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The Mate I Can't Have 0081.
Henry's POVThe tension that hummed between Liam and me had reached a breaking point. I could feel it in the air as I approached him, heart racing and fists clenched. I’d had enough of his arrogance, enough of his manipulation, enough of Niyla being caught in the crosshairs of our rivalry. “Hey, Henry,” he said, that mocking grin stretching across his face. “You still think you can pull her away from me? You’ll regret that.” “Regret?” I spat, anger surging hard in my chest. “You’re the one who should regret that you thought you could take something that belongs to me.”The world around us buzzed with the hushed whispers of onlookers, excited murmurings echoing off the trees. For some reason, I felt their anticipation pulse in my veins like a sadistic enabler. They wanted to see us fight. They wanted to see drama. Well, they were about to get more than they bargained for. Liam stepped forward, chest puffed, and I felt a primal instinct take hold. Without thinking, I charged at him.
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Henry's POVThe fight escalated; claws swiped, teeth bared, as Liam and I became two wolves, embodying aggression and ferocity. The world around us faded—the pack, the school, even the spectators were mere afterthoughts. Everything stilled in the moments between strikes—heart pounding, muscles taut. But then, just as Liam lunged to claw at my side, a voice cut through the chaos like a bolt of lightning.“Stop!” I froze mid-motion, my wolf instincts momentarily overtaken by a familiar presence. It couldn’t be...Catherine, my mother, stood at the edge of the clearing, her expression fierce but her voice laced with urgency. “Both of you! Stop now!”Liam hesitated too, confusion flickering in his eyes. It was bizarre to see her here, standing between us like a beacon against the storm. “Mom?” I thought, furrowing my brow in disbelief as my wolf side rumbled in protest. The tension hung for a moment longer, the two of us poised to clash again, but her presence quelled the primal insti
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Henry's POVThe air was heavy as we stood there, a tempest brewing not just between us but beyond the chaos of our past. The truth had barely begun to settle over us like a dark cloud ready to burst. “What does that mean for us, then?” Liam’s voice broke the silence, raw and bare. “What am I supposed to do with this information? If I was meant to have a rightful place, why was I treated like a pariah?” For just a moment, the remnants of rivalry faded beneath the tides of our shared history. There was something undeniably primal in the air, and it was heavy with the weight of revelation. My mother stepped closer, her voice firm but gentle. “The past may remain tangled, and those who threaten your existence will always loom near. But there’s power in knowing who you are, Liam. Together, you two possess more potential than either of you will allow yourself to believe.” “‘Together’?” I scoffed, but the doubt I felt gradually began to twist deeper. “Don’t scoff, Henry,” Liam retorted,
Last Updated : 2024-11-23The Mate I Can't Have 0084.
HENRY'S POV The air crackled with tension as the elders loomed over us, their presence suffocating. I could feel every heartbeat echoing in my chest, my mind racing to piece together the chaos unfolding before me. Liam furrowed his brow as the elder cast accusations, his voice like gravel echoing through the trees. “You cannot hide from your past, Liam Ryder,” the elder spat, each word layered with contempt. “Your mother’s lineage is a curse; she was only an Omega, and her blood is tainted.” “What the hell are you talking about?” Liam shot back, fury sparking behind his eyes. But amidst the chaos, I found myself caught, my own heartbeat quickening with every passing moment. “We will not allow a traitor’s blood to contaminate our pack!” the elder continued, his voice rising with each word. Before I could process the implications of their threats, something shifted within me—a confidence rooted deeply in my own heritage, my loyalty spiraling into anger. “What did you say about his
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HENRY'S POVI stumbled through the underbrush, branches scratching at my skin as the world spun around in confusion. Each step echoed with the realization that my entire perception of Liam had shifted, and it sent shivers racing down my spine. How could I ever have thought I knew him? Now it felt like we were strangers trapped in this storm of misunderstandings and accusations.Regret clawed at my heart, pushing me deeper into the forest, where shadows loomed like dark phantoms. I longed for clarity, for the truth that felt so painfully out of reach.Had my father known? Had he cast Liam aside like he’d once done to those he deemed unworthy? And what did that mean for me?I reached a clearing that opened to a small stream, its gentle sounds contrasting sharply with the turmoil raging inside me. I sank to the ground, resting my back against a weathered tree, fingers tangled in my hair as I fought to make sense of it all. Memories of Niyla flooded my mind, reminding me of our laughter,
Last Updated : 2024-11-23The Mate I Can't Have 0086.
