Zane’s Point Of View In the past, I had gone through heartbreak and also watched friends drown their sorrows in alcohol after similar experiences. However, this time was different; it felt as if my soul had been torn from my body. The pain was almost unbearable, a relentless ache that gnawed at my very core. The memories of Becca were spinning in my head like a never-ending reel, each one more vivid and heart-warming than the last. I go through life mechanically, devoid of emotion, I’m like a hollow shell of my former self. After that passionate night with Becca, my feelings for her only grew stronger. Every touch, every kiss, every whispered word of love had imprinted itself on my soul. The intensity of our connection was something I had never experienced before, and it left me yearning for more. For sure, a life without her wasn’t possible for me, and thankfully, she loved me too.
I didn't know why I felt like I could trust this stranger.But there was something extraordinary about him; he radiated honesty and sincerity. His presence was calming, almost magnetic, drawing me in without effort. He sat next to me and ordered a juice as well.“Are you from the area?” I asked him, curiosity evident in my tone.He nodded."Park Slope," he replied. His voice was steady, exuding confidence. His appearance showed that he was by no means poor. His tailored suit, polished shoes, and the gleam of a luxury watch on his wrist hinted at a life of success and sophistication. There was an authority and power emanating from him, he could easily have been the governor of this state. His demeanor was composed, yet there was an underlying intensity in his gaze that made you feel he could command a room effortlessly.“Your joy at your forthcoming fatherhood is infectious. And that you noticed it on your fiancée is really exceptional. We men are often so ignorant in that regard,” he
Johnston’s Point Of ViewThere's no way my mate could live in this packhouse while the Luna was present.That's a fact!After observing Marelva and Becca since we left Park Slope, I concluded that neither made any effort to be polite to each other. Initially, Becca ignored Marelva's provocations but retaliated strongly when my mate confronted her publicly. Such behavior was unbecoming of a Luna, who should foster peace and trust among those around her.In contrast, Becca made a sincere effort to befriend Elise, the Delta female. That came as no surprise, Elise was genuinely kind and very easygoing. Unlike Marelva, she was more approachable and less inclined towards conflicts. Nevertheless, Becca needed to maintain her position as the Alpha's Luna by at least being polite to my mate.Perhaps it was for the best if she left the pack. She loved someone else and even carried his pup, while Alex considers her more as a valuable asset and had no love for her. He went to grea
We were now sitting in the dining room. Lunch was ready to be served at any time.Beta Arthus had left.A strange fellow if you asked me. He clearly belonged to a stable pack, was a dominant personality, and from the conversations I had with him, it appeared that he was very intelligent. This intelligence amazed me, considering he’d lost his way to his destination.That didn’t add up, but all the evidence was there. The mechanic reported his GPS was indeed dysfunctional, and there was also an envelope with the Alpha decal that read 'top secret' in the backseat of his car.I also looked in the archives. According to the documentation, his pack, Shadow Moon, never had any kind of argument of confrontation with Paxton. In addition, the distance between the packs was too big to suspect he was spying for an enemy attack or the like. We just had nothing to suspect him of, so we had no other choice but to take his statement as truth. But I still found his brief visit suspiciou
The Council of Werewolves was about to meet.In the first instance, the board had to make a judgment about the case presented and how to implement the decision further. It was an eight-member setting, all appointed by the King of the Werewolves in Canada.Board members received the written report and evidence in advance from Council President Alpha King Jerney de Norway. The gathering was witnessed by delegates from the most influential packs. At the start, groups had formed, discussing the matter among each other. The Alphas were of different ages and backgrounds, a deliberately balanced composition from the Kingdom.When the President of the board, Alpha King Jerney, entered, everyone walked to their designated seats. After greeting each attendee, he sat at the grand table in front and started flipping through his documents.“Gentlemen, this special meeting is arranged to discuss a specific case,” he started. “The alleged victim told me her story herself, without her knowing my posi
Alpha King Jerney’s Point of ViewThe Council's position was quite fair.The Beta’s investigation was incognito but now the Council would hear Becca and Alpha Alex in a public hearing. Their statements would be recorded again. However, the evidence Beta Arthus brought in was so overwhelming that whatever Alpha Alex planned to bring as his defense, he stood with his back against the wall.This case would establish a new legal precedent for werewolf mating.If Becca prevails, it will affirm what is already customary within the pack. For sure Alpha Alex’s attempt to exploit loopholes in the law would meet with disapproval of the Board. The Council was known for its strict adherence to justice and equity, and any previous attempts to manipulate or bend the rules were met with harsh consequences. This ruling would not only impact Paxton pack but would resonate across all werewolf communities, setting a standard for how mates should be treated and respected.After a ruling in her favor, mal
