Petal's POV"Can you all get out already?." Melissa yelled and we all trooped out at 'her majesty's command'.There's something wrong with this girl but then, I had other things to handle than one crazy unknown girl....i can't useless my time."Mate, won't you stay with me?." I heard Melissa mumble and just then did it occur to me that Logan was walking out with us.Is this how much he detested her? But then, Logan just glared at her and walked out with us."I must say, you've got one hell of a mate." Skyler breathed like he had been holding in his breath for a long time."The only interesting part is that she's cute." Sven commented and that earned him a glare from Logan. "You like her, don't you?." I asked Logan because it was all there, visible on his face and expressions."I don't know!." Logan groaned and arched his brow, twitching his left eye brows."Well, whatever you do.... Just understand that she's your fated mate and the moon goddess knows the reason why she matched the bo
Petals POVI knew Melissa had landed herself in deep shit but the maniac wouldn't stop talking like a blabber mouth.Gosh, she was way too cute for this nonsense that she was exhibiting.I had always had this feeling that her mouth would land her in big trouble, well it's already happening. I'll just sit back here and watch this lovely yet deadly matter unfold.Logan just folded his hands and fist while gritting his teeth as anger swelled up in him. It was very visible on his face."You're such an idiot always clustering around my mate like we are sharing him. You should bear a bag of shame for been the only female in an all male pack. How is that even possible? I promise I would send you back to the wretched place you came from." Melissa threatened and I just kept my cool. I was hoping that my silence would at least signal her and the way I was looking past her shoulders but stupidity was as close as a sibling to this arrogant fool"I'm not clustering around your mate." I said.I eve
Petal's PovBlood was everywhere on the floor and i couldn't help but gasp when I arrived at the scene.If not for the fact that she used her hands to block the attacks!!!I repeat, If not for the fact that she used her hands to protect her face from any attacks, by now she would have had her face disfigured."Logan, please stop!." I yelled pulling him up by his shirt and swerved him to face me but the Logan I saw was a totally different Logan.He looked pale, dark circles under his eyes like he hadn't slept the previous night, and cold dark distant eyeballs."Stay away from me Petal!." He warned and gave Melissa a death glare."Stop this right now Logan, you're hurting your fated mate.... The only mate you would ever have in this life." I screamed and that immediately snapped him back him back to reality.He slowly got up from Melissa's body and stared at the blood on his hands and that on Melissa's body and nodded.Just then, Draco walked in and gave Logan a long stare."Logan." Dra
Ansel's Pov.After talking with Skyler, I decided to get back to my office and work on some documents and files...the same old and usual Alpha duties.I had to get a census of the new members and get them registered in the pack file, that's what I normally did for all new members whether they were birthed or turned.But I knew that this time, the work load was going to be heavier as the amount of new members that came in was numerous.Strolling down the hallway freely, all I got was more amounts of greetings, smiles and bows from both old and new members.This isn't going to be easy!!!I had walked past a particular set of new members— girls precisely— when one of them called out to me."Alpha Ansel Ryker!." She bellowed out and I pivoted almost immediately to meet an angelic face and a dazzling smile that could make anyone dumbstruck.I retreated my steps and got back to them but their giggles made me chuckle silently.How cute!! They looked like cute little puppies but no doubt, the
Ansel's Pov"I hate you, Fraye!." I yelled when my irritation had gotten to the peak and I could no longer endure.Even my wolf detested her and her wolf so why was she still brooding?. I don't even know when I blurted it out but I couldn't hold back.Her constant nagging had gotten to it's height and I was tired of it. I wish the goddess had given me a strong Luna from the onset, I wouldn't have had to undergo any of this and plus the fact that I just lost both my parents, Fraye is not something I would love to handle."What did you just say, Ansel..."She questioned and trailed off as her voice seemed to be choked up in tears. Fake tears anyway!! I could see through her crocodile tears, she was doing this all in pretense."Don't pretend you don't it before now and I regret ever been mated to you. The truth is that you'll be the Luna, but that's just a title you would bear because I'm not interested in you. " I affirmed and she stared at me wide-eyed and speechless.She was about sayi
{Ansel's Pov}"Peniel!." Silver called and Peniel pivoted to meet the questioning eyes of Silver.Wait one second, with the shock and surprise that was plastered on Silver's face; it only meant that they must have met somewhere before."Sil.. ver." Peniel slowly answered when she had turned and found out that she was been called by Silver.Now it was clear to me, the way their eye balls was threatening to bulge out of it's sockets, they had met before. "Do you know each other?." I questioned immediately staring at both of them." Umm, it happens to be that I and Silver might have been involved in some kind of way. " Peniel answered but I couldn't even decipher her answer.What did she mean by they must have been involved in some kind of way? What kind of way?Was it in a sexual way? Gosh, my head began throbbing as I started having a banging headache immediately. Gosh, what's wrong with me?"Nice meeting you again, Peniel." Silver declared stretching his hands out for a handshake.Sh
