Evelyn stretched her arms, feeling the familiar pull of freedom as she stood at the door to Grayson’s room. She turned to face him, his brow furrowed in disapproval.“You really think you’re ready?” Grayson asked in a low voice that showed concern.Evelyn smiled gently and replied, “I’ve been ready for days. You can’t keep me in your room forever.”“I’m not trying to keep you,” Grayson protested.“Yes, you are,” she cut in, laughing. “And it’s sweet, but I need some air and I also need to take a stroll. My feet feel numb,” Evelyn added.Grayson’s eyes softened, but he crossed his arms. “I don’t like this.” He said.“You don’t have to,” Evelyn replied. She leaned up, pecking his cheek. “I’ll be fine, Alpha,” Evelyn said and made her way out of the room.As she walked down the hall, she noticed the servants whispering. Their eyes flickered to her, then quickly away as she passed. Evelyn smiled as she passed them by. She knew exactly what they were gossiping about — Grayson.Evelyn d
Grayson sat on the edge of his bed, frustration etched in the tight set of his jaw. His mind replayed the moment Evelyn had pulled away from him earlier, a mix of confusion and longing swirling inside him.“Why are you troubled?” Kyle’s voice echoed in his mind, his presence steady and calm.Grayson sighed, his voice laced with frustration. “I’m trying so hard to be close to Evelyn, but she keeps pushing me away.”“You can’t expect her to open up just like that, Grayson. You rejected her coldly, treated her like she didn’t matter.” Kyle’s tone was patient but firm.“But I’ve changed! I told her I’m sorry. What else does she need?” Grayson’s voice cracked with frustration.“Grayson, she’s not like the others who threw themselves at you. Evelyn is different. She needs to feel safe with you, to trust you, before she gives herself fully.”Grayson’s fists clenched. “It’s not about treating her like the others. It’s just… I can’t control it. Being near her—it’s driving me insane.”“Then pro
Whispers of Grayson’s acceptance of Evelyn as his mate spread like wildfire through the Silvermoon pack. Servants, warriors, and pack members carried the news, their words laced with curiosity, judgment, and shock. Around the pack grounds, small clusters of wolves gathered, murmuring about the Alpha’s unprecedented declaration.Some were bewildered, unable to reconcile the image of their strong, unyielding leader with his choice of mate—a woman many still deemed unworthy. Others expressed outrage, citing the drama from the New Moon Festival and questioning Evelyn’s intentions and capability to lead as their Luna.As the tension simmered, petitions began to pile up on Grayson’s desk. They were penned with bold words of disapproval, underscoring the pack’s division. Many argued that Evelyn, as an outsider, could not possibly uphold their traditions or understand the sacrifices required of a Luna. Others warned of potential unrest, hinting that her acceptance would fracture the unity of
James’s lip curled. "You are willing to sacrifice the pack for your happiness? I can't believe it."“What sacrifice have you ever made for the pack, James? Of all people, you are the least qualified to lecture me about sacrifice. You’re nothing but a selfish old man,” Grayson fired back, his voice sharp and cutting.James’s face turned red with fury as he stood abruptly, his chair scraping loudly against the floor. “What did you just say to me?” he growled, stepping toward Grayson with clenched fists.Elder Demas quickly rose from his seat, moving between the two men in an attempt to diffuse the tension. “Calm down, James! Don’t act in haste,” Demas urged, his tone firm but steady.James ignored him, his focus locked on Grayson. “Take it back!” he demanded, pointing a trembling finger at the Alpha. “Take it back, or—”“Or what?” Grayson interrupted, rising to his full height and stepping forward. His piercing gaze bore into James. “What will you do, James? Go ahead, try something. I d
