Aria’s POVNixon was right, Adrian was the happiness I long deprived myself of.In the four corners of my room, I had always imagined this moment: me walking hand in hand with the person I was supposed to spend the rest of my life with and dreaming about our future together. I almost gave up this dream when Adrian rejected me two years ago.But now, that day finally came true.The palm of his hand was surprisingly warm. While it was hard and firm, it was still something I was willing to hold forever. My heart continued to race like a stallion as I look at his broadened back. He was walking a few steps ahead of me so I was oblivious to the emotions written on his face. It wasn’t long before we saw the entrance of the pack house. Whatever happened in Nixon’s cabin was way out of the plan. Fear took over my whole being as the reality of the whole situation struck me. I shuddered, worrying about how Moon Valley would react to the impending revelation. This made me cease my steps leaving
Aria's POVAfter Adrian’s announcement of our engagement, he immediately called the Moon Valley council for a meeting to discuss some paperwork to make the betrothal official. Meanwhile, I decided to stay at Mom’s house for a moment to spend some time with my daughter. The news about our engagement came to everyone’s shock. Well, Cassie’s reaction was already expected. Meanwhile, Hunter seemed to be more accepting while mom, although already agreed to it, still had some concerns. “Are you sure you want to do this, Aria? Did Adrian or the council pressure you to get married?”I hugged my mother from behind who was currently slicing the sandwich we will eat. I leaned my head to her shoulders. “No, mom. Nobody pressured me to do it. This is what I want.”“But don’t you think it’s a little rushed? You just came back to this pack after living on your own. A lot had changed—”“But not what I felt for Adrian, obviously,” I scoffed. Mom looked me in the eyes. “Let me make things clear, Ar
Aria’s POV Days turned to weeks and weeks turned to months. I couldn’t believe that two months had already passed. Adrian did everything he said he would. Every morning, he was giving me some white flowers to start my day. While we are sleeping in a single room with Aurora, he only slept in the couch. He also didn’t forget to compliment me on everything I do while giving me some freedom to do what I think is best. Even though he was the alpha of this pack, he treated me as an equal and never micromanage my job as the Luna. He was also building a strong relationship with Aurora. Every day, he was dedicating at least an hour to talking and play with her. He also asked me about the things she liked and the thing she didn’t like. Sometimes, he would cook her favorites and would play her favorite games. He was showing me every single day why he deserves the second chance I gave him. And so far, he was on the right track. Right now, we are both preparing for bed. Aurora was having a
Cassie’s POVPurple Castle Bar.If you are ever wondering what it might be like to walk into a saloon or brothel back in the day, this is about as close as you can get. This place has been around for centuries ago. The atmosphere is great and the staffs were friendly. But what I like about this place was not the environment nor the good drinks they offered. Rather, I was more interested in the camaraderie they build up here.All of the wisdom I have in the art of lovemaking, I learned here. The Purple Castle Bar was an old bar that used to be a brothel back in the 18th-17th century. People normally didn’t eat here but instead, they just enjoyed a couple of drinks and enjoyed some company. There is no charge to walk into the place, only if you want to tour the museum upstairs containing the history of the place. They still offered sex services though, but only for specific clients only. I could still remember the first time I visited here. I was around 13 years old, drugged, bruised,
Cassie’s POV“Are you sure you want to do this? There’s still time for you to back out.”It was Lucia. Her eyebrows were pulled up with her eyelids, tensed. Vertical wrinkles appeared between her eyebrows. She was visibly distraught. The clear indication of fear and worry that I could sense from her was making my heart melt. Truly, this girl cared for me and I was happy to know that. “Don’t worry, Lucia. Mama would not let anything bad happen to me,” I exclaimed while holding her hand. She took a slightly-hesitant nod before smiling at me awkwardly. “I wish you well. May you come out safe from this room.” She hugged me one time before proceeding on chaining my hands and feet. I was totally naked and exposed while chained on top of this table. I was in an unfamiliar room, a hidden part under the Purple Castle Bar. The room was covered with thick bricks, probably to seclude the sound from coming out. I could only imagine what type of sounds they were trying to cover and I wasn’t inter
Aria’s POV“Something Shiny, Something Woody, Something Given, Comes with two.”Growing up, I often hear this old, werewolf rhyme whenever a wedding was to happen in our pack. It was a tradition wherein a she-wolf bride-to-be was expected to carry anything that corresponds to the requirements of the rhyme on her wedding day. Doing so would bring good luck to their marriage. While there was nothing wrong with following old traditions, I also didn’t think this was a requirement. Why? Because I believe that the key to a blissful union lies in the hands of the two persons inside the marriage. As the old saying goes, it takes two to tango. If I were to ask, I never dreamt of an extravagant wedding. I didn’t see myself in some highly-embellished gown or wearing expensive pieces of jewelry on my big day. I also didn’t want a wedding with too many guests that I, or should I say we, didn’t have a personal connection with. I would be happy to have a simple ceremony surrounding my family and a
