Avery's POV I sat beside Alpha Red, gently tracing the contours of his face with my finger, a soft smile on my lips. I had grown accustomed to taking care of him, making sure he was comfortable and healing properly. And as I looked at him, I felt a deep sense of connection and affection.But as I continued to gaze at him, his eyes suddenly fluttered open, and he looked up at me. I froze, my finger still touching his face, as our eyes met. And then, slowly, a faint smile spread across his face, and I felt my cheeks flush with heat.I quickly pulled my hand back, trying to play it cool, but Alpha Red's smile only grew wider. "Hey," he said, his voice low and husky. "Welcome back."I nodded, still feeling a bit flustered. "Hey," I replied, trying to sound casual. "How are you feeling?"Alpha Red's smile faltered for a moment, and he looked away, his eyes clouding over. "I'm okay," he said, his voice a bit rougher. "Just a bit tired."I nodded, feeling a pang of concern. I knew he was st
Avery's POV I looked at Alpha Red, searching for any sign of doubt or uncertainty. But his expression was resolute, his eyes burning with a fierce determination."I'll be careful," he said, as if sensing my concerns. "I promise. I'll gather the information we need, and then I'll get out. I won't take any unnecessary risks."I nodded, trying to feel reassured by his words. But I couldn't shake off the feeling of unease that had settled in my stomach.As I looked at Alpha Red, I knew that I had to trust him. I had to trust that he would be careful, that he would come back to me unharmed."Okay," I said finally, my voice barely above a whisper. "I trust you. Just be careful, please."Alpha Red's expression softened, and he reached out to take my hand. "I will," he promised. "I'll be back before you know it, with the information we need to take down the Red Moon Pack once and for all.""Have you eaten?" I asked Alpha Red, concern etched on my face.He shook his head, his eyes never leavi
Avery's POV As we strolled outside, the warm sun on our skin and the gentle breeze rustling our hair, I couldn't help but feel a sense of contentment. The past few days had been incredible, and I had enjoyed every moment of taking care of Alpha Red.At first, I had thought it would be a chore, but Alpha Red had a way of making me feel responsible for him. He would blackmail me, playfully, of course, into doing things for him. But the truth was, I didn't mind. I loved every moment of it.Bathing him, dressing him, taking care of his every need...it had created a bond between us that I hadn't expected. I had seen a vulnerable side of Alpha Red that I hadn't seen before, and it was incredible.As we walked, Alpha Red leaned on me slightly, his weight a comforting presence. I felt a sense of pride and purpose, knowing that I was helping him recover."You're enjoying this, aren't you?" Alpha Red asked, his voice low and husky.I looked up at him, smiling. "Maybe a little," I admitted.Alp
Avery's POV Alpha Red's face lit up with a radiant smile, and he pulled me into a tight embrace. "I'm so glad to hear that, Avery," he whispered, his voice filled with emotion.I felt a wave of happiness wash over me as I wrapped my arms around him, holding him close. It felt like I had finally found my home, my safe haven.As we stood there, holding each other, I felt a sense of peace and contentment that I had never felt before. It was like the entire world had melted away, leaving only the two of us.After a few moments, he pulled back and looked at me with a serious expression. "Avery, I want you to know that I'm committed to making this work between us," he said, his voice firm. "I'll do everything in my power to make you happy, to protect you and care for you."I felt a lump form in my throat as I looked at him, my eyes filling with tears. "I promise the same, Alpha Red," I whispered, my voice trembling with emotion.Alpha Red's face softened, and he leaned in to kiss me. It wa
Avery's POV I took a deep breath, trying to calm my racing thoughts. "I've been having nightmares, Alpha Red," I said, my voice barely above a whisper. "Nightmares about our child, about the Shadow Court, about the Lycan's vengeful spirit."Alpha Red's eyes narrowed, his gaze intense. "What do you plan on doing, Avery?" he asked, his voice low and husky.I hesitated, unsure of how much to reveal. "I've spoken to a seer," I said finally. "She's seen visions of our child, of the path that lies ahead."Alpha Red's eyes lit up with interest. "I want to see the seer," he said, his voice firm. "I want to know what she's seen, what we can do to protect our child."I felt a surge of reluctance, unsure if I wanted Alpha Red to know more about the seer's visions. But he sensed my hesitation and reached out, his hand closing around mine."Avery, I only want to know what we can do to protect our child," he said, his voice softening. "I want to know what the seer has seen, what dangers lie ahead.
Avery's POV Alpha Red's eyes narrowed, his gaze intense. "Is there a possibility that we can protect the child without any damage being caused?" he asked, his voice firm.The seer nodded, her eyes gleaming with a hint of optimism. "Anything is possible," she said. "But we still have a chance to change the future if we work extra hard for it."I felt a surge of hope at her words, a sense of determination. We could do this, we could protect our child and change the course of fate.The seer's eyes seemed to cloud over, her gaze drifting into the distance. "I tried to convince you to terminate the child before it was too late," she said, her voice low and husky. "But after much consideration, I realized that the child was also a blessing to you both... if she ends up in good hands."I felt a pang of guilt, remembering the seer's words when I first found out about the child's identity. I had considered terminating the pregnancy, but something had held me back.Alpha Red's eyes locked on t
Alpha Red's POV I woke up to the most beautiful sight - Avery sleeping peacefully in my arms. I felt a sense of calm wash over me, a feeling I'd never experienced before. It was as if all my worries and troubles had melted away, and all that mattered was the woman lying beside me.I didn't want to let her go, didn't want to break the spell that had been cast over us. But I knew I had to leave, had to attend to my duties as alpha. I gently kissed her forehead, trying not to disturb her.As I stood up and made my way to the bathroom, I couldn't help but feel grateful. I had dreamed of this day for so long, the day when Avery would finally be back in my arms. And now that it was here, I felt like the luckiest man alive.I took a quick bath, trying to be as quiet as possible so as not to wake Avery up. I loved it when she took care of me, loved the way she made me feel like a king. But for now, I was content to simply be near her, to bask in the warmth of her presence.As I finished dres
Avery's pov I turned to Alpha Red, my eyes locking onto him as I asked, "Why didn't you tell the council about your suspicions regarding the Red Moon Pack?"Alpha Red's expression was thoughtful, his eyes narrowing slightly as he replied, "I didn't say anything because I knew it would only raise questions that I'm not ready to answer. I need to get more than just evidence. We need to understand the bigger picture."I nodded, intrigued by his words. "What do you mean?" I asked, my curiosity piqued.Alpha Red's eyes seemed to gleam with a hint of strategy as he explained, "The only way we can easily defeat the Red Moon Pack is by bringing them down along with the Vampire Kingdom. We need to know what's driving their alliance. What did the Vampire Kingdom promise the Red Moon Pack in exchange for their involvement?"I frowned, my mind racing with the implications. "You think the alpha of the Red Moon Pack is just greedy for expansion?" I asked, seeking clarification.Alpha Red nodded. "
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