I looked at Gamma Benjamin with a frown. He gave me a brief glance before shrugging his shoulders. He noticed Theta Emon was coming our way, so he immediately said,"Forget what I just said."After saying that, he left my side. I stared at his back for a while.His words went beyond my head.I turned around to glance at Adrian, who was not looking at me anymore.Sitting on a stool in the bar, he was sipping a glass of wine.'What are you cooking up in your head, Adrian? There is no way you can think of me without plotting against me,' I reasoned as I looked at him."Stop staring at him. You can't seduce him. He is mine."I recognized a familiar voice. I let out an annoyed sigh. Why did this woman come to me?With a smile, I turned to face her. "Hello, Lynda."Lynda appeared to be stunned by my grin. She was dressed in a hot red dress. Her clothing choice almost made me disgusted.It was a birthday party for children, not a bachelor party where she wore such a short dress.If it were s
Third POV"How long are you going to stare at her? Go and tell her what is on your mind," Beta Patric said to Adrian.Adrian's gaze lingered on Natalia. He saw how she was talking to Lynda. His keen eyes picked up on the way she twisted Lynda's wrist.But for the first time, he did not want to go between the two women. He was curious to know how far Natalia would go.He thought back to the last time she broke Lynda's hand."What is Lynda doing here?" Adrian asked Patric.Asking Delta Julian to come to the bar area, Patric mindlinked with him.As soon as Delta Julian came, Patric said,"You had the guest list. Have you extended an invitation to Lynda?"Adrian looked at Julian to know the answer. Because he did not invite Lynda to this party."No way. In fact, I double-checked the guest list. She was nowhere on that list.""Does that mean she came here without an invitation?" Patric asked.Adrian turned his gaze to Lynda. Then he saw his mother approaching her with some guests. By looki
"Noah, baby, hold the knife with Aria," Natalia said to Noah when she noticed his upset face.Noah listened to his mother and held the knife, and then both of the children cut the cake.At first, they fed the cake to their mother. Adrian stared at them, avoiding looking at Natalia.Seeing that no one was paying attention to her, Lynda lowered her head. She was about to step back when Grace stopped her."Lynda, come here."Lynda walked to the kids with a fake smile on her face."Happy Birthday, babies," she said to the twins.Aria looked frightened. Meanwhile, Noah was glaring at her.Natalia tightened her fists when she saw her twins' reactions.She shot a glare at Adrian.He was the reason her children were acting that way. That woman terrified them to the point where they could not hide their emotions or express them to others.Adrian was not looking at her. She looked away with a sigh of irritation.The party proceeded smoothly. The other Alphas spoke with Natalia and inquired abou
When Max placed the ring in Natalia's hand, everyone around them started clapping.Some of the guests were clapping with concern. They were puzzled. A few days ago, they heard rumors that Alpha Adrian was pursuing Natalia.They were unsure whether the rumors were true or not. They were afraid of offending Adrian if this was true.Max stood up after kissing the back of Natalia's hand.Natalia hugged him with a smile."Thank you for not making me regret my decision," she muttered in a low tone.He wrapped his arms around her and whispered into her ear."I told you, I like you. That was why I wanted you to be with me. I only want you to be happy."They chuckled as they broke the hug.Meanwhile, sitting on a couch in a far distance, a man was piercing his gaze on them.He tightened his grip on the glass he was holding. The pressure he applied to the glass caused it to shatter inside his palm in a matter of seconds."Alpha!"Theta Emon let out a gasp.All the officials turned to Adrian and
All of the officials were stunned. Adrian saw Natalia leaving the party with Max. She did not even bother to glance at him for once."Where are you going?" Beta Patric asked him.Adrian remained silent and reached for the suit jacket he had removed and placed on the couch a while ago.He walked past everyone and made his way to the entrance. His jacket was hiding his wounded hand."Adrian."He stopped his steps and turned around.Lynda approached him and looked at him softly."You didn't even talk to me during the whole party. Are you starting to see me as a stranger?"She continued to move her wrist, which appeared swollen. Adrian's eyes landed on her hand. It reminded him of how Natalia had hurt her."Go to the pack hospital to get your hand treated. I don't think it's a major wound since you can move it."After saying that, he turned around and headed to the entrance once again.Lynda's jaw tightened as she fixed her gaze on his back."Even though he knows that woman hurt me, he is
Adrian's POV'Home?'Adrian thought, and he glanced behind Amanda. The sight of his home caused his eyes to become dark.It had been a very long time since he had entered his home. So many years had passed. That was the home he and Natalia shared once.This place was starting to feel lonely to him after Natalia left. Therefore, he made the decision to never return.However, after so many years, he came here. He desired to experience loneliness once more. But it was not the whole truth. With that loneliness, Natalia's memories were here too."How are you, Amanda?"His question shocked Amanda. He had never asked that to her before. Her expectation was that he would return home, but he never did. She was upset that Natalia had divorced Adrian. She had seen how that girl used to stay here alone in this house without her husband.Sometimes, she slept on the couch in the living room while waiting for Adrian to return. But she always felt her heart was broken.Later, when Adrian took another
