He was getting closer to the window. I was shaking and wondering what to do to get this haunting started. I picked up one of the walnuts we had gathered to make brownies with and threw it through the window. It bounced off the railing, making a noise as it landed on the steps. The Alpha spun around
Kelp povDoc stepped forward, trying to gain control of his laughter. “What are you talking about? Katia is a real ghost, there is nothing out there.”Alpha turned to look back across the field and at the cabin, which was dark. “She was there. She chased me. She was trying to grab me. She wouldn’t l
Mark povPacing through the cabin, I linked back, “Defend the pack members but try to hurt no one from the Starlight pack. They are here because of their grief. Let them see the Alpha if that is what they wish.”“Yes Beta, but what do I tell the men? They want to defend the Alpha.” I realize this is
Kelp povMark had kept us updated through the link we all shared, and we knew that the Blood Meadow pack Alpha had been challenged by the Starlight pack Alpha. “Kelp, if we do not consider ourselves Blood Meadow pack, then what are we? We are not lone wolves or rogues, are we?” Alpha Luna wondered a
“I am sorry Kelp. I know that you, Mark, and the rest of the pack knew him at a time when he was a good person and had to watch him worsen throughout the years.” I could not help thinking if he had not found me, maybe his illness would not have progressed as quickly as it has.” Sighing, she turned t
Kelp povAlpha Lorn stood staring for a moment, wondering what he was looking at. Was it a person, or a ghost? Finally, his brain kicked in. It registered that it was a young girl and the other pack members there with her were surrounding her protectively. Who was she? Why were they so protective of
“Are we looking at the same girl? She is filthy, pale, covered in dried blood she has not even tried to clean off. Look at her hair. It looks like she hasn’t combed it in ages. I do not have the time to pamper and wait on her. She needs to be ready to be my Luna now.” I seethed at him.“Lorn, do not
Looking at her, “So little Katia, you are telling me all of these good people have sworn loyalty to you when they should have sworn it to me?”The little thing continued beaming up at me, “Yes, they do not trust you. However, they do trust me and once we are mated, they will then be loyal to you and
Mark was right behind her, but he froze, his eyes locked on the fire as realization dawned. He moved to help, tearing away the burning debris with shaking hands."Oh, Goddess… no."I threw my hands over the mother’s ears, trying to shield her from the sounds, but her eyes were rolling back when I lo
*Trigger Warning-Death of mother and pups. Please read at your discretion. This chapter is written to further the book, and I mean no disrespect to anyone who has lost a child*"No," I whispered, my voice barely louder than a breath, but the anguish behind it clawed at my throat. Then, as the horror
“No,” Agnes said softly, a tear slipping down her cheek. “She wasn’t crazy, Alpha. She was doing everything she could to keep her babies alive. She fed them what little milk her body could produce and kept them quiet and safe.”I couldn’t stay quiet anymore. The weight of it was too much.“They were
I had no idea how long we had been running. The cool air rushed past me, carrying the scent of damp earth and the ever-present forest musk. The steady sound of paws pounding against the ground echoed through the trees as we followed the river, its shimmering surface guiding us. My heart hammered in
I watched in awe as she stood unyielding yet filled with love before her mate. Alpha Nathan’s jaw clenched; his eyes filled with reluctant acceptance. "Fine," he grumbled, but his voice was affectionately laced. "But if this weakens you… I’m not carrying you back.""Yes, you will," she whispered wit
"How can you be sure it’s her you feel and not something sinister trying to lead us into a trap?" Alpha Mark's voice was low but filled with concern, his piercing gaze locking onto mine. His words echoed through my mind, making my stomach twist in uncertainty. But I knew. I felt it deep within my so
I am so grateful for the care Agnes and I have received. The burning fire of silver and wolfsbane that once raged in my veins has finally dulled to a quiet ache. I feel stronger now, steadier on my feet, though the shadows of what we endured still cling to the edges of my mind. Poor Agnes, though...
I awaken—finally—dragged from the void like a drowned thing hauled from the depths. The air burns my lungs, and for a moment, I wonder if this is what it feels like to be among the living again.Inside me, Zor stirs, his presence vast and primal, like a beast curling lazily in the corners of my mind
Bob’s jaw clenches so hard I hear his teeth grind, the sound sharp in the stillness.I glance at Katia, watching her watch him. Something in her eyes softens as if she can see past the rage to the pain underneath. I crouch beside her. "Little ghost, I think your vampire needs some help. He’s not pul