Lisa entered Diana's room, her voice ringing in an unnaturally high-pitched tune as she sang, her movements light and carefree. It was clear she was in a good mood, her steps almost dancing as she approached Diana’s bed.She cast a smug glance at Diana’s still form lying unconscious, her lips curling slightly.“Will she ever wake up?” Missy whispered inside her mind.Lisa shrugged dismissively, her eyes narrowing as she eyed Diana with thinly veiled malice. “That depends on her will to live. But even if she does, she’ll be nothing more than a vegetable. A burden.”As she turned away to adjust a vase on the bedside table, Missy’s sharp voice pierced her thoughts. “I think she’s moving. Look at her hand.”Lisa froze and quickly turned back. Her heart skipped a beat as she noticed Diana’s fingers twitching ever so slightly. The rhythmic movement was unmistakable.“She’s waking up,” Lisa muttered under her breath, her expression a mix of shock and panic. She leaned down, shaking Diana g
Lisa stood frozen, her eyes darting toward the restroom door as she heard noises coming from there. The door to the adjoining restroom creaked open and Beta Luke stepped out, his expression a mixture of disgust and resolve. Behind him followed the newly instated Elders, Jonas, and Bernard, their gazes heavy with judgment.Lisa’s jaw dropped. “What’s going on here?” she stammered, instinctively stepping back.“You’ve been caught, Lisa,” Beta Luke said coldly as he marched toward her. “We heard everything.”Without hesitation, he shoved Lisa away from Diana, positioning himself protectively in front of his wife. Lisa, crouched down silently in the corner, gasping, her eyes widening in shock at the sudden turn of events.“What is the meaning of this?” Lisa shrieked, her voice breaking. “You were eavesdropping? That’s low, even for you!”Elder Jonas raised his hand to silence her. “Enough, Lisa. We’ve heard all we need to. Do not try to manipulate things here. There is no justificatio
Diana and Beta Luke exchanged troubled glances but remained silent, unwilling to interfere with the Alpha’s judgment.Lisa opened her mouth as if to speak, but the only sound that escaped was a gurgling choke as blood poured from her lips. Her wide, terrified eyes locked on Grayson, pleading silently.Grayson yanked his claws from her stomach with a sickening squelch, pulling out some of her intestines. The room erupted in gasps of horror as Lisa’s body crumpled lifelessly to the floor, her blood pooling around her.Grayson’s voice cut through the shock like a blade. “Take her corpse to the woods. Leave it for the wild animals to feed on. She doesn’t deserve the dignity of a burial.”“Yes, Alpha,” the guards replied in unison, immediately lifting Lisa’s lifeless body and carrying it out.Diana’s soft voice broke the heavy silence. “She… she truly was carrying a child,” she said, her tone conflicted as her eyes lingered on the blood-soaked floor. Despite Lisa’s monstrous actions, the t
“He was affected by the poison and recoiled deep into the corner of my mind, too weak to surface,” Grayson explained, his voice steady but laced with emotion. “The antidote worked, yes, but it took time. His healing was slower because my depression weakened him further. I didn’t realize how much my state of mind affected him until he began to recover when he sensed the pack was in danger.”Diana let out a sigh of relief, her eyes softening. “I’m so happy he’s back. You have no idea how worried I was… about both of you.”Grayson nodded, his gaze distant. “I was worried too. Kyle is my anchor, my balance. Without him, it felt like I was missing a part of myself. I nearly lost it, Diana.”Beta Luke, who had been listening intently, chimed in. “Well, Kyle’s back, Diana’s alive, and we’re still standing. That’s worth celebrating, isn’t it?”Diana gave a small, bittersweet smile. “The celebration will only feel right when Evelyn is here with us.”Grayson’s jaw clenched, his fists tightening
