ARIEL’S POVIt was dawn and as soon as the first crack of morning light hit, we knew it was time to lay siege on Velvet Moon.While the entire camp had to wake up and prepare themselves, I was already awake. I never went to sleep —I couldn’t. Not after what I saw last night. Not after seeing with my own two eyes what Melvin was doing.Melvin and… I couldn’t even bring myself to properly digest the sight of it. I was angry. I was devastated. My heart was shattered.Each time I closed my eyes, all I saw was them. I saw them kissing. I saw them holding each other and my heart broke all over again.It felt like the day I walked out on him, the pain was the same —no, this was stronger. A large lump sat in my throat and nothing I did could push it away.For some reason, I didn’t want Melvin to move on from me. I thought that maybe after all of this, we could resolve everything. Maybe we could be together again. Maybe that innocent love we had... maybe we could build it back up.Part of m
ARIEL’S POV“And how do you know this?” Ralph asked his tone of voice slightly indicating disbelief and uncertainty.I bit my lower lip before I answered his question, “I was behind enemy lines last night. I went to do a sweep and survey of the opposition’s strengths and weaknesses.”The chatter resumed again with them discussing Melvin being in Velvet Moon right now and me also risking my life to go behind enemy lines like that.“Isn’t the princess worried that she might get caught and then killed? That would throw us into a kingdom ruled by Joharres, what would we do then?” I heard one of them say out loud.“Maybe we should hold off for now and wait for him to leave.” I heard another say.Someone else replied, “No way. I say this is our golden opportunity to put an end to their general life. I am sure you all know that he is the son of Joharres, right? Evil begets evil. That’s how it is!”I closed my eyes as more banters and arguments were hurled across the room.“Silence!” I heard
MELVIN’S POVThe morning sun cast its golden rays upon the beautiful landscape of Velvet Moon, illuminating the serene beauty that surrounded us.It was a deceptive calm, a composed disguise that masked the impending storm of battle. As the general of Blood Moon’s army, it was my duty to ensure that our troops were prepared for the imminent clash with Ariel and her forces.This was the moment we had been planning for, strategizing, and refining our battle tactics. Now, it was time to put those plans into action.Gathered before me were my lieutenants; Adonis, Niko, and Kyra with their separate platoons, and the captains with their separate batches.Their eyes fixed upon me with unwavering focus. I spoke with conviction, my voice resonating through the crisp morning air."Remember the plan," I emphasized, my words laced with urgency. "We lie in wait, hidden among the shadows of Velvet Moon. Let Ariel and her troops believe they have the upper hand, let them think they have caught us u
ARIEL’S POVThe adrenaline coursed through my veins, fueling my every move as I faced off against Melvin. Anger burned within me, a burning intensity that pushed me forward.This fight was personal, a night-long awaited opportunity to unleash my fury upon the one who made my heart ache so much.Since last night, I just kept asking myself, why? Why would he open himself up so willingly to another woman? How could he?My anger and pain shot beyond every possible self-control mechanism I could muster and it was evident in how I attacked him.We circled each other, our glowing eyes locked in an intense battle of wills. Melvin's confident smirk infuriated me, his arrogance evident in every calculated move he made.I would make him pay for what he had done, for the heartache he had inflicted upon me. I wanted him to feel it as our claws and fists collided with one another.With a primal roar, I lunged forward, my claws extended, aiming to tear through Melvin's defenses. He met my attack he
ARIEL’S POVI made my way through the dense forest, following the path that led to our new camp. It was a secluded location, chosen for its strategic advantage and the added safety it provided.We had to move swiftly to prevent Melvin and his men from tracking us down. The journey had been long and difficult, and the weight of the recent battle still lingered in the air.As I approached the camp, Ralph emerged from the shadows to greet me. His eyes bore the fatigue of the battle and his clothes were torn in different places and covered with dirt and bloodstains."Ariel," he said, his voice laced with a mixture of relief and concern. "I am glad you are here already. We have been setting up the camp, but it is still a work in progress. Some of the soldiers are still making their way here, and we are in the process of estimating the losses we suffered."I nodded solemnly, the weight of those losses settling upon my heart like an impenetrable darkness. We are fighting against oppression
ARIEL’S POVIkea's form wavered for a moment, her voice carrying a hint of uncertainty. "That is a question only you can answer, Ariel. Love is a powerful force, but it must be tempered with wisdom. Only time will tell if Melvin can redeem himself and if you can earn his trust again. But remember, the choices we make define us, and sometimes the path to redemption is filled with challenges."With those parting words, Ikea vanished completely, leaving me alone in the tent once again. The weight of her advice settled upon me, and I found solace in the realization that I wasn't alone in this struggle.I took a deep breath, and my resolve reignited. I would honor the fallen, remember their sacrifices, and fight for their memory. The road ahead would be difficult, but I would face it head-on, knowing that my pack depended on me.As I stepped out of the tent, the moonlit night embraced me, its gentle glow casting a silver sheen on the camp's surroundings. The scent of the forest filled the
MELVIN’S POVThe rain poured down, mingling with the sweat and blood that streamed down my face. I knelt in the dirt, my heart heavy with defeat and sorrow.I roared loudly into the night and the sound of my mournful roar echoed through the night. A raw expression of the pain that consumed me.Ariel had slipped through my fingers once again, and the realization pierced my soul like a thousand shards of glass.I had failed to capture her, failed to bring her back to Blood Moon where she belonged. In the dungeons. The raindrops mixed with my anguish, washing away the dust and blood that clung to my skin.Time seemed to stretch endlessly as I remained on my knees, lost in my thoughts and regrets. The rain continued to pour, its relentless rhythm reflecting the turmoil within me. Each droplet that soaked into the earth felt like a reminder of my shortcomings.Eventually, I rose to my feet and made my way back to what was left of our camp. My tent still stood amidst the wreckage of our c
ARIEL’S POVThe journey back to Silver Moon was filled with some tension and weariness. The weight of the loss we had endured was heavy on all our shoulders. But the remaining troops and I pushed forward.The rain that started the night before had ceased, leaving behind a damp, misty morning that seemed to mirror the uncertainty that lay ahead.The closer we got the more the burden increased on my shoulders and then I realized this wasn't just my guilt anymore.It felt external.I looked around us, trying to figure out if something else was moving with us but I found nothing.The area looked peaceful enough.I tried to pick up the scent, but the rain had numbed everything. My wolf couldn't pick out anything other than our presence.As we approached the outskirts of Silver Moon, I sensed a stronger shift in the air. Something was definitely wrong.We continued moving but my instinct kept reminding me of the danger around us. I looked around one more time but everything looked normal.