The Alpha's Forbidden Luna

The Alpha's Forbidden Luna

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“Why wouldn’t he just tell me?” I muttered to myself. “What else is he hiding?” Seraphine, a wolf-less Luna, is trapped in a fated bond with Alpha Lucien, the leader of the Crimson Pack—who may hold the key to her parents’ brutal murder. Haunted by fragments of that tragic night, she uncovers a chilling conspiracy that ties her mate’s pack to her family’s downfall. Driven by vengeance, Seraphine regains her wolf and her strength, determined to destroy Lucien and the Crimson Pack. But when buried truths reveal unexpected betrayals and dangerous alliances, she’s forced to decide: trust the man she swore to hate or risk losing everything in a deadly war for justice and love.

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Chapter 1

Chapter 1: Veil of Pretense

Seraphine’s POV

“Do you ever cook for him, Seraphine?” Elena asked, her lips curling into a mischievous smile.

I sipped my tea slowly, buying time. “Cook? For Lucien?” I shrugged. “Not really my thing.”

She raised an eyebrow. “You’re Luna now. It wouldn’t hurt to surprise your mate with something homemade every now and then. I mean, you already have him wrapped around your finger. Imagine how much tighter the knot would be with your cooking skills.”

I chuckled, though the idea unsettled me. “I don’t think he’d care. He’s busy with pack matters most of the time.”

Elena leaned closer, her voice dropping to a whisper. “You don’t have to want to. But everyone’s watching you, Seraphine. They want proof that you’re a perfect Luna—devoted, loving, and all that. Baking cookies might just silence those whispers about you not being ‘worthy.’”

Her words hit a nerve. I hated that she was right. The pack already saw me as an outsider—a wolfless Luna with no bloodline to back up my title. I haven't ever been accepted anywhere, my brothers forced me to marry Kiran months after my parents died. Fortunately for me, Lucien was my mate.

But even here in his pack, I’m not welcomed. I am even denied access to some places in the Pack House, especially the attic. Lucien has always kicked against me going there.  Moreover, I was never interested in this marriage, all I want to do is find out who killed my parents. I don't know why, but I have a strong feeling I can get more answers from the attic. Anyways, I know I wont stop trying till I get what I want.  

“Hello… come back to me”, Elena said, even as she noticed I was lost in my thoughts.

“Sorry, I was just carried away by some crazy thoughts.”

“It's fine”, she said. “So are you gonna finally prepare something for Lucien?”

My stomach twisted at the thought of cooking for Lucien, not out of love, but to keep up appearances.

“I’ll think about it,” I mumbled, setting my cup down.

Just then, a young warrior ran into the garden, skidding to a stop before us. He was panting heavily, his eyes darting between Elena and me.

“Luna,” he began. “There’s been... an incident. Beta Ryder’s son got into a fight with one of the warriors. The other wolf claims it wasn’t his fault, but… during the fight, Ryder’s son killed the bird Alpha Lucien gave you.”

The words barely registered at first. The bird. The one Lucien gave me on the day of our mating ceremony, calling it a “symbol of our bond.” I never cared for the creature, but I’d learned to feign attachment, just as I’d learned to feign love for Lucien.

I stood, brushing off my dress. “Where are they?”

“In the courtyard,” the warrior replied.

Elena shot me a concerned glance, but I ignored it, even as I headed towards the courtyard.

****

The courtyard was a mess. Darien stood tall, his chest puffed out as if daring anyone to challenge him. His opponent, a younger wolf named Kai, had a split lip and a defiant glint in his eye. The lifeless body of the bird lay between them, its once-bright feathers dull and lifeless.

“Luna Seraphine,” Darien said with a mock bow as I approached. His tone was dripping with sarcasm. “I trust you’ll handle this situation fairly.”

Fairly. The word soured on my tongue. Darien was a bully, and everyone knew it. His brother, Ryder always defended him, no matter how much trouble he caused.

Kai stepped forward, his voice steady despite the tension. “He started it. I only defended myself.”

Darien snorted. “Lies. He insulted me first. What was I supposed to do? Let him get away with it?”

