Alpha Nathan is prudent; he drove me to the boundary, then stopped. He looked at me with some sympathy. "Please live well."
I smiled involuntarily when I heard his warm voice; I nodded confidently. "That's for sure."
A cold wind blew over me as I stepped down, making me shiver.
"You're Erza, aren't you?" On the other side of the boundary, a man slowly approached.
I hide my fear by not looking him in the eye, and I nod. "Um."
“Please step over here and come with me. Alpha doesn't like to wait, so please hurry up." The man said.
“Alpha waiting for me?” I asked suspiciously. But the other man didn't care about my question; he just needed one hand to grab me up and throw me into the car with a force that was not light.
I swallowed, said. “My suitcase still hasn't been taken...”
“Alpha doesn't like any of the other packs appearing here. We will provide everything you need to come to the Black Moon center.” The man coldly replied.
I silently and tacitly agreed; I have no regrets about those clothes because none of them belong to me; it's all Erina giving them to me when she didn't need them.
The man's driving speed was fast and steady; I watched the moving scene outside the window and couldn't help but be amazed; this was the first time I saw the other world after so many years in my pack.
After an hour or so, the car stopped. Max got out and opened the car door for me. I accidentally learned his name through a note on the chair. But Max is a tranquil and cold person; along the way, when I'm curious, I ask him, but he keeps silent or answers curtly.
I wonder if the people in Black Moon are all that scary, it's even more complicated when I get ridiculed by my pack members.
"Get out," Max said. “Alpha is waiting for you inside the mansion.”
I stared blankly at the magnificent mansion in front of me. It's dark black and more extensive than I imagined, I whispered. “Is this where Alpha lives?”
Werewolf's hearing is sharp; II guess my breath Max can hear too, and now he answers. “This is our Alpha's private home. He's waiting for you upstairs, and I'm not allowed in, so you have to go by yourself."
I don't want to admit it, but now that my legs are soft, I try to stand up straight to hide my anxiety. "Okay."
While I was worried about meeting Alpha Ryan, then, from a distance, a woman rushed over lightning fast and kicked me in the stomach.
I froze; I couldn't dodge and ate the kick. I staggered and fell, clutching my stomach and groaning a few times.
The next instant, I saw the contempt and disappointment in her eyes, and she sighed and turned to see Max, then lamenting. "Too bad!"
Max raised an eyebrow, pulling me to my feet, but he used so much force that my arm was about to come loose.
"She just arrived, don't overdo it." Max reminded. "Evelyn, this is the person Alpha is pointing at, don't be stupid enough to hurt her."
I winced because my arm was being lifted, and he was also injuring me.
Evelyn laughed and looked into my wrinkled face. "If you don't let her go, she won't go to meet our Alpha."
Only then did Max notice and drop me to the ground. I wobbled a little before I could stand.
Max frowned at Evelyn. “Alpha asked you to come to take her inside?”
Evelyn lifted her chin arrogantly. "How? Are you jealous of me?” Then she laughed with satisfaction. "It's okay to be jealous because only I can go inside to meet Alpha directly, and you can't."
I feel the cold air radiating around Max right now.
"I can't believe you couldn't dodge one of my kicks." Evelyn looked at me curiously. “How do you practice every day? Your body is not toned at all.”
Evelyn pouted and squeezed my arm.
I said shyly. "I don't practice."
"What?" Evelyn almost screamed.
Max also frowned at me. “Why not practice? Are all your pack's werewolves that lazy?"
I shook my head, wanting to explain to them that I didn't have a wolf, so that I couldn't practice. But as if something had happened, Evelyn made a severe face and spoke to me. “Follow me; Alpha wants to see you right now.”
No doubt, Alpha Ryan had probably communicated with them and ordered them to take me to him.
Evelyn was in a hurry; she strode so fast that I had difficulty chasing her. After a while, she seemed to have realized my speed couldn't keep up with hers, then stopped. But before I could rejoice, she grabbed my collar and ran forward. She led me across two corridors in front of a room at the end of the hall. I guess that while standing in this room, Alpha Ryan saw the whole scene we were in the courtyard earlier.
