Lilac's P.O.V "And is it just as magnificent as they say it is? The library?" Dani sighed dreamily. "I've been watching all the pictures you sent me over and over again…they're just so…perfect…!" I laughed as she let out another dreamy sigh. I knew just how much she wanted to come to California with me once she learned I got accepted in UCSD, but unfortunately, she had applied too late and her letter didn't get accepted. We're hoping she came come next year though, because honestly…I hadn't anticipated just how much I would be missing her as soon as I reached the campus. "How's school going?" I asked her instead. "Any hot hunks you like?" "Ugh! None!" She sounded pissed. "I'd thought I'd feel something, but all I have here are the same assholes from school! And on top of that, we have no-mate Serena here as well whose new mate-detector happens to be her vagina, spread 24/7 and available to all to hottest wol
Lilac's P.O.V "Are you sure this is the right address?" I asked the cab driver one last time before he left us in the middle of the road, giving both me and Nina exasperated looks. "That's what you provided me with, Miss!" He snapped. "Maybe next time, ask the person who gave you that address in the first place?" I watched the car drive away in confusion, looking around at the woods that surrounded us on all sides. "This can't be it…can it?" I asked Nina in despair. "We're in the middle of nowhere!" "Actually…I think we are in the right place." Nina squinted her eyes as she looked at the woods behind us. "I think I can hear people talking in that direction." "Really?" Turning in the direction that Niana was pointing at, I strained my ears to listen to any noises, when the soft hum of hushed conversation floated into my ears as well. "You're right! Let's head in that direct
Lilac's P.O.V "Lilac," Silver looked at me worriedly, probably noting the perplexed expression on my face, "Are you okay? You seem a bit overwhelmed." I looked up at her, my gaze searching for answers as my mind tried to comprehend what I was hearing. "Silver, I don't understand. Why were they all bowing to me? And what is a Silver Alpha Breeder?" Silver looked taken aback. "How could you not know, Lilac?" The significance of the moment hung heavy in the air as I tried to grapple with reality. "Lilac, when they bow to you, it's because you're the Silver Alpha Breeder. You hold a position of great importance in our community." Silver explained to me, but my confusion only seemed to deepen as I looked at her with a mix of curiosity and disbelief. "But why me? I never asked for this. I don't even know what it means." Silver must have noticed that I was on the verge of panicking, so she took my hand and pulled me aside, away from the group at t
Lilac's P.O.V My heart raced as I felt a firm grip on my arm, yanking me out of harm's way just in the nick of time as a car rushed by me with incredible speed. The sudden movement left me bewildered, my eyes widening in surprise. I stumbled back, only to find myself face-to-face with Del, a mixture of shock and gratitude etched across my features. "Del?" I stammered, still processing the fact that he had just saved me from the oncoming vehicle. "How... What are you doing here?" He met my gaze with a calm yet concerned expression, as if he had been expecting this moment. "I've been following you, Lilac," he admitted, his voice steady. "Ever since you left the Circle meeting in such a rush. You seemed disoriented, and I didn't want anything to happen to you." I blinked, the pieces slowly coming together. The memory of leaving the meeting in a hurry flashed in my mind, feeling like a distant memory even though it had happened only a few moments ago. But sinc
Lilac's P.O.V The landscape around me shifted. I found myself within the boundaries of the pack, navigating the perimeters with a sense of urgency. The night air was thick with tension, and shadows danced as I darted from one hiding spot to another. The distant sounds of footsteps and hushed voices warned of approaching soldiers, patrolling the area with a diligence that sent shivers down my spine. I felt the adrenaline coursing through my veins as I moved stealthily, every step calculated to avoid detection. The moon cast fleeting glimpses of shadows on the ground, and it helped me navigate the terrains with efficiency. My emotions seemed amplified, and my heart raced with a mixture of fear and exhilaration. From one covering to another, I moved through the shadows, until I could see the beginning of the woods in my vision. And then, I was crashing through the woods, the road ahead of me clear of soldiers, making my journey a lot easier. The night embraced the
Lilac's P.O.V My first day at school was a whirlwind of excitement and nerves. The hallways echoed with the chatter of students, lockers slammed shut, and the scent of fresh textbooks filled the air. As I walked into the classroom, I couldn't help but feel a mix of anticipation and anxiety. However, my worries quickly dissipated as the lessons unfolded. It turned out that academics came naturally to me. I found myself effortlessly navigating the academic landscape. Teachers praised my diligence, and classmates looked to me for help. It was a pleasant surprise to discover that I was thriving academically in this new environment. During group projects and activities, I began to make new friends. For the first time, I felt welcomed me with open arms. We shared laughter, exchanged ideas, and gradually formed bonds that extended beyond the classroom. These connections added a layer of warmth to my school experience. Lunch hours became a highlight as we gathered in th
