Alpha Ryder's Pov__________________It was ridiculous to know how much effect Charia's well-being had on me. I had been a mess for the past few days. Extremely worried about her health, searching thoroughly for her pack and keeping my distance from Emily who used to be my support buddy.I visited the hospital twice daily and I was certain if there was no destruction during the visiting hours, I would have loved to stay with her during her tough times. Seeing her lay there in a coma hurt my feelings and all I wished was for her to wake up.At this point, I think I needed her scent before going on my daily activities because there was so much peace and comfort in holding her hands and smelling her at the hospital. Such a sweet angel.I have gotten used to talking to Charia even when she wouldn't respond. All I wanted her to hear was, none of these was her fault. Her born wolfless, her parents and pack maltreating her, her mission to slay me, the compassion to save her friends from her

__________________________________Alpha Ryder's Pov______I got home with so much excitement after Charia had held onto me today. Although she was not fully awake I was happy all my words paid off. I had a feeling her spirit was listening, somehow. I just wanted her to wake up.Peter welcomed me with excitement too as I walked into my living room. "Good news," he said. "We found the Melissas"My heart lifted with joy as I tapped Peter's back and took a seat. "Are you for real?" It seems the moon goddess luck shone on me today."We have a total of thirty packs with Melissa as their members and we have a total of ten packs with Melissa as their maid. Since Ice's description goes with a servant, I suggest we go for the maid's investigation first""That is very good. Ten is a good number to work on. What are the pack names?""Okay. Here's the list. Red Moon PackDanri Dark PackClover Howl PackLock Heart PackNight Shade PackMoon Valley PackLitha Moon PackGreen Moss PackBlue Rock

Alpha Ryder's Pov______________The sun was setting, and the air was crisp and cool. Werewolves from all over the region had gathered in the open field outside my pack house set yesterday by Aunt Hannah for the annual mating ball. The atmosphere was electric, and the anticipation was palpable.As the guests arrived, they were greeted by all Alpha's pack members, who checked them in and directed them to the main event area. The venue was a massive tent, illuminated by lanterns and fairy lights strung across the ceiling. The music was already playing, and the dance floor was bustling with excited singles, hoping to find their mates.At the front of the tent, a raised platform had been erected, where the influential Alphas and his family would be seated. It was an honor reserved only for the most influential Alphas in the region, and it was a testament to the power and status of the host pack.Alpha Lugard arrived early and made way to his special seat, the Alpha, a towering figure with

Charia's Pov____As Alpha Ryder pulled away from me, my lips were hot and jittery and I had to bite them to ease my nervousness. I didn't ask why he kissed me, I wanted it too. Honestly."When did you wake up?" He asked me "I...some days ago?""What?""I told Doctor Tessa not to tell you I was awake. I just didn't believe you saved me and checked up on me every day""Wait...so you...""Yes, I listened to everything you said to me" I laughed and he chuckled in embarrassment."Seriously Charia, you weren't supposed to hear that" I saw a blush at the corner of his lips which made me giggle hard till my stomach hurt."I wanted to be here for you after you talked about Emily and I begged Tessa to let me come"He paused and looked at me for some seconds before saying. "Thank you" softly."I saw Ice. He's fine, I thought...I'm so sorry I tried to kill myself, I couldn't think of a better solution""Don't do that again. I almost went crazy"You can't tell me any of his words don't affect me

_____________"Father you need to do something" Delphi urged Alpha Lugard, who wasn't saying a word. "She tricked you, made you save her friends, and then collided with your enemy"Alpha Lugard got mad at what Delphi said. "She tricked me" he muttered."They cannot be mates Delphi, Alpha Ryder needs a powerful woman by his side" her mother tried to convince her, but Delphi looked up to her father waiting for his decision instead. "I would invite them over for dinner, we would conclude this after hearing from them. If it appears that Charia had confessed to Alpha Ryder about us, we would know from his expressions and answers. If they are really mates too, we would know from their closeness. So Delphi my daughter put your mind at rest and focus on your marriage which is the most important thing for us now"Delphi's anger subsided a little, replaced by a sense of satisfaction. Maybe her parents were right. Maybe Charia was up to something, and they could use it to their advantage._____