"With this, I, King Alpha Brandon Matthew, officially hand over my leadership to my son—Armani Matthew, on his 20th birthday!"Applause immediately filled the room. Brandon and Rachel stepped forward with wide smiles, placing the crown and the Pack Manowi emblem ring on Armani’s finger.The coronation celebration was held on the exact day of Armani’s birthday. All the members of Pack Manowi, Pack Canis, and Pack Leinz were invited—not just the Alphas with authority.The festive atmosphere filled the grand hall, which had been lavishly decorated. Golden chandeliers illuminated the room, while exquisite food and drinks were served for the guests.The hall was nearly packed; everyone seemed eager to witness the coronation of the heir to the throne.Armani had grown into a strikingly handsome young man, exuding charisma and authority. His strong leadership aura commanded respect, even from much older Alphas.Although only 20, Armani had already won numerous tournaments and duels, proving
Rachel carefully stored the butterfly-embroidered veil, yet the strange foreboding that had begun to trouble her mind could not be easily dismissed. Even so, she followed Brandon to witness Armani taking his oath as the new leader of the Manowi Pack.Armani stood tall in the center of the grand hall. With a crown on his head and an aura radiating strength, he raised his hand, drawing everyone's attention."For the honor of the Manowi Pack, I vow to lead with wisdom, protect the family, and maintain peace among all packs. I will uphold truth and justice without fear or favoritism."Armani's voice thundered, filling the entire hall. Applause erupted once more, but outside the palace, a storm began to gather. Fierce winds and heavy rain battered the palace walls, bringing a sense that something ominous was about to unfold.In the palace's underground chambers, Viviane was preparing her final attack. She had not come alone. By leveraging a dark pact she had made with rogue wolves and shad
A beautiful girl wearing a green dress with her hair done up like princess Aurora, she walked on the red carpet to King Alpha's throne inside the palace."Welcome, Sweety!" said Brandon with a beaming smile.Rachel looked at Brandon's handsome face clearly. She had heard from people about Brandon being very cruel. Truly, at this moment Rachel was very afraid. Her father sold her to the cruelest Alpha, and Rachel suspected that she would be tortured by Brandon.Brandon looked into Rachel's beautiful eyes, inwardly praising Rachel, "How beautiful you are! I love your beautiful eyes, your long black hair, and your sexy lips."Brandon was amazed by Rachel's beauty, which was unlike any other omega. Usually omegas had an unattractive appearance, but Rachel was different. It turned out that in addition to having holy blood that was said to strengthen offspring, she also had a charming face.Brandon snapped out of his reverie and immediately spoke again, "Why are you doing nothing? Come take
"Rachel's specialty besides having holy blood is that I can love her and make her my wife! I will take care of her with all my heart!""Then, whoever dares to disturb her, I am going to chop up his body like this!" Brandon took his sword and chopped Peter's body into pieces.Everyone was shocked. They witnessed it including Victor. He is a beta. Even Rachel had looked at Victor with the intention that he would calm Brandon down so as not to cause further trouble.Rachel was really scared at the moment with Brandon. This was the first time she had seen Brandon, who was the most ruthless alpha running amok, even killing people for trivial reasons."Can't you calm down your alpha, Victor? Look at him! He's like a madman." Rachel said as she looked at Victor with a hopeful gaze."I can't do it, Rachel. Brandon has become brutalized because you are his wife, he has every right to be angry if anyone looks at you with an interested gaze." Victor explained his authority over Brandon. He could
"I'm pregnant, Honey!" Rachel replied happily.Upon hearing Rachel's answer, Brandon was of course overjoyed. Because this was the moment he had been waiting for after marrying Rachel.Brandon's bright eyes lit up. "Really?" He asked Rachel again to make sure.Rachel nodded quickly with a smile. "Yes, Honey. You're going to be a father. I'm carrying your child."Brandon hugged Rachel tightly, and kissed her face. "Thank you, Sweety."So, what do you want? I am going to grant all your wishes from now on. It's a token of my appreciation for your pregnancy."Rachel smiled happily. "Honey, this is the beginning of my pregnancy. I don't seem to want anything yet. If there is something I want, then I will tell you immediately.""Promise to tell me your every need. Okay? I promise to fulfill them for you, Sweety."Rachel nodded with a smile. How lucky she was to be the wife of an Alpha King like Brandon, who treated his wife so well."I promised you once that I would make the party better th
A few minutes later, Brandon didn't see Rachel anywhere. He had even asked the guards but no one knew, and now he had to search for Rachel with Victor."Did you realize something was wrong, Victor? Is it possible that Rachel heard our conversation?"Victor turned to his Alpha. "Is it possible that Rachel is running away now? Because she heard what you said earlier."Realizing that Rachel had indeed run away, Brandon immediately ordered all of his bodyguards to look for her wherever and however far they had to go.As Brandon's emotions were again unstable, Victor decided to step away from his Alpha nature and focus on finding Rachel's whereabouts so that Brandon's emotions would soon be resolved."Everyone, please find Rachel wherever you are, if you come back empty-handed then I will kill you!" Brandon's shout echoed throughout the room, no one dared to argue, and they preferred to work on the tasks given by their Alpha.However, there was one guard who asked Brandon a very bold quest
