Annatoria’s POVWhy do the poor have to suffer?Why do young kids have to suffer? Memories of yesterday kept colliding in my head. My brain constantly flew back to that scene at the dumpsite. Two years ago, I wandered like that, and I can tell you—it’s not an easy thing.I walked under the sun and rain, searching for food and shelter, haunted by rogues. My life was under terror and I only lived, unsure of whether I was going to see the next day. It all lasted until I met him-Asher.“What do you want?” I asked Gaius as soon as he barged into my room.“Learn how to knock on the door," I yelled.“Why were you crying yesterday?” he asked, his eyes travelling to something on my notebook.“Oh! I was just a bit stressed, that’s all,” I lied.Why on earth would he want to know why I was crying?“I want you to leave, please. I need time for myself,” I told him, pressing my index finger and thumb to my temple.“Okay, bye then,” he shrugged lightly before slamming the door shut. A smile appear
Chapter 20: Looming DesiresJessica had been managing the hospital well, proving herself to be a reliable and efficient worker. Annatoria trusted her well enough to leave her hospital in her care. Under her care, everything ran smoothly, allowing Annatoria to focus on other pressing matters without constant worry. It was a relief—one less thing to occupy her already overwhelmed mind.Yet, despite the stability of the hospital, another issue loomed in the back of her mind. The message! When Annatoria confronted Asher about it, his reaction was immediate and telling. He dismissed it without hesitation and, before she could press further, he ran off with Chingu, making it clear he was avoiding the conversation.But she wasn’t going to let him off that easily.m.there had to be a reason– a reason he funded her hospital with $100,000. For days, she waited, watching him carefully, observing his every move, waiting for the right moment. And then, just when she had almost given up, he spok
---Chapter 21: The AgendaOne Month LaterLoreen stood before Manga, a sly smile playing on her lips as she bowed. She knew what she brought for him was something that would excite him."My Lord, I bring news," she announced as her eyes locked on his.Manga's dark eyes glinted with interest. "Speak.""I've found the perfect time to strike. She's finally leaving Moon Crest Pack's protection, making her an easy target."Manga's lips curled into a devilish grin. Finally, the time had come—his long-awaited moment to strike, to take revenge."And your agents?" he questioned."In place and awaiting orders," Loreen confirmed, then added with a beam, "I must thank you, My Lord, for making my dream come true."But Manga barely acknowledged her gratitude. Instead, he turned, striding out of the dimly lit chamber, his zoot suit clinging to his powerful and elegant body frame.As soon as the door shut behind him, Loreen sucked her teeth. "That bastard."The time was perfect—flawless.If he could
“Who's this woman everyone seems to talk about? I heard someone talk about the strange female Alpha, who's she?" Radolf questioned his Beta, Mario.“I don't know too, news has it, that her identity is hidden" He respectfully responded. For weeks, Radolf had been in love with the woman whom everyone talked about. Some said she was human while some said she was a feral like them. Of course she was human because if she wasn't, how would she have set a pack up?As he settled on the dining table, he examined Loreen. He'd been observing her since he saw the letter and if it wasn't about her, who else was it about??Her name was mentioned in it. Someone surely knew about a certain doing of hers. “Darling_” He made attempt to ask her but, he gave it a second thought. "Yes, honey” She responded, holding her glass of milk. " It's nothing. I just wanted to say you look more beautiful this morning” He diverged.Elders had been reporting her since the Coronation day but he decided to let thei
Everyone in the hall ran outside only to meet the new members..... Some of them were outside. It was simply an alert that they'd set the fire. A large fire was set in the middle of the big field. Pups stood round it, forming a circle while the whole pack members stood round them, making an even bigger circle. "This is beautiful," Asher remarked, his eyes fixed on the pups who were preparing to perform. Old, wooden drums that were made of animal skin were beaten by the youth. The whole atmosphere smelled of fresh roses..... a sign that their Alpha was truly and extremely happy. She hadn't been extremely happy and free like that. It was the first time in her. life. "You smell so beautiful, Annatoria" Asher whispered, making her chuckle. As the first beat of the drum sounded, the kids moved rhythmically to the beat. Their accurate body movements and cheerful expression prompted the. crowd to cheer. That was it! The dance of the moon goddess, happening under t
A sigh of relief escaped Asher's lips as her hand touched his cheeks. He'd watched her dance accurately to the sound of the drum but what he wants expecting was when she collapsed. "I'm fine, Asher" She spoke, her voice more healthy and sound. "Alpha," Gaius and Jessica excitedly ran over to the room, and wrapped their arms around her. Everyone was tensed when she collapsed but thank Selena! She was fine in less than an hour. Chingu ran to her arms as she sat, looking agile and more beautiful. Her skin glowed as the little wolf pup dragged his tongue on it. "Please, excuse me" She told everyone else in the room, holding Asher to stay back. "What's the problem?" Asher breathed, sitting opposite her. "I'm scared, Ash" She whispered, her brows furrowed as her voice was laced with fear. "What exactly are you scared of?" Asher asked, placing his hand on her shoulder. "What might be coming. I have a feeling that something is coming that we do not know of" Annatoria c
