Netayam's POV.Just as I was about to turn around and identify the source of the approaching steps, a searing pain shot through my right hand. "Arrgghh!" I growled, a mixture of fury and agony, staggering a few steps backward.Now, surrounding me were roughly seven hefty men. Five of them were the familiar faces from earlier, the ones who had come to take Kayla away from me. The remaining two were strangers, adding an aspect of unpredictability to the situation."How dare you?" I roared, clutching my injured hand in an attempt to stem the persistent bleeding. Normally, I would heal almost instantly, but this time, perhaps due to my weakened wolf, the recovery seemed impossible.I stood there, surrounded and wounded, the brawl escalating into a clash that held the possibility to determine the fate of those involved."What do you mean, 'how dare us'? You entered our territory without seeking permission, and we don't like that! We don't appreciate intruders walking into our territory!
Netayam's POV.As I gradually opened my eyes, I found myself in a familiar environment; the room I usually called mine. What caught my attention, however, was Beta Ray, my Beta, sitting right beside me. This was unexpected.In my last memory, I was ensnared by ruthless rogues, and my mate, Kayla, was forcefully taken from me. The surge of panic hit me as I realised the potential consequences of that event.Immediately, I sat up on my bed, a mix of relief and apprehension flooding me. The image of Kayla being taken away lingered in my mind. My hand instinctively reached out for Beta Ray's, surprising him. His eyes widened in shock at my sudden movement."Alpha, you are awake!" His voice carried a tone laced with fear and concern as he swiftly stood up from his seat. The room felt charged with an unspoken tension, and I couldn't help but wonder what had happened in my absence.He came closer to me, immediately bowing his head in a gesture of respect."Where's Kayla? Where's my mate?
Kyle's POV."I can't believe he still considers me his brother and even embraces me. Netayam... you won't see this coming!" I snarled with a bright smile spreading across my lips.Deceiving Netayam and the entire pack mansion was such a delight. Their warm welcome and the provision of a room indicated that they had no intention of throwing me out and still harboured love for me."I can't wait to see you all weak before me, Netayam. But don't worry, I promise to be gentle!" I chortled, glancing around the room assigned to me.Just then, I reached the bed and, as I collapsed onto it, a wave of memories washed over me. The familiar sensation took me back to the days when I was just a little kid.There was a time when I had the privilege to stroll into my father's room and hop onto his bed without a second thought. I was the cherished Alpha, the beloved brother, but then, Netayam's attention shifted, and it infuriated me. All I craved from him was his love, nothing more, yet it seemed
Netayam's POV.Returning from the fields, I spotted Kyle sneaking towards his assigned room. Curiosity piqued and I quickened my steps, approaching him as he struggled with the stubborn door."Where are you coming from?" I inquired, my gaze fixed on his face as he turned to meet my eyes. There was an evident unease about him; his hands trembled on the doorknob, signalling that he was involved in something suspicious.He hesitated, a pause pregnant with the weight of an undisclosed secret, one that seemed to have a direct connection to me."I... I didn't see you there, Alpha!" Kyle's tone shifted, accompanied by a forced laugh, an attempt to divert my attention from the fact that he had left and returned without notice."I saw you coming in unusually early, Kyle, and it made me curious. So, what's the story? Where are you coming from?" I inquired once again, closing the distance between us.He took a step back, an instinctive move to put some space between us, but I paid no heed. Clos
Netayam's POV.Standing by the window in my room, I found myself with folded hands, gazing into the night. A sense of uneasy discomfort flowed through my nerves, an undeniable sensation as darkness enveloped the pack beyond the glass pane."You forced my hand, Kyle! Your actions led me here, you made me want to do this." I directed my words toward Kyle, In a soft murmur.I reached up to touch the bridge of my nose, pinching it gently, a sigh escaping my lips.The trigger for all this madness was Kyle. Despite being my brother, I never intended to pursue or confront him. It seemed, however, that he was determined to take the difficult path.His actions, especially involving my mate, had effects. The time had come for him to be held responsible for the crimes he had committed over an extended period.His passion to control my mate blinded him to the fact that, as her mate, I possessed complete control over Kayla's powers. What he held was merely a bit of her abilities.Fists clenched,
Netwyam's POV."Kill him, Kayla! And now!" Kyle's command echoed through the space, and in that moment, I witnessed a chilling shift in Kayla's eyes. The spark of her will to kill, to tear, the determination to end it all, glowed ominously her eyes. Guilt clawed at me; she had endured so much, and my actions were at the root of her suffering. Yet, I couldn't allow Kyle to seize control of her, to control her powers.The full moon loomed above, its glow casting an eerie atmosphere. I couldn't risk attempting to shape shift into a werewolf yet under these circumstances, realising that Kyle had strategically chosen this spot to manipulate and distract me with the full moon."Listen to me, Kayla, you are…" As I attempted to intervene, my eyes locked with Kayla's. I started, but my words were abruptly cut off. In a swift and forceful motion, her fist connected with my face, the impact lifting and hurling me into the woods.The moment my back collided with the unyielding surface of the
Netayam's POV.As my eyes slowly opened, I found myself once again within the comforting walls of the Pack, greeted by the sight of Kayla lying close beside me. A radiant smile instantly adorned my lips, an indication of the joy I felt at her closeness.Gazing at her serene face, I couldn't help but recall the events of the previous night. I vividly recalled the moments when she effortlessly threw me to the ground, and, to my embarrassment, proceeded to pin me down. With a playful grin, I teasingly remarked, "You nearly killed me last night, cupcake!" My words were accompanied by a continued smile, appreciating the peaceful and calm expression she directed my way.At this moment, I found myself irresistibly drawn to her, prompting me to instinctively wrap my arms around her peacefully slumbering body. A content smile lingered on my lips as I pulled her even closer to me, showering a gentle kiss on her forehead while tenderly caressing it. In that silent embrace, I couldn't help b
Kayla's POV."It's nothing, trust me!" His voice and words echoed in my mind as I sat on the bed, staring blankly at the door before me.The room felt empty, and a sense of unease and discomfort gnawed at my veins. Being alone in such a large room was far from comforting. The absence of Alpha Netayam was keenly felt, and I longed to see him instantly. However, the reality was that he was in the conference hall with the elders, and it wasn't appropriate for me to disrupt their meeting by seeking him out.The inner struggle between my desire to be with him and the need to respect the rules of pack dynamics left me in a state of restless anticipation.Standing up, my body aching, I felt an urge to leave the room. Stepping out, aware that I was in a safe space, I decided to stroll around the mansion.Every corner I explored served as a reminder of the scars I had seen on Alpha Netayam's body. It instilled a sense of fear in me. It was evident that something dangerous had occurred the p