Charia's Pov___________________Before getting to the woods, Peter and I tried Emily's number, but her number wasn't connecting. As Peter and I ventured deeper into the woods, our hearts pounding with anticipation, Peter had already started to doubt our decision of trusting Emily, but I tried to assure him that this was fur the best and we were going to get what we were looking for.We desperately tried to reach Emily, only to find her number unreachable again. A sense of unease grew within me, a nagging doubt clawing at the edges of my consciousness. Still, hope existed as we continued to search for any sign of Ryder, my voice echoing through the trees as I called out his name. I walked around the wet leaves as I tried to find Ryder's scent. I called out his name if he could hear me. My heart filled with excitement and anxiousness to see my Ryder once more.Then, like a beacon in the night, Peter caught sight of a figure amidst the shadows. We started at ourselves first to be sure w
Melissa'sPov______As Charia and Peter went into the woods, determined to find Ryder, I remained behind, my heart heavy with worry and concern. The house felt eerily quiet without them, without Peter especially.I was scared for him, scared he was too sick to fight if anything happened.But I was scared for Charia mostly, if she found out Alpha Ryder had been cheating on her with Delphi. She was going to get mad. I didn't want anything to upset Charia, not when she was pregnant and happy. This truth would break all her defenses and I was not easy for that. However, little did I know that the shocking revelation awaiting me would surpass any fears or doubts I had previously protected.As I walked near the back of the house, I heard a faint rustling sound, catching my attention. Interest and curiosity compelled me to investigate further, my steps cautious and silent as I approached the source of the disturbance. Peering through a small gap, I gasped, my eyes widening in disbelief at
Melissa's Pov_____As the car came to a halt, my heart raced with tension and panic. I strained to listen, trying to make sense of the events. The car door jam and I guessed Emily came out of the car. Emily's voice echoed through the air, asking for the assistance of several burly men to help her with Alpha Ryder's unconscious body. Unrest and concern battled within me as I pondered the reasons behind their actions. What was their ultimate goal? And why did Emily seem so nonchalant about the situation?With caution, I slowly opened the car door, allowing myself to slip out unnoticed. The surroundings revealed a secluded location, a house nestled away from prying eyes. As I moved closer, my senses alert, I observed the men diligently carrying Alpha Ryder into the building. Different from my initial fears, it became evident that this was not a kidnapping situation. Rather, it appeared to be Emily's residence, guarded by the very men who had accompanied her.Curiosity led me to the re
Charia's Pov____Peter and I arrived home, my heart aching seriously. The truth from Ryker had shattered my world, leaving me with an ache that seemed insurmountable. To worsen ut, my sister Delphi betrayed me also. Who else was there to trust? Tears welled up in my eyes, cascading down my cheeks as I succumbed to the overwhelming sadness that destroyed me. The knowledge that Ryder, my beloved husband, might be somewhere dead, tore through my soul, leaving a hole that seemed impossible to fill.Peter, the pillar of my strength at the moment, wrapped his arms around me, offering solace in his embrace. His gentle words of reassurance echoed in my ears, urging me not to lose hope. But the ache persisted, a constant reminder of Ryder's absence. Weeks had passed since I last saw him, and the vacancy within me had grown with each passing day. The pregnancy symptoms intensified my yearning for his presence, the longing for his comforting touch, his unwavering support.I cried, my sobs ech
Ice's Pov________Zara and I returned from our vacation, eager to reunite with Charia after going for such a long time. Although Charia also went on her honeymoon vacation, we were still distant apart. As we approached the Wolfcup mansion, little did we know that our homecoming would be met with unexpected hostility and confusion. As we approached the front door, our excitement turned to bewilderment when Delphi stopped us, proclaiming her newfound authority within the house.I didn't understand what she meant by being the new Luna of the pack. It didn't make sense, the last time I remember. This was Charia's sister who was announced as the next heir to the Red Moon Pack with her mate on the mating ball.Were we in the wrong house?Confusion clouded our minds as Delphi insisted on denying us entry, claiming to be the one in charge. We couldn't comprehend her words, desperately trying to make ourselves understood. After all, we knew her as her father's favorite, but we did not know
_____________Charia and Peter returned home, their hearts heavy with worry for Melissa's whereabouts. They had ransacked the neighborhood, searching every nook and cranny, but their efforts had been in vain. Melissa seemed to have vanished without a trace, leaving them anxious and unsettled.There was no checkpoint where Melissa had ever been on an errand that they've not checked. They did not seem to find her.As they approached the house, their steps heavy with exhaustion, they noticed Ice, Zara, and little Jacob waiting outside.Both excitement and wordiness filled Charia's face. "Is that?" A smile crossed her lips as she ran over to hug Ice, holding him closely and hugging him tightly.Ice hugged her dearly too with smiles all over his face. Charia took turns hugging Zara and then Jacob. "Oh, my goodness" She gasped looking at them and tears coming from her eyes."I missed you both" she sobbed."We also miss you and that's why we are here," Ice said to her rubbing her hair softly
______Ryker and Delphi sat outside the mansion, the moon hung high in the night sky, casting a glow over the surroundings. While they spoke and the moon shone further on his skin, Ryker, no longer able to restrain his primal instincts, felt an uncontrollable rise of power through his veins. The moon's influence had taken hold of him once more, and this time, he wanted blood and flesh.Delphi stood beside him, her eyes wide with a mix of fear and disbelief. She had suspected the truth, but witnessing the transformation firsthand was a shock beyond cognition. She watched as he turned into a wild wolf, his growl harsh and scary. There was only one person she had seen this way and it was Dwight. She was overwhelmed at this sight and began to think of what was said to her by Charia yesterday.As Ryker fought to maintain control, he could see the fear etched on her face."Alpha Ryder, what is going on?" She moved away from him."Delphi," he growled, his voice strained with the struggle ag
Melissa's Pov______After a terrible round of sex with the head guard, he let me sleep and rest in his room as he went to his duty. Yesterday I wasn't able to hang around because he didn't want Emily to see me and ask where I was from and so I stayed an extra night.After I had taken a shower and gotten an hour's rest. I stood up in the middle of the night and walked toward the room I saw Alpha Ryder in earlier. Luckily for me, he was alone. I was careful to confirm his privacy before I stepped in. But I could hear the sound of showers in the bathroom and I assumed Emily was in there. I walked towards him and tapped his skin trying to wake him up. I whispered his name, but he wouldn't hear. I tapped harder looking around so I wouldn't be caught.He turned in his sleep and his eyes flashed a bit. "Yes, yes, wake up" whispered.The shower suddenly went off and I ran out of the room very carefully, leaving the door opened a bit.I cautiously peered through the crack in the door, my hea