NORA POVWhat was Alpha Carlos doing here out of all places? My eyes quickly scanned his side to check if he came with my brother. Fortunately, he wasn't with my brother. Alpha Carlos’ smug face stared back at me, his eyes gleaming with amusement. "Nora?"With a quick smile, I bowed slightly to him. “ Oh, Alpha Carlos. I'm so sorry. I wasn't watching where I was going."“ What are you doing here?" He ignored my apologies, his eyes looking at me with a raised brow.“ It's a club, Alpha Carlos," I stated, staring back at him with same expression.“ A club? Just like other clubs closer to the pack. Why here?” His question made me frown. What the hell does he mean by that?I scoffed at his words. What an arrogant person.“ I don't think it's any of your business where I chose to club, Alpha Carlos." With a scowl on his face which clearly stated his opinion, he held my hand tightly. He dragged me to the opposite direction to where I was going and I tried to pull my hands away. “ Let go o
Nora POVI woke up the next morning to Karen's message that everything went well with Alpha Jasper. He also told me my father was looking forward to my coming so I could take over the kingdom's affairs.I guess my father was quite impressed.“ That's just his way of telling me to come back quickly, Karen."We texted for a little while until a bang on my door made me stop. Justin was at it again!“ I won't miss training, brother!" I told him, standing up from the bed.Since what happened at the training ground, I had become an object of ridicule yet I cared less. The surprise would be here sooner than later and I can't wait to see their faces! That morning, instead of training, I decided to have a run around the forest. It's been a while I ran and I don't want to fall below Elder Silvarum expectations once I get back.I set my timing to see my limit after the potion I took. I wonder if there is going to be a huge difference. I took a deep breath before setting my target. It was the sa
Carlos POVI could feel Nora was changing. No, she looked like a changed person, yet I still can't point out exactly how she changed. I began to notice right from the day she pushed me at the border.I could sense her powerful aura yet it vanished just as it came. Maybe I was mistaken. Same thing happened at the training ground, it turned out to be the lycan's doing.But then why are strange things happening around Nora since she came back? Is there a secret somewhere?My eyes traveled to the pendant carefully placed by my bedside. I still remember the day Nora gifted it to me and how excited she was. Why was she demanding for the pendant after giving it to me?Besides, why was she asking for the piece of pendant and not the whole pendant? I got up from the bed, walking swiftly to my cabinet where I kept the shard of the pendant I saw six months ago.I remembered vividly what that man told me about the inscriptions on the pendant. It was the exact same words Nora said when she gifted
Carlos POVSo this was her game all along? As I watched Nora and Karen together, a growing sense of unease crept over me. I couldn't believe the transformation in Nora was not planned. It was more like a premeditated move from the beginning.If not, how could a weak, pathetic human with no wolf or power be involved with the most revered Lycan Kingdom? How could I not have seen through her devious act right from the moment she gave me that pendant?How could a weak pathetic human I rejected as my mate turn into ...this cunning woman? But as I gazed into her eyes, I saw something that made my blood run cold. A glint of deceit mixed with a hint of betrayal. I felt a sudden jolt of realization as it dawned on me that Nora was not what she seemed. “ Traitor!" I spat out again, letting my wolf partly take over.She was a traitor, a human who was determined to bring down my pack right from the beginning. She must have known she was human and struck a deal with the Lycans in exchange for
Carlos POVI watched Nora leaving with Karen while the hall came to a standstill. I could hear whispers all around but I was least concerned. I didn't even give a damn about Jasper's hateful glares.There was something else I needed to clarify and that's with Aria.“ Carl-" Aria's shaky voice got drown in my anger.I walked towards her and without saying anything, I dragged her out of the hall, her hands trembling in mine. I still can't believe these women took me for a fool.First, it was Nora and now, Aria. I was still fuming from what I found out about Nora. My annoyance was steaming from the fact that she was still denying it.However, my suspicions were focused on Aria now. What exactly happened after she took my pendant? Why would she lie to me that it was my pendant? Aria was definitely hiding something from me, something about the pendant.“ Carl, please-"“ Shut up or I can help you shut it!" I growled, pushing her into the car roughly. She whimpered but I wasn't interested
