I held our newborn daughter in my arms, feeling a mix of happiness and sadness. Alpha Matthew was by my side, holding my hand and looking down at our baby girl with wonder in his eyes.“She’s perfect, Lauryn. Just like her mom,” he said, smiling at me.I tried to smile back, but the pain and sadness were still weighing heavily on my heart. “I just wish...I wish things had turned out differently.”Alpha Matthew squeezed my hand. “I know, love. But we have each other and our beautiful baby girl. That’s all that matters.”I nodded, feeling grateful for his words of encouragement. We sat in silence for a few moments, just admiring our little one.“What do you want to name her?” Alpha Matthew asked, breaking the silence.I looked down at our daughter and felt a sudden surge of inspiration. “Violet. Violet Maria Balzano.”Alpha Matthew smiled. “I love it. It’s perfect.”He leaned down and kissed our baby’s forehead before handing her over to me. “Here, love. Time to breastfeed.”As I held V
I asked Dr. Gomez with a worried look, “What’s happening?”“It seems like your baby needs to be hospitalized for a longer time. She’s having difficulty breathing, but we haven’t concluded what’s causing it,” replied Dr. Gomez.I was stunned and scared. I looked at Violet with a sense of fear, and Alpha Matthew comforted me by placing his hand on my shoulder. “Besides, you need to be taken care of here, mate. It’s okay, this is for Violet’s well-being. We can endure staying here for a few more days,” he said.“What else will happen, mate?” I whimpered sadly.“Oh, mate. Trust me, everything will be fine,” Alpha Matthew reassured me.I heard the beeping of machines and the murmurs of nurses, and the smell of antiseptic filled my nose. I could feel the cold hospital air on my skin, and my heart raced with anxiety. I was on the verge of tears, but I tried to hold them back.I watched as Dr. Gomez checked Violet’s vital signs and adjusted her oxygen tube. I saw Alpha Matthew’s worried expre
It had been a week since we had brought Violet home from the hospital, and I couldn’t believe how quickly time had flown by. Alpha Matthew and I had been so focused on taking care of our little girl that we had barely even had a chance to leave the house.But today was a special day. Jamien and the rest of the pack had been busy preparing the Grand Mansion for Violet’s introduction to the pack. They had decorated the entire mansion in different shades of purple, and the sight was truly breathtaking.As I watched them put the finishing touches on everything, I felt a lump form in my throat. These people had been so kind to us, despite the fact that I wasn’t their perfect Luna. They had accepted Violet with open arms, and for that, I would forever be grateful.I turned to Alpha Matthew, who was standing beside me with Violet in his arms. “Can you believe how amazing this all looks?” I asked him, my voice filled with emotion.Alpha Matthew smiled down at our daughter, and then back up a
As we settled into the cozy living room, Daniel and Jayden shared their stories of survival and adventure. I couldn’t help but feel grateful for their presence and their willingness to come all this way to see me.As we sat at the table, listening to Daniel’s story, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe. He had survived the ugly monster, a creature that had terrorized our pack for years. And now, here he was, sitting with us, alive and well. “How did you survive?” Troy asked Hayden and Daniel. Troy’s question hung in the air, and all eyes turned to Hayden and Daniel, waiting for their answer. Daniel’s chuckle broke the silence, but his response did little to satisfy Troy’s curiosity. “I managed to lay low and fly under the radar by hiding in plain sight, like a needle in a haystack,” he said, and I couldn’t help but roll my eyes at his nonchalant tone.But Troy wasn’t satisfied. “I’m serious,” he pressed. “How did you guys escape from that monster?”Hayden took a deep breath bef
