The once familiar face contorted with uncontrollable anger, distorted by the primal instincts of her wolf form. She lunged forward, her razor-sharp teeth bared in a menacing display of aggression.Unbeknownst to Kendall, she faced a transformed Lya, one who had tapped into the depths of her newfound power. The past Lya, weak and unawakened, had long been left behind, replaced by Lyssa, a force to be reckoned with. "Lyssa, are you ready?" I asked Lyssa in my head, "It's game time."With a surge of determination, I unleashed my true form, my body morphing into a majestic wolf. The seamless transition showcased my strength and agility, as I harnessed the power that had lain dormant within me. As Kendall's wolf teeth sought their mark, my instincts kicked in, enabling me to swiftly evade the incoming attack.Seeing my wolf form, Kendall was so shocked that she even forgot to continue her attack.The exchange between Kendall and me, now in our formidable wolf forms, epitomized the battl
Lya's POVAs the sun dipped below the horizon, casting its golden rays upon the wolf tournament grounds, a surge of adrenaline coursed through my veins. The crowd's anticipation echoed in my ears, their cheers igniting a fire within me. Center stage, I stood poised, my crimson fur shimmering under the moon's gentle embrace.Before me stood a formidable opponent, a male wolf known for his strength and agility. The air crackled with tension, a silent understanding that only one of us would emerge victorious. The referee's signal pierced the night, and without hesitation, we lunged into battle.In an instant, he launched himself towards me, his jaws snapping with primal hunger. Instincts took over, and I swiftly evaded his attack, my lithe form flowing effortlessly. I countered with calculated precision, striking at his weaknesses, determined to gain the upper hand.Our dance of dominance unfolded, a symphony of speed and strategy. His ferocity was unmatched, his raw power evident in
Lya's POVThe residual toxins from the snake venom made my brain less clear and I had some trouble telling if I was dreaming or not.Miguel's hand was on my breast and his other hand was restlessly reaching into my shirt and stroking my waist, his hand was hot and the heat emanating from it as it passed over my skin almost set me on fire.His tongue stirred in my mouth, seducing my tongue to tangle with his, and I felt my brain grow even foggier as the strong scent of hormones enveloped me, making me stifle small moans.I heard Miguel whisper a soft laugh as he took advantage of the gap between his lips and teeth to ask me, "Lya, you are enjoying this too aren't you?"Caught in the intoxicating whirlwind of sensations, my senses heightened, and I found myself incapable of forming a coherent response. The energy within me became singularly focused on the exquisite symphony created by his tender lips and skilled hands, rendering me unable to divert any attention elsewhere. With each ca
"Was I reckless? If so, I apologize, I just could not control myself.""That's enough, Miguel!" again I interrupted him, my voice firm, "Nothing happened to us. Now I am leaving.""But that clearly happened. Everything just now was real."I did not know why, but I actually saw a hint of pleading in Miguel' eyes. He seemed to need me to affirm him, and he wanted to hear me tell him that I did indulge in that kiss just now."What did you take me for?" I resisted the urge to comfort Miguel and forced myself to think about the brunette who had walked out of his room, "You are the one who rejected me as your mate yourself, and you are the one who called me Miss Liar, and now you want to make up for all your mistakes with two kisses? Do I look that cheap?""I did not ..." Miguel looked at me intently, as if he could not understand why I would say that, "I did not mean it that way.""That's what you mean." I pushed away Miguel who was trying to hug me, "Otherwise you would not be so flirty w
I stood with a mix of anticipation and apprehension in the opulent foyer of our pack's main estate, the marble floor cool and smooth beneath my feet. The expansive space was adorned with intricate tapestries that depicted the rich history of our lineage, their vibrant colors mirroring the depth of our traditions. The walls, adorned with ancestral portraits, whispered stories of past Alphas and the legacy they had built.Shafts of sunlight streamed through the stained glass windows, casting ethereal patterns on the floor, as if illuminating the path that lay before me. The air held a sense of solemnity, carrying the weight of generations of Alphas who had stood in this very spot, preparing to shoulder the immense responsibilities of leading our pack.Every corner of the foyer exuded grandeur, from the intricately carved wooden banisters that framed the sweeping staircase to the chandeliers that hung from the ceiling, their crystalline brilliance scattering fragments of light across th
The weight of my responsibilities as the future Alpha pressed heavily on my shoulders, threatening to crush me under its immense burden. Every decision I made carried consequences not just for myself, but for the entire pack. And now, faced with the choice between duty and love, my heart felt torn in two.Diana, the woman chosen by my father to be my partner, had all the qualities expected of a Luna. She possessed beauty, grace, and a strong connection to the pack. On paper, she seemed like the perfect match, someone who could complement my position as Alpha and ensure the stability and prosperity of our pack.But as I looked at her, my mind couldn't help but wander back to Lya—the girl who had captured my heart and ignited a flame within me that burned brighter than any duty or obligation. Memories of our stolen moments and shared dreams flooded my thoughts, reminding me of the depth of our connection.I couldn't deny the chemistry and love that existed between Lya and me. She under
