(Aiden’s POV)"Can nothing be done to make the link strong?" I asked, the strain in my voice appealing.Now I am having an in-depth discussion with the royal healer where my eyebrows are creased, but all this time I want to reconnect with Migumi through the mind-link. It was the only way to reach her, to feel sure she was safe.But there's some blockage, and the healer's words are only serving to frustrate me further.The healer slowly shook his head. "It's like…something, some…one is impeding the bond, which is why you are unable to break through to her," he offered.What then? I can't just sit here and wait for her to come back. She needs me.I have to go to her."Do you think—Before I could press further, the door to the room flung open, making me pause to look at Beta Marvin, who came rushing inside, his face white with concern. "Alpha Aiden," he started, his voice tight with anxiety, "we have a situation. Many werewolves in this city have suddenly gotten sick, and the symptoms…"
(Migumi’s POV)I slid through the shadows, moving with a purpose, every step calculated, and silent. The guards that patrolled the area around this pack's territory never even knew what’s about to hit them.One by one, I infiltrated the boundaries, slipping past the unconscious guards deeper into the bowels of the pack house. The mission was already engraved in my mind: reach Anthony's room and decompose the core of his black power."Be careful," my wolf warned.I nodded to myself.The walk to Anthony's chamber was eerily quiet. I took a deep breath, steeling myself for the confrontation ahead. I pushed the door open just enough to slip through, my senses on high alert.The room is dim—basically in shadows—since the light manages to pick out only a little. I see Anthony's back, standing by a large, ornate mirror; he seems lost in thought.This is my opportunity.I neared, scanning my eyes for any possible guards.. But before I could move closer to him, he turned back with a hideous sm
Migumi's POV"What the—" I gasped beneath my breath.The door opened with a creak, and I stepped out to be greeted by a scene of utter chaos: snarling bodies in a whirlwind, fangs and claws the main weapons in this chaotic scenario.In a darkest magic attack, the rogue eyes attack each other in wild, erratic abandon. That is quite a disgusting spectacle, some twisted parody of a pack hunt."Something's wrong. No normal werewolf would do this," I said, stating the obvious. Just from seeing them all attack each other, I can already tell something controls them.They are under the witch's influence!" Nyx blurted, making me nod my head in agreement.This is something I know so well.My heart was pounding against my chest. As with fear and determination a drumbeat went on. I have to do something. I have to stop this madness. I can't just stand here, watch them kill each other. I have to help them!!!Then I remembered the missi
(Migumi's POV)"We're here," I muttered to myself, the sleek silver car hummed beneath me.My mind was racing, a storm of thoughts and anxieties. The plague, the return of the darkness, the danger that loomed over the capital. and Aiden, trapped in the heart of it all.I can only imagine how they must be feeling now.I have to get there as soon as possible.Nyx, my wolf, picked up on my angst. Her mixed trepidation and resolve climbed inside of me. "The witch," he growled low guttural. "This is her doing. She's back and she is strong as never before."I knew she was right. We were thinking the same thing.The plague, the chaos, the resurgence of the darkness-it all pointed back to her. And Diana, her pawn, her puppet, was somewhere at the heart of it all.She's doing everything in her power to destroy us."We have to find her," I whispered, desperation tingeing my voice with urgent appeal. "We have to stop her before she
(Migumi’s POV)It is well over a day since we have left the pack to be on our way to the capital. Well, it will be a pretty long journey ahead, and I am really not expecting just to go there.As we sped through the dense forest, the scent of pine and earth filled my senses.I made myself focus on the rhythm of my breathing.Are we there yet?" Cyrus asked, a tinge of impatience in his tone. Probably will be his first time away from his pack. I won't blame him.He has been a great pack leader ever since."Yes," I replied, attempting to sound nonchalant. "Check that the warriors are following us from behind. We do not want to leave anyone behind. It is a long ride.The urge was unmistakable, as if it coursed in my veins; and my mind was like a factory of what-ifs. I barely wrapped my head around the battle with Anthony when Aiden's voice boomed strong but laced with undercurrents of worry inside my mind. "Migumi, can you hear me?" his voice boomed within the hollow of our mind-link, whic
(Migumi’s POV)As the guards took her away, I felt guilty, helpless. I couldn't save them all. What I could do, though, was to try. What I could do was fight. What I could do was to protect this city and the people in it from the menace closing in to consume them.I turned and walked away, my heart heavy with the weight of my responsibility.She said that the city was reduced to shambles, the plague spread, and the darkness closed in. Yet, I refused to give in, to allow Diana to win. I would fight for this city, its people, Aiden. The next second Aiden was running up to me in alarm and grabbed me in a firm embrace. "Migumi," he whispered, his voice filled with relief. "You're back.""I'm here," I said, my voice shaking with emotion. "I'm here to help."We drew back, our eyes locked in a mute exchange of concern and reassurance. He was pale, his eyes shadowed with fatigue, but his gaze held a flicker of hope."The plague," he said, his voice heavy with despair. "It's worse than before.
