Valeria POVMy horse gallops down the woods, my army behind me all crying out tears of war. Today is finally the day we get rid of the pillars, just a week after we killed Lux. Am I excited about this war? No, but do I want them all dead? Yes. I have been anticipating this for a week. I know the aftermath is going to be terrible, and I am prepared for everything. I just want the Pillars dead and the werewolf world to be taken back to normal.“Alpha Damien is way ahead,” Collin said, and I nodded my head. I pushed my horse to ride faster; we are supposed to move first according to our plan, but I guess they went before us. We got to the palace where they have been hiding all this while, and it’s already a bloody battleground. Titus definitely came prepared, but there is no way he is overpowering three different armies. Mine, Damien’s, and Dmitri’s. He is outnumbered.“Remember all we have trained for and make me proud.” I mind-linked, and they all roared. I left them, leaving Collins t
Third Person POVDamien and Valeria got outside, and it was a mess. Bodies everywhere, injured warriors. But Dmitri stopped the bloodbath by raising Titus’s head to the air; the pillars had been defeated; time to stop fighting.“The war is finally over; now we await the moon goddess,” Dmitri said, dropping Titus’ head carelessly. The air became colder, and the sky grumbled. Valeria held Damien’s hand tightly; she wasn’t letting go. Everyone had their heart in their hands; they were all nervous about what was about to happen, but Valeria remained strong.“She is here,” Dmitri said, and truly she was here. She slowly appeared, dressed in a white gown. She looked pure, looking like she would never cause anyone any harm, but Valeria knew it was the opposite. Selene’s heart is dark, she derived joy from harming her wolves. She is the cause of everything, the one who is to be blamed for everything, and she doesn’t deserve to be the moon goddess. Selene’s eyes match with Valeria’s, and her e
Third Person POVThe fight continued, and they were both physically tired, but no one was backing down.“I should have killed you when I had the chance!” Selene growled, swinging her sword at Valeria, but Valeria blocked it weakly. They are both weak.“But you didn’t because you were a fool,” she said, laughing weakly, and Selene tried to stay on her feet. She was exhausted; she could no longer feel her arms, and Valeria felt the same way. Dmitri shook his head at them, but suddenly, he looked up, and he smiled.“They are here,” he said, and Damien was confused.“Who is?” he asked. He walked to them, and Damien followed suit. Valeria turned to them, and her eyes widened in shock, looking at Damien.“I told you to keep him away,” she growled, and Selene looked at Damien, and a smirk rose on her face. Using her last strength, she ran to Damien, and Valeria’s eyes widened.“No!” she screamed in horror, and Damien closed his eyes, expecting the pain. Valeria was obviously too weak to prote
Third Person POVThe rain fell heavily as the warriors lowered the coffin. Valeria stood, dressed in black, looking at the grave as Egan cried out loudly in her arms. The pack was mourning; his family was mourning, but Valeria couldn’t bring herself to cry. She could only watch as they covered up the grave. It’s been three days since the war, and today was the burial. When she woke up, Valeria commanded Collin to lead back the remaining army while she headed to the White Wolf Pack with the remaining army and the dead body of her mate. They had won the war, but at what expense?The pack mourned, everyone trying to console each other, but Valeria didn’t want to be consoled. She gave out orders strongly, but everyone knew she was dying inside. The process was ready, and they finally gave him a benefitting burial. After the burial, Valeria looked at the pouring rain. Everyone always says when a loved one dies and rain falls, it means they are smiling down at you. Is Damien smiling down at
Valeria POV“Thank you so much for your help,” I said to Ares. He smiled back at me politely. We were in the conference room, and I thought he had left, but clearly he was still here, and he asked to speak to me. I don’t know why, but I guess we will find out.“You don’t need to thank us; we were just doing our job,” he replied, and I nodded my head.“What are they going to do to her?” I asked, referring to Selene.“We are not sure yet. But her external punishment awaits. We apologise for letting it get this far before we could stop her. But thankfully, she would never be able to hurt anyone again,” he said, and I have no idea how to feel about that statement. Obviously, the wolves have been suffering for a long time; many innocent people died. My mate is not the only victim; they only stepped in when it got too far.Personally, I am hiding the rage and anger I feel deep within me. I may speak about Selene this calmly, but the anger I feel inside of me is different, and I want nothing
Valeria POVThe music played loudly, everyone cheering as I sat at the bar, quietly sipping my drink. I looked at all the dancing and sweaty bodies, people making out at every corner of the club. It was the weekend, and everyone was having a blast. Well, everyone except me. I just sat in the corner, not talking to anyone and just minding my business and observing my environment. But of course, can a pretty lady sit at a club herself without some random dudes approaching her? Absolute the fuck not.“Hey there, sexy lady,” the voice said, and I turned to look. It was a boy who seemed to be around 23 years old. He is muscular with loads of tattoos on his body. He wore black leather pants and a black shirt, which he didn’t button all the way. He looked like a boy in a band with the spooky makeup and hair and also with the tonnes of jewellery he has on. I wasn’t interested in entertaining this man, so I looked away.“Why is a pretty lady like you sitting here all alone?” He pressed, moving
