Lena’s PovI woke up to the sharp pang of hunger twisting my stomach into knots. The emptiness in my belly gnawed at me like a beast, the grumbling so loud it felt like worms were writhing inside me, crying out for food.I curled up on the cot, clutching my stomach, but the ache only grew worse. The events of the day had drained me completely, leaving me physically and emotionally battered.I needed food.Darting my gaze around the room, I realized I was still in this godforsaken cell I was thrown into.This place smelt so bad of animal dung and marinated fish water, and the Alpha had instructed me to stay here until my fate was decided.When the proper investigation is carried out and I am proven innocent, I will be granted freedom and continue to live my life in the pack.My stomach grumbled again, reminding me that I had not gotten anything to eat yet.My eyes were dizzy, and my head seemed heavy.I needed to eat so I don't die before my trial.With shaky legs, I pushed myself up a
Lena's PovWith all the strength I had, I yanked myself out of Theo’s grip, my breath coming in short, shaky gasps. My skin burnt where he had touched me, but I didn’t care. I just needed to get away.“We aren’t doing this, Theo,” I said, my voice firm.He looked stunned for a second as if he hadn’t expected me to fight back. But then, his shock faded, replaced by a colder expression.“You don’t get to decide that,” he said, stepping toward me. His eyes gleamed with amusement, but a terrifying facial expression lurked beneath his smirk. “You either obey, Lena, or I make sure you die. And this time, I won’t be there to save you.”His words sent a chill through me, but I squared my shoulders. “Then kill me,” I snapped. “I would rather die than be under your control.”Theo chuckled, shaking his head like I was a silly little girl who didn’t understand the game.“You think you have a choice?” He leaned in, lowering his voice. “I hold your fate in my hands, Lena. Whether you live or die,
Lena's PovThe day of my prosecution had arrived.I stood in the middle of the pack’s gathering ground, my wrists bound with thick iron shackles.They burnt against my skin, but the pain was nothing compared to the weight pressing down on my chest. The entire pack had come to watch and experience what my final judgement would look like.Their eyes bore into me, filled with hatred and suspicion. The Alpha sat on his high throne, his Luna beside him. They watched me in silence, their faces void of emotion, but I could still see the grief in Luna Helena's eyes.She was still mourning her baby, and I felt an instant sympathy for her.She didn't deserve this.The elders, dressed in ceremonial robes, formed a semi-circle before me. They were the ones who held my fate in their hands.Whispers ran through the crowd like wildfire.“She is the one that killed the baby.”“I heard she tried to escape last night.” They murmured inaudibly, but I was able to read their lips.I clenched my jaw, for
Lena's Pov The Alpha stood up from his seat and cleared his throat. His gaze was cold and unforgiving.He let the noise die down before clearing his throat. His next words sealed my fate.“Since evidence has been shown and she is proven guilty,” he announced and waited to get the attention of the pack.His eyes darted around the gathered pack members.They were silent, and there was a thick tension in the air as they awaited his judgement.He stared at me in pity and then cleared his throat. His actions made the pack tense, and they thought maybe he would pardon me.“She deserves death.”“She should not be spared!”“Stone her! Make her pay for what she did!” The crowd erupted into chaos.The Alpha lifted his hands, motioning the crowd to remain silent.“I hereby sentence her to death by stoning.” His voice was sealed with a tone of finality that made me shiver.The moment the words left his lips, the crowd erupted into chaos. Shouts of approval filled the air as people bent down to g
Lena's Pov“Oh, she is not even the one…”The deep voice sent a shiver down my spine.Not the one?His words confused me, but I didn’t dare ask.The man who seemed to be their leader took a step forward, his eyes scanning me where I lay, trembling and exhausted. His brow furrowed in curiosity.I could barely lift my head, my body aching from the brutal stoning and the exhausting escape. But through my blurry vision, I noticed that there were three men, and from the expression on their faces, they seemed to be worried and probably in search of something because what else could help anyone in this deep forest at this ungodly hour?Either they were rogues, or they were in search of something important to them.The other men gathered around me, their faces unreadable. My heart pounded as I pushed myself up slightly, wincing at the sharp pain that shot through my ribs. But what if they were Theo’s men? Probably, they had disguised themselves just to trick me.One of them crouched beside
