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96 No Retreat, No Surrender
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The Alpha's Burning Heart 97 A cottage Unknown
Raina's POV"Come on," Alec linked us, and I stood behind defiantly. I was in no position to do so, judging by the amount of injuries I had sustained, but it was important. I couldn't have gone through all this for nothing."What is the matter with you, Raina? Do you have a death wish? "Alec linked me."No Alec…" I linked back, and he was pissed off."If you had died in there, what do you think would happen to me? Tristan would have killed me and my entire family. You know how he is. Please go back to the settlement so you can receive proper care. Hopefully, you have not been poisoned," He linked me back, and I knew he was genuinely concerned."No poison involved," Alisia linked him but included me in the link. I guess he was linking all of us at once. He wanted to have witnesses. "They were lurking in the old mill, and then we traced them to Greyhound border. They were guarding a cottage. I think there is something significant there. If not, they wouldn't have attacked and tried to s
The Alpha's Burning Heart 98 Sudden Meeting with Alphas
Tristan's POVI was preparing to join Raina in the packhouse when Jared informed me that Daniel had successfully arranged a meeting for me with the Alphas of Ironclaw. It was a secret meeting, and this was one of the things Irvin was supposed to do for me. I guess my rage had blinded me, and somehow, I felt I was being wise. I was glad it was in the past now, and the Winters had given me a second chance.The meeting was secret, of course, and not everyone was invited. It is required for success. I wanted to tell Raina not to wait for me, but no time was left. Hopefully, this is all behind us, and soon, we get to spend time together. I was tired of living the way I was living. I just wanted a normal life, like we had planned before the disruption.Placing Alec in charge, we left in a hurry."How were you able to pull it off?" I asked Daniel as we drove towards the venue in Old Town."Told them you were planning to adopt your father's methods and need their support. It wasn't hard, reall
The Alpha's Burning Heart 99 Sudden Meeting with Alphas 2
Tristan's POV"We forget that we are at a disadvantage," Braxon said, and I suspected he was also the killjoy among the alphas. However, every group needs a pessimist with lower expectations so they can be prepared."And what is that?" I asked, eager to listen to what the pessimist had to say."We do not have the force to push back, and if you have ever heard of the Enclave, you would know they have assains in their employ. Dangerous, ruthless people. They were the ones that helped overthrow your father," He said, and that was my cue to speak."Indeed, they have that, but we need to understand that they wouldn't have been successful had Darius not volunteered to move against my father because of the promise of being king," I said, and Braxon laughed."He needed you alive to achieve that," he said, and it was clear he knew the issue of the Knights. If that was the case, it meant he wasn't an enemy after all, but I kept it to myself."They wouldn't have been able to attack my settlement
The Alpha's Burning Heart 100 Hospital
Raina's POVWhen we arrived at Stormhowl, Alec wasted no time ordering the medical staff to attend to us with the utmost urgency. Their faces were masks of professional concern as they sprang into action, their movements quick and precise. I shifted back to my human form, feeling the cool night air against my skin, but my mother and Elara were already there, ready to cover Alisia and me with warm robes. The soft fabric was a stark contrast to the harsh realities we had just faced. Alec's expression was one of deep worry as he watched Elisabeth and Dean's unconscious bodies being carefully loaded onto stretchers. The sight of them, so vulnerable and still, sent a pang of guilt through me. My mother, her face a mask of determination, rushed to their side, her eyes scanning their injuries with practised expertise."Advanced stage of devil's teeth. Treatment must be intravenous," she ordered with the authority that only years of experience could bring. Without waiting for a response, she
The Alpha's Burning Heart 101 Hospital 2
Raina's POV"Alec, what is the meaning of this? Why are you smiling with the enemy?" Jenifer said to Alec, and I touched the back of my hair and looked away to laugh. Alec found my reaction amusing."What is it, mother?" he asked, and most of the medical staff were looking at us."She is your sister's rival. Why are you smiling with her?" Jenifer asked, and Alec looked at her."It seems you forget I am Tristan's beta. And…" he started, and Irvin shut him up."Jared is his beta. Wake up…" Irvin said to him, and he nodded."Under Darius, I was nothing. I appreciate everything. Jared is Tristan's trusted friend, but I am Stormhowl's beta and second in command to the King of Ironclaw. I do not care what anyone thinks. It's statements like this that have made Tristan distrust us," He said, and Irvin looked at me."Your whoring days will…" He started, but my mother walked up to us."Will what, Irvin? Her whoring days will what? Your daughter is the whore with a bare neck. Mind your business
