The Alpha's Promise

is t

oking down. The man pointing at me w

ra is faint, can sh

Each one felt an arrow pi

s my Luna," he spat. "She's a cursed child. Wh

am the unluckies

5 years ago. He was killed

ng tall against the storms of life that threatened to engulf us. Together, we w

her once vibrant spirit dimmed by the insidious grasp of the Wolf's bane disease. It was a diagnosis that struck

ts relentless assault on her fragile form. Each passing moment was a painful reminder of the cruel h

ffering. The whispers of fear and uncertainty that echoed through the halls of our home served as a stark re

nguished. For as long as there was breath in our bodies, as long as our hearts beat with the rhythm of life, we would fight. We would

e in the face of despair. For in the depths of our darkest hour, we would find strength in

Alpha before she draws her last li

f Alpha Henry, I'm sorry,

approach me had a

would die and I'll live out

tival ended yet agai

the same spot, tears gushed d

wling. It sounded li

was surrounded by

pped to the floor, my heart race

I barely

ay, their sharp fangs dripped with the

unce. A blur moved past me kn

oundly with my

ur was

me. His eyes were crimson red

d in re

he turned his attention

, run away. Or I'll break your necks

ocked the wolf out, to think he broke his neck i

r departure a silent acknowledgment of the Alpha's authority. With tails tucked between their

the adrenaline-fueled chaos that had unfolded mere moments before. And then, like a beacon of calm

ng of my own heart. "Can you stand?" His words were a lifeline, a soothing melody that washed over m

fied the chaos that had threatened to consume us. In that moment, surrounded by the remnants of our shared ordeal, I knew th

ite within me—a glimmer of light that pierced the darkness, illum

lso the unwavering certainty that no matter what challenges lay

s hand. It was s

nkyo

a grin. "You shouldn't be out here

he escorted m

entered the living room. "Where wer

ured her. It was then t

rra

what a pleas

up." I interjected, "Yo

s your father's Beta. Seems yo

was a great leader, I strive t

ituation. Mother insisted Gerrard has dinner

nning. I checked him out a

handsome. I lost mysel

oving. It wasn't until a hand appeared in fron

, wh

ze meeting the stern visage of my mother. Her arms crossed in disapp

ce tinged with a hint of disappointment. The weight of her words hung heavy in th

I had been lost in a reverie, oblivious to the Alpha's inquiry. A flush

in a gesture of contrition. The sincerity in my apology was palpable, a

r voice a soothing balm to the tension that crackled between us. Her words were a shield, a barrier against

'am, it's alright. I wasn't even offende

ne of the big 3 in the

ament. I can't help but feel bad. The nerves

Gerrard about

Its good to know there are other de

for the complements." He turne

ill you give me your blessings to

ruggled to process the Alpha's abrupt departure. Before either of us could find the words to respond, he

t as he addressed the pressing matters that demanded his attention. The weight of his responsibilities hung h

wishes to our departing guest. "Of course, Alpha. I hope you do reach out. Please take care of yourself,"

as he returned her sentiments in kind. With a final nod of acknowledgment, he tu

gratitude for his presence in our home. Walking beside him, the weight of my earlier in

in a rush of sincerity and regret. Opening the door for him, I watched as he

ht with uncertainty. But one thing was certain: our paths would cross again, and when they did, I vowed to seize the opportunity to make amends and forge a new beginning built on a found

otecting your pack and territory

that. The late Alpha Henry was a great man, I

nd father are the only two Alph

g power isn't a reason to oppress the weak. I

lready

entered his car. I closed the door and retr

ed unable to hid

s kind and gentle u

still as beautiful as e

talking about." She holds my face and kisses my forehead. "My daughter is not a curs

etreated to my room. I excitedly

m him. I began to worry recalling he m

h a pack as large as his. He has a lot of people to

thing balm to my restless soul. The gentle flicker of the fireplace cast dancing shadows a

oed through the room. The weight of her guidance settled over me li

hrough the curtains, when the shrill ring of my mother's phone shattered the tranquil si

exchanges, the urgency palpable in the air. Each syllable carried a weight

cadence that hung in the air like a delicate melody. With a final click, she placed the phone back

the mating ceremony." The gravity of her announcement settled over us like a tangible presence, casting a spell of excitement and intrigue that danced i

wore a long blue dress that complimented my eyes, I dropped

wnstairs. "Alpha Gerrard sent his bet

went outside to find a Red Mercedes parked in front of our house.

d evening, I am Daniel, the right hand of Alpha Gerrar

," I responded

he engine hummed to life, a soothing symphony of mechanical prowess that promised us a journey into the unknown. The antic

he passing time, the traffic conspired against us, slowing our progress to a languid crawl. Each minute felt like an eternit

with deferential bows and eager smiles. Daniel, our gracious guide, led us through the grand

rning the walls to the gleaming marble floors that seemed to shimmer in the soft glow of the chandelie

ptuous feast awaited us. The tables groaned under the weight of their bounty, the ta

presence commanding attention and respect. His eyes sparkled with wa

nded by the warmth and hospitality of our host, I felt a surge of excitement coursing through my veins. Th