Hades,“Alpha! The CCTV footage only captured the moment they followed Lady Elysia. After that, they vanished without a trace. All I could find after analyzing the data was that they were working in some bar downtown and had a few criminal records.” Carlos’ voice carried frustration as he relayed the information, but my attention remained fixed on the mirror before me. The white suit clung to my form, pristine yet suffocating. Since the moment she woke up, Elysia had refused to speak to me or even meet my gaze. The weight of her silence was heavier than any wound. I didn’t know how she had twisted the truth so terribly. According to her father, the drug in her system was lethal for an average wolf, which meant it could have induced vivid hallucinations. That must be the reason she believed she had been violated by those men—when, in reality, she had been with me. Yet, none of this made sense. The biggest mystery was why she was my mate in the first place. Carlos hesitated befo
I knew that if I wanted to claim her, I had to play the game on their terms. But the fact that Gamma Celeriac allowed me to leave with her, despite knowing that I needed her blood to lift my curse, made no sense. Still, I had no choice but to go along with it. A devil like me—someone who thrived on blood and chaos—had no boundaries, and it would be no different with her. As long as she gave me her blood, I would play the role of a gentleman. But the misunderstanding between us felt fatal. She had been touched only by me. No one else. I had thought I made that clear. And yet, she was trapped in a nightmare of her own making, one where I was the villain. This woman… "I don't know them!" Her voice rang out as she stood in front of a group of people who seemed genuinely concerned for her. Leaning against the car, I watched in silence, irritation flickering across my face. The way she reacted to them, as if they were strangers, made it clear—she had forgotten them. Or perhaps
Gamma Celeriac, "Master! You shouldn’t have left her with Hades Wraithborn!" Aurora’s voice was laced with urgency, her hands trembling as she clenched them into fists. "If he really is King Davies’s son, Lady Elysia is in danger. Don’t you know he killed all the women of Carl-stron City?" Her concern was palpable, her golden eyes filled with unmasked worry. She had never supported my decision to send Elysia to the human world, let alone erase her memories. And now, with Hades Wraithborn involved, her unease had turned into outright desperation. But what other choice did I have? The Moon Goddess was the overseer. She knew Elysia’s words were true—she had been reborn. But it wasn’t by the will of fate. Or a second chance Elysia claimed. Hecate had done it, twisting destiny to claim her soul. Her soul , my daughter's soul was equal to mine. If she could get hers, who knew what destruction she would bring? And while Elysia had once defeated Hades Wraithborn, he had never truly di
Hades,"Boss! The client has accepted the termination proposal. They won’t ask for compensation, but in exchange, they want us to provide the exact goods to their different branches!" Alex Graham placed the termination letter on the table, his voice steady as he explained the details. He was a human—the caretaker of my villa in the human world. Unlike the rest of his kind, he had long known of my existence. "Good. It’s a fair deal," I muttered, clicking my tongue before grabbing another file. Then, without looking up, I asked, "Did she wake up?" Alex hesitated. "Not yet. My father said the amount of blood you took might have weakened her, but… he’s surprised that a human like her is still alive." A slow smirk tugged at my lips. *Human?* The Graham family had been my loyal guards for centuries, yet they still refused to believe in werewolves. They knew I was a vampire, but they assumed Elysia was just another mortal. I stood up, adjusting my sleeves. "Let’s meet her." Ale
Elysia,Strangely, both my father and Hades failed to erase my memories. As if their magic didn’t work at all. It was almost amusing to think about—two of the most powerful beings I knew, unable to manipulate my mind. But what unsettled me more was the sense of familiarity I felt in the human world. Standing on the rooftop of this unfamiliar house, I inhaled the scent of fresh grass and blooming flowers, the cool breeze brushing against my skin. There was something oddly peaceful about this place. Maybe it was my mother’s genes—her human blood running through me, making me feel connected to this world in a way I had never expected. One thing I had realized in this quiet moment was that life wasn’t so terrible if you didn’t spend every second consumed by revenge or pain. Darkness was everywhere, but if we allowed it to become our sole focus, we would never know what happiness truly felt like. “It feels nice,” I murmured, closing my eyes and taking a deep breath. The air carried
Honestly, his words didn’t really make me think twice. Let’s be real here—I was in a rural area. Did he actually believe there would be some wolves just waiting around for my Ella to take down? After a long, comfortable shower, I cooked myself a hearty yet huge meal. Ella became a bit extra during this time, running wild, hunting rabbits, and seeking out anything edible. I could feel her restlessness buzzing beneath my skin. I sank into the couch, letting the plush cushions swallow me. The house was nice, eerily quiet, but cozy. A soft breeze drifted in from the slightly open window, lulling me into a state of calm. "Miss Elysia!" Alex's voice rang from the kitchen. "I’m done putting away the groceries. I have to leave today. Are you staying at a hotel?" "Hotel?" My brows knitted together as I turned to him. "No. Hades told me to stay here." "Really?" Alex hesitated, his expression shifting to something wary. "That’s weird. On a full moon night, we aren’t allowed to stay in.
