(Anna)My hurried steps took me towards the burial place of my parents and family members. With a heavy heart, I stepped inside the pack cemetery and made my way to the graves of my parents, closer family relatives and pack members.The wind howled all around me and stray brown leaves whirled in it, announcing the onset of autumn. I stood there, watching the stone epitaphs with the names of my parents and others.They rested underneath the soil, never to rise again and the thought gnawed at my soul. I fell to my knees near my father's grave and placed my hand on the stone slab. It was cold as I rested my head against it and softly cried. My body shook from small tremors that wove their way through me because of the grief I had experienced."I am so sorry, Dad; I haven't been able to avenge your death until now. The people who wronged you are still roaming freely." My hands traced his name, 'John Carol' engraved on the gravestone."I am sorry everyone. I haven't forgotten any of you or
(Anna)"I think we should go see Edward, Noah's beta,"I suggested to Asher and he agreed. We went ahead and I guided us towards Edward's office.Knocking on the door we entered. Edward was sitting at his desk, engrossed in some paperwork. Ruby's announcement of the merger must have him occupied with all the changes in the positions and new people occupying them.I barged inside along with Asher and Edward lifted his head to give us a startled look. He quickly got out of his seat and said."Anna! What brought you to my office?"I knew he must have been informed by the guards that I was here but he didn't expect me to come to his office for a meet-up.I pulled the seat opposite to him back and settled down comfortably, steepling my hands in front. Asher stood behind me like my personal bodyguard. His impending presence was enough to keep people's tongues in check.I calmly answered."Noah has stepped down as the Alpha of the
(Anna)Arriving at Asher's home we entered one after the other. As soon as I stepped inside, Oliver was waiting for us. He rushed towards me with his little arms open wide and a huge grin of relief on his face."Anna! You are back. I missed you."I bent down and he hugged me tightly, bathing me in relief."I missed you too, Oliver. How have you been?"I gently carried him to the sofa so we could sit and talk. Asher sauntered over and sat down beside us."I am good. I was just lonely without you. But now that you are back, I am happy."My heart squished knowing he wouldn't be pleased learning I had to go away again."About that, I have another important meet-up with the pack who invited us to that dinner banquet. So I will be leaving tomorrow."Oliver's lips downturned at my words but he quickly got his composure back and answered."You know what, I think I will join you guys on this visit and can learn a few things."
(Anna)Asher and Oliver dropped me off outside the Dark Moon Pack with a bunch of instructions. After reassuring them for the hundredth time that I will be careful I finally descended the car and approached the gates of the pack.Guards thoroughly searched me before taking me inside towards the office of their alpha.Alpha Ezra was the eldest son of Alpha Lancelot and had ascended to the position after his father's retirement. Ezra was too stiff in his beliefs and I had never liked him.Reaching his office I entered with his permission and found him sitting on his executive chair, his legs on the lacquered desk and his hands steepled in front."Hi! Alpha Ezra. I was hoping we could talk.""I knew you would turn up at some point. Why are you here?"He bluntly asked without any greetings. His blue eyes were cold, like frozen cold, as they took me in.I moved closer and occupied the seat opposite him, ignoring his rude behaviour but
(Anna)"Oh! I am ready. Go on, Anna."Lancelot took another sip of his whisky.So I began by telling him everything that had happened 6 years ago. Ruby and Noah's betrayal and their involvement in killing my father and other important family and pack members.I informed him I never colluded with any rogues; they were all made-up stories. And then how I had to join the Shadow Organisation to become strong because Ruby killed my wolf with Aconite.Every revelation had Lancelot's eyes widening and his angered grunts becoming louder."Those two, I never thought they would be so evil. I am so sorry, Anna, I wasn't there to protect you. What must John think of me? What kind of friend am I who couldn't protect his daughter?"Lancelot was shaking from the anger and all the lies Noah and Ruby had concocted.I knew it wasn't Lancelot's fault. They had everyone fooled. So I comforted him."I don't blame you. No one would have believed
(Asher)Sitting in the car my anxiety was touching the roof. I should have never let Anna go in alone for the negotiation.What was I thinking?Was I thinking at all?What if something happened to her?What if she gets shot again or thrown into a dungeon?She indeed had a sharp mouth which could land her in trouble.My right leg was unconsciously fidgeting as I drummed my thigh in agitation with the tips of my fingers. Without knowing my negative emotions were projecting out through my aura.Oliver sitting beside me was playing a video game on his Nintendo Switch. Suddenly he turned to face me and said annoyingly."Your emotions are all over the place. Get a hold of yourself. You are blasting me with all this negativity."I turned to face my son and he had a scowl on his face."I am?" I asked, almost innocently."Yes! You are acting so immature. Worrying about Anna like this. Do you think she will like a man who won't trust in her abilities and projected his fears on a small child," h
