Hiraeth’s pov“I swear on my life, Hector, I have no idea what she's talking about.” I screamed my pleas into the ears of my mate and husband. Alpha Hector. Praying and hoping that he'd listen to me. But they all fell on deaf ears.His eyes darkened and in an instant, I was sent flying across the room with just one push of his hand. Such was the magnitude of strength he had as an alpha of the Halo clan wolves, but I'd never thought a day would come where I would experience it first hand.“How could you, Hiraeth? How could you?!” he spat, his eyes blazing with fury.“For five years, five freaking years I tried all I could, praying and hoping for a miracle to happen, not knowing you on the other hand, was doing the exact opposite! Thwarting all my plans and prayers to the goddess!”Instantly, my knees sank to the floor in trepidation. Goddess, I'd never seen him this angry before and the thought of that scared me to my bones. I should care about the pain from the aftermath of my collis
“Your highness, I think we should start returning back to the castle. It's getting late and you know the mating ball is supposed to start once the clock strikes 12.” Said my beta, Koslov. “Supposedly.” I hummed as I walked past the entrance of the woods. Koslov was correct, it was indeed getting late. But I had no reason to leave until I'd caught something – a prey, something to get my mind off the pressing issue of finding a mate, scratch that – a Luna queen.“Supposedly?!” He shrieked. “Your highness, the mating ball is important. I don't want to assume you're beginning to have second thoughts about it again.”“Enough Koslov, you're beginning to sound like my mom.” I glared at him.He looked like he was about to say something, but then he simply shrugged. I heaved a tired sigh as I signaled to him to hold firmly the fire torch while I shifted into my lycan form. It was easier and more interesting to hunt my lycan wolf. The human form was limiting.“Be careful your highness!” Koslov
“Mummy, Mummy! Hariett's been selfish again!”I narrowed my eyes dramatically as the sound of my daughter's voice approached my chambers. And soon enough, there she was. Right in front of me, panting at the same time, frowning.“Mummy didn't you hear me?” She pouted. “Harriet's been stubborn again, he wanted to take dad's birthday present to me, from me!”I heaved a tired sigh, carrying her on my lap. “But you know he's your younger brother Harietta, you should be kind to him.” I cooed.“Kind?” Her frown returned. “Kind enough to let him have my birthday present when he has his mummy? Never!”A loud laugh nearly escaped me as her frown deepened and her hands flyed to her chest dramatically. But I knew better, for all I know Harriet could be lurking around. And no sooner did the thought reel in my head when the door creaked open and Harriet walked in, crying.Goddess. Not the tears again. That was Hariett's very own key to fine tuning my heart into doing his biddings. And sometimes it
Hector's life has been nothing short of misery ever since the very day Hiraeth was banished. As each passing day went by, the situation of things for him and his pack worsened. Hector's life became a shadow of itself as he was disappearing into the gloom. He resulted into drinking to stupor and clearly lost consciousness of who he really was as the leader of his pack. Woe to the Halo clan hence their Alpha has no understanding of who he truly is anymore. It seemed like they just kept fading away.Vera tries all she could to make Hector see her in a different light but Hector doesn't want to set his eyes on her. So she kept hovering around him, seeking the perfect time for her to strike.Vera seeks help from Luna Emelda as she was at the brink of giving up because for the past two years she's been trying all to no avail.Luna Emelda seemed to have endured enough. She kept mute all these while thinking Hector would wake up to the reality of his life and the condition of things with hi
Hector sent for Luna Emelda. She came almost immediately when the call got to her by the guards.“You sent for me, son.”“Yes mother, I met Naradya yesterday and she let me in on a secret that can save the Halo clan from the recent catastrophes and restore us back to our former glory.”Luna Emelda, very excited, let out a joyful ear-piercing scream.“Yesss … I knew it, this can't be the end of the mighty Halo clan. There's got to be a solution somewhere and now it has been confirmed by the seer.”“Mother, let's not get ahead of ourselves just yet. I still haven't told you what the solution Naradya talked about is.”“Oh forgive my manners, I just couldn't contain the joy that sparked from within me. So tell me what the solution is. If there's anything I can do, I'm at your service my Lord.” Luna Emelda said as she bowed herself to the ground before Alpha Hector.“Rise mother, Naradya told me that the Lycan pack will be celebrating their Luna queen's anniversary and on that day people f
Hector opened his eyes, looking around the unfamiliar environment around him. The morning sun rays shone on his face, almost blinding his eyes.Where on earth am I?”“Am I dead?” “Where am I?”He tried to get up but couldn't as his head ached so badly and he had sustained injuries all over, his clothes were completely torn. Making him look like a fugitive. He laid on the ground for some minutes, that's when the thought suddenly struck him.“What about my mother, Luna Emelda? Is she still alive? And if she is, where is she?”He combed the environment with his eyes looking out for Luna Emelda. Just as he was looking through the woods, Luna Emelda came out of the bushes with some leaves in her hands.Seeing Hector sitting up, she ran for joy and hugged him. “You're finally up son, I was scared you weren't going to regain consciousness so I went into the forest to get whatever kind of herbal leaf I can lay my hands on. How are you feeling son?”“Mother, I am fine.”There and then the