"Where is Hades Wraithborn?" No.5 asked, his crimson gaze piercing through my mind like a scalpel. The corner of his lips raised with a certain optimistic grin. "I don’t know!" My voice was eerily monotonous, like a pre-programmed response. He frowned, eyes narrowing as he stood. "What’s your relationship with Hades Wraithborn?" "I don’t know!" I stood still, like a robot, going through the final testing. "Is she really hypnotized?" No. 2 leaned against the couch, a smug smirk curling his lips. "She is. Her pupils are dilated," No. 3 murmured, stepping forward. His eyes gleamed in the dim light as he inspected me, tilting my chin upward like I was some experiment. " His power of hypnotizing is strong enough to make me go through the worst nightmares! This is just another blood bank for us. She will be under his control""How did you come here? In this house?" No. 5 ignored the others, his voice cutting through the air like a blade. "Are you human?" "By bus. No, I am Elli
I ran my tongue over my lips, tasting the salty metallic blood as I watched Hades's brow rise with amusement. "I thought—!" he closed our distance, now mere inches away. "I was the devil here. Seems like you aren't any less!" My eyes followed his lips as they inched closer. My heart pounded, faster than usual, as he pressed his lips to the corner of my mouth, running his tongue over the blood smeared there. His hand trailed from my wrist to my chin, his crimson-red eyes locking onto mine. His breath brushed against my skin as he whispered, "You have Demon Blood. Only Fenrir possesses that blood." "Elysia Celeriac." He chuckled darkly. "I thought you only knew how to use your claws and that sword. Where is that sword?" His eyes burned into me, possessive and knowing, as if he saw something no one else could. I smirked, biting my own finger until blood welled at the tip. Before the droplet could hit the ground, his eyes glowed with hunger, like a predator about to devour its
“My child!”Selene’s voice pulled me out of my thoughts. She stood a few steps away, glowing faintly in her usual graceful poise, her silver hair floating like mist around her. But it was her eyes—filled with worry—that caught me off guard.“Are you sure you want to do this?” she asked gently. “You’re happy, aren’t you?”I looked at Ella beside me. She wasn’t just a part of me—she was me. Her presence had become clearer since the memories started coming back. She nodded slowly, as if giving me the permission I didn’t know I needed.I shook my head, not because I wasn’t happy, but because this went beyond me now.“I remember what Hecate said when she gave me this second chance,” I told Selene, my voice steady despite the storm in my chest. “I can’t let her win.”Selene’s expression softened. She stepped forward and reached out, placing one hand on my head, the other on Ella’s. The warmth from her touch sank into my skin like sunlight after a cold storm, and for a moment, I felt safe. L
Hades,“Take care of Ruby. I will return soon.”That was all she left behind. After translating it that was all I got from her note. One short line, scrawled in her unmistakable handwriting. No explanations. No details. No clue where she was going or why she had to leave so suddenly. I held the note in my hand, staring at it until the ink began to blur. The words looked simple—innocent, even—but I knew better. They were heavy. Laced with finality. And that terrified me more than anything.Elysia was gone.There was no sign of her presence in the house. Not even the faintest trace of her scent. Her aura, usually woven so thickly into the walls that I could feel it even in sleep, had vanished. She’d covered her tracks well. Too well. The last footage of her stiffed movement before she entered in my study was the only thing I could find.She didn’t just leave.She disappeared.And she took three parts of the Knowledge with her. The Knowledge wasn’t something you simply took and walked
Hades,The moment the flickering lights of daylight hit my eyelids, I opened my eyes. A smile spread over my face when the moments of last night suddenly rushed through my mind unexpectedly. Her touch, the way her body curled against mine, and the quiet comfort of her breath against my neck—it all came back like a warm breeze. Assuming that my little mate would be next to me, I turned.But instead of seeing the sight of my little mate, I felt a cold, empty side next to me. The sheet was still slightly crumpled, her scent faint but lingering like an afterthought. A low chuckle escaped my throat. She was an early bird and I underestimated her. It was so like her to wake before me and slip out quietly.Throwing the blanket away from my body, I decided to head to the bathroom first and then to the kitchen or the gym. However, as the blanket hit the other side of the bed, a soft crinkle caught my attention. My vampire instincts, sharp and ever-alert, instantly honed in on the unfamiliar
