Elena’s POV
I felt the surge of panic deep in my bones as I ran, each breath ragged and shallow. My body ached in ways I couldn’t even describe, but the adrenaline rushing through me wouldn’t allow me to stop. I limped forward, pushing through the branches and overgrown shrubs as fast as I could. Oliver was chasing me—I could feel him getting closer, the bond between us pulsing like a magnet pulling us together. I was already weakened by the silver cuffs and the pain in my broken bones. I didn’t stand a chance if he caught me, not with his strength and speed. But I had to try. I had to get away. The sun had fully dipped below the horizon now, leaving only the faint glow of the rising moon to guide my way. The thick forest was filled with unfamiliar sounds—the rustling of leaves, the calls of nocturnal creatures—but nothing was louder than the pounding of my heart in my ears. “Please,” I whispered to the darkness, stumbling forward, “just let me get away…” Suddenly, my foot caught on a root, and I went tumbling to the ground. The pain shot through my body like lightning, and I bit back a scream as I lay there, breathing heavily. I tried to push myself up, but my body refused to cooperate. “No…no, not now…” I pleaded with myself, tears welling up in my eyes. Just as I managed to lift myself onto my hands and knees, the familiar scent of pine and something darker, something primal, hit me. My head snapped up, and there he was—Oliver—standing at the edge of the clearing, his chest heaving, his eyes locked onto mine. “Elena,” he said again, his voice low, dangerous. I scrambled to my feet, my hands shaking. “Stay back!” I shouted, my voice trembling with fear. His face softened slightly, but his eyes were still hard as steel. “You can’t run from me, Elena. You’re hurt. Let me help you.” “I don’t need your help!” I spat, backing away. “I don’t want to be part of your world anymore, Oliver. You made that clear when you rejected me.” The word “rejection” hung in the air between us, and I saw a flicker of something—regret, maybe?—flash in his eyes. But it was gone just as quickly. “This isn’t about the rejection,” he said, stepping forward. “You’re in danger. There’s another pack—” “I know!” I interrupted, my voice rising with panic. “I know about the other pack, but that doesn’t mean I want to stay here. I’m leaving, Oliver. I’m leaving your pack, your territory, your life. Just… let me go.” He was silent for a moment, and for the briefest of seconds, I thought he might actually let me go. But then his eyes darkened, and his expression hardened again. “I can’t do that,” he said firmly, his voice a low growl. “You’re mine, Elena.” Before I could react, a loud snarl came from behind me, and I whipped around to see the rival pack’s wolf charging at full speed. My heart skipped a beat as terror froze me in place. The wolf was huge, its fur dark and matted, eyes glowing with vicious intent. I could feel the weight of its predatory gaze as it barreled toward me. I barely had time to scream before Oliver lunged in front of me, his massive wolf form appearing in a blur of motion. His growl was deafening, a deep, guttural sound that sent shivers down my spine. The two wolves collided with a sickening thud, their bodies crashing into each other as they snapped and snarled, teeth flashing in the moonlight. I stumbled back, my hands shaking as I watched the fight unfold. The rival wolf was vicious, its attacks relentless, but Oliver was stronger. He fought with a fierce, brutal precision, his claws tearing into the rival wolf’s flesh. Blood sprayed into the air as they wrestled on the ground, and I felt a wave of nausea roll over me. But I couldn’t just stand there and watch. I had to do something. My eyes darted around the forest, searching for a weapon or anything I could use to help. There, lying near a fallen log, was a sharp piece of wood—jagged and deadly. Without thinking, I ran to it, grabbing it with both hands. The rival wolf had Oliver pinned for a moment, its jaws snapping dangerously close to his throat. My heart raced as I ran toward them, holding the wood tightly. I didn’t know what I was doing—this wasn’t a fight I could win—but I couldn’t just let Oliver die, not like this. With all the strength I had left, I drove the sharp wood into the side of the rival wolf. It howled in pain, its body convulsing as it turned to me, blood dripping from its maw. For a brief moment, I thought it would attack me, but then Oliver surged forward, sinking his teeth into its neck and snapping it with a sickening crack. The rival wolf went limp, collapsing onto the forest floor with a final, defeated growl. Oliver, still in his wolf form, stood over the body, his chest heaving as blood dripped from his fur. His golden eyes found mine, and for the first time since I’d known him, I saw something that looked like fear. I dropped the wood, my hands shaking violently as I backed