MAGNUSEven now, I couldn't imagine that Lara was related to the man I resented all my life. I muttered curses under my breath as I placed the necessary documents on the table. Despite Alex's advice not to implicate Lara in her father's wrongdoing, I couldn't resist directing my anger towards her.Suddenly, my phone rang. I hurriedly picked it up even though the number was not familiar, for I thought it could be a business-related matter."Hello, Alpha Magnus?" a man's voice spoke from the other line. "Yes, who is this, please?" I asked with curiosity."This is Alpha Callum. I just wanted to inform you that Lara was out of reach. She was at the villa earlier, but after talking with Daddy and Mommy, she left in a car. As her husband, I presume you have the right to find her," he informed me.I was momentarily speechless. In my mind, she could go wherever she wanted to, even in hell. "That's all I wanted to convey, Alpha Magnus," Alpha Callum said firmly before pressing the end call b
MAGNUSIt had become a regular tradition for the Silvercrest Pack to hold a banquet at the villa during the Lunar phase, inviting the Yellow Stone Pack and the Shadow Pack. Amidst the bustling preparations, I pondered the events that lay ahead. But whatever the outcome, I was determined to proceed with my decision to entirely remove Lara from my life. It seemed to be the most rational decision rather than staying together with mutual animosity. Conflicting emotions stirred inside me as time went on. One part of my mind deemed my decision logical, while my heart opposed it, giving me a warning that it would endanger Lara's life. Despite my heart's reservations, I opted to heed the rational perspective of my mind, as it seemed to hold the truth that my heart couldn't perceive. Eight in the evening and everyone already convened in the banquet hall of the Silvercrest Pack. While waiting for the moon to reach its peak, they indulged in eating, drinking, and dancing. Their expressions disp
MAGNUS Five days had passed since the incident, and Lara remained unconscious, as my father had predicted. He mentioned she would stay in that state until her eventual demise. I could sense everyone was silently displeased by what I did, yet, they were unable to voice out their disdain as I was their leader. A sense of emptiness consumed me and all I wanted was to remain in the villa, yet my obligations in the company compelled me to do otherwise. I could sense my strength slipping away gradually and definitely it was due to the mate bond rejection. I pondered how I could continue to lead the pack when my strength was waning. However, as the sole Alpha from the elite class, I questioned who else could take on the role. Despite being aware that I was merely an adopted son, everyone recognized the blood tie between me and my father. And since Dad, had no family of his own, I stood as the sole heir to lead the three packs. As I was engrossed in work at the office, my phone unexpected
MAGNUSThe days seemed slow for me. Just when I anticipated the moon's rise, each day felt like an eternity. My longing for Lara grew stronger, and I prayed for the Moon Goddess to give me a second chance to correct my mistakes and reunite with my wife. I was just relieved Dad had forgiven me after I begged for his mercy. However, I still felt uneasy contemplating how to awaken Lara from her unconscious state.Suddenly my thoughts were interrupted by Savana's call. I tried to ignore her, but my phone kept ringing."Yes, Savana," I casually replied."Maybe we can be together Magnus, now that Lara is gone. I can be a good wife to you.""Shut up. Lara is still alive." I retorted, trying to be calm."So, you still hope for Lara's return? I thought you wanted her out of your life, that's why you rejected the mate bond, right?""Well yes, and that's the biggest mistake I've made in my life. Don't bother me anymore. I don't have any special relationship with you," I said candidly."But I lov
LARA "I, Alpha Magnus Grayson of the Silvercrest Pack, unequivocally terminated the mate bond with Lara Jade," Magnus declared without hesitation. His words created a profound void in my heart and shattered my soul into pieces. Nonetheless, I believed letting go of the animosity between us was necessary. So without any second thought, I spoke in response to his message. "I, Lara Jade of the Yellow Stone Pack, accepted Magnus' termination of the mate bond, thus nullifying our marital unions." Everyone was stunned into silence and in no time, a thunder roared, and a streak of lightning struck me, causing me to fall into the ground. There was a complete darkness... All I could perceive was the thumping of my heart. I desired to open my eyes, but I could not. I longed to speak, but no words could escape my lips. I tried to recall what happened but my mind refused to cooperate. I sensed a presence moving back and forth, hearing their footsteps pacing in and out. But I did not know th
MAGNUSMy heart swelled with joy when one of the medical staff exclaimed that Lara had regained consciousness. I hurried over to her because I wanted her to notice me first as she woke up."Lara, I'm glad you're now awake!" I exclaimed as I hugged her tightly.She looked around before her eyes fixed on me. "Who are you?" she asked.I pulled myself from her, taken aback by her reaction. However, the medical team informed me that her condition was still unstable so she required some rest and she had to undergo laboratories.I nodded and let them take Lara back to the Infirmary. "Thank you, Moon Goddess," I whispered, gazing directed towards the sky.Everyone returned to the banquet hall and continued the celebration. I couldn't wipe the smile off my face, overwhelmed by the happiness that enveloped me."Son, I'm glad the Moon Goddess has given you another chance," Dad remarked, patting my shoulder.Alex smiled and gave me a brief hug. "I'm happy for you, dude."Days passed, and Lara re
