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
LARAWe arrived at the Silvercrest Pack's villa at 7:30 in the evening. At first, I hesitated to go because I had no romantic interest in Alpha Magnus, knowing his reputation as a womanizer. I was well aware of how many women in Tribiano were attracted to him and all of them ended heartbroken.Certainly, I was drawn to him in the past, yet I tried to suppress any possible emotions to go deeper, to avoid potential heartache. I preferred to have a loyal and devoted partner but it seemed rare to find such a man these days. Perhaps Alpha Callum fitted that description, but I treated him more as a brother.Afraid to experience the same fate as my mother, I decided to exclude the term 'love' from my vocabulary. Instead, I found pleasure in flirting with men within my boundaries, limiting interactions to hugs and cheek kisses. I had never yielded to a man, opting to appreciate their companionship without romantic attachments. "Good evening Alphas. Welcome to the villa," Alpha Ulysses expres
MAGNUSLara's recollection of me was the best birthday gift I ever had. I was grateful that my birthday aligned with the new moon, symbolizing new hope and a new opportunity for me to do better and lead the packs more effectively. While I was unsure if I had fully recovered my strength, at the very least, I could rely on Lara to assist me in protecting Tribiano."Thank you for remembering me, Lara," I said as I hugged her tightly. I was so overwhelmed with genuine happiness that I moved into tears. "Moon Goddess, thank you so much," I whispered as I directed my eyes toward the moon in the sky.Lara and I shared a passionate kiss, a gesture symbolizing our intense yearning for each other. "I missed you so much Lara," I expressed tenderly."I missed you too, Magnus. But I hope you won't allow others to kiss you, or else, I might consider letting others touch me as well. I'm certain you wouldn't appreciate that, would you?"Lara's words held more weight than a mere threat, and I reali
MAGNUSMy heart was filled with deep sorrow, and the entire Tribiano community stood united with me in grief over the loss of several comrades, particularly for the untimely passing of my father. It was so hard to accept that he was no longer by my side, leaving me and the pack in a state of desolation.Alex being held captive by the enemies added to the burden of sorrow I carried within. However, I was confident that the vampires would not harm him as they used him as bait to lure me in.To lessen the agony, I chose not to extend my father's wake and opted to have him laid to rest within the villa's grounds. But though he was already buried, the pain of his departure still lingered in my mind and my heart. I vowed to avenge his death and hold all the vampires accountable for their actions."Magnus, please have your meal now. You have not taken anything for two days already," Lara conveyed her profound worry as she entered with a platter of food."Remember, the entire Tribiano is rely
LARAThe death of our comrades due to the sudden vampire assaults brought grief to the entire wolf community. Yet, the most devastating blow was the demise of the former leader of the Silvercrest Pack who happened to be Magnus' father.Alpha Ulysses passed away as a courageous hero. His selfless sacrifice for our well-being remained vivid in my memory and we truly owed him our lives. Despite my recollection of Magnus' involvement with the woman who caused my father to leave us, I couldn't find it in me to hold a grudge against him. My profound empathy for him prevailed, considering the loss of the man he considered a father and the anguish it must have caused him. Additionally, our foes took his close friend captive, intensifying the agony he was feeling deep inside.Are you okay, sis?" Alpha Callum approached me, extending his support."I'm fine, bro. I'm just worried about Magnus. I couldn't imagine how difficult it must be for him after what happened to his father.""Stay by his si
MAGNUSAs midnight approached, Lara had already fallen asleep, while I lay awake with thoughts racing through my mind. Anxious thoughts consumed me as I pondered the events that would possibly unfold during our upcoming attack on the vampires' lair.I rose and gazed out through the window, my hands tucked in my pockets. The void left by my father's absence lingered within me. I longed for his presence to offer guidance on how to lead the pack effectively. Besides, Alex was not here by my side to boost my morale, and despite Lara's presence, I hesitated to burden her further, considering she was gone from an accident.Another troubling thought was that my strength as an Alpha had not fully returned yet, due to the grave mistake I committed against Lara. She even proposed that I mark her with red to regain my formidable strength. However, this ritual could only be done during a full moon, and I couldn't delay that moment any further as my concerns were primarily focused on Alex's well-b
LARAI felt anxious as Magnus embarked towards the vampire's hideout. Despite having my brother, Alpha Callum, and numerous skilled Beta and Gamma warriors by his side, I couldn't shake off my concern for him, knowing he had not fully recovered his strength. I wished to accompany him, but he refused, deeming it too dangerous for a woman like me to partake in such a dangerous attack.I paced restlessly in the room, frequently glancing at my watch. My heart filled with anxiety for I was certain he wasn't just up against vampires but also the rogues.The intense anxiety remained as I headed to the terrace. While I was thinking about Magnus' situation, suddenly I remembered the wedding ring that vanished on my finger. It was evident someone took it while I was at the Infirmary. Another thing was the inexplicable disappearance of the red mark that Magnus put on me. I took a deep breath as questions swirled in my mind.The sun began to set, yet, there was still no sign of Magnus. The night
LARAWe had walked a significant distance, yet we still couldn't find the forest lines surrounded by the streams as directed by the wolf healer. I was almost out of breath, with my body feeling drained. However, I couldn't afford to stop, as Magnus' life was at stake. The darkness fell, and I felt the cool breeze on my skin. The chirping of birds in the forest filled the air. Alpha Callum and I continued walking, wanting to reach the location of the antidote I needed to save Magnus from the poison that was coursing through his veins.The stars illuminated our path as we journeyed, as there was no moon in sight. Despite their dimness, our keen night vision proved invaluable."Are you okay, Lara?" Alpha Callum asked with concern."I'm fine, bro. How about you?""Don't worry about me, sis. I'm accustomed to walking long distances. It's part of our training," he replied."Let's rest for a while," he suggested, as he was worried about me.We briefly stopped walking, but we sharpened our se