SERENA'S POVI took out my phone, and looked at myself. It was stupid, but I needed to see if I bore any kind of resemblance to Lucas. Maybe the documents had been the ones Alpha Vincent had signed to engage Lucas and his daughter whom I hated to admit was exceptionally beautiful and gracious in every way.However, I shook my head, and walked on. There was no way we could be relatives, could there?Then, I sighed. “Serena, that's the least of your problems right now. What are we going to do about what we feel for him?” If he was going to get engaged, then…What about me? Would I be forced to smile at his wedding? And when he gave birth to his kids, would I have to love them, hold them, and be nice to them?I got back home, in an even more sour mood, but happened to run into Lucas in the hallway close to my room. When he saw me, he strode over to me, and surprisingly wrapped me in a hug. My heart began to beat crazily like it wanted to split itself open against the ribcage of my chest
SERENA'S POV. My feet slapped the marble floors harshly, as I made my way to my room hastily, tears blinding my eyes. I didn't want anyone to stop me— didn't want anyone to see me with such tears in my eyes. There was no way I would explain to them my sorrow and pain. They wouldn't understand.How could Lucas call me just so I could see him and Eliana together? Could he actually be doing it on purpose? Did he sense that I felt something for him? Was that why he wanted to show Eliana to me? It was unfair. He couldn't just treat me like that. It was stupid, and thoughtless of him to call me for that. Once I was in my room, I went straight to my wardrobe, throwing it open.With anger, I packed all that my hands could get a hold of, and threw them onto the bed, before returning to pack the rest.“We don't have to stay.” I said, as a way of instilling confidence into myself, as I ripped open a large traveling bag, pouring all the clothes into it. What use would I be when Lucas finally
SERENA'S POV. “A mission?” I asked, swallowing. Something about it just didn't sound right. It didn't. Maybe it was the way he said it, or the chilling look in his eyes as he said it. It all made me feel very unnerved. “A mission.” He repeated. “What mission is that? Is it something I can do? Something anyone can do? What exactly is it?”He continued to regard me with those soulless eyes. I couldn't even appreciate his beauty because of the aura he carried aronnd. It commanded fear. “Eliminate someone.” he finally replied “Eli… what? I should do what?”What was he saying? Eliminate as in murder?“I will not be repeating my words.” He droned icily. “You want me to kill someone. I'm… I'm not an henchman. I've never killed before, and I certainly do not want to do that. Why would I kill someone who did not offend me in any way. Why would I get blood on my hands?”“If the person offended you, will you kill them?”“No! I can't even harm a rabbit. Not to talk of a person. Why would I
SERENA'S POV. I walked faster, hoping to emerge from some glorious place that would lead me into paradise. I'd find a way to send word to Lucas, and ensure that he knew of the Alpha's plans to murder me. Hope lit in my chest, and I increased my pace, only to stumble on something hard, and fall with a grunt that echoed all around. The candle went off.“No, no, no…” I whispered, and looked up, only to find the light I had seen completely gone. How come? I had definitely seen light signifying that I was approaching the end of the tunnel. But then…“Shit.”It was probably something that reflected the light of my candle. Maybe silver or glass because that was the only explanation for everywhere being thrown into darkness.I got up, sneezing and feeling the soft dust on my arms, and felt around for the lighter. Taking it from the dress pocket, I put the candle and looked around.There were brackets with no torches in them. Instead, I fixed the candles one after the other into the bracke
SERENA'S POV. Fear rippled through me like the waves on the sea, and I began to run in the dark, adrenaline rushing through me, and filling my brain with danger signs. My heart seemed to beat in my throat, wanting to burst out, and finally, I stumbled.“Ah!” I screamed from the pain and the fear that I would suddenly feel something heavy and menacing land on my back. Gasping, I struggled to get to my feet, then realized I had stumbled on the staircase. With relief mingled with terror, I began to climb, using my hands and legs. I got to the very top, and pushed… “Ah…” I cried as the floorboard came open, revealing light. Immediately, I hoisted myself onto it, and tumbled into the room, hurriedly sealing the floorboard shut. Why wasn't there some kind of lock to it? What if the creature came bounding up the stairs in search of me, and leaped against the floorboard?What would happen when I was locked in the room when it came?A new wave of dread filled me up. If the Cryogen manage
SERENA'S POV. My hands and legs flailed helplessly, as the water joined hands with the force of gravity to pull me down. Water got into my nose, mouth, and ears, and it was a very horribl feeling as I plummeted downwards, unable to even scream, unable to cough, unable to choke, just getting rained down by the powerful water. My hands fought to grab anything I could find, just anything as my heart seemed to want to tear right out of my chest. But all that happened was my hands sailing right through the water, unable to grab anything. The fear suddenly seemed like a real creature threatening to devour me alive. It was a force on its own, and it felt like I'd die of the fear before the rocks got to me.Finally I crashed into the dark water, plunging deep with the speed at which I had been falling, I felt my whole body freeze. It was damn cold! The feeling left my fingers and toes, and they felt numb, so numb that I couldn't begin to differentiate my index from my middle finger. The
