Author's PovIn the distant past, a fierce war raged among several wolf packs, each competing for the title of the strongest. Among them, the Red Moon pack stood proudly as one of the top three contenders. Their territory was vast, and their leader, King Luther I, was a wise and noble alpha. The pack prospered under his rule, living in harmony with the land and each other. Yet, as history often tells, even the mightiest empires can crumble, and The Red Moon was no exception. Their strength was put to the ultimate test when they were unexpectedly ambushed by a rival pack, fueled by envy and greed to be the best back, and launched a vicious attack on The Redmoon Pack.The enemy's merciless broke through the fortified defenses, and flames engulfed the majestic palace, turning it into a blazing inferno. Chaos reigned as the Red Moon wolves fought desperately to protect their home and their beloved alpha.Amidst the chaos, King Luther I had but one thought - to safeguard his precious famil
Drake Slowly, I push the door open and step inside. My gaze immediately falls on the hospital bed where Zelda, my mate, lies. My voice quivers with emotion as I whisper, "Zelda?"Zelda turns her head slowly, her eyes locking onto my face. Recognition dawns in her eyes, and a faint smile tugs at her lips. Her voice is weak but filled with relief as she spoke. "Drake... is that you?"I rushed to her bedside, taking her hand gently. "Yes, Zelda, it's me. You're awake. You're really awake, I thought they were lying to me, but you're actually awake.""I woke up a day ago. Mother said you did want to come because you think it was your fault we got hurt.""Yes, it was. If we didn't fight, I would've been there to protect you guys," I said "From a bomb? You couldn't have known Drake, so it's not your fault, " Zelda said as she took my hands in hers, "Drake, look at me, it's not your fault. ""Okay," I simply said as I placed a kiss on her temple "Thank you for coming to help us.""I will
ZeldaThe room fell into a heavy silence as I unveiled the potential motive behind Jake's desire to betray his own father. My mother's face was contorted with a mixture of shock and disgust. "Wow," she murmured."Yes," I began, my voice steady as I recounted what Jake had confided in me. "He's been subject to his father's abuse ever since his mother passed away." Memories of the day Jake had opened up to me flooded my mind, and a sense of nausea washed over me as I recalled the painful details.My mother's response was laced with a touch of bitterness. "I can't say I'm surprised. The way people already hate that man, if this gets out, I doubt they'd want him as their Alpha again.""First we would have to get Jake's permission first, then with the new information on Drake's brother and the attempted murder case, we should be able to bring down Alpha Lucas and he might either get a death sentence of life in prison" I explained as my gaze moved to Drake who looked lost in thought, "D
DrakeAfter Alpha Lucas was apprehended, it didn't take long until his trial date was set. The four of us worked tirelessly to ensure the evidence against him was solid, leaving no room for his lawyer to mount a defence.I entered the dimly lit chamber where the pack's elders had gathered, the weight of the situation settling heavily on my shoulders. Tension hung in the air as I, Drake, prepared to testify against Alpha Lucas for his heinous crimes against the pack.Alpha Lucas stood at the centre of the room, his eyes cold and calculating. Jake, his son, stood beside Zelda and her mother, his muscles tense, his expression devoid of emotions as he stared at his father. Zelda and her mother both looked like they wanted to tear him apart for the pain he had caused them.I cleared my throat and began my testimony. "Elders, I stand before you to recount the crimes that have been committed against our pack. Alpha Lucas has been selling wolf blood to outsiders, compromising our secrecy and
Lucas As the cold steel of the handcuffs tightened around my wrists, I knew I was in trouble. The authorities had finally caught up to me, and I was being transported to the maximum-security prison, a place I never thought I'd end up. The dark, grimy van rumbled along the desolate road, my heart pounding in my chest.I glanced around at enforcers who were tasked to take me to the prison unharmed, I couldn't help but feel angry that those idiots were the one who got me caught and my son was with them, that ungrateful child, after everything I did for him, he decided to betray me because I hit him a few times, how sad.Did he think running a pack was that easy? Every crime I committed was for the benefit of the pack, so who are they to judge me, I thought to myself as we hit a bump and the van rattled like it was going to break into pieces.As the van continued down the dark road, I whispered to myself, "To think I would be caught like this." Then the next thing I knew, one of the enf
Drake The air was tense, and the room buzzed with hushed conversations among the personnel. Something was wrong, terribly wrong. I could sense it in the frantic energy that hung in the air.I approached the head of the royal guard. He was hunched over a monitor, his fingers flying across the keyboard. His face was etched with worry, and he barely looked up when I arrived."Carter, what's going on?" I asked, my voice firm as he immediately looked up, almost falling out of his chair as he tried to greet me"Your Majesty," he bowed as he made way for me to sit"You haven't answered my question. What is going on? Why is this place in chaos?" I asked.He finally tore his eyes away from the screen to meet mine, and his expression told me everything I needed to know. I was right. Something was definitely wrong."I don't have all day," I snapped as a growl left my lips, causing him to flinch back in fear"Your Majesty, new on Alpha Lucas came in this morning," he said, his voice trembling, "
DrakeAs I tightened my grip on the steering wheel, my heart pounded in my chest. The rain splattered against the windshield, and I could feel the tension in the car growing with each passing second. In the backseat, Zelda, Madeline, and Jake exchanged anxious glances, their faces reflecting the uncertainty of our situation. We were all on edge, hoping that the safe house would provide the safety we so desperately needed while the search for Alpha Lucas was still going on."Are you guys okay back there?" I asked as Zelda was about to answer there was a loud blast before smoke covered the air. My gut told me something terrible was going to happen as pure adrenaline surged through my veins as fear gripped my heart. My hands gripped the steering wheel with white-knuckled intensity, and my racing thoughts screamed for safety. "Hold on!" I yelled, my voice trembling with a mix of panic and determination. The shattered windshield left me vulnerable to the dangers outside but I didn't care.
Lucas As I stood there, gazing out of the floor-to-ceiling windows in the penthouse I was currently being held in, the neon lights of the cityscape below seemed to twinkle like stars in the night sky. But despite the beauty outside, I couldn't help but think about the storm of emotions swirling within me.Suddenly, my phone buzzed on the glass table nearby, and I walked over to pick it up. Recognizing the phone number, I immediately picked it up. The mission must have gone well if they're calling me by this time, which means if Drake and his companions are dead, I can roam the streets as a free man."Alpha Lucas," her voice crackled through the other side of the phone, "we have a situation."Okay, judging from her tone, something was definitely wrong. I clenched my jaw, knowing that when Vega used those words, it was never good news. "What's happened?" I asked as a frown formed on my face as i stared at the mirror in front of me"Drake and his companions," she said, her tone heavy w
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