The Alpha's Burning Heart 102 A Difficult Position
Raina's POV"Traitor! Bastard. How dare you?" his father said to him. Natasha looked confused when she approached us."What is going on here?" She asked."We are being arrested for unknown reasons, and your brother won't do anything about it," Jenifer said, and Natasha looked at me."What is she doing here? What are you doing here?" She asked me, and I didn't even bother to answer her. I wasn't her problem. The shame of what was happening was her problem. I wasn't going to give her the chance to vent on me."Let them go!" She told Alec, and he brazed himself and shook his head. What was going on?"I order you as your Luna!" she finally said, and Thomas stepped in."Stormhowl has no Luna. And an unclaimed woman cannot be regarded as Luna," Thomas said, and I knew he was doing it to spare Alec the horror of having to say the words to his sister.People began to gather at the commotion happening in the hallway. It was an embarrassing situation. I held on to the robe covering my body, and
The Alpha's Burning Heart 103 Welcome Home, Alpha
Tristan's POVI arrived in Stormhowl in the dead of night. The familiar landscape was cloaked in shadows, the moonlight casting eerie silhouettes that danced with the rustling trees. There was something different about the atmosphere, something I couldn't quite put my finger on. It felt charged, electric, as if the very air was vibrating with anticipation or aftermath. As I pondered over it, Thomas's voice broke through the haze of my thoughts."Welcome home, Alpha," he greeted me with a respectful nod as I alighted from the vehicle. His words were calm, but there was an underlying tension in his tone. "We found your mother and brother. They are currently receiving treatment in the hospital."My heart skipped a beat, a sensation that felt alien and unexpected. If anyone had told me that I would feel joy at the mention of those two, I would have called them a liar. But here we were, and I was undeniably, inexplicably happy. The emotions surged through me like a tidal wave, almost overwh
The Alpha's Burning Heart 104 Welcome Home, Alpha 2
Tristan's POV"Where is Raina?" I asked, hoping for a positive answer, my voice trembling slightly with concern."In her room. She is fine," Alec said, and I felt a wave of relief wash over me, easing the tension in my shoulders."Did she get in the fight?" I pressed, needing to know the details.He nodded solemnly. "How bad was it?" I asked, my heart pounding in anticipation of his answer."Four betas and three Zetas. We got there on time," he replied, his expression serious. I balled my fists at my sides, trying to keep my emotions in check."I told her not to, but she said they were too suspicious for her to ignore," Alec continued, his voice tinged with frustration. "I had to stop everything I was doing to go after her. We got there on time. They were able to stand their ground long enough. But it was thanks to them that we found Luna Elisabeth and Dean. They had Devil's teeth and were unconscious, but your mother came through briefly before slipping back into unconsciousness," h
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The Alpha's Burning Heart 120 A Little Glimpse Into The Future
Raina's POVTwo Year LaterThe new trade law indeed favoured our people; there were jobs and new processing plants and factories under construction in Ironclaw. All illegal business activities were discontinued in Ironclaw. People that had left in search of greener pastures had returned. The other regions were not impoverished as the dead kings had feared, but wealth was evenly distributed, and more opportunities were created. The Nighthowler territory was being built, and it was almost completed. Former Nighthowlers emerged from everywhere to come home, and Tristan built his palace there. It was nothing big but a semblance to the type of home he promised to build for me while we sat at the lake when we were teenagers, and he promised me the world. We had recollected most of our promises and fulfilled the ones within our capacity.One of the most surprising things that happened after the battle with the evil kings was finding out that Alisia and Dean were fated. What were the odds
The Alpha's Burning Heart 119 Closure
Raina's POVEverything had happened so fast, and somehow, the fear we might not survive had dissipated as we realised we were all fortunate to keep our lives. Luna Lisa was rushed to the hospital, but my mother said she would be fine. While Tristan discussed with the allies of the other royal families that had helped us take down the Kings, Dean walked to me to talk. It was an inevitable discussion, and I didn't know what angle it would take, but I braced myself for it. Clutching the robe around my body, I waited for him."Hey," he said, and I looked at him. We hadn't spoken since he woke up, and to think Alisia and I were the ones that found them."Rainy," he said, calling me how he referred to me often."I guess fate never lies," he said, and I looked at him. His eyes had a sadness and longing that I knew I could never alleviate."I never got to thank you for saving me and my mother. Alec told me how you and Alisia risked your lives to save us. I am grateful," he said, and I nodded.