Adrian’s POVI stared at the diary for a while. The brown hardcover of the diary caught my attention. It was soft yet hard, and its mesmerizing paint was visible on top of it.I sighed and stood up from the bed. With the diary in my hand, I left the room, glancing around for the last time.When I closed the door behind me, I saw Amanda outside the room."Alpha, Doctor Harold is here to treat you."I frowned at her. "Who told him that I'm here?"She lowered her head in response. I did not need to take time to understand that it was she who informed Harold and asked him to come here to treat my wound."Tell him to come to the study room.""Yes, Alpha."Amanda left to call Harold while I walked in the direction of the study room.I opened the door and found the room clean, indicating that the maids clean this room every day.After shutting the door, I made my way to my chair. After sitting on the chair, I put the diary on the table and moved it aside.After a few minutes, Harold came to
When Max left the study room, I tried to think about what he meant.'She can get any man she wants? Does she want Max? Does she like him? Why? What is in him that makes her want him?'So many questions flowed through my mind. I wanted to ignore them, but they kept roaming in my head.My eyes moved to the desk where I put Natalia's diary.Suddenly, I became very curious to see her handwriting and to know what she wrote inside it.I stood up, went to the desk, and took a seat in my chair behind the desk.I grabbed the diary and opened it.My brows lifted when the first page appeared in my eyes.It was adorned with a photograph from our wedding. There was a small note written underneath it."My married life with the person I love the most."My fingers curled as I read the line again and again. It was just the day we married; how could she write that she had loved me the most?I turned the page and started to read.There were many details about me. She thought of me as her superhero becau
FOUR YEARS LATER ...Under the leadership of Alpha and Luna, the Crystal Pack had grown into a formidable pack. Everyone used to be afraid of Alpha Adrian, but after his Luna joined him, the fear doubled because they were the power couple in the werewolf world."Luna Natalia,"The maids bowed to the stunning woman as she walked glamorously through the corridors. She gave them nods as she passed them.Other Lunas were envious of her, finding it hard to believe a woman could possess such powerful abilities. She was an Alpha female and not only that, she was giant like her mate.It was as if they were both moon children, destined to be together forever.In the past few years, Natalia has experienced every stage of her life with her husband, and time has passed very slowly with each passing year. Her life had completely changed. Her opinions, her way of thinking, her way of talking, her etiquette, and many other things had changed. However, what did not change was her heart. She cared
After the crown ceremony,Natalia glanced at Grace, considering taking Adelia to the bedroom."Mom, you must be tired from holding her.""No, it's okay. Amanda was there with me all the time."Natalia moved her hand up. “She is asleep. You can—”Adrian came over to her and stopped her. "You can leave her to Mom. I am sure she can handle her. You look worn out anyway."Natalia was stunned. She shot him a look. Adrian shrugged his shoulders and walked up the stairs."Mom, don't listen to him."Grace shook her head and replied, "He is right. You were very busy throughout the day. Take a rest tonight. I will take care of Adelia."Natalia let out a sigh and agreed to her. She glanced at the sleeping baby and went to the bedroom.When she entered the bedroom, she found the whole room was empty.She shut the door and took off her crown. She carefully placed it inside the closet, next to the dagger.As she finished removing all of her jewelry, the bathroom door opened.She turned her head onl
A Few Months Later"I, Adrian Miller, Alpha King, declare Natalia Miller to be the Luna and Queen of my packs."Everyone applauded when Adrian placed the crown on Natalia's head.Natalia gave Adrian a smile. He wore a black robe embroidered with spells designed by the coven of the Black Haw pack. They sent it as a present to embrace their new head Alpha.Natalia lifted her white gown and descended from the stage, clutching Adrian's arm.It reminded her of her wedding day.Hazel and Jason came toward them and hugged each other."Where is John?" Natalia asked about their child.They pointed to Jade, who was holding their child, while Grace stood next to her, holding Natalia and Adrian's child, Adelia.The two women appeared to be the happiest women in the world today."Alpha Adrian, Luna Natalia,"They turned around after hearing a familiar voice.It was Alpha Wade. Beside him was Tyra, Eric's mate. During their conversation, Alpha Wade said,"I am planning to marry Tyra off soon."Nata