“Never! We'll never render any form of help whatsoever to them.”“Then what is the reason you're hell bent on not helping the Halo clan? Tell me your reasons, then maybe just maybe I'll understand.”“I have nothing else to say. Can we please not argue about this? I have my reasons and I don't want us to discuss this ever again.”Malakai now fuming with rage as Hireath has refused to give in to his pleas or tell him the reason for her abject refusal.It's the first time they've had conflicting opinions ever since they've been together. Malakai has been pleading with Hireath for days non stop but all his pleas seem to have fallen on deaf ears as Hireath had already made up her mind and there's no going back no matter how hard Malakai tries.“Hireath I've tried to be understanding but you're making this so difficult and I'm afraid I'll have no choice but to help them with or without your support.”“You'll do no such thing Malakai. If you truly love me then you should do as I've said. Are
“All rise to welcome the Queen!” the guard at the door announced her presence.Everyone at the throne room rose to their feet and made a bow to Hireath the queen.As Hireath enters the throne room her fragrance filled the atmosphere. Like the sweet fragrance of a blooming flower. Her fragrance made the mouths of everyone present watered like the warm aroma of a freshly baked bread.There was something so unique about the queen, Hector just couldn't figure it out. She seemed so familiar. He was just lost glancing at the queen. She really is who people say she is. An epitome of majestic beauty. She was just so familiar. But he had his doubts until Cobalt recognized her after a closer observation. “Hireath…?” He muttered to himself.“It can't be. It just can't be. How on earth did she become the Luna queen of the Lycan pack?”Never had he imagined coming in contact with Hireath ever again. But here she is in flesh and blood . Looking so graceful and angelic. Hireath looked like a godde
Hector roaming about the room completely tensed and anxious. Intrusive thoughts, ideas and images visited his mind uninvited. Hector completely stumped, paced around the room. “You just have to relax Hector. Just like the Lycan King rightly said, we just have to take our time.”“Mother how do you expect me to stay calm. You of all people should know that we're in the most critical and crucial moment ever and just one word from Hireath, everything we suffered getting to the point will all go to waste. Don't tell me to calm down when you know what is at stake.”“Hector I completely understand you because I have been with you from the very beginning.”“Mother, we are doomed. Everything we have fought so hard for is about crumbling down. Let's just leave immediately. As fast as we can before Hireath tells everyone the truth.”“No way Hector. We are not leaving just like that. Not now that we're so close to achieving and attaining success. We will see this till the very end.”“But mother,
The mood at the throne room becomes really argumentative and defiant. There is uproar as there is lots of shouting and noise because everyone was angry and upset about the story Hector and his mother, Luna Emelda told them.There is a heated argument between those at the throne room. Majority were against the ex Luna queen and they blamed her for being the reason and cause of all the terrible happenings with the Halo clan while few were of the opinion that they hear her own side of the story before coming to a conclusion. “The Halo clan have suffered a whole lot already. How much more will they have to suffer and the originator of the whole problem is living free somewhere. It really is unfair and it's on that note that I suggest we set up a search party that will be on the lookout for her with immediate effect.” The Gemma Lord suggested.“How are we so sure, the Luna queen is only the reason for all these calamities. What if they're other reasons?”“What other reasons could there be
Hector is disoriented, disarrayed and doesn't know what to do or what to say. To his consternation he was stuck in between the lines. Should he put the whole blame on Hireath, his ex wife and Luna queen? Or should he say the truth and damn the consequences. Even if that means having everyone find out how badly he treated her and that may make them change their mind in helping them because they'll obviously see whatever calamity that befell them as the consequences for the wicked treatment of the previous queen.He never imagined a day like this would come where he would be faced with a situation like this. But worse of it all is that the very queen they were asking about was right before his very eyes. What is he going to say? She now wields so much power and that alone can have his tongue off his lip if he says anything terrible about her. She can decide to tell the truth about what he and the entire Halo clan put her through and that will only put him and his clan into more danger.