LARAI was shocked when Alpha Callum told me about the recent lunar incident. I was struck by a streak of lighting during the full moon, the reason why I had a memory loss. Anterograde amnesia had affected me, preventing the recollection of recent life events. Despite my efforts to remember my marriage to Alpha Magnus, the attempt only led to a throbbing headache.Alpha Callum asked me about the wedding ring, yet upon inspecting my finger, I found no trace of it, not even the red mark that Alpha Magnus had put on me. It was hard for me to believe that Magnus and I were already married. However, I trusted that my brother would not have mentioned it if it weren't true.As I delved into deep contemplation, a sudden headache ensued, so I decided to put aside those thoughts and focus solely on reminiscing about the memories within my reach.Suddenly, my phone rang. The number was not registered, so I hesitated to pick up the call. But it kept on ringing, so I decided to answer it."Hello,
MAGNUSEven though Lara had no recollection of our marriage, I continued to express gratitude to the Moon Goddess for granting me a second chance to reunite with her. While some of Lara's memories were erased, it was preferable to me than losing her entirely."Son, are you okay?" Dad asked from behind me. I didn't notice his presence as my mind was preoccupied with thoughts of Lara."I'm okay, Dad," I replied softly."Uhm, it's your birthday tomorrow. As usual, we will host a celebration at the villa, welcoming the entire Tribiano community."Thank you, Dad," I smiled."By the way, Alex informed me about the recent encounter between you and Rider Storm," Dad said seriously before releasing a deep sigh."Magnus, I know that you are gradually losing your strength and you likely understand the cause. I couldn't help but feel worried if ever you will completely lose your power. Not only your life may be in jeopardy but ours as well. The leader's downfall would also mean the downfall of the
Lara woke up slowly, her eyes adjusting to the soft glow of sunlight streaming through the window. As she blinked, she felt the warmth of someone next to her—Magnus. She turned her head and gasped softly. Could this be real? Her heart pounded in disbelief, and she pinched her cheek to make sure she wasn’t dreaming. The slight sting confirmed it. Tears welled up in her eyes, spilling over as the weight of everything sank in. They were back. It was all real.A snort of emotion escaped her, startling Magnus awake. He stirred and turned his head towards her, his brows furrowing as he took in her tear-streaked face. “Lara?” His voice was rough with sleep and confusion.Without hesitation, Lara threw her arms around him, hugging him tightly. "Magnus, we’re back," she sobbed, her voice full of both relief and joy. "It’s all over. We defeated the Queen of Darkness." She pulled back slightly, smiling through her tears as they continued to fall, each drop carrying the weight of everything they h
The battle between Lara and Thana was fierce and unrelenting. Fangs bared, the two clashed in a whirlwind of primal fury—fangs versus fangs, strength against strength. The air crackled with dark magic, but Lara's resolve remained unshaken. She was driven not only by her love for her family but by the unyielding belief that good would always triumph over evil. Her heart beat faster as she recalled the words of the Wolf Healer from her dream, telling her that the power to defeat Thana lay within her.As she dodged Thana's swift attack, Lara caught a fleeting glimpse of the wedding ring on her finger. It glittered, as if trying to speak to her. The ring, a symbol of her bond with Magnus, seemed to pulse with an energy she'd never noticed before. "Embrace the power within it." The Wolf Healer’s voice echoed in her mind.When Thana lunged again, her claws poised to strike, Lara tripped and fell hard onto the cold, rocky ground. For a moment, her breath was knocked out of her, the impact jar
Lara had spent three agonizing, sleepless nights by the side of her husband and son's lifeless bodies, refusing to leave them even for a moment. Their once-warm faces were now cold and still, yet she couldn't bring herself to believe they were truly gone. The pain was unbearable, gnawing at her soul, but her denial ran deeper. The entire town of Tribiano shared in her mourning; whispers of grief echoed through the streets, and the wolves howled in sorrow for the loss of their Alpha and his heir.But Lara would not let them be buried. Not yet. She wasn't ready to say goodbye. She sat by their side, her eyes hollow, the weight of loss pressing down on her chest. Her heart still clung to the smallest shred of hope, a whisper that perhaps this was all a nightmare she would soon wake from. The thought of moving on without them, of continuing life alone, was unimaginable.Exhaustion finally caught up with her. Her eyelids grew heavy, and despite her resistance, she fell into a deep sleep, h
