Alicia's POV Ramirez held me closer, and we both turned our attention to the werewolf soldier who had brought a message, and it seemed uncomfortable. We were both deeply affected by it.If this is the kind of challenge all destined mates encounter after marriage, I don't think I want to get married in my next life, assuming there even is one."Show us the way," Ramirez responded, pulling me along with him. Lately, I've noticed Ramirez frequently walking in on Alpha, Alex, and me, and it's starting to feel less like a coincidence.Upon arriving at the palace, we found another dead guard, but this time it didn't appear to be the work of the vanishing arrow. His blood seemed as if it had been drained from him."Where did you discover him?" Alpha Alex inquired, not waiting for Ramirez to ask."He was left outside," another werewolf guard answered."Have I not repeatedly told everyone to watch out for each other?! Haven't I?! You all let us get killed, one by one, and now war is upon us.
Alicia's POV I gazed at Ramirez, who held me tightly as we both observed the werewolf soldier who had awkwardly delivered the message. Both of us were profoundly shaken. If this is what all fated mates endure after their marriage, then I don't think I want to get married in my next life, assuming there even is one."Lead the way," Ramirez replied as he pulled me alongside him. Lately, I've noticed Ramirez frequently walking in on Alpha and Alex, as well as me, and it's starting to seem like more than just a coincidence.Upon reaching the palace, this time we encountered a dead guard, but I suspected he wasn't killed by a disappearing arrow; rather, it seemed like his blood had been drained from him."Where did you find him?" Alpha Alex inquired, preempting Ramirez's question."He was dumped outside," another werewolf guard responded."Have I not repeatedly warned everyone to watch out for each other?! Haven't I?! And you all allowed us to be killed one by one, unaware that war was lo
Alicia's POVIt was Ramirez. I rested my head on his chest, overcome with fear. My heartbeat quickened as I sensed his hand on my head."Come with me," he responded, pulling me with him to the garden we often visit to unwind."Why are you out here?" I inquired hastily, before he had the chance to question me."I awoke from a dreadful dream. I don't know... Alicia, I don't want to lose you," Ramirez uttered, and for the first time, I saw him nearly moved to tears."What?... What was it about?" I inquired, attempting to see if I could make sense of it. I gently lifted his face to mine and wiped away the tear that was about to fall."I think I'm going to harm you, Alicia, and... and our babies," Ramirez cried."How? Wait... your dream seems similar to mine," I concluded as I tried to connect what I had seen in my dream to his."Yes, I woke up because of that. Hey, baby, look at me. We have to be strong. We must not reveal this side of ourselves to the public, especially to our soldiers. I
Chapter 34Alicia's POV"Lycan Heart?" Ramirez appeared perplexed."What's happening again? What exactly is a Lycan Heart, and why should we be concerned?" Alpha Alex responded."We're in the midst of a war. Can't you see that?" I sneered."That's precisely why we need to concentrate on what truly matters," Alpha Astor replied.Ramirez could hardly utter a word, weakened and fatigued. I gazed at my mate, recognizing his weariness in the midst of all this chaos. The loss of his parents had only compounded the exhaustion."Ramirez, are you... are you alright?" I inquired, lifting his gaze to meet mine. I saw his eyes begin to close as he nodded affirmatively."I'm fine... I just..." He could barely speak as he shook his head, attempting to regain control. But it seemed he was already weakened; he leaned on me and promptly collapsed."Ramirez, please, wake up! Someone, help me!" I shouted, observing a werewolf soldier rushing to his side. Earlier, he had wanted to channel the anger and s
Alicia's POV"I am the Luna of Hamatain, and you will listen to me!" I shouted, amazed by the audacity that had suddenly surged within me. It was as though the words I spoke were not my own, but instead, I felt the dominance of another werewolf power taking hold.I could discern the fear that gripped both Alpha Alex and Alpha Astor in that very moment."Both of you should exercise caution. Be vigilant and refrain from challenging me!" I declared loudly.I observed Alpha Astor attempting to reach out to me, but it was as if an invisible barrier kept us apart."What's... what's happening?" Ramirez managed to rise from his prone position, struggling to focus his gaze on me. However, it was apparent that his vision was blurred."Ramirez," I called, my voice carrying an unusual authority, and I could sense his surprise."Darling, what has you so upset?" he inquired, turning his attention to Alpha Alex and Alpha Astor, who remained frozen in place, unable to utter a word. As Ramirez's visio
Alicia's POV"Ramirez, sweetheart, please look at me!" I shook him, realizing that he had lost consciousness. I checked his pulse but found it had stopped. I let go of his head and approached the beast, which had already sensed my agitation and anger."Who are you, and what do you want from us?" I demanded."You don't need to ask me that; I owe you no explanation!" The beast retorted, charging at me."Melicia, it's time to take over," I communicated with my inner werewolf and the werewolf goddess, aligning the three of us together. With the babies inside me, we became an unstoppable force, charging at the werewolf beast, which was instantly obliterated with a single touch.Thinking he was human, he simply vanished like air. I found myself dropping to the ground beside Ramirez, who appeared lifeless to me."Get him to safety," I ordered the werewolf soldiers who had been standing, witnessing everything that had unfolded. It was the first time a woman had broken the protection boundary