SERENA’S POVI had bid goodbye to those who helped me, and I hoped that they would also receive help and favor when they needed them, the most.On getting to the mansion, as the guards saw me, they all ran towards me, looking so relieved to see me.“You’re back! Go inform the Alpha.” One of them who spoke, instructed the other.The others held me, and led me in.I felt loved, and cared for, but it made me remember that Lucas would be really angry, and when he came out, I didn’t know what he was going to say to me.In fact, not just him, but everyone. What they would tell to me. Mara would have been so disappointed in me as I left without confiding her, and leaving her to be there for me.“Serena!” She called out to me, and ran towards me, then hugged me tight.I began to cry as I never expected her to act that way to me. I had thought that she was going to sneer at me, and leave in anger.“Where did you go to? I know you left. No one knows that, but me, and now that you’re back, every
SERENA’S POVIt was evening, and I had walked to the garden, waiting for Lucas to come over. I was a little anxious over what he was going to say or do, when he set his eyes on me, but I just hoped less for the worst. While sitting, I stared at the bright moon, and sighed.Recalling the way Lady Pearl had spoken, it was evident that she might have liked me as an individual, but not as a choice for her son, Lucas.I let out a deep sigh as I fiddled with my fingers, beginning to feel a little cold.Suddenly, I felt a presence around me. It made me feel adrenaline rush through my veins, and I felt a little overwhelmed by the strength I sensed in his aura.“Sorry if I kept you waiting.” Lucas said as he joined me on the bench, then he placed a blanket over me. “Figured out that you might need it.”I turned to him sharply, with tears threatening to fall from my eyes.“Why are you acting with so much care, towards me, when you are engaged?” I questioned, staring into his eyes, with anger i
ALPHA LUCAS' POV I didn’t respond. I didn’t need to. It was clear she was upset, but she wasn’t about to fight me in front of her father. Vincent just watched the exchange, his eyes were unreadable. He cleared his throat again and stood, motioning for Eliana to follow him.“I’ll leave now,” Vincent said, his tone steady. “But our meeting will have to be postponed until tomorrow. We’ll meet in the human world to officially cancel the alliance. That’s the best way to handle it.”I nodded. “I understand,” I said, keeping my voice even. “Tomorrow, then.”Vincent looked at me for a moment, his eyes hard, before he turned toward Eliana. She didn’t move immediately, though. She stood there for a second, still staring at me, her jaw tight. It felt like she was going to say something else but whatever it was, I really didn't’t want to hear. I just want them both out of here so I could return to Serena and make sure my mate is okay. But instead, Eliana glanced at her father, and after a moment
SERENA'S POV "You… you were scared I’d leave you?” I asked, my voice soft, barely above a whisper. I hadn’t thought about it from that angle. I’d only ever thought about my own frustration, my own anger. It hadn’t occurred to me that she was scared too.She nodded, her face filled with guilt. "I wanted to tell you, I did. But every time I tried, I’d think of how much it might hurt you. Then you'd hate me. I thought… maybe I was being selfish." She looked down, her fingers nervously fiddling with a loose thread on the bedspread. "I wanted a piece of him to stay with me. I wanted to keep you with me. Even if it meant keeping the truth from you for a little while longer."A fresh wave of tears rose in me. I reached out, wrapping my arms around her tightly, pressing my face against her shoulder. "Mom… I’m so sorry," I whispered. "I didn’t mean to be so… so difficult. I should have trusted you."She hugged me back just as tightly, stroking my hair. "It’s okay, Serena. It’s okay. None of t
SERENA'S POV Letting go of those thoughts, I picked up my phone. I was going to text..... Elijah. I hadn’t seen him since the whole situation with Eliana, and now, with so much on my mind about Alpha Vincent, he was the only one who might have some answers. Mara could help but she'd only know a few things not much. There was no hesitation—I needed to ask him everything.Serena: Good morning Elijah,I pressed send and barely had to wait 10 seconds before he replied.Elijah: Hey Serena, how've you been.Serena: I'm fine. Um, there’s something really important I need to ask. Can we meet up this evening?The message was out before I could second-guess it. I waited, watching the screen, the seconds stretching. Finally, my phone buzzed.Elijah: Sure, does 4 p.m. at the garden back at crescent moon pack house work for you?Serena: Yes, see you then.I let out a slow breath, feeling a sense of order slipping back into my day. Knowing I had a plan gave me just a little bit of calm, but it was
