"The mission was a success Alpha."Landon's lips curled into a smile that looked more like that of a beast. His army had proved it's value. He smiled, relinquishing in the victory he had achieved from his little standoff with the howling pack. The men had brought back reports of how the howling wind pack had crumbled immediately under the bulk of his army. Draven's reinforcement had no positive impact on the battle whatsoever, Landon heard how his army had easily bested this reinforcement of Draven's. He say on his chair in the pack house gleefully receiving the last of the reports from what transpired at howling wind pack. Beside Landon sat his Luna, Zoe while on his other side, sat his Beta Jasper James. Zoe was looking at the Alpha with disdain and disgust written all over her face but Landon was too caught up in his revels to notice the looks he earned from his own Luna. "That would teach Draven a lesson." Landon sneered after receiving the last of the reports. "My army is more
Jessica stood immediately and watched Vicky approach. Urgency in Vicky's voice and her motion indicated that she had something or was unto something. Jessica could only wait impatiently as Vicky approached. "What is it Vicky? What's the matter?" Jessica asked immediately Vicky came closer, unable to contain her anxiousness. In response to her question, Vicky pulled out a sheet of paper from her pocket. The paper appeared to be a page that was torn from one of Vicky's books. Vicky went to her knees and carefully spread the paper on the grass for Jessica to see. "Look Jessica look!" Vicky exclaimed. "Umm what exactly I'm I looking at?" Jessica asked in confusion. "This page talks about the curse look!" Vicky pointed at a paragraph and began to explain immediately. "The curse began about seven generations ago and have been passed down ever since. The curse skips generations sometimes but it has always been there. It has always been here. And look... This bit here talks about what wou
"Yes Jessica. That's exactly what you feel." Mr Lana said, his face for once was devoid of emotions as he stared straight at Jessica.Jessica was simply tongue tied. She had absolutely nothing to say about what Mr Lana was talking about. It was true that was exactly what Jessica thought. Mr Lana went on."The Alpha is not a fool Jessica. He keeps me close to him for a reason. I know things. A lot of things Jessica." Mr Lana said. "And I know even right now that things are about to take a drastic turn here at blood moon pack."Jessica narrowed her eyes in apprehension to what Mr Lana was saying. What exactly did he mean things were to change? She wondered."What do you mean?" Jessica asked."Best not to talk about that now but watch your back Jessica." Mr Lana cautioned and stood up abruptly. "You should get going Jessica, the time is late." He said quickly, collecting the coffee from Jessica's hand. Jessica stood up awkwardly and made her way to the door. Before she got out Mr Lana
Alpha Landon was still skeptical about his Luna's change of heart but for the past days Zoe's attitude had changed significantly. From being a hard and bitter cold woman, Zoe's attitude had become calm and caring towards Landon. The animosity between them had vanished completely. Landon was alarmed at this big change of heart but Zoe's change was too good to wave off as pretension. The bit that completely melted Landon's heart was when Zoe even argue with her father when her father would go against Landon. All of a sudden life was becoming soft for Alpha Landon. He began to enjoy leadership and also the company of his Luna. Little did he know that the crafty Luna was only setting another trap for him and he was ignorantly taking the bait. One thing that still haunted him was the little girl Jenny who no one knew her whereabouts until the present. Landon had appointed about three parties to hunt for the girl but it seemed the girl had vanished completely. Although Landon had advised L
Alpha Nathan clapped his hands again and his Beta appeared again from behind the counter. The man walked to a side door and went in. Moments later he returned, leading a lady behind him. The lady stood before the two Alpha's and was dressed in a long gown that fell all the way to her ankles. She wore rings on her ears, nose and her eye brows. She fixed Landon with an intense gaze and Landon found himself shifting uncomfortably under the gaze. The lady appeared to be in her mid thirties but still her feminine beauty was perfectly outlined. "Meet Shireen." Nathan introduced proudly. Landon turned and gave Nathan a stern look. "What exactly are you doing Nathan." He asked, his confusion evident in his tone. "Please what exactly I'm I to do with your Shireen?" Landon asked sarcastically. "I can see your heart and it is not at ease." The woman Shireen spoke up suddenly in a deep voice that almost sounded like a man. Landon looked up abruptly and his eyes locked on the mysterious woman's
Jessica was stunned by the news she received from Vicky that day. Jessica had warned Vicky to keep this bit of information to herself and Vicky swore that she would do just that. Jessica had always envisioned Draven to be a fearless and invincible Alpha as a result of his strength and might that relied mostly on the curse he suffered. Hearing that there was a weapon to take Draven down scared her and she began to see Draven as vulnerable too.What scared Jessica the most was the nature of this weapon and she wished that Draven were close for her to tell him the truth behind everything but Draven was away and no one really knew when the Alpha would return to the pack.Her days were too long and her nights stretched out longer than the days as Jessica waited patiently for the return of Draven. To see how serious Jessica was About keeping the weapon a secret, Jessica did not even discuss the weapon with her mother. She wanted Draven to be the first and only person she would tell about th
