Derick's POVI checked my watch for the 100th time. I was supposed to surprise Macy today, but I got caught up in an emergency meeting that won’t end. I looked up and stared blankly at Mr. Cole, who wouldn’t stop rambling. This deal is important for my company, so I just have to endure it.It’s surprising because this is the same man I’ve been trying to reach for months, hoping he’d consider signing this deal with my company. Then, out of nowhere, his secretary calls to set up an emergency meeting.“Why is this meeting taking so long, Tracy?” I mind-linked my secretary, who is also a werewolf.“I don’t know, sir, but it won’t be much longer. Please be patient,” she linked back.I shrugged at her answer. Well, I don’t have a choice but to wait until we’re done here.Liam's POV“Greg, how’s Derick?”“Still in the meeting. I just texted Mr. Cole. They’re still keeping him in,” he replied.I nodded at my Beta’s answer. I asked Greg to set everything up with Mr. Cole earlier this morning
Derick’s POVThe meeting lasted the entire day, and Mr. Cole even insisted I have dinner with him. I couldn’t refuse since it was his way of celebrating our new deal. But all I could think about was seeing Macy. I had missed her so much. To make the evening special, I decided to buy her favorite wine and some flowers.When I got to her apartment, I let myself in using the password. One of the perks of being her boyfriend, I thought with a grin as I stepped inside quietly, not wanting to alert her. The sight before me made me smile Macy was passed out on the couch with the TV still on.“She must have fallen asleep,” I muttered to myself.I walked closer and gently brushed away the strands of hair covering her face. Her eyes fluttered open at my touch, and she blinked a few times before sitting up, her eyes wide with surprise.“Hey, baby. You fell asleep on the couch,” I said with a smile.“Derick, what are you doing here?” she asked, staring at me.“I missed you,” I replied, sitting
Chapter 16Macy's POVThe only person I want to be with right now is Liam no one else but him. It hurts me that he left just like that. I still don't understand what's going on. I don’t know why I’m so drawn to him, but I couldn’t care less. Having him close to me is all I’ve ever wanted. He completes me in ways I can’t imagine, and seeing him today brought nothing but joy.Ever since I met Liam at the party, I’ve thought of no one but him. Even my boyfriend, Derick, doesn’t come to mind anymore. I don’t know what I feel for Liam, but I know I never want to be apart from him. So, where does that leave Derick? After Liam left the apartment, I thought about so many things. Why is this happening to me? How can I want my boyfriend's brother? I’d rather not cause any trouble, but I can’t help it. So many questions run through my head.I lay on my couch, trying to understand how my life changed in less than two weeks. Everything was in place before Liam’s arrival. Derick and I were doi
Liam's POVDerick never returned home that night. I might not know the exact reason they fought, but I'm certain it's because of me. Rage has been restless all through the night, saying Macy isn’t feeling good. He says he can feel her, and that she’s not happy. How Rage can feel her emotions without us marking her is still a mystery to me. As far as I know, you only feel your mate’s emotions after marking them and creating a bond.We waited for the sunrise before leaving for the city. I had to see how she was doing. Whatever she and Derick discussed last night is affecting her, and not in a good way. According to Rage, she’s very sad. I couldn’t feel her, but I could feel Rage, and it’s not every day I see a big, bad wolf like him feel this miserable. So, we decided to check on our mate. I think she needs us now more than ever.When I reached her office parking lot, I decided to call her. Hearing her voice through the phone made me even more eager to see her. I walked into the b
“Can I kiss you, Liam?”Macy asked Liam, who looked shocked at her words. She stared up at him, still in their hug, her eyes red from crying. She looked so helpless. The bond had taken over, and all she wanted was the man in front of her. Macy wanted all of him. Whatever the reason for wanting this gorgeous man so badly, it was enough for her to crave more.At this point, worrying about what others might say didn’t matter at all. The hunger burning within their souls couldn’t be satisfied with mere words.“Are you certain this is what you want, Macy?”“Yes, Liam. I want you so badly. I’ve been dreaming about this since I met you.”“You have no idea how much I’ve wanted this and so much more with you, Macy.”Without wasting another moment, he closed the small gap between them and claimed her lips. He kissed her gently at first, sucking on her lips before biting them. Macy moaned at the sensation as he slid his tongue into her mouth, exploring every inch.Goddess, she tasted so del
Macy's POVIt was already sundown when I woke up. I took in my surroundings, and my mind flooded with the events of the day. Liam came to the office, and we kissed! Oh my goodness. Then, he brought me here in his car. He drove for two hours just because I mentioned this place.I walked into the bathroom and found a jogger and a sweatshirt neatly folded on the counter, along with a pair of flip-flops. I smiled at his gesture, such a gentle, caring man. Quickly, I took a shower and put on the clothes. Looking at myself in the mirror, I sighed at my appearance. Oh, Macy, what have you gotten yourself into? I asked myself.I strolled out of the room, and as I came down the stairs, I heard music playing from the living room. Walking further in, I saw Liam in the kitchen with an apron hanging perfectly on his body and a spatula in one hand. He looked so serious about whatever he was doing in there. The kitchen smelled amazing, and my stomach growled, reminding me I hadn’t eaten since s
