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Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 14
Raya's POV "I can't believe you let him! Ah! I am so proud of you Raya. How was it?" Amaya asked me as we got ready to join the others for dinner. This was honestly the first time I was seeing Amaya venture into the dining hall since I've been here. She had been cooped up in her room, plugging away on the project she refused to tell me about. Whenever Amaya withholds information, it's usually because it's not hers to tell. So, whatever she was working on, it was someone else's secret. I wished she would tell me, as my curiosity over it had been driving me insane. Nonetheless, I tried not to pester her too much about it, knowing she won't cave anyway. We walked down the corridor with our arms linked, and heads held high. I stopped bowing down when I realized no one here would take offense to me looking at them. "It was the best thing I'd ever experienced. Obviously, no one has ever done that to me before so I can't really compare, but Dane made my body
Last Updated : 2023-07-13Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 15
Raya's POV Cruz's lips met mine in a fury, and the more I tried to fight it, the stronger the feeling of power got, until it extinguished the anger in me. I couldn't breathe, feeling overwhelmed by the power that was coursing through me. When Cruz pulled away from me, his dark eyes locked with mine, and I saw the same surprise mirrored in his expression. We had both felt that power, but as intoxicating as it was, I didn’t want this with Cruz. “No! This is not how you prove your point, Cruz!” I exclaimed, my voice filled with frustration and defiance. “You can’t just kiss me and expect me to forget everything, to forget everything, to accept this fate you’ve decided for me.”Cruz’s grip on the desk tightened, his jaw clenched. “I am doing what is best for you, Raya, but I see now that you need some time to come to terms with it.” I took a deep breath, trying to calm the storm of emotions raging within me. “It’s not just time that I need! I won’t be forced into a life I didn
Last Updated : 2023-07-14Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 16
Raya's POV"What have you been up to today?" Cruz asked, breaking the silence as I sat on the small leather loveseat in his office. I remained silent, refusing to look at his face or utter a single word to him. It had been three weeks since he declared me his chosen mate. Every evening, he had me come in to talk and supposedly get to know each other better. During the first week, I pleaded with him to reconsider. The following week, I begged him to at least allow Garret or Amaya to touch me. He reluctantly agreed to Amaya, but that was the extent of it. This week, I decided that if my words and opinions meant nothing to him, then I would no longer grace him with my voice."Raya, you can't just keep ignoring me. The moon festival is tomorrow, and if I don't find my mate, you'll be marked as mine at the end of the night. Please, I want you to be comfortable with the idea. The mark will help, but I would like to know that at least some small part of you is okay with this," he pleaded, re
Last Updated : 2023-07-14Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 17
Raya's POV The pack house buzzed with activity, teeming with new faces that had flooded the entire pack lands. Tents were set up outside, lanterns hung, and fire pits were prepared for tonight's festivities. It was all hands on deck, all hands but mine. I was to stay by Cruz's side while the others worked.Amaya was off making her own preparations for the night. She had mentioned that during the festival she could harness the moon's power to perform divinations. So, currently she's gathering her stones and setting up her area. She asked me to pry myself away from Cruz and get a reading at some point. "Tonight's the best night for it, Raya," she'd told me before she left my side. Garret, on the other hand, was ordered to check on security. I was surprised to learn that he was in charge of keeping the other wolves of the pack disciplined. It was hard to imagine him in such a serious role, especially when he himself is so playful. However, according to Amaya, Garret excelled at keeping
Last Updated : 2023-07-15Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 18
Dane's POVIn just five minutes, the Sunfire Pack would arrive, carrying our last glimmer of hope for my best friend's search for his true mate. Throughout the entire month, I've been grappling with anger, irritation, depression, and fear ever since Cruz announced his choice of Raya as his mate.Under no circumstances would I allow him to mark Raya. Lucian and I made a pact that if we couldn't rescue her in time, we would do the one thing we swore we wouldn't do: challenge Cruz for the position of Alpha. I couldn't bear the thought of Raya being marked by him. The mere image of them together, in his room, on his bed, overwhelmed me. Every time I imagined it, I had to go for a run to prevent myself from attacking anyone and everyone.To make matters worse, Cruz had forbidden anyone from touching her. This made it even more difficult for me to control my anger, so I started avoiding her to avoid losing control. However, I would always end my day with her by the river. That moment was th
Last Updated : 2023-07-15Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 19