Henry's POVWith Niyla’s words still nestled in my heart, I made my way back toward the clearing where everything had spiraled into chaos. I felt her presence lingering just behind me, and for a moment, the tension that had once consumed us faded, replaced by something warmer. Stepping into the clearing once more, I saw that the elders had moved farther back, their conversation low as if they had not just threatened our very existence. Moments before, I’d felt emboldened by Niyla’s support, but now anxiety clawed its way back through me as I faced the realities we had to confront. As I felt the pressure ramping up inside me, I took a deep breath, bracing for the confrontation and facing the stony expressions of the council of elders. “What’s going on?” I demanded as I stepped back into the circle.The elder who had spoken before regarded me with cold eyes, but I sensed there was something deeper at play. “You think you can disregard our claims, young one?” he asked, words dripping w
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Henry's POVThe moment hung precariously in the air, tension reverberating like the thrum of an ominous storm. My gaze darted to the gathered elders, their shadows stretching like stringy webs pinning us to past choices. Every heartbeat brought me closer to the precipice, the unyielding truth resonating as I prepared for what came next.“Do you really believe you control the nature of your birthright?” one elder sneered, his voice cutting like a knife through my thoughts. “That somehow this new resolve grants you the power to alter fate?”“No one can set the course for what remains unwritten,” Liam snapped back, stepping further into the light. “I am more than the mistakes of my lineage—I am what I choose to be.” “Such lofty ideals, boy,” the elder interrupted with a mocking demeanor. “Your choices do not alter the shadows of your past. You will always be hunted. You will never be accepted here—your bloodline is one of shame, and the consequences will follow you.”Anger surged throug
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Henry's POVThe atmosphere was thick with tension, the previous confrontation still heavy in the air as Liam stood there, stunned. I could see disbelief flickering in his eyes, reflecting a tumultuous whirlwind of emotions. It was as if a switch had been flipped within him, and I hardly knew how to navigate through the tidal wave of realization that had just crashed over us.“I’m… what?” His voice cracked, disbelief rippling through each syllable as he turned toward the elders, seeking a confirmation of the truth that threatened to shatter everything he thought he knew. “You’re saying I’m an heir? That my mother was linked to this pack?”“Yes,” one of the elders responded, his face devoid of any sympathy. “You are the son of the former Luna, born of a union under duress, steeped in a legacy your father attempted to shield you from. You carry his blood, and your destiny is entwined with ours.”The world around us seemed to shift in shades of gray, and I could feel the tension falling a
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Niylah stood on the grand stage, her fingers poised elegantly above the ivory keys of the majestic piano, her heart pulsating in rhythm with the gentle hum of anticipation that filled the concert hall. The atmosphere was electric—a myriad of emotions swirled around her as the audience filled the seats, awash with admiration and expectation. A soft glow illuminated her from above, casting her in a shimmering light, and she could feel the warmth coursing through her, reassuring her that this moment was hers.Breathless, Niylah smiled as she scanned the crowd, her eyes landing on her parents, their faces glowing with pride, and Nina, her little sister and her lifelong confidant, sitting in the front row, grinning widely. They had journeyed together, navigating the chaotic currents of life, and now they shared in this triumphant moment.After everything that had happened—the rejections, the pain, and the eventual acceptance of her true self—she finally stood here, ready to fulfill her dre
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Henry’s POVThe moon hung high above the clearing, a majestic witness to life unfolding beneath its hushed glow. Henry stood at the edge of the gathering, an outsider looking in, gnawing on regrets that clawed at his insides. Guilt twisted in his chest as he witnessed the celebration of unity after the chaos that had once reigned over their lives. His gaze drifted to Niylah, resplendent and fierce, commanding the attention of the pack with her newfound Alpha presence. She had shed her insecurities like a snake shedding skin, and the magnificence of who she was now practically radiated. Memories of their past flashed through his mind, filling him with remorse.He had been such a fool—disregarding her, underestimating her strength, and acting out of selfishness. The recollection of that day haunted him, the burning shame of how he had rejected her publicly, how he had chosen to embrace Ivory instead of nurturing what he could have cherished with Niylah. The memories of their time toge
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Liam’s POVThe soft glow of the moon bathed the forest in ethereal light as Liam walked through the clearing. Each step felt lighter than the last, buoyed by an overwhelming sense of gratitude. He paused, inhaling the cool night air, feeling its crispness fill his lungs and awaken the very essence of him. The moon goddess had blessed him with a gift he had never anticipated—a mate, Niylah. And with that blessing, he had discovered not just love but a profound truth about himself.As the future Alpha, he felt the weight of responsibility on his shoulders to embody strength and resilience. Yet, despite his natural gifts, there had always been an undercurrent of confusion guiding his path. He had lived under the constant fear of failing those he cared about, the fear of not being the leader they deserved. But with Niylah, everything changed.He thought back to that fateful night when their souls intertwined beneath the moonlit sky. It had been such a vulnerable moment when she had unlea