Lena's Pov“Come with me,” the leader commanded.I raised an eyebrow.“Come with you?”The leader nodded. “You might not last a night if you stay out here all alone,” he added, his voice laced with concern.“ Where are you taking me to?” I queried, still skeptical if I was safe in their hands. “Blackwood”, he said simply.My throat tightened. “Why would you help me?”The youngest one crossed his arms. “We never said we would help you. We just don’t leave half-dead people in the woods.”The leader shot him a sharp look before turning back to me. “You can come, but if we find out that you are lying, we will deal with you ourselves.”I swallowed hard. Did I have a choice?“Fine,” I whispered.The journey back was a blur. I barely stayed on my feet, but they helped me, making sure I didn’t collapse. When we finally arrived, the sight of the towering gates sent a strange warmth through my chest.This is The atmosphere, but as soon as we stepped inside, I felt safe.No one would kill me
Lena's Pov Damien pushed the door open wider and stepped inside without waiting for an invitation. His face was stern and void of emotions.I stepped back instinctively, my thoughts a mess.Just when I thought I had found love, just when I had thought the Moon Goddess had blessed me with a mate of my own.Damien had betrayed me. He wasn't even remorseful to cheat outside the pack.What do you want, Damien?” My voice was hoarse, barely above a whisper.He shut the door behind him and faced me, his expression hard. “No one can know about what you saw tonight.”“This matter won't fester publicly.”My stomach churned in discomfort.“What do you mean?”“You won’t tell a soul, Lena, else you would regret it.” His voice was firm.A cold shiver ran down my spine. Regret it?“ Are you serious right now?” I scoffed, crossing my arms over my chest, trying to keep my voice steady. “You’re the one who betrayed me! And now you want to threaten me into silence?”“Threaten you into silence… how?”“
Lena's PovMy eyes fluttered open to a soft knock on my door, but before I could respond, the door swung open.“It's a new day…”“Get to work, Luna…” a deep baritone voice eluded my sleep.The sound of his voice was followed by the sharp whoosh of my curtains being yanked open. A click echoed in the room as the room enlivened with the green and blue glow of the chandeliers.“He called me Luna...?” I furrowed my eyebrows.I couldn't believe my ears.“Kyler was already referring to me as his Luna. This calls for celebration,” I solo-thought.“You are up now; now get your lazy ass up and join me in the training ground,” he commanded, his tone void of emotions.I narrowed my eyebrows in confusion.Training?Oh no!I am too weak for that.“I can't train with you, Kyler!”“I doubt if I have a wolf; even if I do, she is too weak to be on training grounds.” I drawled lazily, wrapping myself back under the bedsheets.I prayed Kyler would just leave. He was disturbing my sleeping hours, and I n
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
Damian's Pov I flung the door open as I focused my gaze on Lena.She was sitting on the floor, her knees pulled to her chest, her hair messy. Her dress was wrinkled, and there was a bruise on her arm.She must have sustained it after having a tough fight with the guards I sent to pick her up.As soon as she looked up and saw me, she let out a deep, tired sigh.That sound stung more than I expected.I stepped inside, closing the door softly behind me. “Why are you sighing like that?” I asked, keeping my voice calm.She scoffed, shaking her head as she looked away from me. “I thought someone had finally come to save me,” she said bitterly. “But it turns out it’s the same evil person who sold me in the first place and then brought me back here...”I chuckled softly. “Lena…”“Don’t,” she snapped. “Don’t say my name like you still have the right to.”The silence stretched between us. She didn’t look at me again. She just sat there like she had nothing left in her.I turned toward the doo
