THIRD POVKing Salvador was not at ease knowing that Nora was alone in the werewolf territory. Luckily, he had sent word for the war to be announced. Only with that will Nora be safe.Those people wouldn't want to start a brutal war when they are not sure of the pendant.“ Karen, did you send word to our allies in the neighboring werewolf pack? They need to be there before our troops get there." " Yes. Alpha Jasper would be there alongside the other parties. I will be going home so I can get my troops ready.” Karen said, asKaren took a deep bow before leaving the Queen's Court. He needed to get his troops ready for the journey.“ Karen!"He turned around to see the person calling his name and he was surprised to see a bubbly face with an addicting smile.“ Riya? When did you get back from the province?" He asked, forcing out a smile.Riya has rushed over her training at the province so she could meet up with her cousin, Nora. They were of the same age and had been playmates before N
THIRD POVAlpha Carlos had a grim expression on his face as they walked away from the Lycan camp at the border. He couldn't help but feel a sense of confusion and unease. The King's accusations of kidnapping his daughter made no sense to him. They didn't even know who the Lycan princess was, let alone have any reason to kidnap her. He was sure this was the handwork of those jealous alphas.“ Kayden, do you have any Intel on the lost princess?" Alpha Carlos asked his gamma.“ I think Justin is in charge of that-"“ Where the hell is Justin? He is supposed to be here with me," Alpha Carlos queried.Although he knew Justin must be angry at him for what transpired between himself and Nora, he was still the beta of the kingdom.“ Justin is with the other warriors, guarding the women and children to a safe place in case the Lycans decide to invade," Kayden said, pausing as he took a glance at Alpha Carlos.“ -And he doesn't want to see me because of Nora, right?” Alpha Carlos muttered, bit
NORA POV “ You mean the Lycan King is here by himself?" My father asked, wide-eyed.I nodded and with a faint smile, I tried to put their mind at ease. “ You don't need to be afraid. Your safety and mine would be his top priority."My mother held my hand, worriedly. “ I am not concerned about us, Nora. We are concerned about you. I have a bad feeling about Aria and her father. Can't you send a message to Karen or we could take you-"I shook my head as I persuaded them.“ No, mother. My plans would be ruined if I took you along with me. Besides, I wouldn't want to put you in danger. You don't have to worry. I can take care of myself.”It took the effort of my father before my mother finally let me go. I made my way through the winding road, my heart racing with excitement and a hint of fear. Something didn't feel right as I walked along the bushy paths. I could smell a foul odor, just like rogues.But they had a unique smell, unlike the ones I have encountered. These smells carried a
Alpha Carlo's POVI felt a cold fury coursing through my veins as I read the message from the Lycans. "Hand over Justin's family and my mate?" I snarled, my voice echoing off the walls of my chambers. Why would they demand for my beta and Aria? The demand from the Lycan king was utterly absurd. I crumpled the paper in my hand, my mind racing with outrage and disbelief. How dare they demand that I surrender innocent lives to their mercy? These people are my people and they were under my protection as the alpha. Even if I have issues with Aria, she was still my pack member and a mate I had chosen. Her father was also a respectful Alpha under my pack. How could I just hand them over to the Lycan when I don't know what they want my t?Does he genuinely believe I would hand over my beta and his family simply because his daughter has gone missing? I had no part in her disappearance, nor do I know where she is.Reflecting on it now, I can’t help but agree with Alpha Davies—this has Nora'
Nora's POVKaren reassured me that everything was fine, yet I couldn't shake the sudden wave of anxiety that washed over me. I had replayed this day in my mind countless times, envisioning how it would unfold, but now it felt different, as if I were venturing into unfamiliar territory. I paced back and forth in the camp, my heart racing with anticipation and anger. My hands clenched into fists, my nails digging into my palms as I thought about the man I was about to meet - Alpha Carlos.This time, I was meeting him as my real self. The powerful Lycan princess that I was. How would he take it? Well, I don't care as long as I get my revenge. It was all I could think about. Revenge for what he had done to me. If I wasn't a Lycan, I would have been dead and gone. It wasn't enough that he rejected me, he had to try to kill me too. The pain and suffering he had caused still burned within me like a fire.His cold and cruel words of rejection still ring in my head, even when I tried to ste
