Lena’s POVTonight was supposed to be a night of triumph. A night where I stood beside my mate, the man the Moon Goddess had fated me to, as he ascended to his rightful place as Alpha. Instead, I stood at the edge of the grand ballroom, my hands clenched at my sides, my throat tight with humiliation.The hall was dazzling, chandeliers bathed the room in warm light, casting a golden glow over the guests who laughed, drank, and celebrated. It should have been a perfect night. But the moment my husband stepped onto the stage, the atmosphere stirred.Damian looked every bit the Alpha in his tailored black suit, his piercing green eyes sweeping over the crowd with authority. His presence commanded attention, his dark hair perfectly styled, his lips curled in a smirk that made the she-wolves in the room sigh in admiration. And yet, despite being his Luna, the woman who had stood by his side through blood and sacrifice, he hadn’t even looked at me.I swallowed past the lump in my throat as a
Lena's Pov How they gripped me made it obvious that I wouldn’t be escaping anytime soon.“What the hell is going on, Damian?” I shouted, struggling against the iron grip of the two gammas holding me from behind. My heart pounded, and panic clawed at my chest.Damian stood a few feet away, his gaze as cold and unreadable as ever. The man I had once believed was my fated mate, now looked at me with nothing but indifference.He exhaled slowly, rubbing his temples as if I were nothing more than a nuisance. “Don’t make this harder than it has to be, Lena.”“Harder?” My breath hitched. What the hell was he talking about?I jerked against the gammas’ hold, but their fingers dug into my arms. “Let me go! What’s happening?”Damian’s jaw clenched, but he didn’t move to stop them. Instead, he tilted his head toward the looming figure beside him. A man I hadn’t even noticed in my panic.The man exuded an aura so commanding that the air in the room seemed to tremble around him. His presence se
Kyler's Pov“Going somewhere, little wolf?” My voice cut through the silence, making her freeze.For a moment, she didn’t move. Then, slowly, she turned to face me, her breath unsteady, her dark eyes locking onto mine.She didn’t look afraid. If anything, she looked defiant.“Does it matter to you?" she asked, her voice steady.I didn’t answer right away. Instead, I just smiled, because, for the first time, I couldn't deny the fact that Lena was ethereal.The way her dark hair spilled over her shoulders, wild and unkempt, and her lips were slightly parted as if she was daring me to stop her made my wolf restless.I shook my head, regaining defiance.I was an Alpha, and I shouldn't be moved by beauty.If it was about beauty, then she wouldn't stand a chance with Alison or other she-wolves in the pack.She was here on a duty and that was to bear me pups owing to the prophecy.And as for the mate bond, that was just a cruel joke.She definitely can't be my mate, a divorced Luna?Hell,
Lena's PovIt had been two weeks of my stay in the Silver Fang pack and it seemed more cruel than I had ever imagined.I wanted to scream. No, I wanted to rip my ears off and toss them out the damn window. I hate this place.The Silver Fang packhouse was cold, unwelcoming, and filled with wolves who either sneered at me or pretended I didn’t exist. But worst of all was the nightly torture coming from Alpha Kyler’s room.I buried my head under the pillow, my entire body stiff with irritation. The walls of the Silver Fang packhouse were thick, but not thick enough to drown out the muffled sounds of pleasure seeping through Kyler’s door.I clenched my nails tight with frustration, my nails digging into the sheets as another breathy moan rang out, followed by a low, rumbling growl.It sounded disgusting.I sat up, glaring at the wall as if I could burn a hole through it with sheer hatred. Did Kyler have no shame? I was stuck here, forced into this situation against my will, and he was
Alison's PovImmediately after Elder Elijah stepped away, I stared at Lena in pure disgust. Even before now, every time I saw her, it felt like a knife was being twisted in my chest.She had only been in the Silver Fang pack for two weeks, yet everything had changed. Kyler, who had always adored me, now seemed different. Even though he pretended to treat her with indifference, I could see it, the small glances, the admiration in his eyes, which he couldn't hide, the way his eye followed her movements when he thought no one was watching.And I hated her for it.Yanking the bedsheets away from my half-covered body, my blood boiled as I headed toward the door to confront her. She had to be put in her place.Lena had no right to stand here, arguing with Kyler like she was his equal. She had no reason to challenge him proudly even in ways I had never done before and act like she was anything more than what she truly was, a cursed divorced whore, thrown here by fate to breed his pups.“Le
Lena’s PovFor a moment, we just stared at each other.For some weird reason, I felt an undeniable connection to him.My tongue was numb, and my voice was almost impossible to speak.“What should I say to him?”“Why exactly has he defended me?”The tension that hung between us was so thick that it could be easily cut through with a knife.”Kyler stood a few feet away, his arms crossed, his expression cold as it always has.I forced myself to swallow, my voice barely above a whisper. “Why?”His brow lifted slightly. “Why what?”“Why did you stop her?” I asked, my fingers tightening at my sides.“You had always hated me, so why did you defend me?”He just looked at me. Then, to my utter frustration, he let out a mocking chuckle.It was the kind of laugh that sent heat rushing to my face, like I had just asked the most ridiculous question in the world.“You are not important, so don’t flatter yourself,” he said, shaking his head.“I am not flattering anyone here. Why did you choose to de