Cassie’s POV “Cassie! You looked…different.” Lucia gazed up at me wide-eyed. She was staring at me from head to toe and wearing a mixture of shock and astonishment on her face. A few days ago, I came here with a broken heart and a shattered soul. But today, I came back beaming with hope and confidence. I couldn’t blame Lucia for reacting this way. She bore witness to probably one of the lowest points in my life. She also sent me to the secret room underneath this bar and probably expected me to come out of it dead. But here I am, walking confidently in her front. “Hello, Lucia.” It must have been too overwhelming for her to see me at my best a few days after that ordeal. Even I was a bit surprised by the turn of events. Just a few days after I gave up my ability to conceive, I was back to my old self. I flipped my wavy, blonde hair flaunting my white, sexy, bodycon dress. The slightly-squared collar was highlighting the form of my perfect breasts. Indeed, I never felt this beauti
Ironheart’s POVThe Ironheart Wolf was a legendary bounty hunter. He was known throughout the continent for hunting down werewolves. From rogues to criminals, you name it! During the Ironheart’s prime, he was able to hunt down every single werewolf that was assigned to him to be found. And the best part, he didn’t ask for any fee. So one may ask about the things that he got from doing an incentive-free job. Well, the answer was easy. Hunting makes him happy. The thrill and adrenaline rush he felt every time he ran after his prey was euphoric for him. The satisfaction he was getting from completing a mission was beyond comprehensible that even a big sum of money could not buy it. But his happy days ended when he was called to rule his father’s pack as his only heir. And that was the biggest mistake he ever did in his life. And that fool was me. “I don’t know who that fuck he is. Try asking another wolf,” I uttered to the man without even looking at him. I started dusting off the dir
Aria’s POV Three years later… “Blow the candles, mommy!” I smiled at my seven-year-old seeing her grin from ear to ear while holding my birthday cake. I pinched her rosy cheeks before taking a deep breath and puffing the candles. Cheers from the background roared. We were inside Alpha Axel and Luna Sheila’s house where I decided to celebrate my 23rd birthday. Aside from them and their equally cute daughter Krissy who was now playing with my daughter, I invited my close friends and family from Moon Valley to celebrate with us. There’s my mom who was busy handing the food to everyone. Meanwhile, Ash and his wife were having their sweet moments on the couch. He touched Thea’s growing bump. Like him, we couldn't wait to see the new addition to our family. Beside them was Beta Nick, who just found her mate, Klea, recently. Ahh…This is life. And yet, something still feels missing. “Have you heard from him?” It was the voice of Luna Sheila that brought me back from spacing out. “N
Aria's POVAs the light drains away, I found myself in the same spot over and over. The sky was like a canvas bearing a mixture of orange, red, and pink on its surface. I held to the bouquet of some white roses tighter. I couldn’t wait to give this to him.Finally, I reached the place. Slowly, I put down a bouquet of flowers on top of the elevated land. A cross was sitting on top of it. I remembered the words of Luna Sheila during the time I was still grieving his death. She said, “The pain of losing someone doesn’t go away. It would give you the same intensity regardless of the years that passed. You will just learn to cope with it.”Yes, I was coping. Under this grave was the memory of the person I lost in a blink of an eye. Tears started streaming down my face as I remembered him. I have always remembered him. Always and forever. A lone tear escaped my eyes. It’s been a year since I lost him. But until now, the pain was still in my heart. My face plastered a bitter smile. “Don’t
Nixon’s POV“Nixon…Nixon…Wake up…”The beautiful voice woke me up. When I opened my eyes, I was welcomed by a lush green valley. The scent of the fresh dew brought by the spring season was mixed with the cold, comforting breeze. I slowly lifted my eyelids and was welcomed by the blue sky doming above me. The sun was nowhere to be found but the whole place was bright and sunny. I got up slowly and scanned the place with my still narrowed eyes. Before I could ask myself where I was, the lovely voice that woke me up from slumber rang in my ears once again.“You are awake, my love. Welcome Elysian Fields,” she stated while plastering the most radiant smile I had seen in my life. The woman had wavy blonde hair and eyes as silvery yellow as the moon. Moreso, she was incredibly beautiful. The maiden was wearing a white knee-length tunic. Her shoulder was armed with a golden bow and arrow. And although her face can surely bewitch every male creature in the land, surprisingly, you will neve
Aria's POVAlpha Axel, and I along with Darkwood warriors, came on time to the Stone Valley where Stonewood Pack was situated. We came here with nothing but courage and faith. For some, this mission was a suicide. To come here with a small army was no match to the force Blade showed us the other night. We would not sugarcoat this reality. We would not be comforted by a lie that we would be able to win this battle by ourselves. We won’t but we would be sure to give them a hell of a fight. For Nixon’s sake. I came here to show Blade my true colors. He will now see that he shouldn't be underestimating someone like me, especially when I am a rare diamond in the rough. I am the only shifter of this land. I was far from the weak shifter he met and almost killed the first time. My life experience taught me greater things about my strength and capabilities. No one came aside from us and that gave me a bitter taste in my mouth. I still couldn’t believe that the people of Moon Valley, whom
Aria’s POV As I was running, tears began in a downpour.Fear was all that could try to embrace me at this moment in time. But when I am reminded of what he has done for me, I pushed the fear at the back of my mind.Nixon is not just anyone. He is my best friend. He was always there to help me out. He didn’t fail to be with me in times of adversaries.I remembered his loyalty and devotion to me and Aurora. He was her father figure.His unconditional love toward us is evident. His sacrifices were made to ensure my safety at all times. He was willing to do everything for me.Now, it was time for me to step up. It's my time to do this for him. To save him as he would always try to do for me. For my sake.I wanted to return that favor no matter what even though I'm unsure of whether I would succeed in helping him. But it didn't matter anymore. I would die trying. I will never give up.If it means I would sacrifice my life to save him, I will do everything to get him back safely."Nixon...
