Chapter 1 Sheila's POVI ordered three shots of tequila, flashing a faint smile at the bartender. He returned a weak smile, filling the shots and placing them in front of me. I sat close to the bar counter in a Pythagorean bar, a drink house with a weird name, expectedly stocked with crazy people - humans and werewolves alike. The werewolf world is a complex one. A world where power and control rules leaving the weaklings to suffer in turmoil.As I gulped the first shot, I enjoyed the hot, savory taste on the roof of my mouth. The bar was filled with sweet scents of daisies. My heart skipped a beat as I fidgeted, my mind racing with thoughts of the future.I counted down the hours to my birthday, thinking about all the things I would do, experience, and explore. The thrill of the unknown sent a shiver down my spine, and I smiled to myself.I brought out my phone and visited some dating sites, hoping to find my mate or something. Suddenly, I heard a muffled whistle and turned. A man i
Chapter 2Sheila's POV My eyes opened to meet a lady __ a girl of about sixteen hovering above me with a little smile on her oval face. My eyelids fluttered open. My body ached. Pain radiates through my body as I try to sit ,my head pounding in rhythmic agony with each beat.The room’s fragrance was a nice blend of hibiscus flowers. A stark contrast to the dread creeping in my skin “ You need to lie still. Your body needs all the rest it can get." The girl said and stretched out her palm to my forehead. I flinched , my eyes crucified her. She withdrew back her frail hand. The girl was dressed in black short skirt and white polo shirt.“Who are you? Where am I?." I asked. My lips trembled . My eyes quickly scanned the room. It was beautiful,built and designed to suit a princess's taste.“You are in the Dark Moon pack’s territory. You are safe." The girl said and smiled.I immediately had a flashback and that was when I remembered everything. I massaged my neck, releasing the tensi
Chapter 3Sheila's POV *Two days later*I sat down inside a cold old cellar with shackles bound to my wrist and ankles. Darkness swirled in my mind, my body aching from the previous day's ordeal after spending a full day yesterday locked in a cell like a common criminal. After I had recovered and Shirley had helped me get a little bit acquainted with how things worked in the territory I found myself, Luca immediately got to hear I was fully recovered and ordered the guards to bundle me and keep me behind bars until the night of the Moon bonding ceremony inorder to prevent me from scurrying away like his other Lunas did. Taking me to the dungeon didn't go down without a fight. I tried to fight my way out of being dragged into a rathole but that ended with blows and kicks to the face that made my jaw hurt so badly I thought I would fall off.And now, I was seated in a cell,all alone, frustrated and ignorant of what the future had installed for me.The clanging keys echoed down the c
Chapter 4*The following morning*Sheila's POV I entered the dinning room, my heavy steps catching Luca's attention from his phone and his squinted eyes fix on me. A sinister smile spreads across his face as he enjoys my discomfort.“ Took you long enough to show up after I instructed Shirley to inform you I needed your attention in the dining room." “Was caught up with trying to get into this fancy dress you instructed me to put on ." I replied harshly, trying to muster up courage.“ That's quite impressive. You fascinate me. Didn't expect a lowlife and weak Omega like you to have a sharp tongue.”I frowned and Luca grinned broadly. His eyes glistened with amusement.“ I guess I'm nobody's puppet." I chuckled with dry humor.Luca gestured to the chair opposite him , indicating that he needed me to perch my butt on the seat.I hesitated for a while before reluctantly taking a seat. Assorted dishes displayed on the table made mouth water in hunger. I was famished.“Tea?." Luca as
Chapter 5Later at night Luca's POV The Moon shone brightly over the Dark Moon pack. An eerie shadow casts over the territory's wall. I sat down against my riffle, greasing and dusting off dirt that smeared to it. I was yet to hear from the search party I dispatched to look for Ella. My door creaked from a slight knock before and flung open. Hardin stepped in.“Any news from the search party on Ella yet?." I asked, anger flashed across my face.“They weren't able to trace her ____ . She's gone and moreover, you have a new mate now don't you? Why don't you quit with the chase?." Hardin asked,his lips curled in distaste.“ You don't understand Hardin. I want Ella found and executed. No one runs away from me without having a taste of my wrath.” “ I'll make sure she's found as soon as possible.” Hardin assured. His eyebrows arched as he unfolded an envelope." Alpha James sends his regards.” Hardin handed the letter to me .A sinister smile tugged away on my lips.A letter? Ryan, my i
chapter 6 Sheila’s POV “Ouch ____ watch where you are massaging Shirley!." I quacked, wincing in pain as Shirley applied much pressure against my bruised back. A hot trail of pain shot through my entire body as she withdrew her hand. We both sat down on the bed. I was out of the punishment room with raw bruises. Each bruise sending keen pain whenever Shirley damped on it with a towel. " Sorry ma'am.” Shirley apologized. Her voice is low and humble. Shirley dipped the towel back into the warm bowl of water, squeezed it and began to damp my back gently. As the towel touched my skin,my muscles relaxed and calmness seeped into my bones, easing the ache. “You need to be careful, Alpha Luca is quite ruthless___ and is very good at mentally breaking people." Shirley advised. Her voice laced with genuine concern that stirred a sparkle of warmth within me that I hadn't felt since I stepped foot into the dark Moon territory. I flinched when the towel grazed a raw spot. Shirley wi
