The morning light filtered through Zoe’s bedroom window, casting warm rays over her bed. She stirred awake, the exhilaration of her first shift still fresh in her mind. Memories of the night danced before her: the joy of running with her family, the thrill of feeling Nila surge through her, and the sense of unity among the pack. It felt magical, and for a moment, she wished she could hold onto that feeling forever.But as the warmth of the sun seeped into her skin, a shadow of worry crept in. Dominic’s warning echoed in her thoughts, mingling with the uncertainty that had settled over her like a fog. Alpha Philip’s ambition, the murmurs of discontent among the pack - was everything truly as simple as it seemed? What does it have to do with her and her family ? Why Dominic gave her a warning ? All off this felt off.Zoe pushed herself out of bed, shaking off the remnants of sleep and making her way to the kitchen, where the delicious scent of pancakes wafted through the air. Her family
After breakfast, Zoe stepped outside, the crisp air of the morning bringing some clarity to her foggy mind. She had barely settled onto the porch swing when a familiar voice called out to her.“Hey there, Zoe.”Zoe looked up, surprised but not entirely displeased to see Dominic walking toward her. There was a casualness to his posture, but his eyes held that same intensity she had noticed the night before.“Mind if I join you?” he asked, already leaning against the porch railing.“Not at all,” she replied, a smile tugging at the corners of her mouth. His presence had a way of making her pulse quicken. Zoe glanced at him, trying to read beneath the surface of his calm demeanor.“How are you feeling after last night? It’s a lot to take in, right?” Dominic asked, his tone softening as he looked out toward the horizon.“It’s surreal,” she admitted. “Becoming a wolf, running with my family… it was amazing. But then you said all that stuff about Alpha Philip, and now I don’t know what to th
He stood up then, brushing off his jeans. “Just be careful, Zoe. You’re important, more than you realize. That pendant you wear, your white wolf - my father wants them because he’s afraid of what they represent. Power that doesn’t come from control but from something purer. Something he’s lost touch with.”Zoe frowned, looking down at the pendant. “But I don’t even understand what it means.”“You will,” Dominic said, his tone firm but not unkind. “And when you do, don’t let anyone - especially my father - take that power from you.”He started to walk away, but before he could leave, Zoe called out, “Why are you telling me all this, Dominic? You don’t owe me anything.”He turned back, his eyes locking with hers. For a moment, the air between them felt charged, thick with unspoken tension. Then he spoke, his voice low and sincere. “Because I know what it’s like to lose everything you love, and I don’t want that to happen to you.”Zoe’s breath hitched, her heart racing. There was somethi
The Harvest Moon rose high above the Blue Mountain Pack’s grounds, casting a silver glow over the celebration preparations. The air buzzed with excitement as wolves gathered to honor the long-standing tradition - an annual event where the pack celebrated its unity, strength, and connection to the land.Zoe stood by her window, watching the distant lanterns being hung between the trees, their warm light flickering in the growing dusk. The celebration was always a grand affair. Pack members from other territories were invited, and the night was filled with food, dancing, and games. It was meant to celebrate their bond, to remind everyone that they were stronger together.But this year felt different.Zoe had noticed the tension in the air. There were more whispers behind closed doors, and Alpha Philip’s presence loomed larger than ever. She couldn’t shake Dominic’s words from the night before, nor the uneasy feeling that something was shifting within the pack.Sara arrived soon after, b
The energy in the clearing had shifted dramatically after Alpha Philip’s announcement. The festive mood was quickly replaced with a sharp intensity as pack members hurried to form their teams for the Wolf Hunt. The hunt was always one of the most anticipated events of the year, but this time, with the added promise of the Alpha’s favor, the stakes were higher than ever.Zoe glanced around the grounds, noticing the quiet discussions happening among some of the higher-ranking wolves. The Ironclaw Pack members stood in a tight circle on the edge of the clearing, their expressions hard as stone. Their leader, a tall, broad-shouldered man with dark hair, was speaking in low tones to his team, occasionally casting a glance toward Alpha Philip. Zoe could feel the tension in their body language - the Ironclaw wolves were not pleased.“Zoe!”Dominic’s voice snapped her back to the moment. He strode toward her with purpose, Nikola and Sara following closely behind him. As he approached, Zoe not
The morning air was cool as Zoe sat curled up in a blanket on the porch, a cup of tea steaming in her hands. It had been a restless night after the Harvest Moon Festival, her mind spinning with thoughts. But there was something else - something unspoken hanging between her and her mother, Elizabeth.Elizabeth stepped outside, her own cup in hand, and quietly joined Zoe on the porch swing. For a few moments, they sat in silence, watching the mist rise from the forest below. Zoe had always cherished these peaceful moments with her mother, but today, the calm felt fragile - like it was teetering on the edge of something much bigger.Zoe glanced sideways at Elizabeth, the weight of unanswered questions pressing against her chest. “Mom, what’s really going on? I feel like there’s something… something you haven’t told me.”Elizabeth took a slow breath, her fingers tightening around her cup. She stared out into the trees, as if gathering her thoughts, before turning her gaze back to Zoe. “Th
Later that day, Zoe met up with Dominic, Nikola, and Sara by the training grounds. The air buzzed with energy after the festival, but the four of them had more serious matters on their minds. Dominic was the first to speak, his voice low but determined.“We need to leave for Nighthaven soon,” he said, glancing at Zoe. “I talked to my father. He thinks it’s just a routine training camp for future Alphas.” Zoe nodded, still feeling the weight of her mother’s revelations from that morning. “Yeah. It’s not just about learning magic for me. It’s about staying safe. My mother told me the truth about our family - about why I need to go.”Nikola raised an eyebrow. “What truth?”Zoe hesitated for a moment, then glanced around, making sure no one else was nearby. “Ok. You are my friends and I trust you all completely. But promise not to tell ANYONE in pack, ok ? I’m deadly serious about this.” They all nod in agreement. Zoe sight. „I’m not just a werewolf. I’m also part witch. My mom’s side of
Hours later sun was just beginning to dip below the horizon, casting golden light over the trees. Zoe stood beside Nikola and Dominic at the parking in front of school border, while their parents exchanged quiet words nearby.Sara joined them, her usual upbeat demeanor slightly muted by the weight of the goodbyes. Her parents had already said their farewells, her mother wiping away tears as her father tried to keep his composure.Zoe’s father, Thomas, approached, his expression a mixture of pride and sadness. “You all ready for this?”Dominic, ever the stoic one, gave a sharp nod. “We’re ready. Nighthaven will be good for us. We’ll learn what we need to.”Zoe watched him carefully, sensing the resolve in his voice but also something else. Dominic had been particularly focused on this trip, driven by more than just his duties as Alpha Philip’s son. There was a part of him that seemed... distant, as if his mind was already at Nighthaven, focused on something beyond the pack.Before she