Lilac's P.O.V The faint morning light filtered through the curtains, casting a soft glow over the room. Blinking away the remnants of sleep, I found myself lying next to Del, the memories of last night returning in rapid flashes. There was a pang of regret that washed over me as I recalled the whirlwind of emotions and decisions that had led to this moment. I never wanted to be the person who just nails and bails, leaving without a word, especially not with someone like Del. As I watched Del sleep peacefully, I grappled with conflicting thoughts. Regret lingered, yes, but there was also a sense of responsibility nudging at my conscience. I couldn't simply slip away without a word, leaving him wondering what had happened or feeling used. That wasn't who I wanted to be. So, despite my own reservations and the twinge of regret, I made a silent vow to stay until Del woke up. The air in the room was still, save for the faint sounds of morning seeping through the wind
Lilac's P.O.V I couldn't help but find my gaze lingering on Del as he moved around the kitchen, his easy going nature and charming smile making it hard to look away. There was something about him that felt magnetic, something beyond the playful banter and intimate connections we just shared. He was an incredible person, always there to lend an ear or crack a joke to lighten the mood. And in that moment, amidst the shared laughter and casual teasing, I had let slip some flirtatious comments, testing the waters to see how he'd respond. Surprisingly, Del reciprocated, his playful grin widening, and the air between us seemed to spark with a newfound energy. There was a mutual understanding lingering beneath the surface, that even though we couldn't date the way he wanted to, but part of me would always appreciate him as a dear friend. And as we joked and flirted, it almost felt like nothing had between us at all, and all was right in the world. However, reality hit
Lilac's P.O.V It's been a long ride and a very eventful one at that and anytime I think about what Krimson and I have been through, I'm just grateful we had the strength to go through everything we went through and we were able to come out of it even stronger than how we were before. As the sun cast its warm, golden rays across the university campus, I found myself sitting on a bench, the weight of decisions pressing against my chest. The soft whispers of the leaves rustling in the gentle breeze mirrored the conflicted thoughts swirling in my mind. Krimson, my mate, had offered a future tied to our pack, an enticing prospect for many, but not for me. I gazed at the sprawling grounds, feeling a tug in my heart that wasn't just about academic pursuits. The university held promises beyond the textbooks and lectures. It offered freedom—freedom to carve my own identity, to explore knowledge that extended far beyond the boundaries of our pack's traditions. I yearned to brea
Krimson's P.O.V I woke up to the pale light filtering through the hospital room, the faint beeping of monitors sounding in the background. My vision was hazy at first, the events leading up to this moment a jumbled mess in my mind. As I blinked and slowly tried to focus, the first thing that became clear was Lilac's form, peacefully asleep in a chair next to my bed. Relief washed over me as memories flooded back, fragments piecing together into a coherent narrative. "Lilac," I whispered softly, my voice hoarse from disuse. She stirred slightly, a faint flutter of eyelashes against her cheeks, but she remained deep in slumber. The sight of her there, unwavering by my side, despite everything that had transpired, filled me with an inexplicable warmth. I couldn't help but recall the chaos of that night—the confrontation, the whirlwind of emotions, and then the blankness as consciousness slipped away from me. But here I was, waking up to her steadfast presence. It m
Lilac's P.O.V I watched Silver hurl accusations at me, adding to my guilt. I wanted to explain, to make her understand that it wasn't intentional, that the circumstances had shifted beyond my control. But words seemed to desert me in that moment as I grappled with the weight of her accusation. However, Krimson's voice echoed in the room then, commanding even though weak. "Silver, it's not Lilac's fault," he said firmly, his voice carrying the weight of authority. "I made the decision. I took action to protect." Silver's gaze snapped toward Krimson, her eyes filled with disbelief. "What are you saying, Krimson? You hated her, didn't you? Then why would you risk your life to save her?" Krimson shook his head solemnly. "No, Silver. I never hated Lilac, it was our circumstances that I hated. It felt like the Goddess had played a cruel joke on me. But I couldn't run away from a bond fated by the goddess herself, Silver. I had caused Lilac enough pain as it is…I
