Gray's POVJoey's menacing words were hardly out of his mouth when a group of over a dozen fully-armed werewolves burst into the room. These folks were burly, their weapons gleamed, and it was clear they knew their way around a fight.Joey grinned like he had just pulled off the best trick in the world and said, "I know you are very tough, but as soon as I got that message that you came to my pack, I called back every warrior we had in the pack. There is more muscle waiting outside. No matter how good you are, you can't fight off all of us. Today, both of you are destined to die here alongside that wretch Alisha."My face scrunched up tight. I could smell Alisha's blood, and worry buzzed inside me. But the current situation was one that we couldn't quickly resolve or escape from safely. Even if we could call for backup through the mindlink, it would take some time for them to arrive at the Black Furies, which we didn't have.Moreover, Joey wasn't giving us any opportunities. He immedi
Alisha's POVI hid under the bed with Magaly, clutching her tightly. I wished my body could turn into a shield, completely protecting her from any harm. The sounds of battle, clashes of weapons, and shouting from outside were chilling. I could do nothing but pray for it to end soon so I could take Magaly away for treatment.Peering through the cracks under the bed, I saw broken hands, limbs stained with blood, and the intense battle outside. Although I couldn't see the specific details, I could feel more and more werewolves entering the room, trying to take down Gray, or more directly, trying to kill me.I didn't know if Gray, on his own, could hold out. I cursed myself once more for my lack of combat abilities, unable to join the fight and protect Magaly.The next moment, I heard Gray roar, and I felt the entire air suddenly become tense, instilling a deep and unexplainable fear. It was like being a small insect caught in a spider's web, with my body and soul bound.Then, my vision t
Alisha's POVKnowing that the doctor couldn't come to treat Magaly due to Archie's orders, I felt a deep hatred for him. Why did he favor Erma so much? Why didn't he consider the lives of others?I forced myself to stay calm. Complaining wouldn't help now. I had to find a way to save Magaly. So, I dialed Archie's number, and after what seemed like an eternity, someone finally answered the call.I urgently said to Archie, "Archie, I need...""Sorry, Luna, this is Brad. Alpha isn't available to take calls right now."I knew that even Brad wouldn't have the authority to change Archie's decisions and orders, so I asked directly, "Brad? Where's Archie? I have something very important to discuss with him.""Sorry, Luna," Brad replied.I was furious, "Since he won't take my call, then tell him I need the doctor from Erma's side immediately!""Sorry, Luna, Alpha ordered earlier to prioritize Erma's health and safety."Upon hearing this, my heart felt frozen. I blinked, and a tear slid down my
Gray's POVWhen Louie and I presented the doctor in front of Alisha, we were astonished to find only a tear-streaked Alisha on the scene, with no sign of her grandmother Magaly.I was horrified and immediately asked Alisha, "What happened? We found the doctor, but where is Magaly now?"Alisha curled up on the floor, holding herself helplessly, her cries echoing throughout the room."What happened?" Seeing this, Louie hurried over to Alisha, deeply concerned, asking about her condition.Alisha raised her swollen, tear-soaked eyes, staring vacantly into space. Then, choking on her sobs, she replied, "She has gone… she has completely gone from me! It's my fault! That is all my fault!" As she spoke, Alisha started to self-harm, striking her face and body with her hands hardly.Louie and I rushed to hold Alisha, preventing her from hurting herself further. But Alisha continued to wail in agony. Moreover, Alisha had been injured before. To buy time to save Magaly, she had hastily bandaged h
Archie's POVWhen I watched Alisha leaving without looking back, accompanied by Gray and Louie, my heart felt like it was being fried in hot oil. How I wished she would change her mind! If only she apologized, I could forgive her for her helplessness and insolence this time.But she was cold-hearted and left without any nostalgia, leaving those other two bastards behind.Rage consumed me; I kicked the table and sofa, wanting to tear down the entire house. Brad kneeled down with fear right now.At this time, my wolf's voice echoed in my mind, "Archie, I sense the presence of our mate, the person we have been searching for. However, for some reason, she seems no longer to belong to us.""Oh, come on, you idiot! What mate are you talking about? Are you still half asleep? You have been dozing off since the island, and now you wake up talking nonsense! That bitch Alisha has run off with someone else! Why didn't you just sleep through doomsday and then wake up?""What did you say?""Alisha,
Alisha‘s POVI looked at my hands, and tears began to well up in my eyes. Not long ago, I used these hands to touch and embrace Magaly, feeling her warmth, but now as I clenched my fists, there was nothing left...The wind brushed against my face, carrying away the tears threatening to fall.I left the Golden Crest, left Archie, and finally, I put an end to this wrong and miserable marriage with my own hands. I should be smiling, celebrating my new life, but my heart was filled with bitterness. I had invested so much love and emotion into a marriage that ended in tragedy.I knew Louie and Gray were willing to take care of me, and I was grateful, but I also knew I couldn't continue being this weak.Back when I was with the Black Furies, I relied on Magaly's protection and care. Later, facing Joey and Evita, I wasn't strong enough, allowing them to think I was easy to bully, ultimately leading to Magaly's involvement and trouble.After marrying Archie, I comfortably became his wife, jus
Archie‘s POVAlthough I knew my wolf made a valid point, that I should immediately catch up to Alisha to confirm if she was indeed my mate, for some reason, I remained standing there, taking no action.My wolf persisted, urging me, "What are you standing around for? Move, now!"But I remained impassive, rooted to the spot, like a statue.My wolf howled, and I felt like it might just burst out on its own in the next second. "Damn it, Archie, is there something wrong with your brain? I have explained everything, why are you standing here cluelessly! That's our mate!"Frustrated, I tugged at my hair and then sat down on the floor, gasping for breath. "Stop howling. I won't go see her. Since she has chosen to betray me herself, how can I still have to look for her?""You are being a complete idiot! What did you do to make Alisha so angry that she decided to break up with you?"Upon hearing this, I punched the floor. "It's all her fault! She must wanted to leave the Golden Crest long ago,
Alisha's POVComing back to Blood Dawn for the second time, my feelings were completely different than before. The last time, I was forced to accompany Archie here, and I encountered danger because of some rogues. It was thanks to Louie's timely rescue that I managed to leave the Dark Forest alive.Reflecting on it now, every time I faced danger, Archie wasn't by my side. In reality, I should have seen my place in his heart clearly. I foolishly held onto the illusion of this marriage, believing that patience and love could win him over, hoping that someday he would fall in love with me. But after two years, all I got was a heart as lifeless as ashes.In his eyes, anyone or anything else was more important than me; I was merely a burden to him. It is a pity I didn't realize this reality sooner, wasting my emotions and Magaly's life.Thinking about all this, my mood indeed soured. Gray seemed to notice and gently patted my shoulder, saying, "Forget about the unhappy things from before,
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