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Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts Shadows of the past
Jade Nightshade I entered my father’s office still struggling to catch my breath. My heart pounded from the unexpected encounter with Rowon, and I could still feel the heat of his hand on my arm, the way his eyes had pleaded with me—but I shoved the thought aside. Now wasn’t the time to unravel.My father rose from his chair immediately, his brow furrowed with concern. “Jade, you look pale,” he said, his voice filled with fatherly worry. “What happened? You look like you’ve seen a ghost.”“Worse,” I muttered under my breath, my legs feeling wobbly as I sank into the chair across from his desk.He didn’t miss a beat. “Here, drink this.” He handed me a steaming cup of coffee, his eyes searching mine for an explanation. “Tell me what’s going on.”I took a sip, hoping it would steady my nerves. “It’s nothing,” I lied, refusing to let Rowon’s face creep back into my mind. I focused on my father instead, watching as he leaned against his desk, arms crossed, waiting for me to continue.He
Last Updated : 2024-11-11Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts Undeniable Connection
Jade Nightshade "Do I really have to go?" I muttered, slumping back into the chair as I stared at my mother. "Is my presence really needed at this party?"My mother’s eyebrow arched, her lips pressing into a thin line. “Stop being childish, Jade. You’re the acting Alpha now. This party is important, and you know it. We’re not just welcoming any warrior. We’re welcoming the strongest warrior in our ranks—someone who was once your best friend.”I groaned, running my hands through my hair in frustration. “Darius may have been my best friend once, but that was a long time ago. He won’t care if I’m there.”My mother sighed, folding her arms. “How do you think he’ll feel if you don’t show up? You, the acting Alpha, skipping out on his welcome party? Think about it.”I hesitated, knowing she was right. The thought of seeing Darius again after so many years was strange, but it wasn’t just about him. This was my introduction to the pack as acting Alpha. I needed to be there, no matter how mu
Last Updated : 2024-11-11Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts TheBetween the Past and the Bond
Jade Nightshade.Whoever said waiting for your fated mate was worth it instead of wasting time with someone else was absolutely right. Completely. Trying to love someone else, thinking they could be your forever, was like walking into the same heartbreak I had already lived through with Rowon. It wasn’t just the betrayal, though—that stung, yes—but the thought that I might have missed out on this, this bond, this overwhelming pull that was shaking me to my core.My heart was in chaos.The moonlight flickered over the crowd, but all I could see was him.Darius. My mate.My heart raced, hammering against my chest like it wanted to escape. I didn’t want him to see me this way—shaken, unsure, speechless.I stole a glance at him, the boy I had once known, now towering, exuding power and confidence. His face was sharper, more mature, but those eyes—they were still the same. The same ones that used to glint with mischief when he pulled my hair, teased me, and found new ways to make my life di
Last Updated : 2024-11-11Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts The One She's Meant For
Darius ClawsonYes, you guessed it. I wanted to brag to his face. I wanted to show him that I had her, that Jade was mine—mine to love, mine to protect. I couldn’t wait to shove it in Rowon’s face—the same guy who once told me I could never have her.Back then, I was nothing. Just a low-ranking member with no real power, no real standing. Rowon had made that crystal clear, and I believed him.He'd laughed in my face and told me that Jade could only end up with someone of his status—Beta’s son, Moon Goddess approved. And for a while, I thought he was right. I was too young and too insecure to see otherwise.His words had haunted me and driven me to push myself further than I ever thought possible. I hated fighting, but I did it for her. I had fought my way to the top and clawed through training until I became the strongest warrior.I had bled for this moment—to prove I was worthy of her and to show Rowon and everyone else that I wasn’t some nobody undeserving of Jade.The Moon Goddess