Raya's POV "I've missed being able to hug you without it causing pain," Garret expressed as he held me tightly, his head resting atop mine. "Seems like I wasn't the only one." "You're lucky I'm in such a good mood right now, or I would have given you a smack," I retorted. He chuckled at my response before continuing, "Trust me, I can tell you're more than just happy. You're turned the fuck on." A blush spread across my face at his comment, and I couldn't help but slap his chest, frustrated that he could sense my emotions so easily. "Am not," I lied, only to have him chuckle and lean down to whisper in my ear. "Then why are your nipples so hard?" I felt a mix of embarrassment and arousal flood through me. "Shut up, no they're not," I protested, attempting to shield them with my arms. However, Garret held me firmly against him, refusing to let me hide. "They totally are, but I'll make sure they're concealed until they're back to normal. Can't have these wolves ogling you like th
Last Updated : 2023-07-16Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 20
Dane’s POV "You can't let them take her!" I snapped at Cruz, who seemed to be actually considering their offer. "You were the one who told her she was not allowed to leave!" "They offered us the best silver armor for our whole pack. I'd be an idiot not to consider it," he snapped back. "I'm your Alpha, not your friend right now. Don't get it confused, Dane. Don't question my decisions, or else," he growled, but I wasn't having it. In the past, I would have listened, not because he intimidated me, but because I respected him enough to follow him. Lately, however, I had been losing that respect, which meant I would not tuck my tail and blindly obey. "You can't let that Alpha be her mate. You said it yourself, whoever mates with her will be stronger for it as she is Goddess blessed. Is that really what you want? For the Alpha of the Silvercrest Pack to be stronger than us?" I argued, trying to make him see that allowing this to happen would be a mistake. "I know that. That's the only
Last Updated : 2023-07-16Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 21
Raya's POV His question was one I was not expecting. Certainly I had hoped for it, but with Garret's words in my mind I was weary. Could I live with the fact that perhaps one day Dane would leave me for his true mate if he ever found her? As Garret's words echoed in my mind, thoughts of Orion and Selene's legendary love also flooded my thoughts. They had only one precious year together, but they made every moment count. Their love was profound and everlasting, and I couldn't help but wonder if Dane and I could have the same kind of love. Perhaps we could seize the time we have together and create something extraordinary. Who knows? Maybe his true mate will never appear. Is it wrong of me to think that? To wish that? "Do you really want me as your chosen mate?" I asked, needing to confirm what I had heard. "Yes, Raya. I want you, and only you. I've never felt such a strong connection, such an irresistible pull towards a woman before. You are what I desire for most," he responded,
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Raya’s POV A heavy gush of hair left my lungs as my sweet child kicked me under the ribs once more. There was barely any room for him inside me now, and I still had another two weeks to go. Training has become increasingly hard, as being pregnant has somehow tripled my powers. I guess my body wants to protect our child just as much as my heart. “What have I told you about kicking your mother?” Dane jokingly scolded our child as he pointed to my stomach, as if he could understand. I laughed, loving every moment of seeing him be a dad. Dane has spoiled me rotten, never leaving my side, carrying me everywhere, bringing me everything. I couldn’t ask for a better king– for a better mate. In this world he is more than just a husband. He is part of my soul– my literal other half. “I’m ready for him to come out, but also not. I really feel like I have no idea what I am doing. What if I mess it all up? What if I can’t control my goddess magic while in labor?” These worries have been eatin
Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 86
Raya’s POV Holding Dane’s hand, I dragged him out of the orgy that had apparently started and gave chase to Nessa. I wanted to know who it was that was mated to a woman like her. Who would be strong enough to handle her? She was fast as she ran through the field and into the castle. She paused at the center first floor with her nose in the air as she scented out her mate. When she caught the strong smell once more, she headed up the stairs. I began to realize where we were headed as she turned right at the corridor and then another left. When we reached his room, it suddenly made sense. I had seen that faint white line when they had first met, after all. I just didn’t realize what it was, and neither had they. She busted that door open without a care, entering without asking. Blake’s eyes bulged out of his head as he stared at a crazy looking Nessa. Her eyes were fiercely on him, like a cat in heat ready to pounce. She was not going to be taking no as an answer, so I really hope Bla
Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 85
Raya’s POV I found Grandpa with Blake, messing with things in his room. It was almost as if we had two official wizard’s instead of just one. I realized with the curse gone, and Elliot dead, would Blake want to return to his old pack. That would be something I would leave up to him. Of course, I would miss him if he chose to leave, but I would also understand. Especially with Dad coming back, we would have 3 wizards in this pack, and somehow that feels against the rules. If there even are any for that. “I need to talk to you,” I told him as I approached him, giving him a hug before I continued. With everything going on, I had yet to tell him the news about Dad. I was giddy with excitement, ready to just blurt it out. “You’ve got my attention, pumpkin.” “I had a meeting this morning with a group of gods called the Gilded Enforcers.” “The Gilded Enforcers?!” Grandpa’s eyes shot wide, seeming to know exactly who I was talking about. “Are you okay? Are you being punished? What hap
Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 84
Raya’s POVI watched as Amaya tried to process everything that had just been told to her. She took a step back as she does when she needs a second longer to think. Her eyes scanned over Hunter cautiously, taking in every little feature. She was studying him, studying her mate. Finally, after about 5 minutes, she walked towards Hunter. I watched as my poor new friend stood against my oldest friend. He was scared. I could feel it from where I stood. “You’re a wizard?” Her tone was laced with deep disbelief, even though I had confirmed his story. Amaya wasn’t quick to trust, especially not someone she previously disliked. “I am.” Hunter nodded, his posture slouching slightly under her gaze. She was tearing this poor new Alpha down in a matter of seconds as she circled him, almost as if she were appraising me. “Show me,” she demanded, holding her chin as she continued to analyze him. “I don’t really know how without hurting something.” “Come with me.” Amaya grabbed his hand, causing
Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 83
Hunter’s POVI tried to find Amaya last night, to tell her who I was to her. I knew witches didn’t have mates, at least not normally. Most chose a wizard to be with so that their children could still have magic. In rare instances a wolf would be mated to a witch, but in most of those cases, the witch would reject them, not wanting to lose the magic they could pass down to their children. I could understand that, but this would be different. I am not only a werewolf but a wizard, and as such, Amaya and I could have children that would still be able to have magic. She wouldn’t have to give anything up to be with me, at least nothing except the Lunaris Pack.My heart clenched at the thought of her rejecting me. I knew she hated the Eclipse Moon Pack with a passion. Without her feeling the mate bon
Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 82
Raya’s POVI awoke to the sound of a light humming. It called to me like a siren in the night, leading me in a trance down the hall and away from my sleeping mate. Standing in front of a room with a black door speckled in white, I slowly opened the door, unsure of what I would find. There stood three large figures in gold, each one with their own intimidating presence. Their eerie eyes scanned over me as if I were nothing more than an ant in their wake. In front of them stood my mother alongside my father. I knew not who these large figures were, but I knew they were important.“Come inside, daughter of Selene. Your presence is required for us to proceed,” the man in the middle spoke. He was taller than the other two by a few inches. His gold skin shone as if he were painted in golden glitter. His hair was no different, spar
Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 81
Dane’s POVThe fight that felt like it had taken days to finish, was finally over. Raya was safe and in my arms once more as we stared out onto the bloody field. I knew we had a lot to clean up, but for just a minute I was able to hold Raya close. The effects of the necklace that Blake had gifted me before the fight were starting to wear off, causing me to feel the insane need to be wrapped around my mate. She stared out at all the deceased, feeling their deaths deep in her soul. I knew it was affecting her greatly, especially Barrett’s.“Elliot is dead,” she whispered to me, revealing she wasn’t just hurting for Barrett. “We need to find Cruz, he’s hurt.”With just those words the need to consume her vanished, replaced by worry for the man I call my brother. We
Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 80
Ch. 80Hunter’s POVI reached for Amaya, feeling myself be whisked away, but not wanting to leave her. My heart ached, wanting to tell her who she was to me. It was obvious she had no idea. I honestly wasn’t sure if witches had mates, or how any of that worked. Having just had so much of myself revealed to me, I wondered if she would accept a freak such as myself. The need to yell at Blake for taking me away from my mate was strong, only when we landed and my eyes fell on Elliot did that need stop.“Fuck me,” Blake said, letting out a breath of despair as he kneeled beside Elliot.I had never seen him so hurt before, not in all my life. Memories of us playing together, fighting one another, and growing strong alongside each other
Moonlit Rivalry: Raya's Heart Ch. 79
Raya’s POVWe were whisked away into the galaxy as stars flitted about all around me. It was the most beautiful sight, but as I got closer to them, I realized they weren’t just stars. Each one had a name and they belonged to a witch or wizard, while others belonged to wolves. The stars were the magic that made every supernatural possible. They were the magic that wizards and witches yielded. The magic that helped werewolves shift. The magic that kept vampires alive. One in particular, a giant red star, called to me. I knew it to be mine as I approached its flickering light.“I thought you might be able to feel them all, but I wasn’t sure,” Dad said with a proud smile on his face. “This one is yours, go ahead and touch it.”My hands shook with nerves, unsure of what was about to happen
