LOGINShare
0086.
Last Updated:
2024-11-25 18:33:27Related chapters
The Mate I Can't Have 0087.
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
Last Updated : 2024-11-25The Mate I Can't Have 0088.
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
Last Updated : 2024-11-25The Mate I Can't Have 0089.
Henry's POVWith each passing moment, the reality of Liam’s revelations twisted deeper, churning inside me like a tempest. The weight of the fight ahead had thickened the air between us, but there was also a newfound determination—a willingness to rise from the ashes of our entangled past.We found ourselves standing together again, side by side—but this time, it felt as though the chains binding us were slowly beginning to unshackle. “I’m going to find Niyla,” Liam said, breaking the silence that had stretched between us. “I need her to understand.”He turned away, his footsteps resolute, confidence beginning to drape over his shoulders. But deep down, I sensed the flicker of apprehension radiating beneath his determination. I couldn’t let him face Niyla alone—an unexpected pang of protectiveness surged within me.“I’ll come with you,” I insisted, hastily falling into step beside him, drawn by a shared purpose. As we made our way towards the clearing where Niyla often sought solace,
Last Updated : 2024-11-26The Mate I Can't Have 0090.
Henry's POVThe atmosphere around us shifted as Niyla reached for Liam, a bond of understanding crystallizing in the sunlight. The fear that had hung at the corners of their conversation began to melt away, and I felt the remnants of our past pain fade, replaced by a sense of unity—a new foundation upon which we could build.“Liam,” Niyla said, her expression earnest. “You have the chance to reclaim your place. Let’s navigate this together, face whatever conflicts arise.”I watched as Liam’s shoulders straightened, the resolve returning to his features. “Thank you, Niyla. I was so afraid—to confront this truth, to face the possibility of another burden and lose you in the process.”“Fear is a part of learning, but remember, it needn’t bind you,” she replied, her voice steady and calming. “Your choices are what define you. You are not merely your lineage—you are a part of this pack, and we’re all in this together.” Liam breathed deeply, his expression softening. “Having you by my side
Last Updated : 2024-11-26The Mate I Can't Have 0091.
Henry's POVThe morning sun spilled into the cafeteria of FCY International College, casting elongated shadows over the crowded tables. Students chatted animatedly, laughter bubbles rising amidst the clatter of trays and chatter. But beneath the surface of this supposed normalcy lurked an undercurrent of tension, anticipation thickening the air around us. Today was different. Today, Niylah would finally proclaim the truth that had been buried beneath layers of misunderstanding.I watched as she stood at the edge of the stage, both commanding and tentative, her presence transforming the chaotic room into something sacred. Her hands fidgeted with the hem of her shirt—an unconscious gesture reflecting the weight of what she was about to reveal. Liam stood beside her, a silent pillar of support, though his nervous energy radiated through the air like a charged storm.As Niylah glanced around the room, her gaze flickered over our classmates—some bewildered, others intrigued. I could see Li
Last Updated : 2024-11-27The Mate I Can't Have 0092.
Henry's POVThe echoes of applause still reverberated in my ears as I exited the cafeteria, the weight of realization crashing against me like an unexpected tide. The students were buzzing with excitement, but the moment felt as if it had ripped open a wound I had been trying desperately to ignore.Niylah stood alongside Liam, vibrant and glowing, yet that light felt absent from my chest, swallowed by the shadows of my past mistakes. I had felt her pain, shame, and longing, and yet, I had chosen to turn away. As I wandered through the hallways, I could feel the weight of their eyes on me—whispers of my past gusting like breathless winds. I pressed my palms against the coolness of the walls, grounding myself as I navigated the memories flooding my mind.“Henry!” A voice called, breaking through the haze. It was Niyla, rushing down the hall, her eyes gleaming with triumph. “Hey,” I replied, forcing a smile to hide the swirling storm within me. “I can’t believe it! They accepted us!”
Last Updated : 2024-11-27The Mate I Can't Have 0093.
Henry's POVThe rest of the day passed in a blur of whispers, uncertainty swirling amidst the halls. The students’ reactions to Niylah’s declaration ranged from jubilant acceptance to unshakeable skepticism. The polarity of emotions reminded me of the duality we all faced when navigating the fragile line between acceptance and rejection.Late that afternoon, I met up with Liam in a secluded corner of the school grounds, a place that felt untouched by the commotion of the day. He leaned against a tree, seemingly lost in thought, darkness overshadowing the triumph of Niylah’s announcement. “Hey,” I greeted, sensing the gravity of his thoughts.“Hey,” he murmured, eyes far away. “I thought we’d move forward. I thought people would accept us.” “They will,” I reassured him, though uncertainty tinged my voice. “It may take time, but Niylah is right—your identity is worth fighting for. Those who truly matter will stand by you.”“Will they?” The question lingered in the air, laced with doub
Last Updated : 2024-11-28The Mate I Can't Have 0094.
Liam's POVAs I sat in the dimly lit café, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingling with my anxieties, I couldn't help but feel a mix of hope and dread. The weight of the past months hung heavily on my shoulders—each memory of anger and misunderstanding replaying like a painful film in my mind. I was waiting for Henry and Niylah, two people I had once considered my closest friends. Our bond had been fractured by harsh words, pride, and hurt feelings. But today, we had agreed to meet. Today was about reconciliation.I glanced at my phone again, the ticking seconds morphing into an agonizing reminder of our shattered friendship. In our arguments, we had all escalated rapidly; it was a cycle of defensiveness, accusation, and then silence. I took a deep breath, hoping this meeting would change everything. Henry had texted me earlier, sounding tentative but resolved. Niylah was calmer than I'd expected, yet her previous hurt lingered in my mind like an unwelcome guest.The café door sw
Last Updated : 2024-11-28
Latest chapter
The Mate I Can't Have 0114.
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
The Mate I Can't Have 0113.
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
The Mate I Can't Have 0112.
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
The Mate I Can't Have 0111.
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
The Mate I Can't Have 0110.
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
The Mate I Can't Have 0109.
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
The Mate I Can't Have 0108.
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,"
The Mate I Can't Have 0107.
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
The Mate I Can't Have 0106.
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
