Lorenzo didnโt like the rain. In fact, just listening to the sound of the pattering water nearby would make him suddenly feel different. His mood would turn sour and his heart would race in a negative way. This was because in the past, he lost something precious when it was raining. What was probably worse than losing someone dear to you was losing something that person gave you before they left. It wasnโt that he was careless. Rather, he had lost his sanity for a time when his mate died and in the process, he lost a gift that she apparently left for him. โAlpha Prince, are you serious?โ Rui, his beta, asked, when they exited the cabin. โWhat if your plan doesnโt work?โ The rain had stopped then, the full moon gleaming above that lit up the quiet and dark forest. Everyone had dispersed, prepared to continue the hunt and finish the race. Lorenzo glanced at his beta once and said, โItโs the right thing to do so I will do everything to make it happen.โ Rui worriedly stared at Alph
โAre you saying your wish is to be one of the candidates to become Alpha Prince Kaelโs official mate?โ Inside the Alphaโs meeting room, about five ordinary pack members with the elders, including Prime Luna Martha, sat with Alpha Jake. Although the room was silent, tension rose in the air as they released deep sighs while staring at the sight before them. Naya was in the center with her head lowered facing Alpha Jake. When the question came out of his lips, the people in the room were startled except for Naya. The alpha of the pack sternly glanced at the side, finding the deer before gazing back at Naya, โYou have successfully captured and delivered the offering to the Moon Goddess, owning the prize which is a wish that I have to grant. But I, the alpha of this pack, do not tolerate ill wishes for my pack and members so becoming one of the Alpha Princesโ mates candidates is rather questionable. Tell me, if I grant you this wish of yours, what do we gain in return?โ Naya had alread
โDid you find your mate? Is she here?โ Luna Sierra asked. Alpha Prince Felix knew his mother was a very frank woman. She hated beating around the bush. The only time she would treat another person with reservation was when she was facing Alpha Jake, his sons, and the elders of the pack. Otherwise, she would face them with brutal honesty. โItโs not like that,โ Felix said with a sigh. He debated whether to tell his mother about this wish as he knew she wouldnโt let it go without asking his reason. However, he had already decided since he was in that temple. โFor this matter, thereโs no need for Mother to worry,โ Felix said, his eyes beginning to close. Luna Sierra saw his exhausted expression and felt her heart filled with worry and concern. She let out a sigh. โOkay, I wonโt ask more, but remember you canโt take just anyone as your mate. I wonโt allow it! Your father wouldnโt like it, too.โ Felix remained silent. With some hesitation, Luna Sierra decided to leave. She met Max and
Jed entered Alpha Prince Kaelโs chamber in a hurry, his face etched with worry. The room was dimly lit, the flickering candles casting dancing shadows on the stone walls. The air was thick with the scent of sandalwood and the faint hint of Kael's cologne. Kael, in the middle of changing, glanced up, catching sight of his always-anxious beta."Did the war start?" he asked nonchalantly, his tone betraying no concern.The frown on Jedโs face deepened, his brow furrowing in earnest. โAlpha Prince!โA low chuckle escaped Kaelโs lips, reverberating through the room. He finished tying his robe, the rich fabric whispering against his skin, and then moved to sit behind his massive oak desk. The desk was cluttered with maps, parchments, and a half-eaten meal. โWhat could be more important than war, hm?โโDonโt kid around, you have to hear me out, Alpha Prince. Itโs really important.โ Jed ensured the door was securely locked, the heavy bolt sliding into place with a resounding click. He took dee
If there was one thing Naya trusted, it was the certainty that people could always turn their backs on her. The West Wood Pack was no place for the weak or for strangers. When she came face to face with the assassin, she instantly sensed that this person knew the territory too well to be an outsider.A cold dagger pressed against her throat as she was slowly dragged to the side, away from the carriage. The servant and the guard who had been with her earlier were nowhere to be seen. Had the assassin killed them, too? Or were they all working together? A rough grip on her arm yanked her attention back. With a rope tied around her hands, she let the assassin lead her to the falls. The sound of water crashing against the rocks below drowned out every other noise, creating a curtain of isolation around them.The assassin dragged Naya until they reached the cliff's edge, the wind harsh and cold. Naya glanced down, seeing the massive rocks below, jagged and unforgiving, waiting like silent
Naya felt as if she were dreaming. She found herself in the middle of an open field where the air was crisp and fragrant with the scent of wildflowers. Here, the grass, vibrant and lush, was greener than any she had ever seen, almost glowing under the bright, azure sky. The place felt almost magical, with a serene atmosphere that seemed to hum with a life she had never seen before. The wind blew gently, swaying the grass and flowers in a soothing rhythm, carrying a sweet melody that seemed to float on the breeze.A woman was singing in the distance, her voice soft and melodious, like a lullaby carried by the wind. With some hesitation, Naya followed the enchanting sound. It led her to a grand oak tree, its ancient branches stretching wide and casting dappled shadows on the ground. Beyond it, a river flowed, its waters sparkling in the sunlight and sending a cool breeze that caressed Nayaโs face and filled her lungs with freshness.As she neared the tree, Naya couldn't help but wonde
