Garrett yawned and rubbed his temples. It had been a long day trying to figure out how much damage had been done by the spy his father had planted as an accountant. It would take some time, but he would be free of his father's control. 'We should just challenge him for position as Alpha and finally settle this,' Berric said. 'I don't want anything to do with that pack of his. We would be fighting the entire time to earn their respect,' Garrett stated. 'We should have never agreed to allow Luna Kelly to tutor Lily. He will find his way to impose on us,' Berric stated. 'We don't have a choice. Lily needs to learn and clearly her step mother has no intentions of helping her,' Garrett answered. Garrett stepped through the front door of the villa. His shoulders slumped with exhaustion, his mind still preoccupied with the demands of the day. As he closed the door behind him, a flicker of anticipation sparked in his heart, knowing that the Lily had been preparing the villa fo
Brandy felt a shiver run down her spine at Luna Kelly's stern warning. She realized that this meeting wasn't going to go as she had hoped. Luna Kelly's disapproval was baffling. Why was she being so harsh with her? "Luna Kelly, I never meant to disrespect the Moon Goddess or you. I…" "That is a bold statement, Brandy. You have caused a lot of harm especially to your sister," Luna Kelly interrupted. For a split second, Brandy's facade dropped and her face had a look of disdain at hearing Lily's name. 'So, this isn't a normal sibling rivalry. She truly hates her sister,' Luna Kelly thought. 'Which means she is dangerous. She is vengeful and conniving. We must be careful with dealing with her,' Nina responded in agreement. "What happened between my sister and I is done now. I have no intention of causing any further harm," Brandy pleaded, her voice filled with remorse. "I understand that I made a mistake, and I'm willing to make amends. I just wanted to contribute positiv
Lily's heart raced in her chest as she sprinted through the dense forest, her breaths ragged and heavy. The moonlit night illuminated the path before her, casting eerie shadows on the snow-covered ground. Determination propelled her forward, for this was not a mere game of chase—it was a test of wills and an undeniable bond between two werewolves. 'Let him catch you, Lily. Show him your desire to be his mate,' Dina exclaimed excitedly, echoing the primal instincts that governed their kind. She flexed against Lily's control, trying to take control to end this cat-and-mouse game. Lily's resolve hardened. She understood the longing they both felt, the desire for a mate, but she couldn't allow herself to be fueled solely by instincts. This was a pivotal moment—a chance to make a conscious choice, to prove her strength and worth, to choose the mate for herself. 'No, Dina,' she replied firmly. 'As you said before, we are not prey. We are the daughter of an Alpha, and we will continu
"It is good to see you, Alpha Jake and Luna Kelly," Adam stated as he exited the villa and approached them. He did not expect to see Garrett's parents, as they had not visited him since he exiled himself. "Oh Adam! You look well!" Luna Kelly said it excitedly, causing Adam to smile. He missed her cheery disposition. "Thank you, Luna. I would love to catch up over coffee; however, you are not permitted to be here without permission," Adam said. He had decided that this conversation needed to be in person versus over the intercom due to how volatile Jack could be when he was denied what he wanted, as well as the fact that he still had respect for them even though he no longer was loyal to them. "I paid for this villa. I can go where I please," Alpha Jack responded. "Not here; you can't. This is Alpha Garrett's home. It is my job that his sanctuary remains his sanctuary," Adam countered. Alpha Jake scoffed and said, "Alpha of what? That boy has no pack." "Regardless. He is s
"Absolutely not!" Garrett snapped, slamming his hands down on his desk as he stood up. Jack just watched him unamused from his seat. "You can't keep pulling these power plays. I'm not a pup anymore. I won't be controlled by your whims and demands." Jack's face hardened, lines etched deeper by the weight of expectation. "You think you're so grown up, Garrett, but you still don't understand the responsibilities that come with our bloodline. This isn't about control; it's about preserving our pack and ensuring its future." Garrett's eyes flared with anger as he shot back, "You've always used that excuse, Dad. But it's a convenient way to justify your domineering behavior. You've never cared about what I want or who I am as an individual." Jack's voice turned cold, his eyes piercing through Garrett's defenses. "I've always done what's best for the pack, including pushing you to embrace your role. You're my eldest son, and it's your duty to lead." Garrett's voice grew weary, tinge
Garrett stood on the grand balcony of his luxurious villa, his emotions in tumult as he watched Kelly and Lily talking in the garden. Lily seemed so happy speaking with his mother. He was pleased that she was having a wonderful time with her as he had no doubt his mother would be kind to Lily. 'I told you we need to just challenge him,' Berric said, still agitated by the conversation. 'I do not want to lead his pack of unruly monsters. I don't want to live like that,' Garrett responded. His relationship with his father had always been strained, and the idea of being a part of the pack held little appeal for him now. Kelly's soft voice filled Garrett's mind which immediately caused the muscles in his body to relax. 'Garrett, my son. Are you spying?' Kelly spoke softly, her voice tinged with amusement. 'No, I'm just clearing my head,' Garrett responded. 'I am glad that your conversation with your father was mostly civil as your home hasn't been burned down,' Kelly respond
Brandy strolled through the high-end boutique, her two friends trailing behind her. They were laughing and browsing the racks of designer clothing, oblivious to the surprise that awaited them. As they turned a corner, Brandy's eyes widened, and she froze in her tracks. "Lily? That couldn't be you," Brandy said. Lily turned to face Brandy and her once pleasant expression dropped to a slight frown. There, amidst the luxurious display of designer dresses, stood Lily, her half-sister. Brandy's mind raced with confusion and disbelief. What was Lily doing here? She certainly didn't have the money to shop in such an expensive store. With a smug smile, Brandy approached Lily, flanked by her friends who were eagerly awaiting the drama about to unfold. "Hello Brandy," Lily said, struggling to fake a smile. "Well, well, well, if it isn't my dear big sister," Brandy sneered, her voice dripping with condescension. "What brings you to this exclusive boutique? Did you take a wrong turn?
"Brandy, I've run the tests," Dr. Bennett began, his voice laced with professional detachment. "I'm sorry to inform you that you're not pregnant." Brandy stared at Dr. Bennett in utter disbelief, her mind overwhelmed with a chaotic mix of panic and dismay. This couldn't be right. She felt the movement. "You are wrong. I know I am pregnant," Brandy protested, her voice trembling with a potent blend of anger and desperation. The sterile scent of the doctor's office permeated the air, threatening to make her sick. The pack doctor, a grizzled man named Dr. Lucas Bennett, hid his grin from behind his clipboard as he pretended to read her medical chart. He enjoyed witnessing Brandy's turmoil, believing that she deserved this after the troubles she and her mother had caused him and his daughter. "Brandy, I assure you the results are accurate," Dr. Bennett insisted, gently placing his clipboard aside. "Run the test again. I know what I felt," Brandy demanded, her anger intensifyin