“What do you mean you can't find her? You went after her only minutes after we noticed her escape! How are you all so incompetent?” Jerry snarled, his voice thick with fury. “Do I have to go into the forest myself to search for one little wolf girl? Must I do everything myself?”“Boss, I think she's covering her tracks. We really searched everywhere, but there’s no sign of her,” one of the hunters reported nervously.“Maybe she’s headed back to the Silvermoon pack?” another suggested cautiously.“She wouldn’t dare. But in case that’s her plan, we extend the search deeper into the woods,” Jerry scowled. “Get the dogs. They’ll pick up her scent. We move now!”Jerry led the group of hunters and two hunt dogs back into the forest. His sharp eyes scanned every tree and shadow, fury etched into his face.“She couldn’t have gotten far,” Jerry growled. “I want her found before nightfall!”“Boss, the dogs haven’t picked up anything yet,” a hunter said hesitantly, holding onto a leash as the ho
Evelyn was dragged back to the hunter's camp, her wrists bound tightly as Jerry tied her to a tree.“I think I’ve been too lenient with you, and that’s why you dared to escape. Did you think you could run away from me?” Jerry growled, his voice laced with malice. Without warning, he smacked Evelyn across the face.Evelyn cried out in pain, her cheek stinging sharply. She could feel the sting of a small cut forming on her lip.“You bastard,” she spat, her defiance unwavering as her bloodied lips curled into a sneer.Jerry wiped the spit off his face, his expression darkening. “Feisty little thing, aren’t you? Don’t worry, I’ll deal with you soon enough. I won’t kill you—not yet—but that doesn’t mean I can’t make you wish for death,” he said, his laughter cruel and mocking.“You can never break me, coward,” Evelyn shot back, her voice strong despite her injuries. “Untie my hands and face me one-on-one, or are you too scared to fight me?”Jerry smirked, amused by her boldness. “I know w
“What could he be talking about, Evelyn? Viola said, stirring weakly in her mind.“You’re bluffing,” Evelyn rasped, though her voice quivered slightly.Jerry chuckled darkly, his grip tightening for a moment before he let her go.“Am I? Grayson is currently searching for you in the woods. He’s sent his guards to find you. And I wonder why,” Jerry sneered. “Has he forgiven you? Or perhaps he wants to punish you for the crimes you’ve been accused of?”Evelyn’s heart sank at his words, but she quickly masked her panic with a defiant glare. She refused to let Jerry see her fear.“Whatever reason he’s looking for me is none of your business,” Evelyn snapped, her voice firm despite the knots tightening in her chest.“Oh, but it is,” Jerry chuckled darkly. “Because I’m going to give him exactly what he wants.”Evelyn raised her brows in suspicion, her eyes narrowing. “You’re going to send me to him?” she asked cautiously, searching his expression.“No, silly.” Jerry leaned closer, grinning w
"Your mate is in our camp, and my boss has asked me to tell you that if you want to see her alive, you should follow me, and I'll lead you to where we are—but you have to come alone,” the hunter said.Grayson laughed darkly, the sound filling the room as he suddenly grabbed the hunter by the shirt, shoving him against the wall with force.“Your boss must think I’m stupid, trying to lure me away from my pack so he can attack them. He should try a different approach,” Grayson growled, his voice dripping with menace.The hunter smirked, undeterred. “He knew you wouldn’t believe me. That’s why he asked me to show you this.” He reached into his pocket and pulled out his cell phone, showing Grayson a video of Evelyn. In it, she was tied to a tree, her face pale and bruised as she writhed in pain while being tortured.The sight triggered Kyle, Grayson’s wolf. He burst out in rage, taking control, and lunged at the hunter, snatching the phone from his hand and crushing it to pieces.Kyle’s cl