Death was something no person could ever escape from. The reality of people who constantly fight to survive, to get a mission done, or sacrifice their own for a greater purpose was harsher than the truth of life itself. Options were not even given, and nobody in the list could dodge death freely as they wouldโve wished to. Naya was the leader of the Midnight Seven. Naturally, her mission was greater than the rest of her group. In fact, she left without explaining her next plan to them. It was her own way of saving the people who didnโt have to do what she should and had to. Her feet were constantly a few steps away from death's door, but that didn't mean she would stop. It was similar to signing a deal with, of pledging your own life on the line - you couldn't really do anything about it but accept it when it comes. โI am prepared to die,โ she always told herself whenever fear crept in her heart in some moments. Yet, in those moments, she would feel her knees tremble. With clenched
Alpha Jake sat behind his desk, a flash of lightning illuminating the room through the glass window. The storm outside was relentless, the rain hammering against the panes with unyielding force.Luna Sierra left the bed, her bare feet padding softly on the wooden floor as she walked up to him. "The rain hasnโt stopped since earlier," she said, her voice tinged with concern.Alpha Jake remained focused on the papers in front of him, occasionally picking up his pen to jot down notes. His brow furrowed in concentration, the flickering light from the storm casting shadows on his stern face.Sighing, Luna Sierra approached him. "Are you listening to me, Alpha?"Finally, the head of the pack lifted his gaze, his piercing eyes meeting hers. "The first reading from Sana Azalea stated our pack will suffer from a drought. This much rain is doing us a favor more than anything else," he said. "Why donโt you sit down and rest instead?"Luna Sierra felt a flash of irritation. She hadnโt forgotten
Naya's eyes widened, her heart racing as she slowly looked up to see Kael standing beside her, his usual arrogant smile softened by a hint of concern. A single tear slid down her cheek, and as Kaelโs smile faded, his expression grew cold, especially when another voice cut through the air."Even until the end, you're still weak," Alfredo sneered. "I raised you, trained you, and you can't even complete your mission! If you're not going to do it, then I will! Men, kill the heir! Bring me his head!"At Alfredo's command, the soldiers of the Light Shadow Pack, along with the remaining Midnight Seven, charged forward. Zeke, knowing how much Luna Alicia wanted to protect BillyโRubenโleapt into the fray, defending him and fighting alongside the Crimson Stone Pack soldiers. Kael soon joined the battle, shifting into his wolf form and tearing through the Light Shadow Pack members with lethal precision. The two brothers fought side by side until Kael confronted Alfredo."So, you're her father?"
When Fabian looked up, he saw Gaston and Alfredo, both equally stunned. โFinally,โ Fabian smiled. โI got to see you both.โ Gaston helped him stand. โI thought youโd die! How did you escape?โ Fabian shrugged, hiding his pain. โWhen youโre a father, you have to keep fighting for your family.โGaston chuckled. โBragging about being a dad again, I see. So, howโd you end up here?โ He patted Fabianโs back as they walked.โIโm being chased,โ Fabian said, making them stop in their tracks.โBy who?โ Gaston asked.โGeneral Hans and some rogues,โ Fabian answered.Gaston and Alfredo exchanged uneasy glances.Alfredo turned to Fabian with a firm expression. โYou need to leave.โโWhy?โ Fabian asked.โThis territory belongs to our pack, the Light Shadow Pack,โ Gaston explained. โWe canโt risk an attack because of you.โFabian nodded, understanding. โIโll go so I wonโt cause any trouble.โBut soon after Fabian left, the territory was attacked by the same rogues and enemy soldiers from the mainland
Naya stood frozen, a whisper escaping her lips, โNoโฆโ Billy was lying. Naya knew he was. But as she looked into his eyes, a chilling certainty crept inโhe wasnโt lying at all. โItโs the truth, Naya,โ he said, his expression softening, tinged with a trace of melancholia. โMany years ago, when I was just a child, my parents were forced to leave because of an internal conflict within our pack. An ordinary servant of the Light Shadow Pack took me in and raised me as their own before they passed away. But I didnโt come from there. I belong to this pack, the Crimson Stone Pack. And my name isnโt Billy. Itโs Ruben. I have alpha blood, and Iโm the heir to this pack.โ As Naya listened, her mind spun with confusion, each word Billy spoke tightening the vise around her heart until it felt like it would shatter. All along, the person she was destined to kill had been Billy. How could this be? How could it be him? Why? Why him? Just then, the windows shattered, and two wolves b
