KAYSON’S POV
I knew something was up! I just knew it because my ears had picked up a cry that rang out far up in the woods. I became alarmed and I immediately broke into a run. Within minutes, I had shifted into my wolf form, and I was panting. The order had been under attacks by rogues lately, and I didn't want to risk it. I was alert as I sprinted in my wolf form in the direction of the cry. It rang out again; this time it was strained whimper and I was able to tell that it came from a female. A female in the red-zone? What the hell would a female be doing in this parts of the forest that was mostly dominated by ruthless rogue wolves? I did not spare any moment in trying to figure out an answer to the question that tugged at the back of my mind as my paws started to pound against the damp forest ground. I started to race faster as my senses directed me to where the predator was. As I drew closer, I slowed down my pace and peeped through a covering of shrubs. My eyes almost popped open when I saw an unfamiliar young woman seated by the foot of a tree, running a finger over her ankle. Without thinking, I jumped out of my hiding and as soon as her eyes met mine, she let out a shriek before crashing to the ground. She laid still, with her eyes shut. I took step away from her and shifted back into my full form. I was about to go back in the direction I came from when I remembered that the woman hadn't moved an inch yet. I strode towards her with a frown, half worried that she was dead. Her face was pale and her lips bled. There was also a deep gash on her shoulder. I leaned towards her and checked her pulse. She was still breathing. Rage, my wolf stirred at the back of my mind as I peered into the woman's face. "Mate." Rage growled inside me, "Save mate." Mate? How could she be my mate when I couldn't even sense her wolf? It was very unlikely. I grew confused by Rage's behavior. Rage had never been vocal about getting a mate. Why was he now claiming a complete stranger who was most likely a rogue wolf? A cold chill ran through me, and I staggered backwards. "Rage!" I yelled in my mind, "You don't expect me to pick her up, do you?" "She's my mate. Save her now" Rage responded, making me even more confused. I scanned the area where I stood, and realized that I just couldn't leave this stranger behind in this lonely and dangerous forest. With no other choice, I lifted her unconscious body from the ground and cradled her in my arms. The Red-zone was one of the forests that were inhabited by rogue wolves, and only strong wolves could make it out of there. I had taken it as a route on my way back from a neighboring pack. As I slowly walked back to Landside pack, a thought came to my head. Who was the woman in my arms? Why was she in the red-zone? I was sure that she was a rogue, because every woman from all the packs in the order were prohibited from stepping out of their packs without any form of physical protection. I exhaled as I made it to the borders of Landside pack. By the time I arrived at the pack house, I noticed that the stranger's breathing was now slowed. Panic seized my chest as I hurried down the hallways and rushed to the wing of the building where the pack healer's room was. Without a word, he took the dying woman from my hands and placed her on the small bed. "Ghol" I panted, "Do anything you can, anything at all to make sure she lives, please." I headed out of the dimly lit room and walked back to my chambers. An hour later, the door was pushed open and my beta, Reese, slid in with his arms folded across his chest. "You've been gone all day, Alpha Kayson" He said, leaning against the wall. I was seated at my study table, in front of a lit candle, going through some scrolls which I had gotten from the Alpha Ronan of the Seaside pack. I raised my head and shot a confused glance at Reese. When did he start monitoring my movements and the time I spent outside the pack? I bit hard on my lower lip and returned my attention to the scroll in my hands. "Alpha Kayson?" He repeated. "What is it?" "I only pointed out that you spent the whole day at Seaside, or did you go elsewhere?" His voice was laced with anger, but he seemed composed, as he eyed me from a distance. "Reese, I am the Alpha of this pack, and I don't appreciate you breathing down on my neck like I’m six." I snapped. "My apologies, Alpha." He said, still maintaining a blank expression on his face, "While you were away at Seaside, I had to sign a number of documents from the council's secretary. There are currently plans in motion for the next general