Ryan’s PovIt had been exactly four days.Four agonizing days since Aurora collapsed.She wasn’t dead. That was the only relief I had. Her chest rose and fell with each slow breath, her heartbeat steady beneath my palm every time I checked. But no matter how many times I called her name, no matter how much I begged, she wouldn’t wake up.Desperate, I had sought Selene’s help. But even the Selene had only given me a cryptic response."She is alive. She is unharmed. But she will wake when she chooses to."That was it. That was all she said before disappearing, leaving me with nothing but frustration and helplessness.So I stayed.I never left her side, not even for a second unless absolutely necessary. The only times I stepped away were for quick showers or unavoidable meetings with the Elders. But even then, I rushed back. I ate beside her. I slept beside her. And when Leila and Mira cleaned her up, I refused to leave the room, watching over her like a hawk.I was the Alpha. Feared by
Ryan’s PovAurora pushed herself up from the bed, her legs unsteady beneath her. She looked weak, too pale, like her body was still catching up with everything it had endured. I instinctively reached for her, but she pulled away sharply."Let me be," she muttered.The rejection stung more than I wanted to admit. I knew she was still angry. I knew she had every reason to be. But damn it, watching her struggle and not being able to hold her, to comfort her, was tearing me apart.I swallowed my frustration. "I'm sorry," I said quietly.She didn't respond. She just straightened her back, took a slow breath, and said, "Let's go."I could feel the tension crackling between us like a storm waiting to break, but I said nothing more. We left the room, Elliot and Caleb following close behind, and descended the stairs.A woman stood in the center of the grand hall, her back turned to us. Her attire was something I couldn’t even begin to describe, a mixture of flowing fabric and symbols that seem
Aurora’s PovA madwoman walked in here today and told me I was a witch and a werewolf.Who even talks like that?And now, she wanted me to leave with her? Was this some kind of joke? I stared at her, my mind trying to catch up with the insanity happening before me."You have to come with me," Ziani said, her voice calm, too calm, like she was explaining something as simple as the weather. "You want to know where you come from. You want to know where your mother is from."My heart skipped a beat.I took a shaky breath, narrowing my eyes at her. "Wait… how do you know my mother?"Ziani smirked, tapping a finger against her lips like she was savoring a secret. "Are you really not going to offer me a seat? So we can all sit and talk like reasonable people?" She glanced at the room, then back at me. "Or do I not look reasonable to you?"Ryan’s body tensed beside me. "Stop all this and just get straight to the point." His voice was low, sharp, deadly.But Ziani only laughed. "Nope. I’m not
Ryan’s PovAurora barely made it to the garden before her steps slowed. Her breathing was uneven, her hands shaking slightly as she ran them through her hair. I knew she was overwhelmed. Who wouldn’t be?But I couldn't leave her alone. Not like this.I stepped closer. “Aurora, we have to take it easy. We don’t have to believe everything she says.”She turned to me, her eyes burning with frustration. “Seriously, Ryan? We have to believe her. How else would she know what happened to me three or four days ago? How does she know about my mother? How does she know about Elliot?” She took a shaky breath. “How does this even happen?”I wasn’t sure what to say. “She must have figured it out somehow.”Aurora let out a dry laugh, shaking her head. “No, Ryan. She didn’t figure anything out. She knows.” Her voice trembled. “I’m a witch and a werewolf.”The words felt heavier in the air.Aurora pressed a hand to her chest. “But that’s not even the worst part. The real issue is that you…” Her voice
Aurora’s PovI had a plan.I was not just going to go with Ziani. I was not going to blindly follow her into a world I barely understood. But before anything else, before I could even think of my own safety, I needed to save Ryan.Ziani studied me carefully, then nodded. “Since you have made your choice, you must prepare for the journey soon. Now that you have bloomed, everyone will be restless for their leader’s return.” She tilted her head slightly, her expression unreadable. “You have no idea what you have just awakened, do you?”I swallowed but said nothing.Ziani continued, turning to Ryan. “This is where you come in. You need to train her, teach her how to use her werewolf senses properly. It will not take long because the power hidden inside her will accelerate the process. She has more advantage than most, being both werewolf and witch. It is time she learned how to use it.”Ryan’s entire body tensed beside me. I knew he wanted to protest, to argue, but Ziani ignored him.“You
Aurora’s PovI screamed so loud that my throat burned. My heart pounded against my ribs as I clutched my chest, struggling to process what had just happened. There was a voice, a real, talking voice, inside me.Ryan stepped closer, his expression calm despite my full-blown panic. “Relax,” he said. “It’s already part of you. You have to get used to it.”I shot him a glare. “Get used to it? Something just spoke inside my head, Ryan!”He nodded. “Yeah, because she’s your wolf. Try talking to her. Just think it, and she’ll hear you.”I swallowed hard, glancing at Elliot and Caleb, who were both grinning like I was some kind of amusement show.I narrowed my eyes. “Are you guys mocking me?”Caleb quickly shook his head. “No, no, we’re not mocking you. We’re just… impressed.”I knew they were definitely mocking me, but I ignored them and focused on what Ryan had said.Taking a deep breath, I closed my eyes and thought, Hi, Melissa, I’m Aurora.A response came instantly, her voice soft but co
