Bas POVDING! DING!! DING!!!The shrill sound of my doorbell jolted me from my deep slumber, piercing through my head like a sharp knife. I groaned, desperately wishing to stay in bed. But the persistent ringing only grew louder and more insistent, refusing to let me ignore it any longer. With a heavy heart, I dragged myself out of bed, limbs heavy and mind foggy from days of self-imposed isolation and numbing intoxication. The weight of guilt sat heavily on my chest as I stumbled towards the door, my steps unsteady from the effects of endless bottles of alcohol consumed in an attempt to drown out the pain and finally for the first time even though it was temporary the human alcohol worked. As I reach the door, a wave of frustration washes over me and I let out a string of curses. Who could it possibly be? I had made it clear to every member of my wolf pack that they were not to contact me. So why was someone disobeying my orders? My words catch in my throat as I swing the door open,
"Go Tiger! " the crowd chanted. Laughter's, excitement and chattering everywhere. "Finally got the popcorns" Ravi said as he made his way back to our seats"" So what's happening? Ravi asked, his eyes glued to the game. "We just nailed another goal" I replied with a grin. "Yeahhh we did! That's why we're called the Lions, king of the jungle!" Ravi exclaimed, drawing some attention from nearby seats. Rolling my eyes at his over-excitement, I turned my attention back to the game.On the opposite side of the field stood Lola and her fellow cheerleaders, their cheers and chants adding to the electric atmosphere. From across the field, she caught my eye and gave me a small wave before returning to her groupEverywhere was quiet anticipation grew, prayers whispered and just in a few minutes to the end carter went in with the ball giving us victory. The whole crowd erupted with laughter screams and dancing." Yesss" Ravi jumped doing a little victory dance. I laughed at how goofy he was
Becca POVAs his lips hovered over mine, I heard footsteps approaching. Suddenly, someone grabbed him from behind and pulled him away."What do you think you're doing?" the voice growled, a low rumble that sent shivers down my spine.“ I…we where just ha”” Dom stammered“ Get out before I change my mind”Dom stumbled back, his eyes wide with shock as he quickly made his exit. I turned to see who had come but I was to drunk to tell.“Thank you," I mumble as I start to walk away, but my legs give out and I stumble. Thankfully, the person catches me before I hit the groundHe feels familiarWith a sigh he grabs my hand and leads me to his car. As he opened the door for me, I hesitated for a moment, realizing that I had no idea who this person was. But something about him felt safe and trustworthy. The silence was thick and heavy, like a heavy fog that engulfed both of us and allowed only the sound of my own racing thoughts to swirl and echo, an endless loop that refused to let me escape
George POV "You couldn't even protect Max. What makes you so sure you can protect me?” Those hurtful words played over and over in my mind. I kept my mind busy with other activities in other to hide the guilt I felt. I should have done something rather than just standing there like a fool What?? I asked confused as I stood in front of the President "You heard me General.”he stated sternly.” A dead body would be given to you and your men by midnight.. you go retrieve the body quietly and bring it back" He said ashamed of his actions as he refused to make eye contact "This isn’t right sir" I managed to say After a moment of hesitation he sighed in defeat and said "We have no other choice" " There's always a choice sir" " So what do you want me to do General? He asked rhetorically " Do I go against this monsters knowing they are strong and allow a mascara of millions of innocent people?" He asked . His eyes locked on mine, pleading for an answer that I couldn't give. The fear,
George POV As much as I yearned to lodge a bullet straight into his skull, I knew such an act would be unwise; he possessed far greater strength than I. Slowly, I lowered the gun to my side. "I wasn't expecting you," I replied, struggling to conceal my anger. "I was in the neighborhood and thought I'd say hi to my in-law," he retorted with a smirk, advancing towards me. "Though it seems you're not too excited to see me. I would have sworn you were about to pull the trigger just now," he observed, studying me intently. Had he caught on to what I was about to do? Was he preparing to attack? The grip on my gun tightened as I mentally prepared myself for whatever would happen next. If I were to die, I wouldn't go down without a fight. But instead of launching an assault, he merely regarded me, his expression inscrutable, before erupting into laughter. "I'm just kidding... You should see the look on your face right now," he exclaimed, patting my back. "That would have been so fo
George POV The training room buzzed with energy as Becca and I circled each other, our movements fluid and instinctive. Her eyes sparkled with determination, a playful challenge dancing in her gaze. "Alright Old man, lest see what you've got!" she taunted, her voice filled with playful banter as she feigned a jab towards me. I grinned, pride swelling in my chest as I blocked her attack with ease. "You're getting faster, kiddo, but you still have a long way to go," I teased, launching into a series of quick jabs and feints to keep her on her toes. Her laughter filled the air as we danced around each other, exchanging playful blows. She was growing stronger with each passing day, her reflexes sharp and her movements graceful. But I wasn't about to let her win without a fight. With a burst of speed, I lunged forward, aiming to catch her off guard. But she was ready, sidestepping my attack with ease and seizing my outstretched arm. Before I knew it, she had flipped me onto my back,