NORA POV“ Interesting," Karen said, smiling. He moved over to me and brought out a potion. Without being told, I knew it was likely Elder Silvarum potion.“ Did you hate me that much?" I sighed, giving him a pitiful look." Hate? Well, I guess you don't need your strength back. Let me just-”With a wide grin, I quickly took the potion from him and gulped it down without a second thought. The bitterness traveled through my body, making my face wrinkle. Gosh, this potion could kill! “ And she gulped it down without another fuse! Are you that eager to get back your strength?" Karen asked, smiling.“ Yeah. Very eager to show off my aura as the royal princess even if I haven't gotten my Lycan wolf," I stated, putting on the mask.Karen shook his head as we made our way to the camp where Alpha Carlos and the rest were already waiting for us. It was certainly going to be a show for me. As we got close to the camp, I spotted my parents and Justin walking towards me, a mix of emotions swirl
Nora's POVI watched their faces go pale, except for my family. The rest of the delegates including Carlos' father were all shocked and surprised gasps filled the air. Aria's eyes widened in shock, her mouth hanging open in disbelief. She stared at me, her expression frozen in stunned silence."Nora?" she whispered, her voice trembling. " How is this possible?" I smiled, a sly, mischievous grin spreading across my face. "The one and only," I said, my voice dripping with satisfaction.Aria's eyes darted to Carlos, then back to me, her face pale. "But...but you can't be-" she stammered. I chuckled, enjoying the shock and awe on her face. "I am here to negotiate, of course," I said, my voice confident and authoritative. "And to ensure that my family's interests are protected."Aria looked like she had been punched in the gut. She stumbled backward, her eyes fixed on me in disbelief. Carlos caught her, holding her steady as she struggled to process the revelation."Nora, what's going
Carlos POV I stared at the woman who I thought was a weakling all along. The woman we all refer to as a human and I was so foolish as to reject her. I knew it was all wrong to have rejected her because she was weak but then I needed a woman who would solidify my throne. In a twist, the moon goddess did answer my prayers but I was too gullible and prideful to look beyond her weaknesses. I was such a dumb person. My eyes went to Aria, my chosen mate. Ironically, the woman I chose because of her strength didn't think twice before throwing me away. Was this the love she professed? I clenched my fist tightly, glaring at Aria. Something else was bothering me as they took Aria away from the camp. Nora kept mentioning that I wanted her dead. The only guilt I had was hiding the fact that I rejected Nora. I had never tried to kill her. So I demanded to see one half of the pendant. You can imagine the surprise I had on my face when the Lycan king himself brought the broken pendant. I didn't
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
FIVE YEARS LATER The sound of light tapping on the intricately designed table swept across the gloomy pack hall. It wasn't just the sound, but an incredibly powerful aura that seemed to suppress the fearful growls of the wolves around.The man tapping on the table looked up, his mask covering half of his face. He stood up and walked towards the center of the dimly lit hall, his piercing eyes scanning the gathering of werewolves. The air was thick with tension, the only sound was the soft hum of enchantments that prevented eavesdropping. The wolves let out fearful whimpers as they drew away.The masked man chuckled lightly, his eyes fixed on a particular wolf. The gaze seemed to pierce this particular wolf.Then with a deep voice, he asked. “ What's the update from the spies?" A buffy wolf, the one the masked man was looking at, took two strides closer to him before turning into his human form as sounds of bones breaking and painful growls rented the air. With a deep bow and a hand
Reader's POV With the Ancient Clan now destroyed, peace and calm returned to the packs. It had been two months since the war and ever since then, Nora had been living like every other wolf, not having any of her past memories. The only thing she remembered was that she was in love with Carlos, the son of the Alpha, nothing after that. Living with her foster parents who she still believed were her biological parents, she found her footing once more as she began to bond with them and those that were around her as she lived her normal life. “Nora!” Her mother has called. “I'm coming, please hold on.” She yelled back at her and when she finished the task she was working on, she rushed to join her. “I'm sorry, I had to tidy up.” She said, rubbing her hand on her forehead. Smiling lovingly at her, her mother held her cheek with a hand while using the other to trace the outline of her jaw. “I wish you were still like before, I have missed that strong part of you that g