POV: CALLIE“It wouldn’t be wise to play with me like this; the pack might interpret it the wrong way,” I said, gripping the utensils in my hands tightly. The truth was, I didn’t know how to handle his games—they were a different kind of torture that stirred up very confusing feelings.“What kind of interpretation are you suggesting, little wolf?” His voice resonated, deep and seductive, making my wolf growl in response. The liquid the Alpha drank carried a sweet, alcoholic aroma. He paused with the glass in hand and growled predatory. “Wolf, wolf, wolf… Don’t tempt me by exhaling that scent like this.”I bit my lip hard, nervously fiddling with a strand of hair. Something deep within me throbbed with an unfamiliar yearning. Memories of our recent shower together surfaced, reminding me of the explosion of confusing pleasures I had felt. This time, I heard his graceful movement toward me. One hand rested lightly on my knee while the other caressed my neck.“You’re playing with fire, bl
POV: CALLIE“You’re very distracted today, wolf!” the Alpha growled irritably, pulling my hand away from the spot and seemingly soothing the pain. “Keep your senses sharper; stay alert. Don’t be foolish enough to keep getting hurt.”My heart raced as he touched the area gently. His finger traced the line of my face, tilting my chin upward.“Do you understand?” Aaron demanded authoritatively.I only nodded. As he stepped away, and we resumed walking, I sniffed the air and recognized the scent. It was the same place where Kemilly had taken me to train for the mutation… and also where she had attacked me numerous times! The overpowering smell of fresh blood was almost tangible, sickeningly strong, making my stomach churn. I rubbed my nose with the back of my hand, trying to lessen the discomfort.“Lycan King, thank you for coming!&rdquo
POV: AARONI grabbed her hair, yanking it forward as she whimpered in pain. Esmeralda’s eyes widened in fear, clearly terrified.“My king,” she growled, trying in vain to free herself.“Do you think I’ll let you go just because you know how to speak eloquently?” I roared darkly, making her tremble. “I know the repulsive reputation of the Houck family—you’re nothing but leeches to the packs.”“I agree, my Alpha, but you’re speaking of my father and brother.” Esmeralda rushed to defend herself.Pulling harder, I tore out a handful of her hair, and she screamed in pain.“And why would you be any different?” I threw the bloodied strands to the ground, wiping my hands clean. “You can’t change your nature.”Rubbing her head where her hair had been ripp
POV: CALLIEI was dragged across the city, feeling my skin scrape against the gravel on the asphalted ground. I tried to adjust my posture, but the Beta stopped, effortlessly lifting me and shoving me forward as we entered the familiar scent of the Alpha's house.“Babysitting a useless wolf—this is the last straw!” he growled, exasperated. “Move it.”I whimpered when my shin hit the edge of the stairs, only to be shoved harder to keep climbing without time to feel around me. I needed to memorize the number of steps, the scent, and the layout of the room to avoid bumping into things and hurting myself later.The sound of a door slamming open was followed by me being pushed to the floor.“I don’t know why our king wastes his time on someone like you,” the Beta barked angrily, the ground subtly trembling under his heavy steps. I could tell he was ap
POV: CALLIEReflecting on my words, I began removing the remaining fabric from my body, feeling the sting in my legs. The maid’s gentle hands touched the cloth.“Raise your arms,” she requested politely, and I complied. “Come, let me help you with a bath. There’s a first aid kit in every bathroom; I’ll take care of your wounds.”She guided me to the bathroom and sat me on what seemed to be the toilet. Something cold with a strong iodine scent touched my skin and burned against the wounds, drawing a loud growl of displeasure from me.“I’m sorry, ma’am… It’s iodine,” Nicoly quickly explained. “Forgive me for asking, but you’re a wolf, aren’t you?”“I’m a failure of one.” I replied sadly, lowering my head. “Why do you ask?”“Well, I’