At night in the Manowi kingdom, Victor couldn't find Brandon. He was worried about the Alpha. Victor did not smell any Alpha in their pack territory. Fearing an attack from outside that they didn't know about, Victor immediately asked the guards guarding his pack."Have you seen Brandon?" Victor asked the soldier standing guard in front of their pack's gate."Alpha is out, Beta. After Moon Goddes met him, Alpha left the castle on her command. Moon Goddes said that only tonight can Alpha find Rachel," one of the soldiers replied."Why tonight?" asked Victor."Moon Goddes said because it is the night of the full moon.""But, the border guards say that Alpha is outside our territory, but they dare not chase him away," said the soldier guarding the group gate."Was there no information about the attack from the border guards?" Victor asked again.The guard shook his head. "Nothing, Beta. Everything is safe."Victor nodded his head, he knew what happened to Brandon was not a group problem,
Brandon widened his eyes at Kennedy's words.What did he say? His soul mate? Was this man bragging?For a moment, silence crept over the cave. Brandon stared at Kennedy in disbelief, while the man looked lovingly at Rachel.Rachel held her baby with overlapping feelings, feeling surprised by Kennedy's statement."Rachel, I know you feel the same way. You may be surprised by this claim, but I'm telling you the truth." Kennedy spoke again in such a soft voice, persuading Rachel who was at a crossroads.Rachel hated Brandon for what he did. He had only used her and intended to kill her.Brandon never loved her, when Rachel thought he was her soulmate.Now, Kennedy comes with a shocking claim on her.Rachel stared at Kennedy with her hazel irises clouded with indecision. Then, Kennedy extended her hand."Your real mate is me, darling. You may still be surprised, but eventually I'm sure you'll realize everything."Kennedy's words felt like a tranquilizer in the ears of Rachel who had been
Rachel carefully stored the butterfly-embroidered veil, yet the strange foreboding that had begun to trouble her mind could not be easily dismissed. Even so, she followed Brandon to witness Armani taking his oath as the new leader of the Manowi Pack.Armani stood tall in the center of the grand hall. With a crown on his head and an aura radiating strength, he raised his hand, drawing everyone's attention."For the honor of the Manowi Pack, I vow to lead with wisdom, protect the family, and maintain peace among all packs. I will uphold truth and justice without fear or favoritism."Armani's voice thundered, filling the entire hall. Applause erupted once more, but outside the palace, a storm began to gather. Fierce winds and heavy rain battered the palace walls, bringing a sense that something ominous was about to unfold.In the palace's underground chambers, Viviane was preparing her final attack. She had not come alone. By leveraging a dark pact she had made with rogue wolves and shad
"With this, I, King Alpha Brandon Matthew, officially hand over my leadership to my son—Armani Matthew, on his 20th birthday!"Applause immediately filled the room. Brandon and Rachel stepped forward with wide smiles, placing the crown and the Pack Manowi emblem ring on Armani’s finger.The coronation celebration was held on the exact day of Armani’s birthday. All the members of Pack Manowi, Pack Canis, and Pack Leinz were invited—not just the Alphas with authority.The festive atmosphere filled the grand hall, which had been lavishly decorated. Golden chandeliers illuminated the room, while exquisite food and drinks were served for the guests.The hall was nearly packed; everyone seemed eager to witness the coronation of the heir to the throne.Armani had grown into a strikingly handsome young man, exuding charisma and authority. His strong leadership aura commanded respect, even from much older Alphas.Although only 20, Armani had already won numerous tournaments and duels, proving
The cold wind carried a mist that blurred the view ahead. The forest Viviane traversed grew denser, with towering hawthorn trees lining her path.The sunlight could no longer penetrate the thick canopy of interwoven branches. Though it was still morning, the place resembled a moonless night.Viviane wiped the sweat from her forehead and glanced at Volkov, who was sleeping soundly in her arms. The distinct scent of trees after the rain had lulled him to sleep. The place was damp and quite chilly, prompting her to find a better spot to rest."Where are we heading, Miss Viviane?" Gonder asked, scanning the unfamiliar surroundings. He and his wife were both weary and hungry, but they had found nothing edible along the way.Viviane sighed tiredly. "We should head west, toward where the sun sets."Gonder and Suzy nodded, having no other suggestion for their destination. Leading the way, Viviane secretly felt unsure of where to go, but she couldn’t afford to show her hesitation.Suddenly, so
