Louie’s POVI arrived at the Blood Dawn early, hoping to meet Archie and his wife to have a chat and get to know them better. However, I ended up waiting for Archie in the VIP lounge for two hours, and he still hadn't shown up.My messages to Theresa remained unanswered, and I figured she must be busy. Bored to the core, I found myself drinking alone in a corner, forced to overhear various trivial gossip from the other guests."In a little while, the succession ceremony will begin, and we'll have the chance to meet the Alpha of the Blood Dawn. They say he's ruthless and incredibly powerful, often leading teams to hunt rogues in the Dark Forest. He's a king with an iron fist.""Yes, I've heard about his prowess. He perfectly inherits his mother's gifted bloodline. Having such an Alpha guarding the Dark Forest in the North gives us a sense of great security.""But personally, I think the Alpha of the Golden Crest I is even more formidable.""I heard that the Alpha and Luna of the Golden
Alisha's POVUnder the veil of night, I stealthily trailed behind Joey, leaving the garden behind. He skillfully avoided the crowd, coming to a quiet clearing that faced a dark and terrifying forest. Although I was unfamiliar with this place, the eerie and dreadful atmosphere emanating from the forest confirmed its sinister reputation as the legendary Dark Forest.I felt terrible scared to stay close to this ominous forest, and the air itself seemed to thicken with an overwhelming darkness. As I gazed at the foreboding forest from afar, it felt as if a heavy boulder pressed against my chest, making it difficult to breathe. My head pounded, and a dissonant ringing filled my ears. Clutching my wedding ring tightly, I sought strength from it, almost like a talisman. Surprisingly, my blurred vision began to clear, and the screams in my mind subsided, as if the ring itself held some mysterious power.Joey hesitated in front of the Dark Forest, his eyes scanning the inky ex
Alisha's POVDesperation gripped me as I tried to run as fast as I could to escape the danger lurking behind me. But with every gasping breath, I knew it was futile. The foul stench from the wolf's mouth invaded my senses, a chilling reminder that I was already within its hunting range. As its sharp claws pierced my back, a surge of agony surged through my body, and I realized that there was no way I could escape this ruthless predator.Just when I thought all hope was lost, a sudden howl pierced through the darkness. A figure as swift as a sword flew past me, soaring through the air and clamping down on the wolf that had attacked me. The two ferocious beings tumbled on the ground, raising a cloud of dust in their wake.As I struggled to recover from the impact, I saw the newcomer, a majestic wolf with a dense coat of pure white fur. Its coat shimmered like liquid moonlight, and its eyes held an intensity that sent chills down my spine. It stood before me, fiercely gu
Alisha's POVI watched in awe as Louie's power manifested, the icy aura surrounding him making him look like a mythical figure, a king of ice and snow. His eyes glowed with intensity, a mixture of anger and determination. In that moment, he appeared larger than life, a force to be reckoned with.The forest fell into an eerie silence as Louie's icy power held the rogue wolves captive. The tension in the air dissipated, replaced by an otherworldly calm. I couldn't believe what I was witnessing – Louie had not only saved me from the impending danger but also incapacitated the entire pack of rogue wolves.The realization of Louie's extraordinary abilities filled me with awe and gratitude. Louie's dual nature never ceased to amaze me. In my memory, he had always been a gentle werewolf, someone who cherished art, loved music, and possessed a kind and caring heart. I never could have imagined that the same Louie would display such astonishing power on the battlefield.