SERENA'S POVLucas was right, as long as Elijah and I both decide against the union them Alpha Vincent can't force us to do anything. "Are you sure he would agree to it though?" I asked. For some reason I felt a bit strange, like Elijah wouldn't want to go through with it. Of course he hadn't exactly been open with me about feelings but... all those times when...."Why wouldn't he?" Lucas suddenly asks. I stare into his eyes and remembered Elijah is his childhood friend and my mate as well. Even if there were feelings, he'd ignore them for both our happiness. And why am I even coming to conclusions? He might only treat me as he does his sister. Just like how Mara is close to Lucas."I think you should get some rest now. You've had a long day." Lucas said releasing me a bit from his grasp. " Okay. " I said feeling reluctant to leave his room. I wanted to sleep next to him again. I loved sleeping next to him."Don't worry about anything love." He whispered and placed a kiss at the crown
THIRD PERSON POV Lucas walked into his room, as though he was on autopilot mood. He had just put his aunt in the guest room, and his thoughts were all tangled up. But when he entered, he saw Serena standing by the window, looking out into the night. She looked so still, yet so distant, and he knew she wasn’t okay. That look in her eyes, they were lost. He suddenly felt bad, he had been selfishly worrying about her betrothal to Elijah that he didn't think about what she could be going through after finding out about her identity.He slowly walked up behind her, slipping his arms around her waist and pulling her close. He held her tight, almost as if he were afraid she would disappear if he let go. Like it would kill him to even release her a little bit. Serena leaned back into his embrace but didn’t speak, she already knew it was him by his scent so she didn't even bother turning to confirm. They stood like that for a while, just star gazing as though the stars knew what they were goi
THIRD PERSON POV Lucas couldn't believe what he was hearing. Alpha Vincent had been searching for his lost daughter for years, but eventually, the search had been abandoned. The whole pack believed that no one could survive that explosion. Especially a newborn, barely a few hours old. Alpha Vincent’s wife had been a warrior, and his 15 years old son was his heir. They had been lost to the explosion and their bodies were found barely in one piece, but the body of the baby was never found. People believed that maybe her body had been incinerated in the fire, turned to ash before anyone could recover it.As Lucas stood there, staring at his auntie, memories from his past rushed back to him, fast and sharp like a blade.He remembered when he was ten years old, back when things were simpler, and his aunt was still part of the pack. She wasn’t around often, but when she was, she always made time for him. She’d share snacks, play games with him, and make him laugh. One day, she suddenly d
Serena's POVi woke up to an empty bed, the morning light slipping through the cracks of the curtains. My muscles ached, reminding me of last night with Lucas. I stretched out, wincing as a specific soreness tugged at my sides and legs. He was already gone. A frown tugged at my lips. Why did he always leave before I woke up?I threw off the covers and swung my legs over the edge of the bed. The cool floor felt good against my skin as I stood and made my way to the bathroom. As I brushed my teeth, my mind wandered to Lucas. We’d had a good night, yet waking up without him always left an empty feeling in my chest. Was it too much to want to wake up beside him at least once?After freshening up, I slipped into a simple dress and combed through my hair, still thinking about him. Maybe he had some work to do early in the morning. That would make sense—being Alpha came with responsibilities, and Lucas was always busy. Still, I couldn’t help but feel a little disappointed.I headed downstair
Serena's POVAfter the intense passionate moment in the car, Lucas and I got dressed properly before returning to our rightful seats and driving back home to the pack house. Once we arrived we were welcomed by the maids who stood by the sides and the ones who were busy with their various activities. They'd stop and bow respectfully before walking away.I barely focused on anything going on around me though. My head was still in my wet flower. The only thing I could think about was the love I felt for Lucas and how much of his love I felt with every kiss, every touch, every glide inside of me. And when he gave me his seed I felt strangely fulfilled.Is this what it feels like to be made a woman by the one you love?But then the problem of my identity made me feel like I had hit my head on a stone cold wall. If Lucas and I were really related then, would we still be able to be together? To have breathless moments like in the car. Would we be able to love each other openly as I'd like us
Serena's POVThe air inside the car felt intense and I could feel my heart rate speed up at the taste of Lucas lips. Lucas slowly pulled away and gazed into my eyes, searching for something. I looked into his eyes to find the same desire that burned within me. "This is risky, if we really are....""We already did this before, and I really need this." I said while subconsciously biting at my lip. His gaze fell on my lips and then he swiftly leaned in and captured them once more. His kiss this time was different. It was possessive, demanding and savage. Then it changed entirely and it became intense and electrifying, it felt like fireworks were exploding in my chest. I felt a whirlwind of emotions, and began getting lost in the intense moment.It felt like the whole world had melted away into nothingness and all that was left was just us and the only thing that matters now was his lips on mine. Lucas lips are soft yet firm, and I couldn't help but love it's taste. Before I could wrap m