Aurora’s PovI stared at Lily, my mind reeling. She’s the girl from the business trip.“You….” I pointed at her, my eyes narrowing. “I never knew you were a witch.”Lily smirked, crossing her arms. “And I never knew you were a werewolf. And a witch, too. Such a coincidence.”I shook my head in disbelief. “Unbelievable.”She shrugged. “Anyway, fun time’s over. We have to get started.”Before I could respond, Ryan stepped in. “No. You are not getting started today.” His voice was firm, leaving no room for argument. “Aurora needs rest. She should eat, take a bath, and then sleep. You can start preparing tomorrow morning.”Lily turned to me. “Would you prefer it that way?”I let out a deep breath. “Yeah, I am kind of exhausted. I prefer it that way.”Ryan nodded in approval, then turned to Lily. “One of the maid will take you to the guest room.” He looked back at me, his eyes softening. “Come on, let’s go to our room. The maids will bring your meal there.”I nodded and followed him.As so
Ryan’s PovAurora was in the training ground again. Day three. And she had learned so much.More than I ever expected.I had watched her push herself past exhaustion, staying up all night with the spellbook Lily gave her, practicing spells relentlessly. One night, she had tried to summon a simple flame to light the room—but instead, she nearly set the entire place on fire. Another time, she brought the wind, the storm, and the rain inside the room. It had taken her forever to stop it, and Lily? She had just stood there, arms crossed, watching with that smug look of hers."This is part of your training," she had said when Aurora begged for help.And now, here she was in the training ground, sweat dripping from her forehead, her stance firm, her fists clenched as she sparred with Jamie. She was getting faster, stronger. More dangerous.Jamie dodged her first few attacks easily, grinning, teasing her. "Come on, Aurora. You can do better than that."She growled in frustration, adjusting h
Karen’s PovI have been watching. Waiting.Every day, I moved unseen through the corridors of this mansion, listening, observing. I watched them whisper about her, pray for her, cry for her. Aurora. Aurora. Aurora.Her name was on everyone’s lips, like she was some kind of savior.It was pathetic.She had actually left to break the curse, to throw herself into the jaws of death, and for what? Love? How foolish.I had given Ryan everything. My love, my loyalty, my soul. And still, he had chosen her. But I told myself it wasn’t over. I told myself I had time. That if I played my cards right, I could get him back.Then today happened.The mansion was alive with excitement. People were gathering. And when I saw what they were looking at, who they were looking at, my blood boiled.Aurora was back.She had survived.And I knew, at that moment, that if I didn’t act now, I would lose everything forever.So, I stepped into the mansion.Nobody stopped me. They all still saw me as the ex-Luna. R
Ryan’s PovI sat alone in my room, staring at the empty space before me. It had been a month and a week since she left. Since Aurora walked into that cursed place. Since she vanished from my life.Every day without her felt like a slow death.I had no reason to live anymore.I had fought, waited, hoped, prayed. But she was not back.And now… I was starting to fear the worst.Ziani had come to Shadow Heaven today, her face grim, her words laced with worry."It's taking longer than expected," she had said. "Maybe… maybe she made the wrong choice by going in."The words sliced through me like a dagger.Was this how I was going to lose her?No.No.I clenched my fists so tightly my nails dug into my skin. Aurora was strong. She had fought battles before. She had survived the impossible.She was going to come back to me.She must come back to me.Then, suddenly, I heard it.Noise. Screaming. Voices rising in panic.My body tensed. My wolf growled. Something was happening.I shot to my feet
Aurora’s PovMy eyelids felt heavy, my body weak, but my mind was sharp. The moment my eyes fluttered open, I saw them.Jazmine and Rhys.They were dragging me, their hands gripping my arms as if I were nothing more than a discarded rag doll. They thought I was still unconscious. They really thought I was still asleep.Their voices were hushed, but I could hear them."She must be out of her mind for coming here," Jazmine muttered."It’s because of love," Rhys replied. "You can do anything for love."Jazmine scoffed. "Now love is going to kill her."I clenched my teeth. No, I thought. Love can never kill me. I will fight for love. And I will win.I reached for Melissa, my wolf, my other half."Melissa," I called out in my mind. "We have to fight."Her response was weak, strained. "We’re tired, Aurora…""No," I said, firm and unwavering. "We are not tired. We have to fight. We have to win this battle. Or don’t you want to go back to Draven?"Silence. Then, a whisper of longing. "I miss