away from him. “Elena,” he said, his voice barely more than a whisper as he shifted back into his human form. But I couldn’t stay here. I couldn’t face him. Not after everything that had happened. Without another word, I turned and ran, deeper into the forest, leaving Oliver behind. Oliver’s POV My heart pounded as I watched her run away, her figure disappearing into the shadows of the trees. Every instinct screamed at me to chase her, to bring her back. But I couldn’t. Not this time. Elena seem different from the last time I saw —stronger, more determined. She wasn’t the broken girl I had rejected. She had changed. And part of me hated that I was the reason for that change. I wiped the blood from my face and looked down at the dead wolf at my feet. It wasn’t the only threat out there. But Elena was mine. And I wasn’t going to let her go so easily. “I’ll find you,” I whispered to the wind. “And when I do, nothing will keep you from me.”Elena's POVI ran until my legs couldn't carry me anymore. The forest seemed endless, and I felt like I was trapped in a nightmare. Finally, I collapsed onto a rocky surface, getting little injuries and gasping for breath.Oliver's words echoed in my mind: "You're mine, Elena.” I was confused and surprised. I shuddered at the memory. How could he say that after rejecting me? What changed? It wasn't up to a few hours ago when he told me that I couldn't be his mate and here he his claiming me. As the darkness closed in around me, I realized I had to keep moving. The rival pack could still be out there. With newfound determination, I pushed myself up and continued, my senses on high alert.Suddenly, a faint light appeared in the distance. Hope flickered to life within me. As I drew closer, I saw a small cabin nestled among the trees. Smoke drifted lazily from the chimney.My body ached from all sides, I staggered to the cabin. My strength was depleted, my mouth dried up, and my body ach
Elena’s POVI woke up feeling a bit stronger but still weak. My fever had broken, but my body ached like I had run for days without rest. The mysterious old woman, Ana, entered the room again with a bowl of hot soup.“You need to eat,” she said firmly, handing me the bowl.I hesitated. “Who are you, really? And why are you helping me?”Ana sat down beside the bed, her eyes studying me. “I’ve lived in this forest for many years, child. The pack wars have affected us all, even those of us who don’t get involved. I help where I can, and I can sense when someone is in need. As for who I am…let’s just say I’ve been around long enough to see many stories like yours.”Her words puzzled me, but I was too tired to press for answers. I took a sip of the soup, the warmth soothing my throat. “You talk like you know more about me than you’re letting on.”Ana’s expression softened. “I know a lot, Elena. You’re not just an ordinary wolf. But for now, you need to rest and regain your strength. When y
Elena’s PovOliver stood looking at me and the old lady in surprise. I was not only standing up to him but I stood my ground.He looked at Ana with a glare “Who are you? And why are you on my land?”Ana walked to a chair, taking a seat, “Young warlord, who I am is not necessary but who are you and why is your fate tied to hers?” Oliver looked at me, then back to Ana “So…..why is my fate tied to hers?” He asked with a tone of sarcasm. “That’s not for me to say but know that she is someone who you would need by your side,” Ana told Oliver, he stood up in anger and glared at Ana.“Elena, you have two minutes to say your goodbye, meet me outside, and let’s go or else I will come in and drag you back,” Oliver said and stormed off from the house.I exhaled, knowing that I had to go back, I turned to face Ana, she had a smile on her face and I instantly felt bad. For the first time in my life, I found someone who treated me like a human and helped me without anything in return.I held her
Elena's PovThe next morningI woke up to the sound of my door creaking open. I groggily opened my eyes to see Oliver standing there with a tray of food. I grumbled at the disturbance, “What do you want?” I asked as I used the pillow to cover my face."Elena, you haven't eaten in over 24 hours. You need to eat something," he said softly.I turned my face away, not wanting to look at him. "Leave me alone, Oliver."He sighed and walked closer to me. "Elena, please. You're weakening yourself. Just eat something."I felt his hand touch my shoulder, and I flinched. "Don't touch me."Oliver's hand dropped, and he set the tray down on my bedside table. "Fine. But know that I'm not giving up on us. We need to talk about what happened.""There's nothing to talk about," I mumbled.Oliver's eyes narrowed. "There's everything to talk about. You ran away, Elena. You were injured and alone for weeks. Do you have any idea how worried I was?"I glared at him. "You were worried? You? After what you d
