Pov Cassandraflashback continuation........“No, Cassandra, keep going! We have to go!” she insisted, her voice trembling as she forced us to move forward.We ran through the dark forest, branches scratching our skin, the uneven ground threatening to trip us with every step. Fear drove us, but soon I smelled the strong scent of gunpowder in the air, followed by a deafening explosion. The impact threw us to the ground, and when I looked back, I saw the fire spreading quickly, devouring everything in its path, consuming the trees, turning the night into a fiery hell.The heat was intense, the air thick with smoke, making it hard to breathe. But there was no time to stop. The fire was advancing, forcing us to move forward, to flee without looking back. As we ran through the darkness, all I could think about was the image of my father falling to his knees, and the sound of his voice echoing through the night—a sound I knew I would never forget.My father forged our death, creating the il
**Cassandra's POV****Flashback Off**"Where is that bitch?"The shrill screams echoed down the hallway, tearing through the silence and snapping me out of my thoughts. Before I could react, my bedroom door was flung open with brutal force, the impact so violent that the sound reverberated through the room, knocking over several items from the dresser. I quickly stood up, trying to straighten the mess, but before I could take another step, I felt my hair being yanked from behind, tearing a scream of pain from me. Before I could react, a stinging slap exploded across my face, throwing me backward."How dare you see him without my permission!" Jade snarled, her voice full of fury, her teeth clenched in anger. Her gaze was pure hatred, and I could see the insane gleam in her eyes. "You’re going to tell me exactly what you were doing in the Alpha's room three days ago, alone! Don’t you dare lie to me. The maids already told me you were in there for at least an hour, just the two of you, s
Pov CassandraBefore I could say anything, the maid, with tears in her eyes, threw herself to the floor on her knees. "It was my fault, Alpha! I... I opened the door too forcefully and ended up breaking some things. Please, forgive me! You can deduct it from my salary, but please, don't fire me. I beg you!" She trembled, her voice choked with fear, desperately pleading for forgiveness.I remained silent, surprised and confused by the scene unfolding before me. It was evident that the maid was lying to protect herself... and perhaps even me. Everyone here seemed to have a mortal fear of Jade, the kind of fear that made people prefer to take the blame for something they didn't do rather than face her wrath.The Alpha remained silent for a moment, his hard eyes fixed on the maid who was still at his feet.Finally, he turned to me, his expression rigid and serious. "Is that really what happened, Cassandra?" he asked, his deep voice making me swallow hard.I hesitated, the words stuck in m
**Alpha Xavier POV** "Do you really think it's a good idea to call her?" Josh, my beta, grumbled, rolling his eyes with barely contained frustration. "I need to know if she's truly okay," I replied, my voice firm as I took a swig from the whiskey bottle on the table. The liquid burned my throat, but it helped me maintain a cold, indifferent expression. "There were too many people there, and it’s obvious the staff was lurking, listening to everything. I had to be more rigid and act like an indifferent Alpha. If I showed any sign of weakness, Jade might suspect something... and tell Alpha Damon." Josh snorted, anger evident in his dark eyes. "I told you it was a bad idea to bring the girl into the pack," he muttered, his tone laced with reproach. "Look at you... you almost exposed yourself today because of her. Don’t forget we need Alpha Damon. No one knows your true identity yet, and the bastards who tried to kill you have no idea you're alive. We need to wait for the right moment t
**POV: Alpha Xavier**“Well… then you should be thanking me for arriving on time,” I responded, leaning against the table, hands in my pockets, my voice filled with frustration. “She could have killed you! And this isn’t the first time I’ve saved you, but you don’t even thank me!” I huffed, indignant. How could someone be so ungrateful?“How can I thank you,” Cassandra shot back, her gaze burning with fire, “when you’re the one who brought me to this place? You’re the one who put me in the hands of that crazy woman! Why don’t you just tell her you don’t want her as your mate? Why don’t you send her away from this pack, back to her parents?” She growled, her anger evident in every word.I felt the heat rise in my chest, but I forced myself to keep my voice cold and distant. “I can’t hurt her feelings!” I responded curtly, trying to appear indifferent, even though each word felt like a blade.“Why? Why can’t you just reject her?” Cassandra raged, her frustration clear in her voice. It w
POV CassandraWhen his lips touched mine for the first time, a spark ran through my entire body, igniting something hidden deep within me. It was as if a flame had been lit, and I couldn’t resist. Before I realized it, my lips had impulsively yielded to that contact. Our lips collided, and his tongue sought entrance, meeting mine. He wrapped his hands around my waist, pulling me closer to his body.His fingers slowly glided down my back, each touch sending shivers throughout my body. The warmth of his hands, the intensity of the kiss—everything consumed me. Every inch of my skin seemed to be on fire, and for a moment, the world around us disappeared. There was only the two of us, caught in a whirlwind of emotions that could no longer be contained.And then, slowly, we parted. I looked at him, breathless, trying to catch my breath and understand what had just happened. His eyes were fixed on mine. He raised his hand and gently caressed my face, still keeping his gaze locked on me.“Alp
