It felt like a while ago since I trained when I had just missed a day. I wish I could’ve missed more, to be honest. One of the reasons I always looked forward to coming here was actually because of Praya and nothing else. As much as I wanted to grow stronger, it was tiring when I had to do it almost every day.Praya looked all flushed up and happy when I saw her.“Someone’s in an extremely good mood today,” I said as I sat beside her. She was bent to the ground as she stretched her legs. She quickly turned her head in response to my voice.“Gina,” her face lit up as a wide grin spread across her face.“You didn’t show up yesterday. Where were you?”“Went somewhere with Devyn,” images of Devyn with the kids flashed into my mind and I felt the butterflies in my stomach.“Oh, really now?” the mischievous smirk on her face hinted at something else, and I quickly shook my head.“Remove whatever naughty thoughts you have in your head.”“But you’re blushing all over,” she smirked again, “How
DEVYN’S POVThe moment our eyes locked, her body went still. I was surprised at the sudden change in her, when few minutes ago, she was about to murder someone. Gripping her arm, I pulled her away from the woman she had been hitting. My attention shifted to the blood seeping from her chest, and when I saw the fresh deep wounds engraved in her skin, a violent surge of anger coursed through me.I looked back at the unconscious woman sprawled on the floor, her face matted in blood, that I could barely recognize her features. If I had gotten here sooner, the woman would've been probably dead by now, but Gina had beaten her up pretty bad. Witnessing Gina’s rage had shocked me to the core. I was starting to think I underestimated her. Despite her petite frame, she was undeniably strong. It wasn't just because of her physical strength of a werewolf; her stubbornness and willingness to win fueled her.I had always liked my women weaker and submissive, but Gina was the complete opposite, and
GINA’S POVI woke up trying to recall when I had even drifted off to sleep. Memories from the previous day flooded my mind, and the last thing that happened before I passed out came back to me. I sat upright, relieved to see my wrists and ankles weren’t bound to the bedpost anymore. My gaze moved to my chest and I was surprised to see the wounds healing rapidly.I wondered if it had to do with the solution Devyn had applied to my wounds or my werewolf genes.Whatever it was, I was grateful for it.Anger bubbled through me as I descended from my bed and made my way to the bathroom. My anger was directed at Jessica for being a complete bitch—though I had given her what she deserved. Additionally, I was also mad at Devyn for handling me so roughly the other day.I wasn’t sure if what he did was out of concern or out of spite.Standing in front of the mirror while I brushed my teeth, It seemed as if Devyn was there with me. His scent still lingered in the air, and I breathed it deeply. Me
DEVYN’S POVI noticed Gina the moment she stepped out. Amidst the crowd of women surrounding her, she was the only one I saw. The moon hung motionless in the sky, its glow illuminating only her. When her alluring eyes locked mine, I took in a sharp intake of breath.The dance started as music filled the air. As she walked towards me slowly, the world around us seemed to stop.I marveled at the glorious sight of her. Her luscious wavy hair cascaded around her like the ocean waves. The white dress she wore hugged her skin and I could see the full outline of her breasts through its thin fabric. Lipstick the color of blood-red smeared her lips, adding a sensual touch. A surge of desire coursed through me, and I struggled to maintain control.After swooning over her, our eyes locked. She looked angry that I had been gawking, slightly pouting her lips and shooting daggers my way.If only she knew what the things that look on her face did to me.The women began to dance around in a circle a
GINA’S POV“Last night was a fucking mess.”I groaned as I relived the events of the other night. It was kind of my fault, now that I thought about it. I didn’t know what had come over him at that time, but all I wanted to do was tease him, just as he teased me. I loved the way his eyes never left mine, the way he followed my movements, and the way he gaped at my body.I knew the effect I had on him, and for once, I wanted to be the one in control, but I didn't expect it to reverse on me.“It couldn’t have been that bad,” Praya said, trying to make me feel better, but she wouldn't understand because she wasn't there.“I’m pretty sure everyone saw us and heard me. They must think of me as a sex maniac.”“Trust me, they would’ve been too focused on their dance and finding their mate.”She was right though. Everyone had been extremely enthusiastic about the mating ceremony dance. But I still doubted that.“I was pretty loud, Praya,” I covered my hands in shame as I leaned forward on th
“Uhm hi,” I mumbled as I managed a forced smile. She, on the other hand, was grinning from ear to ear, like we had met personally before.“Don’t just stand there, come in.”A sudden surge of irritation hit me. Why did she act like this was her house? Who the hell was she, anyway?She stepped back, allowing me room to enter. Still puzzled about what was going on, my eyes locked immediately focused on Devyn, seated at the dining table. As I approached, it became noticeable that Devyn had just finished his meal, but there was another plate set on the table across from him.I realized that he was sharing a meal with this woman who had suddenly shown up from nowhere, and a strange emotion stirred within my chest.Our last interaction was during the mate dance, and now a strikingly beautiful and cheerful woman was having dinner with him. The sense of betrayal coursed through my veins, prompting a glare in his direction. However, he didn't maintain eye contact as he usually did; instead, he