I studied them both, my mind racing. Punishing Kai for defending himself felt wrong, but punishing Darien would undoubtedly stir up more whispers about my lack of authority as Luna.

“Is that so?” I asked, keeping my tone neutral. “Kai, why would you provoke him?”

“I didn’t,” Kai said, holding my gaze. “But does it really matter? Everyone thinks you’re too soft. That you’ll let him go because you’re scared of Beta and his brother.”

Darien smirked. “Watch it, kid. You’re already in a lot of trouble.”

I ignored Darien and kept my focus on Kai. His words hit me hard—not because they were mean, but because they were true. The pack didn’t want me as their Luna.

“Elena, get me Beta Ryder,” I said over my shoulder. Moments later, Ryder appeared, his expression stormy as he marched into the courtyard.

“My little brother has done nothing wrong,” he declared before I could even speak. “That bird was a gift to you from the Alpha himself. Don’t you think the one who started this should be punished?”

I took a steadying breath, forcing my expression to stay calm. “Perhaps we should hear both sides before making a decision—”

“Or perhaps,” Ryder cut me off with a look, his voice sharp and loud enough for the gathering wolves to hear, “a wolf-less woman like you should know her place. A Luna who can’t even shift has no right to judge wolves who actually contribute to this pack. Do you even know what it means to lead? Or are you just here because the Alpha felt sorry for you?”

The murmurs around us grew louder, a few wolves snickering at her words. Ryder took a step closer, his lips curling into a mocking smile. “You talk about fairness and decisions, but what have you ever done for this pack? You can’t fight, you can’t protect, and you certainly can’t command respect. Maybe it’s time you realized what everyone else already knows—you don’t belong here, Luna.”

The insult hit harder than I expected. My cheeks burned with anger, but I refused to let him see how much his words affected me.

Before I could respond, a deep, commanding voice cut through the room.

“That’s enough!!”

The crowd instantly parted, and Lucien walked forward. His powerful presence silenced everyone, even Ryder. His eyes found mine, and in them, I saw anger—but also concern. Without hesitation, he closed the distance between us.

“Come here,” he said, his voice softer now but no less firm. Before I could respond, he grabbed me gently but firmly, pulling me into his chest. His arms wrapped around me, shielding me from everyone’s stares.

I barely had a moment to catch my breath before he tilted my chin up with his fingers. His lips pressed against mine—warm, firm, and so soothing. When he pulled back, his lips brushed my forehead in a lingering kiss, soft and protective.

“What happened here?” he asked, his tone cold and unyielding, though his hands stayed on me—one on my waist, the other lightly stroking my back.

Ryder opened his mouth, but he held up a hand. “I asked Luna.”

I took a shaky breath, leaning into him as I began to explain what happened. My voice trembled at first, but his steady presence calmed me. His thumb gently brushed against my side as if telling me he was here, that I wasn’t alone.

“As your Alpha, I won’t tolerate anyone—anyone—disrespecting my mate,” he declared, his voice ringing out clearly. “Seraphine deserves the same respect you show me, if not more. Any slander, any whisper of doubt about her authority, will be dealt with swiftly.”

His golden eyes narrowed on Ryder, who immediately averted her gaze. “That includes you, Ryder. You are my second in command but make no mistake—I mean every word.”

The power in his tone left no room for argument. When he shouted again, “Do I make myself clear?” the courtyard echoed with the voices of the pack responding in unison.

“Yes, Alpha!”

Satisfied, Lucien’s expression softened slightly as he glanced back at me. Then his attention shifted to Darien.

“Do you deny bullying Kai?”

Darien hesitated, his confidence wavering under Lucien’s gaze. “He provoked me first.”

“Lying won’t save you,” Lucien said sharply. “You’ll spend the next week patrolling the borders. And if I hear of any more incidents, you’ll wish you’d learned some restraint today.”

Darien’s face turned red, but he didn’t argue. Ryder, however, looked ready to explode.

“Lucien—”

“My decision is final,” he said, cutting him off.

****

As we walked back to our quarters, the silence was suffocating, so I broke it. “You didn’t have to defend me back there. I could’ve handled it.” 

