Alinta was feeling overwhelmed, so Angela stepped in and shifted, sprinting with fierce energy as she sensed her person's raw emotions. "Als, you did so well, and I am proud of you, but you don’t need to appear strong in front of me. Let it out; you can't keep everything bottled up inside." Taking a deep, trembling breath, Alinta began to weep uncontrollably."That's it. Once we get home, I’ll comfort my sister," Angela comforted as she skillfully raced toward their cottage. She didn’t stop, her large, clawed paws digging into the earth with each fleeting stride. Her fluffy tails fluttered in the wind, making her look like an elegant firework shooting through the forest, ready to burst into flames at any moment.Finally, Angela reached the cottage, but she hadn't transformed back just yet. Instead, she took the key gently in her mouth and unlocked the door. Once inside, she kicked the door closed with her hind leg and made her way to her mother's room. She carefully climbed onto the b
It was four in the morning when a familiar noise invaded Alinta's dream, like a Viking raid on a peaceful village. She groaned as she woke up to her buzzing alarm. Just as she was about to turn it off, she remembered that today was the day of their trip. Alinta jumped out of bed, brushed her teeth, and took a quick shower. Since comfort was key to her travels, she put on some jeans, sneakers, and a pretty navy top that matched her shoes. Alinta tied her thick red hair into a high ponytail and opted for light makeup: some foundation powder, eyeliner, mascara, and cherry lip gloss. Satisfied with her appearance, she grabbed her handbag and stepped out of the cottage, just in time to see the taxi driver ready to help with her luggage.Alinta arrived at the bus station an hour before departure. Great, some time to grab snacks for the road, she thought. Just then, she caught a familiar scent and anxiously spun around, only to find Bellinor standing among the trees, almost hidden in their s
The following morning, Alinta woke up early to the sound of her mother singing as she carried a cup of freshly brewed coffee."Happy birthday, my baby," her mother sang, pulling Alinta into a tight hug. Her mother was beautiful, with raven black hair and striking green eyes, just like her daughter. "Today is the day the Moon blesses you with your wolf, Lara, and I can't wait to meet her." She hummed and kissed Alinta on the forehead. "I wanted to spoil you with a special breakfast, but since Bellinor has gotten to you first with his invitation, I guess you'll have to settle for some coffee instead," she winked."Mom, no matter what you make or give me, it's always the best," Alinta giggled, enjoying the warmth of her mother's embrace."Oh, my baby, I wish I could give you the world—that’s how precious you are to me. When you get home, we can go to the river as promised and run with our wolves.""I'm so excited!" Alinta exclaimed, eagerly trying to call for her wolf, but there was no r
Bellinor released Alinta to cover his mouth as he coughed uncomfortably, trying to get his thoughts together. Her words were completely unexpected. Though determined to change her perspective of him, Bellinor slips his free hand under her jaw to cup the side of her face, making her look at him."My dear, please rather see me as your beloved protector, for my feelings for you are so much more. If ever I wanted to be a father it would only be of our future pups," he whispered sensually close to her ear."Oh my!" Alinta reddened uncomfortably, then continued, "Um...but I first would like to find my true..." Bellinor silenced her as he kissed Alinta. She tried to retreat from his hold, but he tightened his grip. Hoping to sway her mind, believing she would melt in his arms by his touch. Alinta gasped through her nose in surprise. Instead of a quick peck, Bellinor snaked another hand behind her head, holding her in place, pressing himself against her soft lips, praying the kiss would trans
“Earth to Alinta! You’re next in the queue,” Angela called out.“Oh, sorry! Thanks, Ange,” Alinta replied as she snapped out of her thoughts and quickly shifted her attention to the cashier.“Hey, don’t let that jerk scare you. He’s not going to ruin our holiday,” Angela said once Alinta finished paying for her items.Alinta glanced at her phone and sighed. “We have twenty-five minutes left. What are we going to do now?” she asked reluctantly as she approached the exit.Angela looked around, trying to see through Alinta's eyes. “I don’t see him anywhere. Where do we need to go for our bus?”Alinta checked the name of the bus company. “It’s called Grey Hare.” She then stared at the long building with different entrances, each window displaying the corresponding company name, but she couldn’t see their bus brand."Guess we have no choice, but to leave the safety of the shop," Alinta sighed and quickly walked down the sidewalk, which felt like a long trek.“Dang, who knew there were so m
Alinta was so excited. She had just boarded the plane and found her seat. It had been an hour and a half since she ran from the silver-haired stranger, and Angela had been awfully quiet. This usually happened when Angela was genuinely pissed off.“Ange, are you angry with me?” Alinta asked, worried. She waited for a response, but there was none. Alinta felt regret wash over her as a pit of unease settled in her stomach. She never wanted to upset her best friend, but she had her reasons. It was just too absurd; no werewolf in history had ever had a second-chance mate. Why now? Why right before their birthday? Was it because Eddison finally rejected her? That would explain the timing, but still... he shouldn't exist. Did the Moon finally realise he had made a mistake, just like he had with the imperfect lesser deity?“Geez, your thoughts are so loud!” Angela giggled like a little girl.“Ange! Are you okay?” Alinta asked anxiously.“Yeah. Why do you sound so stressed?” Angela replied, co