(Anna)(NSFW Content)Firstly, such a lavish dinner with flowers, and now the documents. What was this man doing to my heart?I peeked at him with gratitude-filled eyes and my voice came out heavy as I thanked him.Asher leaned closer until there was a distance of a few inches between us. Taking a stray strand of my crimson lock he twirled it on his index finger and asked in a deeply husky voice."Is that all you are going to offer, Anna?"He tucked the hair behind my ear, and his thumb grazed my cheek, making my skin sweetly tingle, and my cheeks burn.I understood that a simple thank you won't suffice this time."What do you want Asher?" I asked, trying to keep my voice from quivering so much. His eyes danced in mischief as he answered in his deeply throaty voice that hit straight in my core."You know exactly what I want." His silky words were all I could hear. The heat scalded my whole face and I lowered my gaze to escape those alluring eyes of his. They wished to trap me.But my
(Anna)In the next few days, I prepared for the press conference I was supposed to hold to announce my return to the world and prove that I was innocent.Asher helped and guided me a ton. He booked and arranged for the hall and sent invitations to all major news channels, agencies and journalists.Even the Alphas of all the major packs of Howler City had been invited.The day of the press conference arrived and I chose a neat white blouse and black pleat skirt with leggings. My hair were professionally tied up in a bun at the back of my head.The hall was brimming with people and activity. Cameras flashed as everyone discussed the topic of the press conference.Standing backstage, my hands fidgeted and sweat broke out on my temples when Asher placed this warm one on my shoulder."Relax! It will be alright. I will be right behind the curtain," his reassuring voice took away some of the tension from my straining shoulders.I silently nodded.Drawing in a deep breath I finally headed tow
(Author's POV)The whole castle had been decorated with red roses and white tulips. The stage had been arranged in the garden for Asher and Anna's Marking Ceremony. Everyone was busy to ensure that all arrangements were in place.Eden was in charge of all the activities and his anxiety was touching the roof.He could be seen shouting and throwing curses if anyone was found slacking.Not many guests had been invited as they wished to keep the moment private. But Alphas and Lunas of the packs they had an alliance with had been extended the invitations. Former Alpha Lancelot was also present.Asher had donned a white pent coat with a red tie, he wished to match the colour with his mate's hair.Ellie was dressed up in a flared princess frock with all the glitters, ribbon and frills. She held a beautiful white basket with a red ribbon tied as a bow tie and petals in it. The flower girl was all set.Little Ollie was all suited up in his black and white three-piece with two velvet boxes whic
After our victory against the demon, a lot of changes took place. Shadow Howl Pack was in desperate need of a new Alpha because either Kyle was dead or hiding somewhere, we had no means to know for sure.Asher appointed a new Alpha and, as the Alpha King, took Shadow Howl Pack under his supervision so they could stabilise. Many of their warriors had died or were injured due to the battle Kyle had forcefully thrust them in.My pack, Shadow Howl and Asher's Pack formed a new alliance, hence strengthening the trust between the three packs. This was the beginning of the new future.The media covered the whole story of how we both saved the werewolf kind from a huge natural calamity. Both me and Asher were invited to a TV interview which we were to attend before returning to Whispering Bay Island for our Marking Ceremony."Are you ready?" Asher asked, pulling up the zipper of my red dress and turning me to face him."Always!" I adjusted his silver tie, he looked dapper in his three-piece e
(Anna)We were still rejoicing from the battle won when I felt the demon's aura fading. I turned to Asher and he had the same confused look glazing his eyes."Something is happening, we should go check it out," I voiced out, my confusion evident in my words.The Luna stone around my neck began to glow, emitting a pale blue light which let us see the residual energy left behind by the demon."There. Let's go find him and Kyle too." Asher took my hand and we followed the residues of energy scattered along.It led us inside the base which seemed deserted now. There was a time when this place was packed with people going in and out, returning from missions, training, and joking around, and today, it was just empty.It saddened me; this palace had been my home for five years when I had nowhere to go; I found shelter here, companions too. They were either dead or locked up now.The residual energy led us directly towards Kyle's office. We became vigilant. Asher glanced at me and an understa
