ZeldaThe morning light streamed through the window, shining directly into my eyes. I groaned, using my hands to cover my face, trying to shield my eyes from the glare. Slowly, I opened my eyes, blinking against the harsh light. My head was throbbing, my body heavy with fatigue. I tried to sit up, but it was a struggle. Every muscle in my body protested, screaming for more sleep. But I knew I had to get up, to face the day ahead.I turned to the other side of the bed, expecting to see Drake there. But to my disappointment, he was nowhere to be found. I knew that I had been hoping he would sleep beside me.But to my disappointment he did not, but I also didn't want to overstep my boundaries by inviting him over to sleep.I laid there, torn between wanting to make him happy and respecting his space. I wondered if I had made the right decision, if I was just hurting myself.Just then, a maid entered the room. “Good morning, my lady,” she said, bowing her head in greeting.I gave her a
ZeldaAll eyes were on me, waiting for me to respond.I couldn't bring myself to raise my head, to meet their gaze. I fixed my eyes on my sweaty palms, the clamminess and physical manifestation of my anxiety.I took a deep breath, trying to calm my racing heart. I knew I had to say something, but the words were caught in my throat. I had to find a way to speak, to give them the answer they were looking for.With all the courage I could muster, I finally spoke.“I don't have a wolf,” I said, my voice trembling. A collective gasp echoed through the room, the sound piercing the silence. For a moment, no one spoke, the silence heavy and suffocating. I could feel their shock, their confusion, their disappointment.But I had to keep going and had to explain myself.“What do you mean by that? You mean you can't shift?” another elder asked, his voice sharp.I nodded, my heart pounding in my chest. “Yes, I can't shift into my wolf. I've never changed,” I said, my words clipped and firm.
Drake“Zelda, wait!” I screamed, but she didn't listen. She kept running, heading away from the council, and away from me. I felt my heart break, the pain was almost too much to bear. I had never felt so alone, so lost and powerless. My mate, my only ally, was gone. And I had no idea where she was going, or if I would ever see her again. All I could do was stand there, my body shaking, my eyes filled with tears.I knew that I couldn't cry in front of the Elders. It doesn't befit me as the king. It would only prove them right and they might think that I have become weak." I can't be seen as weak. I cannot afford that. Not as an Alpha, not as the leader of my pack.I sat down, my teeth clenched, my eyes glowing with anger, my hands trembling.I tried to control my emotions, to keep them in check. But inside, I was a storm of rage and despair. I wanted to howl, to let out my anguish and pain.“How dare you speak to my Luna like that!” I screamed, my voice echoing off the walls. “Don
JakeI woke up with a yawn and a stretch, my limbs aching with fatigue. My eyes were heavy, and I felt as though I could fall back asleep instantly. But I forced myself to sit up, my body protesting every movement. I felt the sleep still weighing on my mind, clouding my thoughts. I knew I needed to get moving, to start my day, but it was difficult to find the motivation.So I took a deep breath and tried to focus on the tasks ahead of me.Being an Alpha was not as easy as I had anticipated. There were so many responsibilities, so many people relying on me. I had less time for myself, less time to just be me. I was trying to prove to the elders that I was nothing like my father, that I was my own person. But it was hard, and I often felt like I was failing. I had to be strong, and had to be the leader that my pack needed. But it was exhausting, and I sometimes wondered if it was all worth it.But eventually, I knew this was what I was born for. This was my destiny, my calling. So
Jake“You do not deserve to be your father's son,” Cindy said, her voice dripping with disdain. I felt my blood boil, my face flushing with anger. I wanted to slap her, to make her feel the pain that her words had caused. But I knew that wouldn't solve anything. It would only make things worse. So I took a deep breath, trying to keep my temper under control.“Cindy, that's not fair,” I said, my voice tight. “You don't know anything about me or my father.”“Oh, please,” she said, her laugh full of derision. “You think you know us so well? You think you're so much better than me?” I said to her as I met her gaze, refusing to back down.“I have done what I've done for a reason,” I said, my voice cool and confident. “And I'm not going to apologize for it.” “You should be ashamed of yourself,” she said, her eyes flashing with anger. I held her gaze, unyielding.“Why should I be ashamed of doing the right thing?” I asked, my voice firm. “Do you think what you did was the right thing? I
ZeldaA maid walked into the room, and Drake broke away from the kiss, his eyes wide. The maid looked down at the floor, her face flushed with embarrassment.“I'm sorry to interrupt,” she said, her voice quiet. “But there's something you need to see.”Drake turned to the maid, his expression serious.” What is it?” he asked, his tone sharp. “Your attention is needed, my Alpha,” the maid said, her voice shaky. Drake's brows furrowed, concern etched on his face.“I will be right back,” he whispered to me, his breath warm against my ear. And then he was gone, following the maid out of the room. I was left alone with my thoughts, and I couldn't help but wonder what was going on. I tried to push my worries aside, but they kept nagging at me.The tension in the air was palpable, and I couldn't shake the feeling that something was very wrong. I knew I wouldn't be able to relax until I knew what was happening.I knew that some people would have a problem with me not having a wolf. But I ne