DEVYN’S POVGina wore her jealousy on her sleeve when it came to the whole Raven situation; she wasn't fooling me. Despite claiming to despise me a couple of times, she struggled with the idea of me being around a woman I had been intimate with.I understood because If it was the other way round, I would've killed the guy without wasting a second.Raven and I never dated; I had never even dated anyone at all. When I had become Alpha of the Solstice clan after my father, her father; the Alpha of the Silvermoon appeared; offering his daughter for marriage as part of an agreement he made with my dad in the past.My father had been a wealthy and influential man, so marrying into the pack would come with a lot of advantages. When he passed away, I saw no reason to fulfill promises made by a man who didn't deserve it.I declined the offer instantly; marriage had never even been on my agenda. But that didn't stop Raven from throwing herself all over me—I didn't pay her any mind. but when sh
GINA’S POV“How is she like?” Praya asked as I pulled my clothes off and walked into the lake. The warm water worked wonders, relaxing my muscles and relieving tension. A scowl surfaced on my face; the mere thought of Raven made my skin crawl with irritation.“She’s gorgeous, has really big tits, and talks like she breaths in helium,” I sighed as I dipped my head into the water, and out of the water, “I think her voice is fake and it's overly annoying.”“And Devyn didn’t give you any other valid reason why he let her into the house?”“She wants to join our pack.”Praya’s brows knitted together, “But she’s from another pack. Why would she want to join ours?”“I honestly don’t know.”“It sounds suspicious. Maybe she’s a crazy ex who would go as far as leaving her pack just to be closer to him.”I smiled at Praya, “I’m glad we’re on the same page.”“Just watch out for her. Don’t let her steal your man.”A scowl formed on my face, “He’s not my man and I don’t even like him, she’s free to
Six years later.As I open the fridge to get my orange juice, my heart almost leaps out of my chest as Conri jumps out of the fridge. “Boo!”“Oh my goddess! How the hell did you even get in there?” I shriek as I place a hand on my racing heart to calm it down.”Language,” Conri yells, giggling like he just did the funniest shit in the world. He tries to run but I grab his cheek and pinch as I scold him.“Ow! Dad! Mom is hurting me,” he screams as he manages to free himself out of my grasp and run to the living room. Feeling frustration and a headache coming in, I rub my temple as I exit the kitchen, completely forgetting my orange juice. When my gaze falls on Devyn and Praya, I feel warmth creep into my chest. He lifts his gaze and stares at me with admiration and love in his icy blue eyes. As I walk closer to him, I giggle when I see what Praya did to him. He has a large pink bow in his hair, and he’s seated on a stool as Praya paints his nails, her focus unwavering.I cross my arm
GINA’S POVI found myself in a field, lying as I gazed at the skies. I wasn't sure where I was, but it felt and looked like paradise. The moon’s gaze met and I felt a sense of serenity. A hand suddenly caught my attention as it reached out to me. Without hesitating, I took it and I was pulled off the ground. As I stood on my feet, my breath hitched when Praya stood in front of me.My heart warmed as I pulled her into an embrace. “I missed you so much. I’m here now,” I whispered into her neck, breathing in her scent. She was real because I could feel every part of her; from the beating of her heart and the warmth radiating from her body. When I looked in front of me, my mother was standing there, waiting, with a genuine smile on her face. We pulled away from our embrace and Praya held my hand, guiding me further into paradise as she spoke, “Now we can be together.”I followed, my heart radiating with joy. When I reached my mother, I wrapped my arms around her and sank my face into
DEVYN’S POVMy whole world stopped as I held Gina in my arms. It all happened in a flash. With shaky hands, I pulled the blade out of her heart, and my heart sank deeper when she bled more. I pressed a hand to her bloodied chest, trying to stop the bleeding while I caressed her hair with my other hand.“Stay with me, please, stay with me,” was all I kept mumbling. Her amber gaze held mine, but she wasn't there… she wasn't looking. My heart twisted painfully as I felt her heartbeat slow against my palm. Standing on my feet, I carried her in my arms. She felt heavier than usual, her head fell back and her arms sagged lifelessly as I ran. She was still alive, though her heartbeat was faint. There was still a chance to save her. The fight had stopped as the monsters fell dead, probably because their master was dead, but I couldn’t care less… reviving her was the only thing on my mind. I never took my eyes off her face, hoping for some sort of miracle, to see those eyes come back to lif
The energy flowing through me was like nothing I had ever felt before. It rushed through my veins, sending power to my heart. When I looked down my hand, it completely healed, like I was never wounded. The pain in my back and my head was gone, and I felt fucking alive.My eyes fell on the dagger on the ground. It was at a distance but I could see it clearly like it was in the palm of my hand. I walked to it, and in a split second, I had the dagger in my hand. Eyeing the dagger, it grew in my hand until it became a sword.Perfect.I walked towards Wilona until I stood in front of her. Though she was bigger than me, I felt like a giant as she cowered.‘Fuck you!’ she growled and clawed my face, only because I let her. My blood stained the ground, but immediately, I felt my wounds close up.When she saw she was no match for me, her panicked voice shrieked in my mind.’Get away from me!’Rage coursed through me, as I recalled everything she did.“I won’t let you live for all you’ve done.