Liam’s POVMy wolf was right about our mate—she wasn’t doing fine at all. It hurt us to see her that way, but it hurt me more because I felt it through my wolf. Rage felt all her emotions, which still surprises me. I don’t know how he can feel them, but I do know that her emotions broke my wolf, and that hurt me deeply. Normally, I can only feel her emotions after I’ve marked her, which I hope happens soon.Kissing her was beyond anything I had imagined. When our lips met, the world seemed to stop. Her soft, plump lips tasted divine, and I couldn’t help but groan when we parted. I couldn’t have been happier when she asked me to take her away. If only she knew how much I wanted her.I was so glad she loved the beach house. Her reaction meant everything to me. She doesn’t realize how perfect she is. I’m ready to give her the world. Whatever she asks for, I’ll do anything to make her happy.The next morning, I got up quickly and went downstairs to make breakfast for us. Even though I
Liam lets her ride out her orgasm on his hands as he kisses her. This is the furthest they have both gone with each other. Liam holds her tight as they both try to catch their breath. The world fades from their eyes. They stare at one another, the lust in their eyes shining brightly.“No matter how much I’d rather not stop, I’ve got to feed you. Maybe we’ll continue another day,” he says.Without letting her respond, Liam lifts her off the counter and settles her on a chair. He serves the food, and they both start eating. Breakfast is ongoing when the doorbell rings. Just then, Greg walks into the house.“Macy, keep eating. I’ll just talk to him for a few minutes,” Liam says as he stands and goes to Greg, who now stands ten feet away with no emotion on his face. Liam leads Greg outside the house; he doesn’t want to risk Macy overhearing whatever Greg has to say.“What are you doing here? I don’t remember telling you where I was headed,” Liam asks.“I just followed my instincts. Li
Daryl stood over the fallen form of Vercus, his chest rising and falling heavily as the storm of battle subsided. Blood and sweat dripped from his brow, but his heart pulsed with a strange sense of peace. Vercus’s body lay still, consumed by the dark magic he had once wielded with pride. The power of Jeldon’s spirit, the malevolent force that had bound him, had been shattered by the strength Daryl unleashed, channeling the light of Yago Dir Gunther, his great ancestor.The battlefield was eerily quiet now, with the once fierce and chaotic battle reduced to hushed murmurs of the survivors. Vercus’s corrupted Lycans had either fallen or fled in the face of the united packs. For the first time, Daryl felt the weight of destiny lifting from his shoulders. He had done it. He had saved his family, his pack, and the Lycan race from the curse that had haunted them for generations.But the victory was bittersweet. The ground was littered with the fallen, and though they had won, the cost o
The night sky was thick with tension as the pack gathered at the outskirts of Star Crust territory. The air buzzed with the anticipation of battle, the final confrontation that would decide the fate of both the Waterfall and Star Crust packs. Daryl stood at the front, his posture strong but his mind racing. He had trained for this moment, but nothing could have fully prepared him for the weight of leading his people into war.Beside him were his father Liam, Greg, Asher, and other allies they had managed to rally, including some hesitant members of Star Crust. Mara stood near Asher, her face a mix of concern and determination. Aria was nearby, her eyes fierce despite the danger looming ahead. They all knew what was at stake. Vercus was determined to destroy them, and he had a dark weapon — Jeldon's spirit, bound to his will through black magic.As they marched forward, the sounds of snarls and growls echoed from the Star Crust forces ahead. Gordon stood tall beside Vercus, both me
The atmosphere at Waterfall was thick with anticipation. The once peaceful packhouse, usually filled with laughter and camaraderie, now buzzed with tension as the leaders gathered in the great hall. Liam stood at the head of the room, his face stern and lined with determination. Greg, a trusted pillar of strength, stood beside him, while the rest of the pack leaders murmured amongst themselves, their unease palpable, yet their focus unwavering.They had all felt the tremors of what was coming, but now, the true scale of the threat was fully revealed.Liam cleared his throat, commanding silence as he began to speak. “We’ve received confirmation of what we feared most. Gordon of the Star Crust pack isn’t acting alone. Vercus is behind it all, manipulating events to create chaos and eliminate us.”The room fell into a heavy stillness as Liam’s words sank in. Vercus’s name carried a dark weight, a legacy of evil and domination. A wave of disbelief rippled through the pack, but there wa
