WOLF QUEEN RETURNS

Aline´s POV:

The air was heavy with tension as the moon cast an eerie glow over the pack gathering. I stood in the shadows, my heart heavy with the weight of my isolation from them. I had always felt like an outsider, unnoticed and unloved. My parents' favoritism towards my sister, Isabella, only intensified my resentment.

"Isabella is our future Luna, the one who will lead our pack to greatness," Alpha Peter announced proudly, his eyes fixed on my younger sister.

My heart sank, and I tried to hide my disappointment. I had always dreamed of being Luna, the Alpha's mate, but it seemed that fate had other plans.

As the gathering scattered, Isabella's eyes met mine, and I could see the triumph in her gaze.

"Better luck next time, sis," Isabella taunted with a wicked smirk.

The next day, I decided to take a walk along the border of our territory to clear my mind. I could not shake the feeling of betrayal and wanted to be alone with my thoughts.

As I reached a secluded spot, I heard hushed whispers and gasped when I saw Isabella and her partner, Eric, together in a passionate embrace.

Erick leaned in, his lips gently grazing Isabella's earlobe. "You," he whispered, "are a work of art, and tonight, I want to explore every inch of your canvas."

Isabella's breath hitched, her desire mirrored in her eyes. She reached for his hand, guiding it slowly up her thigh, under the hem of her dress. Erick's touch was electric, igniting a fire that had been smoldering between them for far too long.

Their fingers intertwined as they shared a deep, lingering kiss, a passionate exchange of longing and affection. Isabella's hands traced the contours of Erick's muscular chest, feeling his heartbeat quicken beneath her touch.

Skin met skin, igniting a sensation that left them breathless. Their bodies moved in harmony, an intricate dance of desire and love.

"No, this can't be happening," I whispered, feeling my heart shatter into a million pieces.

My worst fears were confirmed when my parents revealed their plan to give Eric to Isabella as her mate.

"You will marry Harold, Aline. It is for the good of our pack," Alpha Peter declared, dismissing my feelings entirely.

My world crumbled around me as I learned I was nothing but a pawn in my father's schemes. Selling me to Harold's Pack, known for its brutal treatment of Omegas, was the ultimate betrayal.

With tears streaming down my cheeks, I vowed to take control of my destiny. I would no longer be a victim of my father's machinations.

"I will show them all. I will rise above this and find my true worth," I said to myself, my voice filled with determination.

And so, my journey of revenge and self-discovery began. I would make my own path, rise above my scars, and show my pack that I was not to be underestimated. Little did I know that this path would lead me to unexpected allies, dangerous encounters, and a love that would test the boundaries of fate itself.

As days turned into weeks, I kept my newfound resolve hidden from my family and the pack. I attended my mandatory lessons, performed my duties as an Omega, and maintained a facade of obedience. But deep within me, a fire burned, fueled by the desire to break free from the chains of my past.

One evening, while the pack celebrated a harvest festival, I stole away to the outskirts of the pack territory. Under the gentle glow of the moon, I practiced the magical skills I had secretly been honing with ancient tomes borrowed from the pack's library. My affinity for magic surprised even me, and I reveled in the feeling of power coursing through my veins.

Lost in my trance, I did not notice his presence approaching me until a deep, authoritative voice interrupted my concentration.

"Quite impressive for an Omega," the voice remarked, and I turned to find a tall, enigmatic figure watching me with keen interest.

My heart raced as I recognized the stranger as Alpha Roger from the neighboring pack, known for his mastery of ancient magic. He had a reputation for being aloof and elusive, which made his sudden appearance all the more surprising.

"Who are you?" I asked cautiously, my hand instinctively reaching for a hidden dagger.

"I am Alpha Roger, and I am intrigued by your potential, young one," he replied, his eyes locking onto mine.

I felt a mix of apprehension and curiosity. I had heard tales of Alpha Roger's power, but I had never expected to encounter him in person.

"What do you want from me?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.

"I see the fire within you, the hunger for something more," he said, circling me like a predator. "I can help you unlock your true potential, but in return, you must be willing to embrace the darkness that lies within."

I hesitated, unsure of what he meant by darkness. Yet, I couldn't ignore the opportunity to gain more control over my magic.

"What do I have to do?" I finally asked, a sense of determination resurfacing.

"You must prove your commitment," Alpha Roger said, a glint of challenge in his eyes. "Tonight, we will perform a demonic ceremony under the new moon. If you are brave enough to face the darkness and emerge unscathed, then I will take you under my wing and teach you the secrets of true magic."

My heart pounded in my chest, torn between the fear of the unknown and the thirst for power. I knew that this decision could change my life forever, and the consequences were unknown.

But I also knew that this was my chance to rise above my past, to show my pack that I was not to be underestimated, and to find my true worth.

"I accept," I said firmly, my voice steady and resolute.

And so, under the watchful eyes of the moon, Alpha Roger and I delved into the world of dark magic. With each step of the ceremony, I felt the power within me grow, the scars on my arms glowing with newfound energy.

From that night forward, my life changed irrevocably. My journey of revenge and self-discovery took a dangerous turn into the realm of magic and mysticism, where I would face challenges that would test my strength and conviction. But through it all, I would find unexpected allies, and one magical encounter would lead me to the great white wolf of my dreams, a being of power and passion who would heal my wounds and fill my life with a love I never thought possible.

In the dangerous dance between darkness and light, my destiny awaited, and I was determined to embrace it wholeheartedly. Little did I know that this was only the beginning of a remarkable journey that would shape me into the woman I was destined to become.

I didn't feel afraid, something internally gave me strength... My heart was full of love. Resentment has no place in me.