Luna's Pov“Any help you can render will be appreciated. I would have promised you raw gold from my Kingdom, but once I go back, I don't think I'll be able to return here.” I said to her, “Wait. Are you guys seriously going with this mad concept of a thing?” Nikkie asked, and Emily rolled her eyes. “I told you to play along. Fine, she's sick in the head. Play along.” Nikkie came, and crouched in front of me, looking up at me through his pretty eyes. “Even if your head is messed up, you still remember a lot about us, right? I was planning to return this winter and give you a present… because I have something to tell you. Unfortunately, I had to come back early because of your accident, but I still hoped I'd be able to give you the present anyway.”“Is the present a love confession?” I asked, and pink crept to his cheeks for a while, “Hold it for now. If you help out well, Kiera might be here by winter to receive your gift.”“Are you going to push this opportunity away? Back then, w
Keria's PovMaids rushed to me, bringing napkins and wipes, getting more water for me to calm down. That fast?Was I gaining Luna's memories that fast? What memory did I lose in return?Mom, Dad, Emily, Nikkie… ah, Nikkie… how much I missed him. He said he'd be back by winter. What would happen if he heard my family couldn't find me?“Luna. Are you okay?” Zane asked, dropping his newspaper to look at me with tenderness that would soften even the strongest heart of stone.“Yeah, I am. I was just a little startled.”No time! That was all that was ringing in my head. There was no time to be enjoying elaborate meals, getting swayed by handsome, too–good-to-be-true men, and letting them open my eyes to pleasures I'd never known actually existed.This place was awkward. How could three men share just one woman, and there would be no clashes? I'd slept with Zane and Ryder, and Caleb asked me for a walk. Was he going to sleep with me too?I gulped, suddenly feeling tingles racing down my sp
Luna's PovNo, no. I'm not having this memory. This is not happening to me, I told myself in my mind. There is no way I'm having her memories so soon!However, there was nothing I could do about it. It felt like I was stuck in the shadows, watching the whole thing play out right with my own eyes. I actually fought. Change the narrative or something, do something different, break out, walk away, but… I was simply a bystander. It felt like I was being held in, caged, and forced to watch everything. He was dripping wet, and his hair was plastered on his face. He came to stand next to me at a little distance between us and shook his hair.He was like a prince fallen out of a book. The wet strands fell over to his chin, and when his electric blue eyes turned to me, I shifted mine immediately, and blinked rapidly as if it could take away the awkwardness of the situation. I recognized him immediately. He had been Keira's crush since elementary school, but he'd left the country to stay wit
Keira's PovI squinted my eyes are the brightness of the light, stirring me awake from my unconsciousness.Then there was a dull throb behind my head as I blinked my eyes open. Where the hell was I? I tried to remember the last occurrence I was in and realized, I was rushing towards a subway station, collectively recapping the pile of essays I would need for my presentation and then the next...I was in a hospital room with the smell of it assaulting my nostrils.I gently sat up, or tried to when a firm hand pressed against my shoulder, restraining me."Take it easy." A rich baritone velvet like voice soothed.My head snapped towards the origin of the voice before I found myself staring into a pair of piercing emerald eyes and incredibly handsome features.His dark hair was tousled and it accentuates his chiseled features giving him an undeniably attractive appearance.A faint shadow of stubble lined his sharp jawline, and I couldn't help but wonder what it would feel like against my
"So you three are like actual werewolves? As in shapeshifters? Full moons, silver bullets, nine yards?They all nodded their intense gaze unwavering.A strangled laugh escaped my lips. "Werewolves?" I shook my head in disbelief. "So what's next? For me to believe vampires and witches are real too?""We know how it sounds," Caleb chimed in, his roguish grin doing little to mask the worry in his blue eyes. "Crazy, right? But you have to believe us, babe. You're our Luna, our mate, bound to us by magic older than civilization itself."I shot a glare at him. "How often do I have to repeat myself? My name is Keira Evans. I'm just a normal high school teacher, not this Luna person you keep rambling about."Ryder stepped forward, his massive frame radiating a raw power and dominance that had me instinctively shrinking back against the thin hospital mattress."You are Luna Blackwood," he growled, his golden eyes flickering with an animalistic ferocity that sent a shiver of trepidation down my
"You're sure you're feeling up to this?" Zane's brow furrowed with concern as the nurses finished the discharge paperwork. "There's no need to rush, we can take things slowly if you want."I shook my head before tucking a strand of hair behind my head.I needed to see this "pack" they kept referring to with my own eyes."No, let's just get this over with," I said, unable to hide the trepidation in my voice. "Maybe being around...your people will start jogging these supposed memories of mine."Caleb looped an arm around my shoulders, the casual contact sparking a shiver of awareness down my spine despite my attempts at indifference.Damn these insanely attractive men and their dizzying effect on my hormones."Don't worry, love," he purred in that honeyed drawl that should be illegal. "We've got a place all set up just for you. Make yourself at home while your memories sort themselves out."The thought of being isolated with the three of them, no matter how gorgeous, set my nerves jangl