As Daryl, Leo, and Aria maneuvered through the dense foliage of the Star Crust territory, the air was thick with tension and the distant sounds of combat echoed ominously in the background. Each step felt like a countdown, the urgency to escape palpable as they moved closer to freedom. Their hearts raced, not just from the fear of being caught, but from the knowledge that they had to protect not only themselves but their families as well.Suddenly, they stumbled upon a clearing where a group of Gordon’s men were gathered, their brutish laughter filling the air as they counted their weapons. Daryl's blood ran cold. They had to fight their way through if they wanted to reach Waterfall.“Stay close,” Daryl whispered urgently, gripping Aria’s arm. Leo nodded, his jaw set with determination.Without a moment’s hesitation, Daryl charged forward, fists clenched. The element of surprise was on their side, and he was determined to make the most of it. “Attack!” he shouted, launching himself
The oppressive darkness of the room felt like a living entity, wrapping itself around Daryl, Leo, and Aria as they sat huddled together. The weight of their captivity pressed heavily on their shoulders. Daryl’s mind was a whirlwind of thoughts, each one more chaotic than the last. He couldn’t shake the recent revelations about his family’s history—the legacy of betrayal and blood that twisted through their veins like a venomous snake. Vercus's malevolence wasn’t just a personal vendetta; it was a curse passed down through generations, a darkness that sought to obliterate everything in its path.Daryl clenched his fists, feeling the sting of anger mix with despair. How had it come to this? The thought of Vercus wanting to eliminate him and Aria, by using Gordon? To snuff out the light of hope they represented, fueled his resolve. He would not allow history to repeat itself. Not on his watch.Suddenly, the door swung open with a creak that echoed through the room, and Gordon stepped
Author POVThe tension in the pack house was palpable, an electric charge that crackled in the air as Liam and Greg gathered with their family. Fear mingled with anger as they processed the abduction of Daryl, Leo, and Aria. Every moment felt like a ticking clock, with the fate of their loved ones hanging in the balance.Liam paced the room, his hands clenched into fists, frustration bubbling just beneath the surface. “We need to act fast. Every second we waste gives those bastards an advantage.”Macy, his beloved mate, placed a comforting hand on his shoulder, her eyes brimming with tears.“They’re strong, Liam. We’ve trained them well. They’ll find a way to protect themselves. We have to trust in that.”“Trust is not enough!” Liam snapped, shaking off her touch. “I should have foreseen this! The Star Crust Pack has always been a threat, and now they’ve made their move. We can’t afford to be blindsided again.”“Liam, blaming yourself won’t help our children,” Greg interjected, his
Author POVAlpha Liam roared angrily after hearing the devastating news that his sons and their mate had been kidnapped. The weight of his rage threatened to crush everything in its path as he and his beta, Greg, hurried to the scene of their disappearance.The area where their car was parked by the roadside felt eerily quiet, the air heavy with an unsettling tension. They could still catch whiffs of their scents—faint but unmistakable.“They must have drugged them to carry them away,” Liam seethed, his voice laced with fury as he surveyed the surroundings. His instincts screamed that time was of the essence.“You think Vercus did this?” Greg asked, brow furrowing in concern.“I have no idea who orchestrated this,” Liam replied, frustration threading through his words. “The fact remains that we have numerous enemies at hand, and this could be anyone.”Liam's orders were clear: his men were instructed to secure the area, waiting patiently behind as they combed through the site for a
Liam’s POVThe tension in the pack house was thick, palpable, and impossible to ignore. My children, especially Daryl, were furious at Elaine and me for keeping the truth from them all these years. The prophecy, Daryl’s true lineage—these were secrets we had held for their protection, but the time for secrecy had passed.I had known this day would come, though. Sooner or later, the truth always finds its way into the light. For years, we’ve shielded Elaine and Daryl from the rumors that circulated about the Waterfall Pack harboring the lost princess and her son. Vercus Gunther, the evil Lycan king, knew better than to strike here—at least until now.We’d heard whispers over the years that Vercus had gone into hiding, but I knew better. He was always plotting, always looking for ways to destroy his only grandson before the prophecy could be fulfilled. My spies had confirmed that the king was rarely seen, a ghost among his people, leaving behind only the scent of death wherever he we
Aria's POVDaryl’s emotions hit me like a tidal wave, overwhelming through the bond we shared. My mate was a mess—sad, angry, confused—all swirling together like a storm I couldn't calm. The mate bond allowed us to feel each other’s emotions, whether joyful or broken, and right now, Daryl was shattered.I tried reaching out to him through the mind link, but he’d shut me out, a wall firmly erected between us. Leo had done the same.Gigi whimpered inside my head, longing for our mates. She could feel their turmoil, especially Daryl’s. He was the most affected, and I couldn’t bear the thought of him suffering alone. Leo, too, felt distant through the bond, and that worried me even more.I rushed downstairs, my heart pounding, hoping to find them. As I entered the living room, all eyes turned to me. Luna Macy and Elaine sat quietly, tears glistening in their eyes as their mates, Alpha Liam and Beta Greg, consoled them. The room was heavy with tension and sadness. Mara had already fill