“I heard you fought with the council of elders because of me, and you even stripped one of them of his position,” Evelyn said as she entered Grayson’s office, her expression a mixture of worry and gloom.Grayson looked up from his desk, his brow furrowing. “Is that why you look so sad? Who told you?”“Does anyone need to tell me? It’s already the talk of the town,” Evelyn replied, folding her arms across her chest.Grayson motioned to a chair. “Come here, sit down.”“I’m not sitting down, Grayson,” Evelyn snapped, pacing the room. “The pack members hate me. I can’t walk through the pack without hearing whispers or seeing fingers pointed at me. And now that you’ve fought with an elder, they’ll despise me even more.”Grayson sighed and stood up, walking over to her. “I didn’t fight with him because of you. He was disrespectful to me. Look, Evelyn, don’t let what’s going on in the pack bother you. Sooner or later, they’ll get over it.” He wrapped his arms around her, pulling her into a c
Evelyn’s cheeks flushed as she tried to put her dress on, she could feel her own wetness down there which made every nerve on her body tingle.Just as she was about to regain her composure, the office door swung open without warning.Diana stood in the doorway, her eyes narrowing as she took in the scene. Her lips curled in disdain as she muttered, “Huh! So you’re not so different from the others.” She hissed and stormed off, leaving Evelyn mortified.Grayson’s face darkened as he moved to the door, closing it behind Diana. “Ignore her,” he said firmly, turning back to Evelyn.Evelyn looked down, her embarrassment palpable. “It’s not just her, Grayson. It feels like the whole pack is watching and judging me. And now this…”Grayson placed a gentle hand on her shoulder. “I don’t care what anyone thinks, Evelyn. But let’s talk about earlier—about you.”Evelyn hesitated before meeting his eyes. “Yes, I am a virgin. I've never been with a guy before.”Grayson's lip curved into a mischievo
Evelyn walked back home, her thoughts heavy with the unsettling feeling that someone was watching her. The eerie sensation clung to her as she reached her apartment, her mind drifting to the notes and the conversation she had with Lisa."Who could be doing this to me?" Evelyn murmured to herself, her voice tinged with frustration.“You need to tell Grayson,” Viola’s voice echoed softly in her mind.“No, I don’t want to burden him,” Evelyn replied. “He has too much on his plate already.”“But this is serious, Evelyn. Someone is threatening you right under his nose. Whoever is leaving those notes is bold enough to follow through on their threats,” Viola insisted.Evelyn frowned, considering the possibilities. “Could it be Diana? Not many outsiders have easy access to Grayson’s house.”“Do you think Diana would go that far?” Viola asked, her tone skeptical.Evelyn sighed. “She’s the first person who wants me out of this pack. She’s also the one who doesn’t want me to be her brother’s bri
“Did someone just try to kill me?” Evelyn asked Beta Luke as he came back to join her on the field, her voice trembling slightly.Luke nodded, his jaw clenched. “It was too close for coincidence. Whoever it was, they wanted to send a message.”“I told you whoever is writing those notes meant business, Evelyn, This is a warning. We need to tell Grayson!” Viola’s voice echoed in Evelyn’s mind."We need to inform Alpha Grayson immediately," Beta Luke said, his tone leaving no room for debate, as though he had read Viola's thoughts.“No,” Evelyn whispered aloud, drawing a confused glance from Luke. She quickly added, “I mean… I don’t want to cause unnecessary panic.”Luke folded his arms, narrowing his eyes at her. “Unnecessary? Evelyn, someone just tried to hurt you. Possibly worse. If I hadn’t been here…”“I can handle it,” she interrupted, her tone sharper than intended. “I don’t want Grayson to think I can’t deal with anything on my own.”Luke sighed, rubbing the back of his neck. “Th
