Theo I had no choice but to shift as soon as I saw the next wave of this assault coming. Even though I doubt they'll pay any attention to me from this distance, considering their focus is on Damien and his men, my wolf form gives me an advantage in self-defense.And I have to admit, their numbers were incredibly impressive, leaving me in awe for a moment. I can't help but wonder what kind of deal Celeste has struck to gain such influence over these forces. It's surprising to think that Amora's bratty little sister would go to such lengths.They charged towards Catrina and my brother. Damien brought the Lycans, who were his best warriors, with enough numbers. However, even with their presence, he would still feel overwhelmed tonight, and the only thing they could count on was Catrina's blessing. The blessing. Now that I've seen it for myself, I get why everyone wants it. Although he never discloses this to anyone, not even our parents, I am aware that, like Alphas across Dakota, Da
TheoThe wolf pounced on the creatures, leaving me momentarily stunned as it split itself into a few shadows. If not for the furious growls of the monsters as the shadows took them down, I would have thought my own eyes had deceived me. It was almost the same power as Catrina had.From where I stood, I could feel the protective aura that the wolf had towards her. He goes to great lengths to ensure that those creatures never come near her.Catrina glanced around at what was happening around her, and just like me, I saw that she was just as confused as I saw where the Alpha came from.There was only one Alpha who had the power, like Dakota, the Alpha of the Blackthorn Pack himself.But a doubt suddenly crossed my mind. Carlo was still in the depths of the forest, trying to capture Celeste, and I knew that the bond between him and Catrina was already broken. So how did he know that she was in danger and needed help?Ultimately, the wolf managed to eliminate the creatures one by one, lea
Catrina We finally reach the forest where Celeste is said to have escaped and made a nest. I had my reservations when Theo led me down this path, but as we stepped onto the moist earth surrounded by lush vine trees, all my doubts vanished. The atmosphere of dark magic was palpable and seemed to suffocate all my senses. Damn. This can manipulate someone's mind easily if they lose their focus She plays it so well. Not just in one place, Celeste puts her creatures in all corners. Can they sense when someone is coming? I am not sure. "Be careful," Theo whispered. As he kept me close to him, he wrapped his arms around my waist. I heightened my senses. If those creatures happen to spot us before we spot them, I'll be able to detect their presence by staying vigilant. "This place is so cursed.." Theo muttered, and I gave a mumble of agreement. There must be only one way to make this place clean again: to kill the only source of dark magic itself. "She made a not-trivial trade with her
Catrina"You're hurt..." I murmured. I gingerly raised my hand, unintentionally brushing against the bandage. The wound had already been bandaged; it was quite minor, and Carlo didn't display any signs of pain. Of course, he wouldn't show any reaction to pain. He wouldn't want me to feel worried. I remembered what Damien had mentioned earlier. Alpha Nox commanded one of his men to kill him. Immediately, a wave of anger swept through me. "It's not a big deal." He responded, gently taking my hand and placing a tender kiss on the back of my palm. I could feel the heat rising in my cheeks as I realized that everyone was still watching us. However, I soon regained my awareness, realizing he simply wanted to distract me from thinking too much about his injury."Carlo, I heard what happened here..." I said. Not to mention he was falling to his knees on the ground when I arrived; he seemed to be in a state not much different from mine at the border: pushing our power too hard that it coul
Catrina.We went back to the spot where we all gathered before Damien took me to the border. Our group wasn't the first to arrive since there were already a few cars parked when we all split up at each border. Suggesting that maybe Doctor Shawn and the rest of the healers had come back earlier. I felt relieved. If they arrived before us, that meant they were able to handle those groyals and make it back here ahead of us. As we stepped into the hall, everyone's attention was immediately drawn to us. I strolled alongside Carlo. Alpha Henry and the rest of the warriors trailed behind; they dragged the heavy chain that bound Celeste. The magic had taken hold, rendering all of her senses immobile. And after the journey we took from the forest, I noticed she was unable to remain on her feet. Celeste fell to the ground as soon as we stopped.I saw several werewolves who instinctively retreated when they caught sight of her. Some stared at her with a mix of shock and disbelief, as if un
CatrinaCarlo has a few matters to attend to, including a meeting with the alphas tonight, so we'll be staying in this location. Celeste is secured until we bring her back to the Blackthorn pack later. She remained bound by the chains and trapped within an impenetrable cage. She was treated as if she were nothing more than an animal. I saw the drastic impact of those enchanted chains on her abilities, yet any sympathy I once had for her had vanished. I can't help but think about her sister instead, Amora. The memory of her tears as Damien commanded his men to forcefully remove her and treat her with disrespect made my heart ache.She's his mate. They have a strong bond. I never forget the first time I saw them when Theo brought me to Lester Manor and how the bond between those two was stronger than anything I've ever seen. But soon enough, he started to dismiss her, as if she meant nothing to him. I don't have much familiarity with Amora, and I'm not exactly friends with her, but
