Hunted down by my cruel Alpha Mate, imprisoned by my murderous Lycan King Mate! Elara was an ostracized omega in a ruthless werewolf pack. She had known nothing but hardship since her parents' died protecting an acient secret. Shunned by all, she was dealt another blow – an Alpha mate who despised her. His possessiveness was a twisted obsession, far from the love she craved. When she escaped, fate had different plans: she had a one nightstand that led to a pregnancy. Her one night stand, the feared and famous Lycan King Lucas Morretti, is her second chance mate. He offers her protection, but his "protection" feels like another cage. Hunted down by one mate, and enslaved by the other, when will she be free and who will she love? ... "You're mine, Elara. MINE!" - A possessive growl, a suffocating grasp. This wasn't love, it was a claim of ownership.
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Alone! Despised and Rejected. That is how I saw myself. That Is how they all saw me. I was the pack reject, or, the fancy word, an omega. The lowest of ranks among the wolves and the most worthless.
“You should have just died with your parents, freak!” Mia repeated, kicking me while I was down.
“I don’t get why you’re still here. Your parents were traitors!’’ Mike added.
“You don’t belong here.” Jennifer said. “You’re not one of us, you’re a pathetic excuse of a werewolf.’’
“You’re weaker than a human. You disgust me!’’
And the insults were hauled, one after another. I’m not sure for how long they kicked my stomach, or how many times I was punched after they encouraged me to get back up. The truth is, after you're beaten while down, then you learn a lesson. You get used to staying down. To take a beating.
“Alright, come on guys.’’ Mistress Maggy called out, approaching from a distance. “That’s enough.’’ She said, pulling Jennifer, her daughter, away. She stood next to the others, who watched me intently. Mistress Maggy, a short dark haired 45 year old woman with a pot belly, was incharge of all the omegas. The truth is that she hated us, but I was at the top of her list.
“Elara…’’ She let out, staring down at me. “When are you ever going to learn that this is not your place?’’
End of Flashback
Standing in this moment, all eyes on me, I suddenly realise that perhaps I do belong here. I have hope that things are finally better. The moon goddess has blessed me.
Now that I look at him, the famous Alpha Gale, I feel my heart skip a bit. He is my mate, my Alpha. All my suffering was going to be over. I wasn't going to be bullied anymore. I was the mate of an alpha. The moon goddess has not forgotten after all.
“You are my mate.’’ Alpha Matthew repeats, this time his authoritative voice soaring through the vicinity as he captures the attention of more people. It isn't long until a crowd surrounds me. Everyone was staring at me with disgust and judgement. but my eyes are only fixed on him. the incredibly handsome man that is my fated mate.
“Her?’’ I hear someone mumble. “It can’t be.’’
“He has to find someone else.’’
“He cannot possibly be mated to her.’’
Murmurs and voices arise from the crowd. Suddenly alpha Gareth walked up to him, whispering something in his ear that made him look at me with an indifference.
“You’re an omega?’’ He lets out, furrowing his eyes. I shake my head. “Yes.”
“Why didn't you tell me?’’ he asked, his voice slightly raised.
“ I didn't think that mattered.’’ I answered honestly. I watched the change in his expression. He wasn't looking at me with desire or admiration anymore. There was an ugly feeling that sat at the bottom of my stomach. Everyone that looked at me suddenly made me feel like the world was sinking in around me.
“Get on your knees!’’ he demanded, his voice soaring through the air, seeking submission from everyone around.
I could feel the tears pricking my eyes as I fell to my knees abruptly. My mind was convinced that something bad was about to happen. but I was hopeful. After all these years of suffering and pain, something good had finally happened.
I spotted Jennifer and Mistress Mary standing at a distance watching. They looked at me with their usual disgust and content. But I couldn't care less. The moon goddess has given me a mate. That is all I could ever ask for.
“ What's your name?’’ he asks, causing me to look up at him with great confusion.
“Elara Moore..’’ I let out.
He wasted no time as he came to stand before me. I stared at the ground, bowing my head in respect and submission. The words that came after were meant to paralyse me and shutter my heart completely.
“Elara Moore, I believe that the moon goddess has made a mistake by making you my mate. I, Alpha Gale, reject you as my fated mate.’’