I walked down the dimly lit corridor, the soft glow of candlelight casting flickering shadows along the walls. Each step felt like an eternity as I approached Diana's chambers, the weight of my decision pressing heavily upon my shoulders. The scent of lavender lingered in the air, a delicate fragrance that seemed to heighten my senses, amplifying the significance of the impending conversation.As I reached the ornately carved wooden door, my hand trembled with a mixture of anticipation and anxiety. I could feel the weight of the moment, knowing that this conversation would change the course of our lives forever. The polished surface of the door felt cool against my fingertips as I hesitated for a brief moment, my mind filled with doubts and second thoughts.Summoning every ounce of resolve within me, I took a deep breath, allowing the air to fill my lungs and steady my racing heart. With a determined exhale, I raised my hand and gently rapped my knuckles against the polished surface
“There is no escape. You promised you'd come with me and we both know you need to get out more. said Phoebe, Diana's best friend, her eyes following along as they passed. “You've barely been out since Drew died. Even with your current appearance, you will attract someone's attention. She flashed Diana a sympathetic smile. “Although I appreciate your effort not to overwhelm me with your beauty. I got the feeling it was more to hide than to help me in any way.Phoebe stifled a laugh at Diana's sad expression.Despite having agreed to accompany her friend to the club, she had cast a strong spell of repression over her appearance so that she would stand out from the crowd very much. She doesn't need a ruckus in her direction on her first night out.The magic dulled his gleaming golden blond hair to a dull blond and his natural skin to a dark tan.Features that normally made her heart stop are now roughened under the weight of magic changing her normally handsome features into a pleasant f
AlloraJosh let Caleb drive back to the farm while he laughed in the backseat with me. He didn't seem able to let me go, which suited me just fine. Our lips met in a long, lustful kiss. I devoured him, the relief of still being alive and having him alive coursing through my veins. Adrenaline made me dizzy, and his tongue against mine felt like the most amazing thing in the world.“I was serious before,” Josh murmured against my lips. His arms tightened around me. “I love you, Allora.“I know you do. That scared me.- I understand.“But it doesn't scare anymore. I put my arms around him, losing myself in his kind green eyes. “Being kidnapped by Derek… showed me something, something I should have learned from Dad and Ben. Life can end in a moment, and all we have is what we are given. I don't want to waste a single moment of the life I've been given fearing to know what it might be or what might happen. I want to embrace all my feelings, all my dreams, even the scary ones.Especially th
josh“Her car is gone,” Caleb said, pointing to the empty spot where his Mini was parked.- Yes. She quickly fled after my little revelation."Any idea where she might have gone?"I made my brain work. Would Allora have gone deeper into the forest?No. I remembered what she had said about her previous boyfriend, how he had an accident and died in the woods. If she was upset, she wouldn't stay here among the trees and the memories. She would go back to town, find someone to talk to, maybe that guy she visited the other day."She's at DownMoor," I said. “She had a friend there, Derek. I bet she went to see him.- Let's go. Caleb opened the door to my truck and got in. - Keys?— Why are you driving?“Because you're too upset to think straight. And you are a shitty driver.“I can just feel that love, cousin,” I growled, but there was no time to argue. I climbed into the passenger seat and tossed him the keys.Caleb started the engine and we took off down the road. Behind us, Ruth came run
josh— The Anna! I yelled after the Mini started. She didn't look up, didn't stop the car. The Mini's wheels screeched as it sped around the corner, the tiny car carrying the only woman I've ever loved.My chest hurt. My entire body shuddered. I felt like I had been hit by a truck. She's gone. She's gone. The shock of it shivered through my veins.“Josh? Frances's voice cut through the pain slicing through my skull. I was vaguely aware that I was standing in the middle of the camp, stark naked. But I couldn't care. I ran my hand over my lip.I could still taste the sweetness of her kiss there.Allora left me. I told her I loved her and she left. Cum!Anger surged through me, an anger that purred from my feet to my entire body, a bubbling heat that burned me inside and out. Fuck her. Just a few minutes ago, she'd been telling Caleb these things, and now she's just walked away.My eyes burned with tears. I blinked angrily. I haven't experienced this feeling for a long time, since I was