{Ansel's Pov}"Peniel!." Silver called and Peniel pivoted to meet the questioning eyes of Silver.Wait one second, with the shock and surprise that was plastered on Silver's face; it only meant that they must have met somewhere before."Sil.. ver." Peniel slowly answered when she had turned and found out that she was been called by Silver.Now it was clear to me, the way their eye balls was threatening to bulge out of it's sockets, they had met before. "Do you know each other?." I questioned immediately staring at both of them." Umm, it happens to be that I and Silver might have been involved in some kind of way. " Peniel answered but I couldn't even decipher her answer.What did she mean by they must have been involved in some kind of way? What kind of way?Was it in a sexual way? Gosh, my head began throbbing as I started having a banging headache immediately. Gosh, what's wrong with me?"Nice meeting you again, Peniel." Silver declared stretching his hands out for a handshake.She
Alpha Ansels Pov“You have no right to lay a finger on her at my order!!.” I growled glaring at Fraye.I have no idea what she is talking about but whatever it was wasn’t good. I can’t let her hurt Peniel because of her stupid mind.I didn’t need a soothsayer to let me know that this woman called my mate was dangerous beyond measure, even if most times she pretended to be weak. I just hope Peniel is able to withstand her and be strong but i would do everything in my power to protect in the best way I could.“Are you still here?.” Fraye snapped, staring at me with a suspicious look in her eyes.“Of course, I’m not lost.” I replied in a sarcastic tone. What does this woman want from me? Gosh, she would be the end of me.I can’t believe I almost had sex with this woman, ugghhh she’s just so stupid and evil. A sex freak that almost all men had dived into her hoke, how can I call her mine?“Are you sure you didn’t space out thinking of your princess charming, Peniel?.” She questioned and st
PetalThe weight of Fraye’s threat still hung in the air, but the moment Ansel stepped into the clearing with Hansel by his side, a spark of hope ignited in my chest.I controlled shouting my lungs out.Their resemblance is however.... striking.My son. My beautiful boy was safe, though his wide, frightened eyes told me he had endured more than any child should. I rushed to Hansel, dropping to my knees as I pulled him into my arms. He clung to me tightly, his small body trembling against mine. “Mama,” he whispered, his voice cracking. I kissed the top of his head, silent tears streaming down my face. “Shh, it’s okay now,” I murmured, though I wasn’t entirely sure it was true. My heart ached, knowing he’d been used as a pawn in this vicious game. But I couldn’t let my emotions rule me. Not yet. Not when there was still so much at stake. I looked up at Ansel, his expression a mix of relief and fury. “Thank you,” I said softly. He nodded, but his jaw remained tight. “This isn’t o
FreyaI had always been good at reading people. It was a skill I prided myself on, one that had served me well over the years. But lately, it was impossible to ignore the way Ansel’s eyes lingered on Petal. The subtle shift in his tone when he spoke to her. The way he seemed to gravitate toward her without even realizing it. It made my stomach churn. He was my mate. My *second chance mate*. The one person who was supposed to be mine and mine alone. But instead of the love and devotion I deserved, he was giving it to *her*. Petal Brooks. The name itself was like poison on my tongue. She was a thorn in my side, a threat to everything I had fought so hard to secure. And now, as if her presence wasn’t already unbearable, I could see the cracks forming in Ansel’s loyalty to me. ---One evening, I found myself pacing in my tent, the fabric walls doing little to muffle the rising storm in my chest. The memories of the past few days played on repeat in my mind—Ansel laughing with Pe
PetalThe moment Ansel hit the ground, a sickening thud echoed through the battlefield. My breath hitched as I froze, my eyes locked on his crumpled form lying several feet away. For a second, everything around me—the snarls, the growls, the clash of claws—fade into silence. Then, the monstrous creature roared again, snapping me back to reality. Its blood-red eyes locked onto me, and it charged, its massive body barreling through everything in its path. “Petal, move!” Logan’s voice sliced through the chaos. Instinct took over. I dove to the side, the creature’s claws slicing through the air where I’d been just seconds before. My heart pounded as I scrambled to my feet, adrenaline coursing through me. ---I glanced toward Ansel. Melissa was already at his side, checking his pulse. “He’s alive!” she shouted, relief clear in her voice. “But barely!” That was enough for me. He wasn’t dead—yet. “Get him out of here!” I commanded. “Logan, cover them!” Logan nodded, rushing t
