...Darius POV...The time had finally come. The battle between my father and myself for the Alpha title was about to commence. We had worked all week for this moment. Wynter, Kenji, and Alpha Kayden had all helped to train me. Alpha Kayden was great at battle strategies. He would watch each of my fights and inform me of my weak points. He had me train with his top warriors to ensure that I would win the battle against my father.At first, we considered not telling my father about the challenge, but then we decided that it would be in our favour if we announced it as the entire Blood Moon pack would want to be in attendance. Not only that, but it would also draw a much larger crowd. Like Wynter had suggested, it would put my father in the spotlight. My father would drop his 'almighty Alpha' facade once he got in the ring with me. As I entered the ring, I looked out to see the stands full of people. I smiled out at those in attendance. In my entire life, I'd never seen the stands as fu
...Kenji POV...I couldn't believe what I was watching. We'd severely underestimated Alpha Xander. We thought for sure that Darius would be able to beat him, but somehow Alpha Xander seemed to have the advantage."He's using magic." Wynter says to me."What do you mean? How do you even know?""I can sense it. I wasn't sure at first, but I am now.""What do you mean? How is he using magic?""I don't know exactly, but it feels like dark magic. During my travels, I was taught by an ancient priestess how to tap into my powers. She also taught me how to detect magic. While I'm still a novice at it, I can still sense it out. Just not as quickly as practiced witches. They would've known before the fight began.""What does that mean for Darius?""Right now, I really don't know. I won't be able to tell until the fight progresses."We both continued to watch, however, I could tell that Wynter was growing increasingly nervous. She didn't once doubt Darius, but for whatever reason, I could tell t
...Alpha Xander POV..."What the hell did you do?" I screamed."I saved your pathetic ass!" The demon shouted at me."I never wanted you too. All you did was protect my body. But the only thing I cared about was my pack, which you singlehandedly gave up with that stupid move of yours.""You were about to lose it either way. Darius was seconds away from killing you. If you died, the pack would've gone to him anyways.""Yes, but at least I would've died in the attempt. Now it just looks like I gave up. That I actually submitted to him.""I really don't see the big deal. If I hadn't stepped in, you'd be dead."I was absolutely furious. I ran at the demon, throwing him against the wall, placing my elbow below his neck, cutting off his oxygen.The demon just laughed at my attack."Do you seriously think you can attack me? I do not have weaknesses like you worthless mutts." The demon said, effortlessly pushing myself away from him."I'm a f***ing demon. We don't need oxygen to breathe you,
...Darius POV...I was absolutely frantic. I didn't understand what had happened. One moment I was about to kill my father, the next a black like fog appeared out of nowhere. I didn't understand how it had suddenly appeared. Though it had disappeared just as fast. Once I made it back to where my father was, I realized that he had somehow disappeared. Not only that but so had Wynter.I ran over to where she'd been lying on the ground. "WHAT HAPPENED? WHERE IS SHE?" I yelled, looking at Kenji for answers. He was right beside her. He should know where she went."I-I d-don't know." He says, stuttering."She was here just a second ago. Then some how just disappeared." Kenji remarked."That doesn't make any sense. How's that even possible?""I don't know. But we believe your father may have been using dark magic. Which would explain how he mysteriously became so much stronger."My eyes roll wide from Kenji's accusation."You think my father's behind this?" I ask."Has your father proven ot
...Wynter POV...I know they wanted answers, but at the same time, I wanted them as well. What they didn't realize was that I was just as clueless as to what happened, as they were. Alpha Kayden surprised me by standing up a moment later. Without saying anything, he crossed his desk, turning his back to us as he examined his bookcase. We were all too confused to say anything, so instead, we remained quiet, anticipating his response."A-HA! Here it is!" He shouts, as he grabs one of the books from the cabinet, bringing it back to his desk. Curious, Darius and I stand up, and walk over to his desk. We look down at him, as he continues to examine the book. "Years ago, I'd heard of a Luna that temporarily transferred her life force into her mate. The Luna had been wrongfully claimed by an Alpha from another pack. Her true mate battled the Alpha in hopes of removing the Alpha's claim on her. However, her true mate was an Omega, and not nearly strong enough to fight an Alpha in his prime
...Kenji POV...We had been in the meeting for a while now, and we were no farther along. Darius was in the middle of explaining his connection to the necklace when he broke down. I was there that day, so I know what he's going through, which is why I don't push him. He seemed to be struggling, but Wynter went to his aid immediately. Not even missing a beat. She helped to pick him up, but I was surprised by the sudden change in emotion. He went from being a broken man a few minutes ago to a nearly hostile one. It looked as though someone attempted to take Wynter away from him. He was holding her so close that I was afraid she might begin to turn blue from the lack of oxygen. I think at times; he forgets how strong he really is. While I know Wynter's strong, I don't know if she'd ever have the strength or willpower to go against Darius.I was just about to come between them when I saw Wynter pull herself away slightly. They were staring intently into each other's eyes. I figured they m
...Wynter POV...I remembered everything. What Kayden had me do actually worked. I was so surprised. I didn't expect it to work. But the way Kayden helped take me back, made it easier for my mind to concentrate and focus. I was able to clearly see that I was holding the necklace the entire time. I didn't even realize it at the time. But the necklace did play a role in everything. I don't even know if it's possible, but it sounds as though I somehow managed to transfer Darius' memories into my necklace when I had compelled him. I remember how nervous and afraid I was to do it the first time. That I instinctually held onto the necklace. I was so happy when I was able to remember that I opened my eyes up wide. "I was holding onto the necklace!" I yelled, smilling. Though, what I saw confused the hell out of me."Alpha Kayden? What are you doing?" I ask, stunned, after seeing Kayden bowing in front of me."Ya.. Kayden? What's going on?" Darius asks, seemingly just as confused."I apolo
"There's something you need to know." I say, making the tension in the room increase."Which is?" Kenji asks."Back to the match." I say, turning this entire conversation back on it's head. So much has happened in the few hours that we'd been in Kayden's office, that we almost forgot the main reason for the meeting."I don't know for certain, but I believe Alpha Xander is getting help from a demon.""WAIT... WHAT?" Darius shouts, clearly caught off-guard."When I disappeared, it was because the demon that made Alpha Xander disappear, took me as well. He didn't explain why, and Alpha Xander seemed pissed about it, but it seemed as though the demon was in control.""What made you think that?""Alpha Xander attempted to kill me, however, the demon commanded him to stop, as it said that it was interested in me. At one point Alpha Xander began swearing his head off, furious that I was there. However, the demon yelled for him to be quiet. Immediately Alpha Xander became mute, and it looked