Last Updated : 2024-11-11Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts A Bittersweet Escape
Jade NightshadeI would never in a million years have thought that I'd be the one helping deliver Rowon and Kassandra’s baby.Dear Moon Goddess...I had no choice, though. Unfortunately for me, I was the acting Alpha, and I had to push my feelings aside and act like one. Their lives depended on me, even though I wanted nothing more than to pretend they didn’t exist.Darius and I were walking away when my conscience started eating at me. The pack was busy at the celebration, and there wouldn’t be a pack doctor available to help Kassandra since everyone was at the party. She might die giving birth, and though the thought of her dying had an almost cruel appeal... the innocent baby hadn’t done anything to me.I’d trained to be a Luna, and part of that training included learning how to assist a pregnant woman in labor during an emergency. I knew what had to be done, even if the idea of walking back into that house made my stomach churn.“I can’t believe this,” I muttered under my breath a
Last Updated : 2024-11-11Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts Bound by Expectations
Jade Nightshade The scent of home hit my nose, pulling me from a dreamless sleep. I fluttered my eyes open and blinked in the dim light of my living room. I was... being carried? My gaze travelled upward, locking onto Darius’s strong jawline and broad chest as he carried me inside. For a second, I admired his solid build, the warmth radiating from his skin where he held me close.But then reality slammed into me.My parents could be home.“Darius, put me down,” I whispered, panicking, my eyes darting toward the hallway. “My mom—she might see us like this!”He just smirked, a mischievous glint in his eyes. “Too late.”My head whipped around, and sure enough, there she was—my mother, sitting in the living room with her mouth hanging open in sheer shock. Her eyes darted between Darius and me, taking in the closeness, the way his arms were still wrapped around me, and I felt the heat rise to my cheeks.“Are you… Is he your mate?” She stammered, pointing between us, her voice high-pitched
Last Updated : 2024-11-11Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts The Edge of Control
Darius's POVI couldn’t focus. My eyes were on the food in front of me, but my mind was far away, trapped in a cycle of thoughts that wouldn’t stop.Does she like Rowon?It was the only explanation I could come up with for why Jade was acting so cold toward me. She was hiding the fact that we were mates from everyone, pretending like there was nothing between us. No connection. No bond. But I felt it. I knew she felt it, too. So why the distance? Why keep it a secret?Rowon’s image flashed through my mind—the way he looked at Jade, even as his mate delivered their child. His focus wasn’t on Kassandra or the newborn; it was on her. The way his eyes followed her every move, the way his breath seemed to hitch when she entered the room. It didn’t make sense.It was like she had him under some kind of spell, and the worst part? I had no idea if she felt the same. I wanted to believe it was nothing, that I was just imagining things, but something about it gnawed at me. What if there was som
Last Updated : 2024-11-11Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts Unleashed Emotions
Jade’s POVDamn, it wasn’t a dream.I let out a yawn, stretching out lazily as I blinked into the dim morning light streaming through the curtains. For a second, I tried convincing myself that the past few days were all just some wild, twisted dream. That maybe, just maybe, I didn’t help pull my ex’s child into this world.But the blood-stained clothes thrown carelessly on the floor shot that theory to hell. I groaned, covering my face with my hands. No, it was real. All of it."Well, isn’t that just fan-fucking-tastic?" I muttered under my breath before pushing myself up from the bed.Suddenly, I craved chocolate—maybe some sugar could take the edge off the mess that was my life. Sighing, I padded toward the door, my bare feet hitting the cool floor as I stepped out into the hallway. As I reached the stairs, a hushed conversation stopped me dead in my tracks."Can you believe Beta Rowon punched warrior Darius in the face?"“Yeah, I thought it was a rumor! Weren’t they best friends?”
