Adrian looked at Natalia with curious eyes. He tried to look into her eyes more deeply. All he could see was hate for him. His eyes flickered as he sat up, causing her to frown at him."Do you want to sleep here?" he asked, getting out of bed.Natalia moved back, turning her gaze away. "Not want, that's my bed."He walked toward her, cashing her to take a step back. He approached her.Her eyes darted when he smelled different. She caught a faint whiff of his scent mixed with a strange smell.His towering frame loomed over her, his eyes piercing hers."There are guests outside. That is why I am not arguing with you."She shot back, giving him a fierce look. "I am only seeing your face because of Aria and Noah. If they had not been in my life—"He interrupted her and whispered,"Why not leave this pack and my children to me if you are so ready to return to your old life?"Her eyes flashed with rage as tears welled up in the corners of her eyes.Adrian wanted to be more rude to her. But
Natalia got down the stairs and looked at the main door. She paid no attention to anyone who was seated on the couches.Ansel's gaze was fixed on the stairs as if she were thinking about something. A grin appeared on her lips as she then turned her gaze away. She looked over at Natalia and raised her voice,“Why don't you join us for breakfast, Natalia?”Natalia's steps came to a halt; she turned around. Her gaze moved around to the people on the couches. Adrian and his parents, as well as Hazel and her family, were sitting there.A scoff almost came out of Natalia's mouth. Did this woman just mock her by saying that?In their presence, she appeared to be an outsider.Her gaze settled on Adrian, who was drinking tea without looking at her. Her eyes grew darker as she muttered,"I do not have time to eat breakfast with you all..."Her gaze shifted to Ansel, then she added, "Mrs. Leighton."As she was about to turn to leave, Natalia heard the powerful voice of the old man."Where are yo
Natalia frowned when she heard that. She shot the driver a look that startled him.Natalia, who used to smile at those around her, began to give stern looks. They realized her identity, which had been almost forgotten."I don't want to talk to your Alpha."Saying this, she grabbed the door handle and slammed it.While walking past the car, she noticed the shadow sitting in the backseat.Natalia's car approached her when she came close to the garage. As soon as she got into the car, she drove off to the office.A black sedan followed her car until she arrived at the office.Natalia walked inside the company. Everyone bowed to her. She nodded as she made her way to the elevator.In the middle of the way, she overheard people's voices."Alpha is here!"Natalia turned around and saw Adrian entering the company.As she stared at him with emotionless eyes, she observed that people were terrified of his arrival. She was aware of this.If anyone thought she was the most dominant person in the
Natalia's eyes flashed dark blue for a moment. But she calmed down because she was not in the pack house, where they were both alone or in front of their families. They were now in the company and in front of the employees. She did not want to cause trouble there.She ignored his words and opened the door of the CEO's office.When the door closed, Adrian heard a clicking sound of locking. She seemed to have locked the door from the inside.Adrian stood outside the door, furiously staring at it.Inside the office room,Natalia sat down in the chair after placing her bag on the desk. Although that was Adrian's office, she would not let him enter. He had no right to enter her life or this office. She had closed all the doors for him, including the office door.She called Damia to inquire whether she had reached the company. She wanted her as her personal assistant. She knew Damia would be the most trustworthy person for her.She grabbed the files and started working on them. After a few
Natalia's eyes were filled with anger and hatred for Adrian. She could feel her heart pounding with rage. She wanted to go and hurt this guy.However, for the sake of her twins, she let him go.She turned her attention to the other people and asked,"I didn't want to know about the ancient rules. All I want to know is what you think. Will you keep him in that position if he is unable to manage the company effectively and faces the possibility of losing everything you have worked so hard to achieve?"Adrian's smirk faded as his eyes grew enraged. It was a personal insult to him."Luna–"He cut off a board member by saying,"Don't call her Luna. According to the pack's rules, she has yet to receive recognition from her Alpha in order to be considered for that position. Until the Crown Ceremony, you may address her by name."The men looked startled. As long as they knew Adrian, they knew he would rip their heads off if they called her by her first name.Maybe they had a fight and were ta
Days passed as Adrian began to observe many things. Whenever he went near Natalia, he felt distressed. The voice in his head always told him to pay attention to Hazel because she was an innocent woman.The more he tried to focus on his work, the more he was lost. It seemed as though he was incapable of making a sound choice. He was having inner turmoil, but he was unsure of the cause.It was the day when Beta Patric was going to return to the pack.Patric did not go to the pack house and directly came to the company to meet Adrian.When he came back, he learned that Natalia was planning something big to snatch the CEO's position from Adrian.He had no idea what was going on in the pack until the other three officials informed him of everything last night.Patric was outside the door, making his way to Adrian's office.Without knocking on the door, he opened the door and entered the cabin.He saw Adrian sitting behind the desk, reading a file. His desk was disorganized, and everything
Adrian's eyes darkened when he heard Patric. He looked away from Natalia and replied,"Can't you see how she is wandering around with another man? I wonder where Gamma Benjamin got this courage. Just because I can't shift right now, I am not teaching him a lesson."As soon as Patric heard Adrian, he turned to him and asked with a shocked face,"What! You can't shift?"Adrian ignored his question and walked ahead. "Stop questioning me. Tell me where have you been?"Patric followed him while observing him carefully. His gaze suddenly fell on Adrian's neck. He reached for Adrian's collar and pulled it down slightly to check something."What are you doing?" Adrian asked angrily, feeling annoyed by his actions.Patric's eyes widened when he noticed that Natalia's marks on Adrian's neck were fading. It was like the skin was eating the mark away slowly."Your mark!"Patric's whisper reached his ears as Adrian glanced at him. "It's good that it's fading. I don't like that woman. It's better i
When the elevator door opened and they arrived at the first floor, Adrian gave him a stern look and was ready to reprimand him.Adrian exited the elevator first, and Patric followed, intending to go check on Adrian's condition with the pack doctor.At that time, they ran into Benjamin.Adrian took a halt when Benjamin bowed to him.With a pair of cold eyes, Adrian said to him,"I warned you to stay away from that woman. She is not good for our pack."Benjamin lowered his head before glancing at Patric. Patric was staring at him. He exhaled and returned his gaze to Adrian."Alpha, she is my Luna. It is my responsibility to protect her when everyone is against her."Adrian tightened his fists while glaring at Benjamin. Meanwhile, Patric focused his gaze on Adrian. "Didn't you say you don't like her? Why do you care if Benjamin roams around her? You want her to leave this pack anyway."Gamma Benjamin was shocked. He shook his head as he realized Adrian had misunderstood his pure intentio
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