Naya looked at Samantha, noticing that Samanthaโs eyes were still locked on hers. She had been silent ever since they captured her, not even attempting to resist. She remained calm, following Naya and the team without any struggle.In any case, Samantha was the perfect baitโthe exact hostage they needed to finally enter enemy territory.Ignoring any distractions, Naya brushed off Samanthaโs unnerving stare and turned to her team. She gave each of them their instructions for once they entered the Crimson Stone Pack.Soon enough, they crossed the gates. The sun was slowly setting as they passed through the first group of soldiers at the border.Sage moved closer to Naya and murmured, โCaptain, isnโt it strange? That Alpha Princess hasnโt said a word. She didnโt even try to get those soldiersโ attention.โNaya clenched her hands. She felt something was off too.โWhat if itโs another trap?โ Sage asked.Naya looked ahead, her eyes cold. โIf thatโs the case, weโll kill her immediately.โThe
A tall man shouted from a distance, โFind them! Donโt let them get away!โNayaโs heart skipped a beat as she recognized the voiceโit was the same general who had visited the family before. His commanding tone cut through the night air.A soldier approached him, breathless. โGeneral, a report came from the South. It seems Sir Fabian took that route. Theyโre heading to the lake!โThe generalโs face twisted in anger. โFabianโฆ That tricksterโฆ How dare he betray his own pack? Find him! No matter what happens tonight, we will not stop until we capture that traitor!โWith a united roar, the soldiers growled and marched south, their footsteps echoing through the forest as the general led them.Suddenly, the scene shifted, and Naya found herself by the lake. The moonlight reflected off the water, casting eerie shadows across the surface. Fabian was locked in battle with soldiers, while Louisa pushed a canoe with Luna Sandra and Rosanne inside.โWhat are you doing? Why arenโt you getting in?โ L
"Many rogues have been spotted around the Southern Border lately. I canโt leave yet,โ Fabian replied, his voice tense. He glanced at Louisa with a meaningful look, signaling that the next conversation would be more serious.Louisa caught the signal and took Rosanne's hand. โLetโs go, Rosanne. Letโs find your brother.โRosanneโs eyes lit up instantly. โAre we going to see Ruben today, Mama?โLouisa smiled warmly. โYes. Come on.โBefore they left, she gave another look at the two men, a mixture of concern and understanding in her eyes.Naya remained on the side, her heart racing as she listened to Gaston and Fabianโs conversation. All they spoke about was their pack. And Naya was right. It was truly the Crimson Stone Pack.Gaston and her father, Alfredo, were both members of the Crimson Stone Pack.Before she could figure out more about her father, the scenery changed. It shifted to Louisa, Rosanne, and a young boy with long black hair. His face seemed a bit blurry, but Naya could make
Crimson Stone PackLeira, a loyal fighter, rushed into Luna Aliciaโs room, her face filled with worry. Luna Alicia stood up from her seat. With hesitation, Leira handed her a letter wrapped in a black cloth. โThis came from Prince Zeke.โAs Luna Alicia read the letter, tears filled her eyes. โA warโฆโ she whispered. โAfter a drought.โ She stumbled, overwhelmed by the news, but Leira quickly helped her back to the chair. Following Luna Alicia's command, Leira took the letter and set it on fire with a match. As the letter burned, Luna Alicia's eyes reflected a mix of emotions. โJust as my sister warned me,โ she said sadly, remembering a distant, painful memory. โItโs bound to happen sooner or later. Thereโs no stopping it.โLeira stood silently by her side. For the past few weeks, she had watched Luna Alicia cry, not because of her situation with Alpha Prince Zeke of the West Wood Pack, but because of the past and the fearful future that people from the past had predicted.โDid Samantha
Alpha Prince Felix stood among the countless lifeless bodies sprawled on the ground. The scent of blood mingled with the earth, permeating the moist air and sending a chill down his spine. The sounds of battle had ceased, but the heavy atmosphere lingered. Too many rogues had appeared out of nowhereโor was it really nowhere? They all behaved as though they had lost their sanity. Where exactly did they come from? The more Felix thought about it, the stranger it felt. Seven soldiers were lost in this encounter, each death weighing heavily on his mind. This wasnโt a simple attack from rogues. There had to be something else โ a deeper reason behind all this chaos. Felix let out a few slow breaths and was about to walk back to the tower when he heard a choking sound in the distance. A soldier lay on the ground, his right limb severed. He looked up at Felix, hand reaching out.โWhatโs your name?โ Felix asked, bending down.โAxiel, Alpha Prince,โ the soldier replied, choking on blood. A
The moment Naya opened her eyes, she was met with Jedโs face, staring at her with a confused, concentrated look. Seeing her eyes snap open, Jed quickly moved back, clearing his throat. โI thought you were dead. You were barely breathing. Are you okay? You donโt look good.โNaya remained silent. In reality, her head felt like it was going to explode. She had been sweating coldly for a while, and the entire time she was seated in the carriage, it felt like she was floating, barely sensing anything but the pain throbbing in her head. She remembered Kael talking to her earlier but couldnโt recall what he said.She huffed, adjusting her position. โWhereโs your prince?โ she asked.Jedโs eyebrows furrowed. โHe is outside dealing with rogues. Werenโt you listening to him earlier?โNaya didnโt answer.โNever mind,โ Jed said, knowing Naya wouldnโt explain herself anyway. โWeโre inside the pack territory now, so this will be dealt with quickly. Besides, Alpha Prince Zeke is stationed nearby. Heโ