Alpha LorenzoJust hearing the sound of Raelynn’s voice brought a smile to my face when she first called me on the phone.Her voice when saying ‘hello’ didn’t sound very bright, but when she realized that it was me, she sounded much more awake I wished that I could have talked to her yesterday, but I had no time at all. Saying sorry to her, I said that when I was finally through with my meetings it was already past the time and too late to call her. Luckily she accepted my apology without any word of complaint. This simple gesture of hers is something I could never get used to. ‘I will compensate for it later,’ I told her before I reclined in the chair that was in front of the table. It stayed on my face as we spoke to each other. Her friend was to come visit her today at Valentine’s behest, which made me a bit more comfortable knowing she wouldn’t be on her own. The more we talked, the lighter I felt. Simply, listening to Raelynn’s voice was calming to me, which was not an easy fe
RaelynnWhen I received Lorenzo's text that night, I could hardly contain my excitement. My heart raced, pounding against my ribcage like it was trying to escape, and a smile tugged at the corners of my lips, refusing to fade. Lorenzo had told me to be ready at dawn for a surprise.A day out with him, a whole day to escape the complexities of pack life and the weight of our responsibilities…how could I not be excited?I quickly grabbed my phone and rushed to meet Valentine in his study. If I didn’t give him a plausible excuse, he’d surely question my whereabouts. I told him I’d be spending the day with Alison at her coven, using our strained friendship as the perfect cover.It wasn’t a complete lie…I had planned to meet Alison soon to mend our relationship. I just didn't mention that today’s plans had a very different, much more thrilling, agenda."Valentine," I whispered as I stood outside his study door, hesitant but determined. "I'm going to Alison's coven for the day. I'll be back
RaelynnWhen the car came to a halt, a weird sensation of anticipation and curiosity came over me. My fingers toyed with the edge of my dress as I waited for Lorenzo to open the door.So when I finally came out my jaw nearly hit the floor. We were on a runway, and at that moment, my eyes opened wide as I saw a very nice, very luxurious private jet sitting only a few yards away.I turned to face Lorenzo, who was leaning casually against the car, his hands tucked into his pockets, a lazy smile on his face. "Are we… getting on a plane?" I asked, unable to contain the disbelief in my voice.He chuckled softly, the sound sending a wave of warmth through me. "What do you think?" he teased, his eyes glinting with amusement."You're not serious," I gasped, glancing back at the jet before locking my gaze on him again. "This is… Wow."Lorenzo pushed off the car and walked over to me, wrapping an arm around my waist as he led me toward the boarding gates. "I told you I had something special plan
Alpha LorenzoAs soon as Raelynn stepped out of the cabin, I found myself momentarily speechless. The two piece bikini I had chosen for her hugged her figure in a way that left me parched.The rich blue fabric beautifully contrasted with her radiant skin accentuating every curve of her body. For a fleeting moment my thoughts went blank and I struggled to catch my breath. I had always known she was stunning… her beauty had initially drawn me in. But witnessing her like this, bathed in sunlight with her hair cascading over her shoulders and the vast ocean stretching behind her felt like seeing her anew.I struggled to articulate the emotions swirling within me. All I was aware of was an intense desire for her. No, a desperate need for her.A surge of possessiveness welled up inside me accompanied by that instinctive urge to claim her as mine to leave my mark on her so that everyone would know she belonged to me. Max stirred within me letting out a growl, at the back of my mind.Raelynn
RaelynnThe moment I slipped into the black off-shoulder formal maxi dress, I couldn’t help but twirl in front of the mirror. It hugged my body in all the right places, and the fabric felt luxurious against my skin.The Ella dress was a work of art. chic, but a little bit edgy at the same time, just right for the night Lorenzo had in store.I paired it with silver Louboutin that added just the right amount of sparkle and grabbed a simple black clutch to complete the look. I felt beautiful, confident, and, for the first time in a long time, truly excited.My nerves buzzed as I looked at the clock, I wonder what Lorenzo has in store for us tonight. My breath caught in my throat when I left the room.Lorenzo was waiting for me, dressed in an all-black formal outfit that matched mine perfectly.His shirt was open enough at the top to show a little of his chest…which was muscular of course.His hair was combed back and he stood there with this aura about him, an aura that controlled the ro
RaelynnAs we entered the room, my breath caught in my throat. The suite was breathtaking, a masterpiece of luxury and intimacy designed for honeymooners.Soft lights cast a warm glow over plush furnishings, and the bed looked like a cloud waiting to be slept on. My cheeks flushed at the thought of what this space meant, and I couldn't help but steal a glance at Lorenzo.He seemed just as affected, his eyes darkening with desire as they met mine."I'll freshen up," I murmured, my voice barely above a whisper. "Do you mind?"Lorenzo shook his head, his gaze never leaving mine. "Go ahead, love. Take your time."I nodded, feeling his eyes on me as I walked to the bathroom. Inside, the air was scented with jasmine, filling my senses with a heady mix of relaxation and anticipation.I quickly bathed, washing away the day's events and preparing myself for whatever the night held.Emerging from the bathroom, I wrapped myself in a fluffy bathrobe, feeling refreshed and slightly nervous. Lorenz
RaelynnI woke up to the warmth of strong arms wrapped around me, the steady rise and fall of Lorenzo’s chest beneath my cheek. I just laid there for a few seconds and enjoyed the security and comfort of his arms.His scent…clean, woodsy, and undeniably masculine, enveloped me, making it hard to focus on anything else but how right it felt to be here with him.As I stirred gently, his hold tightened around me. I lifted my head slowly, my eyes meeting his. He was already awake and was staring at me, and the way he was looking at me gave me a warm tingle down my spine.His dark eyes were soft, filled with a tenderness that made my heart swell.“Good morning, I whispered, my voice still heavy with sleep.“Good morning, beautiful, he replied, his voice deep and husky. There was a smile playing on his lips as he leaned in, clearly intending to kiss me.Panic surged through me as I remembered we’d just woken up. “No! I gasped, turning my head just in time to dodge his kiss. “Morning breath!
