CHAPTER46: WHISPERING BEHIND CLOSED DOORS EVERLY:The sight of Ava and Maria whispering made me suspect that something was up. They stopped as soon as they saw me coming.“Greetings, Luna.” Ava and Maria greeted in unison.I barely nodded in acknowledgement. “What's with the whispering? Is there something I need to know?”They hesitated and twisted their fingers back and forth.“I'm waiting,” I intoned.“Hmmm, Luna, actually…..” Maria began but I cut her off.“Meet me in my room,” I commanded and sauntered away.Maria and Ava came into my room and they both looked nervous. “You called for us, Luna?” Maria asked, bowing slightly.“Yes, I did,” I said, and gestured for them to sit down. “I need to talk to you both about Isabella.”They stole a glance at each other, and Ava spoke first. “Is something wrong, Luna?”I folded my hands in my lap and spoke calmly. “I asked you to keep an eye on her, to report anything unusual or suspicious. Yet, it’s been weeks, and I’ve heard nothing from e
CHAPTER 47: NOT AFRAID OF HER EVERLY:“What are you afraid of?” I heard a voice in my head and knew it was Ruby, my wolf talking to me.“I'm not sure, Ruby.” I answered her. “You and I know Isabella is a scheming bitch. I just don't want history to repeat itself.”“Then send them away, you don't owe them any favour.”I was silent for a while. “But I can't, Ruby. They are the closest people I have as a family.”Ruby too went silent for a while before the said. “You have me. And you also have Kaelan. I think you should focus on building your own family.”I nodded, even though Ruby wasn't physically present. “You're right, Ruby,” I said after a thought. “But I'm afraid Kaelan has never said anything about building a family. I don't even know if he wants one.”“He will definitely want one in the future. He loves you and would want you to give him an heir.”I blushed and covered my face with my hands. I could hear Ruby laughing in my head.“Okay, Ruby, get off my head. I want a lone time
CHAPTER 48; ISABELLA GETS COZY WITH MY MATE EVERLY:I went downstairs later to have dinner with my mate. No matter how much we argued about Isabella, I still couldn't take my mind off Kaelan. I gazed into his eyes as we ate. His expression was unreadable. I forked out a chunk of roasted chicken and tried to feed him. He gazed at me for a while before he reluctantly opened his mouth. As I put the chicken in his mouth, I gave him a warm smile. We were sitting opposite each other and I had to strain my hand to feed him. He was my Alpha and I would let no one come between us.“Do you think I'm stressing you out?” I had to ask because I didn't understand his mood.He stared at me for a moment. “Everly, please let's not ruin our appetite.”I went silent for the rest of the meal. That response was enough to make me understand that he wasn't entirely happy with me.When we were done, Maria came and cleared the table. Kaelan remained seated without saying a word. The silence was becoming aw
CHAPTER 49:DON'T SAY I DIDN'T WARN YOU EVERLY:It was Isabella’s laugh—sweet, practiced, and artificial. And Kaelan’s deep chuckle followed right after. I went and hid behind a shelf, knowing they were coming for the library.Kaelan's chuckle faded as soon as they stepped into the library. He knows my scent all too well and probably suspected that I was there. He took a seat and spread some files on the table.Isabella perched on the arm of his chair and leaned slightly toward him. Kealan wasn't relaxed probably because he knew I was there.But Isabella was oblivious to it all. Or probably wanted me to see her with my man and get mad as usual.But I wasn't going to get mad.Cough, cough.I came out from behind the shelf with a book in my hand. “Am I interrupting something?” My voice was cool but it was sharp enough to cut through a glass.Kaelan looked up, “Everly, I didn't know you are up,” he lied.“Of course not. You had more important things to do obviously,” I shot back, my eyes
CHAPTER 50: THE WEAK POINTEVERLY: I left the library because I couldn't focus. Meanwhile, Kaelan had aroused my sexual urge and I was a bit honey. One glance at him and I knew he had lost his sexual urge. I headed to my room and took a cold shower, hoping it could calm my nerves.It didn't help much but I felt a bit better.I didn't want to go to the dining room for breakfast. I wasn't sure I could handle Kaelan when he pulled a long face.It has only been a few weeks since we got married and we're already arguing.Wait, didn't we promise each other just a day ago never to argue again? Sigh.I sat by the window in my room, and gazed out at the sprawling forest that bordered Crescent Moon territory. I had a lot in my mind right now but it didn't stop me from feeling hunger bite the lining of my stomach. I waited for Maria to come. I knew she would come once I didn't show up in the dining room.Someone knocked softly and broke my thoughts.. “Come in,” I called, turning to see Ava an
CHAPTER51 : UNLEASHING THE STORMEVERLY:The emotional stress I was going through must have weakened my entire body. Otherwise, why would I just fall asleep on Kaelan's shoulder? Moments later, I woke up and he was still there, smoothening my hair with his hand. “Are you okay, honey?” He whispered into my ears.I nodded as I yearned. “I'm fine. Just a bit stressed.”“Don't let nothing stress you out, okay?” He looked into my eyes. “Do you want to go to the clinic or something? Maybe run a text or two, you know. Let them check if something is going on with your body.”I blushed profusely. Did he think I was pregnant simply because I fell asleep on his shoulder? “I'm okay, Kaelan. No need to visit the clinic.”“Alright, take your time and rest. I have a meeting with Alpha Zion of Haven pack and he'll be here in a moment. I will be downstairs if you need me.”He kissed my forehead and left.I waited until he was well out of my way before I went in search of Rose. I have a word or two
