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 POVLiving in the mansion with Freda has infused every corner of these ancient halls with a new vitality. It’s no longer just a place of history and tradition; it’s a living, breathing testament to the love and connection that has bloomed between us. As I watch her move about the mansion, her laughter echoing through the hallways, I’m reminded of the profound impact she’s had on my life.I would never forget the moment she called, her voice carrying a mixture of determination and vulnerability. The phone call had been a surprise, catching me off guard. But as she spoke the words, “I want to take you up on your offer. I want to come and live at the mansion,” my heart had raced with a wild mixture of emotions.There was joy, undeniably, the exhilaration of knowing that she was choosing to be closer to me, to share her life with me in a more intimate way. But there was also a twinge of nervousness, a fear that I couldn’t quite place. It wasn’t doubt about my feelings for her; those
Darren POVThe days in our hidden cabin stretched on, each one a testament to our determination. Darren had made contact with his trusted investigator, Bush, who had been discreetly working to locate Zack’s ex-wife, Annie. Our plan hinged on finding her and uncovering the secrets she held.One crisp morning, Darren’s face lit up with anticipation as he told me, “Bush is ready to make the call.” His fingers tapped out a number on his phone, and the faint sound of ringing filled the cabin.After a few moments, a gruff voice answered, “Bush here.”“Hey, it’s Darren,” my ally spoke in hushed tones, the tension palpable even through the phone. “Any updates on Annie?”Bush’s voice held a hint of weariness. “She has been elusive, but I have got a lead. She has been spotted in a small town not far from my location here abroad. Seems like she is trying to stay off the radar.”Darren leaned closer to the phone, his eyes intense. “That is promising. Can you find out more about her activitie