*Selena*I met his gaze, my own eyes steady with resolve. "I genuinely don't know who's the mastermind," I replied as my eyebrows wrinkled with stress."Don't try to deceive me, Selena. If you don't provide me with the truth, I won't hesitate to take more drastic measures. I won't be gentle anymore. So don't try my patience," he threatened, his tone carrying a dangerous edge. "I'm asking you very politely now. Who else is involved?""I'm being honest, Zander. And I'm not so self-centered that I'd endanger my entire community out of spite... even if I... I do hate you," I confessed, my breath escaping in a frustrated exhale."Really?!” His response was a skeptical snort. “So, what's your purpose in stealing this information?" He challenged, his voice harsh and confrontational, causing me to look away."Enough with your convoluted explanations. Tell me the real truth, dammit. Who are you working for?" His tone shifted, his demand growing more serious."I've already told you the truth,
*Selena*I stood there, a sense of uncertainty washing over me as Zander disappeared into the bathroom. The seconds felt like minutes as I waited, my mind a whirlwind of thoughts. The room seemed to tighten around me, and I found myself pacing back and forth, my eyes occasionally glancing at the ticking clock on the wall.Finally, he emerged from the bathroom, clad in sleepwear that hung comfortably on his frame. His hair was still damp, each strand catching a glimmer of light as he ruffled it with his hand, a casual yet enticing gesture that sent a shiver down my spine. I swallowed hard, my heart doing an erratic dance in my chest. It was impossible to deny – my ex-mate looked strikingly hot."You want to use the bathroom?!" his voice broke through my reverie, concern knitting his brows together. I shook my head slightly, still trapped in a trance, my voice held hostage by the sheer intensity of the moment."Okay, let's call it a night," he declared, his footsteps leading him to his
*Selena*"How… how would I know when you've never told me?" I countered, my voice tinged with a mix of frustration and sorrow."You know, Selena, I'm not good at expressing my feelings. But I'm disappointed that you never felt it," Zander murmured, his voice carrying a note of sadness that tugged at my heartstrings.I took a deep breath before responding, "This isn't my mistake, Zander. Every time we've been together, it's either been making love or discussing the Moonglow pack and our duties. You've never said those three magical words," I complained, innocence lacing my tone."I accept my mistake,” to my surprise, he admitted. “For all those missed moments, I want to say I love you, Selena. I love you so much." His words hung in the air, heavy with longing, before he pulled me into a deep, passionate, and almost hungry kiss."I love you too, Zander. I've loved you all along," I confessed, my voice barely above a whisper, my eyes now glistening with unshed tears as I looked into his b
*Selena*Silently, I slipped back into my room, the early morning light casting a gentle glow across the space. The stillness of the hour ensured that there were no prying eyes to question my movements. As I stepped inside, a sense of eerie normalcy greeted me. My room appeared untouched as if the events of the previous night were mere figments of my imagination. Zander had my room settled to its previous condition. But try as I might, I couldn't erase the haunting image of Lola's blood-covered body from my mind.Perching myself upon the bed, I contemplated the next step of my plan. My duties in the kitchen would soon demand my attention. But I had a few moments to collect my thoughts. A gentle knock broke the concentration, rousing me from my contemplation. With slow and measured steps, I crossed the room and swung the door open. Blair stood before me, her face etched with a combination of fear and concern. She spoke, her voice laced with regret, "Selena, are you alright? I wanted
*Selena*As I stepped into the kitchen to carry out my duties, an unsettling feeling immediately enveloped the room. The atmosphere seemed far from normal. A distinct absence lingered, a void left by Lola's departure. The Omegas regarded me with disdain as though I held some responsibility for Lola’s untimely demise. I, too, missed her dearly; her sudden death was a wound that hadn't yet healed. Lola had been more than a friend, a sisterly figure with an unparalleled sweetness.Avery and Eden's expressions were far from welcoming. Their glances conveyed a palpable unhappiness as if my presence there was undesirable. Eden deliberately assigned me an array of arduous and extra chores, attempting to keep me preoccupied. Despite the hardship, I needed to see it through. Time was slipping away, and the urgency of my next move pressed upon me. Eventually, lunchtime came and went, and the kitchen was finally clean. A rare moment of tranquility settled upon me.During breakfast and again at
*Selena*He moved one of my legs over his shoulder, and his warm lips pressed against my wet area. His kisses ignited a shiver through me, intensifying the dampness between my thighs. Sensations of moisture trickling down my skin heightened as he continued his actions.His tongue traced a long path, and as he glanced upwards, his gaze locked onto mine. The sight of him on his knees, pleasuring me, added to the heat of the moment. Gradually, he enclosed my clit between his lips, sucking with fervor that caused my eyes to shut involuntarily, overwhelmed by pleasure.My legs wavered, and I clung to his shoulder for support."Open your eyes, baby," he growled, making me submit to his desire. My eyelids lifted, finding him pleasuring me as if it was his utmost duty. His half-lidded eyes burned with desire, his lips glistening with my arousal. Nuzzling into my wetness, he inhaled deeply, savoring the scent of my desire. His tongue resumed its exploration, diligently licking every inch of m
