MORE ABOUT HER PAST Zara'S POV As I prepared for dinner, my nerves were on edge. This was the first formal event I would be attending as the Alpha's mate, and I knew that those in attendance would have high expectations of me. I carefully chose my attire, opting for a green dress that reminded me of my late mother. She had sea-green eyes that always seemed to sparkle when she spoke to me or sang me lullabies. I chose this dress as a tribute to her, as well as a symbol of my own growth and the changes in my life. I had never worn makeup before, and I did not want to change my appearance in order to conform to societal expectations. I believed that true beauty came from within and that the use of cosmetics was unnecessary.
DRAKE'S POV I knew that Zara had lived a life of pain and abuse but I never thought it was to the extent she described. I know some families treat themselves badly but I have never come across a family that mistreats their daughter just like Zara's father did to her, followed by her brother. Everyone in her pack abandoned her to her fate. After everything that Zara told me, I have never been more ready to Mark and mate her and make a total claim of her. My wolf was ready, it is my human side keeping my beast at bay for a while now. I was still lost in thought about how to bring my mate Justice against her pack when she snuggled closer to me on the bed, my body reacted to her touch and I placed a kiss on her forehead. She lifts her head and
SHIFTING WITH ZARADRAKE'S POVI listened to Cecilia's questions with an open mind. I could not help but wonder why she chose to ask me such questions as she did. She was the young wolf's mother and that information has been confirmed by Justin. They were also new to the pack, but what I failed to understand was why she was acting weird. Why was she insinuating that she was entitled to special privileges because her youth just shifted?"Staying at the pack house is a matter of choice, no one has ever been forced to stay. Except in some situations." I answer Cecilia's questions."What type of situation, " Cecilia asked and I told her it was for the council to decide. I watch as her mouth opens and closes
MATING AND MARKING DRAKE'S POV My wolf continued to sniff Zara, pressing his face into her neck and then licking it. He was in his territory and out of my control, he ducks his head and sniffs between her legs. Zara draws back and gently pulls his head back but that only encourages Dwayne more, he purrs at her and drops his head on her lap. "What is your wolf's name?" Zara asks "Dwayne." "How do you do Dwayne?" Zara says and gets a lick over her face. She laughs heartily "Can I shift too?" Zara asks me but I was not too sure about that. She was sti
Zara'S POV I had hoped that someday Drake would place the mark of ownership on me. I was excited and afraid, a mixture of feelings overwhelmed me. Even though I had hoped for it to happen, I was not expecting it so soon. I also was not expecting Drake to seek my permission first before marking me. Imagine how surprised I was when he asked me if he could. I said yes without hesitation and when he dug his fangs into the space between my neck and shoulder, I felt a mixture of indescribable pain and pleasure course through me. I almost screamed my lungs out, if not that Drake had informed me earlier not to scream. I gnashed my teeth and bore the pain before a sensational feeling so electrifying and almost as if a heat wave pass through my body.
