Present time... Alpha Xavier interrupts me. "So you are the fiancee Gabriel is looking for. You are Victoria." "Yes. I don't know how, but my parents fell for his charm just like I did," I say. "Alright, go ahead and continue with the story," he urges me. I take a deep breath and close my eyes, taking myself back to my nightmarish past. ~-~ Back then... My parents were excited about me being engaged to Alpha Gabriel, so they agreed to let me stay at his packhouse. It wasn't all that unusual for a girl to do that right before becoming someone's Luna, so they didn't bat an eye. So off I went to start my new life with Alpha Gabriel. Alpha Gabriel was waiting for me outside of the front door, pacing. His wide smile stretched from ear to ear as he greeted me. "Victoria! You made it!" he said excitedly and pulled me into an embrace. I reluctantly hugged him back. I reluctantly hugged him back, trying to hide the unease I felt deep inside. There was something about his overly enth
With a heavy heart, I wasted no time and ran back to my parents' house. As soon as I opened the door, I could feel the tension in the air."Victoria, what happened? Why do you look like this?" my mother said in a worried tone.I tried my best to keep my tears at bay, but I could feel them spilling out of my eyes. My dad had just walked in when he noticed my distress. He rushed to my side and took my hand in his."Victoria, what is going on? Is everything okay with Alpha Gabriel?" he asked.At the mere mention of Alpha Gabriel's name, I could feel my heart sink. Tears streamed down my face as I couldn't hold them in anymore. I shook my head and said, "Everything is not okay, mom and dad. Alpha Gabriel is a jerk!"My dad looked at me with concern, and my mother's face was filled with sadness. I told them everything that had happened, how I caught Alpha Gabriel cheating on me with another woman, and he said he wanted to keep a mistress by his side.My parents were angry and disappointed,
Present day... I shiver violently as I recall everything that had happened to me at Alpha Gabriel's house. The memories of the events feel like a physical weight on my chest, making it hard for me to breathe. Suddenly, I feel a hand on my shoulder and I jump. "Relax, it's just me. I had to touch you to make sure you were okay. You seemed to get lost in your story," Alpha Xavier says. I look down. "I am sorry. It's not easy for me to relive those days." Alpha Xavier embraces me as if to comfort me, so I rest my head on his chest. "You can stop here if you want. I don't want to push you." I shake my head against his chest. "No, I need to tell you everything before Alpha Gabriel tries to take me away again." "I won't let him," he growls, making me smile. "I still want to tell you everything now," I say, wiping my tears. "Alright then, continue," Alpha Xavier says. ~-~ Back then... I felt dazed and confused on my first night back at Alpha Gabriel's house. After he took over our
Present day... "He drank your blood? That's interesting," Alpha Xavier comments, snapping out of my memory. "It was disgusting," I snarl. "Could it be that he is part vampire?" he asks. I consider this for a moment. "But vampires drink blood directly from the veins, don't they?" "Yes, but maybe he likes it to be served to him," Alpha Xavier shrugs. "Either way, it was wrong, and the next few days were torture because of it," I say grimly, then continue my story. ~-~ Back then... After that day, taking my blood became a regular thing for Alpha Gabriel. Every day, they dragged me to that room and drew some of my blood in a bowl. Alpha Gabriel wasn't present all the time, but taking my blood was still a routine. They must've been delivering the bowl straight to his room or serving it to him for breakfast. I dreaded the days when Alpha Gabriel was present during my blood draws. He had a look of craving in his eyes like he couldn't wait to get his hands on the liquid life I provi
Alpha Gabriel "You are sure that was Victoria," I ask Fenrir, who had come empty-handed. "Yes, Alpha, it was her. I have no doubt. I almost had her if that Alpha Xavier didn't interfere. He seems very protective of her too," Fenrir says. That asshole Alpha ruined my plan! I almost had her back, but Fenrir failed to fight Alpha Xavier off, so now here he is, standing in front of me, bloodied and defeated. "I am so sorry, Alpha Gabriel, but that guy was much stronger than me, so I couldn't kidnap Victoria," Fenrir says, his eyes on the floor. I seethe with anger as I stare at Fenrir, my heart pounding in my chest. This was supposed to be the perfect plan, the one that would finally reunite me with Victoria. But now, thanks to his incompetence, Alpha Xavier stands before me, blocking my path to her. "You imbecile!" I hiss through clenched teeth, my fists trembling with rage. "You had one job, Fenrir, one job! And you couldn't even manage that? You were supposed to be the best, the
Alpha Xavier I no longer want to hide Sylvia from everyone, so tonight, I decided to hold a ceremony to announce our mate bond. The weight of secrecy had burdened us for far too long, and it was time to let our pack in on the truth. I know that this revelation would come as a shock to some, but I can't deny the love and connection Sylvia and I shared. "Gather everyone at the field. Tell them there is going to be a celebration of me finding my mate," I tell one of the elders of the pack. My voice is steady, but my heart is racing with anticipation and anxiety. This is a big step, one that will change the dynamics of our pack forever. As the sun sets, the pack starts to gather at the field. I can feel their eyes on me, and I know they are all curious about what's going on. I stand tall, my eyes scanning the crowd until they land on Sylvia, who is standing at a distance. The love and affection I feel for her is overwhelming, and I take a deep breath to steady myself. "My dear pack,
