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ArianaLeaving the crowd, I encountered a man. Although his skin had darkened significantly, I recognized his face at a glance. He stood before Lucas and me, causing me to involuntarily halt my steps. I don't want to meet him with Lucas at this time."Ariana, it's been a long time," the man said. He smiled, his tone carrying a hint of sadness. "You've grown beautifully confident. I almost didn't recognize you. And congratulations."Familiar yet unfamiliar, Rennes, the person I used to have a secret crush on. He was the son of a friend of my father. In our childhood, we used to play together. Back then, I thought we'd always be together. But later, I found out he had slept with my sister, and my innocent crush came to an abrupt end."Thank you, Rennes. When did you come back?" I looked at him calmly, and the sense of distance in my tone stunned him for a moment."About two years ago. I heard recently that you got married to…""Ariana, who is he?" Lucas interrupted our conversation, st
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Ariana’s POVThe next morning, I groggily opened my eyes, the soft rays of sunlight filtering through the curtains casting a warm glow on the room. Beside me, Lucas, my beloved, stirred awake. We exchanged sleepy smiles, reveling in the intimacy of our shared morning. But that serene moment was shattered as I noticed my parents standing at the bedroom door, their expressions oddly peculiar.My heart raced, and embarrassment washed over me like a tidal wave. I quickly pulled the sheets closer to my body, feeling my cheeks flush with heat. I exchanged a swift, alarmed glance with my partner, who, unlike me, seemed rather unfazed by the intrusion.My father, a man of few words but a formidable presence, cleared his throat, breaking the awkward silence that hung in the room. "I see you two are finally awake," he said, his tone stern yet tinged with amusement. I wished the floor would swallow me whole.My mother, sensing the tension, coughed lightly and gave my father an encouraging pat on
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Ariana’s POVAfter the somewhat embarrassing breakfast encounter with my parents, we had all gathered my father’s study.The morning sunlight streamed through the study's window, casting a warm, golden glow on the room. My father had a solemn expression on his face, and my heart clenched with anticipation as he reached for a small, ornate box placed on the antique desk.With a deep breath, my father opened the box, revealing a breathtaking sight—the Silvermoon Clan Alpha's insignia. It was a piece of remarkable craftsmanship, made of pure silver, intricately designed to showcase the clan's symbol—the moon, with every detail etched with precision and care. The insignia held immense significance within our clan, a symbol of honor, authority, and responsibility.My father looked at me with a mixture of sadness and guilt in his eyes. He had always been a man of few words, and the weight of his emotions seemed to press on his chest. "My dear," he began, his voice trembling slightly, "this
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Ariana’s POVReturning to the Silver Moon Clan with Elara felt like a dream come true. The journey had been filled with anticipation and a lingering fear of rejection, but as we stepped into the clan's territory, I couldn't help but feel a sense of belonging and hope.My parents, who had been anxiously waiting for our return, rushed towards us. Their faces lit up with joy, and they embraced us with open arms. My father, a man of few words but a heart filled with love, held Elara in his arms, his eyes brimming with tears. He lovingly stroked her hair, a gesture that melted my heart."My precious granddaughter," my father said, his voice choked with emotion. "Welcome to Silver Moon Clan, dear."Elara always full of energy and innocence, giggled and hugged my father tightly. "Grandpa!" she exclaimed happily, her tiny arms wrapped around his neck. It was a heartwarming and amusing scene, one that brought tears of joy to my eyes.My mother, standing beside my father, couldn't contain her e
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Ariana’s POVLucas's eyes softened as he tried to explain. "The Black Moon Clan is a very dangerous place, and we need to keep you safe. Your mom and I will do everything we can to find the antidote and come back to you. I promise."Elara wasn't convinced. She looked at me, her eyes pleading. "Mommy, can I please go with you?"I knelt down beside her, brushing a strand of her hair away from her face. "Sweetheart," I said softly, "I wish you could come with us, but it's too risky. We don't want anything to happen to you."She looked down, her disappointment palpable. Lucas, not one to give up easily, extended his pinky finger towards her. "How about this?" he suggested with a warm smile. "We make a pinky promise that I'll come back for you, and we'll have a big adventure together."Elara's eyes lit up at the idea of a pinky promise. She wrapped her tiny finger around Lucas's, sealing the pact. "Okay," she said with a small smile, "but you have to come back, okay?"He nodded solemnly. "
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LucasShe managed a weak smile, her gratitude evident in her eyes. "Thank you," she said softly.Curiosity sparked within her, and she tilted her head, looking at me intently. "Tell me about your wolf," she requested. "What's its personality like?"I chuckled at the question, finding it amusing that she was curious about my wolf's personality. "Well," I began, "my wolf is a bit of a mystery. It's not easy to pin down. It's like a rebellious teenager, always doing its own thing."As I spoke, I couldn't help but feel a shift within me. The wolf within me seemed to stir, as if it had been listening to our conversation. It had a mischievous streak, and at this moment, it couldn't resist making itself known.Suddenly, the wolf within me surged forward, taking control of my body for a brief moment. My eyes glowed with an otherworldly light, and a mischievous grin spread across my face. "Why are you talking about me like I'm not here?" the wolf demanded, its voice filled with playfulness and
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Ariana’s POVThe wind howled through the narrow alleyways of the Black Moon Clan's hidden village as I clung to the arm of Lucas. We were both disguised as an ordinary couple, our faces concealed by cloaks and hoods, our steps cautious and calculated. The Black Moon Clan was a place shrouded in darkness, a stark contrast to the shimmering beauty of the Silver Moon Clan where we had grown up.The uneasy atmosphere weighed heavily on my heart as we crept past guard posts, our hearts pounding with each step. The key to our infiltration was Beta Marcus, with connections to a peasant couple within the Black Moon Clan. He had provided us with the information and identities we needed to enter unnoticed.Our destination was a vacant house, one where we would assume the roles of the peasant couple Marcus had arranged for us. We had to be convincing, for any slip-up could lead to our discovery and capture. The stakes were high, but we had no choice. My sister, Seraphina, was somewhere within th
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Ariana’s POVThe woman's voice dropped to a conspiratorial whisper. "The alchemist betrayed us. The potion he created was not what he promised. It brought chaos and destruction upon our clan. Many wolves were afflicted by a terrible curse, and the Alpha was gravely injured. It was during this crisis that the Alpha began wearing a mask."My heart sank as I connected the dots. "So, the Alpha's mask is related to the curse caused by the alchemist's potion?"The woman nodded solemnly. "Yes, dear. It was a symbol of the Alpha's shame and the reminder of our clan's darkest hour. But something else changed within the Alpha. They became intelligent, decisive, ruthless even. It was as if a new personality had taken over."The revelation sent shivers down my spine. A masked Alpha with a hidden agenda, a clan transformed by a disastrous potion, and a leader who had undergone a mysterious personality change—it was all too much to process."Why hasn't anyone in the Black Moon Clan questioned this
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