Rose's POVEveryone gasped, left what they were doing, and turned around to face the group of people who raised the topic."You want to do what?" Adriel asked, again. "Yes, Alpha. We want to test Lady Rose to be sure she's worthy of being our Luna. As we said earlier, we do not know her background. Just her white wolf. We need to be sure." One of them spoke out."You are the only ones who do not want to accept my mate as the Luna, why?" He asked, clenching his fists to control his anger."We just want to be sure, Alpha. And deep down, I know the rest of the pack agrees with me. Unless they want to lie."Adriel's eyes met mine briefly, and I understood what they meant although the sudden declaration caught me off guard. I felt a nervous flutter in my stomach. Why did they want to test me? Wasn't my commitment to the pack enough?Adriel nodded to them, his tone even as he replied, "I hear your request. But why do you believe such a test is necessary? Rose has already proven her loyalty
Rose's POVElder Agatha's aged face bore a mix of seriousness and concern as she looked at us. "The people have spoken, and their decision is unlike any I've witnessed before. They've called upon you, Luna Rose, to take the test and journey into the forbidden mountains.""The forbidden mountains?" Adriel yelled in disbelief. "That can't be possible. Why would they pick that place of all places?""I am as shocked as you are, Alpha." Elder Agatha said, sighing.With my heart racing, I decided to ask and know my fate, "Where are the forbidden mountains? What happens there?" Adriel motioned for me to sit down before they began to explain. "The forbidden mountains is the area of the mountains surrounding the pack which is forbidden for non-indigenes to enter and not all indigenes are privileged to go in. That place has a heart, body, and mind of its own. It's a mysterious place located close to the entry border of the pack. I haven't been there, but the places near those mountains are dr
Rose's POVFinally, I took a deep breath, fully stepping into the forbidden mountains. As I walked in, it all changed. The sun disappeared and it became dark, just like we moved to midnight.Shadows danced across the uneven ground, casting an almost mystical aura upon the surroundings. I tightened my grip on the strap of my backpack, where I kept my compass, a small dagger, and some food. Since no one knew what the path of the forbidden forest looked like, I had no advice or map. Just my feet taking me where it feels safe."Focus, Rose," I muttered to myself, reminding myself of the task at hand. It was said that each of the seven flowers held a unique power, and only by proving myself worthy of their gifts could I hope to lead the pack as their Luna.I got to a junction. One was a bit wide and the other, a narrow road. The path I chose was narrow and overgrown, obscured by thorny bushes and twisted vines. I moved cautiously, every rustling leaf echoing loudly in my ears. "You can d
Rose's POV"You see…." She started. "You might have finished the people's test, but the mountains haven't said you passed."What do you mean by that? Please let me go. My family is waiting for me," I begged. "What family?" She asked, pointing at the people waiting outside the mountains."How many people in your family are there?" She asked."My twins, Lorelei and Lucien. They are my family." I answered."Anyone else?" She asked."Maybe Elder Agatha, Adriel, and a few members of the pack. What does this have to do with leaving the mountains?" I asked again, with my arms crossed."A lot, dear. It has a lot to do with it. How can you go out there and sit as the Luna when you do not even accept the Alpha as yours? If you don't accept the Alpha, how would you accept the people." "So this is about accepting Adriel as my mate?" "No. It's about doing what is required of a Luna if you wish to leave. Only when you show the mountains that you are worthy will you finally be able to leave the m
Rose's POVAs Adriel's words hung in the air, a mixture of shock and elation flooded my senses. My heart raced, and my mind whirled with a whirlwind of emotions. I looked into his eyes, searching for any hint of doubt, but all I found was unwavering sincerity.Tears welled up in my eyes as I remembered all I had to do before leaving the mountains. It's high time I admitted my feelings. I knelt to his level, cupping his face in my hands. "Yes, Adriel," I whispered, my voice barely audible above the cheering crowd. "A thousand times yes."A surge of joy rippled through the pack members, their cheers and applause resonating like a harmonious melody. The sun cast a warm golden glow over the scene, highlighting the smiles and tears of those around us. Eve practically tackled me with a subconscious hug, "I knew it, Rose! I knew he'd ask you! Oh, I'm so happy for you!" she exclaimed, very excited."Thanks, Eve."With Lucien and Leilani holding the ring, they gave it to him. Adriel slipped a
Rose's POVAdriel and I exchanged a knowing glance, sharing a quiet chuckle at their curiosity. "Ah, that's a good question, sweethearts," I began, my voice gentle and reassuring. "Your father and I have been discussing that, and we've decided that we will indeed stay in the same room now."Lucien's eyes widened with excitement. "Really? That's awesome! Can we stay with you tonight?""Yes my lovelies," I answered with a smile.Leilani nodded in agreement, her eyes sparkling with anticipation. "Yeah, it's like having a sleepover every night!"Adriel ruffled Lucien's hair playfully. "Well, it won't be exactly like a sleepover, but yes, we'll be together."I kneeled down beside Leilani, placing a hand on her shoulder. "You two will still have your own room, but we thought it's a good idea for your father and me to share a room now that we're getting married."Leilani looked thoughtful for a moment before grinning mischievously. "Does that mean we get to sneak into your room when we have
Rose's POVI looked over at the twins, making sure they weren't awake. After that, I carefully stood up from the bed and walked out.I followed Adriel as he walked out of the room and down the corridor. My heart raced with worry as I caught up to him in his office."Adriel, what's going on? Please talk to me," I pleaded, gently placing my hand on his arm as he stood by the window, staring out into the night. His chest rose and fell slowly like he was calming himself."Adriel?" I called again and he turned to face me with a smile."Yes my love," he said with a smile. "Sorry for scaring you." He answered with a peck to my forehead."What happened?""I remembered something and I had to rush in to check if it was done or not. It was very important. Sorry for startling you," he explained."Hmm," I moaned in understanding. "It happens… just don't scare me like that next time, okay?" I warned him.He chuckled, "Yes, my Luna, I won't.""So everything is alright? Is there something you need?"