Everything happened in a flash. Wilona charged towards me and just as she was about to lunge at me, Liam jumped in and clashed into her. They fought, their bodies crashing into the ground and against the walls as they bit and clawed at each other.‘I don't know why you're doing this, but I’m not going to let you kill her!’Liam’s voice boomed in my mind just as he dodged a claw attack from Wilona, and sent her crashing to the ground.‘What do you even have for her that you’re willing to protect her? That you’re willing to lay your life for her?’ Wilona responded as their conversation echoed in my mind.‘Because it’s my duty and I'll protect her till I die.’His words made my heart thump.Wilona circled him, as she snarled, ‘Then die.’She surged forward, and slashed Liam across the face with one vicious swipe. My breath caught at the sight of his blood splattering on the floor. My gaze fell on Kristen who watched everything from a corner, her body trembling visibly.I had to get her o
My head ached as I regained consciousness, and when my vision adjusted to my surroundings, I found myself lying on a bed. Turning, I saw Kristen by my side, her eyes filled with concern.“You’re awake, thank goodness,” she exclaimed, pulling me into a tight hug. As she held me, her body shook and I realized she was sobbing.Looking around, I realized we were being kept in a well-furnished luxurious room, surprised we weren't locked in a dark dungeon. I recalled the events before I passed and when Damien’s face flashed in my mind, my blood boiled with rage.“I’m scared, Gina. I can’t even remember how I got here,” Kristen’s voice made my heart sink. When I looked at her body and the cuts on her body, my anger intensified even more.I clutched her face in my hand, and wiped her tears with my thumb, “I understand how you feel. I’m so sorry you got dragged into this, but I promise, I’m going to get us out of this shithole.”She nodded her head, and I was glad she had faith in me. I walked
It didn’t take more than an hour till I got to my destination. Immediately we drove through the gates, there was an uneasy feeling that washed over me. I peered through the window, observing my surroundings. Everything seemed and looked normal, yet, it was far from it.When the car came to a halt, the driver who had been silent the entire ride opened the door for me, and I stepped out reluctantly. When I looked up, I found myself standing in front of a huge dark mansion. I would’ve admired the remarkable architecture if not for the feeling of anxiety creeping down my spine. There was something thick in the atmosphere that made my skin crawl and I couldn't understand what it was.I took a deep breath as I walked ahead, being led to the mansion’s entrance by two large men. As the door opened, we stepped into the mansion, walking through wide long halls. When we reached the next doorway, the door swung open, revealing a majestic dining room. The interior was breathtaking with golden re
GINA’S POVAt the mention of his name, my body went stiff as rage coursed through me. He not only attacked our pack while we were gone but also had to kidnap my best friend.Devyn snatched the phone from Liam and put it to his ear.“What are you playing at, you fucking bastard?” he spat out, his voice filled with venom. As the conversation went on, all I could think about was the horrible things he could do to Kristen. We knew just how evil he was, but didn’t know what he was capable of doing.Devyn looked frantic, and for a second, I thought he was going to toss the phone away. Reluctantly, he handed me the phone.“He wants to speak to you specifically.”Wasting no time, I grabbbed the phone and placed it against my ear.“Put it on speaker. I want to hear what he says to you,” Devyn instructed and I obeyed as I pressed the speaker button.“Gina.”Chills went through my spine, leaving an uneasy feeling within me. I hated the way he said my name, and I wished he’d never say it again.
DEVYN’S POVAs we walked out of the church, Flora along with the other witches was underneath the tree, waiting. The moment we were out, they walked towards us. I had a hand on Gina’s waist, guiding her protectively.After the ritual, she was different. She was more tender, and quieter, and her scent had changed too. She normally smelled more like a human, but this time she smelt more like a wolf, but not completely one.“I see it was successful,” Flora chimed as a triumphant expression etched on her face, “And quick too.”Gina nodded lightly and I couldn’t help but feel pride. She was special, and it didn’t just have to do with her destiny and her abilities. She was brilliant, a quick learner and unique.“Now you’re going to face what’s ahead of you. Are you ready? You’re going to fight the real fight now,” she said, directed to Gina.I could feel Gina’s emotions even as she tried to hide her uncertainty and anxiety. I couldn’t blame her. She never got to fight, and now she was goin