**Cassandra's POV**I woke up with an overwhelming sense of exhaustion, as if my entire body was submerged in lead. As soon as I opened my eyes, I was hit by a throbbing headache, the light around me so intense that I had to blink several times before I could see clearly."Miss Baker... you finally woke up?" A soft, gentle voice sounded beside me. I turned slowly and saw Jennie, holding a basin in her hands, her face reflecting a mix of relief and concern.I rubbed my eyes, trying to clear the blurred vision, and with tremendous effort, I slowly sat up in bed. Every movement caused sharp pain in my body, as if my muscles were rebelling against me."What... what happened?" I stammered, my voice hoarse and weak, barely recognizing the sound that came from my own mouth. The words came out with difficulty, almost as if they were stuck in my throat, and I felt a tight knot in my chest as I tried to recall the events that had led me here.Jennie moved closer, placing the basin aside and sit
**Pov Cassandra**The doctor had just examined me and said that I would be fine as long as I rested for a few more days. Johanna and Jennie were visibly relieved; they had cared for me tirelessly over the past three days. Although there were still purplish bruises on my body, the pain was no longer unbearable. My wolf, Roxy, was exhausted, constantly sleeping, and I could barely communicate with her. I knew she was using all her energy to heal me from the injuries and the pain, but I also knew her power was limited by the choice I had made in the past."I’m so happy you’re recovering," Jennie said, her voice full of excitement, as she handed me a bowl of hot soup."Don’t bother her, Jennie. Let the girl rest!" Johanna scolded her, casting an irritated look at Jennie, who, as always, insisted on visiting and helping me at every moment. Johanna believed Jennie was being inconvenient, infringing on my privacy."Don’t worry, Johanna, I love Jennie’s company. It’s good to have a friend in
Pov cassandraThe walls of the dungeon were cold and damp, and the smell of mold filled the air, mingling with the bitter taste of despair that refused to leave me. I sat in the dark corner of the cell, arms wrapped around myself, trying to suppress the trembling that overtook me. The chains on my wrists were heavy, but not as heavy as the weight of the accusations hanging over me.The echo of firm footsteps interrupted the oppressive silence. I lifted my head, quickly wiping away the tears that had fallen without my permission. I couldn’t appear weak, not in front of him. And there he was, Alpha Damon, standing outside the bars, wearing that cold, mocking smile that made me want to scream."What do you want here?" I asked, my voice firmer than I had expected.He entered the cell with the confidence of someone who knew they were in control. "You know why I’m here, Cassandra," he began, his tone calm but laced with venom. "I want you to take responsibility for the deaths."My hands cle
**Xavier's POV**Days had passed since the dust of war had settled, and I was finally crowned king. A grand ceremony took place, filled with ancient rituals and solemn words, but for me, the most significant moment was when Cassandra, by my side, received the crown of Luna. As the weight of gold was placed upon her head, I knew that, despite everything, she was my anchor, the reason why all of this was worth it.I looked at her, admiring her strength, even after all she had endured. There was an undeniable sadness in her eyes, but also a determination that made me believe that together we could overcome anything.After the coronation, my focus shifted to rebuilding the pack. The palace, devastated by the conflicts, began to be restored. The wounded soldiers received care, and the people returned to their homes. I made it a point to visit the families who had lost loved ones, offering help and ensuring that the future would be different. I promised myself that my leadership would be ma
The pain of childbirth had been excruciating, but nothing could compare to the wave of love that washed over me when I heard that fragile, delicate cry for the first time. My baby was here, in my arms, so small, so perfect.He was a boy. A beautiful, healthy boy, with eyes that, although newly opened, seemed to gaze directly at me. His skin, still red from the effort of entering the world, glowed under the flickering light of the flames illuminating the sky in the distance."My love... my boy..." I whispered, tears streaming down my face as I cradled him to my chest. Even with my body still aching from the pains of childbirth, I couldn’t take my eyes off him. I kissed his small forehead, feeling the warmth of his skin, and silently thanked the goddess of the moon for giving us this moment, even amid the chaos.But the moment of peace was brutally interrupted.The door was smashed open with a crash, and a group of men entered, their faces dirty and filled with hatred. I instinctively h