Elyon’s Point of ViewA notification came in on my phone that was in the back pocket of my pants. At the moment, I was lying on a lounger next to the pool in Paxton. Becca didn't show up today again; she was doing really badly for a Luna. There was no sign of the Luna's expected kindness to her guests, which was not really surprising.I knew she couldn't handle Johnston's mate, and Xena was her nemesis. Lance left this morning with his mate; he didn't want to be away from home too long now that his wife needed a lot of rest. A pity, because Elise and Becca were best friends.Alex and I were now watching Xena and Marelva playing in the pool. Johnston was on an inspection round and could be back any minute. That poor man. He barely managed to save his life yesterday afternoon. I still didn't quite understand what happened in Alex's office; both refused to tell the story.I was on my way to my apartment when I heard the noise coming from the pack.Frightened, I ordered Xen
Alerted by the panic in my voice, Alex leapt from his lounger.“Alpha Elyon, what's going on?” he growled, annoyed. I stood up too, staring at my phone.“I just got a hint from an Alpha friend that the Council will soon be investigating your relationship with Becca. There are suspicions that you are holding her here against her will.”His mouth dropped open, his eyes almost popped out of their sockets. “The Council? Who filed a complaint against me then?” he groaned more to himself. After some thought, his face twisted in anger.“Johnston! He was very friendly with Becca at first and yesterday he advised me to let her go. Because his mate cannot live with Becca in a packhouse, the women hate each other. So, he wanted to sacrifice the Luna to have his mate here,” he stated furiously. Aaahhh, so that was it all about!“But he's your Beta! I don't think he's betraying you. He faithfully brought Becca back here when he found her in Park Slope. No, it couldn't have been Johnston who put th
'Becca, wake up!'Groggily I raised my head and glanced around. The early morning darkness still enveloped the world outside the window, while Alex lay fast asleep beside me.'Becca, it's time. The pup is on the way. Wake Alex to take you to the hospital.'I realized it was my wolf, Era, speaking to me. She was right; I even felt a slight spasm in my back."Alex, wake up! The pup is coming. We need to get to the hospital immediately."I gave his arm a firm shake. Although Alex was usually a deep sleeper, he seemed ready this time since he knew I was about to give birth. He leapt out of bed immediately."Is it time already, Becca? Are you feeling any pain?" he asked with concern in his voice while reaching for his phone. With shaky fingers, he sent a message to the pilot and midwife as per their plan. Then, turning back to me, he wrapped me in his arms and gently caressed my back."Don't worry, baby. I'm here," he whispered worriedly. "Everything will be okay, the hospital is ready to
Becca’s Point of ViewI put all my effort into suppressing the growing resentment I felt towards Alex.At this point in my pregnancy, such negativity wouldn't benefit our little one; it was important for me to remain balanced.The Alpha appeared to be completely different.The cruel edges of his personality seemed gentler now, as he attempted to get me used to his constant closeness. Throughout the day, he engaged me in a variety of conversations about world politics and climate change, making it increasingly evident how much our opinions diverged.The midwife had just entered the house, carrying a few bottles of freshly squeezed juice with her. She was a warm and welcoming woman from the island, always reassuring me that everything would go smoothly with my upcoming delivery."Madam, I'm back! Look what I found," she said with a contented grin while holding two bottles up in the air."Thanks, Dorian," I said gratefully. "You and Alex always ensure I've got enough vitamins. With this
“Johnston, Clea. You know that conspiracy against the Alpha is sentenced with the death penalty. You can be classified as traitors. I can have you both executed at once. Unreliable wolves, especially high ranks, are a great danger to the pack.”Alpha Alex's voice resonated menacingly through the mind link, sending a chill down their spines. The two sat in the Alpha's study, exchanging anxious glances.“We are definitely not traitors. We planned to take her to Paxton, as you mentioned earlier. In addition, the Council is a legal body and as high-ranking wolves, we are obliged to comply with orders. Nothing we did was illegal or jeopardizing the pack,” Johnston countered, his voice steady.Alex let out an incredulous snort. "Do you think I’m a fool? I know deceit when I see it. You conspired behind my back, and now you're trying to justify it. Traitors deserve nothing but the harshest punishment."The tension between the three parties vibrated through the mind link. If they were close,