Evelyn laid me down gently, not roughly like Max. But what surprised me the most was that the werewolves in Black Moon were all that strong. As far as I know, Erina is also a solid female wolf in our pack, but she won't be able to do it like Evelyn.
“Come in; Alpha is waiting for you, and remember not to be rude to him.” Evelyn reminded her, then darted out the window and landed softly in the yard.
I nervously straightened my hair and clothes, cautiously raised my hand, and knocked on the door. But before my hand could touch the door, the door opened, and facing me was a pair of deep black eyes.
“Ah…” I whispered and took a step back.
The man's strong arms pulled me back, and I fell into his hard chest. Only then did I find out that he was wearing only a pair of canvas pants and was topless. He didn't talk and just buried his head in my neck and inhaled like he was smelling my scent. And now I was so scared that my arms and legs froze.
"It's you." The man's warm voice echoed in the darkness; for some reason, I felt my nerves relax a little when I heard that voice.
“Alpha Ryan…” I called out to him with difficulty.
Ryan raised his head and waited patiently for me to continue.
“Can you let go of me first?” I whispered; I was afraid that after this sentence, he would bite my neck, as Erina said.
But no, Ryan left me; in the dark, I couldn't see what he looked like; I just had a glimpse that he was very handsome. I fell in love with that beauty when I didn't know it until his voice rang; I was startled out of my thoughts.
"Welcome here, my mate," Ryan said softly and smiled.
I'm stunned; Ryan's mate? Is there any mistake here? He and I haven't even met; this is the first time.
Ryan is increasingly pressing on me. In the dark, I can still clearly feel his fiery eyes never leaving me.Suddenly Ryan pressed me against the wall, his hands on either side to stop me from moving, forcing me to face him.His hot breath brushed against my neck as he spoke. "Look at me, I don't like my mate hiding, and she's a coward."“Alpha Ryan, I think you are mistaken.” I opened my mouth with difficulty; I heard my voice trembling. "I'm not your mate; we don't match."Ryan doesn't answer me quickly, his brow furrowed with interest. “How do you know I'm joking? Are you too cynical?”For some reason, maybe I'm sensitive, but after I heard that statement, I felt very uncomfortable. Just a few days ago, Gray just tricked me and made fun of everyone. Then today, Ryan continues to joke with me; he sees me as a stupid girl. And it seems that everywhere I see the same people, they constantly see me as their toy.But I have my dignity and pride. I didn't know where to get my courage; I r
Ryan POV I dived to hug Erza in my heart; she lost consciousness leaning her body against mine. The first time I came in contact with a female wolf at this close range, she was so soft that the wolf inside me growled passionately. But that's not my concern right now, I know Erza has inhaled many toxic fumes, and my mate will probably die from it. Thinking that the wolf inside me got angry, and it roared. “Stupid, why design these stupid things in your own house?” I am equally angry; I also want to ask my father, who has made secret rooms and traps all over the house. That's why I don't allow anyone to come in here, either because I don't like other people invading my privacy or I don't want them to die. Behind me, I heard pounding footsteps, and Evelyn looked at me in shock. “Alpha, what happened to her?” I regained my composure and ordered Evelyn. "Don't ask anymore; call the doctor quickly." I know that in times like these, the first thing I need is calm; that's what I've been t
I stood by and watched the doctor's every move. I want to make sure he won't hurt my mate. At dusk, the sky outside was dark. It's been six hours, and Erza still hasn't woken up, and I frantically paced back and forth, looking at her lifeless face. As I became increasingly impatient, I glared at the doctor, making him shiver. With Evelyn's reminder, I knew I was unintentionally putting pressure on the doctor, so I voluntarily went out. At the door, I ran into Max. Rarely do I see another glint of emotion in his eyes. There was something doubtful and hesitating as if he wanted to say something. Finally, Max still couldn't help but tell me. "Alpha, she's not fit to be Luna. She doesn't have a wolf and will be strongly opposed by everyone." "Now I can't even find my mate? I need to consult others about choosing Luna?" I narrow my eyes to reveal a dangerous look, to prove that I am willing to fight to protect my mate. "But Alpha, she's..." Max stepped forward, trying to make it clea