Kyler's PovI yawned loudly, blinking away the heaviness in my eyes. My head throbbed slightly, a dull ache pulsing at the back of my skull.Damn. What the hell did I drink last night?Groaning, I stretched my hand toward the warm body lying beside me.“Lena… you’re so good,” I murmured, my voice thick with sleep, slipping my hand between the softness of her chest—And then I froze.That scent wasn’t Lena. It was so unnatural.My eyes shot open, and I jerked up just to see Alison lying beside me.“What the hell?!” I shouted, scrambling back on the bed.Alison blinked at me slowly, her lashes fluttering as she stirred awake like she had no care in the world.She smiled lazily. “Good morning, Alpha,” she purred, reaching for me again. “Come back to sleep. You loved what we did last night…”“What?!” I nearly gagged. “Are you insane? What the hell are you doing here?!”She pouted. “Don’t be so cold. You were all over me, remember? You said my name like a thousand times.”I shoved her hand
Alison's Pov.Theo had given me all the necessary instructions on what I should do.I peeped in through Alpha Kyler's room, waiting for the perfect time to strike. Everything needed to go perfectly. One mistake, and it would all be ruined.I could see Alpha Kyler pacing back and forth through his slightly opened door, his brows furrowed in deep worry.“Poor Alpha!” I scoffed silently. “Look at the all-powerful Alpha, yet so helpless without his little Luna!” I mocked, curling my lips in disgust.I pulled away quickly and rushed back into my room. It was time to act.Slipping into the tiniest, most revealing dress I owned—a silky black one that hugged every one of my curves—I let my hair down and smeared on a glossy red lipstick. I grabbed the tiny vial Theo had given me and poured the strange, glittery liquid into the stew I had prepared.“His favorite,” I muttered with a smirk as I stirred the rich sauce. “Let’s see how loyal you are now, Alpha.”Once the food was ready and the poti
Damian's Pov“How dare you hurt her?” I roared, my voice shaking the room.My mind was a chaotic mess. I had always hated people messing up my orders, and I never believed Leonard could be one of them.I had trusted him to be competent and trustworthy in keeping to instructions, but he had just done the opposite.“I asked you to deliver a simple letter to her telling her how much I missed her, but you went ahead to do what you saw fit.”“Hitting her hard and making her go unconscious. Now look at the way the media has twisted the whole story…”“Read the story...” I roared at him, throwing the newsletter in his face.Leonard stood frozen, blood dripping from the corner of his mouth. My fists throbbed from the last punch I landed on him, but I didn’t care. Not when Lena was suffering.I slammed the newsletter into his chest so hard it made him stumble. “Read it! Go on—READ what the pack is saying!”He opened it with shaking hands. His eyes scanned the front page, the bold headline like
Lena’s PovElder Elijah grabbed my arm roughly, his face stiff with anger and disappointment. “You’ve disgraced yourself,” he muttered, dragging me to my feet.My throat burned from crying. I tried to stand, but my legs wouldn’t hold me. I wobbled and almost fell back to the floor.He sighed. “Get up. Don’t make this harder than it already is.”Before I could even take another breath, he grabbed my arm and yanked me up.I didn’t resist. What was the point?Alison trailed behind us, her heels clicking against the floor like the countdown to my doom.“Aww, look at you,” she whispered behind me, her voice sugary sweet. “All that confidence, gone in a day. What a shame!” “You could’ve at least fixed your hair, Lena,” she whispered with a chuckle. “Oh wait, you’re too busy being a criminal to care about your looks now.”I bit my lip, trying not to cry again. My heart already felt like it had been ripped to pieces. I didn’t want to give her the satisfaction.Elder Elijah led me through t
Lena’s POVAt the door was Theo, a wicked smirk plastered across his face.“What do you want, Theo?” My voice was hoarse and bold as I tried to hide my weakness.He let out a dry laugh, his eyes glinting with that same evil mischief. “Still trying to act strong, little mouse?” he mocked, leaning against the doorframe. “Do you think you can just stroll out of here? You’re not going anywhere.”I took another step, wobbling slightly but refusing to back down. “I don’t care what you say. I’m not staying here.”He moved faster than I expected. In a blink, he was right in front of me, grabbing my arm and yanking me back inside.“You think I don’t have eyes everywhere?” He growled. “You’ve been under my watch since the moment you passed out.”“Let me go!” I shouted, struggling in his grip. “You’re insane!” I cursed as I struggled with his firm grip.He laughed again. “You’ve always liked to fight, Lena and I love that about you.”I tried to yank myself free, but he slammed his mouth onto mi