Chapter 7James's POV I waltzed into the room where the pack elders were seated, waiting patiently for my presence before the council meeting kick-started. I took my seat on a wooden oak chair, crossed my legs over and adjusted my glasses.The elders were five in numbers. Each representing the four natural elements of water,air,earth and fire. And then the chief of the pack elders. Elder Claude. We sat around a round table with a chandelier light hung above the table, adding additional lighting to the room.“ We now begin this meeting!." Claude's voice, crackly and frail, echoed through the room. His voice quavered. An indication that he was heavily advanced in age. Silence swept across the room. “Who called this meeting and why did the person call for this impromptu gathering?." I asked. My eyes darted around.“Everyone has suddenly grown numb huh!?." I articulated." I __ I called for this meeting.” Claude finally found his tongue. Our eyes locked and his Adam apple bobbed. Ne
Chapter 8Sheila's POV “ Tell me ___ tell me everything. I want to know why Luca killed your parents." I leaned towards Shirley,took her hands,my gaze pierced deep into her soul, desperate for answers.“ It's a past I don't want to recall. A path I do not wish to track again .” Shirley answered,a soft sniffle escaped from her nose. Her eyes flickered with hurtful emotions.I stretched out my hand and patted her gently on the back." I am deeply sorry for your loss. It must have hurt really bad. Losing your parents must have made you lose your sanity and every emotion you held dear.” I said. My eyes narrowed in concern.“Your parents must have died for a good cause?." I whispered softly and Shirley nodded.Shirley's lips stretched out forcefully to a smile.“They were good people." Shirley accredited me and I sighed exhaustedly." It's okay__ I am way past that. I am way past the pain. I just had to move on and I have moved on.“ How were the other Luna's?". I cocked my head demandi
Chapter 30Luca’s POV “Any new or updates from those search parties?". I asked, my voice laced with inquisitiveness Joseph immediately sensed his presence behind me. Joseph lowered his head, shaking it slowly.“I am sorry to say these but they haven't returned. We haven't heard from them either and I wonder why their phones aren't working anymore. I'll dispatch a new team to continue the job. I am so sorry for the inconvenience.”I turned around, my gaze met Joseph's, rough and unwavering.“I hate delays, Joseph. Sheila must be found at all costs. Why can't your men do a clean simple job? What kind of men do I have as guards here? First they couldn't keep watch over Sheila and now that she has escaped, they couldn't even find her?” I snorted, feeling my rage climb to its climax.“I apologize for my shortcomings. I promise you that Sheila will be found before you realize it." Joseph reassured, his voice dripping with dedication.I paced around my office for a moment, my hands behind
Chapter 29Sheila’s POV I woke up to the deafening sound of wood. Kael was splitting firewood on his lawn. Despite being blind, he could do everything expertly.A knock remained me oncr again that I wasn't in the confines of Luca's territory or within the melancholic walls of my room. I was free and somewhat safe. The door opened and Shirley stepped in, a gentle smile on her face.Shirley came over and pulled open the window, allowing for a heavy influx of sunlight into the room.“Good morning milady. I hope you slept well despite how chilly it was last night." I stretched out, a yawn drowning my words “Of course Sheila. I had terrific night rest. How was your— night?.” I inquired, my eyes darting around the rooms as I trailed Shirley's movement.Shirley smiled, her cheeks flushed.“Mine was great. I had a fantastic dream."I raised a brow suddenly over intrigued.“A dream? That's fascinating. Tell me what's its about?". Shirley came to sit beside me, her face radiant with happine
Chapter 28James's POV “I thought we were to attack tonight, what happened?." Hardin asked immediately as he walked into the highrise balcony.“There's been a change of plans. We'll find better ways to attack the dark moon pack. For now we lay low." I assured myself over my shoulders.Hardin wasn't satisfied with my response. That was so bland. I had given him a mandate of getting his men ready earlier today in order for them to unleash terror on the dark moon pack and possibly rescue all the she-wolf victims held bondage by Luca.“But the men are prepared for battle." He asserted.I turned and faced hardin, my countenance demure.“You don't have to worry about anything. We'll raid Luca's pack some other times. I have a lot on my plate.” I spoke, taking a walk around the balcony, enjoying the cool night breeze.The view above was beautiful. The stars had aligned perfectly in the sky like little white gems surrounding a crescent luminous moon that illuminated the entire region. Toda
