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Last Updated : 2025-02-24The Luna's Second Chance 23. Flames Of War
Darius's POV The moment we reached the edge of the pack’s territory, the pungent scent of smoke hit me. Magnum was in serious rage, pressing to the surface and I had to fight to keep control. I fought the urge of jumping out of the moving car because it could bring harm to Ivy and Aurora. The sight before us was pure chaos, the pack center hall was on fire, thick black smoke rising into the sky. Pups screaming and running, the pack warriors and some pack members clashing with rogues. I drove close to the mansion, getting out, I slammed the car door shut and turned to Aurora and Ivy. Aurora’s eyes were wide, scanning the burning building with a mix of shock and fear, but she kept herself composed. I could see the protective instinct in her body, the way she gripped Ivy’s hand tightly and kept her close like a mother bear protecting its cub.“Ivy,” I said, kneeling down so we were eye level. “I need you to take Aurora to the secret room in my private chambers. You know the way.” “B
Last Updated : 2025-02-25The Luna's Second Chance 24, The War's Aftermath
Darius's POV “No, no, no, Aurora.” I begged with a whisper.My hands trembled as I cradled her, pressing against the deep wounds, desperate to stop the bleeding. But no matter how hard I tried, warm, sticky blood seeped through my fingers, staining them.Magnus howled inside me, his anguish mirroring mine. Not again. Not her. My breathing rapid as memories crashed into me like a tidal wave.My mother. Lying in a pool of her own blood. My hands pressed against her wounds, just like this. My voice, hoarse from screaming, just like now. Begging. Pleading. But she had slipped away. Her wolf, long gone from traumas.And now Aurora.No. I couldn't lose her too. Not when I just found her. "Stay with me," I choked out, pressing my forehead against hers. Her skin was too cold, her breath too faint. I felt her pulse weakening beneath my fingertips.Was this going to be her end?I couldn't save my mother. I was powerless against death and forced to watch as she died in my arms. "You can't le
Last Updated : 2025-02-26The Luna's Second Chance 25. The Weight
Darius's POV Stepping out of the hospital, I let out a deep breath that I have been holding for a while. I hated being in the hospital and as a werewolf, I rarely went there. After Harper arrived, I instructed her to stay with Ivy. I needed to focus and work on finding out what's going on with the rogue's attack. The rogue we caught made a statement about wanting to take everything from me so definitely it was personal. The attacks recently were too personal and each had targeted Ivy. The central hall that was being prepared and decorated for her birthday has been burnt down to ashes. Thankfully, I had picked her from school today. I couldn't clear my head of the different scenarios that could have happened if I didn't pick her from school or if Aurora hadn't laid her life for her.Getting to my car, I saw my reflection in the rearview mirror, my body stained with blood and the short I had picked up from who-knows-where was almost tattered. I desperately needed a bath to clean up a
Last Updated : 2025-02-26The Luna's Second Chance 26. Between Two Worlds
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Last Updated : 2025-02-26The Luna's Second Chance 27. Tethered in Chaos
Darius's POV I slammed my fist into the steering wheel, the sharp crack of pain wasn't enough to overcome the storm raging inside me. The car’s interior felt suffocating, and my chest was tight. So tight I thought I might explode. I had never felt this kind of fear before. Not in the countless battles I’d fought. Not when I’d nearly lost my pack in wars or when I’d faced enemies more brutal than most could even imagine. But the thought of losing Aurora had brought me fear. I just found out about her and I feel so much vulnerable when it comes to matters that are related to her. My feelings for her was like a teenager boy falling in love for the first time with no idea of how how to control his hormones. I thought I was cursed when I didn't find my mate for years. I thought the moon goddess has damned me for the sins of my past and now I can't feel the ether mate bond which means only one thing. Aurora was dead. I gripped the wheel, my breathing ragged. The mate bond had faded
Last Updated : 2025-02-28The Luna's Second Chance 28. Pieces of the Past
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Last Updated : 2025-03-01The Luna's Second Chance 29. Unwanted Ties
Aurora’s Pov The raised voices outside my hospital room grew louder, and I knew that sound anywhere. Kieran's voice. Even without the mate bond tugging at me, his voice was unmistakable, filled with irritation and entitlement. Now that I think about the mate bond with him, it seems weak, like it wasn't there if you don't think about it.I sighed, my body already tensing. The last thing I needed right now was him barging in here and causing more drama. My body still ached, and my mind was a mess from everything that had happened, the attack, the strange vision of my mother, and the overwhelming confusion of my emotions. Darius glanced at me from where he stood near the door. His eyes softened just a little on mine. “You can’t avoid him forever,” he said quietly. “I guess so but I wish I could,” I muttered under my breath. Before I could say anything else, Darius reached into his coat pocket and pulled out my clutch, the one I’d taken out on the date and left in his car before
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The Luna's Second Chance 91. Vengeance in Scrubs
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The Luna's Second Chance 89. The Wolf Within