I clutched my chest, feeling the stabbing pain as celebration erupted. My rejection somehow made more sense to the people. I looked up at him, but he avoided my eyes and walked away with Alpha Gareth, leaving me there, on my knees, as if I meant nothing.
My heart felt like it shattered into a thousand pieces. I thought Alpha Gale was going to save me, to protect me from all the pain. But instead, he rejected me, just like everyone else. I stayed there on my knees, tears streaming down my face, feeling the weight of humiliation. The crowd was still celebrating, jeering at me, and I realised that nothing had changed. I was still the omega, still worthless.
Mistress Maggy approached me, a sly smile tugging at the corners of her lips. She had always despised me, and now she revelled in my misery. "Well, well, Elara," she taunted, "Seems like even the moon goddess hates you."
I bit my lip, refusing to let her see my tears. But deep inside, I couldn't help but feel the raw pain of rejection gnawing at my soul. I had dared to hope, dared to believe that things would change, and now I was left with a heart shattered into a million pieces.
A group of warriors suddenly approached, causing dread to sink inside me.
"Alpha Gale wants to see you," one of them said, his tone brooking no argument.
I swallowed hard, my throat dry as sand. What did he want now? Was there more torment he wished to subject me to? With a nod, I got to my feet, my legs shaky from the raw emotions that flooded through me.
The warriors flanked me as we walked towards the pack house. Each step felt like a sentence towards horror.
Entering the pack house, I was met with the sight of Alpha Gale seated on an imposing chair, his gaze fixed on me. His expression was unreadable, making me uneasy. I had no idea why he had summoned me.
"Elara Moore," he said, his voice cutting through the silence. "Come closer."
I obeyed, my heart thudding in my chest. Being this close to him was unnerving. His power radiated off him, making me feel small and insignificant.
He leaned forward, his fingers steepled beneath his chin. "I've been thinking," he began, his eyes locked onto mine. "There's a way for you to prove your loyalty to the pack."
I furrowed my brow, not sure where this was going. Loyalty? Was he mocking me? The very pack that had rejected me?
"I've considered your situation," he continued, his voice taking on a sly tone. "You're in a position to make a choice. A choice that could change your destiny."
I blinked, confusion swirling within me. What was he talking about? What choice could he possibly be offering me?
“Everything that has happened so far has never been my choice.” I let out, I have let everyone dictate my life and how i should live it.’’
“And what do you expect,” He said, staring at me with disgust. “You’re an omega, a worthless scum hated by many.”
“Is that why you rejected me?’’ My voice is low, barely above a whisper.
“Of Course not.” He inches closer to me, bringing his fingers over my folded knuckles. “I rejected you because i did not want to look bad in front of others, and because you’ve got no business being an Alpha’s mate.’’
I felt the pain stabbing at my heart when he said those words. I was worthless to him. A downgrade to his expectation.
“What do you want?’’ I let out, pulling away, feeling my skin burn while in his presence. There was a fear that settled at the bottom of my stomach, afraid of what would come out of his mouth next.
He leaned in closer, his gaze intense."Be mine, and I'll save you from the tough life. You obey me, and I'll make things better."His words hit me hard. They echoed in my mind again, somehow convincing me that this was not some cruel joke.
”You rejected me!’’
“But I can keep you safe Elara. Hide you from those that seek to hurt you. Obey my every command and I will make your life better. You’ll be under my protection.’’ He urged. I stared at him, his words sinking heavily into me. It was suddenly obvious what he wanted to do. What he wanted me to become.
“And if i refuse?’’ My words were barely above a whisper. His fingers trace over my chin, forcing my head up.
“Then I’m going to take the little things you still value most. That tiny cabin your parents left you before death, and I’ll banish you from this pack forever.”
His words hit me like a truck, I felt visible pain just at the thought of losing the little I still had. It wasn’t just about the house, but the backyard. Where I buried what remained of my parents after Alpha Gareth killed them. If I was banished from the pack, how would I survive?
“Think about it, pet,” He said, his voice laced with pride. “What’s worse than an omega?’’
I knew what he was getting at, I hated the thought of it, but did I really have a choice.
“But..I have not done anything wrong. I have done my duties, Alpha Gareth won't allow you banish a member of his pack.”
“This was his idea.’’ He scoffs, “I only offered you something better.”