Alicia’s POVI was immediately shocked and looked behind me to see Ramirez fuming with anger."Babe, please, I...I can explain," I stuttered. However, that wasn't the main issue. I noticed he was weak and tired as he dropped to the floor, and behind him stood Kael, who had managed to enter the palace without our knowledge.I watched Ramirez's heart overshadowed with blood as it still beat faster. I became terrified and shouted, "Ramirez! No!" as I saw Alpha Alex, who instead of fighting, ran away."Don't do this. No! Stay away from me!" I shouted, noticing that nothing was happening. Even Melicia, the werewolf goddess assigned to me, was not taking any action. Immediately, I knew it was over for me as I watched Kael approach me, completely ignoring my pleas, which fell on deaf ears.I screamed even louder, hoping the werewolf soldiers would come to my aid, but no one came. I closed my eyes, and when I opened them again, I was back in my reality.-----I woke up and realized that I had
Ramirez's POVI heard the uproar of noises emanating from the palace, including my Luna's voice. I lay still on the bed, unable to move, while I gazed up at the roof, where I could see the moon, not yet full but halfway. I prayed to the moon goddess, whose stories I had heard since I was little, and how she had helped many people."Please, help me leave this position. Heal me so I can assist my Luna and be strong again," I pleaded, struggling to stand but failing. I ended up lying down, tears streaming down my face.The footsteps of my fellow soldiers and others who were already prepared for battle echoed around me as they all rushed out, one after the other.I could hear my mate Alicia's heartbeat from where I lay. We had hoped for a smooth and happy life after marriage, but our reality had become a nightmare. Our days were filled with sorrow and tears, with only brief moments of enjoyment.My mate, who wasn't strong enough to lead an army of werewolf soldiers against her fierce step
RAMIREZ’S POV"Werewolf pack of Hamattain pack!" I shouted at the top of my voice, and they all responded with cheers, raising their fists."Tonight we stand firm!" I repeated as they chorused after me, "We stand firm!""Tonight, we can't be shaken!" they shouted, "Yes!""We are not scared of the werewolf witch," I added."Because tonight's victory is ours!" I shouted as they all echoed. We marched down to Alicia's stepmother's abode. It was time to kill the villain who had threatened us all, the one who had killed my mate. I knew that with her gone, the coming generation would know peace.It took us a day and one night to arrive at our destination. What I saw amazed me. It was as if she had been waiting for our arrival. I saw Kael, my son, standing beside her, a wicked smile on his face. I was quite sure he couldn't recognize me."Kael!" Leo shouted as he was about to approach him, but I pulled him back."He's not your brother anymore. That is the beast that will destroy the world".
RAMIREZ’S POVIt was the saddest day of my life in the Hamattain pack. Never had I wished that Alicia would die before me. If anyone were to die, it should have been me. I held her tightly to my chest as sorrowful tears rolled down my face, knowing that I would never see her again. Astor's hand rested on my shoulders, comforting me, while Lily also offered her support. After everything she had been through, she definitely didn't deserve to die. I was so torn. I carried her lifeless body as I approached the royal palace, and silence enveloped every corner of the castle. Even the pack, having heard her voice and her last wish, was in awe when she suddenly passed away.Although I and others had known beforehand that she wouldn't survive, as the werewolf doctor had told us she had only a limited time left, her passing still came as a painful shock when it happened so suddenly after she opened her eyes."Alicia, you didn't deserve this. You weren't supposed to leave this world. I hadn't e
Alicia's POV:As I gradually awoke, I noticed that everything had returned to a state of calm. The urge to get out of bed was strong, but a firm hand kept me in place.My vision was hazy, and a distant voice reached my ears."You need to stay still. Moving will open the wound again," Ramirez cautioned, and I obediently settled back into the bed.I clutched my throbbing head, my memory slowly returning. I recalled arguing with my mate, Ramirez, defending him passionately before collapsing to the floor. That was where my recollection ended. The last thing I remembered was thinking about Kael."Where are Kael and Leo?" I inquired, my tone filled with concern, while Ramirez appeared hesitant to respond to my question. His reluctance sent shivers down my spine because I remembered the warning about Kael possibly turning into the beast.The prophecy had begun to unfold, but I had prevented him from harming his father. Maybe I could truly change the prophecy, perhaps I could avert the dreadf
