~ Alister's POV~Alister was jolted awake as the car jerked to a halt, and he groggily opened his eyes to see where they currently were. Rubbing the sleep from his eyes, he glanced at the dashboard clock and let out a tired sigh. They had been on the road for what felt like an eternity—almost two whole hours—and they still had another grueling hour to go before reaching their destination, the Council.Now, when you think about werewolves, you might imagine these fierce creatures racing through the woods in their wolf form, swiftly navigating the shadows to reach their destination. But Alister wasn't like those typical werewolf alphas. No, he preferred a more modern approach. He didn't want to be the alpha who arrived at the council meeting all disheveled and naked, so he opted for a different mode of transportation—driving."HeyAlister… you're awake, we're stopping for gas," Matt said from the driver seat beside him, breaking the silence.Alister yawned and stretched his tired limbs,
~ Alister's POV~Rather than heading to the pack house where the other visiting Alphas were staying, they took a familiar route leading to Wilson's house. He knew he would always stay at Wilson's place. The man would always use the opportunity to talk with him, something he wouldn't do if he stayed at the pack house with other Alphas. The decision to go to Wilson's house also added a touch of intimacy to their reunion, creating a more relaxed and cozy atmosphere for their gathering.The council, much like any other pack, had a structured setup. There was a massive pack house that served as a dormitory for wolves with special abilities, while the elders and council members had their own private houses. This arrangement provided a place for retired alphas to reside if they chose to continue serving the werewolf community in their active years.As they walked and talked, Alister overheard Matt's next words, “ How are the kids here? “ he heard Matt ask Wilson as a young boy, appearing to
~ Alister's POV ~As Alister stepped into the expansive room, filled with Alphas from more than fifty packs across the country, all eyes turned in his direction. The sudden attention made him feel uncomfortable.He immediately spotted his gamma, Matt sitting on the other side of the long table and made his way over to join him, hoping to find some solace in familiar company."Hey, what's going on?" Alister asked, settling into the seat next to Matt."The head elder is running late," Matt informed him, his tone indicating surprise.Alister was taken aback by the news. The head elder was known for his impeccable punctuality, never failing to be on time for any gathering. The fact that he was absent today meant that something significant must have happened. Alister scanned the room, searching for another familiar face, Wilson, and he was equally surprised to find him missing as well."This is strange… the Head Elder is never late," Alister murmured, a sense of unease settling over him.
Alister's POVHumans? They were attacking humans? He thought. Why would werewolves be attacking humans, risking exposure to their world. Just how crazy were these rogues."They recently launched an attack on The Blackmoon pack not too long ago, and before that, they targeted three other packs and two human settlements…" another elder spoke, his voice filled with concern.Alister swiftly turned his head to face the man who had spoken. It was no surprise to him that the news had already reached their ears; after all, he had promptly sent them a detailed report about the incident that had happened."It seems they are on a quest and they are sweeping down packs that are standing in their way…," Alpha Reed spoke up, his tone laced with amusement as he smirked directly at Alister.Alister couldn't help but respond, defending his pack's honor, "I wouldn't describe their attack on my pack as a sweeping victory... it was a failed attempt," he stated firmly, locking eyes with Alpha Reed.Amusem
~ Alister's POV~ Alister couldn't help but feel a surge of dislike towards Alpha Reed. However, he kept his thoughts to himself and carefully chose his words. "What do you want now?" Alister asked, his voice laced with caution.Alpha Reed rolled his eyes dismissively, trying to downplay any animosity. "Contrary to what most people think, I don't actually dislike you, plus, I'm a likeable character…what is there not to lie," Reed stated, spreading his arms.Inwardly, Alister scoffed at the notion. Well I dislike you, Alister thought.He definitely did not share the same sentiment towards Alpha Reed, although he decided to keep that to himself. "Okay, good to know. Now, can you please move out of my way?" Alister fired back, his tone firm and unwavering.Alister observed a change in Alpha Reed's expression, transitioning from a natural state to one of anger. However, in the blink of an eye, it vanished, as if it had never been there in the first place. The sudden shift left Alister sur
~ Luciana's POV ~Luciana let out a weary sigh as she ended the call with Alister. She gazed out of the kitchen window, watching as Keita joyfully ran around the backyard, his laughter filling the air. How long would he be able to keep that innocent smile on his face? Would they be able to protect him when the council discovered his abilities? Because that was exactly what Alister was about to do. Another sigh escaped Luciana's lips as she picked up the bowl of fruit and made her way out of the kitchen to join Keita and Ophelia in the backyard. Ophelia glanced up, offering a sympathetic smile to her as Luciana approached."How are you holding up?" Ophelia inquired, concern evident in her voice.Luciana shook her head, her expression reflecting worry. "I'm trying my best to stay strong and not give in to panic," she admitted.Ever since they had learned the previous day about Keita's special ability to manipulate and control people's minds, Luciana had been consumed by anxiety and
~ Luciana’s POV~Omar's face lit up with a small, shy smile. Luciana could tell that he appreciated her understanding and support."Okay," Omar mumbled softly, his voice filled with a mix of anticipation and determination.In that moment, Luciana felt a deep connection with Omar. They shared a secret plan, and she was determined to make Keita's birthday surprise a success. Together, they would create a joyful memory, celebrating the bond they all shared as a family.Just then, Keita bounded up the stairs, his eyes lighting up at the sight of the apples in the bowl. Without hesitation, he reached for another apple, eager to take a bite. However, instead of returning to his playful adventures in the backyard, Keita had a different plan in mind. He took a bite from the apple and then extended his hand towards Omar, offering him the remaining piece.But Omar shook his head, his expression clearly showing his dislike for the apple. He firmly stated, "No, I don't like red apples."This res
~ Elijah's POV~The baking festival was happening just as planned, and Elijah wished with all his heart that everything would go smoothly and peacefully. Many more members of the pack were present and actively participating in the exciting event. Suddenly, he heard the sweet sound of his mother's laughter and eagerly turned his head to acknowledge her. As she stood there, wearing her apron, she returned his friendly wave, radiating a warm smile that melted his worries away.Ophelia, his mother, was the kind of person who wouldn't miss a baking show for anything in the world, and Elijah couldn't help but feel grateful that she was at the festival and had come out to support them.Ever since Alister had left for the council meeting, it felt as if the whole pack had fallen into a state of panic and confined themselves indoors. Elijah secretly hoped that more pack members would overcome their fears and join in the fest.Just as he was lost in his thoughts, a familiar voice called out to