Days passed as the delivery date of Natalia's child was coming.Things had changed in Natalia's life in the last few months.Everyone was doting on her. The person who cared for her the most was her husband.Adrian always came home early to spend time with Natalia and his children. He said he wanted to give most of his time to Natalia during her pregnancy period.Natalia had noticed Adrian's growing impatience to see his baby in recent months. His face was always lit up with excitement.She used to have this dream when she was pregnant a few years ago.Adrian never allowed her to do any work. He was always curious about her preferences for food and activities. He even canceled his meetings whenever she felt sick. When she was down, he always surprised her with a gift to lift her spirits.He did not pass up any opportunity to spoil her. In fact, her own family claimed Adrian had spoiled her too much.She felt as if everything was a dream, and she wanted to stay in it forever."Adrian,
Everyone returned to the pack house.Natalia was lying in bed. The private doctor was checking on her."You are lucky the baby is fine," she said."Thank you, doctor. Please check on Hazel too," Natalia said to her.The doctor gave her a nod and then left the room.Natalia looked at the people who entered the room after the doctor left.Martin Hansley and Jade Hansley hugged their daughter. Meanwhile, Lucas Miller and Grace Miller lowered their heads.Natalia smiled at them, saying, "Mom, Dad."They looked at her with apologies."Forgive us, dear," Lucas said as he approached the bed.Grace hugged Natalia and said sorry to her for everything they had done in the past few days."It was not your fault. You all were influenced. I should be sorry for losing my temper and saying those rubbish things."They shook their heads and said they would never have a daughter-in-law like her. She was more like a daughter to them.“How is everyone?”“Doctor Max treated them. Benjamin was in critical c
Natalia was astounded by what she witnessed. Then she realized that the man was old Leighton's twin brother."Natalia"She heard her mother's voice. She turned her and found her and Adrian's parents. She noticed her mother-in-law also looked worried for her.She limped, trying to walk toward them.At that time a witch ran toward her, but a wolf came between and bit the witch's leg, slamming her to the ground.Natalia realized Eric was the one who saved her. She smiled at him. He gave her a nod before sprinting back toward Jason.Today, the three men in her life who once loved her are protecting her.Natalia realized that no matter how powerful you are, there will come a time when everyone needs each other.She went to her mother and hugged her. Her mother-in-law, Grace, shed tears as she also hugged her.Denis Leighton stepped toward Adrian and bowed to him."Alpha"Natalia was stunned to see the old man lowering his head toward Adrian.Adrian released Ansel's neck and took a step bac
Max was standing behind Natalia. He patted Natalia's shoulder and wrapped his arm around her. "Perfect shot."Adrian noticed how securely Max was holding Natalia. His eyes turned pale as he remembered Natalia's words.If she had been with Max, she would have been happy. Getting married to him again ruined her life.Adrian turned around and saw Ansel's arm. It was pierced by a digger rather than a simple knife.He recalled it and realized it was the dagger marked on the back of Natalia's neck. She was a healer who could kill anyone with her dagger, which was filled with her poisonous blood.He did not know about its ability toward the witches or wizards, but she had killed Doctor Harold with that knife. After that, she never touched it again."Thanks, Max," Natalia said to Max.When she called Max yesterday, he asked for help. She asked for the tonics that could help wolves and the dagger, which she used when she needed it. Max arrived at the right time to help her.The fire went out,
Everyone was staring at Adrian, who was mercilessly beating Rick. They could not believe that he had recalled everything.Natalia was surprised as well. Did that mean he remembered everything? Every moment in their lives that they had spent together?"No! No! No! Stop him!"Ansel yelled at her people. They rushed to Adrian, but he growled at them, which caused them to stop in their place, frozen.As the only one who dared to approach Adrian, the old Leighton's eyes turned glowing green.He raised his hand and chanted something, prompting Adrian to stop beating Rick.The old Leighton was giving Adrian mental pain. He grabbed his forehead and groaned angrily.The sound of his groan reverberated throughout the entire forest."Leave him. Don't hurt her," Natalia said to the old man.Jason and Patric told their men to attack the wizards and witches. Because their Alpha was present, they would have to choose between giving their lives or taking the lives of others.Natalia closed her eyes a
Natalia's tears, which she had been holding back until now, fell on her cheeks.Adrian's gaze locked on hers. They were dark but familiar to her. His jaw was clenched as if he were trying not to groan in pain.When his body moved, she came back to reality and gasped."Ad-Adrian! What are you—"Adrian pushed her head back, covering her gaze so she could not look at anything."Sshh"His thumb caressed her cheek while pressing her head against his bare chest as if he did not feel anything.Natalia could feel the heat of the flame whenever the whip touched his back."Don't... Don't hit him!"She exclaimed, crying, but Rick did not stop."Look, who has come to protect his wife? The man who can not shift, who can not protect himself, how can he protect his wife?"Rick's mocking made the witches and wizards laugh. Everyone was aware of Adrian's condition. He had become a puppet of Ansel.Rick continued to whip Adrian's back. As the flaming whip continued to strike him on his back, his skin b