“Dig in. I cooked this with all my heart,” I said, offering a pot of savory meat and delicious black beans to Alpha Matthew.With a few blinks, he smiled happily and wasted no time trying my cooking. After savoring it for a while, he finally commented, “This is amazing.”“I didn’t expect that comment,” I muttered, picking up a piece of meat. But it tasted too salty. “Are you serious?”“Yes, I am. Despite the saltiness, this is the second-best dish I’ve ever had, after my Mum and Hannah’s,” Alpha Matthew continued eating.“I’m sorry. I’ll try again next time,” I apologized.“No worries. Even if it’s not perfect, I’ll still finish it because I know you put your heart into it.”“I’m glad you said that, mate,” I said, my head hanging in shame.Alpha Matthew gave me a reassuring smile before pl
7 Years Later…Alpha Matthew stood with his arms crossed, watching as Violet struggled to load the crossbow. “Come on, Violet, you can do better than that,” he said, urging her to try again.Lauryn walked over, holding a tray of melon slices. “Here, sweetie, have some fruit. You look exhausted,” she said, offering Violet a slice.Alpha Matthew looked up, a hint of annoyance in his voice. “Lauryn, you’re spoiling her. She needs to learn to push through exhaustion if she wants to be a true warrior.”Lauryn sighed. “But she’s still so young, Alpha. There’s nothing wrong with taking a break after eight hours of training.”“I’m not saying there is, but she needs to toughen up if she wants to survive out there,” Alpha Matthew replied, gesturing towards the forest beyond their home.Violet took a slice of melon and nibbled on it, catching her breath. “Daddy, can we stop for today? I’m tired,” she said, looking up at him with pleading eyes.Alpha Matthew hesitated for a moment before relen
“Is he really asleep?” Alpha Matthew asked me. “Yes, he was already asleep and before that he was muttering about wanting to be great like you, mate.” I sat down on my dining chair. Alpha Matthew smiled then let out a long sigh. “Violet’s like a sponge, soaking up everything we say. She’s itching to know more, and I can tell she’s hungry for knowledge.” “Mila and Mali are like two peas in a pod. I think it’s normal for children,” Mark spoke up. Alpha Matthew nodded. “I know, but sometimes I worry. What if we’re not teaching her the right things?” I placed a comforting hand on his shoulder. “We’ve got each other’s backs to raise Violet up right and make sure she becomes a productive member of Ethereal Hunters.” Mark chimed in, “You know what, Violet is a real sharp cookie. She can grasp the material even if you’re just breaking it down for her, she’s quick on the uptake.” I added, “I’m positive Violet’s a quick study and will dominate whatever she sets her mind to - the apple do
I woke up to a sharp pain in my chest, gasping for breath. It took me a few moments to realize that Violet had pierced me with her finger. “What are you doing, Violet?” I said, rubbing my chest. “That hurt!”Violet just chuckled and said, “Sorry, mum. I just made coffee muffins with Daddy. Do you want one?”I groaned, still recovering from the shock. “Sure, why not,” I said, running my fingers through her hair. “Did you clean up the kitchen?”“Yes, daddy helped me,” she said, grinning. “Daddy’s so good at baking!”As I munched on the muffin, my phone vibrated on the nightstand. It was Jamien.“Hey, Lauryn,” he said when I answered. “Hey, did you hear? Alpha Matthew got invited to a pack dinner by the leader of the Blood Moon Keepers! It sounds like it’s going to be a really cool event.”“What? No, I hadn’t heard,” I said, surprised. “Why didn’t he tell me?”“I don’t know,” Jamien said. “But you should probably let him know. It’s a big deal, you know.”I sighed, knowing that Alpha Ma
"What on earth are you doing!" I grumbled this time."Oops! I'm sorry, Mum. It seems to be a technical mishap," Violet replied, quickly covering her own mouth in fear.I wiped the greasy cream off my face, which now felt excessively oily due to the explosion. The aroma of curry only made me feel queasier."Are you alright, Mum?" Violet asked, concerned."I'll be fine as long as you stop causing chaos," I growled."I won't cause any more chaos," Violet muttered."Why do you seem more and more like Kylo?" I questioned."Maybe I'm destined to be like him," Violet said before darting away."Hey!""Leave it be, she's going through puberty. She's done a lot in just one week," Alpha Matthew intervened."It's only been five years, and yet everything feels so complicated," I sighed."Indeed, time has a way of presenting us with unforeseen challenges," Alpha Matthew agreed."Seems like our little Violet is becoming quite the character," he added, a hint of amusement in his voice."Yes, indeed.
