We had been back in Paxton for nearly a week, and I still hadn't found the courage to tell Alex about my pregnancy.My heart ached knowing that Zane, the father of my child, still didn't know about the life growing inside me. He truly deserved to be aware that we were having our first baby. Yet if I told him, I was certain he'd come straight here and try to take me away. That was something I couldn't allow; the pack would surely kill him. As much as I'd love for him to share this joy with us, it was a risk too great to take.To begin with, I needed to move from here and settle in another city as planned. Once Alex and his pack moved on from this ordeal, Zane and I could be together.With Alex always nearby, I hadn't been able to call Jonas yet.Only with his help could I get to Brooklyn. Fortunately, I still had the credit cards Zane gave me, providing enough funds for travel. I was planning to withdraw a large sum of money from an ATM at the local shopping center and then move ahead
Alpha Alex's Point of ViewI could tell my mate was unhappy here and wanted to leave. I frequently noticed the despair on her face, so I instructed the Head Warrior to closely monitor her whenever she left the packhouse, even if it was just for a walk. Additionally, Johnston always had to accompany her when she wished to go beyond our territory, such as visiting the mall or other places. I was worried she might cause herself harm.I was aware that she often used public phones to make calls. I held onto her cell phone because I couldn't risk her calling others for help in escaping. She belonged here as the Luna of Paxton, a role ordained by the Moon Goddess.Her indifference towards me was incredibly frustrating; it was clear that the mate bond wasn't affecting her either. This connection, crafted by the Moon Goddess herself, was meant to foster unity between mates and evoke deep feelings of love and desire. The bond's pull typically ensured an intense attraction between us that drove
Still Johnston’s Point of ViewI was positioned in front of my mate's apartment building all week. It was difficult to overlook her extravagant lifestyle, as she didn't work yet frequently brought home bags from high-end shopping sprees. According to Becca, she requested two million from Zane, and it seemed he complied with her demands.Each afternoon, she drove to Zane's house and rang the doorbell like a madwoman.However, he never answered. Unaware that he had disabled the bell so it couldn't be heard inside, she persisted in her efforts daily. And he was right; her approach was a bit overzealous.Zane had the ability to obtain a restraining order, but he appeared to be considering her condition. Her bothersome behavior might be due to pregnancy hormones. Additionally, he was keeping in mind that she could be carrying his children and didn't want any disruptions in their relationship, which would likely happen if he took legal action.Today, I witnessed an unusual scene as a strang
Still Johnston’s Point Of ViewBecca is pregnant!The revelation hangs in the air, like a bombshell that briefly renders me speechless.My thoughts rush as I attempt to grasp the implications.“Pregnant?” I managed to say, my voice barely above a whisper. “Do you still believe that hurting Zane will solve anything? It'll only make things worse, Alex.”This situation is becoming increasingly complex. Poor Zane would make an excellent father, especially since the child's mother is Becca, whom he loves deeply and with great happiness.It's such a disaster.The woman Zane despises the most insists that her children are his and wants to become his wife."This is an unforeseen development," I acknowledged. "Given this new information, it seems wise to reject her and seek a second chance mate."His fist slams down hard on his desk."Johnston, why are you speaking nonsense? Have you forgotten that Becca is my fated mate and I'm an Alpha? Are you trying to ruin me?" he thundere
If the introduction of the Luna a few weeks ago was already a grand celebration, then Alex's announcement that he's expecting his first pup with Becca sends shockwaves through the pack.The news strikes like a bolt of lightning, shaking the very foundations of Paxton. No one anticipated this, Becca has only been part of the pack for a month, it's far too soon for such news.As charming as always, Alex effortlessly persuaded the pack that he and Becca had been in contact well before she officially arrived in Paxton to become his Luna. His story is eagerly accepted by everyone, overshadowed by the thrill of the Alpha family growing. The pack's excitement drowns out any murmurs of doubt, but no one seems to notice the despair etched on Becca's face, her smile rigid and void of warmth.Her eyes are hollow and she hasn't taken the time for makeup or festive clothing.The contrast between the pack's euphoria and her inner turmoil is striking. After graciously accepting their congratulations
"However, there's something important you need to be aware of regarding the pup's father."The room becomes silent after the Beta's word. Alex's jaw tightens and an unusual emotion briefly crosses his face. He's now fully attentive, earlier, Johnston had been unwilling to share any information about his competitor with him.The Alpha signaled to his Beta to carry on. Johnston's mention of the father of his mate's pup was unsettling since he had already declared it his own.Johnston spoke firmly, his brows furrowed as he addressed his Alpha."The father has white-blonde hair, while you and Becca both have black hair. If the pup takes after its mother in terms of hair color, there’s no issue. But if the baby ends up with brown or blond locks like the father, how will you explain it?"Alex's eyes widened, surprised by Johnston's bluntness. This possibility hadn't even occurred to him before, after all, he had never seen this man.“Imposing a duty of silence on the doctor and nurses won'
Johnston’s Point Of View Alex's eyes widened as shock and rage struggled for control over his expression. My words obviously struck him with the force of a ton of bricks."Johnston! What do you say! Your mate is expecting a child with Becca's fiancé?" Alex exclaimed incredulously. All I can do is nod.This is the most humiliating situation your mate can put you in, forcing you to admit that she's involved with other women's husbands.Despite my longing for her, discussing how her lightheartedness affects others and disrupts their lives is incredibly painful."And that's not all, Alex. It gets even worse, she had an secret affair with Delta Lance. Just last night, I saw her at her apartment with another man. She was trying to end their friends with benefits relationship, but he refused to accept it," I whispered in utter humiliation.Alex's eyes bulge and horror spread over his face. The more I talk about my mate, the worse the picture gets. Noticing th
Johnston’s Point of ViewToday, I planned to reach out to my mate, not just for my sake but primarily to preserve the relationships of those I held dear. I got into my car and drove to Human Town once more.I purchased a vibrant bouquet from the florist. I selected yellow roses, adding a lonely daisy in between. On the card, I jotted down my phone number along with "an admirer." Upon arriving at Marelva's upscale apartment complex, I stepped out of the car and made my way to the receptionist."Hello, I would like to leave this for Miss Marelva in apartment 68," I mentioned.The woman gave a sour smile, but I acted as if I hadn't seen it. It seemed my mate's reputation had become quite familiar to everyone by now."Could you ensure she receives it promptly? It includes a card." She took the bouquet and placed it in the mail department, marking it with the room number. Confident that Marelva would receive my gift, I headed to a nearby bar to pass the time while waiting for her call. I f
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,