Becca's POV"Attention, students and staff," Ms. Brown's voice echoed through the intercom, drawing the attention of everyone in the cafeteria. "I'm excited to announce that next week will be Community Care Week.Oh, I'm all in for CCW. We gotta join, babe," Lola exclaimed, turning to Carter with sparkling eyes."Yeah, with football and Max, I've been swamped. This could really help with my Grades," Carter nodded, his hand finding Lola's.Well, you guys have fun. Ravi chimed in with a slight slouch and pout. " My cousins are coming over, and my mum would kill me if I'm unavailable next week"."During Community Care Week," Ms. Brown continued, her voice infused with enthusiasm, "we'll have various volunteer opportunities available for those who wish to give back to our wonderful community. Activities will include community clean up projects, food drives, and visits to local nursing homes to spend time with the elderly residents."Their eyes turned to me, awaiting my response. The truth
Becca POVAs we stepped into the bustling hall. I had one goal and only one goal in mind.Find Bas" Ohhhh Becks you are going to love CCW it's the best week ever" Lola beamed at meI mustered a forced smile, nodding in agreement. If only Lola knew the real reason I was here. Despite my efforts to appear composed, my eyes betrayed me wandering around in search of him I just had to be sure he was here.Becks, are you expecting someone else?" Lola's voice interrupted my thoughts, her brow furrowing in curiosity.Caught off guard, I quickly shook my head, attempting to play it cool. "What? Oh, no, I was just... checking around. You know it's my first time, so I'm really excited," I replied, my words coming out in a rushed blur.Lola's skeptical gaze lingered on me for a moment before she said a very nit so convincing okay. Thankfully, her attention shifted as Carter walked up to us, giving Lola a quick kiss.I exhaled in relief. With Carter here, Lola's focus would now be on him, allow
Dear Readers,As I close the final chapter of Marked by the Moon, I'm so grateful to every beautiful person who read my book. Your support and enthusiasm for my work have been truly inspiring. Writing this novel has been a journey filled with countless hours of creativity, and knowing that it has found a place in your hearts means the world to me. You guys are the absolute best.Thank you for being with me on this wonderful journey despite my flaws, less-than-perfect writing, and grammatical errors. Your encouragement fuels my passion and drives me to continue creating. I am immensely grateful for your kindness and support. You all stayed with me to the end, and again, I say thank you.As I move on to new adventures, I carry with me the cherished memories of our time together. I hope Marked by the Moon brought you as much joy and excitement as it did me.Thank you for being a part of Bas and Becca's bittersweet adventure. Your support means the world to me.With heartfelt appreciation
To My Beloved Bas,It feels as though it was only yesterday when you held me close and we dreamt about the name for our precious child. Every time I close my eyes, I see your face—the way your eyes sparkled with warmth and love, your smile that made my heart race a thousand times over. Those memories are vivid and bittersweet, a testament to the beautiful life we shared.Since you left, nothing has been the same. Yet, I cling to the hope you gave me—that someday, somehow, we will be reunited. Your words are a beacon of comfort in the darkest moments.Our daughter, Grace, is growing up to be a reflection of you. She is strong-willed and spirited, traits that you embodied so perfectly. There are times when she can be a little stubborn, but her heart is as tender as yours was. She reads your letters often, and through them, she feels connected to you, finding solace and strength in your words.After your passing, the pack relocated to a new town. Under Austin’s leadership, they have thri
Becca's POV"Careful..." Bas whispered, guiding me with gentle hands on my shoulders. He had insisted on blindfolding me for a surprise, and the anticipation was driving me wild."Are we not there yet?" I asked, a hint of impatience in my voice."Patience, love."Finally, we stopped. Bas slowly untied the blindfold. I blinked as my eyes adjusted to the light, and then widened in astonishment as I took in the scene before me. We were standing in front of a beautiful house, nestled beside a picturesque farm. The lush countryside stretched out in every direction, vibrant and serene."Bas..." I breathed, unable to find the words.He wrapped his arms around me from behind, his breath warm against my ear. "You always wanted to have a family in the countryside, so let's start our family together here."My eyes filled with tears, and I tried hard to keep them from falling. Despite the painful fate that awaited us, I had asked Bas for just one month—to live as if everything was perfect, to be