Rose's POV"Honeymoon?" I asked, excitedly. "I thought we wouldn't be able to go.""I pulled some strings for you, my love," he said looking at me lovingly."What of the twins?" I asked, worried for my kids."They are also sorted. They will be with us but not with us. It's like a children's vacation for them too. Nothing will happen to them, relax." Excitement and joy bubbled up within me. The thought of spending a romantic getaway alone with Adriel, away from the responsibilities and duties that came with our roles, and the children was incredibly appealing. I looked into his eyes, my heart pounding, and I smiled warmly."Yes, Adriel. I'd love to go on a honeymoon vacation with you," I replied, my voice tinged with anticipation.Adriel's smile widened, his eyes sparkling. "Wonderful!" he exclaimed, his enthusiasm matching mine. "I've arranged everything. We'll be leaving tonight for a secluded island I discovered. I have a feeling you'll love it."As the words sank in, my excitemen
Rose's POV"Mother? Is that really you?" I cried, unable to believe my eyes.My heart raced as my eyes locked onto the familiar face of the woman who had given me life. It had been years since we were separated, and I had often wondered if I would ever see her again. But here she was, standing before me, tears of joy in her eyes as well.I extended my trembling arms toward her, and without hesitation, she rushed to my side. Our embrace was tight, filled with a depth of emotion that words could never express. Tears streamed down both our faces as we held each other, mother and daughter, reunited at last."Rose, my dear, my sweet girl," my mother whispered, her voice choked with emotion. "I've missed you so much. I never stopped thinking about you ever since..."I couldn't find my voice as I clung to her, burying my face in her shoulder, inhaling her familiar motherly scent. It was a scent that I longed for, a scent that had been absent from my life for far too long."You're here," I fin
Adriel's POV"I'll call you back, Uncle," I said and stepped out of the hospital room, my heart heavy still with worry for Rose but I needed to find the lady who was calling my name.As I followed the sound of the enraged voice, I soon found myself in the hospital's bustling lobby. There, in the midst of the chaos, was Emily, Luke's mother, shouting and demanding to see me."Where's that bastard Alpha? Where is he? Adriel? Do you think you can murder my family and go scot-free? Show your face!" she raged, her eyes wild with grief and anger.I approached her cautiously, aware of the emotions that must be coursing through her. "Emily," I said gently, "I'm here."She turned to me with a look of pure hatred in her eyes. "You killed my son and his wife, Adriel. You're going to pay for what you've done."I swallowed hard, looking for the right words to console the woman. "I didn't kill them, Emily. I swear. The last time I saw Luke, he was injured, but dead. And Sienna, she..."She grabbed
Adriel's POVAs I held Sienna's lifeless body, the weight of sorrow pressed down on me like a leaden sky. Although she wasn't a good person, she could have lived a better life. With trembling hands, I dialed the number of my uncle."Adriel, what's happened?" came the urgent voice on the other end."Luke and Sienna are gone," I choked out. "I need you to prepare for their arrival and burial."There was a brief pause on the line, followed by a solemn, "Of course, we'll be ready."I hung up, realizing that I needed to act swiftly. With one last, lingering look, I whispered, "Rest in peace, Sienna." I said, asking one of the guards to take her away to the hospital, then together with Luke's body, they will take them to the Denver Pack.As I turned away, my phone rang, its harsh sound cutting through the stillness of the morning. I quickly answered, my heart pounding in my chest."Alpha Adriel," a familiar voice crackled through the line, "we found the twins."Relief washed over me like a
Sienna's steps were heavy as she led Rose towards the border."Sienna, please tell me where you're taking me,” Rose begged but Sienna didn't answer her.They continued walking for what felt like eternity, Rose looked up ahead and saw the moonlight casting a shimmering path on the water's surface. The waves crashed against the shore, their calm rhythmic sound in stark contrast to the turmoil Rose felt.Finally, they arrived at the bridge, the ocean sounding beneath them."Stop walking," Sienna yelled. The air was thick with tension as Sienna turned to face Rose, her eyes burning with a mixture of anger and grief. Rose looked around but there was nothing or no one. Just the two of them."Why, Rose?" Sienna's voice was a low growl, her fingers clenched into fists at her sides. "Why did you have to come into our lives and tear everything apart for me? When you finally died, I was happy. Things were going smoothly for me. Luke finally forgot about you. But you just had to show up as his si
