Rose's POVMy eyes widened in shock when I saw my first mate and cousin walk in. I internally shook my head in denial. How can Luke be Adriel's stepbrother? Why cruel twist of fate is this?"Luke, my only son, and his beautiful Luna Sienna. How are you," Emily, his mother asked. "We are fine Mother," they both replied, giving her a sweet hug.As their greetings at the door concluded, Sienna and Luke made their way towards the table. And then, they saw me. Sienna's reaction was priceless! Sienna's eyes widened, her mouth falling open in disbelief. I held my breath, watching her reaction with relief bubbling inside me. It's like she saw a ghost. Luke on the other hand stared at me for what seemed like eternity. His shock was minimal as he masked it properly but I could see it. Adriel stood up and I did too. "Alpha Luke," he stretched out his hand for a handshake and did the same to Sienna. "It's a pleasure to meet you."Luke didn't reply, he only nodded and we all sat back down to co
Rose's POV"Feisty, I see," Emily remarked, her tone dripping with condescension. "But this is a matter of family, Rose. You may be Adriel's mate, but you're still an outsider in our pack's affairs."I squared my shoulders, refusing to back down. "Outsider or not, I won't let anyone question my husband's legitimacy without proper evidence. If you have doubts, then let's settle this through a test.""A test?" Luke raised an eyebrow, seemingly intrigued."Yes, a test. We can do a DNA test on Adriel and Luke or someone else to be sure Alpha Gabriel's blood is truly in his veins. What do you think Uncle?" I asked, facing the head of the table. "I'm in support of this decision,” Grandmother added and Adriel's uncle nodded. "It is settled. We will call the family doctor to do a DNA test on both men to see if they are truly the sons of Alpha Gabriel. Till then, I'll remain as the Alpha. Good night everyone." He said then stood up and left the room.Grandmother Grace followed suit then Adri
Adriel's POVEmily shook her head. "Nothing is wrong. We're not in a hurry," she replied, but her eyes flickered with an unease that didn't go unnoticed by Grandmother Grace and me. I exchanged a knowing glance with Rose. There was more to Emily's insistence than met the eye.Grandmother Grace's stern gaze bore into Emily, "If you say so. Rose, Adriel, follow me." With a nod, I arranged the paper back into the envelope and followed Grandmother Grace with Rose by my side. We followed Grandmother Grace through the hallways of the ancestral mansion, our footsteps echoing in the quiet corridors. Her pace was deliberate, and the gravity of the situation weighed heavily on my mind. What was it that Grandmother Grace wanted to discuss in private?Finally, we reached her chambers. She motioned for us to enter, and as we stepped inside, the heavy wooden door closed behind us with a soft thud then we heard the sound of locks. I exchanged a puzzled look with Rose. It was unusual for Grandmothe
Adriel's POVI stared at Sienna for a moment, my patience wearing thin. Her attempts at seduction were both transparent and irritating. "I'm sorry, Luna Sienna, but I'm not interested in taking a walk right now. We have an early flight tomorrow, and there's a lot to prepare."Her eyes flashed with annoyance, but she quickly masked it with a smile. "Oh, come on, Adriel. It'll only take a few minutes. I promise."I crossed my arms, my tone firm. "No, thank you. We really need to get some rest. If you really have something to say, say it now."Sienna's smile wavered, and a glint of something darker flickered in her eyes. "That aside, you know, I've heard some interesting rumors about your wife, Rose. I thought she wasn't the one but when I looked closer, she is."I rolled my eyes at her. What could a murderer like her possibly know that she is trying to use to manipulate me? "What rumors are those?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady as I played along.Sienna leaned in closer, her v
Adriel's POVEver since we arrived, the twins were full of stories from their time at the pack, each word bubbling over with excitement as they recounted their adventures. Rose and I listened with rapt attention, my heart swelling with pride as they spoke about their newfound friends and the activities they had taken part in. They were growing older with every passing moment."Leilani, Lucien, you both have made us so proud," I said, tousling their hair. "You've already started building strong connections within the pack. I'm so proud."Leilani beamed up at me. "Daddy, we even helped organize a scavenger hunt with the other kids! I wish you were there though."Lucien chimed in, his eyes shining. "And we learned about tracking from Uncle!"After promising to give them a big reward, as the evening sky darkened and stars began to twinkle overhead, Rose and I tucked the twins into our bed. "Goodnight, my little ones," Rose whispered, pressing a kiss to each of their foreheads."Sweet dr
Adriel's POVI exchanged a quick glance with Rose, our minds working in a duo to process the gravity of the situation. "Aiden, have you been able to gather any information about the attackers?"Aiden nodded, his jaw clenched. "Yes, we've captured a couple of them. They're not from any neighboring packs or groups we've dealt with before…"I leaned back in my chair, my mind racing as I tried to connect the dots. "This sounds like a well-organized group with a specific motive. They're not just targeting us randomly. They must have a reason for hitting our businesses."Rose's voice was steady, her eyes narrowing in thought. "Could it be a rival pack trying to weaken us?"Aiden shook his head. "I don't think so. The attackers don't seem to have any allegiance to known packs, and their tactics are different. It's almost as if they're working for someone else."I rubbed my temples, feeling the weight of responsibility pressing down on me. "We need to find out who's behind this and why. Our b
Adriel's POV"Not yet my love. Let's wait a bit." I answered. "But why?" She retorted, clearly not happy with my decision and I gave her a smile. "I have my reasons, my love. Just trust me on this. But now that we know what they are up to we are increasing our defenses. Nothing would go wrong.""Okay," she said and left. Leaving Aiden and I working on what to do next. The next morning, the sun's warm rays filtered through the sheer curtains, casting a gentle glow across the rustic dining room. The scent of freshly brewed coffee mingled with the aroma of cooked food, creating an enticing atmosphere that beckoned us to the breakfast table.My wife, Rose, and I exchanged a smile as we watched our twins, Lucien and Leilani, energetically take their seats."Good morning, my little champions," I greeted them with a chuckle, ruffling Lucien's unruly hair and placing a kiss on Leilani's forehead."Morning, Dad!" they chimed in unison, their bright eyes gleaming with excitement. At almost s
Adriel's POVI held Rose's hands firmly, looking deep into her eyes. "No, Rose. Retaliating now might escalate things further. We need to be cautious and gather more evidence before we make a move. For the sake of others, please."She bit her lip, frustration evident in her expression. "Others? Did he think of others before attacking us?""No, Rose. And that's why we're not him. Before anything, think of Grandma Grace and Uncle.""I understand, Adriel. But it's just infuriating to see him trying to destroy everything we've built. What's his problem?"I nodded, empathizing with her anger. "I know how you feel, but acting on impulse won't help anyone. We have to approach this strategically, expose his intentions, and bring him down without giving him the upper hand."Rose sighed, her shoulders slumping slightly. "You're right, Adriel. It's just hard to stay patient when our legacy is on the line.""I know it's difficult, Rose," I said gently, giving her hands a reassuring squeeze. "But
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