Hope's POV:I rose to get the dessert offered by the guard, eager to taste the sweet treat he had enthusiastically announced. As I walked, I felt a sudden stumble, and before I could react, I was on the ground, surrounded by mocking laughter. Looking back, I identified the culprit – the dark-haired candidate who had extended his foot to make me fall.Getting up, a wave of anger surged through my body, and the temptation to retaliate was almost irresistible. Before I could act, the dark-haired boy mocked me, "Watch out, fool! How will you win the competition being so inattentive?" Laughter echoed, fueling my indignation.Determined to confront him, I advanced toward him. However, just as I was about to respond, a firm hand grabbed my arm. It was the mysterious boy, the one who had called me Peter earlier. He whispered in my ear, warning against the fight, explaining that it would result in disqualification.The dark-haired boy, sensing a potential altercation, taunted again, "Did you g
pov hopeI opened the door to the room, finding the mysterious boy rolling his eyes as he finished organizing his things in the closet. His discontent was evident, and I couldn't help but sense the tension in the air."Hello, folks. Looks like we'll have a lively coexistence," I commented, trying to lighten the atmosphere. The mysterious boy snorted but didn't say anything.Shortly after, two other boys entered the room. One of them, tall with dark hair, introduced himself as Simon, while the other, more laid-back, said his name was Liam. It seemed like we would probably be sharing the same room throughout the competition."This competition promises to be a unique experience, doesn't it?" Simon commented, trying to establish some kind of connection. Liam just shrugged, maintaining his challenging gaze.The mysterious boy, who hadn't introduced himself yet, intervened. "Only the winners stay. You don't need to worry too much about who your roommates will be in the future."He headed to
**Pov Hope.**The dim light of dawn streamed through the window as I woke abruptly to the shrill whistles of the guards echoing through the dormitory. I rushed to get up, barely having time to splash my face before we were instructed to form lines in the courtyard.The other boys were equally sleepy and confused, but Norman's expression was one of intense anger as he shot an accusing look in Peter's direction.The guard ordered us to form quickly, and I had barely positioned myself before he began speaking. "Last night, one of the candidates broke the rules. You will all be punished today."Norman fixed his gaze on Peter, further intensifying the tension in the air. The other boys tried to decipher who the culprit was, but uncertainty hung among us.Immediately, the guard commanded, "Fifty push-ups, now!"The boys settled into a plank position, the sun still rising on the horizon. It was five in the morning, and I could feel my muscles weak from a poorly slept night. My arms trembled
**Hope's POV**I woke up to Mia's scream echoing through the room. Sleepily, I murmured, "Let me sleep a little longer. It's still early.""Hope, it's almost nine in the morning," Mia replied, concerned."What? The competition starts at ten!" I exclaimed, looking at the clock and realizing that my alarm hadn't gone off. I hurriedly got up, changed clothes quickly, and bit into a pancake that Mia had brought for me."Aren't you going to have breakfast?" Mia asked, worried."There's no time... Norman will kill me!" I nervously replied, grabbing the bag of clothes and rushing through the hallway toward the dormitory. When I arrived, Norman was there, arms crossed, asking where I had been. The situation made me swallow hard, preparing to explain my race against time.Norman shouted, "Lies! I know Peter didn't spend the night here. I saw him leaving in the middle of the night!"Simon and Liam were surprised and asked if I had broken the rules again. Peter, who was actually me, felt embarra
**Hope's POV**The sun was high in the sky, and the heat seeped through the windows of the dormitory. After the morning's intense competition, the chief guard had granted the rest of the day off so that we could rest before the next stage. My muscles still ached, and the adrenaline from the test continued to pulse through my veins.The other boys and I returned to the room, all exhausted and eager for a well-deserved break. Peter, or rather, I, was met with curious glances and some expressions of distrust from Norman, but he didn't say anything. I decided to use the free time to retire and, perhaps, make some plans for the future.Upon entering the room, the atmosphere was calm. My roommates were lying on their beds, some napping, others talking quietly. I let myself fall onto my bed and took a deep breath. The scent in the room was a mixture of sweat and excitement, but it also carried a silent tension.Minutes dragged on, and the conversation among the other boys continued in hushed
Pov Hope.Upon arriving at the pack house, Jade found me drenched and curious. She mentioned that my father was calling for me and questioned why I was all wet. We headed to the room, where I took a quick shower and changed clothes before heading to my father's office.Upon opening the door, my father looked at me with a serious expression and asked where I had been. I opted for a half-truth, mentioning that I had gone for a walk in the forest and run with my wolf. His reaction was immediate."Hope, you know you can't leave the palace. No one can see you before the end of the competition. I'm trying to protect you from potential threats. Many people have come from afar, and we can't risk anything happening."Indignation grew within me, and I couldn't help but respond angrily. "If my mother were here, she would never allow you to keep me locked up like this!"My father sighed, trying to explain the reasons behind his actions. However, frustration persisted, creating tension between us.
