Chapter 20 Reckoning Despite her expulsion, Qiana, her wolf still clinging to a shred of hope, made one last desperate attempt. She contacted Benjamin’s mother, her voice trembling with feigned distress.“Aunt, Benjamin… Benjamin’s kicking me out…” Her voice trailed off, leaving room for manipulation. th Her wolf, despite its defeat, still clawed for survival. Benjamin’s … Read more
Chapter 19 The Shattered Illusion The investigation results arrived the following dawn. Qiana’s betrayal was laid bare, a stark and painful revelation. From the moment she’d joined the Voss pack’s household, her wolf had targeted Lanie. Lanie’s refined bearing, the inherent aura of privilege that emanated from her alpha bloodline, was immediately apparent. Qiana, an … Read more
Chapter 18 The Shadow Wolf’s Judgment Menu Qiana’s tears ceased, her hands limp at her sides, her gaze filled with confusion. She didn’t understand the sudden shift in Benjamin and Adam’s demeanor. Before, their concern had been immediate whenever she displayed distress. Now, they were unmoved. Her tears held no power over them. Her healing … Read more
Chapter 17 Betrayal’s Howl Benjamin and Adam agreed that no matter who I chose, the other would suppress any forbidden feelings, becoming simply a packmate. Benjamin’s guardian wolf felt a dull ache, the weight of unspoken longing heavy on his chest. Adam’s shadow wolf mirrored the sentiment, a silent sorrow settling within its depths. However, … Read more
Chapter 16 I refused without hesitation. “No. My parents and family are in Blood Moon Pack. Shadowclaw Pack… I’m done with it.” Benjamin forced a smile, his face quickly hardening. His guardian wolf stirred, a low growl rumbling in his chest. “Lanie, you’ll regret this. You’ll come crawling back!” “I won’t give you that chance.” … Read more
Chapter 15 Adam stood frozen, his expression shifting rapidly. Finally, a strained smile, more akin to a grimace, appeared on his face. After several attempts, he managed to speak. “Lanie, who are these actors? This is terrible acting. Don’t lie to us.” He couldn’t believe it, even with the blood bond rings and certificate right … Read more
Chapter 14 Adam didn’t hesitate, nodding eagerly. He barely slowed, piloting his customized transport as if in a race, the wind roaring past. They arrived at the Skytalon’s Landing, leaving their luggage behind, their minds focused solely on finding Lanie. Every second felt critical. As dawn broke, their airship lifted off. Anxiety gnawed at them, … Read more
Chapter 13 Menu Qiana’s anxious Howlnet messages went unanswered. The Riverview Pack House felt as desolate as the Blood Moon Pack’s territory. Location didn’t matter; the emptiness was pervasive. Late into the night, the chill of the Blood Moon intensified, and they finally abandoned their vigil, returning to the Pack House. Opening the door, they … Read more
Chapter 12 The realization hit Adam with the full force of a physical blow. All my strange behavior over the past lunar cycle suddenly made sense. His Shadow Wolf, usually so perceptive, felt a pang of self–reproach for not seeing it sooner. Benjamin remained silent, his Warrior Wolf brooding, its usual dominance subdued by a … Read more
Chapter 11 Menu The Empty Den and the Miami Flight I boarded the transport without a backward glance, unconcerned with Benjamin and Adam’s reactions. As the transport ascended, a sense of unprecedented lightness washed over me. My Perceptive Wolf, finally free from the weight of their unspoken desires and Qiana’s machinations, felt a release it … Read more