Adan When everyone was seated, I took a moment to tell them what had happened at the Snow Warrior Pack, and everyone gasped. “You have a right to know.” I sighed. “The Blood Moon is tomorrow, and the preparations can’t wait. Men, lock up your daughters, wives, and Mates. As you all know, every unmated wolf will be in heat during the three days of the Blood Moon. It’s our Mating Ritual and those eligible are free to indulge, but I don’t want there to be any mistakes. During the Blood Moon, wolves are delirious with want and need and will take any unmated wolf they see, so protect your families.” I looked over the Pack. “Those of you with cottages in the village, make sure every house is secure.” “Aye!” A few men stood, their fists clenched at their sides. The village was a small community for those who chose to live in family units on the castle grounds. This way, they had their privacy and could live together as a family, raising their children how they liked. In order to qualify t

Adan I pulled out my cell phone and called the cleaners and more guards to help as I headed down to the dungeon. Then I called the front office and told them not to let anyone on or off the premises and to consider Dominic, Dane, and Laura threats to the Pack. Dominic had been my father’s Beta for over sixty years and had become my Beta after my father’s death. I thought I had killed the Alpha responsible, but could Dominic have been involved in my father’s death, too, and I just never saw it? Different scenarios rushed through my mind as I realized what I had believed to be true may not have actually been so. My reality had just been turned upside down, and I no longer knew what to think. I ran down to the lower level through the hallway, heading toward the dungeon. Two guards were standing outside. “Open the door,” I ordered. “Aye!” they both said in unison, doing as I asked. I walked in, and Mason was sitting on the cold, stone floor. He slowly looked up. “So, have you figured

Brenna Knock, knock, knock! Someone was knocking on the door of my suite. Then it dawned one me… today was my wedding day, the day that Adan claimed me as his Mate. Quickly sliding out of bed, I left Adan sleeping as I padded through his suite to my dressing room, slipped into a silk robe, and then hurried to open the door. My Glam Squad had arrived early and was standing just outside the door. Asana froze just outside the door, her broad smile fading. “We aren’t too early, are we?” I quickly shook my head, stepping back to open the door wide so they could get in. “Oh, heavens no! Come on in!” Asana pulled me to the side but motioned toward the mini salon as she spoke to the ladies. “Go in and get set everything up. We’ll be right there.” The ladies kept their professional demeanor but smiled and laughed as they did as they were told, clearly excited. “Brenna, you’re not having second thoughts. Are you?” Asana asked, her eyes filled with concern. “No! Not at all.” I sighed. “

Adan Motioning Knox over, I held his sword out to him but didn’t release it. “Protect the Luna at all costs.” He nodded once. “With my life.” I took off my suit coat and handed it to Brenna. “Don’t worry. I’ll be fine.” A delicate smile lit her lips. “I know you will. Good luck.” Darius laughed, his voice resonating over the practice field. “Are we going to fight or continue to say our last goodbyes?” “Are you in that big of a hurry to die?” I smirked as I turned to face him, donning my fighting stance. Darius lunged for me, but I easily dodged his advance, swinging my sword, aiming for his head, but he swiftly moved out of the way and swept my feet. But I jumped back, quickly turned, and went for his head. Then he ducked and lunged toward me, and I swung my sword at him, but he caught it with his blade and twisted out of it. I brought my sword down hard again and again, relentless and then twirled my sword around his in an effort to take it, but he swung out of it. He advance

Adan “She’s got you there.” Magenta chuckled as she tried to sit up, but I gently pushed her back down on the bed. “As an un-Mated Alpha of this Pack, the urge to mate will be exceptionally strong for you tonight. Even more so than with our future Queen.” “I’m fine.” I let out a deep breath, looking around. I spotted Magenta’s cell phone on the nightstand beside her bed and quickly dialed Nikoa’s number. Although I didn’t say anything, I was already starting to feel the effects of the Blood Moon, and Magenta was right. As the night wears on, the urge to mate will only get worse... until I claim Brenna as my Mate and Queen. “I’m calling Nikoa. You stay here and rest.” “Nikoa Blaise speaking,” he answered on the first ring. “Nikoa, it’s me… Adan.” “Adan!” It sounded as if he was walking as he shifted ears. “To what do I owe the honor of a phone call on the first night of the Blood Moon?” “I need you to marry me.” “Well, it’s a little sudden, but you’re not my type, man.” I rolle