Louie's POVUnder the guidance of the warriors from Blood Dawn, we arrived in a room adorned with warm golden lights. It seemed like a medical area, well-equipped to tend to injuries. A sense of relief washed over me as I knew Alisha would receive proper care here.As the door closed behind us, I gently placed Theresa on the bed, her breathing still labored from the pain of her wounds. The leader spoke with authority, introducing a she-wolf to us, "It seems that your companion's wounds need treatment. If you don't mind, Lola can help you. She is very attentive and knowledgeable in medical matters, a very reliable warrior."Lola's presence reassured me, knowing that Theresa would be in good hands."In addition, I have already informed our Alpha. Before he arrives, you must stay here," the leader continued.I nodded gratefully, acknowledging the leader's suggestion, "Thank you very much. We appreciate your help, and we won't leave. Theresa's safety is my
Alisha's POVLola's expertise in healing was truly remarkable. With skilled precision, she tended to my wound, cleaning it thoroughly before gently wrapping it in fresh bandages. Her experienced hands moved swiftly yet carefully, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude wash over me."You're lucky this time," she said with a hint of relief in her voice. "The wound isn't too deep, and the rogue's claws didn't carry any poison. Otherwise, you would have been in grave danger." I silently thanked Moon Goodness for sparing me from more serious harm.With the wound neatly bandaged, she handed me a new set of clothes, and her considerate gesture touched my heart. "Your clothes got torn while treating the wound, so you can wear mine for now."I gratefully accepted the clothes she provided. The soft fabric was a welcome change from the tattered and blood-stained clothing I had been wearing. I quickly changed into the fresh garments, feeling more comfortable
Archie's POV:A storm raged within me, tearing at my soul as I stood before the ridiculous scene unfolding in front of me. The girl that Louie had been so captivated by, was she truly Alisha? The mate he had chosen for his lifetime was my Luna? And the friend he wanted to introduce me to was actually my wife! Was this a cosmic joke played on me?Questions and doubts swirled like a tempest in my mind, each gust fueling the flames of anger that threatened to consume me. When had Alisha met Louie? Why were they together here? What had they been doing behind my back? The fury surging through me was relentless, unyielding, making my chest feel tight and my breath erratic.Even if I had managed to snatch Alisha away from Louie and hold her tightly in my arms, it still wouldn't have quelled this seething rage within me. My heart ached at the mere thought of Louie being close to her, his hand intertwined with hers. I couldn't bear the sight of them together, as if they shared
Alisha's POVAs I looked at the man standing before me, someone I had briefly met after the interview, my mind buzzed with surprise and puzzlement. "Gray?" I called out his name, unable to contain my astonishment.Gray nodded slightly, his eyes filled with concern as he asked, "Are you okay? Is the injury severe?"Lola's expression looked utterly surprised, as if she had never seen her Alpha speak so gently before. She exchanged glances with the other pack members, and they all seemed taken aback by Gray's unexpected behavior.Gray's question caught me off guard. When I had encountered Gray before, I had mistaken him for an ordinary human. But now, with the revelation that he was the Alpha of the Blood Dawn pack, responsible for guarding the perilous Dark Forest, my perception of him shifted entirely. The recent rogue attack flashed in my mind, and I trembled at the thought of the dangers he and his pack faced.Trying to regain my composure, I replied, "I fe
Alisha's POVI saw under the night sky, my pack was covered in flames everywhere, and the air was filled with the constant cries of pain. My warriors were being attacked by rogues, their blood staining the ground, but they remained fearless, bravely picking up their weapons to continue the fight.However, the rogues seemed to possess an undead-like ability. They were shrouded in an ominous black mist, making them seemingly impervious to attacks. Even when bleeding, they felt no pain or avoidance. These rogues had become pure fighting machines.Gray and Orathe activated the Dyess fam
Alisha's POVThe intense pain left my body numb, but for some reason, my consciousness remained clear. The next moment, a black wolf broke through the window, biting into half of Louie's body, causing him to collapse to the ground.I even heard the sound of bones being crushed. Louie's hand was pulled out of my body, and blood spurted out, staining the entire carpet red.My wolf immediately transitioned from the Bay to reality and began healing me. I heard the sound of blood flowing out of my chest, the angry growls of the black wolf, and people downstairs rushing up upon hearing th