Elena's PovI couldn't shake Hailey's piercing gaze from my mind, and the unease lingered long after Lucas left. Entering my room, I found Oliver sitting in the armchair, his eyes fixed intently on me."You're still ignoring me, I see," he said softly.I sighed, exhaustion washing over me. "What do you want, Oliver?"Oliver stood up, his movements fluid. "We need to talk about what happened. About why you left.""I left because of what you did," I snapped.Oliver's jaw clenched. "I know I hurt you, Elena. But I want to explain—""No!" I cut him off. "You've had plenty of chances. Now, just leave me alone."Oliver's eyes narrowed “Why are you being so stubborn? Why don't you want to hear me out?” I rolled my eyes as I dropped my bag down on the table, “I just want to be left alone……is it too much to ask?”Oliver stood up “Yes it is…..i'm your mate!” “No…..rejected. So please Leave me the fuck alone.” I challenged him, “So please leave my room.” His eyes narrowed down before he turne
Elena’s POVThe warmth of the morning sun filtered through the trees, casting through the light across the training grounds. I stood in line with the other trainees, my mind still replaying the scene from yesterday. Oliver’s persistence lingered like an unhealed wound, and now Chloe’s sudden appearance left me on edge. The pack members’ stares didn’t help—most of them still saw me as an outsider.“Focus, Elena,” I whispered to myself, gripping the handle of the wooden sword as our instructor barked orders.“Push harder, Elena!” his voice cut through my thoughts. I swung with more force, feeling the strain in my muscles. Each strike was a release, a reminder that I could still fight, that I still had control over some part of my life.As I went through the drills, I caught sight of a figure watching from the edge of the training ground—Oliver. His gaze was unyielding, intense, and unsettling. Every time he watched, it was as if he were silently pleading with me, urging me to let him ba
Elena’s povI woke up, already tired of the day and bored about everything. There wasn't any training today, so I decided to tour the pack house where I stayed.I got up from the bed, said a little prayer to the moon goddess and then walked into my bathroom to get ready for the day. I hummed as I showered. When I was done with my bath, I dried my body, applied lotion, and wore my underwear. I put on a black jean and a black t-shirt which was big for me but that's how I liked it.As I walked out of the room, my face collided with someone, the person's chest—-firm but soft. As I massaged my head from the little pain the Collision brought “ouch….watch where you are going!”“I think you should say that to yourself” I looked up to see Lucas with a smile on his face, I rolled my eyes as I shoved past him walking down the hall and he quietly followed behind.“Why are you even here? We have no trains today!” I inquired as he smiled gently at me which made me a little uncomfortable.He shru
Elena’s POVThe hallway seemed quiet as I walked back to my room, yet Lucas’s words stayed with me. “I’ll always be watching, ready to defend you.” A chill ran down my spine. I couldn’t tell if it was meant to be comforting or unsettling, but either way, it was strange.Shaking off the thought, I decided to continue my exploration of the pack house. There was an area I hadn’t been to yet, tucked away down a narrow, dimly lit corridor. I had heard whispers from the other pack members—something about an old archive room. It sounded intriguing.I walked down the hallway, my curiosity building. Just as I turned the corner, a familiar figure stepped into view. It was Chloe, Oliver’s sister. She hadn’t noticed me, but her intense gaze was locked on something hidden at the end of the hallway. For a split second, I saw a glimmer of what looked like frustration—or was it fear?Before I could make sense of it, Chloe turned around, her eyes narrowing as she caught sight of me. “Elena,” she said
Elena’s PovLucas and I walked back inside the castle and we got to the wing that separated my room from his.“This is where I bid you farewell….” I said to him.“I should get you safely back to your room,” he said but I shook my head as I declined the offer.“Nah….It's fine. I would be fine on my own but will you be fine by yourself?” I asked, worried that Chole had gotten into his head.“Hmm…Ya. It would take a lot of time but I would be fine.” his tone was firm but the look in his eyes said otherwise.“That would be great!” I pulled him tight for a hug and he reciprocated, “Don't hesitate to let me know if you have any problems okay?” We pulled out of the hug, he had a smirk on his face, “with pleasure, My Queen.”I giggled, “Good night Lucas…”“Good night Elena.”I turned and made my way up the stairs that led me to my room which was apparently opposite Oliver’s room. The guards at the entrance of the wing saw me and I could see a flash of fear in their eyes as they greeted me.