Alpha Xavier Sylvia shudders against me and I can feel my body responding eagerly. She turns around in my embrace so that her gaze is level with mine. The moonlight pouring through the window casts an ethereal glow on her features, and for a moment, she looks like a goddess. "You are such a pervert," she says, but she doesn't look angry at me. She reaches out and touches my face. Her touch is like a fire burning deep within me, igniting a passion that I can no longer control. I lean into her caress, savoring the feel of her soft fingers against my skin. "Guilty as charged," I reply with a smirk. She smiles, and her gaze meets mine in the pale moonlight. She traces invisible lines across my jawline and trails her fingers down to my chest. "You are so beautiful, like a statue carved out of marble," she breathes. I blush, heat spreading across my cheeks at her words. No one has ever said such sweet things to me before and it's both humbling and empowering at the same time. I'm not u
Waking up next to my mate is the best feeling in the world. The first thing I notice is the warmth of his body pressed against mine, a comforting embrace that instantly banishes any remains of sleepiness. When I open my eyes, I'm greeted by the sight of his peaceful face, and it makes my heart full of happiness.I can't help but smile as I watch Alpha Xavier sleep, his chest rising and falling rhythmically with each breath.I should wake him up, but I don't want to!So, instead, I tiptoe out of bed and get dressed. I quietly get dressed, trying not to make a sound as I move around the room. Every now and then, I steal a glance back at him, unable to resist the urge to watch over him even as he sleeps. The day outside is bright and sunny, with a slight hint of chill in the air. I smile as I step out into the morning light, feeling the warmth seeping into my skin like a gentle caress. The sky is a perfect blue hue, and everything looks so peaceful.But little did I know, things were a
****Author note: This epilogue is written in the third person point of view so every character can be involved.**** Six year later... It is time. Alpha Xavier decides it is time to end his leadership and hand over the title to his older son, Adrian. The weight of leadership had rested heavily on his shoulders for many years, and now, he felt the time had come to pass the mantle to the next generation. "Are you sure he is ready for this?" Sylvia asks. He looks at his Luna and smiles fondly. She had been by his side through thick and thin and he trusted her advice. "Of course, my love. Our son is more than capable of leading this pack," Alpha Xavier reassures her. Sylvia sighs. "I trust your decision. And yes, you are right. Adrian is capable. And Anna is excellent as his Luna," she says with a smile on her face. "We raised our children well, don't you think?" Alpha Xavier smiles. "Yes, we did." With a heavy heart, Alpha Xavier calls for a meeting with all the pack members. The
The new information I acquired from the Faeland both amazed and shocked my parents.My mother looks at me thoughtfully. "It does make sense as to why I posses the special blood to heal wounds," she says.I nod, my mind still trying to process everything. "It seems like Fae blood runs in our family, Mom. But why didn't you ever tell me about it?"My father chimes in. "Your mother and I had no idea."My mother reaches out and places a hand on my cheek. "We love you, Adrian. I wouldn't hide something like this on purpose.""I understand, Mom, Dad. But now that I know, I want to learn more about this Fae power within me. I want to use it for good, just like I did in Faerieland today."My parents exchange glances, and my father finally nods. "You're right, Adrian. There has to be a way to harness your hidden powers.""By the way, how was your date? Do you love Anna yet?" my sister chimes in.I chuckle at my sister's question, which comes out of nowhere in the midst of this serious conversa
Anna looks at me, her eyes filled with determination. "We have to help them, Adrian. We can't let these evil creatures harm these Faeries."I nod in agreement, and we quietly devise a plan. We'll use our werewolf abilities to our advantage. I'll create a diversion to draw the attention of the Dark Fae away from the vulnerable group, while Anna will lead the women and children to safety.I take a deep breath and prepare to shift into my wolf form. As I do, my body undergoes a transformation, and I feel the surge of power coursing through me.I give Anna a reassuring nod, and she silently guides the terrified group away from the danger zone. Then, with a swift and silent motion, I burst out from behind the pillar, my wolf form charging at the Dark Fae.The element of surprise is on my side, and the Dark Fae warriors are momentarily taken aback. I use my agility and strength to disarm and incapacitate them, ensuring they can't harm anyone.I identify the leader and charge at him but his
