(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)“WHERE IS SHE?!”I squeezed myself in the corner of the bed as soon as I heard his thundering voice.Fear instantly covered me.Shaking, I watched the moving shadows in the small gap below the door. I could hear his stomping footsteps outside. I could smell his familiar scent getting closer. He’s going to enter the room!“MIGUMI!!!” he roared, glancing first at the bed like he already knew I was going to be there. I frightenedly looked at him.His face softened upon seeing my face.“My love…”His tone changed.I started to panic when he began to walk towards me. I tried searching for anything to use as a weapon to protect myself but the only thing I was able to grab was a pillow.What will I do with this?My face contorted in agony as I clutched the large scratch on my sides, teeth gritted and eyes squeezed shut against the sharp waves of pain. I got this while I was on the run to escape his pack.My guess is this isn't the only wound siphoning blood from my body right
(Migumi’s POV)My world has shrunk to the size of this dark and foul-smelling dungeon. I spent my entire week in this filthy place, oblivious to the fact whether it’s day or night outside.All I know is that it felt like an agonizing eternity.Rats and cockroaches serve as my company. The only time I’d get a chance to see another werewolf is when a warrior arrives to bring me food, probably to delay the chances of me yielding to my own death.Alpha Cyrus was cruel enough to not send a pack healer down here to treat my wounds. It’s been days and I don't even know how much blood I’ve lost already and if there is still there to save. Unlike the other werewolves, I can't heal myself. My wounds only get worse when left untreated.I bet Alpha Cyrus knew that but didn't care.I feel very cold despite the sweat bands glistening on my forehead. It’s probably because of the hemorrhage. My wound is already infected due to the lack of proper care. I might really die for real if I don't do anythin
(Migumi’s POV)“I moved our bags and stuff to a new base after my brother ordered his guards to search my place. He’s starting to suspect me. We have to make sure our plan will work out this time—” Tara paused when she saw me slowing down behind her. I was gathering support from a tree, pressing my bandage tight to prevent the blood from leaking. “A—Are you okay?” she worriedly asked, rushing back to me.Tara and I made it out of the dungeon successfully. Now, we have to make it through this forest undetected.We planned this escape for weeks. We just had to wait for the perfect moment to execute our plan. Now, with the King’s festival keeping everyone distracted, we only have one shot at this.“We can stop for a moment to replace your bandages—” I forced myself to stand before she could finish what she was saying.“I—I’m okay. We have to keep moving,” I urged, my voice barely a whisper. “They’ll be after us soon.”Tara looked at me worriedly.“B—But…”I pushed myself forward, stagger
(Aiden’s POV)At the heart of Evermere is a luxurious party located at the fancy ballroom of Darkwood pack that will serve as my abode for seven days. Sparkling chandeliers and floral arrangements made the place look like a scene from a movie come true. Everyone is dressed in their designer gowns and tailored suits, arriving in their sleek limousines and sports car, laughing and chattering. The sound of an orchestra playing in the background struggled to keep my boredom away.Growing up as a werewolf prince, I am already used to the lavish lifestyle. It’s all the same flaunting and boasting in the past twenty four years.I’ve grown tired of it.“Prince Aiden!” A small pup chirped, making me move my eyes down to his direction. I was sitting on an elevated table and he was just there down below. I never really like the feeling of being above others.“Yes, kid?” I responded.As ironic as it might sound, this child is the first one to interact with me at this party. Maybe, it’s my royal s
(Migumi’s POV)Looking at the stranger’s face, I can't help but fall in love with his ocean blue eyes. There was nothing like those blue orbs he’s got and it feels like it’s melting me the more I stare at them.Then, a hint of realization hit me when the man opened his mouth to speak again.“Who did this to you?” His voice was low, but the anger simmered just beneath the surface, threatening to boil over. That's when I realized that I’m still clinging myself to the stranger like a drowning person grasping onto a lifebuoy.I immediately pull away from him. I almost forgot about the guards chasing me!I have to keep running!Just when I was about to flee, my sprained ankle decided to betray me, causing me to lose my balance. I closed my eyes, preparing to crash on the ground when I felt a pair of strong arms encircled around my waist, saving me from the fall.My face pressed against his hard chest. I could hear his racing heart and heavy breathing from there. It’s almost like it wants t
(Migumi's POV)I hid myself behind the stranger as the pack of werewolves chasing after me emerged from the shadows. Their eyes were glowing red and filled with malice as they slowly surrounded us in a perfect circle. But to my surprise, they didn't attack. Instead, they halted at the edge of the clearing, growling low in their throats, even Alpha Cyrus who soon followed didn't dare to come near.It's almost as if there's an invisible circle that hinders them from attacking us completely.Confusion knotted my brow as I pressed myself closer to the stranger. Why aren't they attacking? There's only two of us against twenty of them. They are highly trained warriors, they could easily rip us if they wanted to.I glanced up at the stranger, searching for an answer.There wasn't the slightest hint of fear on his face. He's just standing tall and strong in front like a hard wall ready to shield me. His eyes were fixed to the snarling werewolves around us. How can he stay calm in this kind of
(Aiden’s POV)“Migumi,” I breathed, stepping closer. My heart clenched when she took a step back. “You don't mean that, do you? You're not actually rejecting me.”I gazed into her eyes, searching for any hint of uncertainty, but found only sorrow mirrored back at me. The words she spoke felt like a thousand knives stabbing my heart, yet I couldn't shake the feeling that her actions don't match her words. I know that she longs for as much as I long for her. But how can she easily utter those words of rejection like it meant nothing for her?She remained silent, making me more frustrated. My wolf, a silent presence beside me, echoed his frustration.‘We can't accept her rejection! She is our mate. We’ve searched for her for so long. We can't let her slip away right now!’I know, wolf, but you have to help me. How can I convince our mate if she wants to go with them? She’s pushing us away. She doesn't want us.‘She wants us.’Then why….“Y—You are a royal prince, Your Highness. And I… I