Ruth's POV I gazed lovingly at my daughter, Rachel, cradled in my arms. Seven months of pregnancy had flown by, and now, as I held my little miracle, I felt an overwhelming sense of love and responsibility. Michael, my mate, sat beside me, his eyes shining with adoration as he stroked Rachel's tiny hand. "You're an amazing mother, Ruth. Our daughter is lucky to have you." Tears pricked at the corners of my eyes. I vowed to create a better future for Rachel, one free from the pain and abandonment I'd faced. My thoughts drifted to my own childhood, and the complicated relationships with my parents. Dad's words, spoken on my wedding day, echoed in my mind: "If you hurt my daughter, I'll tie you to a tree and cut your balls." His gruff demeanor hid a deep love, but the past still lingered. Forgiveness was a journey, not a destination. I'd begun to understand, but the scars remained. As I looked at Rachel, I knew I'd do anything to protect her. My love for Michael and our daugh
Ruth's POV I watched Rachel grow, her curiosity and energy filled my heart with joy. She'd chase after butterflies, laugh at the simplest things and snuggle into our arms for comfort. Michael's eyes meet mine, and we'd exchange loving glances, grateful for our little family.One sunny afternoon, as we strolled through the pack's gardens, Rachel pointed at Sandra and Davidson, hand in hand. "Momma, look! Uncle Davidson and Aunt Sandra are happy."I smiled, remembering their journey. "Yes, sweetie, love conquers all."Rachel's eyes sparkled. "I want love like theirs, Momma."Michael chuckled, scooping Rachel into his arms. "You'll find your own path, little one. We'll guide you."I wrapped my arms around them, feeling our bond. "We'll always be here for you, Rachel."Vincent, Davidson's brother, approached, his expression warm. "Queen Ruth, I've come to discuss a potential alliance with the Moonlight Pack."I nodded, intrigued. "Let's discuss the details, Vincent."As we walked, Rachel
Ruth's POVMy name is Ruth Macaulay but for some reasons I don’t like been called Ruth because I was named after my grandmother who never lived a well emulative life. I live all my life in the shadow pack with my parent, for no reason was I not loved in the pack sometimes I feel I had a spell or curse on me. But the only person who showed me love as a child was my mother.The hatred increased when I shifted into my wolf for the first time, I killed Greg Usher, Alpha Vincent's uncle who has been taking advantage of me since little. Greg Usher is a psychopath but it baffles me that everyone seems to be adamant about his condition. Many children my age has been molested several times, no parent dares complain because he is the most powerful ex alpha. But down within me I didn’t regret killing him because I defeated my worst night mare and saved a lot of girls my age.Ever since his death I found no peace in the pack, I was more like a maid, maltreated and not cared for, I attend to every
Ruth's POVI lay on the ground in the pain, trying to catch my breath, my wolf was helping me heal quickly, but since we don’t shift as much as others, my healing isn’t as good as others.My heart was racing, and I felt a lump in my throat as I tried to hold back my tears. I knew I had to find a way to get out of this situation, but I didn't know how. I slowly got to my feet, holding my ribs as they ached from the kicks I'd received.I turned to face Rebecca, trying to put on a brave face. "I'm not afraid of you," I said, my voice shaking. "I won't let you control me." I could see the anger in her eyes, but I stood my ground, refusing to back down. "You're pathetic," she sneered. "You're nothing but a weak, useless omega. No one will ever want you." Those words stung, but I refused to let her see how much they hurt. "I don't need anyone's approval," I said, my voice stronger now. "I'm my own person, and I'll be fine on my own." I could see that my words had taken her by surprise.She
Vincent’s POVAt the renewal treaty celebration, as I welcomed our guest, I felt a sharp pain in my chest. I wonder what just happened. My wolf Tristan was giving me hard time and making me uncomfortable, he was growling and snarling at me. I know he’s mad at me because I rejected Ruth as my mate and as my future Luna. I don’t care what he feels right now, I can’t be mate with someone who killed my blood, I know my uncle could be of bad behaviour but she has no right to take his life, in the name of her flimsy and unrealistic excuse (self-defence) I don’t care.Tristan growl, “It’s just self-defence, she’s not heartless, stop making a big deal out of it man”.“I don’t care and I will never do, no one loves her and believes her” I restored. there are better ways to have handle the situation rather than killing him maybe reporting him to someone.You just said it yourself that no one loves or believes her, so no one would believe her and moreover she’s just a teenager. She has no contro
MICHEAL’s POVI stand on balcony of the of hall to take full view of the activities happening outside, I sighted Vincent walking out of his room, his room is adjacent the hall, I don’t why he looks so uncomfortable. I quickly walk in to hall to avoid unnecessary pleasantries, I never wanted coming for the ceremony, but as a Lycan I shouldn’t be found missing in such gathering, Shadow pack has maintained years of good relationship with their alliances. Yet, they are not the strongest or wealthiest pack but has create good records of relationship with their alliance who has helped them survive thus far. Though, Vincent parent, the Alpha and Luna of pack, are well behaved and loyal, and this has helped lead them pack with the best of their abilities.I saw Vincent siting close to a pretty lady, she looks strange I haven’t encounter her before, since my coming to shadow pack. She must be his Luna. The ceremony has fully begun and everyone is well seated and organized. They announce they w
Michael’s POVI quickly rushed her to the hospital in the pack house, she was received at the reception, and convey to the emergency ward, I followed the nurses, I watched them lay her bed. When the doctor came in he asked me, to leave the leave the room so they can do their job, I said to him, “I won’t leave her sight for any reason”. I felt a touch on my shoulder, it was my beta, Gabriel, I asked, “how do you find me here.” He said the whole news is all over the pack.He asked in curiosity, “is that the Luna”. He looks at her with some sympathy. My aura was intense, making the doctor feel uncomfortable, I asked him, “what happened, ” he said she was tortured and pass out after much unbearable pains.Gabriel said, “I think we should go, you can withstand seeing her in pains, let the doctors do their job, she will be fine.” he tapped me on the shoulder twice. A nurse shipped in, “he’s right my king.”I told the doctor to let m e see the scars on her body, he turns her on her belly an
Michael's POVI woke up at 6 am, to take a quick bath, and then prepared to meet with Vincent, as I had pressing questions for him. After completing my unfinished work on my computer, I got dressed immediately and headed to Vincent's chambers.I stormed into his chambers exactly at 7:00am, I saw him sitting on the edge of his bed while his parents were on the couch with other men sitting opposite them. As a feared king they all get to their feet at my arrival and bow.I take a chair and seat in front of Vincent as we exchange pleasantries.“I’m here to inform you guys that I've found my mate in your pack," I declared as my voice was low and calm.Vincent knit his eyebrows in interest while the other people in the room were happy for me even when I know it is a fake joy. "What are you talking about, Michael?" Vincent said with his voice tense.I sneered. "Ruth. The girl you've been keeping in the dungeon."The room fell silent, except for the sound of Vincent's parents shifting uncomf