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
Still Becca’s Point Of View"Let's look around in the shopping mall first, Johnston. It's been a long time since I've been there, and I want to soak in the atmosphere again, feel people around me."He looked at me in a strange way."In the pack, you were among people too. The thing is, you made no effort to make it your home. Obviously, you don't like Paxton. But you are Alex's mate, and the sooner you accept that, the better it will be for you."I'm not in the mood for a rational discussion right now, all I wanted was to enjoy my temporary freedom as much as possible. In the mall, I walked past various retail shops with a smile, the first genuine one I'd had in weeks. I couldn't believe my luck, free at last. The vibrant colors, bustling crowds, and lively chatter all felt surreal, like stepping into a different world.When we reached the food court, my gaze fell on a tall blonde man in a blue shirt with his back to me, negotiating with the store clerk. I froze in my spot, my heart p
A strange noise jolted me awake, my eyes snapped open instantly. I remained in the same position, straining my advanced werewolf hearing. There it was again, soft taps against my window. Maybe raindrops? But my acute hearing didn't pick up any rain outside. I kept my ears sharp, listening intently, and there it was once more. It was midnight, if this was a prank, the perpetrator would soon regret it.On tiptoe, I moved to the window and waited. Yes, no mistake, there was that ticking again. So, indeed there was someone messing with me. I sneaked out of my bedroom to the front door and opened it silently. I walked to the back of the house, determined to catch this disturber of my sleep in the act. Hiding behind an apple tree in the garden, I stared at my room's window, inside was pitch dark.And then I saw a head rise, peeking through the curtain into my room. My heart pounded as I moved closer, taking silent and deliberate steps. I positioned myself right behind him, remaining unnoti
The next morning, after I woke up, I stayed in bed and mused about my escapade with Zane.If only I hadn't left the hospital on impulse, I wouldn't have met Alex and we wouldn't be in this mess right now. But I could not have foreseen what was about to transpire. In my mind, I had a plan: if he had settled things well with Marelva, my conscience would be clear, and we would enjoy our love without guilt or regret.The fact was, I could not live without him. However, my conscience could not bear depriving three children of their right to have a father. And Marelva wasn't really cooperating; it was obvious she wanted Zane for herself. The drama she caused last time at our house proved it—she wanted to complete her family. Wasn't she and her children entitled to that? Wouldn't I want the same if I were in her position?I slid out of bed and freshened up in the bathroom. Then I went looking for my parents, as I knew they always got up early to check the details of the night’s border patrol
Alex stood behind me, looking visibly angry. His eyes blazed with intensity, and his sharp fangs were bared threateningly. It was clear he was battling his wolf for dominance. I was unsure how much of our conversation he overheard. If he was eavesdropping the entire time, Zane could be at risk. Out of respect, my parents rose to their feet while I remained seated defiantly. I refused to let this man intimidate me. For Zane's sake, I would stand up to him in this confrontation.He was clearly annoyed by my attitude, but I refused to back down. Without an invitation, he entered the house and strode directly toward me. He halted just as his nose nearly brushed against mine, glaring at me menacingly."Have you remained in contact with that human? Don't push me into taking extreme measures to stop this. I have no patience for trouble," he snarled. "Where were you last night? I sensed something was off with you."I remained calm, a cool smile gracing my lips."Good morning, Alex. How was yo
My frustration increased with each passing minute.Alex constantly lingered around me, asserting his ownership in a way that deeply irritated me. His presence felt stifling, as if he was always trying to impose his dominance. I was curious to know who he hoped to impress with such behavior since he had already declared publicly that I was his Luna. Why did he need to keep hanging on? In disgust, I wondered why he couldn't sense my frustration with him being perpetually present.After being in Zane's arms last night, I found it hard to be near any other man. The memory of Zane's touch and the warmth of his embrace only intensified my irritation with Alex. It was as if Alex sensed my annoyance because he deliberately stayed close and continued to bug me endlessly.At the first opportunity, I excused myself and headed towards the restrooms. However, as I approached them, I veered off into a hallway that led to a sitting room. I knew this packhouse well. Once there, I collapsed onto a cou
Once we rejoined the group and immersed ourselves in the conversations, I noticed Elyon casting furtive glances my way. I wasn't sure how to interpret this. I worried Xena would notice it too and mention it, or worse yet, curse me about it later. Today wasn't going well for me; I felt like everything was making my life difficult.Then a plan came to mind. If Alex caught me in a compromising situation with Elyon, he could end up despising me and expelling me from the pack. This would grant me freedom without any looming threats. The idea excited me, as I had nothing to lose and everything to gain by becoming a rogue or lone wolf.Since there was no love between Alex and myself, parting ways wouldn't be difficult for either of us. Moreover, infidelity provided an acceptable justification for rejecting a Luna. On the other hand, given the mate bond, killing me would weaken him. That's not something I needed to worry about at this time.My eyes fell on Lance, who had also observed Elyon's