Chapter 25: “It’s dangerous, I can't lose you” About 5 days later............. Annatoria had accepted the Alpha King's invitation to the Annual Alphas' party and since Asher was invited as well, she had no problems. She was fine since he was going to be my her side. "Asher, should we leave by 5pm?" Annatoria asked him, smiling with one cheek. "Anytime you pick is the best" Asher responded, a sly smile on his lips as well. "In the letter, they included that I would be awarded. Please, go with me when the time to receive the award comes" Annatoria playfully pleaded and he nodded before he suggested that he come to her own pack and from there, they would proceed to the Alpha King's quarters. She dashed into her bathroom and got washed up and of course, one of the pack members insisted on dolling her up. "What's your name?" Annatoria asked with a soft and gentle tone. "My name is Christine, Alpha..... Christine Douglas" The young lady in her late twenties answered
Axel had been searching for her since she spoke to him. He noticed something different about her and when he regained his senses, he couldn't find her around. Something seemed off about her aura, her scent, her demeanor.His wolf could tell. “Where's Jessica?”He asked both the young and old, the warriors, cleaners, maids, working class, Omegas and anyone he came across. Her room seemed untouched… ..her bed was neatly spread, the clothes were intact and nothing seemed touched. Even her scent lingered in the atmosphere. He was almost going crazy. No one seemed to know where exactly she was. “I've not seen her since yesterday,sir " A middle-aged maid in the house answered, clenching the hem of her apron.He'd been searching since last evening….. Gaius also was being suspicious about it, avoiding Axel's eyes each time he passed. “Was she kidnapped?" “Did she flee?" Different thoughts collided in Axel's head. He didn't know what exactly had happened but he knew she couldn't run away f
Chapter 37: His Regret. The familiar scent of blood and damp earth filled the air as they approached the scene. The search team stood in a tense semi-circle, their faces grim under the moonlight.The body lay partially covered by a thin layer of dirt and fallen leaves, as if someone had tried to hide it in a hurry.Axel forced himself to look at the body. It was a female's. Torn clothes. Deep gashes along the arms and neck. But the most disturbing detail was the missing eyes.A sick feeling settled in her chest.Axel exhaled sharply. "It’s not Jessica.”One of the scouts shook his head. " We don’t know who she is, Beta."Axel knelt beside the corpse for careful examination as his eyes trailed every single part of her body. “Pack it up," He muttered, leaving the scene for fresh air as his eyes became misty. He had his hopes high, expecting to at least, see her body but to his surprise, it wasn't even hers. “Round up and let's leave," He sighed. This wasn't the first time of buryi
Chapter Title: Radolf! The Moment That Almost Was intense….Asher’s wolf howled in his mind.“ Kiss her. I want her” For the first time in a long time, Asher didn’t fight it. He took a slow step forward, his pulse quickening as he neared her. Annatoria turned, her eyes meeting his, and for a split second, something unreadable flickered across her face.Was it longing? Uncertainty?His fingers twitched at his sides. He wanted to close the space between them, tilt her chin up, and-Boom! The doors flung open."Alpha Asher! Miss Annatoria!" Axel’s voice rang out, breathless, urgent. His eyes were wide, his usual composed demeanor shattered by whatever he had just seen but at that moment, he wasn't really concerned. .Annatoria stepped back instantly, the atmosphere between her and Asher snapping like a fragile thread.“What happened?” she asked, already on edge as she waited for his response..Axel swallowed hard. "The search team found a body. We’re heading there now.”The tension in
Chapter 35: The Haunting Past. Annatoria's eyes glared in disbelief as she held the empty envelope. It was another letter from the Alpha King.Asher smiled again."It's an invitation. We'll surely attend it. It says the Annual Alphas' party was canceled because you didn’t show up, Alpha Annatoria," Asher explained."Oh! I don't have time for this," she sighed.She sat on her favorite couch, obviously tired, rubbing her temples."Why do they keep insisting?" she asked him."Because they can't ignore you even if you ignore them," Asher murmured."But I stopped being part of their world the moment I left Ember Wolves. Have you forgotten?" She let out a dry chuckle."Oh! But you hold power, remember?" Asher countered. "More than you think," he added.She exhaled sharply, tossing the envelope onto the table. "I have more important things to do—like building my own pack and getting my son back."Asher's smile faded slightly. "I understand that, but you can't avoid them forever. Sooner or l