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Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts The Battle of Hearts
Five Months Later Darius Watching your mate give life to your child is supposed to be one of the most beautiful experiences in the world.But at this moment? I’m scared out of my damn mind.Jade's screams pierced the room, each one stabbing me straight in the heart. Her hand gripped mine so tightly I thought she might break it, but I didn't care. She could crush my bones into dust if it made this easier for her."You're doing amazing, Jade," I murmured, leaning closer, brushing sweat-soaked strands of hair from her face. My voice trembled, betraying my fear even though I tried to sound strong.Her glare snapped to me, fierce enough to stop my heart. "Amazing? Amazing?" she hissed through clenched teeth. "Darius, if you ever touch me again, I swear I'll—""Understood," I cut in quickly, nodding as if my life depended on it. "No more babies. Two is plenty. Perfect number. We're done."Her eyes narrowed, and even through her exhaustion, her expression was nothing short of murderous. "O
Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts The Heart of a mother
Jade“I’m so sorry, Jade,” he murmured, his voice thick with guilt. “This is all my fault.”I stared at him, stunned. “Your fault? Darius, this happened because I was foolish enough to fall for Rowon’s trap. If anything, it’s mine.”His jaw tightened. “If I had killed Rowon when I had the chance, this never would’ve happened.”I hesitated, then whispered, “What about the baby?”“The warriors are watching over him,” he said softly. “As for Kassandra, she escaped. It seems Rowon paid her handsomely to lure you into the woods.”I sighed, exhaustion washing over me. “Let’s go home,” I whispered, leaning into his warmth."No, let's go to the doctor and make sure you are okay."I clung to Darius’s shirt as he carried me into the pack hospital, his arms steady but his jaw clenched with tension. My body felt heavy, the remnants of the ritual leaving me drained and light-headed. I could hear the murmur of nurses as we entered, their whispers fading the moment they recognised who we were.“Wher
Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts Ritual of Deceit
JadeI swallowed the lump in my throat, though fear gripped me like an iron vice. Rowon’s smirk twisted cruelly as his hand lingered on my stomach. Disgust curled in my gut, and my wolf growled low in the back of my mind, furious and restless.“You’re a coward,” I spat, forcing the tremor in my voice to sound like rage instead of fear. “You’ll never be an Alpha—not even in death.”For a flicker of a second, his smirk faltered, but it returned, sharper and more dangerous. He leaned in close, his breath hot against my ear. “We’ll see about that,” he murmured darkly before stepping back. “Start the ritual.”The witches’ chanting rose, their guttural words filling the room. The air thickened with the scent of burning herbs, and smoke swirled around us, clawing at my lungs. My wrists strained against the restraints as I thrashed, desperate to get free. I could feel the pulse of the ritual building—a suffocating energy crawling under my skin.“Darius,” I screamed in my mind, the bond betwee
Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts Into the Wild
JadeTrue to his word, Darius barely left my side. At three months pregnant, I was under what felt like constant surveillance—his. He’d even started sleeping lighter than usual, as if waiting for me to sneak off on some other reckless mission. Not that I could, even if I wanted to. The doctor had already warned me: the stress I’d put my body through during the Jericho ordeal had made the baby delicate. Luckily, Darius’s blood in my veins worked overtime, protecting both me and the little life growing inside me.The pack had practically erupted with praise when the news spread about how I’d taken down Jericho and his warriors. They called me a hero, the "Alpha Woman," the "Greatest Luna," among a dozen other titles that left me simultaneously embarrassed and amused. Strangers travelled from all corners of the werewolf world to join our pack, swelling our numbers and expanding our land. My name was on everyone’s lips, from council meetings to campfires. And the male admirers? Don’t get
Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts A Life Unplanned
