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
As I stood there, watching Steven reach for the glass, my heart pounded in my chest like a drumbeat echoing through a silent room."What are you doing?" I asked, my voice a whisper in the midst of the chaotic beating of my heartbeat. "You knew there's poison, why are you acting calm?" I asked him, my voice filled with worry and guilt."Because I know why you are doing this.""What?!"He took a step forward, "You are doing this to avenge me, right?" he asked, his words pierced my heart.My eyes bulged out because of what he said.I thought doing this would set me free, but it doesn't.It didn't make me feel good."I will take this poison and understand you, Nathalie." Steven's voice broke through my thoughts, his brow furrowed, as he lifted the wine glass to his lips.I remain calm and look at him with a blank face. "You will be dead any time soon once the poison flows in your veins.""I will gladly accept it, then," he challenged me."Are you crazy?" I asked, my voice seething with a
"My apologies, Your Highness Nathalie. But I have done my best," the healer said as he emerged from Steven's room, accompanied by his two nurses. My eyes bulged, my hands shaking as I asked, "Is he... dead?"He looked at me in confusion. "His Highness Steven is not dead, but he isn't in the right state either. We still need to monitor his body from time to time. He needs more rest after being poisoned. Let us know if he wakes up immediately. Now, please excuse us..."I thanked the healer and the rest of his team for their efforts.He is not yet dead.I didn't know how to feel after hearing that news. Part of me was jumping in glee, but another part of me was angry.That night, I slept beside Steven while the beeping of the machine echoed in the room. Lady Sabrina entered and tapped my back. "Your Highness Nathalie, please rest for a while. I'm going to watch over His Highness Steven if you'll let me."I smiled at her. "Thank you, Lady Sabrina. How is our pack?"It had been a day since
The thing is... I miss my mom.My heart raced as I grabbed my jacket, my hands trembling with a mix of bursting emotions and anxiety.The urge to go back to the city where humans still thrived was overwhelming. It had been so long since I'd been among them, since I'd felt the pulse of life that only a bustling city could offer.Sliding into the driver's seat of my Mustang car, I fumbled with the keys before finally starting the engine.The familiar hum of the car did little to calm my nerves as I navigated the roads leading to Spear Village subdivision.Memories flooded back to me as I drove, of simpler times when I was just a student trying to find my place in the world.Parking outside my mother's house, I took a deep breath to steady myself before stepping out of the car.As I approached the door, a sense of nostalgia washed over me. The familiar sights and sounds of the neighborhood filled me with a bittersweet longing for the past.Before I could knock, the door swung open, and a
As Sylvia stood beside me, her words lingered in the air like a weight, heavy with implications."He's not gonna hear what you say. It's the side effect of the reverse potion," she murmured, her voice tinged with a hint of concern.I nodded in acknowledgment, absorbing the gravity of the situation."Alright," I replied softly, my gaze flickering to my mother, who stood nearby, her expression a mixture of sorrow and determination."Let him rest. Tomorrow, I promise you that he will wake up in the right state of mind," she assured me, her words carrying a comforting reassurance.With a heavy heart, I bid farewell to Sylvia, grateful for her unwavering support.As I drove her to her house, her words echoed in my mind, each syllable etched into my memory."Remember what I said, Nathalie. Revenge is not always the best solution," she reminded me, her voice filled with maternal wisdom. "What I want for you is to live your life peacefully and in fulfillment. Please, be happy, my daughter. I
As I trudged back to the pack, my mind was awash with a whirlwind of emotions.The visit to Steven's place had been enlightening, to say the least. Emily's confession about her feelings for her cousin had caught me off guard.It explained so much about her behavior, her constant presence around Steven. I didn't want to delve into their relationship further.I returned back to the Starlight Sentinels pack because I didn't want to argue to Emily. I was already so tired and drained with many things in my mind.Today, I need to conduct a site inspection of the mango plantation.The warm sun beat down on me as I made my rounds, assessing the condition of the trees and the overall health of the plantation.As I reached the heart of the plantation, a sudden wave of dizziness washed over me.My vision blurred, and my limbs felt heavy as if weighed down by an invisible force.Panic surged within me as I stumbled, desperately trying to regain my composure.And then it happened. The world tilte