mating ceremony" I shrugged, "Can we talk about this tomorrow? I am exhausted, and I've had a long day." He nodded, and approached my table. When he was close enough, he placed both hands on the table and pinned his eyes on me. "If you don't mind me asking, who did you bring back from Seaside, Alpha?" He said. "Oh! Did you see me with someone?" He shook his head, "No, but a number of servants did. They said you took the person to the healer's chambers" I leaned back in my seat, running my fingers through my hair. "Reese, On my way back from the Seaside pack, I picked up a half dead woman at the red-zone" "Picked up?" He asked with a dry chuckle. I nodded. He was silent for a moment and then he cleared his throat. "Alpha Kayson, if you had truly picked her up at the red-zone, then she's definitely a rogue wolf. You need to send her away, Please." I pushed back my seat and rose, fuming. "No! She shall stay here." "She is a stranger and a potential threat!" He argued. I raised my hand in the air, signaling that he shouldn't attempt to counter me again. A line etched between his brows. "Reese, she will stay until she gets better, and there's nothing you can do about it." I watched as Reese's mouth dropped open and his eyes narrowed on me.APRIL'S POV "I wonder what you were doing out there, alone in such a dangerous place." Someone said besides me. I stiffened. My eyes were closed, but I could tell that I was laying on a soft surface. It wasn't the wet grass of the forest, neither was it the hardness of the ground. It felt more like a bed. I held my breath for a moment, struggling to remember if any of the guards had caught up with me. I could barely remember anything, but I was aware of every sound around my immediate environment. My eyes fluttered open, just in time for me to see someone pull his hands away from my face. A man! He had a chiseled jaw and his brown hair fell over a part of his face. He seemed shocked to see me awake and he drew back a few inches. I shut my eyes again, wincing as a sharp pain seared through my head. My head thumped, but that didn't matter to me. I was supposed to be focused on where I was. Had I been caught by Alpha Winston's men? I tried to remember the last
Kayson's POVAs I watched Reese, my Beta walk out on me, his defiance still lingered in the air. I couldn't believe he had the audacity to disobey me in front of a stranger. But I pushed aside my anger and focused on the wounded female in front of me. She looked pale and fragile, her small frame almost disappearing into the bed."Go back to bed," I told her, my voice firm but gentle. "We'll talk later, when you're feeling stronger. You'll need all your energy for our next conversation." I paused, my eyes locked on hers. "You owe the pack an explanation and the truth about why you're here, and what you want."She stuttered out a thank you, her eyes darting away from mine. I could sense her fear, her uncertainty. She knew she was at my mercy, that her fate was in my hands. And I knew that fate was usually sealed for strays like her, who stumbled into our territory uninvited. But something about her struck a chord in me. My instincts whispered that there was more to her story, that she
Alpha Kayson's POVAs I stood at the conclave, I repeated the ancient chants alongside the other Alphas. The elders led the rites, their voices echoing through the mountain plane. This sacred gathering was strictly invitation-only, and any stranger would be met with swift death. The location was always a secret, changing with each conclave to ensure our safety. I had chosen to bring only one escort, Thane, my trusted gamma and pack member. His loyalty and prowess were unmatched, and I knew he would have my back in any situation unlike Reese these recent times.Just as the procession reached its midpoint, a loud commotion erupted from the base of the mountain, where our security team was stationed. The noise grew louder, with snarls and growls filling the air. Every Alpha's eyes narrowed, their hackles raised as they sensed potential danger. Some of the Alphas had already shifted into their wolf forms, their eyes glowing in the darkness. The procession halted, and Thane instinctively m