Alicia’s POVKael and Leo have grown up to be remarkably handsome, and to our surprise, they have turned out to be exceptionally well-behaved children.Today is their twenty-second birthday, and I couldn't be happier for my mate and myself. My stepmother has been attempting to breach the magical barrier that has kept us safe within the Hamattain pack, but she has been unsuccessful.I've always emphasized to the kids the importance of not leaving the palace without my consent, and they have adhered to this rule diligently. They are so identical that if not for the chains on their wrists, it would be very difficult to tell them apart."Mom," Kael called out, and I glanced at his wrist before responding."Did you just glance at my wrist? Are you as puzzled as others?" Kael questioned, and I quickly shook my head in denial."No, sweetheart, I was checking to see if you're feeling well and ready for the party," I fibbed. Over time, Kael had shown tendencies toward aggression, and I couldn'
Alicia's POV"Alicia, you are all we have left. Please, you need to save us," Lily implored, tears streaming down her face."You must take this, your grace," Lex handed Lily the golden chain that had been given to him by Alex. She accepted it, her eyes brimming with tears."He said you should put it on his baby's neck. Whether it's a boy or a girl, always tell them that Daddy cares," Lex replied, bowing his head."Why? Can't he come here himself? Can't he bring the entire werewolf pack?" Lily suggested, gazing at Lex, who appeared weary."I'm afraid, your grace, he can't. The entire werewolf pack has been completely wiped out, and he's left with only a few people," Lex explained, coughing severely."Is there anyone out there?" I called out, and a werewolf soldier came running, immediately bowing to me."Get him some water, a change of clothes, food, and a place to rest," I ordered the werewolf soldier, who raised his head only to bow again before assisting Lex, and they both left promp
Alicia’s POVRamirez and I gazed at Lily, who was breathing heavily and appeared exhausted. I still held my babies as the ceremony continued when she entered. I entrusted the other baby, Leo, to my mate, and hurriedly made my way over to Lily."Goddess! What happened?!" I asked, shock evident on my face, and all the onlookers watched. I assisted her in sitting down on a chair."Get me a cup of water, and don't just stand there!" I commanded one of my werewolf soldiers, who were all observing the situation."Yes, your grace," one of them bowed and promptly left. He returned with a cup of water, which I handed to Lily. We all watched as she drank it without hesitation, and then she requested more."Take her to the guest's room. We'll catch up with you, Lily, once we're finished," I instructed, observing the werewolf soldier gently guiding her toward the palace hallways. I wondered what had led Lily to this state. I had believed that Alex had changed his ways, but now I questioned what ha
Alpha Astor's POVWas it the Moon Fury again? I asked myself, struggling to grasp the situation. Could Alicia's stepmother be behind this, or was it the work of the werewolf witch who had a knack for causing chaos at will?Rei returned with a look of shock on her face, mirroring the surprise and confusion that had enveloped us all. The sudden transition from broad daylight to complete darkness forced us to light lamps to see one another."Inform all the werewolf soldiers to stand their posts. We need to be vigilant and prepared for anything," I instructed my werewolf soldier captain, who promptly bowed and hurried off to relay my orders."What in the world is happening, Rei?" I asked, hoping she might have some insight."Goddess! I thought you had worked closely with your master before her passing. Hasn't she ever unleashed something like this?" I inquired, but Rei's memory appeared hazy."I don't recall anything like this," she replied."So, you're suggesting we remain idle? This is d
Alpha Astor’s POVRei and I had been living peacefully for the past three months, and I hadn't seen anyone who resembled Alicia's stepmother. Despite my lingering suspicion that she might still be out there, we decided not to back down.It had been a challenging month, and Rei and I hadn't found much time for intimacy. The last time I saw her in the garden, she was badly wounded, and I feared I might lose her. Thankfully, I managed to summon the werewolf doctor, who treated her promptly."Hey, honey, you look tired," Rei said as she wrapped her arms around my neck and settled onto my lap."So, you're not in pain anymore?" I asked, not wanting her to feel uncomfortable, especially if she wanted to be intimate."Mmmm..." She touched her stomach, her gaze shifting before meeting mine. "No, baby, I think I'm okay now. I've missed you."Since the Moon Fury incident, we hadn't heard from Alicia, and there was even talk of her attending our wedding. However, we chose not to invite many guests
Alicia's POVI woke up feeling completely healthy and refreshed. It seemed like I had drifted off to sleep while talking to Ramirez. When I glanced beside me, I realized his hand was still holding mine. I gently stroked his hair, enjoying the sight of his peaceful slumber. Observing his calm face was something I cherished. I continued this for over twenty minutes before regaining my composure. There was no denying that Ramirez was a remarkable young man, and any woman would be fortunate to have him as a mate. I considered myself lucky to have ended up with the best.I turned my gaze to the left and noticed that one of the baby's eyes was open, but he was merely amusing himself by sucking his finger. The other baby, with the golden chain, remained tranquil and fast asleep. I could see a reflection of myself in him. Amidst these thoughts, my mind drifted back to Melicia. I wished I could see her at that moment, and tears rolled down my face."What do I do now? Is my mate going to die as