All Chapters of Shadows of Heart : The Awakening: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

The evening air was thick with anticipation and the mingling scents of family, friends, and packmates. Warm golden light from lanterns strung between the trees bathed the garden in a cozy glow. It was Zoe Reed’s eighteenth birthday - a milestone for any werewolf. The night of her first shift.The party was in full swing, laughter and chatter echoing against the backdrop of the woods surrounding their estate. Zoe sat on the patio steps, brushing her fingers over the smooth surface of the golden pendant her mother had just placed around her neck. The crescent-shaped locket gleamed in the soft light, feeling heavier than it should.Her mother stand before her, her eyes filled with a blend of pride and a flicker of something darker - worry, perhaps. “This pendant, Zoe, is more than just a gift. It’s a responsibility,” she said softly, her voice carrying the weight of generations past. “Our family has safeguarded it for centuries, waiting for the right moment. One day, someone will need it

The acrid scent of smoke filled Zoe’s lungs, mingling with the metallic tang of blood. Screams pierced the night, drowning out the pounding of her heart as she stumbled through the ruins of her family’s estate. Shadows moved in every direction - wolves with glowing eyes, tearing through what remained of her home.Her breath came in short, ragged gasps as she ran, her legs trembling beneath her. They were dead. Her parents, her little brother - all gone. The image of Alpha Philip, towering over her father’s broken body, burned itself into her mind. The cold satisfaction in his eyes, the smug sneer as he commanded his wolves to hunt her next - it was all too vivid, too real.“Zoe!” A voice cut through the chaos.She turned to see Dominic barreling toward her, his wolf form tearing through an Ironclaw wolf with a savage growl. He shifted mid-stride, his human form bloodied but resolute. “We have to go. Now!”“But my family..” Her voice broke.“They’re gone,” Dominic said, his tone grim bu

As Nighthaven came into view, its towering spires and sprawling grounds bathed in golden light. The castle itself seemed alive, the shimmering enchantments woven into its very stone casting a faint, comforting glow. To Zoe, it was unlike anything she had ever seen - a place steeped in both history and magic, offering the promise of sanctuary.Sara let out a sigh of relief beside her. “We made it,” she murmured, her voice a mix of exhaustion and awe.Dominic, standing tall despite the weariness etched into his features, gave Zoe a reassuring smile. “Welcome to Nighthaven,” he said, gesturing toward the massive gates. “It’s not much, but it’s home.”“Not much?” Zoe raised an eyebrow, the faintest hint of amusement breaking through her tension. “It’s a literal castle, Dominic.”He grinned. “Okay, fine. It’s a little impressive.”As they crossed the threshold into the courtyard, Zoe couldn’t help but notice the intricate carvings lining the archway - symbols of protection and power, their

The hallway leading to their quarters stretched wide and welcoming, lit with soft sconces that bathed the stone walls in a warm glow. Zoe followed Sara, Nikola, and Dominic, her steps slow with fatigue yet tinged with curiosity. The events of the day had drained her, but the promise of some privacy and comfort lured her forward.They stopped in front of a set of sturdy wooden doors, each carved with an intricate sigil of the Moon Goddess.“This is it,” said a young attendant who had guided them. “Your rooms are just through here. Everything has been prepared for your stay. If you need anything else, let us know.” With a polite nod, the attendant departed, leaving the four of them to open the doors themselves.As Zoe pushed her door open, she froze, her breath catching at the sight before her.Her room was a sanctuary. The walls were a soothing shade of cream, with soft tapestries depicting moonscapes and wolf packs under starlit skies. The bed, dressed in silken sheets and a thick down

The early morning light streamed through the windows of Nighthaven Academy, casting a soft glow across the training courtyard. Zoe couldn’t deny the flutter of excitement and nervous energy she felt as she walked toward the arena with Dominic and Nikola. After the past few days of intense physical conditioning, today marked the beginning of their first formal combat training.It was a strange feeling - knowing she was no longer just running away from danger, but actively preparing to fight back. To survive.She glanced at Dominic, his grin always just a little too mischievous for her liking. Nikola, on the other hand, walked beside them with a more serious expression, his brow furrowed as if the weight of what they were about to undertake had already settled on him.“Ready for this?” Dominic asked, nudging Zoe’s shoulder with his own.Zoe rolled her eyes, trying to look confident. “I’ve survived worse.”Dominic chuckled, the sound light and carefree. “That’s the spirit.”They reached t