"How dare you tell me to wake up? Who do you think you are, huh?" I voiced my frustration."Didn't I already mention that I can be sent and play along with human assumptions?" Violet replied."You--""You were sound asleep after basking under the Flower Moon. Don't you know that your energy could go to waste? Get to work and earn your blessings," she grumbled.Suddenly, a firm grip made me wince in pain.I opened my eyes to find Violet biting down on my right arm."What on earth are you doing?" I gritted my teeth."You're so difficult to wake up, Mum," she replied matter-of-factly.I couldn't help but chuckle at her determination. "Well, I should be grateful for your unconventional alarm clock."Violet released her hold, a mischievous grin spreading across her face. "You're welcome, Mum."As I rubbed my arm, a mix of pain and amusement filled my heart. Parenting certainly had its unexpected moments, and Violet's unique ways of rousing me from slumber were a testament to that.With a n
"Grr!" Charlotte growled.It was the first time I had seen Charlotte's wolf form, resembling more of a Himalayan fox."Well, this is quite an entertaining transformation, grr!" Jamien chuckled."Thanks to the brilliant glow of the Flower Moonlight, I feel blessed," Charlotte giggled."GRR!""Who's that?" I asked, bewildered."Perhaps there are other guards undergoing transformations too," Alpha Matthew murmured."It's me, you dolt!""But it sounds like Troy's voice," Alpha Matthew mused."Seems like you're not the brightest wolf either, Matthew. Being a werewolf should make you hear my telepathy," Troy grumbled."Oh! It's a mindlink!" Charlotte squealed.As the realization dawned upon us, we were caught in a blend of astonishment and amusement. The unexpected turn of events added a thrilling twist to the evening, and we couldn't help but embrace the enchantment that surrounded us."Let's enjoy this newfound connection, shall we?" I suggested a mischievous glint in my eyes.Alpha Matth
"I had fun with Violet," Kylo responded."But that's not how you have fun," Kate argued.Kylo lowered his head, seeking our forgiveness. "I'm sorry for causing you trouble this morning. I know everything I did was a big mistake, but believe me, I did it because I wanted you to remember me.""What do you mean, little one?" Alpha Matthew raised an eyebrow."I won't come here again after this because I have to train continuously and think about the future of my Pack," Kylo explained."Are you not going to visit anymore?" Violet interjected. "What about our plans to experiment?""You can experiment on your own, Vio," Kylo replied."I'm too young to experiment without the supervision of someone more experienced," Violet replied."Wait for me until we're both grown up," Kylo confidently answered."But we're werewolves, right?" Violet asked."Well, we are werewolves.""What if we don't meet again after we grow up?" Violet questioned."Don't worry. We will meet again. Let's make a promise in
After the stranger had left, I remained lost in my thoughts for quite some time before finally snapping back to reality and making my way home. As I exited the car, I found Alpha Matthew waiting on the front porch, sipping on a glass of wine that seemed to have materialised from thin air."You look rather sad, my dear. Are you still upset about the roses mishap?" he inquired, his voice filled with concern."Not really. It's just that the car broke down, and it infuriated me. I had to pull over on the side of the road, and luckily, a peculiar stranger was kind enough to help me. If I had called you, I probably would have been stuck in the car for two hours because you never answered your phone," I grumbled, voicing my frustration."Oh, my poor soulmate. But you're alright, aren't you? No unwanted injuries, I hope?" Alpha Matthew set down his glass and proceeded to examine my body, making sure I was unharmed."I experienced a car breakdown, not a robbery," I retorted, rolling my eyes.A