Aria’s POV I was panting. I heard myself begging, pleading. But I couldn't get a hold of my words. They were drowning in the abyss of darkness. Hollowed and dreadful. I knew it was my voice. I sense the familiarity within its timbre and vibration.Inaudible it may seem, but slowly, it could be heard as I guessed about the words.Then, the things around me became clear. I could hear the rustling of the wind brushing against the leaves. The vast unfamiliar road was the first thing I saw. My dress glided with the wind. My hair followed suit.With this endless void, I saw his figure. The familiar figure which I yearned for so much.Nixon.Tears began to flow from my eyes.His back faced me. He was running. Running away from me.Why? Why would he run away from me?Didn't he suffer enough to be away from me? Didn't he wait for this day to come, to finally be with me?Then, why? Why is he running away from me?Frustratingly, I followed him. I ran and ran towards him."No. No, Nixon!" I shou
Aria’s POV It was hard to believe what just happened. In a blink of an eye, the alpha, who was revered for defeating the infamous Death Eater, was now lying on the grounding and feasting in his humiliating defeat. In this continent, everyone knew who Adrian Patterson was. Everyone knew the story of how he triumphed over his tyrannical father. It would forever be engraved in our history. And yet, it was hard to imagine that the same, glorious man who became well-known throughout the continent was defeated just like that. What could possibly go wrong for him to lose in such an important battle like this? “Because he lost you, Aria. You broke our bond with him for the second time. His wolf weakened when you rejected him last night,” Cleo stated inside my head. I bit my lower lip upon hearing that. It made me remember the time when my mother went to the Royal Cave Bar and implored me to go back to Moon Valley to strengthen Adrian’s wolf before his battle with the Death Eater. At t
Adrian’s POV"Do you like my grand entrance?" The man said that it made me almost lose my cool.Simon Walker... How dare he betray me and show himself here? How dare he show his face to the pack he chose to fucking betray?I groaned in so much anger as I looked at him with eyes that were ready to kill. Among the council, he was one of those I trusted! But look at this mutt gathering his weaklings of companions, trying to instigate war!The veins on my neck and my temple were already bulging, and I could feel how my resentment slowly enveloped my heart. Just the sight of this traitor made me livid.“What the hell do you want?” I questioned him, furious.Simon scoffed and smirked before he spoke, “You, Alpha Adrian. I want nothing but to beat your ass and witness how you will lose everything.”My ears twitched the moment I heard that. There was also gasping that was heard around right after. It was an obvious challenge to my throne. Seeing his irking smirk, I knew he wanted to fight an
Adrian's POVThere was an obvious fiasco in the meeting hall where we were gathered at that moment. Together with the councils, Aria was also present. We were currently discussing the aftermaths of Cassie’s schemes to Moon Valley. I could not deny that I was still very uncomfortable with her presence after what happened last night. I wanted to exclude myself from seeing her but this meeting only made me do what I didn’t want. How cruel fate was on me! I was bothered that she sat here with the council as if nothing pivotal happened a few hours ago. I mean, how could she act so naturally in front of everyone when she rejected me, her mate, coldheartedly last night? Groaning silently in my seat, I frowned.However, the more I saw how she was leading and speaking her ideas, the more I realized how deserving she was for the seat of Luna. Our council was right in choosing to believe in her. I could not deny that she was doing a great job. It was as if she was born to lead, a trait that c