AVA'S POV "You sent for me, Alpha?"I looked up from the file Riley gave me last night, eyeing the cunning old man who currently stood in front of the court hall. What was left was the legislature who sat at the right side of the hall and to the left were the few people who liked to sit in on court hearings. "Yes, Mr. Junil," I answered curtly, opening the page of the file I needed. "You're the finance administrator of the pack, yes?""Yes, Alpha," he bowed, the feigned reverence and humility nearly making me scoff. "For three generations my family has served this pack whole heartedly without fail and when I die, my son shall take over from me."My brows twitched. We'll see about that. "Indeed he shall. I've been studying the pack's revenue and expenditure and I have to say, I'm quite confused about a few things. Do you mind explaining them to me?"He glanced at the file in my hand, a wary look in his eyes. "It would be my honour to, Alpha.""Excellent," I adjusted my glasses, starin
CIARA'S POVA strange song filled my ears. The world around me was illuminated in a plethora of colours. I searched around and discovered that I was in a meadow. There were different shades of flowers I never even knew existed. I could feel the breeze caressing my skin. The air was clear and clean. It was full of life. The water nearby resounded in my ears. From a single drop, to a trickle to a roar. The crashing of waves confused me. The vast sea of flowers seemed to be pulsing in a synchronized display of light. The aurora phenomena danced across the sky and that was when I heard it.Laughter.'Who's there?' I called out, tentatively and very cautious.I froze when I heard a loud growl that silenced the voice of the waves. My heart shook and the ground underneath me quaked. The raw power in that growl startled me and made my feet glued to the ground. I didn't turn around for fear of seeing what produced that sound. A huge creature jumped over my head. Landing on its hind legs, it t
NOAH'S POVThe waterfall was an interesting thing about this place and I could not get enough of it. I sighed as I sat on a rock, watching the downpour and gathering my thoughts.It had been a rough and overwhelming couple of days for me. The attack by the humans, Ciara being shot, her long-lost brother Alex saving us, finding out the truth about my father and what led to the Gold-Bay pack massacre, the secret cave where lycans and werewolves could freely be themselves.All these was making me have a huge sensory overload.Not to mention the fact that Alex hated my guts. I was used to the feeling of being the most powerful person in the room, because of my Alpha status and werewolf powers, but it was nothing compared to that of Alex. He made me feel small and didn'
NOAH'S POVI had to control my rage. Claws and fangs could never have piercedas deeply as Ava's betrayal. As we slowly made our way into the dark forest, Ciara's hold on my arm helped to ground me. My friendsand pack thought me dead. That cunning she-wolf, Ava, had taken over as Alpha. My blood raced with rage, but I refrained from letting it win. Recovering my packwas more important than seeking revenge.Ciara soothed, "Easy, Noah," her voice a calming melody amidst the chaos in my head.I nodded, appreciating her soothing presence. "We must approach this with wisdom," I saidquietly. "Ava won't give up her authority without a fight."Ciara's half-brother Alex looked at me, worry written all over his face.
