After a long journey, Enne and Altair finally returned to their village. A large gate made of sturdy wood welcomed them, adorned with the pack crest that symbolized their strength and unity. The normally quiet village was now filled with the boisterous voices of pack members gathered to welcome home their new Alpha and Luna."Alpha! Luna!" one pack member exclaimed with a wide smile. Cheers of joy filled the air, but Enne felt that the heavy burden in his heart had not completely disappeared.Altair held Enne's hand tightly as they got off the carriage. He knew that his wife was still shaken by the events in the city. He could feel the tension emanating from her body despite Enne's face trying to mask her worry."Calm down, it's all over," Altair whispered in a soft tone in Enne's ear.Enne gave a small nod, but her gaze remained vigilant. Andhara's image still haunted her mind. Although they managed to escape the man's threat, Enne knew that the danger wasn't really over.Stella appe
That morning, Stella stood in front of the large gate of the Altair pack. The cool morning breeze swept through her flowing black hair, but her mind was not as relaxed as the morning weather. Stella knew her time here was up; she could no longer delay her return to the pack she led.As an Alpha, Stella had never shied away from her responsibilities. She knew that being a girl didn't make her role any smaller or less meaningful than any other Alpha male. But that duty also meant she couldn't be elsewhere for too long, even if she wanted to ensure the safety of her cousin, Altair, and her new Luna, Enne.Altair stood next to him, his face showing a mixture of gratitude and anxiety. "Are you sure you don't want to stay a few more days? The situation is still not completely under control," he said.Stella smiled a little, though there was firmness in her eyes. "My betas have been taking over for too long. I can't keep burdening them. They need their Alpha."Enne, who was standing by Altai
Blood flowed on the muddy ground. The gray sky above rumbled, as if crying out for the tragedy unfolding before Enne. Around him, bodies lay lifelessly, the battlefield was full of screams of pain that echoed in the air.Amidst the chaos, his eyes fell on a man wearing a black hood. In his hand, a dagger gleamed red, dripping with fresh blood. The man stood over the body of a woman who had lost her life-his eyes were empty, his hands still outstretched as if trying to hold on to the life that was slowly leaving him.Enne could not move. Her feet seemed to be planted on the ground. She wanted to scream, wanted to stop the brutality happening in front of her, but her voice seemed to be choked in her throat.The man turned his head. His cold eyes stared directly at Enne, as if aware of his existence. His face was faint in the shadow of his hood, but the terrifying aura emanating from him made Enne tremble."You shouldn't be here," the man's voice echoed, deep and menacing.Then, without
A cold wind hit her face when Andhara opened her eyes. Her head throbbed, her thoughts blurred like a fog blocking her memory. She couldn't remember how she got to this place.She was in a dark room that was only dimly lit by the cracks in the wooden walls. The sound of old wood rattling echoed, accompanied by faint steps outside.Her hands trembled as she tried to get up. Something felt wrong. His body felt tired, as if he had done something that drained all his energy.Then, slowly, memories began to return.Enne. The wedding. Blue light.She groaned softly, clutching her head. It wasn't him. It wasn't her who kidnapped Enne!But if not her, then who?Andhara closed her eyes, trying to remember more clearly. She remembered that night, when she first found something she should never have found-a small blue glowing object known as the Eye of the Moon.She accidentally found it in the old ruins near the border. It felt so powerful, so seductive, and seemed to whisper in her mind.From
Andhara's footsteps stopped.Andhara did not speak immediately. There was something that tied his tongue, whether it was a sense of caution or something else."Don't come close."The voice echoed back in his head, more urgent than ever."He's not your ally."Andhara blinked. This was the first time the figure in his head sounded panicked.But why?Andhara let out a long breath, hiding his anxiety behind a cold expression. "I didn't come for small talk. I want to know the truth."The man chuckled. "Which truth?"Andhara clenched his fists.He was tired of being ordered around by something he couldn't even see."Just tell me," he said coldly.The cloaked man smiled. "Then let me show you something."Suddenly, the world around Andhara spun.Everything changed in an instant-the cold air pierced his skin, and he suddenly felt like he was no longer where he was.He fell into a deep shadow.And there, for the first time, he saw the truth about himself.***Andhara woke up with a rush of brea
Enne stood in front of her bedroom window, gazing out at the expanse of forest that was beginning to be illuminated by the morning light. A cool breeze brushed against her skin, carrying the scent of wet leaves and dewy soil.Back when she still lived in the city with Ingrid, mornings were usually filled with the sound of toasters or small talk with shop customers. Now, her life had changed drastically.As Luna, she was not only Altair's partner, but also a figure respected by the entire pack. Every decision she made would affect so many lives, and it weighed heavily on her shoulders.The door to the room opened, and Altair stepped in with a serious expression."Are you awake?" he asked, his voice deep as ever.Enne turned her head and nodded. "I haven't been sleeping well lately."Altair approached, his hands resting on the edge of the table behind him. His sharp eyes watched Enne's face for a moment before saying, "Because of the pressure of being Luna?"Enne smiled faintly, not den
