The most amazing dinner experience I'd ever enjoyed.Zane embodied the essence of a classic gentleman, and he exuded so much kindness. He had ordered all my favorite dishes, and I found myself lost in his mesmerizing eyes. I was going to hold onto this wonderful man, I swore to myself.A fresh breeze stirred through the cabana as Zane and I remained completely focused on each other. We shared laughter and touched frequently, losing sight of everything else around us. Zane now lay at the center of my universe.It was the early hours of the morning when we finally decided to leave. He gently took both my hands in his."Becca, please come back home. I promise to open up to your ambitions and respect your wishes. All I want is for you to be with me so that I can see and hear you every day. The house feels so empty without you. I miss you like hell."A smile stretched across my face."I want nothing more. Being without you is hard for me too. We'll find a way to overcome what keeps us apar
I managed to get just three hours of sleep.Era, the wolf, was roaring fiercely in my mind, giving me a splitting headache. "What's going on with you, girl? My head feels as heavy as a stone. Can't it be quieter up there?" I kept asking her.I was in the shower, trying to clear my mind. But with all the noise, it was nearly impossible. All I heard her screaming was 'kill the bitch, kill the bitch!' and I just couldn't understand what it was all about.'ERA!!' I attempted once more. 'Could you clarify your meaning, please? What's happening? Who do you want to kill?' There was still no response. I took a bath, headed into the closet, and pulled out several bags. Sighing deeply, I began to slowly remove clothes from hangers and pack them into the bags. Zane was correct, it would indeed require two trips back and forth to move everything out of here.After filling three of them, I decided to get dressed for work. Even though I wasn't in the mood, I needed to go in to talk about taking tom
A loud scream ripped from my heart past my lips. The pain was terrible, unbearable."Zane!" I screamed with everything inside me. His head slowly turned languidly towards me, his eyes flickered with a brief spark of recognition, and he reached out a trembling hand towards me. His once vibrant blue eyes were now dull, a shadow of their former brilliance. He tried to say something, his lips parting, but no sound emerged.I stood there, frozen, tears welled up in my eyes, blurring my vision. "No! This can’t be happening," I whispered, with a shaky voice.Then I looked up to Marelva. On her face was a triumphant, devilish look, her eyes gleaming with cruel satisfaction. I needed answers."Why?" I demanded, my voice raw with desperation.She grinned, a cold, wicked smile, and lifted an eyebrow. "Why not?" she mocked, her tone dripping with malice.Her words cut through me like a knife, and the casual cruelty in her voice made the blood rush to my head. I clenched my fists, anger and helple
The nurses accompanied my mother as they left."Becca, it's Era. You don't need to search for me; I'm always with you," I heard a voice in my head saying.I blinked several times, attempting to concentrate on the voice.'Your father has given me enough energy to recover,' she said sadly. 'That blonde you're talking about is our human mate, Zane. He cares for us but has been reckless. We need to leave before they return.'My eyes snapped open.I wondered how we'd manage to leave with so many people walking around here.'You're a werewolf, climbing comes naturally to us!' she scoffed. 'Have faith in yourself, girl. Your physical wounds are healed, so there's nothing wrong with you physically. However, we're going through emotional turmoil that won't improve while we're here, and we prefer some distance from our mate for the moment. We need time to heal mentally.''Where can we go, Era?' I asked her desperately. 'I don't know how to handle this. Do you have any ideas?''Once more, Becca,
"But you haven't told me where to go yet," Johnston reminded me.The atmosphere in the car was relaxed. In the short time we had known each other, we had chatted as if we had been acquainted for years. I relaxed, thinking nothing could happen to me in the company of a Beta, right?"I was on my way to the forest. My wolf says we can stay there for a week before going back. We need some time alone."Johnston's face became serious now. "The forest is not safe for a woman alone. We haven't seen rogues in the area for a long time, but you never know," he said with concern. "Why do you want to be in the forest? Coping with heartbreak?"I nodded and looked out the window. I now knew what led me to the hospital, and I completely agreed with Era that we needed some space to process what we had seen.She persuaded me not to despise Zane until I had all the facts. Her voice was a mix of desperation and hope, indicating that she truly loved him. She solely blamed Marelva for what happened, clingi
Johnston's Point of ViewIt was already the early morning hours, and I was still sitting in the conference room of the pack, tired and irritated. That Alpha of mine didn't seem to really know which direction to take with this meeting. He changed the conditions for the collaboration in the draft contract with the Department of Justice in Human Town every few hours.The execution process and the list of materials required for the joint operations, as well as the projected goals on the human side and more, had been revised over ten times in the past two hours. We weren't making much progress, and all I could think about was going to my bedroom for a good night's rest.Later in the day, I needed to return to the sheriff's office with a signed agreement. However, that didn't seem to work. At this pace, nothing would come of the contract. And then he constantly slid closer and sniffed me.What the heck?!I was sure he didn't have any gay tendencies, but his behavior was highly odd. I couldn
Becca’s Point Of ViewIt was nearly midnight, and I was lying on the bed with my hands behind my head, staring at the ceiling. I reflected on the most challenging moments of my life. My wolf had already helped me recover swiftly from the injuries sustained in the car accident, but it was my heartbreak that still needed mending. The pain I felt when I saw the man I loved naked under the woman I took for a friend was still raw. It pierced my heart even more deeply than anything Elyon had ever done to me."Don't jump to conclusions," Era's warning voice reminded me again. "Talk to him first. Hear his side of the story," she urged.I was uncertain if I would be able to do that. We had intended to spend that day together, taking our relationship one step further. Unfortunately, things didn't go as planned. If only I had stayed with him the night before the accident! But we were hoping to have uninterrupted time for each other at home, without work on our minds or other things getting in th
I had been in the cabin for three weeks now, which was far overdue.Yes, I knew the deal with Johnston was that I would stay there for only a week, but I wasn't ready to face the harsh world yet. So, I continued hiding in this secluded hut deep in the jungle like a coward.My parents kept me updated every day through our mind link, informing me about everything happening in the pack and beyond. They told me that Zane called them almost daily, desperately asking when I'd be ready to talk to him. He begged them to disclose my whereabouts, pleading for a chance to explain. He told my mother that we were in the midst of a big misunderstanding. He didn’t go into details, probably because he was too ashamed of what happened or feared my parents' judgment.Johnston visited me every day for a few hours. He had become a good friend, and we had a lot of fun together. Sometimes we cooked and ate together, roasted some meat on a self-made barbecue set, or just chatted about business on the verand
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,
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