Chloe’s PovI heard a gasp after telling Lucas about his father. I turned to the direction of the sound “Who’s there?” I called out but no answer.I turned to Lucas who was still in shock about the news. “Wait here!” I whispered to him and began to move in the direction of the noise. I heard footsteps backing away slowly. When I got to where the sound came from no one was there but I saw shadows of two feminine structures sneaking away.“Elena!” I said to myself, “Let the games begin.”I turned back to Lucas, “We can't talk here but if you want to know everything about your father, then meet me in my room by midnight and make sure no one follows you.”He was silent for a while, “why should I believe anything you have to say?”“Because I have proof of your real identity and I am sure you don't want to miss that.” I shrugged as I turned away to leave.“Remember, midnight!” I said into the air, leaving my words to linger as I left.This is the time to strike, mum and Dad would be comi
Oliver’s POVThe council meeting would start any moment now. I had given them time to speak up about any thoughts they must have felt about getting married to Elena. It is almost time for me to hear them out and give out punishment for staging a resistance to my ruling.The door to my office burst open and Chloe walked in, her demeanor not as friendly as usual.“What do you want….I am busy.” I tried to push her out. Since she had been the main suspect of the last attack with the rouges, I had kept her at arm's length.“I know you’ve been avoiding me!” She blurted out, making me pause. I look up at her, my face straight, “have I?” She rolled her eyes, “That's your cup of tea…Oliver. I am here because I heard you are planning on removing some elders from the council. After all, they were about to speak against you getting married to that.……” She didn't finish the sentence I growled as a warning to her.“Chloe, how I run my kingdom is none of your business. If anyone is having any
Elena’s Pov“Hey guys, what are you talking about?” Chloe asked, popping up behind us, which scared us a bit. Lucas and I exchanged looks as Chloe smiled at us.“Nothing much, Chole…..It was so nice to see you today in training. What changed?” I asked She gave a quick smile, “Nothing….” she then turned to Lucas, “Can I see you privately?”Lucas looked at me, then back to her, “Hmmm, sure!” “Good…” she smiled and walked away.“Hmmm, Elena, Excuse me for a minute.”I nodded, “be careful…..”“I will…..”Lucas walked out of the training ground with Chloe, while I watched in fear. Chloe can not be trusted and I don't know how I would be able to keep calm while Lucas go ahead with Chloe.“Hey…..” someone tapped me, making me jolt.I turned to see beauty, surprised at my reaction, “Beauty, you scared me….”“Sorry….are you alright?” she asked.“Hopefully…..”She began to look around, “Where is Lucas, thought he was with you?““He was…..but now he is with Chole!““Chole!” She yelled “Shhhh
Elena’s povI stretched out and I could feel someone holding me tight as trying to keep me in place. I smiled knowing who it was. Yesterday had not been the most perfect but it did end in cuddling the love of my life. Oliver and I never had time to ourselves. He is always up and about, trying to keep things in the pack.I love his dedication but I won’t lie I want him all to myself at times. So instead of getting up to go get ready for today’s training, I snuggled into his embrace.“Hmmmmm…… that’s a good girl.” I heard him speak, his morning voice doing something to me.I giggled, “Sorry, I woke you up.”“You didn’t…” he said and placed a kiss on my hair.“Good morning….how was your night.” I asked, looking up to meet his eyes.“Hmmm….with you, Perfect!” He smirked at me, making me blush, “what’s your plan for today, my love.”“Nothing much…..Just training with Lucas and Beauty.” “Ah, I see……be careful okay.” He said to meI nodded softly, as I snuggled into his hard chest, “What a