Chapter 27Sheila’s POV“This can't be my mother's. You don't know her. My parents died when I was still an infant." I chose to disagree. I tossed the diary aside, my eyes prickly with tears.The woman in the picture and I had a lot of resemblance. A striking resemblance that I couldn't deny. I was her carbon copy. Even a blind man would easily agree to it.“I wouldn't lie to you. I am delivering your mom's journal to you like I promised and swore I would. Believe me Sheila. I wouldn't lie to you." Samantha assured, studying my movement while consistently nodding her head.I chuckled sarcastically, unsure of what to say next.How does Scarlett expect me to trust a stranger I just met all because she claimed to know my parents?“I can't trust you Scarlett. We just met and besides, having my mom's journal isn't enough proof that you knew her. You could have stolen it. I need more logical reasons to believe you knew my mother. I was told she died in childbirth. My father was rumored t
Chapter 26Sheila’s POVFear crept into my bones as the haggard-looking woman led us deeper into her dilapidated bungalow. Candle holders bearing candles illuminated the entire building casting an eerie glow around the room. I could barely see Shirley's face or know the expression on the woman's face.“I need to keep you safe for the night, Sheila. Alpha Luca's men won't stop until you are found. You and your maiden can rest her for the night." Her words my heart skip a beat. She knows of my involvement with Luca. Who is this woman? What's her motive? Am I safe in her cabin? “How did you know my name? Who are you and how did you know I am running from Alpha Luca?” I inquired, my gaze locked onto the woman like a plague.She motioned for Shirley and me to take a seat. A small smile tugged on her lips faltered when I shook my head.“We are fine standing. Why don't you answer my question?." I cocked my head, maintaining an impassive face.The old woman smiled softly again, the dimly li
Chapter 25Sheila's POV “Are you alright?." Shirley asked when she noticed that I had stopped running and was resting against a tree trunk to catch my breath.I nodded, sweat dripping down my forehead. “I am perfectly fine, just tired,” I responded through gritted teeth.Shirley retreated and came to stand on the tree trunk beside me.We were lost in the woods, in the middle of nowhere trying to catch our breaths. Everything was complicated but now felt more assuring and soothing like inhaling the air of freedom. “We need to keep moving. We don't have time to relax and chill out. Alpha Luca's men are after us as we speak. They would have noticed that you are no longer within the pack walls and his Majesty would do anything to make sure his Luna is brought back home." Shirley was right. A guard had spotted me escaping already. It wouldn't take long for words to reach Luca if it hadn't by now. “I guess you are right. Luca's men are already on the move. One of the guards saw me le
Chapters 24Luca's POV Words had reached me immediately. It had to reach me as soon as the incident happened. As my anger bubbled to the surface, I wished I wasn't at my lowest tonight. “How could you allow this to happen? What's the meaning of this, Joseph?” I inquired, pacing around the room as confusion dealt me a heavy blow.“Forgive my incompetency. It's my fault. “ Joseph slightly bowed his head observing references to Luca who was undoubtedly his superior.I gritted my teeth, short on words.“You think asking for my forgiveness is going to fix this? In a scenario like this, you are the next charge but you always fuck things up and now Sheila is on the run and her maid is nowhere to be found. What kind of a cock and bull story are you feeding my ears?”. I stopped pacing and revamped my hair. What sort of incident should this be called?.”Joseph had always been a problem. Having him as a Beta wasn't ideal. I never liked Joseph. I had despised him. If one could reject my Beta,
Chapters 23Sheila's POV The D-day was finally here. The feast of the Moon goddess. Loud local bands and instruments filled the night air as the celebration kink started. No one wanted to be left out of the celebration. I stood by my window looking down at the celebration. Shirley had begun preparation a day before. She had made sure escaping wouldn't be hard and I prayed fervently that I wouldn't.Pacing around my room, my heart raced in fear. What if I was caught? What if our plan fails? The uncertainty of the future frightened me.The creaking sound of my door feared me. I quickly turned around, alerted. Shirley walked in. Her steps are urgent.“How's the preparation? What's happening?.” I asked impatiently taking my seat on the bed while she sat beside me, her ragged breath filling the air.“In a minute or two, the guards stationed to watch over you would leave the front and head towards Luca’s room. We'll wait and whenever we notice them leave will —.” Shirley halted when she
Chapters 20James POV Roberta walked into my room without knocking. That annoyed me because I wasn't aware she was visiting my pack and I wasn't in a good mood to receive visitors into my pack. Roberta walked over and hugged me from behind, making me flinch. I wrenched her away, turning to face her. My eyes radiating pure hatred Roberta was the love of my life as a teenager growing up to respect women. She meant everything to me. She was beautiful and I respected her for her humility. At the age of seventeen, we bonded against the wish of my father and we began to date ourselves. We had good times together and I was glad to have her as my own until I caught her in bed with my father one day when I had returned home without informing anyone. My father was remorseful and begged for my forgiveness. He pleaded guilty to sleeping with Roberta and after a few weeks of keeping malice with him, I finally forgave him. Meanwhile, Roberta wasn't in any way remorseful for sleeping with my