PETAL'S POV{Backstory continued} At first, everything seemed blurry to her, she could barely see and with time, she began to regain consciousness and she remembered how she got to this state in the first place.She is the only one left in the room; there is no sign of Xavier in any way. She came to the conclusion that he might have gone out when she passed out.She knew for sure that he would be drinking himself to stupor this time again. If only he could change and become a responsible man. But that is the last thing that would happen. Xavier would never change and she knew that. "Why did I even wake up again?" Emily begins to cry as she begins to remember what had happened earlier. "It would have been better if I had died in the process. But now I have to witness more pains. Am I that unfortunate? What is my purpose on earth when I can't just witness any happiness." Emily did not remember the last time she has ever stayed a day without crying. It has never happened ever since sh
Petal's POVXavier knew that no one bargained with Ema but he had to this time. How could three bottles satisfy him? Xavier stares at the clothes. He knew they were quite enough to have fetched him more than three bottles but he did not understand why Ema is offering him only three bottles –and he needs more than three bottles. "You know how close me and Leonard are? And you also know that the three bottles you are willing to offer me won't be enough for me. It won't even satisfy me enough." Xavier said, hoping to find the good side of Ema. "There's nothing like friendship when it comes to my business." Ema replied nonchalantly rather than reminding him. "And besides, you are a friend to Leonard and not me. I have told you how much the clothes can fetch you but you still want to bargain with me because you feel you are being cheated. Do I look like I am going to cheat you, eh?" Xavier is still not yet satisfied at the response that Ema had given him. But he knew that no matter what
Petal's POV" I can't continue, please." I said as I reminisced about how my mother suffered.I didn't even realize when other members came in and was listening to my tale of sorrow.I stood up and left as I burst into tears. Other members listening to me were already in tears.My dad was such a horrible person, my mom suffered so much because of him. She tried to make ends meet but nothing seemed to work out for her then. She was both shattered and battered.Imagine a pregnant woman clearing the debts her own selfish husband put up on himself.I could feel the pain my mom felt, I think thats what I'm feeling now. None would understand until you pour out to them. " Petal it's okay, everything would be fine because you've got us now." Logan said comforting me." Yeah I know I've got you all now and it's a good thing isn't it? I said looking at him with a fake smile of which he knows it's fake."You don't have to fake your emotions you know." The elderly rogue which I identified to be D
Petal's POV.While wondering what the little girl would be doing outside but his time of the day and also wondering how she got into the our territory, she immediately spoke out to me.."Please, don't leave me here. Please." She begged as she clutched my knee, my heart started aching immediately."Of course not, I won't leave you here. Would you like to stay with me tonight? Tomorrow, I'll take you back to your parents." I asked as she stared at me with those big eyes and nodded in affirmation."Great!!!!" I exclaimed while she flashed me a bewitching smile.As for the both of you, just tell me what I'm supposed to do with you?". I asked them nonchalantyly unsure of what I'm supposed to use them for.Nevertheless I carried the little girl and was about walking back to my room when Logan came to where the scene happened recently."What are you doing outside by this time Petal and what…"Logan trailed off as he scanned the sorrounding and fixed his eyes in the little girl with me and the
ALPHA ANSEL'S POVAnd there Petal stood as she smiled at me and declared her heartfelt feelings for me:"I love you, Ansel." She confessed and i grabbed her butt, kissing her ravenously."Snap out of it!." I heard my wolf call out from within and i jerked awake.Now I was lost in my own little world of Imagination!! It was like my thoughts were like an ocean that i was about drowning in.No matter how hard I tried, I just couldn't get my mind off Petal!!! I wonder when she began occupying my thoughts this much.I had my patience tested. I'm negative thats why i didnt give Petal a chance.My thoughts drifted back to the night I disvirgined her, it felt so precious to me. Where did that thought even come from?I was still reminiscing on Petal when my door suddenly cracked open. I really hope it's not Star Silver or my mum, I'm not ready for anyone's advice or complaints.Sound of clanking heels could be heard behind me, so I swerved to unravel what was going on.Only to meet Fraye lookin
Alpha Ansel's PovI don't understand!! Nothing makes sense anymore!Why does it have to be now that the Alpha of Crimson pack would suddenly remember Petal's mum that died years ago?Petal had a hand in this!! I knew it for sure."Dad, you have to meet the Alpha of Crimson pack before this battle." I advised as we were all struggling with our thoughts after the messenger left."No, all we have to do is ensyee that the gammas and warriors are getting proper training. We can't go to see that Alpha, what if he lays an ambush or something that could cause harm to use even before the main fight." Dad cautioned weakly as beads of sweats rolled down his cheeks."I suggest we all calm down and take everything but by bit." My mother, the Luna advised and we all sighed in unison."When is the battle date again?" Star silver suddenly asked."It's in 3 days time!." Dad hooted and we all gasped."I'm out then to make sure the gamma's are going in the right procession of training. Ansel, could you
Alpha Ansel's Pov"What's her name again?." He suddenly asked like someone that a light bulb just sparked up in his head."Petal Brooks." I replied Wondering why he was asking."So it's y'all?." He asked with a disgusted look on his face."Its who all?." I asked as I slightly tilted my head to a corner trying to understand what was wrong or what has suddenly happened."It's y'all!!." He emphasized again as he drew put his sword."I don't understand what you mean!." I yelled drawing out my sword too."Y'all are the cause, your father forcefully took away Emily from my father years ago when she was with child and have held them both captive ever since then and I'm declaring to y'all that if Petal isn't provided, then there'll be an outpour of chaos." He yelled and almost at the same time, the commander of the gamma's screeched the battle cry and both packs collided.All that could be heard was the drawing out and sheathing of swords as they clanked against each other. Blood stenched th
PETAL'S POV.All my days in this pack have been favorable and delightful, the only exception was that this Amanda girl was still lurking around me.I had begun getting famous in this new pack, all duties were going in sync as everyone worked together in unity and team spirit.I loved it, I loved the strength that we all worked with but a fact I couldn't deny was that eyes were always fixated on me because of Amanda.She had grown very fond of me during the days and with each passing second, I kept my eyes on the lookout for attacks from Crimson Pack but what baffled me was that it was already getting close to a week and Crimson Pack hadn't attacked yet."Hey, Petal." Logan called as he grinned from ear to ear like a teenager in love."Hi Logan." I replied and returned the smile ferociously."What are you up to?." He said as he stared at me.I was just looking out the city and staring at these places where I could now call home."Nothing! I was even just about to go and make food for Am
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