The Alpha's Burning Heart 118 A Reckoning
Tristan's POVAmidst the chaos, my mother's wolf, a regal silver beast, went after King Lucian. She was a blur of fury, her claws and teeth tearing through his guards. Lucian's mottled brown wolf tried to fight back, but my mother was relentless. She bit down on his neck, and with a savage twist, she snapped it. Lucian's body crumpled to the floor, lifeless.Alec and Jared fought together, a formidable pair. Abel and his men tried to hold them off but were overwhelmed. Alec's powerful jaws crushed skulls and severed limbs, while Jared's speed and agility made him a blur of death. Abel's wolf fell beneath their combined assault, his body torn apart.The battle raged on, brutal and bloody. Some enemy wolves tried to escape, but the exits were barred. They were trapped, forced to face their doom. Ian Braxon and the rest of the Ironclaw alphas fought with savage grace, their wolves cutting through the remaining guards and assassins.Dean's wolf, covered in blood, finally brought down King
The Alpha's Burning Heart 117 Welcome To IronClaw
Tristan's POVThe air in the banquet hall grew thick with tension as I signalled for the doors and windows to be shut. The heavy thud and clatter echoed ominously, and I saw the flicker of realisation in the eyes of King Lucian, King Rufus, and King Oswald. Their arrogance had blinded them to the trap they had walked into. The time for pleasantries was over. Tonight, their reign of terror would end.Dean and our mother stood among the guests, their disguises blending seamlessly. Their eyes met mine, and a silent understanding passed between us. Our allies within the royal families were poised to act. The alphas of Ironclaw, Ian, Braxon, and their men were ready. The plan was in motion.King Lucian's laughter died in his throat as I bared my teeth in a feral grin. "Welcome to Ironclaw, gentlemen," I said, my voice dripping with menace. "You will not leave this hall alive."The assassins, led by Reuben and Abel, moved swiftly to protect the three kings and their families. But we were r
The Alpha's Burning Heart 116 The Engagement Party
Tristan, POVThe day of the event was finally upon us. We positioned our men about the place, and the banquet hall was prepared.The Ironclaw alphas arrived at the venue, and soon, the three kings and some of their family members were around. Our moles, and hopefully the future kings, were there, too. There was a look of arrogance in King Lucian's eyes. King Rufus was friendly, but I knew he didn't mean well either. King Oswald was unreadable, but it didn't matter. We were still going to carry out our plan. Their reign of terror would end tonight.The kings brought us gifts and sat at their tables with their wives. Raina and I were there too. I noticed King Rufus's eyes linger on Raina. She was looking stunning. Some effort was made in her beautiful cream seductive gown. That showed cleavage and skin. She was a walking temptation. Her lips were red, and her eyes were ice blue. Her dark hair made her skin a lot paler. They had never seen such beauty, and she was mine. King Oswald's han
The Alpha's Burning Heart 115 A Perfect Plan 2
Tristan POVWe were still talking when my mother decided to grace us with her presence. The entire place was silent. It wasn't news anymore that she was a true Knight and not my father, as they had all expected. She was still royalty. It is in her blood."And while you are at it, I want my pound of flesh from Lucian. He was the one who started this nonsense. His father had agreed to improve on the trade deal. I remember the day his father and mine signed the agreement, but Lucian was too greedy. When he came into power, he knew how much he would lose in revenue and couldn't have it, so he instigated the other three against Ethan. Randolph did not join in and was shunned and excluded for that purpose. They frustrated Ethan's effort and finally used Darius and some of you to silence the man. Then, soon, when Darius realised he wasn't being treated as an equal, he decided to rise above his station. They sent the enclave to keep him in check since they were the ones that placed him there.
The Alpha's Burning Heart 114 A Perfect Plan
Tristan POV I woke up in the morning energised and ready to face the future. Alec had reached out to his friend in Renhall, and we had a plan. Dean also contacted a family member of King Oswald. I couldn't believe my brother was helping me. Instead of working against one another, we were working together. He promised to gather his own men. Although Dean was lazy with responsibilities, he was a good fighter. He just didn't like fighting, but I noticed something had changed. There was a maturity and new resolve in him. He had the look I had in my eyes now. I guess we were even somehow. The alphas arrived in the morning and were shocked to see Dean and me working together. I introduced Dean to them in his new Royal capacity, and they were happy. Ian was the most happy. Braxon was pissed to learn about the cottage in the woods at his border. I honestly did not think he was a traitor, knowing that many illegal activities were being perpetrated in Irconclaw; the kings had their goons ev
The Alpha's Burning Heart 113 Join Me At The Lake
Raina's POVI didn't leave Elisabeth until the evening. We ate together, and I kept her company. My mother and Mrs Lana, former Delta's wife, came to join us. Dean never showed up, but Jared told me Tristan was with Dean. I guess they needed the privacy and time to mend their nonexistent relationship. Hopefully, they would get it right this time. When it was time to return home, I heard Tristan's voice in my mind."Join me at the lake, Blue Eyes," he said, and I felt butterflies. I always looked forward to spending time with Tristan. Having missed him since his mother and brother were found, I was glad to finally have him to myself now that they were awake.I left Elsiabeth's house and headed to the lake. I contemplated dressing up first but was too eager and headed to the lake instead. Upon getting there, I was surprised. Tristan was on a picnic mat with a basket, staring at the still water that reflected the shape of the full moon. His profile was handsomely illuminated by the m
The Alpha's Burning Heart 112 I Can Breathe
Raina's POVLearning that Dean and Luna Elisabeth had pulled through and had woken up made me both glad and worried at the same time. Glad that they were fine, worried about the trouble they might cause. I know it would be impolite not to pay the former Luna respect. So I bought a flower and headed to King Darius's house, where I knew they were staying. Luckily for them, Tristan had kept the place clean, so it wasn't in disrepair, and Luna Elisabeth could easily move in. I bought her a bouquet of white carnations and a box of pistachio cookies, her favourite. This time, I watched them pack the cookies in my presence and seal the pastries in the box. I can't have risked my life to save the woman only to serve her poison. Knowing how she was and what she had gone through gave me a new level of respect for her, but I was still not over how she threatened me to be with Dean. I guess I would always have that grudge against her. It was understandable; after all, it ruined my life.When I g
