*Selena*“I won't approve of it!” Zander’s voice echoed in the surroundings. “Just because you now need a mate, you turn to my sister. Otherwise, you were going to reject her. She is not your toy, Maddox,” he drawled in a dangerous tone. “You might be my best friend and the best warrior in my pack, my Beta, but none of these qualities can allow you to be worthy of being my sister's mate. Not after what you've done to her in the past,” his tone turned threatening.“Zander, it's about Blair and Maddox. Let her decide what she wants,” I pleaded as I looked into his eyes, but all I saw was anger as he glared at me.“Selena, stay out of this matter,” he gritted out, clenching his jaw, making me wince.So he was still angry with me, and I did not know what I should do to make him believe that I did not lie to him intentionally.“Zander,” Blaire spoke, “I have been in love with my mate throughout my life, even when I thought I could hate him or move on. But I was still in love with him the
*Avery*"Why are we heading to the Vampire Kingdom, Father? You know this will draw a lot of attention," I questioned my father, but he remained silent. The car glided smoothly along the road while he continued to gaze out of the window. His expression remained unreadable."Father, you're taking an enormous risk. We can't afford to attract undue attention to us, you know that," I warned him."Shut up, Avery," he sharply scolded, making me wince. "After spoiling my plan, you still have the audacity to complain," he spat with disgust, though his focus remained outside, his anger palpable."What did I do, Father?" I asked, my tone tinged with defiance.“Really, Avery?! Do you not know what you have done?! I gave you enough time to seduce Zander and make him fall in love with you, but you were unable to do this. Not only this, you were unable to eliminate Selena from your way. Now she is back in Zander's life, and my dream of becoming the king of the Werewolves will only remain a dream, un
*Thousands of years ago* Narrator’s POV. Once upon a time, in a world where supernatural beings coexisted with humans, Warlocks and Witches held dominion due to their superior powers. Residing in this realm was the remarkably beautiful werewolf princess, Arabella, whose father led a small pack as an Alpha. The news of her extraordinary beauty had spread far and wide across the world. Just a month after her 18th birthday, numerous marriage proposals began pouring in from distant lands. Yet, like any caring father, Arabella's father sought the most suitable match for her and declined each proposal that arrived. "Arabella, quickly get ready. You have to leave for the mating ball," her mother urged, entering the room with urgency. Arabella, lost in her thoughts while seated near the window, snapped out of her reverie as her mother approached. "Why, Mother?" Arabella inquired, seeking an explanation. "Because your father wanted you to go there," her mother replied. "Mother, I am tir
As the radiant moon cast its luminous glow upon the cobblestone pathway leading to the grand palace, Princess Arabella arrived in a carriage adorned with cascading roses and gilded accents. The carriage, drawn by majestic steeds, moved gracefully, the gentle clip-clop of their hooves resonating in the crisp night air. "Bella! Stop fidgeting with your fingers," Gina chastised her friend gently, a playful edge to her voice. "You're making me nervous too." "I can't help it, Gina. I don't know why my heart is so restless," Arabella confessed in a hushed tone, her hand instinctively finding its place over her fluttering heart. "Don't worry! King Zephyr is going to choose you as his mate at first glance. You'll see," Gina reassured her. "And you're going to find a handsome mate too," Arabella teased, a playful grin touching her lips. The air between them was filled with a shared sense of excitement and anticipation as they indulged in whimsical chatter, weaving dreams of their future.
