Becca POVAt first, I moped in my bedroom, heartbroken by Bas's words. But as days passed, I realized that moping wasn't going to solve anything. I refused to believe Bas's cold words because his eyes told a different story. He loved me; something was just holding him back, and I was determined to figure out what it was."Great, you're here," Darius said as I walked into the pack house.Immediately, I felt Bas's gaze on me. I glanced at him, and our eyes met for a brief moment, revealing a sadness within him. Finally, we looked away from each other.I turned my attention to Darius, giving him a warm smile."She's been amazing," Darius said to Bas. "While you were away, Becca has been here, helping the pack."Bas's expression softened slightly, though he remained silent. I could see the conflict in his eyes. It was clear he was struggling with something. How long do you plan on hiding it."Thank you," I said, my eyes lingering on Bas, searching for any hint of warmth. He looked away, s
BAS POVI had intended to talk to her, to have a conversation about her growing closeness with my father and her reasons for the spy mission. But now, as she moved closer, I found myself unable to think clearly.I thought I was strong enough to finally be in a room alone with her, but here I was, fighting every urge not to pull her into my arms. The plan was to keep my distance because being close to her made me crazy. But when she accused me of making her feel like a disease, my walls crumbled. I had never intended to make her feel that way. If only she knew how desperately I fought with myself not to pull her close and take her right here and now."I can see it, Bas...the eyes never lie," she whispered, her hands slowly running down my bicep. My body shivered at her touch, and I couldn't help but stifle a groan. She was driving me crazy, and I was about to lose control.Her gaze locked onto mine, and I couldn't look away. Her eyes were full of longing and determination. I watched as
Bas POV"Bas?" Aubery's voice called out again, her tone insistent."Just a minute," I replied, my heart racing as I tried to collect myself. Becca scrambled off me and quickly began to redress. I took a moment to steady my breathing before approaching the door."Sorry," I said as I opened it, meeting Aubery's gaze."I was wondering where you we—" Her words trailed off as she looked past me, her gaze falling on Becca. There was a flicker of surprise in her eyes, quickly masked by neutrality."Oh," she said, her voice carefully composed. "I didn't know you had company."I shifted uncomfortably, feeling the weight of her scrutiny. "Uh, yeah," I mumbled, struggling to find the right words. "Becca was just... leaving."Becca shot me a quick glance, her expression unreadable. "Yeah, I should get going," she said, her voice strained.Iris nodded, her eyes lingering on Becca for a moment longer before she turned back to me.I watched as Becca walked away, feeling a mix of regret and frustrati
Bas POVI stepped out of the room and headed to the kitchen, my mind still a whirlwind of thoughts about Becca. The moment I entered, Aubery greeted me with a warm smile."Great, you're here," she said, her tone light.I nodded, walking to the counter and taking a seat on one of the stools. "Where's Tom?" I asked, looking around the empty kitchen."He stepped out," Aubery replied as she busied herself at the stove, fixing something for me to eat. After a few minutes, she placed a plate of food in front of me, the aroma wafting up and making my stomach growl."Thanks," I said, offering a small smile, appreciating her effort despite the heavy tension in the air.She nodded and took a seat across from me, sipping her water quietly. The room fell into a comfortable silence as I ate, the clinking of cutlery against the plate the only sound. I focused on the food, trying to ground myself and push away the chaos in my head.When I finished, I pushed the plate away and looked up at Aubery. "Th
Becca's POV"You reap what you sow," I read the words over my phone, a satisfied smile spreading across my face.Karma.Dropping my phone, I took one last glance in the mirror. The black gown hugged my body, accentuating my curves. It had one long sleeve while the other arm was bare, the asymmetry adding a touch of elegance. The high slit revealed my long legs, and I had swept my hair up, leaving two strands to frame my face.I felt like a boss lady as I stared at my reflection. Today was going to be a great day, and I needed to embody that confidence. With one final look, I walked out, headed to my car, and drove to the pack house.Darius had thrown a party, supposedly to celebrate someone he would announce later. As I stepped out of my car and into the house, I mingled with the pack members, all dressed in tuxedos and fancy gowns. The hall buzzed with chatter and soft music, creating an atmosphere of anticipation.I scanned the room until my eyes landed on Darius. He gave me a small
I had sworn to stay away, to keep my walls high and ensure she didn't slip in. But all it took was a single moment of her flirting with another guy, and I lost control. My legs carried me to her before I could even process what I was doing, and the next thing I knew, I had pulled her away from the crowd.It should have ended there, but my body burned so intensely for her. Every fiber in me felt like it was on fire."Why did you bring me here?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper, her eyes searching mine for answers.My heart pounded so loudly I could barely hear my own thoughts. I struggled to find the right words, but at this point, it was no use—I was already lost in her, and all I wanted was her."F*ck it," I muttered, unable to hold back any longer. I crashed my lips onto hers, the urgency and passion in the kiss making her let out a small groan.It was her fault, I thought. If only she had never spoken with him, smiled, and chuckled at his boring jokes, then none of this
Bas POVAt this point, all I wanted was to be inside her. My hands moved with urgency, unzipping her dress and letting it fall to the floor, revealing her in nothing but a black lacy bra and panties. The sight of her in such enticing lingerie made me growl with desire, my self-control unraveling rapidly.I wasted no time in shedding her remaining clothes, peeling away the bra and panties until she stood naked before me. My eyes roamed her body, taking in the sight of her perfect breasts, the curves that seemed to be sculpted by the gods themselves. Every time I saw her, it was as if I was seeing her for the first time—she was breathtakingly beautiful.Her eyes glittered with lust, mirroring my own. "Have I told you how beautiful you are?" I whispered, my voice husky with need.She smiled, her lips curving in that seductive way that drove me wild. "Always."I couldn't resist any longer. My lips descended to her breast, capturing her nipple and sucking hard while my other hand cupped an
Bas POVAhhhh...Her scream reverberated through the room, a crescendo of pleasure that echoed off the walls as she succumbed to another orgasm. We lay tangled together, limbs entwined amidst the crumpled sheets that barely covered our naked bodies. Her head rested on my chest, rising and falling with the rhythm of our breaths, as we basked in the afterglowA playful smile curved her lips as she looked up at me. "Thanks to you, I might be sore for the next two days," she said with a mischievous grin.I couldn't suppress the smirk that tugged at my lips, a surge of pride swelling within me. "Whose idea was it for us to go for another round?" I teased, running a hand through her tousled hair."Ohhhh," she purred, lifting her head to meet my gaze squarely. "So you're blaming me now?" Her eyes sparkled with a mix of amusement and desire.I chuckled softly, enjoying the banter that flowed between us. "Oh, I could never blame you. In fact, I wouldn't mind doing this all day long if that's w
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