"Take them all out. Today, they will be taken to the border." That morning, Brandon immediately gave orders to his Beta. Following his claim and official proclamation, Brandon wanted Viviane and her followers to leave Pack Leinz immediately. Victor nodded obediently and hurried to the dungeon. Brandon then turned to Rachel, who was seated beside him. Her face was furrowed, lost in thought. “Sweety, are you alright?” “Mm, yes.” Rachel snapped out of her thoughts and pulled the corners of her lips into a smile. “I was just... just thinking about Viviane's departure and…” “What is it? Are you worried?” Brandon asked, raising an eyebrow. Rachel fiddled with the ribbon of her gown and nodded. “A little. I’m afraid she might do something after Kennedy’s death. She’s skilled at concocting poisons, and... I’m just scared she might seek revenge,” Rachel admitted, rubbing her neck uneasily. She wasn’t sure why she was suddenly dwelling on it, especially since Viviane was just an ordinary
Rachel and Armani sprinted through the forest, their hearts pounding with both anticipation and joy. Rachel had heard from the Moon Goddess that Brandon had triumphed over Kennedy in their duel. He had taken control of Pack Leinz following Kennedy’s death in their battle. Initially, Rachel was deeply worried, knowing Kennedy and Viviane often resorted to underhanded tactics. But she was also aware that Brandon’s strength was unmatched. “Mom, are we almost there?” Armani asked, matching his mother’s pace as they navigated the dense forest. The pungent smell of moss lingered in the air after a light drizzle had fallen just moments before. “Almost there, sweetheart,” Rachel replied. “Are you tired?” “Not at all!” Armani exclaimed, shaking his head with a determined look that made Rachel chuckle. “I’m the heir to Pack Manowi, strong like my father. There’s no way I’d feel tired.” Rachel let out a soft laugh, gently patting the top of Armani’s head, charmed by his confidence. “In th
Brandon made the announcement in a booming voice, addressing the guards, servants, Beta Gonder, Beta Suzy, Viviane, and her nine-year-old son—Volkov Li. He stood before Kennedy’s throne, with Victor positioned just below the steps. Everyone knelt before Brandon, affirming his claim over Pack Leinz. Viviane and Kennedy’s two Betas were forced to kneel under the pressure of Brandon’s overwhelming power. Viviane clenched her fists, her fury still burning deep within. Her tears had dried, but her heart was shattered beyond repair. She knew her life would change drastically after Kennedy’s death, but now she had one single purpose. She had to avenge Kennedy. She had to kill Brandon mercilessly, just as he had done to her husband. Viviane glanced at her son, who was bowing his head beside her. His face was pale and downcast, his lips sealed tight for hours. He was still deeply shaken by Kennedy’s death and Brandon’s claim over the pack that should have been inherited by Volkov. All he
"Viviane..." Kennedy struggled to speak, his voice barely audible. He coughed violently, more blood pouring from his mouth and staining his chin and neck. Viviane was hysterical, her cries echoing in the tense silence. "No! Don’t say that! Healers! Where are the healers?!" she screamed, tears streaming uncontrollably down her cheeks. "Someone call the healers now! Why are all of you just standing there?!" "No... Viviane... I don’t think... I can hold on... any longer," Kennedy stammered, his voice faltering. His trembling hand lay weakly in Viviane’s grip, his chest rising and falling rapidly. Viviane sobbed harder, her tears falling on Kennedy’s pale face. She clung to him desperately, her world unraveling as her husband teetered on the brink of death. Around them, the crowd remained silent, their expressions grim. No one dared move or utter a word; they all knew there was nothing they could do now. Kennedy's defeat was absolute. Blood continued to pour from Kennedy’s mouth, stai
“What did you just say, you bastard?!” Brandon growled deeply. Kennedy chuckled and pressed his hand against Brandon’s chest, forcing him to remain pitifully pinned down. “Yes, because soon enough, that poison will make you wither away, slowly destroying your organs,” Kennedy whispered. Brandon’s eyes widened in shock at those words. He struggled to free himself from Kennedy’s hold, but his strength had mysteriously vanished. Something was wrong in their duel. The poison. It was the poison that had rendered him this weak. Brandon’s gaze darted to the tip of Kennedy’s spear lying beside him, glistening with a clear liquid. He had been so focused on Kennedy that he had failed to notice the details of the weapon. Brandon cursed himself inwardly for being so careless. How could he forget Kennedy’s cunning nature—and that of his wife? Especially after Rachel’s own experience of being struck by a poisoned arrow. Brandon should have realized it earlier. They would do anything to win.
After calming herself, Viviane followed Kennedy to the front courtyard of the palace. There, Brandon stood fully armored, facing off against Kennedy. A silver sword, famed for its magical properties, hung at his waist. His gaze locked onto Kennedy, who didn’t look away either. The tension in the courtyard of Pack Leinz was palpable, creating an eerie atmosphere. Moments passed in silence, intensifying the suspense. A gentle breeze blew, causing the hairs on everyone’s necks to stand on end. Both Betas and the guards watched each other cautiously. Some of them were breathing shallowly, waiting for these two top-ranked Alphas to break the silence. Finally, Brandon let out a sharp breath and spoke, "I’ve come here to challenge you honorably! A one-on-one duel using the full extent of our Alpha powers. Win or lose, the stakes are Pack Manowi and Pack Leinz." Kennedy narrowed his eyes and smirked. "Are you serious about your offer?" "Of course." Brandon grinned. "I’m not one to make f