PetalThe forest was alive with tension. Every sound—the crunch of a leaf, the faint rustle of branches—felt louder, sharper, as if the night itself was holding its breath. We moved silently through the dense trees, the cool air wrapping around us like a cloak. I kept my warriors close, my senses heightened. Beside me, Ansel walked with a quiet confidence, his sharp eyes scanning the surroundings. For a moment, I glanced at him, watching the way his jaw tightened as we approached the clearing. He was focused, determined, and ready for the fight ahead. “Are your warriors in position?” I asked him in a hushed tone. “They’re ready,” he replied, his voice steady. “What about yours?” I turned my head slightly, meeting Melissa’s gaze. She gave me a firm nod, her hand resting on the hilt of her blade. “We’re always ready.” As we reached the edge of the clearing, I signaled for everyone to halt. We crouched low, the shadows of the trees blending with our figures. Across the clearin
Alpha AnselYes, we just experienced firsthand fight and it was nothing. We warded them off easily.I couldn’t stop staring at her as we walked back toward the camp. Petal—no, Alpha Rieka, as she now called herself—wasn’t the same person I remembered. The girl I once knew was quiet, timid, and unsure of herself. But the woman walking beside me now… she was fire and steel. Her steps were confident, her head held high. She barely spared me a glance, her sharp gaze scanning the woods around us. She didn’t trust me—of that I was certain. But then again, I wasn’t sure I trusted her either. “Why did you agree to help us?” I asked finally, breaking the silence. She didn’t slow down, didn’t even look at me. “An alliance benefits both our packs,” she said simply. “That’s the official reason,” I replied. “But what’s the real one?” This time, she stopped and turned to face me. The moonlight filtered through the trees, casting silvery glow on her face. Her expression was unreadable, but
PetalAs Ansel walked up to me, every one of my warriors stood on alert. I didn’t need to say a word—they could sense the tension crackling in the air like a coming storm. Ansel stopped a few feet in front of me, his eyes searching mine. “Can we talk alone for a moment?” he asked. His voice was deep but laced with something softer—something that made me uneasy. I narrowed my eyes at him. Alone? Was he serious? Every instinct screamed at me not to trust him. My warriors shifted on their feet, ready to jump in at the slightest signal. Melissa stepped up beside me, her hand casually brushing against the dagger strapped to her belt. “You don’t have to go anywhere with him,” she muttered under her breath. “We can talk right here.” “I’ll be fine,” I said, though I wasn’t entirely sure I believed it myself. I turned back to Ansel. “Lead the way. But just so you know, if this is a trick, my warriors will turn your camp into dust before you can blink.” He didn’t respond to my thre
Petal After being interrogated by Melissa who's mood has been off and on, I was finally let off the hook and would soon head off to the Crimson pack. "Take care of Hansel." Patting Melissa's hand, meekly said to her. "Whatever." She rolled her eyes at me. "Petal, why do I feel you are excited about going to see that damned man again?" This time, her hands were akimbo. "Are you jealous?" I asked her because I honestly couldn't tell what was bothering her. "Of course not! I'm just concerned about you... This is an alliance treaty, you have to act strong. Don't let the past get into you." It's funny how she keeps repeating these words. I took a quick stroll around the pack house and when I was sure everything and everyone was in good shape, I assembled my gamma's once again to have a brief talk with them. Logan helped in disbursing some herbs for those who will get injured. "Attention warriors of the Black Blemish pack! Today we march to forge an alliance with the Crimson pack and a
Petal“Alpha, the rouges returning from the city got some news about Moonlight pack.” One of my pack members informed as he pushed the door ajar, and his words sent a smirk to my lips.“Firstly, I would rather not hear any member of my pack been referred to as a rogue because we are now a natural pack. I made it a natural pack because we have an Alpha now. Asides that, where been the people that would deliver such blissful news to me?” I queried, beaming with smiles while Melissa stared at me like I've completely lost it.The way she stares at me these days makes me feel cringe, she better be pregnant, else she might have to explain some of her actions.“Come in.” The man hollered and in the next minute, some of my pack members came in with their heads bowed in reverence.“Speak up.” I ordered, while I leaned in closer, so I wouldn't miss anything at all.“Out in the city, we heard some people whispering and decided to wave it off as there might be fake rumours around, but it was in th
PETAL"Gosh, shut up Petal. The baby is coming out through your vagina so you've gotta open your legs if you really want that baby to survive. Darn it, its just too bad that we don't have a female doctor that could do this. But I learned a few things from my pack so if you don't mind, I can takeover." Melissa admonished and a sly smile crept up on my lips."Thank goodness you're here, just take control because I can't stand another man staring into..dang, I don't want to think on it again." I grimaced and she smiled.Turning to the men, she dismissed them while setting up some as guards so no one passes through the hall way.So, I'm having my first child delivered by the hallway. Epic!Anyways, I was required to push out the baby some more and then all that needed to be cut was cut and I was taken back to my room with Melissa and my baby in her hands."Maybe you want to touch him?" Melissa asks the moment she bolted the door to my room."I don't know. I thought that the thought of tra