Lucien glanced at me, a faint smile tugging at his lips. “I know you could’ve. But I couldn’t just stand there while Ryder spewed nonsense about you.”

“Still,” I said, looking up at him, “Kai was brave to stand up to Darien. Not many would have the courage.”

Lucien’s smile faltered, and he shot me a sideways glance, his brow arching slightly. “Brave, huh? You seem awfully impressed.”

I shrugged, feigning indifference. “Just noticed .”

Without warning, Lucien stopped walking and turned to face me. His hand gently cupped my chin, tilting my face up toward his. “I don’t like hearing you talk about other men like that,” he murmured, his voice low but teasing.

I rolled my eyes, though my pulse quickened at the closeness. “Don’t be ridiculous.”

His thumb brushed lightly against my cheek, and the corner of his mouth twitched into a smirk. “Ridiculous? Maybe. But I take care of what’s mine.” His hand slid from my chin to the back of my neck, his fingers tangling in my hair as he leaned down. His lips brushed mine softly, leaving me breathless.

He pulled back just enough to look into my eyes. “You worry too much,” he said softly. “What’s going to happen if I’m away and someone bullies you?”

I forced a playful smile, trying to steady my voice. “What should I do, Alpha?. I might be lost without you.”

His laughter was low and warm as he wrapped an arm around my waist, pulling me closer. “You’d survive. You’re tougher than you look.”

I leaned into him, letting the steady rhythm of his steps guide mine. Tough? Maybe. But not in the ways he thought.

How could I not be? Life hadn’t handed me a silver platter. No, it had thrown me into the fire and watched as I crawled my way out, scarred but standing.

Why wouldn’t I be tough? My brothers’ wickedness had been enough to harden me. Growing up under their cruelty had stripped away any innocence or softness I might have had. I’d learned to endure, to survive, to wear a mask that no one could see through.

This royalty nonsense? It didn’t faze me. Being Luna, living in this grand estate, pretending to love an Alpha who had no idea who I really was—all of it was meaningless.

All I wanted was the truth.

Who killed my parents? Who ripped them away from me, leaving me to fend for myself in a world that had no mercy? That was the only thing that mattered. Not pack politics. Not titles. Not loyalty to wolves who whispered behind my back or called me wolf less as if I were something broken.

Lucien chuckled again, oblivious to my thoughts. “You’re too quiet. What’s running through that sharp mind of yours?”  

“Nothing important,” I lied smoothly. “Just tired, I suppose.”

He reached out, his hand grazing mine in what I assumed was meant to be a reassuring gesture. “You don’t have to worry so much. I’m here.”

I smiled faintly, the gesture not reaching my eyes.

If only he knew how much I didn’t need him….