AFTERMATHZara'S POVI was still in bed when someone knocked and before I could answer, the person walked in."Are you awake?" Kate said with a smile as she peeked in first before she opened the door wider and entered. "I just saw Alpha Drake a while ago and decided to come to check on you.""Thank you," I replied not knowing what else to say.Kate was acting weird and blushing and grinning all over. She also had a funny glint in her eyes as if she just discovered a secret."Are you alright?" I stutter and try to lift myself from the bed."Never been bett
#CHAPTER31 THORN IN MY FLESH DRAKE'S POV I reluctantly made my way into the living room where I knew Cecilia was waiting. I was not intrigued or moved to meet her, I only went because of my responsibility to everyone. Cecilia was fast becoming a thorn in my flesh and was already pushing me to do what I knew I would regret later. Bearing this in mind, I tried to pacify and make myself more resilient so as not to get offended by her remarks. Justin was already in the sitting room with her when I came in. Judging from his face I knew he would rather be anywhere but here, but we were duty-bound no matter the person or circumstances. Cecilia sprang from her chair on seeing me. "Al
#CHAPTER32FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHTZara'S POVNothing prepared me for the total loss of energy I felt after being marked. It was thrilling, electrifying, and yet consuming. I felt drained and all I wanted was to rest, sleep, eat and make passionate love with my mate Drake.He had promised me earlier that we would go for a walk once he was through with the day's deliberations, according to him it was the same woman Cecilia whose young teens just shifted. She was not happy with something and wanted to talk it out with him.However, after some time, I could hear angry words being thrown around in the living room from the safety of our room in the pack house. I tried to ignore it and let Dr
THE LIFE OF BLAKENARRATOR’S POVAs Blake grew up, he quickly realized that he was not like other children. He was stronger, faster, and more agile than anyone else in his class. He also had an unusual thirst for blood, which he struggled to keep under control.Despite his unique abilities, Blake tried his best to fit in with the other children in his pack. He attended school with them and played sports, but he always felt like an outsider.Blake's mother, Zara, did her best to help him navigate the challenges of being a werewolf with vampire blood. She taught him how to control his thirst and how to use his unique abilities to his advantage.His father, Drake, also played a significant role in Blake's life. He taught him how to hunt and how to fight, instilling in him a deep sense of loyalty to his pack and his family.As Blake grew older, he began to realize that he was not the only one with unique abilities. He discovered that there were other vampires and werewolves in the world,
A THREAT OF MISCARRIAGEZara lay in her bed, writhing in pain. She clutched her stomach, tears streaming down her face as she tried to fight off the pain that was tearing through her body. She knew what was happening - she was having a miscarriage.Drake sat by her side, holding her hand and whispering words of comfort. But he knew that there was nothing he could do to ease her pain. He had never felt so helpless in his life.Suddenly, there was a knock at the door. Drake stood up to answer it, and he was surprised to find the vampire king standing outside."Your highness," Drake said, bowing respectfully. "What brings you here?"The vampire king's face was grim as he stepped inside. "I have come to help your Luna," he said. "I sense that she is in great pain."Drake led the vampire king to Zara's side, where she was still moaning in agony. The vampire king knelt beside her, his eyes glowing with an otherworldly light."Let me help," he said, placing a hand on Zara's forehead. She fli
THE WOLF WITHINZara had always known that she was different. As a wolf, she had a grace and power that was unmatched by any other in the pack. But it wasn't until the scientists came that she realized just how special she really was.They had been watching her for weeks, tracking her movements and taking samples of her blood. Zara didn't know why they were doing it, but she could sense that something was off. She felt like a lab rat, and she didn't like it one bit.One day, when the scientists came to take her blood again, something inside Zara snapped. She felt a surge of energy flow through her body, and suddenly she was surrounded by a brilliant white light.The scientists were taken aback, staring at her in shock as her transformation continued. Her fur turned white as snow, and her eyes began to glow with an otherworldly power.Zara didn't know what was happening, but she knew that she had to get out of there. With a fierce growl, she lunged at the nearest scientist, her jaws sn
THE JOURNEY OF THE LONE WOLFNARRATOR'S POVDrake ran as fast as he could through the thick forest, the leaves crunching beneath his paws. He could feel the wind blowing through his fur as he dodged branches and trees in his way. He didn't stop until he was deep within the woods, far away from anyone who might be able to track him down.He let out a howl, a mournful cry that echoed through the trees. It was a cry of pain and loss, for his Luna Zara had been taken from him. He was not satisfied by his kills even though they had deserved death, their blood did not placate him. He remembered last night's event, he wondered how they took Zara away because there were no signs of a struggle, no clues as to where she had been taken. It was as if she had vanished into thin air.Drake had been devastated. Zara was his mate, his soulmate, and he had loved her deeply. They were just starting their journey, and he couldn't imagine life without her. He had searched for her tirelessly but to no ava