Lara slowly regained consciousness, her eyelids fluttering open as a dull ache pulsed through her body. The sterile smell of antiseptic filled her nostrils, and the faint hum of machinery buzzed in the background. Her vision was blurry at first, but as her senses sharpened, she realized she was lying on a cold metal bed inside the infirmary of Tribiano. White walls and the soft glow of fluorescent lights above cast a sterile, almost haunting ambiance around her.It took several moments before the fog in her mind began to clear. She blinked, her breath quickening as fragmented memories came rushing back—flashes of Magnus, the battle, and, most of all, the dark figure of Thana taking her son's life.Her heart leaped in her chest as panic set in"Where is Magnus? I want to see him!" she rasped, her throat dry, the words barely audible. She tried to sit up, her body trembling with weakness, but a sharp pain in her ribs forced her back down. Her head spun, but her desperation overpowered th
Everything had yet to fully register in Lara’s mind. It felt as if the world had come crashing down around her. Magnus, her husband, her mate, was now lying lifeless in her lap, his body cold, his once-strong heartbeat silenced forever. The grief was overwhelming, suffocating her. How could she ever accept that he was truly gone? The love of her life, taken from her in a heartbeat. Her heart shattered, and she felt like she was sinking into a void of despair. Nothing mattered anymore.Around her, the sounds of battle raged on. Her warriors fought fiercely against Thana's minions, but the noise barely penetrated her fog of mourning. She was numb to it all, lost in the devastation of Magnus’s death. Everything else faded into the background. It was as if the world had come to a stop, except for the aching void in her heart.But even in her grief, danger loomed. Cyrus, the one who had driven the blade into Magnus’s heart, stood not far from her. Unbeknownst to Lara, he had raised his weap
With Magnus by her side, Lara felt a surge of renewed energy coursing through her veins, her strength reigniting like a wildfire. Magnus handed Lara the ancient blade. Its silver edge shimmered with a soft glow beneath the radiant moonlight. The intense battle began in a violent clash of power and fury. Magnus, with his fierce wolf instincts and unparalleled combat prowess, charged at Cyrus, the ruthless commander of Thana's dark army. Their claws met in a deadly dance of strength, each move calculated yet savage. The ground beneath them shook as they exchanged blows, their growls echoing through the forest like thunder. Cyrus, a formidable opponent, wielded dark magic in tandem with his brute strength, but Magnus’s determination was fueled by something far stronger—his love for Lara and the need to save their son. However, a troubling thought crossed Magnus's mind. What if Thana had left Ethan in the past while transporting them into the future? The idea gnawed at him, deepening hi
An hour had passed, and the moon now hung fully in the sky, its pale light casting a ghostly glow across the clearing. The silvery beams seemed sharper, more menacing, illuminating every shadow with an unsettling clarity. The air felt heavy with power, thick and charged with an unnatural energy that made the hair on Lara's arms stand on end.Thana’s minions, creatures born of darkness and ancient curses, stirred from the edges of the clearing. Their twisted forms emerged from the shadows, hunched and grotesque, their eyes gleaming with a sickly yellow light. They moved like shadows themselves, their elongated limbs barely making a sound as they gathered in a wide circle around the altar where Lara lay bound. The eerie quiet that had lingered over the clearing was shattered by their sudden, discordant noise—a grotesque symphony of guttural growls, snarls, and hisses.It was as if they were celebrating the arrival of the full moon, their voices rising in twisted, manic glee. They swayed
One hour before the moon reached its peak, the sound of the heavy door creaking open echoed through the cold chamber. The air grew thick with an ominous energy as two shadowy figures approached. Without warning, rough hands grabbed Lara, yanking her from the cold stone floor. Her heart raced as she was dragged out of the chamber, the clinking of chains around her wrists growing louder with each step. She could feel the biting cold of the iron shackles against her skin, already bruised from earlier struggles.Outside, the chilling night air hit her face, carrying with it a scent of damp earth and decaying leaves. The open space of Thana’s dwelling stretched out before her—an ancient, desolate clearing surrounded by towering black trees, their twisted branches clawing at the sky. In the center stood a large, stone altar—a wide rectangular table carved with dark runes that pulsed with malevolent energy.Lara was thrown onto the table with brutal force, her back hitting the cold stone as
Magnus and his companions stood among the lifeless bodies of Thana’s fallen minions, their breathing heavy, muscles tensed with the aftermath of battle. Blood and dirt clung to their armor, but they stood victorious—yet Magnus’s heart was far from settled. His eyes scanned the thick, twisted forest, searching desperately for the dark whirlwind that was said to be the entrance to Thana’s ominous dwelling. Time was running out, and every second spent searching was another moment Lara remained in danger.The dense forest was unnervingly silent now, only the rustle of leaves underfoot and the faint crackle of energy from the magic that still lingered in the air. Magnus’s thoughts raced as they moved through the shadowy terrain, his mind a storm of worry for Lara. Every passing second without finding her gnawed at his soul. He knew Thana was preparing to carry out her evil plan, and if they didn’t find the entrance soon, it would be too late.Suddenly, a faint gust of wind brushed past him