With hurried steps, I distanced myself from the location, aware that there was much to be planned. I stopped at the top of a hill with a clear view of the city of witches, sitting down as I heard footsteps approaching.“Initiate the infiltration into the Crescent Moon pack, observe them closely, learn about their routines, and find out where the apprentices are being held as hostages!” I growled at the approaching Beta.“Consider it done, my Alpha,” Oliver replied courteously, remaining still and watching me.Impatient, I continued to gaze at the imposing magical city before finally addressing the Beta.“Ask your question already!” I impatiently growled, keeping my gaze on the city.“Will the Lord not accompany us?” the Beta whispered, concerned. “We know their Alpha remains on high alert at all times.”“Oliver,” I called him by name, making him tremble. My voice sounded threatening. “Your cowardice disgusts me!”I stood up and began to walk.“Forgive me, my King!” the Beta lowered hi
I burst into laughter, pausing to gaze at her in a predatory manner.“The darkness isn't satisfied with just that; it desires to claim everything and everyone!” I growled furiously. “I'm not a fool, witch!”“Not this time!” The woman moved, looking at me seriously. “We can seal the deal with a pact.”“My answer is no!” I snarled, advancing towards the witch, who raised a dark magical shield around herself for protection.“Your refusal will result in the fury of the shadows against your pack, your cub, and you!” She shouted impatiently. “Are you willing to risk them for a hybrid?”I paced back and forth, trying to find a gap in her defense to sink my claws into her decaying flesh.“I've lived with the darkness's fury for ages; no one will touch what's mine. The hybrid is my Luna, and I will protect her!” I smiled, finding the opening, leaping over the shield, and stopping behind the dark witch. Before I could reach her, she began to vanish into a dark smoke.“Remember your choice today
“Great!” The Alpha sensually brushed his lips against mine, feeling the warmth of his touch course through my rain-soaked body. He ran his nails along my arm, causing my hair to stand on end.“Why did you call me?” I whispered, still close to his lips.“I will depart for the war against the Crescent Moon tomorrow. I want you to take care of yourself. I received a visit from the dark witch...” He stopped when he noticed the fear reflected in my eyes. “She won't reach you here, Sophie. I've taken measures to ensure that.”“How?” I stammered, frightened. “What if she finds me when you're far away?”“That's why you're becoming stronger, foolish human!” Growling, he pulled my body closer to his. “You'll be able to repel her. Summon me when you feel danger, and I'll come to your protection.”“I hope it's in time before she drains me, or she'll find me on the ground in pieces.” I laughed morbidly.“You should have more confidence in yourself, human!” The Alpha said as he pulled me and made m
I didn't notice the time passing, but Harvey urgently awakened me, insisting that I return to the city of witches. Before leaving, I approached him while he was still undressed and gently caressed his face.“Be careful,” I said seriously, locking my eyes with his. “Don't let your beast overpower you. If possible, have compassion for the innocents in that pack. Lead them like a true leader, and don't become the monster that so many believe you to be.”To my surprise, the Alpha held my hand, bringing it gently to his lips. His smile transformed into something dark and dangerous.“I am a monster, a foolish human,” he said, his voice sounding threatening. “I am a beast that takes pleasure in hunting, and I don't believe there are innocents under the crescent moon.”I resisted, pulling my hand away, but he held it firmly.“You mentioned there were pregnant women there, and I know there are pups. They are innocent!” I retorted, determined.“Sophie,” he whispered, raising his gaze to mine wi
With an ironic smile, I stared at him.“ So, I'm still cursed, aren't I?” I teased, causing him to furrow his brow.“ I can assure you that training with me is more fun than with the old witch. Consider yourself lucky, hybrid!” Denver shrugged and stepped away. “ Follow me.”“ Yes, dear annoying master.” I taunted, laughing.“ You really are annoying!” He chuckled.We proceeded to a different garden, which looked like a labyrinth and was a bit sinister for my taste. Denver led me to the center, where the ground was covered with strange symbols connected by circles.“ Are we about to perform some kind of ritual?” I swallowed hard, staring at the symbols intently.“ Of course, and you'll be the offering!” Denver replied with a mischievous look.“ Well, apparently, I belong to the shadows, so…” I joked, making him relax. It was better to have him as a friend than an enemy, after all, my list of enemies was already too long.“ I'm an expert in out-of-body spells. I'm going to teach you h
“I'm begging you, my sister, do not go down this path. You will regret it and bring darkness upon all of us!” The woman tried to grab my mother's arm, but Philippa cast a spell in her direction, causing her to collide with the nearby wall where I stood.“How?” I heard the woman, now on the ground, cry. “How can you choose a wolf over your family? Your roots?”“You don't understand, Lilith. You've always loved magic more than yourself. You've always been devoted to the ancestral witches, even without as much talent!” Philippa shouted.My mother seemed stern and relentless.“Philippa, I swear, if you continue down this path, I will stop you!” The woman got up from the ground, chanting spells and casting them towards my mother. However, my mother effortlessly dodged them and bound her with a magical rope.“My dear sister, you'll need much more power than that to stop me.” Laughing, Philippa tossed Lilith out of the house.“Mom!” I exclaimed in astonishment.The powerful witch looked arou
POV: HARVEYWe crouched near the first defenses of the Crescent Moon pack. Alpha Harry was notoriously distrustful, even of his own pack. His main defenses were oriented towards the entrance, while the pack occupied the center. However, his personal refuge, a small castle that could be described as egocentric, was situated deeper. After passing through two layers of defenses, we found the town, and then more of his trusted soldiers stretched around.“It's a lunatic!” Beta Oliver growled.“A coward!” I corrected my beta. At that moment, I heard Sophie's voice, filled with sadness and fear. I raised my snout high, closing my eyes to sniff the air, trying to absorb her emotions.“Are you okay, my king?” Oliver asked, sniffing the surroundings for any signs of danger.I opened my predatory eyes, feeling anger coursing through my veins. My inner beast longed to take control and dive into chaos.“For the sake of Elara and her witches, it's better be!” I growled impatiently. “Let's get on wi
Wolves, along with their pups, ran in desperation as the beast approached ruthlessly, knocking down everything in its path, I thought as I watched them. To it, the innocence of the creatures before it didn't matter; they were all prey ready to be hunted. The wolves, attempting to protect their families and their pack, were taken down one by one, their lives brutally taken.“Perhaps the beast desired just that,” I pondered, “wanted me to witness everything that was happening to reinforce who was in control, reminding me that I belonged to it. This filled me with rage.”The creature stopped in front of a house, where several pregnant females with helpless pups sought refuge. It chuckled maliciously, I noted, and as it opened the door, I saw the females in a defensive stance, trying to protect their young. When the beast raised its claws to attack, I heard Sophie's voice echoing in my mind:“PROTECT THEM!” Her voice reverberated, freezing the beast in place. “I BEG YOU, MY ALPHA, DO NOT