I remain quiet, my gaze meets his own. His eyes hold so much fire in them. Nommater how bad I want to hate him, I can't. All I feel for him is pain and a broken connection.
“You offer me imprisonment.”
“Oh come on pet, don't think of it like that.”
“Don't call me that.” I spoke through gritted teeth. I stared up at him, I folded my fist as I stood up. He stood right in front of me, his figure towering over me like a statue.
“What’s it gonna be?’’
“I will not be your slave.’’ I answered firmly, feeling the air linger with a sense of failure. That’s it, I had lost everything.
Elara’s POV"We want to make this right," my mother begs. "Let us help you."I cross my arms. "There’s nothing you can do to erase years of pain and suffering.”"We can free you from Amaris," Aunt Isabella cuts in. "A ritual to expel her spirit completely."I look at them, breathless for a moment. If Amaris was gone, I could feel my wolf again. I wouldn’t be worried about my baby. I could go back to Lucas, given I won’t be worried about Amaris taking over and hurting him. I’d be free. I study their faces, looking for any sign of deception. "Just like that? You want to help me after admitting you orchestrated my entire life?""It's the least we can do," Matthew says. "Let us try to fix what we broke."My mother steps forward. "Please, Elara. Let this be our apology."I consider their offer. Part of me wants to refuse anything they suggest, but another part... "Fine," I say finally. "Do it.""We'll need time to prepare the ritual grounds," Aunt Isabella says. Hesitant, I ease up. "Fin
I have lived in many cages. Some with iron bars. Some made of illusions, some built from my own hope, crumbling when I realized no one was coming to save me.I thought I had finally escaped. That with Lucas, I had built something real. But it was all another illusion, another carefully constructed lie.Now, I stand on the edge of another choice—run, as I always have, or turn around and face the ghosts I spent my life running from. My mother, my aunt… they claim they have answers. But why should I believe them? Why should I listen?Because of the baby. Because of the life inside me, the only thing that is still mine.I have no choice but to turn back.I walk into Matthew’s pack house again. My mom is standing over Matthew, reciting incantations to try to heal his burn wounds. When they see me, everyone stops. “I only came because I want to know the truth. It’s the only way to protect my baby.’’ The quiet part I hadn’t said out loud was why. Because I was all alone now. Lucas kicked
Elara’s POV"You need to understand where it all began," my mother starts, while she helps apply ointment on my aunt's wounds. She mutters some incantations under her breath, stretching her hands over my aunt's chest. Yet again, like magic, her wounds disappeared. “Beautiful, isn’t it?’’ My aunt asked. “Scary’s more the word.’’ I admit, setting down the book. “Elara, you don’t have to be afraid of magic.’’ “I don’t want it.’’ I snapped. My mom looks back at me. She approaches me, coming to hold my hands gently. “Don’t!’’ I let out. “I don’t want to hurt you again.’’ “Elara, you’re part wolf, part witch. You’re a reincarnation of Amaris, and you’re carrying a Lycan baby. If you want, you can be the most powerful creature to ever roam this world.’’ “I just want a simple life.’’ I admitted, leaning back against the chair. “My baby deserves a simple life. Can you take the magic away? I don’t want to be cursed like this. I almost killed you for crying out loud.’’ “But you didn’t!’