**Alpha Xavier's POV**The smell of gunpowder and blood filled the air as we led the attack on the central hall. I could hear the echoes of our wolves' howls mixed with the cries of resistance from Alpha Valetim's guards. Everything was going according to plan — we were surrounding the palace, closing off all escape routes.Ahead of me, one of Valetim's army commanders trembled, his eyes darting quickly over the men surrounding him. His breathing was heavy, and I could see the sweat dripping down his face."You’re surrounded," I said firmly, my deep voice cutting through the air. "It’s no use resisting. This isn’t just a battle, it’s the revolt of the people. Your tyranny, and that of King Valetim, is over. There’s no way out for you. Surrender and open the gates."He hesitated, gripping his sword with trembling hands. I could see the conflict in his eyes — a mix of fear and desperate loyalty. Before he could respond, one of my men advanced, pressing the sharp point of a blade against
*POV Cassandra*As I followed the servant through the dark corridors, we heard the unmistakable sound of Alpha Valetim’s voice echoing nearby. He was coming toward us. My heart nearly stopped, and for a moment, I froze.“It’s him...” I whispered, instinctively placing my hand on my belly.The eunuch glanced at me, alarmed, but remained calm.“We need to leave now! If he finds you here, Alpha Xavier’s plan will be ruined,” he said urgently, trying to pull me toward the exit.I looked in the direction of Valetim’s voice and felt a wave of despair. I knew he suspected something. If he realized I was trying to escape, not only would he imprison me again, but he would destroy all of Xavier’s efforts to save us.“Wait,” I whispered, gripping the servant’s arm firmly. “I need to throw him off track.”“That’s madness! Alpha Xavier wants you safe. You have to come with me now!” he whispered, almost desperate.“Trust me. I’ll delay him. Go to the meeting point and wait for me. I promise I’ll co
**Cassandra's POV**The months dragged on like centuries since Xavier disappeared. The last thing I heard was from some servants who claimed to have seen him working as a simple carpenter in a humble house nearby. They mocked him, calling him "The Crippled Alpha." The title had spread, and the rumors of his disability made him the subject of ridicule.His pack had abandoned him. When Valentim brought his punishment to everyone, most ran to save their own skins, including Jennie. From time to time, I would hear of hunts, captures, and the executions that followed. Valentim thought all of it was a big joke.Worse than the rumors were the photos. He sent them to me like slow poison, depicting Xavier limping, leaning on a cane, his exhausted face. Each image came with a messenger carrying gifts that piled up high in my room. They were never opened. I didn’t need to look to know they contained more insults than sincere intentions.That day, a servant entered, carrying a new batch."Luna, K
POV ALPHA XAVIERI was dragged through the dark, damp corridors of the dungeon like an animal about to be slaughtered. My wrists were bound by iron shackles that dug into my skin, causing constant pain. Two guards shoved me with every hesitation, their eyes filled with contempt. Finally, they stopped in front of a cell that smelled of urine, decay, and despair. Without ceremony, they threw me inside, and I stumbled, falling to the filthy floor.The sound of the iron door closing echoed through the dark space. I struggled to get up, wiping the blood from the corner of my lips, only to notice that the floor was infested with rats scurrying back and forth, fighting over pieces of spoiled food."Enjoy the hospitality, Cursed Alpha," one of the guards mocked. He held a plate with what looked like moldy bread and a bowl of sour broth. He pushed the food through the small opening in the cell and smiled maliciously. "This is your only meal of the day. Better save it."I didn't respond. I simp
**Cassandra's POV**The hall plunged into chaos the moment Valentim drew the knife. My heart stopped as he approached Xavier, his gaze overflowing with hatred."Valentim, don’t do this!" I screamed desperately, but he seemed to not hear.Xavier raised his arms defensively, trying to deescalate the situation."There’s no need for this, Valentim! Leave Cassandra and our child out of this. Deal with me, but not like this!"Valentim didn’t respond. With a swift movement, he grabbed Xavier's arm, pulling him close, and before I could even scream, the knife glinted under the light of the hall before plunging into the side of Xavier’s abdomen, just below his ribs. A muffled sound of torn flesh echoed through the hall, followed by Xavier’s scream of pain."Traitor!" Valentim roared, pointing the bloodstained knife at the guards around us. "The Cursed Alpha tried to kill me! He conspires against the kingdom, and for that, his whole pack will be condemned!""NO!" My scream ripped through the ai
POV ALPHA XAVIER"Another victim of the Alpha King," I heard someone comment."Was that an execution, or a horror show?" someone else replied.My body froze. Everything inside me was about to explode. The sight of my beta, my friend, dead before me was more than I could bear.Cassandra shrank beside me, sobbing quietly, yet she gripped my hand tightly, trying to hold me back, as if she knew what I was about to do.But nothing could stop me."Josh..." My voice was a low growl, full of pain and rage. My wolf howled in response, slamming against the barriers I had put up to control it.I knew that from that moment on, everything would change.The Alpha King's palace was dark at night, its oppressive architecture reflecting the chaos that reigned in the mind of the man who inhabited it. The doors slammed open as I entered, the sound echoing through the vast halls like thunder. My chest burned with anger and pain, my wolf growled impatiently within me, while my eyes found Valentim sitting