ALPHA ASHER'S POVI woke up feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. I opened my eyes and let out a contented sigh as I stretched my arms and legs, relishing in the comfort of my bed. As I sat up, I could feel the sunlight filtering in through the window, bathing the room in a warm golden glow. I took a deep breath, taking in the crisp, clean scent of the forest that surrounded his home.With a smile on my face, I got out of bed and went to the bathroom. Getting inside, I splashed some cold water on my face, feeling the chill awaken my senses. I looked at myself in the mirror, taking note of the slight dark circles under my eyes. I decided immediately that I needed a good run through the woods to shake off the grogginess.I made my way out of the room, relishing the cold weather outside. The sun was slowly rising but the Pack was still quiet and asleep.I stripped down, my clothes falling to the floor in a heap. Embracing the sensation of being unencumbered and free, I closed my eyes and le
ALPHA ASHER'S POVI shifted into my wolf form, my senses heightened as I followed the trail. My nose led me through the woods, past trees and underbrush, as I slowly and cautiously approached the figure moving in the distance. I crept closer, my body tense as I prepared for the worst.As I got closer, I could see that it was a wolf, just like me. I tensed, ready to pounce if necessary.I continued to tread carefully as I approached the wolf. I took in its scent, and my heart raced with excitement as I realized this was the wolf I had been searching for. The culprit was right in front of me.As I continued to advance, I noticed the scars across its body, marking its struggles and battles. I gazed into its eyes, trying to make out any familiarities. But, there was something that nagged at me, something familiar about this wolf that I couldn't place.And then it hit me. The wolf's scent was familiar, so familiar that it felt like I had known it all my life. I was sure I had seen this wol
ALPHA ASHER.As the sun began to set, I signaled for my men to stop. We found a clearing in the woods and set up camp for the night. I oversaw the building of a fire, choosing a spot that would provide adequate protection from any potential threats.I sat apart from my men, my thoughts focused on the next day's journey. I knew we were getting closer to our pack and that we would need to be alert for any dangers. I closed my eyes and took a deep breath, my senses attuned to the surrounding woods.The thick forest was alive with the sounds of animals stirring in the night. The hoot of an owl echoed through the clearing, followed by the howl of a distant wolf. Crickets chirped in the background, creating a symphony of sounds that lulled us into a peaceful slumber.As the night passed, the fire flickered and died down, leaving only the soft glow of the moon to light our camp. The woods were quiet now, with only the occasional snap of a twig or rustling of leaves to break the stillness.B
LIA'S POVI woke up with a start, my heart racing as I heard a loud noise outside. It sounded like someone was in trouble, so I quickly jumped out of bed and rushed to the window. I rubbed my eyes, trying to clear the sleep from my mind, and peered out into the distance.The window was misty from the cool night air, so I wiped away the moisture and looked outside. My eyes grew wide as I saw a group of guards fighting a large wolf. The wolf was so big that the guards were fighting from a safe distance, their spears at the ready as they tried to keep it at bay.I gasped at the sight, my heart racing as I watched the guards trying to defend themselves. The wolf was relentless, its jaws snapping as it tried to get close to the guards. I felt a chill run down my spine as I realized how dangerous the situation was.Just then, I saw something coming in my direction. I quickly ducked, my heart pounding as I realized that one of the guards had shot an arrow at the wolf but missed, the arrow co
ALPHA ASHER.Along with my guards, we entered the Pack as soon as we were done burying the dead warriors we found in the boundary while returning. My heart was heavy with the loss of my warriors but I had to push that aside for now. Something more to it was amiss and I could feel it in my bones.As we entered the Pack, I couldn't help but notice the sadness in the eyes of my people. Despite their happiness at seeing me, I could see the fear and uncertainty in their gaze. I knew then that something very terrible must have happened while I was away."I pray Lia is ok, or something very bad is going to happen to somebody." I clenched my teeth, noting that the mat bond didn't snap in anyway. So nothing must have happened to her. But with the occasional rise and fall in emotions, you never knew. You could never be too sure.The sight of a large smoke coming from somewhere close to the Packhouse only confirmed my fears. I immediately commanded William and the other men to hurry up and follo
RAYA'S POVI had approached Alpha Xander in the past with my desire for revenge, but he had refused to act without proof. He told me that he must know if they had truly done the evil before he would punish them for their sins. That's why I had taken matters into my own hands and stolen the reports that would prove their guilt beyond a shadow of a doubt.As I walked through the gates of Alpha Xander's Pack, I could feel the fear and unease that surrounded me. The Pack was vast, the structures towering and majestic, a symbol of the immense power and control that the Lycan king held. The Pack was made up of various buildings and houses, each designed with a specific purpose, and the Packhouse, where Xander held his court, was the largest of them all.I walked through the streets, feeling the weight of the reports that I held in my hands, the proof of the evil deeds committed by Alpha Ryan and Alpha Lance. My heart was filled with anger and a need for revenge, a thirst for justice that ha
RAYA'S POVI walked away from the Packhouse, my anger boiling over. I had to get away from the Pack, from the memories and the pain that lingered in the air. I ran through the woods, my heart pounding and my feet pounding the earth. I ran and ran, letting the wind and the rustling of the leaves soothe my troubled soul.I had been determined to quell my rage immediately. It always resulted in someone dying. But this time, I didn't want to harm anyone. I just wanted to escape, to be alone with my thoughts and my anger.As I reached the boundary of Xander's Pack, the warriors halted me. I recognized them as some of his elite guards, the ones who patrolled the boundary and protected the Pack from outside threats. They stood in front of me, their weapons drawn, but when they saw who it was, they lowered their weapons and allowed me to pass."We didn't expect to see you here, my lady," one of them said, his voice respectful.I nodded, my eyes still filled with anger. "I needed to escape for
RAYA'S POVI rush out of the house and into the neighbourhood, my sense of smell leading me to Lia's location. I spot her hunched over a sand castle, giggling and playing with her friends. The sight of her carefree happiness makes my heart ache. I remember the days when we all used to play like that, before our world was turned upside down.I approach her and grab her arm, pulling her up. "Come on, Lia," I say urgently. "Mom wants us back at the house."Lia resists, pulling back from me. "I don't want to go," she protests. "I'm playing with my friends."I feel frustration welling up inside me. I've been tasked with bringing Lia back and I can't just leave her here. "Come on, Lia," I repeat, pulling harder.But Lia is stronger than she looks. She resists with all her might, her friends cheering her on. I can feel the anger and frustration boiling over inside me and before I know it, I'm pulling her hair and hitting her. I hate myself for what I'm doing, but I can't seem to stop."Raya,