- Boys! Allora jumped between us. I stopped, pulling my wolf back just as he threatened to explode. - Stop it. Caleb, Josh couldn't have destroyed the paintings. He was with me at the time. We were in town.- It saw? “I looked at Caleb.“But, Josh, I don't think Caleb did it either,” Allora spoke directly to me. “It doesn't make any sense. His whole purpose here is to establish his own pack. How can he do that when he destroys the only evidence of his claim to this place? Or when he has cops swarming all over the woods?"Well then, who else did this?" I demanded.“It was the other wolf,” Caleb whispered. “The black wolf.“I thought we established that the black wolf couldn't exist."No," Caleb snapped. “You established that because you're too desperate to believe I'm the culprit here. I know the black wolf exists because I've seen it with my own eyes. His scent is all over the cave."You mean your smell."“I don't need to hear that shit. Caleb fell forward and, with a snap, the spine
Allora's lips found mine, her tongue slipping between my teeth. My hands cupped her face, pulling her closer. My body ached for her, wanting to be as close as possible, right now.I reached out to unbutton my shirt, but Allora held it."Let me do this," she whispered. "You've already ruined two of my favorite shirts."I was going to protest, but she started undoing the buttons, starting at the neck and working her way down. She looked a little nervous, like a schoolgirl in the backseat of a car for the first time. It only heightened my desire as she unfastened the last button and opened her blouse.Her breasts were cupped inside a black bra. I reached behind her and released him, sliding the blouse off my shoulders. I cupped one of her breasts in my hands, loving how perky and firm it was. She gasped as I closed my mouth around the nipple and sucked gently, her nails digging into my back.As I suckled on her other breast, Allora fumbled with my buttons. I took my shirt off my shoulder
“This is Allora SanDiir,” Josh said, his hand resting protectively on my back. “She's working on the dig. She's one of the archaeologists.“Allora SanDiir? The officer frowned even more. "Then you too will need to testify." Your name appeared in our questions.- He appeared?“The victim was a reporter for the Daily Post. Her name was…' He consulted the clipboard. “Misty Sharpe. It looks like she was leaving the archaeological site to conduct more research. She stopped here, parked the car and walked a few meters before someone attacked her and ripped her throat out.My head spun. Was Misty dead? I spoke to her yesterday. Your ridiculous article was on the Internet this morning. How could she be dead? And who would have done such a thing? Rip out her throat, like a wild animal...The cop gave me a pointed look.“She was coming here to talk to you, Miss SanDiir. Apparently, there was an article about you published this morning, and Misty was hoping for a follow-up. Sounds like you're…”
“Shit. Josh crossed the room and scooped me up in his arms. - This is hard. I'm sorry, Allora. How old were you?- Eighteen. “I rested my head on his shoulder. - Everything is fine. It's old news now. I don't want to bother you by talking about it...“You don't bother me,” Josh murmured against my hair. "I think you're an inspiration." I'm still learning to live with this grief. But seeing what you did after losing not only your father, but also a boyfriend… you are much braver than me.- I doubt.Josh's words and the warmth of his arms brought a rush of emotion. A lump rose in my throat.- I'm sorry. I didn't mean to upset her. I… admire you, Allora. And not just because you're hot. And now I understand why you are so picky about security. You know firsthand what can happen when things go wrong.I sniffed.— The pasta is boiling.- Right. Josh pulled back, his gentle eyes searching mine. But I didn't want to break down at that moment. I wanted to keep floating in post-coital bliss. S
“I decide that. Before I go any further, I want to know exactly what I am to you.“Werewolves retain many of the primitive animal instincts of their wolf half. One of those instincts is to create and continue the genetic line, passing our wolf genes on to the next generation. Wolf genes are passed down the male line, but only females with certain genes can give birth to a werewolf.- That makes sense. Clara didn't tell me that.“We are guided to these females by scent. A potential mate gives off a very distinct odor. They are very rare, and it is not unheard of for a wolf to go a lifetime without finding a mate, especially when the genes are recessive and can disappear from a bloodline. Wolves believe there is only one mate for them in the world, and that mate is drawn to them as much as they are drawn to her. Josh's eyes met mine. “That's why we both ended up here. It's fate, the universe, as you call it, trying to bring us together."But we didn't know each other!" I didn't even kno
I was just starting to gain control of my life after Dad and Ben. I wouldn't let anyone take that away from me. Not even Josh. Not even if I secretly, deep down, desperately wanted to be his mate.I tried to force Josh out of my mind. I traded her pretty face for Ruth's smile. I drove back to DownMoor village, drumming my fingers on the steering wheel and imagining the look on his face when he revealed that the paintings weren't Neolithic.As soon as I emerged from the forest canopy and my phone rang to let me know I had reception again, I stopped and texted Derek. He texted back right away, inviting me to come over.For the first time, the weather was worse in DownMoor village than in the forest. The rain fell in cascades. There was hardly anyone on the road, and the main street was mostly deserted, many shops closed for the day. I pulled into a parking lot across from Derek's apartment, pulled my hood over my head, and hurried to the door.— Allora! He hugged me, his muscles tense.