarled. The poor man looked terr
Zack's POVI had just sent Rosa away from my study. The little witch had tried to seduce me. Had I not been quick to stop her, it would have been a problem. What if Freda had walked in here and saw us in that compromising position with her. When Freda had told me that they would be staying in the mansion with us, I had felt a little skeptical about everything. I had gotten nothing but bad vibes from them since we went to Freda's home at their mansion. He stepmother looked malicious and kept giving her the stink eye. She was also so cold and unreceptive when she saw Freda. Almost as if she was not happy that she is alive and well. She blamed her for everything that had happened to their family and still does. More to it, she had especially being insistent that Freda takes up the alpha position and was very enraged as well disappointed when Freda turned their suggestion down. I immediately did not like her. As if she was not so negative towards Freda, she had extended an olive b
Rosa’s povDay after day, the days turn to weeks, weeks to months and the months to years. It has been just I a f my mother in this big mansion that my father left for us to live in. It has just been the both of us. Oh and mr Peterson. My mom had said that he was a butler to my father when my father was still the alpha of the red moon pack. That was before my father was banished from the pack. I and my mother have lived away from the pack. My mother is my father’s second wife and because he had a child with his first woman, I am not a direct descendant of the alpha bloodline. This is why my mother could not contest for the title. I had just wrapped up from college. Going to college had kept me sane for a while. But I had to go home occasionally to make sure my mom does not get lonely. My half sister, Freda, had been lost for a long time. She was to be a direct heir for the title. But Freda had showed up at the mansion. We were both stunned to see that she is alive and well. She i
Mabel’s pov“What do you mean take my place as alpha. I have no intentions of doing that. “ I heard Freda say to Mr Peterson. I stayed close to the door listening to the conversation between Freda and Mr Peterson. “Yes, yes you must. It is your legacy after all. You have to lay claim to the alpha title. It was meant to be yours. “ Mr Peterson said to Freda. “He is right. “I said stepping out of the the main building as well. “If you don’t want it, do it for your family, for us. You owe that much to us. “ I added. Freda turned to face Zack. He looked surprised and a little lost at what to do with what was unfolding before them. “Zack? “ Freda called, her question to him hanging heavily in the air. I could clearly see something strong was between both of them. They were probably in love or something. Zack sighed deeply, rubbed his face with his palm and looked at me. “I will not do it. They want me to raise a coup against you. You are alpha of the red moon pack and no one else.
Freda pov “In truth, the actual alpha of the Blood Moon pack was Freda’s father,” the Mr Peterson declared, his voice carrying the weight of revelation. I and Zack exchanged stunned glances, our minds reeling with the implications of this unexpected disclosure. “What do you mean? “ Zack asked. “My father has been alpha and his father before him. “ Zack said. “No. Freda’s father was alpha. Her father was banished and had to travel to the city. That’s when Zack parents step in as alpha Her dad vowed never to go back to the back. “ he said. “How is this possible, Mr Peterson? I know my father is a warewolf but alpha? That is too far stretched. “I said. “Oh but, that is the truth, however bitter it may sound. Your father was alpha and you are a direct descendant of the alpha line. Whether your father was banished or not. “ he replied. The Mr Peterson continued, delving deeper into the intricate tapestry of their family’s past. My father, a man of great strength and pride, had been
Freda’s povHe faced me. “I presume you have questions for me, young lady. “ he said. “I do. “ I replied. “But first, do come in, please. “ he said as he led us into the cabin. He gave us tea to drink. When he sat down with us, I started, “Mr Peterson, I just discovered that I am a warewolf but I have lived as a human all my life. How is that possible? “ I asked. Mr Peterson sighed. “I think it is time to call for a family meeting. They need to know that you are still alive. They all thought you were dead all these time. “ he said. “What do you mean by family? Is my mom alive? “ I asked, my voice shaking. Mr Peterson got up and left to make the calls. I felt Zack’s hand on my back. “It will be okay. I am right here with you. “ he said. He held my hand in his. I nodded. “Thank you, Zack” I said. I reached out and held his hand. He gave me a little squeeze with a side small. “Always “, he mouthed. He stood up and walked around the living room observing things. The cabin gave
Freda's POVZack announced to everyone that Annie had left the pack. The staff seemed to whisper among themselves. "She never said she was leaving.""It never seemed like she was ready to leave. ""I thought she was trying to get back with Lord Zack. "Zack cleared his throat and the whispers stopped. "Due to pressing personal matters that surfaced, Annie had to leave. I will appreciate if there are no whispers in her absence. " he said. "You may continue. " he announced. Zack reduced the feast days to two days for my sake. I was in no mood for more celebration. My mind was racing with thoughts. Zack, knowing well that I may not talk much with people. I mean, I just killed someone. And although it was on a basis of self defense, it did not make me feel better. I felt terrible that Annie had to die like that. I never meant harm for her. The mansion was a bit quiet without her. She was usually everywhere trying to take change of every single little thing. She put on a com
Freda’s pov“Somebody help me!!!! “ I screamed. She gripped my neck and squeezed tight. Her gaze focused on the my necklace. I have always worn it. My mother had given it to me. “No, don’t touch it. “ I said. “Awwn, I’m curious though. “ she said. Annie held it and pulled at it. Just then I felt a surge of energy through my body. I felt my body break and change. I felt my teeth grow longer. I grew to the same height as Annie. She looked at me, startled at what she was seeing. “What in the w—” she started to say. With a powerful force, I slashed at her throat, killing her on the spot. I was panting so hard, trying to catch my breath. When I had calmed down a bit, I looked down at Annie. She lay still on the ground and a lot of blood was spilling from her neck. “No no no no no. “ I said as I crouched down to her. I pressed my hands against her neck trying to stop the bleeding as much as I could. “Annie? Annie? “ I said, slapping her lightly on her face. “Wake up Annie.....
Freda's pov"Remember when you asked me to marry you? " I asked. He nodded. "Does it still stand? " I asked. "Are you saying yes? " he asked, excited. I nodded. He picked me up from the ground and rained kisses on my face. "We would hold a feast to celebrate this. " he said. He was grinning from ear to ear. "What made you change your mind by the way? I thought you wanted to wait? " he asked. Thinking of what to say, I turned around and walked towards the window. "I know I wanted to wait and I thought that was the best decision as at the time. " I said. I turned and faced him. "But I just went through a near death experience and during that moment all I could think of was you and how I could have allowed myself to be happy with what we have. Not thinking of what the people will say or think about it. " I said. I moved closer to him. "I know I kept you on hold but at that moment all I had were regrets for not taking the chance with you. " I said. I took his hands i