Valeria POVI stood up from the bed, appearing behind them, and they turned around in shock.“How did you do that?” Vince asked, and I smiled.“Not all women you see in the club are vulnerable. Some of them might be death knocking at your door,” I said as my claws came out. They moved back in shock, and I smiled.“W. What are you?” He asked, and I smiled; at least he is smart enough to know I am not human.“I see. This is what you three do during the weekends. Get a woman in the club, get her drunk and bring her up here,” I said, and they started sweating, moving back.“This was fun while it lasted. Try not to scream. Even if you…….” I was cut off as a white shirt brought out a knife and slashed my neck with it. I felt the sting of pain as blood gushed out of my neck.“Stupid bitch,” he said, cutting me in the same spot. I felt the pain, but my neck healed immediately. If a cut like that could have killed me, I would have died since. I growled, punching him slightly in the stomach, an
Valeria POVWe got home, and I freshened up, sitting down on the kitchen island. Egan cooked, wearing a jogger and apron, and I smiled. He has gotten so big and looks exactly like his father. Anytime I look at him, I am reminded of him.“Stop looking at me like that, Mom. People would think we are in love or something,” he said, and I chuckled.“How is it so wicked you look nothing like me? I gave birth to you, and you have none of my looks. It’s disappointing,” I said, and he chuckled, going to the refrigerator. He brought out a bottle of water and handed it over to me.“Well, life’s not fair,” he said, and I rolled my eyes.“This was how Damien looked before he died. Hair, eyes, height, body, everything,” I said, drinking the water.“Well, at least I get to remind you of how he looked like. It’s been so many years; you must have forgotten some memories,” he said, and I breathed out. He is right. It’s been so many years, I lost count already, but sadly. Everyone is dead, Sam, Darcy,
Valeria POVI woke up from my sleep, and I was in an unfamiliar bed. I looked around me, and I could hear the sound of birds chirping. The room was big and comfortable, with not too many designs. And the big window was opened, allowing the gentle breeze to come into the room. Something about the breeze, the chirping sounds of the bed, and the serenity makes me feel so calm.I smiled, coming down from the bed. I left the room and burst into the hallway. The hallway was spacious, and there were some vintage-looking lamps hanging on the walls. The floor was wooden, and the walls were a creamy colour. I walked down, and I got to the stairs. I walked down the stairs, and I was in the spacious living room. Instead of walls, it was a transparent glass wall, and I could see what was going on outside. We were surrounded by more beautiful green trees. The front yard is filled with soft green grass, and it looks so beautiful.“You’re awake,” Dmitri said, and I turned around. He smiled at me, wal
Dmitri’s POVI smiled, watching Valeria dance with some little children. The trip has been going way better than I imagined. I knew I needed to do something to get her out of her comfort zone, to show her a new world. All the things I said about my flings were true; I was never the man to fall in love with any woman. The last woman I loved genuinely was my mate, and she died so many years ago that I have forgotten some memories of her. I had flings, and they were there for sexual pleasure. It was nothing more than that. But with Valeria, it was different. Something about her captured my soul, and I have loved her for a long time.I am ready to take it step by step with her, ready to make her fall in love with me at her own pace. What she went through was sad; it shaped her into the life she lived today. But I know that is not who she is. Valeria just wants love; she wants to be loved, and she wants happiness. She may be stubborn, but that is a facade, and I saw right through her. Seei
Valeria POVI sat in the passenger seat, jamming to the song playing on the radio. It was three days later, and Dmitri and I were on our way to this surprise he organised for us. I have no idea where we are headed, but I am happy to be with him. He left two days ago to fix everything, and then he came back with some bags. He told me to wear the floral yellow sundress with a pair of brown sandals. The dress is a free long dress with a very fitted waist. It has spaghetti strap arms, and the gown cups up my breast, showing a bit of cleavage. Dmitri brushed my hair, leaving it messy as it fell down my back. He used some lip balm on my lips, and I was looking so beautiful and simple. I have never dressed that way; it was new, refreshing and simple. I loved it.I remembered how Egan looked at me. He was in awe, and his eyes were teary. I suddenly got shy, and they laughed at me. Dmitri was keeping his words, and I was welcoming it. The way he dressed me up, I looked so feminine. It was givi
