KNIGHT “I’m surprised you arranged this meeting, Alpha Knight, Alpha Califf.” Victor entered the conference room at the Werewolf Council. “I apologize for inserting it into your busy schedules, but this is important.” “May I know what it’s all about?” “My mate can’t fight against Cyrius anymore.” “Why? What happened?” Concern and worry filled his eyes as he looked at Califf and me. “She saved me from dying, and the price made her vulnerable.” “I don’t understand.” “He fatally fell off the cliff and was not healing,” Califf answered. “Nirvana traded her life or something to save him, but the price she had to pay was losing her physical protection from risk.” “I hope we can keep this information just inside this room. We were just attacked by a pack loyal to Eloh. We might have eliminated them, but there’s more coming. She got wounded. She might have healed herself, but she becomes vulnerable.” “Understood. Where is she now?” “She’s staying at the compound.” I looked at Calif
KNIGHT “That’s a good idea, Lyon. But how are we supposed to do that?” Zarah huffed a breath. “Let’s get out of here.” “If you can trap as powerful as Nirvana, maybe we can trap Cyrius, too, then we’ll kill him.” “Ambrose could have done that. As long as no one can wield the dagger other than Nirvana, and you’re not willing to risk her life, then our plan won’t work. And it seemed that that was what Sophie saw of Cyrius’s future before he cursed and killed them.” “Is it possible to make a swordstaff and put the dagger at the tip so everyone can wield it?” I turned to Zarah. “It is. I know a blacksmith, but the problem is, will the dagger allow itself to be touched or attached to another weapon.” “I’m sure you can work it out, Zarah. If you can make it as strong as a shield and a portal, I believe you can make it work.” “You put so much patience in me, but not on your mate.” Her words hit me hard in the chest like a knife. I looked outside the window. “I know I’m selfish, but w
NIRVANA Despite being imprisoned in this solitary confinement, I still felt our mating bond. I could feel if Knight was pissed off or worried about something, and it just confirmed that something was wrong when Shadow came in a hurry and called Zack out of the room. “What’s going on?” I felt suddenly helpless inside. They must be talking through their pack link, but when Zack left quickly, my desperation rocked me, and my chest heaved. “Shadow, please?” She made a deep sigh before she faced me. How she looked at me, I knew something terribly went wrong back at the vineyards. “There’s been an attack at the vineyards. That’s all I know. Knight left with Califf, Zarah, and the guys.” “Then you should let me out, Shadow. I need to be there. I can help.” I stepped closer to her, but the invisible walls kicked me back when I went too close. “Shit. God, I hate magic!” “It’s not up to me, and I don’t know how to take it down.” Please?” I believed her. “Then call someone. Aira. She’s
NIRVANA Ducking down, I went to the tree and hid myself there. I briefly closed my eyes to listen to the footsteps and voices. Then, I saw an intruder creeping slowly towards me. His movements were precise, but Asina was better at stealth than him. I pulled out the dagger. Before he could shift and lung at me, I swung my arm and stabbed the fucker on his neck. His body fell on the root, bleeding profusely to his death. If there was one thing that terrified me, it was that I was too calm, taking people’s lives. I knew they were the bad guys, but it was still killing— one thing that changed me into someone or something I didn’t recognize anymore. Considering I didn’t even flinch or hesitate, it should bother me. And then he did not come alone. He was merely the scout. At least six of them were walking out of the property. How did they get in the barrier? They must have a witch working for them, or they found a way to break it. Something caught my eye that sucked me in a breath. Shi
KNIGHT Aspen and Heartley were severely injured. They lost a lot of blood and scared the fuck out of me if they would not make it. The West and North twins were healing, but one of our eldest pack members had just died. “Alpha, I got a lot of scents over here,” Tucker reported from the east. “Don’t go far and strike alone if you find the attackers. Wait for us,” I said through the pack link. “Copy that.” “Tucker just found some scents in the east.” “Alpha!” Azrel came running. “Miss Zarah said the girls will make it through.” “Thanks.” I looked at his arm. He was bleeding. “Go get that check-up before your arm falls off.” “I’m good, Alpha.” “Don’t be a pain. You’ve done your part. Watch the infirmary closely. Report back if there’s any development.” “I will, Alpha.” Azrel ran back towards the pack house. I pulled off my tie and slipped it in my pocket as we headed towards the woods. “Uncle, you don’t have to come with us. I swear to you I will bring McKaye back.” “I’m comi
NIRVANA “What the hell is going on between you and Knight?” Kailin just bombarded me in my room. Of course, no matter what, she was team Alpha Knight. The way she looked at me right now was filled with accusations and blame. Admittedly, I got too carried away with my anger. Instead of protecting his pack, he was away locking me up. Yeah, I blamed him for the attack. He should have been here with them. I should have been here for everyone. “Vana!” She shook me when I ignored answering her question. “Why don’t you ask him?” “You’re my best friend.” “And he’s your cousin and your alpha.” I arched a brow at her. “I just want to hear it from you.” I faced her. “Where’s Dane? Haven’t you seen him today?” She shook her head in annoyance. “Dane is working.” I smiled. “So, you two have mated?” “None of your business.” Her reply was defensive. At the same time, she blushed. “I don’t see his mark on your neck.” “Vana!” My smile faded. “I’m sure you know the answer. If I were here,
KNIGHT She still hated me. She did not even try to pretend or hide her anger. It hurt a lot, like my chest was always clenching, even though my ribs were already healing. My wolf was the one suffering from what I did. I gave her enough time and space she needed, but it didn’t change anything. “Nirvana did not come with you?” Califf asked as we both headed inside the council building. “I did not tell her what the meeting is all about.” “Let me guess, she’s still pissed at you.” “She hates me. It won’t change the fact that I betrayed her trust.” “You’re hurting, Knight.” “Damn right, I am. The world is on the brink of ending, and so does my marriage.” I let go of a shuddering breath. “Your bond is stronger than anything. Apologize properly, make her feel she’s wanted, and show her how much you love her. I know alpha’s pride, but sometimes, you have to swallow it for your mate’s sake. I did that many times for Shadow.” “Thanks.” We underwent an extra security check before going
KNIGHT “So? How do we find his bloodline?” The Vegas alpha shrugged. “He’s an arrogant son of a bitch.” I chuckled at Califf. “He should have not come here.” “Or maybe he will stop spreading this plague if we just turn over the dagger and Katzius’s descendant to him.” “Is that what you want, Grayson?” Califf grunted. He was still pissed for turning us down and breaking the alliances with us. “Do you think this virus will end? I don’t think so. He will rule our world, and no one will be safe and free. And you just signed your death warrant. He will control you, all of us.” “Yeah. That could work as a damage control,” Vegas Alpha agreed. “We will make a deal.” “You want to make a deal with someone like Cyrius? Are you kidding me?” I finally spoke. “Yeah, right? Because he will keep the end of the bargain.” “Maybe we should set up a meeting with him then and ask him what he wants.” “He wants to rule the underworld,” Victor said, “and if you’re willing to turn the underworld like