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’s Point of View"Becca, it's me!" I heard Johnston outside my apartment, calling urgently.Johnston and I had really grown apart since our return to Paxton. The cordial bond of friendship had disappeared, partly because he forced me to come back here and also because I hated his mate. As his so-called Luna, his loyalty should be entirely with me, but as my friend, of course, he preferred his mate over me.Hesitantly, I walked to the door and opened it."Johnston," I responded half-heartedly. "What can I do for you?"“I need to speak to you urgently. Can I come in for a minute?” I opened the door further, and he quickly walked in.In the living room, he took a seat on the couch, while I remained on my feet.“Would you like a drink, Johnston? I saw you just returning to the packhouse half an hour ago. You must be thirsty from this hot weather.”He nodded eagerly, he could never resist my syrup when I still lived in the hut.I poured him my Sorrel mix Ginger syrup and watched him g
“No. I don't want her in the pack!”Xena was being obstructive, bent on sabotaging Elyon’s plan. At this point, she was so furious that she was in a state of mind to kill Elyon right now! He had just announced that Becca was coming back to their pack.And they would travel in the same car, drive all those hours back with them.The very thought made her blood boil. She hated Becca to the core, a seething rage that simmered beneath her composed exterior. She always feared her mate’s continued affection for his ex. Becca’s presence in Moon Shine could be undermining her authority, stripping away the respect she had painstakingly built. With Becca around, Xena knew she would just be embarrassed in front of her people.Everyone knew by now that Elyon was still crazy about Becca. It was an open secret, a poorly concealed truth that hung in the pack like a dark cloud. He made little effort to keep this in check, his adoration for Becca manifesting in subtle glances and unspoken words. It was
Three people in a car, each lost in their own thoughts.Becca was still under the impression that Alex had allowed her to visit her parents with the intention of giving her space to relax, reflect on their relationship, and return ready to reconcile.Still, in her mind, she made plans to meet Zane again; her only focus was her fiancé and their child. She pictured herself reuniting with Zane, feeling his comforting embrace, and seeing the joy in his eyes when he saw their baby growing inside her. Becca held onto these dreams tightly, using them as a lifeline to navigate through her current predicament. She was familiar with Moon Shine, so she expected her parents to help her out of this mess.Elyon, on the other hand, couldn't believe his good fortune and barely managed to hide a happy grin.The Alpha believed he had successfully outwitted Alex with the proposal of sending Becca to Moon Shine. He had plans of his own, and sending Becca back to Paxton was not one of them. The moment she
“Hey, this is not the road to my parents' house. We need to take the other junction.” Becca woke up from her slumber as the car turned onto the direction of the packhouse of Moon Shine. Xena also looked at her mate in surprise, her eyes narrowing in suspicion.“You will stay in the packhouse,” declared Elyon sternly, his tone brooking no argument.Both women looked at him in shock."No!" they bellowed at the same time.“Elyon, the deal was that I would be on vacation with my parents. What is this all about? Take me to my parents’ house immediately!” Becca exclaimed, her voice rising in panic and anger. “I have no business in the packhouse; I am no longer a member of this pack!”Xena couldn't believe her ears; this turn of events was unexpected and infuriating.“Elyon, explain this. Becca is right, she's just a guest in the pack now. Why would she stay in the packhouse when her parents have enough space in the house to take her in?”Her voice gave way to her displeasure. She was furiou
Johnstons’ Point of ViewBecca had left.And with her absence, immediately all the tension in the pack and packhouse vanished. The members who visited the packhouse every day were now more at ease, the entire atmosphere was relieved. My mate also felt freer to mingle with the other members. Only Alex was withdrawn and closed, speaking to everyone with just two words; his mood was below zero.Last night, I heard his wolf let out a pained howl in the woods. Despite Becca's wolf completely ignoring Xan, he missed her because they were mates after all. For me, this situation was excellent; Alex should have let Becca go a long time ago. The pain of the loss would then be less, and his wolf would be less attached to Era and more willing to look for a second chance mate.We were now sitting at the dining table, and the Elders were also present.They wanted clarification on the departure of the Luna. Alex still had to sign up, but the air here was friendly. Marelva had completely taken on the