The day finally came and the Silvermoon Pack's square was transformed into a magnificent wedding venue, adorned with flowers of every shade. White roses and lavender scattered through the air, their sweet scent mingling with the fresh breeze. The pack gathered around, their faces glowing with excitement as they eagerly awaited the ceremony.Evelyn stood at the front, her delicate frame wrapped in an elegant white gown, her hair styled in loose waves, a subtle crown of silver roses perched atop her head. Beside her stood Tara, her best friend, radiant in a pale lavender dress, and Diana, who was equally stunning as Tara.Both women smiled proudly at Evelyn, their eyes brimming with joy and support.Across from them, Grayson stood tall in his dark suit, his gaze locked on Evelyn. His heart pounded with every beat, and every fiber of his being screamed that this was right. At his side stood Beta Luke, his best man, looking at him with pride.Elder Bernard stood before the couple, rea
The pack members trooped out in their numbers to welcome Evelyn back to the pack.Grayson stood beside Evelyn, his arm gently resting around her waist, guiding her forward. The moment they reached the center of the gathering, cheers erupted from the pack. Faces that had once been filled with uncertainty and hesitation now glowed with excitement and admiration.“Tara!” Evelyn called out, her voice bright with joy as she spotted her friend among the crowd. Tara rushed over, her arms wide open, and they embraced each other tightly.“I can’t believe you’re back!” Tara exclaimed, pulling away slightly to look Evelyn over, her eyes welling with tears. “We missed you so much.”Evelyn smiled, squeezing Tara’s hands. “I missed you too, Tara. It feels good to be home.”“I'm glad the truth finally came out, Evelyn. I knew there was no way you would do what you were accused of,” Tara said.“Thank you, Tara. Thank you for believing in me,” Evelyn said, smiling as she hugged her friend again.Ta
The night stretched on as Grayson, Nix, and Luke kept their vigil by the burnt remains of Jerry’s car. The fire had long since dwindled, leaving only smoldering embers and charred metal. None of them spoke much, the weight of the night’s events keeping them silent.As the first rays of dawn broke through the trees, Grayson exhaled deeply, his sharp gaze still fixed on the wreckage. “It’s over,” he said quietly, his voice laced with finality. “Jerry’s gone.”Nix stretched his arms, yawning. “I’ll admit, I didn’t think the bastard would ever meet his end. But seeing this… yeah, he’s not crawling out of that one.”Luke grinned, patting Grayson on the back. “Well done, Alpha. That was one hell of a chase. I’ll never doubt your driving skills again.”Grayson smirked, finally stepping away from the ashes. “Let’s get back. We’ve been out here long enough.”They walked back to the car, the adrenaline of the night fading into exhaustion. Grayson slid into the driver’s seat, Nix and Luke ho
The roar of an engine pierced through the forest as Jerry sped down the dirt path, his hands gripping the steering wheel tightly. His eyes darted to the rearview mirror, scanning the darkness for any signs of pursuit.The night was thick, cloaked in shadows, and the dim headlights of his car barely illuminated the uneven forest trail. His pulse raced. He thought he had escaped until the unmistakable hum of another engine reached his ears, faint but growing louder.“Damn it,” Jerry cursed under his breath, glancing at the mirror again.The faint gleam of headlights in the distance confirmed his fears. “Can this bastard drive?” He muttered to himself.He slammed his foot on the accelerator, the car jerking forward as it sped along the rugged path.In the car behind, Grayson’s hands were steady on the wheel, his sharp eyes cutting through the night like a predator stalking its prey. The trees blurred past as he maneuvered skillfully, avoiding rocks and low-hanging branches with ease.
