Liana POVI found Elara in her room, sitting propped up on the pillows on her bed. She was reading a letter, and she flinched when I stepped inside, immediately hiding the letter behind her. “Elara?” I said cautiously.Her gaze snapped to mine, filled with anger and something else—fear? “What do you want?” she snapped in a sharp voice. “I just wanted to see if you’re okay,” I replied, trying to keep my tone gentle.“If you’ve come to show me your fake concern, then I don’t need your pity,” she spat. “Infact, by coming here, you can't hide what you are doing. I know what you’re doing.”I frowned. “What are you talking about?”Her eyes narrowed. “Don’t play dumb, Liana. This explosion? It’s all too convenient. You’ve been here for weeks, stirring up trouble. Maybe this was your way of taking over the pack.”“What the fuck do you mean?” I asked, rage bubbling in my chest. Why did I come to see her? “I mean, isn’t it clear that it was you behind the explosion.”My jaw dropped. “You th
Liana POVKaden’s words hung in the air like a heavy storm cloud.When Darius disconnected the call, I couldn’t help but stare at the phone. “A case?” I repeated, my voice barely above a whisper. My heart thudded in my chest as panic settled in my bones.Darius’s jaw tightened as he glanced at me. “Yes,” he said in a low voice, taking a step away from me. He stabbed his fingers in his hair and I could feel his frustration through the bond.“This is absurd,” I blurted, pushing myself off the door. “How can Rowan claim I’m being held against my will? I mean just yesterday his gamma came to meet us. Did he give him an unfavorable report? And the Council is listening to him?!”“It’s Rowan,” Darius replied grimly. “He knows how to twist the truth to suit his needs. He’s trying to make me look like the villain.”I clenched my fists, my anger bubbling over. “Maybe I should talk to my father. He might—”“No,” Darius cut in sharply, his eyes blazing. “You won’t contact him.”“Why not?” I asked
Liana POV The next morning, I stood with Darius, Kaden, and a group of warriors at the pack gates. I was getting anxious by the minute as we prepared to leave for the Elder Council. Honestly, I was surprised to see so many pack members join us. But they looked at me, exchanged glances and then bowed to me. In a low voice, I said to Kaden, “Why are so many people joining us to the council?” I had a doubt that they wanted to see my downfall. Kaden’s lips curled up in a small smile. “Because they are indebted to you for fighting next to their Alpha as his equal and then helping everyone after the explosion. This is their way of showing their solidarity to you.” A lump formed in my throat because tears welled in my eyes. But I blinked them away because I couldn’t feel prouder of those who were standing with me at the time when I needed them the most. Even if I lost at the Elder Council, I knew that I had the support of so many, which was comforting.Darius came close to me and held my
Liana POVI clenched my teeth when the Elder asked his question. From my peripheral vision, I saw Rowan who was looking smug and self-righteous. Tiara growled in my mind, asking me again to wipe that smugness off his face, but I had to calm her rage.Darius took a deep breath and stood, his blue eyes unflinching. “I did not abduct Liana,” he said firmly.Murmurs erupted from the other side of the room as the Midnight Claw pack members sat quiet in clear support of their Alpha.“He’s lying,” a warrior next to my father hissed.“His Beta forced Liana to come to him,” said another.“She was kidnapped by him.”“He could have returned her, but he chose to keep her confined.”The Elder raised a hand, silencing the murmurs in the room. “You will have your chance to speak.” Then he turned to Darius. “Alpha Darius, do you have anything to add to it?”“Yes, Elder Hosky,” he said in a deep, commanding voice. “Liana came to my pack of her own will. She was not taken by force. Rowan marked her wit
Liana POVThe room was heavy with silence after Elder Hosky’s pointed question. My heart pounded in my chest as every pair of eyes focused on me. Darius’s hand subtly brushed against mine, a silent encouragement. I took a deep breath and stood, meeting Elder Hosky’s gaze directly.“I have something to say,” I began in a firm voice despite the dread in my stomach. “Yes, I was present at the ceremony, but I was not a willing party. Rowan marked me against my will, and I was given no choice. My father’s guards chained me in silver chains, and brought me to the main hall where Rowan was present. I was forced to sit down as Rowan marked me.” The memories of him marking me forcibly came to my mind, and my eyes became moist. A murmur rippled through the council members. Rowan scoffed, his lips curling into a mocking smile. “Oh, come on, Liana. You were eager enough to become my Luna.”I glared at him, my fists clenched. “That’s a lie, and you know it.”Elder Hosky raised his hand to silence
Liana POV My entire focus was on Darius, my body locked, humming with energy. Tiara was absolutely quiet as she listened to him. I could feel her awe and respect for him. As for Rowan, he had paled like he had seen a ghost, like his castle of lies was about to crumble. My father just stared at Darius with his breath lodged in his throat. Darius continued, “After Liana crossed the river, she was so exhausted and badly wounded that she became unconscious. I had to leave her at Kaden’s residence because I returned to where I had found her to check if any of the enemy wolves were following her. As anticipated, there were two wolves who managed to track her.” His lips curled in a smirk as he glanced at Rowan. “Let’s just say that those two wolves never crossed the river.” I shook my head. Darius protected me with all he had, even though I never knew him, even though I was his enemy’s daughter. While Rowan forced his mark on me though I was his ally’s daughter, Darius protected me, thoug
