Alpha Red's POV The scent of pine and damp earth filled my nostrils as I crossed the Red Moon pack border. It was good to be back, though a knot of unease tightened in my chest. I’d left to confirm the whispers, the terrifying rumors that had haunted my dreams for weeks. Now, I have my answer.Ryker met me at the edge of the woods. His usually jovial face was set in a grim line. “Alpha,” he greeted, the single word heavy with unspoken dread.“Ryker,” I replied, my voice rough. “Tell me. Is it true?”He didn’t mince words. “It is, Alpha. Greece has sent hunters. They’re after Avery.”My jaw clenched. Avery. The thought of those monsters laying a finger on her… Rage, cold and sharp, sliced through me. “How long?”“They’re already here. We’ve dispatched guards to intercept them, but…” Ryker trailed off, the unspoken fear hanging in the air between us.I nodded. I’d anticipated this. I'd already formulated a plan, a way to shield Avery from their grasping claws. But first, there was ano
Avery's POV I stood at the balcony of my room, lost in thought as I gazed out into the night. The sound of a knock on the door broke the silence, and I turned to see my grandfather standing in the doorway. His eyes, filled with concern, searched mine as he asked, "Avery, how are you feeling? You've been cooped up in this room since Alpha Red left." I shrugged, feeling a mix of emotions swirl inside me. I walked back to the balcony, and he followed, his footsteps quiet on the floor. As we stood side by side, looking out into the darkness, I turned to him and confessed, "I don't know, Grandfather. I don't know how I'm supposed to feel or what I'm supposed to do." My voice cracked, and I felt a lump form in my throat. "Ever since Alpha Red left, my mind has been racing with thoughts and fears. I'm frustrated, and I don't know how to make it stop." My grandfather's expression softened, and he placed a gentle hand on my shoulder. "Share your burden with me, child," he urged. "What is i
Avery's POV I ran as fast as I could, my heart pounding in my chest. I could hear the footsteps behind me, getting closer and closer. I didn't dare look back, fearing what I might see. Suddenly, it hit me - I was outside the clan's territory. I had wandered too far, and now I was vulnerable. The realization sent a chill down my spine. I was being chased by something, and I had a feeling it wasn't human. Werewolves.The thought sent a wave of fear through me. I had heard the rumors, the whispers of wolves lurking in the shadows, preying on the innocent. And now, I was being hunted by them. My breath came in ragged gasps as I ran, my legs aching with exertion. I could feel my energy waning, my body screaming for rest. But I couldn't stop. Not now. Not when I was so close to being caught. I forced myself to keep running, my feet pounding against the earth. I could hear the vampires closing in, their footsteps getting louder and louder. I was running out of time. I pushed my legs to th
Avery's POV As I stood frozen in fear, the werewolves began to close in on me. I knew I had to act fast if I wanted to protect myself and my unborn child. I raised my hands, and a surge of magic flowed through me. The air around me began to shimmer and glow, as I summoned a protective barrier to shield myself from the werewolves. The guards snarled and snapped, trying to break through the barrier, but it held strong. I took a deep breath, trying to calm my racing heart. I knew I couldn't keep this up for much longer. The magic was draining my energy, and I could feel my strength waning. I needed to think of something else, and fast. That's when I remembered the words of my mother, a powerful witch who had taught me everything I knew. "When in doubt, call upon the elements," she had said. I closed my eyes, focusing all my energy on summoning the ancient powers of nature. The wind began to howl, the trees creaking and swaying in the gusts. The werewolves stumbled back, momentarily b
Alpha Red's POV As I held Avery close, I could feel her heart still racing with fear. I tightened my grip on her, trying to reassure her that she was safe now. My mind was still reeling from the events of the past hour. When Ryker had told me that Avery was being attacked, my heart had almost stopped. The thought of anything happening to her was unbearable. But I had made it in time, and I had managed to save her. Now, as I carried her through the forest, I couldn't help but feel a sense of relief wash over me. She was safe, and that's all that mattered. I looked down at Avery, her eyes fixed on mine. I could see the fear and uncertainty still lingering in her eyes, but I also saw something else - a spark of trust. She knew that I had saved her, and she knew that I would do everything in my power to keep her safe. I felt a surge of determination run through me. I would do whatever it took to protect Avery, to keep her safe from harm. She was mine now, and I would fight to the death
Avery's POV I walked through the forest, my heart still reeling from the events of the past hour. As I approached the Silver Wizard's hut, I could feel a sense of calm wash over me. I knocked on the door, and the Silver Wizard's voice called out, "Enter, Alpha Red." I pushed open the door and stepped inside, the Silver Wizard's warm smile greeting me. "Ah, Alpha Red, it's been too long," he said, his eyes twinkling with warmth. "I see you've returned from your pack. How is everyone?" I took a deep breath, feeling a sense of relief wash over me. "Everything is okay," I replied. "I went back to the Red Moon and captured the alpha who's currently in the dungeon." The Silver Wizard's eyes widened in surprise. "Ah, I see," he said. "Avery told me you had returned to your pack for personal reasons. I didn't realize it was that serious." I nodded, glad that they had no idea what else happened but I knew I'd have to tell them the truth about red moon."It was necessary," I said. "But I'm