Alpha Lorenzo“Ladies first,” I said with a slight smile. Fiona gave me a grateful nod before slipping inside. She sat down and I sat next to her.Conan, never quite over my previous statement, stood outside the car and looked into the backseat as if in fake disbelief. “You’re sitting in the back with Fiona? he asked incredulously. “And I have to sit in the front? Alpha, this is cruel.”I raised an eyebrow at him, my patience wearing thin. “Conan, get in the car.”He sighed a sigh of defeat and finally climbed into the front seat while grumbling to himself about how I was a cruel Alpha without mercy. So I smiled at his complaining and got comfortable in my seat.As we pulled away from the pack house, the atmosphere in the car was a mix of anticipation and lightheartedness. It was going to be a long, stressful day, but for the moment, I could appreciate the verbal jabs and brotherhood of my wolf pack.“Alpha, Conan said after a few minutes of silence, turning slightly in his seat to gl
RaelynnThe sun shone through the thick velvet curtains of our room and illuminated everything with a warm, golden light. The warmth of it kissed my skin, reminding me that this was no dream...this was my reality.A reality that only a few years ago, seemed like a world impossible to conceive, completely shattered into pieces that I would never be able to pick up. Yet here I am, so much stronger and smarter and more at peace than I have ever been in my life.As I lay in bed, listening to the soft rustling of the leaves outside and the distant chirping of birds welcoming the new day, I couldn’t help but reflect on how far I’ve come. The memories of my past, once sharp and painful, now seemed like faded shadows in the back of my mind.The pain of loss and betrayal, the paralyzing fear that I experienced during those days of darkness seemed like a dream…a nightmare that I had finally woken up from.My life had changed so much since those days. I thought of the darkness that had so nearly
Alpha LorenzoI wait outside the door to the dungeon the cold stone walls closing in around me. My hear beats faster the rage just below the surface.I need to do this. For Raelynn. For my pack. For all those who have been tormented by the life of valentine and his warped disciples.The door squeaks and I enter the somewhat dark hallway. It is damp and musty in there, with the drip of water bouncing off the walls.The guards nod their heads to me, with a very serious look on their faces. They know why I’m here. They know what I’m about to do.Valentine's cell is all the way at the end of the dungeon, away from all the others. I would have wanted him alone, removed from the rest of his nasty little gang. The man deserves no comfort, no company. Not after everything he’s done.I stand before his cell holding the cold iron bars. Valentine sits in there, perched on a little bench with his hands cuffed together in front of him.The look of pride and arrogance is no longer there, but instea
Alpha LorenzoWe step outside of the building and the heat from the fire engulfs us, and at that moment, I feel Raelynn's body drop from my arms. She's out of breath, out of energy, and I pick her up and carry her the remainder of the way.“Conan, take care of Valentine and his scientists, I shout over my shoulder as we make our way to the waiting SUVs. “Round them all up. No one gets away.”Conan nods, his expression grim. “You got it, Alpha. We’ll make sure they pay for what they’ve done.”I nod, my focus on Raelynn as I lay her gently in the back seat of one of the SUVs. She’s unconscious, her breathing shallow, and I feel a surge of panic. I can’t lose her. Not now.“Go! I shout to the driver, and the SUV speeds away from the burning building, the flames reflected in the rearview mirror. I cradle Raelynn in my arms, my heart beating hard against my chest.“We’re almost there, I whisper, brushing a strand of hair from her face. “Just hold on a little longer, love. You’re going to b
Alpha LorenzoSo I pound my fist on the aluminum door as hard as I can, and I keep pounding and the door starts to cave in. Every hit vibrates up my arm, but I bite down on my tongue and continue. Raelynn is on the other side. I can feel her presence through our bond, faint but unmistakable.My entire body is on fire from the exertion, beads of sweat drip from my face into my eyes, but I will not give up. I can’t. Not when I’m this close. The dent in the door is minor, almost unnoticeable, but it is there. So I put all of my strength, and my anger, and my hopelessness into one last punch and I hope that it is.Then, without warning, a rush of warmth washes over the door. I yank my hand back, startled. The metal is red hot and I have to back up so I don't get burnt.I stare in disbelief as fire dances around the border of the door and the metal contorts and melts like some unseen force is wrenching it asunder.“What the hell…” I mutter, my eyes wide. This isn’t just fire; it’s somethin