JadeThe world around me was a haze of muffled voices and distant sounds, like I was underwater. My eyelids felt impossibly heavy, but the low growl of a voice cut through the fog, sharp and furious.“You said she’d be fine after the blood transfusion!” Darius’s voice, deep and vibrating with restrained rage, yanked me from the void.I forced my eyes open, my vision swimming before it landed on the scene before me. Darius had the doctor pinned against the wall, his hand gripping the man’s throat. The doctor clawed at Darius’s wrist, his face turning an alarming shade of red.“Darius…” My voice was a croak, barely audible, but it was enough. His head snapped toward me, the fire in his eyes instantly replaced by something softer—relief. He let the doctor go, and the man crumpled to the floor, gasping and clutching his neck.Darius was at my side in an instant, his hands cradling my face as if I were made of glass. His stormy eyes searched mine, desperate and worried. “Jade… you’re awake
Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts A Deadly Return
The heavy wooden table in the council room felt like a prison wall keeping me trapped. My nails tapped against its surface in a rhythm that matched the ticking clock. Every second stretched too long, every minute a reminder that Jade wasn’t here.The emotions festering in my chest weren’t mine—or at least they didn’t feel like mine. Anger, disgust, annoyance—they twisted together like a venomous knot, suffocating me. I couldn’t tell if it was my wolf or something else clawing at me from within. My mind kept replaying our argument bitterly, like an open wound. If only I hadn’t gotten angry with her. Maybe then she wouldn’t have left without me. Maybe I could have been there to ensure her safety. But no—I had been furious when she told me she was going alone. Furious that she wouldn’t let me tag along. Furious at the walls she always seemed to put up. And now, that anger made everything worse, twisting the knife of regret deeper into my chest.She’d claimed she was visiting her aunt, b
Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts Revenge Served Cold
JadeThe hall was silent for what felt like an eternity, and I swore for a moment my heart stopped. Then Jericho barked a laugh. “Fine! A toast it is. Someone bring the wine!”The crowd cheered as the bottles I’d cleaned—and poisoned—were brought forward. My pulse pounded in my ears as cups were filled and passed around.Jericho lifted his glass high, a triumphant grin spreading across his face. “To power! To victory! And to my new wife!”The crowd echoed his words, raising their glasses with fervor. The hall buzzed with anticipation as Jericho brought his glass to his lips. I watched breathlessly the poison-laced wine gleaming under the flickering light of the chandeliers.My pulse thundered in my ears as I stared at him, willing him to drink. For the first time that night, true fear gripped me. Would it work? Would anyone notice? My wolf’s growl was a steady hum in my mind as I waited for the first sip…But just as the rim of the glass touched his lips, he froze, a sly smirk creepin
Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts A Trap of her own Making
JadeMy hands were raw from scrubbing those godforsaken plates last night. Every joint in my body screamed with exhaustion, but that wicked woman, whose name I’d overheard was madam Amara, wasn’t about to let me rest. She had loomed over me the entire time, barking orders and making snide remarks. She would be the second person I kill after I’m done with Jericho.I had stolen a few precious hours of sleep, but it wasn’t enough. My wolf kept me on edge, her instincts sharpening my awareness. Any moment now, I knew Amara would come banging on my door again.The knock came as expected, sharp and impatient.“Up, girl!” Amara’s voice grated against my nerves as I opened the door, still in my maid’s uniform. “Don’t think today’s your wedding, so you can lounge around like some entitled princess.”I blinked at her, a flash of anger heating my blood. “It is my wedding day,” I muttered, just loud enough for her to hear.Her thin lips curled into a mocking smile. “Wrong. Today’s a celebration f
Mates at War: A Battle of Hearts A Dance with the Devil
JadeThe woman’s nails dug into my arm as she hauled me through the narrow corridors of the packhouse. The heavy air in the kitchen hit me first—a stifling mix of spices, sweat, and smoke that clung to my throat. My gaze swept across the room, taking in the sight of workers hunched over cutting boards and boiling pots, their movements sharp and mechanical, their faces blank. They looked like shadows of people, beaten down by the weight of servitude.For a moment, guilt stirred in my chest. These weren’t the monsters I’d imagined. They were people, trapped like me. Innocent. My wolf stirred uneasily. Are we any better than him if we kill them all?I shoved the thought aside. I wasn’t here for them. I was here for revenge.“This is where every wife and concubine of Alpha Jericho trains,” the woman snapped, her voice like the crack of a whip. “You’ll learn obedience here. You’ll learn to cook, to clean, and to serve. And once you prove yourself worthy, you’ll cook for Alpha Jericho perso
