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StaceyMy heart pounded in my chest as I pushed myself through the dense bushes, my breath coming in sharp gasps. My skin was slick with sweat, and every muscle in my body burned with exhaustion. Finally, I collapsed behind a sturdy oak tree, my stomach churning from the intense exertion. Through the woods, I could hear Taylor struggling to catch his breath, his lungs heaving as he too, doubled over in fatigue. The whole world seemed to spin around me as I fought for air, my senses overwhelmed by the smell of earth and sweat and the sound of our ragged breathing.The sun beat down on my skin as I scanned the trees, searching for any signs of danger or intrusion. The leaves rustled gently in the breeze, casting shifting dapples of light on the forest floor. In the distance, I could see the other pack members going about their duties, their forms blurred by the heat haze. The rough bark of the tree dug into my back as I leaned against it, and I could feel the sweat dripping down my foreh
StaceyMy breath comes in ragged gasps as I swallow, my eyes still wide and frantic as they scan the outside world. I quickly stuff the photo into my leggings pocket, crumpling it up to hide it from sight. Gretchen’s tongue licks at my neck, her barking now ceased since we are outside. “Why were you screaming?” Aurora questions, her expression turning serious as she notices the house behind me. “Did something happen?” I shake my head, my feet pounding down the steps by the driveway as we make our way onto the street. The sound of passing cars and distant conversations fill my ears, but all I can focus on is the picture burning a hole in my thigh.As we approach Aurora’s car, its engine is still running and the sound of it fills the air. Caleb is sitting in the front seat, giving me a small wave as I glance back at my friend. She walks beside me as I carry my bag to the car, her steps matching mine until we reach our destination. With a gentle hand, she places my bag in the boot before
StaceyJaden’s insatiable gaze devours me as he approaches. In his presence, reality crashes in and the weight of Felicity’s impending return weighs heavily on my mind. He notices my troubled expression and asks what’s wrong. Without a word, I head over to my desk, hastily retrieving the crumpled picture and placing it into his outstretched hands. His heart audibly thuds as he reads the words that have been haunting me all day. The room suddenly feels smaller, suffocating even, as we both struggle to comprehend the gravity of the situation presented before us.“It seems you didn’t heed my warning. Now you will learn what it means to cross me. Check mate,”My throat tightens as I watch his eyes transform into blazing amber, his wolf pushing to the surface. “Why didn’t you tell me about this?” he growls, his anger radiating off of him in waves. “I-I’m sorry,” I stammer, feeling small and insignificant under his intense gaze. “I was still trying to process everything...how could I have t
JadenAs I stormed out of the pack house the next morning, my claws scraped against the wooden floor, leaving deep marks. The scent of anger and frustration wafted off me, causing those who crossed my path to shrink back. How could Felicity have infiltrated our pack? The thought burned in my mind like a hot coal. She must be somewhere nearby, but where? And how are we supposed to plan and strategize without her knowing our every move? It seems like an impossible task.When Stacey revealed the note, she found in her room at her parents’ house. A surge of rage and fear coursed through me. How could someone have breached the security measures I had put in place? Without hesitation, I ordered Taylor to interrogate every single member of Stacey’s security team. My mind raced as I frantically tried to figure out how to keep her safe. The only solace I had was knowing my sister Aurora, with her ability to create impenetrable shields. She would protect her from harm until I could reach her, n
Jaden 1 year ago This evening marked the full moon. I had been seeing my petite pumpkin for 3 and a half weeks now. The moment she saw me, she had dug her claws in so deep I didn’t see anyone else but her. I’m fucking glad too. She is cute as a kitten and a wildcat in bed. A deadly combination, if you ask me. She was a girl who knew what she wanted and didn’t hesitate to take charge. It surprised me how much I fucking liked that. As an alpha I’m always in control. We walked with my arm slung over one shoulder, a cigarette in the other through the woods behind my house, waiting for the moon to reach its peak. Only then would it reveal if we were mates. It didn’t bother me. She was mine, regardless of what the moon goddess thought. Better actually, if she wasn’t my fated, my cold dead heart only beat for her. I choose her. That meant something to me. Despite the number of times I had reassured her, it didn’t matter what happened tonight. I could tell she was nervous though. She was
Jaden 1 year Later. I drummed my pen on the hardwood desk, counting the minutes as I avidly waited for my beta Hunter Attree and my gamma Paxton Ash to return; confirming that my plans were finally completed. This had been a project I had been looking forward to for the last year. The Luna games. It would be a series of trials to show the world that fate was in our hands. I had selected 6 women who I believed could be my luna. Including my fated mate. She, like everyone else, would have to compete to be by my side. Just because she was destined for me meant fuck all. She would have zero advantages. The timing was perfect as not only had I found my fated mate, but I was certain that another she wolf in my pack had too. I lit my cigarette smoking in the shadowy room of my father’s office … my office as I swivelled the leather chair to face the window; the wheels scraping against the hardwood floors. I had never cared for the mate bond. Even less so since last year. My parents wer
JadenWe head to the back of my office that leads to a secret staircase my father had installed. Lifting the trap door underneath the frayed carpet by the bookshelf. The hinge clangs as we pull it open. The stagnant air makes my nose itch as dust particles scatter before we each climb down the ladder. Underneath the pack exists an intricate network of hundreds of subterranean tunnels. These tunnels were crucial to my plan, not only to bring the contenders for my queen, but for my guests to observe without disturbing my pack. I had ordered an arena and spectator area to be constructed for the luna games. It needed to be spacious enough to accommodate all six of them to compete, but also have a viewing deck for everyone else to observe. I wanted to know everything about these women. Their strengths and weaknesses. The games would begin the second they arrived here. We would monitor each of them day and night. Nothing could occur without my knowledge.We take a couple of minutes to reac
Jaden Approaching the first steel door, I notice the first girl inside, slender with bright blue eyes and icy blond hair. She’s not my normal type at all and until I watched her fighting in her training session at her pack, I would have dismissed her completely. Seeing her run rings around a male wolf three times her size as she glided about effortlessly. She took him down in three moves or fewer. She is vicious, and I was impressed. This girl has some incredible fighting skills.Hayley is from the Nightfire pack. I watch through the small square glass as she sits on the cold cement floor, her legs tucked up to her chest as her hands ball into fists before being released and clenching repeatedly. I know she knows I’m watching from the subtle tilt of her head towards the door. A light sheen of sweat glazes her pale skin from the humidity. All the women are unmated, I made sure of it.Hayley is my silent assassin. Her frosty appearance hides that fire that burns inside of her. She has