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Niylah stood beneath the pale glow of the moonlight, her heart racing with a mixture of fear and exhilaration. The night seemed alive with energy, vibrating in tune with the beating of her own heart. She had always been the Omega—the weakest, the underestimated, the one who bore the brunt of others' expectations and their scorn. Every day had been a battle against the tides of her reality, a struggle to carve a place for herself in a world that thrived on hierarchy and dominance. But tonight, everything was different.Memories flooded her mind as she took a deep breath. She could still remember the whispers that followed her, the laughter laced with cruelty echoing in the corners of her mind. “Niylah the weak, Niylah the expendable,” they'd call her. The other wolves in her pack had found their strength in their Alpha lineage, their fierce dominion solidified by blood and tradition. And then there was her—nobody. Just Niylah. The Omega.Her hands clenched into fists as she recalled th
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Liam's POVThe confrontation had spiraled into a tumultuous battle of emotions that left me reeling. As Sophia’s revelation twisted around us, I could scarcely grasp the gravity of what she had confessed. The air crackled with uncertainty, but behind it all was a thread of betrayal that hung heavily in the silence. It ricocheted through each moment, wrapping the three of us in a storm.“She disguised herself as Evelyn,” I thought, the notion too surreal to digest. “Why would she go to such lengths?”Every detail felt like an incomplete piece of a broken puzzle I strained to assemble. This woven narrative hung precariously, every new thread threatening to unravel the ties that bound us together.“You played Evelyn,” I finally managed to voice, disbelief still clinging to my words. It felt surreal, as though I were watching a play unfold rather than witnessing the reality standing before me. “Why would you put yourself in that position? Why hide in plain sight?”“I did it for you!” Soph
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Niylah's POVThe cool air was fraught with tension as Sophia revealed her truth, the revelation seeping into my consciousness like a slow poison. I tried to piece together the fragments of my emotions as I stood there, stunned.Sophia had been my confidant, a steadfast ally who had helped me navigate my darkest days. I had relied on her, unknowingly, while she had worn a mask so deceiving it felt as if the ground beneath me had shifted. It left me reeling, the foundation I thought our friendship was built upon cracking beneath the weight of her betrayal.“Evelyn,” I whispered, the name falling from my lips like a ghostly echo. “Her eyes glistened with unshed tears, remorse reflected in her gaze. I had justified my own insecurities through our bond; I had viewed our relationship as a sisterhood, one founded on support. To learn that Sophia had disguised herself as someone else—someone dangerously close to me—felt like a betrayal that ran deeper than mere deception; it threatened the v
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Sophia’s POVThe moonlit clearing shimmered, casting elongated shadows that danced across the ground like phantoms from my past. My heart raced as I prepared to share my truth with Niylah and Liam. I could sense the tension that lingered in the air, the unspoken questions and the hazy remnants of doubt. It was time to shed my own skin, to remove the last pieces of the façade I had built to protect those I cared about most.We had all been through a crucible of conflict that had tested our bonds, but now we stood on the brink of revelation. As I gathered my thoughts, my gaze flickered to Niylah, her fierce determination a beacon of strength. I remembered all too vividly the moments when she had needed me most, how I had made it my mission to be her shield against the dark forces that threatened her.Would she understand how deep this deception ran? Would she see that my intentions had been guided by loyalty, even if my methods were misguided?"There's something you both need to know,"
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Liam's POVThe night air felt heavy, charged with emotions still pulsating from the earlier confrontation. Sophia’s voice drifted through my consciousness like a haunting melody, testing the strings of loyalty and trust. She stood before Niylah and me, a woman who’d carried the weight of being our beta and yet had slipped in her duty to protect the very foundation she held dear.“But you think you can just... pull the wool over our eyes and pretend it’s for our own good?” The words were out before I had fully processed them. I felt a mix of anger and disbelief at her veiled intentions, but there was an underlying concern—what else lay hidden behind those secrets?“I thought I was doing what was best!” She cried, small and earnest, the vulnerability in her reflection stirring something inside me. “I know I’ve made mistakes; I laid a path of betrayal. But I wanted to shield you two from the turmoil happening outside our borders.”In that moment, I felt the weight of my initial fury shi
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Niylah's POVThe wind howled through the trees, carrying the echoes of the fight we had just witnessed. Nothing felt right. As the moon painted the clearing in ethereal light, I could hardly believe the chaos that had descended upon us. Sophia's words swirled in my mind, but the anger within me felt justified. The betrayal was fresh; it still stung like an open wound.Why had she kept us in the dark? It was unfathomable. Trust was the foundation of our pack, and now those foundations seemed to be cracked and crumbling.“Betrayal,” I echoed Sophia’s words. “That’s what it feels like. You were meant to stand by us, to protect us. Instead, you chose to act secretly.”“Could you not see that it was for our safety?” She looked at me imploringly, and I could see the tremor in her hands as she spoke. Maybe I was too harsh; Sophia was our beta, and she wore that responsibility heavily. But that didn’t excuse her silence.“We’re all carrying our own burdens, Sophia,” Liam’s voice was steady, c