Enne began to understand that being Luna wasn't just about being Altair's mate or standing by his side as he led. It was about how she was accepted by the rest of the pack, how she proved herself not only as Alpha's mate, but also as a leader they could respect.However, not everyone welcomed him with open arms.Ever since the inauguration ceremony, there were some pack members who seemed to keep their distance from her. Enne was aware of the doubtful looks that were thrown his way, the subtle whispers that often stopped as he approached.One morning, as she walked through the village center with Lyra, they passed a group of pack members talking. As Enne and Lyra passed by, their conversation suddenly stopped. Some of them seemed to bow their heads, while others looked at him with expressions that were difficult to interpret."Looks like someone still has doubts about you," Lyra whispered after they moved away.Enne sighed. "I know. But I don't know how to change that."Lyra smiled fa
"You've done your job well, Devota," Altair said finally. "But from now on, I will handle this myself."The next day, Altair called a surprise meeting with all the pack members. No one knew what would be discussed, but once they saw the cold look in their leader's eyes, no one dared to underestimate the urgency.Enne, who was standing beside Altair, felt confused by this situation. However, he did not say anything, just waited like the other members.When everyone had gathered, Altair stepped forward."I want to discuss something I shouldn't have to," his voice sounded heavy, each word containing power. "Our Luna has been accepted in a legitimate ceremony, and that means she is one of us. However, I hear there are those who still question her position."Silence fell over the place."I don't care who you are or where you come from, but one thing you must understand-no one in this pack has the right to challenge my decision." Altair's eyes swept the crowd with his piercing gaze. "Enne i
A gray sky stretched over the Altair pack territory. Thick clouds hung low, as if pressing down on the ground with an invisible weight. The cold air reached down to the bones, carrying a faint scent of wet earth and blood.Stella waited in the meeting room, her gaze fixed on the open door. As soon as Altair stepped inside, followed by Enne, she cut in without preamble."We need to talk," she said firmly.Altair raised one eyebrow. "If this is about patrols, Stella, I've already increased the guards at the border.""That's not it." Stella gave Enne a quick glance, before looking back at Altair. "It's about Nathalie and Andhara. They are a threat to your pack. We can't ignore that fact.""Andhara is indeed an enemy," Altair admitted in a low voice. "I don't want to admit it but she had a hand in bringing back Etienne's inner wolf.""Rash decision," Stella cut in. "You should have locked them up until we really knew what they were planning. We don't even know who's controlling those stra
The morning air felt heavier as Enne stood at the edge of the balcony, looking up at the slowly brightening sky. His hands grasped the wooden railing, trying to find peace after the journey they had just gone through last night. However, something was bothering him-a faint whisper that had lingered in his mind since their return from the spirit world."You must go back to remember everything."The voice came again, clearer than before. Enne felt something inside him-a strange energy that he had never felt before. Ever since his inner wolf returned, there was a part of him that felt changed.Footsteps sounded from behind. She didn't need to turn her head to know who was approaching."Still thinking about last night's trip?" Altair's voice sounded low and calm, as usual.Enne nodded slowly. "It feels... like something's not right. Like something came back with us."Altair stood beside her, his eyes staring intently at the sky as if searching for answers. "I feel it too," he said. "But w
The air around them changed. The temperature dropped drastically, and a dense fog enveloped the place. Enne blinked, trying to understand where they were after the explosion of light from the moonstone. The sound of the wind blowing sounded like a whisper, slipping between the lifeless trees around them.Altair stood beside her, his breathing heavy and his jaw hardened. Nathalie as well as Andhara looked uneasy, her eyes scanning the shadows moving in the distance."We're... not in the same place," Enne murmured, her voice trembling."Definitely not," Altair replied, his voice deep and alert. "I don't like this."Suddenly, footsteps sounded from behind the mist. A tall figure in dark robes appeared, his eyes glowing silvery like the moon. He stood in front of them expressionlessly, exuding an ancient aura that gave Enne goosebumps."Welcome to the true spirit world," he said, his voice echoing through the air."Who are you?" Altair asked sharply."Someone who has been waiting for you.