Alpha Red's POV Avery's eyes widened in shock, and she felt like she had been punched in the gut. She couldn't breathe, and her mind was racing with questions. "What...what happened?" she stuttered, her voice barely above a whisper.I took a deep breath, preparing myself for the difficult conversation ahead. "Ana died at the infirmary because," I said, my voice firm but gentle. "I was told she was already suffering from a disease and there was no other way to get treatment for her so she died recently. I had no idea until I went back to the pack. I'm sorry."Avery's face crumpled, and she felt a wave of grief wash over her. She had known Ana for a short time, but she had grown to care for her deeply. The thought of Ana being killed by the vampires was too much to bear.I wrapped my arms around Avery, holding her close as she sobbed uncontrollably. I knew that she needed time to process her emotions, and I was willing to give it to her.As we sat there in silence, I couldn't help but
Avery's POV As the days passed, I slowly began to heal, but the emotional wounds lingered. I felt ashamed that I couldn't fight back against the werewolves, that I had lost my strength and become weak. I knew I needed to become stronger, not just physically, but also in my powers. I made a mental note to ask my grandfather for his help in making me more resilient and powerful.But for now, I was stuck in this hospital bed, feeling helpless and vulnerable. Alpha Red's words kept echoing in my mind - "You're safe now, Avery. No one will ever hurt you again." I wanted to believe him, I really did. But the fear and uncertainty lingered, making it hard for me to shake off the feeling of being in danger.As I lay there, I couldn't help but think about Ana and how she had died. The vampires had taken her life, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of guilt and responsibility. If only I had been stronger, if only I had been able to protect her...Alpha Red's voice brought me back to the prese
Alpha Red's POV I called out to my daughter, Power, or Rubik as I liked to call her, as she ran across her room. She tried to hide, but I was too quick. I grabbed her and swung her around, her laughter and giggles filling the air.Just as we were having the time of our lives, the door to the room opened, and Avery stepped inside. She looked around the room, taking in the mess, and her expression turned stern. She gave me and Power a disapproving glare, and we both froze, caught in the act.Avery walked towards us, her frown deepening. "What happened here?" she demanded, pointing at the mess.I pointed at Power, and she pointed right back at me. I gave her an exasperated look, but she just made a face, her eyes sparkling with mischief.Avery shook her head, a hint of a smile on her lips. "You two are something else," she said. "Do you have any idea how hard it is to keep this room tidy?"I shrugged, Power still in my arms. "It's not a burden you should always bear," I said. "Besides,
Callista's POV As I stood there, tears streaming down my face, I thought I heard a familiar voice calling my name. But I was sure it was just my mind playing tricks on me. That was until I heard it again, clearer this time.I lifted my head, and my eyes scanned the room frantically. And then, I saw him. Ryker was standing there, a gentle smile on his face. I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me, but as he moved closer, I knew it was really him.I rushed towards him, throwing my arms around him and bursting into tears. "I was so scared," I sobbed, relief washing over me.Ryker hugged me back, holding me tightly. "I'm okay, Callista," he whispered. "I'm okay."I pulled away, scanning his body, and my eyes widened in surprise. He was fully healed. Not a single scratch or bruise marred his perfect skin."How?" I asked, my voice shaking with wonder.Ryker smiled calmly. "I'm a werewolf, remember? My healing ability is high. And the witch helped to fasten the process."I nodded, feeli
Third POV Tears streamed down Callista's face as she desperately tried to stem the flow of blood from Ryker's chest wound. His eyes, once bright and full of life, now seemed dull and sunken, and his coughing up blood only added to her distress. She felt helpless, unsure of how to save him.Just as she was starting to lose hope, the rescue team arrived, and gently but quickly, they lifted Ryker onto a stretcher, carrying him away to the infirmary along with the other injured ones. Callista watched, her heart heavy with worry, as they disappeared into the distance.As she stood there, lost in her thoughts, she heard Avery calling out her name. She turned to see her sister rushing towards her, a look of concern etched on her face. Avery immediately enveloped her in a tight hug, holding her close as Callista broke down in tears."I'm so sorry, Avery," Callista sobbed, her body shaking with grief. "I was so scared."Avery held her close, whispering words of comfort in her ear. "You're alr
