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
Still Becca’s Point Of ViewI was assigned a room in the Alpha wing of the packhouse.As I glanced around the room, my eyes fell upon a large bed positioned at the center. Thank goodness. Finally, I had the opportunity to sleep peacefully with Alex being far away. However, I was aware it was just for one night. Now that he had the chance to touch me, he was surely anticipating taking our intimacy further. Knowing that he wouldn’t be around me for some time made me lower my guard. He had an unpleasant habit of pulling me close whenever he could. In fact, I believed this was the main cause of my depression. Constantly inhaling the scent of someone I deeply disliked was intolerable.It was still early, with the sun just beginning to rise. Alex and Johnston were scheduled to leave in the evening, which meant I had a few more hours of his company to manage."Do you need Johnston today, Alex? I'd like to show him around in my pack," I inquired.A momentary flash of fury appeared in his eyes
"Who are you having such a hearty laugh with on the phone?"I stiffened upon hearing a man's voice coming from behind. Turning around, I found Johnston standing there with his hands on his hips, staring at me intently."Zane, I need to go. Johnston is waiting for me," I whispered hurriedly into the receiver."Take care of yourself, Becca. Remember that I love you and will be waiting for you," Zane assured me before I ended the call. With emotions swirling inside me, I leaned my head against the phone box momentarily to gather myself.Johnston waited for a response, his brow creased with worry."Johnston, I need to be honest with you. That was Zane on the phone. I miss him so much. I want to get back, get out of the pack, get away from Alex. I'm desperate," I admitted, my voice trembling under the strain. Johnston let out a despondent sigh, his expression gently shifting to one of empathy."If there were a way to set you free, I’d do it without hesitation. I truly understand what you'
Johnston and I spend some time at the mall before heading back to join the pack.Both lost in thought, we enjoyed a soothing silence in the car. We need this moment to carefully contemplate our own future. When we park outside the packhouse, he retrieves my things from the backseat and carries them into the sitting room where Alex and the Alpha couple are waiting for us."Is this all you bought? You were gone so long, I figured the mall would be empty by now," Alex teased, motioning for me to sit with him. I slowly made my way over and settled on the couch at a comfortable distance beside him. "I was considering inviting Alpha Elyon and the Luna to visit our pack after the harvest festival since he might have more free time then," Alex mentioned.I nodded, with nothing more to add. When I glance ahead, my eyes meet Elyon's inquisitive stare. It's obvious that the lack of affection between Alex and me is apparent to everyone, including Elyon. An Omega enters and informs us that lunch i
Elyon planned an evening barbecue party for us.My parents unfortunately won't be able to make it. They have border patrol duty, and by the time they return, it'll already be the next day. I will have already left by then. I truly hoped that extending our stay by a day would allow me to see them again, but sadly that's not going to happen. I'm definitely not eager to hang out with pack members who are aware that Elyon rejected me. It's bound to be an uncomfortable gathering. After tonight, the gossip mill within the pack will undoubtedly go into overdrive. I'm uncertain about Elyon's intentions or if he simply made a last-minute decision."Xena, I'm planning to take a nap so I can be refreshed for the barbecue party. See you later!"She gives an absent nod and makes her way over to the men, planning to spend the afternoon with them. I gather my belongings and make my way back into the packhouse toward my suite, heading directly to the bathroom for a quick refresh. Upo
When I awoke once more, I was still alone in the room.Based on the loud music outside, it's clear that the party is already in full swing. I glanced around for a clock and notice from the one sitting on my dresser that I'm almost two hours late. After a quick bath, I put on an old-fashioned dress that buttons up completely from neck to wrist, quite different from what I wore when Zane and I were together. Back then, my wardrobe was filled with elegant pieces by renowned designers.Today, I choose to dress modestly by covering as much of my body as possible.I have no intention of stirring Alex's interest, yet the glance he directed at me when I stepped onto the terrace, suggests he's already aware. I'm greeted by familiar faces all around. The atmosphere is lively and animated, with laughter and music filling the air. At the bar, I order a delightful Caribbean liquor, its rich aroma and flavor offer me a brief escape from everything else.Spending some time at the bar
Jonas's proposal lingers in my mind.Perhaps this is my opportunity. I'll start by staying in Brooklyn for a while, and once Paxton has come to terms with my decision, I can move forward and live my life further with Zane. It's becoming increasingly difficult to endure things with Alex, constantly devising escape plans and dealing with the confinement and psychological torment is truly overwhelming.We are once again with Elyon and his mate, and his eyes are constantly on me.Oh gosh, it's unbelievable how shameless he is. I can't imagine Alex not noticing either. Xena occasionally throws me a scowl, but really, shouldn't she be holding her mate accountable for his gross behavior? I don't do anything to attract his attention, in fact, I keep my distance from him entirely.The party goes on, and I hit the dance floor a few more times by myself, to enjoy well-known songs. Alex isn't really into dancing, he's more of an entertainer, which works just fine for me. The guys in the
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,