Chapter 33: Secrets from the deep. No one could pretend forever.A lie, no matter how well-crafted, would always crack under the weight of truth. Some took months, others years—but eventually, the mask would slip. It could not last longer than destined. The old bald wizard, wrapped in a thick black cloak, moved slowly toward the Ember Wolves' Pack. His beard, long and white, swayed slightly as the wind carried whispers of an ancient past. His journey had been long, his feet weary, but his purpose was unwavering….. delivering the message.He sought the Alpha, but for what? What message? As he reached the pack’s entrance, the guards stiffened. Their hands hovered over their weapons, eyes narrowed in suspicion as they scanned him. He carried no visible threat, yet something about him made their wolves restless.“I seek the Alpha—Alpha Radolf of this pack,” the man declared in a voice that cut through the air like steel.The guards exchanged glances. Was this an attack? A test? A chall
Chapter 33: Sparks Annatoria out of shock, took several steps away from him as he struggled to breath. He couldn't inhale, his airways were constricted. Asher walked towards him but, was stopped by Annatoria. But that was as if calling his name wasn't enough, he charged towards Manga. “He's one of us," She said sharply as soon as he raised his hand to thrust into his heart.His hand hung midway as he listened to Annatoria. “He's on the verge of death…. Please, let him go” Annatoria begged, moving close to Asher. Asher released him and in the twinkle of an eye, Manga took to his heels.He ran as fast as his legs could carry him, heavily panting. “Why can't he shift?" The question popped in Annatoria's head as she watched him run off. ________________________“My baby?" Nyx, the woman in the room kept repeating quietly as her palm rested gently on her belly. Hot sobs escaped her lips as she layed on the bed. How did she become pregnant? It was something such a person like her d
Chapter 32: Manga's Desperate Escape. Annatoria rolled from one side of her bed to the other. She couldn't sleep and now, Chingu Moon was in her arms. “What do you want, little buddy?" She said softly fondled it's fur. It made the normal cute sounds every dog made and that seemed to annoy her. "Let's go to sleep then,” She said, patting it's back. "Prepare your army. He's coming” The dog finally said something just as it was about to sleep. She stiffened. What did it mean? Of course, it was no one different from Manga. She had a feeling that they were coming but, she didn't want to rush. She wanted to take her time to reason and think about it…..to avoid total defeat. When it was daybreak, she summoned a meeting with those she'd appointed as head of army, head of Weapons storage, head of war strategies, the five elders of the pack and Asher. “How many army does this pack have now?" She asked Alaric, the head of Army. He was a tall, and muscular young man with a face and hea
Chapter 31: Manga's Forewarning “I'm sorry, Radolf" Candace muttered close to his ear, her breasts touching his chest. Radolf's eyes followed every movement of her boobs. His morning erection felt the heat between her thighs. "Leave,” Radolf ordered Candace and of course, she had no choice than to excuse him. Radolf pulled Loreen closer, her nipples becoming hard as he fondled them."I've forgiven you…..it's fine now" He pouted. She unbuckled his belt, as her hand crawled into his pants. She held his schlong, her palm stroking it. She wanted to make this one different from the other times……unique and memorable. She stroked it with one hand, packing her hair with the other hand. As soon as she was done packing her hair, she knelt beside him.Radolf moaned as she stroked his hard, bouncy, long cock. On other days, she'd ask him to penetrate into her but today, she was asking for something different. She kissed the cap with her lips, sending tingles down his spine. For a moment
Chapter 30: Hidden IDThe grand hall of Berlin’s International Medical Summit was filled with top doctors, researchers, and investors from all over the world. Asher adjusted his suit, feeling slightly out of place among humans. It was the normal way he'd always felt whenever he had business meetings among humans too. Annatoria, dressed in an elegant black dress, exuded confidence. No one suspected she was anything more than a wealthy entrepreneur.A woman approached the microphone. "And now, we invite the owner of Kenwood Animal Home, a facility that has revolutionized veterinary medicine, to the stage."Whispers filled the room. No one knew the true identity of the owner.Annatoria smiled and stood, walking gracefully toward the podium. As she stepped onto the stage, murmurs turned into shock.Asher smirked from the crowd. "And here comes the fun part.With a smile, Annatoria ascended the podium. After taking a deep breath, she voiced……”Good day everyone, I'm Annatoria. I won't be
Chapter 29: The Rebrand For Revenge3 days later…………….Annatoria had gotten better, along with the warriors but the pack was no longer like it used to be. All the dead bodies had been cleaned up and arranged for a mass burial. The children watched their parents in the coffin, tears fell from their eyes. Asher had made sure that the furniture constructors at his pack came to construct over 2500 coffins. “Scarred Wolves, I, Annatoria your Alpha, mourns with you. You all have not just lost but we all lost our loved ones, our husbands, our Fathers, our Mothers, our children, our brothers,...." She stopped when her voice became shaky. “...and our sisters. I promise that we shall avnge their deaths. We shall take revenge at all costs." She assured her people. Asher had also become her pack member from the very moment she started, ensuring that she wasn't alone. “Someone betrayed me"She yelled, angry tears rushing down her face. “It was Gaius Crystal– I slayed him. I regret it because e