CatrinaWell, it seems my intuition was partially correct after all. And I'm pleased that I had the courage to inquire more. Doctor Jane's surprised expression said it all. She was indeed hiding something from me. There are details from yesterday's incident that she didn't tell me. Carlo probably commanded everyone involved to shut their mouths so that no one who was not involved knew. I didn't want to meddle too much in his alpha's affairs, but when it came to endangering his life, how could I remain silent? "We should have a conversation. But not here. Those lycans, Damien's men, seem to be in every corner, and I'd rather not take any chances of them overhearing." Doctor Jane said"Okay." Taking my hand, she brought me to a space that belonged to her during our stay. She swiftly shut the door once we entered, ensuring our conversation remained private."Firstly, I want you to promise not to ask Alpha anything about the information I'm about to share with you. You weren't present
Catrina"Crying? All alone here? You have some things to explain to me now." He said this as he sat down beside me on the bench.I hastily brushed away my tears, feeling a sense of embarrassment at being caught in such a vulnerable state. "It's no big deal. I just... felt a little emotional... after eliminating the remaining groyals that Doctor Shawn brought here." Zeke let out a sigh, his gaze fixed on me. I averted my gaze, feeling exposed under his intense stare. I was an awful liar, and I was well aware that he could see through my lies right away. "What?" I asked as he yet again averted his gaze. "Pick a better excuse next time. Those creatures deserve the worst; even death is not enough for them. And after you got back together again, reunited with him, there's no way such a small thing would make you sad to the point of crying." Zeke said, his voice filled with concern. He took hold of my hand and kept it in his grasp. "So, what exactly did Carlo do to upset you after promi
Carlo.I inhaled from my cigarette, watching the smoke float into the air. I've been attempting to rid myself of this anger that's been consuming me, but unfortunately, my efforts have been in vain. All of Zeke's words, his act of betrayal, and the secrets he kept—I never expected him to do something like this.I would have killed him yesterday if Catrina's screams hadn't alerted the others to come. It took Jonah, Alex, and two other warriors to separate me from Zeke.I had already injured Zeke when they finally succeeded in separating us. As blood trickled from the deep gash I inflicted on his neck, dangerously close to his veins, I almost killed him..."Let me kill him," I growled, giving a warning that if they interfered, I might not hesitate to kill them too."What happened? Alpha, we didn't mean to interrupt or interfere, but...you could have killed him!""Just let it be. He deserved it," I answered.My gaze was sharp at Zeke. He didn't say anything. Of course, he had no explanat
Catrina."Is everything alright? I saw two wolves jump to you from the direction of the forest." Zeke and Carissa hurriedly approached us, catching our attention. "Yes. There's nothing to worry about." Carlo answered. "They're just rogues and their pups around here, but Catrina senses that the female is pregnant. So, it seems like we'll be welcoming a new member to our pack soon." Carlo's sentence brought a comforting feeling to my chest, as he genuinely considered my suggestion, which I truly appreciated.'Thank you so much,' I smiled and said through our link.'Anything for you.'Carissa grinned, mirroring Zeke's proud expression. He turned to me and exclaimed, "Cat, you're a true Luna that any pack would be lucky to have! Not only are you powerful, but your attention to detail like this will provide them with a feeling of safety.""Thanks, that was so kind," I said to him.I noticed Zeke and Carlo exchange glances, and I realized that they were communicating through the link. Ze
CatrinaI sensed Carlo's presence in the dining room without even glancing at the door, as his intoxicating smell wafted towards me. I immediately rushed towards him, and he pulled me closer by my waist. We kissed, savoring the moment without any sense of urgency. The way he kisses me and expresses his emotions always brings me so much joy and makes me feel incredibly loved. He didn't just kiss me when he wanted sex."The food is ready..." Mathilda announced, capturing the attention of the men.There are also some warriors, Carlo's closest confidant, who brought along their mate. Fortunately, we prepared a generous amount of food, so it seems we'll be able to enjoy a delightful meal this morning. "Come one, come on.""I'm already so peckish," Jonah murmured.Carlo invited the others to take a seat. They promptly made their way to the dining table and began helping themselves to the delicious spread of food."Invite Edna to join too." Carlo said to an Omega, then asked me, "Is Lacie aw