As soon as the door closed, Zephyr pulled Arabella into his arms, causing her to gasp. She had never been in such proximity to any male before, and it was a new and incredibly nerve-wracking experience for her. "Are you nervous?" Zephyr whispered into her ear before kissing her neck. Arabella shivered in his arms as her hands clutched his regal robe. She nodded, becoming breathless. "Don't be nervous, princess. I will always cherish and love you as my Queen," he declared before claiming her lips. As if under a spell, Arabella succumbed to the passion demonstrated by Zephyr. She couldn't discern whether she was under the influence of magic or experiencing desire. Her slender arms wrapped around his neck as she wholeheartedly accepted him as her mate and King. Zephyr effortlessly shed their clothes with a snap of his fingers. He was a powerful warlock, a master of all magic. Arabella found herself in a mystical haze as Zephyr guided her to the bed, making her lie on her back. Hove
Arabella found herself confined within the palace walls. She was restricted from venturing beyond her room whenever Alpha Alexander was present in the palace. Her freedom was tethered to his comings and goings. She could only come out of her room when he departed for work or meetings. The arrangement left her feeling like a captive in her own home. Only a few trusted servants and maids were permitted to converse with her and cater to her needs. Arabella immersed herself in books, finding solace in the escape offered by the pages. “I need the book called 'Knight of the Crimson Moon.' Have you found it?" Arabella inquired, her voice laced with frustration. She had sent the maid to fetch her favorite book, but the maid returned empty-handed. "I scoured the library thoroughly, my lady, but regrettably, it remains elusive," the maid responded cautiously. "If you wish, I can retrieve another book for you," she offered politely. "Leave it," Arabella waved her hand dismissively. "I'll find
"I haven't had the pleasure of meeting your newly wedded wife," Alexander remarked, his tone taking on a slightly accusatory edge.Zephyr paused from his work, setting down his quill pen to meet his stepbrother's gaze. "And why exactly do you wish to meet my wife?" Zephyr raised an eyebrow, curious about Alexander's sudden interest.Alexander held Zephyr's stare for a prolonged moment, trying to decipher any underlying intentions in his stepbrother's expression. "Why keep her hidden?" Alexander's frown deepened."Alexander!" Zephyr huffed, a flicker of annoyance crossing his features. "Are the females I provided for you to entertain you in your bed not sufficient that you now seek to meet my beloved wife?" He scoffed."What fack did you just say?" Alexander growled, his irritation flaring. "I was merely speaking of a formal introduction as family, and you misconstrued my intentions." His status as the Alpha King demanded respect, and he wouldn't tolerate any form of disrespect, espe
The guests stood frozen, enveloped in a silence so profound that even the faintest sound seemed to echo. Alexander's declaration had stunned them all."Mate!!!" Arabella's wolf unleashed a haunting howl, resonating with a wild fervor that echoed Alexander's proclamation. It meant only one thing."Fated mates..." The words drifted amid the astounded onlookers. "The first fated mates!" A murmur rippled through the crowd. "How... how can this be?" The disbelief in the whispered conversations was palpable."It's impossible!""She is already mated to King Zephyr!”"It must be a mistake," echoed several voices in rapid succession.Arabella and Alexander stood, equally shocked. Their wolves surged within, urging them to stake their claim, to mark each other before the assembled guests. But before they could act, Zephyr's commanding roar shattered the charged atmosphere."Arabella, regain control!" His voice thundered with urgency, attempting to rein her in as she struggled against his gra
*Zander*My wolf, Lyon, was as restless as I was without our mate. It had been almost a week, and there was no word from Selena—no message, no news, nothing. The Lunar Realm was hidden from the eyes of other shifters, accessible only to immortals, which left me in unbearable uncertainty. Every day, I waited, hoping that tomorrow would bring some sign of her, some contact. But as the days passed, the unease in my heart only grew stronger, gnawing at me like an unstoppable storm.Austin missed his mother terribly, his innocent questions piercing my resolve. There was no way Selena would willingly stay away from our son. She loved him too much. Whatever was keeping her away, I knew it wasn’t by her choice. A dark determination filled me—if anyone in the Lunar Realm had harmed her, I would destroy the entire realm myself to get her back.But anger alone wouldn’t bring her home. The only way to find out what had happened to my mate was to reach out to the one person who might know somethin
“No, she can’t go just like that,” Zander’s authoritative voice cut through the tense air before I could even respond. He stepped forward, pulling me protectively behind him, his stance firm and unyielding.“Alpha King,” my mother replied, her tone calm but resolute. “This is her fate, and we cannot change it. She must go to the Lunar Realm. She belongs there. Her people are waiting for her.”Her words made me frown in confusion. My people? What did that even mean?“Mother, I belong where my family is—where my mate is,” I protested, stepping forward. “I understand that the people in the Lunar Realm need my help, but that is not my home.”My mother didn’t respond immediately. Instead, she smiled softly as if hiding a lot behind that. “Let’s go, Selena,” she said gently, reaching out to hold my hand.I hesitated but eventually stepped toward her.“No, Selena, don’t go!” Zander’s voice, raw with desperation, stopped me in my tracks. “My heart says something isn't right.”I turned to look
“Selena!”“Selena!”Someone was calling my name, their voice desperate, shaking me frantically.But I couldn’t pull myself out of the world I seemed trapped in.“Selena!”That familiar voice, rich and soothing with a magical pull, pierced through the terrifying scene in my mind. It dragged me out of the nightmare that played like a vision before my open eyes. I snapped back to reality, gasping as if surfacing from deep water.“Selena,” Zander's firm hand held mine, anchoring me. I turned to see his worried face, his piercing eyes filled with fear. “Are you okay?” he asked, his voice soft but urgent.I exhaled loudly, realizing I had been holding my breath for what felt like an eternity. My gaze darted around, trying to ground myself. The event was still unfolding smoothly. Everyone was safe, and no one seemed harmed.Blair and Maddox stood before me, their expressions frozen in stunned disbelief. Zander’s mother held Austin tightly, his small cries reaching my ears—likely a reaction t
