Ezra's POV"Did you see her face, Luna? It was priceless!" Gia exclaimed.We are inside of my room, resting. Gia is fixing my closet. I told her to stop it since we had a long day and I wanted to give her a rest, but she wouldn't. She says she's not comfortable doing anything.I understand her. The first week that I was proclaimed as Luna, I was not used to not doing slave things."I did not do it to get my revenge against her," I clarified.*I know, Luna. I just love the look on her face when the guests give you applause."I shake my head while chuckling. Just like what I said, I am doing this to clear my name. This is not only for me but also for the future of my baby.I lay my back comfortably on my bed. My hands instinctively rest on top of my belly and gently caress it.I do not know how to inform Ryler about this. He's gone for almost two weeks now and no one has ever informed me where he is and what he is doing. I am so close to thinking that maybe he is indeed cheating.My min
Ezra's POVMy heart is beating fast as I hurriedly toss my clothes that Gia folded onto my luggage. I did not mind the hours that Gia spent just to neatly fold my clothes.I keep glancing at the door, scared that someone might barge in or Gia still suddenly knock.I opened the last drawer of my closet."These are the last clothes," I whispered to myself as I looked at the pair of running shoes.I have several shoes left, but I realized I won't need those. Also, I already have one huge luggage and a duffel bag. I do not know where I am heading so I should consider the weight of my bags.I pull up the ledge of my luggage and hook the duffel bag on my left shoulder. I caress my belly and take a deep sigh.I filled up my lungs with courage before heading to my door and stepping out."Where are you going, Luna?"I almost jumped in my place when I heard Gia right behind me.I let out an exhausting sigh before facing her casually and smiling.Gia looked at me from head to toe with her furrow
Ezra's POVI kicked the large rock in front of us so it wouldn't go on our way."This reminds me of our village," I commented.We are in the middle of nowhere. It's been two hours since we left the pack without anyone noticing. I see nothing other than tall trees with big roots that have tripped us over from the past hours."Really? What does your village look like, Luna?" Gia asked. She's walking a few steps ahead of me, guiding me to wherever place she suggested.Gia said it was a safe place and she guaranteed me that no one would find me there. I trust her on that."Similar to this. It is a small village that is surrounded by trees. Everyone in our village knows each other by name or by face since our houses are close to each other," I said.What I said is partly true except that I did not tell her the part where our house is far from other villagers because my father and brother is always doing a 'hunt'. Well, according to them, they are hunting. But in reality, they are actually
Ezra’s POVI am sitting stiffly on the wooden chair as if I am being held captive. In front of me are three chairs with three women sitting on them.“G-Good morning…” I stuttered.I blink my eyes uncontrollably and clear my throat silently. I brush my hair with my fingers, conscious that I might look like a mess.I just woke up a moment ago because I felt someone staring at me. And I was not wrong. Right when I opened my eyes, I saw two women staring at me with a curious look on their faces.I remember how my scream almost reached throughout the forest and how my heart sank because of shock.“Luna, I’m really really sorry about what my mother and grandmother did–”I cut off Gia by shaking my head and awkwardly smiled. “I-It’s okay. They have the right to check who I am,” I replied.I was sleeping in Gia's room. And like what I said, when I woke up, I saw her mother and grandmother looking at me. At that time, I still did not know that they were her family. Also, Gia was not there in h
95 Ryler’s POV “In the count of three…” I give them a heads up. “1… 2… 3. Shoot!” Three shots of gunfire were heard. I look on the other side and saw Clemento. I nod at him. When he got my cue, he ordered his soldiers to march inside the house as we cover them. “We can surely capture Edgar tonight, Alpha,” Roman commented while he attentively watch the soldiers barge the house. I know we will. From the past years, I am only holding back. He is walking freely because I am letting him. He is not that hard to find and capture. I am just buying time for my own benefit. A man who fears nothing is not scared of death. If I ever captured him without knowing what he feared, it will all be useless. I want him to know what I felt when he killed my parents. I want him to suffer like how he let those victims of him suffer for years. After getting a hand of her daughter and wife, I realized that he doesn’t care about his family at all. He is not scared if they lose them. What he is scared
Ryler's POV"ARGHHH!" I am walking towards the last cell here in the dungeon when a scream echoed in the whole place.Just like our dungeons where we place our cells, this place is also dark and is located underground. It is a perfect place to torture and kill those who needs to be erased in this world.The torch hanging on the walls of the dungeon guides me inside the dark and enclosed place.When I reached the cell, I saw Clemento and Cresento, along with the other five guards, standing in front of Edgar.His hands and ankles were chained. His hands are tied up while his feet are chained on the corners of the cell.The Whitlocks looked at my direction after sensing my presence. It doesn't take long before Roman joined me.He jogged towards me and bow his head to the Whitlocks as a sign of greeting."Since you are already here, we should start," Cresento said."You may go first," Clemento said. He stepped aside and revealed to me the table full of weapons. Therr are hammers, chains,