Zane’s Point of ViewWhere are they?!I'm going crazy here. Becca disappeared and even I didn't know where to look for her. I waited for her as we agreed. Maybe I was just freaking out while she was trying to figure out a way to get rid of that mate and his pack for good. But it's important to me that she and our baby are safe.I didn't want her to go to any lengths just to have me there when she gave birth. I really would like to be the one to help my child come into this world, but the health and safety of both are my highest priority. We could always have more babies for me to be part of the delivery. In all my misery, I grabbed my phone and called Jerney.“Jerney, my wife and child are gone. Not in Moon Shine nor Paxton anymore. What should I do now? How do I know if they are safe? Becca is about to give birth. Ooohhh man!” My voice slid to the desperate.“Zane, please hold tight. I'm sure Becca is keeping an eye on her child's safety. Take care of yourself, because Becca is count
Johnston’s Point of ViewWe had been waiting for hours at the roadside safety strip where we had planned to meet Jonas and Becca. When I tried calling Jonas, his phone was out of range. Concerned, I turned to Elisa."Do you think they're still coming? They're really late, and Jonas's number isn't reachable. Do you think Elyon might have caught them?" Elisa looked worried too, I could tell by the repeated frowning on her face."We need to inform her parents immediately. If Elyon has caught those two and brought them to his pack, he might behave unlawfully. There's nothing else we can do," I explained to her as I reached for my phone and dialed Warrior Kendall's number. He answered promptly."Beta Johnston here. I'm hoping this call brings good news because the last update mentioned Paxton planning an attack on us.""Beta, that's not our main concern right now," I cut him off. "We were supposed to meet Becca and Jonas for an appointment, but they're already several hours late. We're wor
"Doctor, are you able to know the gender yet? I'm eager to find out."Becca found herself on the examination bed in a large hospital in The Bahamas, where Alex had taken her. As he had mentioned, this was a brief visit to monitor the pup and determine when they needed to return for its delivery. Their ultimate destination lay on an island further away. She smiled, feeling a mix of excitement and impatience. The moment felt surreal, and she couldn't help but feel a deep connection to the life growing inside her."Let me have another look," the gynecologist said, applying a gel to her abdomen once more and focusing intently on the monitor. The liquid felt cool against her skin, and she shivered slightly."Hmm, this little one keeps his legs closed. Let's see if a gentle nudge helps." The doctor carefully massaged the abdominal area. Although the baby shifted slightly, he continued to keep his legs together. This amused the doctor greatly, who couldn't help but laugh out loud."Ma'am, I
The SUV with black-tinted windows screeched to a halt in front of the Duo.Three men dressed in black and heavily armed sprang out, racing towards the car and yanking the door open. Becca and Jonas stared at them, clearly startled."Get out. NOW!" demanded a man wearing dark sunglasses.The men exuded an intimidating presence, their postures firm and rigid. Feeling overwhelmed, Becca hesitantly rose from her seat and Jonas followed her. "Gentlemen, can you explain what's happening here? We're just innocent civilians waiting for some friends, we haven't done anything wrong," Jonas pleaded to the man standing beside him.The passenger door of the SUV swung open and Alex stepped out with an air of authority, his steps calculated and deliberate.He walked straight to Becca at a measured pace and stopped right in front of her."Expecting Johnston and Clea, are you? Unfortunately, they won't be joining us, you'll have to come with me instead." He gently raised her chin with two fingers."Be
Luna Xena’s Point of ViewI've had enough of this!This whole Becca business must be over now! Every day I had to hear her name; my mate was obsessed with her. I barely got any attention from him. This had to come to an end. Today, I was taking steps to bring back the love and sparks in my relationship.For the past few weeks, Elyon had been hanging out in the packhouse, ogling Becca, and in the evenings, instead of showing me his love and affection, he just turned his back on me before falling asleep like a log. Last night, I confronted him again."Elyon, this has to stop. You can't keep ignoring me and obsessing over Becca. I'm your mate, not her," I said, my voice trembling with anger.He barely looked up from his desk. "Xena, you will never understand. It's complicated.""Complicated? You mean you're trying to make her your concubine while I'm left here feeling worthless?" I shot back, my eyes blazing with fury."Xena, it's not like that," he tried to explain, but I cut him off."
Becca’s Point of ViewMy phone rang for the third time, yet I still had no desire to check it.I wanted to steer clear of additional stress. I knew that the top-ranking officials were still arguing in Elyon's office without seeking a concrete solution, and I didn't want to be involved in any way.Zane occupied my thoughts more than ever. I was uncertain how long Era could keep the pup safe, so I needed to act quickly, despite not knowing exactly what to do. My most recent escape attempt had failed, and now all the warriors were closely watching me.My phone rang for the tenth time, each ring underscoring the caller's persistence. Reluctantly, I pulled the device from my pocket to see who it was. Jonas! Why would he be calling me now?"Hey, Jonas," I greeted him warmly. "What's up? It's absolute chaos here. My parents, Elyon, and the Alpha's parents are all at each other's throats. I've managed to escape from all of that.""Becca," he said with urgency, "Meet me at the pub as soon as p