“Grayson!” Beta Luke shouted as he rushed to the Alpha’s side, finding him unconscious on the floor. His heart sank at the sight of his friend in such a state.“Come on, Grayson, you can’t keep doing this to yourself. You’re stronger than this,” Luke muttered, his voice breaking as he knelt beside him. Beta Luke ran to the bathroom, filled a bowl with water, and poured it over Grayson’s face, hoping to bring him around.Grayson stirred, his eyes fluttering open. “Lu…ke,” he murmured, his voice hoarse. “Evelyn… she betrayed me. Evelyn…” His voice cracked as he tried to sit up, only to collapse back against the floor.“Grayson, listen to me. You can’t let this destroy you. You can’t… you can’t become like—” Luke cut himself off abruptly, his words faltering as he looked at Grayson with pity.Grayson let out a bitter laugh, his expression darkening. “Like my father. Say it, Luke. Don’t hold back. I’ve become just like him—a failure. A disgrace. How can I face the pack now? They’ll see m
“Where have you been?” James demanded as he entered the room, his sharp gaze sweeping over every corner, ensuring Lisa was alone.“What are you talking about?” Lisa replied, her expression feigning innocence as she glanced at him in surprise.“I was at your house yesterday, but you weren’t there. I checked here too, and you were nowhere to be found,” James countered, his tone laced with suspicion as he narrowed his eyes. “What are you up to, Lisa?”Lisa folded her arms, her demeanor shifting to one of defiance. “I was running some personal errands. Not that it’s any of your business,” she shot back.James raised an eyebrow, his lips curving into a humorless chuckle. His eyes darkened as he stepped closer. “I see right through you, Lisa,” he thought but kept the thought to himself. “Let’s get to the point. Grayson is wolfless at the moment, and the hunters are planning an attack on Silvermoon. Without his wolf, the pack is vulnerable. It’s only a matter of time before Silvermoon falls
Lisa held her neck gingerly, her fingers brushing over the bruises left by Grayson's grip. The sting was sharp, but her lips curved into a crooked smile as she walked out of Grayson's quarters."This time, everything will fall into place. No one will stop me—not even Grayson," she muttered under her breath, her voice low and cold.As she entered Diana's hospital room, her demeanor shifted instantly. Her face softened into a bright, seemingly genuine smile."Hey there," Lisa said cheerfully, approaching Diana’s bedside."Why not just finish her off completely? You have the perfect opportunity now," Missy whispered in her mind.Lisa’s smile faltered for a second but returned quickly. "Oh, Missy, don’t be ridiculous. Diana is our sister," Lisa said aloud, her tone light as she pretended to check Diana’s vitals."Sister?" Missy sneered. "What if she wakes up and tells everyone what really happened? You’ll be finished."Lisa let out a soft laugh. "She won’t wake up, Missy. You saw the d
"What are you doing here?" Grayson's voice boomed as he jolted awake, his eyes locking onto Lisa lying beside him, completely naked.Lisa stirred, her lips curving into a sly smile as she met his enraged gaze. "You're awake," she purred.Grayson's chest heaved with fury. "I asked you a question. Why are you in my bed like this?"Lisa sat up slowly, making no attempt to cover herself. "You were drunk last night, Alpha. Someone had to take care of you. That’s all," she said, her tone sweet but calculated.Grayson's fists clenched as he stood, his towering frame looming over her. "I didn’t ask for your care, Lisa! Why are you lying beside me? What did you do?" His voice was venomous, and his temper barely contained.Lisa rose to her feet, swaying her hips deliberately as she smirked. "Nothing that we haven’t done before, Grayson," she replied, her eyes gleaming.Grayson's expression darkened, his fury spilling over. "You took advantage of me again!" he roared, his hands trembling with re
Evelyn woke up with a jolt, startled by the rustling of a rabbit searching for food nearby. She had fallen asleep against the rough bark of a tree trunk, her body curled tightly for warmth. Clutching her arms to her chest, she shivered, the chill of the night still clinging to her. For a brief moment, she allowed herself to relax, her heartbeat steadying as she realized the intruder was only a harmless creature.Her dress was torn and muddied, her skin covered in red spots from insect bites. Her lips were cracked, her throat parched, and her eyes red and heavy from her sobs."Evelyn, pull yourself together. We can’t survive another day if we remain like this," Viola urged, her voice laced with concern.Evelyn wiped the tears streaming down her face with trembling hands."I never thought I would spend my wedding night in a forest," she whispered bitterly. "I should have been in Grayson's arms, safe and loved. Instead, I’ve been humiliated, and... I lost my virginity to a stranger. So