AVA'S POVThe feeling of power was amazing. They shuddered at every step I took as the new Alpha; it was an incredible feeling I could not get enough of. A feeling that could only be described as bliss! The terror was evident in their eyes, and that motivated me. As I made my way around the pack in my new role as Alpha, I was overcome with happiness. When they saw me, everyone took cover or shook with terror, and I loved it immersely. Riley was at my side, his allegiance undeniable. He was more than just a pack member; he was my partner, my lover, and I made him my Beta in recognition of his loyalty.I enjoyed my newfound control as we strolled. The pack members bent their heads, acknowledging my superiority with their compliance. I would stop at nothing to protect that wonderful feeling.I passed by an Omega mother and her child and the child began to cry. I smiled. I even scared the kids.I stopped just then and looked around my pack. I laughed out loud.“This is all mine.” I said
GAD'S POV My footsteps grew heavier as I made my way into the dark forests. It seemed like a burden, the assignment Ava had given me. I was unable to get rid of the concern for my family's safety that was eating away at me. But how could I fool Alpha Noah, the same leader I was supposed to be loyal to and respected?Ava had terrorized my family, saying that my compliance was necessary for their safety. My heart felt like it was being squeezed by fear. Following her instructions was the only way out, even if it meant betraying Alpha Noah. When I finally located Alpha Noah, I hoped against hope that there might be some way to say sorry to him for his kindness towards me before I delivered the hard blow.My thoughts swirled in circles as I walked on. But when I observed the young Omega trotting beside me, my thoughts came to an abrupt stop. His eyes glinted with an odd combination of fear and ambition, and his young face revealed an odd combination of deceit and innocence.The Omega sai
AVA'S POV I walked down the hall supervising the coronation ceremony preparations. My senses were teased by the aroma of freshly cut flowers blending with the food that was arranged on the tables. My council, made up of devoted members from my former dwelling in the forest, scuttled about making sure everything was in its proper place. I was very happy with the job that they had done and nodded appreciatively at the brightly colored decorations on the walls and tables. I wandered down the hall, looking at every little spot that was decked out. The room was alive with rich hues and elaborate patterns. Rich fabrics covered the tables, crimson and gold flowers were carefully arranged on each setting. A cozy and welcoming glow was created by strings of sparkling lights entwined with the foliage. It was a sophisticated and elegant symphony.I took in the meticulous attention to detail, the well thought out planning that had gone into the arrangements as I looked around the room. The wal
NOAH'S POV The moment I stepped onto the pack house grounds, a crippling sense of helplessness overcame me. It had been a month since the last time I was here, and the sight that awaited me was so strange, yet familiar and unsettling at the same time.The lively and usually a hive of activity pack grounds were strangely quiet. There were none of the customary sounds of playfulness and laughter that characterized the space. The dense foliage appeared to be muted, mirroring the mellow mood—a sharp contrast to the cheerful energy that was typically widespread.My legs buckled as I ventured farther onto the property, and I fell to the ground. I was severely hit by the loss of my Alpha strength, which left me worn out and unable to breathe.With a mixture of worry and fear on their faces, my mate Ciara and her brother Alex hurried to my side."NOAH!" Panic tainted Ciara's voice as she ran to where I was, her voice cutting through the cloudiness. Alex trailed behind, his expression filled
The priestess Zara spoke in ancient tongues while chanting in a little clearing far into the forest, her voice resonating over the foliage. Standing next to her, Ciara's heart was heaving under the weight of what lay ahead.Her hands lifted to the sky, "By the ancient powers of the forest, we beseech thee," she said.With breath caught in her throat, Ciara observed the enchanted circle that Zara's words created around them. Even though she understood what needed to be done, the concept made her shudder."Ciara, Noah needs you," Zara whispered gently, knowing in her eyes. "As you are his mate, you are the only one who can give him what he needs to survive."Ciara reached out to Noah, who was quiet and pale on the ground, nodding, her hands trembling.
CIARA'S POVThe last few days had seen a further worsening of Noah's condition. His motions were slow and strained, his formerly bright eyes now dull with suffering. With a troubled heart, I watched him from the doorway. It hurt me to see him struggle because I was his partner. The idea of losing him was unbearable to me, especially at this point when his stability was vital to our pack."Hey, Ciara," was Noah's feeble greeting upon my entrance into the room. His voice was barely a whisper, and it made me feel pain."How are you feeling today, Noah?" I questioned, trying not to let my dread get the better of me.Noah forced a meek grin, but the pain was evident in his eyes. "Just another day, I guess," he replied, his voice strained.
