Once again, I heard distressed voices around me. I must have been unconscious because my eyes were closed. I recognized Zane's voice speaking to my father in despair. The familiar smell of disinfectant told me that I was back in the hospital. When I slowly opened my eyes, they immediately met Zane's blue gaze."My God, Becca, you scared the hell out of me! You suddenly passed out. The doctor says you'll be fine, you're just stressed," he said, in relief.I kept gazing into those amazing eyes that I thought I would enjoy for the rest of my life. But after reading Marelva's medical report, I began to wonder if it was selfish of me to want to keep him all to myself. Regardless of how the babies were conceived, they were innocent in this adult manipulation scheme. Not just one, but three kids!The guilt I felt then would only grow with time. If I continued this relationship and married Zane, I would rob three innocent lives of their father during their most crucial years. As much as Zane
The pain was immense, almost overwhelming. How much more could I endure? Why was this happening to me once again? The tears streamed uncontrollably, no matter how hard I tried to hold them back. I wanted to be strong, but the agony I felt didn't give me a chance.The image of Zane and Marelva with their babies tore at my heart. I would have done anything to be in that place, cradling tiny versions of Zane. My sobbing intensified as a tightness gripped my chest, the pain overwhelming to the point it was difficult to breathe.Suddenly, a familiar hand touched my arm. The air was filled with the scent of the forest and the unmistakable presence of a wolf. I turned around to find Johnston there."Becca," he murmured gently, offering solace. His presence served as a lifeline, assuring me I wasn't alone in this ordeal. I rushed into his embrace, seeking comfort as my body trembled with sobs. He enveloped me in his arms."Johnston, I always feel so unlucky when it comes to love. How can I co
For the second time, I found myself slipping out of the hospital unnoticed.Johnston was waiting for me in the parking lot, we were committed to steering clear of Zane or any awkward questions at the checkout counter. Johnston had assured me he would resolve the issue with the hospital tomorrow. Confronting Zane with my decision could undermine my determination, as I was aware he would convince me to remain with him.I'd decided to leave once more, not to succumb to the impossible. Safeguarding my mental health amidst this chaos was something I owed myself. I wanted to steer clear of any drama that could potentially hurt me deeply. And it was best if my parents stayed out of this, I was certain they would insist on my return to Moon Shine if they were aware of the situation. And Elyon was the last person I needed in my life at that moment.The route was familiar: through the window and then down the drainpipe.As I stepped into the parking lot, Johnston's car caught my eye, its headli
Becca’s Point Of View StillI stood there rooted to my spot, simply gazing at him.The tall man who had just walked into the room was the Alpha, exuding an undeniable aura of authority. He glanced back at me with a face devoid of emotion. A wave of disbelief crashed over my mind, this was overwhelming for me.I'd recently lost the love of my life, and now facing a mate didn't align with my future plans. The bond settled in, Era handled that part effortlessly. She was full of excitement, eager to leap into her mate's embrace. However, my human side was emotionally unsettled and not prepared to begin another relationship just yet.The scent of sandalwood permeated the room, both captivating and intense.I fiercely resisted the pull that came with the bond, loathing the instinctive urge to run to him and find solace in his embrace. My heart was still raw, my mind was cluttered with the pain of recent loss. The idea of opening myself up again felt overwhelmingly difficult.Tears stung my
The Paxton pack went bonkers at their Alpha's grand announcement that he had found his mate, the Luna.There was dancing, eating, and drinking, the joy on everyone's faces was contagious. The air was filled with laughter and the scent of celebration. Alex had invited neighboring packs to this party, turning it into a grand affair. But amidst the revelry, I felt suffocated, it was like a net falling over my head, trapping me.Why did I feel like he did this intentionally, cutting off all options for me to leave?Nobody noticed that I was anything but happy, actually, I felt so miserable. It wasn’t as if this party was being held in my honor. Paxton had never been my favorite, and becoming Luna to wolves I didn't feel connected to wasn't exactly something I was looking forward to. I watched as everyone celebrated, their faces alight with happiness, while a storm raged within me.Johnston stood beside my seat, watching me closely."Alex had your dress for this occasion specially made by