Chapter 52:: An Alliance Sealed In BloodKAELAN:As I led Everly away from Rose, her body still trembled with the rage that nearly choked the life out of that woman. I was afraid she wasn't done with Rose yet.Everly’s power seemed to be growing stronger. It worries me because she's yet to master it. For now, I didn’t have time to dwell on it. Zion was waiting for me in the chamber.I lifted her to my shoulder and carried her to my room. I dropped her on the bed, brushed a kiss across her lips and covered her body with a duvet.“Close your eyes and breath slowly,” I said. “You’ll feel a lot better.”She nodded, not taking her eyes off my face. I left the room and returned to the chamber where I was having a meeting with Zion, the Alpha of Haven pack.He was lounging in his chair when I walked in, and one of his brows arched as he swirled a glass of whiskey. He took a slow sip before setting it down. His gaze focused on me like a predator sizing up prey.“You’ve got a killing machine
CHAPTER 53: PREPARING FOR WARKAELAN:As soon as Zion and his guards left my estate, I let out a slow breath. The blood oath had been made. There was no going back now.But there was still one problem.Everly.Convincing her to lead my warriors wasn’t going to be easy. She was strong—undeniably so—but after everything, after all the stress she had suffered as a result of her step sister's presence in the pack, I knew she wouldn’t take kindly to the idea of being used as a weapon.Still, I had no choice.I found her in my room, brushing out her long, blond hair. She was wearing a silk robe, and the fabric clung to her curves. She looked… soft and peaceful. But I knew the fire beneath.She glanced at me through the mirror’s reflection, her emerald eyes sharp. “Hey, honey pie,” she said with a smile.“Hey!” I said as I embraced her from behind. “You look tempting.”“I do?” She dropped the brush and turned to me. “How tempting?” she asked.“So tempting I feel I would devour you right now.
CHAPTER 101: I DON'T WANT THINGS, KAELAN.KAELAN: I’d taken the priestess’s vial in a desperate move to ensure that our packs survive against our enemies' growing threat. But the price was a chilling void where my love for Everly should have been. Or, at least, the expression of that love.The feeling was still there, buried deep in my heart, but the ability to show it was gone.And she's been so cold lately and has been avoiding me.I bought her a diamond ring and other expensive jewelry to show her that she was still precious to me. I didn't think I could face her yet, so I sent Owen to give her the gifts.I waited anxiously for her to come to me. But she didn't. Instead, Owen came back with the package and a note with Everly's handwriting.“What did she say?” I asked, my voice rough, as Owen entered the room.He shook his head, looking so grim. “She didn't take the gifts, Alpha. Not even a single one.”“She refused them?” My voice cracked and I could feel my heartbeat accelerati
CHAPTER 100: WE'RE WELL PREPARED KAELANThe moment Everly left, I felt so frustrated that I punched the wall until my fist began to bleed. I wanted to tell her everything. But how could I, when I wasn’t even sure I’d ever go back to being normal?Owen came back in and stood in front of me, waiting for me to give him attention. I stared at him blankly and it made him feel a little uncomfortable. “Alpha, Zeus has moved faster than we anticipated.”I leaned forward and my weight made the polished wood to creak in response. “Faster how, Owen? I thought we had eyes on him.”“We do,” he confirmed, and lowered his gaze down to the folder before returning to mine. “He may not be able to buy weapons directly, but he’s working through proxies—human criminal syndicates.”“Really.”“Yes, Alpha. He’s negotiating a deal, an arms deal, with the Serpent’s Coil cartel. They’re… well, they’re not exactly known for their peaceful resolutions. They’ll provide the weapons he needs in exchange for someth
CHAPTER 99: I DON'T NEED THIS KAELAN:I was going through some files in the office and got a message from Kenneth, a business associate of mine about the latest market trends.I'm a werewolf Alpha but I also run a lot of flourishing businesses. I've been away from the metropolis for a while but my businesses are in capable hands.Kenneth and I chatted for a while, while Owen stood before me, his face devoid of emotions as always.I knew something was wrong. Something seems to be always wrong these days. As soon as I was done chatting with Kenneth, I gave Owen my attention. I knew something was wrong but I knew I couldn't tell what it was until I heard from him.“Speak,” I ordered, my voice sharp.Owen looked at me directly. “Alpha, Zeus is furious about the new threaty. But he's not giving up. He’s resorted to meeting with underground arms dealers, trying to find a way around the restrictions.”I clenched my jaw. “He won’t succeed. The mayor may be human, but he knows better than to