Kyler's PovI wouldn't have paid much attention to the paper in Lena's hands not until I saw the way her lips quivered, her hands trembling in fear.I took a step to walk away, but Fenrir, my wolf, stirred restlessly, urging me to go back to her.I wondered why he had always loved her. I can't deny the fact that she had heavenly features, which makes her so special, but I could attest she wasn't the only woman with such qualities.“Fenrir, can we go?” I muttered internally, confronting my wolf who was protesting that we comfort her.“We can't leave her all alone; can't you see she is visibly worried?”Clenching my jaws tight, I swallowed hard before walking up to her. I was already getting irritated by her presence and Fenrir’s persistence, but I obviously couldn't do much about it.Grinding my teeth, I turned back. “Hey.” My voice was low, almost hesitant. “Why are you crying?”Lena jerked at the sound of my voice, quickly raising a hand to wipe her tears. “I’m not.”Her watery eyes
Lena’s PovAs I ran down the hallway, I couldn’t shake the feeling that the walls between me were closing on me.My feet clicked against the marble floor; each step felt heavier than the last, and my heart was pounding in my ears.I paused in front of the door to my room, my hand resting on the cold metal handle, my mind a surreal feeling of emotions and endless thoughts.Was I ready for this?My life had taken a huge turn in the blink of an eye.Being rejected, sold, and mated to a stranger as a second-chance mate was so fast to happen in the space of only two months.And now my reputation is in ruins. I am being broadcasted in the pack bulletin as a terrible cheat and whore.Everyone had heard about the news, including the omegas.Just when I thought I would earn some respect from the omegas, the news of my unfaithfulness had made it to the media and I wondered if I would ever be honored again.Different thoughts eluded my mind, each trying to mask the other.I had always wanted to
Lena’s POVI took another deep breath, then reached out and pushed open the heavy council chamber door.The room fell into complete silence immediately after I walked in.Every elder turned their head toward me like I was a ghost walking in.Some had their mouths wide open in shock, while a few stood halfway, their eyes wide in disbelief. The air was so thick with tension that you could easily slice it with a butter knife.As soon as Kyler sighted me, he sprang up from his seat immediately and rushed towards me, his eyes wide open in disbelief.“Lena!”“You’re awake,” he whispered into my hair. “Are you okay? Does anything hurt? I was—”Without waiting to have a direct conversation with him, I shoved his hands away immediately.His brows furrowed instantly. “Lena—?”“No.” I took a step back, squaring my shoulders. “Don’t ‘Lena’ me. What did I just hear? What in the name of the Moon Goddess is going on here?”Kyler looked stunned.And then—ugh—she opened her mouth.Alison.The she-goat
Lena's Pov “Yo, yo!“Just kidding!” Karin whispered inside of me.A wave of instant relief surged through my veins instantly.I could hear her voice now, and I could also feel her strength.Thank Goddess!My wolf wasn't a mere illusion.“Finally!” Her voice rang in my head, filled with excitement and warmth.I gasped, a wild grin breaking across my face. “She’s real,” I said aloud, staring at Theo and Jax with wide eyes. “She’s genuine. I have a wolf!”“What?” Jax blinked, clearly confused. “Wait, are you saying—?”“My wolf is no longer weak...” I said breathlessly. Theo’s facial expression was “Have you gone nuts or something...?”But I knew what I was saying; I wasn't mad yet; excitement had only gotten the better part of me.I looked down and noticed the arrow lying next to me, which was glowing faintly. Tentatively, I reached for it. The moment my fingers wrapped around the shaft, a jolt of heat surged through my veins. It wasn't painful, but it seemed like something had awaken
Lena's Pov I stared at the glowing white wolf, my lips trembling as I reached toward it. My hand hovered inches from its muzzle, my heart beating loud and fast like a war drum in my chest.“Who… who are you?” I whispered again, my voice dry and cracking.The wolf stepped closer, its eyes locking with mine. “Stop being pathetic,” it said, a hint of amusement in its voice. “Don’t you recognize me?”I flinched, confused. “W-What?”“I’m your wolf,” it said gently, but with firmness. “You can call me Karin.”My eyes widened, my mouth parting in shock. I took a step back. “N-no… That’s impossible. I don’t have a wolf! The Moon Goddess never gave me one—”Karin chuckled, a deep, haunting sound that still managed to soothe me. “You are doubting Thomas.”I stared at her, and my lips twitched.“This isn’t funny. If you’re my wolf, then where the hell have you been all this time? Why did you never speak to me before?”“I wanted to,” she said softly, her glowing body sitting down like a majestic