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135 Chapters
Chapter 1: Veil of Pretense
Seraphine’s POV“Do you ever cook for him, Seraphine?” Elena asked, her lips curling into a mischievous smile.I sipped my tea slowly, buying time. “Cook? For Lucien?” I shrugged. “Not really my thing.”She raised an eyebrow. “You’re Luna now. It wouldn’t hurt to surprise your mate with something homemade every now and then. I mean, you already have him wrapped around your finger. Imagine how much tighter the knot would be with your cooking skills.”I chuckled, though the idea unsettled me. “I don’t think he’d care. He’s busy with pack matters most of the time.”Elena leaned closer, her voice dropping to a whisper. “You don’t have to want to. But everyone’s watching you, Seraphine. They want proof that you’re a perfect Luna—devoted, loving, and all that. Baking cookies might just silence those whispers about you not being ‘worthy.’”Her words hit a nerve. I hated that she was right. The pack already saw me as an outsider—a wolfless Luna with no bloodline to back up my title. I haven't
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Chapter 2: Accusations
Seraphina’s POV“Pass me the cookies on the pan,” I said to the maid, brushing flour off my hands. It was about time I finally gave in to Evelyn’s advice and tried baking something simple, like cookies.The maid handed me the tray, her head bowed slightly. I gave her a small nod before taking it and placing the cookies on the cooling rack. They looked good—soft, golden, and slightly crisp around the edges.“Not bad,” I murmured, more to myself than anyone else.As I set down the last cookie, I paused. The faint sound of howling reached my ears, low and distant at first. Then it grew louder, sharper, echoing through the packhouse.My fingers froze mid-air, and the sweet aroma of chocolate and vanilla suddenly felt cloying. My heart skipped a beat. Something was wrong.“What’s that?” I muttered to myself, wiping my hands on my apron. The howls weren’t celebratory or routine. They were urgent—filled with pain and anger.The kitchen door burst open Evelyn, her face pale and stricken, stu
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Chapter 3: Secrets
Lucien’s POVThe night was unusually quiet, save for the distant howls of the patrol wolves.I stood on the balcony of my office, the cool breeze rustling the papers on my desk behind me.The view of the dense forest beyond the packhouse usually calmed me, but tonight, my thoughts were a storm I couldn’t quiet.Seraphine.I gripped the balcony railing, her name a weight on my mind. My mate—my Luna. She was standing beside me, yet she felt miles away.“Lucien,” came a knock on the door.I turned to see Beta stepping in, his expression grim. “It’s the warriors,” he began, his voice cautious. “They’re talking about Luna Seraphine’s.”“Again?” I asked, my voice colder than intended.Beta nodded. “While they were all training for tomorrow’s hunt, they were saying they would not serve a Luna who isn't their blood”“And what do you think?” I asked, folding my arms as I fixed him with a hard stare.He hesitated. “She’s not like us, Alpha. She’s... different. Wolf-less. It’s hard for us to tr
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Chapter 4: Deceit
Seraphine’s POVI opened the doors to Lucien’s office and paused.He didn’t notice me standing there. He was staring at his desk, a soft smile tugging at his lips. Whatever he was thinking about, it seemed to pull him far away from this room.“Lucien!” I called.He flinched, his head snapping up as though I’d dragged him back to reality.I stood at the door, my arms crossed. “You’ve been up here all evening,” I said, narrowing my eyes at him. “Aren’t you going to rest?”He leaned back in his chair, watching me with that calm, assessing look he always wore. “Couldn’t sleep.”I hesitated, then took a few steps into the room. The moonlight streaming through the balcony doors cast a soft glow on his face, making him look almost... peaceful. It was a rare sight. “Neither could I,” I admitted quietly.His gaze softened. “What’s keeping you up?”I shrugged, trying to sound casual. “Just wanted to surprise you.”He raised an eyebrow, clearly not buying it. “Really? You’ve never been a good l
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Chapter 5: Whispers of Duty
Lucien’s POVA sharp knock on the door startled me awake. My eyes blinked open, the lingering warmth of the dying fire casting dim, flickering light across the room. I sat up with a groan, running a hand through my disheveled hair.“Who is it?” I asked, my voice gravelly from sleep.“It’s me, Ryder,” came the familiar voice from the other side of the door.I sighed, rolling my shoulders to loosen the tension. “Come in.”The door opened, and Ryder stepped inside, his expression a mixture of hesitance and apology. “Sorry to disturb your rest, Alpha,” he said, bowing his head respectfully.“It’s fine,” I replied, waving him off. “Seems I overslept anyway.”Ryder’s brow arched, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes. “You? Oversleep? That’s new.”I chuckled softly, leaning back against the headboard. “Yeah, tell me about it. Seraphine made me something last night. Sweet, perfect… exactly what I didn’t know I needed.”Ryder crossed his arms, his lips curling into a knowing smirk. “The Lun