Aurora’s PovMy eyes fluttered open, but the world around me was nothing but darkness. My body ached, my head was pounding, and for a moment, I couldn’t remember where I was or how I got here. Then it all started coming back.I had walked into the portal. I had felt the pull of another world, dragging me into the unknown. Days ago. Or weeks. I couldn't tell. Time didn’t exist in this place. The only thing that remained was the memory of that voice calling my name."Aurora."And then the impact. A sudden, sharp blow that sent me spiraling into unconsciousness.Now I was here. Chained. Weak. Trapped.I tried to move, but the cold bite of iron dug into my wrists and ankles. The chains rattled, heavy and unbreakable. My breathing was uneven as I struggled against them, but it was no use. The air smelled of damp stone and something unnatural, something suffocating. I wasn't alone.The door creaked open, and footsteps echoed against the stone floor. A woman stepped into the dim light, her e
Ryan’s PovI shouldn’t have let Aurora go.I shouldn’t have allowed my little one to step into that portal.It has been exactly one month. One full month since she disappeared. And nobody has heard from her. No whispers, no signals , no dreams, no nothing.She hasn’t come back. We don’t know if she is alive.I sat in my room staring at nothing feeling like nothing. My chest felt hollow like my heart had been ripped out and left bleeding on the cold floor. I didn’t know what to live for anymore.When Aurora walked into that thing we waited. Two weeks. Two weeks standing in that cursed witch kingdom watching the portal hoping praying for a sign. But there was nothing. Not a single trace of her. Eventually we had no choice but to return.And now another two weeks have passed and still she isn’t back.What if something happened to her? What if she is trapped? What if she is suffering? What if she is.No.I squeezed my eyes shut forcing the thought out of my head. This is not how it ends.
Ryan’s PovWe walked into Eldoria, the witch kingdom. It was nothing like I expected. No weird mist, no dark magic lingering in the air, no signs of an evil presence. It was just a town. A normal town. People walked around like any other place, living their lives.Ziani led the way, her steps confident. Aurora’s grip on my hand tightened, and I felt her fear even though she tried to hide it. I leaned in and whispered, “Aurora.”She didn’t look at me. “Ryan, please don’t make me change my mind. Let’s just follow her.”Ziani’s voice broke through the moment. “The seven witches who will perform the spell are already waiting. Everyone here knows that Aurora is the leader, so if someone bows to you, do not make it awkward.”Aurora nodded, her face unreadable.As we walked further in, I studied the people around us. They didn’t have black eyes or strange appearances. They looked like normal humans. If I didn’t know better, I wouldn’t have thought they were witches.Aurora suddenly stiffened
Aurora’s PovKnock, knock.The sound was distant at first, blending into my dream. But then it came again, louder this time.I groaned, my body still sore from last night. My eyelids fluttered open, and as soon as I registered the time on the clock, my heart nearly stopped.11 a.m."Shit," I whispered.Panic surged through me as I sat up abruptly. "Ryan, wake up!" I shook him, but he barely stirred. "Ryan, get up! It is finally time!"I guessed the sex we had last night had completely knocked us out. We had slept past time, and now, now, Ziani was here.Ryan let out a deep groan, stretching lazily. "Mmm, what?" His voice was thick with sleep.I was already scrambling for my clothes, pulling on whatever I could find. "It is time, Ryan! Ziani is here!"The knocking came again, more insistent this time.Ryan sighed, rubbing his face. "No need to cover me up. I am already up," he murmured, swinging his legs over the bed.I ignored him as I rushed to smooth down my hair, my heart pounding.
Aurora’s povOne more day.Just one more day before Ziani comes to take me.The thought sent chills down my spine. I was better now. I could cast spells, and I knew the ones I needed to fight Jasmine. But what if I had learned everything? What would I be capable of then?I stood alone under the moonlight, whispering spells into the cool night air. My fingers tingled with energy as I practiced, trying different ones over and over again. Lily had left me to train by myself, saying I needed to master things on my own. She was right. I needed this moment alone.Ryan had wanted to stay, but I asked him for space. He was protective, always watching me, always making sure I was okay. But I needed to push myself, to prepare myself for what was coming.Three hours passed, and I was still training, sweat glistening on my skin. I was exhausted but determined.Then, I felt his presence before I even saw him.Ryan’s voice was calm but firm. “Are you okay? You are stressing yourself out too much.”
Ryan’s PovAurora was in the training ground again. Day three. And she had learned so much.More than I ever expected.I had watched her push herself past exhaustion, staying up all night with the spellbook Lily gave her, practicing spells relentlessly. One night, she had tried to summon a simple flame to light the room—but instead, she nearly set the entire place on fire. Another time, she brought the wind, the storm, and the rain inside the room. It had taken her forever to stop it, and Lily? She had just stood there, arms crossed, watching with that smug look of hers."This is part of your training," she had said when Aurora begged for help.And now, here she was in the training ground, sweat dripping from her forehead, her stance firm, her fists clenched as she sparred with Jamie. She was getting faster, stronger. More dangerous.Jamie dodged her first few attacks easily, grinning, teasing her. "Come on, Aurora. You can do better than that."She growled in frustration, adjusting h