ZeldaDid Drake just kiss me?Well, he just did and then, without thinking, I did the one thing that seemed right. I kissed him back, our lips meeting in a rush of passion. We fought for dominance, our bodies pressed against each other. I lost myself at the moment, forgetting everything else.“Drake…..” I breathed deeply as his hands began to roam over my Cinderella gown. He starts to untie my dress, which clung to my heated body.In one swift breath, he kissed me again as my dress started to slide down from my body and down to my ankles and feet.He held my face firmly in one hand as he gave me a soft kiss less, and he used his other hand to slowly unbutton and bring down my trousers.The coolness of our room ignited my body as his fingers dragged along my pelvis and my upper thighs. I start to moan and toss my arms around his neck.He unclasps my bra, letting my boobs, and I let out a gasp.I felt a wave of shyness wash over me. I had never been in this situation before, and I didn'
DrakeI was about to slide my pants down when we heard a knock at the door, I let out a groan, and Zelda laughed.“Oh, come on, we've got to answer it,” she said, giving me a gentle nudge.I sighed and stood up, grumbling under my breath as Zelda covered herself with blankets.When I opened the door, my anger immediately dissipated as I took in the sight before me. A guard stood on my doorstep, his face contorted with worry. His brow was furrowed, and his eyes were wide with concern.He looked at me with a pleading expression, and my heart sank. Something was clearly wrong, and I knew it must be serious. My mind raced as I tried to figure out what could be the matter. I was completely perplexed, unsure of what to do next.The guard stood there, his eyes full of pain. I waited for him to speak, but he seemed unable to find the words.“What is it?” I asked, my voice quivering. “Someone attacked the border,” he finally said, his voice shaking.I felt my heart sink into my stomach. This
DrakeThree years later.I stood at the grave, my hands clutching the flowers I had brought. My kids stood beside me, their eyes fixed on the stone before them. I took a deep breath, clearing my throat. “Owen looks exactly like you,” I said, my voice quivering. “I know you're not here, but occasionally I believe you are.” I paused, my eyes hard as I looked at my kids. “He's as strong as you are. He's selfless, just like you. You would have loved him.” The words hung in the air, heavy with emotion.“Sometimes it's difficult to believe that you're not here with us, that I won't ever hear your voice again or feel your touch. Sometimes I think it's all a nightmare, that I'll wake up and everything will be like it was before. But I never do. The truth is, life without you is hard. I find it hard to trust anyone, to open up to anyone. “My kids ran off, giggling as they chased each other through the grass. I got up to follow them, making sure they didn't go too far. As I walked over to whe
ZeldaNine Months Later.I looked in the mirror, my eyes drawn to the slight bulge in my belly. I placed my hand on my stomach, feeling the life within. It was a strange sensation, one that filled me with both joy and fear. I was growing, my body changing, my life changing. But I was still me, still whole. And that was all that mattered to me. I traced my fingers over my cheeks, feeling the slight swelling of my nose. Drake said I looked beautiful, but I couldn't see it. All I saw was a monster. But he loved me anyway.He still wasn't happy that I was keeping the pregnancy, but I knew in my heart that this was the right decision. I wanted to have this child, to give Drake the heir he deserved. He might not have needed it, but the pack did. I took a deep breath, steeling myself for the challenge ahead. I could do this. I could be strong for both myself and my child. I placed my hand on my stomach again, feeling the flutter of new life within. And I smiled.The door to my room burst o
ZeldaI couldn't tell how long I'd been unconscious, but when I opened my eyes, my head was pounding. I struggled to sit up, but someone helped me, supporting my weight. I looked up, and my heart sank. It was Drake. His expression was unreadable, and I was unable to remember the last time he had smiled. “Where's my family?” I asked, my voice breaking. I was afraid of the answer. “The doctor had asked that we give you some space,” he said. I nodded, my mind racing. He was staring at me with a strange look in his eyes, and I knew something was wrong. “What is it?” I asked, my heart in my throat. “Nothing,” he said, his voice monotone. I knew he was lying. We'd known each other for too long. He knew I could see right through him. I waited, the silence weighing on me like a heavy blanket. “Just tell me,” I said, my voice shaking. He let out a long sigh. “You're pregnant,” he said, his voice low and serious. My jaw dropped, and I looked down at my stomach. “I thought about what the