"Intruder!" the Fae girl yells.She sounds like a pissed off mobster, which is really weird.But I don't have time to think about the strangeness of it all, because at that moment, dozens of Faeries fly towards us like missiles.Instinctively, I guide Anna behind me."We mean no harm," I cry out."A petite, blonde-haired Faerie flies at us with alarming speed. I manage to grab hold of her, but she looks at me furiously and whips her long, pointed ears towards my neck. She digs her sharp fingernails into my shoulders as she tries to tear out my throat."Ouch!"My cry of pain blends with Anna's shocked cry.Out of nowhere, the ground begins to crumble beneath us. We tumble over the steep embankment and fall down, down, down into a pit of black, inky darkness.As we land with a thud at the bottom, I realize that my shoulder is bleeding profusely from the Faerie's attack. I look around in panic. Is Anna hurt?But thankfully, she was right next to me and appeared to be fine.Anna looks aro
It has been a week since Anna and I got married, and our relationship has been confusing to say the least. I still can't figure out my feelings for her. I know seeing her with another man made me burn with jealousy, but so what? That doesn't mean I love her or anything!"You are an idiot," Elara comments.I groan. "This is why I don't like telling you anything. How am I an idiot?" I ask and glare at her.Elara rolls her eyes and takes a sip of her drink. "You're an idiot because you're in denial. You don't get that jealous over someone unless you care about them more than you're willing to admit."I lean back in my chair, crossing my arms. "I don't know what you're talking about. It's just a stupid, irrational feeling.""Is that what you really believe, Adrian?" Elara challenges me.Ugh...I don't know!Over the next few days, I couldn't shake off the conversation with Elara. She had a way of cutting through my stubbornness and making me confront my emotions head-on. Every time I see
"See? That's what I'm saying!" Richie exclaims. "You don't need someone like him. He doesn't deserve you and doesn't appreciate you. He will keep hurting you, Anna."Oh, this asshole is trying to get hurt now, I say to myself.Anna wipes her tears away. "Yes, you are right. Adrian doesn't deserve me at all.""Then let's be together," Richie says and pulls her closer to him. To my utter disgust, he pressed his lips to hers and kissed her.So that's it? Is she just going to let him have her because I pushed her away? We are married, damn it!'Rip that asshole a new one,' my wolf growls inside, and I can't agree more. I let out a thunderous growl and jumped in front of them.Richie jumps back, shocked. Anna's eyes widen in fear, and I can smell the shock radiating off her. But my gaze is fixed on Richie. My wolf bares his teeth, ready to attack."You stay away from her," I snarl, my voice low and dangerous.Richie stumbles back, trying to put some distance between us. "Man, chill. I was
I don't remember when I fell asleep after our lovemaking, but when I woke up next, Anna wasn't lying next to me anymore.I rub my eyes and look around the room groggily but don't get up. I don't feel like waking up as my body is still humming with pleasure. I want to stay in bed all day.Anna invades my mind unwillingly as I picture her from last night.Her soft skin, her scent. The way she moaned..."Good morning, my husband!"Anna's shrill voice shakes me out of my trance. I groan. "What?""I brought you some breakfast, my beloved. Let's eat together," she chirps, and I see the tray in her hands.I sit up reluctantly and take the tray she brought me. I can smell the aroma of freshly baked bread, and my stomach rumbles in response. She brings out a cup of steaming hot coffee and hands it to me. Anna watches me with a satisfied smile as I slowly sip on the coffee.My gaze shifts to the breakfast. Slices of French toast drizzled with honey, accompanied by some freshly cut fruit. The si
I cough nervously. I can feel my own member turning hard as I mentally prepare myself for what's to come. Shit...what did I get myself into just now? "T...take off your panties," I instruct. Anna gives me a small nod. She gathers the skirt of her wedding gown and pulls it up a bit, then slides her underwear down. Her face is completely red, even the back of her neck. It's kind of cute, seeing her get flustered like this! Am I...being taken over by my sexual desire? No! I can't let that happen! But my penis is getting harder by the minute. I turn away from Anna and gasp. "What's wrong?" she asks, her voice is small and she sounds embarrassed. "Nothing. Is it completely off?" I ask. "Yes. What do I do now?" she asks, her voice is barely audible. "Just spread your legs," I reply. "Okay," she replies. I feel my penis move through my pajama pants and stand erect in front of her. Anna's eyes follow its motion and light up strangely, but she doesn't comment on it. My heart is racing i
The ceremony begins as the sun sets and the full moon rises in the night sky.I am standing in front of Anna, who is dressed in her wedding gown and her hair all done up. We are surrounded by our pack, who are here to celebrate our union.The union I don't want.But does it matter what I want anymore? No, it doesn't, at least not to my family and Anna's.This is some serious bullshit!Anna is staring at me intently with a small smile on her lips. Her eyes are twinkling under the moonlight. I'll have to admit...she looks amazing in her floor-length dress and blushing bride makeup. But despite her looking like a princess, I wanted to choke her little scrawny neck because she could've tried to stop this!I can hear the murmurs of the pack, their excitement for the upcoming joining ceremony. It's an old tradition that's been passed down from generation to generation. But as I stand here, waiting for my turn to exchange vows with Anna, I feel sick to my stomach."Don't throw up, Adrian," A