CIARA'S POVAs Noah's recovery progressed, I was thrown into a leadership role that I had not anticipated taking on so quickly as our pack's future Luna. It was a difficult chore that I had not expected, but I had to respond when duty beckoned. Standing before our pack, prepared to allay their fears and lead us toward stability, were my beloved brother Alex and the courageous rebel leader, Nathan, who stood by my side throughout those tumultuous days.As I rallied the group in the center of our domain, I spoke to them with a sorrowful yet resolute attitude. "My fellow pack members”, I started, thanking everyone for attending, my voice firm despite the nerves gnawing at me, facing our pack members who were assembled in the meeting chamber, their faces eager to please. "For all of us, these past few months have been turbulent. We are currently navigating a
UNKNOWN POVHeart thumping in her chest, Ava stood at the edge of the forest. The air was thick with tension, like a storm building on the horizon, and she could feel it. A couple of her faithful soldiers stood beside her, their faces stern and gloomy.With a low, frantic voice, one of them added, "We have to do this, Ava."Ava nodded, her jaw clenched in resolve. She was aware of the stakes. Tension between their packs had been growing ever since she had assumed leadership in Noah's absence as Alpha. And now it had reached a tipping point.She showed no signs of fear as she faced Noah and his soldiers directly. Ava wasn't ready, but she pretended to be, and it felt like everyone had something against her.Ava snarled, "Oh my goodness, see who decided to show up," as Noah's pack appeared out of t
AVA'S POV*FLASHBACK*It has been unsettling recently. Something in the air was causing my skin to stand crawl. Perhaps it was just the excitement of the upcoming full moon, or perhaps there was something worse hiding in the shadows.Among the pack, I had heard murmurs and quiet talks that ended when I got close. It felt like they were planning something behind my back that they would prefer me to be unaware of."Are you alright, Ava?" Marcus asked, a hint of worry in his voice.I responded, attempting to sound assured, "I'm fine." On the inside, though, I was far from okay. It seemed like trouble was building, and I couldn't get rid of it.I had called a meeting of the coun
NATHAN’S POVI was restless, I couldn't believe what I was hearing. One of our spies learned the truth from Riley, who was previously Ava's closest confidant but was now imprisoned in the packhouse for treason. That spy happened to be Steven, one of our most trusted loyalist to the cause. My heart was thumping with anxiety and shock as Steven was telling me the news.I paced in our makeshift headquarters, a room in James's house. The air was heavy with tension. Jude, along with all of us in the rebellion, had been studying Ava for any vulnerability. We had to figure out how to overthrow her and set the pack free from her oppression.Our biggest chance for information had been Riley, who had formerly worked with Ava before. He used to be her Beta, her former lover, but she betrayed him by saying he was a traito
AVA'S POVI summoned a meeting of the general council. Riley's punishment was over, but there were more urgent concerns to attend to. It was necessary to find Justina and the other traitors. The authority I wielded as Alpha of my pack hinged on it."Among us, there is a traitor," I declared with a forceful voice. "Justina has sided with people that want to bring us down. We must discover her and the other people who have turned against us."“I’m glad you're finally making a move on her,” said Leo.The others gave a nod."We have to take action against her betrayal," I said. "We will search every corner of our territory until we find her and those who conspired with her.”
NATHAN'S POVI smiled as I recounted the day's events while I lay in bed that evening. Though we had made headway, our top priority was releasing Noah, Ciara, and Alex. As I was preparing to retire for the night, I heard footsteps approaching my room. Jude, accustomed to a life of vigilance, would rather spend the night outside, so I was the only one in the room. The scent floated towards me. It was Grace.As soon as she knocked and entered, I shot out of bed. "Can I sleep here, Nathan? I'm scared," she said.After a brief pause, staring at her with shock, I firmly said, "No, Grace. It's not a place to sleep."She began pressuring me, "But please, I don't want to be alone.""You know the rules," I said, shaking my head. &ldqu
Steven's POVI never imagined that I would find such important information. Usually, being a servant means remaining unseen, but on that particular day, fate had different ideas.It was simply another typical morning at the packhouse. A sense of tension pervaded the room as I stepped inside in the low light. With solemn expressions on their faces, Ava and the council members sat around the enormous oak table. As a servant, I knew better than to interfere, yet I had to be there."Ava, we need more supplies for ourselves. Or did you bring us to this pack to suffer?," a very authoritative voice challenged from one of the council members.Ava narrowed her gaze.Everyone wanted to express their ideas at the same moment, thus there