Landon was not one to take betrayal likely. Who would have thought that out of all the people be detested the pack it would be his butler Tom Madison who would be caught spying on him? The boy was really scared. The boy was all shivering when the Alpha held him strongly by the hand and glared at him.The boy was even more terrified when Landon bellowed. "Who put you up for this? What gave you heard?" The boy knew that to reveal who sent him would be another issue on another level and to keep this from Landon would not mean well for him either. The boy was in a tight fix and Instead of blabbing on and saying things that were not meant to be said, the boy went silent."Speak up boy!" Landon thundered shaking the boy roughly by the hand. "Speak up or I'll have your guts for gutters!"Tom Madison shivered roughly without saying a single word. At this point Landon got so angry he half dragged Tom to the pack house and threw the boy to the floor. "What's going on?" Leo Madison asked when
The last days had been a blur for Jessica. Alpha Draven was out and had taken the Beta with him. Jessica's father Sebastian had gone with him leaving the house kind of empty for Jessica. Her mother would go to work early in the morning and sometimes would come home late so Jessica would spend most of the day alone. She was sitting thus at home on this particular day going through her magazine while sipping a coffee on the porch when the sound of an approaching vehicle made her look up immediately. The red car skidded to a stop in front of the house, sending up a cloud of dust. The dust finally went down and Jessica saw Mateo emerge from the car and made his way towards the house. Mateo wore a blue coat over a matching blue shirt and pants he had glasses on as he approached the house. Jessica sighed and closed her book, waiting for Mateo to approach. What was Mateo really doing here? Was this because of the disagreement they had at the pack house? Jessica wondered. "Good day, Jessic
EPILOGUEA year had passed since the blood moon had finally relinquished its hold on Draven, and the Alpha's presence had shifted in a way that mirrored the sun's gradual warming after a long, harsh winter. His eyes, once perpetually shadowed with the darkness of the curse, now sparkled with a newfound warmth. The lines etched deep around his mouth, carved by years of torment and brutal battles, softened with each passing day, replaced by a gentle curve that spoke of inner peace.The council chamber was a vast, circular space carved into the heart of the ancient oak forest that ringed the Blood Moon Pack territory. Sunlight streamed through the tall, arched windows, illuminating the polished wood of the massive table where the Alpha and his council sat. A crackling fire danced in the hearth, casting flickering shadows that danced across the faces of the council members. They were a diverse group, united by their loyalty to Draven and their commitment to the pack's future.Seated at th
The air hung heavy with the scent of victory and the lingering tang of blood. The battlefield, once a scene of brutal carnage, now lay silent, the moon a crimson orb casting an eerie glow upon the ravaged landscape. The Blood Moon Pack, once a symbol of fear and tyranny under Mateo’s rule, was finally free. And at its heart stood Draven, his silver hair gleaming under the blood moon”s light, his eyes burning with an intensity that spoke of the battles waged and won.A roar erupted from the assembled pack, a symphony of gratitude and relief. They had fought alongside him, their hearts echoing his own defiance against Mateo’s cruelty. Now, their hero stood victorious, a beacon of hope in the midst of the devastation.“Draven! Draven!“ the chants rose, a tide of voices echoing through the valley. The pack surged forward, their faces a mix of elation and awe. They reached out, their hands trembling, eager to touch the man who had brought them back from the brink.Draven, his gaze sweepin
The canvas of Draven”s tent billowed gently in the cool night air, the moon casting long, skeletal shadows across the camp. Inside, the air was thick with the scent of pine and the soft, rhythmic breathing of a sleeping woman. Draven lay beside Jessica, his hand resting gently on her swollen belly. A slight tremor rippled beneath his touch.“He”s kicking again." Jessica murmured, her voice laced with a sleepy smile. “Every time you”re near, he gets all excited. He knows you”re the one who will lead him to greatness.“Draven chuckled, a deep rumble that vibrated through his chest. “Perhaps he”s sensing the warrior spirit of his father." he said, his thumb tracing the contours of her stomach. “He”ll be a great leader, there”s no doubt about it.“They fell silent, the only sound the crackling of the fire outside and the gentle rustling of the leaves in the nearby forest. Jessica sighed, her hand finding his. “I miss our home, Draven." she whispered, her voice tinged with a wistful longin