My plan backfired. I expected Alex to be furious, cause a scene, immediately reject me, and leave me behind in my pack. However, I was disappointed. On the other hand, he came right into the game. What I failed to realize was that jealousy is only caused by love. However, Alex doesn't actually love me; he merely views me as someone who fulfills duties as mate and Luna.Oh gosh, I'm even further behind than before. In fact, it seemed that Alex was quite pleased to share me with Elyon and appeared to enjoy the situation. Nervously glancing toward my parents, I noticed they hadn't picked up on our absence either. They probably assumed we were talking about pack business and chose not to interrupt us."Alex, are you really leaving today? Why not extend your stay by a day? Traveling such a long distance in just a few hours sounds exhausting. My mate and I would love for you to stay longer." Alex considered the offer."I still have a lot of work at the office that I absolutely need to hand
Xena’s Point of ViewI was getting closer to my destination and could hardly wait to finally meet Becca's fiancé, Zane.My plan was to take him to Paxton and insist that Alex officially reject Becca as Luna in front of his pack. This would allow Zane to leave with her immediately. With the presence of Moon Shine’s Luna, the warriors at Paxton were bound by Were laws not to attack since a visiting Luna and her entourage are protected when visiting other packs. Before entering Paxton, I intended to request authorization, which couldn’t be denied without a valid reason.With renewed enthusiasm to execute my plan and finally eliminate Becca from my life, I increased the speed of the SUV. If everything proceeded as intended, we would reach Paxton by tonight, ensuring that Becca would be out of my life for good by tomorrow morning. Elyon might be enraged for several weeks, but his hands were tied since the Council was closely monitoring him in this situation, a fact I had gleaned through ca
By the time Johnston knocked on Zane's door, it was already noon.He questioned if the man was at home, considering he might be at work. Suddenly, a voice startled him for an instant."Johnston. What are you doing here?" Zane asked in a cold voice."Man, I really need to talk to you urgently. Trust me, you'll want to hear this," he urged Zane persuasively. There was a sigh followed by the sound of an electronic whir as the door unlocked and opened slightly. Johnston stepped through but encountered another barrier before him, which also clicked open at Zane's command. Once inside, he finally faced his host directly."Listen, Zane," Johnston started apologizing again, "I know our friendship became distant when I returned Becca to her mate. My only hope is that someday you'll understand it was the only option I had. But this time I've got some good news for you. At least, given the circumstances.” Zane regarded him with an emotionless expression."And what exactly is this good news? Last
“The Alpha has a son!”In Paxton, the announcement of the Alpha's son's birth sent excitement rippling through the pack. Fireworks illuminated the sky and were visible from miles away, while some members transformed into their wolf forms and embarked on a spontaneous run through the nearby forest. The finest wine was brought out from the packhouse as they raised toasts in celebration of the Alpha heir until they reveled in drunken merriment.Alex had shared the news of his first son's birth with the pack through their collective mind link.Johnston was completely shocked by Alex's demeanor. The Alpha spoke about his son with such joy, as if he were the biological father. To Johnston’s astonishment, when he inquired about the pup’s name, Alex snapped at him. Also, when Johnston had informed him about the day of his return, the Alpha got angry."Clea, are you following any of this? Alex is an emotional mess. Even though Becca is pushing him away, he keeps clinging to her. Now he's insis
'Becca, wake up!'Groggily I raised my head and glanced around. The early morning darkness still enveloped the world outside the window, while Alex lay fast asleep beside me.'Becca, it's time. The pup is on the way. Wake Alex to take you to the hospital.'I realized it was my wolf, Era, speaking to me. She was right; I even felt a slight spasm in my back."Alex, wake up! The pup is coming. We need to get to the hospital immediately."I gave his arm a firm shake. Although Alex was usually a deep sleeper, he seemed ready this time since he knew I was about to give birth. He leapt out of bed immediately."Is it time already, Becca? Are you feeling any pain?" he asked with concern in his voice while reaching for his phone. With shaky fingers, he sent a message to the pilot and midwife as per their plan. Then, turning back to me, he wrapped me in his arms and gently caressed my back."Don't worry, baby. I'm here," he whispered worriedly. "Everything will be okay, the hospital is ready to
Becca’s Point of ViewI put all my effort into suppressing the growing resentment I felt towards Alex.At this point in my pregnancy, such negativity wouldn't benefit our little one; it was important for me to remain balanced.The Alpha appeared to be completely different.The cruel edges of his personality seemed gentler now, as he attempted to get me used to his constant closeness. Throughout the day, he engaged me in a variety of conversations about world politics and climate change, making it increasingly evident how much our opinions diverged.The midwife had just entered the house, carrying a few bottles of freshly squeezed juice with her. She was a warm and welcoming woman from the island, always reassuring me that everything would go smoothly with my upcoming delivery."Madam, I'm back! Look what I found," she said with a contented grin while holding two bottles up in the air."Thanks, Dorian," I said gratefully. "You and Alex always ensure I've got enough vitamins. With this
“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