Liana POVWhen the Elders announced they will be punishing Rowan and Alpha Victor, excitement cruised through me. It felt like a victory. Elder Hosky looked at me and smiled. “Because of you, all the Elders have decided that they will change the law for the Lunas of the community. This is a new world and the she-wolves have equal rights just like the wolves.” “Thank you, Elder Hosky,” I said, unable to contain my elation. “It means a lot.” Elder Hosky then turned to look at Rowan. “Since you lied to us in the sacred council and thought you could take us for fools, you incur heavy penalty. We order you to pay five hundred thousand dollars as a penalty in a week.” Rowan gasped in shock.Elder Hosky’s eyes went to Alpha Victor. “Since you coordinated with Rowan to orchestrate this case, and you helped him build the lie, you will be penalized as well. You will pay a hundred thousand dollars to the council within a week for wasting our time in a case that had no foundations, for wasting
Liana POV“Elara has fainted for the fourth time today. I’m taking a two-day leave, if that’s okay with you Alpha?” Nero rasped. “Fainted?” Darius’s eyebrow arched. “Why? What happened?” Nero shook his head. “I don’t know. She was recovering and all at once, her condition has deteriorated. It’s like she has been poisoned.” “Poisoned?” I said in a voice laced with disbelief. “Who has the audacity to poison Elara?” I asked. It wasn't like people could poison a pack member so easily. Nero’ face scrunched up with worry. “I don’t know, but I am just too worried about her. The doctors are attending to her right now.” “Okay,” Darius breathed. “You can take the leave and keep me informed about her.” “Yes Alpha.” Saying that Nero walked out, leaving me with more questions than I could imagine. “Who the hell could've poisoned her?” Kaden asked, keeping his coffee mug on the table. “I’m lost here, Alpha Darius.” “I don’t know,” Darius murmured. “But this is serious. I’m putting up an inq
Liana POV I knew that voice. I knew that laughter. It was the bane of my existence. Elara. The woman who did everything in her own twisted way to keep me away from my mate while she enjoyed her mate. And even became pregnant with his pup. A shudder ran down my spine when I remembered how she pegged it on Darius. Gritting my teeth, I followed the sound, stepping deeper into the dungeon. When I reached her cell, I found her lounging against the wall, her hair disheveled, his clothes tattered and her face gaunt. She looked like a ghost from the past. Her cell was stinking with rot and mold and uneaten food. With my heart hammering in my chest, I went to stand in front of her prison just to tell her that this was her karma. But some people never learn, do they? “Elara,” I smirked. “You look perfect here.” "How cruel of you, Liana," she purred, her voice dripping with venom and helplessness. "To throw a pregnant woman into the dungeons. The Luna of the Midnight Claw Pack, no less. Wha
Liana POV “Liana?” Darius’s sleepy voice reached my ears. “What’s up, love? Come back,” he murmured and pulled me back in his arms. His hard cock pressed against my belly’s side and I knew that my husband was already seeking to get inside me. Without another word, he rolled me on my back with him on the top, pressing me on the mattress. As soon as I opened my legs, he was inside me in one thrust. He groaned, his eyes flashing golden as if his wolf wanted to come out. “Fuck,” he muttered. “I could live all my life inside you.” Saying that he began to thrust at a punishing speed, making me whimper. His balls slapped against my pussy and the only sound in the room was that of our sex slapping each other. He buried his face in the crook of my neck and licked his mark. The action was enough to send shivers of lust down my body. My pussy clenched so tightly that stars burst in my vision and orgasm hit me in waves. I cried his name as he increased his pace, and within a few seconds, he fo
Liana POV The journey to the Midnight Claw Pack felt long, even though we were traveling in cars. I sat beside Darius and my fingers gripped the edge of my seat as the trees blurred past the window. His hand was on my thigh and as if sensing my anxiety, he gently squeezed it. “What is it, baby?” he asked. I leaned my head on his shoulder and his arm instinctively curled around my shoulders. Why did I feel like my old home was behind me now, and ahead lay a new beginning—a place where I would be Luna? Why did I feel like I won't be returning as Alpha Liana but as Luna Liana? “I don’t know what lies ahead?” I said with a sigh. “I’m scared of the future.” Darius pressed a kiss on the top of my head. “Lia, I can understand your anxiety, love. But why don’t you think that it is a new beginning of our life? Our enemies are defeated and our packs are going to flourish. I will make sure that our pack members get the best they deserve.” My eyes went to the driver who was driving our car. H