That morning, before the sun had fully risen into the sky, Enne, Altair, Andhara and Nathalie left the pack territory and began their journey towards the cave Andhara was referring to. The forest they had to pass through was darker and quieter than usual. The trees towered high, forming a thick canopy that let only a little sunlight penetrate to the ground. The air was cold, carrying the scent of wet leaves after last night's rain. Enne stared at the street below him, his mind spinning at Andhara's confession."Moonstone..." she murmured softly.Back then, the last time Andhara had kidnapped her, there was something different about the man. The look in his eyes, the way he spoke, and his aura felt more... dark. Now everything was starting to make sense. The moonstone was not just a legend, but something real and influential.Enne clenched his fists, determined. If the stone had anything to do with Lynx's disappearance, then he had to find it.Currently, they were on their way to the c
Andhara hid in the shadow of the wooden building not far from the room where Nathalie was being held. Her eyes were sharp, watching from a small gap, taking in every movement in the room.She knew this was dangerous. She shouldn't be here. But after hearing that Nathalie was captured by Altair and brought into the pack's territory, Andhara could not stay silent.She wanted to know what happened to her partner.More than that, she wanted to make sure that Altair and Stella didn't find anything that could harm her.However, what she did not expect was to see Enne in the room, talking to Nathalie.Andhara narrowed her eyes.What was he doing there?Enne sat in a chair across from Nathalie, trying to talk to her. Her gestures suggested that she wasn't interrogating, but rather trying to understand.Andhara frowned.But she didn't have much time to analyze it further.Because in an instant, before she could realize what was happening, someone moved from behind her-and suddenly the world ar
The night wind crept into the cave where Andhara was hiding, bringing with it a chill that pierced to his bones. He leaned against the rough stone wall, his body tired after days of being directionless.His eyes stared blankly into the darkness, but his mind was much darker than that. Ever since then-since he failed to protect himself, failed to protect his inner wolf, failed to maintain control-the voices in his head had been getting more and more intense."Shut up."He pressed the sides of his head together, his fingers gripping his own hair. However, the voice did not disappear. It remained, whispering, demanding, threatening."You think you can run from me? From us?"That voice was not his inner wolf. Andhara knew. Her inner wolf was supposed to be a part of her, not an alien force lurking in the darkness, waiting for an opportunity to take control.But he couldn't hear his inner wolf anymore. Just like Enne.Damn it.He closed his eyes, trying to control her ragged breathing. He
Enne sat on the side of his bed, his hand gently rubbing the cool surface of the blanket. His mind had been wandering since the events of last night. Altair had caught him in Nathalie's room, and although he didn't get angry right away, his cold demeanor clearly showed that he didn't approve of Enne's actions.She bit her lip lightly. She knew Altair was just worried, but she could not stay silent either. Lynx was still missing, and the only person who might be able to help-Andhara-was still missing.The door to the room suddenly opened, revealing Altair standing tall with an unreadable expression. His sharp eyes scanned Enne for a few moments before he finally stepped inside and closed the door behind him."What are you thinking?" Altair's heavy voice broke the silence.Enne turned her head and looked at him. "I'm thinking about Lynx. About Andhara."Altair took a breath, then walked towards her. "And you think that talking to Nathalie will give you answers?"Enne nodded, but hesitat
Enne walked slowly along the corridor, carrying a tray of steaming hot food. Only the sound of her footsteps could be heard, echoing off the stone walls of Altair's pack house.To be honest, she was a little nervous. Altair would be furious if he found out he was taking over Jessica's duty to deliver food to Nathalie. Not because he cared whether Nathalie ate or not, but because he didn't want Enne to be in danger.But Enne felt she had to do this.Nathalie had remained silent ever since they brought her to the pack house. No answers, no resistance, not even a curse like prisoners who refused to be detained would usually utter. It was as if she had completely shut herself off from all of them.And Enne wanted to know why.When she arrived in front of the room where Nathalie was locked up, she caught her breath, then knocked gently on the door."Come in," came the voice from inside, flat and emotionless.Enne opened the door slowly.The room was quite cozy compared to the cold and damp
The sun was still hiding behind the horizon when Altair, Enne, Stella, and a few of Altair's confidants prepared to depart. The morning air was cold, but the tension between them was enough to chase away any drowsiness or laziness.Enne was wearing a light combat suit-something Stella had prepared for her. The clothes allowed for quick movement, and although still not fully accustomed to the role of a fighter, she knew that she could not rely solely on Altair's protection forever.Altair stood in front of them, his tall body like that of a leader ready to lead his troops. "We don't know what we'll face there. Andhara is cunning, and we need to be smarter than her."Everyone nodded."And you," Altair looked at Enne. "Stay by my side. Don't act rashly."Enne wanted to argue, but seeing the sharp look in Altair's eyes, she finally just nodded.Stella grinned. "Don't worry, I'll take care of her."Altair glanced at his cousin. "You'd rather cause trouble than look after someone."Stella l