"Why the bloody hell are you here, you little rascal?" Jake bellowed as he yanked the sheep toys out of the swimming pool, clearly annoyed.Alpha Matthew clenched his fists, feeling the anger rise within him, but he bit his tongue, unable to respond.I mumbled to myself, searching for Kylo. "Where in the world is that darn kid?""Mummy! What are you doing over there? Do you fancy a swim on this freezing morning?" Violet shouted as she shuffled over, clutching her milk bottle. "Ouch! Sheep! I want to take a bite!""Violet, have you finished your toast?" I attempted to change the subject, hoping to steer the conversation away from the chaotic scene."I'm all done with my toast, Mum," Violet replied, her tiny voice filled with determination."Then go and put on your school uniform, love. You'll be late if you keep lingering here," I said, gently urging her to move along.As Violet hurried off to get ready for school, I couldn't help but feel a sense of exhaustion. These unexpected encoun
"Where did Judith go? Why didn't she tell us first?" Alpha Matthew asked. "She just picked up Mum and Dad. Nothing suspicious. We're not likely to do anything untoward here." Kylo replied."So, when are you going to replace my favourite flowers?" I interrupted their conversation. "Soon, Madame. I'll discuss it together with Mum. You'll have the pleasure of making Mum's acquaintance. She's a lovely person," Kylo said.I rolled my eyes lazily at this boring topic of conversation. I sighed and quickly approached Dad."Never mind, you better be patient. Kids are so wild sometimes. You have to understand that." Dad mumbled. "I'm always patient, Dad. But sometimes patience has its limits, doesn't it?" I sneered. Dad chuckled and then gently hit my shoulder. "Kylo put the lamb down. Go back home or go rest. Troy willed the lambs at 8," Dad said. "Matthew, it's better to put on your clothes than catch a cold. The air is so cold this morning that it makes anyone shiver." "Right, it's col
“What happened? Why do we need motels all of a sudden?” Judith asked. "Daddy said we need a motel. Shouldn't we be staying at a motel?" Kylo asked. "You don't need a motel, though, and we provided a house especially for guests," Alpha Matthew said. "But we have a lot of members," Kylo said. "Don't worry about it. You know Ethereal Hunters Pack has many members, and it's over 100.000 werewolves,” Mark added. “The room won’t run out because your pack member is too much.” “I don't even understand why my dad told me we need a motel,” Kylo mumbled. “Just tell him that you'd be able to use Ethereal Hunters facilities,” Mark said. “Little Master, I'll reach out to the big master about it,” Judith said. “Well, thanks a bunch, Judith. I appreciate your help,” Kylo mumbled, following Violet to the backyard.“I'm so sorry, Alpha Matthew. I bothered you so much." Judith bowed. "It's okay. Drop it," Alpha Matthew shook his head and raised her glass. We got into a light conversation with
“Ah... It was an invitation for a banquet a day after tomorrow,” Alpha Matthew explained. “How did you know their pack name?” I asked. “Theophile told me they were Scarlet Moon Pack,” Alpha Matthew said. “Interesting, but you never tell me about it," I said. "It's a rush thing, I told you yesterday. Maybe you forgot it," Alpha Matthew said. "Ugh... I have a lot to think about. Maybe I forgot about it," I whispered."Who are you?” Alpha Matthew asked. “Judith.” “Have a seat,” Dad said. Judith sits awkwardly but plays it cool. “Where is your Master?” Alpha Matthew asked. “They'll be here the day before tomorrow. He will be here with Mr Theophile and his wife and a few other packs." "Matthew, why did you hold another banquet after the big banquet?" Dad asked Alpha Matthew. Mark looked so curious but still enjoyed his dinner. A few seconds later, he said, “It's an alliance meeting?” “Yes, it is. Yes, it was a meeting for the alliance." Alpha Matthew confirmed it. "Why are yo