Catrina.Three days later...After freshening up and changing my outfit, I made my way to the kitchen, drawn by the joyful sounds of laughter and conversation. Today was a vibrant morning, with the sun shining brightly. From the open window, the air carried the delightful fragrance of flowers from the garden and the mouthwatering aroma of cooking from the stove.Carissa stood next to the stove and seemed to be stirring something in a pot. It must be a soup—a flavorful and aromatic soup that is full of richness..."I already have a feeling it will be really good." I walked over.Edna looks after Lacie in the living room. Morea glanced at the oven, noticing the cake batter she had recently placed inside. It seemed she had planned to bake a cake this morning. Meanwhile, Mathilda set up multiple utensils and placed them neatly on the dining table."Let me help," I offered, retrieving a sleek bowl from the cupboard and placing it on the dining table."Didn't I mention that you could come
ZekeThat's how it all unfolded, like in a whirlwind. I took a few steps back. As I shifted back into my human self, my mouth was moist, and the metallic tang of blood remained. I'm feeling queasy. I shifted my gaze elsewhere, avoiding the sight of what I had just done.Celeste remained still. Indeed, I have just ended her life.Catrina sprinted towards me, her voice lost in the wind as she appeared before me in an instant. She violently shook my shoulder and said, "Zeke! You hear me?"Carlo came closer. His face was filled with so much emotion that I couldn't explain what it was, but it was clear that there was anger. He ordered me not to kill Celeste because we promised her death in front of all Dakota.But I didn't listen to what he ordered. So it's understandable that he's angry. Carlo assisted Catrina in getting to her feet. I saw how she was shocked and shaking, and I felt guilty. Alex, Jonah, and the others are showing similar expressions.They looked like they couldn't believ
Catrina After providing Luna and her puppies with some comforting words and assuring them that we would soon locate Celeste and ensure her safety, I made my way back to Carlo. The Lunas and pups have been returned to their respective packs, while the Alphas remain here. They had a meeting at the manor, and afterward, the tasks were divided. To ensure that we would find her as soon as possible, they dispersed to every corner of Dakota until she was discovered. When I came back and make my way to the meeting room only Damien remained. He and Carlo appeared to be engaged in a heated discussion until the entire room was enveloped by their intense aura. "Your mate freed that witch; now I want to hear what you will do to account for this?" Damien growled; his face looked annoyed and angry when Carlo said that Amora was his mate. "I've rejected her; she's no longer my mate. But I'll make sure to kill her as soon as I find her." "Regardless of whether she is your mate or not, you are w
Celeste"Is something wrong?"Amora's voice made me turn to her. I just shook my head. She's come this far; she must have had a hard time getting past all of the guards and security that Carlo set. To finally be able to free myself from the prison that locked me up, so I wouldn't worry about her just because of this silly little thought.But somehow it was hard not to look back when I could feel Zeke approaching.'Just keep moving. If he finds out you escaped, what will he take other than ending your life?' I reminded myself to take a step forward and face the facts.Just like Carlo Zeke, he wouldn't forgive me if he found out I escaped, especially what I did to him. I've betrayed him so badly that he would kill me at any chance he had.If I had to answer what I felt at the moment, I decided to betray him and make all the help he gave seem meaningless. The pain I felt was indescribable. If it's possible, I'd prefer not to do all of that."Sister," Amora said, gently placing her hand o
ZekeAfter they successfully marked each other, I observed Catrina leading Carlo toward the exit, and they eventually departed from the venue. Several eyes checked them out, and several let out whistles. There's no one stopping them, as we all know they deserve their privacy tonight.Well, finally. I convinced myself that I was happy for both of them. Carlo finally realized his feelings for her all this time, yeah, even though it was a bit late, and Catrina finally got what she deserved all along.They will be together forever, as Luna and Alpha rule this pack. And their descendants will continue their legacy. I know this pack will be even better knowing it is in the right hands.I shifted my attention to a few couples moving on the dance floor. Morea joined them with a man from another pack. A voice called out from behind me,"Do you think he could be the right person for her?" Carissa asked. With a smile on her face, she brought over two glasses of wine and kindly offered one to me
Carlo.Even though I had already made sure that there would be a high level of security at our marking ceremony tonight, how can I still detect their presence nearby? That should be impossible.I know that Catrina also noticed the same thing since, the very next second, she allowed her power to make a shield that encircled us. It formed a barrier of protection in the same way that those monsters emerge from the shadows. Their appearance is exactly the same as it was before, with unsightly scars covering their entire body in every spot.They must have sensed our aura, so they followed us here. I remember that some of our prisoners are in the state of dying; they might die in the dungeon, but there's no way they can transform into these creatures without Celeste's magic.Celeste is locked up in a specially designed, isolated prison, which, as Catrina claims, has sealed her powers. Celeste shouldn't be able to do this.Has she managed to escape? But how is that possible?Catrina summons