Liana POV The scent of blood hung thickly in the air as we rushed the human girl to the hospital. The doctor led the way, his eyes focused on her, while Kaden and Kaycee walked by the stretcher’s side that was carrying her fragile body. I followed closely behind, along with Darius with a pounding heart.The moment we entered the hospital, the doctors sprang into action. They took her to a private ward where the head healer, an older man, examined her with urgency. He pressed against her wounds, checking the severity. "She has suffered significant blood loss. It looks like someone assaulted her and left her to die," he informed us grimly. He narrowed his eyes and lifted her hands. As he examined her fingers, he said, “It looks like she struggled against that person.” He sniffed her nails and gasped. “She fought against a werewolf and managed to survive. Now that’s interesting.” Shock rippled. A dangerous growl emanated from Kaden as Kaycee curled his hands into tight fists. The hea
Liana POVThe next day as the morning sun filtered through the windows of the Silver Moon Alpha house, I couldn’t help thinking about Kaden’s words. But this was an issue that needed to be addressed as soon as possible. I wanted to stay with Darius, but I also wanted to stay with my people. They had just been released from my father’s tyrannical rule, and they had a lot of expectations from me. “What are you thinking, love?” Darius asked as he kissed my temple. I was sitting on the balcony and staring at the forest ahead while sipping my morning fuel. I closed my eyes, leaning into his touch. Sighing, I replied, “Was thinking about how to go further from now.” I took a ragged breath. “We both just started with the good times for our packs and why do I feel like we will stop the growth of our packs by this union?” He sat beside me and took my coffee. Sipping it, he turned toward the forest, his gaze unfocused. “I have a solution, Lia, but for that I need your consensus. If you agree
Liana POVWhen I woke up the following morning, our room was bathed in soft golden light, filtering through the sheer curtains of our room. I stirred first, my body instinctively seeking the warmth beside me. Darius lay on his side, his arm possessively draped over my waist, his breathing slow and even. For the first time in a long while, there were no battles to fight, no immediate threats looming over them. Just peace. Just us. Just bliss.I turned in his embrace, resting my palm against his chest, feeling the steady rhythm of his heartbeat. The sight of his relaxed features made my chest tighten with emotion. This was my mate. My husband. My Alpha.“Are you watching me sleep, little moon?” Darius’s deep, sleep-rough voice sent a shiver down my spine. His eyes were still closed, but a small smirk tugged at his lips.“Maybe,” I admitted, tracing a slow line over his bare shoulder. “You look different when you’re sleeping. Less scary.”He cracked one eye open. “Scary?” He rolled on to
Chapter 67Liana POVWe were both so desperate that the moment we were in my room, we were removing each other’s clothes. Darius couldn’t wait and ended up pulling my top in a way that it’s hook ripped from its place. He pushed me to the bed and I thought he would lie on me. Instead, he flipped me to my belly. When he sank his teeth into my butt cheek, lightly sinking his fangs, I breath burst from me. I let out a whimper and then he started peppering my back with kisses. He sucked and grazed my back in between his kisses. “Goddess, I can't get enough of you!” he rasped. Once he had touched every part of my bare skin at the back, he flipped me onto my back. His face was drawn into a tight expression with so much possessiveness that it was almost feral. His chest rumbled and his eyes flashed golden which meant that his wolf wanted to come out. He moved his hand to my thighs and pushed them open. When he pressed me with his body weight, latching his mouth on my nipple, I gasped. My bre
Liana POVThe air was cold and sweet with the scent of pine and moonflowers as I stepped out of the car. And the moment I stepped out my breath caught at the sight before me. The Moon Temple stood tall, shimmering under the soft glow of the full blood moon. It felt magical in a way I’d never experienced before. When I was a pup, mom would come here often with father and they would perform sacred rituals praying to the goddess to give strength to my father, but nothing to my mother. A shudder ran down my body as I realized how my father abused my mom in every possible way. I was so glad that he was rotting in Darius’s dungeons. Shoving those thoughts from my mind, I focused on the temple which was adorned with garlands of white roses and ivy. Lanterns lit the pathway, casting a golden glow on the faces of our pack members who had gathered to witness my marriage with Darius. My heart swelled with emotion as I saw familiar faces smiling at me, their eyes warm with affection. This wasn’
Darius POV When I went to hunt Rowan in the forest yesterday, every step I took into the dense forest only increased my frustration. Rowan’s scent was faint, barely a thread to follow in the cold woods. I wanted to catch him, wanted to end this game of deceit he played with all of us, wanted to kill me with my bare hands. The knowledge that he had been so close, hidden like a snake—burned in my chest. How could we not sense him? But Rowan was cunning. His trail led me over streams, which masked his scent. It wasn’t long before I realized he had planned his escape well and he sacrificed his mate for that. By the time I reached the edge of the human territory, the trail was cold. He was gone.I let out a growl, the sound reverberating through the silent woods. My fists clenched as unease settled deep in my chest. Rowan might be gone, but he wasn’t finished—not yet. And that knowledge gnawed at me as I turned back toward the manor.As I walked, my thoughts shifted to Liana. She was my