*Selena*I was taken aback when the person standing before me came to light, and I could see the face clearly. My mind raced, trying to connect the dots and uncover the reason behind this unexpected encounter."So, you are the mastermind behind all of this?!" I asked, shaking my head slowly in disbelief. Out of all the people on my suspect list, I wouldn't have thought that the vampire prince, Damon Shadowborne, could be behind all the conspiracies. "I didn't intend to reveal myself like this, but your persistent demand forced my hand," he replied curtly. His expression was devoid of emotion as he inquired, "Where is the data, Selena?""Oh, the data! Yeah!" I mumbled, collecting my thoughts. "It's in the possession of the Alpha King. I believe it would be best for you to deal with him directly and present your offer," I responded, a wicked smile playing on my lips.Damon's face turned pale, his eyes reflecting shock and disbelief. Before anyone could process the situation, Zander eme
*Selena* I made my way back to the pack house. Zander had ordered one of the soldiers to accompany me.Zander and Maddox left to interrogate Damon and Emile, and the minutes had crawled by as I anxiously waited for their return. The atmosphere in the pack house had shifted, a palpable tension hanging in the air. Whispers and hushed conversations echoed through the hallways, spreading the news faster than wildfire. The entire pack was abuzz with curiosity and concern, gossiping about Damon and Emile.Finally, the moment arrived when Zander and Maddox returned. My eyes immediately sought out Zander's face, searching for any hint of the information he had gathered. His expression was an enigma, his features a mask that betrayed nothing. It was the kind of unreadable demeanor that made it impossible to guess anything.However, it was Maddox who didn't look like himself. His usually strong and composed facade had crumbled, replaced by an expression of utter devastation. "Zander, I told y
Zander finished training with the male warriors, and now it was time for the female warriors to begin their session. The female warrior trainer stepped forward as Zander walked out of the wrestling ground, accepting a towel handed to him by one of the male omegas on duty at the training grounds to attend to the Alpha and other officers.In the far corner, Maddox was practicing in another training area, and I couldn’t help but notice Blair’s eyes fixed on him.Watching Blair and Maddox’s love story unfold right before me was so sweet; it felt like witnessing a romantic tale come to life.But my happy moment disturbed when I heard the voice of one of the female warriors.“Alpha, can we not have the honor of your training as well? Or is your perfection reserved only for the male warriors?”My eyes darted from the female warrior to Zander, whose expression was unreadable and stern.“Of course, I will train you. For an Alpha, all his warriors are equal,” Zander declared firmly.His words b
*Selena*I thought he would jump at the opportunity after hearing my proposition, but what happened was the exact opposite of my expectations.“You’ll get your laptop today,” he said in a dismissive tone, and I was left utterly shocked.“Are you sure you don’t want anything in return?” I asked, my voice dropping to a teasing whisper as I observed him intently. But he didn’t even glance in my direction.“I’ve had a long day. I want to rest,” he said, his tone detached, leaving my jaw practically on the floor.My mate—Alpha King Zander Blake—refused the kiss. Refused me. He didn't know but I might have been willing to offer more than just a kiss if he had pressed.What was that? Did he hit his head somewhere, or was something seriously wrong with him?Seeing that his mood wasn’t good, I quietly followed him to the room. Without a word, he entered the bathroom, leaving me alone. I stared at the closed bathroom door for a few moments before walking over to the cupboard, selecting his clot
I stood before my pack house, my legs threatening to give out beneath me as my heart and mind waged war against each other.‘Come on, Zander. Do you really think Selena is behind those deaths?’ Lyon growled in frustration. ‘I’m not ready to believe she could do something like that.’I let out a long sigh, a wave of defeat washing over me. I didn’t want to believe it either. But as a ruler, I couldn’t ignore the facts—and the facts were pointing in a direction I couldn't refuse to accept.Taking a deep, steadying breath, I pushed open the doors and entered the pack house. The sight that greeted me eased a fraction of the weight on my chest.Austin’s cheerful laughter filled the room as he sat cross-legged on the floor, his tiny hands gripping crayons. Anne knelt beside him, patiently helping him with his kindergarten coloring assignment. Seeing my son happy melted away some of the stress that had been clawing at me, even if only for a moment."Zander," Anne greeted me with a warm smile