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Chapter 6: Shaows
Seraphine’s POVI woke before the sun, my heart already pounding in my chest.The room was quiet, save for the faint murmur of voices drifting through the closed door. I recognized one immediately—Lucien’s deep, commanding tone, steady even in casual conversation. Ryder’s lighter voice answered, though I couldn’t make out the words.I stayed still, listening.“I’m ready,” Lucien said after a moment, his voice firm. “We’ll deal with this quickly and return by dusk.”It was time.I had spent the night ensuring that Lucien was too distracted to notice anything amiss.I’d cooked for him, doted on him, and given him the kind of s*x that left us both breathless and tangled in each other. It wasn’t just to show affection—it was a strategy.I needed him to trust me completely.He wouldn’t suspect a thing, even if he come back from hunting and find out that someone has been to the attic, I thought as I lay there, waiting for him to leave.When I finally heard the sound of boots in the hallway
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Chapter 7: War looming
Lucien’s POV“Did you see the size of it?” Ryder’s voice broke the silence as we sat around the fire, the glow of the flames dancing on his face.“I saw,” Liam replied, his tone low. “Still can’t believe we brought it down. Took all of us.”“It’s not just the size,” another wolf interjected. “Those claws, those eyes… like nothing I’ve ever seen before.”I stayed silent, staring at the beast tied to the stake near the fire. Its lifeless body was a crazy sight, with fur matted in blood and flesh still glistening under the firelight. I could barely wrap my mind around what we’d faced out there.Ryder glanced at me from across the circle. “What do you think, Alpha?”My gaze didn’t leave the beast. “I think…” I began, my voice heavier than usual. “I’ve never seen anything like this in my life. And I don’t know how something like this exists in our woods without us knowing.My pack hunting group fell into a tense silence.“Get some rest,” I said finally, standing. “Tomorrow, we’ll deal with
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Chapter 8: Doubts
Lucien’s POV“Well?” I asked, my tone sharp. “What is it now, Ryder?”He exhaled, finally speaking. “The men outside, Alpha… they’re talking.”“Talking?” I snapped, my irritation flaring. “Talking how?”Ryder hesitated again, his eyes darting to the tent flap as though weighing whether to answer. “They’re saying… all this might be a bad omen.”I stilled, the words lingering in the air. My hand tightened on the edge of the table as I stood, my movement deliberate and slow. “A bad omen,” I repeated, walking toward the map spread across the table. My eyes scanned its surface, though my mind was elsewhere. “What are they implying, Ryder?”He didn’t answer immediately. My gaze snapped to him, the weight of my stare unmistakable. “Speak,” I barked, my wolf voice underscored with a low growl. The sound rippled through the air, making Ryder flinch and immediately drop to one knee.“They’re saying,” he began, his voice strained, “that the bad omen… might be because of your Luna.”The words hit
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Chapter 9: Cutting Distractions
Seraphine’s POVI froze mid-step as Elena’s voice cut through the hallway.“Seraphine!”I turned to see her running toward me, her auburn hair bouncing as she moved. She stopped a few paces away, slightly out of breath, her hands on her hips.“Phew,” she said dramatically, fanning herself with one hand. “You had me looking for you everywhere! Where have you been?”I plastered a polite smile on my face, trying to mask the swirl of emotions that had been dragging me down. “I’ve been... busy,” I said absentmindedly, already feeling the exhaustion creep in from this inevitable conversation.Elena tilted her head, narrowing her eyes. “Busy?” she repeated. “You sound off, Seraphine. What’s wrong?”I tensed. My instincts screamed at me to shut her out, to guard the storm of truths and suspicions swirling in my mind. There was no way I could tell Elena what I had discovered—not yet, maybe not ever.Forcing a smile, I said, “Nothing, probably just the usual pack issues driving me crazy.”Her f
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Chapter 10: More Secrets
Seraphine’s POVI stepped into the corridor, my thoughts swirling with Evelyn's words. Her concern was genuine, but she didn’t know what I was dealing with. Couldn’t know.My room was just ahead, and I quickened my pace. The key to the attic was still where I had hidden it—tucked away beneath a loose floorboard under the bed. As soon as I reached the room, I closed the door quietly behind me, locking it for good measure.Dropping to my knees, I reached for the small gap in the floorboards. My fingers slid into the groove, pulling the plank free with a faint creak. The key glinted faintly in the dim light filtering through my curtains.“Got you,” I muttered under my breath, pocketing it.The attic. It was the one place that might hold the answers to the growing pile of questions in my mind. I slipped out of my room again, careful to avoid any unnecessary attention.The staircase leading to the attic was in the western wing of the packhouse, far from the more frequented areas. As I roun
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