Some hours laterHope's POVUpon waking up, I realized I had missed dinner, but the sense of revitalization was necessary. I changed clothes again, assuming the appearance of Peter, and headed back to the lodging.In the hallway, I crossed paths with Simon and Liam, who seemed intrigued by my absence. They asked where I had been, and inventing an excuse, I mentioned the infirmary and showed them my bandaged foot."You took your time, man. We thought you got lost or something," Simon commented, with a playful tone.Liam, with a smile on his lips, added, "The water was great. If it weren't for Simon, we would have dragged you there. You seem to be afraid of water."I let out a nervous laugh, trying to maintain the facade. "Oh, I just wasn't feeling very well. Next time, I'll definitely join you guys."They exchanged knowing glances, and I continued my way, internally thankful for having escaped that situation without raising suspicions."How's the injury on your leg?" Norman appeared be
Hope's POVThe Next DayThe blindfold lightly squeezed my eyes, and darkness was complete. The head of the guard guided me to a random point in the labyrinth, where he left me alone. As I sensed his steps fading away, a shiver ran down my spine. I was completely alone, just me and the unpredictability of the labyrinth."Hope, focus... you can do this," I repeated to myself, trying to dispel any doubts that might arise. The challenge began, and I needed to rely on my sharp wolf senses to overcome it.Closing my eyes, I immersed myself in the silence around me. The smell of damp earth, the subtle scent of wildflowers, the gentle breeze carrying the sounds of the labyrinth. My hearing became my guide, picking up the slightest sound, the slightest movement.Through smell, I distinguished the path ahead of me. The scent of flowers changed as I moved, creating a kind of olfactory map. I navigated through these subtle differences, relying on the sensitivity of my inner wolf.Every step was c
**Hope's POV:**Mia entered the room with an excited smile, saying, "Hope, everyone is waiting for you!" Jade, also smiling, confirmed that I was almost ready. Carefully, she helped put the ornaments on my head, along with the crown. As I faced my reflection in the mirror, an involuntary smile appeared on my face. Turning around, I asked, "So, how do I look?" Mia lovingly replied that I looked stunning as a bride, but my mother was still the most beautiful of all. We both laughed and agreed.Expressing my happiness for my mother's union after so many years, Mia comforted me, saying, "I can't imagine her wolf's silent suffering all these years. She did this for you, Hope!" Mia placed her hand on my shoulder, and with that, we headed to the courtyard.Upon entering the courtyard, I spotted my father and Noah. I looked to the side and saw my mother dressed as a bride. Lily whispered softly in my ear, "You're the most beautiful bride here." I smiled, eyes welling up, and offered my hand t
**Supreme Alpha's POV:**I opened my eyes slowly, feeling a faint, irritating brightness hitting my face. As I tried to move, I realized iron chains held my arms and legs immobilized. The light revealed a dark and unfamiliar environment, a cold and oppressive cell.A sinister smile emerged in the dimness as my beta, someone I had trusted for years, appeared before me. "Don't bother moving; these chains are made of pure iron. Every attempt to free yourself will burn your skin," he whispered, laughing between his teeth.Impatiently, I growled and angrily asked what he had done. "Where are Hope and Lily? Why are you doing this?" My voice echoed in the dark cell.He mockingly laughed before responding, "I thought I would get rid of that brat during the competition, but she proved herself. I tried to kill her, but now that you're weak in my hands, killing her will be easy. You were the main obstacle." He shrugged as if it were something trivial.My patience reached its limit. "Why are you
**Hope's POV:**"What are you doing, you idiot? Take me back; I want to help my dad!" I exclaimed, trying to make Noah release me."Hope, I'm following the alpha's orders. Besides, you can't do anything with your injured arm!" he said as we approached the pack's entrance. I huffed indignantly; we had already distanced ourselves enough from the confrontation, and my tantrum was pointless now.Once inside, my mother ran towards me to give me a hug, thanking Noah for bringing me back."Hope, my daughter, I was so worried. Why did you run away without telling anyone? You're the alpha's daughter; someone could have tried to kidnap you to blackmail your father. Do you not understand the danger you were in by going out alone?" my mother scolded, pulling my ear."I'm fine, Mom," I replied, uninterested, constantly looking at the gate, expecting my father to enter any moment."What's that on your arm?" my mother asked, noticing that I had torn a part of my shirt and tied it to stop the bleedin
**POV SUPREME ALPHA:**The moon shone brightly in the night sky as I stared at Logan, his body twisting and transforming into an impressive gray wolf.Logan growled, revealing his sharp fangs. "Do you think you can prevent the inevitable? The leadership of this pack will be mine."My own transformation began, energies intertwining as I rose as a majestic alpha wolf. Our eyes met, sparks of challenge and fury exchanged.The clash started with a quick exchange of attacks. Our bodies moved with