(Kyle)I watched the battle unfold through the hidden cameras while sitting on my desk in my office. Anna now had healing powers and Asher's strength was unmatched. He was a beast in the literal sense. The way he tore apart wolves and men was beyond comprehension for he possessed the power of five moonstones within him.And Anna, with that curvaceous milky body of hers, she made me hard just looking at her. How I had restrained myself last time while seeing her naked was beyond me. My eyes were glued on her and once all my plans fell into motion, I would have her as my personal sex slave. She would look beautiful moaning my name, and those plump lips of hers belonged around my cock.I was still fantasising about Anna when the demon returned to my side.His darkness affected me, but I was becoming stronger, and the plan I was concocting was essential for my own survival.He drifted like a wraith and hovered over my expensive desk. His dark beady eyes focused on me."Anna and Asher have
(Anna)The veil of heaviness the demon had caused over everyone's heart slowly lifted as it melted away into the thin air. I knew it must have returned to Kyle. Ella's lifeless body lay on the ground,Asher let out a frustrated growl, he was still half-transformed. Stepping closer to Asher, I placed my hand on his hairy back and reassured him."We will get him, don't worry.""He is getting stronger, we need to move and find Kyle. This needs to end today," Asher professed as the dawn began to break on the horizon.We began to advance towards the direction of the base, but suddenly, we were surrounded from all sides by the assassins and warriors of Shadow Howl Pack. They came out of the shadows and blocked our way.Their faces contorted into sinister grins, while some were just blank-faced as if they didn't wish to be there. Most of them carried advanced weapons like long silver-nozzled guns which I was sure contained silver bullets. Others carried swords and daggers, a few had already
(Anna)The next few days were spent in planning and training. The Luna stone had given me the power to heal my wolves. That boosted their morals and I knew it would be easier to claim victory with such a power.Once the training was completed, we decided to head towards Crescent Island with our warriors. Oliver and Ellie were to remain under Eden's supervision. I gathered them into a hug and murmured."Be good, both of you. Listen to your uncle Eden and don't make mischief. Ollie, take care of your sister."Oliver placed a kiss on my cheek with his arms around my neck, he said."I promise Mom, I will take care of Ellie. Please! return soon.""Be careful, Mom. I will miss you." Ellie threw her small arms around me as well and whispered."I will." I kissed them both.They tightly hugged Asher, too, before we left them with Eden.Finally we left and boarded several small boats. We wanted to reach the island without getting detected, hence using Asher's ship was not an option.We went thr
(Anna)A simple shake of theirheads and bobbing of their Adam's apple was all I got in return. Asher let out a hearty chuckle."That's my mate," he proudly said and meandered over to my side, wrapping his arm around me. I melted into his touch."I proved my worth to all of you. It's time all of you do it, and then I will hand-pick my team. Each one of you will duel with me, the longer you keep standing on your feet, the more chance you have of finding yourself on my team. Let's do this."Asher let me form my rules to choose among his warriors. No one lasted more than two minutes. I selected the ones who did while trying to think out of the box as they tackled me instead of blindly charging towards me like mindless hulks.They say to fight smart, not hard. They say it right. It's all about using your mind and muscles in sync.We picked up our teams and training began. Not only physically but mentally and emotionally as well. The demon could manipulate, it was important to have individ
(Anna)"It really is," I answered, gently squeezing my daughter's hand.It was cold there, a shiver ran down my spine as the chilly wind swept past us. I hid my free hand in my pocket and was glad that I had chosen warm clothes for the kids."Mom, does dad really live in a castle?" Ellie expectantly asked. She still couldn't believe it."Yes, Ellie. Look." I pointed in the distance where the spiked towers of the castle could be seen.She watched with starry eyes as the looming structure came into view. Her hands were on both sides of her cheeks."Wow! This is such an elegant castle and place, mom," she exclaimed in excitement and I couldn't agree more.I had loved the unique flora and fauna of this place, the last time I was here.Oliver had climbed down from Eden's lap and rushed back to join us."Do you like it, Ellie?" He questioned with a knowing grin."Yes! It looks right out of a fairytale," she answered gleefully. The guards bowed to us as we entered the place.Ellie began to f
(Anna)"I see," Claude finally said defeatedly. The disbelief was so blatantly visible in his eyes."We will soon have a Marking Ceremony, and then I can let you go on condition that you will stay away from us. You have done a lot for me; just let us end on a positive note," I pleaded with him, and he watched me with teary eyes.Asher and the old guardian descended the stairs. He brought the lock. I stepped away as he locked Claude up and gave the keys to the Altar Guardian for safekeeping."Don't worry, I will keep him here as long as you want. Go save the Werewolf kind," Altar Guardian gave us blessings once again as we finally left the place with me throwing one last look at Claude. He sat with his head in his hands.I was exhausted so Asher carried me all the way back to the hotel. I fell asleep in his arms.The next day, we were to head back, and this time, our destination was Whispering Bay Island, the home of Night Riders Pack; Asher's Pack. The place I had given birth to Olive