Avery's POV I stood atop the Moon Palace walls, my eyes fixed on the battle unfolding before me. The war had finally begun, and my people were fighting valiantly alongside Alpha Red's pack. I could see Alpha Red himself, his massive form standing tall at the war front, far from the main gates of the Moon Palace.The vampire monarch and his men had arrived, their dark forms swarming across the battlefield like a plague. The clash of steel on steel echoed through the air, and I could feel the ground shaking beneath my feet.Despite Alpha Red's strength and experience, I couldn't help but worry about him. The sheer number of vampire armies seemed to be pushing our lines back, and I could see the main gates of the Moon Palace coming under attack.My instincts kicked in, and I raised my arms, summoning a fierce gust of wind to block the vampires' advance. The air was filled with the sound of snarling and snapping, as our people clashed with the enemy.I fought with everything I had, but i
Alpha Red's POV Avery turned to me, her eyes sparkling with determination. "Where do you think Callista's people should stand in the Moon Palace?" she asked.I considered her question for a moment before responding. "I think they should be held back, kept out of sight from the enemy. They should be our last resort."Avery nodded, understanding my reasoning. "The dragon army is known for their ability to cause destruction by burning down the enemy. It would make the fight easier, but..."I completed her sentence, my voice low and serious. "We might not get who were truly after."Avery's eyes locked onto mine, and I could see the unspoken name hanging in the air. "The Dark Lord," she whispered.I nodded, my jaw clenched in determination. "Yes. I believe the only way to defeat the Dark Lord and his people for good is to make sure he's there before we burn the army of vampires. There's a possibility he won't show up at the war front, that he'll be the last resort as well."Avery nodded,
Avery's POV Callista walked into the meeting room, and I asked her, "Are your people prepared?"She nodded. "Yes, they're ready. However, my guards will start moving a day before the war. The north is far from where the war will take place, so we need to give them a head start."I smiled, relieved to hear this news. "Thank you, Callista. That's a big help."Just then, a guard entered the room, carrying a letter. "Avery, this just arrived for you," he said, handing me the letter.I opened it, scanning the contents. My army commander's words jumped off the page, and my heart began to pound. He wrote that his scouts had infiltrated the kingdom and discovered that the vampires had already sent half of their army to hide around the Moon Palace. They planned to wait for the rest of their forces to arrive before launching a surprise attack. But what caught my attention was the timeline - they planned to attack by tomorrow night.I felt a surge of adrenaline as I continued to read. My comman
Avery's POV Callista's eyes blazed with a fierce intensity as she pressed a knife to my throat, pinning me against the wall. "Never hurt Avery," she hissed, her voice low and menacing. "Or you'll regret it."I was taken aback by her sudden threat, but I quickly regained my composure. With a swift motion, I grabbed her hand and twisted it behind her back, pinning her against the wall with her face pressed against the cold stone."If anyone should be threatening anyone to never hurt Avery, it's me," I growled, my eyes locked on hers. "I don't trust you yet, Callista."Callista's voice was muffled against the wall, but I could still make out her words. "I never want to hurt Avery," she said, her tone sincere.I raised an eyebrow, my grip on her tightening. "The same applies to me," I said. "But even though we can't trust each other, we're both important in Avery's life. Which means we have to give each other the benefit of the doubt."Callista's voice was laced with a hint of desperatio
Alpha Red's POV I woke up to Avery's peaceful slumber, her chest rising and falling with each gentle breath. I smiled to myself, feeling a sense of contentment wash over me. I slowly got out of bed, trying not to disturb her, and made my way to the shower.After a refreshing shower, I returned to Avery's side and gently kissed her lips. She stirred slightly, but didn't wake up. I smiled and whispered, "I'll be back soon, my love."I left the room, closing the door quietly behind me. As I entered the sitting room, I saw Callista already seated, sipping a cup of tea. I walked over to her, my expression stoic, and sat down in front of her."What information do you have for me, Callista?" I asked, my voice firm but polite.Callista raised an eyebrow, her eyes flashing with a hint of annoyance. "I'm not your servant, Alpha Red," she said, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "But I'll grudgingly share some information with you. My men spotted some suspicious movement at night. There are trace
Avery's POV As I entered the room, Alpha Red's eyes locked onto mine, and he strode towards me with a sense of urgency. He pulled me into his arms, his lips crashing down on mine in a passionate kiss. I felt a rush of excitement and relief at being reunited with him.When we finally broke apart, Alpha Red asked, "Why didn't you come back earlier? I received your letter, and I was thankful for it, but I was starting to panic."I apologized, feeling a pang of guilt for worrying him. "I'm sorry for bothering you, but there was something I had to handle, and I didn't mean to keep you waiting."Alpha Red's eyes narrowed slightly, and he asked, "Is there any reason to guess what that something was?"I shook my head, smiling wryly. "It's exactly what you're thinking. It's about the upcoming war. I had to check on the pack's progress and see how they're holding up."Alpha Red's expression turned serious, and he asked, "What's the update?"I filled him in on my conversation with Darius, telli