Still Becca’s Point Of ViewTo my surprise, Alex took me to the back of the packhouse, where there was a spacious balcony. While he went into the kitchen to gather some ingredients for a cocktail, my thoughts returned to Zane.What was he doing now? Did he miss me, or did he go to Marelva after all to fulfill his responsibilities towards the children? I imagined what it would have been like if we were still together. Around that time, we would have been snuggled up in front of the television watching world news and discussing politics. Zane wouldn't fall asleep until I was nestled against his chest, deep in dreamland. Then he'd carry me to our bedroom. That was our daily routine.I smiled at this happy memory.Suddenly, I felt a hand on my shoulder. When I looked up, I saw Elyon standing there. Goodness, he was absolutely the last person on earth that I wanted to see in my current state of misery. His presence there felt like a cruel twist of fate. He looked me in the eye with that sp
I was already in bed when Alex entered the room. It was completely dark, with the moonlight obscured by heavy curtains. I could sense his excitement, and in that moment, any hope of escaping this situation vanished. He stood beside the bed gazing down at me, as the scent of his arousal enveloped the room.I tightly shut my eyes, attempting to block out the reality of the moment. The bathroom door swung open, and a few minutes later, I could hear the shower running. Once he was done, he came back and took a seat next to me on the bed."Becca," he murmured, cupping my face gently in his hands. His voice was soft and almost tender, yet it failed to soothe the turbulent emotions swirling within me. He began kissing my face with care, savoring each moment. Gradually, I opened my eyes, a silent plea shining through them. However, he showed no empathy towards my emotions."You are my mate and I have every right to you. Let's leave the past behind us, it will make everything simpler," he ins
I've been in Paxton Pack for a month now, and all I could think about was fleeing.Life there made me feel depressed. Every morning, when I got up and thought about going back to the pups and shelter workers, I wanted to run into the woods and hide there forever. The sense of entrapment was suffocating; each day blended into the next with no escape possible. The burden of responsibilities felt like chains, anchoring me to a place where I didn't belong.The evenings were still the worst. Nightmares haunted me, every time I saw Zane calling, begging me to give him a call, to talk to him. His voice echoed in my mind, he was a ghost from a life I was torn away from. The pain of our separation lingered like an open wound, refusing to heal. In my dreams, I saw his face with eyes filled with sorrow and desperation that mirrored my own internal struggle.As I sat straight up in bed, the silence of the room felt oppressive, amplifying my thoughts and fears.I wondered if Zane was thinking abou
“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
Johnston’s Point of ViewThis war was pointless.Hundreds of lives were at stake because two stubborn Alphas refused to put their responsibility to their packs before their desire for a woman. That same woman, who was longing for another man, was already carrying his pup. It seemed as if madness had taken over the minds of both alphas.Elyon already had a mate, Alex was rejected, and the mate bond didn't work for Becca. Those were the facts on the table now. The solution was simply to let Becca follow her path wherever it took her. Alex wasn't the only Alpha to be rejected; he would get over it as time went by and maybe be blessed with a second chance mate. But Becca was not meant for him.And now I had two missions. Saving Paxton from a war we would surely win, but the impact would still be felt. She-wolves would be left without husbands and children would lose their fathers. The suffering that would result from this unnecessary war was irresponsible; it was not worth it at all.I wa
By the time we woke up, it was already noon.My mate was still asleep in my arms as I lay there relaxed, unable to fully comprehend what had happened. I had already given up hope of meeting my fated, thinking I'd missed the age when that should happen, and yet here she was, resting beside me.The Moon Goddess hadn't let me down. Clea was stunning, and I cherished her as much as my own life. There was nothing I wouldn't do to guarantee her happiness."Good morning, mate," I heard her whisper as my thoughts wandered.I pulled her along as I sat up and leaned against the headboard, allowing me to get a better look at her face."Clea, I've been waiting for this moment with you for what feels like an eternity. Where have you been all these years? I was on the brink of despair, thinking I'd never meet you." Filled with love, I gazed into her silvery-gray eyes. "Please tell me about yourself and explain why you're here now."I wanted to know everything about her. Her family, pack, and rank.