ZeldaI heard footsteps approaching, and my heart leapt into my throat. A guard appeared, a limp body slung over his shoulder. He dropped the body on the floor, and I held my breath, dreading what I would see. The guard stood back, his face pale. “He's dead,” he said, his voice flat. I forced myself to take a step forward, my knees shaking. I knelt beside the body, my hands trembling as I reached out to touch it. I pulled back the blood-stained cloak, revealing the face of Jake.“Jake, the Fierce,” I whispered, my voice barely audible. “Don't do this. You can't leave like this.” I reached out to touch his cold cheek, my hands shaking. I looked down at him, my heartbreaking as I took in his broken body. “Please… please don't go.” I cradled his body in my arms, my tears falling like rain.My mother rushed to my side, her arms wrapping around me. “Shh, my dear. Be strong,” she murmured. Drake stood in front of me, his eyes hard and unyielding. His arms were crossed behind his back, hi
ZeldaI felt Jake's hand slip from my grasp, and I heard a sickening thud as he hit the rocks below. I wanted to believe he was still alive, but I knew it was a futile hope. I sank to my knees, my eyes fixated on the jagged cliff that loomed before me. “Jake! Jake! Jake!” I heard Drake’s voice as he called out, but the only response was the echo of his own voice. Desperately, Drake yelled again, his voice hoarse and cracking. But there was no reply, only a heavy silence. I turned to Drake, his expression unreadable. “Let's go,” he said quietly, his voice heavy with grief. “No!” I cried, shaking my head. “We have to find him! We have to save him!” I could feel the tears welling up in my eyes, but I refused to let them fall. I couldn't accept that he was gone. Drake took my face in his hands, his eyes filled with sadness. “He's dead, Zelda,” he said softly, his voice cracking. “I'm so sorry.” I shook my head, refusing to accept that Jake was gone, and then I freed myself from hi
Zelda“Help!” I screamed, my voice hoarse with fear. My claws were digging into the wall, my muscles straining as I fought to stay in place. But I could feel myself slipping, and I knew I couldn't hold on much longer. My eyes darted to the ground below, my heart racing as I thought of the fate that awaited me if I fell. I heard the guards. Drake and Jake were shouting, but I was unable to make out what they were saying. I closed my eyes, my mind spinning as I tried to find a way out of this.I howled in desperation, the sound tearing from my throat. “Zelda!” I heard Drake call, his voice echoing through the cavernous space. I opened my eyes, straining to see him through the darkness. He was standing on the edge of the cliff, his arms outstretched toward me. But it was no use. I was too far away, the space between us was too great. “I can't reach you, Drake,” I cried, my voice cracking. He took a step closer, his eyes pleading. “Just try, Zelda,” he said, his voice shaking.I strugg
ZeldaDesperate, I reached out with my mind, trying to connect with Drake. To my relief, I felt him there, his mind close and receptive. I tried to send him to our location, hoping he could understand my message. Suddenly, I felt his presence grow stronger. He was coming, and he was coming fast. I sent him another message, pleading with him to hurry. He responded, his mind filled with a sense of urgency and determination.Cindy's wolf was impossibly fast, making it difficult for me to shift into my wolf form. I heard a loud growl in the distance, and my heart leapt. I knew that growl, that deep, angry sound. It was Drake, coming to save me. I just had to hold on until he got here. But I could feel my strength waning, and I knew I wouldn't last much longer. I had to find a way to keep myself safe, and quickly.Suddenly, Cindy's wolf stopped, her ears perked up and her body tensed. I could tell she had heard Drake, too. She turned to face him, her tail low and her eyes blazing with hat
ZeldaThe cold water stung my face, jolting me into consciousness. I squinted against the bright light, my eyes taking a moment to adjust. I could feel my wrists and ankles bound, my body aching with the strain of being tied up. My head pounded, a dull ache spreading from the base of my skull. As I took stock of my surroundings, I noticed that I was in a small stone room, the only light coming from a small window high above my head. The room was bare, save for a single wooden chair in the corner.The last thing I remembered was a sudden, blinding pain as something hit me on the head. Now, here I was, tied up and at the mercy of Cindy, a woman who had always been a pest in my life.“Why are you doing this?” I asked, my voice cracking with fear. Cindy's smirk only widened, her dark eyes glittering with malice. “Oh, you know what you did,” she said, her voice dripping with venom. I tried to think of what I could have done to make her so angry, but my mind was blank.“We were friends, C
Zelda“My lady,” a voice called from behind me, making me jump. I turned around to see a maid standing there, her gaze fixed firmly on the floor. “Your room is ready,” she said, her tone deferential. “How many miles is it from here to Cindy's grandmother's house?” I asked, my voice betraying my anxiety. The maid hesitated, then said, “I do not know, my lady.” I felt a wave of frustration, but I bit my tongue. “Thank you,” I said, my tone cool.I pulled the curtains closed, blocking out the moonlight. With a weary sigh, I let my shoulders slump. “My lady,” the maid said, “I hope you find the room to your liking.” I nodded my thanks, too tired to speak. She left me alone, and I entered the room, closing the door behind me. I sank onto the bed, its softness enveloping me. The silence was broken only by the ticking of the clock on the wall. I felt a wave of exhaustion wash over me, and I closed my eyes, my thoughts swirling.I felt my blood boil as I thought of what that woman had d