Hades, Her pulse It thrummed beneath her delicate skin, a steady rhythm that sent shockwaves through my body. Each beat echoed in my skull, syncing with my own erratic heartbeat. The scent of her blood curled through the air, sweet and intoxicating, igniting a hunger so raw that it clawed at my throat. A primal need crashed over me. Instinct. Hunger. Desire. It overrode everything. I forgot that I wasn't only a werewolf, I was something else too. Something dangerous. Ruby stiffened beside her mother, her sharp instincts picking up on the change. Her bright eyes flickered to me, widening slightly, cautious and wary. Elysia, however, remained unaware. She reached out, her fingers grazing my shoulder, her eyes filled with pure concern and worry— But I snapped, “Don’t touch me!” The words ripped from my throat, harsher than I intended. I jerked away from her touch as if burned, my entire body rigid with restraint. Elysia blinked in surprise, confusion flickering acr
Hades,"Master!" Dallas stormed into the room, his face burned and his body tense. He looked around, scanning for threats or disapproval, but his discomfort was obvious. At the low table, Ruby had been occupied with her crayons, coloring something with deep focus. At his sudden entrance, she froze mid-stroke. Her wide, bright eyes landed on him, flickering with curiosity for only a brief moment—before twisting into rage. "You evil woman!" Her tiny voice rang out like a battle cry. The air around her crackled, and without warning, a small burst of fire shot from her mouth, aimed directly at Dallas. Dallas barely had time to react. He flinched, stumbling back in surprise and immediately darted behind me for protection. Elysia let out an amused chuckle but moved quickly, wrapping her arms around Ruby and pulling her close. "Calm down, Cupcake," she murmured, pressing a reassuring kiss to the top of her head. "It’s not the bad woman. It’s your brother, Dallas." Ruby blinked
Elysia,The city lights flickered beyond the tall windows, their glow casting elongated shadows across the room. I lay in bed, my body burning with fever, every limb aching from the poison coursing through my veins. The dull roar of the bustling streets below felt distant, almost like a memory I couldn’t quite grasp. Beside me, Ruby slept peacefully, her tiny chest rising and falling in steady rhythm. It was astonishing how much power she wielded. To have taken down a female beta wolf without a single scratch was something even seasoned warriors couldn’t claim. And the teleportation—swift and precise—was proof of her immense strength. I should have expected nothing less, but even so, her abilities left me in awe. Yet, despite all that had happened, a nagging question remained in my mind. How had they found us? Hades had been tending to that woman since earlier. I had never seen her before, nor did I care to know her, but she was clearly of some importance. I could only assume sh
I ran as fast as my small legs could carry me, the weight of my mission clear in my mind. The woman had hurt my Mommy. She was so strong, so terrifying, yet now, she would face me, Ruby—the little dragon who would protect my mother at any cost. Mommy… She was in danger, but I was going to save her. "Mommy!" I called out. I burst into the room, my eyes frantically searching for her. And then, there she was. Mommy’s eyes fluttered open as soon as I entered, her gaze filled with emotions I couldn’t quite read at first. But there was something warm, something deep in her eyes that made the world feel right again, something that softened the ache in my heart. “Ruby!” she whispered, her voice weak, but full of love. “My star…” Her arms reached out toward me, trembling, but they were still strong, still loving, even though she was in pain. I rushed to her, my little body colliding with hers as I wrapped my arms around her, pressing my face against her chest. “Mommy! Are you okay? A
Ruby,I followed the scent, my tiny steps quick and purposeful. It was faint, but unmistakable—the lingering trace of the woman who had dared to hurt my Mommy. My tiny fists clenched, my heart pounding with fury. I would find her. I would make her pay.The night was still, the usual sounds of nature silent as if the world itself was holding its breath. But not me. I was too angry, too determined to be still.As I ran, my feet barely touching the ground, my mind was clear. No distractions. No thoughts except the image of my Mommy, weak and helpless and covered with blood. It burned in my chest.The scent led me further into the forest, and after what felt like an eternity, I caught sight of her. The woman was walking slowly, unaware of the danger behind her. She was in her human body. Perfect for me.I crouched low, just out of sight, my heart pounding in anticipation. She was mine.Stealthily, I approached, moving swiftly through the trees. I didn’t need to be silent. I didn’t need to
Dallas, The earliest memory I had was standing on the riverbank, watching my siblings transform into fish. Their bodies shimmered under the morning sun as they disappeared beneath the surface, their movements seamless, as if they belonged to the water itself. I didn’t know how to do it. My sister, whose face I could no longer recall, grabbed my arm. Her touch was firm, her voice insistent. "Concentrate," she urged. "Think of yourself as a fish." I tried. I truly did. But all I remembered was the overwhelming rush of water engulfing me. I was swept away, tumbling, drowning, falling into something unknown. When I woke up, I was no longer myself. I didn’t recognize my form. My body felt foreign, my limbs unfamiliar. I couldn't remember what I had been before. I only knew one thing—I could change. Into anything. Into anyone. That was how my life began. Then, I met her. She kept me in a vast room, a library filled with endless books. Shelves stretched high, packed with stori