NORA POVI needed fresh air, away from that scum. I still can't believe he was still so dumb to the point that he thinks I was hung up on the fact that he rejected me.It was so laughable yet annoying to see his arrogance displayed with such immense energy. Was he trying to dodge his guilt last night or was he trying to act smart? I bit my lip, holding back the tears and anger that threatened to overflow as I walked away from the hall with Karen. “ It's strange how that arrogant Carlos was even the least worried about his past deeds," Karen pointed out, opening the car door." He still thinks I am doing all of these because he rejected me! How stupid!” I scoffed, resting my head as soon as I entered the car.I was damn tired.That arrogant, self-righteous Carlos! How dare he accuse me of being a traitor? And to think he had the nerve to create a duplicate pendant, as if I would ever stoop to such deception.I couldn't help but find it amusing, really. Carlos was so blinded by his ow
NORA POVI watched as l' faces became pale, their eyes wide with shock. My mother's hand flew to her mouth, as if stifling a gasp. My father's eyes darted to Justin then back to me, his expression a mix of disbelief and concern."Nora- don't scare me, please. Tell me it's just a joke" my mother managed to say, her voice shaking.I felt a lump form in my throat as I saw the fear and uncertainty in their eyes. This was exactly what I was afraid of. This was what I hated to see, their tears and hurt.Maybe I should have come out clean on the first day. I tried to stop the piercing pain in my heart as the tears no longer needed to struggle to get to my cheek. It was already an open stream on my face. "It's true," I barely responded, my voice cracking. " After I woke up, I found myself in the Lycan Kingdom."As I sniffed, I got ready to open up everything to them about my life at the Lycan Kingdom. I took a glance at Karen who was standing as a guard to the entrance. He smiled faintly at
NORA POVMy heart shattered as my father stared at me, looking shocked. His hands clenched tightly as he bit hard on his lips. Those brown eyes of his stuck to mine. WeThe letter must be talking about what transpired at the ball. I felt heartbroken that he looked at me with such anger in his eyes. It hurts to see that he might have believed what Carlos said, not until I heard his outburst. “ That bastard! How dare he accuse my daughter!" My father thundered, making everyone shudder except Karen. He just used his beta’s voice. That was odd because my father rarely uses it. My heart felt lighter, my face beamed with undeniable joy. It was a relief that his anger wasn't towards me but to those who accused me.The moon goddess surely blessed me with the most wonderful family. As I watched my father shake with his lips clenched tightly, I couldn't help but let a tear fall.He believed me, even without me defending myself. “ He is so brazen to accuse my daughter of such an act. Who doe
CARLOS POVI was shocked when I heard the voice. Justin and I turned around at the same time and there she was – the mute girl. But something was different about her. Her eyes... they were glowing, exactly like Nora's eyes when she's about to shift into her wolf.The girl seemed to have her eyes fixed on Nora. She was more focused on Nora than any other person."How is this possible?" Justin whispered beside me.I didn't have time to answer because we both turned back to look at Nora. What we saw made my blood run cold.Nora's eyes had changed too. They weren't the normal color of her eyes. They were also glowing just like the little girl's eyes were glowing. My heart sank, and my mouth immediately went wide open in shock.What the hell was going on?Who was this girl and why does she have the same glow in he
NORA'S POVI let Justin lead us out of the Salutary. The children were walking behind us with my maid. I was getting tired of all these secrets. These men think they can just keep me in the dark about everything. Not anymore.If they thought I was a fool, I was done being a fool. I was tired of their games and whatever they were hiding from me. Images of the little girl flashed in my head. I could not take it off ny thoughts.When we got outside, I turned to my maid and said, "Take the children back to the palace. I need to speak with Justin alone.""Yes, Luna," she replied with a quick bow. She gathered the children who looked confused but didn't argue."But mom, I wanted to—" little Zoey started."Not now, sweetie. Go with her, home. I'll see you all for dinner," I said, forcing a smile.I waited until they wer
NORA POVAfter I woke up, I decided to get ready to visit the library. There had to be more information about not having a wolf. The emptiness inside me where my wolf should have been felt like an open wound, and I needed answers.I sat up in bed, pushing away the strange dreams that had plagued my sleep—whispers in a language I almost understood, shadows that seemed to call my name. Shaking my head to clear it, I rang the small bell by my bedside.Minutes later, my maid Emma entered with a respectful curtsy. " Luna. How did you sleep?""Well enough," I lied, not wanting to worry her with tales of my restless night. "I would like to get dressed. I am planning to visit the library.""Of course, Luna." Emma moved to the wardrobe, selecting a simple blue dress that would be comfortable for a day of reading. "Will you be needing anything else?""No, that sh
