Mara's POV I was about to walk away, trying to keep my steps light and silent, but my foot caught the edge of a lace curtain, pulling it down with a clatter. The sound echoed through the hallway, and my heart dropped.I stayed silent hoping he didn't hear the crash but I wasn't lucky seeing his tall frame walk out the door.The spy… the rogue turned sharply, his eyes locking onto mine. In a flash, he was out of the room and grabbing my arm before I could escape."You!" he hissed, his grip tightening. His eyes bore into mine, cold and calculating.“I knew you were trouble” he snarled.I struggled, panic rising. "Let go of me rogue!"“Ha!” He laughed. “I won't let you blow my cover" he snapped, pulling me towards the room frightened I shoved him with every strength I could muster. He stumbled backwards, almost slipping but he managed to get his footing using the wall for support.His eyes widened slightly, then narrowed. "You are no low rank wolf. The power… it’s you, you're the Lycan
Chapter 77Mara's POV Ethan grabbed the man and punched him across the face, the impact sending the rogue stumbling backward. “You won’t get away with this,” Ethan growled, his voice low.A few other pack members quickly arrived attracted by the noise. “Ethan what are you doing?” Someone questioned. “The lycan Queen will punish us severely for this”“This man is no spy sent by the Queen, he is just a rogue, arrest him” Ethan ordered and they stepped in, pulling the rogue away from Ethan and restraining him. The man struggled, but it was no use. He was outnumbered and overpowered."Take him to the holding cells," Ethan ordered, his voice steady. The pack members nodded, dragging the rogue away as he spat curses under his breath.I knelt down and picked up the rogue’s phone, my hands trembling. The screen was still on the message he had sent: “The Lycan is in the pack. My cover is blown.” My heart pounded as I scrolled through his texts, desperately searching for more information. The
ChapterMara's POV As Ethan stood up to leave, I felt consumed by guilt. “Ethan, I’m really sorry, I didn’t mean to hurt your feelings.”He paused by the door, turning back to face me. “Mara, it’s okay. I’m the one who should apologize. I’ve been rushing things, and I didn’t think about how you might feel.”I shook my head, trying to hold back tears. “No, it’s not just that. I’ve been so overwhelmed by everything. I didn’t mean to push you away, but I just need some time to sort through everything.”Ethan walked over to me, his expression soft and understanding. “I get it. We’re all dealing with a lot right now. And I should have been more patient.”I nodded, trying to force a smile through my tears. “Thank you for understanding. I really appreciate it.”He gave me a reassuring smile, then turned to leave. “Take care of yourself, Mara. I’ll see you soon.”As the door closed behind him, the room felt emptier. I tried to push the emotions aside, but they overwhelmed me.I sank to the f
Chapter Mara's POV "Ethan, I swear, I wasn't lying," I said, my voice trembling with a mix of anger and fear. "I saw Lia put something in my drink."He sighed, running a hand through his hair. "Mara, I believe you. But the others... they don't. They think you're causing trouble."I could feel the weight of their judgment even now, like a heavy blanket smothering me. "Why don't they believe me? Lia is the one causing trouble, not me."Ethan stepped closer, his eyes softening. "They've known her for a long time, Mara. It's hard for them to see her doing something like this.""But she did!" I insisted, my voice rising. "She planned this, Ethan. She wanted to provoke me and make herself look like the victim."He looked at me, his eyes filled with sympathy. "I know. I believe you. But convincing the others is going to be difficult."I buried my face in my hands, feeling the weight of everything pressing down on me. "What am I supposed to do, Ethan? They think I'm the one causing problems
Chapter 80Rhys' POVI felt hope burst through me if Mara was alive even if the chances were slim I had to know and I had to find out, there was no corner of the earth I wouldn't search to find her.“Please tell me there's some spell you can use to find out if Mara is alive” I pleaded desperately, Elera frowned her brows deep in thought,"Alpha I would love to help you but you know this spell requires a lot of power," she said, her voice gentle but firm. "It's not something I can do lightly."I remembered the last witch who had cast the spell next to Duncan. She didn't seem fazed or break a sweat, was it because she was powerful or that was just a show they put up so I could believe Mara was dead."I understand," I replied, trying to keep the desperation out of my voice. "But I need to know if she's alive. Please, Elera I'll owe you for life if you help me get Mara"She seemed to contemplate for while before she nodded, “I'll need something of Mara's to help do a location spell” she
ChapterMara's POVEthan nodded in refusal, blocking the door. “Mara, you’re not ready for this. You need to stay inside,” he said firmly.“No, Ethan. I am the reason for the rogue attack. I have to help fight. I can’t just sit here and do nothing.”Ethan’s face was set in a grim line. “You’re not trained for this. It’s too dangerous. You’re staying here.”Before I could argue further, Ethan grabbed my shoulders and gently but firmly pushed me into the room, closing the door behind him.“I'll get you out after the fight” he promised then I heard the sound of the lock clicking into place. “Ethan, don't do this!” I banged on the door, yelling for him to let me out, but he didn’t respond. Panic surged through me as the sounds of battle grew louder outside.I couldn’t stay here. I had to help. I searched the room desperately, my eyes landing on a small window. It wasn’t large, but it might be enough. I managed to pry it open and squeezed through, landing awkwardly on the ground outside.
Chapter Mara's POV“What nonsense is this!” Ethan yelled standing in front of me, I clunged to him ducking my head behind dying of guilt.“We should be asking you the same question, how long did you think you were going to hide it from us that your wife is the reason the rogues have been attacking us persistently” the elderly man snapped and the crowd cheered in support.“She has been a problem from day one, who knows what she has done to provoke them to enrage them to get their revenge!”“Please you all need to calm down. I can vouch you it is not what you think- Ethan began speaking but was cut off sharply.“We are tired of your lies and you hiding stuff from us!”“Yes!” The crowd roared.“Listen the pack is in a bad shape, a riot won't fix anything” Ethan kept speaking trying to defend me but they didn't listen.“The pack is in a bad state because of her a lot of lives has been lost keeping her in this pack we want her banished before she is the cause of our deaths”“Yes!” They be
ChapterRhys' POV “It could be a coincidence though” Elera added but I nodded my head in negative, I wasn't going to rule out any leads or clues to finding Mara.“Dig deeper I will do the same from my end” Elera nodded.“I'll do my best Alpha” she assured them I nodded then left the room heading back.As I approached the training area, I spotted Sam resting off to the side, his expression relaxed. But when he saw me, his body tensed, and he quickly tried to join the others. I wasn’t about to let him slip away that easily. “At ease soldier” I ordered he stood still then gave a salute, I strode over and grabbed his arm gently but firmly.“Sam, you won't believe the amount of times you have been through my mind” I whispered, his eyes widened a fraction, shocked by my revelation.“I wonder why Alpha” he questioned despite trying to be respectful he couldn’t erase the arrogance in his tone.“I need to talk to you,” I said, trying to keep my voice steady. “Do you know where Mara is?”Sam’