Erza POV I have had a long sleep since I arrived at the new pack. I had a strange dream; I met close people I hadn't seen in a long time, like my parents. They stood in the distance, looking at me in warrior clothes. There was still some blood on my mother's body; I don't know if it was her or the enemy's blood. For many years lived in the ridicule and contempt of others. I heard my mother's voice of comfort and recognition. I listened to her sobbing, blaming herself for not being able to take good care of me. She also doesn't want me to become a famous hero; She hopes I can grow up happy and healthy. But it seemed that even that simple wish of my mother could not be fulfilled. Even though I never wanted to, trouble kept coming to me. It messed up my life like a bunch of cotton candy. After a while, my mother's voice and the image blurred in my vision, I tried to chase her, but she disappeared into the night. I called her name and went to find her. Through a very long road, I almos
While I was fighting intensely, I heard Ryan's sarcastic tone again. "Think carefully before you leave here." Ryan paused for a moment and then continued with obvious joking implication. "Smart people should be aware of the seriousness of the problem, right?""I'm not going anymore," I growled small. After that fight, my brain won. Because it or I know well, life is more important than face.Ryan smiled, satisfied. "As expected, you are still a smart person. Now go to sleep."I stood there indifferently; Ryan didn't like my slowness; his displeasure was evident on his face.But Ryan didn't rush or complain; he patiently waited for me in bed.It wasn't until I lay on the bed that Ryan lay down beside me. He doesn't touch me, just whispers. "Don't waste time thinking nonsense. Or spend time and mind facing what happens the following days.""What can I do?" I asked again immediately.Ryan half-closed his eyes. "Performing the initiation ceremony, you become part of the pack."An uneasine
I walk in front of Ryan's yard for the next few days. And that was with his permission, and Evelyn led the way. Otherwise, I have to stay in my bedroom 24 hours a day under extreme boredom. I was initially upset, thinking that Ryan had left Evelyn behind to supervise me, but I later learned that he was only concerned with my safety. Although his caring way is a bit possessive, it comes from the heart, so I don't get annoyed anymore.Ryan is not often at home. I heard Evelyn say he was preparing to attack some pack in the West. I don't like war, but I can't intervene or advise Ryan. It was as if I was misusing authority and could be sentenced to death.Through Evelyn, I know some more information for me is needed next.When I recover a little, the harsh training will officially begin. And I only have two weeks to prepare. But the rules and things related to the initiation ceremony she did not reveal, only said when the trainer would tell me.A few days later, the wound on my body was c
I calmed my breathing a bit and then asked. "Can you tell me more about this contest?" I asked stupidly. I had never heard of any initiation ceremony before, nor had anyone told me how to pass it.Evelyn picked up a dry branch and scribbled it on the ground to form a mountain peak. "This is Moon Mountain, considered the holy place of Black Moon. Each new member must go to the top of the mountain to receive the moon goddess's blessing and a seal. But the survey is not simple. The mountain is divided into three, clearly divided. The first part will be vertical slopes, testing the speed and endurance of werewolves. In the second part, testing strength and agility, traps and other wolves will be everywhere; they are all carefully selected. The third part is the test of intelligence, pass and you will reach the top of the mountain. Everyone will gather there waiting for you. Alpha will be the one to carve your mark."I listened attentively, sometimes looking up at the giant mountain in the
Those words of Ryan involuntarily gave me a boost. Ignite the fire in me intensely. He was the first to tell me I wasn't different and taught me how to shine.I speak from the bottom of my heart. "Thank you very much."Ryan narrowed his eyes, and his eyes curved into the shape of a crescent moon after a while. I was drawn to his eyes; I saw him when he smiled so gently. "You don't sound like a rumor at all."Ryan's smile faded, and he looked at me seriously. "You are wrong. Those rumors are true. Only because you are my chosen mate makes any difference. There are no other exceptions. The better you think for me, the more disappointed you will be when you know more about me later."I blinked my eyes. "But for me, you're pretty good." I have been looked down upon and bullied since I was a child. Ryan is one of the rare people who treat me with sincerity, even though it also stems from his misperception. One day if he realizes I'm not his destiny, I'll be kicked out of the pack. But that