The chilling air of the Blood Moon Pack territory wrapped around Draven like a shroud. The scent of pine and damp earth, normally comforting, now carried the weight of his impending battle. He’d been away for so long, a prisoner of his own curse, but now the time had come. The time to reclaim what was rightfully his. He raised his hand, halting the silent march of his army, the crimson banner of the Blood Moon Pack fluttering in the wind behind him. It was a symbol of power, of might, but now it was a symbol of his own shattered past.“We” 'll camp here," he announced, his voice resonating with an undercurrent of steel. The soldiers, hardened and loyal, responded with a chorus of grunts and the rhythmic scraping of boots on the ground as they began to set up camp. Draven watched them, a flicker of pride passing through him. These were his warriors, his brothers, the ones who had followed him through fire and blood, the ones who believed in him despite the darkness that resided within
The air in the dungeon cell felt thick with despair, a weight that pressed down on Vivian and Penny like a physical entity. The only light filtering in was a sliver of pale moonlight that sliced through the barred window, casting long, ominous shadows across the damp stone walls. They sat huddled together on the cold, hard floor, their backs against the rough stone, each seeking solace in the other”s presence.“He”s coming,” Penny whispered, her voice barely audible over the constant dripping of water from a crack in the ceiling.Vivian looked at her, a faint flicker of hope igniting in her eyes. “You”re sure?““The guards have been whispering,” Penny replied, her voice low and urgent. “They”re scared. They”re talking about Alpha Draven, about how he”s returning to reclaim the pack.“A deep sigh escaped Vivian”s lips. “It feels like a dream,” she admitted, her voice thick with emotion. “For so long, we”ve been trapped in this darkness. A sliver of hope was all we had left, but now...“
In the dimly lit council chamber of the Moon Shadow Pack, a sense of unease hung heavy in the air. The tragic demise of Alpha Landon, their former leader, cast a long shadow upon the gathering, their hearts still reeling from the treachery that had unfolded. In the aftermath, the cruel and power hungry Zoe, the architect of Landon"s downfall, had been banished, leaving a void in the pack"s leadership.As the cabinet members filed into the chamber, their faces etched with concern and uncertainty, Silas, the pack"s elder and former Beta, took his place at the head of the long oak table. His gaze was steady, his demeanor resolute, despite the weight of the decisions that lay before them."My fellow council members." Silas began, his voice resonating with authority, "we find ourselves at a critical juncture in the history of our pack. The events of recent days have tested our unity and resolve. It is imperative that we emerge from this turmoil with strength and determination."A ripple of
The air hung thick and heavy within the dank confines of the dungeon cell with the only light filtering in from a narrow slit high in the stone wall. Two figures huddled in the corner, their faces illuminated by the dim glow of a flickering torch. One, clad in a simple linen tunic shifted restlessly with her gaze fixed on the iron bars that separated her from the outside world. The other, a woman of imposing stature her dark hair pulled back in a tight braid remained still, her eyes reflecting the cold and hard reality of their situation."It's been two days." the woman in linen whispered, her voice trembling slightly. "Two days since they dragged us down here.” “Two days too long,” the other woman, the one with the braid, replied, her voice gravelly. “And still no word from the outside world or about Draven and his group.” The woman in linen, Vivian, let out a soft sigh. "I worry about them. Especially Jess. She is so young.”The other woman, Penny, her gaze hardening, said, "Mateo
The air hung heavy with the scent of pine and the metallic tang of fear. Jessica stood before Zoe, her figure rigid with the stark moonlight etching sharp shadows across her face. Her eyes, usually warm and welcoming were now cold glacial pools reflecting the depth of her anger. "You were my friend, Zoe." she said, her voice a low dangerous rumble. "We shared secrets, dreams, tears. And for what? For a taste of power? You threw our friendship aside, willingly walked the path of betrayal, all for the illusion of control."Zoe, her once proud face now contorted with fear, sank to her knees, her eyes wide and pleading. "Jessica, please, I know I made a terrible mistake. I was blinded by ambition, I lost my way. But I'm begging you, forgive me. I've learned my lesson, I'll never betray you again."Jessica's anger, fueled by the betrayal and the pain Zoe had inflicted began to bubble over. It was a pain that resonated deep within her, a constant reminder of the suffering Zoe had orchestra
The morning air was crisp, carrying the scent of pine and damp earth. The sun, just peeking over the horizon, painted the sky in hues of orange and pink, casting long shadows across the sprawling forest. Jessica, her face flushed with the excitement of the coming journey, stood beside Draven, her hand snugly clasped in his. Her heart thumped with a rhythm that echoed the steady pounding of the horses" hooves on the forest floor."We"re finally going home." she whispered, her voice alight with a joy that resonated deep within her soul."Home." Draven echoed, his voice husky with emotion. He squeezed her hand, the warmth of his touch radiating through her, a comforting anchor in the turbulent storm of anticipation that raged within her. It had been months since she"d last seen her family, her mother, her siblings. The image of their worried faces, etched in her mind, fueled her desire to reach the Blood Moon pack, to be reunited with them, to share the news of her pregnancy, to feel the