CHAPTER 98: A GROWING DISTANCEEVERLY:I was so pissed with Kaelan’s sudden change of attitude towards me. I can hardly believe this was the same Kaelan I had married. He claims to still be here when actually he isn't.As I stormed out of the bedroom in anger, I expected him to catch my arm, pull me to himself and show me that he was still here indeed, but he didn't.My chest heaved with frustration as I hurried off. I wasn’t even sure where I was going, but I needed to get away from him. Away from the coldness in his eyes. Away from the emptiness that had replaced the man I loved.I walked through the long corridors of the packhouse, and tried not to make a sound. The moonlight still glowed beautifully in the sky. It reminded me how beautiful our love had once been.Our love was once as beautiful as the full moon. Now, all I felt was a void.I leaned on the wall and felt utterly helpless.“Luna,” Owen called as he approached. “Are you alright?”I turned to face him, and tried to sm
CHAPTER 97: A DANGEROUS AGREEMENTKAELAN:I was in such a great mood after I defeated Marcus. I knew the battle wasn't over but I needed to celebrate this little victory. I had breakfast with my Luna, specially prepared by our chef. Back in my chamber, I pulled Everly to myself.“Come to Daddy,” I said sweetly in her ear and rubbed her belly. “I want to pump my seed in here.”She blushed different shades of red while I pressed a kiss on her forehead. “Come,” I dragged her hand and slipped it under my panties. I wanted her to feel my manhood. She was still blushing but she followed every of my moves. It's been days since I touched her.Now I expected my cock to roar to life after that soft caress by my luna but I felt nothing.I pulled off every single clothing on my body and sprawled on the bed. “Play with Daddy,” I told her, pulling her toward myself. Everly got to work. She kissed me tenderly on my lips while she ran her hands along my arbs. Her thumb circled my nipples and I ex
CHAPTER 96: DEFEATING MARCUS KAELAN: My warriors have assembled outside the castle gates, their armor gleaming under the pale moonlight. The energy in the air was tangible. It was as if a storm was brewing, waiting to be unleashed.Owen moved to my side, his sword strapped across his back. "The scouts just returned. Marcus has fortified the Silver Cross pack with twice the number of rogues. And the humans he recruited? They're armed to the teeth."I smirked. "Good. It'll make crushing them all the more satisfying."Everly was standing close by but her eyes were down and she played with her fingers. My heart went out for her.She was nervous, obviously afraid for me. I walked up to her. "Hey, sweetheart, something on your mind?”She didn't respond.I stared at her for a while. “Make sure you stay here."She scoffed. "Like hell I will.""Everly!"She lifted her chin stubbornly. "You might be immune to silver now, but that doesn’t make you invincible. You need me."I let out a breath
CHAPTER 95: LET'S GO TAKE SILVER CROSS BACK KAELAN:I coordinated my warriors, and gave them instructions on how to attack the enemies and defend themselves. Also we spent the rest of the evening making handmade bulletproof vests.It might not be sophisticated enough but it would certainly make a difference. The hours before dawn passed in restless silence. I lay awake, staring at the ceiling of my chambers, the vial of silver liquid still wrecking havoc with my body. Everly hadn’t returned to our room after storming out of the meeting. I knew she was angry but she'll get over it. Being mated to the Alpha King comes with a cost.A knock at the door pulled me from my thoughts."Enter," I called.The door opened gently, and Owen entered, looking grim. "It’s almost time for the battle, Alpha."I sat up, running a hand through my hair before standing. Owen watched me carefully, like he was afraid something would happen to me.But I didn't give a damn.I grabbed my own vest and followed
CHAPTER 94: JUST ENOUGH FOR ONE WOLF KAELAN:“Kaelan, are you sure about this?” Zion was speaking to me all of a sudden. “I'm worried about the effects she mentioned. Think of what would happen if you lose your memory and can no longer remember a thing. It would be worse than being attacked with ammunition.”I continued walking, but my face felt so tight it hurt. “I won't lose my memory.”“And what if you lost your ability to love. What would happen to your beautiful Luna? She's too young to put up with a man who can't love her.”I paused and thought about it for a while. Well, this was a matter of life and death. We need to be alive first before we can talk about love, right?When Zion received no response from me, he moved ahead.“You know, Kaelan, there can be another way around this. You can talk to Alpha Jordan. He has connections to those who can supply you with sophisticated weapons.”I paused and looked at him. “That's an excellent idea but there's no time. An arm deai takes
CHAPTER 93; BEWARE, ALPHA KaelanZion led the way since he was going to introduce me to the priestess. The journey to the priestess’s domain was tedious. We drove for a while and packed at the base of a mountain. Then we climbed the mountain on foot. We are werewolves and climbing the mountain wasn't such a big deal.However, we had to shift and fight a few mountain predators before we made it to our destination.The smell of ancient herbs made me realise we were near.I saw a wooden door in the distance, adorned with runes that pulsed faintly, as if it was alive. I raised my fist to knock as we got closer, but before I could, the door opened on its own.It was dark inside and I couldn't see a thing. Then I heard someone’s voice from the darkness within. "Come in, Alpha of Crescent Moon."I paused, and glanced around. She certainly was something. She knew who I was.After I summoned enough courage, I entered and dragged Zion along with me.The only thing that lit the room was a sma