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
Elyon’s Point of ViewShe had been in Moon Shine for a week now, but I barely got to see her. At unguarded moments, she left her room and headed straight to her parents where she used to spend the day and have her meals. I was not prepared for this attitude; there was no way I could forbid her to leave the packhouse or visit her parents. And asking her to account for it wouldn't work; I no longer had authority over Becca now that she was no longer part of my pack and was also Paxton's Luna.In addition, I knew that Xena was watching me like a hawk. We hadn't had sex for a long time, and she wanted to make sure Becca wasn't the cause. But I longed for Becca so much, I had to find a solution to the situation. What was happening now was totally not in my plan.After lunch, I walked out of the packhouse, on my way to Becca's parents' house. I was determined to bring an end to this behavior; she needed to respect me, look out for me. When I got close, I heard Becca chatting merrily with he
Alpha King Jerney’s Point of ViewDamn!He chased her out of his pack, he really did it!That Alpha really had the nerve! And he was cunning as hell. It was infuriating, the lengths he would go to cover his tracks.And I didn't know if it was a good idea to reveal to her that I was a werewolf too and what exactly my rank was.Strange really that she didn't notice after that many times she was in my company. But yes, we were in Human Town, surrounded by various scents and also each dealing with its own griefs. It had allowed me to blend in, to stay under the radar. I feared that Johnston would find out, but the filth of his own mate had tarnished his senses. So, I was able to go incognito for a while, as I wanted.The Council wanted to continue the investigation in Paxton, but Alpha Alex had other plans.He informed them that he was on holiday with Becca, spinning a tale of a romantic getaway, like a honeymoon. And he claimed he was unsure when they would return, all depending on their
Johnston’s Point of ViewI informed the doctor in the mind link that we would be at the hospital in an hour.Marelva resisted a lot, but I was determined to bring her in for an examination. Not only for the unpleasant scent she carried with her but also for the identification of the pups. From her stories, I gathered that she hadn't checked in for two months, and that was irresponsible.“Johnston, is that really necessary today? I wanted to help in the nursery of the pack. Can't we move it to another day?” she pleaded, her voice tinged with desperation.She continued to argue, but I was not prepared to give up this appointment. My wolf wanted to mate her and soon, and he was pressing me to do the checkup. That scent kept us at a distance, and we needed to solve this the soonest.“Whatever you say, we're going there now. Everything else can wait until we're done at the hospital,” I said adamantly, my tone leaving no room for negotiation.She tried to be angry at first, but when I still
Johnston’s Point of ViewIn shock, I stared at the pack doctor! I couldn't believe my ears!My mate cheating on me with males in my own pack! My subordinates at that! All the time she was so friendly to the members and guests, it was just pretense, entertaining her men. But then again, the way she resisted seeing the doctor and now that I remembered, those familiar scents in the cabin by the lake. All the warriors looking at me pitifully, meaning that several people in the pack already knew about my mate's affairs behind my back.I looked at her, my mouth open in astonishment, too embarrassed to say anything. To avoid losing face, she took out her rage at the doctor, trying to put the blame on him.“Did you say that the test was confidential?” she snarled at him, while hitting the table with the flat of her hand. "Just admit that you chose Becca over me and stop this nonsense!"But the doctor just looked at her blankly, hiding his disgust. Something broke in me. I should have seen this
Alpha Alex’ Point of ViewShe had been gone for more than a week and hadn't bothered to call me even once.I had assumed that after spending several weeks in the packhouse, she might miss me and her life in Paxton to some extent. However, it appeared she was thriving in Moon Shine with her parents. This morning, Elyon mentioned that she also was avoiding contact with him either, both he and his mate were completely ignored by her. Each day, she would leave her quarters to spend time with her parents until late into the night. While they were on duty, she spent her time in her childhood bedroom at her parents' house. Elyon mentioned he had an encounter with her the previous day when he urged a visit to the pack doctor for the pup's checkup. She adamantly refused and made it clear that his opinion about her and her pup was unwelcome. It seemed that being back with her parents hadn't altered her stance one bit.In any case, I truly missed her. She had become an integral part of my life.
And now Johnston was telling us that Elyon was also in Park Slope, the same place he had run into Becca. Elyon didn't realize his mate was following him. And when they visited Paxton the last time, the couple argued about his affection for Becca. All these things pointed in one direction: Elyon misled me to get closer to Becca. “How do we handle this? At all costs, Becca has to get back here. Despite everything, she's Paxton's Luna and if I'm right, Moon Shine isn't her favorite place to live either,” I added. Johnston sighed. “It's really about what she wants now. The choice between the two worse places she definitely doesn't want to be. In Moon Shine lives her parents, that is family. Here in Paxton, she has no one, even the bond I had with her became shaky when I discovered that Marelva was my mate. In addition, I have prioritized my loyalty to Alex over allowing her to flee to her beloved.” He looked at me and took an
Becca’s Point of ViewElyon and Alex were not on good terms.Oh, really? Who would have seen that coming!The last time I saw them together, they seemed like the best of friends. Well, apparently, friendship can be fleeting as well.If I had to choose between Moon Shine and Paxton, I'd say living in Paxton was the lesser of two hells. Despite being here with my parents, Elyon's presence loomed over me like a constant pressure. He popped up everywhere, trying to control every aspect of my life, and I truly despised him for it. It amazed me that there was ever a time when I had been head over heels for this jerk.And on top of that, I observed Xena's intense jealousy when she watched me from a distance. It was clear that there were feelings of envy and resentment consuming her. But honestly, who could blame her? No she-wolf would enjoy watching her mate constantly circling around an ex, sharing the same home and facing her daily. And Elyon was really acting like a bitch in heat.Yes, I
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,