Elara’s POV“I promised myself I’d never come back here,” I muttered as Matthew helped me up the stairs leading to the packhouse. “After you banished me, I had no home. Now everyone who used to bully me somehow calls me Luna. Not just that, but they think I’m some witch.”“We have much to talk about, darling,” Matthew said, smiling. “For now, you need rest.”We reached the top of the stairs, and standing at the entrance were faces I never thought I’d see again.“Elara! Oh, darling!” My mother and aunt rushed toward me, their arms outstretched.They hugged me tightly before I could react, their sudden warmth startling me. My body tensed, the touch setting off alarm bells in my head.“Easy there,” Matthew chuckled, stepping in. “She’s pregnant. Don’t crush her.”They laughed, easing away but not letting go completely.“Sorry, dear,” my mother said, brushing my hair back like she used to when I was a child. “I’m just so excited to see you again.”“Me too,” my aunt chimed in, her smile si
"Please don't do this, Alpha!" Sarah drops to her knees before Lucas. Her tears wet the ground. "She's our Luna!"I watch more pack members fall. One by one. Begging him. Pleading for me."Alpha Lucas, we need her," Michael's voice breaks. "The pack needs her."I feel their love wrapping around me like a warm blanket. But it's not enough. It's never enough.Lucas stands before me. Towering. Rigid. I search his face for any trace of the man who held me last night. Who whispered promises against my skin."I love you," I whisper. The words scratch my throat on their way out.He looks at me with empty eyes, my words mean nothing to him. He slams the door in my face. It is the final disrespect, the very thing that makes me regret knowing him. I’ve never had a place I called home that truly felt like home. Back in Matthew’s pack, it was anything but home. My parents left me a tiny house all to myself but the people around it made my life hell. Here, in Lucas’ pack, I had nothing of my own
Elara’s POVI used to catalog my heartbreaks like others collected seashells. Each heartbreak was unique, adding to my growing collection. The silent heartbreaks haunted me most. Like watching other children walk home to loving families while I returned to an empty house as an orphan. Then came the loud heartbreaks. Fists connecting with flesh, my face stuck into mud. Jeers echoing through hallways. Gum yanked from my hair piece by piece.After finding my first mate, Matthew, heartbreak came with rejection. It wasn’t after he called me to his room that night and propositioned me to become his sex slave that I felt insulted. But still, it didn’t come close to this. Standing here now, listening to Lucas speak, I understand something new. All my previous pain feels like gentle rain. This moment is the hurricane that teaches me what it truly means for a heart to break.I realize now, I’ve never known what heartbreak truly feels like until Lucas.He stands in the center of the room, look
Elara’s POV“I used to scrub these floors. Back in my old pack, they'd make me clean the hospital wing after battles, after accidents, after anything that brought real wolves in for treatment. I'd mop up blood and bandages, listening to them groan in pain while nurses rushed past me like I was invisible. Sometimes I'd hear them whisper - *stupid omega, worthless omega, don't waste medicine on her kind*.” Aurelio looked at me, really looked at me. He had nothing to say. “I remember the day I broke my arm. Three younger wolves had caught me alone, wanted to teach the omega her place. I'd dragged myself to the hospital entrance, blood dripping onto those clean floors I'd just mopped. The nurse had looked right through me, told me to clean up my own mess. I learned to set my own bones after that. Living in Matthew’s pack as the bullied omega taught me that services like health care were only available to wolves who mattered. For years, even when seriously sick, I’d clean the floors and
Elara’s POV“You’re nothing,” Mary spat, coming at me with a knife. “An inferior creature. You don’t deserve my son. You don’t deserve to live.” I tried to speak, to defend myself, but the words caught in my throat. I touched my stomach, afraid for my baby.“Oh Goddess, please help me.’’ I cried out, looking above. Mary laughed. “The goddess won’t help you. She abandoned you wolves centuries ago. She grew scared of us. How mighty Lycans had become.’’ My wolf stirred uneasily inside me, but it felt distant. It felt like she was retreating into the shadows of my mind. “Mary, please,” I managed to whisper. “I love Lucas. I would never—” “Silence!” Her roar echoed through the garden, and I flinched. Why wasn’t anyone coming to save me? Where were the guards, the warriors, the maids? Anyone. “Your love is a stain on our bloodline. You’re a mistake, one I intend to correct.” Before I could move, she lunged at me. The dagger was aimed straight at my chest, and I froze. My fight or f
Lucas’ POV“This isn’t possible. You’re dead.” The words came out before I realized I’d spoken them. “Surprise, Alpha. I’m very much alive.” His grin was wide, almost too wide, like he’d been waiting for this moment. “Do you feel it yet? Has the magic kicked in?”The air was tense, everyone held their breaths. I knew what Matthew meant, I just didn’t think the other Lycans did. The sheer number of wolves around us was too much. None of us was at full power. The forest is pumped with witch magic, which in turn weakens us. Each of us can handle fighting about 50 wolves, even while weak. That’s the power of a Lycan. However, something else was off. The magic got stronger and stronger. “Sabrina…” My father cried out. I turned to see my sister slumped against a tree, her hand pressed to her side. Her face was pale, her breathing shallow. She was slipping away, and I couldn’t do anything about it—not yet.“That’s right,” Matthew said, his tone mocking. “I laced my arrows with the same poi
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