Elena’s POVI woke up slowly, feeling the warmth of Oliver’s arms wrapped around me. His steady breathing tickled the back of my neck, and for a moment, I allowed myself to melt into his embrace. It was rare for us to have peaceful moments like this.But the moment was short-lived.Flashes of my nightmare hit me again—the darkness, the whispers, the feeling of being watched. A shiver ran down my spine. It had felt so real, too real.Oliver stirred behind me. His hand instinctively tightened around my waist.“Bambi?” His voice was husky from sleep.I hesitated. “It’s nothing. Just… a bad dream.”His arm flexed, pulling me closer until I was pressed against his bare chest. “Do you want to talk about it?”I bit my lip. Should I tell him? The way the dream had twisted reality—whispered threats in the shadows, my own reflection changing in the mirror, my wolf howling in pain. But… what if it was just my mind playing tricks on me?“No,” I said finally. “It’s nothing important.”He exhaled s
Oliver’s PovThe pack had been calm and I had been trying my possible best to make it that way. I also contacted the Black Hallow pack and the Alpha said he knew nothing of it and would conduct his investigation.Though Daniel and Elena had doubts about my sister, there was nothing I could do but wait for some piece of evidence to show up on a platter of gold.“Your Highness!” I turned to see Lucas behind me, his head bowed.“At ease…..Is there a problem?” I asked.“No….I came to inform you that the council would be holding a meeting.” He said “A meeting? I wasn’t told about any meeting.” A scowl settled on my face.“It is a secret meeting and from the looks of things, they want to kick against the idea of getting married to….Elena….sorry the Luna.” Lucas informed me.“I see………Get me the place and time for the meeting, I guess we are in for a long surprise. It’s time to give out some punishments.”“Yes, Alpha.” He saluted and turned to carry out the order.“Daniel….” I called and h
Elena’s POV I sat in the library trying to calm myself down with books. I have been trying to keep my mind at peace. The past few weeks had been calm. Even though the traitor was yet to be found—-at least the pack had peace. The door to the library was pushed open and Beauty walked in and she had a smirk on her face. “What got you smiling?” I asked dropping the book in my hand and picking up the glass of juice beside me. “Nothing….Luna.” She said and my face fell, she noticed my change in mood instantly, “Is something wrong?” I shook my head, “No… it’s nothing, just, that title should be given to the true Luna….not me.” “I agree…..” A voice came through, beauty, and I turned to see Hailey standing in the library. I did not notice her enter but my face had a scowl in it. “My lady.” Beauty greeted me as per custom but I knew that she didn’t want to. “What are you doing here, Hailey?” I asked her. “I would watch my tone when you talk to me. I still am the Beta’s daughter so y
Elena’s POVThe next morning, I woke to a soft warmth on my cheek. My eyes fluttered open, and I found Oliver sitting beside me, his hand gently caressing my face. His touch was tender, as if he feared I might vanish.“Morning, my Luna,” he said softly, his voice a soothing melody to my troubled mind.I sat up slowly, rubbing my eyes. The weight of yesterday’s emotions still lingered, but his presence calmed the storm within me. “Morning,” I replied, my voice laced with sleep.Oliver handed me a cup of tea, his usual routine when he stayed the night. It was one of the little things he did that made me feel like I belonged in his world, even though I still doubted it at times.“I have a meeting with the council today,” he informed me as I sipped the warm brew. “They’re pressing for answers about the traitor and the attacks. I need you to be cautious, Elena. If the mole gets desperate, they might act rashly.”I nodded, understanding the gravity of his words. “I’ll be careful. But Oliver