POV: AARONBefore Kemilly took Esmeralda away, the prisoner paused, catching my attention:“Lycan King, have you ever wondered why Hunter never killed her?” Esmeralda said, staring at me. “He used to say he had strange dreams in her presence. Whenever he tried to eliminate her, something stopped him, as if his mind were being manipulated… Her fiancé described the same sensations to the former Alpha. After that, she was imprisoned. Be careful not to be affected by her curse. We don’t know its full extent.”“She’s just a blind wolf. It seems to me they were looking for a plausible excuse to justify their psychopathy!” I growled, surprising everyone.“Don’t say I didn’t warn you, my king. I only wish you the best!” Bowing, Esmeralda resumed walking.Kemilly glanced over her shoulder at me, her brow furrowed as if assessing me
POV: AARONI stormed forward, furious, my steps heavy. As I ran my hands over Callie’s body earlier, I noticed her fresh wounds and the stench of Jaxon still lingering on her skin. Her neck, though subtly masked, reeked of iron. When I touched her wrists, the pain was palpable, coursing through me as if the injuries had been inflicted directly on my own flesh.“Beta!” I growled, drawing the attention of everyone nearby. They pointed toward the selection base, where some prisoners were undergoing evaluations for reintegration into the new pack.“My king?” Jaxon bowed slightly, but when he noticed my heavy strides, he stepped back, crossing his arms over his chest. Without hesitation, I punched him, sending him flying backward. His body slammed into a column with a loud thud.Gasping, he supported himself on one knee, his head bowed.“What did I do wrong?&rdqu
POV: AARONShe moaned in excitement, her scent so overwhelming and close that it made me nauseous. I stood and stepped away, evaluating her figure, her backside paling in comparison to the beautiful image of Callie’s body. My wolf growled in disapproval just as a fierce wind blasted through, slamming the door open. The cold air made Kemilly shiver, her arousal evident, her anticipation to be taken almost palpable.“Do not stray from your destiny, Supreme Alpha,” the deity whispered.“Get dressed,” I growled, resigned, pulling up my pants.“Alpha? Did I do something wrong?” she turned to face me, placing a hand over her left chest, confused. “Do you not want me anymore?”“Your scent irritates me,” I spat, wrinkling my nose.Kemilly hurried toward me, blocking my path with outstretched arms, her desperation pa
POV: CALLIEI explored the cave we were in, sniffing around to make sure there was no danger. I followed the sound of water, dipping my hand in and feeling its comfortable, inviting temperature.“Yulli?” I called, but the witch seemed unconscious, having used the last of her strength to partially heal the poison that the Dark God had spread through my body.I slid out of my clothes, stepping into the water, feeling its gentle caress against my skin. I scrubbed my body, desperate to rid myself of the scent of Dante and Nocturnus. The darkness that clung to them was repulsive. I needed to figure out what to do next—the Supreme Alpha was the father of my child, the same man from my dreams, seemingly my destined mate.But why did I want to run from him? Why did I feel the need to escape? Aaron wasn’t like the man in my dreams. Had I simply idealized him?“So many ques
POV: AARONI took the chain from Kemilly’s hands, dragging the prisoners effortlessly while glancing over my shoulder at the wolves who dared to protest.“SILENCE!” I roared, making the ground tremble, silencing them instantly. “These wolves will be evaluated. If they are found guilty of treason, I will judge and punish them personally.”“But, Lycan King, we didn’t do any.” The prisoner started to speak, but immediately fell silent when my fierce eyes locked onto him.“Please, Alpha, you can’t possibly believe my son is a traitor… This she-wolf disappeared for days and suddenly shows up with these accusations!” the elder pleaded, glaring at Kemilly, who growled threateningly.“Kemilly left under my command. She has served me for years and was once even considered for Luna. Show some respect, elder.” I growled,
POV: CALLIE“How did you manage to break free?” I asked the witch, alarmed.“I’m not an ordinary sorceress. Besides, Dante isn’t as smart as he thinks. The mana stone that repels magic needs to be bathed in pure cave water to maintain its power. I guess he doesn’t know that.” She let out a soft laugh. “And he wanted to become the Supreme Alpha with such foolishness.”“Yulli, why are you helping me? You know you’re putting yourself at risk… You could escape without me. I’m blind…” I sighed. “I’ll only slow you down!”“Why do you think I’m here?” The sorceress gently touched my hand, and I felt the chains vibrate as they unlocked. “The ancestors sent me to you. Besides, it’s my friend’s child you’re carrying. I can’t ignore that and abandon you.”&