ALPHA RYDER'S POVAs the elder declared the meeting adjourned, I felt an inexplicable pull towards April. My instincts screamed at me to protect her, to keep her safe from harm. I moved closer, my eyes locking onto hers as she sat up, her vision stabilizing. For a brief, electrifying moment, our gazes met, and I was transported to a dreamlike state.Memories flashed like fireflies in the background of her eyes, my wolf, Onyx, and a strange, familiar landscape. It was as if I'd seen it all before, yet I knew I hadn't. The vision vanished as quickly as it appeared, leaving me with more questions than answers, but one thing I'm nearly sure I is that she felt what I felt too.My rational mind struggled to make sense of it, but I couldn't shake off the feeling of déjà vu. It was as if our souls were reuniting, yet I knew we'd never met before. I felt a deep connection, a sense of belonging, and I knew I had to keep her close.I took advantage of the chaos and lifted April onto my shoulder,
April's POVThe heat of passion consumed me, and I was utterly lost in its flames. I couldn't explain, couldn't rationalize, how I ended up entwined with Alpha Ryder. One moment, I was seeking comfort in his embrace, the next, our eyes locked, and a long-suppressed mutual desire burst free.It was as if our connection was beyond my control, beyond explanation. A primal force that neither of us could resist. His hold tightened, and I felt his hardness pressing against my almost bare thighs, sending shivers down my spine. As I raised my head to meet his gaze, he captured my jaw with his large hands, his fingers digging into my skin with a possessiveness that made my heart race.And then, his lips claimed mine in a kiss that was both fierce and tender, devouring me with a hunger that left me breathless. My lips seemed to have a mind of their own, responding to his passion with equal fervor, as if our mouths were made to fit together like two pieces of a puzzle.His fingers traced the cur
Alpha Ryder's POVI couldn't help but wonder if this was all real, how did we end up here? But my thoughts were cut short as she tightened her grip on my thrusting dick sending waves of pleasure through me. I felt myself surrendering to the moment, my body responding with an intense release that left me breathless. The sensation lasted longer than I expected, leaving me drained yet somehow I felt more alive than I had felt in ages. My past exploits as an alpha seemed to fade into insignificance beside this moment and trust me, that says a lotThe blush spreading across my face seemed to say, 'I'm yours, completely and utterly yours.' And in that moment, I knew I was given to her without reservation or regret.As I dressed, I noticed April's gaze avoiding mine, her face flushed with embarrassment. My wolf senses picked up on her discomfort, and I drew closer, concern etched on my face. 'What's wrong, my Luna?' I asked, gently turning her to face me. 'You're safe with me, your Alpha. No
Alpha Kayson's povAlpha Ronan stunned us all, his sudden transformation into a gold-colored wolf catching us off guard. I was still speaking, my voice raised in anger, when he launched himself at Alpha Ryder. The two Alphas clashed, and tore at each other. The sound of their growls and snarls filled the air, their battle intense and ferocious.For a moment, I considered intervening, to stop the fight before it spiraled out of control. But then I hesitated, realizing that this confrontation had been a long time coming. Alpha Ryder and Alpha Ronan had been at odds for far too long, their rivalry simmering just below the surface and just maybe this might be in my favor.So I made a split-second decision, my eyes fixed on April's limp form. I transformed into my half-wolf form. In one swift motion, I scooped up April, cradling her in my arms as I turned to flee the scene. I didn't look back from the chaos, April's safety was my only concern.Alpha Ronan's PovI was consumed by rage and b
Alpha Kayson's POV As I traveled back to our landside, I was consumed by anger and frustration. I couldn't wait to be alone with Rage, my wolf, and try to make sense of everything. I trusted Rage's instincts, but I couldn't understand why he was so adamant that we claim this Omega. She seemed to have no reservations about who she was with, and it infuriated me that we had to wait in line for Ryder's leftovers.If it weren't for the oaths treaty that bound us, I would have ripped Ryder to shreds right then and there. I was seething with rage, but I kept my cool, knowing that losing control would only make things worse.The girl, April, was quiet with embarrassment, and I didn't say a word to her until we got home. I couldn't bear to look at her, let alone speak to her. My beta, who had never dared to meet my eyes for nearly twenty years, was now plotting against me. All because of this girl. I couldn't help but wonder what I had gained from this whole ordeal. Nothing but humiliation a