Becca's POV"Wh...what did you just say?" My voice trembled, shock and disbelief coursing through me as I tried to process what Naomi had just revealed."Becks, I'm so sorry. I thought he told you," she said, her voice filled with regret and concern. Her eyes searched mine, desperately hoping for some sign of understanding.When I decided to come over and share the good news with Naomi, I never imagined it would end in such a heartbreaking revelation. Bas had the oak tree, and he didn’t tell me."Becca," Naomi called softly, her hands gently placed over mine. Her touch was warm, but her eyes were clouded with worry.I forced a smile, trying to suppress the pain that threatened to overwhelm me. "It's fine. I'm sure he was going to tell me... eventually."Naomi still looked at me, her eyes brimming with concern. "He just needed it to stop Darius. He... never said anything about using it on... himself."My heart skipped a beat at the thought. No, I would never let him do that.I smiled a
Becca's POVI stared at the lingerie on my body. I had just bought, a smile spreading across my face as I imagined Bas’s reaction when he saw me in it. He's going to be so shocked, I thought, a giggle escaping my lips at the idea of his expression.Just then, the doorbell rang, and I rushed downstairs, butterflies fluttering in my stomach as I struck a sexy pose. "Come in," I called, my voice filled with anticipation.The door opened, and as soon as Bas walked in, I let my robe fall, revealing the black lace lingerie I had picked out just for him."Be... wow," he stammered, his eyes widening as he took in the sight of me. His gaze darkened with desire, his lips parting slightly."I thought I..." My words trailed off, and my eyes widened in horror as I saw my mom and Lola standing there behind him. "Mom!" I yelped, scrambling to pick up my robe and cover myself, my face bright red with embarrassment.My mom's eyes were wide with surprise, her mouth slightly open as she tried to process
Bas POVDarius glared at me, his eyes filled with rage as he struggled to get up. The poison had spread, rendering him completely weak, almost human. "The poison won't kill you," I said, my voice steady. "It's just going to make you forever weak. This is your punishment for all the sins you've committed."I turned to leave but stopped in my tracks. No matter how monstrous he was, he was still my father, and I couldn't bring myself to kill him. "Get out of here and never come back. I'll tell the pack I flung your body deep in the sea."This was my last act of kindness, not for the defeated Alpha, but for my father.Suddenly, Darius burst into laughter, the sound echoing through the forest. I turned to look at him. "Oh, as always, you're so weak, boy," he said, managing to get up and resting against a tree. "Do you really think I'll just remain quiet and watch as you jeopardize everything I've worked for? I'll come for you."I turned away, not wanting to see him in this state. He was al
Bas POV"Tell me it's a lie," Becca said, her voice quivering as she stared into my eyes. Her face was pale, her eyes wide with fear and disbelief."Please tell me that you didn't just accept a death duel with Darius.""Becca, I—""Bas, how could you? I just told you I was pregnant, and now you want to risk your life in this godforsaken fight?""Becca, look at me," I said, taking her hands in mine. Her fingers were cold and trembling. "I need you to trust me... I'm not going to die. Everything I'm doing is to protect you, to protect us."I rested my forehead against hers, feeling the warmth of her skin and the weight of her worry. "I love you.""I love you too," she whispered, tears spilling down her face. Each tear felt like a dagger to my heart."Promise me... you'll come back," she pleaded, her voice breaking."I promise," I said, wrapping my arms around her. We held each other tightly, the world outside fading away for a moment. Her body shook with silent sobs, and I tried to memo
Bas POVMy hands kept trembling as I stormed out of the room. I couldn't bear to see Becca, to witness the hurt in her eyes caused by my reaction. Shame and self-loathing surged within me; I had acted so poorly, so recklessly. I knew this moment would come, and I hated myself more for allowing it to happen.I needed to escape, to release the turmoil inside me. Walking into the woods, I shifted to my wolf form. With a loud howl that echoed through the trees, I ran deeper into the forest, Becca's words haunting my mind."We're going to be parents."No. I can't lose her. I just can't.I came to a stop in a small clearing and shifted back to my human form. My breaths were ragged, my body trembling as I fell to the ground, tears streaming down my face. The grief and fear were overwhelming, and I couldn't contain the flood of emotions any longer."Sam," I whispered, my voice breaking as my hands touched his grave, the cold stone beneath my fingers grounding me in the moment. "I can't lose h
Becca's POVI had waited all day to finally tell Bas. I surfed the Internet, watching videos of people surprising their partners with the good news, but eventually, I decided on a simple and heartfelt approach. I wrote it on a piece of paper, tucking the note into an envelope.I dressed up prettily, and for the first time, as I stared at my reflection, there was no fear—only joy. Despite knowing my time was limited, the thought of our child washed away all my pain."I didn't know if you wanted the whole ch—" Bas's words trailed off, his eyes widening as he took in my appearance.Dropping the grocery bags, he walked towards me, his gaze filled with awe and confusion. His brows furrowed slightly, and his lips parted in surprise. "You look... stunning," he said softly, his voice tinged with amazement."Thank you," I replied, a smile spreading across my face as I gently touched my short, flowery gown.Bas's eyes roamed over me, lingering on every detail. His hands found my waist, pulling