Aurora’s Pov When I heard the voice, I thought it was Darius calling me or he probably was outside at my doorstep but the voice sounded so unfamiliar, like it was mine and at the same time different. Then it came again, soft, and more distinct this time with a little force that seems powerful. It wasn’t echoing from the hallway or the room next door. It was then I realized it was from my mind.I froze mid-step, halfway into yanking my top over my head.“Aurora.”My hand trembled as I put on my shorts. I needed to get out of here but first what could it be? Was I going crazy and hearing voices just because I'd been hit with another betrayal?“What the hell…” I whispered, glancing around the room. “Aurora, listen.” I heard clearer.“Who said that?” I asked, shaking my head.“I did. Don’t be afraid.”My breath caught. My heart thundered in my chest. “Where are you?”“I’m here. Inside you. I always have been.”I shook my head, confused, my eyes darting around the room as if I’d somehow
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Aurora’s Pov This was what I craved. What I needed. A reprieve from the anger and heartache, a chance to simply feel alive. My nipples were tight peaks beneath my top, sensitive and wanting for his touch. Darius’s lips were hot and firm against mine. He pulled me closer as his tongue teased mine. I moaned, my hands going through his hair as he deepened the kiss. It was like I’d been holding back for years, and it was finally time to let go. We were kissing each other like we were running out of time.I was panting from the intensity of everything. My skin was tingling, warm, flushed, and trembling. His breath ragged against my cheek, his scent suddenly wrapped around me. It was wild, beautiful and everything I hadn’t expected.His hands trembled when they touched me, like he couldn’t believe this was happening and honestly, neither could I.“Fuck, Aurora…” Darius breathed against my lips, breaking the kiss for only a second. “We need to stop.”“I could smell your arousal and I’m on
The Luna's Second Chance 87. Intentions
Aurora's POV Watching as he turned to leave the kitchen, he walked with nonchalant grace, his movements were swift, full of grace and virility. I had to fight the urge not to study his body when he pushed me against the kitchen counter earlier. When he left the room earlier, I noticed his shorts were tattered from shifting and I could tell it had skipped his mind. The good thing was that it wasn’t totally shredded or hanging by the threads. I would have gotten myself a good show of what was down there. I wouldn't say I wasn't curious to know.I couldn't study his body in the room since he was under the sheet but seeing him in the kitchen brought the mischievous side of me till he killed the vibe when he answered me with a serious tone that maybe he was in love with me. Sighing, I looked down at the plate of food untouched in front of me. I couldn’t eat. I stared at it, hoping my stomach will growl for it but my body had other plans. My heart was too busy racing, and my head were c
The Luna's Second Chance 86. Crossing the Line
Darius's POV I sat up instantly, cursing under my breath. “Magnus,” I growled silently. “What the hell did you do?”"You're welcome," my wolf purred smugly.“You took over. You came in here last night.”"You wouldn't. I had to meet her." He snapped at me.“You were supposed to stay put. I thought we agreed,” I hissed mentally.He didn't answer.Typical Magnus move. Whenever he does something impulsive, he vanishes when it was time to deal with the consequences.I ran a hand down my face and then glanced back at Aurora. Her long lashes rested on her cheeks, her hair splayed out over the pillow like waves of caramel and ink. I loved how peaceful she looked. Hating and loving what Magnus did at the same time. I stared at her with longing and how right it felt to be here beside her.I reached out, gently brushing a strand of hair away from her face and the moment my fingers grazed her skin, I felt it again.An electricity tingling sensation.It started at my fingertips and coursed throu
The Luna's Second Chance 85. Tug of War
Darius’s POVThe moment I stepped out of Aurora’s room and gently closed the door behind me, I exhaled a breath I hadn’t even realized I was holding. My chest was tight, my head buzzing with all the things I’d just heard and the things I hadn’t been brave enough to say to her. Every time I think I’ve figured her out, she throws me off balance again and again. I made my way to the room across the hall that has been prepared for me for the weekend. I shut the door behind me, leaning against it for a moment before getting off and stripping off my shirt.I headed straight for the shower, hoping the water would cool the thoughts rushing through my mind and as the warm water touched my skin, I rolled my neck, letting the water run over my back. Things weren't going as I planned it except the part where she had agreed to stay for the weekend. I didn't expect her to stay but she did. One thing I was sure of was that she didn't stay because of the way I persuaded her, I can tell from the lo
The Luna's Second Chance 84. Truth Between Us
Aurora’s Pov I looked at him, my heart thumping hard in my chest, and knew there was no turning back now once I spilled it out. I could tell from the way Darius's brows shot up that I had his full attention now.“I found out some things,” I began carefully, my voice low, “about Lily.”His expression darkened slightly with a mixed expression of confusion and curiosity. “Lily?” he repeated. “Alpha Alaric’s daughter? Kieran’s sister?”I nodded. “Yes.”He straightened, his gaze locked onto mine. “What kind of things?” he asked in a serious tone.“There are documents and images,” I began. “I left the folder in my bag, and my bag’s in the car that brought us.” I sighed heavily.Darius waved a hand dismissively. “No, it’s not in the car anymore. Mason already brought everything in. They’re in one of the rooms.”He stood and looked down at me then stretched out his hand in assisting me. “Come on,” he grabbed my arm and led me towards the room. “I’ll show you where you’ll be sleeping anyw