Ryler's POVI am walking to the hall straight to the meeting room where we always conduct meeting with the Whitlock. It's been months since I go back here from time to time that I can already memorize every corner of their pack territory."Alpha..." Roman called.I paused and looked at him. He looks concerned."What is it?""About what Edgar said..."I did not wait for him to finish what he is saying and look straight ahead to continue walking."We will learn everything later on, Roman. I need to hear everything," I said, whispering the last sentence to myself.What Edgar said shocked me. I do not even know if what he said was true.I reach out to the door knob, twist it, and pushed it open. When I stepped in, I was welcomed by Clemento and Cresento, both are sitting on their designated seats."Mind to tell me what the f*ck is happening?" I asked coldy. But I guess, no matter how strong I paint myself to other people, at certain times, I felt weak.My legs started to hardened and my c
Ryler's POV"Grimrose Celestine is a minor... She was born on March 16, 2005.""We tried everything we could, Ryler. But her wolf won't still meet her.""I left her with Brian and Gleck. They are using pain and pleasure to help her with her wolf.""Ryler, if your mate could not bear an heir for the pack, then what is that fight all about? You fought with Mrs. Renieval and the whole pack for this."The words from the mouths of the people around me echoed inside of my brain. Those are the comments that I received whil we are all working out for Celestine to meet her wolf."F*ck," I uttered to myself."Do not blame yourself, Alpha. You have no idea that she is a minor," Roman said, trying to comfort me.I shake my head. That's not the f*cking point. I let others touch her even though I know she's my mate. I did forgive myself from doing that before when I grew my love for her, but after discovering that she is a minor, it gets harder to forgive myself.I won't lie. I admit it. Through t
Celestine’s POV“OMG. You’re so gorg, princess!” Gia exclaimed. I shyly smiled at her. I am still not used of getting compliments. I look at my reflection in the mirror. The glittery halter top dress shines bright and makes my fair skin dominate.Gia lean towards me and levels her face into mine. We both look at the mirror.“You look like a godess of light!” she commented.I chuckled and slightly shakes my head.“Stop it, Gia!” I softly and playfully hit her arm.She made me stand as we both walk in front of the full-length mirror.“See? You look pretty!” I smiled. I reach for the hem of my dress and lift it a little. I made a small sway to see how the skirt of the dress will move.“I do not know why I have to dress this way. It will be torn anyway.”Gia sighed. “Even so. This is the day that you will transform! This is the day that you will meet your wolf.”“Can I just do this privately?” I asked.I swear, I have no idea how many times I tried everyone around me, including Ryler,
Celestine's POVMy heart is pounding hard yet slow. I tried to maintain a straight face so no one would notice the chaos inside of me.I lift my chin and look straight ahead. I can sense Ryler's presence on my back, but I did not date look back at him until we reached the balcony just across teh dinning area."What do you want to talk about?" I asked.I do not know why I am acting this way. Indeed, I told him to give me space. But I won't lie. My heart feels warm whenever he visits me and tries to court me. It is true that I do not want to go back to the Midnight Shadow pack. However, the thought of him not pursuing me to go back with him also hurts me. "I know you do not want to rush things, Celestine." He inserted his hand into his pocket and look straight into my eyes."But...?" I continued.I can sense in his tone that he wants to say something."The pack is already looking for an heir. I cannot disclose to them about you and the baby. I do not want to put pressure on you."I gu
Celestine’s POVA short silence enveloped the table. I can sense my father’s eyes on me, probably wondering if I know any of this.On the other hand, I look at my brother, thinking the same thing. Did he call him?Clement noticed the weight of my stare and looked back at me. He then shrugs his shoulders and continues eating.Well, based on how he is acting, I think he is unaware of this.“Midnight Shadow Pack? Isn’t that the pack where you came from?” Briner asked, breaking the silence.I darted my eyes at him. “Yep.” I avoided my gaze at him and went back to eating. “Ohh, alright,” he murmured.He caught my attention. “Alright, what?” I asked.He raises his hand in front. “Nothing. It just comes to mind that he is possibly your ex-mate.”“He is,” my brother answered. “Should we let him in?” he asked my father.My brows furrow. Why is he only asking Father and not me? Clement directed his head at me after noticing my heavy gaze.“Do you want him here?” he innocently asked.Thought you