RaelynnI’ ve been planning this for weeks. The smallest mistakes could cost me everything, so I’ve waited, watching, studying every guard’s routine. I’ve observed their movements, noted their shifts, even the way they carry themselves when they think no one is looking.One guard, in particular, caught my eye…small, unassuming, always on edge as if the very walls were closing in on him. I could see it in his eyes, the fear, the sweat above his brow whenever he was around me. And that made him my target.Well, this morning he was on walking post by my cell and I just knew it was time. He did not even realize how easily he was being played with.The shadows that had been my friends in darkness reached out to take his thoughts, pushing his focus away. A ripple of my fingers and the shadows told him of distant cares and his mind floated just enough for me to move.I moved silently, my fingers deft and quick, slipping into his pocket as he turned away. The cold metal of the key against my
Alpha LorenzoI can't remember the last time I was this tense. The past few months have been a nightmare, each day worse than the one before. I can barely sleep, my thoughts constantly consumed by Raelynn. My mate. My Luna. She’s out there, somewhere, suffering God knows what, and it’s my fault. I let her down, failed to protect her. And now, I’m desperate. Desperate to make things right, to find her, to bring her home. I’ve spent every waking moment planning, strategizing, preparing for this. There’s no room for error. Not this time.We’re in the war room, a dimly lit space in the pack house that’s become our headquarters for this mission. Conan, Alison, Ashley, and I are huddled around a large table, a detailed map of the Dawn Scientific Institute for Research spread out before us. The DSIR is an imposing fortress, heavily guarded, and getting in won’t be easy. But we have no choice. Raelynn is in there. I can feel it in my bones. “Alright,” I say, my voice steady but hard. “We
Alpha LorenzoI can't remember the last time I was this tense. The past few months have been a nightmare, each day worse than the one before. I can barely sleep, my thoughts constantly consumed by Raelynn. My mate. My Luna. She’s out there, somewhere, suffering God knows what, and it’s my fault. I let her down, failed to protect her. And now, I’m desperate. Desperate to make things right, to find her, to bring her home. I’ve spent every waking moment planning, strategizing, preparing for this. There’s no room for error. Not this time.We’re in the war room, a dimly lit space in the pack house that’s become our headquarters for this mission. Conan, Alison, Ashley, and I are huddled around a large table, a detailed map of the Dawn Scientific Institute for Research spread out before us. The DSIR is an imposing fortress, heavily guarded, and getting in won’t be easy. But we have no choice. Raelynn is in there. I can feel it in my bones. “Alright,” I say, my voice steady but hard. “We
RaelynnDarkness. It has been my constant companion for what feels like an eternity. My sense of time in this cold, damp cell is lost, days and nights running together in one continuous void of nothingness.I have no idea how long it’s been since I was tossed into this hell, since I was deprived of my dignity and my wolf. I don’t even know if it matters anymore. This place, this emptiness, it consumes you.I resemble now and again when the guards bring out their needles I test myself to see if I can remember what I was like before all this. I try to remember what it felt like to be free, to be whole.But those memories are as fragments of a dream. They are so beautiful and so elusive, and they dissolve before I can catch them. I have nothing but the pain to grasp on to. It’s the only thing that feels real anymore.I roll over on the cold floor and the chains that bind my wrists and ankles rattle. My body hurts in places I never knew I had.They don't feed me very much. Enough to keep
Alpha LorenzoIt's been a week since Alexis was incarcerated and I discovered the truth. A full week of searching and scouring every inch of our territory, and then some. The feeling of desperation claws at my insides, a gnawing ache that won’t go away no matter how many leads we chase, no matter how many faces I growl at in frustration. Every day without her feels like an eternity, every moment a fresh wound reopening. Max is restless, prowling just beneath the surface, ready to break free and tear apart anyone who gets in my way.I shouldn’t be here, pacing in my study with my phone clenched in my hand. I should be out there, tracking her down myself. But even alphas have duties, responsibilities, and meetings they can’t avoid. Today, it’s the damn council meeting, and if I don’t show up, there’ll be more questions than I’m prepared to answer. I need to keep up appearances. I need to make them believe everything is fine, that my world isn’t shattering around me piece by piece.“E