Lilac's P.O.V I nodded, my mind racing with the urgency of the situation. I moved towards Silver, hoping against hope that all of this worked. "Silver…" I called out to her slowly, making her head snap in my direction. "Please…you need to stop all of this." But Silver's face twisted in a sinister smirk. "It's too late to stop any of this, Lilac. This ends with one of us." "It doesn't have to be that way, Silvia." I shook my head, pleading with her. From the corner of my eyes, I saw Del approaching her steadily from behind her, while I kept on engaging her in conversion. "It does, Lilac." Silver snapped at me, turning her body around so she was facing me completely. "You don't understand-" It was all Del needed, for her to turn away, so that our plan worked. Without wasting a second, he came up behind Silver and wrapped his arms around her body, holding her in place as he took her by surprise
Lilac's P.O.V For a moment, time seemed suspended, the tableau frozen in an eerie stillness. Silver hesitated, her gaze flickering between me and Krimson, the dagger held poised in the air, its lethal purpose momentarily forgotten in the face of Krimson's interruption. "Step away from her, Silver," Krimson's voice cut through the tension, unwavering and authoritative. His stance was firm, commanding obedience without question. The grip of Silver's magic lessened, the pressure easing just enough for me to draw a ragged breath. My muscles protested as I struggled against the binds anew, though I didn't dare to take my eyes off Silver, her expression a maelstrom of conflicting emotions - anger, desperation, and a hint of something I couldn't quite place. "Krimson, you shouldn't be here," Silver's voice wavered, a tremor betraying the turmoil within her. Her grip on the dagger faltered, uncertainty clouding her features. "You know I couldn't stand by and
Lilac's P.O.V The air was thick with tension, a palpable energy that crackled around us like a storm waiting to break. "Silver, you're fooling yourself if you think you can wield that kind of power," I said softly, my gaze fixed on the gleaming knife in her hands. "You're not a true Silver Alpha Breeder, you never will be. You can't ever access my full potential." Silver's laughter cut through the serene air, a sound that held a hint of something darker beneath its surface. "Oh, you have no idea, do you?" Her eyes glinted with an intensity that sent a shiver down my spine. "You underestimate what a witch can do, what I can do. I'm part wolf, part witch. I'm a hybrid that is already stronger than both a wolf and a witch! There's nothing I cannot do, Lilac!" "You think I chose you to lead our pack because of some noble sentiment? No, Lilac." Her voice was cold, devoid of any warmth. "I chose you because I knew the stronger you became, the more that dormant p
Lilac's P.O.V My eyes brimmed with confusion and hurt as I confronted Silver in the dimly lit room I was being held captive in. "Did you…ever really consider me a friend, Silver?" my voice trembled with a mixture of fear and desperation, my heart aching with the weight of betrayal. Silver, her gaze heavy with sorrow and a haunted past, met my eyes. "I used to belong to a peaceful pack, a pack that had been my home since the day I was born," she began, her voice tinged with a raw emotion that spoke volumes of her pain. "We lived in harmony, in unity. It was everything to me." Tears welled up in Silver's eyes, reflecting the agony of memories etched deep within her soul. "Your father," she whispered, the words heavy with anguish. "He... he attacked our pack. In the dead of night, when darkness cloaked the land, he led a brutal assault." I felt my heart ache for the woman that I had once considered my biggest alley, but now, she had turned out to be my bigges
Krimson's P.O.V The night hung heavy around us as we tore through the city streets, the engine's roar mingling with the howling wind. Del and I were on a mission—racing against time to reach Silver's apartment. It was imperative that we find Lilac before anything sinister unfolded. "Alpha Krimson, step on it!" Del's voice cut through the adrenaline-charged air, urgency lacing every word. His grip tightened on the door handle as we swerved through the dimly lit alleys, the neon signs blurring into streaks of color. "I'm pushing it as hard as I can!" I shouted back, my eyes fixed on the road ahead. The weight of worry pressed on me like a leaden cloak. We had to reach Silver's place, and had to find Lilac safe and sound. Finally, screeching to a halt outside Silver's building, we leaped out of the car. Breathless and tense, we dashed up the stairs, each step echoing the pounding of our hearts. As we reached Silver's door, our hopes soared, but a hollow silence gre
Lilac's P.O.V As I slowly arose to consciousness, I found myself grappling with the weight of my heavy eyelids. My mind sluggishly pieced together the fragments of reality, pushing through a dense fog of disorientation. The air felt heavy, each inhale a laborious effort that failed to fill my lungs as it should. A peculiar lightheadedness swept over me, a disconcerting sensation akin to floating on the edge of a dream. My initial attempt to stretch my arms, to move, met an unexpected resistance. Panic flickered through my drowsy mind as the realization hit home—I was restrained. My fingertips brushed against something coarse and unyielding, confirming my fear. The sensation sent a jolt of adrenaline through my groggy state, clearing the haze momentarily. I tried to rise, only to discover the cruel truth of my predicament: bound, not just by ropes or chains, but tied firmly to what appeared to be a marble table. The cool surface pressed against my skin, a s