Slowly, she started with the dancing fog and how this was its source, then relayed how she followed it and helped lessen the wounds. She observed his face the whole time she spoke, certain that no man could ever hold up a mask in front of his victim for so long.“How did you get here so fast?” she asked once she was done.“The animals were a dead giveaway. Literally.”His mouth thinned. A second later, she jerked in a defensive position, then blinked when it became clear that he wasn’t attacking. Instead, Angelo had slashed his wrist and was trickling even more blood over the Fae’s wounds. A whimper of delirium glided from Mino’s lips before his dull gold eyes locked with Angelo’s.“Thank you.”The raw interaction made something click. Just like that, she knew within her very bones that Angelo wasn’t the culprit.“You are welcome.” As if sensing her stunned stare, Angelo glanced at her. “My cousin is a half-Fae. I know enough about them and can feel if they are evil. Our clan helps an

“I could have handled that, you know.”“I know. But you phoned us in,” Isabella mused, smiling serenely at her sister. “Naturally, I had to bring in reinforcements.”Another figure stepped in, circling the hunched bear. Billy grinned. “There’s no way I will leave my mate to check out all the drama. She might end up slashing the bad guy to pieces.”“That’s an exaggeration, Billy honey.”“Sometimes.” Then Billy turned serious, coldness replacing the charming warmth. “Is everyone good?”“Yes,” Isabella replied.“No,” Luke said at the same time. “Guard him. Don’t let him out of your sight. I have to go get….”Energy resurged and the forest opened up, the branches he was hacking on no longer growing. His eyes widened. Then Luke was throwing himself inside and running before he could land, eyes scanning everywhere for any sign of life. In his haste, he didn’t check ahead until he was slamming into a solid wall of steel—except this one moved and was pushed back by the force of their clash.“

Chapter 2The choice was hers, but the consequences could be dire. Cassie knew that whatever she decided, her life would never be the same. But she also knew that she couldn't let the fear of rejection control her forever. She had to take a chance at love and trust that everything would work out in the end.With a deep breath, Cassie made her decision. She would trust Blake, and they would face whatever challenges lay ahead together.As Cassie and Blake's relationship grew stronger, Cassie couldn't help but feel like she had finally found her true soulmate. But as much as she loved Blake, she couldn't shake the feeling that there was something he was keeping from her.One night, as they sat by the fire in Blake's cabin, Cassie finally mustered up the courage to confront him about his past. Blake hesitated for a moment before finally confessing that he had once been a part of a dangerous pack that had been responsible for several attacks on innocent humans.Cassie was shocked. S

As the full moon rose over Clearwater, Maya and Blake found themselves alone together in the forest. They looked at each other for a long moment, their eyes filled with emotion and longing.And then, without a word, they surrendered to the intense attraction that had been simmering between them for so long. They came together in a powerful embrace, their bodies and souls united as one.As they lay together in the moonlit forest, Maya knew that she had found her true mate in Blake. Together as alpha and mate, Maya and Blake led their pack into a new era of strength, unity, and love. They knew that their journey together had just begun, and they were excited to see where it would take them next.The pack of Clearwater continued to thrive under the leadership of Maya and Blake. Their bond grew stronger with each passing day, and their love for one another only deepened.As the months turned into years, the pack grew in numbers and strength. They expanded their territory, hunting gr

The battle raged on, with both sides taking heavy losses. But in the end, it was Maya and her pack who emerged victorious. The new pack was scattered and defeated, and Maya knew that they would not pose a threat to the region again.As they made their way back to Clearwater, Maya felt a sense of pride and accomplishment. She had overcome rejection and had grown into a strong and capable leader, one who was willing to do whatever it took to protect her pack and the region.Once they returned to Clearwater, Maya's pack held a celebratory feast in honour of their victory. Maya couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude and pride towards her pack, who had fought so bravely by her side.As the night wore on, Maya found herself in a quiet corner of the clearing, lost in thought. She couldn't help but think back to the rejection she had experienced from Mason so many years ago, and how it had led her down the path to becoming alpha.But now, as she looked around at her pack, and at Lun