As Sienna's grief-stricken cries echoed through the night, a newfound determination took root within her. She would kill them all, one after the other. The world seemed to blur around her, her vision clouded by pain and anger. In her hand, she gripped the dagger tightly, the metal cold against her trembling fingers.With her heart pounding, Sienna made her way through the forest, her steps guided by a singular purpose. She just lost Luke, and although their relationship was not based on love, he was her husband, and now she sought revenge. Her mind was consumed by a relentless need for justice, a thirst for vengeance that seemed to drown out all reason.And then, in the moonlit darkness, Sienna's path intersected with Fena's. The woman who had entered their lives with promises of help and change. But in Sienna's eyes, Fena was now a symbol of the chaos and the cause of loss that had torn her world apart.Fena's form came into view, her figure bathed in the moon's pale light. Sienna's
With a tense silence hanging in the air, Luke and Adriel faced each other. "You're going down, brother!"Then, in a surge of primal instinct, Luke transformed first then Adriel followed suit. In a split second, both alphas transformed into their wolf forms. The transformation was swift and seamless, their human selves giving way to powerful creatures of fur, fang, and claw. The air seemed to crackle with energy as the wolves circled each other, their eyes locked in a fierce, unyielding gaze.In their wolf forms, they moved with a fluid grace, each step deliberate and calculated. Their muscles rippled beneath their fur as they lunged.The sounds of growls and snarls filled the night, echoing through the clearing.As they fought, Luke's thoughts were a jumble of conflicting emotions. The pain of betrayal, everything swirled within him. Every strike, every clash of teeth, was a release for the anger that consumed him for so long.But despite the ferocity of their battle, Adriel's skills
"Sienna, I don't know where you are but run to your husband and warn him. It's not safe to continue!" Fena warned.Amid the tension and warnings, Sienna came to her husband's side, her expression a mix of concern and determination. She placed a hand on his arm, her touch urging him to reconsider. "Luke, we need to listen to reason. If Adriel has found out, it's too dangerous to continue."Luke's gaze remained fixed in the distance, his jaw clenched in determination. "Sienna, this is our chance. We can't let it slip away. I won't back down now."Sienna's voice was laced with worry. "But…." Luke's grip on his weapon tightened, his resolve unyielding. "But nothing! I won't let Adriel take everything from us. We've come too far."The man who had warned them urged them once again, his voice desperate. "Alpha, we're outnumbered. We can't win this."Ignoring the pleas and warnings, Luke turned to Fena, his eyes unwavering. "We're going in."Fena's voice was tinged with frustration. "Luke, y
"Something like that," Emily answered.Sienna leaned forward, curious. "Tell us everything, Mother. We need all the insight we can get."Emily took a seat at the table, her gaze steady as she began her tale. "Alpha Gabriel and Luna Isabella ruled with the people, just like Adriel. To weaken their hold on the pack, we used a combination of psychological warfare and strategic sabotage. It wasn't about brute force, but about undermining their authority and creating divisions within their ranks."Fena leaned in, her expression intense. "How did you do it?"Emily nodded, her eyes taking on a distant look. "First, we focused on planting seeds of doubt and mistrust among their most loyal followers. We carefully leaked information that made them question the motives of their leaders, causing internal conflicts and undermining their unity. With me in the pack house and Luna Isabella away, it was relatively easy.Luke's eyes lit up with realization. "Like we're planning to do with Adriel's pack
Luke's Office.The lady's smile didn't waver as she adjusted her sunglasses, seemingly unfazed by Luke's skepticism. "You may call me Fena."Sienna exchanged a wary glance with Luke, the tension in the room increasing. "Who is the woman? Do you know her from somewhere?" she asked through mind link."No, I don't. This is the first time I'm seeing her too," Luke answered.Sienna faced her. "And why should we trust you, Miss Fena? Why do you want to help us in defeating Adriel?"Fena leaned back in her chair, her fingers tapping rhythmically against the armrest. "You don't have to trust me, but I have information that could be of great interest to you."Luke crossed his arms, his eyes narrowing. "What kind of information?"Fena's lips curled into a smirk as she looked directly at Luke. "Information about Adriel's past, his vulnerabilities, his secrets. Things that could help you bring him to his knees. Isn't that what you want?"Sienna's brows furrowed. "Yes, it is. But Why would you wan