Elyon’s Point of ViewThe first indications that something was amiss came from Jonas and Jonathan.Each of the men had difficulty concentrating as I outlined our strategy for defending my case at the Council. It was evident they were grappling with their wolves, their eyes frequently shifted colors, and Johnston in particular struggled to maintain control over Xin.At a certain point, continuing the conversation became futile as no one was paying attention to me. When I looked over my shoulders, Kendall and Krystal were completely captivated by a small child belonging to the man seated across from them. He being human made his child less intriguing to me, though it was quite unusual for a man to be traveling alone with such a young one without the mother present.The flight attendant caught my eye as she asked with a playful wink if I needed anything.Though her question was clearly ambiguous, I chose to brush it off. It wasn’t unusual for women to think they had a shot with me. At th
Becca’s Point of ViewChin high, I walked past Clea without acknowledging her.She was less than air to me, that traitor. Did she really think she could keep up her charade in front of me? And now here she was at the Council, where my fate would be decided. What schemes did she have this time?!My blood boiled at the sight of her. My fists clenched tightly at my sides, the urge to confront her almost overwhelming. The audacity of her to show up there, of all places, as if she had any right to be part of my trial.She was startled by my demeanor, her eyes widening slightly. Was she worried I had uncovered her deception? Good. She should be worried. I had every intention of exposing her for the backstabbing snake she was.As I entered the packhouse, Alpha Terzic walked beside me. Once inside the elevator, he looked at me with curiosity."Why did you ignore the Luna of Full Moon? That was rude. She's also from Paxton and clearly knows you well since she called out your name," he inquired
"Please, Becca, let me explain," Clea begged with tears in her eyes.She understood that the truth about her betrayal had come to light and there was no use denying it any longer. Clea was the one who had passed on all the details of Becca's plans to leave Moon Shine with Jonas to Alex, her Alpha. Although she had previously acted as an ally to both Jonas and Johnston, her true loyalty had always been to her Alpha."I'm sorry things turned out this way, but think of this, you’re a werewolf and can only survive in a pack. Zane may be wonderful, but he’s a human and will never be able to live in a pack. Your relationship is destined for failure, after some time you’ll grow weary of each other. Humans often experience that, they fall in love momentarily while our mate bond lasts until death," Clea explained."I know he made you happy but it was always going to be short-lived with humans since they only remain infatuated temporarily. Just think about how many divorces happen annually, hum
"So, it was you the whole time!"Startled, Clea spun around and her expression twisted in horror upon seeing the person standing there — her mate, Alpha King Jerney!With his arms crossed and a look of disdain in his eyes, he stared directly at her."You have deceived not only Becca but also me and the entire Council. I relied on you, and if you weren't prepared to cooperate, why didn't you speak up? It's not your place to decide whom Becca shares her life with; she has made her choice. If you're uncomfortable with that decision, you're under no obligation to assist. But why betray her trust? Your actions are unacceptable! I'll never be able to trust you again."Deeply disappointed, Alpha King Jerney gazed at his mate who once brought him immense joy. Now he saw a darker side of her that he didn't like at all, she was a traitor."Jerney, please let me explain. I truly had good intentions. Becca would have been grateful to me after a few months, if only Alex hadn't passed away. He was
Clea understood that her actions had not gone as planned and resulted in an unexpected outcome.Her mate opposed her, and she could see only hatred in his eyes. The same person who had shared such a wonderful night with her was now repulsed by an analysis she'd made that he didn't agree with. Despite being questioned by Jerney and Becca, she remained convinced that she had done the right thing.Letting out a sigh, she stepped out of the packhouse to stroll through the expansive garden. To its west stood several towering green species, while exotic flowers decorated the other side. The evening brought with it a warm breeze that gently stirred her hair.Engrossed in her thoughts, she wandered further into the field full of flowers until a voice broke through the silence behind her. "Beautiful lady, where are you heading so late at night?" With a racing heart, she swiftly turned around and scanned the area with wide eyes but found no one there.'Perhaps I'm imagining it. My conscience is