(Migumi’s POV)The smell of sickness hangs heavy in the air as I make my way across the grounds of healers. Low moans of infected werewolves reverberate through the space.My heart dries up with every step, the view gnaws at me. So many of my people lying helpless and weak. Even the healers-those so composed are frantic, barely making a dent in this implacable plague.I am scanning the crowded area; my eyes catch one face: a frail, elderly woman whom I met earlier today and begged me to save her son.Slumped against a tattered blanket, ashen, she was huffing shallow breaths. Inside, my stomach curls in an uncomfortable way, but I force myself to walk over, kneeling beside her."Is there something you want?" I ask, my voice soft trying to mask the fear gnawing at me.The old woman flutters her eyes open and looks up at me with a weak, grateful smile. "Thank you for… coming," she says with hardly audible tones. "Please… save my son."The words cut through me, and I open my mouth to reas
(Migumi’s POV)“Where is the King?” I asked the nearest warrior beside me. He looked at me with a hint of sadness in his eyes. I know that this plague is affecting them as much as it is affecting me.But we can't just cry about it. We have to actually do something to stop it.“Your Majesty is at the square, Luna. He’s attending to the ill people of the Kingdom. Should I let him know that you're looking for him?” he asked, his hand gripping his sword tightly.I gave him a plain smile.“It’s alright,” I said, looking at the highest platform in the area where I plan to release my powers.“You can do it,” my wolf whispered inside my head.For the last time, I glanced at the werewolves who were wailing in pain. I can't see them like this. It pains me to see them this way. I have to do something, even if it means losing a part of me.I was about to go up to the platform when I felt a hand grab me. I turned to look at the man who stopped me, and my eyes watered when I saw Aiden.“You should
(Migumi’s POV)[5 Years Later]The entire kingdom is gathered in the grand courtyard today to celebrate our son’s birthday. The setup was as extravagant as his spirit with an orchestra band playing live in the corner, and a series of different cuisines to choose from.Aiden and I decided to do a mass potluck for everyone to enjoy. Everyone is welcome to celebrate with us, even the commoners.My mate stands beside me, his hand resting lightly on my back. He smiles, his eyes crinkling at the corners, and I can't help but mirror his joy. He's a proud father, and seeing Kai surrounded by so much love fills him with a warmth that radiates outside."He's growing up so fast," Aiden murmurs, his voice barely audible over the din.I nod, a bittersweet pang in my chest.It feels like just yesterday when I was still cradling him in my arms like a tiny bundle of wonder. Now, he's a boisterous boy, running around, being friendly with everyone. It's something he learned from Aiden."He's a good boy
(Migumi’s POV)[Five Years Later]My lips curved into a smile as the polished marble floors of the hallway echo with the sound of our son’s laughter. It sounded joyous, cutting through the quiet hum of the castle.Aiden and I exchange a knowing smile, our hearts swelling with a warmth that only a parent can understand. Our son, Kai, is like a symbol of luck as he runs around the castle, his tiny legs pumping as he races down the hallway. And just like the usual scenarios, the servants are struggling to keep up with him again."Kai!" Aiden calls out, his voice booming with amusement.I watched him intercepts our son, scooping him up into his arms. Kai squeals with delight, his laughter erupting like a cascade of tiny bells. I look at them, a smile playing on my lips. Aiden sets Kai down, his hand resting gently on his son’s shoulder."You're getting quite the reputation for being a mischievous little sprite," Aiden says, his tone laced with affection.Kai giggles, his eyes sparkling wi
It is an afternoon of breeze, meaning she does her gardening and is enjoying it very much.The smell of freshly turned earth and blooming roses fills my nostrils as I kneel, carefully pruning the overgrown lavender bushes.A shadow falls over me, and I look up to see Aiden standing there, a hesitant smile on his face."Migumi," he starts his voice low. "I have something to tell you."My heart does a little jump. This is what I have been waiting for, to hear from him what he has found out. "What is it, Aiden?" I ask, my voice barely above a whisper."The elders," he says, his eyes shining with a newfound hope, "they're finally willing to accept us."A wave of relief washes over me, as it has been in my hopes for this day, hoping someday I'd be accepted into our community. My lips curve into a wide smile, and before I know it, I throw my arms around him, burying my face into his chest."Oh, Aiden," I whisper, choked with emotion. "I'm so happy for you."He holds me close. I feel his arm