Valeria POVI pulled back after crying my eyes out, and he cleaned my tears.“I’m sorry,” I said, looking at his body. He was shirtless, as usual, and I just cleaned my face on it. He looked down at his chest and waved it off.“It’s okay,” he said softly. He stood up, and I watched him go; soon he came back and lay down beside me.“You alright?” he asked, and I nodded my head, smiling. Felt good to get that off my chest.“You look cute when you cry,” he said, and I laughed.“Do I?” I asked, and he nodded his head. I smiled, lying down, and we both looked at each other.“You should get rid of your flings,” I said, and he raised his brows.“Why?” he asked.“If you claim to love me, then you need to stay loyal to me,” I said, and he chuckled.“But you are not mine,” he said.“You are lying on my bed, beside me,” I said, and he smiled.“Is that a yes?” he asked. I turned around, smiling.“Do it the right way and I will reconsider,” I said, fighting my smile. That was a beautiful speech; e
Valeria POVDmitri lay down beside me, his arms under his head. We have both taken separate baths, and now we are on the bed, with a small distance between us. It was awkward, all my fierce attitude of the window. Am I supposed to move closer? Am I supposed to drag him to me? I hated how I was acting like a teenager in love. I glanced at him, and he seemed lost in thoughts. What could he be thinking? What is going through his mind? I looked away, swallowing hard. I should try to make a conversation, say something to get rid of this awkwardness. I cleared my throat.“So, when was the last time you had sex?” I asked, and a deep laughter left his mouth. I looked at him, and he was laughing at my question. He was laughing so hard I was surprised because I have never seen him like this. I rolled my eyes.“What’s funny?” I asked, and he breathed out. Running a hand through his hair.“I’m sorry, pardon my laughter,” he said, and I rolled my eyes at him again. Well, don’t blame a girl for ask
Valeria POVSoon, night settled, and Egan and Cassidy left. I guess she was taking him to her quarters. I was left with Dmitri in this big-ass apartment, and I was quite nervous. We were still in the kitchen, seated on the island, and his stare was making me uneasy. I shifted in my seat nervously, looking at him.“What?” I asked, and he smiled slightly.“I am excited to see you nervous,” he said, and I raised my brows.“Why?” I mumbled. He shrugged his shoulders.“Nothing, it’s just amusing to see. You have some emotions in you,” he said, and I rolled my eyes.“When have I ever not been emotional?” I asked, and he breathed out.“The girl you killed, you didn’t care much for her,” he said, and I rubbed my neck.“It was a mistake,” I said, and he shook his head.“She was innocent,” he said, and I breathed out.“Well, I compensated her family,” I said, and he raised his brows.“You did?” he asked, and I nod my head.“I told Cassidy about it. Her family is super wealthy now,” I said.“Tha
Valeria POVWe finished eating, and Egan took the plates, clearing them.“So, why have you decided to grace us with your presence?” Cassidy asked. Egan didn’t tell her, I guess.“Vladimir”, I said, and she raised her brows.“What happened to him?” she asked, and I smiled.“I went to a strip club and met his son. He actually drugged me and tried to rape me,” I said, and her mouth hung open.“And you shove out his dick, literally,” Dmitri completed my statement, drinking his juice. Cassidy’s eyes widened, then she burst into loud laughter.“He deserves more than that. You never take advantage of a woman. We are terribly against it,” she said, and I nod my head.“Grace must have called you,” she said, and I nodded my head.“The bitch wants my apology. Obviously, she only wants to humiliate me because she and Vladimir won’t let it go. They will surely want their revenge,” I said, and she nodded her head.“Yes, she doesn’t like you, anyway. She feels threatened,” Cassidy said, and I nod my
aleria POVWe pulled apart and stared at each other. Was I betraying Damien by doing this? Was I committing a grave sin? Should I be regretting this and locking myself up as I hide my face in shame?“Hey, don’t overthink it,” Dmitri said softly, searching my face.“I am not,” I said, and he raised his brows.“You are, Valeria. Don’t overthink it,” he muttered. I smiled softly, my body still tingling at the thought of the kiss. It’s been so long since I had a kiss, a kiss where I genuinely wanted to, a kiss where I shared the same amount of passion. I have kissed a lot of me, but those are all hungry kisses, no emotions, and it was not in the least affectionate. But this one it was everything I could ever imagine. I wrapped my arms around him, hiding my face in his shoulders, and I took in his scent. He smelt different; he smelt like home, and he smelt like warmth, and it made me happy. He rubbed my back slowly, his hand trailing down my spine.“You are so strong,” he whispered in my e
Valeria POVI could tell Egan and Dmitri were confused, but this is something I have kept to myself for years. Of course, I wasn’t going to joke around all my life and not have anything to fall back on. I made this, me alongside all these women. We had only one goal, and it was to use our power or influence to do the right thing because everyone here has been wronged by the world. We all have our story, ranging from worse to better. And I am happy that, after so many years, this organisation was finally going to be helpful to me. I heard a low growl as Cassidy and I pulled apart, and I turned to Egan. He was staring at Cassidy with hooded eyes, and she also looked back at him with the same gaze. I gasped.“Is she your mate?” I asked, excited. But of course, they both didn’t reply to me. Their gaze was fixed on each other, and I smiled. Finally, he has found his mate.“Let’s give them some privacy,” I said, dragging Dmitri with me. I held his hand, going fully into the palace. We enter