The chaotic roar of flames engulfed the camp as the hunters, determined to hold their ground, lit the perimeter on fire. Thick, choking smoke billowed into the air, a fiery orange glow illuminating the battlefield.Jerry barked orders amidst the chaos, his voice cold and commanding. “Hold the line! Don’t let the wolves take us down easily!”“We can’t let them escape!” Luke shouted, his voice cutting through the noise as he and his men charged forward.Hunters fired their weapons wildly, the sound of gunfire mingling with the guttural growls of wolves mid-shift. Nix’s warriors flanked the hunters, their speed and strength overpowering the disorganized defenses.In the chaos, Jerry’s sharp eyes caught sight of his car parked near the edge of the camp, half-hidden in the shadows of the surrounding trees. The faint glow of flames flickered against the vehicle's surface, and he clenched his jaw tightly, determination flashing in his gaze.“Time to live and fight another day,” he muttere
Shadows danced beneath the canopy as the afternoon sun slowly began its descent. Beta Luke led the group, his sharp eyes scanning the ground for any sign of movement or disturbance.Alpha Nix followed closely, his keen senses on high alert, with their men fanned out behind them.“Anything yet?” Nix asked, his voice steady but laced with urgency.“Not a damn thing,” one of the guards replied, frustration evident in his tone. “It’s like they vanished into thin air.”“They didn’t vanish,” Luke said sharply, crouching to inspect a patch of broken twigs. “They’re just good at covering their tracks. Keep looking. They can’t have gotten far.”Another guard called out from a few meters away. “Beta, over here! I think I’ve found something.”Luke and Nix moved quickly to the source of the voice. The guard was pointing to a faint trail of flattened grass leading deeper into the woods.“Looks like a footpath,” Luke muttered, crouching to get a closer look. He ran his fingers along the trampled g
“What? How did that happen?” Jerry snapped, his eyes flashing with rage as he shoved Evelyn away from him.“The other Alphas in the region… they came to Silvermoon’s aid,” the hunter stammered, his voice trembling. “We were outnumbered. I pretended to be dead so I could escape and bring the news to you.”Jerry’s eyes widened in disbelief. “So Frank is dead?” His voice was low, filled with a mix of shock and anger.“Yes, boss,” the hunter replied, his head bowing in submission.Jerry let out an unhinged scream, his rage vibrating through the camp like an earthquake. The remaining hunters—about ten of them—huddled close, their faces a mix of fear and uncertainty.“What do we do now, boss?” one of the hunters asked, voice shaky.Jerry’s eyes burned with fury. “Tie this bitch back to the tree,” he growled, pointing at Evelyn. “And get the cars ready. We’re leaving for the human world. We’ll reorganize and gather more reinforcements.”The hunters immediately obeyed, quickly moving to secu
“You sick bastard! Why did you have to kill him? He was your ally for years, and yet you killed him like an animal. You’re nothing but a monster!” Evelyn screamed, her voice trembling with both anger and disbelief. Her eyes glistened with unshed tears as she stared at the man who had taken so much from them.Jerry’s lips twisted into a cruel smirk. “Yes, I am a monster. Did you just figure that out?” With a sudden movement, he sprang to his feet and struck the side of Evelyn’s head with the barrel of his gun.Blood dripped from the spot where the gun had connected, but her glare remained defiant.Grayson’s body shook with rage. He clenched his teeth so hard they might have cracked, his eyes burning with fury. He struggled against the chains that kept him bound, but the metal dug into his flesh, searing his skin with every futile pull. His growls rumbled from deep within his chest, a primal sound filled with raw frustration.“Let her go,” Grayson snarled through clenched teeth, his
Jaxon returned to the camp with his men, as promised. His eyes narrowed when he saw Jerry standing over Grayson, taunting him with a malicious smile.“How have the mighty fallen?” Jerry sneered, his voice dripping with venom. “I lured you away from your pack, the very pack you fought so hard to protect. And now, I’m about to ruin it—destroy everything you’ve struggled to hold together. After that, I’ll kill you.”Grayson met his gaze with unwavering defiance. “You can never ruin Silvermoon. This pack is stronger than you realize. It doesn’t matter if I’m here or not. I have warriors who will die to keep Silvermoon safe.”Jerry laughed, a harsh, cruel sound that echoed through the camp. “We shall see about that, won’t we? I want to see the look on your face when you hear the news of your pack’s defeat. Let’s see if you still keep that same pride when you know it’s all gone.”“I’ll be free from these chains soon,” Grayson growled through clenched teeth. “And when I do, Jerry, I will kil