11:48 Chapter 10: The Return Chapter 10: The Return 39 Raven Walking back toward the pack grounds felt surreal. I felt a mixture of emotions: anger, anticipation, and something close to relief. My heart thudded with an ache I couldn’t shake, and the sight of the packhouse stirred memories of a home that had almost … Read more
Chapter 9: The Search ((+ 40 Xavier The dense forest surrounded us. Samuel, two other warriors, and I tracked the underbrush, searching for any sign of Raven. My heart hammered with guilt, dread, and desperation I hadn’t felt in years. I had pushed Raven away, so I must. bring her back. “Alpha…” Samuel‘ s voice … Read more
Chapter 8: Tampered Test Chapter 8: Tampered Test 40 Xavier Raven‘ s last look lingered in my mind. I’d immediately cast her out to protect the pack, but it didn’t feel right. Since the council meeting, whispers of discontent had spread among the warriors and elders. “Alpha?” Samuel, one of my most trusted warriors, appeared … Read more
Chapter 7: Cast Out Raven I stood in the council room, hearing low murmurs of accusation. The council members‘ gazes bore into me–a mixture of disappointment, anger, and contempt. How did it come to this? After years of loyalty, I was now the one they doubted. “Luna Raven,” Elder Malik‘ s steady voice cut through … Read more
Chapter 6: Celeste is Pregnant Raven It had been two days since Elara had taken Celeste for the pregnancy test. Finally, we were about to know whether Celeste‘ s claims were real or a scheme. Alpha Xavier had ordered the result to be publicly announced. He had taken this opportunity to inform everyone and prevent … Read more
Chapter 5: Unveiling the Truth 40 Raven A hesitant knock broke the tense silence in Alpha Xavier’s office, and Cassandra stepped in. Her shoulders slumped as though the weight of her confession had drained her. She glanced between Alpha Xavier and me, her hands trembling slightly, before finally settling her gaze on him. “Alpha Xavier,” … Read more
Chapter 4: Fake Pregnancy Raven “Start from the beginning, Cassandra. I need to know everything,” I said after we reached the healer’s quarters. Cassandra searched around to ensure no one was there eavesdropping. “Luna Raven, she forced me. Celeste said she’d spread rumors and turn the pack against me if I didn‘ t help her.” … Read more
Chapter 3: A Pack Divided 40 Raven The tension in the pack was like a storm brewing. As I walked through the grounds, it was impossible to miss the hushed whispers and the sideways glances. They were already anticipating the change soon. I headed toward the training grounds. Warriors sparred, but all stopped when I … Read more
Chapter 2: Shattered Bond 40 Raven Alpha Xavier’s expression hardened as he turned to Celeste. “Now is not the time, Celeste. This is none of your business,” Alpha Xavier said, irritated. Celeste’s hand touched her stomach as if protectively cradling the life growing inside. her. “It is now. You promised me, Alpha Xavier. Now is … Read more
Chapter 1: She is Pregnant Raven For weeks, I felt a pull I couldn’t explain, something urging me to spy on Alpha Xavier. It didn’t make sense, but tonight, I gave in. I found myself sneaking through the darkened halls, my heart pounding as I approached his office. I pressed myself against the cold stone … Read more