"I'm afraid our plans may have to change," he said, his voice trembling slightly, unsure of how Jerry would take the news."How? What happened?" Jerry’s voice was sharp, his eyes narrowing as he leaned forward in his seat.James took a deep breath and quickly relayed everything—the chaos in the pack, the attack on Diana, Evelyn’s disappearance, and Grayson’s collapse into despair. "I didn’t expect it to spiral like this. Grayson’s not just emotionally broken, He’s a shadow of himself now." James explained."How could this happen?" Jerry scoffed, kicking the air in frustration. "How are we supposed to lure Grayson out of the pack now?"James hesitated, then spoke, his voice low, almost pleading."There’s no need to lure him out. He’s not a threat anymore. He’s weak and vulnerable. You could come in and attack the pack directly. But… I ask that you don’t destroy everything."A dark smile tugged at Jerry’s lips. "He’s a shadow of himself, you say? That means the poison worked," he said,
"I told you, Grayson is a curse to this pack, but you refused to believe me. Now look at what’s happened again!" James said sharply, pacing the room as he addressed Demas and Gaius. "This is the second scandal within his family."Demas shook his head, his expression dark. "Enough is enough! Grayson must step down immediately, or we’ll have no choice but to take action against him."James smirked, folding his arms. "He’s already a shadow of himself as we speak. His weakness is evident.""That’s his problem," Gaius sneered. "What matters now is Silvermoon Pack’s future. We need a leader who won’t be so easily blinded or betrayed by women."The three shared a cold laugh, their disdain for the Alpha filling the room."I’ll meet with Robert," James suggested after the laughter subsided. "We need to know if he’s willing to join our cause or not."Demas scoffed dismissively. "Robert? That self-righteous fool? He’ll never agree. He’ll talk about loyalty to the Alpha until his dying breath.""
Evelyn's eyelids fluttered open at the sound of Grayson's voice, his tone sharp and filled with raw fury. Disoriented, she sat up, only to feel the cool air against her bare skin. Her heart raced as she realized where she was—a room unfamiliar, the scent wrong.Her eyes darted to the stranger lying next to her, a smug expression on his face. Panic surged through her veins.“Who are you? What am I doing here?” she screamed, scrambling to cover herself with the sheets.The man stretched lazily, smirking at her. “Baby, what’s with the act? We just had the night of our lives. Don’t spoil it now because of this pathetic excuse of an Alpha,” he said, gesturing toward Grayson. “We both know we’re meant to be together.”“I don’t know you!” Evelyn cried, her voice breaking as her gaze flicked to Grayson.She looked down at the bed, her breath hitching as she noticed the bloodstained sheets. Horror spread through her as the reality of the situation hit her like a punch to the gut. She jumped
Grayson leaned back in his chair, a faint smile tugging at his lips as he listened to Beta Luke.“They fought?” Grayson asked, his voice tinged with amusement.“Yes,” Luke confirmed. “It’s the talk of the pack now. They said it was a heated face-off, and Evelyn said some pretty harsh words.”Grayson chuckled, shaking his head. “Girls’ squabbles. I’m sure it’s nothing serious. But I’ll talk to Evelyn. Diana knows how to push buttons.”Luke's expression shifted to concern. “I get that, but you know how much the pack loves Diana. Even if she provoked Evelyn, I don’t want Evelyn to be seen as a villain. Especially now.”Grayson nodded, his tone softening. “You’re right. I’ll make sure she keeps her composure. But you should talk to your wife too—let her know when to stop provoking my bride.”Luke laughed reluctantly, nodding. “Fair enough. I’ll deal with Diana.”The conversation shifted, growing more serious. Grayson leaned forward, his fingers drumming on the desk.“By the way, Luke,” he