Mel's POVI didn't know it at the time, but that day Jaxon probably saved my life. The look in Dad's eyes promised death and knowing what I know now, he would've loved to try to kill me earlier than when he attempted to do it.I scream, driving my fist into the side of the house. Feeling some sort of relief, I channel my anger to punch more and more holes into the solid stone. "Fuck you, Dad!" I roar.How can I even allow myself to feel a single ounce of sadness for him when he never even showed me that he loved me or Moon?Alpha Roman didn't even know I existed until today.What a lovely fucking father I had."I hate you! I hate you! I hate you, you evil motherfucker!"Before I realize it, the side of the house is riddled with holes, but I can't seem to stop my destructive rampage, even though bones in my hands are most likely fractured at this point.Strong arms wrap around me, restraining me from hurting myself and ruining our home any further. "That's enough, baby girl," he murmur
Jaxon’s POVWe pull up to what looks like an abandoned building. "You sure this is the place?" I ask Melanie."This is where Ayla said it was."I simply hum.Like we can trust anything that witch says. "I know what you're thinking, but this place is consistent to what their warehouses look like," Mel murmurs.Suddenly, an Omega emerges from the house dressed in a tuxedo. His eyes widen as he recognizes me through the window.I roll it down and give him a cold stare. "Do we have a problem?" I ask, my tone dripping with indifference.He swallows hard and stammers, "Of course not, Alpha Jaxon. I just don't believe you were expected.""Last minute invitation from Alpha Carter.""Of course. May I park your car, Alpha?"The quiver in his voice bothers me, but this is the part I must play today, channeling my inner Alpha Damon.If I make him piss himself by the end of the night, I know I'm doing it correctly."You may." I get out of the driver's seat and walk around to open Mel's door. She
Jaxon's POV"I get it, man. You have a large territory. Gotta keep the sheep in their pen," Alpha Roman laughs, patting me on the back. "C'mon the meeting will start soon."He starts to lead me to the back room but stops when he notices Melanie at my side. "She cannot come back there.""What? According to who?" Mel snaps.A few Alphas appear to watch the commotion."Mel," I warn quietly. She's drawing unwanted attention to us. She's putting a target on her back.This could end badly. I know any Alpha here prefers submissive she-wolves that keep their mouths shut and stay out of their business.Melanie is the complete opposite and I still love it."Instead of just using Luna's as breeders and arm candy, why not ask for our opinions? You know, these are our packs to and-"Fuck. I know she's not going on an entire rant right now.I shove her hard into the wall, wrapping my hand firmly around her throat. Shadow flashes in my eyes, wanting to protect our female. "Melanie, shut your fucking
Mel’s POVI sit in what I assume you would call a lobby as I wait for Jaxon to re-emerge from the room. As more time goes by, I begin to grow anxious. What if Alpha Kellan is holding him hostage in there? What if he somehow figured out why we're really here? Maybe inviting Alpha Philip was a mistake. What if he betrayed us and sided with Kellan?I've tried mind-linking him a few times, but I get nothing back. Anything can happen down here, and there's no way to contact our pack for help.At this point, there's a chance we're utterly fucked.All of a sudden, Jaxon storms out of the room, his face filled with an indiscernible expression, but I can sense his panic.Something's wrong, but at least he's alive and leaving at his own will."Come on, let's go," Jaxon insists, grabbing my arm and hurrying down the hallway. I wonder what the hell is going on, but I know I can't ask him until we're safely away from here."Good luck and catch up with you soon," Kellan shouts after us, his siniste
Mel's POVAyla, Dusk, and Rubeus appear in front of us, emerging by the familiar white light. Their expressions remain stoic, and a sense of unease fills the air. It's as if they already know what's happening, but they need us to confirm it."What is it?" Ayla hisses, her voice dropping with a calm but venomous tone.Jaxon steps forward. "Alpha Kellan is coming to wipe you out," he warns firmly.Her expression remains unchanging. "Is that so?"Dusk and Rubeus try to maintain their composure as well, but I can still sense their unease. They refuse to make direct eye contact with me, keeping their gaze fixed on Jaxon."By your reaction, you knew this would happen. So, what do you plan to do about it? How are you going to protect Melanie?" he growls.With a subtle tilt of her head, she fixes her gaze on Jaxon. "I believe you already know the answer to that, Jaxon." Her words hang in the air, challenging him. "Will you fight for your mate's safety?"I can sense my own anger boiling within
Mel's POVIs the power nausea? Because that's all I'm feeling right now.I feel it, Kira whispers in my head.What? And where the hell have you been? I demand.My head has definitely been feeling a little too spacious lately.Your emotions are burying it. Concentrate and you can feel it too. It's there, waiting to be unleashed. As I close my eyes, my mind becomes empty. Suddenly, an unfamiliar power pulsates through me until it radiates through my entire being. It's both a terrifying and exhilarating sensation. It's filling me with a sense of invisibility, like I can do anything, even single-handedly defeat an entire army."I-I can feel it," I gasp, my eyes widening in astonishment.I don't miss the satisfaction on her face. "So, it's decided, you're coming with me. Dusk will lead, and Rubeus and Jaxon will stay here until the Alphas decide to reveal themselves."Jaxon snarls. "The fuck she will!""It's okay, Jaxon," I say, trying to calm him down. His eyes, a fierce combination of s
Jaxon’s POVThe warriors and recruits are gathered near the front of the packhouse. There's a mixture of fear and determination etched on their faces, but they wait eagerly for my command.My voice booms through the air, reaching the ears of each and every one of them, "I know you're all curious as to why I gathered you. The Council is under attack, and I need each of you to help defend them."Leo, the former rogue Mel saved, raises his hand. "Alpha, no offense, but why should we care what happens to the Council?" he asks in a quiet voice.I point to the giants behind me, and he shrinks back in fear. "Because if we don't, there are eleven Alphas that are prepared to burn down the world as we know it and raise chaos and evil from its ashes."He gulps. "I understand, Alpha. Thanks for not killing me for asking," he says, baring his neck.I realize they've been kept in the dark this whole time about what's really happening. So, I quickly explain everything regarding the Alphas and the Co
Jaxon's POVGroup after group is sent through until we're down to the recruits. I feel a tight knot in my stomach, thinking about anything happening to my warriors. But I know I have to stay positive, confident, and unwavering in my belief that they can do this. It's a promise I hold onto with all my heart. There's just this nagging sensation in the back of my mind that we're about to be thrown a curveball, and surprisingly, it isn't Shadow. He's tuned in on Melanie's emotions, searching for any signs of distress.Although Rubeus is focused on listening to Dusk, he looks at me when I call his name. "Melanie told me what you said a while back. Be honest with me, is Ayla's final objective to hurt her in any way?" I demand.He looks me in the eyes. "No.""Then, why tell her not to trust you?""Ayla rescued me, so I owe her my loyalty. If she asked me to do something to Melanie, I don't know if I could refuse. I haven't always been the best at that. The last time Ayla told me not to inter