The opulent villa may have screamed luxury, but the ostentatious decor did little to disguise its cloying air of captivity. Sure, the sleek furnishings and polished surfaces exuded sophistication and wealth.But the reinforced windows and security monitors tracking my every move were unsettling reminders that this gilded cage was still very much a prison.I'd been settled into my new "home" for three days, and the initial confusion swirling through my mind had only intensified. Flashes of deeply unsettling visions plagued my tenuous grasp on reality - scenes of violence, blood, and forms that defied the natural order lurking beneath the full moon's eerie crimson glow.Were these glimpses of my supposed supernatural past as Luna resurfacing?Or was I simply cracking under the psychological strain of being held captive by these delusional - yet insanely attractive - men?The sound of the suite's door disengaging drew me from my brooding reverie.I tensed, watching warily as a beautifu
Damien's piercing stare settled on me with hungry intensity. "That this naive little illiterate isn't our long-lost Luna at all. Just an unwitting stand-in, haplessly caught in the crosshairs of Fate's cruel games."The bottom dropped out of my stomach as their sinister intimations coalesced into a horrifying reality. They knew I wasn't the real Luna. Which meant..."You two tried to kill her," I gasped, sickened realization crashing over me. "The actual Luna, your brother's mate. You're the ones responsible for her disappearance!"Valerie asked unsympathetically. "Don't look so betrayed, little one. That pathetic excuse for a Luna had far too strong a grip over my Alphas. I merely...removed an inconvenient obstacle to ensure they could reach their full potential under my guidance.""You're both certifiable!" I spat, every hard-won instinct screaming at me to flee from their poisonous presence. "Zane, Caleb and Ryder would never...""What? Fall under the depraved sway of a usurping bi
Luna's PovNo, no. I'm not having this memory. This is not happening to me, I told myself in my mind. There is no way I'm having her memories so soon!However, there was nothing I could do about it. It felt like I was stuck in the shadows, watching the whole thing play out right with my own eyes. I actually fought. Change the narrative or something, do something different, break out, walk away, but… I was simply a bystander. It felt like I was being held in, caged, and forced to watch everything. He was dripping wet, and his hair was plastered on his face. He came to stand next to me at a little distance between us and shook his hair.He was like a prince fallen out of a book. The wet strands fell over to his chin, and when his electric blue eyes turned to me, I shifted mine immediately, and blinked rapidly as if it could take away the awkwardness of the situation. I recognized him immediately. He had been Keira's crush since elementary school, but he'd left the country to stay wit
Keria's PovMaids rushed to me, bringing napkins and wipes, getting more water for me to calm down. That fast?Was I gaining Luna's memories that fast? What memory did I lose in return?Mom, Dad, Emily, Nikkie… ah, Nikkie… how much I missed him. He said he'd be back by winter. What would happen if he heard my family couldn't find me?“Luna. Are you okay?” Zane asked, dropping his newspaper to look at me with tenderness that would soften even the strongest heart of stone.“Yeah, I am. I was just a little startled.”No time! That was all that was ringing in my head. There was no time to be enjoying elaborate meals, getting swayed by handsome, too–good-to-be-true men, and letting them open my eyes to pleasures I'd never known actually existed.This place was awkward. How could three men share just one woman, and there would be no clashes? I'd slept with Zane and Ryder, and Caleb asked me for a walk. Was he going to sleep with me too?I gulped, suddenly feeling tingles racing down my sp
Luna's Pov“Any help you can render will be appreciated. I would have promised you raw gold from my Kingdom, but once I go back, I don't think I'll be able to return here.” I said to her, “Wait. Are you guys seriously going with this mad concept of a thing?” Nikkie asked, and Emily rolled her eyes. “I told you to play along. Fine, she's sick in the head. Play along.” Nikkie came, and crouched in front of me, looking up at me through his pretty eyes. “Even if your head is messed up, you still remember a lot about us, right? I was planning to return this winter and give you a present… because I have something to tell you. Unfortunately, I had to come back early because of your accident, but I still hoped I'd be able to give you the present anyway.”“Is the present a love confession?” I asked, and pink crept to his cheeks for a while, “Hold it for now. If you help out well, Kiera might be here by winter to receive your gift.”“Are you going to push this opportunity away? Back then, w