Celestine’s POVLoryna is helping me get ready for dinner later. We are here in my room as she currently curling the tips of my hair.I do not know who we are going to meet. Clement doesn’t want to tell me. All he said was his family and ours are close friends. He also emphasized that he is single and an Alpha.“You look exactly like your mother, gorgeous,” Loryna commented. Her hands gently rest on my shoulders as we both look at my reflection in the vanity mirror in front of us.I flashed a small smile. The glam team that my brother hired to doll me up did a great job. My cheekbones are enhanced, they made my eyelashes longer, and the rosy blush cheeks perfectly complimented my fair skin.What I did not like was my hair. They tied my hair in a messy bun. It did look good on me, but I am not comfortable with my hair tied up and exposing my neck. I got too shy to ask them to repeat it, so I just told Loryna to fix my hair right after the team left.“It’s probably the makeup,” I replie
Celestine’s POV“I will court you, Celestine. I will show you that I am worth the risk… again.”I take a deep breath while staring at the sky blue peaceful sky. The sun is shining brightly but gladly, it doesn’t hurtfully strike through my skin. Hit by the blinding light of the sun along with the warm breeze of the wind here on my small balcony, it feels refreshing.My head turned on my closed door when I heard three consecutive knocks. “Come in,” I confidently replied.There are only a few people who knock on my door. Whoever it was, I am pretty sure I won’t be awkward to face them with my morning face.I tied tightly my robe around my waist while I watched the door push open from the other side.“Good morning,” Clement greeted.I smiled at him. “Morning,” I replied.“May I come in?”“Sure.”Clement closed the door behind him after he stepped inside. He then walks towards me.“You like the balcony?” he asked.I chuckled. “Yeah. I love watching the sunrise.”“You should have got the r
Celestine's POV"Let him in..." my brother ordered.'Oh, dear God. What is he even doing here?!look at my brother. The smirk on his face indicates that this won't go well."What are you planning, Clement?" I asked.He glances at me while I throw a dagger-looking gaze at him."Nothing much. I just want to talk to your ex-boyfriend," he shrugged.Clement stood on his seat and buttoned his coat. He fixes his necktie as if he is preparing for a formal meeting."Ryler isn't my ex-boyfriend," I clarified and avoided my gaze.In my peripheral vision, I can feel the weight of his mocking stares at me. I look in his direction and bravely lift my chin up, giving him equal intensity as his stares.Clement cockily looks at me with his left eyebrow shot up. "Not your ex? Then what is he? Still your boyfriend?"I pushed my tongue on the inside of my left cheek. The smirk on Clement's lips grew wider.He isn't my boyfriend. He is my mate! We did not even enter that phase. We went straight to the ma
Ryler's POV"Ryler? Ryler!"I just got out of my car and now, Laura's high-pitched voice welcomed me.My chest is rising up and down out of frustration. I unbutton my coat and pull my tie to loosen it around my neck.Laura closes our gap by jogging towards me. I faced her, slightly irritated. "What?" I asked coldly.In my peripheral vision, I saw Roman getting out of the car. Laura glances at him before pouting at me."S-So.. is it true? Is that girl really a Princess?" she asked."Yes," I answered.1 did not wait for her to process what I said and started walking back inside the house. I sensed Roman following me from behind. It took Laura a couple of seconds before I heard her footsteps chasing us.She grabbed my arm and blocked my way, making me stop.I look at her with nothing in my eyes. I am in no mood to deal with her. This day made me exhausted and all I want is to enter my room."Get out of my way," I coldly said.Instead of listening to me, Laura clutched her hands on the si
Celestine’s POVI am caressing my belly while resting here in my newly renovated room. I am amazed at how fast Loryna changed the whole interior and the arrangement of the room. I was out with my brother and father for a couple of hours, and when I got back in here, my plain pearl-white room was now replaced by a beige and a more lively atmosphere.Loryna was not already here when I got back. I roam my eyes around. Aside from the light atmosphere, there are also indoor plants placed on the hanging cabinets on the wall of my room. I smiled. They say greens are good for the eyes. I don’t know if it’s true, but staring at these calm-looking plants, I think they were right. I was enjoying the simple view here in my room when I heard a knock on my door.“Celestine, may I come in?” Clement asked. I smiled. We were just together a while ago but he’s already here again. “Yeah, sure,” I replied. The door was pushed open from the other side. Clement stepped inside while carrying a mug of I
Celestine’s POV “Where do you want to start?” My father asked. We just finished eating our meal. All I have in my mind right now is to know my pack. “U-Uhmm…” To be honest, I do not know what to answer. I may be a Luna in the Midnight Shadow pack, but I am completely new to this pack. I do not know any of their law. “What about the basic rules here in the pack?” I suggested. “That’s good. But I suggest you start with the people inside the house,” Clement said. He reaches for my hand that is resting on the table and caress it with his thumb. “I know you are eager to take back the life that was stolen from you. We want it too. But you do not have to rush, Celestine. You have forever to know us,” he added. I smiled at him. Now I completely understand why I felt this way when I first saw him. I was indeed intimidated because he came from an influential family and pack, but out of all the people in power who I have met, he’s the first one I get comfortable with. “Clement is right