The following day, the session began early.With nerves of steel, Becca descended the stairs to the spacious hall where the hearing was about to take place. Upon reaching the main floor, she was surprised to find her parents waiting there."Mom! Dad! You're here too!" she exclaimed, throwing herself into her parents' embrace. The tears were impossible to hold back."Becca, my dear child. We've been so worried about you," her mother said, tears streaming down her cheeks. "You were suddenly gone from Moon Shine and when we searched for you on the island, there was no sign of you." Her father grew emotional as well."Are you okay, sweetheart? We were really worried." Kendall embraced his daughter and gently stroked her hair."Did you see my son, Dad?" Becca asked her parents with excitement. "Joe mentioned that he was with you on the plane. Did he behave well?"Kendall and Krystal gazed at her with pride. Their instincts were right when she identified the little pup."Yes, he's been with
In New York, Zane held his son affectionately against his chest.He breathed in the sweet baby scent, never getting enough of it. He couldn't believe that his son was finally there with him, making him tangibly a father. Klevin Jr.'s joyful laughter filled the room as he softly whispered tender words, expressing how honored and grateful he felt to have him in his life."Don't worry, my little boy," he said gently as he kissed Klevin Jr. on the forehead. "When your mother returns, we'll take long trips on the yacht, and I'll teach you how to swim in the open sea. Then at night, we'll have dinner together on deck. I promise it'll be wonderful."Then his eyes spotted a piece of paper peeking out from beneath the baby cloth. He loosened the diaper and removed it. Inside was a note from Klevin’s grandparents, which Zane suspected they had slipped in during their time with him on the plane. He unfolded it with care and began to read.'Our dearest grandson, we don't know if we'll have the ch
For the umpteenth time, Zane checked the clock.The hands kept moving forward, the day progressing, but he still hadn't heard anything from Becca. His impatience grew, as did his concern.He went online to check the arrival times of flights from Canada. The last flight of the day was scheduled to land at ten that evening. He was counting on Becca to call him before she boarded; she knew he was waiting for her.To distract himself, he called his secretary, Margey, to bring urgent files to his home. Spending a few hours with his mind elsewhere would make the stress building up inside him more bearable."Sorry, Zane, but Klevin has already cleared all the backlogs," Margey explained. "It seems like you both are under a lot of stress. Is something going on with the family? Is it about Becca, your girlfriend?"The venom in Margey's voice didn't escape Zane. He knew that the women didn't get along, but at that moment, he couldn't tolerate any negativity towards his wife. Margey had crossed
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,
For the umpteenth time, Zane checked the clock.The hands kept moving forward, the day progressing, but he still hadn't heard anything from Becca. His impatience grew, as did his concern.He went online to check the arrival times of flights from Canada. The last flight of the day was scheduled to land at ten that evening. He was counting on Becca to call him before she boarded; she knew he was waiting for her.To distract himself, he called his secretary, Margey, to bring urgent files to his home. Spending a few hours with his mind elsewhere would make the stress building up inside him more bearable."Sorry, Zane, but Klevin has already cleared all the backlogs," Margey explained. "It seems like you both are under a lot of stress. Is something going on with the family? Is it about Becca, your girlfriend?"The venom in Margey's voice didn't escape Zane. He knew that the women didn't get along, but at that moment, he couldn't tolerate any negativity towards his wife. Margey had crossed
In New York, Zane held his son affectionately against his chest.He breathed in the sweet baby scent, never getting enough of it. He couldn't believe that his son was finally there with him, making him tangibly a father. Klevin Jr.'s joyful laughter filled the room as he softly whispered tender words, expressing how honored and grateful he felt to have him in his life."Don't worry, my little boy," he said gently as he kissed Klevin Jr. on the forehead. "When your mother returns, we'll take long trips on the yacht, and I'll teach you how to swim in the open sea. Then at night, we'll have dinner together on deck. I promise it'll be wonderful."Then his eyes spotted a piece of paper peeking out from beneath the baby cloth. He loosened the diaper and removed it. Inside was a note from Klevin’s grandparents, which Zane suspected they had slipped in during their time with him on the plane. He unfolded it with care and began to read.'Our dearest grandson, we don't know if we'll have the ch