MISSING NARRATOR'S POV"Zara…Zara…Zara" Drake ran up the flight of stairs in search of his wife when he noticed she was the only one not there. He was already in great panic. His memory of last night was still blurry and his head hurt like hell. As he called for his wife, he tried to make sense of what was happening and also recall what happened last night. He remembered having an informal dinner with his betas present, Zara was also there and he almost forgot he had invited those two men. A feeling of dread rushed over him, who really were William and Seth? "Where are they?" Drake nearly screamed off the pack house."Who?" Mark looked on in confusion, his head was throbbing and he could still not feel some part of his body."Our guests, William and Seth Alpha and of Shadow pack. Have you seen them?""No, I have not, oh my goodness. I hope that they don't have anything to do with this." Mark replied."I think they are the brains behind all this, they are gone, and so is my Zara." D
TAKENNARRATOR'S POVWilliam got hold of Drake's car keys, it was the only way they would be able to get out of the pack fast enough before the drugs starts to wear off. Even though the portion was very potent and lasted for hours, he could not take chances He ordered Seth to bring Zara along and he lifted her easily and placed her on his shoulders. The car was packed outside the pack house which made it easier for them, Seth Carefully placed Zara into the passenger seat, William took the wheels and Seth sat behind in the car.They drove off as soon as they were all seated, their only worry was how they will pass the gate that enclosed the community."What will you tell the guards," Seth murmured as they got closer to the gate."Nothing," William replied"We are good as dead then." Seth smacked his face"Stop being a drama queen. The illusions won't Wear off till for hours to come."As they got close to the gate and the guard came to them, Seth's heart beat faster, it was only when th
DECEPTIONNARRATOR'S POV**********************A FEW DAYS LATERZara decided to go for a small walk, she could not shift into a wolf at this stage of her pregnancy to avoid having a miscarriage. But she did not mind, her only concern was for the wellbeing of her unborn child. Her plan was to walk the short distance between the pack house and the cafe. She would branch into the cafe for her favorite chocolate milkshake then continue with her walk.However, she met one of the twins Jasmine and her mother Cecilia in the cafe. She was surprised when they stopped her and engaged in small talk. The rude young lady with a temper sounded more mature and accommodating, even her mother was not as condescending as before.Zara was not sure what brought about the change but whatever it was she was happy to see so much growth in Jasmine. When they finally parted ways Zara could not continue with her planned walk because it was almost noon.On her way back, Zara felt goosebumps run over her body,
HOW DO WE GO ABOUT ITNARRATOR'S POVDrake checked his phone and it had five missed calls all from Justine. "You would think I have stolen his mate or something," Drake mumbled"Is everything alright?" Zara turned to face him."Yes, don't worry, go back to sleep." He kissed her forehead, and Zara slept off almost immediately.Drake left the bed and went to the balcony. It had been ages since he ran and it was just some minutes to six. He could run if he wanted to, his wolf beckoned to the forest and it howled begging for release. The fresh air and the dews called out to his wolf. He was already naked because he loved sleeping naked and since Zara came into his life, it was easier and best to sleep skin-to-skin with her. From his balcony, he jumped out and stretched, shifting to his wolf form in the air and landing on his paws. He ran into the woods with so much gust, strength, and power. His nose flared from the early morning wind, his paws romanced the damp earth, and Drake was fulf
ARE THEY FOR REALNARRATOR'S POV"Why did you choose our pack?" Drake asked the visitors."We have heard a lot of good things about the Blackwood pack even before we were invaded and we thought of you guys first upon our escape," William replied, he made a point of meeting the eyes of each man in the room"For your own sake, I hope you are telling the truth." Drake replied "We don't like traitors and if you plan to deceive us you will wish the wolf hunters had dealt with you and not us." I understand sir, all I want is help to rescue my pack," William repeated."We will get back to you." Drake's mind linked a guard who took the two men away, he was to provide them food and shelter and they must be guarded at all times.As soon as William and Seth left the room, Drake and his betas went in for a private meeting just within them. "There seems to be trouble waiting on standby for us," Justine remarked"Why do you say that?" Mark asked, "We have been solving one case after another for