Alinta eagerly gazed at the earth below her as the plane descended. The buildings grew larger as they got closer. "I can see the landing strip!" she exclaimed, animated like a young child. Angela, her wolf, was just as thrilled, experiencing the moment through Alinta’s eyes.Dacian let out a small chuckle and said, "Get yourself ready. Once the wheels make contact with the ground, it can be a bit intense for a first-timer.""Thanks," Alinta replied excitedly. "I can't wait to get off this plane and relax in a normal room," she sighed tiredly, fidgeting with her hands."Yeah, it was nice of Helen to book us a hotel close to the airport for the night," Angela hummed."That woman thought of everything. I don't know how I will pay her back," Alinta said with a sigh."We will find a way, don't you worry." Alinta nodded at her wolf's reassurance, her mind racing through possible solutions."Your wolf must be excited; you look so happy and lost in thought," Dacian said humorously, observing h
"Hmmm, I found you," hummed a deep and satisfied voice.Sounds of struggling for air filled the room as Alinta woke from a terrifying dream. Once her eyes opened, she fearfully looked around until she remembered where she was and quickly sat up."Damn, girl, you okay? I tried to wake you about ten minutes ago, but you were out like a light," Angela exclaimed."I'm okay. It was just a weird nightmare that I can't even remember," Alinta sighed in relief as she wiped her eyes. "Why did you want to wake me, though? Did something happen?""Yeah, there was a knock on the door, and I heard something being placed outside," Angela said while lazily scratching her ear with her hind leg."Always alert! It’s no wonder no one ever tried to break into our cottage," Alinta giggled. She quickly got up, tidied her appearance, and made her way to the door. As she carefully opened it, she saw that Angela was right—there was indeed something there. A beautifully crafted gift basket with a large red bow st
*November 30, 2024**Alinta gasped awake, Bellinor grabbed at his chest and shook violently."Bellinor!" she exclaimed mutedly, as she saw him, he was pale as a ghost, and sweat dripped from his face. He groaned and grunted in utmost pain. "Bellinor? What's wrong? Please!" Alinta screamed voicelessly, as she sat up over him, desperately caressing his distorted face. He looked at her with his pale lilac eyes, but they were distant, and his mouth was open. Alinta recognised he was having a minor seizure, she pushed him to his side with all her strength so that he did not choke.A drop of blood ran from his nose down his cheek. Alinta's body froze from absolute terror for a few moments, as though scared if she moved she would hurt him further. As she observed him, more blood ran down his cheek, her mind became hysterical as she remembered the elevator incident. No, no, no, not again! Oh please spare him! Alinta cried in her mind. She held him, as she prayed to the Moon, begging that he b
"Please make yourself comfortable, Orion," Tina hummed sweetly as her large blue eyes visibly devoured his aesthetics."Thank you," replied Silas as he took a seat.She closed the door and then sat behind her desk, "So what do I owe the pleasure of your presence?"Silas noted her excitement as she tried to contain her composure and could smell her arousal as it became most potent. "It seems both of us are speaking on behalf of our human counterparts. What's your name, she-wolf?" he asked politely."T-Tina," she stammered, surprised at how his wolf caught on so quickly without her shifting her eye colour. "And yours handsome?""Silas," he said calmly, offering a gentle smile, nearly causing Tina to melt. I would like to ask you a few things, and I'd be grateful for your cooperation, Miss Tina." Silas took her hand and kissed it, nearly causing Tina to have a heart attack, "My mate has indeed betrayed me and I need to know where she has gone.""I am sure Officer Kyle would be able to he
Deep within Bellinor's mind, Onyx woke up sleepily. As he observed his surroundings, he realized he was in a large pit of complete darkness. Restlessly, he paced in circles, howling and barking in an attempt to reach his human counterpart.“Bellinor!” he called, but was met with utter silence.“What is the meaning of this? Am I truly nothing to you?” he bellowed with all his might, but still, there was no response. Had his counterpart really discarded him just like that, after being together for seventy-six years?He snorted in absolute ridicule, unable to believe it had come to this. Onyx felt betrayed, and the pain in his heart was almost unbearable. But he was determined not to cry; he refused to show weakness and would not give Bellinor and his new wolf the satisfaction. He needed to speak to Draven—he had the right to see his chosen mate. If Draven refused, Onyx would challenge him, even if it meant his demise. He was prepared to risk everything, everything for the one wolf that