Johnstons’ Point of ViewThe fake celebration in the Alpha’s office almost made me forget that I had another important mission to complete. I managed to leave unnoticed while the party was still going on, Marelva continued chatting with the Elders, like a good hostess.When I pushed open the doors of the hospital, the familiar smell of ammonia and blood hit me. I had to hold back not to puke, so I quickly walked to the information desk.“Morning, is the pack doctor available? I need to speak to him urgently," I let the lady at the counter know. “And before you ask, no, I don't have an appointment. Can you tell him I'm waiting here for him?" The nurse looked at me reproachfully under her reading glasses but had no choice but to carry out my request.When she returned, Dr. Brandon was with her.“Beta Johnston, to what do I owe your visit? As far as I know, your mate hasn't registered for the pregnancy check yet. When are you going to fix that?" He approached me with an outstretched hand
Johnstons’ Point of View StillI parked at the lake and got out carefully.The ripples on the lake were calm as usual. I leaned against my car and looked over it. Then I envisioned Becca happily swimming in the midst, often in human form and a few times her wolf Era. She really had a great time here. In the evenings, the painful memories often came back to her, and she would sit on the porch staring straight ahead. This place held so many memories.When I thought about helping Alex to make her leave for Moon Shine, a stabbing pain hit my chest. It felt like a betrayal, but I condoned it as my job as Beta to save my pack.When I walked to the hut, I heard a clatter inside. There were residents, but I didn't remember giving permission to anyone. When I got closer, I heard moaning and cries, the bed creaking loudly. A couple was clearly in a violent sex act. I stood still, sniffed at the air, and thought I had caught a familiar scent, actually a mix of known and unknown ones.I turned ar
For two days, Becca stayed in hiding, her heart twinged with every sound that reached her ears. The dense forest provided some shelter, but the constant fear of being discovered kept her on edge. She lay low beneath the thick canopy of trees, her wolf senses heightened, listening for any sign of danger.The first night was the hardest.As the moon rose high in the sky, Elyon's mournful howl echoed through the trees, sending shivers down her spine. The sound of his sorrowful cry pierced the silence, and Becca's heart ached. She could feel the pull of the mate bond, a reminder of the vow she had taken. Despite everything, a part of her felt his anguish, but she knew she couldn't turn back.Now that she was Luna, the mind link with the Moon Shine pack was also open. The sudden influx of voices was overwhelming, and she could hear the chaos and shouts of the pack members. The loss of their Luna was a hard blow, they all were near a breakdown.‘The Luna is missing! We must find her! Everyo
Becca swallowed hard, desperately trying to suppress the panic that was rising in her.She realized she had to fulfill her role, yet the situation felt overwhelmingly real. These ancient vows held deep and meaningful significance; it seemed sinful to misuse them for her own selfish purposes. But right now, she had no other choice left.“I do,” she said shakily, her voice barely above a whisper.“And do you, Alpha Elyon, promise to honor and protect your Luna, to lead with integrity and compassion, and to uphold the values of our pack?”“I do,” Elyon replied, his grip on Becca’s hand tightening. He stared at her blissfully, knowing there was no going back for her at this point. The vows were sacred, and even the Council would not be able to lift them.The Elder continued with the ceremonial rites, but Becca’s mind was elsewhere. She scanned the room, looking for any sign of Jonas or her parents. She needed to know that they were ready to execute their plan.Finally, the Elder concluded
The following day, Zane was a man on the edge.Desperation clawed at him at the thought that Becca was now bound to another Alpha. He was sure she didn’t approve of this, she loved only him and was already on her way back home. The image of her being forced into a life she didn't want haunted him relentlessly. Every fiber of his being screamed that he needed to act, that she might be in danger.He couldn't just sit back and wait for her to return. He had to do something. His mind raced with scenarios, each more troubling than the last. What if Elyon mistreated her? What if Becca was desperately trying to escape, waiting for him to come to her rescue? Zane's heart pounded in his chest as fear and worry threatened to overwhelm him.He paced his living room, running his fingers through his hair as he mulled over his next move. His usually sharp mind felt clouded with anxiety, but he forced himself to think clearly. The walls of the room appeared to close in on him, stifling him under the
Three faces turned towards Alpha Artic as he delivered his statement with complete conviction, condemning his fellow Alphas."Although I myself revere the mate bond, I firmly believe it must be completely mutual. It should never turn into a prison if it's not beneficial for both individuals involved."Jerney nodded with a serious expression. "Exactly, that's why the situation has escalated. The Council meeting was highly charged. Becca is currently at Moon Shine with her new mate, Elyon. Their Luna ceremony takes place tonight."Alpha Artic's eyes opened wide in surprise. "Elyon? How did this happen? Becca was supposed to be with Zane, not trapped in another bond."Jerney let out a deep sigh. "The Moon Goddess moves in mysterious ways. Becca and Elyon are second chance mates, yet the bond remains weak for Becca. Despite her rejection, Elyon is resolute in not accepting it, he’s determined to make her his Luna."Artic clenched his fists, the muscles in his jaw tensing. "This is insane.
