Chapter 60Luke's POV Richard and I ran at a speed that only wolves could run under the moonlight. The forest that night looked even more sinister than usual. Tree branches reached out like claws ready to rip apart anyone who dared to pass by, while dark shadows danced between the trees as if following us. The cold night air was suffocating my lungs, but what was choking me was the worry that was stabbing at my heart.Our hands were stained with the blood of the enemies who dared to attack, but there was no sense of victory in them. Feelings of emptiness, anger, and panic mixed. Rebecca, my Luna, was gone. Ever since the surprise attack happened, I couldn't track her down anymore. In the blink of an eye, she disappeared with the shadows of the night."Delta, where's Luna?" my voice sounded hoarse, almost drowning in seething rage. My eyes traced the darkness between the trees, trying to catch the slightest trace that could lead me to Rebecca's whereabouts.Richard, who was always fai
Chapter 61Luke's POV I stood before Rebecca who lay limp on the ground. Red blood flowed profusely from a large gash on her head, soaking her flowing blonde hair. Her breathing was labored, and her normally radiant face now looked pale and lifeless. Her once strong body now only felt like a lightweight in my hands. My heart was torn apart at the sight of my Luna's critical condition.Yet, before me, the black-robed figure still stood calmly, without the slightest hint of emotion. The aura of darkness surrounding him grew stronger, almost suffocating the space around us. I knew she was not an enemy to be underestimated. Although her face was hidden behind the veil of a cloak, I could sense that behind that darkness lay immeasurable evil intent."Rebecca, hold on," I whispered, anxiously, while strengthening my grip on her cold shoulder.Rebecca could only whimper softly in response. Her half-closed eyes tried to focus on my face as if trying to give me a sign that she was still here,
Chapter 62Luke's POV The atmosphere of the palace hospital that night was extremely quiet. Only the sound of Rebecca's regular but weak breathing could be heard in the room as if she was fighting against something invisible. I sat beside her, my cold hand kept a tight grip on her fingers that felt so fragile. Like a leaf that only needs a small touch to fall. Outside, the full moon slowly sank behind gray clouds, as if mourning what had happened to my wife. Every second passed like torture. I tried to figure out what the black-robed figure had done to Rebecca. The wounds on her body were no ordinary wounds-there was something darker, more sinister, flowing in her blood."What does he want from you, Rebecca?" I whispered, even though I knew there would be no answer.My mind was full of possibilities, trying to piece together every bit of events that had happened since the attack. The black-robed figure possessed a power that could not be underestimated. I growled softly, feeling the
Chapter 63Ken's POV"Agh!" I couldn't help but moan in pain from my mouth. This pain was like nothing I had ever felt before. I held the wound on my chest. My groan of pain grew louder as I realized what made this pain seem to hurt more than a normal wound. Yes, it's because I lost to her. "Agh!" Unfortunately, this groan of pain was all I could do to ease the pain. I sat slumped on the floor. And when I raised my gaze, it fell on the black robe hanging on the wall of the room. These eyes searched through the black robe that had always accompanied my actions. "Why?" I asked as if the black robe would answer. "Why can't I kill Luke until now?"I sighed tiredly. "Supposedly, tonight was Luke's fate. I lost this special moment. A moment like this might not happen twice." This regret seems endless. The pain in my chest returns. And it invites me to look at this wound. "I forgot this badly, and with a wound this bad, why haven't I been able to get Luke's life?!"In between trying
Chapter 64Luke's POV Our steps pounded on the cold, rough stone floor, creating a thrilling rhythm. The tower loomed before us, a majestic monument that now looked like a menacing fortress. Our hearts pounded with a mixture of tension and hope. The black-robed figure that had disrupted our lives was now nearby, and we couldn't let him escape again.Upon arriving at the tower, my troops and I were stunned. The figure we were looking for had disappeared, like the morning mist disappearing into the sunlight. Frustration swept through my mind. "Assemble and search for him!" I shouted, my voice echoing off the cold tower walls. "I'll check on Elder Jack's condition."Determined, I rushed towards the prison. This prison, where I kept Elder Jack locked up, always felt eerie. The heavy iron door rattled as I opened it, and pitch blackness greeted me. The darkness seemed to have a life of its own, wrapping me in panic and loneliness.I explored the cell carefully, groping in the dark, trying
Chapter 65Rebecca's POV Slowly my eyelids began to lift, opening my eyes that still felt droopy. Once my eyes were fully open, I looked around the room where I was currently lying.I finally woke up and opened my eyes slowly. The blinding light of the lamp made me have to squint. Once my vision started to clear, I saw Doctor Mike who was busy checking the medical equipment near me. From there, I realized that I was in a hospital. But, why am I here? That question was swirling around in my head.I got up slowly, though my head still felt a little dizzy. My gaze swept across the room, searching for Luke's whereabouts. Where is he? The question kept haunting me, but his figure was nowhere to be seen. I turned to Doctor Mike, trying to calm myself down even though my heart was filled with anxiety."Doctor Mike, where is Alpha?" I asked, my voice hoarse and full of anxiety.Doctor Mike paused for a moment, looking at me with a calm yet alert expression. "Alpha Luke went to the tower with
Chapter 66Rebecca's POV "Honey, this afternoon you have to come with me to the meeting hall. We have a lot to talk about with the higher-ups. And they have to know everything," Luke said when he was alone with me in the room."Must be this afternoon, alpha? But I want to be with Lucas all day." I objected a little to his request."That's okay, honey. We can leave Lucas with Ovy. Lucas loves being with your friend anyway.""But, alpha...""Rebecca." Luke took my hand, then looked at me as his other hand stroked my hair."You're the Luna of this castle, and you must stand by your alpha and husband. And the two of us will solve this problem together. I hope you don't mind my request, dear," Luke pleaded, looking very hopeful to me.I honestly felt touched by his words. I couldn't help but nod my head, agreeing with what he said."Alright then, alpha. I will accompany you to the royal hall.""Thank you very much, dear. I'm sure that I can count on you." Luke looked very happy and quickl
Chapter 67Ken's POVTonight, a cold wind swept through the forest surrounding my kingdom. The full moon is hidden behind thick clouds as if it shares the tension that hangs in the air. I almost lost the battle against Luke a while ago.That defeat is seared into my mind, fueling my ambition for revenge. Tonight, I gathered the royal officials in the luxurious meeting room of the Blackmoon kingdom.Before me, Beta Adrian now stood quietly. He has been my confidant all along, someone who has never wavered in his loyalty. Beside him, Elder Jack sat quietly, his face full of wisdom and cunning gained from years of experience.He was a highly respected elder in the Winterblood kingdom, and now he was on my side. Lastly, there was Erick, a Rogue whom I promised to spare after he decided to conspire with me to infiltrate Luke's Winterblood castle.I looked at them one by one before finally speaking. "Thank you for coming tonight," my voice was calm, yet filled with determination. "Elder Jac