CARLOS POVAfter we got to the pack, I decided to visit Nora as soon as possible. The warning that Elder Silvarum gave me after Nora's wolf was suppressed kept replaying in my mind like a broken record."When a wolf is suppressed unnaturally, Alpha, there are consequences," Elder Silvarum had told me, his ancient eyes boring into mine. "Especially in one with her... lineage. Watch her closely. She shouldn't encounter that which she had."I took swift strides towards my office, weighing my options carefully. The wooden floorboards creaked beneath my heavy steps as I moved back and forth, my mind racing with the fear that I had tried to suppress since the ritual.A gentle breeze carried the scents of the pack—familiar and comforting—but did nothing to ease the tension gripping my shoulders.Something else was bothering me. The little girl. The fact that she might be tha
CARLOSI jolted awake, instinctively reaching for the arrow wound in my shoulder. My fingers found only smooth, unbroken skin. Confused, I sat up quickly, bracing for pain that never came. No wound, no burning poison, nothing—as if the attack had never happened.The sun had shifted position; I'd been unconscious for at least an hour. My gaze immediately sought and found the girl, who sat a few feet away, her back against a moss-covered tree. She looked even worse than before—pale as death, her makeshift bandage soaked through with blood, her breathing shallow."You healed me," I said, my voice rough from disuse. It wasn't a question.She looked up slowly, those strange amber eyes finding mine. Despite her weakened state, there was something fierce in her gaze, something ancient and wild that called to my wolf.I moved closer, examining her more carefully. She was youn
CARLOSI caught the scent of blood on the wind before I even reached the border. The acrid smell of fear mingled with the metallic tang of freshly spilled blood triggered every fighting spirit in me as I steadied towards the borders. I pushed myself harder, sprinting through the trees toward the sounds of battle.When I finally broke through the tree line, chaos greeted me. My border warriors were locked in fierce combat with at least twenty rogues who had somehow managed to breach our first line of defense. Bodies—both my pack members and rogues—already littered the ground."Alpha Carlos!" shouted Devin, one of my guards, as he knocked down a rogue. "They came out of nowhere, in formation!"I shifted immediately, bones cracking and reforming as my wolf took over. The familiar rush of power surged through me as I lunged into battle, taking down the nearest rogue with a singl
CARLOS POVI watched Nora sleeping, her face finally peaceful after hours of restless tossing. The moonlight streamed through our bedroom window, casting silver shadows across her features. Even after five years, I still found myself marveling at her beauty, at the strength she carried within her—even if she no longer remembered it.Her agonising scream shook my heart. The headaches were becoming worse. And her inquisitive too. I could hardly avoid her piercing questions and gaze. Just like now.Her episode earlier had shaken me. The one at the library had my heart on the edge. I was afraid of her recalling it all, again. Yet, the name she'd spoken—Karen—sent ice through my veins. She was starting to remember, and that terrified me.Alongside her questions.I quickly found an excuse of calling the healer, as distraction. Yet, she wasn't ready to give up. I
NORA POVI woke up with a start, my eyes searching all around. I was already in my bedroom with my hands clasped tightly. I tried to recall what happened. The last thing I remembered was being with Carlos in the library and then…“ Arghh!” I let out, biting my lips tightly to hold back the raving pain.The splitting headaches had returned, stronger this time. These headaches didn't seem normal. Biting back the pain and discomfort, I clawed at the sheets with my body trembling. I could taste and feel the huge droplets of sweat trickling down my spine.As much as I tried, I couldn't stop the pain hitting me once again. This time, it hurt like hell!I wish I could make it stop. I was on the verge of losing it. The hand clasping mine held it even more tightly. As if afraid to lose me. His scent hit my already messed up head and somehow, I seem to want m
The splitting headache made Nora grunt in pain. The headaches were becoming more frequent for the past three months. Not only that, even the dreams were starting to get real.The wolf that kept calling out to her in her dreams was just too real. And powerful. Five years had passed since the battle, and Nora was living a quiet life in Eagle Pack. She worked as a librarian, surrounded by dusty books and whispered conversations. Ruling next to Carlos as the Luna of the Eagle Pack gave her immense joy, not to talk of her kids whom she doted on. Finally, she had the life she wished for…Or so she thought…Her days blended together in a haze of routine, but her nights were a different story. Nora's dreams were a jumbled mix of images and emotions, but one was constant. It was the wolf. A majestic creature with piercing yellow eyes and fur as white as snow. The wolf would pad through Nora's dreams, its presence both comforting and unsettling.Who was the wolf, and why did it haunt her d