Kyler’s POVI wiped the sweat from my brow, the cold breeze doing nothing to alleviate the exhaustion and fear clinging to me like a second skin. It had been almost eighteen hours since Lena collapsed, and she lay there lifeless and still.She hadn’t moved yet, not a whisper or even a sound from her.Just the shallow rise and fall of her chest, as if the threads keeping her tethered to this world were thinning with every passing second.Theo was crouched beside her, his hands working furiously as he applied yet another layer of healing herbs to her bare back. The scent of crushed wolfsbane and moonroot hung thick in the room, a sickening reminder of how close she was to death.The sight of my Lena, my fated mate, lying motionless on the floor made my heart crack.I knelt beside her, brushing a stray lock of hair from her pale face. My heart clenched painfully at the sight of her closed eyes, her lashes still damp with tears she hadn’t had the strength to wipe away.“She’s still burnin
Lena’s POVI was halfway through the door, my legs barely holding me up when I felt something pierce my back sharply.“Aah!” I screamed, stumbling forward. My vision blurred, and I crashed to the floor, hard.I gasped, trying to breathe, but every inhale felt like fire. My fingers touched my back, and as I withdrew it, it was soaked in blood.My blood.“If I can’t have you”, Damian’s voice rang out from behind, wild and twisted, “then no one will!”I rolled over, my body shaking. My back was burning, and a strange kind of weakness spread through me. My limbs felt heavy like they were no longer mine. I tried to move, but my legs refused.“P-poison”, I whispered to myself, panic rising in my chest. “The arrow… it’s poisoned.”Kyler turned around just in time, his face wild with rage. “LENA!”He punched Damian so hard that he flew back, hitting the wall with a loud crack. “You sick bastard!” Kyler roared.I tried to crawl forward, but my arms gave out. “I can’t… move,” I whispered as te
Lena’s POVI was halfway up the bars when a sharp pain shot through my back.“Ahh!” I cried out, falling hard to the ground.I twisted around fast—and there was Damian, his face twisted in pure rage.“So delusional to think you can escape?” he hissed.“Even if you run a meter, I would dive a thousand kilometers just to get you,” he mocked, grabbing my butt with his rough, long fingers.My heart skipped a beat just before he lunged at me.“No!” I screamed, trying to crawl away, but he was faster.He grabbed me by the waist and kicked me hard twice, one in the stomach, the other in my ribs. I gasped, curling up in pain.Then, like I weighed nothing, he dragged me back to the bed. I punched and clawed at him but he was stronger.“Let me go, you bastard!” I yelled, kicking him hard in the dick.He shoved me on the bed, his weight pinning me down. I kept fighting and doing anything I could do to get away but his grip on me was so tight.“You’re mine, Lena. I warned you!” He growled.I froz
Lena’s POV“Let me go!” I screamed, kicking and thrashing as the two huge gammas dragged me from the dark carriage into the underground lair.They didn’t say a word. They just opened a large iron door and threw me into a cold, stone room with a massive bed in the center.“See you soon, Lena…” one of them said with a sneer, just before slamming the door shut and locking it with a heavy clank.I ran to the door and pounded on it with my fists until they burned. There was no answer from anyone, and it just dawned on me that no one was coming to save me.Hell no!I was alone again.Tired of banging heavily on the door, I decided to give up.I walked back to the large bed and threw myself on it, my heart shattered into pieces.That night, I couldn’t sleep. My body tossed around on the bed, but my mind was worse—it was spinning out of control.My thoughts were a chaotic mess.Why hasn’t Kyler come for me? Has he even realized I’m missing? Or did he leave me in that dungeon and move on witho
Vivian's Pov “You have been acting so distant, Damian…?”“Have I done anything wrong?” I curled up to him, pulling him towards myself.“I am fine, Vivian. ““I just need space..” he murmured inaudibly, pulling himself away from me.I scrunched my face in disappointment but then I knew the next thing I ought to do.Without thinking I cupped his face in my hands and buried his hands under my cloth, leading his fingers to my hardcore nipples.Damian groaned against my mouth, his restraint cracking as he finally grabbed me, flipping me onto the bed.I let out a soft moan, my body embracing his. His hands trail down my thighs, feeling my bare skin, his touch desperate and relentless."Vivian" he whispers against my neck, his breath hot, his lips tracing the delicate curve of my collarbone.“Don’t stop, baby, "I whispered seductively.His mouth kisses mine again, his tongue sliding against mine, slow and deep, pulling a moan from my lips.His hands move with purpose, slipping beneath my
Theo's Pov I am caught in what feels like a trance… Or could it be death?My eyes fluttered open, but the pain in my limbs and arms made it impossible for me to walk, and when I tried to sit up, a sharp stab shot through my side.“Damn it,” I groan, clenching my teeth.I reach out, dragging myself closer to the nearest log. It was damp and rough, but right now, it feels like comfort. I lean against it, breathing heavily, my chest rising and falling with effort.Where the hell am I? And that is when I glance around.The forest is thick and quiet.Tall trees loom above me, their branches locking hands to block out the sky. Only small patches of light slip through the leaves, and it feels like being trapped under a green roof, miles from anywhere.Then… it hits me.I squeezed my eyes shut as the memories of what happened to me flooded my brain.The image of Lena chained in the dungeon flashes before me, her eyes haunted and tired. I remember sneaking into the dungeon that night she was