Keira's Pov“How are you going to turn me into the real Luna?” I asked. “Into the better Luna. That's what I'm going to do. You're going to become even better than Luna ever was, so they will be unable to resist your charm. First, you'll have to convince them that you're the real Luna, and that the seer doesn't know what she's saying.”Valerie moved closer to me, and trailed a hand along my cheek, moving her finger to rest lightly under my chin. “You're capable. I know it, sweet little thing. Your family will welcome you soon.” She got closer, and whispered into my ear. “You just have to wait a little while longer.” She said, and I closed my eyes, and nodded. Keira, this isn't your world. Emily is waiting. Mom, dad… they're all waiting. Even the kids at school will be eager to find out what happened, and why you suddenly didn't show up.“So, we're friends from today to everyone else. Follow me.” Valerie said, hooking her arm around mine, as she led us out. Funny enough, instead of
Luna's PovNikkie stepped back under my intense gaze, and Keira's mom cleared her throat. “Keira. Sit. Don't scare him off,” then she turned to Nikkie, “Nikkie dear, I'm sorry if she appears to be a little rude. She's still recovering.”Nikkie pulled on a dazzling smile, “Sure.”Immediately after breakfast, Emily pulled me to my room, and Nikkie followed. She pushed me down onto the bed, and folded her arms.“I don't understand. You hate broccoli, yet you eat every last bit of it. Meanwhile, chicken feet that you can kill to have, you flung them away.” She said, and I made a face, “and… Nikkie here…” she glanced at Nikkie who was smiling, with his hands behind his back like some proud master. Emily sighed, “Nikkie is someone you've loved and always dreamed of right from kindergarten.” She said, and my jaw dropped slightly, before smiling.She sure had good taste in men, but how could she love him since Kindergarten? Did she know he was her mate since then?Ah, there's nothing like m
Keira's PovI turned to Ryder, and took in a deep breath, ready to speak. However, a maid came to pour water into my glass, and as she did so, she slipped a note into my lap subtly. I took it without raising any suspicions, and she left after pouring me water. Slowly, I pried the note open, and saw it was definitely a note from Valerie.*Come to my room immediately.* She wrote, and I swallowed.What more did she want from me? Slowly, I rose to my feet. “Where are you going?” Zane asked. “I need to clear my head.”“Someone will be coming very soon to see into your problems. Won't you stay to meet the person?” Ryder asked, but I shook my head. “I need this walk. Just a few minutes to myself, and I'll return.” I insisted, and walked away before any of them could say a word.I made my way to Valerie's room, while looking back to ensure I wasn't being followed. What more did she want? I gave her the key, so why was she bothering me? I shortly knocked on her door. “Come in.” She said
Luna's Pov“We should sit, and talk properly because I really don't understand you. The doctors told us nothing was wrong with you, so this is very new to me.” Emily said, as we walked down an alleyway. I could hear the sound of trees rustling along with the wind in the distance. “So you found me here?” I asked, ignoring her earlier words. “That exact spot.” She said, pointing to a corner with a white chalk drawn around it. It was the position of a man sprawled in an awkward position.“Was this outlined using my body?” I asked, and she nodded.“At first, you were presumed to be dead. You weren't breathing, nor was your heart beating. They'd already taken photos of you, trying to determine the cause of your death when you suddenly woke up.” She replied, and I looked at her. “I was dead?” “Yeah, you were, and that's what worries me. The police say it seemed you dragged yourself all the way from the water, and finally collapsed here.” “Why are you telling me this just now?” I asked
Keira's Pov“That must have scared you, right?” Zane asked, looking at me when we were back in my room. “A lot. I actually thought I was going to die. Thanks.” I replied, looking at my fingers. “You still seem restless.”“What about everyone? Are they okay?” I asked, meeting his eyes for a second, before bouncing them off. “Yes, they are. Is that really what's bothering you?” He asked, tucking my hair behind my ear. How can a single touch send shivers of electricity racing down a person's body like a bolt of energy?I wanted to lean into his embrace, but instead, I leaned away.“Luna, what's wrong?”That name! That name was what made everything wrong. “I just feel I'm doing something I shouldn't be doing.”“What's that?” He asked, and I looked into his green eyes. Perhaps, for the last time, for the very last time, he would see my sincerity, and accept that I wasn't his Luna. “Zane, I'm not Luna.” My whispering desperation seeped out through my voice in deep tones, and I hoped th
Luna's Pov“We need to talk. Follow me.” I said to her, leading her down the alley. She followed obediently, not saying a word, and walked down to the end of the alley.After emerging from another end of the street, we located a cafe, where she ordered a drink for the both of us. “So… tell more about this. I need to understand, and who are you? You have the tattoo. It means you're someone important. So how did you get here? Aren't you going back? You said it's dangerous for you to remain here, so how come?”She looked lost, like she didn't know which to reply, so I took in a deep breath, “Who are you?” “I’m Elaine Beckett, and I'm a part of the Advising board that tackles the problems of the Alphas, by giving out advice that they need.”“Do they take young people for that? How old are you?”“I'm Thirty-six.”“Ah, I see. How many years have you been with them? I don't really deal with the advising board, so I don't know much about you all.”“I've been among them for three years now.