(Migumi’s POV)The sound of people's laughs and gratefulness was something that reminds me of the good decision I made for them.Elders of the pack, especially those who were responsible for the finances of the entire pack didn't agree with my plan to distribute bags of gold to the werewolves. They argue that it would ruin the natural order of the economy.“Are you happy?” I asked my mate who is currently busy taking care of the people.She glanced at me and smiled.“Of course!”My lips curved into a smile. I wanted to ask more, but I didn't want to burden her anymore, so I just stayed out of her business.I was leaning against the wall, watching her when Beta Marvin suddenly came to me.“Your Majesty, the Elders would like to remind you of your conference with them,” he reported. My brows arched. I*****The heavy oak door of the council office creaks open, and I step inside. The Elders are seated around a massive table, their faces etched with years of wisdom and power.I feel a kno
(Migumi’s POV)I woke up to the sound of someone's gentle voice pulling me out from my deep sleep. When I opened my eyes to confirm if it was the love of my life, I proved myself correct. “Migumi…”His voice was so soft as his hand gently shook my shoulder. I stir, my eyelids heavy with sleep.I groan, burying my face deeper into the pillow. “Five more minutes,” I mumble.For some reason, I felt comfortable to act like a teenager being woken up by her parents. I dare to request for another minute and more, thinking that I don't have to be so hard on myself anymore.We're safe.“You’ve been asleep for hours,” he says, his hand lingering on my shoulder.I open my eyes, blinking against the light. Aiden’s face is a blur of concern. “What time is it?” I ask, my voice thick with sleep.“It’s almost noon,” he says. “We need to get ready for the feast.”I sit up, pulling the blanket tighter around me. My head is pounding. I feel like I’ve been running a marathon in my sleep.Then, it hit me.
(Migumi’s POV)"It was Diana," she says, her voice barely a whisper. "She tricked me. She made me do it."I watch her, my heart a lead weight in my chest. I know Charlotte,That's something that doesn't surprise me anymore. Diana has always been cunning and deceitful. And I know that Charlotte capable of making mistakes, of being manipulated, but this… this is different.She was a very easy target."You were scared of her," I say, my voice low and steady. "You were scared because she threatened you when you wanted to give up the original plan."Charlotte flinches at my words, her gaze dropping to her lap. She doesn't deny it. She doesn't need to.I know the truth just like everyone else. What happened to her wasn't the first time it happened. It happened to many others before her.The truth is etched on her face, in the way her shoulders slump, in the tremor of her hands."I didn't want to do it," she whispers, her voice barely audible. "But Diana… she said she'd hurt me if I didn't."
(Migumi’s POV)We buried the little boy that same day. It was truly heartbreaking, and a lot of the healers decided to go to his funeral because he had nobody.I wish I could have done more. It feels like I failed him and myself.A part of me blames my situation, but I know for a fact that things could have gotten better if only I did everything to protect the boy.But what can I do? I am only one.The cell door clangs shut behind me, the sound echoing off the cold stone walls. In my hand is a plate full of prison food. This is actually better than the ones common prisoners receive.I learned from the guards that Charlotte is trying to kill herself by starving. She has refused to eat anything since Prince Anthony’s defeat.I guess she was hoping that she could free herself by being loyal to them.This should be the time for her to repent.I stopped in front of her cell, my expression blank and emotionless.Charlotte sits in the corner, a hunched figure shrouded in shadows. Beside her
(Migumi’s POV)The love we shared last night must have been one of the most amazing things that I experienced these last few days.It’s been busy here in the Kingdom. The healers are still in the process of catering the infected werewolves, but I could tell that they're getting better. I have received many grateful messages from people. It feels nice to hear them finally able to accept me as their Luna.Well, it’s not really everyone. There are still some Elders who are demanding that I leave my position. They still don't think I deserve to be here.It was probably due to the fact that the Legend told them bad things about the moonwolf.I have already debunked that, and it’s up to them whether they're going to believe it or not.As long as I know that I’m doin anything to hurt anyone, I won't stop doing my responsibilities as a Luna. The world deserves a savior.“Where are you going?” Aiden asked, scratching his eyes.He just woke up from his sleep. I was trying not to make a sound to
(Migumi’s POV)Without second thoughts, he pulled my legs towards him, sliding them on his sides. I moaned after my private part bumped on his bulge.I excitedly looked at him, feeling more hornier than ever. He gave me a stare that could make anyone wet themselves.“You're so hot,” he whispered in between his hot breaths.I plastered a seductive smirk on my face, feeling his warmth in between my legs.“I know,” I replied, a hint of confidence in my voice. I began gliding myself to his growing bulge. It made him bite his lower lip, while making sure not to break eye contact with me. “Pull those pants down. I missed that little guy.”I watched him unbuckle his belt like a hungry child waiting for her milk.My eyes lit up as soon as it was just his boxer left to cover his private part. I took the initiative to take it down from its hiding spot. I gasped when it sprung out like a toy. It’s very hard and long. It’s almost the same size as a bat.How do I fit that inside of me?“Are you sc