POV: AARONI woke up to soft touches on my body, but unlike in my dreams with Callie, they didn’t send shocks or shivers through me.Amused, I caught her slender wrist.“Taking advantage of me while I sleep?”I pulled her into my arms, inhaling her scent—different from before.Strangely, my wolf rejected her, forcing us apart.I shot up abruptly, frowning.It was odd. My inner beast roared for his mate, yet whenever we were physically together, he became fierce and defensive toward her.“Why is your wolf rejecting me?” she asked, confused, lowering her head, sadness in her voice.“I don’t understand, Lycan King. I thought you wanted me. Did I misunderstand?”Something about the way she spoke felt off, but I still didn’t know what h
POV: ESMERALDA“Damn it, Dante, you idiot! How could you turn me into this repulsive thing?” I snarled, pacing back and forth, furious. “Then again, the Lycan King isn’t bad at all. He actually seems to like this blind she-wolf.”I ran my hands through my hair, stepping in front of the mirror.Despite the magic and my identical appearance to Callie, I could see. Those who looked at me, however, only saw blind eyes, unable to perceive the magical veil cloaking my face, shaping it into that of the insignificant little wolf.“Enjoying your new look?”Jaxon entered the room, laughing.“You look even better like this!”“Go to hell, Beta!” I growled, irritated, glaring at him through the mirror’s reflection.“What do you want? Did you come here just to mock me?
POV: CALLIEShe felt his back against her as she hugged him from behind, fearful of losing this sense of security—even if only in a dream. Her mind raced through the next steps, thinking of how to return to the Alpha.I nibbled lightly on his back, making him sigh, then trailed kisses upward, inhaling his addictive, woody scent. My nails glided over his shoulders and arms in slow, rhythmic strokes.“I still can’t give you the answers you want, but please, Alpha... Here, at least, can we just be you and me?”Aaron turned, cupping my face with his open palm. I let my head rest against him, closing my eyes to absorb his warmth.“Please...”His hand slid to the nape of my neck, pulling me forward, guiding my body onto his. He bit my stomach and ran his tongue along my hip, slowly moving inward as I sank down onto his length, inch by inch.
POV: CALLIE“Aaron?” I looked down, confused.Was my involvement with the same wolf who had hunted me causing my memory loss? Was he the father of my child?“You’re the Supreme Alpha they’re trying to take down.”“Who’s trying to take me down?” Aaron took a few steps back, his gaze wary. “Are you on their side? Why won’t you talk to me outside this dream?”“The followers of that so-called god, Nocturnus.”The moment I mentioned his name, sharp, needle-like pain pierced my mind. I groaned in agony, my legs giving out beneath me before I collapsed—only to be caught by the striking man in front of me.“The person who came to you isn’t...”I screamed as the pain became unbearable, a violent sensation rising in my stomach. Turning
POV: AARONI walked with firm strides toward the Beta, who was yanking the chains forcefully. He stopped when he noticed me.“My king...” Jaxon said, offering a slight bow. “I found the blind she-wolf wandering near the mount, close to the moss lands. I brought your prisoner back.”I stepped closer, sniffing in her direction. Though her scent had familiar traces, something about it felt off. However, the same had happened in my dream.“Callie?” I called.She kept her head down in silence.“Why isn’t she speaking?”“I couldn’t say, Alpha. Even when I captured her, she didn’t utter a single word,” the Beta responded curtly, staring at her. “Maybe she has nothing to say.”“Release her chains!” I ordered, irritated at seeing her in tha
POV: AARONI returned to the city feeling intense discomfort, heading straight to the hospital. Ryan was at the front desk, furrowing his brows when he noticed me, then rushed in my direction.“My king, what happened?” he asked, placing a hand on my forehead. “You’re burning up with fever... this blood...”“It’s not mine!” I grinned through my fangs. “I was poisoned with something different. I managed to repel it, but I think there were side effects.”“Bring a stretcher here, now!” Ryan shouted, issuing a command. “I’m going to take care of you.”“I don’t need a stretcher; just examine the wounded area. It’s healed, but there are dark bruises around it.” I sighed, hearing my inner beast protesting. “Something is disturbing my wolf.”“Come with