Aidan’s POV “No!” Cara stares at my brother and eye. “I haven’t seen Alaric in six years, I promise!” Ryan and I narrow our eyes at her, a little skeptical at first, then both of our faces relax when we realize Cara’s telling the truth. “Now tell me more about this meeting you had with Pack Da
Alaric said, “Of course I remember. But it doesn’t matter anyway. I’ve realized something…” He trailed off again, looking into the distance. Here’s the revised line with the added question: “Well, spit it out then. Don’t leave us in suspense…” Ryan said with a sarcastic yawn. “What, did you on
Cara’s POV I head to the date feeling a little nervous. Thankfully, I don’t see Alaric or Eamon’s car on the way. Maybe they’re already gone. This blind date is going surprisingly well compared to the others, but somehow something feels off. The man sitting across from me at the restaurant tab
Cara’s POV I feel slightly better after the phone call with Ruby and the kids, but I’m still feeling a bit uneasy as I return to the table where my blind date is sitting. This definitely doesn't feel like a good sign... I once discussed with my assistant how to handle a situation if a date tur
The skin on my face stings and burns, and I realize I must’ve scraped it against the pavement. I feel something wet on my cheek and realize with terror that it must be blood. My blood. My blind date’s laughter rings in my ears, mean and chilling. He walks up to where I lay on the ground, and one
Alaric’s POV I can’t believe it. It’s her. It's Cara. After all these years…this is our first reunion. A trace of fear still lingers on Cara’s face. Her cheek is scraped, a streak of blood visible on her skin. Yet, even like this, she still looks stunning. I find myself captivated by her—h
She must be Cara’s child. But my children with Cara miscarried long ago. The gravestones I placed for them still stand near the site of the car accident in Pack DarkWood, and I visit them every year... So, these two children must be Cara’s—just not mine. She‘s mom now. She finally has that f
Eamon’s POV I answer the phone as soon as I see Cara’s assitant's name on the screen. “King… You need to come… quickly. We’re close to the border, in DarkWood…” Her signal seems really bad. The voice keeps breaking up. “We’re on our way.” I ask her as I rush down the hall towards the garage. A
My feelings for Alaric have always been so strong. And we have children together, even if he doesn’t know it. I’ve been confused in my feelings for Alaric, but after the other night we shared… And now he wants to pursue me, even once the event is over and our packs continue on without the need for s
Cara’s POVI’m frozen for a long moment, not fully understanding what Noel is saying or why.He thinks I’m his mate? How can that be? I’ve already found and lost Alaric. Unless Alaric sees himself as my second chance mate?That has to be it, but yet… with my own wolf still lost to me, I couldn’t tru
Cara’s POVAs the elders swarm around Alaric, I use the opportunity to back out and away from that group.Glancing around, I spot my brothers gathered around at one table in the corner. Knowing I’d be more comfortable there, surrounded by family, I point my feet that way and start walking.Along the
Eamon’s POV“Yes, and then when I told him to… he…”My voice trails off as I realize the person I’m talking to is not listening to me at all. His gaze is thoroughly distracted to something on the dance floor. Glancing around me, I realize that he is not the only one.Nearly everyone in the room is l
Alaric’s POVIn reality, I’ve only waited for Cara’s response for a handful of seconds....and yet, somehow, it still feels like forever.This is nothing but a simple request for a dance, and yet it is so much more.If she rejects me in this, perhaps she is rejecting me in every other way as well.S
Alaric’s POVShock strikes through me like a lightning bolt, leaving me rooted to the spot.For a long moment, my mind is fully blank, as I take in the sight and the words of the host.Cara… is Aylon Auburn?She is the BloodyMoon beta?!It doesn’t seem real. Maybe I am dreaming again. Subtly, I pinc
For better or worse, that spotlight is about to come for me.As Eamon and I stand backstage behind the curtain, Alaric and his beta John approach from the other side.When Alaric spots me, he stops, stunned by the sight of me.Alaric:"...Cara?!"His eyes are slightly wide, his lips parting.He doesn
Cara’s POVEamon had such kind words for me and my dress, but he himself is also stunning in his white fitted suit with golden trim along the collar and cuffs.He wore a red vest under his white jacket, with a golden crest of the BloodyMoon pack emblazoned upon it.The gold in the white gives him a
Cara’s POVAs the revelation of my identity as Aylon won’t be revealed until much later this evening, I dress in my less elaborate beta work clothes for the beginning of the festivities.In the morning, and most of the afternoon, I will be assisting with the preparations and behind the scenes work a