"Why..." I shook my head, tears falling endlessly onto the cold floor as I knelt in front of Hazel.She was my best friend.We had made great memories together... but was it all a lie?I gasped, looking up at her, screaming at the top of my lungs with anger seeping into my system. "Why did you do it?!"She fell into silence, as did Mr. Calderon.They were looking at me as if I were weeping over my best friend's death... but the reality was, she was real.She was in front of me, but none of the memories we shared were real."I treated you as my best friend! Like a sister to me! How dare you!" I shouted at her and tried to claw at her, but Mr. Calderon's men were there to hold me back.I snarled at Hazel, staring at the cold expression plastered on her face."Show me the real you! Please, Hazel... it's all a lie, right? You were forced to do this! But what we shared was real! The memories together in school, you weren't faking it, right?"She just looked at me as if I were a pathetic li
As our convoy rumbled through the forest, anticipation coursed through me like wildfire. The scent of pine needles and damp earth filled the air, a familiar aroma that whispered of home. We were nearing our pack territory, and my heart pounded with a mix of excitement and nerves.I glanced around at my Gamma team. Each member was poised and alert, their eyes gleaming with determination.As we approached the edge of the clearing, I caught sight of the familiar shapes of our packmates gathered ahead.My breath caught in my throat as I realized they were all clapping, their faces lit up with pride and admiration.The convoy slowed to a halt, and I stepped out, my boots sinking into the soft earth."Here comes the heroic Nathalie Bentley for leading the Gamma team for a mission!" The cheers grew louder as I straightened my shoulders.As I approached the gathered crowd, I felt a sense of awe wash over me.Alpha Cosma embraced me in a warm hug and said, "You did well, my child."I smiled at
I didn't like my reaction with Steven, so I pushed his chest away and slapped him. Hard. I could hear the crispness of the sound echoing in the four corners of the room. Steven fell silent and clenched his jaw. His eyes were so reddish with anger that I thought he would hit me. But he didn't. He just stared at me blankly and heaved a deep sigh. "I don't belong to you anymore!" I said through gritted teeth. Then, I grabbed my backpack and got out of his room as soon as possible. He didn't follow me after I left their pack. With tears dampening my face, I found myself looking for Killian, my only genuine friend in the pack. He might still be angry with me, but I couldn't contain my emotions anymore.It feels like I will blow up if I don't tell anyone about my problem. As soon as I entered the omega's quarters, I saw Killian in the corridor brushing his teeth. It was supposed to be for men only, so he was shocked to see me there."Nathalie! What are you doing here? You're not allowe
I slipped out of Killian's cabin, the night swallowing me whole as I made my way through the darkened woods. There was a heaviness in the air, a feeling that something was watching me. I brushed it off, focusing on my mission to escape the suffocating tension inside.But then, I felt it—the unmistakable sensation of being watched. I turned, my heart pounding against my ribs, and there he was, Lycan Steven, his eyes gleaming in the dim light cast by a flickering lamppost.We locked gazes in a silent standoff."What are you doing here?" I demanded, trying to mask the tremor in my voice."I should ask you that," Steven replied, his tone edged with barely contained anger. "What are you doing inside an omega's cabin?"I bristled at the insult to Killian. "It's none of your business," I retorted, but before I could react, Steven grabbed my wrist, his grip surprisingly tight. I winced, shocked by his sudden aggression."I don't understand, Nathalie," Steven said, his voice strained. "Why are
"Nathalie, are you sure about this?" Alpha Cosma asked me, her head held high.I nodded at her. "Yes, you must grant my wish. Everybody is watching, Alpha Cosma. You don't dare to turn back your words, right?"Alpha Cosma laughed at me. "I was wrong about you, Nathalie. I thought you were ambitious, but never have I thought you are hungry for more power that you try to fight against me. Well, I will give the duel fight you want to you, then."She said and shifted into her wolf form.As Alpha Cosma's words echoed in the arena, my heart pounded against my chest, a mixture of anticipation and fear swirling within me.The weight of my decision pressed down on me like a heavy burden, but I couldn't afford to falter now.This was my moment, my chance to seize control and shape my destiny.I had trained for this day, honing my skills and sharpening my instincts, but nothing could prepare me for the gravity of the situation.The arena shifted around us, transforming into a dense forest, the s
The day I ascended to the title of Alpha, the pack plunged into chaos. Some of them turned rebellious under my leadership. Handling a pack was never an easy task; it was daunting."It's hard," I muttered to myself, staring at the new pile of records on my desk. Killian had become my beta, a choice I made."What do you mean, Nathalie?" he asked, concern evident in his eyes as he gazed at me. "You look tired. Why don't you rest for a while?""No!" I hissed sharply, glaring at him. "I need to complete this today, or else...""Or else what?" he challenged."They're going to be disappointed in me!" I mumbled angrily, punching the desk lightly. "I need my people to see that I am a capable Alpha, but...""Hey, hey, hey. Hush! It's going to be okay!" Killian whispered, approaching me. He pulled me into a hug and suggested I take three deep breaths.Inhale. Exhale.I no longer felt on the verge of a panic attack and thanked him for his support."You shouldn't be too hard on yourself, Nathalie.
"Steven..." I tried to catch his attention, but he acted as if I were a ghost in front of him. He was still talking to Emily while I stood at their side.They only stopped when Emily noticed me.It hurt to be stuck in that situation, but I needed to talk to him privately."Alpha Nathalie, you're here..." she said, giving me a tight smile. Steven only glanced at me."Emily, it was nice seeing you again," I whispered, swallowing the bile forming in my throat. Emily sighed and looked at Steven. "She probably wants to talk to you, cousin. I will leave both of you, then."I smiled at Emily as she walked away before facing Steven.He looked at me with cold eyes. "Can I talk to you in private, please?"He cleared his throat and said, "What is it that you want to talk about? If it's about your pack's struggles, why don't you talk it out with your caring beta?"Was he jealous about Killian?I tried to hide my smile by clearing my throat. "Killian couldn't come to the party tonight because he's
As I stood at the altar, amidst a sea of fragrant blooms and under the ethereal glow of the Moon Goddess temple, I couldn't help but think about the past three days.Just three days ago, Steven had asked for my hand in marriage, and now here I was, walking down the aisle in a gown fit for a celestial queen.The gown flowed like moonlight itself, ethereal and enchanting. Made of the finest silk, it shimmered with a subtle silver sheen.The bodice hugged my figure perfectly, accentuating my curves while still allowing me to move with grace and ease.The sweetheart neckline draws attention to my collarbones and shoulders. Off-shoulder sleeves cascaded down my arms, adorned with delicate lace that trailed behind me like wisps of moonlit mist.The skirt billowed out in layers of soft tulle, floating around me like a cloud as I walked down the aisle of the Moon Goddess temple, surrounded by the scent of wildflowersThe past seventy-two hours had been a whirlwind of decision-making, planning