KAI'S POVThe sun had set three days ago on Nadia’s lifeless body. Since then, the pack has fallen into a strange silence. The air was heavy with tension, so palpable that it could be cut with a knife. Yet, there was an undeniable sense of relief that was hard to ignore.I felt a chilling satisfaction wash over me at her demise. My heart was filled with a sense of relief that bordered on joy. Had Alana not acted with such swift decisiveness, I would have taken it upon myself to ensure her end.Nadia had consistently been a source of trouble and danger for us. It seemed inevitable that she would eventually pay the price for her actions.However, my heart twisted for Willow. Despite all her mother's wickedness, Nadia was still a part of her. I could see the agony written on Willow's face, a haunting reminder of the loss she had to bear.I knew there was no use in worrying over Willow too much, as Cameron and Chase were always by her side to comfort and protect her. But the thought of th
ALANA POVIt was a hot, sunny day. The weather outside was the most intense I had ever experienced. The relentless sun scorched the earth, leaving me exhausted and devoid of energy. I sought comfort in the bathroom, where the cool water rejuvenated my skin and calmed my senses.Once I was done, I wrapped a towel around my body, feeling its softness against my damp skin, with another over my hair that was still dripping wet. It was the only thing that separated me from the harsh reality outside. I stepped out of the bathroom, hoping to find some peace in the bedroom. But as soon as I opened the door, I was confronted by an unexpected sight.Kai was standing there, his tall figure blocking the doorway. He looked at me with a piercing gaze, making me feel exposed and vulnerable.I gasped, "Kai? What are you doing here?" I asked, feeling panicked and embarrassed.He walked into the room and said, "I need to talk to you, Alana. Please hear me out." After closing the door behind him, he lo
ALANA’S POVAs soon as the door slammed shut with a loud bang, I felt a wave of emotions wash over me, too powerful to resist. I crumpled to the floor, curling myself into a ball, as tears poured out of my eyes.I cried, not because of Kai’s persistence but because of the love that still burned in my chest for him. A love that had survived the years of separation, betrayal, and pain; a love that had never faded, even when I wished it would.Kai believed he could reenter my life as if nothing had happened. How could he expect me to forgive him and welcome him back after he had left me for such a long period?He lacked an understanding of what love truly means. He didn’t understand that love required sacrifice, commitment, and trust. He thought that affection could be won with a few pretty words or a charming smile.He needed to prove the worthiness of my love, not because the circumstances had suddenly shifted in my favor. Until he accomplished that, I would never respond with a ‘Yes’
ALANA’S POVI felt Luke’s words hit me like a slap in the face. He had just reminded me of my duties and promise to the Oceanic Pack elders, as if I didn’t know them by heart.He had meant to be helpful, but sometimes he could be a bit too overbearing. I hated entertaining any of it, especially when I was not in the mood.I knew he was only trying to protect me and the oceanic pack, but he had no idea what I was going through at the moment.He failed to comprehend the burden of leading the pack or the heartache involved in persuading my children to abandon their birthplace for a land that wasn’t rightfully ours.He simply couldn’t understand me, and while I don’t expect him to, I also don’t want to feel pressured by him.“Luke, I’m perfectly aware of the importance of returning home before the night of the full moon. Perhaps you haven’t noticed, but my son, Cameron, was attacked. His full recovery is necessary before we can embark on any journey. If we don’t make it home before then,
KAI’S POV"Please, please, please, let her be okay," I muttered under my breath as I paced the clinic lobby, my anxiety reaching new heights. I glanced at Alana, who was standing still as a statue, her face mirroring my worry and anguish.Her eyes, typically bright and full of life, now appeared dim and filled with fear. The only sounds permeating the air were the grunts and cries of other pack members, each awaiting their turn to be attended to.My restless feet came to a halt when the door opened with a creak, and Healer Marcus came out, looking pale and exhausted. Alana and I rushed to him, bombarding him with questions."How is she?" I asked, my voice trembling. "Is she going to make it?" Alana added, her voice just as panicked.He shook his head, his face etched with worry. "Not good, Alpha. She's not responding as I had hoped. Maybe you should go in and talk to her. Maybe she'll hear you."I felt a surge of pain coursing through my chest, as if I had been stabbed. ‘No, no, no, t
Willow’s POV“Ow! Ow! Ow!” I screamed at the top of my voice, curling up in a fetal position on my bed. “It hurts so much!” I groaned.As dawn broke, I found myself writhing in my bed, clutching my stomach as if it were about to burst. My cries echoed through the silent house, piercing the early morning calmness.Unwilling to disturb the entire household, I suppressed the impending sob that threatened to escape my lips. I swiftly called at my mates through our mind link, Cameron and Chase, who were asleep in the adjacent room. In no time, they both rushed into my room. Their faces, marked with worry, scanned my trembling form.“Shit, shit, shit!” Chase cursed, rushing to sit beside me.“What’s wrong, love, bunny?” They asked in unison, their voices filled with worry.“I don’t know,” I managed to gasp out between clenched teeth. “I just don’t know! It feels as if something is tearing me apart from the inside!”"Okay, okay, calm down!" Cameron said, grabbing my hand. "We're here; we're
Alana's POVIt’s been three days since Luna Emilia was laid to rest. Her sudden death left everyone in shock, especially Kai. He has barely spoken to anyone since, locking himself in the study. It’s unbearable to see him this way. It’s even worst that I will soon be leaving for oceanic pack.I wandered through the halls of the pack house, haunted by the stillness that surrounded me. I felt like a ghost, drifting through a world that had lost its color and meaning. Kai's sadness was not the only thing that bothered my heart. I had another reason to be restless.The coronation of my sons as Alphas was rapidly approaching. I found myself needing to persuade them to return home in time for the ceremony. They had been living among the Crimson Pack for an extended period, where they encountered their mate, Willow. Enchanted by her, they followed her back to crimson pack. Here, they marked and mated with her, binding their wolves to hers in a bond that made separation impossible.I could se
ALANA’S POVHis voice echoed in the silence, a stark refusal that hung heavy in the air. “We are not leaving,” Chase repeated. His voice was firm and resolute—a single word that shattered my hopes. How could he say no? How could he refuse to come back with me?"Chase, what do you mean by not leaving?" I asked, my eyes wide and unblinking, mirroring my confusion and disbelief.I looked at Cameron, his twin brother, hoping for some support, but he only nodded in agreement with his brother. They both looked at me with determination, their eyes unwavering.“Please explain why you’re reluctant to return to the Oceanic Pack with me.” I strived to maintain a calm and composed voice, but I could feel the tension mounting in my chest. I had anticipated this moment for days, dreading their response. Now, they were rejecting me, shirking their responsibilities despite my attempts to make them understand the reasons.Chase, acting as a spokesman for both himself and his brother, sighed, ran a ha