ZURINI chuckled when the memory of our conversation this morning came to my mind. Carla said what?"You didn't come right away once you arrived here."Turned out my mate was watching me when I was attending a conversation with Martha as soon as I arrived at the school area, and she felt left behind
My jaws stiffened, and I felt a flood of anger coursing throughout my body. However, the moment I met the boy's eyes, though I was sure he was not my son, I remained silent on the spot. I didn't want to explode in front of the child and leave them traumatized."Stop, Eve." I gritted, ordering her to
CARLAAt the daycare center, pups under three are sent by their parents to be taken care of. It is mostly playtime, though teachers will sometimes insert lessons in between. It's just simple because pups can only learn that at such a young age.Like now.Bertha sat in the middle of the pups, book in
But I couldn't. It was too painful to see Zurin now. So I kept my head down.He pulled my hand, kissing every part, especially my wrist, where the scars were still red. He placed his lips there, and though it calmed the pain and healed it, it could do nothing to my heart."I can explain. Please, let
ZURINFuck!I wouldn't let Eve close to my proximity anymore! It wasn't about Carla but me. Eve was dangerous to the point she would ruin everything I tried to build with Carla."Why, honey? You used to love my lips." It was her last word before I blazed her with my anger and decided to leave withou
"No. You could've never compared yourself to him. Ian is beyond an asshole. He's evil. But you..." She paused, her head slightly tilting to the side, looking at me. "I know you never meant that. It was unexpected and out of your control."Then why wouldn't she share her feelings?However, I could me
CARLAIt hurt.Of course.The moment scars appeared on my wrist, I felt like the world was breaking apart, and the image of the happy future vanished in an instant. However, when Zurin emerged behind the door and kneeled in front of me, begging for me, I knew it had never disappeared. Happiness was
But before he could say anything, I heard footsteps approaching. My daughter's cheerful voice erupted into the air in a few seconds. "Are the cookies done, Mommy?"I turned to face Cherry, who was coming with Lulu in her arms. "Yes. I'll bring them outside." I replied from my place because Zurin ref
"Hm." He copied his sister, but it didn't take long as he continued. "I want banana pancake with chocolate syrup."I nodded in agreement. The choice wasn't bad, though."Cherry, are you okay if we have a banana pancake and chocolate syrup for breakfast?" I offered my daughter since she had yet to ma
FOUR YEARS LATERZURINThe sound of waves was entering my hearing, pulling me slowly from my sleep. But warmth in my arms and sparks traveling throughout my body lured me to return to the comfortable place. I wanted to suck it longer. As long as possible.However, my body seemed not in synchrony. It
"Zurin!"--"Your bonds are sealed, and now I announce both of you as mates, the Alpha and Luna of Wild Fire Pack. May Goddess bless you with goodness and protect your bonds from any threat." The elder finished giving the blessings, which were instantly welcomed by applauses. It was from our guests,
FOUR MONTHS LATERTHE LUNA CEREMONYCARLAI looked at the reflection in the giant mirror in front of me. It is literally giant since we have to glue it to the wardrobe door, so it also reflects our bedroom, where I found my mate standing far behind and observing me."Are you satisfied with the sight
"What about this? You keep the gift for now and give it to us at the Luna Ceremony or the closest event." Zurin suggested, and I bobbed my head immediately."Zurin is right. You can give it to us at the ceremony." I repeated as if confirming it was my final decision.Thankfully, she understood. Othe
CARLADays went by swiftly. We were moving on, and it was in a positive way because I saw our people helping each other, like cooking a lot of food and bringing it to barrack or camp to support warriors and to help the houses without parents, taking care of pups, and more. It made the gloomy days va
Thus, I told Alpha Tom I was going to make her focus on training and studying. She once said she wanted to stand by my side in a battle, so I planned to make her the best female warrior. However, if she suddenly changed her dream—as it was normal that pup changed their dreams—I would ensure she woul
ZURINA week went by swiftly. We had been returning to daily activities, discussing Luna Ceremony preparation, and more. The point was that we were moving on for the better.The Alphas brought their Lunas to visit our pack house. They came to check on my mate and the pack. It made her happy, and the
"How? I mean, why? Don't they deserve it?"He smiled, his hand going to my face. "Yes. I know. But love can make someone go blind and shove their rationality away. Do you remember your earliest days here? I was trying to have you by any means, including closing my eyes on Ian's dirty work. I did not