*Selena*I stood there, watching over my family and pack members, all of us buzzing with excitement. After what felt like an eternity, there was finally something to celebrate in the Moonglow pack. The entire pack sparkled under the twinkling lights, beautifully decorated for the occasion. Even the neighboring packs and their alphas had been invited to witness this royal event—the wedding of the Alpha King's sister and his Beta.At long last, Blair and Maddox were getting married before the Moon Goddess. They had endured so much, and fate had been cruel to them. In some ways, we were even responsible for delaying their wedding, as our lives and our pack had been tangled in one mess after another. But that was all behind us now.We stood together, watching the happy couple exchange vows, accepting each other as mates under the blessings of the Goddess. However, according to the ritual to correct Maddox's past mistake, they couldn’t mate until the next full moon. In the past, Maddox had
*Selena*"Zander, I've prepared your tuxedo for the wedding. Please be ready on time; otherwise, Blair will be very upset," I whispered to my mate and husband as he covered the speaker with his hand during a phone call.Today marked Blair and Maddox's wedding, followed by their official mating and marking ceremony. We couldn't manage a formal wedding earlier because so much was going on in our lives and pack, but now everything was settled, and I had planned a lavish week-long celebration for them. Today was their special day, and yet my husband, the Alpha King, was still engrossed in business. I waited, staring at him with annoyance, hoping for a response. Finally, Zander nodded absentmindedly, still engrossed in his call."I understand, King Ralph Yearwood, but we shouldn't lower our guard like this before him," Zander sounded annoyed.I couldn't hear their conversation, but from my husband's expression, it was clear that Lycan King Ralph Yearwood had said something unsettling."Oka
*Anonymous POV*"I need to see the Dark Alpha immediately," Damon demanded, his voice cold and urgent as he faced the guards outside the Dark Alpha's castle.The Dark Alpha was infamous among the shifters, feared as the most malevolent creature. His pack consisted of rogue wolves, trained to be merciless and heartless. The Dark Alpha sought power above all else and delighted in inflicting slow, agonizing deaths on his enemies, savoring their pleas for mercy."Wait here. We need to ask the Alpha whether he wants to see you," one of the guards growled, his eyes narrowing as he scrutinized Damon from head to toe. Damon grimaced at the appearance of the guards. The guards were filthy and disheveled, a reflection of the brutal environment they thrived in.Damon's lips curled into a sinister grin. "He'll be very pleased to hear what I have to say," he said confidently, his tone dripping with malice.The guard's eyes flickered with suspicion but he turned and disappeared into the shadows of
“Silas Shadowborne’s son?!” Zander’s eyes narrowed into piercing slits as he appraised Jasper. “And you expect us to believe you when your name has never crossed my ears?”Jasper’s voice was tinged with bitterness as he explained, “Damon manipulated our father, forcing my mother and me into exile from the kingdom. I was prepared to return when I learned of Father’s death and Damon’s treachery, but my mother insisted it was Father’s dying wish for Damon to rule. When I heard of Uncle’s murder and Damon’s flight, I returned to confront whoever was plunging my land into chaos.” His gaze swept over us, a glint of disdain flickering in his eyes.“We aren’t causing chaos; we liberated your land from the clutches of your half-brother Damon. Now, we’re striving to restore peace and unity after your king fled in defeat,” I interjected, sensing the tension escalating.“We don’t need your interference, especially not from wolves who deceived and killed my father!” Jasper’s voice thundered, causi
"You... I remember you," my eyes sparkled with recognition as I took in the seer's serene smile."Yes, Luna. It is me again," the seer replied, her voice calm and knowing. "I told you that your belief would lead you out of this dark fog and reveal the truth. And you truly have changed fate because you believed in your love."Her words seemed to weave a spell around us, and in that moment, memories of our first meeting came rushing back to me. I was struck by how deeply meaningful her words had been. Everything she said was true.Though every sign had pointed me toward Damon, my unwavering belief in my love for Zander had broken the curse and led me to my true mate. Fate was altered by the power of belief. I was awestruck by the realization that such a small word held such immense power, capable of averting the inevitable."Thank you for warning me and for your loyalty to the pack. The Moonglow pack will always be indebted to you for your loyal services," I said, my voice filled with g
The tears poured down from my eyes as we kissed. I whimpered against my mate's lips, overwhelmed by a rush of emotions. I was happy, yet the disbelief lingered—I had almost lost him. It was true that we never truly valued our loved ones until we almost lost them. I had experienced both hell and heaven in those few moments when my mate lay lifeless on my lap, and then he breathed again. I knew better after almost losing him what he was to me, and I would never ignore him over anything. He was everything I needed to live, breathe, and feel alive.“Why are you crying, my mate?” Zander’s brow furrowed in concern as he gently took my face in his large hand. His touch was tender, and his eyes searched mine with a depth of love and worry. I shook my head, trying to smile through my tears, but the emotions choked me, leaving me speechless.I gazed at his beautiful face, the one I had feared I might never see again, and took a deep breath before finding my voice.Tears streamed down my face a