It was the next day where Hector is to submit the list and also a meeting with the seer, Hireath the queen, elders and prominent members of the Lycan pack in search of a lasting solution for the Halo clan from the moon goddess “Hope it wasn't much trouble drafting the list?” Malakai asked Hector.“It was a piece of cake thanks to the competent help we got from Koslov. It really made everything easy and stress free.”“Let me have the list, so I'll have it reviewed today and then we start picking out the supplies tomorrow. Hope that's a good idea?”“It is a great decision, Lycan King.” Hector said as he handed the list over to Malakai.“Greetings my great king.” the pack's seer said as she announced her presence.“Oh you're most welcome Layla. We are grateful for your esteemed presence to grace this meeting.”“Now that everyone is present. Let's get the meeting started.” The head elder stated.“Layla, we need to hear from the moon goddess regarding the catastrophic events with the Halo
Hector went up to his room still in shock and disbelief as he was trying to understand what his eyes just saw. “Why am I so bothered by this? But Hireath was accused of not being able to bear his children after five solid years of marriage but here she is married to another man with twin children just in the space of three years? This just doesn't sit right with me. Was she really guilty of taking the birth control herbs? If only there is a way for me to figure out the whole truth. Should I request an explanation from Hireath and damn the consequences?” “What am I thinking? How would I dare to request an opportunity to speak with her. Why should I just suddenly interfere into her already perfect life like I wasn't the one who ruined it in the past? But I deserve the truth, don't I? Even if I just get to hear it once from her. But how do I go about it?” Luna Emelda was already standing in the room staring at Hector, but he didn't even notice her presence as he was engulfed in dee
“It must have been so tough for you. I really don't know how to express how I feel right now. My words fail me. But in my honor as the Lycan King , I'll see to it that the Halo clan is well taken care of.”“We're indebted to the Lycan pack.” “I want you to assist in supervising the supplies that will be sent out. I want everything organized, mobilized and sent out with immediate effect. I see no reason for any delay. Put your mind at rest Hector. The Halo clan are in safe hands now.”“You indeed are a great king. May the moon goddess repay you and your pack for your kind gesture.”“Don't mention. I think you need to discuss this with your mother. Someone has to accompany the troop that will be sent out in a few days time. And she's in the best position to go with them, while you stay here as we proceed in our search for a solution. What do you think about it?”“It's a nice suggestion, Lycan King. I'll discuss it with her immediately when I go back to the guest chamber. Though I'd lov
It was morning and Malakai was getting set for the meeting with Hector in regards to how they can help the Halo clan rise back to their feet and save them from further catastrophes and impending dooms.Hireath was still asleep. The morning sun ray made its way to her face and shone so brightly as though she were a goddess.Malakai for a moment lost track of what he was doing as he stared lustfully at his beloved wife and queen while she laid peacefully like an angel on the bed.“How blessed I am. Waking up to this beautiful sight every morning. As each passing day goes by, I find myself falling more intoxicatingly in love with this beautiful soul.”Malakai used his hand to remove some parts of Hireath’s hair that covered her face and kissed her on her forehead. Malakai stared at Hireath face more directly for a longer period of time.Hireath opened her eyes slowly as she caught Malakai completely lost in his loving gaze at her. From gazing into her eyes to a flashing big smile. One co
“Thanks for the meal mom.” Harrietta gave her mom a peck on the cheek as she left the dining room.“Stop right there young lady. Where do you think you're going without giving this king his own very special kiss.”“Da–ddy. Awwwn here's a very special kiss for you. Muah.” Harrietta blew a kiss in the air.“Wait up Harrietta. Thanks mom, thanks dad. We'll be in our rooms getting ready to have the most remarkable day of our lives.”“Slow down you both. You just had your breakfast.” Harriet giggled as she found the kids amusing.“Let them be my love. Let's enjoy the few minutes they'll be in their room all to ourselves.”“We'll be down in a minute. Make sure to be done with your meal by them.” Harriet and Harrietta ran through the stairs to their chambers.“All that noise … These kids will never cease to amuse me. They always keep me so happy and I can't imagine my life without them.”Malakai reached out his hands and took hold of Hireath’s palm, caressing it until he gave it a soft kiss.
“Oh there you are. What's the reason for this sudden morning walk, my love?” Hireath asked Malakai. “I'm so sorry for making you worry about me this early in the morning. I just couldn't sleep so I decided to go clear my head. Pardon my manners, my love, let me formally introduce you to our guest. His name is Hector, Alpha of the Halo clan.” “Hector, meet my charming and adorable wife, queen Hireath of the Lycan pack.” Malakai smiled as he introduced Hireath to Hector. “A pleasure to meet the queen. I'm so grateful for the love and hospitality you all have shown towards my mother and I ever since we got here. We are deeply indebted to the Lycan pack.” Hector stretched his hands to shake Hireath. But she rejected the handshake offer in a very cold way. “Oh don't bother. It's not like we're left with another option other than to help your already dead clan. And please I don't want you and your mother to get unnecessary comfortable during the period of your stay here. I'd love f