The following day, the session began early.With nerves of steel, Becca descended the stairs to the spacious hall where the hearing was about to take place. Upon reaching the main floor, she was surprised to find her parents waiting there."Mom! Dad! You're here too!" she exclaimed, throwing herself into her parents' embrace. The tears were impossible to hold back."Becca, my dear child. We've been so worried about you," her mother said, tears streaming down her cheeks. "You were suddenly gone from Moon Shine and when we searched for you on the island, there was no sign of you." Her father grew emotional as well."Are you okay, sweetheart? We were really worried." Kendall embraced his daughter and gently stroked her hair."Did you see my son, Dad?" Becca asked her parents with excitement. "Joe mentioned that he was with you on the plane. Did he behave well?"Kendall and Krystal gazed at her with pride. Their instincts were right when she identified the little pup."Yes, he's been with
Clea understood that her actions had not gone as planned and resulted in an unexpected outcome.Her mate opposed her, and she could see only hatred in his eyes. The same person who had shared such a wonderful night with her was now repulsed by an analysis she'd made that he didn't agree with. Despite being questioned by Jerney and Becca, she remained convinced that she had done the right thing.Letting out a sigh, she stepped out of the packhouse to stroll through the expansive garden. To its west stood several towering green species, while exotic flowers decorated the other side. The evening brought with it a warm breeze that gently stirred her hair.Engrossed in her thoughts, she wandered further into the field full of flowers until a voice broke through the silence behind her. "Beautiful lady, where are you heading so late at night?" With a racing heart, she swiftly turned around and scanned the area with wide eyes but found no one there.'Perhaps I'm imagining it. My conscience is
"So, it was you the whole time!"Startled, Clea spun around and her expression twisted in horror upon seeing the person standing there — her mate, Alpha King Jerney!With his arms crossed and a look of disdain in his eyes, he stared directly at her."You have deceived not only Becca but also me and the entire Council. I relied on you, and if you weren't prepared to cooperate, why didn't you speak up? It's not your place to decide whom Becca shares her life with; she has made her choice. If you're uncomfortable with that decision, you're under no obligation to assist. But why betray her trust? Your actions are unacceptable! I'll never be able to trust you again."Deeply disappointed, Alpha King Jerney gazed at his mate who once brought him immense joy. Now he saw a darker side of her that he didn't like at all, she was a traitor."Jerney, please let me explain. I truly had good intentions. Becca would have been grateful to me after a few months, if only Alex hadn't passed away. He was
"Please, Becca, let me explain," Clea begged with tears in her eyes.She understood that the truth about her betrayal had come to light and there was no use denying it any longer. Clea was the one who had passed on all the details of Becca's plans to leave Moon Shine with Jonas to Alex, her Alpha. Although she had previously acted as an ally to both Jonas and Johnston, her true loyalty had always been to her Alpha."I'm sorry things turned out this way, but think of this, you’re a werewolf and can only survive in a pack. Zane may be wonderful, but he’s a human and will never be able to live in a pack. Your relationship is destined for failure, after some time you’ll grow weary of each other. Humans often experience that, they fall in love momentarily while our mate bond lasts until death," Clea explained."I know he made you happy but it was always going to be short-lived with humans since they only remain infatuated temporarily. Just think about how many divorces happen annually, hum
Becca’s Point of ViewChin high, I walked past Clea without acknowledging her.She was less than air to me, that traitor. Did she really think she could keep up her charade in front of me? And now here she was at the Council, where my fate would be decided. What schemes did she have this time?!My blood boiled at the sight of her. My fists clenched tightly at my sides, the urge to confront her almost overwhelming. The audacity of her to show up there, of all places, as if she had any right to be part of my trial.She was startled by my demeanor, her eyes widening slightly. Was she worried I had uncovered her deception? Good. She should be worried. I had every intention of exposing her for the backstabbing snake she was.As I entered the packhouse, Alpha Terzic walked beside me. Once inside the elevator, he looked at me with curiosity."Why did you ignore the Luna of Full Moon? That was rude. She's also from Paxton and clearly knows you well since she called out your name," he inquired