The woman's body floated lifelessly in the water, gently rocked by the waves.On the yacht above, Luna Jael screamed in terror and called out to her mate for assistance. The man didn’t hesitate and dove into the water, swiftly swimming toward the unconscious woman. Upon reaching her, he pulled her onto a life raft and immediately began performing CPR. "Come on, breathe!" he yelled, as he rhythmically compressed her chest. His mate hurried over to them, tears streaming down her face and hands gripping her pregnant belly anxiously.As the minutes dragged on, feeling like an eternity, the lifeless woman coughed up water at last and began sputtering for air. The man let out a sigh of relief as he kept her head above water until they safely returned to the yacht."Why... why did you do this?" Jael stammered, her voice weak and trembling. "What were you thinking?"The man's eyes flared with anger."Your reckless actions could have cost you your life and put my mate and unborn pup in danger
Somewhere in the South...A striking couple walked hand in hand across the sandy beach towards the sea, carrying their surfboard under their arms.The woman looked up adoringly at the man, who gazed back at her with love. She had white-blonde hair, beautiful green eyes, and her tanned skin revealed that she spent a lot of time in the sun. Her stomach was slightly swollen, indicating she was a few months pregnant.The man was muscular with raven-black hair slicked back. A tattoo ran from his back over his shoulder to halfway down his chest. His facial features were sharply defined, and he exuded a high degree of authority, as expected of an Alpha, a man with heavy responsibilities.They were engrossed in conversation, only eyeing each other. The woman clearly enjoyed the man's full attention while he reserved all his attention for her. When they reached the shoreline, they let go of each other, smashed their board onto the waves, and skillfully waltzed over the sea.Neither of them not
As she waited for an answer, Becca paced the room, her mind racing.She couldn't let Elyon win. She had to find a way to break the bond, to protect her son and her future with Zane.Finally, her phone buzzed, and she quickly read the message from Jonas."Don't worry, we have a plan. Just go with him."Relief washed over her. She wasn't alone in this. She had allies, people who cared about her. She had to believe they could find a way out of this mess.Becca took a deep breath, her resolve hardening. She would find a way to break the bond and live on her own terms.She entered the walk-in closet and noticed it was full of clothes. As she inspected everything, she saw not only formal evening wear but also casual pieces, all designer and expensive. Elyon had prepared well for her arrival; he was sure he would have her back in the pack. Becca wondered if he had realized they were mates long before she had. She had been so focused on her baby and getting back to Zane that she had hardly no
Becca's heart pounded in her chest, fear and anger swirling inside her.She glanced around, searching for an ally among the high-ranking wolves who had followed them. But their expressions were a mix of confusion and awe, offering no support. They were bound to their oath to serve their Alpha and be submissive."I won't let you dictate my life," Becca declared, her voice growing stronger. "I'll find a way to break this bond. I'll fight you every step of the way."Elyon chuckled, the sound sending chills down her spine. "You can try, Becca, but you'll only make things worse for yourself. Accept it, and we can be happy together."Becca's resolve hardened. She knew she couldn't let Elyon win. She had to think of Zane, of their son; there must be a way out.“I, Becca Humphreys, daughter of the Head Warriors Kendall and Krystal, reject Alpha Elyon Domerkens as my mate and wish to have nothing more to do with him after today,” she spoke out with hatred while glaring at Elyon.To her dismay,
Becca gazed at Elyon in horror."No!" she screamed, extending her hand to maintain distance as Elyon began approaching her.She once more detected that intoxicated sandalwood scent attempting to overwhelm her senses, confirming Elyon as truly being her second chance mate. With determination, Becca resisted the pull of the mate bond trying to snap into place and draw her towards him.Fortunately, Era, her wolf, also rejected Elyon, even though she acknowledged him as their fated.‘Becca,’ Era urged. ‘We must take action. We cannot let Elyon claim us under any circumstances. Stop him from marking you, otherwise we are doomed.’However, as their eyes locked and Elyon advanced toward her, the pull intensified. Era and Becca were on the brink of losing the struggle. The Alpha wolf was far more powerful than either of them. Being without rank rendered them no match for Elyon whatsoever.The entire court room rose to their feet in complete astonishment. No one had anticipated this outcome,