agility, teeth gleaming in the moonlight. Logan was agile, but I was experienced, each move calculated to neutralize his assaults.At the height of the battle, Logan managed a surprising bite on one of my hind legs. I howled in pain, but my determination did not waver. Logan laughed, his eyes reflecting triumph."Is this the strength of the Supreme Alpha?" he taunted. "It will be easy to defeat you and take your place. Then, I can reject your daughter and expel her from the pack!"Hope shouted my
POV SUPREME ALPHA."And now? What will we do?" Lily asked desperately."She fled because I intended to force her to marry Logan. She's too stubborn!" I said, stressed."Maybe she got it from you!" Lily retorted, crossing her arms."What do you mean by that? I've been away from her for fourteen years; how could I have influenced anything?" I questioned angrily."She has your genetics. It's hard not to admit how much you two are alike. Perhaps that's why you're always arguing and fighting. No matter the problem, Hope refuses to back down. She's strong, determined, and willing to test her limits. Hope seems to be fearless! She even disguised herself as a boy to participate in the competition and show you that she could lead!" Lily said frustrated."What are you saying?" I asked, surprised. I didn't know that Hope had done that."You fool! Your daughter is constantly trying to prove that she's good enough, and all you do is try to dominate and criticize her for not being as submissive as
**Alpha's POV:**I arrived home, still feeling the tension from the situation in the forest. Lily, with her keen eyes, approached me, anxiety evident on her face."Where is Hope? Is she okay?" she inquired, concerned.Before I could answer, the door opened, and Hope entered, supporting Noah, who coughed due to smoke exposure. Lily raised an eyebrow, clearly perplexed."Why did you bring this boy back?" she questioned, with a firm tone.I took a deep breath, facing Lily. "He is Hope's fated mate. She refuses to let me kill him."Hope guided Noah to the room and requested the doctor to attend to him. Lily looked at me, confused and worried. "And now, what are we going to do?""I cannot allow my daughter to marry a lone wolf," I declared, firmness in my words. Tension hung in the air as Lily processed the decision I had already made."Logan is sure to marry the Alpha's daughter. We need to cancel this marriage. We're talking about our daughter's happiness," Lily argued, persisting in the
Pov Supreme Alpha:I slowly opened my eyes, lying in my bed with everyone around me, feeling a renewed energy flowing through my veins. The doctor, looking at me with surprise and hope, approached."Alpha, you're recovering faster than we expected. Hope's blood is working wonders in your system. However, more doses will be needed to ensure a complete recovery," he said, jotting down information on a paper.I lifted my gaze to the doctor, my body still weak but determination shining in my eyes. "Where is Hope?" I asked, my voice resonating through the room.Lily, by my side, seemed nervous. "Luke, something happened to our daughter. Hope disappeared.""How so, disappeared?" I growled in irritation, "Did she run away with some boyfriend again?" I got up from the bed, full of anger, ready to punish whoever was in front of me, but I would bring my daughter back home.Lily quickly denied. "No, Alpha. It's not that. Something happened to our daughter."At that moment, the Beta hurried into
Hope's POV:I woke up restless, the previous night still echoing in my thoughts. Uncertainty lingered, and the despair over my father's critical condition continued to haunt me. However, there was no time for hesitation. I rose determined, ready to face another day of competition.The lingering shower provided brief relief, but the tension persisted. Stepping out of the shower, clad only in a towel, I prepared to change when suddenly something was placed over my face. A cloth saturated with a strong scent hit my nostrils, and instantly, my vision began to darken.Before I could comprehend what was happening, a presence made itself felt behind me. A deep voice whispered in my ear, "Goodbye, my dear, Hope..." The cloth was over my face, and my body responded weakly to the invasive odor. The world spun around me, and consciousness faded as I succumbed to a sudden faint, the surroundings dissipating.Lily's POV:Desperation took hold of me when the beta approached with a somber expression
pov hopeThe sun had barely risen on the horizon when I was awakened by the guard chief's call for the third stage of the competition. A mixed feeling of anxiety and determination propelled me as I quickly got dressed. The third phase was crucial, and every move counted.Upon reaching the designated location, the guard chief distributed bracelets that would monitor our vitality during the challenge. The participants were strategically positioned at different points in the forest, ready to face the challenges that lay ahead.Norman, my partner, exchanged a serious look with me before we received our instructions. "Stay alert, Peter. We can't afford to lose points this time."The forest was filled with unknown challenges, and our senses were heightened as time began to run out. Thirty minutes passed, and tension hung in the air as a growl reverberated among the trees.Suddenly, emerging from the shadows of the trees, Logan appeared before us. His eyes sparkled with wild determination, a