*Zander*I received a mind link from the border security team, alerting me that something was wrong. Without wasting a second, I rushed to the headquarters. The air was thick with tension as I entered, and the grim faces of my team only deepened my unease.“Report,” I commanded, my voice sharp as I approached Freya, who stood examining the scene on the monitors.Freya’s expression was grim. “Alpha, we found several people dead in the peripheral regions. Their bodies were discovered in strange and unnatural conditions.”“What do you mean by unnatural?” I demanded, my brows furrowing.“It’s unlike anything we’ve seen before,” she admitted hesitantly. “At first glance, it resembles a plague, but we haven’t been able to identify the cause or source. The tests are inconclusive.”I clenched my fists, anger boiling beneath the surface. “I didn’t appoint the best team to hear vague explanations, Freya,” I growled, my voice carrying the weight of my frustration. “You’re the best in your fields
Author’s POV.After Selena returned to the Moonglow pack, the High Priestess decided it was time to seek an audience with the Moon Goddess. She ascended to Asgard, the celestial realm where the gods and goddesses convened, their thrones casting an ethereal glow over the star-studded expanse.The chamber was a grand spectacle, with a sky-like dome swirling with constellations, the air shimmering with divine energy. Seated on their ornate thrones were the gods of the realms.Kaelvor’s deep voice echoed through the hall as his piercing gaze fell upon the High Priestess. “Why did you send Selena back? What about the wedding?!” he snapped, his tone heavy with impatience. The High Priestess lowered her hood, revealing a calm yet resolute expression. “I tried to stop her, but she wouldn’t stay,” she replied, her voice steady and composed.Sylvara, the serene goddess of wisdom, tilted her head in curiosity, her silver hair flowing like moonlight. “You’re aware the day of sacrifice is drawin
“You're not serious, are you?” I gasped, blinking at him as I nervously leaned back while he leaned closer to me.He chuckled and, oh Goddess, the sound was so deep and teasing. “Why do you look so nervous, mate? I just asked for a kiss. That's it.”“You are… you are shameless,” I mumbled, narrowing my eyes at the clear amusement he was taking in my misery.“If anyone else had said that,” he growled, his voice carrying the unmistakable authority of an alpha, “they would’ve been dead by now.” His tone softened just slightly, though his gaze remained intense. “Only you can say such disrespectful words to me and get away with it. And still, you don’t understand—you don’t need to be nervous around me.”Such a big ego my alpha had. Me? Afraid of him? Never. I was the queen of the Lunar Realm, a descendant of the Moon Goddess herself. I had no reason to fear him.But… somehow, whenever he was this close, his presence seemed to mess with my resolve. My heart betrayed me, pounding loudly in m
After finishing his food and juice, Austin got up and walked over to his dad. Zander leaned down to give him a gentle kiss on the forehead, and then Austin went to his grandmother. She kissed his cheek as he said goodbye before heading off to kindergarten with the royal driver. I followed him to the porch, where the sleek black Mercedes was parked, watching as he climbed in. Once the car disappeared down the driveway, I headed back inside.When I returned to the hall, I saw Zander and Maddox talking near the entrance, while the rest of the family was still gathered at the breakfast table."Zander, you didn’t get ready?" Maddox’s voice broke through my thoughts, and I glanced at Zander. He was still in his sweatpants and a plain T-shirt, clearly not dressed for work."What’s wrong?" Zander questioned instead of replying, his tone sharp and authoritative. Typical alpha behavior."Nothing," Maddox replied calmly. "I was just thinking if you’re coming to the office late, I can reschedule
Zander took the fruit bowl and began placing cut fruit onto my plate, followed by some eggs and sausages.“This... this is way too much for me,” I said, my eyes widening as I realized there was no way I could eat it all.“Eat more, mate,” he replied, his voice laced with teasing. “These are all your favorites, right? You should eat properly. Otherwise, the people of your realm will start gossiping that their queen’s mate doesn’t take care of her.” The arrogance of the alpha king echoed in his voice, and I couldn’t complain. I had known what I was getting into when I chose to love this domineering alpha king.“You’re only concerned about your new mate and have forgotten your son, Zander,” his mother’s annoyed voice cut through the breakfast chatter, making us both turn to her. Her sharp tone brought my attention to Austin, who was pushing his plate away, his little face scrunched up in irritation. His omega nanny was trying, unsuccessfully, to coax him into eating, but he refused to ev
“Hi!” I greeted with a warm smile as I stepped into Austin's room.“Hi, Selena!” Blair replied with her smile just as warm-hearted as I remembered. A sense of relief washed over me—she hadn’t changed.I glanced at Austin, who was still cuddled in her arms, and hesitated, silently asking through my eyes if I could come closer. My heart ached at the bittersweet moment—I had to ask for permission to be near my own son. Such a cruel twist of fate.Blair nodded with an encouraging smile, and I moved toward Austin. “Hey, baby boy,” I whispered softly, brushing my fingers through his hair.He stirred, lifting his head and blinking up at me with sleepy eyes. “Ready for school?” I asked gently, smiling at him.“No, I still have to get ready,” he said, his lips forming an adorable pout.“Aww, then let’s get started, honey,” I said, scooping him up from Blair’s arms. To my immense relief, he didn’t protest. My son—he must have felt his mother’s love, as deep and unconditional as ever.I carried