Archie's POVAfter I woke up, I saw Shaunda's concerned expression. "How do you feel, Archie?""I'm okay. Where am I?" I tried to lift my hand to rub my forehead but felt a sharp pain in my arm. The memories of what happened earlier flooded back, and my expression darkened."Don't move. Your wounds are deep; you need rest," Shaunda quickly stopped my actions. "We were planning to go back to Golden Crest, but your injuries were too severe. We had to find a place to treat your wounds temporarily. You had a high fever and were talking nonsense all night. It scared me. If your condition
Archie's POVI was carried away from Blood Dawn by my wolf, blood oozing from my wounds. Yet, the physical pain couldn't compare to the agony in my heart. My heart was dead; how could my body still feel?Alisha's determined face as she stabbed me haunted me. The piercing coldness seeped through every pore when I recalled that moment. She was willing to kill me for another man—her husband, as she emphasized. Husband, a title I once scoffed at, now tore me apart.My wolf seemed distraught too, incessantly muttering and complaining in my mind. "What have you done this time?" "I a
Alisha's POVAfter the wedding ceremony, considering Louie's health, I chose not to attend the evening party. With Nova's assistance, I changed out of my wedding gown and took Louie back to the room to rest.Tonight was the first night of our marriage, and as we entered the room, I felt a hint of nervousness. On the night I married Archie, he didn't sleep with me; instead, he slept in a guest room. Now, looking at our bridal chamber, I felt a bit lost.Louie seemed to sense my nervousness. He comfortingly smiled at me and said, "Sorry, because of me, you can't join the evening gathe
Archie's POVI had fantasized countless times about what my mate had described as her wolf. I wondered what it would look like. Now I knew. It was the most wonderful creature in the world, a gift from Moon Goodness to this world. Moonlight fell on its pure white fur, making it shimmer as if it had walked out of a fairy tale.I opened my mouth, staring motionlessly at the white wolf not far ahead. Its eyes, as clear and beautiful as jewels, met mine, and a breeze carried a delightful scent from its fur. It was the light in this dark world.With just one glance, I knew it must be Alis
Alisha's POVI never thought Archie would appear at my wedding. Why is he here? My palms were instantly soaked with cold sweat.Louie kept staring at me, noticing my tension and unease. He took my hand, holding it firmly as if trying to warm me. In a soft whisper, he reassured me, "I'm here. Don't worry."I tried to ignore the piercing glances behind me, following Gray's guidance with a stiff body, step by step, until I stood opposite him.Before me was Louie's face, but in my mind, Archie's face flas
Archie's POVI looked at the person in disbelief, and it turned out to be Louie! He was dressed in a suit, and although he looked a bit pale, he seemed lively, radiating joy. Yes, today he was going to marry Alisha, how could he not be happy?What were my feelings when I was going to marry Alisha before? I seemed to have forgotten, and back then, Alisha was just a command from Shaunda to me. I didn't care at that time, and I don't even have memories of our wedding.Thinking about it now, it fills me with profound bitterness. If there were a time machine, I would definitely go back and tell my indifferent self: you will fall in love with your bride; please treat her well from now on.Unfortunately, time doesn't rewind. Now, I could only, in regret, watch Louie in a groom's suit approach me step by step. I felt like a defeated person, trying to maintain pride and dignity in front of the winner.Upon hearing Louie's words, Gray frowned and said to Louie, "Why are you here? Go back and pr
Archie's POVHowever, as I was about to enter Blood Dawn, a shout suddenly came, "Stop!"I followed the voice and found Gray. I frowned and then calmly explained, "I'm here to attend... to attend the wedding." It was really hard for me to speak out this answer.Gray hurried over, shook his head at me, and said, "Today is an important day for Alisha. I don't want to fight with you at this moment. So be sensible and leave on your own."His voice was cold and full of hostility. I knew about his relationship with Alisha, so from his perspective, he had a reason not to like me. But regardless, today I must see Alisha, and no one, not even her brother, can stop me."I mean no harm. I know my actions hurt Alisha, and I just want to see her and apologize.""Put away that disgusting face of yours. Alisha is about to start her new life, and she doesn't need your apology or to see you again. Leave immediately!"Though I was prepared, hearing this response was