*November 28, 2024**"This is absolute bullshit, if the police snoop around here I’ll be ruined, WE will get into big SHIT!" Martha exclaimed whilst sitting in her office continuously running her fingers through her hair in worry. Three hours had passed since her confrontation with Officer Kyle and Silas. It had been an intense encounter; out of fear, the maid Muriel revealed to the men that she helped prepare Bellinor's mate before their departure. Silas nearly lost his composure upon hearing her words, but fortunately, Kyle's calm demeanour kept him in check."On the other hand, that gorgeous hunk is here, and his wolf! Grrr, fuck, just thinking about him makes me hot! Even though he looked like a devil ready to rip our heads off. He is so majestic, I can only imagine how he will feel if he mounts me," her wolf moaned in need."You horny little bitch, but I don't blame you, I could eat that male werewolf up anytime, he can be a dirty beggar for all I care. I will devour every part o
Bellinor gently laid Alinta on his large bed, bravely pressing her down with his imposing physique as they continued to share their passionate kiss. Alinta, now in a complete spell, allowed fate to take its course with the man the Moon had paired her with. Taking care not to crush his darling, Bellinor slowly ended the kiss. He breathed heavily, his eyes glowing amethyst, and Alinta felt the unexplainable warmth radiating from him. Onyx, she thought to herself excitedly. She felt for Angela, but her wolf was riding a high of her own. Her focus returned to the large man hovering above her, his eyes fierce with hunger."I want you to want me, my love. I need you to accept us as your destined mate. We have made up for our mistakes, and the Moon acknowledged that. Please try to see it too," he whispered in the gentlest voice, tugging at Alinta's heartstrings.She looked at him with wide eyes. As he brushed her hair aside, his expression revealed genuine sadness. Bellinor was never an unat
It was an exhausting trip back to Umber Valley, but Alinta felt somewhat relieved to return to a familiar place as the car entered the forest. She anxiously glanced at a turn they had missed and was about to point it out when Bellinor's voice sounded."Oh no, my darling. You are my mate, and I am your home now," Bellinor hummed affectionately, looking at her with a salacious glint in his eyes, his excitement bubbling over in anticipation of Draven's promise.Alinta felt conflicted. Her heart fluttered at his words, but she desperately wanted to return to her cabin; she needed space from Bellinor. His presence had become suffocating. Despite her attempts to distance herself, Bellinor's intense gaze made her feel as though his orbs were caressing her no matter where they landed. Every time she looked into his eyes, her cheeks burned with shyness, and that strange lingering feeling she'd experienced since her dream only intensified.She knew she had to do something to gain her much-neede
Kyle got back into the car and started the engine once the gates opened. The driveway was long, the property massive, as its well-kept gardens stretched out hundreds of acres. "What place is this?" Orion asked, somewhat in awe."This, my friend, is the Reverie Villa, a holiday home that is reserved and rented out to only the elites. How your mate got here is beyond me. Not to mention it is also very far from where the gathering took place," Kyle answered, but his stare became distant as he started employing his investigative thinking.After eight minutes of driving to the large building, Kyle slowly steered to a designated parking space under the trees. Suddenly, his phone rang. "Hey Seth, talk to me. What did you find?" Kyle asked, pinching his phone between his ear and shoulder. He took out his notebook and pen, jotting down notes. Orion got out of the car, too anxious to sit and wait. He let his wolf senses take over, smelling the air for his mate. His eyes widened as he caught a f
Alinta had already boarded Bellinor’s private jet and silently followed him to the seat he had shown her to sit in. During this time she felt conflicted—never in her entire existence had she had a dream like that, and it was with Bellinor, of all werewolves in this world! However, she remembered the way he transformed into a humanoid with pronounced wolf features, especially the pointy ears, purple eyes, and slightly misshapen nose.Was it Onyx who I dreamed of in a human form? That's ridiculous! Onyx is practically Bellinor in his human form! That looked like a hairless Lycanthrope with more human genes than anything else. Still, though more animal-like, he was very handsome and I was so drawn to him. That’s it, I'm fucking losing my shit. She cussed herself in disgust and felt a pang in her heart as she remembered Orion."Someone was very naughty last night," sang a voice in her head.Alinta's face reddened. "I swear I have no idea where that dream came from! It was as if I had a pre
Alinta woke up in a bright baby-blue room that she did not recognise. As she looked around to assess her surroundings, she noticed there were no windows or lights, yet the space was bright, warm and comforting. Her emotions felt foreign, her sadness seemed to be dulled, yet replaced by something unfamiliar however not unpleasant. It was strangely... nice, inducing the notion to let her guard down as it felt almost dreamlike.Carefully, she got out of bed and realised she was wearing a plain silk white nightdress that was short-sleeved and reached above her knees. As she took a step, she noticed she was not wearing any underwear. Instead of panicking, she felt fine with it, still focused on this new emotion and sensation.Alinta made her way to the only exit of the room. As she reached it, Bellinor appeared out of nowhere, he rushed toward Alinta and wrapped his arms around her as though his life depended on it. Alinta heaved a relieved sigh of happiness and tried to speak, but her voic